In this episode, Sandy MacKay provides an introduction and overview of Canada's housing market needs, setting the context for a discussion on future housing prices and policy reform. He delves into the need for improving regulatory efficiency to address the ongoing housing crisis. Sandy introduces "The Botanist" project, highlighting its innovative approach to multifamily housing. He is joined by Kory Geans and Chris Love to discuss their co-general partner platform and the sustainable design elements of "The Botanist." The episode covers the entitlement process and market analysis for the project. Sandy concludes with closing remarks and expresses gratitude to the listeners.

(0:00) Introduction and overview of Canada's housing market needs

(0:21) Study on future housing prices and policy reform

(1:29) Improving regulatory efficiency and addressing housing crisis

(3:19) Innovative research and "The Botanist" project announcement

(4:20) Kory Geans and Chris Love on co-general partner platform and "The Botanist"

(6:23) Sustainable design elements and amenities of "The Botanist"

(9:22) Entitlement process and market analysis for "The Botanist"

(11:43) Closing remarks and thank you

In this episode, Sandy MacKay explores the Canadian housing market's recovery, regional price changes, and the pandemic's impact on trends. He discusses economic prospects, buyer confidence, interest rates, and affordability challenges, including immigration target cuts. Sandy also examines inventory levels, market stabilization, and Toronto's new Rental Renovation Licence Bylaw aimed at reducing unlawful evictions. Additionally, he highlights Utah's affordable housing initiative and the rise of infrastructure-as-an-asset in real estate. Sandy wraps up with his closing remarks.

(0:00) Introduction and overview of the Canadian housing market

(1:03) Signs of an ongoing market recovery and projected resales rebound

(2:25) Regional price variations and pandemic impact on housing trends

(3:20) Economic prospects, buyer confidence, and interest rate effects

(4:21) Affordability challenges and impact of immigration target cuts

(5:18) Inventory levels, market stabilization, and Toronto's new bylaw

(6:01) Positive effects and enforcement of the Rental Renovation Licence Bylaw

(9:10) Importance of enforcement in reducing unlawful evictions

(9:40) Utah's initiative addressing affordable housing and bond offering

(11:10) Strategic value of Utah's multifamily market and investment opportunities

(12:30) Rise of infrastructure-as-an-asset in real estate

(13:01) Conclusion and closing remarks

In this episode, Sandy MacKay provides an introduction and overview before delving into Crombie REIT's multifamily developments and strategic acquisitions. He highlights Crombie's advantages in urban properties and their vision for long-term wealth creation. Sandy focuses on Crombie's efforts to develop multifamily sites across Canada and explores trends in long-term real estate value. The episode includes a sponsor segment from Solaris Estates LLC. Sandy also discusses Langdon Park & Standard Real Estate's socially impactful acquisition, providing insights into its significance. He concludes with closing remarks and a thank you to listeners.

(0:00) Introduction and Crombie REIT's multifamily sector strategy

(1:27) Long-term wealth creation through multifamily rental apartments

(2:40) Trends in real estate towards long-term value and development focus

(2:59) Sponsor: Solaris Estates LLC

(5:19) Langdon Park Capital's acquisition and community impact strategies

(7:15) The rise of socially responsible multifamily investments

(7:43) Closing remarks from Sandy MacKay

In this episode, Sandy MacKay begins with an exploration of the resilience and strategic benefits of multifamily real estate, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of its enduring appeal. He examines the illiquidity considerations of multifamily investments, comparing them to traditional investment vehicles. Sandy provides an overview of the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation's Improvement Mortgage Loan Insurance, offering insights into its role in supporting real estate projects. The episode also features a sponsor segment on Colliers' rebranding to Harrison Street Asset Management, highlighting its strategic evolution and focus on the Canadian market. Sandy wraps up with his closing remarks, summarizing key takeaways.

(0:00) Introduction to multifamily real estate resilience and strategic benefits

(2:48) Illiquidity considerations and comparison to traditional investments

(5:07) Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation's Improvement Mortgage Loan Insurance overview

(8:46) Sponsor: Colliers rebrands to Harrison Street Asset Management

(10:28) Colliers' strategic evolution and Harrison Street's Canadian focus

(12:22) Closing remarks

In this episode, Sandy MacKay introduces the podcast and delves into Ruby Liu's ambitious retail transformation plan. He examines the opposition and concerns surrounding Liu's vision, providing a balanced perspective on the potential challenges and benefits. Sandy highlights Liu's optimism and explores the broader implications for the commercial real estate sector, offering insights into how these changes might influence future developments. The episode provides a nuanced look at the intersection of retail transformation and commercial real estate, emphasizing the potential for innovation and growth in the industry.

(0:00) Introduction to the podcast and Ruby Liu's retail transformation plan

(1:14) Opposition and concerns regarding Liu's vision

(2:05) Liu's optimism and implications for the commercial real estate sector

In this episode, Sandy MacKay welcomes listeners with an introduction before delving into the shifts within the multifamily sector and development strategies that are currently shaping the landscape. He explores market focus areas and identifies potential growth opportunities for investors. Sandy also discusses external acquisitions and expansion tactics, providing insights into how these strategies can drive success in the multifamily real estate market. The episode offers a comprehensive look at the evolving dynamics and strategic approaches that are essential for navigating the multifamily real estate sector.

(0:00) Introduction and welcome

(0:16) Multifamily sector shifts and development strategies

(2:08) Market focus and growth opportunities

(2:35) External acquisitions and expansion tactics

In this episode, Sandy MacKay kicks off with an introduction before diving into the acquisition and future plans of the Davie & Nicola project, highlighting its potential impact on the multifamily real estate market. He then introduces the CMHC Improvement Mortgage Loan Insurance, providing valuable financing insights for investors. Sandy shifts focus to the sale and market significance of The Venue at Orange in Redlands, exploring its implications for the broader market. The episode concludes with Sandy's closing remarks, offering a comprehensive overview of strategic acquisitions and financing options in the multifamily real estate landscape.

(0:00) Introduction by Sandy MacKay

(0:19) Acquisition and future plans of Davie & Nicola project

(2:07) Introduction of CMHC Improvement Mortgage Loan Insurance and financing insights

(6:04) Sale and market significance of The Venue at Orange in Redlands

(8:20) Conclusion and sign-off by Sandy MacKay

In this episode, Sandy MacKay delves into the innovative office-to-residential conversion projects by Strategic Group, focusing on Calgary's Chevron Plaza. He discusses the project financials, timeline, and Strategic Group's experience in successful conversions. Sandy shifts the discussion to Ontario's rental market, examining the challenges landlords face and practices they employ. He addresses tenant issues and power dynamics, featuring advice from expert Lindsay Smith. The episode wraps up with Sandy's closing remarks, offering a comprehensive view of the current multifamily real estate landscape, including conversion strategies and rental market dynamics.

(0:00) Introduction to the episode

(0:16) Strategic Group's office-to-residential conversions & Calgary's Chevron Plaza project

(1:23) Project financials, timeline, and Strategic Group's conversion experience

(2:15) Ontario rental market challenges and landlord practices

(3:18) Tenant issues, power dynamics, and advice from Lindsay Smith

(4:27) Closing remarks and sign-off

In this episode, Sandy MacKay provides an overview of Toronto's multifamily housing market, focusing on recent bylaw adjustments impacting the sector. He interviews experts from Plexcon Construction, discussing their innovative approach to multi-unit conversions and projects, emphasizing energy efficiency and strategic planning. Sandy also covers BGO's capital commitments and investment strategy in Canadian real estate, featuring expert insights on their value-add strategy and market confidence. The episode concludes with Sandy's closing remarks, offering listeners a comprehensive understanding of the current trends and opportunities in the multifamily real estate market in Canada.

(0:00) Introduction to Toronto's multifamily housing market and bylaw adjustments

(1:04) Plexcon Construction's approach to multi-unit conversions and projects

(2:00) Energy efficiency and strategic planning in property conversions with Plexcon

(3:13) BGO's capital commitments and investment strategy in Canadian real estate

(4:28) Expert insights on BGO's Canadian value-add strategy and market confidence

(5:17) Closing remarks and thanks to listeners

In this episode, Sandy MacKay discusses the importance of property tax reductions for affordable multifamily housing, exploring various programs available to support this initiative. He introduces the CMHC Improvement Mortgage Loan Insurance product, highlighting its role in facilitating affordable housing developments. Sandy also delves into BentallGreenOak's $247 million Canadian Value-Add Limited Partnership fund, examining its investment strategy and potential impact on the multifamily real estate market. The episode provides listeners with valuable insights into financing options and investment opportunities within the realm of affordable multifamily housing.

(0:00) Introduction to property tax reductions for affordable multifamily housing and various programs

(2:49) CMHC Improvement Mortgage Loan Insurance product

(5:50) BentallGreenOak’s $247 million Canadian Value-Add Limited Partnership fund and investment strategy