The Importance of Buying in a Tough Market

With several headwinds blowing in the commercial market’s direction, is it the right time to invest in the sector? Co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill unpack why there are still opportunities abounding — if you know what to look for. While the going is anticipated to get tough for commercial investors in 2023, thanks to rising interest rates, high inflationary rates and record construction costs, Scott and Phil delve into how buying into the market amid current downturn conditions can be a good investment strategy in the long run. They also examine the performance of various commercial asset types in the current market before discussing potential pitfalls that investors may encounter when they purchase such properties. Finally, they share their insights on how the future trajectory of interest rates and lending practices will affect the sector and what this means for commercial investors.