Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast

In this episode of VCREP, Cory and Melissa welcome back Patrick Wood from William Wright's Victoria office. Known as William Wright’s unofficial in-house economist, Patrick brings his analytical prowess to the table, diving deep into the recent interest rate changes and what they mean for BC’s real estate landscape.Tune in as Patrick breaks down how these shifts could impact investment strategies, property values, and the overall market outlook for 2024, this episode offers valuable insights into navigating real estate in a fluctuating rate environment. Tune in! 

This week, Cory and Melissa welcome back Cameron Archer, Director of Sales and Marketing at Orion Construction. Cameron returns to dive into the latest trends and developments in the industrial sector across British Columbia. From the challenges of the current market to emerging opportunities, Cameron shares valuable insights on what’s driving the industrial landscape in BC. Whether you're an investor or just curious about the future of industrial real estate, this episode is packed with must-know information!

This week, Cory and Melissa are joined by Shelby Kostyshen and Nick Renton from William Wright Commercial in Kelowna. With Shelby’s expertise in commercial sales and leasing and Nick’s background in credit and investment, they dive deep into the industrial real estate market in the Okanagan.Tune in as they discuss key opportunities, uncover the best value for industrial assets, and share insights on how the market is performing. If you’re looking to invest in Okanagan's industrial sector, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Andrew Laurie and Brett Jeffery, co-owners of Rain City Industrial, share their expertise in the industrial real estate market. They discuss the booming demand for cold storage and the impacts of COVID-19 on industry trends. Expect insights into the future of warehouse design and niche opportunities for growth. The duo also shares details of their unique design-build approach and its benefits, alongside the importance of maintaining strong client relationships in these rapidly changing market conditions.

This week, Cory and Melissa sit down with Kane Willmott, CEO & Co-Founder of iQ Offices, Canada's leader in coworking and serviced office solutions.Kane shares his expert insights on how the coworking landscape has evolved, the significant shifts before and after the pandemic, and where the industry is headed. This episode offers a deep dive into the future of flexible workspaces across Canada. Don’t miss it!

This week, Cory and Melissa are joined by the Investapreneur himself, Peter Leung, to dive deep into the latest interest rate trends and how they impact the commercial real estate market. Peter shares his insights on why now is the time to invest in commercial properties, which markets are catching his eye, and where he sees the most potential for growth. If you're looking to make smart investment moves, this episode is packed with valuable advice! Tune in to discover where Peter would put his money next.

We are back! This week Cory is joined by Al from Impact Commercial to unpack the recent interest rate drop and its impact on the real estate market. Al dives into how these changes are shaping the fall market, offering his expert insights on what investors and developers can expect in the coming months. Tune in to hear Al's take on the future of rates, the opportunities they present, and how the real estate landscape might shift as we move into the new season. Level up!

*Disclaimer: This podcast was originally recorded and aired in January 2022*They’re back! Do you own a property with lots of equity that has built up over the years? Do you want to turn that equity into more properties without having to sell your property? This week, Cory and Matt ring in the New Year with Alan Haigh, managing partner of Impact Commercial Group, one of BC’s leaders in commercial mortgages.Alan breaks down how you can tap into that equity and turn one property into a thriving commercial portfolio without having to sell your asset. Every expert in real estate uses the power of leverage to build their wealth, so if you own real estate, this is a must-listen episode with advice from one of the best in the business!

*Disclaimer: This podcast was originally recorded and aired in November 2021*Ever wonder what makes Surrey so attractive for both businesses and families? This week, Anita Huberman, President and CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade, joins Matt and Cory to discuss Canada’s next big major city and the driving forces behind it. If Surrey wasn’t on your list of places to invest in, it should be now after listening to this episode!Anita breaks down all the economic drivers behind the massive growth of BC’s second largest city and what makes it attractive for so many developers. She also shares which areas of Surrey are next to boom that may not be at the forefront of the public eye just yet, which always makes for a great investment opportunity. Anita also shares some interesting stats when it comes to the age demographic of Surrey (hint: you haven’t yet missed the boat to invest in this booming city). Stats show that Surrey is on pace to become BC’s largest city or municipality by 2040. Whether you’re talking about industrial, office, retail or multifamily, Surrey is a place that should be high on everyone’s investment list!

This week, Cory and Melissa welcome Nick Renton to the show for a comprehensive overview of the BC and Okanagan real estate markets. With over 13 years of experience in credit and investment within retail and business banking, Nick brings a wealth of knowledge to the discussion.Nick, now with William Wright Commercial, leverages his extensive background to uncover real estate opportunities across the Okanagan and BC. His career includes managing significant investment and credit portfolios, supporting business development initiatives, and helping clients with property purchases, leasehold improvements, and equipment financing.Tune in to gain valuable insights from Nick as he shares his expertise on the current state and future prospects of the BC and Okanagan real estate markets.