December 19, 2024 - 05:53

The year 2024 has proven to be a pivotal one for the local real estate market, marked by a series of significant developments and challenges. New construction projects have emerged across various neighborhoods, showcasing innovative designs and sustainable practices. These developments are not only reshaping the skyline but also providing much-needed housing options for a growing population.
However, the year was not without its trials. A catastrophic hurricane season wreaked havoc in several coastal areas, leading to substantial property damage and a reevaluation of building codes and safety measures. This natural disaster has prompted discussions about resilience in real estate development and the importance of preparing for climate-related risks.
On a brighter note, record sales figures were reported, indicating a robust demand for properties despite the challenges. Additionally, progress has been made in addressing the affordable housing crisis, with new initiatives and partnerships aimed at increasing accessibility for low- and middle-income families. Overall, 2024 has been a year of both turbulence and triumph in the real estate sector.
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Vancouver Real Estate Update: Office Show Suites and City Policy ShiftsA closer look at the trend driving my latest reporting for The Globe and Mail. This month I focused on the rise of office show suites, where developers finish out spaces before signing tenants,...
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S.F. ‘BUILD Act’ is a big tax cut for the wealthy. Let’s just be honest about it.Is the proposal to slash taxes on large real-estate transactions a bad idea? Not necessarily. Are its backers being honest about what it does? Not necessarily. The so-called BUILD Act, which would...
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Should Income Investors Look At Marwest Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust (CVE:MAR.UN) Before Its Ex-Dividend?Income investors watching the Canadian real estate market may want to mark their calendars for Marwest Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust (CVE:MAR.UN). The trust is set to go ex-dividend soon,...
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PGIM: $260 Million Deployed As Real Estate Fund Completes 10th Property AcquisitionPGIM has deployed $260 million as its real estate fund closed on its 10th property acquisition. The latest purchase is The Arbor, a 127-unit residential community in the Riverdale section of the...