March 7, 2025 - 20:52

Transformative technologies don’t just change industries—they can destabilize leadership and reshape entire markets. The real estate sector has witnessed significant shifts due to the rise of the internet, which has empowered e-commerce giants to enter the property arena. Amazon, once primarily known for its online retail platform, has emerged as a formidable player in real estate, leveraging its vast resources and technological prowess to acquire and develop properties.
The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to further disrupt this landscape. With AI's ability to analyze vast datasets, predict market trends, and enhance customer experiences, the dynamics of buying, selling, and managing properties are set to evolve dramatically. Real estate professionals will need to adapt to these changes, as AI tools can streamline operations, improve decision-making, and personalize services for clients.
As these technologies continue to advance, the boundaries between traditional real estate and e-commerce will blur, leading to a new era of property management and investment strategies. The future promises exciting challenges and opportunities for those willing to innovate in this rapidly changing environment.
May 26, 2026 - 04:41
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,...
May 25, 2026 - 13:32
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,...
May 24, 2026 - 01:24
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...