January 30, 2025 - 04:41

In recent months, political uncertainty has significantly impacted the private real estate sector, causing a shift in capital flows and delaying crucial investment decisions. Investors are increasingly cautious as they navigate a landscape marked by potential legislative changes that could reshape market dynamics. The looming threat of new regulations and policies has prompted many stakeholders to reassess their strategies, leading to a more conservative approach in capital allocation.
As a result, numerous projects have been put on hold, with developers and investors waiting for clarity on the regulatory front before committing resources. This hesitance is evident in various markets, where previously aggressive investment strategies are now tempered by the desire for stability. The ripple effects of this uncertainty are being felt across the industry, from financing to construction timelines, leaving many to wonder how long the current climate will persist.
With the potential for significant changes on the horizon, industry experts are closely monitoring the situation, anticipating a need for adaptability as the political landscape evolves.
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...
May 24, 2026 - 17:33
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...