Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast

This week, hosts Cory and Melissa dive deep into the strategies that can transform your commercial real estate investments. Building on the massive success of last year’s holiday-themed episode, they’re delivering the ultimate gift: a step-by-step guide to doubling your cash position in commercial real estate.Cory breaks down how to identify markets with robust population and industry growth, understand lease rates and vacancy trends, and why short-term leases and current market cap rates are essential for mitigating risk. Together, Cory and Melissa highlight top BC markets like Kelowna, Nanaimo, and Vernon, where these strategies are making a significant impact.Don't miss this episode packed with actionable insights and valuable advice to elevate your real estate game!

This week, Cory and Adam are joined by Derick Fluker, Senior Vice President of Acquisitions & Asset Management at Wesgroup Properties, to tackle a pressing issue in real estate development: how rising costs and taxes are reshaping decisions for developers.In this insightful episode, Derick dives into how changes in capital gains inclusion rates, Metro Vancouver’s fee increases, and shifting market dynamics are influencing whether developers hold onto income-generating properties like shopping centers or pursue new housing developments. Through real-world case studies, Derick illustrates the tough decisions developers face, like choosing between a multi-tower residential project or maintaining a grocery-anchored shopping center.If you’re curious about the complex relationship between policy, taxes, and housing supply, then this is a must-listen conversation.

It’s that time of year again! Cory and Melissa welcome back VCREP regular Rod McKay for their annual rundown of Canada’s top cities to invest in for the coming year. With years of experience and an insider's perspective, Rod brings his seasoned insights to reveal the hottest markets for 2025. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just keeping an eye on trends, this episode is your go-to guide for smart real estate investments across the country. Don’t miss it!

This week on VCREP, Cory sits down with Peter Mitham, Editor of Western Investor, to spotlight five promising Canadian real estate markets that investors should have on their radar.With decades of experience covering commercial real estate, economic trends, and business insights, Peter shares his expert analysis on key markets across the country and what makes each one worth watching.This episode is packed with valuable takeaways for anyone in commercial real estate. Tune in!

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.