SOLD: 5th Deal Over $200M
$200M Apartments, Retail, and Self Storage This is our 5th deal over the $200 million mark! Another Multigenerational Family Real Estate transaction quarterbacked by the SVN Rock Advisors team. CLICK HERE for details.
Apartments
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When Real Estate is a Family Affair (and sometimes even a family feud)
When Real Estate is a Family Affair (and sometimes even a family feud) Wow, the recent news surrounding the Libfeld v. Libfeld dispute is getting a lot of attention! This raises the attention of Intergenerational Real Estate to a new level, as internal matters do not often make their way to a public audience. Long story [...] -
Affordable Housing: The Path Forward for Developers
The Path Forward for Developers Affordable Housing has been a hot topic for years, however, no appreciable headway has been seen in developing a long-term solution for Canada. It has been years since the demise of the last successful government program that fed Affordable Housing development in a significant way. Government Policy There are various [...] -
The Affordable Housing Crisis: Supply
The Supply Problem We are experiencing interesting times for a variety of reasons. Current housing costs are at an all-time high, making housing unattainable for many Canadians. Something needs to happen soon... Shelter is a basic human need and Supply versus Demand is the basis for our Canadian crisis. On the supply side, there is [...] -
Toronto Multifamily New Construction
Toronto Multifamily New Construction Feds invest in new Toronto rental development The federal government announced plans to invest $147 million through its RCFi initiative toward the construction of 514 residential units located at 3415 Weston Road in Toronto. RCFi, CMHC’s Rental Construction Financing Initiative, supports the construction of new rental housing aimed at middle class and […]
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The Real Estate Development Process: Understanding the Risks and Milestones
Managing Risk While Developing Real Estate Careful research and planning vital in taking building an idea into a successful development. Real estate development is a great way to make a lot of money, if it’s done right. Investors in commercial and residential real estate will beat a path to any door that offers a building […]
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The Battle Between Wood and Concrete
The Battle Between Wood and Concrete New construction techniques promise changes to the apartment development industry, but materials interests should not be afraid. When it comes to building mid-rise multifamily residential buildings, there’s a new kid in town. Wood frame construction is already shaking up the development industry, prompting people behind the traditional ways of [...] -
Build the Apartments
Looking Beyond the Easy Data Developers Need to Look Deeper to Build the Apartments in the Marketplace. Mark Twain popularized the saying, “there are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics.” The saying actually was first attributed to British prime minister Benjamin Disraeli. The words may be wise, but I find it to […]
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Mixed-Use Developments
Our Understanding of Mixed-Use Developments Evolves as Developers Learn from Successes and Failures by Sally Turner, Director, Research & Consultancy The boom in new multifamily housing continues to attract Mixed-Use developers and investors to transform the urban and suburban landscape. New high-rise developments are adding density, pedestrian-friendly streetscapes, and diverse, vibrant, mixed-use neighbourhoods, […]
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Apartment demand strong across Canada
Apartment Demand “There’s enough demand everywhere in Canada to build apartments.” That’s how Derek Lobo, chief executive officer of SVN Rock Advisors Inc., Brokerage and founder of the AptCon 19 rental apartment development conference, opened his state of the nation address at the eighth annual event in Toronto. After conducting hundreds of feasibility studies, […]
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SOLD: $220 Million – 991 Units
Oshawa’s unique Rossland Park property sells for $220M One of the most distinctive multi-residential rental properties in the Greater Toronto Area has been sold. H. Kassinger Construction, a family-run company which built and founded Rossland Park more than 50 years ago, sold it to Q Management LP for $220 million. The 911-unit Rossland Park in Oshawa includes about three […]
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Commercial Property Knowledge At Your Fingertips
Commercial Property Knowledge At Your Fingertips Owning commercial property can really boost your profile in multiple ways, but always be very cautious when attempting to either buy or sell any type of commercial real estate. It can come back to bite you in a bad way. You may want to pay attention to this […]
