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- 1 weeks ago52 min
(54) How Institutional Capital Thinks About Real Estate Development Risk - Jeff Thomas - KingSett Capital
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Jeff Thomas, Group Head of Development at KingSett Capital, explains how the Canadian private equity firm invests in Canadian commercial real estate through development, joint ventures, and lending. He describes transitioning from brokerage (co-founding and selling Ashler Urban to Cushman & Wakefield) to development, emphasizing that long-term relationships, trust, transparency, and early delivery of bad news are critical to managing risk across KingSett’...
- 4 weeks ago51 min
(53) Why Better Buildings Start With Structure, Not Finishes - Stuart Wilson - Alterra Development
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights Podcast, Stuart Wilson, President of Alterra Developments, shares his path from Scotland (quantity surveying and construction management) to Hong Kong civil projects and then Canada, where he joined Alterra about 10 years ago after planning a move into development. He explains that value engineering should focus on structural efficiency rather than cutting visible finishes, arguing that buyers and renters value tactile e...
- Apr 8, 202635 min
(52) Single-Stair in Canada: What’s Actually Changed and What Still Has to Happen - Conrad Speckert & Jack Keays
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Payam interviews building code consultants Conrad and Jack about the push to allow single-stair residential buildings in Canada, especially in Ontario and Toronto. Conrad defines single-stair missing-middle apartments as small 3–6 storey buildings with short corridors and fewer units per floor, contrasting them with typical North American double-stair, long-corridor layouts, and explains how this affects design efficiency and project viability. Jack say...
- Mar 31, 202638 min
(51) Part Two - Why do some projects fail while others succeed? - The 6 Pillars of Development Success
Send us Fan Mail Lessons Learned: The Development Readiness Framework for Managing Real Estate Risk Payam, hosts part two of a “lessons learned” series on Real Estate Development Insights, reframing real estate development as risk management requiring timely, effective decision-making. He introduces a six-pillar “development readiness” framework: (1) local market fundamentals—build what you should, not just what you can, considering rents, vacancy, long-term demand for purpose-built re...
- Mar 19, 202625 min
(50) Why do some projects fail while others succeed? - The 6 Pillars of Development Success
Send us Fan Mail (50) The 6 Pillars of Development Readiness - Why some projects fail while others succeed? In the 50th episode of the Real Estate Development Insights podcast, Payam Noursalehi (president of Dena Project Management) thanks listeners and introduces shorter-format episodes featuring live events, updates, and practical frameworks alongside ongoing expert interviews. He explains the podcast’s core question—why some projects fail while others succeed—and argues that real est...
- Mar 3, 202654 min
(49) Toronto Multiplexes: The Rules, Risks, and Reality - Janna Levit & Samantha Eby
Send us Fan Mail Architects Jana Levitt (LGA Architectural Partners) and Sam Eby (executive director of the not-for-profit Rehousing) discuss helping “citizen developers” navigate multiplex housing development in Toronto, especially multiplexes. They explain why the process is complex even for professionals, how Rehousing visualizes options and breaks down steps, and why early decisions include renovation/addition vs teardown/new build, costs, financing, assembling consultants, and clarifying...
- Feb 17, 202652 min
(48) What the CMHC 26-28 Outlook Means for GTA Developers - Jordan Nanowski
Send us Fan Mail 2026-2028 GTA Market Outlook According to CMHC - Jordan Nanowski 00:00 Welcome + CMHC Forecast Episode Setup (2026–2028 Focus) 01:38 Meet Jordan Nanowski: CMHC’s GTA Lead Economist 03:46 What CMHC Economists Actually Do (Forecasting vs. Programs) 04:44 How the Forecast Is Built: Models, Stakeholders & Scenario Risks 07:57 The Big Macro Wildcard: USMCA/Tariffs & Uncertainty Across Canada 13:25 Why the GTA Is Different: Pandemic-Era Perfect Storm 16:00 Condo Supply G...
- Feb 3, 20261h 4m
(47) Approved vs. Buildable: The Gap Breaking Toronto’s Affordable Housing Pipeline - Andrea Adams of St. Clare's & Mark Richardson of HousingNowTO
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights podcast, Payam welcomes Andrea Adams and Mark Richardson. Andrea is the Executive Director at St. Clair’s, a Toronto-based charitable organization that operates affordable housing. Mark is the Chief Technology Officer at Rich Analytics and the founder of HousingNowTO.com, a project tracking affordable housing efforts in Toronto. They discuss the current state of affordable housing, practical solutions, and the challenges...
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About Real Estate Development Insights
Your ultimate resource for in-depth discussions, expert interviews, and valuable insights into the ever-evolving world of real estate development. Hosted by Payam Noursalehi, this podcast brings you the knowledge and expertise of industry leaders, innovators, and professionals shaping real estate's future. Whether you’re a seasoned developer, an aspiring professional, or simply curious about the field, our episodes are designed to provide you with actionable information, real-world case studies, and the latest trends in the industry.Join us as we explore various topics, from cutting-edge technologies and sustainable building practices to market analysis and strategic planning. Each episode features conversations with top architects, engineers, planners, and developers, offering their unique perspectives and experiences.Our mission is to empower you with the tools and insights needed to navigate the complexities of real estate development and make informed decisions tha
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