Market Insights

From Altus Group – Borrowers and lenders are coming to grips with higher interest rates and tighter liquidity, and that new reality could be painful. With the volatile conditions brought forth by the pandemic still fresh in our minds, the current market environment is encumbered with a lingering sense of uncertainty.

From Altus Group – The industry has come a long way in a few short years, and investors, owners and managers are now expected to lean more heavily on technology solutions as they work harder to boost ROI in an increasingly challenging market cycle.

From Altus Group – In an economic downturn, analyzing market insights and data is crucial for identifying tax savings opportunities. Property tax assessments for various property types may have overlooked important factors such as market conditions, recent transactions, complex leases, and higher interest rates.

From BNN Bloomberg – According to a Toronto condominium builder, while affordability continues to be a challenge, the densely populated region surrounding Canada’s largest city offers a wide range of housing needs and opportunities, reflecting the diverse demands of its residents.

From Altus Group – GTA market has a cool start to 2023 compared to a year ago with transaction volume down 50%.

From Altus Group – Current capital market conditions continue to challenge many in the commercial real estate (“CRE”) industry but could present an attractive opportunity for CRE-focused debt funds.