REITs by Richard Crenian

Canada’s Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are on the move

Canada’s office vacancy rates, the percentage of unoccupied office spaces, are hovering around 10%, with some markets experiencing higher vacancies due to the shift to remote work arrangements such as employees working from home rather than in traditional office spaces. Strong office Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), which are companies that own, operate, or finance […]
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Commercial Real Estate

Top Signals for Recovery in the Commercial Real Estate and Multi-Tenant Buildings Market

The Commercial Real Estate (CRE)  as well as the multi-tenant building markets are crucial parts in the real estate industry. These components are generally used as barometers to view the overall economic health of the industry. These markets can fluctuate rapidly due to issues including but not limited to financial crises, pandemics, and geopolitical tensions. […]
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The Future of Commercial Real Estate in Canada

The Future of Commercial Real Estate in Canada – A Brighter Horizon

Commercial real estate has long been one of the cornerstones of Canada’s economy. Spanning from urban centers to suburban hubs, commercial real estate contributes to economic expansion, job creation and community revitalization across Canada. As we progress further into the 21st century, commercial real estate in Canada appears to hold great promise – driven by innovation, […]
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Family offices and private investors ontario

Home Offices Investing in Commercial Real Estate | Secrets to Steady Cash Flow

Real estate analysts, wealth managers, family offices, and private investors increasingly see underperforming retail offices as viable investment options with significant potential to transform into cash flow streams and maximize returns through creative use of space. This trend reflects changing needs within cities as well as changing dynamics within commercial real estate markets. Repurposing low-value […]
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The Intersection of Commercial Real Estate and Wealth Accumulation

The world of commercial real estate presents both challenges and rewards simultaneously. Historically, real estate investment was a primary avenue to wealth accumulation. However, in today’s commercial real estate landscape, success demands innovative thinking, keen market analysis, risk assessment, astute financial negotiations, and staying several steps ahead of market trends. For decades, commercial real estate […]
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The True Cost for Landlord

Richard Crenian on Net Leases: The True Cost for Landlords

The term “net lease” (and terms like “double net” or “triple net”), in commercial real estate, gets tossed around a lot. For those unfamiliar, it essentially means a tenant agrees to pay  for some or all of the operating expenses of a property, in addition to their base rent. This might include property taxes, building […]
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sustainable commercial real state

Navigating the Green Shift | Commercial Real Estate’s Role in a Sustainable Future

In Commercial Real Estate (CRE), sustainability initiatives and eco-friendly properties are not simply trending – they represent an essential step toward future-proofing the industry. Moving away from conventional notions of larger and better properties towards properties with sustainable features marks an incredible shift within CRE ethos. It underscores our urgent need to combat climate change, […]
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Multi-tenant Commercial Real Estate

Multi-tenant Commercial Real Estate – Outlook for 2024

Whether Canada will see a shift from the Liberals to the Conservatives in the 2024 election hinges on various factors, such as the political climate, economic circumstances, public sentiment, and notable events preceding the election. However, one prevailing trend is evident: Canadians are advocating for improvements in affordability. Addressing these concerns could potentially create opportunities […]
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Venturing into the multi-tenant market and seeking a comprehensive analysis of its prospects, risks, and potential for growth?

Life can be challenging enough; making the leap into multi-tenant real estate for revenue income in 2024 may feel like entering an unknown maze of uncertainty. Under these circumstances, making decisions can become dauntingly complex and intractable. With many unknown variables to consider and genuine concerns over weighing risks against opportunities, decision-making can indeed become […]
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