Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast

This week Cory sits down with Ryan Wong and Tony Liu, co-founders of Wong & Liu Valuation Group to unpack the realities of B.C.’s commercial real estate market heading into 2026.From cooling industrial and development land values to the surprising strength of retail and multifamily assets, Ryan and Tony offer a data-driven look at what’s really happening on the ground. They also share how property owners can benefit from appraisals beyond purchases and sales, including tax planning, estate evaluations, and BC Assessment appeals.Tune in for sharp insights from two of the city’s leading appraisers and hear their honest takes on what 2026 might bring for investors, developers, and landlords alike.

This week on the Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Cory Wright sits down with Raymond Wong, Vice President of Data Solutions at Altus Group, for a nationwide look at the commercial real estate landscape.With access to some of the most comprehensive data in the industry, Raymond unpacks key trends driving the Canadian market — from shifts in industrial and multifamily demand to evolving dynamics in office and retail. He also shares his outlook for the remainder of 2025, touching on the effects of interest rate changes, global trade pressures, and investor sentiment.Tune in for an insightful, data-driven discussion on where Canada’s commercial real estate market stands today.

After a summer hiatus, Cory Wright is back with Rod MacKay, Team Lead at William Wright’s Vancouver office, to break down what’s really happening in the commercial real estate market. Why did deal activity surge through the summer when it’s usually slow? Which asset classes are leading the rebound and which ones are still struggling to find their footing? And what do investors need to know heading into the final stretch of 2025? From pricing realities to pent-up demand, retail resilience to surprising signs of life in the office sector, this episode offers a candid, on-the-ground look at where the market stands today and what could be coming next.

What’s driving the surge of investor interest in retail? Is industrial still the safe bet it once was? In this week’s episode, David Basche, President of Astria Properties, returns to share how his firm is expanding from industrial into retail projects and why certain markets like Vancouver Island and Alberta are catching their eye.From pre-leasing challenges to future development potential, David unpacks how evolving market dynamics, construction costs, and shifting tenant demands are reshaping opportunities in commercial real estate. Is retail the new darling of CRE? What’s behind the slowdown in industrial deals? And which regions might offer the best upside for investors in 2025 and beyond? Tune in for an insider’s perspective on where smart money is headed next.

Think golf courses are just for birdies and bogeys? Think again. In this episode, Marianne DeCotiis of William Wright Commercial joins Cory to unpack one of the most surprising sectors of commercial real estate: golf courses. From multi-million dollar land plays to resort-style development potential, Marianne shares why these sprawling green spaces are catching serious investor attention. What makes a course financially viable? Who’s buying them, and why? And how can a clubhouse become a revenue-generating machine even in the off-season? Whether you're a golfer, a developer, or just curious about this niche market, this episode is a hole-in-one.

In this episode, Raffael Merola, Principal at Merola Construction, joins Cory and Adam to break down the realities behind restaurant and retail build-outs. From permitting pitfalls to HVAC nightmares, Raf shares hard-earned advice that could save months of delays and tens of thousands of dollarsHow long does it really take to open a restaurant? What are the most common and costly mistakes tenants make during the TI process? And how has the design and construction landscape shifted in the age of delivery apps and evolving customer expectations? If you’re thinking of opening a restaurant, or representing someone who is, this episode is essential listening.

Disclaimer: This podcast was originally recorded and aired in April 2023Yet another major American retailer will exit Canada as the Nordstrom's brand is set to shutter eleven Canadian retail operations under two names operated by the American giant.This week Cory and Adam welcome to the show retail expert David Ian Gray of DIG 360 who is here to unwrap everything from how the retail environment has changed, why American big box brands haven't fared as well this side of the border and even touches into how technology has impacted the retail world and gives us his thoughts on why Nordstrom is pulling out …and his answer might catch you off guard.David also provides his insight into the post COVID retail landscape and why retail was on the decline prior to the pandemic. A true professional and expert in his craft, this is an episode that provides some much-needed answers to what is happening within the retail industry.

Disclaimer: This podcast was originally recorded and aired in January 2021Over the past 20 months, most industries have seen a lot of change and the law industry is no different when it comes to commercial real estate. This week, Cory and Matt welcome Tim Lack of Redpoint Law to discuss the ever-changing world of the legal side of commercial real estate. Tim shares his insight on how the pandemic has changed how commercial real estate is leased, sold, and financed. If you are looking to add to your portfolio, have space you need to find a tenant for, or are looking to expand your business into another leased space, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.