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The Realist (Substack)

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Independent real estate news/analysis with a focus on Canadian markets and deal dynamics.

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The 8 Big Real Estate And Development Industry Questions For 2026
News•Feb 26, 2026

The 8 Big Real Estate And Development Industry Questions For 2026

Howard Chai’s latest piece outlines eight critical questions shaping Metro Vancouver’s real‑estate and development outlook for 2026. He probes whether the 2024‑25 downturn has bottomed out, if developers will resume land acquisitions, and how much hidden “shadow inventory” remains. The article also examines potential reversals of development charge hikes, municipal budget strains, the impact of the 2026 municipal elections, opposition to supportive housing, and the growing focus on lenders in project insolvencies.

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Vancouver Real Estate Rundown: Feb 9 - Feb 16, 2026
News•Feb 17, 2026

Vancouver Real Estate Rundown: Feb 9 - Feb 16, 2026

The episode reviews the week’s Vancouver real‑estate headlines, covering the stalled sale of the 28‑storey 2538 Birch Street tower, Allied Properties REIT’s takeover of the KING Toronto project and its recent equity financing, and a deep dive into Western Canada’s...

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Allied Properties REIT Takes Over KING Toronto Project From Westbank
News•Feb 10, 2026

Allied Properties REIT Takes Over KING Toronto Project From Westbank

Allied Properties REIT announced it has taken full operational control of the KING Toronto mixed‑use development, assuming the development manager role and converting its existing loans to equity, positioning it to own 100% of the project by 2027. The report...

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$235M Sale Of Jameson's Broadway Tower Under Creditor Protection Cancelled
News•Feb 10, 2026

$235M Sale Of Jameson's Broadway Tower Under Creditor Protection Cancelled

The episode dissects the collapse of a $235 million sale of Jameson Development’s 28‑storey tower at 2538 Birch Street in Vancouver, which was under Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act protection. It explains how funding from BC Housing was suspended, leading to a...

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Allied Properties REIT Takes Full Operational Control of KING Toronto From Westbank
Deals•Feb 10, 2026

Allied Properties REIT Takes Full Operational Control of KING Toronto From Westbank

Allied Properties REIT announced it has assumed full operational control of the KING Toronto development, effectively acquiring Westbank’s stake in the project. The move follows a series of loan facilities and will result in Allied owning 100% of the project...

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