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 that drive success.
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Episodes
59 episodes
(59) CMHC Financing for Small Mid-Rise Projects - Abtin Nikeghbali - Canada ICI
CMHC MLI Select may offer compelling financing terms for purpose-built rental development—but “up to 95% loan-to-cost” does not mean every project will receive 95%, or that a developer needs only 5% cash.In this episode, Payam Noursalehi...
(58) Development Charges Explained: The Growth Cost No One Can Ignore
Development Charges Explained: Why They Rose, What Went Wrong, and What DC Relief Means for HousingIn this episode, Payam discusses development charges (DCs) as one-time fees on new developments intended to fund growth-related municipal...
(57) Mid-Rise Purpose-Built Rental: Underwriting Rent, Absorption, and Exit Risk - Mathieu Fleury -Leader Lane
Mid-Rise Purpose-Built Rental - Mathieu Fleury on Leader Lane’s Mid-Rise Mass Timber Rentals, Market Risk, and What Toronto Needs to Build More Housing Payam interviews Mathieu Fleury, partner at Toronto mid-rise developer Leader Lane Developme...
(56) 42 Years of Development Lessons on Building Better Communities - Jake Cohen - Daniels Corporation
Jake Cohen, president of the Daniels Corporation, shares development lessons from Daniels’ 42-year history as a vertically integrated development and construction company that has delivered over 40,000 homes, including purpose-built rentals, mo...
(55) How to Unlock More Mid-Rise Housing in Toronto - Richard Witt - BDP Quadrangle
How to Unlock More Mid-Rise Housing in Toronto - Richard Witt In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights Podcast, Richard Witt, Global Head of Housing at BDP Quadrangle, discusses Toronto and the GTA’s housing tra...
(54) How Institutional Investors Really Look at Development Risk - Jeff Thomas - KingSett Capital
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 f...
(53) Why Better Buildings Start With Structure, Not Finishes - Stuart Wilson - Alterra Development
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...
(52) Single-Stair in Canada: What’s Actually Changed and What Still Has to Happen - Conrad Speckert & Jack Keays
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 ...
(51) Part Two - Why do some projects fail while others succeed? - The 6 Pillars of Development Success
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 ...
(50) Why do some projects fail while others succeed? - The 6 Pillars of Development Success
(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 li...
(49) Toronto Multiplexes: The Rules, Risks, and Reality - Janna Levit & Samantha Eby
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 wh...
(48) What the CMHC 26-28 Outlook Means for GTA Developers - Jordan Nanowski
2026-2028 GTA Market Outlook According to CMHC - Jordan Nanowski00:00 Welcome + CMHC Forecast Episode Setup (2026–2028 Focus)01:38 Meet Jordan Nanowski: CMHC’s GTA Lead Economist03:46 What CMHC Economists Actually Do ...
(47) Approved vs. Buildable: The Gap Breaking Toronto’s Affordable Housing Pipeline - Andrea Adams of St. Clare's & Mark Richardson of HousingNowTO
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...
(46) Affordable Housing Investment Fund: A Solution to the Housing Gap - Mwarigha M.S. - Wood Green
In this episode, we dive into the world of affordable housing with Mwarigha, Vice President of Housing Growth Development and Asset Sustainability at Woodgreen Community Services, one of Canada’s leading non-profit organizations. Learn about Mw...
(45) How To Think About Risk, Leverage, And Timing In Real Estate Development - Mazyar Mortazavi - TAS Impact
In this insightful episode, Payam sit down with Mazyar Mortazavi, the President and CEO of TAS, a Toronto-based real estate company. Mazyar shares his inspiring journey from immigrating to Canada to working in real estate development and asset ...
(44) What 30,000+ Renter Surveys Tell Us About Balconies, Parking, Layouts, etc. - Data for your next rental - Sarah Segal - SimplyDBS
In this episode, Sarah Segal, CEO of Simply DBS, delves deep into the world of real estate analytics and what it means to be a data-driven landlord. Sarah shares her extensive background in commercial real estate and offers insights on how data...
(43) Modern Methods of Construction & Canada’s First 3D Printed Building - Amy Vilis, Leigh Newman, Stephan Mansour
In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights podcast, host Payam Noursalehi dives into the fascinating world of digitization, new-age technologies, and construction innovation in real estate development. Joined by three esteemed gues...
(42) All about Multiplex Housing: Data from 452 Multiplex Building Permits - Daniel Kolominsky - Senior Planner at City of Toronto
In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights podcast, host Payam speaks with Daniel Kolominsky, Senior Planner with the City of Toronto. Together, they explore the City’s Multiplex Monitoring Report, unpack the development review pro...
(41) Industry Outlook; 2026 & Beyond - Peter Norman - Altus Group
In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights podcast, our host Payam sits down with Peter Norman, Vice President and Chief Economist at Altus Group. Together, they explore a wide range of topics critical to the real estate developmen...
(40) Mid-rise Rental Development: Insights from Chris Spoke - Toronto Standard
In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights podcast, Payam speaks with Chris Spoke, partner at Toronto Standard, a firm specializing in midrise rental infill in Toronto. The episode dives into Chris’s unconventional journey from a d...
(39) Real Estate Innovation: AI, Technologies, and Future Trends with Arash Shahi
In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights podcast, Payam speaks with Arash Shahi, PhD, P Eng, PMP, and CEO of Land Logic, about Real Estate Innovation. Arash shares his impressive journey in the real estate sector, spanning over 2...
(38) Financing Purpose-Built Rentals - Max Goyzman - Peakhill Capital
In this episode, Max Goyzman, Vice President of Financing at Peakhill Capital, delves into the intricacies of Financing Purpose-Built Rentals and commercial real estate lending, with a specific focus on the apartment sector. Max discusses Peakh...
(37) Toronto Green Standard, Geothermal, District Energy; tools to decarbonize the built environment - David McMillan, John Rathbone, Ben Gilbank
In this episode, we discuss the Decarbonizing The Built Environment and the future of green building practices with three experts: David McMillan, from the City of Toronto; Ben Gilbank, Founder and CEO of Alt Crest Energy; and John Rathbone, CE...
(36) Condos, Rentals, & Market Trends - Insights from Ben Myers - Bullpen Consulting
Join us as I sit down with Ben Myers, President of Bullpen Research & Consulting, for a deep dive into the real estate market, condos, rentals, and market studies. Ben shares his journey into the real estate industry, the challenges faced b...
(35) Mid-Rise Manual - A guide to making better cities for the future - Robert Eisenberg of York Heritage Properties - Kelly Graham of SVN Architects - Conrad Speckert of LGA Architectural Partners
Join us as we dive deep into urban development with a special focus on mid-rise housing. Our host welcomes a panel of experts, including Bobby Eisenberg, a partner at York Heritage Properties, Kelly from SVN Architects and Planners, and Conrad,...