Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast

Hosted by Cory Wright

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Imagine you are friends with hundreds of commercial real estate investors, developers, economists and urban planners in Vancouver. Now imagine you can grab a coffee with each of them and casually chat about failures, successes, motivations, lessons learned and even their best investment advice. This plus the nuts and bolts of Commercial Real Estate - that’s what we’re aiming for with the Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast!

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39 min

VCREP #189 | How AI Is Transforming Commercial Real Estate with Alex Taylor of Commercialize IQ

Cory Wright is back with co-host Rod MacKay with this week's guest Alex Taylor, Founder and CEO of Commercialize IQ. Alex breaks down how Commercialize IQ helps owners and operators bring together information from spreadsheets, leases, emails, and accounting systems to streamline portfolio management and reduce manual work. Can you trust generic AI tools with confidential leases and sensitive real estate information? Where does AI actually fit into lease analysis and brokerage workflows? And can it work alongside platforms like Yardi, MRI, and AppFolio rather than replace them? Alex also shares his outlook on the retail, industrial, and office markets for the rest of 2026.

29 min

VCREP #188 | How AI is Hurting Commercial Real Estate with Jerry Shi

From bad lease advice to costly negotiation mistakes, AI is already changing commercial real estate. Cory speaks with Jerry Shi of Red Point Law about the opportunities, risks, and why experience still can't be automated.

37 min

VCREP #187 | Developer's Bailout or Bank Bailout? with Rod MacKay

This week, Cory sits down with Rod MacKay, team leader at William Wright Commercial, to break down the BC and federal governments' plan to purchase 2,200 unsold condos across the province. They unpack the real numbers behind the $3.2 billion announcement, who stands to benefit, and what it could mean for housing affordability in BC, before diving into the commercial real estate market heading into the second half of 2026. Where investors are finding opportunities? Tune in to find out.

1 hr 9 min

VCREP #186 | Vancouver's Commercial Real Estate Reset with Cory Wright

2021 prices are gone and sellers are finally coming to terms with reality. But what's next? Cory Wright, owner and managing broker at William Wright Commercial, sits down with Adam & Matt for an unvarnished health check across every asset class in the world of commercial real estate. They dig into why office is drawing serious buyers, how some industrial now sells for less than it costs to build, and the case for the buildings nobody wants. He also unpacks the development logjam choking new supply and the overlooked secondary regions where savvy money is heading. Have we hit the floor? What is everyone sleeping on? And is the worst over?

32 min

VCREP #185 | Inside Western Canada’s Real Estate Shift with Johannes Van Leenen

On this episode of the Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Cory Wright sits down with Johannes Van Leenen to unpack the realities of development across Western Canada and beyond. From Calgary and Kelowna to Phoenix, Miami, Belize, and Bali, Johannes shares how Fifth Avenue Properties is navigating today’s challenging market while continuing to expand internationally. They discuss why Alberta continues to attract investment, how BC regulations are impacting condo development, the shift toward rental projects, and what developers are really facing with financing, pre-sales, DCC costs, and government policy. Johannes also gives his outlook on the next 12–24 months for the Canadian real estate market and explains why he still believes strongly in the long-term future of BC. Plus: business books, Calgary growth, Kelowna lifestyle, and why “Good to Great” remains required reading for entrepreneurs.

37 min

VCREP #184 | From Spec Builds to Strategy: How Vancouver Developers Are Adapting

Construction activity across Metro Vancouver is changing, with developers adjusting how projects are planned, financed, and delivered. This week, Cory Wright sits down with Ben Temple, Business Development Manager, and Darren Sauer, Director of Development at Wales McLelland , a construction firm with roots dating back to 1971. They discuss the shift toward owner-user projects over speculative development, as well as emerging demand in sectors like self-storage and data centres. The conversation closes with their outlook for the rest of 2026, including early signs of improving leasing activity and cautious optimism in the industrial development market.

35 min

VCREP #183 | Global Investing Insights with Peter Leung

This week on the Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Cory Wright is joined by returning guest and “Investorpreneur” Peter Leung for a wide-ranging conversation on global markets and investment trends. Peter shares his perspective on the broader economic landscape, how international events are influencing Canadian markets, and what investors should be watching right now. The discussion also touches on opportunities beyond commercial real estate and how shifting global conditions could shape investment strategies moving forward. A big-picture conversation on markets, macro trends, and where smart investors may be looking next.

37 min

VCREP #182 | Unpacking BC’s 2026 Provincial Budget with Stephen Gammer

This week, Cory Wright is joined by Stephen Gammer, Senior Broker and Partner at William Wright Commercial’s Fraser Valley office, to break down BC’s 2026 Provincial Budget. With his background in provincial politics, Stephen unpacks the expanded PST on professional services, rising deficits, growing debt costs, and what it all means for developers, landlords, and tenants. They discuss how new taxes and increased spending could impact development viability, operating costs, and housing affordability across the province. A direct, no-nonsense conversation on policy, economics, and the future of commercial real estate in BC.

26 min

VCREP #181 | Why Nanaimo Could Be the Hottest Commercial Real Estate Market in 2026

Is Nanaimo the next breakout market in BC? This week on the Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast, Cory Wright sits down with Evan Richardson from William Wright Commercial to break down why investors are turning their attention to Nanaimo. From population growth and limited commercial supply to national retailers entering the market, they unpack why this Vancouver Island city could be one of the most exciting places to invest in 2026.

51 min

REPOST: VCREP #36 | Investing in Multifamily 101 with Marianne DeCotiis

Disclaimer: This podcast was originally recorded and aired February 2022 Ever wonder which commercial asset class has the lowest cap rate but offers the most stable returns? This week, Cory and Matt welcome Marianne DeCotiis, a multifamily specialist with William Wright Commercial’s Fraser Valley office. Tune in as Marianne breaks down the multifamily asset class, sharing how it’s funded, how the leases are government regulated, and plenty more! Marianne also walks through why demand for this asset class has been so consistent and how cap rates have hit historical lows, yet demand continues to grow. Multifamily operates a lot differently than most commercial asset classes and Marianne unpacks why that is.