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Canada Vs. US –  Housing Crisis; Similarities & Differences

Canada Vs. US -  Housing Crisis Similarities & Differences - Edd Hamzanlui (#23)

 
Edd Hamzanlui

Founder of MassCan Capital, Edd has worked in real estate finance and banking, private equity, development, construction and cost consulting, and architecture for nearly two decades. He has received an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth, a M.Sc. in Construction Management from Georgia Tech, and a M.Sc. in Architecture from the University of Tehran.

Edd previously held the position of Vice President of Affordable Housing Development at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, where he gained extensive expertise in multifamily development and underwriting for LIHTC/Historic Tax Credit deals. His impressive portfolio includes analyzing and underwriting deals worth over $4.3 billion in ground-up and value-add affordable housing. In his most recent role, he led a family office-backed real estate development practice in the New England region focusing on middle-income housing.

Canada Vs. US - Housing Crisis Similarities & Differences - Edd Hamzanlui - MassCan Capital
In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights podcast, host Payam Noursalehi is joined by Edd Hamzanlui, founder and operator of Masscan Capital in Boston, Massachusetts. Edd shares his experience and insights into the housing crisis solutions being implemented in Massachusetts. They discuss various initiatives like the MBTA Act, which encourages density around public transportation hubs, and the Gateway Cities program aimed at revitalizing older industrial cities.
 
The conversation also touches on the similarities between Massachusetts and Toronto’s housing challenges and the concept of ‘Light Touch Density’ for creating affordable housing options. They delve into the effectiveness of regulatory changes and the necessity of aligning financial viability with development initiatives. This episode is a comprehensive look at the shared struggles and innovative solutions in real estate development on both sides of the U.S.-Canadian border.
 
  • Discussing Housing Crisis Similarities
  • Challenges in the Massachusetts Housing Market
  • Regulatory Hurdles and Market Dynamics
  • Comparing Housing Issues in Toronto and Massachusetts
  • Impact of Housing Costs on Population Movement
  • Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Act
  • Gateway Cities and HDIP Zoning
  • Exploring the Midwest and Massachusetts
  • The Missing Middle Housing Concept
  • Affordable Housing Initiatives in Massachusetts

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Payam Noursalehi
Payam Noursalehi

A Real Estate & Construction Professional with a passion for Mid-Rise projects. His experience comes from his exposure to multiple aspects of the industry, such as Engineering, Construction Management, Development Management, and Private Equity Investment.

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