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Interest Rates, Housing Supply & Other Complex Real Estate Problems

Interest Rates, Housing Supply, & Other Complex Real Estate Problems (#10)

Dr. Murtaza Haider is a Data Science and Real Estate Management professor at Toronto Metropolitan University. He also serves as the research director of the Urban Analytics Institute and is the Director of Regionomics Inc., a boutique consulting firm specializing in the economics of cities and regions.

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In this episode of the Real Estate Development Insights Podcast, Dr. Morteza Haider, professor at Toronto Metropolitan University and director of the Urban Analytics Institute, discusses his background and current work in real estate management and urban analytics. Dr. Haider delves into Interest rates, Housing Supply, and other complex real estate problems in Canada, particularly the persistent housing affordability crisis. 

He explains the significant challenges faced by government policies in managing supply and demand, labour productivity issues, and systematic barriers such as NIMBYism and restrictive regulations. The conversation also explores historical housing market trends, the potential of mid-rise developments, and policy changes that might improve the housing situation. Lastly, Dr. Haider offers his perspective on the impact of AI on real estate and the importance of civic engagement in driving change for housing affordability.
 
  • Complex Real Estate Problems
  • Behavioural and Systemic Issues in Housing
  • Interest Rates and Housing Market
  • Historical Housing Market Trends
  • Mid-Rise Building Feasibility
  • Urban Planning and Density Misconceptions
  • The Economics of Building Heights
  • Historical Context and Housing Supply Issues
  • AI in Real Estate: Potential and Limitations
This conversation provides valuable insights into the complexities of the real estate market and highlighted the need for innovative solutions and proactive governance. Dr. Haider’s expertise and perspectives offer a deeper understanding of the challenges and potential pathways forward in the quest for affordable housing.
 

For those interested in learning more or reaching out to Dr. Morteza Haider, he is easily reachable online and can be contacted through his university profile or the Urban Analytics Institute website. His columns with Stephen Moranis are available at hmbulletin.com.

 

 

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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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  • 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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