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In this episode, we discuss office and retail real estate, Canadian real estate, and opportunities in the industry with Sean Menkes, the vice-president, office and retail at Menkes Developments.
We also talk about building sustainably, key areas to look out for, and the history and future of Toronto-based Menkes Developments. He also shares some tips for people who want to get into real estate.
Sean Menkes joined Menkes Developments in 2014. He manages a portfolio of 4.5 million square feet of office and retail space in Toronto, including new office and mixed-use developments.
His recently completed projects include two new state-of-the-art office buildings, 100 Queens Quay East and the Waterfront Innovation Centre, as well as the renovation of 320 Bay St.
- 0:00 Introduction;
- 0:31 Menkes developments;
- 1:54 How Menkes got into real estate;
- 5:49 How Menkes Developments was established;
- 7:05 Key areas;
- 12:31 Sustainable buildings;
- 15:42 Changes in tenant demands;
- 19:06 Ongoing projects;
- 20:48 The Canadian housing market;
- 24:02 Canada tariffs;
- 27:42 Advice for people who want to get into real estate;
- 32:20 Back-to-office policy; and
- 36:35 Future of Menkes developments.
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