Why Developers Are Taking Their Money to the U.S.

In this week’s episode of the Ottawa Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with Matt Bournival from Greybrook to talk about how rising construction costs are putting pressure on developers, slowing down housing supply, and impacting the future of real estate in Canada. We break down what’s happening behind the scenes in the industry and what it means for the homes being built across Ontario.

We also talk about how Greybrook is changing the landscape by opening access to institutional-level projects for everyday investors, and how developers are navigating razor-thin margins, red tape, and economic uncertainty.

If you care about housing, development, or the future cost of real estate in Canada, this episode will give you clarity.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests

01:40 Matt Bournival's Career Journey

04:27 Current Market Dynamics in Real Estate: the US vs Canada

07:23 Challenges Facing Developers and Builders

11:50 The Impact of Government Regulations

15:20 Should They Cut the HST Across the Entire Supply Chain?

17:56 International Real Estate Investments

22:50 Investment Opportunities with Greybrook

24:24 Understanding Real Estate Investment Returns

26:33 The Importance of Diversification in Investments

31:06 Future Outlook for Real Estate Development