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Boardroom Brief: EP. 05 – Trump, Tariffs & Trade Tensions: What the Potential U.S. Tariffs Could Mean for the Real Estate Market

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February 5, 2025
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The prospect of a trade war that could disrupt the North American economy is on hold – for now. U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to delay imposing 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico for 30 days, easing immediate concerns of economic instability. However, uncertainty remains as negotiations continue, leaving investors and industry leaders alike watching closely for the next move.

The threat of U.S. tariffs has sparked intense discussions across industries, including real estate. With $1.3 trillion in annual two-way trade between the two countries, the potential for disruption is significant. If imposed, these tariffs could send ripple effects through the economy, affecting consumer confidence, real estate values and investment activity.

In this episode of Boardroom Brief, host Alex Nisenker sits down with CEO Sasha Cucuz to breakdown the potential consequences for real estate investors, prospective buyers, and the broader economy. What might these tariffs mean for the real estate market? How will growing economic uncertainty influence consumer confidence and sales activity in today’s market? How should investors position themselves in the face of uncertainty?

Join us as Sasha shares his expert perspective on what’s ahead. Listen to the full episode now.

  • How could tariffs impact property values, new developments and overall real estate investment?
  • What steps can government take to stimulate broader economic productivity and growth, particularly in relation to persistent housing imbalances?
  • Why are ‘smart money’ investors doubling down on real estate while pulling back from equities?
  • Will the proposed tariffs shift our firm’s long-term investment strategy?

 

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