Economic Consulting
Altus’ Economic Consulting Practice Group provides both public and private sector clients with strategic advice and information that helps them make the right decisions. Extensive in-house expertise, a wide-ranging information database, leading-edge analytical techniques and wide-ranging contacts contribute to the value this team. Solid understanding of demographics, economies and real estate markets result in streamlined analysis that saves clients time and money.
Founded in 1972, Economic Consulting has gained a national reputation for providing astute and independent interpretation, and strategic advice in the area of urban and real estate economics. Combining the rigor and tools of economics with market and financial feasibility analysis allows for a unique approach to a variety of urban, real estate and environmental issues and concerns, as well as individual property analyses. This approach gives our clients the information they need for enhanced decision-making.
Our work includes:
- Real estate market and forecasting analysis
- Expert witness testimony
- Municipal finance
- Economic, demographic and impact studies
- Highest and best use, residential and retail site analysis
- Building products and technology analysis
Economic Consulting offers the following syndicated/subscription services:
Financial Industry Research Monitor (FIRM). A joint service of Economic Consulting and Ipsos-Reid, this subscription report provides quarterly tracking of Canadian consumers’ attitudes and intentions regarding a range of financial behaviour, including home buying activity, residential mortgage and personal borrowing, and home and auto insurance.
REALpac/IPD Canada Property Index.Economic Consulting is the Canadian representative of Investment Property Databank (IPD) of England, which tracks performance of real estate investments by institutional investors in Canada. www.ipd.com
Altus Group Housing Report. This monthly publication provides subscribers with our insights into housing market developments across Canada, and quarterly forecasts of residential construction activity. It offers an ideal way to stay on top of the latest developments and ahead of the competition. The following are some of the key areas covered in the report:
- Innovative new housing projects across Canada;
- Market segments (first-time, move-up/down, rental);
- Local market conditions/outlook;
- Renovation trends and forecasts;
- Demographic changes and implications for housing demand;
- New construction technologies/products;
- Changing housing policy environment; and
- Lending environment.
A subscription to 12 issues also includes 4 issues of the Altus Group Housing Forecast, which provides a unique perspective on the short-term outlook for the new housing market by type of housing unit and region.
We want to give you a FREE trial issue of the Altus Group Housing Report because we’re confident that it will become a valuable resource for your business.
Please contact us at:
Altus Group Economic Consulting
housing@altusgroup.com
