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In this episode of the Dore Podcast, host Dan Dore interviews Graeme Webster from Avison Young. Graeme shares his journey from accidentally falling into a commercial real estate job to becoming a respected industry leader. He reveals the ups and downs of his career, from the challenges during the 2008 subprime mortgage crisis to the joys and struggles of running his own brokerage. Graeme also offers insights into the current state of Ottawa's real estate market and the importance of balancing work with family life. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with one of the most influential figures in Ottawa's property landscape.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:51 Graeme Webster's Early Career
03:02 Challenges and Growth in Real Estate
04:11 Forming a Partnership and Facing the Subprime Crisis
07:32 Building a Successful Brokerage
12:19 Joining Avison Young and Reflecting on Success
19:44 The Stability and Appeal of Ottawa's Market
23:20 Market Trends and Interest Rates
25:20 Impact of Institutional Buyers
27:26 Challenges in Office Real Estate
28:11 Navigating Lender Relationships
32:05 Collaboration at Avison Young
34:01 Balancing Work and Family Life
38:27 Insights from the Strip Mall Guy
41:24 Conclusion and Contact Information

Connect with Graeme here:
🌐 Avison Young: https://www.avisonyoung.ca/web/ottawa?utm_source=google&utm_medium=gmb
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graeme-webster-880a55b?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ottawaofficegroup?igsh=MTRweGs2bWNsNDhqZA==

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DORE Property Management Details:

🌐 Websites:
• https://www.dorerentals.com
• https://www.dorepropertymanagement.com
• https://www.doremultiresidential.com
• https://www.blackburnlanding.com

📧 Email: admin@dorerentals.com
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorepropertymanagement
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dorepropertymanagement
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorerentals

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Blackburn Landing Information:

🌐 Website: https://www.blackburnlanding.com
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1H4YVEubbV/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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“Best known beats best, and visibility beats ability.” — Dan Dore