In The News | Espace | Nicholas Kolobotos | The Evolution of Real Estate Capital Raising in Canada

Published on 18/07/2025

Canadian real estate is undergoing a quiet transformation. As the market matures, successful developers and operators are shifting away from deal-by-deal capital raising toward launching structured private real estate funds.

This evolution isn’t just a matter of efficiency, it’s a strategic step toward long-term value creation. From enhancing investor confidence to enabling faster execution and portfolio diversification, the fund model represents a new frontier in professionalizing operations.

 

This shift builds on the themes explored in Part 1 of our series, where we discussed aligning compensation strategies with ownership objectives. As businesses evolve, so too must their approach to both capital and talent.

But with opportunity comes complexity. Legal structuring, investor expectations, governance, and regulatory compliance all become more demanding. That’s where specialized fund formation advisors come in—to bridge the gap between real estate expertise and institutional rigour.

Whether you’re an established developer or an emerging fund sponsor, aligning with experienced advisors can help you build a sustainable, scalable platform that’s investor-ready and future-proof.

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Learn how Richter helps real estate leaders structure, scale, and succeed.

Read the full article in Espace Montreal.