Real estate remains front-page news; from trade tensions and a soft condo market to the implications of BC's Cowichan land claim ruling.

In this follow-up episode, Rob Olsen, Head of Nicola Wealth Private Capital, reconnects with Mark Hannah, Executive Managing Director, Real Estate, to revisit their earlier conversation on valuation pressure and liquidity challenges, exploring what has shifted since then and what investors can expect in 2026.

Mark shares updates on portfolio performance across Canada and the U.S., the state of redemptions, recent asset sales, and early signs of renewed momentum in leasing, transaction activity, and buyer demand, plus how improving risk premiums, geopolitical uncertainty, and evolving trade dynamics are influencing today's opportunity set.

For investors navigating mixed headlines and evolving market signals, this episode provides a clear, measured perspective on where real estate stands today, and how discipline and long-term thinking may position portfolios for the next phase of the cycle.

Leadership transitions are defining moments for any organization. When done well, they preserve what made a firm successful while creating space for the next generation to lead.

In this episode, host Natalie Michael, Managing Partner of CEO Next Chapter, speaks with John Nicola, Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Nicola Wealth, and Chris Nicola, the firm's newly appointed CEO. Together, they reflect on the journey that led to the leadership transition and the careful planning that supported it, including the role of independent governance, succession planning, and the board led process used to select the next leader.

The conversation explores what it means to step into leadership within a complex and rapidly growing organization. John and Chris discuss the realities of CEO succession, the importance of communication across a growing firm, and how leadership, technology, and critical thinking will shape the company's next chapter.

For founders, business owners, and leaders thinking about succession, this episode offers a candid look at how thoughtful planning and strong governance can help ensure a successful leadership transition.