This episode explores the varying lifespans of different building types, from historical structures lasting 500-1,000 years to modern commercial buildings lasting 60-80 years. It covers the economic life of buildings, including factors like location, property type, and market conditions that influence their viability. 
Building materials and construction quality significantly impact longevity, with concrete structures lasting around 100 years and steel structures lasting 100-150 years.
The economic life of a building depends on multiple factors including location, property management, and market conditions, affecting its ability to generate revenue over time.
Regular maintenance and understanding of depreciation are crucial for extending a building's lifespan, with various components having different life expectancies, from 15 years for paint to 100 years for masonry.

This episode explores the varying lifespans of different building types, from historical structures lasting 500-1,000 years to modern commercial buildings lasting 60-80 years. It covers the economic life of buildings, including factors like location, property type, and market conditions that influence their viability.&nbsp;
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<li>Building materials and construction quality significantly impact longevity, with concrete structures lasting around 100 years and steel structures lasting 100-150 years.</li>
<li>The economic life of a building depends on multiple factors including location, property management, and market conditions, affecting its ability to generate revenue over time.</li>
<li>Regular maintenance and understanding of depreciation are crucial for extending a building's lifespan, with various components having different life expectancies, from 15 years for paint to 100 years for masonry.</li>
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The podcast features in depth discussion around investing in real estate, ongoing news in the Canadian real estate market, how to structure deals and grow your portfolio.
Show hosts Daniel Foch and Nick Hill bring experience, fresh takes, well-researched information and entertainment to a real estate investing podcast for Canadians.

The Podcast For Canadian Real Estate Investors.
The podcast features in depth discussion around investing in real estate, ongoing news in the Canadian real estate market, how to structure deals and grow your portfolio. Show hosts Daniel Foch and Nick Hill bring experience, fresh takes, well-researched information and entertainment to a real estate investing podcast for Canadians.

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The Podcast For Canadian Real Estate Investors.

The podcast features in depth discussion around investing in real estate, ongoing news in the Canadian real estate market, how to structure deals and grow your portfolio.

Show hosts Daniel Foche and Nick Hill bring experience, fresh takes, well-researched information and entertainment to a real estate investing podcast for Canadians.

The Podcast For Canadian Real Estate Investors.
The podcast features in depth discussion around investing in real estate, ongoing news in the Canadian real estate market, how to structure deals and grow your portfolio.
Show hosts Daniel Foche and Nick Hill bring experience, fresh takes, well-researched information and entertainment to a real estate investing podcast for Canadians.

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