David Babakaiff

Co-Founder, VanPlex

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David Babakaiff on Multiplex Investing: Data, Risk, and Vancouver’s Shift to Institutional Capital

Host Maria Kritikos speaks with David Babakaiff—award-winning builder and co-founder of Vanplex and the Multiplex Capital Rail—about how Vancouver’s multiplex movement is evolving into a true asset class. Drawing on 25+ years in residential construction and new AI-driven analytics, David maps the three stages of the sector:

  • Democratization (citizen developers + friends-and-family capital),
  • Normalization (applications surging city-wide; pricing proof points), and
  • Institutionalization (what “big capital” needs: risk clarity, dependable returns, and packaged delivery at scale).

Inside the episode: a look at multigenerational design wins, feasibility pitfalls (title covenants, depth constraints), and how Vanplex’s tools help homeowners, builders, and investors test sites in seconds, align the right team, and execute projects that blend livability with strong fundamentals. Perfect for owners exploring a conversion, small developers seeking an edge, and investors eyeing Vancouver’s next growth engine.

Have questions or want to explore how multiplexes could work for you?

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