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Victoria, BC's top real estate podcast, where we dive into the latest market trends, buying and selling tips, and investment opportunities in Greater Victoria. Join your hosts Adrian Maclaren, Vincent Baart, and Jocelyn Cseff, as they share their expert insights and local knowledge to help you navigate the dynamic Victoria real estate landscape. Whether you're a first-time buyer, seasoned investor, or simply curious about the market, our podcast has something for everyone. The YYJ Real Estat ...
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Hosted by James Garbutt and Denny Dumas, top Vancouver Realtors that have facilitated over a billion dollars in sales, and have helped over a thousand families move. This podcast informs buyers, sellers and investors about what's happening in and around Vancouver's real estate market. Buy or sell with us! The Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team - Oakwyn Realty Ltd.'
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Are you ready to learn more about the Real Estate industry in Vancouver without being bored out of your mind? We are Joe and Jeff, two local Realtors® who have over 16 years of industry experience. Join us for our weekly updates where we chat about the in's and outs of the Real Estate industry. We will share our best practices on how to protect yourself whether you are Buying, Selling, or Investing and provide you with updates on the market, along with interviews with other industry experts. ...
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There are no tricks, or special tactics to success in real estate. This podcast is intended for anyone who’s looking for information about real estate. It’s more than just a how-to. This information I will be explaining the benefits, caveats and even alternative options for the how-to's. This is perfect for someone who is looking to start a career in real estate but doesn’t want to start from the ground up. It’s also great for anyone who just wants to make more money and is willing to invest ...
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The Closing Couch: Vancouver Real Estate Life

Polly Reitze, Kim Taylor, Stories and Strategies

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The Closing Couch isn't just about closing deals; it's about opening doors to healthier, happier living through informed and mindful real estate choices. Hosted by Polly Reitze and Kim Taylor, two seasoned realtors with a wealth of experience in navigating the tumultuous waters of the Vancouver real estate market, The Closing Couch offers a refreshing take on what it means to buy, sell, invest, and own property in one of Canada's most dynamic cities. They understand that engaging with real e ...
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To tackle the housing crisis, the Province implemented a series of legislative changes in the fall of 2023 with Bills 44 and 47. These changes permit small-scale multi-unit housing and increase density in transit-oriented development areas, ensuring more people can access homes within their familiar communities. James and Denny go over the new chan…
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The most recent Greater Vancouver Realtors Housing Market Report paints a surprisingly grim picture of the Vancouver real estate market. New listings are up 20% year over year and transactions are down 17.6% below the 10 year average. And this is with two Bank of Canada rate cuts! What is going on? And, more importantly, what does this mean for the…
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Welcome to the YYJ Real Estate Podcast, your go-to source for the latest news and insights into the ever-evolving real estate landscape in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. In this episode, we delve deep into the most recent Trends, Market Dynamics, Home Insurance Issues, South Oak Bay Neighbourhood Highlight, Foreign Buyer Ban, Leasehold Prope…
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We often talk about Vancouver exporting real estate talent throughout North America. But what are the best & brightest in the industry actively learning from other cities? And what can these creative ventures outside of Vancouver tell us about ourselves? This week, Chad Boorman, Chief Financial Officer of Rize Alliance, sits down with Adam & Matt t…
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The real estate market in Vancouver is showing signs of revival following a recent rate cut by the Bank of Canada, which has made borrowing more affordable for potential buyers. With expectations of more rate cuts incoming, experts anticipate further boosts in market activity and home sales in the coming months. James and Denny offer their personal…
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It is time to take stock. We are more than halfway through 2024 and this year’s real estate market has been a doozy. We have seen sales volumes well below historical norms, a surprising spike in inventory, a number of new impactful housing policy measures & now a BoC second rate cut with signs of more to come. But what does this all mean for the fu…
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In this episode of the YYJ Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with Ben Gulbrandsen, President of Viking Properties, a prominent multi-family developer in Langford, BC. Ben shares his inspiring journey from the early days of his career to leading Viking Properties in crafting vibrant, sustainable communities. We delve into the intricacies of property …
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Here’s something few could have predicted: inventory in Metro Vancouver has almost doubled in six months and a rate cut has done little to spark sales. Many investors are sitting on their hands. But smart money continues to target Vancouver and there are many reasons why. Wendy Waters, Vice President, Research Services & Strategy at GWL Realty Advi…
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Last week, we covered buying properties in the USA as Canadians. This week is all about financing and investing in the USA. Alain Forget and Hatim Tichout, RBC Cross Border Banking & U.S. Home Equity Financing, join Matt & Adam to discuss opportunities for investment, emerging US Markets, navigating market dynamics, and how Canadians can best secur…
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Welcome to the YYJ Real Estate Podcast, your go-to source for the latest news and insights into the ever-evolving real estate landscape in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. In this episode, we delve deep into the most recent Trends, Market Dynamics, Surging rental prices, Gonzales Neighbourhood Highlight, funny real estate stories, and, how to …
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When buying in the US, the puck stops here. Former Canuck Goaltender turned Scottsdale Luxury Realtor Eddie Lack helps a lot of Canadians buy real estate in Arizona. And when we say a lot, we mean it: 80% of his clients are from Canada! Eddie sits down this week with Adam & Matt to detail the buying process in the US & why so many Canadians are cho…
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As the June 30 deadline for amending zoning bylaws has passed, city governments in BC have detailed new construction permissions for single-family properties starting in July. James and Denny discuss the impact of these changes on Vancouver real estate from the perspectives of buyers, sellers, and investors. This episode will focus on new zoning by…
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All real estate is local but all opportunity is not. And today’s guest knows this better than most. Taylor Steele from Integrated-integrities sits down with Adam & Matt to discuss opportunities in a down market, from the future of the North Shore to multifamily in the US to ultra passive ways to add real estate to your portfolio. Where are the buyi…
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Listings are up, pre-sales are down, and prices are easing in Vancouver's housing market. This shift indicates a cooling trend as more properties become available while fewer buyers commit to pre-sales, leading to a gradual decline in housing prices. James and Denny share what they see in this market and offer predictions on where things are going.…
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Do you have a 10 year plan? How about just a plan? If you don't, you are in the majority and don't worry - our guest today can help you set and achieve your goals and you can start right now. Clint Murphy, real estate developer, real estate investor, CFO, and prolific finance influencer, sits down with Matt & Adam in Kokomo Studios to unpack his in…
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Welcome to the YYJ Real Estate Podcast, your go-to source for the latest news and insights into the ever-evolving real estate landscape in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. In this episode, we delve deep into the most recent Trends, Market Dynamics, Insurance update, New Developments, Property tax info, Rocklands Neighbourhood Highlight, and fu…
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Send us a Text Message. Get ready to rethink your mortgage strategy. In this episode, Kim and Polly are joined by Monique Cornish, a mortgage broker affectionately known as "Magical Monique”, exploring how recent rate hikes have dramatically shifted the home buying landscape, slashing purchasing power and reshaping financial strategies. With 19 yea…
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The Bank of Canada's recent decision to cut its overnight rate to 4.75% marks the first rate cut in over four years. The BoC indicates a shift in monetary policy aimed at easing financial conditions as inflationary pressures show signs of subsiding. This move is expected to have several implications for the real estate market in Canada. James and D…
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Someone said, "if opportunity doesn't knock, build a door" and this sums up the story of Sunny Dhillon. From getting his real estate license in the early 2000s, to becoming a deal finder, and to eventually developing himself, Sunny saw the writing on the wall for our city and took action. Now the CEO of Dimex Group, with projects throughout the Low…
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Sometimes you walk into a space and just feel good and you're not sure why. But it's not an accident and, more than anything, that feeling is the result of a design team making painstaking decision after decision - and trust us, God is in the details. But what makes good design and what decisions should be paramount when buying, selling or renovati…
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Welcome to the YYJ Real Estate Podcast, your go-to source for the latest news and insights into the ever-evolving real estate landscape in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. In this episode, we delve deep into the most recent Trends, Market Dynamics, New Listings, New Developments, Changes to Tenancy Act, New Flipping Tax, Fairfield Neighbourhoo…
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Send us a Text Message. How could the new tax laws impact your real estate investments? Join Kim and Polly as they sit down with real estate guru Jeff Fitzpatrick, who breaks down the latest in capital gains tax changes, federal and provincial flipping taxes, and their potential impact on Vancouver's real estate market. Listen For: 01:24 - Capital …
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We talk a lot about opportunities and revitalization, but it's not typically in tony neighbourhoods with some of the most expensive postal codes in the country. This week, Barrett Sprowson, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Peterson Group, sits down with Matt & Adam to share a long term vision of Vancouver's west side - one characterized by …
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Back by popular demand, this week's guest is Daryl Simpson, President of Townline. Daryl has worked in the development industry in the Lower Mainland since 1993, building towers and communities from initial concept to completion with some of Canada's top development companies. This week, Daryl sits down with Matt & Adam for a candid conversation ab…
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In this episode of the YYJ Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with David Steinberg, the founder and owner of Olympic Mortgages. Join us as David shares his inspiring journey from being a mortgage broker to building his own successful business. He offers a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way, providing valuable…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to The Closing Couch. Real estate veterans Kim Taylor and Polly Reitze kick off their debut episode with infectious enthusiasm and a wealth of insider insights. They share their individual journeys into real estate, recounting early career challenges, memorable deals, and the joys of working with friends. Their camar…
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Rates are sky high and qualifying for a mortgage is as challenging as ever. But does this inevitably mean a market slowdown? In the commercial market, it depends. Impact Commercial's Founding Partner, Alan Haigh, joins Matt & Adam this week to discuss the commercial lending landscape in Sping 2024 and - spoiler alert - it's not easy out there. How …
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We are watching it like a movie in fast forward: the death of the single family home; blanket upzoning for towers near skytrain stations; four to six units on a single family lot; municipalities forced to comply with density by the summer. But how do we make sense of it all and, better still, act on it? Manveer Taggar, Partner at Common Ground Cons…
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Welcome to the YYJ Real Estate Podcast, your go-to source for the latest news and insights into the ever-evolving real estate landscape in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. In this episode, we delve deep into the most recent trends, market dynamics, new listings, Insuring manufactured homes, A horror story from a real estate lawyer, New Townhou…
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Inventory has reached its highest level since the pandemic Summer of 2020 amidst news of changing capital gain taxes and residential tenancy rules. Is this enough to keep the market balanced with the potential of rate cuts this Summer? Kevin Skipworth, Owner and Managing Broker at Dexter Realty, sits down with Matt & Adam in Kokomo Studios to discu…
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Acquiring a foreclosed property in Canada can offer substantial savings on a home or investment property. These properties are those that a lender has seized after the borrower failed to meet their mortgage obligations. James and Denny share their personal experiences with foreclosures and what the purchasing process looks like. This Episode will f…
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Welcome to the YYJ Real Estate Podcast, your go-to source for the latest news and insights into the ever-evolving real estate landscape in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. In this episode, we delve deep into the most recent trends, market dynamics, new listings, new anti flipping tax, changes to tenancy act, and funny real estate stories all i…
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Ben Smith has been involved in Vancouver real estate in one capacity or another for decades. He previously has worked with some of the region’s major developers & more recently went national to become the President of Avesdo. To say he has a unique vantage point on both regional & national real estate trends is an understatement. Ben sits down with…
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As per the BC Real Estate Association, the real estate market in the province is displaying indications of a rebound, although home sales continue to lag behind the 10-year average. Brendon Ogmundson, Chief Economist at BCREA, elaborated that while activity is increasing, home sales are still below typical levels, and home prices have remained rela…
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On Tuesday, the federal government announced its 2024 budget, committing to extensive new spending funded by fresh revenue sources. This year's federal budget is centred on three key objectives: increasing the availability of affordable housing, reducing living costs, and fostering economic growth that benefits everyone. James and Denny share their…
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On April 2nd, 2024, the BC NDP announced amendments to the Residential Tenancy Act intending to protect tenants from evictions, lengthy rental disputes & rent increases when a minor is added to a household. But all new policy results in unintended consequences & in this case the consequences are far reaching. LandlordBC CEO David Hutniak sits down …
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Welcome to the YYJ Real Estate Podcast, your go-to source for the latest news and insights into the ever-evolving real estate landscape in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. In this episode, we delve deep into the most recent trends, market dynamics, mortgage rate cuts, title/mortgage fraud, changes to the first time home buyers plans, and funny…
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Moody's Analytics provides financial intelligence and analytical tools to help business leaders make better financial decisions. So what does Director and Senior Economist, Brendan LaCerda, think about the current state of Canada's economy and its housing market? His answers might surprise you! Brendan sits down with Matt & Adam to offer a comprehe…
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The late, great Frank O’Brien compiled a list every year of his top 5 Canadian cities for real estate investment. His winner in 2024? Edmonton, Alberta! Investment Realtor Calvin Hexter sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss his hometown market & current Edmonton real estate trends every savvy investor should know. Is the immigration boom set to dri…
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Unlocking the value of your home or any real estate property you're considering buying or selling is a nuanced process that requires a keen understanding of the market. Denny and Monica share their personal experiences with evaluating homes and whether it's better to buy or sell your home first. This episode will focus on those looking to make a re…
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Few people understand the real estate landscape in British Columbia like our guest today. Ross McCredie was the founder of Sotheby’s International Realty Canada, a pivotal figure in Dapper Labs (blockchain technology), and the new owner of Sutton Group, a strategic purchase that seeks to redefine the Canadian real estate landscape. In this episode,…
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Listing your property this year? There are tried and true ways to sell your home quickly & for top dollar in any market. But the strategy has to fit the market & not the other way around. Adam & Matt sit down this week to discuss the Spring 2024 real estate market in Metro Vancouver from the perspective of the seller and a couple strategic agents. …
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Welcome to the YYJ Real Estate Podcast, your go-to source for all things real estate! In this episode, we're thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with James Connelly, the Sales Manager at Nickel Brothers House Moving. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of house relocation and discover the ins and outs of this unique aspect of th…
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Send us a Text Message. Introducing... THE CLOSING COUCH! Vancouver Real Estate Life. The Closing Couch isn't just about closing deals; it's about opening doors to healthier, happier living through informed and mindful real estate choices. Hosted by Polly Reitze and Kim Taylor, two seasoned realtors with a wealth of experience in navigating the tum…
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Anxious about the Vancouver real estate market in 2024? Co-Founder and CEO of Domus Homes, Richard Wittstock, isn't and chances are that he's seen more market cycles than you! In fact, in his 30+ year career, Richard has learned one thing over and over again: Don't bet against the Vancouver real estate market. Richard joins Matt & Adam this week in…
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Recent legislative changes in British Columbia aim to address the soaring cost of housing, reflecting the province's efforts to tackle the persistent issue of affordability in the real estate market. Denny and Monica review the new policy changes and share their thoughts on how they will affect the Vancouver real estate market. This episode will fo…
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Let’s face it - navigating the last few years of interest rate hikes in the mortgage market has not been easy. But, as the Bank of Canada gets inflation under control, and we start to see real opportunities in the real estate market, it’s time to strategize around financing and consider the top tips for finding the right mortgage in 2024. This week…
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The current market is marked by high-interest rates and stagnant home sales, indicating a seller's market. Uncertainty looms large amidst these conditions, posing challenges for both buyers and sellers alike. Economic unpredictability adds another layer of complexity to the real estate landscape. Denny and Monica share what they are currently seein…
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Welcome to the YYJ Real Estate Podcast, where we dive deep into the dynamic world of real estate. In this episode, join us as we sit down with the multi-talented Tailor Mészáros, a seasoned professional in commercial insurance, to explore the intricacies of his work and its impact on the real estate landscape. From risk management to navigating the…
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Fiera Real Estate is a leading investment management company in North America and Europe with almost $10 billion in assets under management. This week, Head of Real Estate Development for Fiera Real Estate (Canada), Kathy Black, sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss Canadian real estate market trends in 2024, which markets offer huge opportunities,…
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