Best Buying Vancouver Real Estate Podcasts (2024)

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VREP #428 | Buying Property in the USA as a Canadian with Former Canuck Goaltender Eddie Lack 38:40

9d ago38:40

38:40

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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Is It Better to Buy Rentals with 25% Down or All Cash After Buying an Owner-Occupant? 31:24

28d ago31:24

31:24

So, are you stressing out over higher mortgage interest rates and properties not cash flowing as well as they used to, or in some markets, not having positive cash flow at all... even with 25% down? What's a real estate investor seeking financial independence to do? In this class, we will compare two strategies. In both strategies, you first buy an…

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VREP #430 | Why Smart Money Continues to Invest in Vancouver 1:11:43

1h ago1:11:43

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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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Surrey BC Real Estate Market Update June 2024 6:57

5h ago6:57

6:57

Surrey BC Real Estate Market Update June 2024 - Surrey BC Real Estate Podcast Episode 73 - Are you looking for the latest information on the Surrey BC real estate market? In this episode, we provide a comprehensive update on the housing market in Surrey BC and The Fraser Valley. Join hosts Ricky J and Jeff Chadha as they dive into the latest trends…

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Funding a Divorce Settlement with Mortgage Proceeds 10:20

5h ago10:20

10:20

Click Here to read the blog version of this episode. Contact Marko, he's a Mortgage Broker! 604-800-9593 cell/text Vancouver 403-606-3751 cell/text Calgary Call Marko via WhatsApp homefinancingsolutions.ca CLICK HERE to download Marko's award-winning Mobile Mortgage App! Episode Link #1: Co-signer Link Episode Link #2: Amortization Link Hosted on A…

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Functional Obsolescence Unveiled: The Silent Value Killer in Real Estate Investments—and How to Defeat It! 31:04

1d ago31:04

31:04

Functional Obsolescence Unveiled: The Silent Value Killer in Real Estate Investments—and How to Defeat It! There's a often overlooked risk of investing in reale state: obsolescence. Whether we're focused on properties that are or will become functionally obsolete or drift directly into economic or physical obsolescence... these are real-world risks…

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Buying A Presale Condo in British Columbia (Pros & Cons) 21:37

1d ago21:37

21:37

Buying A Presale Condo in British Columbia (Pros & Cons) - Surrey BC Real Estate Podcast Episode 72 - In this episode, Ricky and Jeff dive into the exciting world of presale condos in British Columbia. Are you considering buying a presale condo but unsure if it's the right move for you? We've got you covered! Join us as we explore the **pros and co…

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VREP #429 | Financing & Investing in the USA as a Canadian 55:33

1d ago55:33

55:33

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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How to Analyze an All-Cash Rental Property Purchase 1:08:48

14d ago1:08:48

1:08:48

How to Analyze an All-Cash Rental Property Purchase Deal analysis is important. Learning how to analyze deals is a critical skill for all real estate investors, whether you're financing 100% of the purchase or buying a property without a loan at all and paying all cash. In this class, we will look at how deal analysis changes when you plan to buy a…

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Moving To Surrey (Top Areas) - Surrey BC Real Estate Podcast Episode 71 54:29

8d ago54:29

54:29

Moving To Surrey (Top Areas) - Surrey BC Real Estate Podcast Episode 71 - Are you considering moving to Surrey, BC? Discover the top areas to live in Surrey in this episode of the Surrey BC Real Estate Podcast! From vibrant communities to serene neighborhoods, we cover everything you need to know about the best places to call home in Surrey BC In T…

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Unlocking Urban Growth: Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing and Zoning Bylaw Changes in Vancouver 22:16

9d ago22:16

22:16

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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How Return on Investment Changes Based on Credit Score With PMI 41:51

21d ago41:51

41:51

How Return on Investment Changes Based on Credit Score With PMI Does your credit score really matter when you're buying rental properties? Sure, your credit score impacts the mortgage interest rate you can get with traditional mortgages. And yes, your credit score affects how much private mortgage insurance (PMI) will cost. Your credit score can al…

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VREP #427 | Real Estate from North Vancouver to the Sunbelt with Taylor Steele 52:00

16d ago52:00

52:00

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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Market Update June: Sales Down, Inventory Up! 18:21

17d ago18:21

18:21

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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VREP #426 | Financial Freedom Through Real Estate Investing with Clint Murphy 1:18:58

23d ago1:18:58

1:18:58

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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Mortgage Mayhem: The New Reality of Interest Rates 38:04

25d ago38:04

38:04

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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Unlocking Opportunities: How Canada's Rate Cut Impacts Real Estate 21:02

27d ago21:02

21:02

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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Surrey BC Real Estate Market Update May 2024 - Surrey BC Real Estate Podcast Episode 70 7:13

26d ago7:13

7:13

Welcome back to The Surrey BC Real Estate Podcast! In this video, we dive deep into the latest trends and updates for the Surrey BC real estate market for May 2024. Join us as we analyze the key factors influencing property prices, inventory levels, and buyer behavior in Surrey and the entire Fraser Valley. 📈 **What's Covered in This Update:** - Ov…

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VREP #425 | A Ground Up Story of Real Estate Development with Sunny Dhillon 55:08

29d ago55:08

55:08

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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The Impact of Buying Properties at a 5% Discount When Nomading™ 26:22

1M ago26:22

26:22

So, you're considering Nomading™. Excellent! But as you dig into the details, you may wonder what the impact would be if you chose to buy a more desirable, higher quality, but maybe less optimal property at full price (without a discount), versus focusing on finding a slightly less desirable, slightly lower quality, but slightly more optimized rent…

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Qualifying for a mortgage while moving to Alberta 14:01

29d ago14:01

14:01

Click Here to read the blog version of this episode. Contact Marko, he's a Mortgage Broker! 604-800-9593 cell/text Vancouver 403-606-3751 cell/text Calgary Call Marko via WhatsApp homefinancingsolutions.ca CLICK HERE to download Marko's award-winning Mobile Mortgage App! Episode Link #1: Second Home Mortgage Episode Link #2: Bridge Financing Hosted…

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Deal Alchemy™ - Black Box Cash Flow 31:54

1M ago31:54

31:54

Deal Alchemy™ - Black Box Cash Flow Deal Alchemy™ is all about manipulating returns to get the returns you desire most. One variation of Deal Alchemy™ has you think about your rental property investment as a black box. You put money into the black box, some magical things happen over the next few years and out pops profit which you can spend like c…

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Enhanced mortgage qualification rules for New Canadians 13:00

1M ago13:00

13:00

Click Here to read the blog version of this episode. Contact Marko, he's a Mortgage Broker! 604-800-9593 cell/text Vancouver 403-606-3751 cell/text Calgary Call Marko via WhatsApp homefinancingsolutions.ca CLICK HERE to download Marko's award-winning Mobile Mortgage App! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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VREP #424 | West Coast Design Trends with Maxime Zentner 1:01:16

1M ago1:01:16

1:01:16

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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Tax Talk: Navigating the New Capital Gains Impacts 28:53

1M ago28:53

28:53

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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Warning - Risks of Rental Demand Declining When Investing in Real Estate 27:08

2M ago27:08

27:08

Warning - Risks of Rental Demand Declining When Investing in Real Estate Risk, risk, risk... Life is full of risks. To a limited degree, we get to choose which risks we voluntarily take on. For example, if you choose to invest in real estate, you choose to take on some additional risks that you might not—directly—face if you opt to invest in someth…

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VREP #423 | The West Side Reimagined with Barrett Sprowson 1:18:52

2M ago1:18:52

1:18:52

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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How to build your credit history if you are new to Canada? 11:12

1M ago11:12

11:12

Click Here to read the blog version of this episode. Contact Marko, he's a Mortgage Broker! 604-800-9593 cell/text Vancouver 403-606-3751 cell/text Calgary Call Marko via WhatsApp homefinancingsolutions.ca CLICK HERE to download Marko's award-winning Mobile Mortgage App! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Private Mortgage Insurance Myths 27:22

2M ago27:22

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Private Mortgage Insurance Myths Reputation can be a challenging thing. I have found, through many conversations with clients over the years, that Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) has a questionable reputation with home buyers in general and investors in particular. However, much of its reputation is based on half-truths, bad information, lies, and…

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VREP #422 | Pivotal Market Trends for Vancouver Real Estate with Daryl Simpson 1:06:36

2M ago1:06:36

1:06:36

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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Is your mortgage renewal keeping you up at night? 19:38

2M ago19:38

19:38

Click Here to read the blog version of this episode. Contact Marko, he's a Mortgage Broker! 604-800-9593 cell/text Vancouver 403-606-3751 cell/text Calgary Call Marko via WhatsApp homefinancingsolutions.ca CLICK HERE to download Marko's award-winning Mobile Mortgage App! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Deals and Dreams: Our First Real Estate Journeys 29:15

2M ago29:15

29:15

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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Warning - Risks of Neighborhood Decline When Investing in Real Estate 28:21

2M ago28:21

28:21

Warning - Risks of Neighborhood Decline When Investing in Real Estate Everything in life has risks. Not investing adds certain types of risks, while investing adds other risks. One risk that some real estate investors face is the possibility that the neighborhood they're investing in will decline, causing values and/or rents to drop. So, how do we …

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Fraser Valley Real Estate Market Update | April 2024 5:31

2M ago5:31

5:31

Fraser Valley Real Estate Market Update April 2024 - Surrey BC Real Estate Podcast Episode 69 🏡 Fraser Valley Real Estate Market Update | April 2024 📈 In this comprehensive market update, we delve into the latest trends and insights shaping the Fraser Valley real estate landscape. From housing prices to inventory levels, we analyze key data points …

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VREP #421 | Vancouver Commercial Lending Landscape with Alan Haigh 49:05

2M ago49:05

49:05

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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How to Analyze a Duplex 21:02

2M ago21:02

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How to Analyze a Duplex Some real estate investors are sensitive to their ability to get ten 30-year fixed rate financing loans and would prefer to fill those loan spots with larger purchases than just single family rental homes. One way to do that is to buy more expensive properties like duplexes, triplexes or fourplexes. In this class, James will…

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VREP #420 | The Radical Transformation of Metro Vancouver with Manveer Taggar 1:03:02

2M ago1:03:02

1:03:02

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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Buy now, or wait for interest rates to drop further? 21:28

2M ago21:28

21:28

Click Here to read the blog version of this episode. Contact Marko, he's a Mortgage Broker! 604-800-9593 cell/text Vancouver 403-606-3751 cell/text Calgary Call Marko via WhatsApp homefinancingsolutions.ca CLICK HERE to download Marko's award-winning Mobile Mortgage App! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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How to Analyze Deals with Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) 12:37

3M ago12:37

12:37

How to Calculate PMI If you're a house hacker, Nomad™, investor buying properties with less than 20% down, or buying creatively where the seller has PMI, you'll want to make sure you know how to analyze deals that have Private Mortgage Insurance. In this mini-class, James will cover how to analyze deals that have PMI, with an emphasis on doing it u…

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VREP #419 | Inventory Spikes alongside Tax Increases with Kevin Skipworth 58:04

2M ago58:04

58:04

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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Exploring Real Estate Foreclosures: Are They Worth Looking Into? 10:57

3M ago10:57

10:57

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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Mortgage Qualification for Pre-Sale Condos - be careful. 14:19

2M ago14:19

14:19

Click Here to read the blog version of this episode. Contact Marko, he's a Mortgage Broker! 604-800-9593 cell/text Vancouver 403-606-3751 cell/text Calgary Call Marko via WhatsApp homefinancingsolutions.ca CLICK HERE to download Marko's award-winning Mobile Mortgage App! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Is it Better to Pay Off Properties with Cash Flow or In Full When Nomading™? 36:00

3M ago36:00

36:00

In many cases—not all, but many cases—real estate investors can speed up the time it takes to become financially independent by choosing to pay off the mortgages on their properties early. Sometimes it makes sense to take every extra dollar beyond a healthy amount of reserves and aggressively pay off properties as quickly as possible. Other times, …

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VREP #418 | Critical Insights into Vancouver Real Estate with Ben Smith 1:06:40

3M ago1:06:40

1:06:40

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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Market Update April: A Subdued Spring Season 27:21

3M ago27:21

27:21

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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Fraser Valley Real Estate Market Update March 2024 - Surrey BC Real Estate Podcast Episode 68 3:53

3M ago3:53

3:53

Fraser Valley Real Estate Market Update March 2024 - Surrey BC Real Estate Podcast Episode 68 🏡 **Fraser Valley Real Estate Market Update | March 2024** 📈 In this comprehensive market update, we delve into the latest trends and insights shaping the Fraser Valley real estate landscape. From housing prices to inventory levels, we analyze key data poi…

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Rate forecast pointing to variable rate mortgages and weaker Canadian dollar 11:49

3M ago11:49

11:49

Click Here to read the blog version of this episode. Contact Marko, he's a Mortgage Broker! 604-800-9593 cell/text Vancouver 403-606-3751 cell/text Calgary Call Marko via WhatsApp homefinancingsolutions.ca CLICK HERE to download Marko's award-winning Mobile Mortgage App! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Deal Alchemy™ - Residential vs Commercial Property 14:50

3M ago14:50

14:50

Deal Alchemy™ - Residential vs Commercial Property Deal Alchemy™ is all about manipulating the returns you're earning on your investments. Often, this is done through the choices we make when selecting the investment property and the strategies we choose to implement. For example, you could choose to invest in residential properties where your tena…

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Bank of Canada Updates and Federal Budget Highlights 20:03

3M ago20:03

20:03

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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VREP #417 | BC Residential Tenancy Changes with David Hutniak 39:55

3M ago39:55

39:55

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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