Best Golfi Podcasts (2024)

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Should I buy a house first or sell first? 45:36

6d ago45:36

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Rob Golfi from REMAX, the Golfi Team, says with so many new listings popping up in many communities we are back in a buyer's market. Rob answers the age old question: should I buy a house first or sell first? And Rob shares some of the wildest things he has seen in homes that are for sale.By CHML / Curiouscast

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Some homes selling for massive losses 44:11

7d ago44:11

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Rob Golfi from REMAX, the Golfi Team, recaps the real estate stats for June and offers his take on Toronto's struggling condo market. Plus, learn why some Ontarians are considering leaving the province and we have some tips for house hunters.By CHML / Curiouscast

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Ep 7 - Affordability: Standing in the Storm | Jerry Hendriks with guest Devyn Portugaise 15:01

12d ago15:01

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Dive into Episode 7 of The Hendrick Experience podcast, where team member Devyn Portugaise joins the discussion. Explore the challenges and opportunities in the dynamic real estate market, from navigating bidding wars to strategic home buying advice. Join us for a captivating conversation filled with insights to help you make informed decisions in …

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Ep 8 Housing Crisis & Rising prices in Niagara | Guest Niels Rasmusen 18:14

11d ago18:14

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Join us for an insightful discussion on the changing demographics and real estate landscape in the Niagara Region on episode 8 of The Hendrick Experience Podcast. In this episode, veteran realtor Niels Rasmusen joins host Jerry to delve into the shifts they've witnessed over the years and the current state of affairs in Niagara. Born and raised in …

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Why is a new homeowner in Hamilton living in her car? 44:12

15d ago44:12

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Rob Golfi from REMAX, the Golfi Team, offers his take on a wild story in Hamilton where a woman has purchased a home but can't move in, because the tenants in the home won't move out. Rob says new listings are soaring in places like Niagara Region and offers his reaction to new statistics about the 'bank of mom and dad'.…

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Most Canadians don't sell their homes for financial reasons 43:03

25d ago43:03

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Rob Golfi from REMAX, the Golfi Team, explains how a home evaluation works and what should you really look for when buying a house. Also, most Canadians are not selling their homes for financial reasons. What happened to all the real estate investors and does Taylor Swift impact the housing market?By CHML / Curiouscast

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Lowball offers are making a comeback 44:33

1M ago44:33

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Rob Golfi from REMAX, the Golfi Team, reflects on the re-emerging trend of lowball offers. We also discuss the capital gains tax and more big condo projects going into receivership. Plus, divorcing parents are forced to make tough choices as home prices rise and the number of tenants in Canada has hit new heights.…

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How does Bank of Canada's rate cut impact the market? 44:05

1M ago44:05

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Rob Golfi from REMAX, the Golfi Team, is joined this week by Brian Hogben from Mission35 Mortgages. How does the Bank of Canada's rate cut impact the housing market? Learn about a realtor who is having trouble selling a home in Niagara Falls and why an immigrant is questioning if it's worth staying in Canada.…

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Real Estate in Italy, Low Rental Income and Bank of Canada’s recent reduction, Featuring Brian Hogben 41:17

1M ago41:17

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode, Rob Golfi and Brian Hogben discussed: Rob shares a story about his assistant in Italy who found a property for sale at 150 euros, illustrating the challenge of assessing property value in unfamiliar markets. High mortgages and low rental…

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Ep 6: Navigating the Mortgage Scene with Guest Tyler Hibbs 15:17

2M ago15:17

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In episode six of The Hendriks Experience podcast, host and mortgage broker Tyler Hibbs from the Hendriks Business Center discusses the current mortgage landscape, focusing particularly on new mortgages and renewals. Tyler offers insights on the challenges of managing cash flow changes due to interest rate fluctuations and explores strategies for e…

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'Cooling off period' proposed in Ontario 43:53

2M ago43:53

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In this edition, Rob Golfi of REMAX, The Golfi Team, gives his take of a proposed 'cooling off period' in Ontario. As more and more realtors leave the industry, is that good or bad for homebuyers? More problems with Tarion. Should real estate commissions be made public? And the house from the movie Home Alone is for sale.…

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Agents Leaving the Industry, Commission Transparency Debate, Terreon’s Consumer Protection 41:04

2M ago41:04

41:04

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode, Rob Golfi discussed: Agent Exodus: Many agents are leaving the industry, which could benefit home buyers by retaining experienced agents. Commission Transparency Debate: Commissions are generally understood by the public, but there's deb…

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Ep 5 - You Gotta WORK Here! | Jerry Hendriks with guest Daniel Bones 11:46

2M ago11:46

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In Episode 5 of the Hendriks Experience podcast, host Jerry engages with guest Daniel Bones, one of the Hendriks Team's rock star realtors, in a role reversal where Daniel poses questions to Jerry. The episode touches on Jerry's 35-year career, which is everything from leading a very successful real estate team to now also overseeing a real estate …

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How is the spring market performing? 44:02

2M ago44:02

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It's the Golfi Real Estate Show, Hamilton Edition, with Rob Golfi from REMAX, the Golfi Team. Learn how the spring market is performing and whether or not now is a good time to buy or sell. Rob discusses the all-new Golfi Real Estate magazine and how the latest inflation statistics could spell good news for the housing sector. Plus, would you buy a…

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Escalation Clause Warning, Demand for Lower Interest Rates, NEW Golfi Magazine 41:14

2M ago41:14

41:14

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode, Rob Golfi discussed: Free home estimates and evaluations through the Golfi Real Estate Magazine, highlighting the popularity and accuracy of the instant home estimates. The need for interest rate reductions to stimulate housing starts an…

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Ep 4 - Avoid Family Chaos: Get A Will Now! | Jerry Hendriks with guest Andre Lozano 14:46

2M ago14:46

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In Episode 4 of the Hendriks Experience podcast, we welcome back guest Andre Lozano to discuss the often avoided, yet critical topic of wills and estate planning. The conversation highlights the complexities and significant financial consequences of dying without a will, emphasizing the importance of having one to avoid costly and stressful legal p…

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Are developers thinking 'too big' in Hamilton? 44:47

2M ago44:47

44:47

Rob Golfi from RE/MAX, the Golfi Team, speaks to selling a home when a couple is getting divorced. The latest report from CREA suggests buyers have bargaining power again. And are developers thinking too big when it comes to projects in Hamilton?By CHML / Curiouscast

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Body Language, Lawsuits, and a new Golfi Magazine! 41:56

2M ago41:56

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Body language and personal dynamics, such as divorce, play significant roles in real estate transactions, affecting how agents interact and approach the situation. Rob shares a story about a lawsuit he faced in the U.…

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Ep 3 - Smart Investing: Tank the Bank | Jerry Hendriks with guest Kevin Ridgway 18:50

2M ago18:50

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In Episode 3 of the Hendriks Experience podcast, Kevin Ridgeway, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), shares insights on investing for young individuals and couples. With seven years of experience in traditional financial institutions, Kevin discusses the importance of setting realistic expectations and tailoring investment plans to individual goal…

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Going the extra mile for a client 44:13

2M ago44:13

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Phil Golfi from RE/MAX, the Golfi Team, discusses how going the extra mile for a client helped land their dream home. Phil also analyzes the current market conditions in Hamilton, Burlington and Niagara, and what he thinks will happen to the housing market when interest rates begin to fall. Also, how much does neighbourhood crime impact a home's va…

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Win in Any Market, Canadian Open and Drakes Mansion Affecting Real Estate 42:28

2M ago42:28

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Phil Golfi discussed: Fitness and Golf Experiences: a transformative fitness experience at North Shore Athletic Club in Burlington. Professional Networking and Market Insights: a networking event for real estate agents called "Win in Any …

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Ep 2 - Make Your Best Move: Lawyer Up! | Jerry Hendriks with guest Andre Lozano 21:10

2M ago21:10

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In the latest episode of The Hendriks Experience Podcast, real estate lawyer Andre Lozano joins Jerry Hendriks for an insightful discussion on real estate law. With a focus on client satisfaction, Andre emphasizes the importance of clear communication and a welcoming atmosphere for first-time homebuyers. From navigating mortgage conditions to ensur…

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Some Hamilton homeowners swallow big losses 43:56

3M ago43:56

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Rob Golfi with RE/MAX, the Golfi Team, gives his take on some Hamilton homeowners who have sold for a substantial loss. Learn about the April real estate stats in Hamilton, Burlington and Niagara. Plus, has the bank of Mom & Dad dried up?By CHML / Curiouscast

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Vacant unit tax going ahead in Hamilton 45:11

3M ago45:11

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Phil Golfi from RE/MAX, the Golfi Team, gives his take on Hamilton's new bylaw that taxes vacant homes. Also, cottage owners don't like changes to the capital gains tax and B.C. is tweaking its short-term rental rules.By CHML / Curiouscast

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Vacant Unit Tax in Hamilton and the Impacts, Real Estate Sales and Strategy 43:24

3M ago43:24

43:24

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Phil Golfi discussed: Hamilton is implementing a vacant unit tax bylaw in 2025, which will charge non-exempt vacant residential properties 1% of the assessed value. Concerns are discussed regarding the potential impacts of the vacant unit…

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February 10, 2024: Buyers Confidence, Overestimated Value and Listing Strategies 42:12

3M ago42:12

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Homeowners may overestimate the value of their homes due to emotional attachment Strategies for optimizing the timing of listing properties to attract potential buyers, particularly from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)…

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Ep 1 - Interest Rates: Threat or Opportunity? | Jerry Hendriks with guest Tyler Hibbs 24:26

3M ago24:26

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Welcome to the premiere of The Hendriks Experience Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re excited to have mortgage expert Tyler Hibbs on board. Dive into the pivotal topic of fluctuating interest rates and their profound effects on the housing market. Tyler provides a detailed analysis on how these changes influence buyer behavior, affordability, and i…

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Federal budget falls short on housing plan 43:36

3M ago43:36

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Rob Golfi from REMAX, The Golfi Team, gives his take on housing plans within the federal budget. Learn where Hamilton, Burlington and Niagara land on a list of the best (and worst) places to buy a home. And is building condos on top of schools the next big thing?By CHML / Curiouscast

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February 3, 2024: Phil Golfi, Leons Against the Housing Crisis 42:09

3M ago42:09

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Leon's Furniture's plan to build 4000 homes around its Toronto headquarters The need for creative solutions to address the housing crisis Subscribe for updates and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, …

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March 23, 2024: Fourplex Zoning Lawss, Million Dollar Listings, Changing Dynamics in Housing Market 42:20

3M ago42:20

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Ontario Liberals' proposal to amend zoning bylaws to allow for up to four-story fourplexes in residential areas. The conversation shifts to housing affordability, with a focus on the prevalence of million-dollar listi…

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April 6, 2024: Landlord-Tenant Issues, Challenges in Selling Property, Real Estate Market Trends 42:16

3M ago42:16

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Discussion on whether the price trends in Burlington and Toronto might influence the Hamilton market. Advice to the landlord to hire a paralegal to avoid paperwork errors and facilitate a smoother legal resolution. Di…

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April 13, 2024: Challenges with Tenants, Building New vs. Buying Resale, Real Estate Investment Perspectives 42:07

3M ago42:07

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Suggestion made to resolve tenant issues by settling financially to expedite the sale of the property. Emphasis is placed on the hidden and escalating costs associated with new builds, such as standard fittings that o…

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February 17, 2024: CMHC Official Meeting, Mortgages, and Long Term Investment Strategies 42:27

3M ago42:27

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi and Brian Hogben discussed: Insights from a meeting with officials from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) The significance of long-term investment strategies in real estate Subscribe for updates and follow us on…

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March 16, 2024: Phil Golfi, BOC Interest Rates, Open House Vibes, Properties Moving Quickly 41:49

3M ago41:49

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Phil Golfi discussed: The increase in showing appointments and open house traffic as indicators of a busy real estate market. Lower-priced properties are moving quickly, luxury properties are slower to sell. Bank of Canada's decision to k…

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February 24, 2024: Interest Rates, Inventory Shortage, Rat Infested House in Hamilton 42:16

3M ago42:16

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Interest rates forcing home owners to look for second jobs The need for creative solutions to address the housing crisis Home owners sues previous owners for not mentioning a rat infestation Subscribe for updates and …

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March 2, 2024: Friends Buying Homes, Parking Issues in Stoney Creek 42:03

3M ago42:03

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Different relationships investing together Housing Vs. Parking Debate in Stoney Creek Subscribe for updates and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and TikTok. Tune in to the Golfi Real Estate Show fo…

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March 9, 2024: Bank of Canada Annoucement, Home Staging Feelings 42:21

3M ago42:21

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Phil Golfi discussed: Bank of Canada rate announcement Creating a familiar feel within your home can boost your sale Subscribe for updates and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and TikTok. Tune in to the Golfi Real Esta…

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January 27, 2024: When Will Rates Come Down, New Foreign Homebuyer Tax 42:11

3M ago42:11

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: When Will Rates Come Down: Are the interest rates coming down New Foreign Homebuyer Tax: What the potential impacts will be if the Foreign Homebuyer Tax will be if its implemented as planned in 2025 Subscribe for updates and…

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January 13, 2024: $40,000 Dollar Parking Spot, Market Predictions and Property Pricing Strategy 41:44

3M ago41:44

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: 🔍 Market Predictions: Market predicitios 🏡 Property Pricing Strategy: What the potential impacts will be if the house isn't given the proper exposure 🏢 Developer Incentives and Parking Issues: What this might mean for other …

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January 20, 2024: Met Ryan Serhant, Square Foot Lawsuit, Consequences of Misinformation in Real Estate 41:32

3M ago41:32

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Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: Meeting Ryan Serhant: Real Estate tycoons rub elbows in New York City Square Foot Lawuits: What the potential impacts will be if the house isn't advertised or sold with the correct information Consequences of Misinformation:…

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Bank of Canada's impact on housing market 43:52

3M ago43:52

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Rob Golfi from RE/MAX, the Golfi Team, offers his thoughts on buying a resale home as opposed to building a new house. Learn how the latest Bank of Canada decision will impact the housing market and CMHC is sharing a prediction that Rob made more than a year ago.By CHML / Curiouscast

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Premier Ford won't allow fourplexes provincewide 44:01

3M ago44:01

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In this edition of the Golfi Real Estate Show, Hamilton Edition, Rob Golfi from RE/MAX The Golfi Team is joined by Brian Hogben from Mission35 Mortgages. Learn how the market in Hamilton, Burlington, Niagara and Toronto are faring this spring, and Rob shares a story about a landlord who was duped by a tenant. Plus, Doug Ford doesn't given the green…

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How long are Hamilton homes usually up for sale? 44:05

4M ago44:05

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In this episode of the Golfi Real Estate Show, Hamilton Edition: Rob Golfi from RE/MAX, The Golfi Team, discusses the changes he is seeing when it comes to days on market. We have a list of the Canadian cities that have the most, and fewest, number of million dollar listings. Plus, learn how you can protect yourself against title fraud, how AI is h…

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It takes the average person in Hamilton 12 years to save up to buy a home 43:34

4M ago43:34

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Rob Golfi from RE/MAX, the Golfi Team, shares his thoughts about the where the local market is heading. Rob also tells us about the great lengths he took to have a safe removed from a property. And you will not believe how long it takes the average person to save up enough money for a down payment on a home in Hamilton, the GTA and Vancouver.…

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Where did Hamilton's $500,000 homes go? 45:06

4M ago45:06

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Phil Golfi from RE/MAX, the Golfi Team, looks at the current market and how the Bank of Canada's recent rate announcement will impact things going forward. Learn about a new online database for bad landlords and tenants, as well as the challenges that first-time homebuyers face. Plus, how many homeowners are 'in arrears' on their mortgage? The answ…

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Housing vs. parking debate catches fire 43:48

5M ago43:48

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On this edition of the Golfi Real Estate Show, Hamilton Edition... Rob Golfi from RE/MAX, the Golfi Team, offers his take on the housing vs. parking debate in Stoney Creek and discusses why the spring market is heating up. Also, more people are considering co-ownership and find out why a lot of home buyers have lost their deposits. And how much val…

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Toronto listing promotes bunk bed for rent 44:01

5M ago44:01

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Rob Golfi from RE/MAX, the Golfi Team, provides a glimpse of the current market conditions and how the spring market is shaping up to be an active one. Have you heard about the person who is renting a bunk bed in Toronto? Also, Quebec has scrapped lease transfers, and find out why tens of thousands of Ontario realtors have left the industry.…

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Is it cheaper to buy or rent right now? 44:12

5M ago44:12

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Rob Golfi from RE/MAX, the Golfi Team, is joined by Brian Hogben from Mission35 Mortgages on the latest Golfi Real Estate Show, Hamilton Edition. They provide their thoughts on the current housing market and whether or not prices will rise in the coming months. Is it cheaper to rent or buy a house with a monthly mortgage in Canada? Learn about Gen …

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Housing shortage leaving some out in the cold 44:57

5M ago44:57

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This week on the Golfi Real Estate Show, Hamilton Edition, with Rob Golfi from RE/MAX The Golfi Team shares some interesting housing statistics from Hamilton, Burlington and Niagara. Also, learn how people are being impacted by Ontario's housing shortage, how much home prices have changed over the last 10 years, and why some Hamilton-area landlords…

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How did a home for sale in Mississauga generate 85 offers? 43:54

6M ago43:54

43:54

Phil Golfi from RE/MAX, the Golfi Team, weighs in on Leon's homebuilding plans. How did a home for sale in Mississauga generate 85 offers? And a listener asks an interesting question.By CHML / Curiouscast

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