Best Vancouver Real Estate News Podcasts (2024)

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VREP #433 | Are House Prices Dropping in Vancouver Fall 2024? With Andrew Lis 1:30:44

4d ago1:30:44

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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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VREP #432 | Vancouver Real Estate in the Broader North American Context with Chad Boorman 55:29

11d ago55:29

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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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VREP #431 | Rate Cuts, Regulation & Timing Potential Rebounds with Andrey Pavlov 59:07

18d ago59:07

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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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Vancouver Overcast (Episode 21): Michael Mortensen, Urban Planning Consultant 56:20

22d ago56:20

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On Episode 21 we hear from Urban Planner and Development Consultant and founder of Liveable City Planning Ltd Michael Mortensen. Michael is a seasoned urban planner and development strategist, has left an indelible mark on Vancouver’s skyline. He began his own company Livable City Planning Ltd., where he navigates the complexities of both private a…

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

29d 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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VREP #429 | Financing & Investing in the USA as a Canadian 55:33

1M ago55:33

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

1M ago38:40

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

2M ago52:00

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

2M 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

2M ago38:04

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

2M ago55:08

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

2M ago1:01:16

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

3M ago28:53

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

2M ago1:18:52

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

3M 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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Deals and Dreams: Our First Real Estate Journeys 29:15

3M ago29:15

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

3M ago49:05

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

3M ago1:03:02

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

3M ago58:04

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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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The latest IT trends for Canadian businesses 27:48

3M ago27:48

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NOVIPRO Group recently released the 8th edition of its IT Trends Report, which surveyed Canadian businesses about their IT needs, concerns and plans. Guest Steve Small, director of sales with Blair Technology Solutions Inc., joins BIV editor-in-chief Hayley Woodin Hastings for a discussion about the state of Canadian business IT infrastructure, cyb…

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

4M ago1:06:40

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

4M ago39:55

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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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VREP #416 | Market Outlook & Intelligence for 2024 with Moody's Brendan LaCerda 49:05

4M ago49:05

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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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VREP #415 | The Best City in Canada to Invest in 2024? With Calvin Hexter 1:04:16

4M ago1:04:16

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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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VREP #414 | Change Creates Opportunity & Real Estate is About to Change with Ross McCredie 1:07:33

5M ago1:07:33

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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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VREP #413 | How to Get Your Property Sold for Top Dollar in 2024 48:07

5M ago48:07

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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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Vancouver Overcast (Episode 20): Sarah Kirby-Yung, City Councillor 44:46

5M ago44:46

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In Episode 20 we're joined by Councillor Sarah Kirby-Yung. Now in her 2nd term, there are few portfolios Sarah hasn't taken on during her time on Vancouver City Council. Councillor Kirby-Yung is known as a fierce advocate for a livable, vibrant, and culturally rich Vancouver. In this conversation we gain insights into her work on behalf of the city…

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Trailer 0:53

5M ago0:53

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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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VREP #412 | The State of the Vancouver Real Estate Market & the Rise of the Townhouse with Richard Wittstock 1:03:24

5M ago1:03:24

1:03:24

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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VREP #411 | A How-to Guide for Navigating the 2024 Mortgage Market with Alex Mcfadyen 1:03:25

5M ago1:03:25

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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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Key insights from new research on the fire safety of mass timber 19:13

5M ago19:13

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A recent, significant fire test series has produced key insights on the fire safety and resilience of mass timber buildings. On this episode, WoodWorks BC's executive director Shawn Keyes, a licensed structural engineer who has pioneered timber projects across Canada, discusses the Mass Timber Demonstration Fire Test Program, and why it matters. Th…

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VREP #410 | Where Smart Money is Investing In Canadian Real Estate in 2024 with Kathy Black 1:05:32

5M ago1:05:32

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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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VREP #409 | Is the Chilliwack Real Estate Market Back? With Jayden Lee 1:12:22

6M ago1:12:22

1:12:22

The last few years have been a wild ride for the Chilliwack Real Estate Market. Real Estate Prices exploded during Covid-19 but saw a steeper decline than anywhere else in Metro Vancouver since. But, where are prices today? And is this Spring the time for smart money to invest in Chilliwack real estate? Local Chilliwack Realtor, Jayden Lee, sits do…

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VREP# 408 | Vancouver Multiplex Zoning & B.C.'s Push for Density with Tara Gronlund 55:24

6M ago55:24

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We are in a new era of density. Not only does this mean the death of the single family home in Vancouver & across many BC municipalities but it also means opportunities for homeowners, builders & savvy real estate investors. But the devil is in the details. Architect Tara Gronlund sits down with Adam & Matt this week to unpack R1-1 zoning changes i…

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VREP #407 | The Next Land Rush? Historic Zoning Changes Coming to B.C. with Prof. Tom Davidoff 54:35

6M ago54:35

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Did the province just incite the next land rush? Municipalities have until June 30th to revamp single family zoned real estate across the province. Density is coming. But what does that mean for land values? And did we just witness the death of the single family home? Associate Professor Tom Davidoff sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss landmark c…

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Anchor company 'mindset' critical to growing Canada's life sciences sector 22:41

6M ago22:41

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According to a new white paper from the newly launched adMare Institute, Canada's life sciences sector has no anchor companies. adMare BioInnovations president and CEO Gordon McCauley discusses what that means and why it matters with BIV editor-in-chief Hayley Woodin Hastings. This podcast episode is sponsored by adMare BioInnovations. See omnystud…

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VREP #406 | Vancouver Presale Market Outlook 2024 with MLA Canada’s Cameron McNeill & Ryan Lalonde 1:39:09

6M ago1:39:09

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The MLA Intel Report is hot off the press and is packed full of key takeaways about the presale market in Vancouver in 2023 and projections for 2024. Executive Directors, Cameron McNeill & Ryan Lalonde, from MLA Canada sit down with Matt & Adam in Kokomo Studios to discuss the year it was and offer data and key insights for the year to come. How’s …

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VREP #405 | Should I Invest in Vancouver Real Estate Now? 53:06

7M ago53:06

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Should YOU invest in Vancouver real estate right now? This week, Matt and Adam unpack the Vancouver investment thesis and explain the market conditions that make Vancouver an exceptional city for real estate investors. What's driving demand? What makes increasing supply so challenging? And what do past market cycles tell us about the future? Bonus:…

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VREP #404 | Vancouver Real Estate Predictions 2024 with Brendon Ogmundson 1:15:11

7M ago1:15:11

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We are just weeks out from the slowest year in British Columbia real estate in more than a decade. So long, 2023! Now all eyes turn to the year at hand: what exactly will happen in 2024? You want answers? We got answers! BCREA Chief Economist Bredon Ogmundson sits down with Adam & Matt to not only detail his Vancouver real estate predictions for 20…

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VREP #403 | Achieving Your Real Estate Goals in 2024 58:12

7M ago58:12

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Will you achieve your real estate goals in 2024? Bad news: the vast majority of you won't and it will have less to do with your goals and more to do with your daily real estate routines. This week, Matt & Adam discuss the top 5 daily habits that take real estate investors from good to great. This episode covers how to fully understand a market, how…

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VREP #402 | Alex McFadyen on Mindset Mastery, Turning Failure into Success & Crushing Your Real Estate Goals in 2024 1:13:57

7M ago1:13:57

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It’s 2024 and let’s face it - there are concerns about the state of the market, the economy, and, well, the world. But in times of uncertainty, you can move to the sidelines and cautiously wait it out, or you can take control and find the opportunities that exist in every market. This week, top mortgage broker, prolific content creator, and real es…

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November 2023 Market Update 36:32

8M ago36:32

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Welcome to a jam-packed episode of "The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate," where we're diving deep into the November 2023 Market in Vancouver. The seasonal slow down in sales paired with an increased supply has led the market in a different direction than we have seen these past few years. Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell? Have pric…

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VREP #401 | Mortgage Pain & the Canadian Lending Landscape with Andy Hill 56:57

8M ago56:57

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Canada's mortgage market this past year faced high interest rates, a stress test that crippled buyer affordability, and new mortgage rules that further impacted financing options and credit lines for Canadians. It was not a great year for finding money and a stressful one for mortgage brokers and banks. This week, Andy Hill from RateFilter.ca sits …

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VREP #400 | Canadian Real Estate is Being Disrupted - And You Won't Believe What's Next! With Jeff King & Trevor Koot 1:36:42

8M ago1:36:42

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Real estate is being disrupted... and it's happening faster than you think! This week for our 400th episode, Jeff King, CEO of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, and Trevor Koot, CEO of the British Columbia Real Estate Association, join Matt & Adam in studio to discuss the future of real estate in BC with new technology/digital platforms, …

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November 2023 News Roundup 48:18

9M ago48:18

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Welcome back to Episode 42 of The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate! We've got a jam-packed episode focusing on the latest trends and issues affecting our real estate market. Here's what we're diving into: 🏠 Homeownership Dreams: The financial stress thrust upon homeowners is very real, and this is what the government is doing to help Canadians through…

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VREP #399 | Vancouver Artificial Intelligence & Real Estate with Andrew Armstrong 59:25

9M ago59:25

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Artificial Intelligence is quickly transforming all industries & Vancouver real estate is no exception. But we are still early days. Co-Founder of the Real View, Andrew Armstrong, joins Adam & Matt this week to discuss AI & a Vancouver real estate landscape brimming with opportunity. What is AI & how is it evolving? How will AI transform the buying…

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VREP #398 | The Evolution of the Vancouver Real Estate Market with Townline's CEO Rick Ilich 1:01:34

9M ago1:01:34

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When Rick Ilich started Townline in 1980, interest rates in Canada were cresting at almost 15%, inflation was on the rise, and by the end of the following year, rates peaked at over 20%. The 1980s real estate market in Vancouver was marked by volatility and an eventual market crash (and if you are a boomer or have a boomer parent, you already know …

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The economic costs of CleanBC – with BCBC chief economist Ken Peacock 1:00:38

9M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

Business Council of British Columbia senior vice-president and chief economist Ken Peacock walks BIV editor-in-chief Hayley Woodin Hastings through BCBC analysis of CleanBC – the province's plan to lower greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Business In Vancouver

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VREP #397 | Vancouver Real Estate Trends for 2024 with Wesgroup's President Beau Jarvis 1:11:47

9M ago1:11:47

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Wesgroup's President, Beau Jarvis, is BACK and trust us: this one’s a real estate master class! Wesgroup is one of Western Canada’s largest, and most respected, private real estate companies, with 49 active construction projects, 1,749 residential units under construction, 800+ sub-trades on job sites daily, and almost 7000 residential strata units…

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Historical Month In Real Estate. October 2023 Market Update 43:35

9M ago43:35

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Welcome to a jam-packed episode of "The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate," where we're diving deep into the October 2023 Market in Vancouver. Finally breaking through historical 10-year averages this month saw some significant swings in several categories. Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell? Have prices finally fallen to an "affordabl…

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