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Ready to Real Estate

Are you Ready to Real Estate? From new insights on the GTA housing market and beyond to timely industry issues, we’ll delve into trending topics and kick start compelling conversations with changemakers, trailblazers and thought leaders in this podcast brought to you by TRREB.
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Episodes

Leading Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Five real estate professionals talk about discrimination against renters, witnessing unfair treatment in the market, and why speaking up matters. TRREB President Lisa Patel leads a conversation on how we can create positive change across our industry.

Jul 02, 202147 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Plan and Protect: Safety Strategies for Realtors and Clients

Intuition is more than a feeling – it plays a big role in sensing danger. TRREB President Lisa Patel and Women in Real Task Force Members Ricky Rathore, Rayissa Palmer and Jasmine Lee share steps they take to stay safe as real estate professionals. Whether it’s online or physical safety, hear real stories on how being mindful of your surroundings and treating every situation with caution is key to protecting yourself and your clients.

Jun 25, 202136 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Wealth Transfer Fueling the Next Generation of Homeowners

Gifting to the next generation has become a primary driver in the real estate market. RBC’s Vice President, Investment and Wealth Advisor, Dian Chaaban and Mortgage Professionals Canada Director of Government Relations, J.P. Boutros, talk about the impact of generational wealth transfer on the market. Learn how early inheritance is changing how first-time buyers are cascading into the homeownership world. Note: the views of the guests on this episode do not reflect their employers or TRREB....

Jun 10, 202144 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Audience, Marketing and Hustle

Build momentum with your marketing. Don’t know where to start? Or if your marketing strategy is working? Hear from Marketing Strategist David Greenspan on what it means to “farm a neighbourhood” and how it goes beyond emails, newsletters, and social media posts. Plus, learn how to send out the right messages to the right audiences, and why consistency is key to kick-starting your marketing targets and goals.

May 13, 202151 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Negotiating with Ease and Detecting Deception with Confidence

Discover real-world techniques on how to interpret body language effectively so you can immediately bolster your professional brand. Pamela Barnum, former undercover police officer and body language expert, joins TRREB President Lisa Patel to talk about the three Ds that will help you build trust, negotiate better deals and close more sales.

Apr 29, 202129 minSeason 2Ep. 9

The Spirit of Giving Back

A motorcycle ride turned into an extraordinary fundraising journey for one family - raising over $700,000 combined for SickKids Hospital and the Children’s Miracle Network. Wasaga Beach REALTOR® Bruce Johnson joins TRREB President and host, Lisa Patel to share his inspiring story that began with the tragic loss of his daughter Alyssa and became the motivation to make a difference in hundreds of children’s lives. And, discover why he thinks real estate professionals give back on a level that no o...

Apr 22, 202137 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Experimenting with Missing Middle Housing in Toronto

The Beaches-East York neighbourhood is built-up with semi and detached homes, but there’s an opportunity to expand the types of housing in these areas. TRREB’s Chief Market Analyst and podcast host Jason Mercer interviews Toronto City Councillor Brad Bradford about how he’s breaking through zoning policies to turn the missing middle into a reality with a transformative pilot project.

Apr 05, 202126 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Past Reflections and Choosing to Challenge the Future

The passion to lead and the will to challenge is what drives these five incredible women. We’re tapping into the inspiring stories of past female TRREB Presidents. Hear how these trailblazers steered the board, dealt with tough issues and helped open doors for other women to follow. TRREB President Lisa Patel leads a powerful discussion on ways we can cultivate meaningful change in the real estate industry that allows more women to bring their perspectives to boards, not only today but for futur...

Mar 08, 202147 minSeason 2Ep. 6

The State of the Mortgage Industry

Growing mortgage deferrals took headlines by storm. TRREB’s Chief Market Analyst and podcast host, Jason Mercer sits down with Mortgage Professional Canada President & CEO Paul Taylor to unpack the tale of the mortgage deferral cliff, the restored confidence by homeowners carrying a mortgage, and where mortgage rates may be headed.

Mar 05, 202127 minSeason 2Ep. 5

An Answer to Toronto's Housing Shortages

The demand for housing in the city is growing faster than the number of houses up for sale. But, there’s an opportunity to diversify the housing types available to increase housing supply. In a fast and focused conversation challenging policymakers to effect real change, Michele Trocme and Joe Berridge from Urban Strategies join TRREB’s Chief Market Analyst and podcast host, Jason Mercer to share how the missing middle can transform urban areas across the GTA.

Mar 04, 202127 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Buying, Selling and Renting Trends in 2021

The dream of homeownership is stronger than ever with a majority of new homeowners admitting they purchased their home sooner than expected. TRREB’s Chief Market Analyst and podcast host, Jason Mercer and Ipsos Vice President Sean Simpson talk about the strength of the market and the latest consumer sentiments of buying, selling and renting this year.

Mar 02, 202128 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Black History Month Perspectives

What a way to close out Black History Month and to keep the conversation going for the remainder of 2021. This is one conversation you want to listen to. TRREB President Lisa Patel sat down with five black Realtor Members of TRREB’s Diversity & Inclusion Task Force: Charlene Williams, Ingrid Rojas, Mark Steele, Colin Campbell & Soroya Dempsey; TRREB Member Sheena Thompson, founder of the Black Realtors Association Facebook Group; and Von Palmer, TRREB’s Chief Govt Affairs & Comms Off...

Feb 25, 20211 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Market Reactions to COVID-19

The GTA real estate market experienced a record rebound after a steep drop in activity due to the pandemic. Listen in as TRREB’s Chief Market Analyst and podcast host, Jason Mercer talks with TRREB President Lisa Patel about the unprecedented year in the housing market, why the demand for condos is up, and how guiding clients virtually is now the new reality in the industry.

Feb 24, 202122 minSeason 2Ep. 1

REALTOR® QUEST Sessions Part 2 - Rob Hahn, Stefan Swanepoel

NEW PODCAST EPISODE NOW available on #ReadytoRealEstate! Jason Mercer sat down with the Notorious R.O.B - Rob Hahn to discuss the future of real estate and with the notable Stefan Swanepoel on innovation in real estate at Canada’s largest real estate conference and tradeshow #REALTORQUEST. Listen to the full podcast on Soundcloud or iTunes!

Oct 09, 201946 minSeason 1Ep. 2

REALTOR® QUEST Sessions Part 1 - Joe Berridge, Marc Saltzman & Carl Carter Jr.

This is part one of the REALTOR® QUEST podcast sessions. These sessions were recorded live at the conference and feature guests Joe Berridge on city building and urban planning, Marc Saltzman on technology in real estate and Carl Carter Jr. on Realtor® safety. DISCLAIMER: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in these podcasts belong solely to the participants, and not that of the Toronto Real Estate Board.

Jul 24, 20191 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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