Every major urban centre has its fringe but how should that inform your real estate goals? Who better to explain than a leading development company who un-fringes the fringe! Anyway, enough about fringe. This week, Chard Development's President & CEO, Byron Chard, sits down with Matt & Adam to talk up-and-coming areas in Vancouver and Victoria and - better yet - how to spot them and take advantage! Take almost 30 years of developing, a dash of unparalleled expertise in the Vancouver and ...
Apr 22, 2021•55 min•Ep. 270
Is post-pandemic Canada set to for sky high inflation? And what does that mean for the economy, interest rates & the real estate market in our immediate future? Carlton Professor and BNN regular Ian Lee joins Adam and Matt to discuss the alarming number of forces that could upend the value of a dollar in Canada, set prices for all things higher, and lead to interest rates heading skyward. So what does all this mean for your real estate goals and portfolio if money is literally worth less and...
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 269
As the Kelowna housing market continues to sizzle, we continue our two part series on the future of the region with today's guest: Kelowna's Long Range Policy Planning Manager, James Moore. With unchartered demand for housing combined with rising house prices and a plummeting vacancy rate, how will Kelowna handle the pain points familiar to cities like Vancouver or Victoria (think: affordability, density and a quickly changing identity)? Which municipal hubs are set for redevelopment? What will ...
Apr 08, 2021•47 min•Ep. 268
The Kelowna Real Estate Market is hotter than Matt in his Victorian bathing costume on Gyro Beach, so how can you get involved and where is the city and the market heading? Mission Group's CEO Jonathan Friesen joins Matt & Adam this week to discuss why Kelowna is one of the most exciting real estate markets in the country. Where are the best areas to invest? How will the city transform in the near future? And why are we so excited about Aqua Waterfront Village? Here's a hint: Luxury design, ...
Apr 01, 2021•47 min•Ep. 267
Revisiting Michael Ferreira’s State of the Union UDI address has become an annual event on our podcast. And, in the first half of 2021, what better time to reflect not only on the year it was in 2020 but also where the Vancouver real estate market is heading in 2021? This week, Principals Michael Ferreira & Jon Bennest from Urban Analytics join Adam & Matt for a far-reaching discussion on the current market trends, how the market has shifted, the hot presale market, and their outlook for...
Mar 25, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 266
BC is ahead of its vaccination schedule and set for a summer of love but what does that mean for the larger BC economy and the red-hot real estate market? Does a return to “normal” mean a more “normal” latter half of 2021 for the real estate market or do we continue to burn ultra bright? Central 1 Credit Union’s Chief Economist Bryan Yu joins Adam and Matt to talk about real estate and the larger road to recovery in British Columbia. What does the future hold for BC and will we build back better...
Mar 18, 2021•49 min•Ep. 265
Bold & thoughtful real estate predictions? Today's episode is full of 'em! Cameron McNeill (Executive Director) and Ryan Lalonde (President) of MLA Canada join Matt & Adam (Brothers) to talk about the state of Vancouver's real estate & pre-construction market on the cusp of the Spring. What will happen to Vancouver real estate prices when the borders reopen? Will our market see double-digit growth in the next 1-3 years? And which markets in the Lower Mainland will outperform? These q...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 264
At a time when many potential Vancouver real estate buyers were trigger-shy, Todd Talbot was pulling the trigger on multiple purchases... and, his confidence has paid off. Todd sits down with Matt and Adam to discuss his investing trajectory over the past few years, including some big wins, some mistakes along the way, and some pro-tips for anyone interested in Vancouver real estate. On today’s episode, we get Todd’s take on the state of the market, his foray into development & where he sees...
Mar 04, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 263
So you think your real estate portfolio is big? QuadReal, a Global Real Estate Investment Group headquartered in Vancouver currently has 10,000 residential suites across Canada and a portfolio of over $171 Billion. Yes, Billion! Shawn Gilligan heads up Research and Strategy for QuadReal's Canadian Division and joins Matt & Adam today to discuss recession-proof real estate, where the metrics favour, and why he's bullish on Vancouver real estate in general. Which Canadian markets will outperfo...
Feb 25, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 262
With bidding wars, record low interest rates, frustrated buyers & ecstatic sellers, where does the Vancouver Real Estate Market go from here? RBC Senior Economist, Robert Hogue, sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss the Canadian economy at large, super-charged demand for housing, and the biggest risks facing Vancouver buyers and sellers. Which Canadian markets will outperform? Can prices continue to rise at an astronomical pace? How will the opening of the border impact our economy and h...
Feb 18, 2021•40 min•Ep. 261
What does it take to build a legacy in real estate? Colin Bosa, CEO of Bosa Properties, has the answer. After five decades of shaping urban skylines, the Bosa family has earned a reputation for quality, integrity & community. But this is not only a story of real estate development in an ever-changing city and market, it’s a story about humble beginnings, hard work, family, and unwavering core values. This week, Colin joins Matt & Adam to talk about building a real estate company, daily r...
Feb 11, 2021•56 min•Ep. 260
Sometimes discussions on the future of Vancouver, our city’s real estate prices, and urban planning are too pie in the sky. Not today! Director of Livable City Planning, Michael Mortenson, sits down with Adam & Matt for a grounded conversation on all things Vancouver real estate, breaking down pro formas, discussing city housing policy, and highlighting the various factors that make Vancouver one of North America’s priciest cities. Should the city get into building housing? Does the developm...
Feb 04, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 259
This last year has been the year of all things “unprecedented”. Add one more to the list: an historically low interest rate environment that has helped turbo-charge the Vancouver real estate market. But is building wealth through real estate as simple as going on a shopping spree in 2021? One of Canada’s top, investment-focused Mortgage Brokers Kyle Green joins Adam & Matt to tackle this question, breaking down today’s lending environment and the varied strategies anyone can employ - from an...
Jan 28, 2021•58 min•Ep. 258
What will happen to B.C. Strata Insurance rates this year and are strata fees set to spike? For these burning questions, there is no one better to talk to than Tony Gioventu, Executive Director of the Condominium Home Owners Association of B.C. We cover the state of condos in the Lower Mainland, from insurance to deferred maintenance, with a focus on the risks to you, the homeowner and investor. Will the strata insurance market stabilize? What are some of the greatest risks coming to stratas? An...
Jan 21, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 257
Last week we covered Vancouver Real Estate Market Predictions for 2021 and now this week we are turning our attention to the Fraser Valley Real Estate Market and beyond. Scott Brown, President & CEO of Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing Ltd. sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss the surprising real estate boom of 2020 and what 2021 holds for the Fraser Valley. Will real estate prices in the Fraser Valley go up in 2021? Are current buying habits a longer-term trend or a temporary fad? Whi...
Jan 14, 2021•52 min•Ep. 256
We just wrapped up one of the most uncertain & unpredictable years in our lifetime...unless, of course, you were born before 1918! So, what comes next? Sheepish with your predictions? Not today's guest. Chief Economist of the British Columbia Real Estate Association, Brendon Ogmundson, sits down with Adam & Matt to talk about the future of real estate in Vancouver in 2021 and beyond. Will Vancouver real estate prices decline in 2021? What are the key indicators to understand the Vancouve...
Jan 07, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 255
Original episode posted: April 4, 2018 Everyone knows that markets are cyclical, but how do they work and where are we at in Vancouver? Harvard Extension School Instructor Teo Nicolais sits down with Matt & Adam to detail the 4 stages of a real estate cycle and how it relates to the Vancouver real estate market. This episode is a must for those interested in real estate!
Dec 31, 2020•53 min•Ep. 113
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Dec 24, 2020•1 min
Looking for a simple plan to retire from real estate? We’ve got you covered! In keeping with our ever-growing list of top-tier real estate investors, Colorado investors Jenny Bayless and Chris Lopez sit down with Adam & Matt to discuss a concrete plan for how real estate investing can get you out of your day job - for good. Take this job and retire it! What is a holistic approach to real estate investing? What are the most important criteria for a great investment? How do you analyze & e...
Dec 17, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 254
Problem: how do we make Vancouver an affordable and sustainable city by 2060? Solution: well, you'll have to listen to today's guest. Patrick Condon, Professor at UBC School of Architecture + Landscape Architecture, author, and former city planner, joins Adam & Matt to offer some thought-provoking solutions to the challenges facing our city. And, no, this is not another supply episode about building our way out of this problem; in fact, it's quite the opposite. What will Vancouver look like ...
Dec 10, 2020•56 min•Ep. 253
People are working from home, restaurants have moved to delivery, clothing stores are selling online, but England has just approved a vaccine; so what does this mean for commercial real estate in Vancouver and B.C.? This week, Managing Broker of William Wright Commercial & VREP Commercial Correspondent, Cory Wright, joins Adam & Matt to discuss the strengths and weaknesses in the commercial real estate market and highlight some HUGE opportunities. How’s the retail market? Can you get a d...
Dec 03, 2020•57 min•Ep. 252
Want to build wealth through real estate investing? Look no further than today's episode with legendary real estate mogul, David Greene. As Co-Host of the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast, Best-Selling Author, and Top-Producing Real Estate and Loan Broker, David breaks down his strategies, systems, mindset, and no-nonsense approach for achieving true wealth through real estate investing. What makes a good market? How do you create replicable action plans? And what's getting in your way? This is...
Nov 26, 2020•54 min•Ep. 251
Austin Yeh is 25 years old and has 20 rental properties. Yes, you read that correctly. And get this: he still lives at home and his first property was purchased only two years ago! In this week’s action-inspiring episode, Adam & Matt sit down with Austin to unpack his investing philosophy, discuss market opportunities and buying strategies, and offer a step-by-step guide to how you, too, can find financial freedom through real estate. Get out your notepad and start taking action. This episod...
Nov 19, 2020•59 min•Ep. 250
The majority of people in the 1920s thought cars were a passing fad. So perhaps it's surprising that today we think cars will be here forever. They will not and what replaces them will have a huge impact on where you want to live and where you should invest. Transportation Expert, Carlton Reid, joins Adam & Matt to talk about the pending revolution and what that means for urban mobility and cities like Vancouver. What replaces the car? How will cities change? And how should this impact your ...
Nov 12, 2020•38 min•Ep. 249
Institutional money has pivoted during Covid-19, but is it towards or away from Vancouver real estate? Wendy Waters, Vice President, Research Services & Strategy at GWL Realty Advisors (with $15 billion under management in Canada!), joins Adam & Matt to talk pandemic strategy with hard numbers and deep expertise. Tune in for a candid ‘behind-the-scenes’ look at how a top multidisciplinary researcher & real estate investment strategist analyzes Canadian markets and asset classes for h...
Nov 05, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 248
What is happening in the Vancouver real estate market? Covid-19 cases are rising, the NDP just won a majority in BC, the US Election is around the corner... and everyone is nervously awaiting to see what Justin Trudeau dresses up as for Halloween. Professor Tom Davidoff, Associate Professor and Director of the UBC Centre for Urban Economics and Real Estate at Sauder School of Business, joins Adam & Matt to cover all things Vancouver real estate. Does the current market make sense? What new b...
Oct 28, 2020•57 min•Ep. 247
Did you know much of Vancouver used to be swamp land? Perhaps that accounts for a couple of things: first, our city's brutal rat problem which rivals New York City on a per capita basis and, second, the uneven streets, sidewalks and even homes that form part of our neighbourhoods. This week, expert builder and co-owner of JDL Homes Vancouver, Jeff Langford joins Adam and Matt to cover all things Vancouver peat bog. And sinking foundations, crowned sidewalks, and shifting rooflines may be the lea...
Oct 22, 2020•53 min•Ep. 246
Does the global pandemic signal the death knell for global cities like Vancouver? The short answer is that may be the wrong question. The CEO of Remix, Tiffany Chu, sits down with Adam & Matt to discuss why the death of the city has been greatly exaggerated and instead outlines a decidedly positive take on the impact of Covid-19: the rise of the neighborhood centre. The re-focus on neighborhoods, with "slow streets," "streateries," and bike and pedestrian networks has supercharged the somewh...
Oct 15, 2020•47 min•Ep. 245
We’re so sick of post-covid terms like ‘new normal’, mostly because our current pandemic living no longer feels new or, for that matter, normal. So, is it surprising then that buyers seem to be making long term, major financial and lifestyle decisions based on the past six months alone? Maybe not. Today, Adam & Matt discuss current buying trends that seem to be here to stay - for at least the foreseeable future. Then, Emily Hamilton, Director of the Urbanity Project at Mercatus Center at Geo...
Oct 08, 2020•55 min•Ep. 244
Back in May of this year, CMHC surprised many by predicting home prices would fall 9-18% and warned that Canadians were teetering on a debt-deferral cliff. Since then, amidst uncertainty, we have seen quite the opposite: home prices are up and debt-deferral, for many analysts, appears to be less of a concern. But despite the surprising activity in the housing market, President and CEO of CMHC, Evan Siddall, continues to sound the alarm, doubling down, even as many other risk managers appear to d...
Sep 30, 2020•54 min•Ep. 243
