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Slinging Sauce: A Pressure Washing PodcastEpisode 23 - Adam and Matt - AIWelcome Back Sauce Slingers!!! We got an awesome for you this week. Adam and Matt go in depth on what theirs thoughts are for the way you do business going forward. With the use of AI the world will be changing. Get in front of the curve or possibly... get left behind... Check out our affiliate links here.2023-07-181h 15
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #230 | Major Mistakes Presale Buyers Continue to Make with Layne HellrungEveryone knows someone who has made a fortune in Vancouver's presale (new condo) market. But what are the costly mistakes you never hear about? Today, Litigator Layne Hellrung sits down with Adam and Matt to talk about the tribulations and actual trials that he deals with day in and day out. Jam-packed with useful information and case studies, this episode will elevate your understanding of new construction and potentially save you thousands of dollars. Thinking of buying a presale condo? Listen to this episode FIRST! 2020-07-0255 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #227 | 11 Towers and 6,000 New Homes Near Burrard Bridge with Khelsilem Tl'aḵwasik̓a̱nThe City of Vancouver is a notoriously difficult place to build homes, with crippling debates occurring at any attempt to add housing. So, it may surprise you to hear that ground is being broken soon for 11 towers - with the tallest being 57 stories! – at the base of the west side of the Burrard Bridge. Wait…in Vancouver? Not exactly. Squamish Nation Councillor and Spokesperson Khelsilem sits down with Adam and Matt to detail the Sen̓áḵw Development, a Squamish Nation/Westbank master planned community that will redefine the Vancouver skyline. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about development & jurisdiction, density...2020-06-111h 07
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #222 | Selling Vancouver's Most Expensive Real Estate with Mark GoodmanEver wonder what it’s like to put together some of the biggest real estate transactions in Vancouver? Mark Goodman, Principal of Goodman Commercial Inc. and coauthor of the popular Goodman Report, was behind a quarter of those transactions in 2019. Perhaps you read about Beach Towers selling recently for a modest 305 million dollars? Yeah, that was Mark and his team and yeah, we know your cousin used to rent there. Everyone’s cousin did! Mark joins Adam and Matt to dive deep into the fascinating world of multifamily real estate here in Vancouver, with case studies, calculations big and smal...2020-05-071h 33
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #221 | Why Vancouver Real Estate Prices Will Continue to Go Up with Cameron McNeillEveryone has an opinion about where real estate in Vancouver is heading, but what does the guy advising some of the city's largest developers think? This week, Executive Director and Founding Partner of MLA Canada, Cameron McNeill, joins Adam and Matt for a deep-dive on the current state of the market and what's to come. Where were we before the COVID-19 lockdown? Will the presale market rebound? And why does Cameron think it's inevitable that prices in our region will continue to rise? Trust us, he's got some compelling data points! But, wait, there's more: which areas are Cameron an...2020-04-301h 18
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #208 | Vancouver Real Estate FOMO & 2020 Market Predictions with Economist Tom DavidoffThe Spring has sprung but should buyers necessarily throw caution to the wind? Associate Professor and fan favourite, Tom Davidoff, is back and sits down with Adam and Matt to discuss market bottoms, 2020 market predictions, and potential storm clouds ahead. Grab your umbrella, but we wouldn’t open it just yet! Where’s the market heading in 2020? What poses the biggest risk to Vancouver real estate? And what would a leading real estate economist buy right now? You want to talk FOMO, you won’t want to miss this! 2020-02-2050 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastBC's Next Best Investment Opportunity: The Pinnacle in Langford, BCWhere can you buy cash flow properties around Vancouver? Cynthia Aasen from Investment Revenue Realty joins Adam and Matt to discuss an amazing new opportunity in the fastest growing municipality in British Columbia, Langford! These properties are starting at under $275,000 and they cash flow positive, but they won’t last. So, listen up and get in touch ASAP! Find out more HERE.2020-02-1920 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #203 | This is What Your Future Home Looks Like with Frank LowensteinThis repurposed way of building will leaf you speechless! Do we have you stumped? Deputy Director and Chief Conservation Officer of the New England Forestry Foundation, Frank Lowenstein, takes Adam and Matt out on a limb this week to discuss the benefits of wood construction – and this isn’t your grandma’s 70’s walk-up wood construction but a reimagined way forward that is set to transform the way we all live. Turns out concrete construction has been the wrong root! This new wood frame technology means we can build higher and cheaper while saving the planet at the same time. Tr...2020-01-1644 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #201 | Assignments, Foreclosures, and When Not to Walk Away with Real Estate Lawyer Ken PazderShould you buy that assignment? Are Foreclosures really a good deal? And what happens when one party of a real estate transaction decides not to complete? Real Estate Lawyer Ken Pazder joins Adam and Matt in this riveting season finale to answer these questions and so much more. Big risk always exists where there are big rewards and the best way to protect yourself is through knowledge upfront. Listen Up! We are back over the next two weeks with two of our favourites from the vault. Happy holidays! Thanks for joining us in 2019 and we look forward...2019-12-1948 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #192 | The Future of Metro Vancouver’s Skytrain Lines & Rapid Transit Expansion with Translink’s CEO Kevin DesmondWhen it comes to Vancouver real estate, “location, location, location” has become “SkyTrain, SkyTrain, SkyTrain”. So many industry leaders on this podcast have advised to buy near SkyTrain Stations but what if you want to get in on the ground floor? Translink’s CEO Kevin Desmond sits down with Adam and Matt to discuss the future of Metro Vancouver’s Skytrain Lines & Rapid Transit Expansion and it does not disappoint. The Broadway Line, Surrey LRT, and Rapidbus expansion are only some of the exciting projects that will unlock our growing region over the next decades. This is one stop you won’t wa...2019-10-1740 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #191 | Mortgage Hacking Your Way to Financial Freedom Using the Smith Manoeuvre with Robinson Smith & Kyle GreenMany homeowners strive to pay down their mortgage as the first step to financial freedom but what if that was absolutely wrong? Forgot the warm & fuzzy feeling that freedom from mortgage debt promises and think logical paths to true financial freedom. Robinson Smith and Kyle Green sit down with Adam and Matt to discuss ways to unlock the potential in homeownership - the potential to grow your investment portfolio, invest efficiently from a tax perspective over time, and genuinely grow wealthy! Your home equity is the first step for so many aspiring investors and this discussion is guaranteed to...2019-10-101h 15
Fanboys with Nate and AdamAdam and Matt Chat About The Houses October Built and Other Haunted TalesHello again, fans! We're here to share our second episode in our Freaky Fandoms Month of Horror. For today's topic, we're covering a fan favorite spooky flick (offered by Adam) called The Houses October Built.
This movie has become one of Adam's number 1 favorites he first discovered on Netflix. It follows five friends, eager to celebrate the Halloween season, as they tour the country in search for an "extreme haunt". As you'll hear Adam explain, he knows this rush all to well as each fall season is another opportunity to find a new, next-level scary activity. Most...2019-10-0946 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #185 | Investing in Happiness with Charles MontgomeryWhy so sad, Vancouver? The search for happiness and fulfillment is at an all time high, but too many of us are looking for happiness in the wrong places. Forget your downward dog, put down the vegan ice cream, and meditate on this: your city may be what's causing your despair. This week, award-winning author and urbanist, Charles Montgomery, joins Adam and Matt to unpack how we can all become happier through urban and building design. Whether you are an investor, end user, or just someone looking to be tickled pink, this episode is for you. Just like John...2019-08-2958 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #184 | Is Canadian Real Estate Healthy? With Murtaza HaiderWith talks of a looming global recession and an overwhelming sense of uncertainty, it's high time to take a step back and check in with one of Canada's leading real estate minds. Professor Murtaza Haider joins Adam and Matt this week for a wide-ranging conversation on key investor metrics, opportunities in contrasting market cycles, and why certain cities in Canada will continue to outperform. What are the major trends impacting our markets? Will Hong Kong strife lead to higher prices? And which markets offer the best investment opportunities? We cover all these questions and more. The fall has arrived...2019-08-2254 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #182 | Five Essential Tips for Buying in this Current Vancouver Real Estate MarketResidential homes sales increased by 23% last month, but it's still largely a buyer's market throughout metro Vancouver. And, as we all know, it's not timing the market but time in the market. So how do you capitalize on this soft market with strategies specific to NOW and get the deal of a lifetime! This week, Adam and Matt offer FIVE essential TIPS for buying in this current market. End-Users, Investors and Flippers unite - This episode is for you!2019-08-0834 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #180 | How to time THIS Vancouver Market with Harvard's Teo NicolaisEveryone has an opinion on the Vancouver Real Estate Market, but how do you sift through the diverse and far-ranging, often biased voices? Well, you go to an outside credible source at a recognizable institution, like, say, Harvard – you ‘eard of it? This week we welcome back Harvard Instructor and Founder of Nicolais LLC, Teo Nicolais, who joins Adam and Matt to give an outsider’s opinion on where our market has been, where we are currently, and, most importantly, where we are headed. A true student of real estate market cycles, Teo draws on both theory and his wealth...2019-07-251h 21Fanboys with Nate and AdamAdam and Matt Chat About US and Other Horror FavoritesThis week, Adam invites his close friend Matt on the show to discuss what they thought about Jordan Peele's new movie Us. Adam and Matt also dive deep into their favorite moments in other notable scary movies such as IT, the Paranormal Activity franchise, Saw, and others.
Do you love horror?! Because WE DO! Count on us doing more spooky episodes in the future!2019-07-1054 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #177 | The Mindful Landlord with Terrie SchauerReal Estate is a proven means to financial freedom, but it's not always about crunching numbers and balancing spreadsheets. Real Estate Coach, Terrie Schauer, joins Adam and Matt to turn our collective attention inwards with strategies for how to buy purposefully, manage effectively, and grow exponentially - both personally and profitably - through real estate investing. A Montreal Native and former Vancouver Transplant, Terrie provides useful tips for investors and property managers as well as her thoughts on the Montreal market and where she would buy today! Vive le immobilier! 2019-07-0448 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #175 | Vancouverism Revisited with Larry BeasleyWhat do you love most about Vancouver? Chances are that this week's guest had something to do with it; in truth, he may have had everything to do with it! Internationally-celebrated Urban Planner and former Co-Director of Planning at the City of Vancouver, Larry Beasley, joins Adam and Matt to talk about his new book, Vancouverism, covering the critical years between Expo 86 and the Olympic Games in 2010. But Larry doesn't only focus on the past. He has a host of exciting ideas - and even some solutions - for the future of a city he helped make great. No...2019-06-201h 04
Mornings with Adam & MattMatt and Muzz show with Laya and Adam 3.0Matt and Muzz show with Laya and Adam 3.02019-06-141h 01
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #171 | Is Your Home Equity Illicit? With Tsur SomervilleDirty money has been flowing into BC, but what does that actually mean for BC’s economy, its real estate market, and - better yet - your home equity? Professor Tsur Somerville co-authored the 184-page report that has sparked a public inquiry and he now sits down with Adam and Matt to detail his findings. Did money laundering lead to inflated prices? Is BC’s relationship between real estate and crime unique? And where does the market go from here? Get out your crime maps and let’s connect some dots!2019-05-2352 minMornings with Adam & MattPub SquashThis week Adam and Matt's guest include JP from Jetty Road Brewery, Adam from After Care, Muzz from Bass Surfboards, Eamon for Mt Baw Baw and Peta Murphy Labor member for Dunkley.2019-05-121h 11Mornings with Adam & MattFrom Mornington to Pebble BeachThis week Adam and Matt's guests include Rowan from Xgolf, JP from Jetty Road Brewery, Peter from Hastings Mowers and Equipment,
Adam from After Care, Greg Hunt MP, Megan from Scriptwise, Rosemary Belgravia Leisure,
"Stretch" from Shaw and Partners,
Emma from Mt Baw Baw and
Muzz from Bass Boards2019-05-031h 08Mornings with Adam & MattHow's the dingo with kids? This week Adam and Matt's guest include Polly Tom, Emma from Mt Baw Baw, Olivia Barrie MPVA, Ben Rebel Donuts. Roemary SRC,Watto & Muzz From BASS Boards, JP From Jetty Road, Megan From Script wise, and Adam Kelly with John Anderson from AFL south east. 2019-04-261h 09
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #165 | The Future of Squamish Real Estate with John FrenchWhich market has outperformed Vancouver by over 30% in the past five years and still has massive potential for an upswing? We'll give you a hint: there's a $3.5 billion dollar ski hill proposed with chairs to be running by 2025. Still don't know? It's a bedroom community 45 mins from Vancouver with a scenic commute that rivals the Pacific Coast Highway? Still not sure? You may need this episode more than anyone. Squamish Municipal Councillor, John French, sits down with Adam and Matt to discuss all things Squamish, from detailing what makes Squamish an incredible place to live to outlining all the...2019-04-1154 min
Mornings with Adam & Matt2 Sips and I need to call an UberThis week Adam and Matt's guests include JP and Nick from Jetty Road Brewery, James McPherson from Jimmy Rum, Muzz From Bass Boards and former AFL player Troy Schwarze from Mr Morce.2019-03-291h 01
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #160 | Master Planning with Wesgroup's Brad JonesReal estate takes visionaries: people who can look at 130 acres of industrial land on the bank of the Fraser River and envision a community with 15,000+ residents, a town centre with over 250,000 square feet of retail space, 25 acres of green space, and 1.5 kilometers of bike and hiking paths. This type of large-scale community – Southeast Vancouver’s River District – does not just appear over night but rather takes decades of careful planning, major infrastructure, and negotiations with multiple stakeholders over time. And perhaps more surprising than the daily building challenges is what the process tells us about ourselves - as consumers, as urban dw...2019-03-0741 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #159 | Don’t Trust Your Gut, Trust the Algorithm with Naborly’s Jerome WerniukOne bad tenant can lead to bankruptcy, especially if it's your first crack at a revenue property! And, until now, that risk was on you and your gut. Meet Naborly, an AI platform that is at the forefront of proptech using sophisticated algorithms to securely screen and verify your tenants and... it's absolutely free. In fact, Naborly is so confident in its screening process that it's willing to pay your rent if your tenant leaves you high and dry. How's that for a security deposit?! Director of Sales, Jerome Werniuk, joins Adam and Matt to discuss the tech-lagging rental...2019-02-2852 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #147 | From One Presale Condo to Full Time Real Estate Investing with Cole Skelly and Elizabeth MilderHave you ever fantasized about quitting your day job to pursue real estate investing full time? So did Cole Skelly and Elizabeth Milder – except they have actually done it! Cole and Elizabeth sit down with Adam and Matt to discuss how they went from a single presale condo to managing an enviable real estate portfolio full time. This episode is chock full of useful information, including how to create cash-flowing properties in a red hot real estate market, how to manage finances, tenants, and the trades, how to choose the right renovations, and how to time the market. You do...2018-11-291h 00
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #143 | Habits for Successful Real Estate Investing with Justin SmithDeveloping commercial and multi-family real estate is easier than you think! Founder and President of Hawkeye Wealth, Justin Smith, joins Adam and Matt to discuss huge private equity investing opportunities with top-tier developers in Vancouver and North America. Learn how you can get in on the ground-level in emerging markets with limited risk and maximum returns. Justin also covers the Vancouver real estate market, his strategies for picking winning investments, and pro-tips for aspiring real estate moguls. The ROI on this episode pays huge dividends... time to pony up!2018-11-011h 08
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #140 | BC's Next Big Market with Cynthia AasenWith big infrastructure comes big investment! Real Estate Mogul and Broker/Owner of Investment Revenue Realty Inc., Cynthia Aasen, joins Adam and Matt to discuss two major markets that need to be on every investor's radar. With over 20 years of real estate experience, Cynthia has built a massive portfolio personally, while designing a proven investor-friendly development company with properties throughout North America. Learn her best investment tips, the metrics she uses to evaluate deals, and her powerful advice for aspiring moguls. Get ready to be inspired!2018-10-1136 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #137 | A Tale of Two Markets with Andrew La FleurA lot can change in less than a year. Top Producing Pre-Construction Specialist, Realtor, Investor, and Podcast Host Andrew La Fleur checks in with Adam and Matt to discuss the current state of the Toronto market and offers an on-the-ground perspective that’s in contrast to many of today’s headlines. Andrew covers what’s hot and what’s not in Toronto, the best investments, and his tried and true investment strategies. So glad Andrew made our hotline bling (just kidding – we don’t know what that means).2018-09-2052 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #135 | The Key to Making Great Deals Using Time-Tested Techniques with Dave SteeleWestern Canadian Properties Group has developed over 12,000 properties, primarily focused on appealing to investors with strict cash-flow goals throughout B.C., Alberta & the western United States. That’s a lot of doors and not always an easy offering! CEO Dave Steele joins Adam and Matt to dissect his deal process, his rise to developer status, and to offer his foolproof investing strategy for wannabes and seasoned investors. Trust us - Dave knows what he is doing and you will learn a lot!2018-09-0634 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #133 | ‘Dirty Money’ is Destroying Vancouver’s Social Fabric? With Jens von Bergmann & Nathan LausterMoney laundering, drug rings, organized crime, and duffle bags full of money dominate the narrative around Vancouver Real Estate, but are these claims justified or do they just make compelling headlines? Jens von Bergmann and Nathan Lauster join Adam and Matt to weigh in on the facts and follies surrounding this Dateline discourse. Join us for a gripping story only Lester Holt could dream up and BYOPopcorn!2018-08-231h 04
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #131 | Forecasting the Future & Holding onto the Past with Developer Kush PanatchDeveloper of 50 Electronic Avenue, Kush Panatch, joins Adam and Matt to discuss his trailblazing new project in Port Moody's most up-and-coming area. Learn Kush's best investment advice, market predictions, and tips and strategies for growing your net worth through careful forecasting and long-term holds. 2018-08-0931 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #130 | How's the Vancouver Real Estate Market? With Cressey's Jason TurcotteCressey’s VP of Development, Jason Turcotte, has his finger on the pulse and a few predictions for the remainder of 2018. How’s the presale market? What’s impacting the market? What does the future of Vancouver Real Estate look like for homebuyers and investors alike? Jason joins Adam and Matt to answer all these questions and more! 2018-08-0238 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #128 | Will Vancouver House Prices Fall as Interest Rates Rise Again? with Dustan WoodhouseWith interest rates creeping up, Dustan Woodhouse joins Adam and Matt to discuss the state of the Vancouver Real Estate Market and Vancouver housing predictions for the balance of 2018. We also cover great investments in this market and whether you should be considering a variable or fixed rate. Dustan is a fan-favourite for a reason! Not to be missed!2018-07-1952 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #127 | Vancouver Real Estate Prices Halt Inter-Provincial Migration with Jock FinlaysonIn the second half of 2017, a surprising development occurred – the net inflow of people moving to British Columbia from other provinces decreased dramatically. Jock Finlayson, Chief Policy Officer at the Business Council of British Columbia, suspects that this trend will continue and possibly worsen with B.C. receiving fewer interprovincial migrants than pundits and policy-makers have suggested. Jock sits down with Adam and Matt to discuss his recent findings & highlight the immediate and long-term impact on our province. 2018-07-1223 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #126 | Ten Commandments for Buying Vancouver Real Estate in a Buyer's MarketHow’s the market in Vancouver? When the market softens, smart buyers see opportunities and start to reevaluate their offer strategies. In this episode, Adam and Matt extol the ten commandments for buying real estate in a buyer’s market in Vancouver. Learn the top ten secrets to buying in a buyer’s market in a city that usually favours sellers. Hallelujah!2018-07-0526 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #120 | Townline's Chris Colbeck Talks Vancouver Real EstateThe last few years have been big years for Vancouver developer Townline and 2018 is no different. Townline’s Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Chris Colbeck sits down with Adam and Matt to discuss the state of the housing market and future plans for the city and region. 2018-05-2432 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #116 | Vancouver Commercial Presale Opportunities with Matt CarlsonCommercial Real Estate has caught fire in Vancouver and the lack of supply has spurred on creative fixes that offer exciting investment opportunities. Matt Carlson, VP Colliers, joins Adam and Matt to discuss opportunities you don’t know about in the presale commercial space and the future industries that will shape Vancouver.2018-04-2646 min
Vancouver Presale Condos PodcastVPCP #4 | Hudson & Singer by Tridecca Developments with Trevor StreetManaging Partner of The Partners Marketing Group, Trevor Street, joins Adam and Matt to discuss Hudson & Singer, an artful, modern condominium community coming to Langley Township’s bustling Willoughby neighbourhood. The development has 152 units and is scheduled for completion in 2019. Willoughby’s new standard for luxury! 2018-04-1913 min
Vancouver Presale Condos PodcastVPCP #3 | Lily Terrace by Lanstone Homes with Lanson FosterPresident of Lanstone Homes, Lanson Foster, joins Adam and Matt to discuss Lily Terrace – An exclusive collection of 24 modern signature residences and boutique commercial spaces located in the heart of Fort Langley. High end condo living in a unique community environment!2018-03-2807 min
Vancouver Presale Condos PodcastVPCP #2 | Chelsea by Cressey with Jason TurcotteVice President of Development at Cressey Development Group, Jason Turcotte, joins Adam and Matt to discuss Chelsea - 79 carefully considered one, two and three bedroom condos and townhomes located at 30th Avenue & Cambie Street, Vancouver. Is this the most exciting project to hit the Cambie corridor? 2018-03-2210 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #111 | The Unintended Consequences of the Speculation Tax on the Vancouver Housing Market with Mark MilkeWill the NDP speculation tax actually help locals who live and work in British Columbia? Policy critic Mark Milke doesn’t think so and sits down with Adam and Matt to detail how government intervention has frequently had a negative impact on the Vancouver housing market. Throw the speculation tax on the heap!2018-03-2229 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #110 | How to Make Money in Vancouver Commercial Real Estate with Cory WrightAre you leaving money on the table by focusing only on residential real estate? Cory Wright, Owner/Broker of William Wright Commercial Real Estate Services, joins Adam and Matt to discuss the ins and outs of commercial real estate in Metro Vancouver. Understand the basics, the best investment opportunities, and how to add value in any market - all in under 45 minutes. This one will not disappoint!2018-03-1546 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #108 | BC NDP Budget - Vancouver Housing Market Crash In 2018? With Andrey PavlovThe dust is beginning to settle on the NDP’s 30-Point Housing Plan and the potential implications loom large over the Vancouver real estate market. Simon Fraser University Finance Professor Andrey Pavlov has thought long and hard about the possible consequences of these measures and he sits down with Adam and Matt to hash out the details while providing keen insights into where our market is headed. Check out Andrey's work HERE2018-03-0129 min
Vancouver Presale Condos PodcastVPCP #1 | The Georgia by Whitetail Homes with Trevor StreetManaging Partner of The Partners Marketing Group, Trevor Street, joins Adam and Matt to discuss The Georgia – Langley’s most exquisite new condominium development featuring two 5 storey buildings situated on the edge of Downtown Langley. 2018-02-2808 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #99 | The Best Way to Search the Vancouver Real Estate Market in 2018 with Aaron KardellThe future of real estate is finally here... well, maybe not the future but an incredible new resource with futuristic capabilities and realtor-level information. And best of all, it's free! This week, Adam and Matt sit down with HomeSpotter creator, Aaron Kardell, to discuss his new game-changing mobile app and his thoughts on the future of real estate technology. This is one you won't want to miss - so grab your flux capacitor and let's go back to the future of real estate! Click here to sign up for Homespotter. Check...2017-12-1430 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #97 | The City of Vancouver’s Bold New Housing Strategy with Nathan LausterCalls for density are answered! The City of Vancouver has announced a new and radical housing plan and the implications for home-owners and investors in real estate are huge. Adam and Matt sit down with UBC Associate Professor Nathan Lauster to hash out the details and sort out the winners and losers. The ground is shifting beneath your feet and your buying and selling strategies need to respond! Also, check out VanMag's 2017 Power 50 List2017-11-3029 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #94 | CMHC Chief Economist Talks Vancouver Real EstateWhat better source for an in-depth analysis of our market than CMHC Chief Economist Bob Dugan? Adam and Matt dig deep into the tools used by the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation in an effort to make sense of the wild swings we have seen in the market in the past few years. Bob also offers some insight into what the market has in store for us in the near future. Check out the latest CMHC Housing Market Assessment for Vancouver HERE.2017-11-0935 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #88 | We're Here to Screen Your Tenants with Klaus RodeAdam and Matt take a deep dive into the world of rentals with an in-depth conversation with returning guest and one of Vancouver's busiest Property Managers, Klaus Rode. 2017-09-2839 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #75 | Why? Because it Sells with Terry O'ReillyLegendary marketing guru and career "Ad Man" Terry O'Reilly talks shop with Adam and Matt about marketing strategies, Realtor® faces, and his new book, “This I Know: Marketing Lessons from Under the Influence.”2017-06-2935 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #74 | We Built this City on Rock and Roll...and Careful Planning with Neal LamontagneAdam and Matt sit down for a chat with City Planner Neal Lamontagne to find out what Vancouver is doing right and how it could improve Urban Planning within the region.2017-06-2240 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #66 | 8 Reasons Why Vancouver is the Place to InvestAre you concerned about the effect the BC Provincial Election will have on our local real estate market? Let Adam and Matt put your mind at ease with 8 reasons why Vancouver real estate will always be a good investment.2017-05-0420 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #63 | How to Search for a Home THE RIGHT WAY [short]Have you ever wondered how you can get a leg up on other homebuyers? Have a listen to this week's VREP short as Adam and Matt explain the right way to search for listings.2017-04-2404 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #62 | To Love It or List It with Celebrity Realtor Todd TalbotCelebrity Realtor Todd Talbot from Love It or List It Vancouver sits down for a candid conversation with Adam and Matt to discuss everything from haircuts to real estate investing. 2017-04-2050 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #61 | How To Buy A Presale Condo [short]Ever wondered why you need a Realtor when buying a Presale condo? Adam and Matt answer a reader's question and offer some helpful advice in this week's VREP short.2017-04-1604 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #60 | Abundant Solutions to Vancouver's Housing Crisis with Daniel OleksiukDaniel Oleksiuk of Abundant Housing Vancouver joins Adam and Matt to discuss the issues surrounding housing affordability in Vancouver and what can be done to address them.2017-04-1324 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #59 | This Short Has A Subject [short]Adam and Matt field a question sent in by a listener asking which subjects are most commonly seen on offers. 2017-04-1004 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #52 | Who Runs This Town? with Frances BulaFreelance journalist and Vancouver political commentator Frances Bula joins Adam and Matt to discuss Vancouver urban politics, the inner workings of City Hall, and who really runs this town. We'll give you a hint...it's not Jay Z.2017-03-1536 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #43 | How to Buy the Perfect Revenue Property with Sarah PenmanProperty Manager Sarah Penman, Team Leader at Penman Properties, joins Adam and Matt to explain why short-term rentals might lead to long-term headaches and the best way to buy a revenue property. Plus, a new segment called The Five Wire.2017-02-0232 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #42 | 6 Ways to Find a Deal in Any MarketDeals happen in every market at any given time. Adam and Matt offer six proven strategies for how to time Vancouver's real estate market and find the best deals available. Level up!2017-01-2623 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #41 | 5 Kids 1 Condo with Adrian Crook5kids1condo.com blogger, Adrian Crook, joins Adam and Matt to talk raising a family in 1000 square feet downtown, minimalism, lessening your carbon foot print, and why densification is the answer to Vancouver's housing issues.2017-01-2129 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #39 | Are You A Genius? The 3 Types of Real Estate Investors with Dustan WoodhouseAre you a genius? Mortgage Broker, Dustan Woodhouse, joins Adam and Matt to discuss the three types of real estate investors… which one are you? Also, Matt offers some of his favourite quotes for the year ahead. Trust me, you will be motivated!
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Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #39 | Are You A Genius? The 3 Types of Real Estate Investors with Dustan WoodhouseAre you a genius? Mortgage Broker, Dustan Woodhouse, joins Adam and Matt to discuss the three types of real estate investors... which one are you? Also, Matt offers some of his favourite quotes for the year ahead.2017-01-0533 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #38 | BC's New Homebuyer Loan & the Best of VREP!Mortgage Broker, Ray Macklem, joins Adam and Matt to discuss the BC Government's recently revealed Home Partnership program coming January 2017. The brothers also reflect on the year it was in real estate and some of their favorite episode highlights.2016-12-2326 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #36 | Talking Market Trends: The November Stats are in!The November 2016 REBGV Stats are in! Adam and Matt discuss general market conditions and talk about fantastic buying opportunities over this holiday season. 2016-12-0819 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #34 | A Quick Guide to Natural Building with Anne BonnerNatural Builder, Anne Bonner, joins Adam and Matt to discuss building with natural materials and how current building materials can be toxic, allergy-inducing and bad for the environment. 2016-11-1925 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #33 | Trumped Up Trickle Down Economics & Vancouver Real Estate with Joannah ConnollyPresident-Elect Donald Trump has big plans for The United States and foreign trade. Joannah Connolly, Editor of REW.ca and Western Investor, joins Adam and Matt to discuss how the new presidency will impact the Vancouver Real Estate Market. Trust me, this episode is going to be HUGE!2016-11-1729 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #32 | Talking Market Trends: The October Stats are In!With the recent release of the October 2016 REBGV Stats, Adam and Matt breakdown each area and price band to determine what's hot and what's not.2016-11-1019 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #31 | Smart Strategies for Minimizing Debt with Ray MacklemTop Mortgage Broker, Ray Macklem, joins Adam and Matt to discuss Home Equity Lines of Credit, Refinancing & Debt Consolidation. We promise... it's sexier than it sounds. 2016-11-0324 minVancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #30 | The Broke Agent & Five Mistakes People Make When Hiring a Realtor®Eric Simon, the brains behind The Broke Agent.com, joins Adam and Matt to discuss dismantling the realtor facade, authenticity in business & future trends in real estate marketing. Adam and Matt also highlight five common mistakes people make when hiring a realtor.
2016-10-2741 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #30 | The Broke Agent & Five Mistakes People Make when Hiring a RealtorEric Simon, the brains behind The Broke Agent.com, joins Adam and Matt to discuss dismantling the realtor facade, authenticity in business & future trends in real estate marketing. Adam and Matt also highlight five common mistakes people make when hiring a realtor.2016-10-2741 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #29 | Forbidden Vancouver with Will WoodsIn this bone-chilling Halloween edition, Chief Storyteller Will Woods joins Adam and Matt to discuss Vancouver's most terrifying neighbourhood, secrets of The Penthouse, and who really decided where Vancouver should be located. Happy Halloween everyone!2016-10-2029 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #28 | How Will the New Mortgage Rules Impact You & is the Vacancy Rate Changing?Mortgage Broker Jesse Johnson joins Adam and Matt to discuss recent changes to mortgage rules & Property Manager Klaus Rode pops by to provide an update on the rental market.2016-10-1328 minVancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #27 | The Death of the Single Family House with Nathan LausterAre houses no longer viable? UBC Sociologist Nathaneal Lauster thinks so and joins Adam and Matt to discuss the slow death of the single family house in Vancouver and larger lessons other cities can learn from us. Also, Matt’s topless photos have got him in a bind…
2016-10-0637 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #27 | The Death of the Single Family House with Nathan LausterAre houses no longer viable? UBC Sociologist Nathaneal Lauster thinks so and joins Adam and Matt to discuss the slow death of the single family house in Vancouver and larger lessons other cities can learn from us. Also, Matt's topless photos have got him in a bind...2016-10-0637 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #26 | Six Proven Ways to Add Value to Your HomeAdam and Matt discuss minor and major reno ideas that are sure to add value to your home.2016-09-2926 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #24 | Is the Fall here? Market Update & Treaty Talk with Barry AppletonWith the onset of the fall market, Adam and Matt provide a market update, answer a listener's question on basement suites, and chat with International Lawyer Barry Appleton about Canada's treaty obligations in respect to BC's foreign buyer tax. 2016-09-1435 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #23 | What No One Tells You About Home Insurance with Grace CataoAre you sure you're covered? Insurance Specialist Grace Catao joins Adam and Matt to offer the best tips for house and condo insurance, as well as vacant homes, rental properties & airbnb!2016-08-2141 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #22 | Will BC's Foreign Buyer Tax Work? With Canadian Tax Lawyer Jonathan GarbuttCanadian Tax and Trusts Lawyer, Jonathan Garbutt, joins Adam and Matt to discuss the complications surrounding BC's new foreign buyer tax. Also, Mortgage Specialist Chad Watts offers his thoughts on current lending practices.2016-08-1246 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #20 | A Quick Guide to Laneway Homes with Kim LittleEverything you need to know about Laneway Homes in under 45 minutes! Small Work's Small House Specialist Kim Little joins Adam and Matt to discuss all things Laneway and Coach Homes and the trend toward smaller spaces. Also, is our red-hot market softening?2016-07-2040 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #19 | With or Without EU: Brexit's Effect on Our Market & the Real Estate Council's Report of the Independent Advisory GroupAdam and Matt discuss how Britain leaving the EU may impact the Vancouver housing market and address some of the key points from the Real Estate Council's recent report of the independent advisory group.2016-07-0830 minVancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #18 | The Role of the Architect & the Housing Blame Game with Rick MorrowIntern Architect Rick Morrow joins Adam and Matt to explain the role of an architect, design merit, and the always changing Vancouver skyline. Matt and Adam also discuss “The Housing Market Blame Game”, the new draft report issued by BMO’s top economists.
2016-06-2247 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #18 | The Role of the Architect & the Housing Blame Game with Rick MorrowIntern Architect Rick Morrow joins Adam and Matt to explain the role of an architect, design merit, and the always changing Vancouver skyline. Matt and Adam also discuss "The Housing Market Blame Game", the new draft report issued by BMO's top economists.2016-06-2247 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #16 | Don't Buy A Leaky Condo! Rainscreening with Rick MorrowIntern Architect and former Building Envelope Remediation Consultant Rick Morrow joins Adam and Matt to discuss the leaky condo crisis in the lower mainland and things to consider when buying a condo in an older building.2016-05-2051 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #14 | Should I Buy A Presale Condo?First-time homebuyer Pete Stojakovic joins Adam and Matt to discuss the pros and cons of buying new construction. 2016-05-0126 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #13 | Home Staging Secrets with Malika SmithProfessional Staging Consultant, Malika Smith, from Upstaged Redesign & Décor joins Adam and Matt to discuss the benefits of staging, some must-know tips, and some staging nightmares.2016-04-2336 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #12 | False Creek Flats: Vancouver's Newest World-Class CommunityRenee Hourston, from leading Vancouver-based developer Onni, joins Adam and Matt to discuss the redevelopment of the False Creek Flats Community and up-and-coming areas and projects.2016-04-1042 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #11 | 10 Ways to Sell Your Home Fast & for Top DollarAdam and Matt discuss traits to look for in an agent and ten ways to sell your home fast and for top dollar in this market!2016-03-2939 minVancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #10 | Vancouver’s Five Best Investment Areas & A Secret Recipe for a Better Mortgage with Dustan WoodhouseTop Mortgage Specialist Dustan Woodhouse joins Adam and Matt to discuss his secret recipe for securing a top-notch mortgage before offer presentation. Bonus: the rebel realtor, Eniz Aziz, sits down with the brothers to discuss the top five best areas to invest in Vancouver.
Dustan Woodhouse
Transcript
Intro: Get ready for Vancouver’s premium real estate podcast. Your source for buying, selling and investing in Vancouver’s real estate market, with your hosts, two guys with faces for radio, Adam and Matt Scalena.
Adam: And welcome back to Vancouver Real Estate Podcast. I’m yo...2016-03-1643 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #10 | Vancouver's Five Best Investments & A Secret Recipe for Mortgages with Dustan WoodhouseTop Mortgage Specialist Dustan Woodhouse joins Adam and Matt to discuss his secret recipe for securing financing before offer presentation. Bonus: Eniz Aziz sits down with the brothers to discuss the top five best areas to invest in Vancouver.2016-03-1643 minVancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #9 | Appraisals & The Reno That Will Sink Your Property Value with Leigh WalkerLeigh Walker joins Adam and Matt to discuss appraisals, finding market value in a rising market & which home renovations add the most value.
VREP #9 _ Appraisals & The Reno That
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Intro: Get ready for Vancouver’s premium real estate podcast. Your source for buying, selling and investing in Vancouver’s real estate market, with your hosts, two guys with faces for radio, Adam and Matt Scalena.
Adam:And welcome back to Vancouver Real Estate Podcast. I’m your host Adam Scalena.
Matt:And I’m your other host, Matt Scalena.
Adam...2016-03-0339 minVancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #8 | How to Win in Multiple OffersAdam and Matt explain how to beat the competition when buying in a hot housing market.
VREP #8 | How to Win in Multiple Offers
Transcript
Intro: Get ready for Vancouver’s premium real estate podcast. Your source for buying, selling and investing in Vancouver’s real estate market, with your hosts, two guys with faces for radio, Adam and Matt Scalena.
Adam: And welcome back to Vancouver Real Estate Podcast. I’m your host Adam Scalena.
Matt: And I’m your other host, Matt Scalena.
Adam: And we have an incredible episode today.
Matt: ...2016-02-2638 minVancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #5 | Foreign Ownership Tax, Affordability & Why Robinson Crusoe May Hold the Key to Vancouver’s Real Estate Market with UBC Prof. Tom DavidoffUBC Associate Professor Tom Davidoff joins Adam and Matt to discuss the BC Housing Affordability Fund and comments on foreign ownership and what makes Vancouver’s Real Estate Market so unique.
More information about the BC Housing Affordability Fund here: http://www.housingaffordability.org/
Episode Transcript
Intro: Get ready for Vancouver’s premium real estate podcast. Your source for buying, selling and investing in Vancouver’s real estate market with your hosts, two guys with faces for radio, Adam and Matt Scalena.
Adam: And welcome back to Vancouver Real Estate Podcast. I’m your host Adam Scalena.2016-02-1127 minVancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #4 | Life After the Viaducts & the Future of North East False Creek with Holly SovdiLead City Planner with the Downtown Division, Holly Sovdi, joins Adam and Matt to discuss life after the Georgia and Dunsmuir Viaducts come down and the future for North East False Creek – a new community that unites Chinatown, Crosstown, Strathcona, Mount Pleasant – and all of East Vancouver – to the downtown waterfront communities and will transform downtown Vancouver creating opportunities for densification, affordable housing, park space & livability.
Is 2016 the year of the condo? Adam and Matt also discuss Barbara Yaffe’s new article, Bob Rennie and more!
Life After the Viaducts & the Future of Northeast False Creek2016-02-0721 min
Vancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #4 | Life After the Viaducts & the Future of North East False Creek with Holly SovdiLead City Planner with the Downtown Division, Holly Sovdi, joins Adam and Matt to discuss life after the Georgia and Dunsmuir Viaducts come down and the future for North East False Creek - a new community that unites Chinatown, Crosstown, Strathcona, Mount Pleasant - and all of East Vancouver - to the downtown waterfront communities and will transform downtown Vancouver creating opportunities for densification, affordable housing, park space & livability. Is 2016 the year of the condo? Adam and Matt also discuss Barbara Yaffe's new article, Bob Rennie and more!2016-02-0721 minVancouver Real Estate PodcastVREP #2 | Maximizing Your Rental Income with Sarah PenmanSarah Penman bought her first condo when she was 21 years old. She is now the owner/operator of a leading property management company, located in Yaletown, and oversees approximately 150 rental units in Greater Vancouver. We discuss everything to do with revenue, including hot rental areas, characteristics of a good revenue property, furnished rentals vs. unfurnished rentals, screening tenants and a property manager’s worst nightmare…
Find Sarah Penman at http://www.penmanproperties.com or call 604-230-6755.
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Show notes:
How busy is the market?
Why is Matt’s finger shaped like the letter Z?
What are the main factors shaping our market… and Matt’s finger!?
Can I get a syllabus...2016-01-2615 min