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Helping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockSpring Chill: Real Estate Cools, Jobs Stall & Rate Cut LoomsCiao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty in Toronto. In this episode, I dive into the current state of the real estate market and explore the key factors driving property values. I focus on the cost of ownership, job security, and housing supply—fundamental elements that shape how the market behaves. I also touch on regulatory changes and global influences that add to the complexity of today’s environment.I point out tha...2025-05-1329 min
Boys ClubEp. 142 - Drinkers, Gay Guys, and Queer Eye for Trans Dudes (w/ James Tom)BOYS, we shot a web series. Here is the pilot. We are raising money to shoot the rest of season 1, so if you like this and want to see more, consider giving a few bucks today! MORE TV ABOUT GAY PEOPLE FOR GAY PEOPLE BY GAY PEOPLE. You can donate here. It would mean the world!This week, we're joined by the hilarious James Tom! Subscribe to our Youtube!Join Nico's mailing list for 2025 tour datesLeave Listener Questions for next Boys Club AMAFind us on Instagram at @boysclubcomedy and @nicocarney @conorjanda2025-04-2150 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockTariffs & Tightropes: How Global & Local Issues Are Shaping GTA Real Estate in Spring 2025This episode is titled "Tariffs and Tightropes: How global and local issues are shaping GTA real estate in spring 2025." I outline 7 factors affecting real estate values, focusing on four: Cost of shelter (including ownership and rent), Job security, Local supply, and Global factors. Emphasis is made on the importance of these factors in understanding changes in real estate values. This episode will explore how they are currently impacting the market.Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Bro...2025-04-0921 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockCanadian Mortgages & Market Trends: Insights with Dominion Lending Centres specialist Sean HumphriesCiao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. Today I have the pleasure of speaking with special Guest Sean Humphries, an award-wining mortgage specialist with Dominion Lending Centres.Sean and I discussed the impact of global politics and local Canadian politics on the real estate market, with a focus on the recent Bank of Canada rate cut and its connection to the tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. We also explored the...2025-03-1921 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockStop The Steal: Your Fraud Awareness Action PlanNico here discussing various types of fraud and providing practical tips to stay safe, emphasizing the importance of skepticism, strong passwords, regular account monitoring, and staying informed about fraud trends. Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. In this episode I also highlight the need to verify the legitimacy of investment opportunities and online sellers, and to be wary of private home sales. I conclude by advising to alwa...2025-03-1412 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockA Tale of 2 Markets First Quarter 2025 Condo vs Castle (Freehold) Here's what you need to know!Nico here providing an overview of the real estate market as it stands right now, highlighting the division between condo and freehold markets and the impact of historically low interest rates and recent interest rate changes. I also discuss the current economic situation, advising against making permanent decisions in temporary situations and encouraging people to consider all options before making a decision. Lastly, I differentiated between the freehold and condo markets, predicting that the condo market will remain soft for the next year and a half before prices increase significantly in 2026-2028.Key Takeaways1. Potential...2025-02-2417 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockHere is What's Good About The January 2025 Real Estate Market StatsLots to unpack here! In this episode I discuss the market stats for January 2025 and the global market trends, highlighting the predictable downward trend in the average price for January and Bank of Canada's overnight rate, which I attribute to the high inventory environment in the condo sector and the decline in sales volume during the first half of December and January. Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. For...2025-02-1128 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockFrom Trudeau's Resignation to Trump's Presidency: A New Era for Canadian Property As We Approach The First BoC Announcement of 2025In this episode I discuss the real estate market's revival in late 2024 due to lower interest rates, revised mortgage rules, and increased buyer demand, with a focus on townhomes and the expected focus on housing supply and affordability in the upcoming spring 2025 federal election. I also touch on the upcoming Bank of Canada's policy announcement on January 29th, the implications of tariffs, and the factors influencing house prices. The conversation ends with a mention of Sherry Cooper's prediction of a 25 basis point rate cut to 3.0%.Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...2025-01-2611 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockYour Toronto Public Library Card's Hidden Super Power!Did you know that your Toronto Public Library card has a super power? Discover, explore and enjoy Toronto’s arts, cultural experiences, and attractions with TPL MAP! You can book your free pass with your adult library card and start your adventure asap. Get or renew your library card today!Starting January 2025, passes will be released the first Wednesday of every month at 2 pm!Log in to the TPL MAP Reservation Site with your library card, choose from listed attractions, reserve your date, and print or download your pass. Keep in mind that pa...2025-01-1007 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockWhat Most People Don't Know About Co-ops, Co-ownership, Condos, & Other Multi-Family CommunitiesWhat do you understand about the differences between condominiums, co-ops, co-ownership, and common elements condominiums? Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. In this episode I reveal the main differences between freehold ownership and the 4 main types of multi-family residential communities in the GTHA.CondominiumCo-operative Housing (equity and non-equity)Co-ownershipCommon Elements CondominiumNico - Get in TouchSup...2025-01-1011 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockBeyond Location Location Location: The Hidden Keys to Smart Real Estate BuyingThe catch phrase in Real Estate buying is no longer Location Location Location. In the ever-evolving world of real estate, the main trifecta of key terms depends on the type of home (single family or multi family) and the type of purchase (resale or new build/pre-construction).Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. The top 3 Key Words:2025-01-0908 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockReal Estate Market Update Jan 2025 Edition: Trends, Stats & Insights You NEED to Know!The TRREB December 2024 Market Stats are hot off the presses! In this first episode of 2025, I provide you with important trends, stats and insights that you NEED to know heading into the spring real estate market. Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. Key Takeaways from this episode:With demand set to continue trending higher into next year, the big variable to look...2025-01-0921 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockUnderstanding Condo & Strata Documents with OctoAI CEO Thomas BeattieIn this episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate, Nico speaks with Thomas Beattie, CEO of OctoAI, about the Eli Report, a tool designed to simplify and clarify condominium documentation for buyers, realtors, and property managers. Discussed are the report's features, accessibility, and benefits for various stakeholders, including property managers and developers. The conversation also touches on the importance of transparency in the real estate industry and the potential for collaboration with CondoWiz™ to enhance consumer understanding of condominium and other multi-unit residential communities.Key TakeawaysThe Eli Report simplifies complex condominium documents for buy...2024-12-2015 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockTridel Selected To Take Over The One Residences at 1 Bloor West in TorontoAs was announced on December 11th 2024, Tridel has been selected to take over the development of the condo community known as The One Residences at 1 Bloor Street West on the southwest corner of Bloor Street West and Yonge Street in Toronto, replacing Mizrahi Developments, which initially led the project. The One is slated to become the tallest residential building in Canada, featuring 416 luxury condominiums alongside retail and hotel spaces. The project’s architecture, designed by the renowned Foster + Partners, integrates advanced design elements such as a bronze exoskeleton and floor-to-ceiling glass walls for panoramic city views.Ciao! We...2024-12-1409 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockAfter The rate Cut: Unpacking the BoC's final announcement of 2024 with guest Sean HumphriesAt its final announcement of 2024, the Bank of Canada slashed the overnight lending rate by a half percentage point to reach 3.25% as it closes out the year.Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. I'm joined in today's episode by Dominion Lending's Sean Humphries, an award-winning mortgage broker based in Toronto.With inflation around 2%, the economy in excess supply, and recent indicators tilted towards softer growth than projected, Gov...2024-12-1115 min
Unwoken with Nico LaganLet's Humanize First Responders with James GeeringIn this episode, Nico Lagan interviews James Geering, an experienced firefighter, author and host of the Behind the Shield podcast, about the challenges faced by first responders. They discuss issues like the lack of public appreciation, political impact on their work, and inadequate training and staffing. Geering emphasizes the need for systemic changes, better training, and increased support to improve the well-being and effectiveness of first responders. Both Lagan and Geering ...2024-12-031h 06
Unwoken with Nico LaganLet’s Humanize First Responders with James GeeringIn this episode, Nico Lagan interviews James Geering, an experienced firefighter, author and host of the Behind the Shield podcast, about the challenges faced by first responders. They discuss issues like the lack of public appreciation, political impact on their work, and inadequate training and staffing. Geering emphasizes the need for systemic changes, better training, and increased support to improve the well-being and effectiveness of first responders. Both Lagan and Geering advocate for greater public education and the importance of storytelling to highlight the vital roles that first responders play in co...2024-12-0301 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockMonumental Changes in the Real Estate Market Fall 2024! Here's what you need to know!Wow! The last 52 days saw more changes than in the previous 24 months! October marked a turning point for the GTA housing market as sales increased at their fastest pace since COVID, when interest rates were at record lows. Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. While sales volumes remained below average last month, it won't be long before the market returns to a normal level of activity. W...2024-11-2425 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockUnlocking Your Lease: The Truth About Assignments and Your Rights with Guest Zachary Soccio-MarandolaCiao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. In today's episode my special guest, Zachary Soccio-Marandola, a Toronto-based lawyer, explains the difference between a lease assignment and a sublet, as well as the rights of the landlord and tenant.Assigning means that a new tenant takes over your tenancy. The amount of rent and the terms of the rental agreement stay the same. If you assign your tenancy, you do not hav...2024-10-2816 min
SunCastThe Nation’s Largest Building Products Distributor Turns to Solar; James Mason, ABC Supply Co ABC Supply is the nation’s largest building products distributor, responsible for 1 in 3 American roofs, and now they are setting their sights on what goes on top of our roof: solar panels. ABC Supply is positioned as “the necessary handshake across the aisle between the roofing and solar industry.” This conversation delves into the solar market from a roofer's perspective, exploring how the building supply industry is about to seize the many growing opportunities in solar energy.James Mason, Vice President of Renewables at ABC Supply, has been pivotal in driving this transformation from within the co...2024-10-1532 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockThe Rise and Fall: Analyzing GTA Real Estate Changes This September!September went by in a flash and we are about a week away from Thanksgiving, fall will be over before we know it! The GTA housing market began to improve this past September with home sales up 8.5% over the same month last year. Buyers are starting to take advantage of more affordable market conditions brought about by interest rate cuts (3 so far) and lower home prices.Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in...2024-10-0615 min
Spin It!The Velvet Underground And Nico - The Velvet Underground And Nico: Episode 169Peel slowly and see what we have in store this week-- it's The Velvet Underground And Nico! What happens when experimentalists Lou Reed and John Cale join forces with eccentric pop artist Andy Warhol? Turns out they make one of the most influential and regarded cult classic records of the late '60s. Its raunchy, suggestive, and provocative lyrics kept them off the radio, but won over fans worldwide. We'll talk about their unusual origins and eventual disbanding. The Mixtaper reactivates our arachnophobia, bargains with art, and introduces us to a couple who can't seem to stick together. Run...2024-10-041h 50Helping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockA Major Shift in The Real Estate Market in September! Here's What You Need To Know!Another major shift in the real estate market in September as a result of these 7 announcements/changes. In this episode of Brick by Brick: Building Wealth Through Real Estate with me, Nico James-Bock, a Broker and CondoWiz at Royal LePage Signature Realty, I outline the 7 announcements/changes and provide my insight in what they mean for you:1. BoC makes it’s 3rd interest rate cut, bringing the overnight lending rate to 4.25% and indicated further rate cuts in future announcements. 2. National Inflation Rates Drops to 2% - Meets the BoC's Target Rate3. No new str...2024-09-2818 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockInvest in Preconstruction?!?! In This Economy???!! Hell Yes!!!!Investing in Preconstruction in this economy is one of the best ways you can enter the market and build wealth. In this episode I talk about the differences between re-sale and pre-construction and the benefits of investing in pre-construction in ANY economy. My name is Nico James-Bock and I'm a Broker and CondoWiz™ with Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto.Some Benefits of Preconstruction Investing1. Potential for Appreciatio2. Customization 3. Extended Payment Structure4. Newer and Modern Amenities5. New Home Builder Warranties6. Fixed Price7. Hed...2024-07-1532 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockHome Inspections?!? In This Economy???Are home inspections still relevant in this economy???Yes!!! Not only are they relevant, they are in my opinion obligatory.In this episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick, I talk about why I believe Home Inspections are necessary in ANY economy and in particular in this economy. My name is Nico James-Bock and I am a Broker and CondoWiz™ at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto.What is a Home Inspection?A home inspection is a professional, third-party inspection of a property that you intend to bu...2024-07-1118 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockFive Things You Absolutely Should Know About This Summer Market!This is a very strange market...to some. To others in this business, it's another cycle in the business of real estate. Residential real estate markets are very sensitive to economic changes. Interest rates (ier the cost of buying) is on of those factors that have a direct influence on real estate.My name is Nico James-Bock. Welcome to another episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick. Here's what you need to know:1. Looking to BUY Real Estate, Now Could Be Your Opportune Time. Especially if you are a first-time...2024-07-1119 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockThe New Homeowners Portection Act, 2024: 5 Things You Should KnowOn May 27 the Government of Ontario announced the Homeowner Protection Act, 2024, This new act is designed to increase safeguards for consumers, provide greater transparency in the housing sector, and provide for more housing to help get a handle on the runaway housing crisis.I’m Nico James-Bock, a broker with Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. In this episode of Brick By Brick: Building Wealth Through Real Estate, I outline the 5 aspects of the new act. The act if passed would Include banning registrations for Notices of Security Interest (NOSIs) on title...2024-05-3113 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockBreaking Down The 2024 Federal Budget: What It Means For You & HousingThe latest Canadian Federal Budget has introduced several measures aimed at addressing the country's housing crisis, supporting affordability, and increasing the supply of homes. Welcome to a new episode. I'm Nico James-Bock, a Broker with Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. Here are 6 key housing highlights from the budget announced on April 16th:1. Enhancement of the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive: The budget proposes changes to the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive, which aims to make homeownership more affordable for first-time buyers. The adjustments include expanding eligibility criteria and increasing the income thresholds, allowing more individuals an...2024-05-0210 min
This Indie Life28: Nico and Dago talk about the dark side of entrepreneurshipThe first guest of This Indie Life is here!Nico and I talked about the dark side of entrepreneurship: from getting his first gray hair at 26 to being on the verge of breaking up with his girlfriend... but we had some laughs too 😁Nico's linksNico's TwitterTalknotes - his audio transcription + rewriting appMaker Ads Guide - course on running adsSo you suck, now what? - post on his blogThis week's sponsor - BetterLegalChad Sakonchick X accountBetterLegal - Setup an LLC in the US in 5 minutesDago's linksDagobert's Twi...2024-03-2758 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockBUY First or SELL First? Your Real Estate Questions AnsweredShould I buy first or sell first?I get asked this very often.Before making any changes to your REP, the very first thing you do is to talk to your 3 TRUSTED advisers:Realtor - can guide you in terms of pricing, buyer/seller sentiment, market conditions, real estate fundamentals.Mortgage Broker AND your bank contact/Financial Adviser if they are the same person. If you have an existing mortgage with CIBC or RBC, then speak with them first as they do not deal with...2024-03-0211 min
Solfate Podcast - Interviews with blockchain founders/builders on SolanaElusiv: Enabling Private Token Swaps on Solana (w/ Nico, co-founder)A conversation with Nico, the co-founder of Elusiv.❤️🔥 Click here to mint this episode as an NFT on Solana - solfate.link/mint46 💪Full show notes: solfate.com/podcast/46Follow the @SolfatePod show on Twitter for updates. Thanks for listening frens :)Notes from the showElusiv is a privacy protocol built on Solana that allows users to conduct private transactions while remaining compliant. The transaction fees for using Elusiv are relatively low, making it an affordable option. The combination of privacy and compliance makes Elusiv a valuable too...2024-03-0154 minSunCastThe “Carfax” of Solar, How Software is (finally) Transforming Fieldwork Management, With James Nagel & David Penalva of HelioVolta Can the solar industry utilize advanced data analytics and software to address the challenges of integrating renewable energy sources into the grid, maintaining project quality, and ensuring long-term asset value? Where are there still gaps to address? As the industry matures, project developers, asset owners and grid operators are increasingly focusing on leveraging data streams from the field to enhance project performance as well as grid reliability. However, one element of data gathering has been a perennial gray area - accurate fieldwork management, which is still a very manual process in just about every respect. And it...2024-02-221h 35Helping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockNavigating 6 Canadian Real Estate Taxes - The Essential GuideIn this episode of The Real Estate Podcast with me, Nico James-Bock, a Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in downtown Toronto, we delve into the intricacies of 6 Canadian real estate taxes, focusing on the major taxes involved in a typical residential transaction. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a tenant looking to jump into home ownership , or a seasoned investor, understanding these taxes is crucial for making informed decisions in the Canadian real estate market, in general, and more specifically, in the GTA.This is not a comprehensive list nor is it tax advice. For tax matters...2024-02-1211 minSunCastCOP28, A Primer: Global Progress Checkpoint for the Paris Agreement with Julia Pyper, Myles Fish, and James Ellsmoor COP28 is the 28th annual Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention (UNFCC) on Climate Change which will be held in Dubai (UAE) and runs from November 30-December 12.If that's more than you already knew, you're in luck because today we learn from folks who have participated in multiple COP events and learned the ins and outs from the inside. This year's COP marks the pivotal halfway point between when the Paris Agreement was established at COP21, and its 2030 targets. COP28 UAE also marks the conclusion of the inaugural five-yearly g...2023-11-301h 08
Stupid Hearts ClubThe Busking Chronicles - Bonus Series - Starsailor's James WalshWelcome to the Stupid Hearts Club! The Club for everyone with a Stupid Heart-------------------Enjoy this free snippet of Nico's new Patreon exclusive podcast, The Busking Chronicles, which he recorded with James Walsh of Starsailor fame. I have made a really cool episode of The Busking Chronicles here for you guys. James and I met when we both played a fancy pants Soho clubs acoustic night after the last winter lockdown, with James headlining and blowing everyone away with his voice, while I held his beer and then caught Covid. It was...2023-11-2217 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockThe Sky is NOT Falling! Real Estate Market Fall 2023 RecapPeople the sky is not falling. Times are tougher, yes. But this "sky is falling" narrative makes for good headlines but rarely tells the whole story.Welcome to another episode of the Real Estate Podcast with me, Nico James-Bock, a Broker and CondoWiz™ at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Toronto.Looking forward I believe there are a few things we need to remember. We are lucky to live in a place that is one of the most sought after in the world. Over 1 million people came to our country last year and we anticipate another re...2023-10-1406 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockYour Market Recap for Week Ended Sept 23 2023The GTA resale housing market activity was muted during August due to a seasonal lull in sales during the second half of the summer and as buyers awaited the Bank of Canada’s last interest rate decision on Sept 06th, a rate hold, following its July increase to a 22-year high of 5.0%. This is your recap of the August stats followed by my thoughts and analysis of what is going on in today's residential real estate market. If you are planning on entering the real estate market soon or are currently a homeowner, it’s important to follo...2023-09-2307 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockYour Market Recap for Week Ended Sep 09 2023 - What A Week!Welcome to another episode of the Real Estate Podcast with me, Nico James-Bock. In this episode I recap the recent event that led up to the BoC's rate hold announcement on Sep 06th, including the TRREB August 2023 Market Stats and trends shaping our market. Here is my Market Recap for the week ended Sep 09th: Nico's Quick Facts:Affordability in Toronto remains a very controversial issue, exacerbated by misguided government policies + the influx of people pouring into the GTA. Co-ownership has emerged as a way to get into and stay in the market. By co-owning a pro...2023-09-1405 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-Bock5 Reasons Why AI Won't Replace The Real Estate AgentI was recently asked, what I thought of Artificial Intelligence and if I thought it would one day replace the real estate professional.My answer? AI definitely has a place in real estateRealtors often us AI to generate or help bolster contentThe recent controversy over AI in the film industry got me thinking...Would I enjoy the movie experience as much if the main players or even the peripheral players were generated by AI? The answer is NO.In this episode of the The Real Estate Podcast with me...2023-08-1304 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockToday's Residential Market - Here are 3 Key Indicators Everyone Should Know AboutIn today's episode of The Real Estate Podcast, I talk about the 3 key indicators everyone should know about if they are going to understand what's happening in the residential market right now:3 Key Indicators:Supply IndicatorsDemand IndicatorsPrice IndicatorsNico's Final Comments:•The fact that GTA housing prices returned to positive year-over-year growth in June should provide a signal to the market that the correction everyone is talking about is likely over. This should bolster confidence in both buyers and sellers. •What about interest rates? Well, any further inter...2023-07-2913 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockBoC Rate Announcement Jul 12 2023 - Opinions & Insights with Guest Sean HumphriesMy special guest on today's episode of the Real Estate Podcast with Nico James-Bock is award-winning mortgage broker Sean Humphries from Dominion Lending Centres. Wer discuss the new rate announcement and what it means for consumers.The Bank of Canada has raised its policy interest rate again, making the cost of borrowing more expensive.The 25 basis points hike brings the Bank’s overnight rate to 5 per cent, the highest it’s been since 2001.In its Monetary Policy Report, the Bank of Canada says the rate increase was necessary to help slow economic growth and...2023-07-1221 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-Bock7 Factors Driving Today's Real Estate MarketWelcome to a new episode of the Real Estate Podcast with me, Nico James-Bock, a Broker with Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. Today is another big day in Real Estate as there are 2 events taking place today that will help determine the balance of the year and beyond. July 12th Events1. BoC Rate Announcement2. Swearing-in of a new mayor of Toronto: Olivia ChowSeven Factors Driving Today's Real Estate Market1. Cost of Ownership2. Job Security3. Population Growth4. Supply5. Regulatory Changes6. Global Factors2023-07-1221 min
BJKS Podcast72. Nico Schuck: Replay, cognitive maps, and multivariate decoding with fMRINico Schuck is Professor and head of the research group 'Mechanisms of learning and change' at the University of Hamburg, where his research focuses on the neuroscience of learning, memory, and cognitive maps. In this conversation, we discuss his work on cognitive maps and replay in Orbitofrontal Cortex and Hippocampus, decoding even brief events with fMRI, and much more.BJKS Podcast is a podcast about neuroscience, psychology, and anything vaguely related, hosted by Benjamin James Kuper-Smith.Support the show: https://geni.us/bjks-patreonTimestamps00:00: Nico's work elicits 'limited enthusiasm'04:36: Multivariate decoding...2023-06-0458 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockInflation Rises Again! Blip or Trend?Canada's inflation rate reversed its brief cooling trend last month and moved higher, to a 4.4 per cent annual rate.Economists had been expecting new data released by Statistics Canada to show the cost of living had eased from March's 4.3 per cent pace to something around 4/4.1 per cent. Instead, it moved higher again, as the cost of things like gasoline, rent and mortgages increased during the month.This increase in the inflation rate will not come as welcome news to the BoC, which has been raising its interest rate aggressively since March 2022 wrestle down t...2023-05-2416 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockBeware of The MACKENZIE INVESTMENTS Phishing Scam!Welcome to the latest episode of The Real Estate Podcast with Nico James-Bock. I received an official-looking letter from "Mackenzie Investments", a company of which I am aware but I have never transacted any business with this company. Upon checking various elements of the letter, I determined that it was a scam. Scammers used a photocopy of the MacKenzie Investments letterhead and created a rather lengthy 4-page letter warning of a data breach. Here are my 6 tips to avoid getting hooked by such a bold attempt at phishing:1. Verify links before you click them. ... 2. Av...2023-05-1210 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-Bock5 Things You Need to Know Now About Today's GTA Real Estate MarketIt has been just over a year since the BoC started hiking interest rates. While the economy has remained very resilient, the housing market has undergone significant changes. There is a rapidly growing housing shortage. As population growth remains strong and immigration targets rise, new home construction cannot keep up with the demand, putting pressure on prices. Demand for rental properties is also surging, and rents have risen sharply for new tenants. In this episode of The Real Estate Podcast with me, Nico James-Bock, a Broker with Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto, here are the 5 things...2023-05-1119 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockThe Kipling Station Condos After-Launch PresentationKipling Station Condos had it's official launched on May 8 2023 at 11:00am. I attended the exclusive Agent Only All Access Launch Event at Massey Hall. In this episode of The Real Estate Podcast with Nico, I provide an overview of this amazing new condo project by CentreCourt in the new Downtown Etobicoke.CondoWiz Project HighlightsCommunity: Islington-City Centre WestType: Low-Mid-High-RiseStyle: ApartmentCondo Corp: 0000Floors: 50Units: 552Builder(s): CentreCourtArchitect(s): B+H ArchitectsInterior Designer(s): Figure3Date Completed: November 2027 (Estimated)There i...2023-05-0921 minHelping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-BockCondoWiz™ Top 10 GTA PreCon ProjectsIn this episode of the Real Estate Podcast with Nico James-Bock, seven condo and 3 castle (freehold) pre-construction projects will be presented:The CondoWiz™Top 10 Pre-Construction GTA Projects: AKRA Living - Curated Properties - Yonge St & Eglinton Avenue East Kipling Station Condos - CentreCourt - Dundas St W & Aukland Rd (just west of Kipling Avenue) at the Kipling Mobility HubLansing Square - Almadev - Sheppard & Hwy 404Raglan House - CamrostFelcorp - Bathurst & St Clair Ave WestUnion City - Metropia - Unionville next to the Go...2023-04-1123 min