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The Toronto Real Estate Podcast | Stories, Lifestyle & Trends with Fox Marin AssociatesEpisode #132 | 🇨🇦 The Bank of Canada Just Cut 🪓 Rates Again: What Happens Next? | Toronto Real EstateThe Bank of Canada delivered another 25 bps rate cut, marking two consecutive reductions this year. Ralph Fox (Broker of Record, Fox Marin Associates) sits down with Jason Friesen (Outline Financial) to unpack what this means for Toronto real estate, mortgage holders, and the Canadian economy. ____________________________________________________Speakers:Ralph Fox (Co-Founder and Broker of Record at Fox Marin)Jason Friesen (Managing Partner at Outline Financial)
2025-10-2930 minThe Toronto Real Estate Podcast | Stories, Lifestyle & Trends with Fox Marin AssociatesEpisode #126 | Bank of Canada Cuts Rates 💰: What This Means for Toronto Real Estate 2025 📈 | Toronto Real EstateThe Bank of Canada has just made a move, cutting the key policy rate by 25 basis points to 2.50%, the first cut in six months. What does that mean for interest rates, mortgage payments, and homebuyer behaviour? In this episode, we unpack the fallout of the rate cut alongside current trends in buyer sentiment, condo vs detached performances, and what’s ahead as we head into Fall 2025. Whether you’re investing, buying, or selling, you’ll want to know what this new environment looks like. ____________________________________________________Speakers:Ralph Fox (Co-Founder and Broker of Record at Fox Mar...
2025-09-1947 min
Tales from the Mennonite Heritage ArchivesSUMMER REWIND - Prosperity Ever – Depression Never: Steinbach in the 1930sSend us a textSummer Rewind - Author Ralph Friesen sits down with Dan Dyck to discuss his recently published book Prosperity Ever – Depression Never: Steinbach in the 1930s. Published by the Manitoba Mennonite Historical Society, this book looks at the history of this community, primarily Mennonite, and how it weathered the Great Depression better than other communities in Manitoba at the time.Your donations help preserve and share stories like this one! Make a gift here or call 204.560.1998.Find out more by visiting the Mennonite Heritage Archives website - https://ww...
2025-08-1115 minThe Toronto Real Estate Podcast | Stories, Lifestyle & Trends with Fox Marin AssociatesEpisode #119 | Mid-2025 Toronto Real Estate Forecast 👀 What’s Really Happening? | Toronto Real EstateWelcome back to the Toronto Real Estate Podcast! In this episode, Ralph Fox sits down with Jason Friesen, mortgage broker and partner at Outline Financial, to talk rates, real estate, and reality checks—as we hit the midway point of 2025.Together, they unpack everything from interest rate policy, bond yields, and inflation pressures to the psychology of today’s buyers, condo market trends, and predictions for Fall 2025. With boots-on-the-ground insights and a healthy dose of realism, this conversation is essential viewing for anyone trying to make sense of the current Toronto housing market.____________________________________________________Speakers:Ra...
2025-08-0145 minThe Toronto Real Estate Podcast | Stories, Lifestyle & Trends with Fox Marin AssociatesEpisode #94 | What Does This Mean for Toronto Real Estate? | Toronto Real EstateThe Bank of Canada has officially cut interest rates again—so what does this mean for the Toronto Real Estate market? Ralph Fox sits down with mortgage expert Jason Friesen from Outline Financial to break down the impact of this latest 25 basis point reduction.Ralph & Jason discuss what’s next for rates, how global uncertainty (including US politics and tariffs) affects Canada’s economy, and how buyers, sellers, and investors should navigate the shifting real estate landscape.The duo also dive into pre-construction challenges, the rental market slowdown, and why some buyers are re-entering the market...
2025-01-3131 minThe Toronto Real Estate Podcast | Stories, Lifestyle & Trends with Fox Marin AssociatesEpisode #87 | BOC Strikes AGAIN! Now What? | Toronto Real EstateJoin Ralph Fox, Broker of Record and Co-Founder of Fox Marin Associates, as he explores the Bank of Canada's latest jumbo rate cut and its ripple effects on the economy and Toronto's Real Estate market. This episode features special guest Jason Friesen, Managing Partner at Outline Financial, to help unpack the implications of rate cuts, mixed economic signals, & what these changes mean for homebuyers, investors, and the rental market.
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2024-12-1327 minTales from the Mennonite Heritage ArchivesProsperity Ever – Depression Never: Steinbach in the 1930sSend us a textAuthor Ralph Friesen sits down with Dan Dyck to discuss his recently published book Prosperity Ever – Depression Never: Steinbach in the 1930s. Published by the Manitoba Mennonite Historical Society, this book looks at the history of this community, primarily Mennonite, and how it weathered the Great Depression better than other communities in Manitoba at the time.Your donations help preserve and share stories like this one! Make a gift here or call 204.560.1998.Find out more by visiting the Mennonite Heritage Archives website - https://www.mharchives.ca/
2024-11-1715 minThe Toronto Real Estate Podcast | Stories, Lifestyle & Trends with Fox Marin AssociatesEpisode #80 | BOC Makes Jumbo Move! Now What?! | Toronto Real EstateIn this episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, Ralph Fox and Jason Friesen discuss the Bank of Canada’s recent 50 basis point rate cut and its implications for homebuyers, investors, and the overall real estate market. Join us at Fox Marin as we explore how this move impacts borrowing costs and housing affordability and what it signals about Canada’s economy compared to the U.S.
Ralph & Jason dive deep into the differences between fixed and variable mortgage rates, how new mortgage rules will shift purchasing power, and why Canadians feel the squeeze on their wallets. Plus, they shar...
2024-10-2529 minThe Toronto Real Estate Podcast | Stories, Lifestyle & Trends with Fox Marin AssociatesEpisode #75 | Feds Pivots & New Lending Rules: Market Impact? | Toronto Real EstateIn this episode, Ralph Fox, Broker of Record at Fox Marin and Jason Friesen, Partner at Outline Financial, discuss recent changes affecting the US and Canadian mortgage markets, including the Fed's decision to cut its overnight lending rate by 50 basis points and Canada's updated mortgage rules. They explore what these changes mean for first-time buyers, how the Toronto real estate market might react, and the overall shift in consumer sentiment.
KEY TOPICS INCLUDE
-The Fed's rate cuts and potential influence on the Bank of Canada
-Canada's mortgage cap increased from $1 million to $1.5 million
-More relaxed mortgage guidelines and what...
2024-09-2027 minThe Toronto Real Estate Podcast | Stories, Lifestyle & Trends with Fox Marin AssociatesEpisode #73 | Interest Rate Cut! Now What? | Toronto Real EstateThis video examines the Bank of Canada's recent decision to reduce interest rates by 25 basis points—the third rate cut in a row. While this cut primarily affects variable rates and lines of credit, fixed mortgage rates have already adjusted and are now in the fours, a notable drop from earlier this year.
Managing Partner & Mortgage Agent Jason Friesen of Outline Financial and Broker of Record at Fox Marin, Ralph Fox, discuss the implications of these rate cuts on housing affordability and market sentiment while also addressing the lingering concerns surrounding job security, the economy, and how weakness in th...
2024-09-0638 minThe Toronto Real Estate Podcast | Stories, Lifestyle & Trends with Fox Marin AssociatesEpisode #58 | Real Estate Market Predictions | Toronto Real EstateAn update on inventory, rates, and predictions. Join us as we examine the current state of the Toronto real estate market.
We tackle challenging questions like:
1: How might future interest rate changes impact the real estate market, and could potential rate cuts ease financial pressures and boost activity?
2: What does the significant increase in listings for detached, semi-detached, and condo properties mean for market trends and prices?
3: How do employment rates and inflation influence central bank decisions in Canada and the U.S., and what could this mean for the real estate market?
4: What are the differences between investor-driven...
2024-05-1733 minThe Toronto Real Estate Podcast | Stories, Lifestyle & Trends with Fox Marin AssociatesEpisode #54 | Federal Budget 2024: Tax Hikes & Spending | Toronto Real EstateIn this weekly episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, host Ralph Fox is joined by real estate expert Jason Friesen to analyze the implications of Canada's Budget 2024 on the housing market. Dive into a detailed discussion covering key topics such as rental income, tax hikes, government initiatives, and more. Join us as we explore the potential impacts on investors, homeowners, and the overall real estate landscape.
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Speakers:
Ralph Fox (Co-Founder and Broker of Record at Fox Marin)
Jason Friesen (Real Estate Expert)
2024-04-1933 min
eventoplena - Berge - Wasser - GeschichtenGood Guy JohnnyDer Sylter Kapitän Jon Andresen
Das Bistro mit dem Namen Onkel Johnny's steht auf Holzpfählen direkt an den Dünen. Das weltberühmte „Rote Kliff“ liegt nur einen Katzensprung entfernt. Ein Schild hängt am Kiosk vor dem Gebäude: Hier FKK-Bereich! „Das hätte Onkel Johnny vermutlich nicht sonderlich gestört“, sagt Andreas Behrens. „Obwohl er dem ganzen neumodischen Kram oft eher skeptisch gegenüberstand.“ Gemeinsam mit seinem älteren Bruder Oliver hat „Desche“ (Sylter Kurzform für Andreas) das Bistro mitten in der Corona-Pandemie vor zwei Jahren eröffnet. Aber so sind sie, die Friesen. Sie packen an und machen, anstat...
2022-08-0756 min
AfterthoughtSouthern Manitoba Mennonites; History and Current Realities - Part Two: the Settler Experience - with Ralph FriesenIn Episode 1, Erika Wiebe talked to Ralph Friesen about the Russia experience of the Mennonites who ended up immigrating to Southern Manitoba in the 1800s. In this episode, they talk about the settler experience, with an eye to uncovering historical events which might help explain the response of Southern Manitoba Mennonites to the Covid pandemic.Â
2022-05-0629 minAfterthoughtSouthern Manitoba Mennonites; History and Current Realities - Part 1: The Russia Experience - with Ralph FriesenAfterthought co-host Erika Wiebe has Mennonite heritage and grew up in rural Saskatchewan. During her 40 plus years in Winnipeg she noticed a difference in political and social norms between her Mennonite experience, and the Mennonites of Southern Manitoba. The Covid pandemic has highlighted some of these differences with the high rates of vaccine hesitancy and opposition to government mandates in Southern Manitoba.Â
In a quest to find out if maybe these differences can be explained at all by different immigration histories between the two groups, Erika spoke to Ralph Friesen, author of three books which inform this i...
2022-04-2827 min