Vancouver Real Estate Podcast

Colin Krieg, a Kelowna REALTOR® and market analyst, joins Luke Turry, President of Mission Group, to discuss the shifting Kelowna real estate landscape. Colin reveals a drastic drop in sales from peak levels and identifies hot neighborhoods driving buyer interest. Luke unveils a bold one-day 20% discount sale on lakefront properties as a strategy to revitalize the market. They explore the growing dominance of local buyers and how Kelowna is transitioning into a stable urban center, while also offering insights on investment opportunities in the evolving landscape.

Vancouver's housing market is in worse shape today than five years ago. Not because of Trump or the economy or market cycles, but because of misguided policies that have fundamentally undermined property rights and destroyed real estate value. SFU Finance professor Andrey Pavlov sits down with Adam & Matt to deliver his unflinching analysis of BC's housing crisis, revealing how measures like speculation taxes and rent controls have backfired spectacularly. From Canada’s shocking 22nd-place global ranking in GDP per capita to the hidden dangers of converting condos to rentals, this conversation challenges every assumption about what's really broken in Vancouver real estate. What makes the speculation tax the most destructive policy in BC history? Is government-imposed risk the actual driving force for our current market stagnation? And is Vancouver actually in a full-blown recession that nobody's talking about? Don’t miss this provocative reality check on Vancouver’s housing future!

All's fair in love and real estate – or is it? Harper Grey lawyer C. Ryan Chan sits down with Adam & Matt this week to reveal what every couple needs to know before signing on the dotted line. From the myth of automatic 50/50 splits to why cohabitation agreements are becoming essential in Vancouver's high-stakes market, Ryan breaks down how relationship law intersects with real estate ownership. The conversation explores everything from prenups to protecting inherited property, plus crucial advice for parents gifting down payments to their children. Should you hold property as joint tenants or tenants in common? What should parents consider before gifting that down payment? And what happens to the money you spent renovating your partner's property if you split? Don't miss these essential legal insights that could not only save your assets but your relationship!

The Cowichan Decision has rocked Metro Vancouver — but what does it really mean for homeowners, real estate investors, and property ownership in Metro Vancouver and the province? Vancouver lawyer Sam Adkins joins Matt & Adam to unpack the landmark ruling that recognized Aboriginal title on private land in Richmond, a first in Canadian history! Could this ruling challenge the very foundation of private property ownership in B.C.? What happens to mortgage renewals and home sales inside claim areas? Will this spark a wave of new title claims across the province and country? Sam explains the case, the players, and what happens next as this decision heads to appeal. From the constitutional roots of Aboriginal title to the practical realities for everyday property owners, this conversation cuts through the noise to reveal what’s at stake for the future of land in B.C. A must listen for anyone who owns, plans to own, lends on, or develops land in British Columbia.

With only six weeks left before the market shuts down for the holidays, Metro Vancouver sellers face a critical decision - list now or wait until spring? Adam & Matt tackle the tough fall reality this week, where active listings sit 36% above the ten-year average, sales are down 20% & “shadow” inventory adds thousands more properties to your competition. From pricing strategies that work in a 10% sales ratio environment to understanding why patience isn't your friend anymore, this episode delivers the course correction sellers need right now. Should you push through the fall or wait for spring when inventory pressures could be even worse? How do you stand out when buyers have endless choices? And with sales ratios hovering around 10%, what does it actually take to be the one property that sells? Tune in for the strategies that work when kicking the can down the road is no longer an option.

Dustan Woodhouse, a mortgage expert and author, dives into Vancouver's hidden housing crisis. He reveals that nearly half of new 'supply' consists of rentals rather than homes for sale, intensifying the challenge for aspiring homeowners. Dustan discusses the drastic drop in mortgage approval rates, the inequity of long amortization terms, and the political implications of a generation becoming lifetime renters. His insights raise urgent questions about the future of homeownership and the need for coordinated government action.

Vancouver's largest intergenerational wealth transfer is underway and most families are completely unprepared. Founding Partner of Bell Alliance Richard Bell sits down with Adam & Matt this week to reveal how property owners can avoid costly estate planning mistakes that drain thousands from their families. From the shocking reality of dying without a will to joint tenancy strategies that bypass probate fees, this conversation tackles the complications when property owners die without proper planning. Richard breaks down wills, powers of attorney, and capital gains implications for BC homeowners while sharing practical solutions for vacation properties, investment assets, and second marriages. When should you add your kids to title? How do you structure inheritance to protect your children's future? And why is simplifying your estate the key to protecting your family? Don't miss this one!

The housing debate deepens as opposing voices tackle the thorniest questions in Vancouver's affordability crisis. In part two, UBC lecturer Erick Villagomez and Wesgroup CEO Beau Jarvis continue the dialogue with Adam & Matt, diving into Canada's $2 trillion capital shortage, foreign investment overcorrections, and whether investors are destroying or saving the city. The clash intensifies over speculation policies and Beau's explosive claim that strip malls next to SkyTrain stations are now worth more than their development potential. Where did we go wrong? Both examine alternative housing models and question where public money actually goes while confronting aging rental stock facing impossible economics. Can Vancouver's housing system function when the numbers don't work for anyone? Are real estate investors providing a service or destroying our city? And what happens when filtering theory meets displacement reality? Don't miss the conclusion of this revealing two-part conversation.

Sparks fly when two opposing voices in Vancouver's housing crisis clash over the housing fundamentals this week: how did we get here? Who’s to blame? And what needs to happen to bring Vancouver out of its affordability emergency? UBC’s Erick Villagomez and Wesgroup’s Beau Jarvis sit down with Adam & Matt to debate everything from the deep mistrust in the housing conversation to the need for foreign investment to the role of government involvement in building housing moving forward. Can’t we all just get along? And, in fact. unexpected moments do emerge where both sides find points of agreement and shared frustration. Can these opposing perspectives find any common ground when examining Canada's $2 trillion capital shortage? What happens when academic theory meets real-world development economics? And why might collaboration be more possible than Vancouver's polarized housing debate suggests? Don't miss this revealing confrontation that exposes where the real battle lines are drawn.

After months of project cancellations and market uncertainty, Vancouver home builders are finally starting to see a path through the current downturn. Edgar Development President Matthew McClenaghan sits down this week with Adam & Matt to talk current market conditions & outline the path forward for Vancouver's real estate comeback. From replacing boom or bust market cycles to pivoting toward end-user buyers, McClenaghan details how the industry is adapting to survive today's challenges to emerge stronger tomorrow. And that turnaround may come quicker than many think. What subtle market signals does McClenaghan see that suggest recovery may arrive sooner than most expect? What's behind the recent uptick in buyer activity after months of hesitation? And why does this eternal optimist believe the next few years will favor those who act now? Don't miss this one!