Vancouver Real Estate Podcast

Predicting the future of Vancouver's real estate market has never been more challenging. From the unprecedented Covid Boom to unexpected suburban price surges to the series of interest rate hikes, the landscape has been turbulent. But the question on everyone's mind is: What's next for Vancouver housing in 2024? The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver’s Director of Economics & Data Analytics Andrew Lis sits down with Adam & Matt this week to provide a compelling forecast. We dissect the past and present to forecast Vancouver's real estate trajectory. This episode is not just about the trends — it's about understanding the key metrics that will drive the market in 2024. Don't miss Andrew Lis's expert analysis, where he unravels the complexities of the market and reveals the crucial indicators every investor, buyer, and seller should watch. Get ahead of the curve!.

To successfully invest in real estate you need to have a strong why. Without it you won’t get far and the first fumble is betting on the wrong neighborhood. That’s why understanding the nuances of every market is key and today’s guest has built a portfolio on just that.Fabric Living CEO Jordan MacDonald sits down with Adam & Matt to unpack East Vancouver real estate: how he understands the various neighborhood markets, what gets him excited about a deal & why Fabric Living doubles down on emerging markets with deep community roots & tremendous growth potential. All real estate is local & today’s episode is a masterclass on recognizing micro trends that shape larger markets. 

Hear from the man who called the explosive growth in Vancouver real estate prices more than a decade ago! Mortgage Architects President Dustan Woodhouse sits down with Adam & Matt to break down the Bank of Canada's latest rate decision and its impact on mortgages and the housing market. Get expert insights on navigating the current real estate challenges, strategies for higher interest rates, and predictions for Vancouver's property future. Will the 2020 gains in real estate prices be similar to the 2010s? This is essential listening for understanding Canadian real estate trends and investment opportunities in today's economic climate. Listen up!

Is this the time to be bold? How are industry leaders engaging these current market conditions? In this riveting episode, we delve into the Fall market's unique dynamics with sky high interest rates and inventory on the rise. This week, Jason Turcotte, President of Darwin Properties, sits down with Matt & Adam to shed light on how the pros are navigating the current market conditions. Is a buyer’s market here to stay? Tune in for an inside look at Vancouver’s ever-changing real estate landscape. Don't miss it!

Larry Beasley is back! Esteemed Urban Planner, Larry Beasley, who has made significant contributions to urban planning on a global scale, and previously served as the Co-Director of City Planning for Vancouver, sits down with Adam and Matt for the first time since the pandemic. How has the perception of Vancouver changed in the global conversation over the last few years? Is Vancouver still a leader in city planning? And what are the biggest challenges facing our city and region moving forward? With his vast experience as an urban planner, Larry not only reflects on Vancouver's past but also envisions its future as a global city. Listen up!

What’s happening with the Kelowna real estate market? In this special in studio episode, Matt & Adam sit down with Kelowna developer Jon Friesen, CEO of Mission Group, to discuss everything real estate from Kelowna's most iconic waterfront projects and upscale urban condos, to Jon’s insider perspective on the future of the city, the threat of wildfires, and the resiliency of the region. Is now a great time to buy Okanagan real estate? This is a masterclass on the Napa of the North!Here is a SECURE LINK to donate to Jayden Lee's 100 Mile run for BC Children's Hospital. 

Is the prospect of Canada’s economic “soft landing” becoming increasingly wishful thinking? And what does a potentially rocky Canadian recession mean for the Vancouver housing market? This week, Bank of Montreal Chief Economist Doug Porter sits down with Matt & Cory for an up-to-the-minute talk on the challenges that the Canadian economy faces over the next calendar year. Are we in a much worse situation now than we thought only weeks ago? Do elevated interest rates stay higher for longer and crush the Canadian housing market? And what are the key metrics that Doug is watching to read the economic tea leaves? Listen up to one of Canada’s best & brightest!Here is a SECURE LINK to donate to Jayden Lee's 100 Mile run for BC Children's Hospital. 

Looking for a concise overview of the economy and housing markets across North America? This week, Ali Wolf, Chief Economist at Zonda & Advisor to the White House (yes, that White House), sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss the US housing market, the Vancouver real estate market & Canadian real estate in general. Are we in a housing bubble? Why is new construction driving the US real estate market and can the same happen here? And where are the hot spots for Canadians investing South of the border? It's hard to cover North American real estate in under an hour, but we get pretty damn close. Listen up and get after it!Here is a SECURE LINK to donate to Jayden Lee's 100 Mile run for BC Children's Hospital. 

When it comes to real estate investing, we all know that time in the market is better than timing the market. No one knows this old adage better than Wesgroup Properties. Dean Johnson, Vice President of Development at Wesgroup, one of Western Canada's largest private developers, sits down with Matt & Adam to detail the company's proven approach to investing in Vancouver. We discuss the start of the Fall market, the ongoing impacts of interest rates and inflation, the top areas for investment in the Lower Mainland and the province, and the type of thinking required to make lasting moves in real estate. This is a master-class in investment strategy and community building, from the ground up. Get your notebook.Here is a SECURE LINK to donate to Jayden Lee's 100 Mile run for BC Children's Hospital. 

The Fall Market is two days old and already there is big news: a rate pause, new inventory, and a hanging verdict on where we go from here. This week, Murtaza Haider, Toronto Metropolitan University Professor & Financial Post Columnist, sits down with Matt & Adam to dig deep on all the burning questions top of mind. Does the Fall Market materialize? Will we see a rate cut in early 2024? And are real estate investors the only ones who can solve Canada’s housing crisis? This is an action packed episode that should come with a degree. Get your notebook!Here is a SECURE LINK to donate to Jayden Lee's 100 Mile run for BC Children's Hospital.