Vancouver Real Estate Podcast

Aragon Properties is known for innovation, pushing boundaries, challenging established real estate models, and setting new design standards. And these are not exactly the qualities of every homebuilder in Vancouver, an industry often marked by imitation.This week, Lenny Moy, Founder and President of Aragon Properties Ltd., sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss his 30+ year career as a developer, overseeing day-to-day business operations and continuously asking two questions: What can we do differently? And what can we do better?Today’s episode is both a deep dive into Lenny’s career and thoughts on the market, but it’s also a refreshing look at how to understand markets, analyze deals, and the relationship between real estate and purpose. We’ve been doing this podcast a long time and Lenny’s commitment and approach is truly unique – and one we can all learn from. 

It's been a strong start to the Summer, but as the Bank of Canada stomps on the housing market with another quarter point increase, many are wondering if the Fall will falter. This week, veteran Mortgage Specialist and owner of The Green Mortgage Team, Kyle Green, sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss his unique take on the market, the overall economy in relation to the world of financing, his top market picks, and a cautionary tale for would-be airbnb investors. How will rates soften the market in Q3 and Q4? Kyle's market insights & so much more!

Want to learn how to pick winning markets in under an hour? Many of you will know Cory Wright as Host of the Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast, but Cory is so much more - Founder & Managing Director of William Wright Commercial Real Estate Services, BIV’s Top 40 Under 40 award recipient, Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist, avid real estate investor, and - most importantly - one of the best deal finders we’ve ever met. So this week, Cory joins Matt & Adam to hold a master class on how to choose markets, find and analyze the best deals, and implement advanced strategies that will supercharge your portfolio. The strategies in this episode apply to both residential and commercial real estate investing. Enjoy.

Market forecasting is hard but some analysts seem to consistently get it right. Meet Phil Soper, President and CEO of Royal LePage. Phil and his team have consistently put out regional and national market reports that provide useful analysis you can trust.This week, Phil sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss the current state of the market, interest rates, inventory, and what home prices will do in the last half of 2023 and beyond. Will the Bank of Canada rate increases stifle demand? How will record immigration numbers impact the housing market? And where does Phil see buying opportunities in British Columbia and the rest of Canada?This is a deep dive on Canadian real estate with an emphasis on the Vancouver market. Buckle up!

What if we told you you could invest in major real estate projects across North America for as little as one dollar? Addy co-founder Stephen Jagger joins Adam & Matt to explain how Addy is changing the real estate investing landscape through its crowdfunding platform. Set up a profile, deposit anywhere between $1 to $2500 & start building your empire with a few mouse clicks. This is a new twist on the future of real estate - whether you are in the business of investing or the business of raising capital. Listen up!

We are closing out the spring real estate market with surprising appreciation in prices throughout the Lower Mainland. But we may not have seen anything yet. MLA Canada’s President, Ryan Lalonde, and the Executive Director, Cameron McNeil, sit down once again with Adam & Matt to discuss the current state of the real estate market. And, as always, they have some bold predictions that will surprise even the most seasoned real-estate aficionados.How is the presale market & does it play an outsized role in shaping the market overall? Which presale markets are the best buy today? And which sub-market could soon be headed to $1600 per square foot? Hint: it’s not in the City of Vancouver! All that and a box of Lee’s Donuts on today’s riveting episode!

There is no debate: Vancouver has a housing crisis. But that does not mean that there is no debate when it comes to the next best next steps for our city & region. Karen Finnan & Cheryl Grant from the Kitsilano Coalition sit down with Adam & Matt this week to discuss the explosive new project approved at W 7th & Arbutus in Kitsilano. Who should be consulted when new construction gets approved? Does all housing in all locations make sense in our supply constrained region? And should the provincial government be able to override local voices & stifle opposition? The project at W 7th & Arbutus has become the third rail in our housing debate & will set the path for years to come. Listen up! 

You may know our guest from his 2019 appearance on the show as the Executive Vice President of Bosa Properties. But a lot has changed for Daryl Simpson (& the market!) since then.With over 30 years of Vancouver real estate experience - from design, to construction, to marketing - there are few people who have Daryl’s understanding of our market. And today's episode is a masterclass. Daryl Simpson, now a Partner at Magnum Projects, sits down with Adam & Matt to share his insights on all things Vancouver real estate.Why is timing more important than location? What easy metric can help you time the bottom? And what strategies will take your real estate game from good to great? This only begins to capture the game-changing takeaways in today’s episode. Level up!

One surefire way to make money in real estate is to spot the market trends and act on them. StreetSide Developments is doing just that. A division of Qualico, Western Canada's largest privately owned real estate company, StreetSide is bringing generations of real estate expertise to the Lower Mainland. Jonathan Meads, Vice President of StreetSide, sits down with Matt and Adam to share his thoughts on the Vancouver real estate from his unique vantage point.Which areas are positioned for explosive growth? What building challenges are unique to Vancouver? And what does Jonathan think the market will do for the balance of 2023 and beyond? This is a great overview of the current state of the market with some juicy insights from one of the largest players in Western Canada. Listen up!

Today's guest has been analyzing and collecting data on residential new home construction and real estate trends since 1985. Now, as the head of the leading provider of data to the residential home building industry in North America, CEO of Zonda Jeff Meyers sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss the Vancouver real estate market, US & Canadian real estate at large, and where our local market mirrors and diverges from larger real estate trends.Does Vancouver real estate make sense? Why will inventory remain at record lows? And how is Zonda transforming the way new homes are built and sold? This is a data deep dive with a legend in the industry. Get your notepad!