Vancouver Real Estate Podcast

Sometimes the biggest threats come from the things you cannot see. And, no, we are not talking about ghosts, although that’s what’s keeping Secret up at night. Today’s show takes us underground to talk about an often overlooked danger lurking just beneath your feet: oil tanks. GeoScan Subsurface Surveys’ Joseph Salazar joins Adam & Matt this week to chart why oil tanks are problematic, tank timelines, clues that a house was on oil, why your uncle’s metal detector is not enough, and some horror stories too. Trust us! You’ll tank us later.

Rents are on the rise with a lack of rental stock and the stress test limiting potential buyers. So, what better time to bring on President of Bullpen Research and Consulting Ben Myers. Having worked in international markets, studied rental data, and advised big-time developers, Ben offers a unique perspective on Canadian real estate markets. Tune in for the best opportunities in Vancouver, Toronto and beyond! We are going BIG... get it, cause Ben. Giddy up!  

What does it take to claw your way to the top of the hyper competitive world of Vancouver real estate? Turns out a lot more collaboration and a lot less clawing than you might think. Michael Uy & Morgan Browne, co-founders and Partners at Oakwyn Realty, sit down with Adam & Matt to discuss the meteoric rise of Oakwyn Realty and the practices that have led to Oakwyn having a strong comparative advantage in our marketplace. These young entrepreneurs talk taking on the established world of real estate brokerages, creating a culture of success, as well as some catastrophic failures that might have buckled the best of them. And turns out they also know a thing or two about real estate investing. Where would they buy? What is the best long-term hold? And what is the most important real estate metric? Trust us – it is one you have never heard!   

"What's going on?" Not only a provocative question posed by soul icon Marvin Gaye, but also the title of Michael Ferreira's State of the Union address at the recent UDI breakfast series. And, in the last quarter of 2019, what better time to reflect not only on what's going on in the market but what's to come. This week, Principals Michael Ferreira & Jon Bennest from Urban Analytics join Adam & Matt for a far-reaching discussion on the current market, the areas that suffered most in the market down-turn, where presales are set to rebound quickly, and predictions for the 2020 Vancouver real estate market. That's right - You heard it through the grapevine! This jam-packed, soulful hour will leave even the most seasoned investors thinking "Let's Get It On!" Also, sexual healing.

When it comes to Vancouver real estate, “location, location, location” has become “SkyTrain, SkyTrain, SkyTrain”. So many industry leaders on this podcast have advised to buy near SkyTrain Stations but what if you want to get in on the ground floor? Translink’s CEO Kevin Desmond sits down with Adam and Matt to discuss the future of Metro Vancouver’s Skytrain Lines & Rapid Transit Expansion and it does not disappoint. The Broadway Line, Surrey LRT, and Rapidbus expansion are only some of the exciting projects that will unlock our growing region over the next decades. This is one stop you won’t want to miss...now stand clear of the closing doors!

Many homeowners strive to pay down their mortgage as the first step to financial freedom but what if that was absolutely wrong? Forgot the warm & fuzzy feeling that freedom from mortgage debt promises and think logical paths to true financial freedom. Robinson Smith and Kyle Green sit down with Adam and Matt to discuss ways to unlock the potential in homeownership - the potential to grow your investment portfolio, invest efficiently from a tax perspective over time, and genuinely grow wealthy! Your home equity is the first step for so many aspiring investors and this discussion is guaranteed to inspire everyone from the first-time buyers to the seasoned investor. Listen Up!

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Hanging out with Todd Talbot has greater benefits than being the envy of every soccer mom (and dad!) across Canada; you can also learn from a seasoned and VERY strategic real estate investor! This week, Todd joins Adam & Matt to chat about failures, successes, motivations and lessons learned in the Vancouver market. We unpack his most recent purchase this spring, where and how to find cash-flow, strategies for working with trades & why some partnerships just don’t work. This is Todd sans make-up and hair and willing to share. He doesn’t disappoint!

What’s an insider’s take on the Vancouver Real Estate Market? Well, with a Spring Market that didn’t show up, an anticipated uptick in our Fall market & an election on the way, few people are offering an opinion. Until now. This week, Ben Taylor, Director of Sales at Anthem Properties Group and long-time real estate insider and investor, joins Adam & Matt to offer his two cents, unpack the mistakes that pushed him further, and highlight where he sees the opportunities. You’ll need confidence to keep up with Ben. Level up and learn from the people on the inside. Also, we have video now! Check us out on YouTube and watch the Scalena Brothers fluctuate in weight in real-time.

Newly wed and nearly dead? Not anymore! With a burgeoning tech sector, thriving universities, and a growing Millennial population, Victoria has transformed into a hip and thriving city. Residential Realtor and Victoria developer Rick Hoogendoorn and top Commercial Broker and investment advisor Cory Wright sit down with Adam & Matt to detail the opportunities in both commercial and residential real estate. Is this current market the calm before the storm? Where and what are the best investment opportunities? And how does the Vancouver market inform what will happen next on the island? This isn’t your grandma’s Victoria!