Vancouver Real Estate Podcast

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. 

Guests on our show have one thing in common: they have big goals and a clear roadmap for how to achieve them. And today’s episode will give you a roadmap for your own success! Day-to-day CFO & side hustle founder of The Growth Guide, Clint Murphy, sits down with Matt & Adam to think big and execute with the perfect action plan. How should you approach your goals? What separates a good goal plan from a bad one? And what simple strategies will lead to massive success? This is a masterclass in goal planning for 2023 from a guy who definitely walks the walk. Level up!

The summer saw two rate increases with the strong potential for a third right after Labour Day & it’s leaving everyone wondering: will this break the real estate market? Hani Lammam, Executive Vice President of Cressey Development Group, sits down with Adam & Matt to give his take and it is anything but shortsighted. How will relentless rate increases impact both residential & commercial real estate for years to come? Are we entering a prolonged period of price discovery for many asset classes? And will the residential market see a glut of new inventory this fall? All that and so much more on today’s episode. Level up!  Here is a SECURE LINK to donate to Jayden Lee's 100 Mile run for BC Children's Hospital. 

Master-Planned Communities are often conceived of as self-contained neighborhoods which ensure residents have little reason to leave. But they are not often built to be actual destinations for others. Unless, that is, there is a local farmer’s market & much celebrated brewery anchoring the community square.This week, President of Century Group, Sean Hodgins, sits down with Adam & Matt for a sprawling conversation about building large-scale communities that both respect a community’s existing identity & push towards a modern, more sustainable future. This is more than a development; it's a vibrant, interconnected community designed to celebrate life at every corner. Learn how real estate developments are changing and how this might change your outlook on the market. Let’s go!Here is a SECURE LINK to donate to Jayden Lee's 100 Mile run for BC Children's Hospital. 

Tom Storey is a lot of things. He is the team lead at the Storey Group, a successful real estate team in downtown Toronto, co-host of the Tom Storey Show & an avid real estate investor. He is also a thoughtful real estate advisor.Today he sits down with Adam & Matt to discuss his straightforward investment philosophy, the state of the Toronto real estate market & similarities between Toronto & Vancouver real estate. What does a deal look like right now & where are the opportunities in Canada? Is now the time to buy Vancouver & Toronto? And what will the market do for the balance of 2023 & into 2024? Not to be missed!Here is a SECURE LINK to donate to Jayden Lee's 100 Mile run for BC Children's Hospital. 

The only thing with more heat than Wreck Beach right now is the speculation around what happens this fall in Vancouver Real Estate. After a surprisingly strong Spring - but also two recent dampening interest rate hikes - the outcome of the upcoming fall market is anyone's guess. But some people have much clearer crystal balls than others. BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson sits down once again with Adam & Matt to reflect on the first half of the 2023 real estate market and more importantly what is to come after this Labour Day. Will more inventory come online & will buyers show up? Is a soft landing possible in both the economy & the real estate market? And which are the most durable submarkets in our province? This is an action packed hour with one of the best & brightest in the industry. Get your notebooks out! Here is a SECURE LINK to donate to Jayden Lee's 100 Mile run for BC Children's Hospital. 

Jayden Lee is a fighter. He’s fought for financial independence, he’s fought for a career on his own terms, he’s fought cancer, and now he’s fighting for the kids at BC Children’s Hospital - and he needs our help. On October 6th at 3pm, Jayden will run 100 miles consecutively from BC Children’s Hospital to his home in Chilliwack in an effort to raise $150,000. This week, Jayden sits down with Matt and Adam to discuss his journey as a 24 year old cancer survivor, holder of a $2m + real estate portfolio, and philanthropist to the max. This one will wow you. Tune in and donate at https://secured.bcchf.ca/registrant/mobile/mobilePersonalPage.aspx?registrationID=5218646&langPref=en-CA&Referrer=direct%2fnone