Real Estate Episodes

Although much of what we chat about in this episode isn't necessarily new information, it certainly is very relevant at the moment. Take a listen to find out 5 reason's why mortgage pre-approvals are falling apart.

On this episode we discuss the timely topic of property tax appeals. Trevor Smith with TGS Realty Advisors provides insight on some of the perceived risks, costs and most importantly financial savings that can be achieved from a tax appeal.

In this episode we chat about what to look for when buying a flip, what to avoid, and designing for potential buyers. We also have a little fun talking about the joys of working with family.

The board of directors plays a critical role in any condominium community. First and foremost, the board's role is to serve and meet the needs of community residents, acting in a manner that is consistent with the best interests of condo owners. This req...

In a recent white paper, the Canadian Institute of Actuaries’ Longevity of Infrastructure – Reserving and Risk Management in Condo Maintenance in Canada has identified one major problem for many condo owners: they’re about to encounter large annual fee i...

On this special neighbourhood edition, we are joined by Trudy Turner, Realtor® with RE/MAX Performance Realty. In this episode we chat about Charleswood.

On this special neighbourhood edition, we are joined by Geoff Davis, Realtor® with Royal LePage Dynamic Real Estate - Claude Davis Team. In this episode we chat about River Heights.

Although it’s ideal to have your mortgage paid off by the time you retire, that isn’t always possible in today’s economy. The cost of living is considerably higher than it has ever been, and as a result, many Canadians are putting off retirement, hoping ...

On this special neighbourhood edition, we're joined by Eric Neumann, Realtor® with Realty Executives First Choice. In this episode we chat about Wolseley.

Chances are if you’re applying for a mortgage, you feel confident about the state of your current employment or your ability to find a similar position if you need to. However, your actual employment status probably means more to the lender than you migh...

Let’s say you have a home that you’ve outgrown; it’s time to make a move to something better suited to your needs and lifestyle. You have no desire to keep two properties, so selling your existing home and moving into something new (to you) is the best i...

On this special neighbourhood edition, we're joined by Tom Goodfellow, Realtor® and Broker of Goodfellow Realty in Winnipeg. In this episode we chat about Transcona.

If you’re looking to purchase a property, although you might not think it matters too much, the source of your down payment means a great deal to the lender. Let’s discuss the lender requirements, what your down payment tells the lender about your financ...

Porting your mortgage is when you transfer the remainder of your current mortgage term, outstanding principal balance, and interest rate to a new property if you’re selling your existing home and buying a new one.

You might think that you can plan your budget for the upcoming year based on the previous year's expenses. Just copy and paste and you're done, right? Well, not quite. While the previous year can provide a solid, general guide for planning purposes, you ...

If you’re going through or considering a divorce or separation, you might not be aware that there are mortgage products designed to allow you to refinance your property and buy out your ex-spouse.

In this episode we chat with Dakotah Charron about the National Real Estate Investors Community. NREIC is an exclusive community of like minded investors with a collective goal of growth achieved through sharing resources, off market deals, capital and expertise.

In this episode we discuss how to use The Smith Manoeuvre in Canada to make your mortgage tax deductible and create wealth.

When looking to qualify for a mortgage, typically, a lender will want to review four areas of your mortgage application: income, credit, downpayment/equity and the property itself.

If you’ve thought now is the time to find a new property to accommodate your growing family, but you’re unsure how your parental leave will impact your ability to get a mortgage, listen to this episode!

Common area maintenance charges, or CAM charges, are a routine aspect of commercial property maintenance and expenditure management. When executed properly, common area maintenance charges allocate a share of property maintenance expenses to each commerc...

The end of the fiscal year means it's time for condominium corporations to pass a budget for the next year. Involving a committee comprised of unit owners is a smart idea to avoid any pitfalls or disagreements.

Did you know there’s a program that allows you to use your RRSP to help come up with your downpayment to buy a home? It’s called the Home Buyer’s Plan (or HBP for short), and it’s made possible by the government of Canada. While the program is pretty str...

Your down payment refers to the initial payment you make when buying a property through mortgage financing. In this episode we discuss your options.