Episodes

  • Market Trends, Regulatory Changes, and Housing Forecasts

    Market Trends, Regulatory Changes, and Housing Forecasts
    Nov 26 2025
    The episode kicks off with Sandy MacKay and a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. It covers brokerages' handling of interest on trust account funds and the importance of Schedule B disclosures. Regulatory changes for fairness in real estate, CMHC's housing construction goals, and the Bank of Canada's lending rate decision are analyzed. Insights into residential construction productivity, Bill 60's impact on Ontario's market, and Toronto's market shifts are explored. Re/Max's 2026 forecast and Lindsay Smith's home pricing strategies are discussed, highlighting challenges for move-up buyers. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and a teaser for the next episode.
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    27 mins
  • Rate Decisions, Mortgage Insights, and Housing Market Trends

    Rate Decisions, Mortgage Insights, and Housing Market Trends
    Nov 25 2025
    The episode kicks off with an introduction and sponsor mention. It covers the Bank of Canada's rate decision and industry reactions, explores U.S. trade policies' impact on Canada's economy, and discusses future interest rates and inflation. A mortgage market update reviews changes in arrears rates and volume. TransUnion's consumer debt insights and an FSRA advisory on private mortgage risks are shared. Challenges for first-time homebuyers and market trends, including new-home sales in the Greater Toronto Area, are examined. The Fraser Institute's take on the housing affordability crisis is discussed. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a sponsor reminder.
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    24 mins
  • Mortgage Vulnerabilities, Renewal Options, and Condo Trends

    Mortgage Vulnerabilities, Renewal Options, and Condo Trends
    Nov 24 2025
    The episode begins with an introduction and a study on the financial vulnerability of mortgage holders, highlighting the challenges they face. A sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. follows. The discussion then covers renewing mortgages and various protection options available to homeowners. Insights into the Paradigm Grand Condo development are shared, providing a glimpse into this new project. The episode also explores trends in multifamily and seniors housing, shedding light on current market dynamics. The episode concludes with closing remarks.
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    12 mins
  • Housing Goals, Rate Decisions, and Affordable Developments

    Housing Goals, Rate Decisions, and Affordable Developments
    Nov 23 2025
    The episode begins with an introduction by Sandy MacKay, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The discussion moves into an analysis of the housing market, covering construction trends, pricing, and affordability issues. Government housing goals are reviewed in conjunction with recent economic reports. The Bank of Canada's interest rate decisions are examined for their potential impact. The episode also explores the effects of U.S. tariffs on consumer sentiment. A focus on affordable housing developments provides insights into current initiatives. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a reminder about the sponsor.
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    10 mins
  • Housing Affordability, Rate Decisions, and Toronto Market Trends

    Housing Affordability, Rate Decisions, and Toronto Market Trends
    Nov 22 2025
    The episode begins with an introduction and insights from a Fraser Institute report, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The discussion centers on housing affordability issues, stagnating wages, and policy suggestions to address these challenges. The Bank of Canada's recent interest rate decision is examined, along with reactions from the industry. Global trade tensions and their broader economic impact are considered. Trends in the Toronto housing market are analyzed, providing a future economic outlook. The episode concludes with a wrap-up and closing remarks.
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    6 mins
  • Ontario Mortgage Crisis, Rental Trends, and RECO Scandal

    Ontario Mortgage Crisis, Rental Trends, and RECO Scandal
    Nov 21 2025
    The episode opens with a welcome and introduction, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The discussion delves into Ontario's mortgage crisis, highlighting rising delinquency rates and the potential impact of higher mortgage rates on homeowners. Trends towards rental properties and challenges facing Toronto's condo market are explored. The conversation shifts to mergers in the mortgage industry and recent home affordability news. Proposed changes to capital rules by OSFI for financial institutions are examined, alongside a scandal at the Real Estate Council of Ontario. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a sponsor mention.
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    25 mins
  • Mortgage Affordability, CMHC Findings, and Renewal Strategies

    Mortgage Affordability, CMHC Findings, and Renewal Strategies
    Nov 20 2025
    The episode opens with an introduction and welcome, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The discussion focuses on mortgage affordability and income disparity, highlighting concerns in the current market. Insights from the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation reveal findings on housing supply, while housing gaps and mortgage delinquency rates are explored. New mortgage originations and the Bank of Canada's interest rate decisions are examined, along with the economic impact of tariffs, trade disruptions, and consumer debt. A mortgage renewal wave and interest rate trends are discussed, emphasizing proactive renewal strategies and market resilience. The episode concludes with closing remarks and a sponsorship mention.
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    16 mins
  • Mortgage Trends, Inflation Insights, and GTA Market Updates

    Mortgage Trends, Inflation Insights, and GTA Market Updates
    Nov 19 2025
    The episode starts with an introduction and a look at current mortgage trends, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. Updates from the Bank of Canada and U.S. economic influences are explored, alongside an overview of the latest Statistics Canada inflation report. The conversation shifts to new mortgage products and the financial stress they may cause. Mortgage delinquency rates and market challenges are discussed before examining housing market dynamics and immigrant retention. Canadian housing recovery and trade tensions are analyzed, along with rate cuts and economic strategies. Real estate trends in the Greater Toronto Area and market conditions are highlighted. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and a sponsor mention.
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    33 mins