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| 91: How the Purpose-Built Rental Market is Impacting Kelowna with Tradecraft Consulting's Jeff Hancock | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:43:45 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 91: Matt and Taylor are joined by Jeff Hancock. Jeff is the Owner of Tradecraft Consulting, and also an Investment & Development Property Specialist (Broker) at William Wright Commercial from Kelowna, BC. Jeff has over 20 years of success in professional real estate, with a strong focus on development consulting and feasibility. He is the former Real Estate Services Manager at the City of Kelowna, where he was responsible for the acquisition and disposition of all City owned property and actively managed a team of real estate professionals overseeing a land portfolio worth $1.2 billion dollars.
Jeff is here to discuss: → Kelowna's purpose-built rental (PBR) supply summary, it's affect on the pre-sale/STRATA markets, vacancy rates, and what this means for rents. → The mindset of developers right now, the challenges they face with development cost and product choices, and the DCC fee increase in Kelowna. → What Jeff would invest in, the overall resilience and opportunity of Kelowna real estate, and the incoming influx of savvy investors.
Tradecraft Consulting Website: www.tradecraftconsulting.ca Jeff Hancock's Email: jeff@tradecraftconsulting.ca Jeff Hancock's LinkedIn: @JeffHancock William Wright Commercial Website: www.williamwright.ca William Wright Commercial Instagram: @williamwrightrealestate William Wright Commercial LinkedIn: @WilliamWrightCommercial William Wright Commercial YouTube: @williamwrightcommercial ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 90: Kelowna's "Fast-Track" Infill Program with City of Kelowna's Graham Allison & SNDBOX's Aaron Whalen | 21 Jan 2025 | 00:40:54 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 90: Matt and Taylor are joined by Graham Allison & Aaron Whalen for a 2-part episode on Kelowna's "Fast-Track" program for infill housing. Graham is a Planner II with the City of Kelowna, with a focus on infill and housing policy, who is passionate about creating vibrant, sustainable communities. Aaron, the Co-Founder of SNDBOX that specializes in missing middle housing, is one of the winners of the City of Kelowna Infill Design Challenge 2.0, and his design has been developed and approved for the Fast-Track program.
Graham & Aaron are here to discuss: → Details of Kelowna's Fast-Track program, how it saves time and money, and the cost to build Aaron's design. → Kelowna zoning changes, which lots qualify, and if there is variance or exceptions allowed. → The opportunities available now and in the near future for the Fast-Track program with changing regulations, and the future development of the Fast-Track program and designs.
City of Kelowna Infill Website: www.kelowna.ca/infill Graham Allison's Email: GAllison@kelowna.ca SNDBOX Website: www.sndbox.ca Aaron Whalen's Email: aaron@sndbox.ca ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 81: How to Protect Yourself From Home Insurance Horror Stories with ARG Contracting's Adam Galbraith | 23 Oct 2024 | 00:42:00 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 81: Matt and Taylor are joined by Adam Galbraith. Adam is the Founder and President of ARG Group from Kelowna, BC, a full-service, locally owned and operated construction company providing General Contracting and Construction Management services, specializing in residential and commercial renovations. Adam has over 20 years of experience in the field of construction and construction safety management, and prides himself on providing exceptional customer service to ARG clients built on trust and transparency.
Adam is here to discuss: → The road to ARG and it's progress into development, how Adam quotes different projects, and when you should call a Contractor. → The unique Kelowna housing ecosystem, rebuilding West Kelowna after the fires, why everyone needs to double check their house insurance, and the challenges that come with getting permits from municipalities. → If more prefab homes could help the housing crisis, the mid-size home housing gap, the cost of a build vs. a renovation, the most expensive part of house construction, and the pros of energy efficient homes and adding legal suites.
ARG Homes Website: www.arghomes.ca ARG Contracting Instagram: @arg_contracting Adam Galbraith LinkedIn: @AdamGaibraith ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 80: The Power of the Independent Candidate in the 2024 BC Election with Ashley Ramsay, MLA Candidate for Kelowna-Mission | 08 Oct 2024 | 00:45:02 | |
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 80: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ashley Ramsay. Ashley, from Kelowna, BC, is running as a MLA candidate in the Kelowna-Mission riding as an Unaffiliated Independent in the upcoming 2024 BC provincial election. As a Founder of Yeti Farm Creative, which has created hundreds of jobs right here in Kelowna, Ashley's strong background in entrepreneurship and tech has made her a leading voice in the region for years. Ashley wants to shift into a new era of politics with real humans in government, who are interested in serving their communities, not themselves.
Ashley is here to discuss: → Her background in entrepreneurship and animation, why she's decided to run in this election, the importance of engaging and using your voice as a citizen, and how she's looking to serve her riding of Kelowna-Mission should she win. → The lack of stability with the current provincial government, where the parties are polling right now, how candidates in other ridings affect Kelowna, and how Kelowna could benefit from having an Unaffiliated MLA in government. → How we can get Kelowna out of it's current "vibecession", how we can get more housing built, and the STR (short-term rental) impact on tourism and rentals in Kelowna.
Ashley Ramsay's Website: www.ashramsay.com Ashley Ramsay's Instagram: @ashleyrramsay Ashley Ramsay's LinkedIn: @AshleyRamsay ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast ***
CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 79: Using Data to Micro-Analyze the Market and Create Opportunities with Century 21's Dean Desrosiers | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:48:19 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 79: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Dean Desrosiers. Dean is an Owner/Partner, Broker, and Coach at Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. from Kelowna, BC, which has been ranked one of the top 5 Century 21 franchises in all of Canada since 2019. Dean entered real estate in 2008 and since joining Century21, he has achieved Centurion® status each year. In 2018, Dean became a certified real estate coach and was elected to the Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board (OMREB) of directors. He coaches licensed agents and conducts training seminars regularly for Realtors and real estate investors, helping agents achieve their goals and live a great life.
Dean is here to discuss: → The expansion of Century 21 Assurance Realty, their local office model, and how having a known brand behind you can help an Agent. → What absorption rates are and where they're trending, timing the market, the disconnect between government and what buyers want, and what needs to change in Kelowna's infrastructure. → Why you should think twice about building your own home, how much value a pool adds, the worst property for a first time home buyer, and where the market opportunities are right now.
Dean's 1st Appearance in Episode 28: https://www.kelownarealestatepodcast.com/28-dean-desrosiers/
Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd Website: www.c21kelowna.ca Dean Desrosiers' Email: dean.desrosiers@century21.ca Dean Desrosiers' Instagram: @deanfromkelowna Dean Desrosiers' LinkedIn: @DeanDesrosiers ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 78: What Happened to the BC United Party - Could Independent MLA Candidates Hold the Balance of Power in BC? Featuring Stephen Johnston, MLA Candidate for West Kelowna-Peachland | 17 Sep 2024 | 00:42:03 | |
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 78: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Stephen Johnston. Steve is from West Kelowna, BC, and over the past 6 years has served as both a West Kelowna City Councillor and a Director with the RDCO, where he topped the polls in the last two elections while working full-time in construction. Formerly of the BC United Party and now as an Independent MLA, Steve can represent the community without party constraints, ensuring true accountability in government. This is a unique opportunity to restore balance in the legislature and move beyond the divisive party politics that have harmed the province and its communities over the past decade.
Steve is here to discuss: → What happened with the BC United Party, the split vote narrative, how the Conservative Party gained so much ground, if these decisions were necessary, and what will happen to BC United moving forward. → The uniqueness of this years provincial election, what makes this years independent candidates different, navigating elections BC, and how the funding works in this situation. → What Steve stands for, voting for person over party, and how both Kelowna and West Kelowna could benefit from having an Unaffiliated MLA in government.
Steve's 1st Appearance in Episode 32: https://www.kelownarealestatepodcast.com/32-stephen-johnston/
Stephen Johnston's Website: www.stephen-johnston.com Stephen Johnston's Email: votestephenjohnston@gmail.com Stephen Johnston's Instagram: @sjwestk Stephen Johnston's Facebook: @CouncillorStephenJohnston Stephen Johnston's LinkedIn: @StephenJohnston ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast ***
CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 77: How You Can Invest in Real Estate with Only $1 with addy's Stephen Jagger | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:47:20 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 77: Matt and Taylor are joined by Stephen Jagger. Stephen is a Co-Founder of addy from Vancouver, BC, who's also a serial entrepreneur, author, and speaker. Since 2000, Stephen has had multiple of his real estate industry companies acquired, including Combustion Hosting and Ubertor Realtor Software. addy is Canada's largest real estate investment platform, through crowdfunding properties and letting anyone invest. addy's goal is to eradicate barriers to property ownership for everyone.
Stephen is here to discuss: → How addy was founded and what it is, navigating the ups and downs of starting a business, what the addy team looks like, and the future plans for addy. → How investors keep track of their investments with addy, if investments are locked in or liquid, how taxes work on the platform, GP & LP structures, how many properties are on addy, and if there have been any project defaults. → How developers get on addy, public vs private issuance, how much can expect to be raised on addy, investment opportunities in missing middles and infill housing, and democratizing purpose built rentals.
addy Invest Website: www.addyinvest.ca addy Invest Instagram: @addyinvest addy Invest YouTube: @addyinvest addy Invest LinkedIn: @addy Stephen Jagger's LinkedIn: @StephenJagger Listen to The addy Podcast here. ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 76: Back to School - How to Thrive in the Current Real Estate Market with Royal Lepage Kelowna's Wade Webb | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:59:08 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 76: Matt and Taylor are joined by Wade Webb. Wade is the Broker/Owner at Royal Lepage Kelowna from Kelowna, BC, who's been in the real estate industry for over 30 years. In 2004, Wade founded AgentsBoost.com, which offers a complementary blend of professional and personal coaching for real estate professionals to fuel their success. Wade is also the author of "The Lazy Realtor", which goes into great detail on all the main components required to start, grow, and maintain a recession proof real estate empire.
Wade is here to discuss: → Why he loves the current market, how to become a top producer, how to work with better clients, and why we need to get back to the fundamentals: the relationships & human behaviour business. → The current Kelowna stand-off between buyers and sellers, why the Kelowna market won't "correct", when the best time is to buy real estate, and what real estate to invest in right now. → The importance of finding the right brokerage, what we can learn from Wade in the '90s, and why most Agents suck and their job.
Agents Boost Website: www.agentsboost.com Agents Boost YouTube: @agentsboost Wade Webb's LinkedIn: @WadeWebb Wade Webb's Instagram: @wade.webb Royal Lepage Kelowna Website: www.royallepagekelowna.com Buy The Lazy Realtor here. ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 75: Penticton's Sokana Project & a Development's Reliance on Pre-Sales with Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing's Jamie Squires | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:31:15 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 75: Matt and Taylor are joined by Jamie Squires. Jamie is the President and Managing Broker at Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing from Surrey, BC, who's a new home development specialist with over 20 years experience. Her expertise lies in helping shape communities through thoughtful design decisions, including unit mixes, building placement, and floor plan layouts. Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing's portfolio boasts over $10 billion in sales, accumulating over 200+ local and national awards spanning the past four decades.
Jamie is here to discuss: → Penticton's Sokana project, the pre-sale process for a customer including deposit structure and current incentives, and other projects they're working on right now. → The importance of reading your disclosure statements, outside dates for completion and how they can be extended, and how developers now need 75-80% of a project pre-sold before banks will release funding. → The STR (short-term rental) legislation impact on Penticton and a STR loophole, fractional home ownership and the BC RTA (residential tenancy act), and how pre-sales have been affected by the anti-flipping tax.
Fifth Avenue Real Estate Website: www.fifthave.ca Fifth Avenue Real Estate Instagram: @fifthavenuerem Fifth Avenue Real Estate Linktree: @fifthaverem Sokana Website: www.liveatsokana.com Jamie Squires' Instagram: @jamiefifthave Jamie Squires' LinkedIn: @JamieSquires ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 74: Canada's $2T+ Growing Debt and It's Implications with 360° Wealth Strategies' Mike Sidhu | 13 Aug 2024 | 00:39:43 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 74: Matt and Taylor are joined by Mike Sidhu, CFP, CLU, FMA, RCIS, and IBC Practitioner. Mike is a Financial & Tax Planning Strategist and the President of 360° Wealth Strategies & Solutions from British Columbia, who's practice is dedicated to enhancing clients' financial literacy and empowering them towards financial sovereignty, emphasizing critical thinking in wealth management. With nearly three decades in the finance industry, his expertise lies in simplifying complex financial strategies such as succession planning, intergenerational wealth transfers, trusts, and tax-minimization techniques, making them accessible and actionable for his clients. Michael regularly presents on tax and financial planning topics to audiences including accountants, lawyers, and fellow financial professionals. He is also a published author in property rights and political theory, a sought-after guest on podcasts, and a contributor to financial blogs.
Mike is here to discuss: → His business niche and the benefits of whole life insurance. → Canada's growing $2 Trillion in debt and the debt clock, why we started taking international money in the 1970s, the consequences of this debt, and the possible solutions. → The proposed capital gains tax increase, separating it from the federal budget into it's own legislation piece, and if it's possible the capital gains won't actually happen.
IBCanada Website: www.ibcanadagroup.com IBCanada Instagram: @ibcanadagroup IBCanada YouTube: @ibcanadagroup Mike Sidhu's Email: mike@360wss.com MIke Sidhu's LinkedIn: @MichaelSidhu Mike Sidhu's Facebook: @MikeSidhu ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 73: Property Management Masterclass - How to Thrive Investing in Rentals with Vantage West's Ezra Cremers | 06 Aug 2024 | 00:59:38 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 73: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ezra Cremers. Ezra is a Licensed Property Manager & Real Estate Agent at Vantage West Realty Inc. from Kelowna, BC, who manages a portfolio of almost 300 rental properties. As a business owner for over 20 years, and managing a personal investment portfolio since 2007, Ezra gained one of a kind experiences that allow him to look at the big picture for each of his clients. His passionate approach to the specifics followed with thorough execution lets everyone he works with receive a wealth of information and positive experience. Also, as a passion project he is the owner of Kelowna City Football Club affiliated with the Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Ezra is here to discuss: → How he got into property management, how he successfully manages 300 units worth of tenants and owners, and the value of a property manager and their cost. → Recent changes to BC tenancy laws and if they're detrimental to the rental market (Clause 13.1: Landlord use of Property), the role of the media in the negative narrative around the rental market, and the best and worst rental units to invest in Kelowna right now. → The increase in mutual agreements to end tenancy, how to approach raising rent with tenants, and the pros and cons of renting furnished units. → Founding Kelowna City Football Club and his podcast, "Ezra's House".
BONUS Topic: In the intro, Matt and Taylor are joined by former Canadian Women's National Soccer Team player Emily Zurrer to discuss "drone-gate", the controversy surrounding the current Canadian Women's National Soccer Team at the Paris Olympics.
Vantage West Website: www.vantagewestrealty.com Vantage West Instagram: @vantagewestrealty Ezra Cremer's Linktree: www.linktr.ee/ezracremers Ezra Cremer's Instagram: @kelownapropertymanager Kelowna City Football Club Website: www.kelownacityfc.com Ezra's House Podcast: www.spotify.com/ezrashouse ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 72: How the Provincial Housing Bills are Impacting the City with Kelowna City Planner Adam Cseke | 30 Jul 2024 | 00:43:08 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 72: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Adam Cseke. Adam is a Senior City Planner for the City of Kelowna from Kelowna, BC, who was previously on the show in episode 15. He is here to update us on the changes going on in the city, how the new provincial housing bills are impacting Kelowna, and how the city feels about these bills.
Adam is here to discuss: → The hardest part of the zoning changes, the parameters of suburban infill, unit projection numbers for the next 5 years, and how they're making it easier to get housing permits. → The "missing middle" home classification, if there's a pushback on four-plexes in suburban neighbourhoods or a push for more single-family homes, and updates on carriage houses and if you can Strata-fy a basement suite. → The best opportunity for real estate in Kelowna right now, if there will be another Kelowna housing "boom", and what is happening with the mill site.
Adam's 1st Appearance in Episode 15: https://www.kelownarealestatepodcast.com/15-adam-cseke/
Adam Cseke's Email: acseke@kelowna.ca ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 89: The "Zero to 100" Mindset for Achieving Ambitious Goals with Zero to 100's Brady McDonald | 14 Jan 2025 | 00:46:19 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 89: Matt and Taylor are joined by Brady McDonald. Brady, originally from Owen Sound, Ontario, brought his family and real estate background to Cape Coral, Florida in 2022, where he became the CEO of Barefoot Land Co. As an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and 100-mile ultra marathoner, Brady's commitment to excellence translates into his core values: do the work, don't make excuses, go above and beyond, do what you say, and get better every day. These principles guide Barefoot Land Co. and inspire his "Zero to 100 Day Challenge," a free program that has helped hundreds of people transform their lives through consistent healthy habits.
A dedicated husband and father of two young girls, Brady leads by example. He instills in his family the importance of "doing hard things on purpose," whether it's conquering a race or making a difference in the world. His philanthropic efforts have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for charities like Easter Seals and Bras for Girls, supporting children with disabilities and empowering young women in sports.
Brady is here to discuss: → How he got to where he is today in life and business, the impact of fitness on his life, creating family culture & goal planning, and the joy in giving back. → How to build momentum, motivation, & belief systems, adopting an abundance mindset, and advice for young people just starting out. → What "Zero to 100" is, how it feels to run a 100-mile race, and applying that 100-mile mental toughness into business.
Zero to 100 Website: www.zeroto100.com Brady McDonald's LinkTree: @brady.mcdonald84 Brady McDonald's Instagram: @brady.mcdonald84 Brady McDonald's LinkedIn: @BradyMcDonald Brady McDonald's YouTube: @therealzeroto100 Barefoot Land Co. Website: www.barefootlandco.com Barefoot Land Co. LinkedIn: @BarefootLandCo. ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 71: How to Avoid Surprises at Your Lawyer's Office with Acorn Law Corporation's Dani Brito | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:59:25 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 71: Matt and Taylor are joined by Dani Brito. Dani is a Lawyer at Acorn Law Corporation from Kelowna, BC, who specializes in real estate, wills and estates and business law. Acorn Law Corporation is a small but mighty firm that provides tailored advice and family-friendly service to make sure clients get things taken care of efficiently and reliably.
Dani is here to discuss: → What a perfect real estate transaction looks like, the importance of estate planning, wills, and power of attorney, and knowing the logistics of who you're working with. → Simplifying setting up title and bare trust, why your lawyer should be reviewing title, and covenants on title & statutory building schemes. → Breach of contract and suing post-closing, holdbacks on closings, the complication of fires and floods and changes to virtual signing options.
Acorn Law Corporation Website: www.acornlaw.ca Acorn Law Instagram: @acornlawbc Dani Brito's Email: dani@acornlaw.ca ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
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| 70: Changing Canadian's Mindset with Money and Defining Success with The Mortgage Pug Alex McFadyen | 09 Jul 2024 | 00:46:06 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 70: Matt and Taylor are joined by Alex McFadyen. Alex is a Mortgage Broker & the Owner of Flow Mortgage Co. from the Greater Vancouver Area in BC, who recently purchased a house and will be splitting time in Kelowna. One of the top Mortgage Brokers in all of Canada, he was one of the first Mortgage Brokers to successfully utilize social media and YouTube for lead generation. Alex is also the host of "The Flow: Real Estate and Money Show" podcast, with the goal of helping Canadians understand and change their mindset about money.
Alex is here to discuss: → What makes someone a success, finding and changing your "why", and how much you can learn in life just by asking questions. → Balancing social media, YouTube, and podcasting, why he started his new podcast ("The Flow"), and changing the conversation about money with Canadian consumers. → Where the opportunities are in real estate right now, why you should go for what's hard, and how he's built a team and a the ability to scale.
Flow Mortgage Website: www.getflowmortgage.ca Flow Mortgage Instagram: @flowmortgageco Flow Mortgage YouTube: @flowmortgageco Alex McFadyen's Linktree: @themortgagepug Alex McFadyen's Instagram: @themortgagepug The Flow: Real Estate and Money Show Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-flow-show-real-estate ***
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| 69: 5 Tips to Take Advantage of the Real Estate Market in 2024 | 26 Jun 2024 | 00:26:54 | |
Episode 69: Matt and Taylor share 5 tips to take advantage of the real estate market in 2024, the change in thinking you need to have, and where you can find opportunities in this market.
Matt and Taylor discuss: → Having an abundance mindset. → Owning your primary residence and buying rental properties. → Finding the right team to work with and where they see opportunities right now in the city of Kelowna. ***
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| 68: Can City Infrastructure Survive the Push for Densification with Kelowna City Councillor Ron Cannan | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:46:53 | |
Episode 68: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ron Cannan. Ron is a City Councillor for the City of Kelowna, BC, who in addition to being involved in municipal and provincial politics, was an elected Member of Parliament (MP) for Kelowna-Lake Country from 2006 to 2015. With decades of experience as a public servant, Ron is highly sought after by government officials for his expertise on operations and public policy development. An entrepreneur with a social conscience, Ron is actively self-employed as business consultant with Cannan Consulting Corporation, and is also an independent broker for Interior Savings Credit Union for their commercial division. He has over 30 years of experience helping small businesses thrive in our local community, especially those in the marketing, tourism and wine industries.
Ron is here to discuss: → What city council looks like, what is currently taking up most of their time, and the Kelowna OCP, official community plan. → The provincial densification plan, approvals, infill zoning, land development, and the influx of immigration. → The changing of expectations when it comes to housing and affordability, living more rural, and the stress on Kelowna services and infrastructure.
City of Kelowna Website: www.kelowna.ca Ron Cannan's Email: rcannan@kelowna.ca Ron Cannan's Phone Number: 250-864-9537 Ron Cannan's Instagram: @ron_cannan Ron Cannan's LinkedIn: @RonCannan ***
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| 67: Penticton's $1B Innovation District with Stryke Group's Rocky Sethi | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:34:31 | |
Episode 67: Matt and Taylor are joined by Rocky Sethi. Rocky is the Managing Director of the Stryke Group from Richmond, BC, who has been a real estate development and construction professional for 25 years. As a leader in sustainability, Rocky’s experience in mass timber has led him to be involved in the City of Vancouver’s Mass Timber Committee, Portland Mass Timber Conference (2022) and has been involved in more than 700 residential mass timber homes to date.
Rocky is here to discuss: → The development of the Penticton Innovation District across from the newly renovated Penticton hospital, mixing residential, retail, office space, hotel, senior, and much more. → What makes Penticton special and investing $1B into a project in the Okanagan. → The benefits of using mass timber and how BC has all the internal resources to fight the housing crisis.
Innovation District Website: www.theinnovationdistrict.ca Stryke Group Website: www.strykegroup.ca Stryke Group Instagram: @strykegroup Stryke Group LinkedIn: @StrykeGroup ***
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| 66: Creating Sustainable "Made in Kelowna" Housing Solutions with Kelowna City Councillor Loyal Wooldridge | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:49:43 | |
Episode 66: Matt and Taylor are joined by Loyal Wooldridge. Loyal is a City Councillor for the City of Kelowna from Kelowna, BC, who is also running in the BC provincial election coming up this fall as an NDP Candidate. As a current member and former of the Regional District of Central Okanagan and Okanagan, during the Grouse Complex Fires in 2023, Loyal played a pivotal role leading all communications and securing vital disaster relief funding. After Founding his own small business, Loyal Hair, in 2006, he was first elected to Kelowna City Council in 2018, combining the principles of community, entrepreneurship, and social responsibility. Loyal is an advocate for inclusive strategies that positively address social challenges such as homelessness, mental health, addictions, and housing.
Loyal is here to discuss: → Going from an entrepreneur to a politician, the upcoming election, and voting for a person and not the party. → Needing "made in Kelowna" solutions that are specific for our unique market, local government friction with STR, short-term rental, complaints, and the struggle to get housing built with political, development, and supply issues. → Federal funding for housing projects in the city and the BC Accelerator fund, the impact of climate change and immigration, and what challenges are ahead for Kelowna and BC in the next 10 years.
Loyal Wooldridge's Website: www.loyalkelowna.com Loyal Wooldridge's Instagram: @loyalkelowna Loyal Wooldridge's Facebook: @LoyalKelowna Loyal Wooldridge's Twitter: @loyalkelowna Loyal Wooldridge's LinkedIn: @LoyalWooldridge ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
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| 65: Understanding the Complexities of the Current Canadian Economy with Beaton Rettich Waters' Scott Beaton | 21 May 2024 | 00:55:12 | |
Episode 65: Matt and Taylor are joined by Scott Beaton, CPA, CFA. Scott is a Partner at Beaton Rettich Waters from Kelowna, BC, an advisory firm that specializes in helping organizations tackle transformative change. His team supports growth initiatives, software implementations and process improvements - all based in an understanding of human behaviour in complex systems. Scott connects economic and market factors with operational realities and financial implications to keep projects focused on where the value is.
Scott is here to discuss: → How his firm helps other businesses grow, the psychology of rate cuts on consumers, and how "bubbles" are created in an industry and then burst. → Canadian inflation and interest rates, the link between the US Fed and the Canadian dollar, and why there's a lack of investment in business and real estate. → The capital gains tax increase and the cost of public funds, what influences productivity rates, and the impact immigration has on housing.
BONUS Topic: In the intro, Matt and Taylor discuss Bill 14, which are proposed changes to the tenancy laws in BC.
Beaton Rettich Waters Website: www.beatonrettich.com Beaton Rettich Waters LinkedIn: @BeatonRettichWaters Scott Beaton's LinkedIn: @ScottBeaton ***
OUR SPONSOR The Kelowna Real Estate Podcast is brought to you by Century 21 Assurance Realty, the gold standard in real estate. To learn more, visit: www.c21kelowna.ca ***
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| 64: Taking the BC Government to Court Over the STR Legislation with Property Rights BC's Orion Rodgers | 14 May 2024 | 00:40:53 | |
Episode 64: Matt and Taylor are joined by Orion Rodgers. Orion is the President and a founding member of Property Rights BC from Victoria, BC, which was founded in the wake of the BC STR legislation in October 2023, and have filed legal action against the BC provincial government against said legislation. Property Rights BC is a non-profit association committed to educating British Columbians about their property rights and fostering a community that is informed, empowered, and proactive in protecting those rights.
Orion is here to discuss: → What led to formation of Property Rights BC, advocating for property rights and balance in government, and the upcoming provincial election and the politics around housing. → Taking the BC government to court over the short-term rental (STR) legislation, the "vested rights" legal argument, and where AirBNB and VRBO are in all of this. → The lobbying efforts of the hotel industry to squash STR, how more hotels won't help the housing problem, and debunking the "McGill University" STR study.
BC Short-Term Rental Association Website: www.bcstra.ca Property Rights BC Website: www.propertyrightbc.org Property Rights BC Instagram: @propertyrightsbc Property Rights BC LinkedIn: @PropertyRightsBC Coast & Host Vacation Rentals Website: www.coastandhost.com Coast & Host Vacation Rentals Instagram: @coastandhost Coast & Host Vacation Rentals LinkedIn: @CoastAndHost Orion Rodgers' Instagram: @obamalifts Orion Rodgers' LinkedIn: @OrionRodgers ***
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| 63: Maximizing Success with Strategic Planning & Coaching with Century 21 & TeamWorks' Max Carbone | 07 May 2024 | 01:05:38 | |
Episode 63: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Max Carbone. Max is a Managing Partner and Broker at Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. from Kelowna, BC, which has been ranked one of the top 5 Century 21 franchises in all of Canada since 2019. Max is also the President and Founder of TeamWorks, a strategic coaching & facilitation practice which helps entrepreneurs and teams across Canada build and execute winning strategic plans, market research, and organizational development, working with clients such as MTV, Nike, TD Bank, KPMG, and the Ontario SPCA.
Max is here to discuss: → The lifecycle of the enterprise and why growing a business is difficult. → Using strategic coaching with individuals and companies, defining and connecting personal life purpose with company philosophy, and balancing achievable versus ambitious goals. → The uniqueness of building your business on your name in real estate, why most Realtors fail, and finding success with authentic partners and clients.
Max's 1st Appearance in Episode 9: https://www.kelownarealestatepodcast.com/9-max-carbone/
Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd Website: www.c21kelowna.ca Max Carbone's Century 21 Email: max.carbone@century21.ca TeamWorks Website: www.teamworksweb.com Max Carbone's TeamWorks Email: max@teamworksweb.com Max Carbone's LinkedIn: @MaxCarbone
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| 62: Getting Real Estate Built & Sold in BC with Ace Project Marketing Group's Chad MacTavish & Megan Michaluk | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:42:50 | |
Episode 62: Matt and Taylor are joined by Chad MacTavish and Megan Michaluk. Chad, the CEO, and Megan, the Director of Business Development, both bring over 15 years of real estate experience to the Ace Project Marketing Group in Kelowna, BC. The Ace Project Marketing Group are industry experts delivering sales and marketing strategies for real estate across BC.
Chad and Megan are here to discuss: → How Ace continues to grow, their value adds, and partnership with Oakwyn Realty. → Affordability vs amenities, the positive of ski resort areas, and strata fee changes to try and push builds. → Focusing on pre-construction over resales, their success with the capital raise program and developer partners, and the tallest tower in the interior BC, Water Street by the Park
Ace Project Marketing Group Website: www.theacepmg.com Ace Project Marketing Group Instagram: @aceprojectmarketing Ace Project Marketing Group LinkedIn: @AceProjectMarketingGroup Chad MacTavish's LinkedIn: @ChadMacTavish Megan Michaluk's LinkedIn: @MeganMichaluk ***
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| 88: How to Reinvent Yourself in 2025 with Synergy Mastermind's Steve Arneson | 07 Jan 2025 | 00:39:04 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 88: Matt and Taylor are joined by Steve Arneson. Steve is the Co-Founder of both The RE Investors & Synergy Mastermind from Victoria, BC, and is a real estate investor, coach, and entrepreneur. Coming from a real estate family with a career background in international business development, Steve thrives in building genuine relationships, and is one of the best in the industry when it comes to working with high net worth investors, project strategy, and raising capital. Steve has been able to combine these skills with both of his companies, The RE Investors, who's mission it is to financially educate 1 million people about real estate, and Synergy Mastermind, an exclusive, intimate, and experiential mastermind for high-achieving real estate investors while doing business right, and with impact.
Steve is here to discuss: → What led to the founding of Synergy Mastermind, creating a collaborative culture, and what it's goal is. → Reinventing yourself - peeling the onion, building foundations, and the naked truth, the power of reverse role models, and the 2 major catalysts for Steve's own reinvention. → Advice for finding & maintaining partnerships, rebuilding trust, and how to look for investing opportunities.
Synergy Mastermind Website: www.synergymastermind.ca Synergy Mastermind Instagram: @synergymastermind RE Investors Website: www.thereinvestors.ca RE Investors Instagram: @the_reinvestors Steve Arneson's LinkTree: @stevearneson Steve Arneson's Instagram: @stevearnesonofficial ***
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| 61: Breaking Down the Bank of Canada Rate Hold with with BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:48:08 | |
Episode 61: Matt and Taylor are joined by Brendon Ogmundson. Brendon is the Chief Economist at BCREA (BC Real Estate Association) from Vancouver, BC, who's specializes in housing market analysis and macroeconomic forecasting, and is a member of the BC Ministry of Finance’s Economic Forecast Council. Brendon was also recently named one of the most influential economists in BC by Business in Vancouver.
Brendon is here to discuss: → The recent rate hold by the Bank of Canada (BoC), projections for the remainder of 2024, and if he would cut rates right now if given the power. → How the US affects our rates, what's happening with fixed rates, and how the unemployment rate is calculated. → The impact of federal and provincial policy changes to short-term rentals and flipping, the housing shortage, and the uncharacteristic struggling of the Okanagan housing market in quarter one.
Brendon's 1st Appearance in Episode 35: https://www.kelownarealestatepodcast.com/35-brendon-ogmundson/
BCREA Website: www.bcrea.bc.ca Brendon Ogmundson's LinkedIn: @BrendonOgmundson ***
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| 60: The Future of Wineries in the Okanagan with Quail's Gate Winery Founder Ben Stewart | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:54:49 | |
Episode 60: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ben Stewart. Ben is the Founder of Quails' Gate Winery from West Kelowna, BC, who's been in the wine business for almost 45 years. Born and raised in West Kelowna, Ben has also been MLA Kelowna West since 2018, and is a Transportation & Infrastructure Critic in the BC legislative assembly.
Ben is here to discuss: → How the bad weather events are impacting the wineries in the Okanagan and the future of wineries in the region. → The wine and beer war happening between BC and Alberta. → The legislation changes happening with BC real estate and the importance of getting involved in your community and holding governments accountable.
Quail's Gate Winery Website: www.quailsgate.com Ben Stewart's Instagram: @benstewartmla Ben Stewart's LinkedIn: @BenStewart ***
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| 59: How Commercial Lending is Impacting the Every Day Consumer with Will Pigott | 02 Apr 2024 | 00:45:30 | |
Episode 59: Matt and Taylor are joined by Will Pigott. Will is currently an Associate Director and Team Lead at Scotiabank from Kelowna, BC, who will be transitioning into a Commercial Realtor in the summer of 2024. Will has spent the last 7 years covering Northern BC and the Okanagan as a Commercial Banker, and will be looking to leverage this experience and network connections to serve his clients.
Will is here to discuss: → The changes to the Basel Framework (international regulatory standards for banks) after the latest financial crisis in 2023 and how that affects a lenders ability to distribute their capital. → Why banks are trying to use promotions and lower rates to entice customers into multiple products. → And the differences in financing a commercial or residential property.
Will Pigott's Instagram: @wpigott Will Pigott's LinkedIn: @WillPigott ***
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| 58: Mastering Real Estate Investing with Patrick Francey, CEO of Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) | 26 Mar 2024 | 00:42:00 | |
Episode 58: Matt and Taylor are joined by Patrick Francey. Patrick is the CEO of the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) and a multi-business owner from Edmonton, Alberta. Patrick brings over 40 years of expertise to the show and is considered a luminary in real estate investment education, entrepreneurship, personal and professional development. A gifted speaker and coach, he is also the host of "The Everyday Millionaire" podcast, and one of Matt's influences in real estate.
Patrick is here to discuss: → How REIN teaches Canadians to invest in real estate and the similarities successful investors have with top performing athletes. → The driving factors of real estate markets, when the worst time is to buy real estate, and what an investors job actually is. → New legislation being tabled in BC about "vacancy control" and the need for more market-driven pricing as opposed to government intervention like Alberta.
Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) Website: www.reincanada.com Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) YouTube: @RealEstateInvestmentNetwork Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) Instagram: @reincanada Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) Linktree: @reincanada The Everyday Millionaire Podcast: www.everdaymillionpodcast.ca Patrick Francey's Instagram: @pfrancey Patrick Francey's LinkedIn: @PatrickFrancey ***
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| 57: Becoming a Mortgage Industry Titan with BRX Mortgage and ILMB's Scott Peckford | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:37:25 | |
Episode 57: Matt and Taylor are joined by Scott Peckford. Scott is the Founder of BRX Mortgage and the I Love Mortgage Brokering Podcast from Kelowna, BC. Being in the mortgage industry since 2006, Scott has never been scared to take risks and try new things, building multiple successful businesses including the VIP Club and the 10 Loans a Month Training Academy, which makes him one of the most influential people in the Canadian mortgage industry.
Scott is here to discuss: → How he's managed to build multiple successful businesses and the power of investing in coaching. → Why he started his podcast almost 10 years ago and how he's been able to use it as a marketing machine. → And what properties he would be scooping up in Kelowna right now in this current market.
BRX Mortgage Website: www.brxmortgage.com BRX Mortgage Instagram: @brxmortgage Scott Peckford's Instagram: @scottpeckford ILMB Podcast: www.mortgagebroker.podbean.com ***
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| 56: Interior Design at Your Fingertips with Palette Archives' Amanda Hamilton | 12 Mar 2024 | 00:39:27 | |
Episode 56: Matt and Taylor are joined by Amanda Hamilton. Amanda is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and Interior Designer based in Calgary, Alberta. Founder and Creative Director of Amanda Hamilton Interior Design, Palette Archives and 3 Ft. Nothing Construction, Amanda’s unorthodox approach to both design and business has made her one of the most sought-after creative minds in Canada.
Amanda is here to discuss: → How she manages to run multiple successful businesses and her newest business venture that's in the works. → Personal development, book publishing, and work/life balance. → And the best investment and biggest mistake you could make in your home from a design perspective.
Amanda Hamilton Interior Design Website: www.amandahamiltondesign.com Amanda Hamilton Interior Design Instagram: @ahidstudio Palette Archives Website: www.palettearchives.com Palette Archives Instagram: @palettearchivesv Amanda Hamilton's Instagram: @amandamhamilton Amanda Hamilton's Linktree: @amandahamilton "Not That Likeable and Other Stories I Told Myself" Book: www.notthatlikeable.com ***
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| 55: Simplifying Real Estate Law with Montgomery Miles and Stone Law Firm's Peter Borszcz | 05 Mar 2024 | 00:56:53 | |
Episode 55: Matt and Taylor are joined by Peter Borszcz. Peter is a Lawyer and partner at Montgomery Miles and Stone Law Firm from Kelowna, BC, working with clients, developers and businesspersons in the acquisition and sale of real estate and business assets. Peter is also a legal-update instructor for the Real Estate Council of British Columbia and teaches both Commercial Legal Update and Residential Legal Update to real estate licensees across the province.
Peter is here to discuss: → The BC short-term rental (STR) legislation and what to consider if you're looking at purchasing leased land on a First Nation. → The ALR land swap, the difficulties in land development, and the future of independent wineries in the Okanagan. → And how bureaucracy is making real estate more complicated than it needs to be and why you need to have legal expertise in a real estate transaction.
Montgomery Miles & Stone Law Firm Website: www.mmslawfirm.ca Peter Borszcz Email: peter@mmslawfirm.ca Peter Borszcz LinkedIn: @PeterBorszcz ***
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| 54: The Road to Financial Independence Via Entrepreneurship with The Invested Entrepreneur's Brandon Love & Tom Moffat | 27 Feb 2024 | 00:44:50 | |
Episode 54: Matt and Taylor are joined by Brandon Love and Tom Moffat, both Mortgage Brokers at Northshore Mortgage Group from Burlington, Ontario. Brandon and Tom also co-host 2 podcasts, The Invested Entrepreneur, which helps consumers achieve financial freedom, and Commission Breath, which provides tactical information for Mortgage Brokers to scale their business.
Brandon & Tom are here to discuss: → What led them to entrepreneurship and the common threads they've seen with successful entrepreneurs. → How they're advising clients right now when it comes to mortgage terms and rate types. → And the most powerful strategy to start investing in real estate right now.
Tom and Brandon's Email: experts@northshoregroup.ca Brandon Love's Instagram: @amortgagewithlove Tom Moffat's Instagram: @tom.moffat_ Invested Entrepreneur Podcast: @InvestedEntrepreneur Invested Entrepreneur YouTube: @Invested.Entrepreneur Invested Entrepreneur Instagram: @invested.entrepreneur Commission Breath Podcast: @CommissionBreath Commission Breath YouTube: @CommissionBreath Commission Breath Instagram: @commission.breath ***
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| 53: Battling Misconceptions of Home Appraisals with DS Appraisers' Taylor Dedora | 20 Feb 2024 | 00:47:16 | |
Episode 53: Matt and Taylor are joined by Taylor Dedora, AACI. Taylor is the Owner of DS Appraisers from Coldstream, BC, who was born and raised in Vernon. Taylor has been an appraiser since 2008, and bought DS Appraisers in 2018.
Taylor is here to discuss: → The difference between BC assessments and appraisals. → How appraisals play a vital role in the real estate process and ensure fair, unbiased outcomes. → And why not all properties need to cashflow when you're investing in real estate.
DS Appraisers Website: www.dsappraisers.com DS Appraisers Instagram: @dsappraisers DS Appraisers Facebook: @DSAppraisers ***
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| 52: Maximize Your Savings This Tax Season with Watson CPA Services' Nicole Watson | 13 Feb 2024 | 00:45:33 | |
Episode 52: Matt and Taylor are joined by Nicole Watson, CA, CPA, TEP. Nicole is the Owner and Founder of Watson Chartered Professional Accountant Services Inc. from Kelowna, BC, which provides specialized tax advisory and compliance services clients and other CPA firms across Canada. Nicole has over 20 years of accounting experience, and has been Taylor's accountant for years.
Nicole is here to discuss: → GST, CPP, dividends, when to incorporate, tax penalties, and tax deferral. → How pre-planning for your taxes and estate can optimize your financials. → And the tax changes that have been made for the 2023 filing year that you need to be aware of.
Watson CPA Services Website: www.watsoncpaservices.ca ***
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| 87: The Start of Single-Family Home Extinction with NobleTerra Developments' Curtis Mitchell | 18 Dec 2024 | 00:46:18 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 87: Matt and Taylor are joined by Curtis Mitchell. Curtis, originally from Calgary, Alberta, studied Architectural Technologies at SAIT from 2015 to 2017, and has since been involved in home designing, house flipping, and new construction development in Kelowna. Curtis has founded and is the Principal at both CM Designs (2020), and NobleTerra Developments (2022). Together, they create an all-in-one development company that encompasses property selling, design, construction, and investment.
Curtis is here to discuss: → His journey in real estate so far, founding both CM Designs and NobleTerra Developments, and the need for more civil engineers. → The death of single-family homes: Kelowna's incoming densification, purpose-built rental incentives, land assembly values & re-zoning, house-flipping regulations, and the cost to build. → The difficulty of renovations, where to look for in Kelowna for deals, and what other places and properties he would invest in right now.
NobleTerra Development Website: www.nobleterra.ca CM Designs Website: www.cmresidesigns.ca Curtis Mitchell's Email: curt_mitch@outlook.com Curtis Mitchell's LinkedIn: @CurtisMitchell ***
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| 51: Thriving in Adversity as an Entrepreneur with How to Host's Amanda Van Der Lee | 06 Feb 2024 | 00:47:23 | |
Episode 51: Matt and Taylor are joined by Amanda Van Der Lee. Amanda is the Founder and CEO of How to Host from Kelowna, BC, and it's offshoot companies, How to Style Inc. and Sparkling Stays Inc. How to Host has become a top-rated luxury vacation rental management brand, renowned for its exceptional service and remarkable results, which thrives off of the self-sustaining How to Host ecosystem.
Amanda is here to discuss: → How she founded How to Host and it's offshoot companies, How to Style Inc. & Sparkling Stays. → The effect of the short-term rental (STR) legislation on the condo market in Kelowna. → And how her mindset has not only helped her prepare her business for the impact of the STR legislation, but also how she has dealt with negativity on social media.
Amanda Van Der Lee's Email: amanda@howtohost.ca How to Host Website: www.howtohost.ca How to Host Links: @how.to.host How to Host Instagram: @how.to.host How to Style Website: www.howtostyle.ca How to Style Links: @how.to.style How to Style Instagram: @how.to.style.inc ***
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| 50: Celebrating 50 Episodes and Our First Birthday! | 23 Jan 2024 | 00:29:38 | |
Episode 50: Matt and Taylor are no longer rookie podcasters! This week, they hit the half-century episode mark, and also come up on 1 full year of podcasting! This calls for celebration for hitting a goal, reflecting on the last year, and planning for the future.
Matt and Taylor discuss: → How thankful they are to listeners and their inner circles for their continued support. → Reflecting on life and business from the past year. → And what they've learned from podcasting and how it's created relationships and opportunities.
To get the Vivid Vision PDF, email: admin@venturemortgages.com ***
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| 49: An Extremely Unique Approach to Business, Mindset, and Life with H2H Media's Nicholas Kusmich | 16 Jan 2024 | 01:00:38 | |
Episode 49: Matt and Taylor are joined by Nicholas Kusmich. Nic is the Founder of the H2H Media Group from Kelowna, BC, is best known as a Leading Digital Advertising Strategist and for having the highest ROI's in the industry (up to 30,973.32%). He has generated over $600M in revenue by creating advertising campaigns that don’t suck and allows you to generate qualified leads without a funnel.
Nic is here to discuss: → How he schedules his time, the business practices he follows, and "hacking the system". → How pushing yourself with outside-the-box experiences can lead to growth and the best version of yourself. → And leaving a legacy for your kids and the concept of "dying with zero".
Nicholas Kusmich's Website: www.nicholaskusmich.com Nicholas Kusmich's Instagram: @nicholaskusmich NIcholas Kusmich's LinkedIn: @NicholasKusmich Nicholas Kusmich's Facebook: @NicholasKusmich NIcholas Kusmich's YouTube: @nicholaskusmichmain ***
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| 48: An Unfiltered Conversation on Canadian Real Estate with Mr. Angry Mortgage, Ron Butler | 09 Jan 2024 | 00:39:36 | |
Episode 48: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ron Butler. Ron, a powerhouse in the Canadian mortgage industry, is a Mortgage Broker and the Founder of Butler Mortgage from Toronto, Ontario. Ron also hosts his own podcast, Angry Mortgage, and has a huge social media presence across all platforms.
Ron is here to discuss: → The role of politics in real estate. → How foreign money and international students have affected the Canadian real estate market. → And what land transfer tax is actually used for.
Butler Mortgage Website: www.butlermortgage.ca Ron Butler's Instagram: @ronmortgageguy Ron Butler's Twitter: @ronmortgageguy Ron Butler's TikTok: @ronmortgageguy Ron Butler's LinkedIn: @RonButler Ron Butler's Facebook: @RonButler Angry Mortgage YouTube: @AngryMortgagePodcast ***
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| 47: Maximizing Rebates and Energy Efficiency in Your Home with Total Home Solutions’ Gilles Lesage | 02 Jan 2024 | 00:46:12 | |
Episode 47: Matt and Taylor are joined by Gilles Lesage. Gilles is the Owner of Total Home Solutions from Kelowna, BC, who started out as an Accredited Home Inspector in 2004, and then became a Certified Energy Advisor in 2005. Total Home Solutions is an officially licensed Service Organization through Natural Resources Canada to deliver EnerGuide Rating Service® and ENERGYSTAR for New Homes® in BC and Alberta since 2012.
Gilles is here to discuss: → What the Greener Home Grant and BC Step programs are. → How they help clients make their homes as "green" as possible and find rebates. → And industry innovations that hope to bring homes closer to "net zero".
Total Home Solutions Website: www.totalhome.ca CleanBC Website: www.betterhomesbc.ca ***
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| 46: Vernon and Area Commercial Real Estate with Century 21’s Graeme MaGee | 19 Dec 2023 | 00:45:36 | |
Episode 46: Matt and Taylor are joined by Graeme MaGee. Graeme does Commercial and Residential Sales and Property Management, specializing in Commercial Real Estate, Leasing and Sales with Century 21 from Vernon, BC, and has been servicing Vernon and the surrounding area for 17 years, managing thousands of residential and commercial properties along the way.
Graeme is here to discuss: → The Vernon and area real estate market. → Commercial leasing and sales. → And why you should look at Vernon for your next investing opportunity.
Graeme MaGee's Email: graeme.magee@century21.ca Graeme MaGee's Instagram: @gmagee.realestate Graeme MaGee's LinkedIn: @GraemeMaGee ***
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| 45: Eminence at Knox Mountain with Meridian Development’s Karl Miller and EPIC Real Estate’s Scott Brown | 12 Dec 2023 | 00:52:23 | |
Episode 45: Matt and Taylor are joined by Karl Miller and Scott Brown. Karl is the Co-Founder & CEO of Meridian Development Corp from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and Scott is the CD/PPEO of EPIC Real Estate Solutions and Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing Ltd from Vancouver, BC. Karl and Scott have partnered for Kelowna's Eminence at Knox Mountain project, which blends tranquillity with urban convenience.
Karl & Scott are here to discuss: → The Eminence at Knox Mountain project and what makes it unique. → How the cost of development has increased. → And why virtue signalling can actually be costly to consumers.
Eminence at Knox Mountain Website: www.eminenceliving.ca
Meridian Development Corp Website: www.meridiandevelopment.ca Meridian Development Corp LinkedIn: @MeridianDevelopmentCorp Meridian Development Corp Instagram: @meridiandevelopment Meridian Development Corp Facebook: @MeridianDevelopment
EPIC Real Estate Solutions Website: www.epicres.com EPIC Real Estate Solutions Instagram: @epic_realestate Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing Website: www.fifthave.ca Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing Instagram: @fifthavenuerem Scott Brown's LinkedIn: @WScottBrown
This episode is dedicated to Karl and the Miller family. ***
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| 44: Big White Real Estate with Duval Management’s Michael Thompson | 05 Dec 2023 | 00:41:45 | |
Episode 44: Matt and Taylor are joined by Michael Thompson. Michael is the Business Development and a Co-Founder of Duval Property Management from Kelowna, BC, a dynamic full-service property management company specializing in both short-term and long-term rentals, with a primary focus on Big White Ski Resort and it's vacation rental market.
Michael is here to discuss: → The current Big White market for both locals and investors. → The master plan for Big White and where it wants to grow. → And how Big White is trying to up it's amenities game to be a year-round destination.
Duval Property Management Website: www.duvalpm.com View the Big White Master Plan Interactive Model here. ***
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| 43: Changing the Future of Real Estate with Vantage West’s AJ Hazzi | 28 Nov 2023 | 01:00:07 | |
Episode 43: Matt and Taylor are joined by AJ Hazzi. AJ is the Founder and Associate Broker of Vantage West Realty Inc. from Kelowna, BC, the #1 recommended Kelowna real estate agency by Shark Tank investor and industry mogul, Barbara Corcoran, with a brokerage model that many hail as the future of real estate.
AJ is here to discuss: → How he started his career and founded Vantage. → His personal and business mindsets and how he sets goals. → And his plans for the expansion of Vantage.
Vantage West Website: www.vantagewestrealty.com AJ Hazzi's Instagram: @vwacademy AJ Hazzi's LinkedIn: @AJHazzi AJ Hazzi's YouTube: @AJHazzi ***
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| 42: Pre-Construction Investing and Development in the Okanagan with MLA Okanagan’s Taylor Musseau | 20 Nov 2023 | 00:53:02 | |
Episode 42: Matt and Taylor are joined by Taylor Musseau. Taylor is a Partner and EVP of Sales and Marketing for MLA Okanagan from Kelowna, BC, who started in real estate 15 years ago during the 2008 crisis, and now helps developer clients bring their pre-construction projects to life in the Okanagan Valley.
Taylor is here to discuss: → How she's been shaping projects in the Okanagan. → How the short-term rental (STR) legislation is affecting developers. → And the market in general and where she would be looking to invest next.
MLA Okanagan Website: www.mlacanada.com/mlaokanagan Taylor Musseau's Email: taylor.m@mlacanada.com Taylor Musseau's LinkedIn: @TaylorMusseau ***
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| 86: Real Estate's Death by a Thousand Cuts with Hawkeye Wealth's Justin Smith | 10 Dec 2024 | 00:49:25 | |
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 86: Matt and Taylor are joined by Justin Smith. Justin is the President of Hawkeye Wealth Ltd. from Surrey, BC, a firm focused exclusively on private equity real estate and debt investments. In 2017, Justin created Hawkeye Wealth with an aim to widen the scope of quality offerings for his investor network, primarily focusing on industrial and residential developments in Western Canada and the US, as well as mortgage funds.
Justin is here to discuss: → What Hawkeye Wealth is, their role in investments with their clients, and how someone can become an accredited investor. → How equity deals work, what to know about investing in MICs, and the market effect on investments. → New developments being hindered by government regulations, if developers have any optimism for the future, and where to invest in Kelowna right now.
Hawkeye Wealth Website: www.hawkeyewealth.com Hawkeye Wealth LinkedIn: @HawkeyeWealth Justin Smith's Email: justin@hawkeyewealth.com Justin Smith's LinkedIn: @JustinSmith Hawkeye Wealth Canadian Mortgage Fund Investment Guide: https://www.hawkeyewealth.com/mortgage-funds ***
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| 41: Debunking the Myths of Private Lending with Shelter Lending’s Jayson Zilkie | 14 Nov 2023 | 00:46:45 | |
Episode 41: Matt and Taylor are joined by Jayson Zilkie. Jayson is a Partner and the VP of Business Development at Shelter Lending from West Kelowna, BC, who also served as a West Kelowna City Counsellor from 2018-2022.
Jayson is here to discuss: → Common use-cases of private lenders and how they help clients. → Private lending regulations and how you can safely invest in a private lender. → And what lead him to running for city council and his plans for the new year.
Shelter Lending Website: www.shelterlanding.ca Jayson Zilkie's LinkedIn: @JaysonZilkie ***
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| 40: The Future of Short-Term Rentals, STR, in Kelowna with Keys to Kelowna’s Deana Steele | 07 Nov 2023 | 00:50:55 | |
Episode 40: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Deana Steele. Deana is the President of Keys to Kelowna from Kelowna, BC, which manages the top vacation rental properties in the Central Okanagan & discreetly hosts VIPs and public figures.
Deana is here to discuss: → The recent short-term rental, STR, legislation passed in BC. → The importance of the city council meeting on November 21st. → And starting her own podcast.
Deana's 1st KRE Appearance in Episode 16: https://www.kelownarealestatepodcast.com/16-deana-steele/
Keys to Kelowna Website: www.keystokelowna.com Keys to Kelowna Email: info@keystokelowna.com Keys to Kelowna Instagram: @keystokelowna ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 39: Big City Problem Solving with Kelowna Director of Planning and Development Ryan Smith | 31 Oct 2023 | 00:53:16 | |
Episode 39: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ryan Smith. Ryan is Kelowna's Director of Planning and Development from Kelowna, BC, one of the busiest planning and development teams in Canada. Ryan has worked for the city of Kelowna for more than 20 years, and won numerous awards for leadership, volunteerism, and his commitment to helping others.
Ryan is here to discuss: → The recent short-term rental legislation passed in BC. → Broken infrastructure and mis-alignment across levels of government. → And how they're trying to tackle the city's problems as a growing community.
City of Kelowna Website: www.kelowna.ca Ryan Smith's LinkedIn: @RyanSmith ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||
| 38: How to Become a Successful Entrepreneur and the Future of Real Estate with Jason Henneberry | 24 Oct 2023 | 00:41:21 | |
Episode 38: Matt and Taylor are joined by Jason Henneberry. Jason is an entrepreneurial junkie from Duncan, BC, with a passion for helping real estate and mortgage pros attract and convert more clients. He’s the creator and co-founder of several widely implemented tech and finance solutions including LenderSpotlight, The VIP Club, Strategy Hub, Fundible and BrokerHQ, while also being the co-founder and COO of Tango Financial, which funds $4.5 billion annually in mortgages.
Jason is here to discuss: → The times he's failed in business and what he learned from it. → What it takes to be a successful entrepreneur. → And what he thinks the future holds for the real estate market and the changing mindset of real estate ownership.
VIP Club Website: www.thevipclub.io Jason Henneberry's Instagram: @jasonhenneberry Jason Henneberry's Facebook: @JasonHenneberry ***
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: @kelownarealestate Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast *** CONNECT WITH MATT Matt Glen's Website: www.mattglen.ca Matt Glen's Email: matt.glen@century21.ca Matt Glen's Instagram: @mattglenrealestate ***
CONNECT WITH TAYLOR Taylor Atkinson's Website: www.venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Email: taylor@venturemortgages.com Taylor Atkinson's Instagram: @VentureMortgages *** | |||