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The Canadian Real Estate Investor

Daniel Foch & Nick Hill

The Podcast For Canadian Real Estate Investors. The podcast features in depth discussion around investing in real estate, ongoing news in the Canadian real estate market, how to structure deals and grow your portfolio.Show hosts Daniel Foch and Nick Hill bring experience, fresh takes, well-researched information and entertainment to a real estate investing podcast for Canadians.

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40:53

Making Money In Missing Middle Housing

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/05/13

Learn about the opportunities and challenges in missing middle housing as we interview experts Chris Spoke & Ben Singer Missing middle housing refers to duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, and townhomes that add density while matching neighborhood character. These haven't been built in decades due to zoning restrictions. These properties offer higher returns than single houses, with basement suites increasing value by 30%. Multiple units provide steadier income by reducing vacancy risk. Recent

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43:06

Canadian Housing Market's Confidence Crisis

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/05/09

The March 2025 CREA statistics reveal a significant downturn in the Canadian housing market, with national home sales dropping 4.8% from February and down 20% since November's peak. The market is experiencing a divergence between regions, with Ontario and BC showing decline while Prairie provinces, Quebec, and Atlantic Canada maintain some price growth. Sales and prices are declining nationally, with the average price falling 3.7% to $678,331, marking the sharpest year-over-year decline in recent

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43:49

Choosing Between Residential and Commercial Investments

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/05/06

The key differences between residential and commercial real estate investing in Canada. Here are three main takeaways: Residential real estate is more accessible for beginners, requiring lower down payments (as low as 5% for house hacking, typically 20% for investment properties) and offering simpler management, though with lower returns (5-8%). Commercial properties require higher initial investments (20-30% down, sometimes up to 50%) but can offer superior returns through longer lease terms and

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49:56

The Election Is Over, Now What?

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/05/02

Canada's recent election where Carney won, with both major parties having similar housing and economic policies. The conversation explores post-election economic challenges, including trade tensions with the US and potential recession concerns⁠⁠. About 85% of Canadians voted for similar housing policies, with consensus on issues like lower taxes, help for first-time buyers, and the need to build 300-500k homes per year⁠⁠. Trade tensions with the US are creating economic uncertainty, with Carney and

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45:48

Essential Questions Every Home Seller Needs to Ask

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/04/29

This episode's second part focuses on the seller's perspective in real estate transactions. We explore key considerations and provide practical guidance for homeowners looking to sell, addressing common questions about the selling process. Selling Costs: The total cost of selling a home includes REALTOR® fees (3-7%), legal fees (~$1,500), staging costs, cleaning fees, and potential mortgage penalties. Market Timing: While late spring and early summer are typically optimal for selling, market

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78:44

Who Should You Vote For In This Election

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/04/25

The Canadian federal election on April 28, 2025 presents three distinct approaches to the housing crisis: Liberal Platform (Mark Carney): Offers a middle path with both government intervention and market incentives, including a new federal housing developer (Build Canada Homes), MURB tax incentives for rental construction, and GST cuts for first-time buyers up to $1M. Conservative Platform (Pierre Poilievre): Proposes a free-market approach with significant tax cuts, including capital gains tax

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49:12

Essential Questions Every Home Buyer Needs to Ask

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/04/22

The common questions in the Canadian real estate market- Answered! We address concerns from both buyers and sellers in a challenging market environment. A detailed guidance on the home-buying process, starting with saving for a down payment and getting pre-approved for a mortgage, followed by finding a real estate agent. Comprehensive breakdown of closing costs is provided, with recommendations to budget between 1.5% to 4% of the purchase price, including various fees like legal costs, land

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45:19

Challenges & Opportunities In Canada's $150 Billion...

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/04/18

Rod Gilbert, president of the Canadian Construction Association, highlights the construction industry's challenges including COVID-19 impacts and the housing crisis. He stresses the need for infrastructure investment, streamlined permitting, and solutions for labor shortages. Gilbert advocates for government support and improved construction job perception to attract workers, aiming to strengthen Canada's infrastructure future. GTHA condo sales hit a 30-year low in 2024, with just 4,590 units sold

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50:10

Wealth Building & Tax Strategies For Real Estate...

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/04/15

John Orr and Kyle Pearce share their transition from educators to real estate investors and podcasters. They explore real estate partnerships, the Smith maneuver for leveraging home equity, and tax optimization strategies. The discussion covers partnership dynamics, financial strategies including cash damming and vendor take back (VTB), and emphasizes the importance of understanding debt, cash flow, and building a strong financial team for long-term success. Learn more and connect with John &

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44:58

Trade War & Stocks Vs. Real Estate

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/04/11

The ongoing U.S.-Canada trade war is impacting Canada's housing market, with economists warning of significant effects across all economic sectors. The housing market is showing weakness with plummeting sales and price declines, while the stock market experiences extreme volatility with the S&P 500 dropping nearly 19% since early April. A nationwide 5% drop in housing prices is expected, with major cities like Toronto and Vancouver being most vulnerable Construction costs have fallen in Toronto

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36:00

How The Government Can Improve Housing Affordability

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/04/08

Reporting from Toronto City Hall with Counsellor Brad Bradford where we do a deep dive into whats wrong with the Canadian housing market and his insights on how to fix it. Taxes & Development Charges Does growth still pay for growth? Can Missing Middle & Multiplexes help affordability Housing starts are down 68% Get in touch With Brad Bradford Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) | BMO Global Asset Management Buy & sell real estate with Ai at Valery.ca Get a mortgage pre-approval with Owl

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44:49

The 6 Best Ways To Find Real Estate Deals

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/04/04

A comprehensive guide to finding real estate investment deals, with three main core strategies. The key to success is being prepared to act quickly when you find a good deal and having your financing ready. Direct Searching: Both on and off-market approaches, including using listing platforms, working with agents, exploring FSBO properties, and "driving for dollars" to find potential deals Strategic Networking: Building relationships with a power team including agents, mortgage brokers, lawyers,

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54:41

Election 2025: Liberal Vs. Conservative Housing Policies

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/04/01

Both leaders, Poilievre & Carney, are focusing heavily on housing affordability through different approaches. Carney emphasizes first-time buyers and economic management, while Poilievre promotes broader tax relief and supply-side solutions. The real estate market is currently experiencing a slowdown as investors and buyers wait for election results. The Canadian federal election is scheduled for April 28, 2025 Major housing policies from the two main candidates: Carney (Liberal): GST removal

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33:28

CREA Stats, Market Updates, & Landlords Vs. Tenants

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/03/28

In this jam packed episode we start by looking at a report on the rental market from two perspectives. Landlord & Tenant. We then look at the CREA stats followed by a live update from our national hosts. Come to our FREE Edmonton meetup Navigating Capital Event Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) | BMO Global Asset Management Buy & sell real estate with Ai at Valery.ca Get a mortgage pre-approval with Owl Mortgage See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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55:38

Industry Leaders Share Tools To Get Through A Tough...

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/03/25

Live from the BUZZ conference to share a handful of the amazing interviews we had with leaders in the real estate space. we discussed AI, what agents can do to stand out in this market, where the market is headed, the importance of networking and more. Buzz Media Raz Zohar - CEO and founder of Mave Samantha Hewit - Executive Vice President of Royal LePage Signature Steve Tabrizi - CEO and Owner of RE/MAX Hallmark Group of Companies Viginia Munden - Founder of Buzz Media & the Buzz Events

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48:22

What Happens If We Cancel The Mortgage Stress Test?

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/03/21

OSFI is considering replacing the traditional mortgage stress test with a portfolio-level approach that shifts responsibility from individual borrowers to banks, limiting high loan-to-income mortgages to 15% of quarterly originations. Current stress test requires uninsured borrowers to qualify at either 5.25% or contract rate plus 2%, but OSFI found it didn't prevent accumulation of high loan-to-income mortgages. New 450% loan-to-income cap implemented January 31, 2025, restricts banks to issuing

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52:05

The Bull Case For Canada

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/03/18

Despite current negative sentiment about Canada, there are significant opportunities for growth and development, particularly in natural resources and technology sectors. Resource Wealth: Canada has vast natural resources including third-largest oil reserves, largest potash reserves, and 20% of world's freshwater, creating economic stability through jobs and revenue Future Growth Drivers: Data centers are emerging as a major opportunity due to Canada's cold climate and energy resources, while

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34:38

Market Updates From Vancouver to Halifax

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/03/14

Its our Host Episode! We have our amazing meetup hosts provide us with some boots on the ground updates. We also look at RBC's latest housing market report, which shows growing optimism across Canada, with a national recovery expected in 2025. Surging listings in major markets Lower interest rates, and varied regional performance, with Alberta and Quebec showing particularly strong momentum while Ontario and BC expect modest growth⁠⁠. Connect with other investors and real estate professionals, and

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48:24

Rocket Mortgage Leaves, CMHC Changes the Rules, & The...

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/03/11

A deep dive into Rocket Mortgage's exit from Canada, highlighting how the Canadian banking system favours the Big Six banks. The episode also covers Hudson's Bay's creditor protection filing and CMHC's new MLI Select program restrictions, concluding with insights into Canada's most affordable cities. Key Points: Rocket Mortgage's exit demonstrates how Canada's unique mortgage system and Big Six banks' dominance creates barriers for international competitors. Hudson's Bay, North America's oldest

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42:38

How Canada's Housing Crisis is Reshaping Life for...

The Canadian Real Estate Investor ·

2025/03/07

The concerning decline in happiness among Canadians, particularly the youth, amidst a housing crisis that has significantly impacted affordability and well-being. Drawing insights from influential reports, we discuss the factors contributing to this trend and consider potential solutions, including the development of new cities to make housing more accessible. Canada has dropped in the world happiness index, with young Canadians (under 30) experiencing the steepest decline in satisfaction. Major

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