

Vancouver Real Estate Podcast
Adam and Matt Scalena
Vancouver's premier real estate podcast. Your source for buying, selling, or investing in the Vancouver Real Estate Market with two of Vancouver's top realtors, Adam and Matt Scalena.
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Aug 4, 2023 • 1h 9min
VREP #383 | Will Vancouver's Fall Real Estate Market Boom or Bust with Brendon Ogmundson
The only thing with more heat than Wreck Beach right now is the speculation around what happens this fall in Vancouver Real Estate. After a surprisingly strong Spring - but also two recent dampening interest rate hikes - the outcome of the upcoming fall market is anyone's guess. But some people have much clearer crystal balls than others. BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson sits down once again with Adam & Matt to reflect on the first half of the 2023 real estate market and more importantly what is to come after this Labour Day. Will more inventory come online & will buyers show up? Is a soft landing possible in both the economy & the real estate market? And which are the most durable submarkets in our province? This is an action packed hour with one of the best & brightest in the industry. Get your notebooks out! Here is a SECURE LINK to donate to Jayden Lee's 100 Mile run for BC Children's Hospital.

Jul 28, 2023 • 1h 4min
VREP #382 | Mindset, Overcoming Adversity & Achieving Unimaginable Goals with Jayden Lee
Jayden Lee is a fighter. He’s fought for financial independence, he’s fought for a career on his own terms, he’s fought cancer, and now he’s fighting for the kids at BC Children’s Hospital - and he needs our help. On October 6th at 3pm, Jayden will run 100 miles consecutively from BC Children’s Hospital to his home in Chilliwack in an effort to raise $150,000. This week, Jayden sits down with Matt and Adam to discuss his journey as a 24 year old cancer survivor, holder of a $2m + real estate portfolio, and philanthropist to the max. This one will wow you. Tune in and donate at https://secured.bcchf.ca/registrant/mobile/mobilePersonalPage.aspx?registrationID=5218646&langPref=en-CA&Referrer=direct%2fnone

Jul 21, 2023 • 59min
VREP #381 | Aragon’s Lenny Moy on Challenging Real Estate Conventions
Aragon Properties is known for innovation, pushing boundaries, challenging established real estate models, and setting new design standards. And these are not exactly the qualities of every homebuilder in Vancouver, an industry often marked by imitation.This week, Lenny Moy, Founder and President of Aragon Properties Ltd., sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss his 30+ year career as a developer, overseeing day-to-day business operations and continuously asking two questions: What can we do differently? And what can we do better?Today’s episode is both a deep dive into Lenny’s career and thoughts on the market, but it’s also a refreshing look at how to understand markets, analyze deals, and the relationship between real estate and purpose. We’ve been doing this podcast a long time and Lenny’s commitment and approach is truly unique – and one we can all learn from.

Jul 14, 2023 • 1h 8min
VREP #380 | Another BoC Rate Hike & A Summer Market Slowdown? With Kyle Green
It's been a strong start to the Summer, but as the Bank of Canada stomps on the housing market with another quarter point increase, many are wondering if the Fall will falter. This week, veteran Mortgage Specialist and owner of The Green Mortgage Team, Kyle Green, sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss his unique take on the market, the overall economy in relation to the world of financing, his top market picks, and a cautionary tale for would-be airbnb investors. How will rates soften the market in Q3 and Q4? Kyle's market insights & so much more!

Jul 7, 2023 • 1h 12min
VREP #379 | BC's Hottest Real Estate Market & How to Supercharge your Investment Strategy with Cory Wright
Want to learn how to pick winning markets in under an hour? Many of you will know Cory Wright as Host of the Vancouver Commercial Real Estate Podcast, but Cory is so much more - Founder & Managing Director of William Wright Commercial Real Estate Services, BIV’s Top 40 Under 40 award recipient, Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist, avid real estate investor, and - most importantly - one of the best deal finders we’ve ever met. So this week, Cory joins Matt & Adam to hold a master class on how to choose markets, find and analyze the best deals, and implement advanced strategies that will supercharge your portfolio. The strategies in this episode apply to both residential and commercial real estate investing. Enjoy.

Jun 30, 2023 • 1h 8min
VREP #378 | Will Canadian Real Estate Prices Drop in the Second Half of 2023? With Royal LePage President Phil Soper
Market forecasting is hard but some analysts seem to consistently get it right. Meet Phil Soper, President and CEO of Royal LePage. Phil and his team have consistently put out regional and national market reports that provide useful analysis you can trust.This week, Phil sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss the current state of the market, interest rates, inventory, and what home prices will do in the last half of 2023 and beyond. Will the Bank of Canada rate increases stifle demand? How will record immigration numbers impact the housing market? And where does Phil see buying opportunities in British Columbia and the rest of Canada?This is a deep dive on Canadian real estate with an emphasis on the Vancouver market. Buckle up!

Jun 23, 2023 • 1h 11min
VREP #377 | Real Estate Investing just Got Easier with Stephen Jagger
What if we told you you could invest in major real estate projects across North America for as little as one dollar? Addy co-founder Stephen Jagger joins Adam & Matt to explain how Addy is changing the real estate investing landscape through its crowdfunding platform. Set up a profile, deposit anywhere between $1 to $2500 & start building your empire with a few mouse clicks. This is a new twist on the future of real estate - whether you are in the business of investing or the business of raising capital. Listen up!

Jun 16, 2023 • 1h 21min
VREP #376 | Is Vancouver Real Estate about to see a Big Price Jump? with MLA Canada’s Ryan Lalonde & Cameron McNeill
We are closing out the spring real estate market with surprising appreciation in prices throughout the Lower Mainland. But we may not have seen anything yet. MLA Canada’s President, Ryan Lalonde, and the Executive Director, Cameron McNeil, sit down once again with Adam & Matt to discuss the current state of the real estate market. And, as always, they have some bold predictions that will surprise even the most seasoned real-estate aficionados.How is the presale market & does it play an outsized role in shaping the market overall? Which presale markets are the best buy today? And which sub-market could soon be headed to $1600 per square foot? Hint: it’s not in the City of Vancouver! All that and a box of Lee’s Donuts on today’s riveting episode!

Jun 9, 2023 • 58min
VREP #375 | Neighborhoods at War with Karen Finnan & Cheryl Grant
There is no debate: Vancouver has a housing crisis. But that does not mean that there is no debate when it comes to the next best next steps for our city & region. Karen Finnan & Cheryl Grant from the Kitsilano Coalition sit down with Adam & Matt this week to discuss the explosive new project approved at W 7th & Arbutus in Kitsilano. Who should be consulted when new construction gets approved? Does all housing in all locations make sense in our supply constrained region? And should the provincial government be able to override local voices & stifle opposition? The project at W 7th & Arbutus has become the third rail in our housing debate & will set the path for years to come. Listen up!

Jun 2, 2023 • 1h 28min
VREP #374 | Taking your Real Estate Strategies from Good to Great with Daryl Simpson
You may know our guest from his 2019 appearance on the show as the Executive Vice President of Bosa Properties. But a lot has changed for Daryl Simpson (& the market!) since then.With over 30 years of Vancouver real estate experience - from design, to construction, to marketing - there are few people who have Daryl’s understanding of our market. And today's episode is a masterclass. Daryl Simpson, now a Partner at Magnum Projects, sits down with Adam & Matt to share his insights on all things Vancouver real estate.Why is timing more important than location? What easy metric can help you time the bottom? And what strategies will take your real estate game from good to great? This only begins to capture the game-changing takeaways in today’s episode. Level up!


