Vancouver Real Estate Podcast

One surefire way to make money in real estate is to spot the market trends and act on them. StreetSide Developments is doing just that. A division of Qualico, Western Canada's largest privately owned real estate company, StreetSide is bringing generations of real estate expertise to the Lower Mainland. Jonathan Meads, Vice President of StreetSide, sits down with Matt and Adam to share his thoughts on the Vancouver real estate from his unique vantage point.Which areas are positioned for explosive growth? What building challenges are unique to Vancouver? And what does Jonathan think the market will do for the balance of 2023 and beyond? This is a great overview of the current state of the market with some juicy insights from one of the largest players in Western Canada. Listen up!

Today's guest has been analyzing and collecting data on residential new home construction and real estate trends since 1985. Now, as the head of the leading provider of data to the residential home building industry in North America, CEO of Zonda Jeff Meyers sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss the Vancouver real estate market, US & Canadian real estate at large, and where our local market mirrors and diverges from larger real estate trends.Does Vancouver real estate make sense? Why will inventory remain at record lows? And how is Zonda transforming the way new homes are built and sold? This is a data deep dive with a legend in the industry. Get your notepad!

How’s the Victoria Real Estate Market? This week, Tony Joe, top-producing real estate agent, owner of REMAX Island Properties, and host of The Whole Home Show with Tony Joe on CFAX 1070, sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss all things real estate on Vancouver Island. How’s the market? Where are the best areas to invest? And how will the Vancouver Island real estate market perform for the remainder of 2023? This is your crash course on Vancouver Island - get your notebook!

The excitement around the Fraser Valley continues to grow as the centre of Metro Vancouver pushes further East. And what seems like affordable real estate today may not seem so affordable tomorrow. Trevor Street, Founding Partner at The Partners Marketing Group, joins Matt & Adam in Kokomo Studios to discuss new construction and why investors, first time homebuyers, and families are flocking to the valley. How’s the market? Where are the opportunities? And which municipalities are set to explode? Head East!

Are Vancouver home prices going up in 2023? This question is at the core of today’s episode and the answer might surprise you… especially if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the bottom.Andrew Lis, the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver’s Director of Economics and Analytics, sits down with Matt & Adam to talk data, market trends, perpetually low inventory, and where the market goes in 2023. Plus, some surprising insights we’ve never had on our show. Let’s go!

Looking for cash flow? We’ve got you covered. Today’s guests scour the country to not only make the numbers work but make them work BIG! Nick Hill and Daniel Foch, hosts of The Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast, join Matt & Adam in Kokomo Studios to discuss their investment philosophy, the tools they use to find the most attractive markets, and where they are investing today. This episode will kickstart your investment journey and make your wallet fat. Listen up.

Chard Development has been a dominant player in British Columbia real estate for almost three decades & its success is built on a tried and tested strategy: finding the up-and-coming neighborhoods & doubling down.President & CEO Byron Chard joins Adam & Matt to share his thoughts on current Vancouver real estate trends & details where the market goes from here. Where are the next big growth markets in BC? What neighborhoods is Chard doubling down on currently. And what can we expect from the market for the balance of 2023 & beyond?Stand on the shoulders of giants!

Where are the most vibrant and connected communities in Metro Vancouver? And how should this inform where you live and where you invest? Ameet Johal, Principal at Junction Co., runs a global consulting firm that advises developers on building exciting, inclusive and connected communities in Vancouver and beyond. Who are we building for? Who has been traditionally overlooked and why? And how can we build new homes that meet the needs of all its residents. Ameet brings a global perspective & sees big opportunity for enriching cities & communities across Vancouver. Time to listen up!

What does the smart money think about Vancouver real estate in 2023? Vice President, Research Services & Strategy at GWL Realty Advisors Wendy Waters sits down with Adam & Matt to explain exactly that question, delving deep into the most up-to-date data on the Metro Vancouver real estate market & highlighting the most important trends. And these trends will definitely surprise! What data points are the institutional players focussed on? What do these trends mean for the market (& region) in the next 1,2 & 5 years. And, maybe most importantly, is the smart money currently buying Vancouver? Tune in to find out!  

So many have reached out asking where to find cash flow. And, we get it - Vancouver is not an easy city when it comes to making the numbers work day 1. But there are markets where cash flow is still king. Calvin Hexter sits down with Matt & Adam to discuss mega cash flow opportunities in Edmonton, Alberta. How can Edmonton help you diversify your real estate portfolio? What should you buy based on your budget? And which neighbourhoods offer the perfect mix of high quality tenants, future potential, and big yields? This is one for the real estate investors looking to up their income. Know what you own, and know why you own it!