Will Doug Ford “Open Up the Greenbelt” for Development?

What is Doug Ford’s plan for the Greenbelt? Made up of 8.1 million acres of protected land, the Greenbelt is the bedrock that supports a vibrant economy in food and farming, environment and tourism. It provides fresh air, clean water, and healthy local food to millions of people across Ontario. However, since it was established in 2005 home prices in the GTA have skyrocketed.

Therein begins the flipping and flopping we’ve seen from the provincial government over the last few years. What is the current gameplan? In this podcast, we take a walk through the history of the Greenbelt and discuss some of the things you can expect to see in the coming years. This is a blooming topic and it certainly requires more air time… see what we did there.

Toronto’s 2020-2030 Plan to deal with Housing

Toronto’s New HousingTO 2020-2030 Action Plan was formally announced December 2019. This is the bible when it comes to Toronto housing over the next decade. We unveil Toronto’s new $24 billion plan for housing issues expected to help more than 300,000. The detailed plan has over 76 actions but we summarize it here and explain how it will affect our marketplace. If you want to invest in the next ten years, this agenda matters.

While the housing market has boomed in recent years, at the same time it has left an increasing number of lower and moderate-income residents in an environment where rental and ownership costs have surpassed affordability levels. According to the executive summary, “There is no room for half-measures or patchwork solutions.” Let’s see how they do…

Toronto’s NEW Housing Solution for Low to Moderate Income Households

Inclusionary zoning may be new to Toronto, but it’s been applied successfully in many other major North American cities. With supply of affordable housing down, this plan is expected to encourage market housing development and create more complete and equitable communities. In this video, we explain how inclusionary zoning would function as a segment from a broader podcast that goes on to explain how it will impact housing the GTA.

Beyond just a program, inclusionary zoning is a redefining of affordable rental housing. It may not be perfect but it’s what we’ve got and if it helps the low to moderate income families in our city then we’re all ears. How do you think government should be involved, and is this the best way to address housing?

How big is Toronto’s Housing Bubble?

If this title got your attention, then welcome to the challenge the media faces in delivering content to their audiences. Instead of sitting on the sidelines while doomsday preppers steal all the thunder, our recent podcast explains both sides of the market. Why will we crash, and why we won’t.

We discuss global trade tensions, affordability and the looming household debt. Get all the facts before you invest in real estate. We look at the coin from both angles. A one-sided view could spell disaster or upset if you haven’t done your homework.

What you need to know before Renting (Rights & Resources)

If you're a renter in the Greater Toronto Area you don't want to miss these tips! We cover the top 10 things every local renter MUST know to protect themselves from doom and gloom. I encourage you to share this video with a friend who is in the rental market as well.

As an investor and landlord myself I prefer working with tenants who are informed about their rights and responsibilities. It makes the process smoother when we're on the same page. Which point who you consider the most important to our friends out there?

Baby Boomers to steer Toronto Real Estate in 2020 (here's how)

Baby boomers are changing the face of our market as they enter retirement. It's not because they're downsizing, but because they aren't. The local real estate market is about to face another pinch in the coming years as millennials who look to start families begin competing all the more vigorously with a generation that is planning to stay put.

In this video, we share some stats on what baby boomers plan to do in the coming years and what it will mean for every other generation behind them. If supply is the challenge that needs addressing let's hope these aren't the folks we're waiting for…

Toronto and Tech are Synonymous. Investing 2020

The markets saw over 100% return in ten years thanks in large part to tech stocks. Historically, tech stocks offer high risk, but large returns when successful. But what if we could take advantage of the success of large tech companies with the stability and passive income offered by real estate.

In this video, we look at how Toronto had become synonymous on the North American stage with technology. We are climbing the ranks as the top tech hub and the factors are right for a healthy 2020. What companies are having the leading impact in your community?

How Much More will you get in the Spring/Summer? GTA Real Estate Stats 2020

Merry Christmas! What better way to spend it than getting a deal on a GTA real estate property. In this video, we shed some light on how people are winning on their investments by capitalizing on the time of year.

It isn't just about the month either, move up buyers have a serious impact on the marketplace and timing is everything if you want to come out on top. Maybe we need to focus less on the market and more on the time of year! Check out these stats and earn tens of thousands more on your property in 2020.

2020 Real Estate Predictions - Toronto

In 2020, the Toronto Real Estate market is beginning to look a lot like 2016/2017. As inventory tightens, we dive into the key things you'll want to watch for if you're planning on investing in the GTA housing market.

We talk housing starts, interest rates and what a tightening affordability means for our city. Plus a few predictions and sneak peaks for what's to come this year. Get your mind wrapped around what's the latest news in Toronto Real Estate before the new year hits. We are in for an interesting ride and look forward to keeping you in the know as it happens.

Which Toronto Condos Allow Short-Term Rentals & City Update

If you've ever wanted to start an Airbnb business's there are two sides you'll need to be familiar with. Both the city and your condo have something to say about. They go together like peanut butter and jelly.

What does the city of Toronto have to say about short term rentals? We give an update on where the new legislation says. Which condos have approved them? The list is short but we've got it here for you. Enjoy!

Cameras in my rental unit & Other Tools to win as a Landlord.

Landlords are often terrified of you Tenants, so perhaps we need to keep a closer eye. We discuss some of the tools available to Landlords to make them more efficient and look at the technology they're turning towards to regain control.

Somehow I’ve successfully managed to piss off every landlord in the GTA when I mentioned renting their units on AirBnB. But guess what tenants, it’s your turn! How far would you say is too far?

The Liberals plan to address Canada’s Housing challenges.

Whether you voted them in or not, we have ourselves a minority Liberal government. But what does the new government plan to do about the affordability challenges we face in the Greater Toronto Area? We’ve compiled a list of all the major campaign promises directly related to addressing the many housing challenges across Canada.

Toronto Real Estate, where do we stand globally?

Why are investors flocking to Toronto to buy properties? Where do we stand on a worldwide stage? We look at which markets are winning and losing. We can be proud of how we’re doing, but many look at the same figures and scream bubble. Regardless of your opinion, it’s worth knowing what makes us a true real estate market contender.

Would you consider the Toronto real estate market worth the investment, or should we tread carefully?

Toronto November Market Update & Understanding the Luxury Segment

In this market update we share the highlights from last month across the GTA. We take it a step further to explain the hardest hit segment, luxury homes. The last few years have brought increased inventory and the highest price declines we’ve seen in decades. We’ve done the research and crunched the numbers.

The success of these properties will either boost or drag the overall price growth. This video will bring you up to speed on what the top priced homes in our area are expected to do in the coming years. We couldn’t do it without your comments and topic requests, so keep them coming! We hope you’re getting value from our ongoing market updates.

Earn more money renting furnished apartments. The landlord’s guide…

Why do we assume rental units need to come empty? We ask the question, “should you rent your unit furnished or unfurnished?” You won’t have to lug a sofa up any stairs and you might even make enough money to run a positive cash flow in the GTA. We asked Deniero B about it, a trending podcaster in the business section of iTunes. He’s pulling in $300 extra each month on his rental unit.

Perhaps this is the tip you need to generate more money on your unit. We discuss the pros and cons of this strategy and what resources you’ll need to be successful. Is this something you would consider on your units? Maybe it’s the sweet spot between Airbnb and long-term rentals.

How Real Estate is Different Around the World

We have a specific way of doing real estate here in Toronto & the GTA. But what about around the world? There are vast differences in the way people buy and sell properties and we share some of the coolest ones in this video.

Often the best way to change an old system is to look outwards. Understanding what else can be done is the first step to progress... Do you see anything worth copying to make things better here? Or are we just the best already?

How to Make Money on Airbnb without Owning the Actual Property – NEW MONEY

Let me show you how to make 400% return on a modest $3,000! Welcome to an option for those who don't have money to purchase properties but want to cash in on Air BNB. We look into the local rules that would allow you to pull this off and share step-by-step what you need to know to generate huge cash flow.

You will be operating a business which comes with inherit risks, so do your homework. There are many tools out there and minds who have unearthed this concept. This is just the beginning. Introducing a great way to build the down payment you've struggled to get pull together for years.

Finding the best Local Schools for our kids (step-by-step)

Before you submit an offer make sure you've done your homework. Do you know where your kids will be going to school? Schools are often an afterthought but with the tools we share in this video it will likely become the starting point for you search.

We dive into how to identify the best schools (public, private & Catholic) and ensure your child falls within the boundaries. If we want our children to be the priority in our decision to buy a house, this is a good start.

4th Quarter 2019: Toronto Real Estate Market Update

Welcome to my predictions for the 4th quarter of 2019 in the Greater Toronto Area real estate market. If you follow our channel we have covered most of these items but we look at them with more clarity and add another prediction at as well. We are a source of information for the most savvy local investors and we would love to get your opinions on how we can address the looking supply crisis we continue to face.

I don't know about you, but I'd rather not see 2017 happen all over again, so we need to get our act together. Yet the growth numbers put us almost in range of that and it's only October! What do you expect to happen between now and 2020? I'm very blunt with my predictions... Now it's time for you to share yours!

Top Websites to Find Deals & How MLS boards work

Although Realtor.ca is put together into a nice user friendly experience, behind the scenes there is a lot more going on. Realtors and brokerages have different levels of access and when you go to list your home you need to make sure it's posted on the right MLS board. We discuss why you may need to ask more questions of your real estate agent if you are going to maximize your listings exposure or get access to houses that would otherwise be missed.

Fortunately, MLS board are moving towards unification but until that happens make sure your agent can pull all the information you need to win in today's market. Let us know below what platforms you use most for getting listings and the most detail possible...