House Rich Podcast with Matt Parker Matt Parker

Navigating the real estate market can be a daunting task, especially for first-time buyers or sellers. But what if you had expert advice to guide you through? In today's episode, host Matt Parker talks with Andrew, a seasoned realtor. Andrew shares his unique insights into the real estate market, the importance of customer service, and even some personal interests that help him unwind.

From transitioning from the restaurant industry to real estate, to tips on being proactive in a fluctuating market, Andrew covers it all. Tune in now to gain valuable insights that could make your next real estate transaction a breeze!

Get in touch with Andrew for personalized real estate advice:


Email: andrewhr@islandrealm.com
Phone: 250.415.1881

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CONNECT WITH MATT PARKER ON SOCIAL MEDIA


Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattparker.mortgage/?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewparkerca/


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In this episode of the House Rich podcast, host Matt Parker, also known as Mortgage Matt, sits down with Louise McKnight, a highly experienced realtor from South Surrey, Canada. They discuss Louise's journey in the real estate industry, her team's approach to serving clients, and the current state of the real estate market.



Key Points Discussed:


Introduction to Louise McKnight: Louise is a seasoned realtor with over 20 years of experience in the real estate industry. She leads a multi-award-winning team, Team McKnight, which has facilitated over $2 billion in real estate transactions over the past eight years. The team is known for its commitment and dedication to their clients, serving the South Surrey and White Rock real estate markets. Learn more about Louise McKnight and her team here.


Louise's Journey in Real Estate: Louise transitioned into real estate from the newspaper business in 2008, foreseeing the decline of the newspaper industry. She started with a small company called Bay Realty, which she eventually took over and ran with a colleague, Jeff Glacier. They sold the business to McDonald Realty three years ago.


The Importance of Teamwork: Louise emphasizes the importance of having a supportive team in the real estate industry. Her team, which she describes as a family, has been together for many years, providing a strong support system and a source of energy.


Current State of the Real Estate Market: Louise discusses the recent rate increase from the Bank of Canada and its impact on the market. She advises sellers to price their properties well and buyers to be patient and get pre-approvals for their mortgages. She also emphasizes the importance of not overextending oneself financially when buying a property.


Advice for Potential Buyers and Sellers: Louise advises potential buyers and sellers to be patient and cautious. She emphasizes the importance of getting a pre-approval for a mortgage and setting realistic expectations for the buying or selling process.


Memorable Transactions: Louise shares a memorable transaction involving two large developers. The negotiation process was tough and lasted for two weeks, but in the end, everyone was happy with the outcome.



Questions to Consider:


How can you apply Louise's advice about not overextending oneself financially when buying a property?
What steps can you take to ensure you are prepared for any potential rate increases in the future?
How can having a supportive team benefit you in your professional journey?



Contact Information:


Louise McKnight: Louise can be reached via email at Louise@macrealty.com for any real estate inquiries.
Matt Parker: Matt can be reached at 778-897-2554 or via email at matt@mattparker.ca. You can also visit his website at mattparker.ca for more information.


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Meet Lindsie:

I'm passionate about a few things:


My family (my husband and I have two young sons named Dante and Enzo)
My community (I love being part of a real Vancouver neighbourhood)
Travel (I even wrote a book about Traveling with Kids)
Writing (Check out my latest article for REW.ca here)
Wine (no need to explain!)
People (my friends and my clients, who often become friends)
Real Estate
Being outdoors (especially hiking, SUP and biking)

But I'm even more passionate about helping my clients find the home that is right for them.

I specialize in helping families who have outgrown their current home, usually with the arrival of a wee one. Who knew someone so small could take up so much space? With the arrival of a baby, you start to think about things that you hadn't before. I love guiding clients through the process of finding the neighbourhood that they want to raise their children in.

I also love helping first time home buyers through the excitement and nervousness of buying their first property. It doesn't have to be scary!

WHERE I LIVE
Before we had kids, my husband and I lived in a condo in Kits, which we adored. After our first son was born, our one bedroom and den condo suddenly became too small (sound familiar?!) so we bought a house near Commercial Drive in East Vancouver.

If you live in the area and have kids, you've probably seen me around the playground, the ice rink or Community Centre at Trout Lake. If you live in the area and don't have kids, you've probably seen me shopping at Donald's Market, running around Trout Lake, sipping a coffee at The Prado cafe or enjoying a chocolate chip zucchini muffin at JJ Bean.

WHICH NEIGHBORHOODS DO I SPECIALIZE IN?
I work in all areas of Vancouver (including outside of Vancouver proper like North Van, Burnaby and Port Moody). I specialize in East Van because it's my 'hood and I know the schools, parks, restaurants, community centres and ammenities like the back of my hand.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
A portion of every one of my sales go to the Children's Miracle Network as well as Backpack Buddies.

The children's hospitals supported by the Children's Miracle Network provide comfort, treatment and hope to millions of sick kids each year. In Vancouver, our donations go directly to the BC Children’s Hospital and last year, our RE/MAX office raised more than $24,105.

Backpack Buddies is a unique program that addresses a very real need in Vancouver that most of us don't think about. There are many kids that attend inner city schools that rely on lunch programs throughout the school week. When the weekend rolls around, many of these kids will remain hungry until they return to school on Monday. Backpack Buddies provides a backpack filled with food for these kids to take home, because hunger doesn't take the weekend off.

In 2002, I was a part of Joints in Motion, raising over $4,000 for the Arthritis Society of Canada and running my first marathon in Honolulu. In 2003 & 2005, I joined Team in Training, raising over $10,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada.

I also volunteer every year with the Vancouver Heritage Foundation and the Vancouver International Wine Festival (formerly the Playhouse International Wine Festival). I love heritage houses and wine!

HOW TO CONTACT ME
It's easy. Call me directly at 604.396.4433 or send me an email at lindsie@lindsietomlinson.com.


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Do you feel stressed about the rising rate market and what the Bank of Canada will do next?

In today's episode, Matt Parker discussed the October 26 Bank of Canada rate announcement and answers the top questions people like you have.

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Do you feel like you're not investing for the future and have used your investments and savings to buy a home? Everyone needs to diversify their investments to plan for retirement, but that is becoming harder with increasing living expenses.

In today's conversation, Matt Parker talks with Certified Financial Planner and Cash Flow Specialist Kelly Ho about how to invest even when home ownership becomes more and more expensive.

Find Kelly Ho at dldfinancial.com/team/kelly-ho

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Meet Bruce:



Bruce grew up and lives in beautiful Cranbrook BC with his wife and two little girls. Before becoming a REALTOR®, Bruce owned and operated a repair/construction business which has given him extensive knowledge of home renos and construction. Whether you are buying or selling, Bruce will draw on his experience to find the home that fits you and your family best as well as help stage and list your home for selling. His dedication to detail will give you peace of mind during your real estate transaction.



When Bruce is not working, he enjoys hiking, biking, playing and coaching ball and spending time at the lake. His commitment to giving back to the community allows him to network with many people which in turn will help to give your property greater exposure.



Give Bruce a call, his dedication to customer service and knowledge of the local real estate market will make your buying or selling experience rewarding. 



Episode links:


https://agents.royallepage.ca/bruceseitz
https://www.mattparker.ca/interview-with-bruce-seitz


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