Beyond The Sale Podcast Cynthia Ostos

Canada’s real estate has undergone a dramatic shift in the past decade. Gone are the days of solely in-person offers and limited information for buyers. This episode features Amy Gilmore, a mom, owner of Gilmore Property Group, and an experienced realtor with Remax Realty. Amy and I explore some of the key changes that have reshaped the industry. 

We discuss:




How COVID-19 pandemic reshaped the offer process


The rise of transparency and public access to real estate information


The impact of the Fair Housing Act and TRESA (formerly REEBA)


The rise of open offer bidding systems


Cloud-based brokerages and their impact on marketing


Influence of social media on realtors


The future of real estate




Spring market predictions



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Navigating the path to owning your first home can feel daunting given the array of options available. In this episode, Cynthia's colleague, Anita Fervaha, a realtor at ExP, joins the discussion. Together, they demystify the essentials for first-time homebuyers in 2024 and share valuable tips for setting a course toward success.

They touch on:

- Challenges getting into real estate as a first time buyer
- Real estate prices in Mississauga for condos and houses
- Mortgage qualification under current market conditions
- Government incentives for new homeowners
- Opportunities in the real estate market
- Importance of strategic planning and education for first-time home buyers
- Smart ways to finance your purchase
- The benefits of talking to a real estate expert.

Are you looking to buy your first home? Share your questions, or thoughts by emailing cynthia@beyondthesale.ca or send us a DM on Instagram at @cynthiaostosteam. We'd love to hear from you!

For a long time, real estate has been a man's world, with women typically working behind the scenes. But things are changing. Women are stepping up, taking charge, and changing the way we think about buying, selling, and creating places for people to live and work. This isn't just a dream; it's happening right now.

In honor of International Women's Day and Women's History Month we're thrilled to feature Josephine Kibalian, a remarkable real estate broker with Royal LePage Signature Realty. Josephine and I talk about independence, empowerment, and the evolving roles of women in the real estate industry.

We chat about:

- Josephine's entry into real estate, deeply influenced by her resilient mother and her brother's early career achievements.
- The shift from traditional roles to empowerment and self-reliance.
- Balancing a demanding career with the chaos of motherhood.
- Who makes better realtors between men and women
- Prioritizing self-care as a woman
- Multitasking to balance family and career demands.
- Women pushing for financial Independence and personal fulfillment

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In this episode, host Cynthia Ostos is joined by Romina Rodriguez, a mortgage broker and mother of seven. Yes, SEVEN! You read that right!



They will discuss the intricacies of the current mortgage landscape and market dynamics and chat about the unique blend of challenges and triumphs in balancing motherhood and a thriving career.



Topics discussed are:



- Managing family life while thriving in the mortgage industry.

- How financing has evolved in 2024

- Common mortgage misconceptions

- Redefining success and achieving a harmonious balance between career aspirations and family priorities.

- Opportunities for homeownership and lending practices.

- Fostering financial literacy and instilling savings habits in kids.



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The dream of getting a real estate license and cruising in a Ferrari is tempting, until reality hits new agents. With 77,000 licensed Realtors in Ontario and the average agent selling 2 homes a year there is definitely A LOT of competition. Statistics reveal that a whopping 85% of realtors don't make it past year five.



In episode 2, my incredible teammate Dakwan Henry joins us to talk about his transition into real estate! Together, we get real about the motives driving the surge in people becoming realtors and explore the factors that determine success and failure in the industry.



We chat about:



-The impact of COVID on the real estate sector

-The hurdles faced by newcomers entering the real estate Industry

-Why some agents make It while others struggle

-Low barriers to entry into real estate

-Joining a real estate team vs. working solo



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Beyond the Sale is a new podcast hosted by real estate broker, and industry leader, Cynthia Ostos. Alongside colleagues, she’ll discuss everything beyond the sale; because selling real estate entails so much more than the deal itself. Cynthia and her team are on a quest to educate buyers and sellers while considering their unique needs within the market. On a mission to uplift and inspire other women in the real estate industry to lead both thriving professional and personal lives, Cynthia will also invite fellow mothers on the podcast to discuss how being in real estate can impact family life.