Let's Talk House Podcast

Lei Villar-Cisneros

Let's Talk House Podcast is the information gateway for home buyers and home sellers on real estate market updates, news, mortgage news, rates, government policies related to real estate and more. We'll bring you the latest reports from organizations like National Association of Realtors®, Canadian Real Estate Association, Ontario Real Estate Association, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board, Canadian Mortgage Professionals, International Association of Home Staging Professionals and more. We'll share all the top real estate news stories and the best kept secrets every homeowner and buyer should know, so you can stay ahead of the curve and make fully informed real estate decisions. Host Lei Villar-Cisneros is the founder of HomesByLei.com and co-author of #TheSmartSeller: What To Expect When Selling A Home. She is also a real estate broker and mortgage agent licensed in the Province of Ontario and serving the Toronto and Greater Toronto Area in Canada.Get the latest real news on real estate on Let's Talk House podcast, your go-to source for all things real estate, mortgage and beyond!Don't forget to subscribe! Love what you hear? Please leave us a review! Thanks for listening!

  1. Let's Talk House Episode 21: The Mortgage Hack Most Canadians Miss (That Could Save You over $100,000)

    07/17/2025

    Let's Talk House Episode 21: The Mortgage Hack Most Canadians Miss (That Could Save You over $100,000)

    What if you could shave four years off your mortgage and save over $100,000—without earning more, working more, or even changing your monthly budget? In this episode of Let’s Talk House, Lei breaks down the simple mortgage payment switch that most Canadians have never even heard of. It’s not refinancing. It’s not a side hustle. It’s not even about increasing your payments. It’s just one tiny checkbox that your lender probably didn’t mention—and it could fast-track your journey to becoming mortgage-free. 🔥 You’ll learn: Why monthly payments cost you more in the long runHow accelerated bi-weekly payments quietly build wealthThe most common mistake Canadian homeowners makeWhat to ask your lender right now to unlock serious savingsWhether you're a first-time buyer, current homeowner, or renewing soon—this is a must-listen. Real advice, Canadian context, no fluff. 🎧 Hit play. Your future mortgage-free self will thank you. A big shoutout to Feedspot for choosing us as one of their Top 80 picks for Real Estate podcast in Canada. Here's a link to this article: https://podcast.feedspot.com/canada_real_estate_podcasts/ #podcast #realestatepodcast #realestateadvice #torontorealestate #torontomortgage #mortgagetips #torontomortgage #payingdownmortgage #realestatetips #dreamhome #realestategoals #ThursdayTips #thursday #realestateagent #firsttimebuyer #homehack #homehacks #torontorealestate #torontolife #buyingahome #buyinghomes #buyingahome #homebuyingtips #homebuying101 #buildwealth #financialfreedom #feedspot  #leivillarre #leivillarrealestate #leivillarcisneros Thanks for listening! Follow us on FB, IG, LinkedIn and YouTube.

    6 min
  2. Let's Talk House Episode 15: Why Luxury Listings Expire: The Truth Behind Unsold High-End Homes

    05/02/2025

    Let's Talk House Episode 15: Why Luxury Listings Expire: The Truth Behind Unsold High-End Homes

    Have you ever wondered why stunning luxury homes sometimes sit unsold on the market? In this first episode of our Expired Luxury Listing series, Lei Villar-Cisneros, GTA real estate expert, pulls back the curtain on the real reasons why luxury listings expire — and spoiler alert: it’s not always about the price. From outdated marketing strategies to missing the emotional connection buyers crave, Lei dives deep into the critical mistakes that lead to expired high-end properties. She also shares key insights on how today’s luxury homes need to be positioned and presented to attract serious buyers quickly and confidently. If you’re a homeowner, luxury seller, or real estate enthusiast looking to understand the modern luxury real estate game — this episode is your must-listen starting point. In this episode, you'll learn: ✅ The top mistakes causing luxury listings to expire ✅ Why positioning is more important than ever ✅ How emotional storytelling sells high-end homes ✅ Actionable steps to relist and succeed ✨ Ready to make your luxury home stand out and finally sell? Let’s talk house — hit play now! #podcast #realestatepodcast #realestateadvice #torontorealestate  #realestatetips #dreamhome #realestategoals #realestateagent #firsttimebuyer #homehack #homehacks #luxuryhomeowners #luxuryhometips #expiredluxuryhomes  #torontolife sellingahome #sellinghomes #homesellingtips #luxuryhomeselling101  #homeselling101 #leivillarre #leivillarrealestate #leivillarcisneros Thanks for listening! Follow us on FB, IG, LinkedIn and YouTube.

    8 min

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Let's Talk House Podcast is the information gateway for home buyers and home sellers on real estate market updates, news, mortgage news, rates, government policies related to real estate and more. We'll bring you the latest reports from organizations like National Association of Realtors®, Canadian Real Estate Association, Ontario Real Estate Association, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board, Canadian Mortgage Professionals, International Association of Home Staging Professionals and more. We'll share all the top real estate news stories and the best kept secrets every homeowner and buyer should know, so you can stay ahead of the curve and make fully informed real estate decisions. Host Lei Villar-Cisneros is the founder of HomesByLei.com and co-author of #TheSmartSeller: What To Expect When Selling A Home. She is also a real estate broker and mortgage agent licensed in the Province of Ontario and serving the Toronto and Greater Toronto Area in Canada.Get the latest real news on real estate on Let's Talk House podcast, your go-to source for all things real estate, mortgage and beyond!Don't forget to subscribe! Love what you hear? Please leave us a review! Thanks for listening!