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Welcome to The Last Honest Realtor, your exclusive, behind-the-scenes pass to the twists and turns of the Toronto real estate market. Hosted by David Fleming of Toronto Realty Group, this podcast offers an unprecedented look behind the curtain, presenting the local real estate scene with a mix of unapologetic honesty and entertaining cynicism. David doesn’t just talk real estate—he lives it. With years of experience under his belt, he's here to share the unvarnished truth about what it really takes to buy or sell in Toronto. From the big wins to the frustrating pitfalls, get ready for a behind-the-scenes journey that promises both information and entertainment. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or just a real estate enthusiast, David's insights will equip you with the knowledge you need to navigate the market. Expect practical advice on everything from staging and junk removal to listing and making the sale. Tune in to The Last Honest Realtor and experience Toronto real estate like never before. Be informed, be entertained, and most importantly, be ready to see the industry through the eyes of someone who can handle any challenge the market throws his way.

  1. 2D AGO

    Ep. 58 - Record-High Listings, Record-Low Sales: Why The Fall Market Is So Slow!

    Send us a text Toronto’s fall real estate market has ground to a halt—sales are at record lows, listings are at record highs, and sellers are wondering why nothing is moving. In this episode, David breaks down exactly why the market feels frozen: from declining absorption rates to unrealistic seller expectations, and poor communication between agents, buyers, and sellers. David shares real client stories that perfectly illustrate the challenge of selling in today’s conditions, plus what needs to change for deals to start moving again. In This Episode: 00:00 – Why nothing is selling in Toronto this fall 02:39 – Real client email: sellers confused by a “slow market” 06:02 – Record-high listings, record-low sales, and what that means 13:26 – Prices declining across Ontario and why agents aren’t honest about it 25:41 – The four parties to every deal — and how they’re all getting in their own way 40:20 – What needs to change for Toronto’s market to recover If you’re thinking about buying or selling right now, this episode is for you. Support the show Subscribe and Follow: Toronto Realty Group Website Toronto Realty Group YouTube Toronto Realty Blog Instagram Toronto Realty Blog Twitter Toronto Realty Blog Facebook

    45 min

  2. OCT 21

    Ep. 57 - Toronto Real Estate Forecast: What The Fall Of 2025 Tells Us About 2026

    Send us a text The fall market is halfway through—and the numbers are in. But what they reveal might surprise you. In this week’s episode of The Last Honest Realtor, David breaks down the latest Toronto real estate stats for September 2025 to uncover what’s really happening in the market and what it all means for 2026. In This Episode: 01:58 – Everybody’s Favourite Question: “How’s The Market?” 05:19 – The Truth Behind “Prices Are Up” Headlines 12:23 – Toronto vs. York, Peel, Halton, & Durham 14:02 – Sales Hit Record Lows 19:47 – A Flood of Listings & Buyer Hesitation 27:32 – Rental Market Resurgence 34:01 – Looking Ahead to 2026 If you want the real story behind the stats and not just the media’s spin, this episode is for you. Support the show Subscribe and Follow: Toronto Realty Group Website Toronto Realty Group YouTube Toronto Realty Blog Instagram Toronto Realty Blog Twitter Toronto Realty Blog Facebook

    40 min

  3. OCT 7

    Ep. 56 - Tales from the Trenches: What is Really Going On in Toronto Real Estate?

    Send us a text In this episode of The Last Honest Realtor, David shares 10 real stories from the market that highlight the biggest challenges right now: from listings that can’t sell, to buyers waiting on the sidelines, to the properties that spark unpredictable competition. Each story reveals a different side of today’s market. Together, they paint a picture of what buyers should expect this fall.  Timestamps: 03:30 – Story 1: Signs from the Painter 05:54 – Story 2: Out to Lunch 11:02 – Story 3: The Math Doesn’t Add Up 12:29 – Story 4: Define Motivated 14:38 – Story 5: A Backwards Rental Market 20:20 – Story 6: Can A Sale Be Too Good? 25:08 – Story 7: Dinner Time 28:26 – Story 8: Dichotomy 32:28 – Story 9: The Gateway 37:36 – Story 10: If I Can’t Sell It, I’ll Lease It 39:50 – Looking ahead: what does it all mean? If you’re thinking about buying or selling this fall, you need to understand the bigger picture—and what’s really driving this shift in Toronto real estate. Support the show Subscribe and Follow: Toronto Realty Group Website Toronto Realty Group YouTube Toronto Realty Blog Instagram Toronto Realty Blog Twitter Toronto Realty Blog Facebook

    42 min

  4. SEP 23

    Ep. 55 - Rental Scams Exposed: How Can Landlords Protect Themselves From Fraud?

    Send us a text Rental scams in Toronto are more common than you think—and they’re getting smarter. In this episode of The Last Honest Realtor, David shares two shocking cases where fraudulent tenants tried to secure luxury rentals with fake credit reports, employment letters, and even forged pay stubs. In This Episode: Learn the red flags that landlords and agents should never ignore.See how small details—like pay periods, LinkedIn profiles, and even a “machine operator working from home”—gave these scammers away.Understand why Ontario’s tenant-friendly system makes it crucial to vet every single application with care Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Rental scams in today’s market 01:15 – Why you don’t need to understand the scam to know it’s a scam 05:13 – How to properly qualify tenants 05:32 – Case #1: The 31-year-old “CFO” with fake documents 16:34 – Case #2: The machine operator who worked from home 25:47 – Why diligence matters for landlords & agents 27:20 – Bigger picture: Ontario’s landlord-tenant board issues 31:16 – Why specialization (and good agents) matter Whether you’re a landlord, tenant, or just curious about the behind-the-scenes of the rental market, this episode is packed with eye-opening lessons and real-world examples. Support the show Subscribe and Follow: Toronto Realty Group Website Toronto Realty Group YouTube Toronto Realty Blog Instagram Toronto Realty Blog Twitter Toronto Realty Blog Facebook

    34 min

  5. SEP 9

    Ep. 54 - Which 5 Market Segments Could Predict The Toronto Market This Fall?

    Send us a text In this episode of The Last Honest Realtor, David Fleming dives into five key market segments to watch in Fall 2025. From the struggles of entry-level freeholds and the “forever home”  in Toronto, to the oversupply of one-bedroom condos and the pressure facing young buyers–these stories and stats reveal what’s really happening in today’s market and what it means for the future. In this episode: 0:00 – Intro: Why market segments matter 3:47 – Segment 1: Entry-level freehold houses in the 416 14:17 – Segment 2: Forever homes $3 Million and up 20:29 – Segment 3: One-bedroom condos & absorption rates 28:30 – Segment 4: Young buyers facing peer skepticism and social pressures 36:28 – Segment 5: The 905 (Durham, Halton, Peel, York) and how they’ve underperformed since the peak 43:39 – Recap: What these five segments say about the Fall 2025 real estate market in Toronto With examples, insights, and some blunt truths, David explains where the Toronto market is holding strong—and where it’s faltering. Whether you’re a homeowner, investor, or first-time buyer, this breakdown will give you the context you need to understand what’s coming this fall. #TorontoRealEstate #TorontoHousingMarket #TorontoCondos #TorontoHomes #RealEstatePodcast #FallMarket2025 #416RealEstate #905RealEstate #HousingMarketCrash #TorontoFirstTimeBuyer #RealEstateInvesting #TorontoHousing Support the show Subscribe and Follow: Toronto Realty Group Website Toronto Realty Group YouTube Toronto Realty Blog Instagram Toronto Realty Blog Twitter Toronto Realty Blog Facebook

    46 min

  6. AUG 26

    Ep. 53 - Looking Ahead To Fall: Is The Toronto Housing Market Finally Heating Up?

    Send us a text David Fleming is back in a brand new season of The Last Honest Realtor! This is shaping up to be the busiest fall market since 2021, with interest rate cuts ahead, and quality inventory lacking in numerous geographic locations, price points, and housing styles. In this episode, David unpacks the biggest factors that will drive the months ahead — backed by hard data and market stats. In this episode: Interest rates, inflation & unemployment – What the next Bank of Canada moves could mean for affordabilitySales volume – Why 2025 is on track for a drop in sales volume and whether July’s small rebound signals a trendInventory – Record-breaking stats for the number of active listings in a monthThe condo market – The condo market at its worst, and what could unlock movement in the freehold marketPrices – Predictions that we’ll see a new 2025 price peak in the fall market Timestamps: 04:13 Predictions on upcoming interest rate cuts 09:53 Unemployment, inflation, and banks’ rate forecasts  12:01 “What in the world is happening with sales?” 18:46 Record-breaking stats for monthly active listings 22:15 Inventory absorption rates 24:29 Has the condo market hit bottom? 30:38 “Trends” vs what the stats show 38:07 Fall 2025: average home price reaching a new peak for 2025 If you’re buying, selling, or just curious about what’s next, this episode is packed with data, insights, and predictions you won’t hear anywhere else. Tune in for new episodes every other Tuesday. #TorontoRealEstate #HousingMarket #InterestRates #CondoMarket #GTA #CanadaHousing Support the show Subscribe and Follow: Toronto Realty Group Website Toronto Realty Group YouTube Toronto Realty Blog Instagram Toronto Realty Blog Twitter Toronto Realty Blog Facebook

    46 min

  7. JUL 2

    Ep. 52 - Market on Hold? What Happens When Toronto Goes on Vacation

    Send us a text In this episode of The Last Honest Realtor, David Fleming strips away the summer optimism and asks the question on every homeowner’s mind: when Toronto heads for the cottage, does the real estate market grind to a halt? With data-driven analysis and candid field stories, David unpacks the seasonal myths and inconvenient truths behind sluggish sales, desperate price cuts, and the rush of sellers hoping the fall will “save” their year. If you’re expecting a summer lull, brace yourself—this year, it’s more than just the temperature that’s set to drop. In This Episode: The reality behind Toronto’s summer market slow-down—and why it’s worse than usual in 2025Why buyers, sellers, and agents all pin their hopes on the fall, despite the numbersThe surge of latecomers listing in June, and what it reveals about seller psychologyHow market fatigue is fueling a record number of relistings and terminated listingsWhat absorption rates and sales volumes actually say about condo and freehold demandWhy the rental market is bucking its own seasonal trends—and what it means for investorsInterest rate cuts: what to expect, and why predictions rarely pan out as plannedLessons from the data: market troughs, false optimism, and how to make decisions in a buyer-seller standoff Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Toronto real estate meets vacation season 02:00 – Summer market myths vs. 2025 reality 05:00 – The June seller rush: who lists, and why 09:00 – Sluggish sales and the cold, hard numbers 14:00 – The relisting spiral: inside the cycle of failed listings 18:00 – Why sellers are betting on the fall (and why that rarely works) 22:00 – Condos, rentals, and the decline of the “hot” summer market 28:00 – Predictions, data, and the path forward for buyers and sellers 33:00 – Closing thoughts: decision-making in a market on pause Subscribe, comment, and share this episode with anyone banking on a summer sale—or expecting the market to do their heavy lifting. Bosley Real EstateBosley Real Estate: Family-owned since 1928, delivering trusted real estate services across Ontario.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Subscribe and Follow: Toronto Realty Group Website Toronto Realty Group YouTube Toronto Realty Blog Instagram Toronto Realty Blog Twitter Toronto Realty Blog Facebook

    34 min

  8. JUN 23

    Ep. 51 - Why Every New Builder Home in Toronto Is Overpriced—Every. Single. Time.

    Send us a text In this episode of The Last Honest Realtor, David Fleming exposes the costly cycle of builder homes hitting Toronto’s market at fantasy prices—again and again. Every new build, the same result: a sky-high listing, a string of failed agents, and a year spent chasing buyers who never come. From the scorpion-and-frog parable to brutal, fact-driven case studies, David breaks down why builders stubbornly ignore local tastes, overvalue irrelevant features, and sabotage their own sales—all while the neighbourhood looks on in disbelief. In This Episode: Why every new builder home in Toronto launches at 20% over market value—and stays thereThe critical mistakes out-of-area builders make when they ignore the local buyerHow hiring the wrong agent costs sellers time, money, and brand reputationThe features nobody wants: pools, basement apartments, and gaudy finishes that drive buyers awayWhy serial price drops and relistings destroy buyer trust and erode valueWhat actually works: understanding neighbourhood demand, staging, and fit-for-market designThe economics of ego: how builders talk themselves out of a deal, every single time Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Why every new builder home is overpriced, every single time 01:22 – The scorpion and the builder: a parable for Toronto real estate 05:10 – Out-of-area builders: repeating the same mistakes 10:45 – What buyers actually want (and what they’ll never pay for) 19:04 – The price drop dance: relistings, terminated agents, and wasted months 25:25 – Reputation, brand, and the agent that actually gets it sold 32:15 – Closing thoughts: adapt, or stay stuck on the market Subscribe, comment, and share this episode with anyone convinced that “their” new build is the one exception. Bosley Real EstateBosley Real Estate: Family-owned since 1928, delivering trusted real estate services across Ontario.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Subscribe and Follow: Toronto Realty Group Website Toronto Realty Group YouTube Toronto Realty Blog Instagram Toronto Realty Blog Twitter Toronto Realty Blog Facebook

    35 min
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Welcome to The Last Honest Realtor, your exclusive, behind-the-scenes pass to the twists and turns of the Toronto real estate market. Hosted by David Fleming of Toronto Realty Group, this podcast offers an unprecedented look behind the curtain, presenting the local real estate scene with a mix of unapologetic honesty and entertaining cynicism. David doesn’t just talk real estate—he lives it. With years of experience under his belt, he's here to share the unvarnished truth about what it really takes to buy or sell in Toronto. From the big wins to the frustrating pitfalls, get ready for a behind-the-scenes journey that promises both information and entertainment. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or just a real estate enthusiast, David's insights will equip you with the knowledge you need to navigate the market. Expect practical advice on everything from staging and junk removal to listing and making the sale. Tune in to The Last Honest Realtor and experience Toronto real estate like never before. Be informed, be entertained, and most importantly, be ready to see the industry through the eyes of someone who can handle any challenge the market throws his way.

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  • Creator
    Toronto Realty Group
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Toronto Realty Group
  • Show Website
    The Last Honest Realtor

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