43 episodes

Are you ready to learn more about the Real Estate industry in Vancouver without being bored out of your mind? We are Joe and Jeff, two local Realtors® who have over 16 years of industry experience. Join us for our weekly updates where we chat about the in's and outs of the Real Estate industry. We will share our best practices on how to protect yourself whether you are Buying, Selling, or Investing and provide you with updates on the market, along with interviews with other industry experts. We strive to provide value to our listeners while maintaining a light hearted and entertaining approach. Have a question or a topic you would like to hear about? Send us an email at micforvanre@gmail.com Tune in to our podcast on your favourite platform at: The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate

The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate Joe Lee + Jeff Chan

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Are you ready to learn more about the Real Estate industry in Vancouver without being bored out of your mind? We are Joe and Jeff, two local Realtors® who have over 16 years of industry experience. Join us for our weekly updates where we chat about the in's and outs of the Real Estate industry. We will share our best practices on how to protect yourself whether you are Buying, Selling, or Investing and provide you with updates on the market, along with interviews with other industry experts. We strive to provide value to our listeners while maintaining a light hearted and entertaining approach. Have a question or a topic you would like to hear about? Send us an email at micforvanre@gmail.com Tune in to our podcast on your favourite platform at: The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate

    November 2023 Market Update

    November 2023 Market Update

    Welcome to a jam-packed episode of "The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate," where we're diving deep into the November 2023 Market in Vancouver.

    The seasonal slow down in sales paired with an increased supply has led the market in a different direction than we have seen these past few years.

    Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell? Have prices finally fallen to an "affordable" level? Make sure you tune in to find out!

    Watch us on Youtube:  https://youtu.be/F5NDKrTUcjE

    As always, we value your opinion and feedback. Please let us know what you thought about this episode! We would love to hear from you on on any topics you would like to learn more about. Please leave us a comment or send us an email at: MicforvanRE@gmail.com!

    • 36 min
    November 2023 News Roundup

    November 2023 News Roundup

    Welcome back to Episode 42 of The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate! We've got a jam-packed episode focusing on the latest trends and issues affecting our real estate market. Here's what we're diving into:

    🏠 Homeownership Dreams: The financial stress thrust upon homeowners is very real, and this is what the government is doing to help Canadians through it.

    📈Density Changes: Premier David Eby allows for density changes which will alter the landscape of Vancouver Real Estate Forever

    👶 Mass Exodus in Canada: With the sky high costs of living in major cities, many residents are seeking to leave Canada for other opportunities in order to survive.

    Watch us on Youtube: https://youtu.be/TidUWr7JjoA

    Don't miss out on this comprehensive look at Vancouver's ever-changing real estate market. Tune in now, and make sure to subscribe for all the latest updates!

    • 48 min
    Historical Month In Real Estate. October 2023 Market Update

    Historical Month In Real Estate. October 2023 Market Update

    Welcome to a jam-packed episode of "The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate," where we're diving deep into the October 2023 Market in Vancouver.

    Finally breaking through historical 10-year averages this month saw some significant swings in several categories.

    Is it a good time to buy? Is it a good time to sell? Have prices finally fallen to an "affordable" level? Make sure you tune in to find out!

    Watch us on Youtube: https://youtu.be/fp9u_M77gWQ

    As always, we value your opinion and feedback. Please let us know what you thought about this episode! We would love to hear from you on on any topics you would like to learn more about. Please leave us a comment or send us an email at: MicforvanRE@gmail.com!

    • 43 min
    October 2023 News Round Up

    October 2023 News Round Up

    Welcome back to Episode 40 of The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate! This October News Round Up is packed with the latest scoop on the evolving real estate landscape in Vancouver. Here's the drill-down:

    🌆 View Cones Revision: The debate is heating up over Vancouver's view cones. We dissect the proposed revisions and the potential impact on the city’s skyline.

    🎓 Student Housing Crisis: The housing crunch is hitting students hard. We delve into their struggles and the call for universities to step in.

    🛏️ Short-term Rental Rules: Hold tight as we unravel the new short-term rental regulations and what they spell out for homeowners and the rental market.

    🚫 Development Hurdles: Opposition to rezoning is stirring the pot. We discuss the clash between residents and developers, and what it means for housing availability.

    💵 Affordable Housing Update: Proposed rent hikes in affordable housing schemes have stirred the pot. We explore the debate and the potential fallout.

    ...and more including the latest on interest rate stability from the Bank of Canada, the surge in real estate agents, and a game-changing lawsuit in the US affecting real estate commissions.

    Watch us on Youtube: https://youtu.be/fe8Le-AIc1I

    Dive into this comprehensive exploration of Vancouver’s real estate scene. Hit play, subscribe for all the latest updates, and let's delve into these pressing issues together!

    • 1 hr 10 min
    September 2023 Market Update

    September 2023 Market Update

    Welcome back to Episode 39 of The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate! This episode zooms into the September 2023 market dynamics in Vancouver. We unravel the sales activity, price trends, inventory insights, and the sales-to-active ratio rundown. Additionally, we touch upon the continuing rise in rent prices and what it denotes for the market.

    🏠 Sales have seen a mix of trends compared to last year and last month.
    💲 The HPI price stands at $1,203,300, showing nuanced shifts.
    📈 A noticeable inventory increase has come about, veering above the 10-year average.
    💹 The sales-to-active ratio exhibits a downtick across all property types.

    Join us as we dissect these numbers and discuss the possible ripple effects on both buyers and sellers. Don’t miss out on these crucial market insights. Tune in now, and make sure to hit the subscribe button for all the latest updates in Vancouver's real estate market! 🚀

    Watch us on Youtube: https://youtu.be/D0PAGkpQ2ng

    As always, we value your opinion and feedback. Please let us know what you thought about this episode! We would love to hear from you on on any topics you would like to learn more about. Please leave us a comment or send us an email at: MicforvanRE@gmail.com!

    • 35 min
    September 2023 News RoundUp

    September 2023 News RoundUp

    Welcome back to Episode 38 of The Mic for Vancouver Real Estate! We've got a jam-packed episode focusing on the latest trends and issues affecting our real estate market. Here's what we're diving into:

    🏠 Homeownership Dreams: Nearly half of non-homeowners in Canada think they'll never own a home. We dissect the latest Semi-Annual State of the Housing Report and discuss what this means for all of us.

    📈 Affordability Crisis: Canada needs 3.5 million more homes by 2030 to restore affordability. We break down these staggering numbers and explore the challenges and opportunities on the horizon.

    💰 Short-term Rental Shock: Hold onto your seats! The short-term rental license fee in Vancouver is set to skyrocket. We discuss what this means for homeowners and the rental market at large.

    👶 Fertility & Housing: Could the sky-high cost of housing be affecting Canada's fertility rate? We delve into this intriguing correlation and its potential long-term implications.

    Don't miss out on this comprehensive look at Vancouver's ever-changing real estate market. Tune in now, and make sure to subscribe for all the latest updates!
    https://youtu.be/mlfj2fxlw2Y

    • 1 hr 5 min

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