What To Do If Your Home Value Drops: Real Stories & Solutions for Canadian Homeowners | EP 87

Worried your home is worth less than you paid? You’re not alone—and you have options.In this episode of Real Estate Wisdom with Vish, we break down what negative equity means for Canadian homeowners, share real-life stories, and offer step-by-step solutions to help you protect your investment—even in a challenging market.Vish returns after an inspiring trip to Banff and Jasper (and a short break to recover from a gym injury!) to tackle one of the most pressing questions in today’s housing market:What should you do if your property value drops below your mortgage?⏰ Episode Chapters00:00 – Welcome Back & Personal UpdateVish shares why the last episode was delayed, his Banff & Jasper adventure, and recovering from a back injury.02:30 – Understanding Negative EquityWhat it means to be “underwater” on your mortgage, with a real Oakville example.05:30 – Why Does Negative Equity Happen?Market downturns, low down payments, and rising interest rates explained.09:00 – What Are Your Options?09:30 – Stay Put and Wait It Out: Sandra’s story of patience and recovery.12:00 – Accelerated Mortgage Payments: How small extra payments helped one couple bounce back.14:00 – Renovate Wisely: Anita’s $5,000 reno that boosted her home’s value by $15,000.16:00 – Rent Out Your Property: Kevin’s experience renting instead of selling at a loss.18:00 – Refinance or Renew Your Mortgage: Sam’s stress-free renewal story.20:00 – Selling at a Loss or Short Sale: What to know before you sell.22:00 – Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure: Rare but important to understand.24:00 – Tips to Avoid Negative Equity in the FutureDown payments, emergency funds, and buying within your means.26:00 – Final Thoughts & Listener Q&AWhy real estate is a long game and how to stay wise and resilient.Who Should Listen?Canadian homeowners worried about falling property valuesFirst-time buyers who purchased at the peakAnyone facing a mortgage in today’s changing marketReal estate investors and those considering renting out propertySubscribe, rate, and share if you found this episode helpful!Have a question or story to share? Comment below or connect with Vish on Instagram @vishforyourhomePodcasts are available on:Youtube: https://shorturl.at/amnW5Spotify: https://shorturl.at/dprvAApple Podcast: https://shorturl.at/bjDW5Thanks!VISHAL KAPOORREALTOR®C: 905.330.8675 O: 905.845.9180 E: vishal@vishforyourhome.caW: www.vishforyourhome.ca Century 21 Miller Real Estate Ltd.Brokerage, Independently Owned and OperatedFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VishForYourHomeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vishforyour...Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5FP...X: https://twitter.com/vishforyourhome#CanadianRealEstate #NegativeEquity #HomeValue #MortgageAdvice #RealEstateWisdom #VishKapoor #HomeOwnership #MarketDownturn #OakvilleRealEstate #FirstTimeBuyer #Banff #Jasper #CanadianHomeowners