Real Collective Podcast

This week on the REAL Collective Podcast Sean meets with Dan Salhany (Manager at RE/MAX Hallmark Ottawa) to chat about the real estate market and solution-oriented real estate. First, dive into Dan's extensive experience in the market and discuss the impact of population growth on rising interest rates in Canada. Learn valuable real estate strategies and how to adapt to the fast-paced, ever-ch...

In this episode of the REAL Collective Podcast Sean Tasse (Broker) discusses the benefits, drawbacks & strategies of selling Real Estate privately. Starting off, Sean explains the concept of a private sale and how it stands apart from the typical way properties are listed and sold. He then dives into the benefits of selling privately, highlighting how it can save sellers the trouble of constan...

Welcome to the latest episode of the REAL Collective Podcast! Today we dive into the question what are the benefits and drawbacks of multiple representation? Our hosts Sean Tasse (Broker) and Brendan McKeigan (REALTOR®/Professional Comedian) focus their discussion on Multiple Representation, the benefits and drawbacks and review changes coming in from TRESA and how they will affect buyers and sell...

In this episode of the REAL Collective Podcast, Sean Tasse (Broker) and Brendan McKeigan (REALTOR®/Professional Comedian) tackle some real estate questions from friends, specifically some Facebook questions that came into Brendan. This episode begins with an engaging conversation about the popular DIY companies pre-pandemic, offering a nostalgic yet informative tone to set the stage for the more i...

Welcome to the Real Collective Podcast, your trusted guide to finding the right neighborhood, the multi-faceted world of real estate, community-building, and innovative home trends, hosted by Sean Tasse and Brendan McKeigan. This week, we set our sights on the community of Whitehaven, delving into its unique charm and potential for those seeking a fresh start. Join Sean and Brendan as they take yo...

Have you been considering selling your home on your own? What are the pitfalls of selling your home without an agent? Welcome to another captivating episode of The Real Collective, your favorite deep-dive into the world of real estate investment. In Season 8, Episode 2, host Sean Tasse alongside the ever-insightful guest, Leo Alvarenga (Broker at  @goodstoryottawa  ), unearth the nuances of sellin...

Real Estate Commission Uncovered on the REAL Collective Podcast! Welcome to another insightful episode of the Real Collective podcast, your go-to source for real estate insights, hosted by seasoned REALTORS®, Sean and Brendan. Today's episode kicks off with a fun and relatable chat about coaching Timbits soccer, setting a light-hearted tone for the more serious conversations to follow. One of...

Welcome to this episode of the Real Collective Podcast: Housing Defects Explained. In this episode Sean and Brendan explore the intricate world of housing defects, patent defects, latent defects, and housing stigmas. In this in-depth discussion, they provide comprehensive insights into these critical aspects of real estate and offer expert advice on how to navigate the challenges they present. Joi...

Welcome to The REAL Collective Podcast, your ultimate destination for navigating the Ottawa housing market. In this episode we're talking about the four types of real estate buyers. Sean and Brendan are tackling the multifaceted nature of Ottawa's buyer market. They discuss in-depth the different profiles of buyers who are active in the market today: Qualified & Motivated Buyers, Quali...

Welcome to The Real Collective Podcast, your ultimate destination for navigating the Ottawa housing market. In this installment, Sean and Brendan answer the question, what is a real estate assignment contract and explain an assignment contract's practicalities and mechanics. For both seasoned investors and novices, understanding assignment contracts is fundamental. Sean and Brendan explore the...

Welcome to The Real Collective Podcast, your ultimate destination for navigating the Ottawa housing market. In this episode, we discuss what to expect when you're selling for the first time. Sean and Brendan, real estate experts, provide insightful guidance for first time sellers, they decipher builders’ forms, and at the end, explore family-friendly activities in Ottawa during the summer mont...

Welcome to The Real Collective Podcast, your ultimate destination for the ins and outs of professional decluttering. In this episode, we're excited to discuss how to declutter your home and your mind by exploring decluttering practices with Cass Henry. We delve into stress management strategies, examine typical kitchen clutter scenarios, and highlight the workload involved in decluttering. Fir...

Welcome to the Real Collective Podcast, your ultimate guide to the Ottawa real estate market. In this episode, we'll delve into new listing discussions, strategic sales practices, Ottawa vs. GTA comparisons, and the importance of precision evaluation when listing homes. Discover the latest insights on new listings and explore effective strategies to maximize the selling potential of your prope...

Join us in today's episode as we uncover two potent wealth-building techniques through real estate: Cash Damming and the Smith Maneuver. Learn from expert mortgage brokers, Christina Pentlichuk & Stef Edwards, as they share invaluable insights on these strategies and how to apply them to boost your net worth. In the first part of our episode, we delve into the Smith Maneuver – a sophistica...

In this episode of the REAL Collective Podcast, Sean Tasse (Broker) is joined by guest Rebecca Mountain (High Performance Coach) to discuss how to break free from cycles of fear and doubt, and embrace your best life. They tackle subjects like buyer's remorse, negative self-worth, and what it means to be a GOAT and how to stop feeding your inner dragon so you can make informed real estate decis...

In this episode of The REAL Collective Podcast, Sean Tasse (Broker) and Brendan McKeigan (REALTOR®/Professional Comedian) break down what your real estate agent should be doing on your behalf (and what you can do personally) to ensure that no money is left on the table when making a deal. They also share stories from the field that highlight what happens when agents don't put in the effort to...

In this episode of the REAL Collective Podcast, Sean Tasse (Broker) sits down with Michael Chan (Managing Partner - AMG Home) to discuss the investor journey, from that first investment property to a city-wide network of units. Enjoy this inside look at how real estate management can help change lives and get people into homes they'll love for years to come.

In this episode of the REAL Collective Podcast, we're receiving some expert advice on bathroom and kitchen renovations! Sean Tasse (Broker), Brendan McKeigan (REALTOR®/Professional Comedian), and Aviva Ben-Choreen (Master Kitchen and Bath Designer) dive into everything you need to know before renovating a kitchen or bathroom and how it can affect your quality of life and the resale value of yo...

In this episode of the REAL Collective Podcast, Sean Tasse (Broker) and Brendan McKeigan (REALTOR®/Professional Comedian) discuss some key considerations for first-time home owners to explore before buying, and how they can increase the value of their property and walk away winners the next time they move.

In this episode of the REAL Collective Podcast, Sean Tasse (Broker) and Brendan McKeigan (REALTOR®/Professional Comedian) break down everything that consumers need to know about the new representation regulations taking effect in Ontario under the Trust in Real Estate Services Act.

In this episode of the REAL Collective Podcast, Sean Tasse (Broker) and Brendan McKeigan (REALTOR®/Professional Comedian) take a look at the spring 2023 market and discuss how stable interest rates are going to affect buyers, sellers, and investors.

Sean Tasse (Broker) and Brendan McKeigan (REALTOR®/Professional Comedian) connect with Rebecca Nickerson (Mortgage Agent) to make sense of porting and bridging mortgages and the different approaches you can take to buying the house of your dreams.

In this episode of the REAL Collective Podcast, Sean Tasse (Broker) and Brendan McKeigan (REALTOR®/Professional Comedian) let you know about the top five methods that you can use to determine the price of your home.

In this episode of the REAL Collective Podcast, Sean Tasse (Broker) and Brendan McKeigan (REALTOR®/Professional Comedian) explain how to prepare to buy or sell in spring and how to position yourself for the 2023 spring market.

In this episode of the REAL Collective Podcast, Sean Tasse (Broker) and Brendan McKeigan (REALTOR®/Professional Comedian) give their professional advice on how to come out on top in today's market regardless of whether you're buying, selling, or doing both at the same time.