Bamboo - Vancouver’s Property Management and Investment Podcast

Are you or someone you love thinking about buying or selling real estate after age 55? In this must-listen episode, we sit down with a seasoned expert who specializes in helping 55+ clients navigate the real estate market with confidence, clarity, and purpose. We dive into the unique challenges and exciting opportunities that come with downsizing, relocating, or investing in retirement-friendly pr...

🎧Thinking of hiring a property manager — or wondering if you even need one? Thisepisode is your no-BS guide to smart property management, tenant screening, andrental strategy in today’s shifting market. We cover: ✅ Top reasons to hire a property manager (and when to DIY) ✅ What to ask when interviewing property managers ✅ How to screen tenants effectively — beyond the credit score ✅ Red flags...

Looking to boost your rental property's value, attract better tenants, and future-proof your investment? This episode is packed with expert interior design strategies made specifically for landlords and real estate investors. We sit down with a professional interior designer Hannah Cheng of CHY Design who shares rental-friendly design tips that make a big impact without blowing your budget. Fr...

Are dirty carpets costing you money? In this must-listen episode of Bamboo - Vancouver's Property Management & Investment Podcast, we sit down with a professional carpet cleaning expert to uncover how smart landlords and property managers in Vancouver are using deep cleaning strategies to protect their investments, attract better tenants, and avoid costly replacements. You’ll learn: ➡️ How...

Thinking about renovating your rental property or home in Vancouver? In this episode of Bamboo - Vancouver's Property Management & Investment Podcast, we sit down with a seasoned Vancouver general contractor to uncover the top renovation strategies that boost rental income, increase property value, and keep tenants happy — all while staying on budget. Whether you're a first-time landlo...

This week on Bamboo, we welcomed back Dimitrios Paleogiannis to delve deeper into the world of pre-sale condos and how the new(er) rules that were rolled out last year have affected that sector of real estate. ✅ Are pre-sale still a good investment? ✅ Are they better or worse for first-time buyers? ✅ How to stand out when selling your pre-sale? ✅ How can you get a better deal on your purchase?...

Well! 2025 is here and you should make sure that you are using all the tech that is out there to make sure you life as a landlord is as easy and problem free as possible! In this episode we cover some of the FREE tools that are our there to make sure that your tenancy is smooth and that you don't lose anything that you may need in the future. Be sure to listen in and learn about how to up you...

This week we were joined by licensed electrician Jesse Low of Elephant Electric! In this episode we cover some of the unspoken aspects of electrical in rental units and homes. - What are some of the most dangerous things that are over looked? - What are the trends that are becoming more popular in rentals? - Are EV chargers worth it to install in a rental unit? - What are some of the tell tale sig...

This week we welcomed "the mortgage geek" Jordan Kofsky back to the show to discuss methods to get ahead in your mortgage, along with some of the new rules that have been introduced to help with that! We also covered the differences between variable (did you know there are 2 different kinds) mortgages and fixed terms along with their best uses between landlords vs owner-occupied home. If...

In this episode we sat down with Stuart MacKay of Pedigree Painting to learn about how the pros do it. This is a great episode for any landlord or home owner! We cover some topics such as: - Can you sell for higher with a fresh coat of paint? If so how much? - Techniques to get the best finish - What makes one painting company better than another when hiring them - Pitfalls to look out for when pa...

This week we took a different angle on property management and real estate in general... Often the numbers, the market, the product are in the limelight, but a MAJOR part is missed. THE PEOPLE. In this episode we sit down with the host of "The Mental Health Show w/ Robert Grigore" and discuss various aspects that come up, such as how to deescalate a situation, how to help release stress...

Happy New Year! For the first show of 2025 we sat down with Liam Rines of Royal LePage Elite West and discussed what we figure the 2025 real estate markets will bring for investors and first-time buyers. Do you know some best practices for handling multiple offers? How do you go about getting your "team" together when preparing to make a purchase? We cover some tips for buyer and sellers in this s...

Happy Christmas from all of us at Bamboo - Vancouver's Property Management & Investment Podcast! We will be back in 2025 with more guests, from realtors, to property managers, to trades, lawyers and more! Thank you for listening and look forward to 2025! 🎧 Subscribe now for your weekly dose of rental wisdom! 🏡🔑 Questions or comments?  Email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bamboovanpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

This week, we welcomed Josh Richardson of Ashdown Capital to discuss some of the differences between a residential mortgage and a commercial one. Did you know there are differences? Did you know that a certain amount of residential properties owned results in becoming a commercial mortgage? If you are thinking about becoming an investor and looking to purchase commercial space such as a restaurant...

Selling tenanted properties takes a special type of skill and a type of realtor that knows how to work with not only their client (the landlord), but also with the tenant and when managed the property manager. There are a lot of moving parts, people, personalities, laws, concerns and more to handle. If these are not handled with care and empathy HUGE problems can occur. In this episode of Bamboo -...

Ever wonder if it would be better to rent a house top and bottom separately? Who are the best people to have for repairs? How can I reduce my chances of having a bad tenancy? In this episode of Bamboo Vancouver's Property Management & Investment Podcast, we tackle these questions more. If you are a DIY owner or a professional this one is for you. Thank you to all the people that wrote in their...

Ever heard of Liv.rent? Think about where you usually post or find homes for rent, but WAY safer and using WAY more tech and then you will start to get the idea! We got to sit down with Paula Azevedo to learn the ins and outs of what Liv.rent is exactly and how it is changing the landscape of the rental market in Greater Vancouver. (they are in other cities, but we are a West Coast show) Using AI...

This week we sat down with a fellow Greater Vancouver property manager Keaton Bessy and discussed some best practices for one of the most contested items of a tenancy... The Move-in and Move-out. ✅ What is "reasonable wear and tear?" ✅ How to protect your investment during the tenancy?✅ Is there a benefit to allowing pets? ✅ How do I make sure my report is the most accurate? We cover all these...

This week we sat down with Jordan Grey of Jordan's Professional Movers to learn the ins and outs of how to make moving be less of a nightmare! We all hate doing it, so why not make it easier right?! Tune into this weeks episode of Bamboo & thank you for listening 🤙 Questions or comments?  Email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bamboovanpodcast@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Haze Hartwig - Host Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook...

In this episode of Bamboo - Vancouver’s Property Management & Investment Podcast , we sit down with Michael LeBeau of LeBeau Law to unravel the complexities of property ownership and investment. Whether you're a landlord, investor, or just curious about real estate law, Michael dives into critical topics like the key differences between joint tenancy and tenancy in common, what exactly hap...

Where are we going with the interest rates? What is the best mortgage to get for an investment property? Why you should actually consider carrying a higher interest rate. What are some ways to make sure you don't lose all your profits to taxes? How can I go about amassing more than 1 investment property intelligently? We sit down with Jeff Fraser of Vancouver Mortgage Solutions to discuss insi...

When a property inspection is occurring, the inspectors usually arrive with a battery of gadgets and tools to do the job. This week we asked Aaron to bring those tools of the trade and tell us what they are doing and how they work. If you have ever had an inspection before or will be in the relatively near future, check out this episode to learn about what all the racket is about! Questions or com...

This week on Bamboo - Vancouver's Property Management & Investment Podcast your hosts Peter and Haze go over the new, new rule changes that the province has rolled out. They made a new rule and then altered it two weeks later due to massive pushback as well as some unintended consequences. This episode also covers a few ideas of how to help with the current rental crisis in Greater Vancouv...

Discover the ins and outs of property insurance and property management in Vancouver, B.C. with expert Janssen Bitun. Learn how to protect your investment and mitigate risk. Do tenants really need to carry insurance? Are there ways to get a discount on your rental property insurance? What are some best practices to make sure you are adequately covered? Learn about these questions an a whole lot mo...

This week Haze is flying solo but covering the Vancouver rental market stats for July 2024 as well as the new rule change that will be affecting landlords in B.C. If you are a landlord in B.C. you will want to make sure to tune into this summer short episode to make sure you don't accidently make a costly mistake! 🎧 Subscribe now for your weekly dose of rental wisdom! 🏡🔑 Questions or commen...