Bricks and Banter The Podcast

Most people overlook the biggest pitfalls when buying a cottage — and end up regretting it for years. But what if you knew the secrets that could make or break your investment? Paul and Scott dive into the real, raw truths about waterfront properties that most buyers never even consider.

 Discover the real impact of pools on your home's value in this insightful episode. Scott and Paul explore the true costs, benefits, and potential pitfalls of adding a pool. Learn about the differences between in-ground and above-ground pools, the revolutionary saltwater systems, and how poor design can turn luxury into liability.

In this episode of the Bricks and Banter podcast, Scott Roy and Dylan sit down  with Sadiq Boodoo and discuss everything from Approved Financial Services to discuss the current real estate market, focusing on the benefits of home ownership versus leasing. They explore the emotional aspects of buying a home, the importance of budgeting, and the long-term financial advantages of owning property. The...

In part 2 of our segment with guest Jay Asher - we explore the importance of proper insurance coverage for investment properties, emphasizing disclosure to brokers and the need for a backup management plan. They highlight the evolving insurance landscape and the critical role of insurance in protecting investments.

In this episode of the Bricks and Banter Podcast, Scott Roy and Jay Asher dive into the intricacies of insurance, from understanding coverage types to the importance of risk management. Discover why having the right insurance can make all the difference in protecting your investments and ensuring peace of mind. Whether you're a property owner or just curious about the world of insurance, this...

In this episode of the Bricks and Banter podcast, Scott Roy and guest Paul Rayment delve into their real estate pet peeves, discussing the implications of misleading listings, the importance of accurate property valuation, and the challenges posed by incompetent agents. They explore the rise of non-alcoholic beers as a social alternative, the role of technology in real estate, and the necessity of...

Join hosts Dylan and Scott for Part 1 of this episode on Bricks and Banter , the podcast that dives deep into the ever-changing world of real estate. In this episode, they sit down with local real estate experts for a lively, candid discussion that goes beyond the numbers and transactions. Together, they explore the highs and lows of today’s market, the importance of building authentic relationshi...

Join hosts Dylan and Scott on  PART 2 of this episode on Bricks and Banter , the podcast that dives deep into the ever-changing world of real estate. In this episode, they sit down with local real estate experts for a lively, candid discussion that goes beyond the numbers and transactions. Together, they explore the highs and lows of today’s market, the importance of building authentic relationshi...

Something got underneath Scott's skin while watching a CBC market place episode from a few few years ago. Dylan and Scott discuss just how much realtors add value to the buying and selling process. Its the premiss of doing things on your own. Yes you can but should you? Listen to Scott and Dylan unravel the pro's and cons of doing major projects on your own.

On todays bonus episode Scott sits down to discuss how Jake Painter has been so successful as one of the youngest agents in Durham Regions Real Estate today. Jake talks about how he has turned his business acumen and attention to detail into success. Both Jake and Scott talk about his mentor and how being a part of a great brokerage and surrounding himself with other very successful agents has hel...

In this episode, we discuss the current real estate market we find ourselves in and share valuable insights from our daily experiences working with buyers and sellers during a period of such strong uncertainty. We hope you enjoy this episode and encourage you to reach out with any questions you may have about the current real estate market. We would love to help you understand what's going on...

Scott and Dyland are back in this bonus episode and get candid about their rides — from luxury SUVs to fuel-efficient hatchbacks, and how and which cars reflect their personalities, work styles, and client impressions. Expect a discussions on wether to wrap a vehicle or not. How are some of those  obnoxious wraps perceived by clients and other drivers. Dylan and scott share some driveway tales, an...

This is our first episode of 2025 and also our first in our new podcast studio! Enjoy a real estate conversation with some current market insights and experiences, along with our usual banter! You can WATCH this epiosde on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/JWa37XFIQtQ?si=4ip0IGGBXKtmEKbY

In This episode Dylan and Scott discuss the merits of staging in this newer market post COVID. Homes are sometimes taking longer to sell and many sellers have changed their expectations on having their home staged and having their own personal furniture removed and not feeling comfortable living amongst staged furniture. Discussion also circled around some of the myths with staging, such as how mu...

In this episode, we had a great conversation with Rob Floris, one of our fellow agents at our brokerage, who we like to call, our in-house statistician. Rob is a numbers guy who tracks and uses statistics in his business more than most, which made for an informative discussion we hope you will enjoy! We want to thank Rob once again for taking the time to chat with us, and we look forward to having...

In this episode, we had a great conversation with Ethan Jobb from The Legacy Lending Team, where we chatted all things mortgages and home financing, along with hearing about his story, and how he arrived where he is today.  Ethan is a wealth of knowledge and someone who is extremely experienced in his field for his age. Not only did he grow up in a mortgage financing household, but he's been...

This is the 2nd episode we recorded with Jayesh Asher, Managing Partner at Billyard Insurance Group. In our first episode, we discussed all things related to residential insurance, and in this one, we get into the commercial side of things! There is a lot of great information for anyone who is a landlord or may be considering purchasing an investment property. We thank Jay once again for joining u...

In today's episode, we decided to discuss one of Dylan's new listings at 986 Susan Crt, in Oshawa, and get more information about this fantastic property!   This is a bonus episode, and we intend to make this a recurring theme where we discuss either one of our listings, or we choose an agent from our brokerage to join us for a guest episode to talk about one of their listings. We hope y...

On this episode, we had a great conversation with Jayesh Asher, Managing Partner at Billyard Insurance Group. We discussed all things related to home insurance, along with some helpful pieces of information for those who are landlords or may be thinking of purchasing investment properties in the future. Jayesh Asher has been in the Insurance industry for over 20 years. He has a license for home in...

On this episode, we kept things very simple and had a fun discussion recapping our recent downtime with the podcast and getting prepared for more guest episodes on the way! Thanks for watching!

In this episode, we wanted to take a few moments to reflect on the end of our first calendar year in the podcast world and send our best wishes to all for a happy holiday season. We begin with a conversation that recaps our Movember accomplishments for the year within our brokerage team, and then shift into some reflections on how the year has transpired for us both while navigating a tricky marke...

Join us on this informative and insightful episode as we dive into the world of real estate here in Ontario, and unravel the recent changes made to help build trust as a consumer while you are working with a realtor.  These are the TRESA changes, or "Trust in Real Estate Services Act" that was introduced on December 1, 2023. We invited Scott White on the podcast, our Brokerage Manager at...

In this episode, Scott and Dylan decided to change things up a little bit and brought in the local powerhouse of general contracting, Jordan Da Rosa. Jordan and his wife Devyn are the Owners/Operators of Da Rosa Construction, a hugely successful home renovation business local to the Durham Region of Ontario. We discuss various topics surrounding the home renovation business, with things to conside...

In this episode, Scott and Dylan invited Anita Bongers-Lewis from the Doors To Wealth Real Estate Group at RE/MAX Jazz, for an in-depth conversation about all things related to working with investment properties.   Anita is a multiple award-winning Realtor with a wealth of knowledge in investment real estate, and her team has a strong focus on this niche with a high degree of success. This is part...

In this episode, Scott and Dylan invited Anita Bongers-Lewis from the Doors To Wealth Real Estate Group at RE/MAX Jazz, for an in-depth conversation about all things related to working with investment properties.   Anita is a multiple award-winning Realtor with a wealth of knowledge in investment real estate, and her team has a strong focus on this niche with a high degree of success. We discuss t...