House Rich Podcast with Matt Parker

The conversation covers the early career beginnings of Brooke Ewert in real estate, her experiences in navigating a changing market, the dynamics of the target market, challenges for first-time homebuyers, transitioning to single-family homes, the importance of a good relationship with real estate professionals, and insights into the mortgage market and forecasting. The conversation covers a range...

Lindsie Tomlinson shares her journey into real estate, market conditions, and the challenges faced by buyers and sellers. She emphasizes the importance of preparation and the need to provide a high level of service to clients. Takeaways Market is price-driven, especially for larger homes and family-sized properties. Many first-time buyers are older and seeking three-bedroom homes. Active pockets o...

Ready to streamline your strata document review process? In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Armstrong, founder of The Real View, a platform leveraging AI to analyze and provide clear, concise summaries of complex strata documents. Learn how this tool can save time for realtors, mitigate risk, and impress clients. Andrew also shares his entrepreneurial journey and insights into the real estat...

Join me, Matt Parker, your trusted mortgage broker in Vancouver, as I share a special holiday message and delve into the latest trends and forecasts in the Vancouver real estate and mortgage market. This episode is packed with insights and advice for homeowners, buyers, and investors as we look towards 2024. Show Notes: 00:00 - Introduction A warm holiday greeting to all clients and viewers. Overv...

Navigating the real estate market can be a daunting task, especially for first-time buyers or sellers. But what if you had expert advice to guide you through? In today's episode, host Matt Parker talks with Andrew, a seasoned realtor. Andrew shares his unique insights into the real estate market, the importance of customer service, and even some personal interests that help him unwind. From transi...

In this episode of the House Rich podcast, host Matt Parker, also known as Mortgage Matt, sits down with Louise McKnight, a highly experienced realtor from South Surrey, Canada. They discuss Louise's journey in the real estate industry, her team's approach to serving clients, and the current state of the real estate market. Key Points Discussed: Introduction to Louise McKnight: Louise is a seasone...

Meet Lindsie: I'm passionate about a few things: My family (my husband and I have two young sons named Dante and Enzo) My community (I love being part of a real Vancouver neighbourhood) Travel (I even wrote a book about Traveling with Kids ) Writing (Check out my latest article for REW.ca here ) Wine (no need to explain!) People (my friends and my clients, who often become friends) Real Estate Bei...

Do you feel stressed about the rising rate market and what the Bank of Canada will do next? In today's episode, Matt Parker discussed the October 26 Bank of Canada rate announcement and answers the top questions people like you have. == SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS HERE: https://survey.hsforms.com/1QJaB7ytJSJeKwlGrB2ChSwc5irv APPLY FOR A MORTGAGE: mattparker.mtg-app.com

Do you feel like you're not investing for the future and have used your investments and savings to buy a home? Everyone needs to diversify their investments to plan for retirement, but that is becoming harder with increasing living expenses. In today's conversation, Matt Parker talks with Certified Financial Planner and Cash Flow Specialist Kelly Ho about how to invest even when home ownership bec...

Meet Bruce: Bruce grew up and lives in beautiful Cranbrook BC with his wife and two little girls. Before becoming a REALTOR®, Bruce owned and operated a repair/construction business which has given him extensive knowledge of home renos and construction. Whether you are buying or selling, Bruce will draw on his experience to find the home that fits you and your family best as well as help stage and...

Meet Robinson: Robinson graduated from the University of Victoria with a double major in Economics and Chinese Studies in 1995. During his time at UVic, he also studied Mandarin in Beijing and Shanghai and upon graduation worked in various sectors in China including international trade and investment while serving as acting Commercial Counselor at the Canadian Embassy in Beijing. After obtaining a...

Meet Brandon: Brandon Gee-Moore has been a licensed Realtor with REMAX Crest Realty since 2016. Having two successful parents in the real estate industry for the past 30 years has made it a business that has come naturally for Brandon. Since his first year in the business, he has achieved many awards. His most recent and outstanding award is being a part of the Medallion President’s Club which mea...

Meet Stephanie: Originally a small town ‘tom boy’ from the Kootenay’s, Steph’s Real Estate knowledge started very early on as her Grandfather was a builder/ developer and her parents were always buying, renovating, renting, selling and showing her that property is not only a place to live but when done right, a true financial asset with the means to take her wherever she wanted to go. Steph's true...

Meet Krista: Born in Vancouver and raised in the Tri-Cities, Krista has experienced growing up and living in the Tri-Cities for decades. Krista knows Port Moody, Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam extensively and has loved seeing the changes and growth in these cities over the years. Krista Lapp is a Licensed Real Estate Agent based in Coquitlam and living in Burke Mountain. Creating valuable relationsh...

Meet Carleigh: Carleigh’s career path started quite young, and she has had the honour of travelling worldwide with business, exposing her to learn, adapt, and succeed in her real estate and investment endeavours. Her first year in real estate began on the North Shore in Vancouver, where she was awarded ‘Rookie of the Year’ by her firm of now over 400 agents. Several years later she followed her lo...

Meet Trystan: Born and raised in the Burnaby and Coquitlam area, the Tri-Cities of Vancouver have always been Trystan’s home. A product of a loving family with a commitment to others, his passion for relationships, personal, business or client-centered goes back as far as he can remember. Upon finishing high school, Trystan obtained his diploma in Marketing Management from the British Columbia Ins...

Meet Kristen: Kristen is a “people” person — her natural charisma and empathy allow her to understand and find the perfect fit for her clients, whether buying or selling. Born and raised in BC, with a background in Marketing and Design, she understands exactly how to make your property look its best as well as determine what other properties may be hiding behind the brochure. A believer in putting...

If you're like many of my clients that think you can't trust the home financing process, I'd have to agree. It is now complicated and stressful. Penalties and fees are not transparent, and some of them are simply outrageous in size. Bank structures incentivize internal sales, not support. The system is set up to benefit the banks — not you. If you're frustrated because you feel that mortgages are...

Meet Eric: Four-time Rennie Leader Award Winner and three-time Medallion Club Award recipient Eric Zamora became a Realtor in 2011 and a Rennie Advisor in 2016. Along with nearly a decade’s worth of experience in the fast-paced Metro Vancouver real estate market, Eric’s winning combination of expertise, relatability, and dedication benefits both buyers and sellers alike. Eric emphasizes providing...

Meet Amy: Amy is a top real estate advisor with her partner Ally Ballam at Engel & Volkers Vancouver and active real estate investor. She is known for her ability to uncover amazing opportunities in the real estate market for valued clientele. Amy's eye for numbers and smart investing is a necessity for Buyers and Sellers looking to build substantial wealth. She has won Elite Realtor status wi...

Meet Chantal: Chantal Vignola is a name in the Vancouver Real Estate industry that you can depend on. As an Engel & Völkers Real Estate Advisor, I am dedicated to providing high standards of service. I have the experience (over 13 years in the industry), extensive market knowledge, precise marketing, strategic systems and high energy personality that set’s me apart. Engel Völkers allows me to...

Meet Arlene: Arlene Chiang is partner and lead managing broker of Oakwyn Realty, one of Vancouver's most successful real estate brokerages. Her expertise is in team building, leadership and negotiation. Always the first one in and the last one out of the office has earned her the reputation as one of the most trusted managing brokers in Vancouver. She is so humble in fact that she asked one of her...

Meet Marlee: I believe there has to be passion, perseverance and commitment for it to be a long-standing Career. For over 28 years I have made those a priority. After moving here from Montreal in 1989, I knew Real Estate was going to be my career and never looked back. For over 30 years, I have had the opportunity to call Richmond home. A Community filed with diversity, great schools and community...

Meet Jane: Jane started her real estate career in 2008 during her internship in BCIT's renowned Dipl Tech real estate program. Since 2011, she has been a Rennie advisor winning both the Rennie Leader Award 2017, 2018, & 2019 and the Medallion Club Award 2017 (top 10% of realtors in the GVRD by way of sales volume). "The best part of my job is helping clients make informed decisions and to ulti...

Meet Lisa: I am truly passionate about the North Shore lifestyle, and I see real estate as a way to share that with others. My clients benefit from working with someone who is truly a part of this community — I am a friend and neighbour as well as a REALTOR®. In fact, I treat my clients like family and am not satisfied until their goals are met. To make sure that happens, I begin by listening to m...