In Your AREA Podcast

This episode features a conversation between Ron O'Shea of The Real Estate Company and Jeff Kahane of Kahane Law. The duo breaks down some of the common questions about mobile homes, and the role of a REALTOR® in selling them. They review what classifies a mobile home versus a recreation vehicle, what is needed to list a mobile home properly, and how to do your due diligence as a REALTOR® for...

This episode features a conversation between celebrated Canadian speaker and Cross-Cultural Communication Expert Tina Varughese and Jolene Ledene Reimer of Royal LePage in Brooks. The duo chats about diversity in Alberta, what REALTORS® can do to create a more positive experience for clients when English is not their first language, and how to invest your time and dollars to market yourself within...

This episode features a conversation between Michelle Perreault, Senior Professional Development Advisor at AREA and Dustin Kozak, a certified nutritionist who has traveled globally to explore the nuances of wellness from a scientific perspective. We chat about why nutrition is so important during stressful times, the foods, and nutrients you should focus on to drive your wellness and what to stee...

This episode features three separate conversations centered around the CRTC’s Do Not Call List and specifically the requirements of industry members in Alberta. Roger Arsenaut is the Broker/Owner at Maxwell Canyon Creek in Calgary and has had personal experiences with the Do Not Call List recently which he graciously shares. Then Simon Parham , Legal Counsel at CREA, walks listeners through a basi...

In this second installment of our COVID-19 special edition episodes focusing on REALTOR® Wellness, Macaulay Brown of The Real Estate Company chats with Cory Donald of FORWARD Psychology . The duo talk about the true meaning of anxiety, and how it can manifest itself in everyday life. Macaulay talks about his own experiences with anxiety, while, as a psychologist, Cory offers guidance on how to rec...

The next three COVID-19 special edition episodes of In Your AREA will explore REALTORS® Wellness and will dive into the impact that stress can have on our bodies, our minds and our spirits.  On this episode, Michelle Perreault, AREA's Senior Professional Development Advisor speaks with Michelle Bulechowsky of Mermaid Health & Wellness . Michelle is a certified practitioner in several disc...

This episode features a conversation between three lawyers on AREA’s Forms and Practices Committee: Denise Hendrix of Hendrix Law , Jim Doyle of Verjee and Associates and Stan Galbraith of Galbraith Law . Kelly Kimber, AREA’s Senior Member Engagement Advisor asks the lawyers questions stemming from member concerns we have been receiving in this COVID-19 impacted downturn. The group chats about the...

In this special edition episode of In Your AREA features a conversation between Mike Star of CIR Realty , Vonny Fast of CUTCO Closing Gifts , and Nolan Matthias of Mortgage360 . The trio chat about the intrinsic benefits of giving, and how developing a personal relationship with your clients can help you to better meet their needs. They also take some time to talk about ideal ways to use this COVI...

This episode of In Your AREA features a conversation between Janet Kuehn, Associate Broker at RE/MAX Advantage Whitecourt and Pamela Barnum , Trust Strategist and Body Language Expert as they explore the importance of body language and communication in a real estate negotiation. Pamela chats about her past experience as an undercover police officer and prosecutor and how these two roles allowed he...

In this special edition episode of In Your AREA, we invited Nolan Matthais of Mortgage360 and Mathew Said Morley of Re/Max First to chat about the implications of the mortgage deferrals now being offered in response to COVID-19. Nolan and Matt chat about why interest rates are going down but payments still seem to be going up and how best you can support your client in understanding mortgages at t...

In this special edition episode of In Your AREA, we invited Barb Betts of Betts Realty Group in California to chat with Kelly Kimber, AREA's Senior Member Engagement Advisor about actions REALTORS®️ can take during slow periods of business to positively impact their future opportunities. Barb shares her REALTOR®️ Action Plan designed to improve your relationships with clients and other indust...

This episode of In Your AREA introduces the new Commission Protection Program, a benefit now included in your member dues. Michael Brodrick of Homes & Gardens Real Estate joins Kate Bailey, AREA's Director of Program Development, and Michelle Perreault, AREA Senior Professional Development Advisor, in discussing the origin of the program and how it impacts both associates and brokers. The...

In this episode of In Your AREA , Ryan Smith of CIR Realty joins Judy Poole of Royal Lepage Benchmark and AREA’s Senior Professional Advisor Michelle Perreault to discuss the foundations of representing your clients in buying or selling a condo property. The trio address frequently asked questions around condos and highlight the different approaches that can be taken when assisting clients. The Go...

This episode of In Your AREA features a review of the changes made to Condo Regulations on January 1, 2020. Join Ryan Smith of CIR Realty as he chats with Bill MacDougall of Optimum Realty Group and Matt McMillan, AREA's Advocacy Advisor as they walk through the actions that got us here and what these changes mean for REALTORS® and their clients. Enjoy! 

This episode of In Your AREA features a quick conversation about aerial photography in real estate. Join REALTOR® Ryan Vollmar of Spark Real Estate, Jesse Pollard of Sona Visual and Michelle Perreault, AREA’s Senior Professional Development Advisor as they break down current legislative changes around drone usage and how best to partner with an aerial photography provider in creating a value-add f...

This episode of In Your AREA features a detailed conversation around accounting best practices, sharing helpful tips for managing your books at tax time, what to consider before submitting client gifts for tax rebates, and understanding your cycle of business. Join REALTOR® Val Laferriere of Royal LePage Solutions, Chris Russell, a partner with the Canmore office of Baker Tilly Rockies LLP, and Mi...

This episode of In Your AREA features a discussion between marketing experts, Mirissa Kampf and Raquelle Kilotaitis of Carte Blanche Mgmt , and Associate Broker Karen Salmon . The ladies have a lively chat around current consumer trends, how to create loyalty in an age where we're surrounded by options, and how REALTORS® can spread their unique messaging on social media. Karen shares her tips...

This episode of In Your AREA delves deep into the use of statistics in real estate. First, Anne-Marie Lurie, AREA Chief Economist talks about the new AREA Statistics Dashboard, how the information can be accessed, and how to use it to support your business. Then, Lindsey Smith of CIR Realty opens up about how he encourages his agents to use stats in their client conversations, and the benefits the...

This episode of In Your AREA offers two conversations around the current state of home inspections and the reports that follow. The first chat between Kelly Kimber of AREA and Martin Feisel of A Buyers Choice Home Inspections delves into current trends in home inspections and why these reports seem to be getting longer. Then Kelly talks with Ellyn Mendham of Remax Realty Professionals about what s...

This episode explores the FINTRAC compliance requirements and auditing experience from the perspectives of primary industry stakeholders. Listen to a broker share his auditing experience and subsequent learning. Then a lawyer with CREA outlines brokerage responsibilities and provides resources available to all AREA members. Furthermore, a representative with FINTRAC breaks down the real estate com...

This month spend some time exploring the Dower Act with Bianca Kratt of Parlee McLaws LLP and Tom Shearer of Royal LePage Noralta in Edmonton.  This quick conversation reviews the act and it’s history in Alberta and explores a REALTORS® responsibility when it comes to ensuring it’s properly handled. 

Guests Joanna Barstad and Cory Donald talk REALTOR® Wellness and how to refocus attention on the things that truly matter. 

Are you receiving a lot of questions from clients who are trying to understand the recent changes to the mortgage rules in Canada? Answer these concerns with ease and confidence after listening to Eden Simari, of Eden Simari Mortgage Solutions and Bill MacDougall of Optimum Realty make sense of it all. 

Are you receiving a lot of questions from clients who are trying to understand the recent changes to the mortgage rules in Canada? Answer these concerns with ease and confidence after listening to Eden Simari, of Eden Simari Mortgage Solutions and Bill MacDougall of Optimum Realty make sense of it all. 

Did you know that there are fewer renters in Alberta than ever before? More and more young Albertans are choosing to stay home and save up before investing in their first property. Check out the conversation between Chloe McAra and Meryn Severson and Michelle Maroto to learn more about Millennial Buying Trends.