Kamloops Real Estate Insider Podcast

Parker presents the bullet points from the BC Housing Supply Act (Bill 43) and the Homes For People housing plan, delving into each one. He interprets the information currently available and makes predictions for how these changes might affect you! This is a closer look at the housing initiative at this stage.

For the 100th episode, Kamloops real estate agents Jeremy Reid and Lisa Moonie join Parker and Mally J for a candid chat covering a range of juicy topics: awkward moments in real estate, stink bids and lowballs, who's to blame when a house doesn't sell, and mastering the subtle art of negotiation, among others. They share behind the scenes perspectives, personal opinions and some great anecdotes f...

Parker gives a fact-filled update on the state of the current real estate market in Kamloops, and shares tips and information about securing home insurance during the summer season of wildfires. That season has already started! This is really helpful information if you are buying or selling a home!

Parker shares insight and information about Building Information Requests (BIRs) in Kamloops and the TNRD. He explains what role BIRs play, and the impact they can have in the purchase or sale of property. This is a great place to start learning about BIRs, what they are, and why they matter.

Sarah Almond of First National Financial joins Parker and Mally J for a really interesting chat about Generation Z. She shares her research about how and where to communicate with Gen Z-ers as they become the next big generation of clients in the real estate world. Sarah also shares her perspective as a mortgage professional, and advocates for borrowers to work with brokers to secure the right mor...

Parker shares top tips to help Sellers really CRUSH IT in their real estate transaction. From preparing your home for photos and showings, choosing the right selling price, and digging into due diligence early on, there are a number of ways Sellers can ensure their home hits the market ready for a smooth sale.

Lisa Moonie joins Parker and Mally J to talk about pounding the pavement! Lisa is a door-knocking real estate superstar, and she shares her insight and experience relating to the art of connecting buyers and sellers by knocking on doors. Listen to why this approach to marketing real estate services really works for her as an agent, and for her clients.

In this episode Parker tells us the latest updates to the Thompson-Nicola Regional District's regulations on additional dwellings on rural property. Property larger than 4 hectares in certain zones are now permitted to have additional dwellings! Listen to this episode for a rundown of this change.

Parker welcomes Royal LePage owner Brian Ledoux and managing broker Audrey Shaw to the podcast booth to discuss the benefits of brick and mortar brokerages in an evolving industry. A great listen for new realtors!

Parker and Mally J discuss the emergence of AI tools such as ChatGPT, and how they are being applied to the real estate industry now, and how those applications could evolve in the future.

Parker welcomes Cindy Burroughs and Tyson Storvold from Real Broker to discuss the emerging trend of cloud-based brokerages in the Kamloops real estate industry.

Mally J chats with real estate agent Brad Watson to discuss how different personalities play into the real estate world. Traits of extroverts and introverts have different strengths that can be advantages for real estate agents.

In this episode we revisit the Subject to Sale topic that we first covered in May of 2022. A punchy, short episode that gives a great overview of what "Subject to Sale" really means in residential real estate, and explores that topic from the perspective of buyer and seller. Parker also gives negotiating tips and insight for how to use this condition to your advantage, and what to watch out for. L...

Parker chats with mortgage specialist Sarah Park from Mortgage Alliance in Kamloops, regarding some interesting rules, tips and just darn good information, specially if you are a first time home buyer or first time home buyer wannabe! Remembering this is the best time to buy a home in Kamloops in a long time.

We went on-location to the Kamloops Museum & Archives to chat with Jaimie Fedorak, the museum's archivist. In our discussion she shares the passion she has for her profession, and explains what resources the Archives have available, and how to access them. Listen to this episode for a fun peek into the link between real estate and history in Kamloops.

On this episode of the Kamloops real estate podcast Parker gives up the goods on being a landlord. Parker shares 5 tips that will assist you if you are thinking about buying an investment property or buying a home with a basement suite. Parker dives into the business of owning a real estate rental property. Stay clear of future pitfalls and avoid the issues that so many face when owning their firs...

Parker shares his knowledge of termites! These critters ARE found in the Kamloops area, and some locations in the city are more prone to termites than others. In this episode Parker dispels some common misconceptions about termites, explains the signs of termite activity, and gives some advice for what to do if termites are found in your home.

In this episode Parker outlines 7 traits that make a great real estate agent.

In this episode, Parker talks with guests Mike and Marcy Reoch who have recently moved to Kamloops from Ladner, BC. The discussion focuses on the often complex process of moving from one city to another, through the eyes of one family. Mike and Marcy moved their 2 kids, their dog, and their RMT businesses to Kamloops, and they share some wonderful insight into what challenges, stresses, excitement...

In this episode Parker invites guest Darin Jurasevich, a home inspector-turned-realtor based in Bellingham, WA, to chat about the different perspectives each role brings to a real estate transaction. Both Parker and Darin have similar career paths: they each spent about 10 years working as home inspectors before entering the real estate field. Listen for an insider's perspective on the home inspec...

Last week, Parker made a claim that has kept him up at night. So in THIS episode Parker dives deep into statistics to show why NOW is the best time to buy a home. Facts! Figures! Charts! Graphs! Find out what the state of the market is, has been, and will be. Listen to this episode to understand how historical data builds an accurate picture of why there will never be a better time to buy then rig...

We have a guest! In this episode Parker welcomes guest Shalon Clarke, realtor and owner of the Fair Realty brokerages in Salmon Arm and Sorrento, BC. Shalon and Parker compare outlooks for the 2023 recreational property season based on their expertise and experiences in their respective service areas. They share insights, practical tips and some quirky stories about life as realtors in the recreat...

In this short episode, Parker presents information about Canada's new anti-flipping tax which is now in effect. He explains some of the exemptions to the new tax, and touches on the different ways house flippers would have previously eluded paying tax on their income from house flips. Stay tuned for more news about this as we continue to learn more!

In this episode Parker offers 5 tips to maximize your MLS listing. Get the most out of your real estate listing by incorporating these tips as they relate to images, editing, the writeup, SEO and more.

In this episode, Parker offers insight and clarification about the closing period of real estate transactions. Off the top we discuss the new Home Buyers Rescission Period, then dive into the details about the closing period of real estate transactions, touching on completion and possession dates, the lawyer's role, the expectations for cleanliness when vacating your sold home, and more. Tune in!