Kelowna Real Estate Podcast

Episode 25: Today we learn how Taylor Atkinson just made $1,675,000 in 7 years with a multifamily project.   Today we do a deep dive on one of Taylor’s multifamily projects. He purchased in Creston BC for $1,575,000 and sold in 2023 for $3,250,000. If you want to dip your toe in multifamily investing or make a giant splash… you need to listen to this episode.    Special note * Revised episode due...

Episode 24: Today we will be talking to Jon Albrecht. Although not born in Kelowna, Jon has spent the majority of his life here and can't imagine living anywhere else. He is following the lead of his father, Terry Albrecht, who was a member of the Ungaro Albrecht Courtney & Associates team for two decades. Like his father, he loves to make genuine connections with everyone around him.   Jon an...

Episode 23: Shane Styles is the President of Epic Real Estate Solutions Inc, expertly pre-selling developments in the Okanagan. He walks us through the thought process and shares his development knowledge of acquiring, planning, designing, and finally selling the finished products.   He also shares advice for Realtors about working with pre-sale teams and talks about some of the ways to improve th...

Episode 22: Today we're going to get to know Blake Harper. He has been a successful Mobile Mortgage Specialist with TD for the past 7 yrs and recently made the switch to become a Mortgage Broker. Blake grew up in the lower mainland and visited Kelowna regularly. And has now called Kelowna home for 21 yrs.   While snowmobiling in the Greystokes near Kelowna in March of 2002, an accident resulted in...

Episode 21   Winery Tantalus Black Hills Cedar creek Blind tiger Kitsch wines Summerhill The hatch Blackswift Coffey Bright Jenny Sprout & Slow side Marmalade cat cafe Bread co Third space Bean Scene Bliss bakery Brewery & cocktails Barn Owl Micro BNA Kettle River Reb Bird Kraft Golf Courses Pinnacle  Gallaghers Bear and Quail Tower Ranch Summerland Two Eagles  Shannon Lake Hikes Knox moun...

Episode 20: Conor is a young and outgoing real estate professional that prides himself on his work ethic. His drive and competitiveness have led him to pursue a career in real estate. Before real estate, Conor was a Red Seal Plumber with over 9 years of plumbing experience. This experience has help shaped Conor’s “can-do” attitude and developed his willingness to do the things others won’t.   Cono...

Episode 19: Matt and Taylor wanted to TouchBase with Blake Roberts to book a ShowingTime on our Podcast. Blake has been at the forefront of a very niche, but important issue that has come up in the Realtor community in the Okanagan having to do with how Realtors communicate and we had to have him on to hear his opinion.   We also try to pry out some market predictions, and get his view of the mark...

Episode 18: Todays episode we have Corey Peckford a real estate agent with Real Broker from Calgary Alberta. Corey is also the podcast host of the Calgary Real Estate Investing Podcast. Started out his career completing 2 red seal trades first one as an electrician. Worked in oil and gas for many years until her burned out. Resigned from his oil & gas job to start a home inspection business. A...

Episode 17: Today Matt & Taylor discuss how owning real estate can fundamentally change your net worth position and create wealth for generations.    CONNECT WITH THE SHOW 🎙️ Kelowna Real Estate Podcast: www.kelownarealestatepodcast.com 📺 Kelowna Real Estate Podcast YouTube: @KelownaRealEstatePodcast 📸 Kelowna Real Estate Podcast Instagram: @kelownarealestatepodcast ***   CONNECT WITH MATT...

Episode 16: While Kelowna is renowned for its world-class amenities, there’s few world-class accommodations that lend itself to them. Deana Steele is here to change that.   At Keys to Kelowna, it’s our mission to bring your limited edition property to the rental market. Our elite clientele consist of both luxury homeowners and real estate investors who seek expert knowledge turning their high-prof...

Episode 15: Today we get to know one of the City of Kelowna's senior development planners, Adam Cseke and author of the recently adopted new Zoning Bylaw. We get to ask him questions about current developments, zoning, and development trends within the City. If you want to know where Kelowna is heading, you will want to listen to this episode.    Adam Cseke's Email: acseke@kelowna.ca   ***   CONNE...

Episode 14: Today we bring back fan favorite Emily Zurrer. Emily will review all allowable AirBnB properties in Kelowna and which ones are most attractive to investors. You can also find here recent blog regarding this topic from the link below in her bio. Covering all of this in less than an hour plus talking about Matt’s love of planes was tight, so if you would like to know more, reach out to h...

Episode 13: Raj is a woman on a mission and she cannot be stopped!  She walks us through her journey growing up in small town BC and eventually making her way to the Okangan. She spent her time working in her families orchards, working at Kelowna General Hospital, raising 2 boys and eventually heading into her career in Real Estate.  She started as an agent just before the COVID real estate storm...

Episode 12: Today we get to know Caitlin Kessler, a local of Kelowna and lawyer at Pushor Mitchell LLP. Caitlin was one of the first to obtain a Bachelor of Legal Studies (Paralegal) Degree in British Columbia. She worked for several years as a paralegal at Pushor Mitchell, but was always interested in learning more and taking on more responsibility.   In 2021, Caitlin graduated from law school an...

Episode 11: Today's episode is an introduction to Robinson Smith, president of Smith Consulting Group Ltd and we will be discussing the mortgage conversion strategy his father developed forty years ago. The Smith Manoeuvre is a must-know strategy for all Canadian homeowners, especially these days with high interest rates, steep inflation and a general inability for most Canadians to invest for the...

Episode 10: Buckle up your seat belts for this one folks. Today our guest is Mike Westie the co-owner of Mkwest properties with his wife Kayla. New father to thier son, our junior executive Jett Westie who is 5 months old. They currently own 7 homes, 6 of which are in Kelowna with a total of 11 rental units and another duplex in the subdivision and development process currently.   Experience inclu...

Episode 9: Get your notepads ready, Matt and Taylor landed Max Carbone on podcast! Max is an owner/partner of Century 21 Assurance Realty in Kelowna BC and he is also the reason why Matt runs his real estate business out this office.  Max gives his advice on a variety of topics and shares stories from his experience over the years.   Starting as a young caddy working on the golf course, to selling...

Episode 8: Russell is a guy who does it all.  He’s a real estate investor, real estate agent, mentor, founder of the APEX group, Dairy queen addict and way, way more.  Matt and Taylor could have kept him talking for hours and still be talking about things he’s up to.   Russ is really an inspiring guest who is not shy to share his knowledge and details his own journey.  There are many take-a-ways a...

Episode 7: Need a home inspection during your due diligence period. Call A Buyers Choice with Matt Gratton. He tells us his story from snowboarding, to journeyman, to home inspector and more. Migrating out west all while having an investment property in the parriers.    Matt Gratton's Email: matt.gratton@abuyerschoice.com Matt Gratton's Instagram: @matt.inspects.abuyerschoice Matt Gratton's Websit...

Episode 6: Matt and Taylor try to bring their “A” game to keep up with their toughest critics, their wives.  They discuss their origin stories, how they met each of us, how much they love wine and their own real estate journey’s. Becca breaks some news, talks about her career in early child education and our harrowing renovation stories.  Emily looks back at her professional soccer career and what...

Episode 5: Today we touch on how important it is to have a financial planner as part of your team. Stefano shares some very useful information about investing, life insurance policies, Health savings accounts, and more! Self employed or just looking to build generational wealth… you don’t want to miss this.    Stefano Pannu's Email: stefano@noblepannuwealth.com Stefano Pannu's Instagram: @noble_pa...

Episode 4: Our very own Kelowna investor, COO at Social Media Tech Company, and mortgage broker, gives some tips on how to have a work life balance. Create an online social media presence for not only finding new clients but providing value to existing ones. And gives some tips you won’t want to miss for local places to check out in the Okanagan. Looking forward to having Allison back on soon!   A...

Episode 3: Matt and Taylor discuss the desired “Soft Landing” and if and how we get there.   Since they know the Bank of Canada relies heavily on their opinions, we have some advice for them, like longer amortizations for mortgages or giving first time home buyers a discounted interest rate to make it easier to get them in the market.  They also discuss some of the new rules that came in the new y...

Episode 2: Todays episode is an introduction to one of the co-hosts, Matt Glen. Matt spent his twenties working all over the province as a telephone lineman and technician. He always knew real estate was going to play a major role in his future. While he owned his own home, downtown Kelowna, actively investing in real estate didn't start until 2018. After that, his mindset shifted and it was all r...

Episode 1: Today we get to know our very own host Taylor Atkinson. He is now scaling a successful mortgage business, but we get to learn the back ground on how he arrived here. A local to Kelowna, Taylor left to pursue an overseas life. He spent 15 years working and traveling over 70 countries.   During this time he built a real estate portfolio of 73 rental doors. He has done everything from AirB...