Rob Golfi

The Golfi Real Estate Show

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Join Rob Golfi, Sales Representatives with ReMax Escarpment Realty, as he discusses real estate, offers advice and answers questions for the Golden Horseshoe (Hamilton, Niagara, Grimsby, St. Catharines, Burlington, Welland, Ancaster) and Toronto areas.

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Rob Golfi

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Body Language, Lawsuits, and a new Golfi Magazine! 16.05.2024 41:56

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Body language and personal dynamics, such as divorce, play significant roles in real estate transactions, affecting how agents interact and approach the situation. Rob shares a story about a lawsuit he faced in the U.S., which was ultimately dropped due to the str...

Win in Any Market, Canadian Open and Drakes Mansion Affecting Real Estate 09.05.2024 42:28

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Phil Golfi discussed: Fitness and Golf Experiences: a transformative fitness experience at North Shore Athletic Club in Burlington. Professional Networking and Market Insights: a networking event for real estate agents called "Win in Any Market." Drake and Kendrick Lamar: Does a shoo...

Vacant Unit Tax in Hamilton and the Impacts, Real Estate Sales and Strategy 26.04.2024 43:24

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Phil Golfi discussed: Hamilton is implementing a vacant unit tax bylaw in 2025, which will charge non-exempt vacant residential properties 1% of the assessed value. Concerns are discussed regarding the potential impacts of the vacant unit tax on long-term property holdings and develop...

February 10, 2024: Buyers Confidence, Overestimated Value and Listing Strategies 22.04.2024 42:12

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Homeowners may overestimate the value of their homes due to emotional attachment Strategies for optimizing the timing of listing properties to attract potential buyers, particularly from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) The uptick in activity and confidence levels am...

February 3, 2024: Phil Golfi, Leons Against the Housing Crisis 18.04.2024 42:09

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Leon's Furniture's plan to build 4000 homes around its Toronto headquarters The need for creative solutions to address the housing crisis Subscribe for updates and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and TikTok. Tune in to the Golfi Real Estate Sho...

February 17, 2024: CMHC Official Meeting, Mortgages, and Long Term Investment Strategies 16.04.2024 42:27

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi and Brian Hogben discussed: Insights from a meeting with officials from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) The significance of long-term investment strategies in real estate Subscribe for updates and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Tik...

March 2, 2024: Friends Buying Homes, Parking Issues in Stoney Creek 16.04.2024 42:03

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Different relationships investing together Housing Vs. Parking Debate in Stoney Creek Subscribe for updates and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and TikTok. Tune in to the Golfi Real Estate Show for expert advice and news! Thanks for tuning i...

February 24, 2024: Interest Rates, Inventory Shortage, Rat Infested House in Hamilton 16.04.2024 42:16

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Interest rates forcing home owners to look for second jobs The need for creative solutions to address the housing crisis Home owners sues previous owners for not mentioning a rat infestation Subscribe for updates and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Tw...

March 9, 2024: Bank of Canada Annoucement, Home Staging Feelings 16.04.2024 42:21

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Phil Golfi discussed: Bank of Canada rate announcement Creating a familiar feel within your home can boost your sale Subscribe for updates and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and TikTok. Tune in to the Golfi Real Estate Show for expert advice and news! Thanks for...

March 16, 2024: Phil Golfi, BOC Interest Rates, Open House Vibes, Properties Moving Quickly 16.04.2024 41:49

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Phil Golfi discussed: The increase in showing appointments and open house traffic as indicators of a busy real estate market. Lower-priced properties are moving quickly, luxury properties are slower to sell. Bank of Canada's decision to keep the key lending rate at 5%, with expectation...

March 23, 2024: Fourplex Zoning Lawss, Million Dollar Listings, Changing Dynamics in Housing Market 16.04.2024 42:20

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Ontario Liberals' proposal to amend zoning bylaws to allow for up to four-story fourplexes in residential areas. The conversation shifts to housing affordability, with a focus on the prevalence of million-dollar listings in Ontario and British Columbia, particularl...

January 27, 2024: When Will Rates Come Down, New Foreign Homebuyer Tax 16.04.2024 42:11

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: When Will Rates Come Down: Are the interest rates coming down New Foreign Homebuyer Tax: What the potential impacts will be if the Foreign Homebuyer Tax will be if its implemented as planned in 2025 Subscribe for updates and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Tw...

April 13, 2024: Challenges with Tenants, Building New vs. Buying Resale, Real Estate Investment Perspectives 16.04.2024 42:07

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Suggestion made to resolve tenant issues by settling financially to expedite the sale of the property. Emphasis is placed on the hidden and escalating costs associated with new builds, such as standard fittings that often require upgrades and additional expenses li...

April 6, 2024: Landlord-Tenant Issues, Challenges in Selling Property, Real Estate Market Trends 16.04.2024 42:16

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode Rob Golfi discussed: Discussion on whether the price trends in Burlington and Toronto might influence the Hamilton market. Advice to the landlord to hire a paralegal to avoid paperwork errors and facilitate a smoother legal resolution. Discussion about the impact of property purchase t...

January 13, 2024: $40,000 Dollar Parking Spot, Market Predictions and Property Pricing Strategy 16.04.2024 41:44

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: 🔍 Market Predictions: Market predicitios 🏡 Property Pricing Strategy: What the potential impacts will be if the house isn't given the proper exposure 🏢 Developer Incentives and Parking Issues: What this might mean for other lawyers and how Rob navigates trust and trans...

January 20, 2024: Met Ryan Serhant, Square Foot Lawsuit, Consequences of Misinformation in Real Estate 16.04.2024 41:32

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: Meeting Ryan Serhant: Real Estate tycoons rub elbows in New York City Square Foot Lawuits: What the potential impacts will be if the house isn't advertised or sold with the correct information Consequences of Misinformation: What this might mean for the concerned home own...

Market Predictions for 2024, Exclusive Listings May Hurt Your Client, Burlington Lawyer in Hot Water 05.01.2024 44:17

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: 🔍 Market Predictions: A quick 2023 Recap and how 2024 may line up 🏡 Exclusive Listings: What the potential impacts will be if the house isn't given the proper exposure 🏢 Burlington Lawyer in Hot Water: What this might mean for other lawyers and how Rob navigates trust...

Phil Golfi: Oakville and Burlington Affordability, Market Updates and More.. 11.12.2023 42:56

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Phil Golfi takes the mic and discusses market updates, and real estate affordability. Join us as Phil Golfi takes the mic for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: 🔍 Affordability Oakville vs. Burlington: Is there really a big difference between the two neighbouring cities 🏡 Market Updates: Hamilton and surrounding area...

October 28, 2023: Local Hamilton Housing Scams, BOC Increased Rate Impact, and Toronto’s Affordable Housing Plan 03.11.2023 42:01

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: 🔍 Hamilton Housing Scams: How selling for cash quick scammed a local Hamiltonian 🏡 Toronto's Affordable Housing Plan: What the potential impacts will come from the new plan 🏢 Bank of Canada Raises Rates: The impact these new rates will have Subscribe for updates and foll...

October 14, 2023: Vacant Land Tax Increase, The Best Home Renovations, Canada’s Labour Shortage and The War-Time Home Opportunities 02.11.2023 41:58

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: 🔍 War Time Home Opportunity: Hamiltonians look into renovating old war-time homes to bring more houses on the market 🏡 Vacant Home Tax in Toronto: The increase and what that means for locals 🏢 Canada's construction labour shortage: The impact that may be coming 🪑 Home R...

October 21, 2023: Calgary Brainstorming, Recent Graduates Housing Nightmare, Removing GST from Rental Builds 02.11.2023 40:34

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: 🔍 City Council in Calgary: What executives think will solve the housing crisis 🏡 Recent Graduates: Will they ever be able to afford a home 🏢 Removing GST from Rental Builds: What this will mean for potential investors Subscribe for updates and follow us on Instagram,...

October 7, 2023: Buying a Home in a Recession, Toronto Construction Halt, How Canada can Make Affordable Housing Possible Again 01.11.2023 41:34

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode we discussed: 🔍 Recession Shopping: Buying a home during a recession might be around the corner 🏡 Selling a home in a down market: What our current market can do for you 🏢 Toronto lightyears behind construction: A complete halt in Toronto building 🪑 How Canada Can Change the Housing...

No More GST on Rentals, Gamechanger tactics in Calgary, and New AI Realtors 25.09.2023 41:06

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode: 🔍 New GST Rules: Canadians remove GST on rental builds 🏡 Homeownership delayed: Students are delaying homeownership due to student debt 🏢 AI Real Estate Expert: First AI real estate expert launched 🪑 Strained Housing Affordability: Fortune 500 homebuilder is offering a fixed 4.25% m...

WE ARE BACK! Market Updates, Italys Architecture, and MORE! 21.09.2023 41:47

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode: 🔍 Market updates: Current market updates for Hamilton and surrounding areas 🏡 Welcome back episode: Rob explains his hiatus from the radio show 🏢 Italy's Architecture: Explore rare mountainside real estate Subscribe for updates and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter...

BC Agent’s Mega Blunder, Cottage Country Surges and Plummets, Ontario’s Most Sought-After Cities, and Astonishing Backyard Décor Unveiled 08.08.2023 41:57

Welcome to the Golfi Real Estate Show! Join us for the latest in real estate insights and news. In this episode: 🔍 Top Ontario Cities: Explore sought-after cities in Ontario. 🏡 Cottage Country Trends: Dive into cottage country real estate shifts. 🏢 BC Agent's Blunder: Uncover a massive real estate mistake. 🪑 Shocking Backyard Decor: Discover unique decor ideas. Subscribe for updates and follow...