The Toronto Real Estate Podcast | Stories, Lifestyle & Trends with Fox Marin Associates

Join Kori Marin & Ralph Fox—co-founders and brokers of Fox Marin—as they unpack surprising positivity in Toronto Real Estate. Despite higher inventory and fewer transactions, the market is still moving, especially in semi-detached homes, mid‑priced properties, and turnkey condos! Learn insider pricing strategies, why staging and property presentation win, and how families, first-time buyers, a...

In this episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, Ralph Fox dives into the federal government's latest promise to double Canadian housing starts to 500,000 per year through a new crown corporation: Build Canada Homes. Will $25 billion in modular home funding really fix our housing crisis? Or is this another billion-dollar boondoggle waiting to implode? From the failure of FEMA’s prefab homes...

Are we in the eye of the storm? In this episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, Ralph Fox and Kori Marin sit down with Akshay Sehgal, an expert in Toronto’s assignment and pre-construction markets, to uncover the truth behind a growing real estate dilemma that few are talking about—but many are feeling. From default rates to buyers walking away from six-figure deposits, the assignment market h...

Toronto Real Estate Market Update: May 2025 — The Good, The Bad & The SurprisingWelcome to your 20-minute Toronto real estate deep dive! In this month’s episode, Ralph Fox and Kori Marin—co-founders of Fox Marin—break down TRREB’s latest data for May 2025. We’re talking about what’s really happening in the market: detached and semi-detached home sales, the condo slowdown, rising inventory, dec...

What if we told you Toronto Real Estate isn’t the apocalypse the headlines want you to believe? In this week’s episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, Kori Marin and Ralph Fox walk you through FIVE real, boots-on-the-ground case studies that buck the doom-and-gloom narrative. From an all-out open house in Playter Estates to a 14-offer frenzy on Degrassi Street, we break down the strategies, st...

In this episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with industry veteran Scott Shallow, Executive Vice President at Brad J. Lamb Realty, for an honest conversation about the state of Toronto’s pre-construction condo market. Joined by hosts Ralph Fox and Kori Marin, Scott shares his frontline perspective on why high-rise development has come to a halt, what’s causing investor defaults,...

Is Toronto's condo market finally bottoming out? Despite the doomsday headlines, Ralph Fox and Kori Marin of Fox Marin Associates explore compelling data and emerging trends suggesting the early signs of a turnaround in specific real estate segments. In this optimistic (but grounded) episode, we talk pre-construction completions, resale affordability, shifting buyer sentiment, and government p...

Welcome back to the Toronto Real Estate Podcast with Ralph Fox and Kori Marin of Fox Marin Associates. In this 20-minute monthly market breakdown, we dive into the latest Toronto Real Estate Stats, key economic indicators, and on-the-ground stories from April 2025. From falling condo prices to bidding wars in Leslieville and Playter Estates, this episode offers a complete view of what’s happening—...

Toronto Real Estate is at a pivotal moment. Buyers are hesitant. Sellers are hopeful. And everyone is asking the same question: Where is this market headed? In this candid roundtable, we sit down with one of the city's most trusted real estate minds, Lawyer Mark Morris, to unpack what’s happening in today’s unpredictable landscape. From interest rate cuts and buyer psychology to inventory stag...

Ralph Fox and Kori Marin sit down with real estate lawyer David Young of Sorbara Law to unpack what’s really going on in Toronto’s pre-construction condo market. From rising defaults and dead assignment deals to staggering development charges and softening rents—this is your unfiltered, boots-on-the-ground look at the sector nobody’s truthfully talking about. Whether you're a buyer trying to close...

In this rapid-fire 20-minute update, we’re breaking down the latest stats, trends, and what the data really means for buyers, sellers, and investors in Toronto’s 416.This is fresh-off-the-press data directly from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (published April 3, 2025), and we're walking you through detached homes, semis, towns, and condos — plus key indicators and predictions for the mont...

his episode breaks down one of the most pressing election issues—housing affordability. Kori Marin and Ralph Fox of Fox Marin take a deep dive into the housing platforms of the Conservative Party, Liberal Party, and NDP to see what each is really proposing when it comes to affordability, supply, rentals, and homelessness. From proposed GST cuts to unlocking federal land, incentives for builders, r...

Toronto’s pre-construction condo and rental market is facing a once-in-a-generation shift. In this jam-packed episode, Ralph Fox sits down with real estate economist Ben Myers (President of Bullpen Research & Consulting) for a deep dive into what’s really happening behind the scenes. The two explore what 2025–2032 could look like for the GTA housing market, from the collapse of new condo sales...

Are you still confused about parking in Toronto? SO WERE WE! In today's episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with parking expert Peter Solti from Green Apple Landscaping to answer every burning question about front-yard parking pads. Ralph Fox and Kori Marin jump into Toronto's complicated parking bylaws, debunk common misconceptions, reveal how much value parking adds t...

TORONTO REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2025 🚨What’s REALLY happening in the Toronto real estate market? In this deep dive, Ralph Fox & Kori Marin analyze the latest data from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) and explain what it means for buyers, sellers, and investors.📊 Market Highlights: ✅ Average home prices are fluctuating, but no drastic declines ✅ Condo market rema...

The truth about Toronto’s pre-construction market in 2024—are we on the verge of collapse or a SIGNIFICANT opportunity? The Toronto pre-construction market has seen a massive shift. Sales have dropped from 32,000 to just 4,000 in a few years. Developers are struggling, investors are on the sidelines, and assignments are in crisis mode. So, what’s next? We’re breaking it all down with brothers Roy...

Canada is facing unprecedented external pressure, and it's forcing a major shift in how we see ourselves as a country. In this video, Ralph Fox dives deep into the ripple effects of Donald Trump’s tariff threats and whether they could actually make Canada stronger. From energy independence and border security to the fentanyl crisis and internal trade barriers, Canada is finally confronting some lo...

Are you tired of boring, cookie-cutter Toronto condos? Whether you’re a condo owner, seller, or buyer, this episode is jam-packed with NINE game-changing upgrades to transform your space—without breaking the bank. From lighting hacks to replacing those awful builder-grade sliding doors, I will walk you through real strategies I use with my clients to help their condos stand out in this high-invent...

he numbers are in! We're breaking down what the hell is going on in the Toronto Real Estate Market as we kick off 2025. Is this a buyer's market or seller’s market? Which property types are thriving, and which ones are diving? And how does January 2025 compare to pre-pandemic times (the good 'ol days when we had a bit more stability)?What we cover:✅ Market trends & pricing shifts across detac...

The Bank of Canada has officially cut interest rates again—so what does this mean for the Toronto Real Estate market? Ralph Fox sits down with mortgage expert Jason Friesen from Outline Financial to break down the impact of this latest 25 basis point reduction. Ralph & Jason discuss what’s next for rates, how global uncertainty (including US politics and tariffs) affects Canada’s economy, and...

In this episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, Ralph Fox sits down with Tom Karadza, co-founder of Rockstar Real Estate ‪@rockstarinnercircle‬ ‪@rockstarinnercircle‬  to explore the intersection of real estate, Bitcoin, and financial FREEDOM. Tom shares his journey from corporate life to building a multi-billion-dollar real estate business, discusses the flaws in the current monetary system,...

Join Ralph Fox and Kori Marin of Fox Marin as they break down the eight most important factors shaping the Toronto Real Estate Market in 2025. This episode provides essential insights for homebuyers, sellers, and market enthusiasts, from interest rates to inventory levels, unemployment trends, and policy changes. Whether you're looking to move or stay informed, this conversation sets the stage...

Our latest video features some of the most-watched podcast segments of 2024, exploring Toronto’s Real Estate market trends, opportunities, and challenges. Check out key topics, from buildable square foot costs, semi-detached home price growth, the housing affordability crisis, and long-term condo market trends. Join Ralph Fox, Kori Marin, and some of their special guests as they share expert insig...

Welcome to our first official 2025 episode, where Fox Marin’s senior sales team—Jessica, Sammy Jerome, Ian and Rueben —share their in-depth predictions for Toronto’s Real Estate Market for the New Year & Beyond. If you’re curious about what lies ahead in the housing and condo market, this is one action-packed video podcast you don’t want to miss! Key Takeaways: ➡️ Freehold Homes: The Hot Segme...

As we wrap up 2024, Kori Marin & Ralph Fox dive into the latest and greatest Toronto Real Estate market statistics & trends - how has the year unfolded for detached homes, semis, and condos in downtown & central Toronto? From some big highs and some stressful lows to emerging patterns, this episode is your ultimate guide to understanding where the market stands today and what to expect...