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

Join Fox Marin as we reflect on an unprecedented year in Toronto Real Estate! In this candid roundtable discussion, the senior sales team Jessica Spillas, Reuben Labovitz, Ian Busher, Samantha Marasco, and Jerome Werniuk share their personal and professional insights; client wins, and lessons learned from navigating one of the most unpredictable markets in decades! Ugh, what a year, my friends! Wh...

Join Ralph Fox, Broker of Record and Co-Founder of Fox Marin Associates, as he explores the Bank of Canada's latest jumbo rate cut and its ripple effects on the economy and Toronto's Real Estate market. This episode features special guest Jason Friesen, Managing Partner at Outline Financial, to help unpack the implications of rate cuts, mixed economic signals, & what these changes mean for hom...

In this episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, Ralph and Kori of Fox Marin explore Toronto’s Top 3 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods for 2025. Whether you're an investor, a first-time buyer, or looking to transition into a freehold home from a condo, this guide provides invaluable insights into high-potential areas offering value, accessibility, and long-term growth. From transit developments to af...

Are we witnessing a once-in-a-decade opportunity in Toronto’s real estate market? In this episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast , Ralph Fox, co-founder and Broker of Record at Fox Marin Associates, sits down with Steve Keyzer, Executive Vice President at Colliers, to discuss the state of the market. Steve provides insights into the current residential land market , the slowdown in pre-constru...

Last week, we dove deep into the WTF is happening in the condo market—this week, we’re flipping the script to focus on Toronto’s FREEHOLD market! 🏡 From detached homes to semi-detached and row houses, we’re uncovering what’s really happening in the 416 real estate scene. With accurate, boots-on-the-ground insights and data directly from TRREB MLS, we’re cutting through the noise to help you make...

Join us as we explore the latest trends shaping the Toronto condo market. This conversation highlights the significant shifts in sales activity, inventory dynamics, and rental trends, offering valuable insights for owners, investors and potential purchasers! The Toronto condo market has shifted, with October sales increasing by 32% year-over-year. Despite economic pressures, condo prices are stead...

In this episode, Ralph Fox & Kori Marin bring you the latest on the Toronto Real Estate Market for October. They dive into the key market shifts, from recent interest rate announcements creating a sense of stability to the impressive sales volume increase across home types. The condo market is showing resilience, and the absorption rate is moving the market closer to favoring sellers. Ralph &a...

In today’s episode, Ralph Fox and Kori Marin dive into the pressing topic of financial stability and wealth management amidst today’s volatile economic landscape. With special guest Chris Karram, Managing Partner and Chief Strategist of SafeBridge Financial, we explore strategies for building wealth and preserving it through global challenges, high inflation, and shifting interest rates. _________...

In this episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, Ralph Fox and Jason Friesen discuss the Bank of Canada’s recent 50 basis point rate cut and its implications for homebuyers, investors, and the overall real estate market. Join us at Fox Marin as we explore how this move impacts borrowing costs and housing affordability and what it signals about Canada’s economy compared to the U.S. Ralph & J...

In this in-depth conversation, Ralph Fox and Kori Marin break down the key trends shaping the Toronto Real Estate Market in September 2024, which will set the tone for the FALL MARKET. They review crucial statistics, market dynamics, the factors influencing home sales, listings, and prices and what to expect for the remainder of 2024! Join them as they analyze how the market compares to previous y...

In this insightful conversation, Ralph Fox sits down with Matt Young, founder of Republic Developments, to tackle the critical issue of housing affordability in Toronto’s Real Estate Market. They explore the significant challenges developers face, including the impact of new home taxes and other factors driving up housing costs. Matt shares his personal journey in real estate, the founding of his...

In this episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, Ralph Fox and Jerome Werniuk of Fox Marin discuss the bullish case for the Toronto Real Estate market in 2025. With the global economy in flux, from China's massive stimulus injections to the ripple effects in markets worldwide, they explore the critical macro and micro trends shaping the future of real estate in Toronto. The duo cover how global...

In this episode, we dive into the SUPER EARLY trends shaping the Toronto Real Estate Market for September 2024, breaking down performance across key neighbourhoods and property types. We analyze data from the first three weeks of the month, comparing it to the same period last year, and explore how freehold properties, the luxury segment, and the condo market are faring. You'll get insights into a...

In this episode, Ralph Fox, Broker of Record at Fox Marin and Jason Friesen, Partner at Outline Financial, discuss recent changes affecting the US and Canadian mortgage markets, including the Fed's decision to cut its overnight lending rate by 50 basis points and Canada's updated mortgage rules. They explore what these changes mean for first-time buyers, how the Toronto real estate market might re...

In this episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, Ralph Fox and Kori Marin discuss the current state of the market and break down the latest trends impacting buyers and sellers. They give you a perspective about where things stand right now! The duo analyzes critical metrics like sales volume, inventory, and prices to examine the shifting market. Here are some key takeaways: 📉 Sales volume has...

This video examines the Bank of Canada's recent decision to reduce interest rates by 25 basis points—the third rate cut in a row. While this cut primarily affects variable rates and lines of credit, fixed mortgage rates have already adjusted and are now in the fours, a notable drop from earlier this year. Managing Partner & Mortgage Agent Jason Friesen of Outline Financial and Broker of Record...

Join us as we jump into the Toronto Real Estate Market Trends for 2024, where our expert team at Fox Marin, including Jerome, Reuben, Ian, and Jessica, tackle the burning questions on everyone’s minds in real time! Boots on the Ground, my friends! Reuben discusses buyers' biggest concerns and negotiating power and offers real-world examples. His perspective on the market and what to expect thi...

This conversation discusses the current state of the Toronto Real Estate Market, specifically focusing on the condo segment. The hosts analyze data on active listings and average condo prices over the past five years, highlighting the increase in condo supply on the market. They also explore the factors contributing to the resilience of condo prices, such as stress testing for buyers and the absen...

In this insightful conversation (and likely 100% divisive with our audience), Ralph Fox and Kori Marin jump into the nuances of Toronto’s Real Estate Market, offering a comprehensive analysis grounded in a short-term historical perspective. They explore the complex interplay between interest rates and market dynamics, shedding light on how these factors have influenced prices and activity levels a...

This conversation delves into the significant risks and challenges that landlords in Toronto face, with a particular focus on the growing issues of rent non-payment and the severe backlog at the landlord and tenant board. The discussion highlights the widespread occurrence of rent defaults and outlines practical steps Landlords can take to manage such situations effectively. The inefficiencies and...

In this episode of the Toronto Real Estate Podcast, hosts Kori and Ralph delve into the current state of the Toronto real estate market, providing a comprehensive analysis of market statistics, sales activity, new listings, and prices over the past decade. Despite prevailing fears and uncertainties, their discussion reveals a resilient market where prices have steadily increased. They address conc...

Join us for an in-depth discussion on the current state of Toronto’s Summer 2024 Real Estate Market Trends and what indicators we will be watching to predict where the market will be heading this Fall and beyond; join Fox Marin experts Ralph Fox, Jerome Werniuk, & Rueben Labovitz. This FM Video Podcast Covers Key Topics to Keep You Informed: Months of Inventory: Understand how the inventory le...

In this episode, Ralph and Kori dive deep into the latest statistics and behind-the-scenes analysis of the Toronto real estate market. They cover all the critical data points you need to know, from average prices and sales to new listings and inventory levels. Discover how the market has been impacted by COVID-19 and rising interest rates and what this means for buyers, sellers, and investors. ___...

In this episode, Toronto Brokers Kori Marin & Ralph Fox discuss SEVEN essential questions to ask when hiring a listing agent in Toronto's challenging and volatile real estate market. They emphasize the importance of choosing an agent with a robust pricing methodology, strategic approach, and comprehensive marketing strategy. They also highlight the significance of staging and styling in at...

Join Fox Marin on the Toronto Real Estate Podcast as they dive into real strategies for moving up the property ladder in today's downward market. Learn from industry experts about selling strategically to upgrade your property at a discount, and how to take advantage of future market trends. From negotiating tactics to long-term investment advice, this episode is packed with invaluable insight...