Toronto Livings Real Estate Podcast

Welcome to the 77th episode of the Toronto Livings Real Estate Podcast! In this 'Ketchup' episode, Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio catch up on their holiday break, share some laughs, and delve into the latest in Toronto’s real estate scene. They discuss the December numbers, holiday highlights, and even take a ginger shot (or two). The duo dives into rental market trends, average prices, tran...

In this festive episode of the Toronto Living Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive into the holiday spirit wearing Christmas hats and share their 2025 Christmas wishlist. They discuss what they'd love to see from Santa, including improvements in the Toronto real estate market, government changes, and a wish for the Toronto Maple Leafs to make it to the third round of the playoffs. The...

In this episode of the Toronto Livings Podcast, Mark and Joey dive into a detailed analysis of the November real estate market update for Toronto, debunking headlines and offering valuable context. They discuss why sales were reportedly up 40 percent, explore the intricacies of different market segments, and highlight the importance of understanding the numbers behind the headlines. Beyond the mar...

Navigating Toronto's 2025 Vacant Home Tax In Episode 74 of the Toronto Living's podcast, Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio discuss the latest updates to the Toronto Vacant Home Tax, including the critical 2024 declaration requirements and significant changes to the tax rate. They highlight the importance of declaring your property's status, the impact of the tax increase from 1% to 3%, the exemptions a...

Join Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio in Episode 73 of the Toronto Livings Podcast for a comprehensive market update, focusing on the exciting stats and trends from October. They discuss a surprising jump in home transactions and prices, share insights on the city's real estate landscape, and celebrate Joey's birthday with a rundown of all the food spots visited, including experiences from Mars Diner...

In this episode of the Toronto Living's podcast, Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio, realtors with Sage Real Estate, dive deep into the intricacies of condo status certificates. They break down the critical components, including checking the legal numbers, parking, maintenance fees, reserve funds, legal proceedings, and insurance. The hosts also discuss the importance of using experienced real estate la...

Join hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio, dressed as Paulie Gaultieri and Mankind, for a spooky Halloween episode of the Toronto Livings Podcast! 🎃👻 In this special episode, they explore Toronto’s most haunted spots, including Gibraltar Point Lighthouse, Keg Mansion, Old City Hall, Casa Loma, Mackenzie House, and the eerie Don Jail. Get ready for spine-chilling stories, lighthearted banter, and l...

In episode 70 we cover the pitfalls and perks of buying a tenanted propery in Toronto! We tackle the complexities of purchasing tenanted properties, offering vital advice on handling tenant-related risks, the importance of lease agreements, and strategies for smooth transactions. The episode also delves into economic changes, predicting Bank of Canada interest rate cuts, and how these changes impa...

In Episode 69 of the Toronto Livings Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio delve into the issues surrounding Kitec plumbing, a common but problematic system found in many condos. The episode covers the basics of Kitec, including its history, signs of failure, and what condo owners can do to mitigate risks. Listeners will also enjoy lively discussions on Toronto food hotspots, recent city new...

In this lively episode, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio delve into Toronto's real estate scene, focusing on September's market stats and providing insights into the city's culinary gems. They explore varying market dynamics between condos and houses, touching on inventory levels, average prices, and transaction trends. The episode also features delightful discussions around favorite eateries li...

Tools You Can Use - Essential Gadgets for Home Buyers & Realtors In Episode 67 of the TorontoLiving's Real Estate Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive into the chaotic yet insightful world of essential tools for home buyers and realtors. They discuss a range of gadgets including tape measures, flashlights, moisture meters, and EMF readers, sharing practical tips and personal anecdo...

This episode, unofficially dubbed the 'News You Can Use Double Edged Sword,' also covers European COVID, fine dining experiences, Joey's big decision to delete food delivery apps, and how Gordon Ramsay ties into all of this. Celebrate their anniversaries and discover effective health tips like Joey's immune-boosting ginger tea recipe. Tune in for an engaging conversation about all...

Inside Look: Unique Church Conversion Project in Toronto Join Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio as they reveal details about their latest real estate project – a unique church conversion located at 1183 Dufferin Street in Toronto. They dive into the rich history of the property, the creative development process, and the various unit offerings up for sale. The hosts also discuss the local neighborhood,...

Price Drops & Pogo Sticks: Navigating Toronto's Real Estate Market in August Join Mark and Joey on episode 64 of the Toronto Living's podcast as they return after a brief hiatus. In this episode, Mark and Joey catch up on their recent activities and unveil where they've been over the past few weeks. They dive into August's real estate market update, revealing some interesting o...

Join Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio in episode 63 of the Toronto Livings podcast as they dive into heated discussions about the inefficiencies of Toronto's landlord-tenant board and the complex issues surrounding rental market policies. The hosts share personal stories from the Toronto real estate scene and debate the pros and cons of damage deposits and prepaying rent for a competitive edge. Em...

In Episode 62 of the Toronto Livings Podcast, Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive into the July real estate market numbers, unveiling a not-so-optimistic outlook. Beyond the market updates, the hosts share anecdotes about their week, including Joey's newfound love for Midnight Cookies and Marks frustrating trip to Innisfil, Ontario, which leads to a rant about their stringent resident-only beach...

Did you know, there are at least 3 ways a condo is measured!?! In episode 61 of the Toronto Livings Podcast, Mark and Joey discuss the complexities and confusion surrounding floor plans and measurements in the real estate world. The episode covers standardized measurements, how to handle discrepancies in square footage, and the importance of professional floor plans versus older methods. The hosts...

Join Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio in Episode 60 of the Toronto Livings Podcast as they reunite after Mark enriching 3 week-long European trip. They explore the contrasting lifestyles between North America and Europe, emphasizing the relaxed pace of life in Italy and Sicily compared to the rapid, improvement-focused culture in North America. Through a delightful mix of heartfelt travel stories and...

In Episode 59 of the Toronto Livings Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio discuss the top six ways realtors can unintentionally kill a deal, including a lack of professionalism, slow responses, and overly aggressive negotiations. Additionally, they delve into fun topics like popular Toronto dessert spots, fishing adventures, and some of their favorite food experiences. The episode also incl...

Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive into episode 58 of the Toronto Livings podcast, focusing on capital gains, how they work, and upcoming changes. They discuss the new inclusion rates for capital gains coming into effect on June 25th and provide examples to illustrate the potential tax impacts. The episode also covers recent events, including the Sage event, and features a historical time machine s...

Toronto Real Estate: May 2023 Market Updates and More| Episode 57 In episode 57 of the Toronto Livings podcast, Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive into last month's market updates, discuss sizzling food spots in Toronto, and even take a trip back in time to May 2023. From the Toronto real estate market trends and interest rates to the newest sandwich shop at Yonge and Eglinton, this episode cov...

Toronto Livings Podcast: All About Garden Suites in Toronto In episode 56 of the Toronto Livings podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive deep into the topic of garden suites, discussing the process, costs, and regulations involved in building one in Toronto. They share insights on the necessary steps, potential challenges, and financing options. The episode also features a lively discussi...

Amazon Primes Luxe Listings Toronto Review | Episode 55 In this episode of the Toronto Living Podcast, Joe and Mark (dubbed Forerunner Joe and Maserati Mark) dive into the world of luxury real estate with their review of Amazon Prime's show "Luxe Listings Toronto'. The hosts discuss key moments from the show, such as Brett Starke's helicopter date, the Torkins' attempt to brea...

Empowering Vision: The Inspiring Story of Canadian Blind Hockey This episode of the Toronto Livings Podcast features Luca DeMontis, the program manager for Canadian Blind Hockey, who shares the inspiring journey of his brother, Mark DeMontis, and the founding of Canadian Blind Hockey. From the origins of blind hockey in Canada to its growth into a supportive community fostering inclusion, courage,...

Exploring the Transformative Power of Cold Plunges in Toronto at Othership Ice Bath In this episode of the Toronto Livings Podcast, hosts Mark Savel and Joey Virgilio dive into the benefits of cold plunges and sauna experiences at Othership, a wellness center in Toronto. They are joined by Sherryne (Sher) and Dan, who share insights on Othership's mission to support stress management, emotiona...