What Would it Cost?

Meet Tabitha Rourke (@soldbytabitha), a realtor for Engel & Völkers in Waterloo. Join us as Tabitha explains why she joined the brokerage she’s at, and her perspective on Waterloo real estate. Check out Tabitha on Instagram: https://instagram.com/soldbytabitha Follow us on Instagram to stay up to date on new episodes: https://www.instagram.com/wwic.podcast/ Visit our website for more information:...

Originally knowing nothing about real estate, Eric started his quest for knowledge by reading Real Estate for Dummies. This eventually led him to open his own real estate office with over 100 agents, and eventually start another company, Broker Pocket. In this episode, Eric shares his insight on real estate and being an entrepreneur. As it turns out, real estate has its own similarities to entrepr...

Lisainthecity is a mom, a realtor, and an influencer with over 20k followers on instagram. What does she use her platform for, and is instagram all about selfies? In this episode, Lisa talks about the misconceptions some have about social media - and how she is able to reach more people because of it. Check out Lisa on Instagram: https://instagram.com/lisainthecity?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow us on...

Originally a global executive at IBM, Laura Arci has built up a strong business skillset that she was able to apply to the world of real estate. In this episode, Laura brings us through her career chang,e and discusses how her kids are shadowing her to gain experience as they begin their real estate journey. Check out Laura on Instagram: https://instagram.com/laura.arci_compagni?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y...

Ron Sally originally never wanted to be in real estate, however he now stands as the youngest RE/MAX broker owner in the world! In this Episode, Ron walks us through how he got to this point and what his brokerage does different compared to the rest. Check out Ron on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ronsally?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Visit our website for more information: https://sparkfinancialgroup.ca...

In this episode, Chris Bonil explains how his former aspirations to be a pro athlete have helped him in a commission based industry - real estate. It turns out both professions require dedication and lots of hard work. Chris also discusses starting his real estate team and what it cost to do so. Check out Chris on Instagram: https://instagram.com/mrbonil Visit our website for more information: htt...

The pandemic has affected many peoples lives, but it’s not all bad. Domenic from 29:Eleven used decreased rent prices as an opportunity to start his own fashion brand, something that has been a dream of his for years. Listen as Domenic opens up about the inspiration for his store, the managerial aspect of opening a new business, and most importantly what it would cost! Check out 29:Eleven on Insta...

Being a boss mom isn’t easy. With all the responsibilities that come with motherhood, it is a full time job in itself. Add to that being a powerhouse realtor and time management becomes one of the most important tasks. In this episode, Bree Honey and Stephanie Soave share their experiences as boss mom realtors and how they’ve been able to manage their career and family time. It turns out, the key...

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to do a television appearance as a realtor? This episode, Tom Storey shares his knowledge about real estate and some behind the scenes details regarding his multiple live television appearances. Also in this episode, Tom shares his knowledge about gaining exposure and how it can help level up a business. The secret is all about visibility, and how in some case...

Matt Campoli is the host of the “Priced to Sell” podcast and a social media savvy realtor. Matt learned early on to challenge the status quo in real estate when he was told not to “waste time on Instagram”. Fast forward a few years and Matt has taken his career to the next level by utilizing social media to his advantage, and creating unique online content. Check out Matt on Instagram: https://ins...

The real estate market is full of niches, and student housing is a big one. Nick Gilmour sits down with us to talk about his humble beginnings in real estate, what typical student housing in Kingston will cost, and why owning student housing is a lucrative opportunity. Check out Nick on Instagram: https://instagram.com/nick_gilmour_inc?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Visit our website for more information: ht...

Residential real estate in metro and suburban areas get a lot of attention, but many forget there’s many other markets in need of realtor services. Whether it be rural areas such as farmland, or hybrid commercial & residential properties, Jake Smith is experienced. In this episode, Jake takes us through how these types of real estate transactions are handled and most importantly, what it would cos...

Sergio Galli has lived many lives. He’s the guitarist of legendary rock band Platinum Blonde, as well as an esteemed custom home builder. In this episode, Sergio takes us back to his days on tour with Platinum Blonde, and why he started Bel Air Design + Build. Sergio also shares the three most important boxes to tick to be successful in real estate. Check out Bel Air Design Build: https://www.bela...

In 2020, many industries were affected by the pandemic and job loss was an unfortunate outcome for many. The hospitality sector was especially affected by shut downs and thus employers had no choice but to lay people off. Fast forward to 2022 and many industries are making a comeback, increasing the need for talented employees. Daniela from DC Global Talent educates us on the process of recruiting...

Virginia Munden has travelled the world speaking at various events about her extensive real estate knowledge. Today she hosts The Buzz Conference, one of Toronto’s biggest real estate conferences. Members from all areas of real estate come together to share knowledge, network with others, and learn from experts in their respective fields. Check out The Buzz Conference: https://instagram.com/thebuz...

Renewable energy is a hot topic as of late, especially with gas prices steadily increasing. Whether it be electric cars or solar roof panels, clean renewable energy is making its way into the mainstream as more people consider going green. We sat down with renewable energy expert Gus Kokkoros to educate us on the benefits of using renewable energy, how to make the transition as well as what it wou...

A real estate agent for over 8 years, Laura Costa joins us to discuss first-time home buyers and how they can get into the market today. First time-home buyers often have misconceptions that they can not afford a home nowadays, especially in Ontario. Utilizing her connections, Laura shares her insight on up and coming neighbourhoods that are ripe for growth, yet relatively affordable. Check out La...

Real estate transactions can get confusing, that’s why lawyers like Daniel Panza make things easier. In this episode, Daniel gives us a behind-the-scenes look into how real estate transactions are initiated, the legal costs associated, and the first steps taken when dealing with a new client. Visit our website for more information: https://sparkfinancialgroup.ca Follow us on Instagram to stay up t...

Market experience is something that distinguishes successful Real Estate agents from the rest. In today’s episode we sit down with Danielle Levy as she tells us how she got an early start in the world of Real Estate. Her knowledge and experience gives her a unique perspective on today’s hot real estate market. While it may seem Realtors are paid a handsome commission, Danielle breaks down some of...

Many individuals with mortgage insurance, otherwise known as creditor insurance, may think they have what they need to ensure their family is taken care of. Is the average mortgage insurance enough, or should you opt for a comprehensive life insurance policy instead? What would life insurance cost? Our conversation with Jean-Paul answers all these questions and more! Visit our website for more inf...

The events in the past few years, notably covid, have affected more than just businesses. Many issues have extended into people's personal lives. While spending more time than ever at home, relationships were put to the ultimate test, resulting in more divorces. This begs the question, what would a divorce cost? Today's episode, we speak to Paul Mazzeo from Mazzeo Law to give us the inside scoop.

When selling your home, do you want it to look its best? But what are the expenses associated with that? What would you require? Paint? Furniture? Although selling can be scary, there are people like Farah Dhalla-Singh from @ladystouch.ca that will help make that process a breeze. Listen in this week as we find out if staging is an expense or an investment.

This week we sit with Carlo Parentela, the man behind the new and luxurious Hotel Vie by Marriott. Coming to Vaughan in 2024 - The Parentela Family introduces the first of the Hotel Vie chain of luxury hotels featuring twelve stories, designed by MATAJ Architects, with 261 masterfully crafted guest suites; 54 luxury executive offices curated for entrepreneurs and a list of five-star amenities. So...

There are many benefits when buying Pre-construction. While your home is being built, it is almost guaranteed to rise in value. Deposits and down payments are usually flexible. But what happens if there are delays? The boys sit with https://www.youtube.com/c/CorradoArangio , the pre-con king, as he takes us through pricing in the GTA and surrounding areas. Could a pre-con be the best choice for fi...

Are you happy with your current home? Have you thought about renovations? How much would that cost? How about building your dream home from scratch? Could you afford that? Find out all this and more as the Spark team talks to the CEO of @heavydutyhomesinc, Phil Russo.