Ontario Mortgage & Real Estate Insights Podcast
We cover the daily developments, trends, and regulatory changes affecting the industry, powered by an AI Steve Hamoen. Get insights sourced from reputable news outlets to help you stay informed and make well-informed decisions.
Episodes
August 9, 2025 • 15 mins
In this episode, the discussion begins with a welcome and introduction, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The focus then shifts to Canada's housing crisis, examining forecasts and predictions from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. The financial implications for governments and a development proposal in Vaughan are explored. The episode also addresses Gogama's housing dilemma and reviews MCAN Financial...
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August 8, 2025 • 13 mins
In this episode, the discussion kicks off with a welcome and introduction, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The conversation then delves into future home price increases and the regulatory impacts on housing completions. AI-driven analysis offers insights into housing markets and the implications for the job market. The episode examines the Bank of Canada's recent rate cuts with input from economists. Middlesex...
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August 7, 2025 • 17 mins
In this episode, Steve Hamoen begins with an introduction, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The discussion moves to the high-priced bungalow market in Richmond Hill and the current market conditions affecting it. Updates on the Mississauga and Greater Toronto Area housing markets are provided, highlighting recent trends. A legal case involving misleading offers in Ontario is examined, shedding light on its impl...
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August 6, 2025 • 8 mins
In this episode, the conversation starts with a welcome and introduction, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The discussion shifts to an update on the Toronto housing market, focusing on sales increases and price dynamics. The impact of the Bank of Canada's interest rate decisions is explored, along with a comparison of home sales trends between Toronto and Metro Vancouver. The Toronto condo market is analyzed, h...
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August 5, 2025 • 7 mins
In this episode, the discussion begins with a welcome and an overview of the current Canadian mortgage rates, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The conversation then explores the economic signals and the impact of the Federal Reserve's recent rate cuts. The episode highlights Equitable Bank's issuance of a 300 million CAD deposit note and its significance within the industry. The Bank of Canada's Financial Stabi...
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August 4, 2025 • 5 mins
In this episode, the discussion kicks off with an introduction to the episode, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The conversation then turns to a CMHC report detailing current housing market trends and conditions. The episode explores national rent price trends and forecasts, providing listeners with an overview of what to expect in the coming months. The role of government in housing management and maintenance ...
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August 3, 2025 • 3 mins
In this episode, the conversation opens with a welcome and an overview of current mortgage rates, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The discussion then delves into the Bank of Canada's rate strategy and the trends in fixed mortgage rates. The importance of securing a pre-approval in today's uncertain market is highlighted. Economic forecasts and their potential impact on future rates are also examined. The episo...
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August 2, 2025 • 6 mins
In this episode, the conversation begins with an introduction and a welcome, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The discussion then shifts to recent developments in Canadian mortgage rates amidst global trade tensions. Doug Porter provides insights on economic growth and inflation, offering a comprehensive analysis of the current economic landscape. The episode also highlights the Mortgage Digest segment, focusin...
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August 1, 2025 • 8 mins
In this episode, the discussion starts with a welcome and an introduction, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The conversation then moves to the Bank of Canada's recent rate decision and its broader impacts on the economy. The episode examines the contraction of the Canadian economy and analyzes sector performance. The implications of trade policy on the economic outlook are explored, with a focus on the auto ind...
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July 31, 2025 • 7 mins
In this episode, the conversation begins with a welcome and an economic news summary, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The discussion then shifts to the recent decline in Canada's GDP, with an analysis of affected sectors. The episode explores the country's economic resilience and provides a GDP forecast. Speculation around a potential rate cut by the Bank of Canada is examined. The conversation then turns to u...
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July 30, 2025 • 9 mins
In this episode, the conversation begins with an introduction and a sponsor message. The discussion then moves to the Bank of Canada's monetary policy and its economic outlook. Economists' perspectives on interest rates and inflation are explored, followed by an analysis of U.S. tariffs and their effects on the Canadian housing market. The episode delves into the challenges faced by the lumber market and the implications for region...
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July 29, 2025 • 9 mins
In this episode, the discussion kicks off with a welcome and a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The conversation then delves into the recent Bank of Canada rate decision and its implications for homeowners. Predictions from financial institutions regarding future rates and the importance of lender communication are explored. The episode examines the rise in fixed mortgage rates and bond yields. Brookfield's acquisition of Fi...
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July 28, 2025 • 14 mins
In this episode, the discussion opens with a welcome and introduction, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The focus then shifts to the Bank of Canada's interest rate decision and its implications for the Canadian economy. The episode explores trade tensions with the United States and potential recession predictions. Consumer spending patterns, business outlooks, and GTA home price trends are examined. The acquisi...
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July 27, 2025 • 3 mins
In this episode, the discussion opens with an introduction and an overview of Sharia-compliant mortgages. A sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. follows. The conversation then turns to the Finance Minister's response to this financial product and the due diligence required. The involvement of the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation is examined, along with the criticism and the importance of maintaining stability in financial...
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July 26, 2025 • 9 mins
In this episode, the discussion begins with a welcome and introduction, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The conversation shifts to the rise in mortgage delinquencies and the economic factors influencing Ontario's market. The episode explores condo market trends and trade tensions within the province. Insights into the CMHC housing updates and the resilience of the Windsor-Essex market are shared. The discussio...
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July 25, 2025 • 9 mins
In this episode, the conversation begins with a welcome to the Ontario Mortgage & Real Estate Insights Podcast, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The discussion then shifts to mortgage renewal strategies and predictions regarding interest rates. Insights into the CMHC market outlook and regional housing trends are provided, along with an analysis of the decline in construction and shifts in the rental market. Th...
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July 24, 2025 • 12 mins
In this episode, the discussion opens with a welcome and sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The conversation then moves to the CMHC's summer forecast, focusing on urban housing demand. The episode highlights price drops in the Durham Region and the impact of housing market tariffs. Attention shifts to the Real Estate Council of Ontario's new CEO, Brenda Buchanan, with insights into her leadership style and potential changes. T...
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July 23, 2025 • 6 mins
In this episode, the conversation opens with a welcome and overview, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The discussion delves into Canadian housing affordability trends and the Bank of Canada's interest rate strategy. The impact of US-Canada trade tensions on mortgage rates is explored, along with insights from Oxford Economics on the housing market outlook. The episode examines housing starts, resale activity, a...
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July 22, 2025 • 12 mins
In this episode, the discussion opens with an introduction by Steve Hamoen, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The focus then shifts to changes in mortgage payments and advice on renewals, examining their broader implications for the housing market. The conversation highlights recent developments and a broker focus at WealthONE in the alt-A lending sector. The impact of Ontario's Bill 17 on development is explore...
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July 21, 2025 • 12 mins
In this episode, the conversation begins with an introduction to the podcast, followed by a sponsor message from Real Approved Inc. The focus then shifts to financial help available for Canadian homebuyers and effective retirement strategies. The discussion addresses the challenge of managing rising mortgage rates and concerns about fraud. Regional housing market trends are explored, alongside the challenges posed by mortgage renew...
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