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Can Toronto Deliver on Its Housing Commitments?
In this episode of Ready to Real Estate, host Jason Mercer discusses the current state of housing policy in Toronto with experts Alex Beheshti and Greg Ewens. They explore federal initiatives aimed at…
- Can Toronto Deliver on Its Housing Commitments?
In this episode of Ready to Real Estate, host Jason Mercer discusses the current state of housing policy in Toronto… Read more: Can Toronto Deliver on Its Housing Commitments? - How Toronto’s Chief Planner is Tackling the Housing CrisisHow are cities like Toronto responding to pressure to build more housing and diversify housing types? In this episode of… Read more: How Toronto’s Chief Planner is Tackling the Housing Crisis
- The Power of Mindful LeadershipToday’s workplaces face unprecedented levels of stress and burnout. Leaders who are focused and emotionally aware are better equipped to… Read more: The Power of Mindful Leadership
- Behind the Scenes: A Conversation with Steve PaikinOn the latest episode of TRREB’s Ready to Real Estate Podcast, TRREB CEO John DiMichele sits down with Steve Paikin, journalist and… Read more: Behind the Scenes: A Conversation with Steve Paikin
- Blueprint for Success: Leveling Up Your Real Estate BusinessWhether you’re a new agent building your foundation or a seasoned professional looking to grow your business, creating a business… Read more: Blueprint for Success: Leveling Up Your Real Estate Business
- Affordability, Accessibility, and Cross Border Trade: Building a Stronger TorontoGiles Gherson, President and CEO of Toronto Region Board of Trade, joins Jason Mercer, TRREB’s Chief Information Officer and podcast host on TRREB’s Ready to… Read more: Affordability, Accessibility, and Cross Border Trade: Building a Stronger Toronto
- First Impressions Matter: How Home Staging Sells Faster & Yields Higher OffersHome staging is more than decorating—it’s a strategic marketing tool that helps REALTORS® attract buyers, sell homes faster, and maximize… Read more: First Impressions Matter: How Home Staging Sells Faster & Yields Higher Offers
- Impact of 2025 Provincial and Federal Elections on Toronto’s Housing Progress | Ready to Real EstateOn this bonus episode of the Ready to Real Estate podcast, we’re bringing you an insightful panel discussion on how the federal… Read more: Impact of 2025 Provincial and Federal Elections on Toronto’s Housing Progress | Ready to Real Estate
- 2025 Housing Market Predictions: Expert Insights for REALTORS®TRREB’s 2025 Market Outlook and Year in Review is your go-to resource for understanding what’s next for the housing market.… Read more: 2025 Housing Market Predictions: Expert Insights for REALTORS®
- Florida Real Estate Uncovered: Insights on Growth and ChallengesFlorida is a popular destination for Canadian snowbirds and vacationers. More than 4 million people travel to the Sunshine State… Read more: Florida Real Estate Uncovered: Insights on Growth and Challenges
- From Policy to Possibility: How Mortgage Reforms are Making Homeownership AttainableHousing supply and unaffordability continue to impact the real estate industry across Canada. Home buyers need to see mortgage changes… Read more: From Policy to Possibility: How Mortgage Reforms are Making Homeownership Attainable
- Unpacking Provincial Housing CommitmentsOntario continues to face a housing supply shortage along with affordability concerns. To tap into expert opinions on this critical… Read more: Unpacking Provincial Housing Commitments
- Million Dollar Open House: Transforming Your Real Estate CareerOpen houses are an effective way to showcase a client’s property to potential buyers. REALTORS® should treat an open house… Read more: Million Dollar Open House: Transforming Your Real Estate Career
- The AI Empowered REALTOR®Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly evolving and changing the way we conduct our day-to-day activities. Sean Provencher, Founder and CEO… Read more: The AI Empowered REALTOR®
- Lessons in Leadership and Resilience with Monty MoranDo you ever wonder what it takes to be successful and build a healthy team culture? Discover a unique leadership… Read more: Lessons in Leadership and Resilience with Monty Moran
- Timeless Tactics: Martha Stewart’s Guide for REALTORS®Gaining long-term success in business, building healthy and strong relationships with clients, and balancing your personal and professional life at… Read more: Timeless Tactics: Martha Stewart’s Guide for REALTORS®
- Approaching One Year as Mayor: Olivia ChowMayor Olivia Chow is officially marking 365 days as the City of Toronto Mayor. In our latest Ready to Real Estate podcast… Read more: Approaching One Year as Mayor: Olivia Chow
- Dos and Don’ts for Buying and Selling CottagesIt’s that time of year when cottage owners start thinking about selling, and REALTORS® may have a client who is… Read more: Dos and Don’ts for Buying and Selling Cottages
- Navigating Tenanted Properties as a REALTOR®As a REALTOR®, it’s important understand how to navigate tenanted properties in a growing population and the current high interest… Read more: Navigating Tenanted Properties as a REALTOR®
- What’s Next for New and Resale Homes?The traditionally busy spring season and lower interest rates are two factors that may drive up activity in the housing… Read more: What’s Next for New and Resale Homes?
- The REALTORS® Who Will Thrive in a ChatGPT FutureAI can interpret, forecast, and execute certain tasks much faster than a human can. For instance, it might forecast the… Read more: The REALTORS® Who Will Thrive in a ChatGPT Future
- Why Every REALTOR® Should Consider PodcastingPodcasts have been growing in popularity for about 15 years, and social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic got even more… Read more: Why Every REALTOR® Should Consider Podcasting
- The Body Language that Builds Trust or Exposes LiesIf you’re a REALTOR®, you know that showing empathy is critical to building a trusting relationship with clients or potential… Read more: The Body Language that Builds Trust or Exposes Lies
- What’s in Store for TRESA Phase 2?Phase two of the Trust in Real Estate Services Act is coming into force on Friday, December 1, 2023. Are… Read more: What’s in Store for TRESA Phase 2?
- How “Brand Hysteria” Built Johnny CupcakesREALTORS® looking to make their mark with a unique, personal, and fun approach to marketing can draw inspiration from the self-titled… Read more: How “Brand Hysteria” Built Johnny Cupcakes
- Post Mayoral Election: Building the GTA’s Next ChapterEarlier this year, Olivia Chow was elected as the 66th mayor of Toronto. During the second installment in our series… Read more: Post Mayoral Election: Building the GTA’s Next Chapter
- Break Free from Negative Thinking to Live Your Best LifeStress and negative thoughts lead to self-doubt. They hold people back from living their best lives. Change is possible and… Read more: Break Free from Negative Thinking to Live Your Best Life
- Boost Your Brand Online, Get More LeadsFor REALTORS® wanting to build a new brand online or boost the brand they have, where should you start? Is… Read more: Boost Your Brand Online, Get More Leads
- Which Work Cultures Beat Burnout?We’re emerging from the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Even so, pandemic-thinking continues to guide the leaders of many organizations,… Read more: Which Work Cultures Beat Burnout?
- The Power of a Diverse and Inclusive WorkplaceOrganizations with diverse and inclusive cultures can attract, hire, and retain the best talent. So why do people from racialized… Read more: The Power of a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
- Toronto By-Election 2023: Roundtable on Housing AffordabilityOn June 26, Toronto is holding a by-election to elect its new mayor. Over half of Torontonians polled recently by… Read more: Toronto By-Election 2023: Roundtable on Housing Affordability
- Sealing the Deal on Pre-Construction PurchasesHow does buying a pre-construction property, be it a condo or single-family home, differ from buying a home on the… Read more: Sealing the Deal on Pre-Construction Purchases
- Buying and Selling Tenanted Properties, the Legal WayHow can buyers, sellers, and real estate agents stay on the right side of the law when dealing with tenanted… Read more: Buying and Selling Tenanted Properties, the Legal Way
- Housing Newcomers: Where Will Record-Levels of New Immigrants Live?Over the next three years, the federal government plans to welcome around 500,000 new immigrants per year to Canada. A… Read more: Housing Newcomers: Where Will Record-Levels of New Immigrants Live?
- Demand for Home Ownership Rising: Market Trends to Watch in 2023An uncertain economic outlook, high inflation, and rising interest rates challenged home buyers, sellers, and owners in 2022. How did… Read more: Demand for Home Ownership Rising: Market Trends to Watch in 2023
- Lights, Camera, Action: YouTube for REALTORS®Potential homebuyers often turn to social media and YouTube to do research, where they can find a wealth of helpful… Read more: Lights, Camera, Action: YouTube for REALTORS®
- Expanding Housing Options for Residents New and OldAfter a brief downturn due to COVID-19, immigration is back to normal in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), with the… Read more: Expanding Housing Options for Residents New and Old
- Ontario Election: Housing Platforms Explained by Liberal Lisa Patel and Green Abhijeet ManayThe province’s June 2 election day is just around the corner, and with housing being top of mind for many… Read more: Ontario Election: Housing Platforms Explained by Liberal Lisa Patel and Green Abhijeet Manay
- Mortgage Rates: Present and FutureIn an attempt to curb rising inflation, the Bank of Canada has been hiking its policy interest rate – with the… Read more: Mortgage Rates: Present and Future
- Four Things You May Not Know About Home Renos in 2022Before the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns struck in March 2020, spending on home renovations in Ontario was already outpacing the rest… Read more: Four Things You May Not Know About Home Renos in 2022
- Climate Change Means Changes in Real EstateThe impacts of climate change are undeniable, and growing year after year. Since the 1950s, disaster loss insurance claims have… Read more: Climate Change Means Changes in Real Estate
- Law, Order, and Real EstateREALTORS® have an obligation to act in their clients’ best interests, whether they’re buying their first or dream home, or… Read more: Law, Order, and Real Estate
- The 2022 Rental Market OutlookBuying and selling real estate has garnered a lot of media attention, especially with rising home prices both before and… Read more: The 2022 Rental Market Outlook
- The “New Normal” of the Post-Pandemic WorkplaceThe COVID-19 pandemic caused a fundamental shift in work in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), with a huge impact on… Read more: The “New Normal” of the Post-Pandemic Workplace
- Keeping up with the Consumers: Early 2022 Ipsos PollingIt’s an anxiety-inducing time for many Ontarians in these first couple of months of 2022. A continued pandemic, rising inflation,… Read more: Keeping up with the Consumers: Early 2022 Ipsos Polling
- New Year, New HomesLack of available housing supply continues to be the major challenge for affordability in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), whether… Read more: New Year, New Homes
- “The Holy Grail”: A Report on Supply and Housing AffordabilityWhat makes Canadian cities like Toronto and Vancouver so expensive to live in? Analysts and pundits point to issues such… Read more: “The Holy Grail”: A Report on Supply and Housing Affordability