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Episode 98: Matt and Taylor are joined by Jeff Houghton. Jeff is the Co-Founder of H&H Custom Homes & Okanagan Infill, from Kelowna, BC. Jeff has his Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) and his Real Estate Trading Services License, so he is well-versed in all things business and real estate related. Since 2008, the award-winning H&H Custom Homes has designed and built over 100 luxury homes throughout the Okanagan Valley. In 2019, they decided to expanded into the multifamily division, and Okanagan Infill was born under the H&H banner. Jeff's goal is to grow even more throughout the Okanagan by continuing to provide high quality homes and top-notch service.

Jeff is here to discuss:
→ The importance of his accounting background in his businesses and the evolution of his role, the types of projects taken on by H&H Homes & Okanagan Infill, and finding success by diversifying projects and market adaptability.
→ The realities of building at Big White, the cost & timeline when subdividing property,…

🤕 Who AirBnB Legislation Actually Hurts 🤕

"A slap in the face to a lot of us."

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Episode 43: Matt and Taylor are joined by AJ Hazzi. AJ is the Founder and Associate Broker of Vantage West Realty Inc. from Kelowna, BC, the #1 recommended Kelowna real estate agency by Shark Tank investor and industry mogul, Barbara Corcoran, with a brokerage model that many hail as the future of real estate.

AJ is here to discuss:
→ How he started his career and founded Vantage.
→ His personal and business mindsets and how he sets goals.
→ And his plans for the expansion of Vantage.

Vantage West Website: https://www.vantagewestrealty.com
AJ Hazzi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vwacademy/
AJ Hazzi's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajhazzi/
AJ Hazzi's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AjHazzi
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🗯️ How to Handle 16,000 Negative Comments 🗯️

"People do not like AirBnB apparently, and they did not like my company, or myself."

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Episode 44: Matt and Taylor are joined by Michael Thompson. Michael is the Business Development and a Co-Founder of Duval Property Management from Kelowna, BC, a dynamic full-service property management company specializing in both short-term and long-term rentals, with a primary focus on Big White Ski Resort and it's vacation rental market.

Michael is here to discuss:
→ The current Big White market for both locals and investors.
→ The master plan for Big White and where it wants to grow.
→ And how Big White is trying to up it's amenities game to be a year-round destination.

Duval Property Management Website: https://www.duvalpm.com
View the Big White Master Plan Interactive Model here: https://xdata.maps.arcgis.com/apps/Styler/index.html?appid=db312421f4fa4c34ad97b97a5ef28730
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🫣 There is No Way to Not Pay Taxes 🫣

"Those that are not paying tax, they are doing something illegal."

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The Evolution of the Goodman Report 📬

"I remember I got 1000 emails, and then I had to send them."

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Episode 97: Matt and Taylor are joined by Mark Goodman. Mark is the Principal Broker at Goodman Commercial Inc. from Vancouver, BC, who also hosts the "Goodman Report Podcast", and is one of the most influential real estate leaders in the province. With over $4 billion in sales of apartment buildings, investment properties, and development sites across more than 600 transactions, Mark has built a distinguished career and is one of Canada’s leading commercial real estate brokers.

Goodman Commercial Inc. was started by David Goodman, Mark's father, who sold his first property in 1972. For over 50 years, the powerhouse Goodman name has been synonymous with expertise on multi-family apartment sales and development sites, and today is one of Metro Vancouver’s top commercial real-estate firms. With over $7 billion in team sales volume and over 2000 transactions, Mark's forward-thinking strategies have kept his firm ahead of the industry curv…

The Perfect Storm: Multi-Family Market Losses ⛈️

"We're talking about a 7.5 million dollar loss since 2017."

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Episode 97: Matt and Taylor are joined by Mark Goodman. Mark is the Principal Broker at Goodman Commercial Inc. from Vancouver, BC, who also hosts the "Goodman Report Podcast", and is one of the most influential real estate leaders in the province. With over $4 billion in sales of apartment buildings, investment properties, and development sites across more than 600 transactions, Mark has built a distinguished career and is one of Canada’s leading commercial real estate brokers.

Goodman Commercial Inc. was started by David Goodman, Mark's father, who sold his first property in 1972. For over 50 years, the powerhouse Goodman name has been synonymous with expertise on multi-family apartment sales and development sites, and today is one of Metro Vancouver’s top commercial real-estate firms. With over $7 billion in team sales volume and over 2000 transactions, Mark's forward-thinking strategies have kept his firm ahead of the industry curve, continually leveraging new methods and technol…

1031 Exchange in Canada Would Revolutionize Real Estate 🏗️

"We can't penalize people for continually risking their capital and trying to make a profit."

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💸 The Myth of Home Appraisers 💸

"A bank appraiser, that will be low."

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Episode 45: Matt and Taylor are joined by Karl Miller and Scott Brown. Karl is the Co-Founder & CEO of Meridian Development Corp from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, and Scott is the CD/PPEO of EPIC Real Estate Solutions and Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing Ltd from Vancouver, BC. Karl and Scott have partnered for Kelowna's Eminence at Knox Mountain project, which blends tranquillity with urban convenience.

Karl & Scott are here to discuss:
→ The Eminence at Knox Mountain project and what makes it unique.
→ How the cost of development has increased.
→ And why virtue signalling can actually be costly to consumers.

This episode is dedicated to Karl and the Miller family.

Eminence at Knox Mountain Website: https://www.eminenceliving.ca

Meridian Development Corp Website: https://www.meridiandevelopment.ca
Meridian Development Corp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meridian-development-corp/
Meridian Development Corp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meridiandevelopment
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🚧 The Hurdles of Small Business Owners 🚧

"Anything like this makes it hard to be a small business owner."

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Episode 46: Matt and Taylor are joined by Graeme MaGee. Graeme does Commercial and Residential Sales and Property Management, specializing in Commercial Real Estate, Leasing and Sales with Century 21 from Vernon, BC, and has been servicing Vernon and the surrounding area for 17 years, managing thousands of residential and commercial properties along the way.

Graeme is here to discuss:
→ The Vernon and area real estate market.
→ Commercial leasing and sales.
→ And why you should look at Vernon for your next investing opportunity.

Graeme MaGee's Email: graeme.magee@century21.ca
Graeme MaGee's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gmagee.realestate/
Graeme MaGee's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graeme-magee-45613148/
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🔑 The Key to Entrepreneurial Success 🔑

"It's not revolutionary what I'm about to say."

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How Uncertainty is Impacting the Market 🙉

"That discount that clients were getting is starting to shrink."

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Episode 96: Matt and Taylor are joined by Troy Froese. Troy is the Co-Owner of Froese & Co. Building and Design Inc. from Kelowna, BC, a full-service residential construction company operating throughout the Okanagan. With extensive experience delivering high-end custom homes and complex renovations, Troy brings a collaborative, detail-driven approach to every project. Known for their commitment to craftsmanship and strong client relationships, Froese & Co. manages their projects from concept to completion—offering a seamless, transparent, and quality-focused construction experience.

Troy is here to discuss:
→ The best things to do when building or renovating a home, the benefits of a cost-plus pricing model, and having the right team in place.
→ The worst things to do when building or renovating a home, underestimating costs or timelines, and not planning for future maintenance or upgrades.
→ Investing in quality, and the possible ram…

Renovating a Home? Don't Rush This Step! 🪚

"It has been honestly a learning experience for me."

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Tariffs: An Opportunity for Canadian Innovation 💡

"You almost need these high-pressure situations to find a better alternative solution."

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