By Rentsync
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The housing market in Canada has done some very surprising things since 2020 and today on the Sync or Swim Podcast, Tom Storey joins us to share his thoughts on the market and tell us all about his podcast, the Tom Storey Show. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about Tom’s career, why he decided to start the Tom Storey Show, how condo prices have changed pre-COVID, why the rise in purpose-built rentals is only going to continue, and so much more! Tom stresses the importance of being educated on the rent-control date and what it means for landlords before telling us that renting in the short term may be more beneficial than buying. He even shares some advice for first time property buyers, discusses what you should look for when buying a property, and discusses his opinions on the housing supply issue. Lastly, we explore how secondary markets are going to affect the housing market. You don’t want to miss this conversation, so be sure to press play now!
Key Points From This Episode: • Introducing today’s guest, Tom Storey. • Tom tells us about his career and what inspired him to start his real estate podcast. • The surprising change in condo prices and the kind of stock that’s moving now. • Why Tom believes we will see a rise in the building of purpose-built rentals. • The importance of understanding what the rent-control date means. • What Tom is seeing in terms of new supply coming into the housing market. • Why our guest believes that renting for the next two years is the best option. • How buyers are making some money back by renting out part of their properties. • Tom shares some advice for first-time rental property buyers just starting out. • Seasonal changes in the market and what to look out for when buying property. • How secondary markets are going to affect housing markets in the future. • Tom shares his opinions on the housing supply issues in Canada right now.
Canada’s rental crisis is often oversimplified as a mere supply and demand issue. However, for today’s guest, Weiting Bollu, it became deeply personal after losing over $35,000 to delinquent tenants and navigating Ontario’s complex rental compliance laws. Her experiences led her to recognize the critical need for a transparent and cohesive rental ecosystem that rewards responsible behavior, essential for building a fair and sustainable rental market. Drawing on her extensive background in software product management across various sectors including education, telecommunications, insurance, and AI, Weiting co-founded Openroom with her husband, Vishal. This innovative crowdsourcing platform empowers tenants and landlords by providing access to crucial tenancy court orders and enhancing transparency in the Canadian rental market. In this episode, Weiting discusses the importance of treating rental properties as compliant businesses and tenants as valued customers. She also offers practical advice for new landlords and sheds light on the significant challenges posed by rent nonpayment. Tuning in, you’ll gain valuable insights into creating a fair rental environment, practical tips for landlords, and a deeper understanding of how Openroom is driving positive change in the rental market. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of the rental landscape today!
Key Points From This Episode: • The tenancy dispute that Openroom was created to solve and what it offers today. • Reasons that transparency and cohesion in the rental ecosystem are so important. • Insight into Weiting’s entrepreneurial journey with her husband, Vishal. • Why landlords should treat renting property as a business and tenants as customers. • Education-focused advice for new landlords to help them overcome typical challenges. • Stats from the LTB to illustrate the trouble landlords face with nonpayment of rent. • How the law works to protect both landlords and tenants equally. • Factors that contribute to unpaid rent and the repercussions that follow. • Ways that Openroom is working to change the rental ecosystem for the better. • How Weiting hopes to be a role model for other minority women in tech. • Why Openroom maintains its grassroots focus, even as the company scales. • Training programs, subscriptions, and more: Openroom’s approach to monetization. • Weiting’s take on rental increase caps and rent control more generally.
Ever questioned the validity of the hot takes on Canada’s rental market? Then be sure to join us on this episode of the Sync or Swim podcast, as we dive into an open conversation and unpack the truths and myths of the rental market’s hottest takes. We are excited to have two incredible guests on the show, Max Steinman, the CEO at Rentsync & Rentals.ca, and Jenna Chick, the Director of Leasing at Fitzrovia. Together, we break down several hot takes prevalent in the Canadian rental market, including renting as a simple waste of money, Canada’s perceived low vacancy rates, arbitrary rent prices and the ability for landlords to make a fair return, rent control as a solution to housing affordability, and more! Thanks for listening, enjoy.
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Quebec is a unique area in Canada with distinct differences in culture that set it apart from other regions. Naturally, the rental market reflects these differences. Today on the Sync or Swim podcast, we are joined by Rentsync’s very own Quebec rental expert, Hudson Bytautas to take a deep dive into the Quebec rental market. Tuning in, you’ll hear about Hudson’s career journey, some surprising facts and trends in the Quebec rental market, how region-specific trends impact the market, key differences between the rental market in Quebec and other regions, and so much more! We delve into how the lower cost of living in Quebec impacts the culture before discussing the student population that needs to be catered to. We even talk about what other areas of Canada can learn from Quebec’s rental market. Finally, Hudson shares his predictions for this unique area’s future and shares advice for first-timers looking to rent property in Quebec. Thanks for listening in!
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Rentals.ca and Raising the Roof have announced an exciting new partnership! So today, we are thrilled to be joined by the Director of Housing Development at Raising the Roof, Adrian Dingle. We begin our conversation by learning about Raising the Roof: its origin story and history, what the company does, and why its new venture with Rentals.ca is a match made in heaven. Then, we discuss the standout achievements that gave Raising the Roof its stellar reputation, how it garners support from various branches of government, what a day in Adrian’s work life looks like, and what he looks for in an ideal development partner. To end, Adrian details the challenges of his work and what other industry leaders could do to alleviate these pain points, and discover how to get involved with Raising the Roof and other initiatives that are aimed at curbing Canada’s housing crisis.
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Technology is becoming a vital aspect of the rental space as, for one, it provides the opportunity for accurate property visualizations before they’ve been built; without having to view the actual building. As a leading PropTech company that develops and deploys innovative tech solutions for properties and residents, Gryd is one of the reasons that many landlords and renters are willing to embrace this new digital era. Today we are joined by the Vice President of Sales at Gryd, Josh Donen, who explains what his company is all about and what his role in it entails. We learn about Gryd’s impressive technologies, how it works, and why the industry is clamouring to embrace it. Then, we look back at the pandemic as we discuss how the market reacted to it, how COVID swayed Gryd’s new innovations, and how the pandemic inadvertently set new trends for the rental industry. We also discuss what a boost in rental supply may mean for the industry moving forward, why multi-market conferences matter, and the exciting work that Gryd has planned for the near future.
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In our rapidly evolving world, prospecting tenants expect more than just a place to live or work. They seek vibrant, all-encompassing communities that offer convenience, choice, and a sense of belonging. On this episode of Sync or Swim, we are joined by Dimitri Kritikos, Director of Property Management at Rhapsody, who offers us a unique perspective on the promise of mixed-use developments and how they satisfy the needs of today’s discerning residents. Listening in, you’ll gain insight into Toronto’s exciting new master-planned community, The Well, which is one of the most ambitious mixed-used projects of its kind in Canada. You’ll also learn about the benefits of the geothermal well the development takes its name from, the various amenities that residents will be able to take advantage of, and how The Well not only offers an incredible place to live but is even changing the stigma of renting. For a sneak peek into the future of purpose-built rentals, tune in today!
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Rentsync's Director of Sales and Business Development Matt Livingstone joins us in conversation today to explore recent innovations in Multifamily Marketing, why they are necessary, and what we might expect from the future. To kick off our conversation, we discuss the current climate in multifamily investment, the emergent needs and how they could be fulfilled. Exploring use cases and the development of the Floor Plan Navigator, we speak to increasing sophistication in condo development and the role and integration of interactive tools in the Canadian and US market. We touch on future plans for FPN based on the various ways in which it is currently being adopted, why there are so many possibilities arising from the advent of this tool, and potential benefits for corporate contexts, landlords, and renters. Join us today to hear all this and more!
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Housing affordability in Canada is a major concern for anyone hoping to purchase a home amid the current climate of increasing prices. For the same amount as a two-bedroom property in Toronto, prospective home buyers could purchase lake-facing castles in Europe or even entire private islands, according to content creator Millennial Moron, who has noted these absurdities in a series of viral videos. In today’s episode of Sync or Swim, the Millennial Moron himself joins us to share his humorous yet insightful take on the Canadian real estate market, the housing bubble we find ourselves in, the need for more purpose-built rentals, and the impact that rising interest rates are having on mortgages, plus so much more! This conversation not only offers a well-informed perspective and valuable insights, but it also injects some much-needed humour into what many might consider a dire situation. For the Millennial Moron’s guide to Canadian real estate in 20204 and beyond, be sure to tune in today!
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Housing is a hot topic in Canadian mainstream media and we couldn’t be more grateful, because even though steps are being taken to improve the state of housing in the country, there is still much work to be done. Joining us today to speak about Canada’s rental landscape is a journalist with her finger on the pulse – Toronto Star’s Business Reporter, Clarrie Feinstein. After explaining what drew her to journalism and business reporting and real estate, Clarrie walks us through the current trends of the housing market, why many buyers are tentative and overwhelmed, what the HST removal could mean for developers and new developments, and how the housing crisis has negatively affected the general mood of Canadians. Then, we take a closer look at how the mass exodus from big cities is shaping smaller neighbouring towns, how housing costs influence Canada’s international reputation, the ins and outs of short-term rentals, and our guest’s vision for the future of the Canadian housing market.
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