Forget 2008. Real estate research analyst Wendy Waters sits down with Adam & Matt to argue that today's Vancouver real estate market has far more in common with the late 1990s, a long, quiet stretch where prices barely moved, governments rebalanced their books, and global uncertainty hung over every decision. From flight-to-quality buyers to the wave of young Canadians still living at home, the conversation reframes what listeners should actually expect from the next several years. Is the era of housing as a wealth generator finally winding down? Why does this downturn refuse to follow the usual cycle playbook? And could this slump actually be setting up something healthier on the other side? Don't miss this one.

After five straight credit downgrades and a record deficit, BC is at a turning point. David Williams, VP of Policy at the Business Council of British Columbia, sits down with Adam & Matt to unpack how the province went from fiscal powerhouse to cautionary tale in just half a decade. From the end of four mega projects to a ballooning public sector and outmigration not seen since the 1990s, the conversation cuts to the heart of what's really happening behind the numbers. Are tax hikes and public sector layoffs now inevitable? Why is Canada projected to be the slowest growing economy in the OECD for a generation? And what does the mortgage squeeze mean for Vancouver real estate? Don't miss this one!

Three province-purchased SROs, a 39-day FIFA pedestrian takeover, and a long-promised revival have put Granville Street at the centre of the fight for downtown Vancouver's future. Jane Talbot, President and CEO of Downtown Van, sits down with Adam & Matt to unpack where the Granville Plan stands, why this summer could be a turning point for the entire 90-block core, and how the entertainment district's struggles ripple through every corner of the city. Will the three SROs finally be relocated? Can FIFA revive Granville Street for good? And what should Vancouverites expect when Georgia to Davie closes to cars next month for the FIFA? Don't miss this one!

Some Vancouver neighbourhoods are filling up with the next generation, while others are aging in place. Markus Moos, professor at the University of Waterloo's School of Planning, sits down with Adam & Matt to unpack what's driving the divergence, from the rise of 'forever young' districts to the knowledge economy concentrating at the centre and families getting priced out to the edges. Why do certain pockets surge with younger buyers and renters as comparable streets stagnate? Why is Canada still defaulting to 'tall and sprawl' while the rest of the world embraced missing middle long ago? And is the urban core quietly segregating Canadians by generation without anyone noticing? Don't miss this one!

Something feels off about Canada's economy, even if the headlines won't say it. Moody's Analytics economist Brendan LaCerda sits down with Adam & Matt to cut through the noise and explain why the country is stuck in a state of economic limbo, with growth grinding to a halt while businesses freeze in place. From the looming USMCA renegotiation to the surprising downside of high oil prices, Brendan offers an outsider's data-driven perspective on where Canada is really headed and what it means for Vancouver real estate. Why is a US economist so concerned about what's happening up north? Could AI quietly reshape the Canadian economy faster than anyone expects? And is Vancouver's next housing boom realistically off the table? Don't miss this essential check-in on the Canadian economy.

Vancouver is quietly being redrawn, and most people haven't noticed yet. The City of Vancouver's General Manager of Planning and Urban Design, Josh White, sits down with Adam & Matt this week to unveil what the next version of this city will actually look like. From the new Official Development Plan, the Broadway Plan's slow rollout & the Villages program reshaping neighbourhoods to revamping the PNE, Jericho & Northeast False Creek, Vancouver is set to transform. Where will the next wave of growth actually land? Which neighbourhoods are about to change the most? And what does a bigger, denser Vancouver mean for the people who live here? Don't miss this one with the man in charge!

Has Vancouver real estate finally found its floor or are more declines still ahead? RBC's Assistant Chief Economist Robert Hogue sits down with Adam & Matt this week to break down the latest data from across Canada and zero in on what's really driving the sluggish Vancouver market. From the widening gap between major cities to mortgage renewal stress and a looming supply crunch, this conversation cuts through the noise with clear-eyed analysis. How close is Vancouver actually to turning the corner? Is the Bank of Canada really done cutting rates this cycle? And what does Robert see for the market heading into 2027 and beyond? Don't miss this one!

*Disclaimer: This episode was originally recorded and aired June 2020*

The City of Vancouver is a notoriously difficult place to build homes, with crippling debates occurring at any attempt to add housing. So, it may surprise you to hear that ground is being broken soon for 11 towers - with the tallest being 57 stories! – at the base of the west side of the Burrard Bridge. Wait…in Vancouver? Not exactly. Squamish Nation Councillor and Spokesperson Khelsilem sits down with Adam and Matt to detail the Sen̓áḵw Development, a Squamish Nation/Westbank master planned community that will redefine the Vancouver skyline. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about development & jurisdiction, density & forward-thinking design as well as reconciliation & the rise of a new development company with far reaching goals. Not to be missed! 

March is behind us and the alarming Vancouver real estate headlines are making the rounds again. Prices are falling, inventory is at record highs & sales volumes have plummeted. And every single one of these headlines is true. But are they entirely accurate? Adam & Matt sit down this week to unpack the top 5 narratives shaping how buyers are approaching Vancouver real estate, digging past the screaming headlines to tell a very different story of this spring market. What is the data actually saying beneath the headline price and inventory numbers? Should buyers be worried that sales volumes are more than 30% below the 10-year average? And with uncertainty dominating the news cycle, is that actually what's driving buyer behaviour in Vancouver? Don't miss this one.

A war in the Middle East is fueling inflation, rattling bond markets, and pushing fixed rates higher at a pace few saw coming. Kyle Green, founder of Green Mortgage Team and one of Canada's top brokers, sits down with Adam & Matt to break down what rising rates and a weakening Canadian job market mean for borrowers, why some homeowners should consider breaking their mortgage early before rates climb further, and whether Vancouver real estate can weather the storm. Are Vancouver homeowners already behind the curve on their mortgage strategy? With inflation rising and jobs softening, which way does the Bank of Canada turn? And in a market full of uncertainty, what does the smartest move look like for Vancouver homeowners, investors, and buyers right now? A timely conversation.