I Love Edmonton Real Estate

In this episode we're welcoming Catherine Haub, a realtor with YEG Property Pros. During the episode, Catherine emphasizes how really listening to her clients has helped her create a more curated approach for each person's needs. She also shares her tips for buying a home suitable to your lifestyle and how to make smart buying... Continue reading →

On this episode we're joined by Stanley Gallant, a real estate agent at Royal LePage Noralta Real Estate. Stanley initially pursued a career in music, but eventually decided to join his father in real estate. While these two industries appear to be worlds apart, they are similar in their connection-based foundation; the people who succeed... Continue reading →

In this episode, veteran realtor Jill Jordan from RE/MAX joins the discussion to decode Edmonton’s real estate market, sharing insights from her 20-year journey. She explains her career shift, the gender dynamics of the industry, and the emotional aspects of real estate. Jill provides strategies for navigating competitive offers, setting realistic expectations for home maintenance,... Continue reading →

Today we're alongside Ross Osioway, a real estate expert from EXP Realty, shares his journey from wholesale electronics to the Edmonton real estate market. The discussion covers market dynamics, challenges faced during COVID-19 with the effects still being felt today, and the intricacies of property transactions such as the importance of realistic timelines. Ross also... Continue reading →

We're joined by Mike Grue from Century 21 Masters in St. Albert on today's show. He recounts his transition to real estate, inspired by the desire for a family-oriented career and guided by Simon Sinek’s book “Find Your Why.” The discussion delves into the emotional aspects of property transactions, the importance of relationships in the... Continue reading →

Nathan Lorenz with Real Broker joins us for this episode to examine the resilient Edmonton real estate market. Transitioning from computer science to real estate, Nathan provides insights on market trends, rent-to-own deals, and the impact of social media on real estate. We also hear about the importance of a realtor’s expertise in various market... Continue reading →

We're welcoming Michael and Cole Grekul from MaxWell Progressive in today's episode. The father-son duo will bring us through topics such as renting versus buying, the challenges faced by new realtors during the pandemic, and strategies for both buyers and sellers in the current market. They also emphasize the importance of preparation and financial prudence... Continue reading →

Today we're welcoming Steve Kurylo and Mark Berry from Magnum Mortgage to talk about the future of the Edmonton real estate market. We'll get into the role of private lending in real estate, migration trends, inflation, rising interest rates, and the possible solutions offered by private lending.   [0:02:20] Why Steve believes owning multiple rental... Continue reading →

Joining us today is Graham Barr, a lawyer with Barr LLP in Edmonton. Today we're going to be talking all about the law as it relates to real estate transactions. [0:30] Tell me what your firm does when it comes to real estate transactions. Since 2015, we decided to focus on real estate. Our hearts... Continue reading →

This is the fourth in our mortgage myths series. Elissa Fesyk is asking Jason about the myths surrounding banks and brokers. If you have been with a bank for a long time and have a great relationship with them, do you need a broker? It depends. From Jason's perspective, a client should benefit from expanded... Continue reading →

Joining us today is Lauren Hunt with The Foundry Real Estate Company. We're going to hear from her about why real estate should be fun for everyone. [0:25] It's been a hot start to 2022 for real estate. What have you been seeing? There are not enough houses and too many people trying to buy... Continue reading →

Elissa Fesyk is back to test Jason in our third episode of the mortgage myths series. This time, the myth is that the mortgage broker is on the lenders side. From Jason's perspective, he's in it for the clients, not the lender. His job is to save you money and guide you through the process.... Continue reading →

Our guest today is Shaun Cunningham, a realtor with the central branch of RE/MAX in Edmonton. Shaun is here to discuss the current market issues and how he initially got into real estate. [0:18] What got you into real estate? I was in the auto industry for 12 years and just transitioned from cars to... Continue reading →

Welcome to the second episode in our mortgage myths series. Elissa Fesyk once again quizzes Jason Scott, and this time the subject is how mortgage brokers make a living doing what they do. When Jason gets paid, 99% of the time it is by the lender, not the client. Why do lenders want to work... Continue reading →

Today's episode is the first in a short series about busting mortgage myths. Jason is joined by Alyssa Fessick who is turning the tables and asking the questions to Jason. Who needs a mortgage broker? Is it just people with bad credit that could benefit from a broker's expertise? Jason says no. Historically, it was... Continue reading →

Our guest today is Michael Leoppky with Maxwell Devonshire Realty. He is joining us to discuss what you need to know about buying a brand-new home versus buying resale. [0:20] Tell me about yourself. I became a licensed agent a little over 2 years ago. Before that, I worked in the new home building world... Continue reading →

This interview is for informational purposes only and listeners should check the specific wording of the coverages in their title insurance policy. Our guest today is Erin Crocker B.A., LL.B, M.B.A. Erin is a lawyer and business development manager with Stewart Title. She joins us to discuss what title insurance is and how it can... Continue reading →

Our guests today are Edward Kim and Imran Thaver from Genworth Canada. Genworth provides mortgage default insurance to Canadian residential mortgage lenders. They join us to discuss the impacts of COVID-19 and policy changes on their business. [0:30] What do you do at Genworth? We help Canadians purchase their primary residence with less than 20%... Continue reading →

Our guest today is Elena Russell, BSc, PFP, FMA. Elena is a Business Development Manager with Home Equity Bank in the Edmonton South Region. She is here to talk about Reverse Mortgages and the misconceptions people have about them. [0:20] What is a Reverse Mortgage? In Canada, a Reverse Mortgage is first charge and you... Continue reading →

Our guest today is Ross Storeshenko, one of the partners from Edmonton House Hunters who are with RE/MAX Select. Ross is here to talk about the effect the Covid-19 pandemic is having on his business and real estate as a whole. [0:39] What impact has the outbreak and lockdown had on your business? Sales are... Continue reading →

Our guests today from RE/MAX Elite are Kelly Dann and Craig Pilgrim. They’re here to talk about the issue of radon gas, which has existed in Alberta for a long time but doesn’t get talked about as extensively as it should. [0:45] Can you explain what the concern is about? It generally doesn’t pose a... Continue reading →

Josh Cudmore from Initia Real Estate is our guest in this episode. He was in the new home warranty business for about ten years after which he started doing his own real estate deals, naturally leading him to become a real estate agent. Josh fills us in on what he’s currently seeing in the Edmonton... Continue reading →

Kevin Korte, owner of Edmonton-based Butler Plumbing, is our guest in this episode. Progressing through his plumbing apprenticeship, Kevin was a journeyman for three years before deciding to start his own business. Now 15 years in business, he shares some worthwhile plumbing and heating tips! [1:27] What are some common issues you get called for... Continue reading →

Jill Jordan and David Quaschnick of RE/MAX Real Estate Edmonton are our guests in this episode. They have both been in real estate for about fifteen years, with Jill formerly managing restaurants and selling RVs while David became an agent after getting his start flipping properties. [1:18] Were either of Jill’s careers directly transferable to... Continue reading →

Today’s guest is John Braconnier from Professional Real Estate Group. He is relatively new to real estate, beginning his career about two and a half years ago. In that time, he has developed a database of around fourteen hundred people and is now beginning to get referrals. [0:57] What industry did you come from originally?... Continue reading →

Today’s guest is Aidan Woodfine of Sweetly Real Estate. Originally from Camrose, he moved to Edmonton when he was about twelve-years-old and has been a realtor for six years. A former poker player, Aidan got into real estate when he realized he needed a new career path. [2:33] Are there any parallels between poker and... Continue reading →

Glenn and Angie Ewanchuk are welcomed to the podcast today. They are husband-and-wife realtors with RE/MAX Excellence right here in Edmonton, with over twenty years of combined experience. [0:59] How does your business work as a husband and wife team? It works quite well because we can split up the duties. Glenn is responsible for... Continue reading →

Today we are joined by Michael Brodrick, Chair of the REALTORS® Association of Edmonton. He discusses what’s going on in the real estate market today, how the stress test has effected sellers and buyers, and his predictions for the future of the Canadian market. [0:37] It’s the spring of 2019. What are you seeing in... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks to Travis Hawryluk with REMAX. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-023.mp3″ title=”Spruce Grove’s Travis Hawryluk Shares His Top Tips For Sellers” image=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/JasonSPodcast2017.jpg”] Introduction  Travis Hawryluk was born and raised just outside of Spruce Grove. With his father and uncle both being Realtors he felt it would be a natural career move for him. With strong mentorship... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Heather Thoma from FCT [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-022.mp3″ title=”” image=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/JasonSPodcast2017.jpg”] Introduction  Heather Thoma is a Business Development Manager at FCT. Founded in 1991, the FCT group of companies is based in Oakville, Ontario, provides industry-leading title insurance, default solutions and other real estate-related products and services to approximately 450 lenders, over 44,000 legal professionals and 5,000 recovery professionals, as... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Andrew Knack City Councillor of Edmonton’s Ward 1. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-021.mp3″ title=”City Councillor Andrew Knack’s Take On The Future Of Edmonton Development ” image=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/JasonSPodcast2017.jpg”] Introduction  Andrew Knack lives in Jasper Park and has called Ward 1 home for over 15 years. He was first elected as Councillor of Ward 1 in 2013.... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Carol Morhart, Owner and General Manager of Handyman Connection. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-020.mp3″ title=”‘Find Knowledgeable, Experienced, and Safe Contractors With Handyman Connection ” image=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/JasonSPodcast2017.jpg”] Introduction  Carol Morhart is the owner and general manager of Handyman Connection. Handyman Connection connects you with the right contractor for the job you need done. When it comes to... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Dave Ozubko a Realtor with  RE/MAX Elite. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-019.mp3″ title=”‘Realtor To The Rescue’ Dave Ozubko Talks Pets And The Hot Areas Of Edmonton” image=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/JasonSPodcast2017.jpg”] Introduction  Dave Ozubko started off in the restaurant and hospitality industry. He learned that going above and beyond for his customers was the key to building and... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Tammie Savage, a Realtor who specializes in divorces and separations. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-018.mp3″ title=”Facing A Divorce Or Separation? Tammie Savage Shares Advice That Will Help You Right Now” image=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/JasonSPodcast2017.jpg”] Introduction  Tammie started in real estate really early in life. Her father was a home builder who worked from British Columbia to New... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Rob Swyrd the owner of Robart Services. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-017.mp3″ title=”Does Your Home Have Aluminum Wiring? Rob Swyrd Explains Your Options” image=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/JasonSPodcast2017.jpg”] Introduction  Robart Electrical Services Ltd is a family owned business with over in residential and commercial electrical services. Jason and Rob talk about how he became an electrician, what the 35... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Keven Lackey owner of Acclaimed!. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-016.mp3″ title=”How To Keep Your Furnace And Ducts At Top Performance with Acclaimed! Furnaces” image=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/JasonSPodcast2017.jpg”] Introduction  Acclaimed! is a heating, cooling & furnace cleaning service in Edmonton, St. Albert, Sherwood Park and surrounding areas. They install and service all types of furnaces, air conditioners, water... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Paul Foster, is the owner of Contact Renovations. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-015.mp3″ title=”Getting Your Home Renovated? Paul Foster Explains The Importance Of the Design Phase” image=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/JasonSPodcast2017.jpg”] Introduction  Paul and Contract Renovations work with you to bring your vision to reality. They employ skilled workers capable of bringing your ideas to life.  Jason and... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Richard Goatcher, an Economic Analyst at CHBA Alberta.  [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-014.mp3″ title=”Richard Goatcher Shares His Insights On The Alberta Economy And The Canadian Mortgage Industry” image=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/JasonSPodcast2017.jpg”] Introduction Richard Goatcher is an Economic Analyst at CHBA Alberta, Director of Research at the Edmonton Housing Research Corp, and the principal owner of Goatcher Consulting.  Jason and... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Scott McKeen City Councillor of Edmonton’s Ward 6. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-013.mp3″ title=”Councillor Scott Mckeen Explains Why Edmonton Needs A Clear Brand and Identity” image=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/JasonSPodcast2017.jpg”] Introduction Scott McKeen volunteer, writer, and journalist Scott McKeen is best known for his 24 years at The Edmonton Journal. The majority of his years with the Journal were spent at City... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with John Davis, owner and master inspector with Cabin to Castle Home Inspections, about the benefits of working with a home inspector, and common misconceptions of property inspections. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-012.mp3″ title=”Why You Need a Home Inspection as a New Home Buyer” image=””] Introduction John Davis is the owner of Cabin to Castle Home Inspections.... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Gerhardt Klann about his life as an appraiser and how an appraiser can help you sell your home. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-011.mp3″ title=”Appraiser Gerhardt Klann on How to Make Your Home Stand Out Above the Rest” artist=”Jason Scott – I Love Edmonton Real Estate” image=””] Introduction Gerhardt Klann, a former world-class biathlete, is the owner and operator... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Mark Friesen of Coldwell Banker Venture Realty in Edmonton, AB. They discuss how to use social media when selling a home, as well as the benefits of utilizing high quality renovations. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ilre-edmonton-010.mp3″ title=”Mark Friesen Shares How Social Media Can Highlight Your Open Home” artist=”Jason Scott – I Love Edmonton Real... Continue reading →

[smart_track_player artist=”Jason Scott- I Love Edmonton Real Estate” url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/downsizing-unknown-secrets.mp3″ title=”2 Big Secrets In Home Downsizing with Craig Pilgrim” image=”” ] Phone: 780-932-8145                 Web: www.cominghome.ca                  Facebook Listen to the full episode here 1. Downsizing is a lateral move Selling the big family... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Craig Pilgrim, a realtor with RE/MAX for 12 years. Craig tells us the secrets of downsizing and gives advice to buyers looking to upgrade. He also shares 2 great stories from his years of selling homes in the Edmonton area. Craig tells us about the St. Albert area and why it’s... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Travis Ball, a realtor with Schmidt Realty Group. Travis shares some great tips for when you’re looking to buy a newly constructed home. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ILRE-Edmonton-008.mp3″ title=”Buying A Newly Built Home? Travis Ball Shares These Vital Tips” artist=”Jason Scott – I Love Edmonton Real Estate” image=”https://i.imgur.com/lqMKvKk.jpg”] What makes buyers want new houses?... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Bruno Schiavon, Owner and Realtor with The Foundry Real Estate Company. Bruno talks about using top tier technology to get properties seen, and what direction he sees the Edmonton market going. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ILRE-Edmonton-007.mp3″ title=”Having Trouble Getting Your Property Seen? Bruno Schiavon Talks About The Technology You Need To Use” artist=”Jason Scott –... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with David Moriarity, a realtor with Century 21. David previously served in the Canadian Armed Forces, and served in Afghanistan. While recuperating from an injury, he decided to start learning about real estate. 7 years later, he is doing between 50-70 transactions per year, which is an incredibly high pace to maintain. [smart_track_player... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Simon and Elizabeth Schellenberg. They’re married realtors who specialize in basement suite investments. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ILRE-Edmonton-005.mp3″ title=”Simon and Elizabeth Schellenberg” artist=”Jason Scott – I Love Edmonton Real Estate” ] Getting the family to help out kids can help break the ice with clients helps connect you with your clients Current trends in... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Sarah Leib, an Edmonton real estate agent with RE/MAX River City. Sarah and her husband are both real estate investors and share the management of their rental portfolios. Sarah discusses how she manages her 30 rental units. Sarah’s been a realtor in Edmonton for 5 years. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ILRE-Edmonton-004.mp3″ title=”Sarah Leib” artist=”Jason... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Bob Moshansky. Bob is a real estate agent at Homes & Gardens Real Estate Ltd. in Edmonton. Bob’s been a realtor in Edmonton for 40 years, and recently inducted into the RE/MAX Hall of Fame. [smart_track_player url=”https://iloveedmontonrealestate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/ILRE-Edmonton-003.mp3″ title=”Bob Moshansky” artist=”Jason Scott – I Love Edmonton Real Estate” image=”https://media.licdn.com/media/p/2/000/0ee/313/3729623.jpg” ] Bob sees... Continue reading →

Jason Scott talks with Dustin Batuik. Dustin has been a real estate agent in Edmonton since 2003, and has seen the Edmonton market swing with the ups and downs. Jason and Dustin talk about how Dustin got into real estate, and how Dustin serves his clients. Edmonton is in a slow-down at the moment, but... Continue reading →