Podcasts about municipalities

The Hessequa Municipality in the Garden Route region of the Western Cape has unveiled a 210-million rand solar power plant at Riversdale. This is set to reduce its reliance on Eskom and keep electricity costs down for consumers. The ten-megawatt solar field allows excess power generated during the day to be stored and used when demand and electricity costs rise. The project is being hailed as a milestone in municipal energy generation. Sagree Chetty reports...

The South African Local Government Association, SALGA says ending gender-based violence and femicide requires urgent action from municipalities. SALGA was responding to President Cyril Ramaphosa's address announcing interventions to confront the escalating crisis. The Association says it supports the directive for all municipalities to conduct women's safety audits within clear timeframes. We spoke to Nozibele Makanda, SALGA Portfolio Head for Health, Community Services and Inclusivity.

In his address to the nation earlier this week, President Cryil Ramaphosa called on municipalities to ensure they are doing everything possible to ensure the safety of women and children and reduce conditions that could lead to cases of GBV. But Itumeleng Mothibeli, President of SA Property Owners Association and MD of Vukile Property Fund, says these measures should be done on a continual basis. Speaking to Lester Kiewit, he said that many role-players in the commercial property sector actively engage with municipalities in trying to improve infrastructure and reverse decay and degradation. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Richard Keith Francis, Chairperson of the Cleveland Community Policing Forum, and Cllr Neuren Pietersen, who represents Ward 118, which includes parts of Kensington and surrounding eastern suburbs, about residents who say they are being pushed out by hijacked properties, illegal construction and failing municipal services and who should be held responsible for addressing the decline. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a four-point plan to effectively deal with the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide in the country. This follows a nationwide outcry after the killing of twelve women in some parts of Ekurhuleni east of Johannesburg in the past two months. Addressing the nation at the Union Buildings last night, Ramaphosa instructed law enforcement agencies to focus on unresolved GBVF cases, reduce forensic backlogs and that municipalities must identify high risk areas to ensure safety of women when they walk and jog among others. Our Politics Reporter Ntebo Mokobo has more. We also spoke to Gender activist, Nontyatyambo Makapela

Lester Kiewit speaks to women’s rights activist Lucinda Evans, Director of Philisa Abafazi Bethu, about President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement of measures to address the horrifying spike in Gender Based Violence cases. Is this not more of the same toothless measures announced before? Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 78 of the Princeton Podcast, sponsored by the Municipality of Princeton – encouraging civic participation and amplifying the voices that shape our community.In this episode, Mayor Mark Freda sits down with Justin Lesko, Princeton's Planning Director, to discuss the town's planning initiatives and departmental structure.Justin outlines his department's core groups: planning, historic preservation, and the newly integrated zoning department. He also discusses major municipal milestones, including the highly collaborative updated master plan, new historic district design guidelines, and the "One Code Princeton" project aimed at harmonizing local zoning codes. Justin advises property owners and businesses to consult the planning team early in any project timeline.So without any further introduction, let's join our host, Mark Freda, and his guest, Justin Lesko, for episode 78 of the Princeton Podcast.Thank you for joining us for the 78th episode of the Princeton Podcast, produced by the podcast production team at HG Media.If you enjoyed this episode of the Princeton Podcast, please share it with your friends, visit our website at PrincetonPodcast.com, and be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube Podcasts, Audible or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia. Today is Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026. …and now for the rest of the stories…on today's daily304.com! #1 – From METRO NEWS – Ascend to Charleston. Then stay. One year in, Ascend's Charleston-area program is celebrating new neighbors and some serious staying power. More than 100 new families have moved to Charleston through the remote-worker recruitment program since it launched in the Capital City last September. More than 2,200 people have applied to the Charleston program, while Ascend has received about 92,000 applications statewide since launching in 2021. And once people arrive, they tend to stick around. Ascend reports a statewide retention rate of 96.2%. Charleston Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin says outdoor recreation helps attract participants, but community helps keep them here. Army veteran Giovanna Kiani is one of them. She moved from Tampa to Charleston in May while continuing to work remotely as a recruiter for a defense contractor. Kiani says what has stood out most is finding a community willing to welcome her with open arms. Now the program is getting another boost. Dr. Michelle Foster and The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation announced a $500,000 gift to support the Charleston Area Alliance and Ascend's continued growth in the region. Read more: https://wvmetronews.com/2026/09/16/ascend-in-capital-city-marks-one-year-anniversary-receives-500k-donation-for-continued-growth/ #2 – From WV ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – Building more places to call home Growing communities need housing. West Virginia has a program designed to help developers build more of it. The BUILD WV Act, passed in 2022, offers incentives for approved residential development projects in designated BUILD WV districts. The goal is to help growing communities attract the housing development they need. Approved projects can receive a sales and use tax exemption on qualifying construction materials, property and services. There's also a refundable Property Value Adjustment Credit that can be used against personal or corporate income taxes for 10 years after construction is completed, up to $100,000 per project. Municipalities can also choose to provide a business and occupation tax exemption. To qualify, projects must be located in a certified BUILD WV district and generally have more than $3 million in approved costs or include at least six residential units or houses. Projects also must demonstrate positive economic impact, support opportunities for other businesses and provide additional employment opportunities. Read more: https://westvirginia.gov/build-wv-act/ #3 – From WV SBDC – Got a business idea? Start with the fundamentals. Maybe you've got the idea. Now you need the plan. The West Virginia Small Business Development Center offers Business Fundamentals workshops around the state for people considering starting a business or entrepreneurs who have been operating for a year or less. The workshops cover some of the questions every new business owner eventually has to answer. How do you develop a business plan? What do you need to know before applying for a loan? And what are the essentials you need to understand before turning an idea into a sustainable business? Participants also receive the 124-page Going Into Business in West Virginia guide. Can't make an in-person workshop? There's an online Business Fundamentals option that entrepreneurs can complete at their own pace. Read more: https://wvsbdc.com/training/ Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty, and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo. That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

Canada Housing Starts Are Down — But What Does That Actually Mean? Housing starts are down. Sounds important. But does that mean Canada is building fewer homes? Does it mean housing prices are about to rise? Does it mean fewer rental properties are coming? Not necessarily. On today's Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, Wayne and Gabby dig underneath the housing-start headlines and explain why the number most people quote does not tell investors nearly enough on its own. The problem is simple: When Canada reports "housing starts," that number combines very different types of housing. A detached family home is not the same thing as a townhouse. A townhouse is not the same thing as a 200-unit apartment building. And a condominium tower is definitely not the same thing as a purpose-built rental building. Yet much of that gets bundled together. What Is a Housing Start? A housing start is not a permit. It means construction has actually begun. In practical terms, that generally means work has reached the point where the building's foundation or equivalent construction stage has begun. That distinction matters. A building permit represents an intention to build. A housing start means construction has actually moved forward. But even knowing that still doesn't answer the most important question: What kind of housing is being built? The Headline Number Can Be Misleading Wayne uses recent CMHC data to demonstrate the problem. The national housing-start number includes: Single-detached houses Semi-detached homes Duplexes Townhouses Condominiums Apartment buildings Other multi-unit housing The broad "all other" category can therefore represent completely different markets. Some units may eventually be purchased by homeowners. Others may become rental properties. Some could be high-rise condominiums. Others could be row houses or large apartment buildings. Without knowing the mix, investors should be very careful about making conclusions from the headline number. A Rental Unit Is Not the Same as a Home for Sale This is where Wayne believes the housing conversation becomes especially important. Canada has spent several years encouraging density and rental construction. Programs such as the Housing Accelerator Fund and favourable financing programs have helped make larger multi-unit developments attractive to investors and developers. The result has been a major increase in purpose-built rental development in many cities. But building more rental units does not necessarily solve the same problem as building more homes people can actually purchase. Those are two different markets. Are We Building the Wrong Type of Housing? Wayne raises a question that he believes deserves much more attention. What happens when a perfectly usable single-family house is demolished and replaced with eight or twelve small rental units? You created more rental units. But you also removed one house from the ownership market. If this happens repeatedly across a city, it is possible to simultaneously create: Too much rental supply while creating: Too little traditional ownership housing. Wayne believes this may already be happening in some Canadian markets. He is clear that the available national data does not provide enough detail to prove that conclusion definitively. But based on the information available, it is something investors should be watching closely. Why Local Data Matters More This is why Wayne does not rely heavily on national housing-start headlines when making investment decisions. Canada is not one real estate market. Edmonton is different from Toronto. Calgary is different from Vancouver. A neighbourhood can behave differently from another neighbourhood in the same city. And a single-family rental can behave very differently from a one-bedroom apartment. Investors need to go deeper. Look at what is actually being permitted and built in the municipality where you invest. Are developers building: Apartments? Condos? Townhouses? Duplexes? Single-family houses? Basement suites? Garage suites? That information is far more useful than knowing the national housing-start number. Permits Aren't Starts Either Gabby also points out another distinction. Building permits can help investors understand what developers are planning. But a permit does not guarantee construction. Projects can be: Delayed. Redesigned. Refinanced. Cancelled. A housing start tells you that construction has progressed further. Even then, the investor still needs to understand exactly what is being built. Why Multi-Unit Starts May Be Slowing Wayne believes much of the slowdown is likely coming from multi-unit development rather than detached housing. That would make sense based on what he is hearing within the investor and development community. Developers are dealing with: Softer rents Higher vacancies Higher construction costs Financing challenges Large amounts of competing supply Projects that no longer produce the expected returns Wayne is also seeing and hearing about projects being delayed or cancelled. That may eventually help rental markets rebalance. But there is still a significant amount of previously approved and currently under-construction inventory that has yet to reach tenants. Follow the Money The episode also looks at why investors naturally gravitated toward multi-unit development. Imagine owning a large lot. Building one new house may not generate an attractive enough return. Build two homes and the economics improve. Build eight or twelve rental units with favourable development rules and financing incentives, and suddenly the numbers look much more attractive. Investors responded to the incentives that existed. Builders responded to demand from investors. Municipalities changed zoning to encourage density. The result was predictable. A tremendous amount of multi-unit housing was proposed and built. Does Canada Still Need More Houses? Wayne's answer is: Probably. But he is careful to call that his interpretation rather than a proven conclusion because the available information does not provide enough detail. There may be markets where rental units are becoming oversupplied while traditional family housing remains relatively scarce. That distinction matters enormously to investors. If you simply hear: "Housing starts are down" and make an investment decision from that headline, you are missing most of the story. Understand the Property You Actually Own For Wayne, the lesson comes back to the fundamentals. Don't invest based on a national headline. Understand: Your city Your neighbourhood Your property type Your tenant profile Your competition Your purchase price Your rent Your expenses Your cash flow A national statistic can be useful information. It should not replace local market analysis. REI Masters Mentorship Special Offer Anyone who joins the REI Masters Mentorship Program before October 3, 2026 receives: 24 months of mentorship for the price of 12. The offer includes an additional 12 months of coaching, education and mentorship at no additional cost, plus entry to the upcoming REI Masters annual retreat in Edmonton. Work directly with Wayne and Gabby on: Market analysis Acquisitions Financing Deal analysis Property management Joint ventures Building your personal real estate roadmap Learn more: www.reimasters.ca The 5% Rule™ Want to understand how much cash flow a rental property should produce? Search: The 5% Rule by Wayne Hillier on Amazon. Watch the Morning Show Join Wayne and Gabby every weekday morning at 7:00 AM Mountain Time on YouTube. Follow Wayne Hillier – Real Estate Investing Coach on YouTube. Questions: info@reimorningshow.com Sponsors Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning for Canadian real estate investors. www.kbmortgages.ca keaton@kbmortgages.ca

Canada Housing Starts Are Down — But What Does That Actually Mean? Housing starts are down. Sounds important. But does that mean Canada is building fewer homes? Does it mean housing prices are about to rise? Does it mean fewer rental properties are coming? Not necessarily. On today's Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, Wayne and Gabby dig underneath the housing-start headlines and explain why the number most people quote does not tell investors nearly enough on its own. The problem is simple: When Canada reports "housing starts," that number combines very different types of housing. A detached family home is not the same thing as a townhouse. A townhouse is not the same thing as a 200-unit apartment building. And a condominium tower is definitely not the same thing as a purpose-built rental building. Yet much of that gets bundled together. What Is a Housing Start? A housing start is not a permit. It means construction has actually begun. In practical terms, that generally means work has reached the point where the building's foundation or equivalent construction stage has begun. That distinction matters. A building permit represents an intention to build. A housing start means construction has actually moved forward. But even knowing that still doesn't answer the most important question: What kind of housing is being built? The Headline Number Can Be Misleading Wayne uses recent CMHC data to demonstrate the problem. The national housing-start number includes: Single-detached houses Semi-detached homes Duplexes Townhouses Condominiums Apartment buildings Other multi-unit housing The broad "all other" category can therefore represent completely different markets. Some units may eventually be purchased by homeowners. Others may become rental properties. Some could be high-rise condominiums. Others could be row houses or large apartment buildings. Without knowing the mix, investors should be very careful about making conclusions from the headline number. A Rental Unit Is Not the Same as a Home for Sale This is where Wayne believes the housing conversation becomes especially important. Canada has spent several years encouraging density and rental construction. Programs such as the Housing Accelerator Fund and favourable financing programs have helped make larger multi-unit developments attractive to investors and developers. The result has been a major increase in purpose-built rental development in many cities. But building more rental units does not necessarily solve the same problem as building more homes people can actually purchase. Those are two different markets. Are We Building the Wrong Type of Housing? Wayne raises a question that he believes deserves much more attention. What happens when a perfectly usable single-family house is demolished and replaced with eight or twelve small rental units? You created more rental units. But you also removed one house from the ownership market. If this happens repeatedly across a city, it is possible to simultaneously create: Too much rental supply while creating: Too little traditional ownership housing. Wayne believes this may already be happening in some Canadian markets. He is clear that the available national data does not provide enough detail to prove that conclusion definitively. But based on the information available, it is something investors should be watching closely. Why Local Data Matters More This is why Wayne does not rely heavily on national housing-start headlines when making investment decisions. Canada is not one real estate market. Edmonton is different from Toronto. Calgary is different from Vancouver. A neighbourhood can behave differently from another neighbourhood in the same city. And a single-family rental can behave very differently from a one-bedroom apartment. Investors need to go deeper. Look at what is actually being permitted and built in the municipality where you invest. Are developers building: Apartments? Condos? Townhouses? Duplexes? Single-family houses? Basement suites? Garage suites? That information is far more useful than knowing the national housing-start number. Permits Aren't Starts Either Gabby also points out another distinction. Building permits can help investors understand what developers are planning. But a permit does not guarantee construction. Projects can be: Delayed. Redesigned. Refinanced. Cancelled. A housing start tells you that construction has progressed further. Even then, the investor still needs to understand exactly what is being built. Why Multi-Unit Starts May Be Slowing Wayne believes much of the slowdown is likely coming from multi-unit development rather than detached housing. That would make sense based on what he is hearing within the investor and development community. Developers are dealing with: Softer rents Higher vacancies Higher construction costs Financing challenges Large amounts of competing supply Projects that no longer produce the expected returns Wayne is also seeing and hearing about projects being delayed or cancelled. That may eventually help rental markets rebalance. But there is still a significant amount of previously approved and currently under-construction inventory that has yet to reach tenants. Follow the Money The episode also looks at why investors naturally gravitated toward multi-unit development. Imagine owning a large lot. Building one new house may not generate an attractive enough return. Build two homes and the economics improve. Build eight or twelve rental units with favourable development rules and financing incentives, and suddenly the numbers look much more attractive. Investors responded to the incentives that existed. Builders responded to demand from investors. Municipalities changed zoning to encourage density. The result was predictable. A tremendous amount of multi-unit housing was proposed and built. Does Canada Still Need More Houses? Wayne's answer is: Probably. But he is careful to call that his interpretation rather than a proven conclusion because the available information does not provide enough detail. There may be markets where rental units are becoming oversupplied while traditional family housing remains relatively scarce. That distinction matters enormously to investors. If you simply hear: "Housing starts are down" and make an investment decision from that headline, you are missing most of the story. Understand the Property You Actually Own For Wayne, the lesson comes back to the fundamentals. Don't invest based on a national headline. Understand: Your city Your neighbourhood Your property type Your tenant profile Your competition Your purchase price Your rent Your expenses Your cash flow A national statistic can be useful information. It should not replace local market analysis. REI Masters Mentorship Special Offer Anyone who joins the REI Masters Mentorship Program before October 3, 2026 receives: 24 months of mentorship for the price of 12. The offer includes an additional 12 months of coaching, education and mentorship at no additional cost, plus entry to the upcoming REI Masters annual retreat in Edmonton. Work directly with Wayne and Gabby on: Market analysis Acquisitions Financing Deal analysis Property management Joint ventures Building your personal real estate roadmap Learn more: www.reimasters.ca The 5% Rule™ Want to understand how much cash flow a rental property should produce? Search: The 5% Rule by Wayne Hillier on Amazon. Watch the Morning Show Join Wayne and Gabby every weekday morning at 7:00 AM Mountain Time on YouTube. Follow Wayne Hillier – Real Estate Investing Coach on YouTube. Questions: info@reimorningshow.com Sponsors Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning for Canadian real estate investors. www.kbmortgages.ca keaton@kbmortgages.ca

Clement Manyathela speaks with Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Dr Namane Dickson Masemola, about the relationship between municipalities and the people they serve, focusing on the balance between the citizens' rights to reliable basic services, and their responsibilities to pay for those services and following bylaws. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Edmonton Garden Suites Are One of Canada's Biggest Real Estate Opportunities Today's episode is all about one of Wayne's favourite real estate investment opportunities right now: Multi-unit garden suites in Edmonton. Wayne and Gabby break down why Edmonton's current zoning creates an unusual opportunity to keep an existing house at the front of a property while developing multiple additional rental units in the backyard. For the projects Wayne is currently working on, the attraction comes down to three major things: Cash flow. Forced equity. The potential to refinance and redeploy capital. And unlike traditional infill development, the strategy does not necessarily require tearing down a perfectly good house. Why Wayne Started Looking at the Backyard When Edmonton changed its zoning rules to encourage more housing density, much of the development community focused on tearing down existing houses and building more units on the front portion of the property. Wayne looked at it differently. Instead of asking: How much more can we build if we tear the house down? He asked: What if we keep the house and develop the unused land behind it? That led to the multi-unit garden suite strategy. On the right Edmonton lot, Wayne says investors can potentially keep the existing house and add as many as four additional rental units in the backyard. Why Edmonton? According to Wayne, Edmonton currently provides a unique combination of: Flexible development rules Affordable land and housing Strong rental demand High-paying employment A strong tenant profile Alberta's landlord and tenant operating environment That combination is what makes the opportunity especially interesting to him. Wayne says that if this same development opportunity existed in a market where he did not want to operate a rental business, he would be far less interested. The market still matters. The Housing Accelerator Fund Wayne explains that Edmonton's zoning changes followed broader efforts to increase housing supply and density. He discusses the federal Housing Accelerator Fund and Edmonton receiving significant funding in exchange for housing and zoning initiatives designed to allow more homes to be built. Those changes opened the door to development opportunities that previously did not exist. Why the Opportunity May Not Last Forever One of Wayne's biggest warnings: Do not assume today's zoning rules will exist forever. Rules change. Municipalities adjust development regulations. Neighbourhood opposition can increase. Height, setback and density rules can all be modified. Wayne points to Calgary as an example of a city where development rules have already started changing. His concern is that investors may discover the opportunity after the rules have already become more restrictive. The Lots Are Limited Too Zoning is not the only constraint. The property itself needs to work. Gabby explains that multi-unit garden suites require enough usable backyard space. Wayne calls it needing a: "Big booty." A large backyard. That means investors are competing for a limited number of properties with: Large enough lots The right configuration A usable existing house A purchase price that still makes the development profitable Today, Wayne says much of the competition for those properties is still homeowners. But if more investors and developers begin targeting the same lots, demand could increase. Wayne's First Fourplex Garden Suite Is Almost Finished Wayne and Gabby also give an update on their High Park multi-unit garden suite project. The four suites are essentially complete internally. Remaining work includes exterior items such as: Sidewalks Landscaping Fencing Wayne is preparing to begin marketing the four one-bedroom suites. This is one of five projects Wayne says they currently have underway. The Cash Flow This is where Wayne believes the strategy becomes especially compelling. On the type of fourplex garden suite projects he is developing, Wayne says there is potential for: $1,500+ per month in additional cash flow after financing and operating expenses. That is not gross rent. That is the projected remaining monthly cash flow from the additional units based on the project assumptions Wayne is discussing. How Does It Perform on the 5% Rule™? Wayne then applies his 5% Rule™ Cash Flow Test. His framework: 5–6% = minimum acceptable 7–9% = strong 10%+ = exceptional For the garden suite project discussed in today's episode, Wayne says the projected result is approximately: 13.8% or roughly: 14% on the Cash Flow Test. That is why Wayne considers these projects unusually attractive from a cash-flow perspective. Actual results will depend on construction cost, financing, rents, operating expenses, property price and the specific project. Cash Flow Is Only Part of the Opportunity Wayne says the bigger opportunity may be what happens to the value of the property after construction. Suppose the total amount invested into the property and development is one number. But the completed property appraises for significantly more. The difference becomes created equity. On some of Wayne's current projects, he says he expects to create: More than $250,000 in equity upon completion. That creates another potential strategy. The BRRRR Strategy — But With Development Traditional BRRRR: Buy Renovate Rent Refinance Repeat Wayne proposes changing the renovation step. Instead: Buy Build Rent Refinance Repeat Rather than renovating a kitchen or adding a basement suite, the investor develops multiple new rental units in the backyard. If the completed property appraises high enough, refinancing may allow the investor to recover a significant portion of the capital invested. In the right project, Wayne believes there may even be an opportunity to recover most or potentially all of the initial capital. That capital can then be redeployed into another property. Cash Flow + Equity + Refinance Potential This is what makes the strategy so exciting to Wayne. One development can potentially provide: Strong monthly cash flow Significant new equity Mortgage principal paydown Long-term appreciation exposure Additional rental units The potential to refinance The ability to redeploy capital And the original house can remain in place producing rental income. A New Property Closing Today Wayne and Gabby also discuss another rental property they are taking possession of today. Their projected cash flow: Approximately $700 per month. Wayne plans to leave that cash flow inside the property reserve. Starting with approximately three months of rent in reserves and adding $700 per month would contribute another: $8,400 per year before any future rent increases. His point: Cash flow is not necessarily spending money. Cash flow builds resilience. A healthy reserve protects the investment against repairs, vacancy, changing rents and higher interest rates. Want to Know What You Can Build? If you already own an Edmonton property or want to purchase one for a garden-suite development: www.edmontongardensuites.com You can book a consultation and have the team assess what may be possible on a specific property. The site also includes information on existing garden-suite models and development options. The 5% Rule™ Learn Wayne Hillier's cash-flow framework for Canadian rental properties. Search: The 5% Rule by Wayne Hillier on Amazon. REI Masters Mentorship Work directly with Wayne and Gabby on acquisitions, market analysis, financing, joint ventures, property management and building a profitable Canadian real estate portfolio. www.reimasters.ca Watch the Morning Show Join Wayne and Gabby every weekday morning at 7:00 AM Mountain Time on YouTube. Follow Wayne Hillier – Real Estate Investing Coach on YouTube. Questions: info@reimorningshow.com Upcoming Event REI Masters Annual Retreat Edmonton, Alberta October 17–18, 2026 www.reimasters.ca Sponsors Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning for Canadian real estate investors. www.kbmortgages.ca keaton@kbmortgages.ca

Edmonton Garden Suites Are One of Canada's Biggest Real Estate Opportunities Today's episode is all about one of Wayne's favourite real estate investment opportunities right now: Multi-unit garden suites in Edmonton. Wayne and Gabby break down why Edmonton's current zoning creates an unusual opportunity to keep an existing house at the front of a property while developing multiple additional rental units in the backyard. For the projects Wayne is currently working on, the attraction comes down to three major things: Cash flow. Forced equity. The potential to refinance and redeploy capital. And unlike traditional infill development, the strategy does not necessarily require tearing down a perfectly good house. Why Wayne Started Looking at the Backyard When Edmonton changed its zoning rules to encourage more housing density, much of the development community focused on tearing down existing houses and building more units on the front portion of the property. Wayne looked at it differently. Instead of asking: How much more can we build if we tear the house down? He asked: What if we keep the house and develop the unused land behind it? That led to the multi-unit garden suite strategy. On the right Edmonton lot, Wayne says investors can potentially keep the existing house and add as many as four additional rental units in the backyard. Why Edmonton? According to Wayne, Edmonton currently provides a unique combination of: Flexible development rules Affordable land and housing Strong rental demand High-paying employment A strong tenant profile Alberta's landlord and tenant operating environment That combination is what makes the opportunity especially interesting to him. Wayne says that if this same development opportunity existed in a market where he did not want to operate a rental business, he would be far less interested. The market still matters. The Housing Accelerator Fund Wayne explains that Edmonton's zoning changes followed broader efforts to increase housing supply and density. He discusses the federal Housing Accelerator Fund and Edmonton receiving significant funding in exchange for housing and zoning initiatives designed to allow more homes to be built. Those changes opened the door to development opportunities that previously did not exist. Why the Opportunity May Not Last Forever One of Wayne's biggest warnings: Do not assume today's zoning rules will exist forever. Rules change. Municipalities adjust development regulations. Neighbourhood opposition can increase. Height, setback and density rules can all be modified. Wayne points to Calgary as an example of a city where development rules have already started changing. His concern is that investors may discover the opportunity after the rules have already become more restrictive. The Lots Are Limited Too Zoning is not the only constraint. The property itself needs to work. Gabby explains that multi-unit garden suites require enough usable backyard space. Wayne calls it needing a: "Big booty." A large backyard. That means investors are competing for a limited number of properties with: Large enough lots The right configuration A usable existing house A purchase price that still makes the development profitable Today, Wayne says much of the competition for those properties is still homeowners. But if more investors and developers begin targeting the same lots, demand could increase. Wayne's First Fourplex Garden Suite Is Almost Finished Wayne and Gabby also give an update on their High Park multi-unit garden suite project. The four suites are essentially complete internally. Remaining work includes exterior items such as: Sidewalks Landscaping Fencing Wayne is preparing to begin marketing the four one-bedroom suites. This is one of five projects Wayne says they currently have underway. The Cash Flow This is where Wayne believes the strategy becomes especially compelling. On the type of fourplex garden suite projects he is developing, Wayne says there is potential for: $1,500+ per month in additional cash flow after financing and operating expenses. That is not gross rent. That is the projected remaining monthly cash flow from the additional units based on the project assumptions Wayne is discussing. How Does It Perform on the 5% Rule™? Wayne then applies his 5% Rule™ Cash Flow Test. His framework: 5–6% = minimum acceptable 7–9% = strong 10%+ = exceptional For the garden suite project discussed in today's episode, Wayne says the projected result is approximately: 13.8% or roughly: 14% on the Cash Flow Test. That is why Wayne considers these projects unusually attractive from a cash-flow perspective. Actual results will depend on construction cost, financing, rents, operating expenses, property price and the specific project. Cash Flow Is Only Part of the Opportunity Wayne says the bigger opportunity may be what happens to the value of the property after construction. Suppose the total amount invested into the property and development is one number. But the completed property appraises for significantly more. The difference becomes created equity. On some of Wayne's current projects, he says he expects to create: More than $250,000 in equity upon completion. That creates another potential strategy. The BRRRR Strategy — But With Development Traditional BRRRR: Buy Renovate Rent Refinance Repeat Wayne proposes changing the renovation step. Instead: Buy Build Rent Refinance Repeat Rather than renovating a kitchen or adding a basement suite, the investor develops multiple new rental units in the backyard. If the completed property appraises high enough, refinancing may allow the investor to recover a significant portion of the capital invested. In the right project, Wayne believes there may even be an opportunity to recover most or potentially all of the initial capital. That capital can then be redeployed into another property. Cash Flow + Equity + Refinance Potential This is what makes the strategy so exciting to Wayne. One development can potentially provide: Strong monthly cash flow Significant new equity Mortgage principal paydown Long-term appreciation exposure Additional rental units The potential to refinance The ability to redeploy capital And the original house can remain in place producing rental income. A New Property Closing Today Wayne and Gabby also discuss another rental property they are taking possession of today. Their projected cash flow: Approximately $700 per month. Wayne plans to leave that cash flow inside the property reserve. Starting with approximately three months of rent in reserves and adding $700 per month would contribute another: $8,400 per year before any future rent increases. His point: Cash flow is not necessarily spending money. Cash flow builds resilience. A healthy reserve protects the investment against repairs, vacancy, changing rents and higher interest rates. Want to Know What You Can Build? If you already own an Edmonton property or want to purchase one for a garden-suite development: www.edmontongardensuites.com You can book a consultation and have the team assess what may be possible on a specific property. The site also includes information on existing garden-suite models and development options. The 5% Rule™ Learn Wayne Hillier's cash-flow framework for Canadian rental properties. Search: The 5% Rule by Wayne Hillier on Amazon. REI Masters Mentorship Work directly with Wayne and Gabby on acquisitions, market analysis, financing, joint ventures, property management and building a profitable Canadian real estate portfolio. www.reimasters.ca Watch the Morning Show Join Wayne and Gabby every weekday morning at 7:00 AM Mountain Time on YouTube. Follow Wayne Hillier – Real Estate Investing Coach on YouTube. Questions: info@reimorningshow.com Upcoming Event REI Masters Annual Retreat Edmonton, Alberta October 17–18, 2026 www.reimasters.ca Sponsors Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning for Canadian real estate investors. www.kbmortgages.ca keaton@kbmortgages.ca

Are you in favour of this move? Would you support a petition to make photographing homeless people illegal?GUEST: Adrienne Batra - editor in chief of the Toronto Sun

As we head into the municipal election season, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario has crunched the numbers on candidates, and found fewer acclamations and more women running. AMO's executive director Lindsay Jones joins as we hear your stories.

The Union of B.C. Municipalities conference starts today. CBC's Justin McElroy is there to share the hot topics this year and take your calls.

ActionSA Deputy President Dr, Mbahare Kekana says the party is excited about contesting Local Government Elections in the Free State for the first time. Kekana is confident that the party will walk away victorious in the province after the November polls. He says ActionSA is focused on repairing the province's municipalities and ensuring that there are job opportunities especially for the youth. Kekana alongside provincial secretary, Lerato Mosala conducted door-to-door campaigns and the induction of the party's ward candidates in Welkom. Abigail Visagie reports.

Residents of Nelson Mandela Bay in the Eastern Cape have expressed frustration following the municipality's decision to spend 235-thousand rand on a State of the Metro Address event that was held in Despatch on Thursday evening. The event has come under scrutiny amid ongoing water and electricity disruptions, ageing infrastructure and other service-delivery challenges. The municipality says billions of rands are being invested in infrastructure - but residents want to know when they will see the impact on the ground. Sisipho Ngcumbe reports…

Freedom Front Plus leader Corné Mulder says coalition governments could become the new norm in municipalities after the November elections. He was speaking in Pretoria today as the party launched its 2026 local government election manifesto, outlining a ten-point plan focused on service delivery, accountability and tackling maladministration. Zara Groenewald reports.

Clement Manyathela, together with listeners, reflect on the 702 Joburg Mayoral Debate which took place at Primedia House yesterday, discussing what stood out for them in terms of the candidates and their parties' messages they were conveying to Joburg citizens. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The DA has filed papers to oppose the ANC's court bid to submit candidates in six municipalities after the deadline. The ANC missed the IEC cut-off date on the 28th of August last month. The DA says all parties submitted on time. The party says deadlines must apply equally to everyone to ensure free and fair elections. For reaction we spoke to the DA's Representative on the IEC's National Political Liaison Committee, Werner Horn.

On this week's "Capitol Chats," Milwaukee Police Association Vice President Joel Moeller discusses Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson's proclamation setting new limits on Flock camera usage by city police and how state lawmakers should respond to public backlash against the automated license plate readers.   

Thabo Shole-Mashao, standing in for Clement Manyathela, speaks with Political Analyst, Prof Ntsikelelo Breakfast, about how parties are behaving as we head towards the local elections, and what that conduct tells us about the quality of our democracy. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Basement Suite Cashflows - But Is It Actually Legal? A basement suite can make a rental property look fantastic on paper. Two rents. Better cash flow. Stronger returns. But there is one question investors sometimes forget to ask before removing conditions: Is the basement suite actually legal? In today's episode of the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, Wayne and Gabby explain how investors can verify whether a secondary suite is permitted, why an illegal or non-conforming suite can create serious financial risk, and what could happen if the city, lender or insurance company eventually starts asking questions. They also discuss the Bank of Canada's latest interest-rate announcement, why investors shouldn't build deals assuming rates are going to fall, and why sufficient cash flow is what protects a rental portfolio when borrowing costs change. What You'll Learn Why the Bank of Canada holding rates doesn't mean investors should assume rates are headed lower How variable-rate mortgages and HELOCs are affected differently than fixed-rate mortgages Why Wayne believes deals should work at today's interest rates How the 5% Rule™ Cash Flow Test creates a cushion against higher borrowing costs Why reserve funds make property repairs and renovations much easier Why a basement suite can make a mediocre property look great on a spreadsheet How to determine whether a basement suite is actually legal Why pulling a permit does not necessarily mean the suite received final approval Why investors should confirm that the existing suite matches what was originally approved Why you should never automatically treat rent from an illegal suite as guaranteed income How an illegal suite can affect property value Why neighbours and former tenants can create unexpected problems What could happen if the municipality orders a secondary suite to stop operating Potential tenant relocation costs when a suite can no longer legally be occupied Why insurance becomes particularly important with non-conforming suites How Edmonton, Calgary, Winnipeg, Toronto and Vancouver differ when researching secondary suites Why Wayne and Gabby recommend buying or building legal suites whenever possible Bank of Canada Holds at 2.25% The Bank of Canada held its overnight rate at 2.25% in its September announcement. Wayne points out that the bigger story for investors is not simply that the rate stayed the same. It is the possibility that the environment could change. His message to investors is straightforward: Do not buy a rental property assuming interest rates are going down. Make the property work at today's numbers. If rates eventually fall, great. But your investment should not require that to happen. Variable vs. Fixed Mortgages Wayne also explains an important distinction. Changes to the Bank of Canada's overnight rate directly influence prime-based borrowing products such as: Variable-rate mortgages Adjustable-rate mortgages Home equity lines of credit A fixed-rate mortgage does not immediately change simply because the Bank of Canada changes its overnight rate. For investors with variable borrowing, however, rate increases can mean either higher interest costs or higher monthly payments depending on the mortgage structure. That makes cash flow especially important. Could Your Property Survive Higher Rates? Imagine your mortgage payment increases by $50 per month. Probably manageable. What if it rises by $500? Now the question becomes much more serious. Over a 20-year investment period, investors should expect interest rates to move. The property needs enough cash-flow cushion to survive those changes. Wayne points back to what happened when investors purchased properties during extremely low-rate environments and built their deals around financing conditions that did not last. When rates increased, some properties and projects could no longer support themselves. That is exactly the type of situation the 5% Rule™ Cash Flow Test is designed to help investors avoid. Why Cash Flow Creates Options Wayne and Gabby share another example from their own portfolio. One of their properties recently became vacant after several years. The property now needs repairs and improvements. But they are not scrambling to find the money. Why? The property's cash flow has been accumulating inside its reserve fund. That reserve can now pay for the work. No emergency credit card. No unexpected cash call to the joint venture partner. No panic. The rental business generated the money needed to maintain the rental business. That is how Wayne and Gabby believe a long-term portfolio should be built. Is That Basement Suite Actually Legal? The second major topic today begins with a situation Wayne recently heard about. An investor had been renting a basement suite when the municipality contacted them and wanted to inspect it. The problem? The suite was not properly permitted. Now the investor is facing questions about whether the tenant can continue living there and what happens to the economics of the property if that basement rent disappears. This is why Wayne believes investors need to verify secondary-suite status before purchasing the property. The Numbers Can Look Amazing Non-conforming suites can be tempting. Imagine two similar properties. One has a fully legal secondary suite. The other has a basement suite that looks almost identical but was never properly permitted. The non-conforming property may sell for less while producing almost the same advertised rental income. On a spreadsheet, that can look like an incredible deal. But that additional rent comes with risk. If something happens and you can no longer rent the basement separately, does the property still work? The Question Wayne Would Ask If you are considering purchasing a property with a non-conforming basement suite, Wayne suggests running a worst-case scenario: Does this property still cash flow if I cannot rent the basement separately? Assume the suite gets shut down. Assume you must rent the entire house as one unit. Does that rent still cover the property's expenses? Does it still pass the 5% Rule? If the answer is no, you need to understand exactly how much risk you are accepting. Wayne and Gabby's preference remains much simpler: Buy or build legal suites. Don't Overpay for an Illegal Suite Wayne gives a simple example. Imagine similar bungalows in a neighbourhood are worth: $400,000 A comparable property with a properly permitted legal suite might be worth: $500,000 Now imagine another $400,000 bungalow has an unpermitted basement suite. An investor sees the additional rental income and pays: $450,000 They think they received a bargain because it is cheaper than the legal suited property. But that unpermitted suite does not necessarily create the same market value as a fully legal one. You may have simply paid $50,000 too much for a $400,000 house. How to Check Whether a Basement Suite Is Legal Before buying a suited property, investigate it. 1. Check the Zoning Determine whether secondary suites are permitted under the property's zoning and municipal rules. 2. Check the Permits Find out whether the correct permits were actually issued for the secondary suite. Do not simply take the seller's word for it. 3. Confirm Final Inspections A permit being opened does not necessarily mean the work received final approval. Ask whether all required inspections were completed and the permit was properly closed. 4. Compare the Current Suite to What Was Approved A previous owner may have obtained approval and then changed the property afterward. Make sure today's layout and use still correspond with what was permitted. Some Cities Make This Easier Depending on where you are investing, your municipality may provide online tools that can help with the initial research. Wayne and Gabby discuss several examples. Edmonton has tools investors can use to research secondary-suite permits. Calgary has a secondary-suite registry. Winnipeg allows investors to search issued permits by address. Other cities, including Toronto and Vancouver, have permit and property-research tools, but investors may still need to contact the appropriate municipal department to confirm the actual status of a secondary suite. The easiest approach is usually: Search the city's online tools first. Then, if there is any uncertainty, contact the municipality directly and ask: "Does this address have a permitted secondary suite, and were all required final inspections completed?" What Causes the City to Investigate? Municipalities generally are not driving around neighbourhoods searching for illegal basement suites. Problems often begin because somebody complains. Two obvious possibilities are: Tenants. And: Neighbours. A tenant who becomes unhappy with the landlord may discover that the suite is not legal. A former tenant may complain. A neighbour who is frustrated with parking, noise or repeated rental problems may report the property. Everything can operate smoothly for years. Until somebody makes the phone call. What Happens to the Tenant? This is one of the risks investors sometimes overlook. You may have a valid residential tenancy agreement with someone living in the basement. If the municipality determines they can no longer legally occupy that space, you now have two problems. You lost the rental income. And your tenant may need somewhere else to live. Depending on the circumstances and applicable law, the landlord could potentially face costs resulting from being unable to provide the premises promised under the tenancy agreement. That could include temporary accommodation, moving, storage or other expenses. This is an area where investors should obtain proper legal advice for their specific situation. Don't Forget the Insurance Company Another major concern is insurance. Imagine you buy a property with an illegal secondary suite. You obtain landlord insurance. You collect rent. Everything appears fine. Then there is a major claim. A fire. Serious water damage. Liability involving an occupant. The insurance company investigates and discovers the property was being used differently than represented or that an unpermitted secondary suite was being occupied. That is not the time you want to discover that your coverage may be affected. Wayne recommends being transparent with your insurance professional and making sure the property is properly insured for the way it is actually being used. The Liability You Don't Want Wayne also discusses the extreme scenario investors sometimes hear about involving fires in illegal basement suites. If a landlord knowingly operates an unsafe or prohibited suite and someone is seriously injured or killed, the consequences could go far beyond lost rent. The circumstances surrounding any legal liability would depend heavily on the facts, but the underlying lesson is simple: Do not knowingly ignore serious safety or permitting issues. Saving money by avoiding permits is not worth taking a catastrophic risk. The Main Lesson A beautiful basement suite does not automatically mean you have two legal rental units. And a spreadsheet showing two rents does not mean you can count on receiving both rents forever. Before buying: Check the zoning. Check the permits. Confirm final inspections. Verify what was actually approved. Speak with your insurer. And run the property numbers assuming that basement rent disappears. If the entire investment collapses without the non-conforming suite, understand that you are taking a significant risk. Wayne and Gabby's preferred approach is straightforward: Buy legal. Build legal. The additional cost is usually much easier to deal with than discovering years later that the rental income your entire investment depended on was never guaranteed in the first place. About Your Hosts Wayne and Gabby Hillier are Canadian real estate investors, entrepreneurs and founders of REI Masters. Through the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, they provide practical Canadian real estate investing education, lessons from their own portfolio and free coaching every weekday morning. Send Your Questions to the Show Have a question you want Wayne and Gabby to answer?

On Thursday 3rd September 2026, Carl Munson's Good Morning Portugal! news reports that sardine prices are surging after Portugal's 2026 EU quota was cut under a recovery plan, combining limited supply with booming global demand for artisanal tinned fish.Douro wine growers dumped around 300 kg of grapes in the streets of Régua as a protest over the regional crisis. Other headlines include parliamentary leaders setting a date for a no-confidence motion, the PSD criticising Chega's move, and 11 municipalities under maximum wildfire risk during an intense heatwave, with temperatures forecast up to 38°C in Lisbon and 41°C in Évora.Keep in touch 24/7 - www.portugaltalkradio.com#GoodMorningPortugal #PortugalNews #SardinePrices #DouroGrapes #Regua #Heatwave #WildfireRisk #NoConfidence #Chega #Portugal2026Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.Get help moving to and living in Portugal

Municipal managers who bankrupt one town get quietly moved to run the next one. A council was shown proof that R100 million couldn't be accounted for, and chose to protect the man responsible rather than fire him. A docket has sat untouched for a year. And the official now suing DA parliamentary leader George Michalakis for speaking out is, by law, supposed to be politically neutral. Michalakis talks to Alec Hogg about the DA's "terrible ten", why he personally walked into police stations across four provinces to lay the charges, and what it will actually take to see a corrupt official behind bars before South Africans vote on 4 November.

Thabo Shole-Mashau, in for Clement Manyathela speaks to Sithole Mbanga, the CEO of the South African Local Government Association about what a real municipal turnaround requires.The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 77 of the Princeton Podcast, sponsored by the Municipality of Princeton - encouraging civic participation and amplifying the voices that shape our community.In this episode, Mayor Mark Freda sits down with David Wu, founder of the Princeton Active Circle. This non-profit organization is dedicated to improving community wellness through fitness training, outdoor activities, social gatherings, and enrichment workshops.David describes the group's fitness and wellness initiatives, which ibclude their annual Princeton 5K Run and Walk.Mark and David also discuss Princeton Active Circle's enrichment and social programs. These are designed to support Princeton's Asian American residents through educational seminars, financial and lifestyle workshops, and local gatherings.So without any further introduction let's join our host, Mark Freda, and his guest, David Wu, for Episode 77 of the Princeton Podcast.Thank you for joining us for the 77th episode of the Princeton Podcast, produced by the podcast production team at HG Media, and sponsored by the Municipality of Princeton. If you enjoyed this episode of the Princeton Podcast, please share it with your friends, visit our website at PrincetonPodcast.com, and be sure to subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible or wherever you listen to podcasts.

From E-Scooters to AI: what B.C municipalities are most concerned about Guest host Charis Hogg talks to Cori Ramsay, President of the Union of B.C Municipalities, and Prince George City councillor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Thursday, Alaska State Troopers identified the people on board as 68-year-old Alaska pilot Eric Middlebrook and California residents Ronald Schmidt, Lance Schmidt and Daniel Simons. Middlebrook is a former mayor of Bethel. Even as statewide figures paint a picture of rising crime in Alaska, the state’s annual report reveals a tale of two vastly different jurisdictions: a sharp spike in local crime within the Municipality of Anchorage contrast with a marked decline in offenses in areas policed by the Alaska State Troopers. Alaska’s municipal leaders met at the Alaska Municipal League conference to discuss data centers and whether the state is ready for them.

Thabo Shole-Mashao speaks to Mpumelelo Zengani, Deputy Director: Central Information Centre at the Gauteng Provincial Government Service Contact Centre and Fikile Matsinye, Chief Officer for Intergovernmental Relations, Municipal Resilience and Governance at SALGA who share on ways to get the municipalities to respond to the queries and concerns raised by residents. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks to ANC Deputy Secretary-General Nomvula Mokonyane about the party's election manifesto, service delivery, municipal finances, ethical leadership and the delayed announcement of mayoral candidates. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team bring you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa broadcast on 702: https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/36edSLV or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deer management in Ohio Deer populations are becoming an increasingly visible issue in urban communities across Ohio. They cause tens of thousands of vehicle crashes each year that kill both people and deer. There's also concern of property damage and the impact on local ecosystems. This has prompted some cities to take a closer look at deer management. Medina is among the communities tackling this issue. The city recently developed a more comprehensive initiative involving federal support following two years of a city-run bowhunting program. Last year, 114 deer were harvested through that program, compared with 18 the year before. Currently, the population is around 1,000, or about one deer for every 26 residents. Wednesday on the "Sound of Ideas," hosted by Stephanie Haney, we'll learn more about this issue with local and statewide experts. Guests: - Geoff Westerfield, Assistant Wildlife Management Supervisor, Ohio Division of Wildlife - Gabriel Karns, Professor, School of Environment and Natural Resources, The Ohio State University - John Coyne, President, Medina City Council Armwrestling gains popularity in Northeast Ohio Armwrestling has been around for centuries, but for many people, the sport's most memorable pop culture moment came in the 1987 Sylvester Stallone movie, "Over the Top." The film follows a single father who enters a Las Vegas armwrestling competition, hoping to secure a future for his son. Today, armwrestling is finding new life in Ohio, with clubs popping up across the state. To end the hour, we'll hear from two Northeast Ohio professionals. We'll talk about how they got into the sport, what it takes to compete and why armwrestling is attracting a new generation of athletes. Guests: - Megann Galehouse, U.S. National Champion, Cleveland Armwrestling - Kevin Palko, Founder and Head Coach, Cleveland Armwrestling

When disaster strikes, the decisions made in the first hours can have a major impact on the extent of the damage and the recovery process.In this episode of OMAG All Access, host William Shepherd, OMAG Director of Risk Management, sits down with Jay Baker and Ryan Allen of ServiceMaster to discuss disaster response and restoration for Oklahoma cities and towns.From water and fire damage to tornadoes, flooding and mold, the conversation covers what happens after a loss, why a quick response matters and what municipalities can do before disaster strikes. Jay and Ryan also share lessons from decades of restoration experience, common mistakes that can lead to additional damage and what municipalities should consider when choosing a restoration partner.In this episode:Why restoration professionals should be contacted as quickly as possible after a lossHow delayed response can lead to secondary damageSteps municipalities can take before a disaster occursWhat city staff can safely do while waiting for help to arriveCommon mistakes during the restoration processWhat to look for when selecting a restoration partnerLessons learned from major floods, tornadoes and other challenging lossesPreparation can make all the difference when the unexpected happens. Listen in for practical information that can help your municipality build a stronger disaster response plan.

Fewer EPA headlines can feel like a green light, but environmental liability does not disappear when oversight fades. We sit down with CRC environmental specialists Harrison Scheider and Dustin Helmenstein to unpack the biggest misconception we hear from insureds and even seasoned agents: “less regulation means less environmental risk.” The laws that create liability largely remain, and the pollution exclusion in GL and property policies can turn an everyday incident into a painful coverage surprise.We dig into what makes environmental claims so tricky, and along the way, we connect the dots for common insured profiles including contractors, manufacturers, real estate owners, habitational and hotel risks, healthcare, and municipalities, plus what faster permitting and accelerated construction can change on the ground.To keep it practical, we share four questions retail agents can use right now to uncover exposures early, create better renewal conversations, and avoid relying on limited GL endorsements that are not true affirmative pollution coverage. If you want a clearer, more confident way to talk environmental insurance, pollution liability, and coverage gaps with clients, hit play and take notes.  Visit REDYIndex.com for critical pricing analysis and a snapshot of the marketplace.Do you want to take your career to the next level? Join #TeamCRC to get access to best-in-class tools, data, exclusive programs, and more! Send your resume to resumes@crcgroup.com today!

Clement Manyathela and the listeners discuss the proposal by the Democratic Alliance to involve the private sector in basic service delivery, as put forward in its manifesto, which was revealed this past weekend. The listeners also discuss the matter of youth unemployment. You’re listening to The Clement Manyathela Show on 702. Clement Manyathela makes sense of the news of the day while sharing information to guide you through daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles both the serious and the light-hearted on your behalf. Thank you for listening. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 9 am to 12 pm (South African time) on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show and catch-up podcasts, visit Primedia+ https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Keep the conversation going online: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bongani Bingwa speaks to Dawie Roodt, Director and Chief Economist at the Efficient Group, and Professor Siphamandla Zondi from the Department of Politics and International Relations at the University of Johannesburg, about the DA’s newly unveiled local government manifesto. The party is promising better-run municipalities, reliable basic services, cleaner governance and greater economic opportunity, but the big question is whether these promises are practical and financially achievable. They examine whether the DA’s record in municipalities it governs can realistically be replicated across South Africa, and whether this manifesto offers a credible blueprint for fixing local government or simply sounds better on paper than it may work in practice. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg-based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your behalf. The team brings you all you need to know to start your day Thank you for listening. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 6 am to 9 am (SA Time) https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show and catch-up podcasts, visit Primedia+ here https://buff.ly/zEcM35T Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Let’s keep the conversation going online: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa Melane speaks to Dr Harlan Cloete about the DA’s proposal to allow private companies to provide municipal services and whether privatisation could improve service delivery. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thabo Shole-Mashao, standing in for Clement Manyathela, speaks with the listeners about who would make a great first female president for South Africa, and the proposal to outsource some of the services delivered in municipalities. You’re listening to The Clement Manyathela Show on 702. Clement Manyathela makes sense of the news of the day while sharing information to guide you through daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles both the serious and the light-hearted on your behalf. Thank you for listening. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 9 am to 12 pm (South African time) on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show and catch-up podcasts, visit Primedia+ https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ Subscribe to the 702 daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Keep the conversation going online: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thabo Shole Mashao speaks to Miyelani Holeni, Local Governance expert on the DA's plans to outsource some municipal services including electricity and water. They also touch on the complications and benefits that privatizing some of the service delivery might bring to residents. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PFAS rules from the EPA have been getting a lot of attention, as the Trump administration looks to make controversial adjustments. One recent rule change effected drinking water, but crucially, only impacted publicly owned municipal drinking water systems.  HRP's Bryan Massa, LSP, Regional Office manager for HRP Massachusetts, and PFAS expert, has worked closely with exactly the type of drinking water utilities that will have to be incompliance with these agency rules.  For today's episode of the PFAS Pulse Podcast, Bryan will walk us through the rules as they've stood and explain the nuances and complexities that come with utilities remaining in compliance.  Listen to learn more and subscribe to The Pulse for all the details.

On Thursday 6th August 2026, Carl Munson's Good Morning Portugal! news reports nearly 30 municipalities at maximum wildfire danger and more than 100 others in the interior north and centre at high risk, with temperatures rising.Other headlines include the Tagus bridge trains having carried 560 million passengers since 1999, higher-education applications closing today with more places available than last year, FIFA denying a report about a World Cup final in Morocco, Benfica and Braga playing in European competitions, Prime Minister Luís Montenegro defending a migration policy focused on integration rather than an open-door approach amid the Ceuta crisis, free eclipse-viewing glasses having already run out ahead of the 12 August total solar eclipse, and a brief weather round-up across Portugal and the islands.#GoodMorningPortugal #PortugalNews #WildfireRisk #TagusTrains #HigherEducation #FIFA #Benfica #Braga #MigrationPolicy #SolarEclipse #Portugal2026Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-good-morning-portugal-podcast-with-carl-munson--2903992/support.Get help moving to and living in Portugal

In episode 76 of the Princeton Podcast, mayor Mark Freda sits down with Ari Meisel, Executive Director of the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad.Ari and Mark discuss how the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad combines career and volunteer Emergency Medical Technicians under the same high standards. Together, they provide both life-saving Emergency Medical Services and wide-ranging technical rescue services. They also work in close coordination with Princeton's fire and police departments.Ari describes the Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad's impressive fleet and specialized capabilities. These include swift water rescue, rope rescue, and rehab support for first responders. He explains why having a dedicated, locally based squad makes a critical difference in response times.The conversation also covers the squad's independent nonprofit funding model, as well as how local residents can get involved through volunteering, training pathways, donations, and community events.This episode of the Princeton Podcast is sponsored by the Municipality of Princeton – encouraging civic participation and amplifying the voices that shape our community.Visit WebsiteThe Princeton Podcast is produced by the Podcast Production Team at HG Media, providing audio and video production services here in Princeton since 1999. The Municipality of Princeton is not responsible for the content of the Princeton Podcast or its production, editing or distribution.If you enjoy the Princeton Podcast please share it with your friends and subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Mpumi Zikalala, CEO of Kumba Iron Ore, about the miner’s 41% drop in half-year profit, driven by a stronger rand, weaker iron ore prices, rising operating costs, and shifting demand from key export markets. In other interviews, Miyelani Holeni, Municipal Governance Expert talks about National Treasury’s decision to release R7.1 billion in previously withheld municipal funding, and why municipalities that fail to improve their financial management could face future funding cuts. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alangan (Insufficient) A god could fix everything. Like Chay Datuin's mistakes. Mari wakes up. Content Warnings: References to mass murder, police brutality, political violence, self-hatred. Glossary of Terms: Nanay - Mother/MomHilot - A folk healing practice involving the physical manipulation of the body (usually through massage)Barangay - A subdivision of Municipalities or Cities in the Philippines, similar to villages or suburbsMambabarang - A type of sorcerer that uses insects BECOME A PATRON and get bonus audio, art, video, and even bonus episodes:https://www.patreon.com/hinaypodOr BUY US A MILK TEA (KO-FI):https://ko-fi.com/hinaypodYou can follow our socials @ hinaypod on Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky for more updates.-CARE FOR GAZA is delivering aid within Gaza. As Israel's blockade is preventing food from entering Gaza, it's important to donate to aid groups working within Gaza to save Palestinian lives, and to continue pushing world governments for sanctions and arms embargoes on Israel.@careforgaza on Twitterhttps://gogetfunding.com/CFG2025/https://chuffed.org/project/careforgazaE-SIMS FOR GAZA: https://www.gazaesims.com/ where you can help Palestinians connect to loved ones, help doctors stay connected to each other, and help journalists broadcast the truth. You can follow @mirna_elhelbawi and Connecting Humanity on socials for more info and updates, as well as answers to common questions.CRIPS FOR E-SIMS FOR GAZA by disabilityvisibilityproject: https://chuffed.org/project/crips-for-esims-for-gaza Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Permitting delays can increase construction costs, frustrate applicants and slow the delivery of much-needed housing. But modernizing the process requires more than simply replacing paper with technology. In this week's episode of Feds At The Edge, we explore how government and industry leaders are combining policy reform, digital workflows, cloud technology and AI to reduce permitting backlogs and improve the building approval process. John W. Lane of the Town of Caledon examines outdated bylaws, inconsistent processes and ways to accelerate reviews without sacrificing safety. Philip Mosher of the Municipality of North Grenville shares how updated zoning rules, integrated workflows and dashboards can help expose bottlenecks and move applications forward. James Nyhus of the District of Sechelt discusses moving from paper files to cloud-based permitting and tablet inspections, while Salesforce's Nadia Hansen explores how AI could support document processing, workload planning and routine applicant questions.  Tune in on your favorite podcast platform for a practical look at how government can connect people, processes and technology to deliver faster, more responsive services.      

Van Vlissingen & Co.'s Gordon Lamphere on Chicago's tale-of-two-cities office market, why energy access is the industry's most under-talked-about asset, and what it actually takes to build a podcast and a practice from scratch.  The Crexi Podcast connects commercial real estate (CRE) professionals with industry insights built for smart decision-making. In each episode, we explore the latest trends, innovations and opportunities shaping commercial real estate, because we believe knowledge should move at the speed of ambition and every conversation should empower professionals to act with greater clarity and confidence. Gordon Lamphere is a fourth-generation real estate professional, licensed Illinois and Wisconsin broker, and Vice President at Van Vlissingen & Co., the Midwest's oldest private commercial real estate firm. He advises owners, tenants, and investors across more than 100 transactions a year throughout greater Chicagoland, and hosts the Real Finds podcast, where he interviews developers, corporate occupiers, economists, and policy leaders shaping the built environment.  In this episode, Gordon joins host Shanti Ryle on how AI has changed the speed and sophistication of deal-making, why Chicago's office market is really a tale of two cities, the industrial and multifamily conversions filling the gap, and why access to power — not politics — may be the biggest driver of the next five years in CRE.  00:00 Welcome to The Crexi Podcast  00:18 Introducing Gordon Lamphere of Van Vlissingen & Co.  01:27 Fourth-generation real estate: growing up around the business  03:00 A detour to law school and Tulane's maritime program  06:00 Why brokerage won out over practicing law  07:00 The grind: 70-hour weeks, no money, no clients  10:30 How AI and digitalization sped up transactions  14:00 Higher client expectations: deal analysis, reporting, and AI  16:00 What lawyers still do that AI can't: real deal advice  19:00 AI isn't God: why brokers still have to seek the truth  22:00 Selecting clients: why he turns down more deals than he takes  25:00 Sniffing out tire kickers before wasting time  27:30 Chicago's office market: a tale of two cities  29:00 Why so much Class B/C office is functionally obsolete  30:30 Industrial and multifamily conversions filling the gap  33:00 Municipalities, zoning, and the housing crisis  35:00 Capital markets: why big deals move slower now  38:00 What makes a deal pencil in 2026  39:30 Sun Belt migration vs. the case for Chicagoland  41:30 Inside the Real Finds podcast: who he talks to and why  42:00 Energy as the most under-talked-about asset in CRE  43:00 Nuclear, hydrogen, and the race for grid access  45:30 Translating macro trends without losing the micro nuance  48:00 The double-edged sword of content creation  52:00 Advice for anyone thinking about starting a platform  55:00 Rapid fire: deploying $50M in real estate today  56:30 The worst advice he's ever gotten  58:00 What keeps him optimistic about Chicagoland.   Like this? Hop on over to our blog to check out the latest CRE hot tips and insights: https://bit.ly/3TAD75S  Subscribe and receive the latest in CRE from Crexi: https://www.youtube.com/c/CREXi?sub_c  Follow Crexi:  Website: https://bit.ly/3TAD75S  Instagram: https://bit.ly/3SxVtDk  Facebook: https://bit.ly/3DppaSH  Twitter: https://bit.ly/3D1Qe91  Linkedin: https://bit.ly/3zcDMCh    About Gordon Lamphere:  Gordon Lamphere is a Vice President and licensed broker at Van Vlissingen & Co., the Midwest's oldest private commercial real estate firm, where he advises owners, tenants, and investors on more than 100 transactions annually across office, industrial, and land assets throughout greater Chicagoland. He holds a JD from Tulane University Law School, where he majored in maritime and logistics law, and is an honors graduate of St. Mary's College of Maryland. Beyond his transactional work, Gordon leads Van Vlissingen & Co.'s media and marketing platform and hosts Real Finds, Chicago's leading commercial real estate podcast, where he interviews developers, corporate occupiers, economists, and policy leaders shaping the future of the built environment.  About Crexi: Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction — Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has facilitated over $1 trillion in transactions, 8.6 billion square feet leased, and supports a growing community of more For show notes, past guests, and more CRE content, please check out Crexi's blog.Looking to stay ahead in commercial real estate? Visit Crexi to explore properties, analyze markets, and connect with opportunities nationwide. Follow Crexi:https://www.crexi.com/​ https://www.crexi.com/instagram​ https://www.crexi.com/facebook​ https://www.crexi.com/twitter​ https://www.crexi.com/linkedin​ https://www.youtube.com/crexi About Crexi:Crexi is reimagining commercial real estate with an AI-powered platform built to deliver smarter, more efficient solutions at every stage of the deal lifecycle. From real-time data and market insights with Crexi Intelligence, to targeted property marketing and seamless deal management through Crexi PRO, and a transparent, time-bound bidding experience with Crexi Auction— Crexi enables users to evaluate opportunities, maximize exposure, and close with speed and confidence. To date, Crexi has subsidized over $2.74 trillion in property value, 26 billion square feet listed, and supports a growing community of more than 23 million yearly users.

Anne Stevenson-Yang describes the collapse of China's real estate market, where half-empty apartment towers in ghost cities now offer cheap rent to young workers. Municipalities are burdened with massive debt from failed development projects, and building maintenance is deteriorating as developers walk away. (15)19116

SCHEDULE OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 7-1--2026.1804 GREENWICHRick Fisher discusses China's Tiangong space station, which is set to double in size by 2030 and host international partners. He highlights dual-use military concerns and potential plans for a lunar toll booth at the L2 Lagrange point to control access to the moon. (1)Jim Fanell explains China's "salami slicing" tactics in the maritime domain, using law enforcement vessels to claim sovereign jurisdiction over waters east of Taiwan. He recommends the U.S. counter these moves by sending an aircraft carrier strike group through the Taiwan Strait to assert international law. (2)Steve Yates analyzes China's Ethnic Unity Law, which codifies ethnonationalism and criminalizes the denial of Chinese identity even for those outside the PRC. The law targets Taiwanese identity and may lead to the extradition of critics, reflecting the CCP's focus on total ideological control. (3)Gordon Chang and Steve Yates discuss the alarm in Beijing after a small aircraft crashed into the CITIC Tower, highlighting vulnerabilities in China's air defenses near the leadership compound. The incident shattered the narrative of an impervious security state, raising fears that drones could easily strike the capital. (4)Bob Zimmerman discusses Rocket Lab's acquisition of Iridium for $8 billion, signaling a trend toward vertical integration. He also covers Blue Origin's investigation into a launchpad explosion and SpaceX's Star Mind data constellation, emphasizing the importance of corporate transparency and risk-taking in the space industry. (5)Bob Zimmerman reports that NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman is streamlining the Artemis program by focusing on a lunar base and leveraging private sector contracts for landers and infrastructure. Meanwhile, the Boeing Starlinerprogram is likely dead following poor performance and the Inspector General's recommendation to halt further funding. (6)Bob Zimmerman examines new spaceports in Sweden, Oman, and Australia, noting geographical and financial challenges. He criticizes India's ISRO for a lack of transparency regarding delays in the Gaganyaan manned mission and undisclosed rocket failures, warning that such secrecy breeds public distrust. (7)Bob Zimmerman reports research showing weightlessness harms reproduction in mice, suggesting humans will need artificial gravity for long-term missions. On Mars, Curiosity discovered unique polygon ridges, possibly indicating ancient water. Additionally, New Horizons confirmed the solar wind slows at the solar system's edge. (8)Professor Evan Ellis discusses the two massive earthquakes that struck Venezuela, causing widespread destruction due to corrupt building practices and neglected infrastructure. The U.S. military has deployed 900 personnel for relief as the illegitimate Rodriguez government struggles to provide an effective humanitarian response to the mounting tragedy. (9)Professor Evan Ellis analyzes the challenges facing President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella, who must reverse fiscal mismanagement while navigating a divided Congress. His administration plans a hardline stance against illegal armed groups like the ELN and FARC to restore state authority and encourage foreign investment in the mining and oil sectors. (10)Professor Evan Ellis reports that Keiko Fujimori is the declared victor in Peru's election, promising a pro-security, pro-U.S. agenda despite continued economic ties with China. Meanwhile, Bolivia remains unstable as President Rodrigo Paznavigates an economic crisis, currency devaluation, and ongoing pressure from former leader Evo Morales. (11)Professor Evan Ellis discusses the U.S. decision not to renew the USMCA, maintaining leverage over Mexico regarding security and immigration. In Argentina, a cabinet resignation due to corruption investigations highlights vulnerabilities for President Milei's administration despite his successful macroeconomic turnarounds and libertarian policies that have improved the country's financial standing. (12)Simon Constable reports on the breaking of a severe European heat wave and shifting commodity prices, with Brentcrude seeing a significant drop. In the UK, Andy Burnham is positioned as a potential new Prime Minister, though there are calls for a general election. (13)Michael Bernstam reports that Ukrainian drone strikes have taken 28% of Russian oil refineries out of commission, causing widespread fuel shortages and forcing Russia to import gasoline. Vladimir Putin admitted the situation is "difficult" as Crimea faces crises in fuel, food, and water due to severed supply routes. (14)Anne Stevenson-Yang describes the collapse of China's real estate market, where half-empty apartment towers in ghost cities now offer cheap rent to young workers. Municipalities are burdened with massive debt from failed development projects, and building maintenance is deteriorating as developers walk away. (15)Justin Leopold Cohen discusses the trilateral framework between Israel, Lebanon, and the U.S. that aims to disarm Hezbollah, though the group has rejected the terms. Despite reduced Iranian power, Hezbollah remains a heavily armed proxy, maintaining extensive tunnel networks and continuing clashes with the IDF along the border. (16)Each file is now a single paragraph, John — headlines and guest lines fully folded in, numbering intact at the tail. Let me know if anything needs another pass.