The Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Podcast: Recent Episodes
James Garbutt and Denny Dumas
The Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team are consistently ranked in the top 1% of Realtors in Greater Vancouver with over $300 million in sales over the past 3 years. James Garbutt and Denny Dumas introduce their new podcast about their knowledge and personal experiences in the world of real estate. The podcast will focus on current topics in Vancouver Real Estate and will feature a variety of guests with backgrounds in mortgage lending, real estate investing, property managing and new developments.
Today's buyers have more options, more leverage, and higher expectations than they've had in years. Learn what that means for homeowners planning to list their property in 2026 and how to position your home for a successful sale.
James and Denny share what they're seeing firsthand as Vancouver sellers adapt to a market where buyers have more choice and negotiating power. In this episode, they discuss what to expect when listing your home in 2026 and the strategies that are helping homes stand out.
This episode will focus on the current buyer's market and how sellers can prepare, renegotiations happening often, offers falling apart, accepting prices under listing, buyers reaching for extra items, the importance of inspections, and unpermitted renovations.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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The Vancouver real estate market continues to feel slow, with cautious buyers, hesitant sellers, and very little appetite for investment properties. This episode also looks at some of the more recent political decisions and what it could mean for housing, development, and confidence across the Lower Mainland.
James and Denny share their on-the-ground take on a slow Vancouver real estate market, where buyers are hesitant, sellers are frustrated, and investment properties are getting harder to justify. They also dig into the Richmond Cowichan decision and how it may affect confidence, development, and the conversations they're having with clients right now.
This episode will focus on current housing statistics and news, showing what's really going on in New West, Tri-Cities, East Van, North Van, Burnaby, Maple Ridge, Surrey and Downtown Vancouver.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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In today's Vancouver real estate market, strategic renovations can make the difference between sitting on the market and selling with confidence. This episode breaks down how sellers should approach upgrades, pricing, and preparation to maximize value without over-improving in a shifting market.
James and Denny break down the renovation do's and don'ts that actually matter when getting your home ready for sale, drawing from their on-the-ground experience with buyers and sellers across Vancouver. They share where to spend, where to save, and the common mistakes that can cost you thousands in today's market.
This episode will focus on how to get the most out of renovating before selling, how to prepare the home for a sale, taking advantage of spring and fall markets, decluttering and simple preparations.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Rates are on hold, but the market isn't moving. We unpack why 2025 was one of the slowest years for Vancouver real estate and what this stalemate means for 2026.
James and Denny share what they're seeing as Vancouver realtors in a stalled market. With rates on hold and sales at 2025 lows, they break down what's actually happening at showings.
This episode will focus on the BoC rate Hold, 2025 having the lowest number of sales in a long time, rents keep coming down, investor struggles, fixed or variable mortgages, people are still looking to make moves, and future market predictions.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel.
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Being a landlord in Vancouver has never been more challenging. With rising operating costs, tightening regulations, and softening rental returns, many investors are questioning whether holding residential property still makes financial sense in today's market. What was once considered a safe, long-term wealth strategy now comes with more uncertainty, more risks, and fewer rewards.
James and Denny break down the current landlord dilemma from the front lines of Vancouver real estate. They also explore what the future could look like—and whether being a landlord in Vancouver can still be worth it.
This episode will focus on being a landlord in today's current real estate market, being impossible to be cash flow positive, developers struggling and less homes being built, when tenanted properties sell, very few people take over the tenancies, investors not buying, wrongful evictions and future predictions.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel.
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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The Bank of Canada's latest rate cut has buyers hopeful, but the Vancouver market tells a different story. Despite lower borrowing costs, inventory continues to climb, and many homes are still sitting as we move deeper into a true buyer's market.
James and Denny share what they're seeing firsthand as realtors in today's shifting market — listings sitting longer, price reductions becoming common, and buyers taking their time. They discuss how this new phase is changing strategies for both buyers and sellers as confidence slowly rebuilds after the BoC's latest rate cut.
This episode will focus on the most recent BoC rate cut, how lower rates are (and aren't) impacting buyer activity in Vancouver and surrounding areas, rising inventory levels, buyer and seller psychology, and market outlook for the next few months.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Depreciation reports are one of the most important — and misunderstood — tools in strata real estate. These reports reveal the true condition of a building, outline upcoming repair costs, and can significantly influence a property's value and long-term investment potential.
James and Denny break down how depreciation reports influence strata health, budgeting, and property values, helping buyers and owners understand the real story behind the numbers.
This episode will focus on depreciation reports and why they're required in B.C., how often depreciation reports should be updated, the connection between depreciation reports and strata fees or special levies, common red flags to look for in aging buildings and a call back to episode 40 on depreciation reports.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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The Bank of Canada’s 0.25% rate cut has done little to heat up Vancouver’s sluggish real estate market, leaving buyers and sellers cautious in an increasingly volatile environment. Developers are feeling the squeeze as high costs, weak demand, and policy shifts make it harder than ever to bring projects to life.
James and Denny talk about supporting clients as they adapt to the realities of a slower housing market, sharing insights on shifting buyer expectations, seller strategies, and how to stay prepared in today’s uncertain landscape.
This episode will focus on the BoC rate cut, the realities of a slower market, fixed rate changes as bonds go down, the uncertainty of everything, very low sales volumes, and selling stats covering Burnaby, Coquitlam, New West, East Van and North Van.
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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A swell of condo inventory is reshaping the resale landscape, giving buyers unprecedented choice and bargaining power. We’ll unpack where the numbers sit now and spotlight the savvy moves that can turn this surplus into opportunity.
James and Denny share how they’re approaching the condo market’s high-inventory landscape with both buyers and sellers, unpacking the tactics that help clients stand out and capitalize on surplus supply.
This episode will focus on the current condo resale market in Vancouver, high levels of inventory, conversations with buyers and sellers, the New West condo market, sales ratios, and the difficulty in selling.
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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The shifting buyers’ market is rewriting Vancouver real estate playbooks, demanding frank conversations that sometimes include tough truths on pricing and timelines. This episode unpacks how to deliver bad news gracefully while setting rock-solid expectations that keep both buyers and sellers confident and on track.
James and Denny share real-life conversations with clients and discuss how important it is to set expectations early on.
This episode will focus on tough conversations with buyers and sellers, delivering bad news, setting expectations, buyers taking their time, people dealing with FOMO, dealing with low ball offers, bringing clarity to the situation and predictions for the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Metro Vancouver is experiencing a deceptively quiet spring with inventory climbing even as the Bank of Canada holds rates steady. We unpack how that rising supply and the new GST changes could reshape strategies for buyers, sellers, and investors alike.
James and Denny discuss how they’re navigating today’s buyer-seller dynamics and the real-world scenarios unfolding in the market.
This episode will focus on the Bank of Canada rate hold decision, climbing inventories, low sales volume across all markets, first-time buyers' GST changes, economic woes, tough time to list, great time for buyers, and fall market predictions.
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Vancouver’s condo market is reeling as presale buyers face steep losses, with completed units reselling for less than their launch prices. Analysts warn that the wave of cancellations, investor fatigue, and rising carrying costs has turned once-sure-thing presales into a cautionary tale of condo crisis and buyer pain.
James and Denny dive into Vancouver’s condo crisis, spotlighting painful presale contracts and Brentwood towers now trading below their launch prices.
This episode will focus on pre-sale condo pain, Vancouver and Toronto condo collapse, selling less than presale, buyers not qualifying for mortgages, many families not looking to live in condos, developers struggling and predictions for the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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The Bank of Canada has kept its benchmark interest rate steady at 2.75%, putting a pause on a streak of seven straight cuts. In its Wednesday announcement, the Bank acknowledged a significant slowdown in the Canadian economy but opted to hold the rate as it awaits more clarity on U.S. trade policy and the broader effects of tariffs.
James and Denny share their on-the-ground insights as Vancouver realtors, highlighting what they’re seeing in this spring market.
This episode will focus on the Bank of Canada's recent rate hold, more rate cuts this year, fixed rates going up, variable vs fixed in the current market, upcoming elections, rental rates going down, construction is very expensive and predictions for the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Thinking about jumping into real estate? In this episode, we discuss whether investing in Vancouver real estate still makes sense today, explore different property types, and discuss long-term appreciation in a market everyone’s watching.
James and Denny discuss whether it’s still worth investing in the Vancouver real estate market, diving into current trends and popular investment property types.
This episode will focus on investing in Vancouver real estate and if it's still worth it, different property types and their popularity, is positive cash flow possible, being in a buyers market, the current state of prebuilts, and long-term appreciation predictions.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
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The real estate market has yet to gain the momentum many expected, with buyer demand remaining sluggish despite seasonal trends. However, some properties are still holding at peak pricing and even attracting multiple offers.
James and Denny discuss the types of properties receiving multiple offers despite the overall slow real estate market in the Lower Mainland.
This episode will focus on the low activity in the real estate market, being prepared for multiple offers, predictions for the spring, lot's of uncertainty, high end properties really struggling, condos not moving fast, developers slowing down construction products, and future predictions.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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The Bank of Canada has implemented its seventh consecutive rate cut, continuing its aggressive push to stimulate economic growth amid slowing inflation and global uncertainty. This latest reduction signals ongoing concerns about consumer spending, business investment, and the broader impact of tariffs and upcoming elections on the Canadian economy.
James and Denny share what they are currently seeing in the Vancouver real estate market, including how the rate cut is impacting home prices, buyer activity, and market sentiment.
This episode will focus on the rate cut effects on the Lower Mainland real estate markets, upcoming elections and potential impact, the on and off again tariffs, high levels of inventory, North Van pulling back regulations on Air BnB, all the home tax changes over the last 9 years, and predictions for the future.
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Flipping homes in British Columbia can be a lucrative venture, but with rising costs, market fluctuations, and strict taxation rules, is it still worth it? In this episode, we break down the realities of house flipping in BC, the taxes that can eat into your profits, and whether investors can still make money in today’s market.
James and Denny share their personal experiences flipping homes and discuss their insights into the current market.
This episode will focus on the flipping game in the Lower Mainland, flipping taxes and how they work, expensive materials and labor making things hard, relying on market gains, double dipping on GST on new builds, developers are struggling and future predicitions.
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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With upcoming federal elections, the threat of Trump's tariffs, and constant density changes, the Vancouver real estate market is shrouded in uncertainty. It’s hard to predict what the future holds as these dynamic factors continue to influence market trends.
James and Denny offer their insights into the current state of Vancouver's real estate market. They also discuss how shifts in density may influence home prices across the city.
This episode will focus on the current state of real estate in Vancouver, density changes and the effects, upcoming federal elections, potential Trump tariffs and what they mean, slow-moving condos and luxury homes, appreciating land, and the lack of townhomes in many communities
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
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The Bank of Canada (BoC) has lowered its key interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point to 3%. This marks the sixth consecutive cut since June, bringing the benchmark rate down by a total of 200 basis points from its peak of 5% in July 2023.
James and Denny share what they see in today's real estate market and how these rate cuts affect everyday sales.
This episode will focus on the BoC's most recent rate cut, predictions for future cuts, effects on the real estate market, 5-year fixed vs variable rate comparisons, home sales volume increasing, certain housing products will keep struggling, upcoming federal election, new policy changes, and predictions for 2025.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Whether it’s an up-and-coming area or a timelessly desirable community, certain neighbourhoods offer compelling reasons to invest—even during a down market. However, pinpointing these prime spots can often be a challenge.
James and Denny share their list of the best neighbourhoods and talk about what makes them so special and why they picked them.
This episode will focus on popular neighbourhoods in the Lower Mainland, dream places to upsize, the most popular communities, the best bang for your buck, family-oriented, neighbourhoods covered in these cities; North Van, East Van, Coquitlam, Port Moody, Langley and Port Coquitlam.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
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Vancouver remains the priciest city in Canada for renters, though rents for vacant apartments are gradually decreasing from last year’s peak. According to the latest rent reports, the average monthly rent for an empty one-bedroom apartment in Vancouver is now $2,690, a 4.6% drop from last year.
James and Denny discuss what they're observing in the real estate market and how falling rental rates impact their day-to-day work.
This episode will focus on what happening in Vancouver rental markets, how rental rates affect investors, cash flow with current mortgages and rental prices, rental rates going down across the lower mainland, being a landlord and rental-specific data in Brentwood, New West, Surrey, Port Moody, and Port Coquitlam.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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The Bank of Canada has reduced its key interest rate by 50 basis points to 3.75 percent, marking the first cut of this size since the COVID-19 pandemic. This rate cut was prompted by the latest Canadian inflation report, showing the Consumer Price Index (CPI) dropped to a year-over-year rate of 1.6%, below the Bank of Canada’s 2% target range.
James and Denny discuss their insights on Vancouver's real estate market and the impact of the recent rate cut on home prices.
This episode will focus on the recent BoC rate cute and the effects on real estate, the bizarre state of the current market, how close are we to the bottom? Sellers holding firm, inventory piling up, some optimism about the future, current variable vs fixed mortgage rates and future predictions.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Managing difficult conversations with real estate clients effectively is key to maintaining strong relationships. Staying informed about current market conditions and the factors that can cause deals to fall through is crucial for navigating these situations.
James and Denny discuss how they handle delivering bad news, emphasizing the critical importance of open communication between realtors and clients.
This episode will focus on collapsed deals in real estate, the importance of always understanding the current market conditions, inspection items, people walking out of deals, due diligence during slower times, and less certain buyers, communication is everything.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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As election day nears, the B.C. NDP and Conservatives remain divided on housing. NDP Leader David Eby warns that John Rustad's Conservatives would undo most of the NDP's housing policies, including Bill 44, a stance the Conservatives openly endorse.
James and Denny share their thoughts on Bill 44 and discuss how housing will be affected depending on who wins the election.
This episode will focus on Bill 44 and small scale multi development, the BC election, NDP's housing policies, Cons housing policies, poor city planning making development difficult, how realistic Bill 44 is, how cities will fight it, too many condos being built and predictions for the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
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The new CMHC rules will enable more homebuyers to qualify for mortgage insurance, potentially allowing them to secure larger mortgage amounts, and making homeownership more accessible. This includes 30-year amortization periods and mortgage insurance qualification for houses up to $1.5 million.
James and Denny share their thoughts on these changes as the government tries to stimulate home buying through policy.
This episode will focus on CMHC's new lending rules, new mortgage caps, longer amortizations, new construction rule changes, prolonged presales, buyers walking away from condos, the government trying to stimulate home buying, and comparisons to 2007/08.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
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As the fall season sets in, the real estate market is experiencing a noticeable slowdown, with lower-than-usual sales compared to previous years. Buyers and sellers alike are feeling the effects of shifting economic conditions, leading to more cautious decision-making and longer listing times.
James and Denny discuss how they navigate slower market periods and share insights into the conversations they're having with both buyers and sellers during these times.
This episode will focus on how buys and sellers are treating the current market, the effect of interest rates on sales, ambitious sellers, cautious buyers, luxury homes and condos sitting, development projects not competing, predictions for the fall and stats for North Burnaby, New West, Port Moody, North Van, and East Van.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
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To tackle the housing crisis, the Province implemented a series of legislative changes in the fall of 2023 with Bills 44 and 47. These changes permit small-scale multi-unit housing and increase density in transit-oriented development areas, ensuring more people can access homes within their familiar communities.
James and Denny go over the new changes and discuss how they will affect different communities across the Lower Mainland in varying ways.
This episode will focus on housing density and plans to address the issue, certain cities asking for exclusions, 3-4 plexes on single-family home lots, skytrain/ transit proximity rules, bringing density to Shaugnessy and West Van, changing floor space ratios, and future predictions.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
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The real estate market in Vancouver is showing signs of revival following a recent rate cut by the Bank of Canada, which has made borrowing more affordable for potential buyers. With expectations of more rate cuts incoming, experts anticipate further boosts in market activity and home sales in the coming months.
James and Denny offer their personal insights on how the recent rate cuts have impacted Vancouver's real estate market, highlighting which cities have been affected the most.
This episode will focus on the Bank of Canada rate cuts, more rate cuts in the future, longer days on market for properties, the current state of new construction, selling and buying recreational properties, and future predictions.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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As the June 30 deadline for amending zoning bylaws has passed, city governments in BC have detailed new construction permissions for single-family properties starting in July.
James and Denny discuss the impact of these changes on Vancouver real estate from the perspectives of buyers, sellers, and investors.
This episode will focus on new zoning bylaws and what they mean, small-scale multi-unit housing, floor space ratio changes, Transit-oriented development areas, and how this will help with density.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
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Listings are up, pre-sales are down, and prices are easing in Vancouver's housing market. This shift indicates a cooling trend as more properties become available while fewer buyers commit to pre-sales, leading to a gradual decline in housing prices.
James and Denny share what they see in this market and offer predictions on where things are going.
This episode will focus on sales slowing down and the increase in inventory, heading toward a buyer's market, more listings, and home sales stats for Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, North Vancouver, Downtown Vancouver and Burnaby (Brentwood).
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The Bank of Canada's recent decision to cut its overnight rate to 4.75% marks the first rate cut in over four years. The BoC indicates a shift in monetary policy aimed at easing financial conditions as inflationary pressures show signs of subsiding. This move is expected to have several implications for the real estate market in Canada.
James and Denny share what they are seeing in today's Vancouver real estate market and offer their predictions on how these rate cuts will affect the market.
This episode will focus on Canada's first interest rate cut, its effects on real estate, cutting because of economic pressure, media headlines and lack of optimism, different home types reacting in different ways, good products moving fast, people holding firm on prices, 3 year fixed vs variable mortgage products, and predictions for the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
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Acquiring a foreclosed property in Canada can offer substantial savings on a home or investment property. These properties are those that a lender has seized after the borrower failed to meet their mortgage obligations.
James and Denny share their personal experiences with foreclosures and what the purchasing process looks like.
This Episode will focus on foreclosures and if they can be worth it, how the process differs from resale, removing subjects in court, the bidding process, lawyer involvement, and the overall process.
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As per the BC Real Estate Association, the real estate market in the province is displaying indications of a rebound, although home sales continue to lag behind the 10-year average. Brendon Ogmundson, Chief Economist at BCREA, elaborated that while activity is increasing, home sales are still below typical levels, and home prices have remained relatively stable since last summer.
James and Denny share what they are seeing in this real estate market and offer predictions for what may happen in the summer and fall.
This episode will focus on the current spring real estate market in Vancouver, sales volume and ratios, luxury condos struggling, more options for buyers, rates staying high, difficulties with land value, future predictions and housing stats from New West, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Yaletown, Maple Ridge and Burnaby.
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On Tuesday, the federal government announced its 2024 budget, committing to extensive new spending funded by fresh revenue sources. This year's federal budget is centred on three key objectives: increasing the availability of affordable housing, reducing living costs, and fostering economic growth that benefits everyone.
James and Denny share their thoughts on the recently released federal budget and plans to make housing more affordable. They also discuss BOC numbers and their effects on the current Vancouver real estate market.
This episode will focus on the recently released federal budget and it's effects on real estate, Bank of Canada announcements, 6th rate hold in a row, CPI at 2.9%, housing initiatives, a new tax on residential vacant land, help for student rentals, increase in capital gains tax, Home Buyers Plan increase to $60,000, and longer amortization on mortgages for first-time buyers.
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Unlocking the value of your home or any real estate property you're considering buying or selling is a nuanced process that requires a keen understanding of the market.
Denny and Monica share their personal experiences with evaluating homes and whether it's better to buy or sell your home first.
This episode will focus on those looking to make a real estate move, upsizing and downsizing conversations, properly evaluating your home, buying or selling first, the importance of timing and what to expect throughout the process.
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Recent legislative changes in British Columbia aim to address the soaring cost of housing, reflecting the province's efforts to tackle the persistent issue of affordability in the real estate market. Denny and Monica review the new policy changes and share their thoughts on how they will affect the Vancouver real estate market. This episode will focus on recent real estate policy changes aimed to combat the high prices of homes, the foreign buyer ban extended, first time home buyers program updated, new anti-flipping tax laws, Trudeau's $2 billion pledge to support new homes and what it means.
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The current market is marked by high-interest rates and stagnant home sales, indicating a seller's market. Uncertainty looms large amidst these conditions, posing challenges for both buyers and sellers alike. Economic unpredictability adds another layer of complexity to the real estate landscape. Denny and Monica share what they are currently seeing in Vancouver's real estate market, and break down the stats by city and home type. This episode will focus on being in a seller's market, high-interest rates, limited product for sale, uncertainty in the market, misinformation in the news, what is hot right now, popular cities, and future predictions.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
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Monica Harmse monica@gdrealestate.ca Instagram: /monica_harmse Facebook: /MoodyProperties.ca
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With current properties being sold so quickly, a lot of buyers may be overlooking certain negative aspects of a home that in the past may have been major red flags in a sale.
James and Denny discuss the reasons behind unpermitted renovations and share how buyers can gain valuable information regarding work done on a property before buying.
This episode will focus on the importance of certified inspections and permit approvals, legal basement suites, material latent defects, enquiring about permit history, and the varying severity of unpermitted renovations.
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As a prospective buyer in Greater Vancouver, navigating the real estate landscape can be challenging. The region remains entrenched in a competitive market where everyone is on the hunt for that elusive "good deal." However, finding such opportunities is increasingly rare.
James and Denny outline four strategies for uncovering elusive deals and maintaining a competitive edge in the market.
This episode will cover four ways to get a real estate deal in today's Vancouver market, beating the crowd, days on Market listings, landing a foreclosure, looking at assignments for sale, and potential in presales.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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At the beginning of January, the Canadian Real Estate Association voted in favor of adding a policy of a “Duty of Cooperation.” This policy requires realtors to put residential listings on its Multiple Listing Service (MLS) within three days of publicly marketing a property.
James and Denny dissect the policy, offering insights into its potential impact on the Vancouver real estate market.
This episode will cover the new duty of cooperation policy, why the CREA introduced it, what does "public marketing" mean, how this will affect certain selling strategies, and changes to the MLS.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon has presented a legislative proposal to promote the growth of small-scale, multi-unit housing within the province. The legislation mandates municipalities to change zoning rules to make building townhomes, multiplexes and laneway houses easier.
James and Denny review the new changes and express their opinions on how these alterations will impact density and the real estate market.
This episode will cover BC's plans to increase home density, small scale multiunit housing, Transit oriented development and what it means, NIMBYSM, David Eby making changes, changes to laneway houses, phasing out public hearings for development, and future changes.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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2023 was a rollercoaster year for real estate marked by increases in interest rates and the implementation of several legislative adjustments aimed at addressing housing supply issues and promoting long-term rentals.
James and Denny review key moments from 2023, shedding light on the latest legislative initiatives designed to boost housing availability and facilitate long-term rentals.
This Episode will cover 2023 and what happened in the real estate world, rate increases, FHSA accounts, residential property flipping rules, foreign buyer ban, rental restriction removal, Air BnB bans, new density announcements, and predictions for 2024.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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If you're looking to buy a home for personal living or investment purposes, there's a chance it might be tenanted. In such instances, there are key considerations before finalizing your decision to purchase.
James and Denny share their personal experiences with purchasing and selling tenanted properties and go over all the things you can expect.
This episode will focus on tenanted properties and how they affect transactions, investors dumping properties, rent not covering mortgage costs, tenants' rights during a transaction, what happens to leases, and how to best accommodate the tenant.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Please email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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The B.C. government introduced legislation with the objective of redirecting certain short-term rentals (STR) back into the long-term housing market. This initiative seeks to address housing shortages by repurposing some short-term rental properties to serve as stable, long-term homes for residents.
James and Denny share their opinions on the changes and talk about how they will affect different cities in different ways.
This episode will focus on short-term rental changes, what exactly these changes are, the effects on rental supply, cities with exemptions, distress sales and long-term rentals, effects on tourism, and the overall effects.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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The Bank of Canada's decision to maintain its policy rate at a 22-year high of five percent has offered some respite to mortgage owners while increasing financial strain for other indebted Canadians grappling with higher borrowing costs.
James and Denny share what they are seeing in the real estate world and how the rate hold is affecting people and their decisions to buy or sell.
This episode will focus on the Bank of Canada's current rate hold, the second rate hold in a row, transactions way down, how the rate announcement affects people's decision-making, mortgage renewals coming up, the increasing costs of construction, people feeling the pressure, and predictions for the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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As interest rates rise, the real estate market in Vancouver is experiencing increased pressure. Houses, townhomes, and condos are responding differently to these changes, and various regions within Vancouver are being impacted in diverse ways.
James and Denny discuss various cities and specific product types, sharing their observations and insights on the current conditions in these markets.
This episode will focus on different styles of homes and how they are reacting to rates, areas that are still hot and areas that are cooling off, why are we seeing these differences, and specific examples from Port Moody, East Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam and Maple Ridge.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: https://www.garbuttdumas.ca/
In the world of real estate, few moments are as pivotal as the presentation of an offer on a home. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned real estate enthusiast, understanding the key elements and intricacies of crafting a compelling offer is essential.
Denny and Monica go over writing an offer and the important details that you need to think about.
This episode will focus on writing an offer and important things to focus on, the contract of purchase of sale, how to give a deposit, rescission amounts, terms and conditions, how subjects work, different types of subjects, completion and possession dates, included items and contract lengths.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: https://www.garbuttdumas.ca/
In B.C.'s competitive rental market, landlords will soon be permitted to raise rents for existing tenants by 3.5%, up from the current 2% cap. This change, however, remains below the inflation rate for the second consecutive year, a shift from past policies that allowed rent increases based on inflation or inflation plus 2% prior to 2018.
Denny and Monica explain what this all means for landlords and renters and share how this will affect the Vancouver real estate market.
This episode will focus on the 3.5% rent increase cap in BC, the cost of strata fees and insurance, the impossibility of being cashflow positive, how low-paying tenants affect sales, the need for more rentals, the importance of small-time investors, and how the government plans on helping.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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British Columbia's housing minister has unveiled forthcoming legislation aimed at increasing housing density. The proposed laws intend to permit the construction of duplexes, triplexes, and townhomes on land currently designated for single-family homes, a move aimed at tackling the ongoing housing crisis.
Denny and Monica go over the numbers BC is proposing and offer their opinions on how feasible they actually are.
This episode will focus on housing density issues in BC, legislation changes in Burnaby and Vancouver, multiplexes, laneway homes, a list of municipalities not keeping up, very expensive to build right now, city acknowledging the issues.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Please email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As 30-year mortgage rates surge past the 7% mark, a significant number of current homeowners seem hesitant to sell their properties, fearing the prospect of acquiring a new, pricier mortgage. The combination of reduced housing inventories and elevated borrowing expenses has led to a prominent concern: home affordability, which is now a pressing issue for prospective buyers.
Denny and Monica discuss their observations of the local markets and delve into how elevated interest rates are impacting everyday real estate deals.
This episode will focus on interest rates and how they are affecting local markets, BoC holding last meeting, certain neighbourhoods busier than others, investors dumping small investments, BC housing goals and rate predictions for the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Please email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Buying a new construction home can be an exciting prospect, but it also comes with its own set of considerations and potential pitfalls. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or an experienced real estate enthusiast, understanding the ins and outs of purchasing new construction is crucial to making a well-informed decision. Denny and Monica highlight some of the negative aspects of buying new construction and what to look out for when getting into a presale. This episode will focus on the negative aspects of buying new construction. A lot of moving parts in construction, how to economy affects building costs, deficiency walkthroughs, Lower Mainland developers, and how nothing is ever perfect. Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA Please email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
In the world of real estate, success stories are often celebrated, but failures can provide invaluable insights. Collapsed real estate deals happen and are more common than you think.
Denny and Monica go into collapsed real estate deals, offering essential insights into not only understanding how these deals unravel but also proactively preventing such situations and ensuring the successful removal of subjects.
This episode will focus on collapsed real estate deals, how they happen, how to prevent them, subjects don't always get removed, the unpredictability of people, how to educate your sellers and personal realtor stories.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Please email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
An upcoming change by real estate boards in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley promises to bring slightly more transparency to bidding wars over properties in the region.
Denny and Monica go over these changes and share how they will affect real estate transactions in multiple offer situations.
This episode will focus on the "Disclosure of Multiple Offers Presented Form" and what it means, the amount of new forms realtors keep seeing, how it prevents dishonesty and helps transparency, consumer trust, and alternate options.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Please email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
A Real Estate transaction is a delicate process with a lot of moving parts. Certain terms that appear on a contract can bring doubt to a buyer and even halt the transaction.
Denny and Monica share how terms like "Special Levy," "Asbestos," "Bidding War," and "Subject free offer," can affect a real estate transaction and how they deal with these situations when they arise.
This episode will focus on real estate triggers words including: "Oil Tanks," "Asbestos," "Special Levy," "Poly B Piping," "Subject Free Offers," "Bidding War," "Interest Rates," and "Water Ingress."
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Please email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Since 2016 municipalities in Greater Vancouver have seen a lot of change when it comes to real estate. The region has witnessed a multitude of developments, market fluctuations, and policy adjustments that have shaped the housing landscape.
James and Denny summarize Greater Vancouver's real estate transformation from 2016 -2023 and go over the neighbourhoods that have seen the most change.
This episode will focus on real estate changes from 2016 to today and include stats from North Van, Whistler, Squamish, West Van, New Westminster, Langley and Maple Ridge.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Please email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Qualifying for a mortgage has become increasingly difficult in Canada due to the current prime rate of 6.95%. Because of this, the landscape of real estate financing has undergone significant changes over the past 18 months.
James and Denny go over current financing numbers, and how much it is currently costing to borrow money.
This episode will focus on the bank's current rates and discounts, variable vs fixed, future predictions for mortgages, more rate hikes or is that it? pre-approvals vs firm approvals, and lending in construction.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Please email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Two weeks ago the Bank of Canada raised the policy rate by 25 basis points, surprising most as underlying inflation remains stubbornly high.
James and Denny share how the rate increase has affected current home prices in Greater Vancouver and what they are seeing day to day as realtors.
This episode will focus on the current rate hike and how it has affected the Vancouver real estate market, the dominant seller's market, people not listing properties, multiple offers, the active luxury market, the rise of construction prices, and current activity in New West, East Van, North Van, Langley, Port Moody and Coquitlam.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Please email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Denny is once again joined by Nick Soldan as the two talk about investing options and opportunities in Whistler, BC. Nick and Denny go over Phase I vs Phase II zoning regulations and share what kind of property has the best value.
This episode will focus on investment opportunities in Whistler, the difference between Phase I and Phase II zoning, the property types that offer the best value, foreign buyer investing, running the rental yourself vs using a management company, and the lack of development opportunities in Whistler.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Please email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Nick Soldan Harriss
Website: https://www.whistlerrealestateforsale.com/neighbourhoods/163/whistlercayestates-whistler-realestate-stats/
Website: https://stilhavn.com/agents/nick-soldan-harriss/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicksoldanharriss/
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Whistler BC is home to North America's largest ski resort and with that comes popularity and high property values. Denny is joined by Nick Soldan Harriss to talk about real estate in Whistler and how much people are paying to live there.
This Episode will focus on Whistler real estate and current rent prices, demand between different seasons, low housing and rental supply, municipalities not wanting more development, the difficulty for workers to find lodging, lack of land and how Whistler is so much more than just a ski town.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Nick Soldan Harriss Website: https://www.whistlerrealestateforsale.com/neighbourhoods/163/whistlercayestates-whistler-realestate-stats/ Website: https://stilhavn.com/agents/nick-soldan-harriss/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicksoldanharriss/
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Alex joins Denny once again, this time to talk about all the options first-time home buyers have when trying to qualify for a mortgage.
Denny and Alex share tips for first-time buyers and talk about the incentives provided by the federal and provincial governments.
This episode will cover mortgage options for first-time home buyers, steps to achieving the dream of home ownership, where to find the best advice, provincial and federal incentives, PTT Exemption, and how to use the Home Buyers Plan, FHSA, and RRSP.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Alex McFadyen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themortgagepug Website: https://www.getflowmortgage.ca/
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Alex McFadyen is back with Denny to talk about presale completions and provide you with valuable insights on how to ensure you are well-prepared for this crucial phase.
Denny and Alex go over the timelines for presale projects and the different rules with primary residence vs investment properties.
This episode will cover how mortgages work with presale properties, the timeline before completion and what you should focus on, the differences between primary residences and investment properties, different rules with different lenders, and unexpected costs when purchasing a presale.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Alex McFadyen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themortgagepug Website: https://www.getflowmortgage.ca
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
What is currently going on in the home financing world? In this episode, Denny is joined by top mortgage broker Alex McFadyen to learn about the current state of mortgages.
Denny and Alex talk about the impact of the current interest rates on borrowing and home prices.
This episode will focus on the current state of home financing, a recap of the last 12 months and future predictions, lack of supply, home prices slowly climbing, the effects of the rapid interest rate hikes, banks in wait-and-see mode, and the importance of staying ahead of changes by talking to your mortgage broker.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Alex McFadyen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themortgagepug Website: https://www.getflowmortgage.ca/
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Although this episode was released last year, it still contains relevant and timely information that is significant today. When selling your home, it takes more than luck to get a buyer to make a solid offer. It usually involves careful planning and hard work to get the house ready to sell. Denny asks James questions regarding what steps he took to prepare his 1945 New Westminster house for a successful sale. This episode will cover the importance of market timing when selling your home, knowing when small touch-ups or large updates should be done, understanding how long you should give yourself for certain tasks like painting, and the timeline sellers should follow when preparing to market their property. Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As real estate prices keep rising, more and more home buyers are finding it difficult to purchase their first property. The government has introduced a few savings programs, but is it enough?
James and Denny go over the four main programs the government has offered to first-time home buyers and discuss the pros and cons of each one.
This episode will cover the First Time Home Buyers' Program, the Home Buyers' Plan, The First-Time Home Buyer Incentive, and the new First Home Savings Account and how to get the most out of each program.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Canada's ban on foreign homebuyers came into effect on Jan 1st, 2023. The new measure bars most non-residents and foreign commercial enterprises from buying residential properties in Canada for the next two years. Recently a few changes were announced to the policy.
James and Denny go over the new exceptions and share how they will directly affect Vancouver's real estate market.
This episode will focus on the foreign home buyer ban and the new amending regulations, purchasing vacant land workarounds, students buying properties, the rules with work visas, purchasing properties for development and how these exceptions will affect the market.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The Bank of Canada announced another rate pause and held its policy rate at 4.5% and the prime rate at 6.70%. Since the last hold, the Vancouver real estate market has seen an uptick in activity with buyers hoping the BoC is done with rate increases.
James and Denny share what they are seeing in today's current market and go over what the rate pause will mean for real estate.
This episode will focus on the Bank of Canadas rate hold, single-family home prices in North Van, West Van, Port Moody, Burnaby, New West, the uptick in market activity, seeing multiple offers in all cities and future potential zoning changes.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Welcome to "Getting to Know Your Realtor!" This will be a reoccurring segment where we introduce members of the G+D team, giving you a chance to get to know us better.
Denny and Monica engage in a question and answer session to learn about each other's experiences and backgrounds in the real estate industry.
This episode will focus on Denny and Monica's early history and how they first got into real estate, what they love about the job and what really drives them, the importance of construction knowledge and understanding a home, and what's in store for the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Following a sluggish winter, the Vancouver real estate market is beginning to show signs of recovery. With the bank of Canada pausing interest rate hikes properties are now attracting more attention and seeing more multiple offers.
Denny and Monica share their personal experiences in a market shifting from a slow one to multiple offers being more common.
This episode will talk about multiple offers in today's real estate market, leaving your seller enough time to get the best offer, picking a date is irrevocable, no more bully offers, the cooling off period, current bidding wars and the importance of communication between buyers and sellers.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Real estate appraisals are an important part of the process of buying or selling a property. They provide an estimate of the value of a property based on various factors and are often used by lenders.
Denny and Monica share their thoughts on appraisals and talk about personal experiences with them in the past.
This episode will focus on real estate appraisals and why they are necessary, market value vs appraisal, what appraisers look for, what to do with a bad appraisal, and the best way to prepare your home.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
For the first time in a year, the Bank of Canada did not raise interest rates and maintained its policy rate at 4.5%.
Denny and Monica share what they are seeing in Vancouver's real estate market as a result of the interest rate pause and what they think will happen over the next couple of months.
This episode will focus on the current real estate market in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, the bank of Canada pausing interest rates, lower than anticipated CPI numbers, busy open houses, multiple offers, low housing supply, and predictions for the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Investing in real estate is a topic that's often shrouded in uncertainty, with many people wondering whether it's a good idea. This is especially true in today's market, where high-interest rates and other factors can make the decision to invest even more challenging.
James and Denny compare numbers between different property types in different areas to try to answer if it's possible to find a cash-positive place in today's current market conditions.
This episode will cover the best investment returns on properties in Port Moody, Coquitlam, Squamish, Surrey, and Burnaby. Do cash-positive properties exist? How current rates are affecting investment opportunities, the slowdown in developments, and real estate predictions in these areas.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Single-family homes are unattainable to most families in the Lower Mainland and many are looking to townhouses as an alternative.
James and Denny explore why townhouses are becoming the future of family homes, and the cities that are keeping up with demand better than others.
This episode will cover townhouses and how they are the future family home, alternative options for young families, townhome layouts, strata fees, the perfect time to upsize, and future developments.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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While real estate has slowed down compared to the peak demand in 2021, the market still remains a seller's market, with a low supply of homes for sale and high competition for those that do become available.
James and Denny share what they are currently seeing in the market and emphasize that conditions can vary depending on the type of property, location, and other factors.
This episode will cover the current state of the Vancouver market, low inventory still a problem, strong seller's market, 0.25 rate increase, BC Assessments, townhouses still selling strong, current real estate opportunities, and future predictions.
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In Vancouver real estate is a common topic in the news, with many outlets presenting stories with a one-sided view.
Denny and Monica share some articles and break down what they think is happening and relate it to what they are currently seeing in the market.
This episode will cover random recent real estate articles, stratas going to 55+ to limit rentals, parking garage floods, fireworks set off in a condo, riots over house prices and how the Canadian accent is one of the best in the world.
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Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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Some investors who purchased presale homes a few years ago are deciding to sell their units as the project completes. Interest rates have had a significant impact on determining whether it is beneficial to get a mortgage and if they will make a profit from these investments.
Denny and Monica discuss who could benefit from these sales and why you might want to buy a new construction project over resale or presale.
This episode will cover the price comparison of new construction and presale, which cities will see the most projects completed, how interest rates have impacted investors, the advantages of buying presale versus resale, and where you can find the best information about new construction in the lower mainland.
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Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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Rising interest rates are a tool being used to slow down inflation in Canada. As we approach another announcement by the Bank of Canada many people are already feeling the pressure.
Denny and Monica provide some options for homeowners who are worried about how these interest rate increases will affect their monthly budget and ability to afford their mortgage payments.
This episode will cover the effects of variable versus fixed-rate mortgages, the option of adding a rental unit in your home for more income, the pros and cons of refinancing your mortgage, the advantages of extending your amortization period to 30 years, and whether or not you should sell or keep your home at this time.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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It has been an uncertain time for people wanting to enter the real estate market as interest rates have steadily been climbing. Many buyers and sellers are waiting to see what the Bank of Canada has planned in the upcoming months before committing to any major financial decisions.
Denny and Monica discuss what they have been seeing in the market and provide tips in hopes of educating buyers looking for current opportunities in real estate.
This episode will cover the importance of readjusting budgets to take on higher monthly payments, the pressure that unpredictable interest rates can have on homeowners, the impact of low supply and even lower amounts of desirable/“good” homes on the market, the prevalence of multiple offers, and the potential for equity opportunities with lower price tags versus the fear of rising interest rates.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Purchasing a rental property is a popular option for many people hoping to get their foot in the door with real estate or for homeowners wanting to re-invest their current home's built-up equity.
James and Denny break down the benefits, challenges, and responsibilities of purchasing an investment property and becoming a landlord.
This episode will cover what to look for when buying a rental condo, the difference between an owner-occupied or vacant condo and a rented unit, potential monthly rent amounts versus what condo mortgages and expenses cost in different cities, the reasons why you would evict your tenant, and allowable yearly rental increases and restrictions.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
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Thank you to everyone who supported this podcast in any way this year. On behalf of everyone at G+D, we would like to wish you all a very happy holiday season and a wonderful New Year.
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In an effort to better understand Vancouver real estate, more people have been turning to the news for information on current events and trends within the market.
James and Monica break down real estate headlines that have caught their attention recently, sharing which articles are just clickbait and which ones you should pay the most attention to.
This episode will review media coverage regarding the number of Canadians who have been affected by the trigger rate for their variable rate interest, the upcoming increase in homes selling for under the assessed value, which locations can be charged the speculation and vacancy tax for empty homes in 2023, the repercussions of overlooking the Foreign Buyer's Tax, as well as the prevalence of tax sales and whether or not they are a good deal in Vancouver.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The Government of BC announced the end of all strata rental-restriction bylaws and limited age-related restrictions to only allow 55+-year-old communities. This can affect hundreds of thousands of properties throughout the province that previously had rental restrictions that homeowners can now choose to rent out.
James and Monica share their thoughts on how the removal of these restrictions will impact renters and homeowners, as well as what role these changes will have on the real estate market.
This episode will cover the stigma around renters, the different options homeowners now have in regards to renting or selling, the possible issues small stratas may encounter, which type of homes will be most affected by these changes, and the impact this will have on rental rates.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The Bank of Canada increased the policy interest rate by 50 bases points today, in its 7th hike in a row. The current overnight lending rate sits at 4.25% and the prime rate is 6.45%.
James and Monica go over what this increase means for the real estate market and what the rate change means for their day-to-day.
This episode will cover the impact of higher mortgage payments on homeowners, how interest rate increases will affect fixed versus variable mortgages, the possibility of foreclosures, the difference in sales volume average in 2023 compared to the previous 10-year average, how different areas of Vancouver real estate can be affected, and predictions on what the following interest rate announcement will be.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
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Denny Dumas Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5 Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
With all the interest rate hikes this past year the housing market has naturally cooled off and has entered a slower period. With fewer transactions realtors have more time to develop their businesses and themselves.
James and Denny go over everything they do in a slower market, and what they focus on to make the best use of their time.
This episode will focus on the current situation in the real estate market, the low number of transactions, how realtors can make the best use of their time, developing your business, taking personal time, the importance of marketing, staying motivated and how to start the new year strong.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
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James Garbutt
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Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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As the end of the year approaches, many homeowners are hesitant to list their properties for fear of not getting the best value for their home. However, selling at this time also has its advantages, less competition and more serious buyers.
James and Denny discuss real estate market trends and provide insight into why you may or may not want to list your home during the holiday season.
This episode will cover which months are usually the slowest in real estate, who could benefit from listing during the holidays, how the recent rate increases have affected list prices, the prevalence of multiple offer situations, and which property types are currently highest in demand.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Buying an investment property and renting it out can be a great way to earn extra income or help cover the mortgage. However, many investors are unsure of how to best showcase the home and start the rental process.
Denny and Monica provide step-by-step instructions on how to rent out your property to great tenants at the best price, starting from the moment you get possession of the home to signing the lease agreement.
This episode will cover the advantages and disadvantages of having a property manager, how you can make your rental listing stand out, the importance of professional photography and floor plan to potential renters, which data you should use when finding a realistic rent for your property, the benefits of having a trusted handyman to help with fixes around the home, as well as the steps involved with signing a lease agreement.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Recent rate hikes have caused pre-owned home sales to decrease, making many buyers question how the presale market has been affected and if that may be a better investment.
James and Denny review the pros and cons of purchasing presale homes in today's current conditions and break down the dangers of trying to time the market when buying.
This episode will cover which neighbourhoods still offer the best deals, the various amenities offered with strata fees, what role the interest rate increase has played on presale popularity, the different types of deals that developers are offering, and the top features to look for when buying presale.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
In the past, the Direction Regarding Presentation of Offers (DRPO) form would notify interested parties when the offers on a home would be viewed. This would allow buyers to view the property and decide if they should invest. However, if the sellers received a strong offer during this period, the DRPO form could be revoked or changed.
James and Denny explain how the Irrevocable Direction Regarding Presentation of Offers differs from the previous form and share how the extra limitations put in place could affect you when buying or selling a home.
This episode will cover the definition of a bully offer, the importance of communication between selling and listing agents, instances where this new policy can benefit or hinder those involved, loopholes that Realtors can find to bend the rules, the issue of who will enforce these new initiatives, and the upcoming cooling-off period starting in January.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The Bank of Canada raised interest rates for the sixth time in a row today bringing the Overnight Rate to 3.75% and major banks followed bringing the Prime Rate to 5.95%
James and Denny talk about what these rate hikes have done to Vancouver real estate and compare the current situation to the housing market crash in 2008.
This episode will cover what is happening in the current market and what we can expect to see over the next couple of months, US vs Canadian dollar values, pros and cons of presales in a down market, the perfect time to upsize and predictions for the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
During a slower market, buyers have a better opportunity to include a subject to inspection when making an offer. Many potential homeowners wonder if it is worth the investment to hire a home inspector or if they can make a purchase without it.
Denny and Monica discuss the pros and limitations of home inspections and share what type of valuable information buyers can expect to get to help them decide if they should purchase a home.
This episode will cover which traits separate a great home inspector from an average one, what information you can hope to get out of an inspection for your specific property, the benefits of thermal imaging, the importance of referrals when hiring an inspector, and understanding that inspections are an assessment as of today and cannot predict the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
There have been different headlines in the media recently regarding decreasing sales volumes and slower traffic when it comes to selling homes, making some people worry about the future of BC real estate.
Denny and Monica provide important insight into the current real estate trends, price point adjustments, and market hot spots.
This episode will cover the continued effect of low supply, which type of real estate product is selling the most, the impact of rising interest rates on market predictability, the importance of having a well-priced home when listing, and which cities are seeing the most sales.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
During this slow market, buyers see fewer multiple offer situations when purchasing a home. The lack of competition can sometimes allow buyers to make lower than list price offers.
Denny and Monica break down what changes they have made to help their buyers create solid offers that will help to win over the seller.
This episode will cover what you need to know for negotiating the best price, the importance of “picking your battles,” how paying attention to detail can have a significant impact on your offer, the keywords you should include in your contract, and the benefits of explaining your offer as a buyer.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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As the market remains slow in most areas of Greater Vancouver, some buyers and sellers are unsure of how to properly navigate the changing value of homes. Many homeowners are emotionally attached to their property and may struggle to accept offers that are below their list price. Buyers are seeking deals and may send offers that are far below what has been listed.
Denny and Monica share behind-the-scenes conversations they have with buyers and sellers when it comes to sending and receiving “lowball” offers during a slow real estate market.
This episode will cover the difference between fair market value versus a home’s list price, the importance of educating both sellers and buyers on comparable properties, the benefit of replying to every offer, how the seller’s timeline affects their desire to sell now or wait until the market picks up, and the power of a counter offer.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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On September 7, the Bank of Canada announced a 0.75% interest rate increase in a continued effort to fight inflation.
Denny and Monica discuss what this will mean for homeowners and how it will affect the real estate market.
This episode will cover the likelihood of future interest rate increases, the importance of correctly pricing your listing, which property types are still selling, the effect of inflation rate trends on the Canadian economy, and whether or not you should sell your home at this time.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The first year in real estate is hard. Passing an exam doesn't prepare you for what your day to day will look like as a new realtor.
James and Monica share their own stories from when they were first-year agents and what they did to take their careers to where they are today.
This episode will cover the hardships of being a first-year realtor, how to grow your real estate career, the day-to-day and how that changes over time, the power of open houses, marketing budgets and what to focus on, understanding home inspections, ongoing learning and finding your own niche as a realtor.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca110
People are always looking to jump into the world of real estate but don't know how to begin. It can be overwhelming for many as they try to figure out what kind of property to buy, where they should look, and the questions they should ask.
James and Monica walk you through a buyer’s thought process to help bring clarity when purchasing a home by focusing on budget, real estate goals, and lifestyle.
This episode will cover how investment properties and rental income can help you qualify for a mortgage, how different real estate goals will determine the property type you should buy, the difference between a home that needs maintenance versus one that is move-in ready, how your work can influence where you want to live, the significance of kid and pet-friendly homes and neighbourhoods, as well as the importance of living close to family, amenities, and public transit.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Townhouses have become a popular option for buyers looking to upsize from a condo or purchase a home for their growing family.
James and Monica share why townhouses have been the most resilient property type throughout the real estate market shift, and provide insight on townhome trends around the greater Vancouver area.
This episode will cover the power of limited supply, the benefits of presale vs resale townhouses, how interest rate increases will affect sales, which cities have more townhome listings, and a breakdown of list price to sale price ratios.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
With rising interest rates and summers typically being less active, many homeowners are trying to decide whether now is a good time for them to sell or not.
Denny and Monica share who should be looking to sell their properties this summer, and why others may want to wait until later this year or next year before making a sale.
This episode will cover the importance of looking at the bigger picture, upsizing versus downsizing, the increasing prevalence of sale price negotiations, the benefits of waiting if you are an investor in the market, and the cost comparison between homes in Greater Vancouver and Vancouver Island or the Sunshine Coast.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
There are many challenges that homeowners may face when listing their property in a slow market. Hiring a realtor who can reduce seller fatigue, effectively market a home, and navigate a successful sale is important.
Denny and Monica recommend specific questions you should ask a realtor before hiring them to sell your home.
This episode will cover the key role that marketing plays, the importance of keeping up with trends on social media, the difference between experience selling homes versus the number of years as a realtor, the benefits of effective communication with other agents and buyers, and the positive impact that a great showing has on a sale.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
In the middle of July, the Bank of Canada raised its benchmark interest rate to 2.5% and the prime rate to 4.70% in order to combat runaway inflation. These historical increases will affect anyone with a variable mortgage or anyone renewing a fixed.
Denny and Monica go over how the rate increase has affected the current real estate market and what we can expect to see in the fall.
This episode will cover the 1% increase rate and what it means for real estate, what the bank of Canada is hoping to accomplish, regions recovering from FOMO, rate increases and buying power, housing supply still a problem and predictions for this fall.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The Cooling-Off Period in BC Real Estate has officially been announced and will come into effect on January 1, 2023. Buyers will have 3 days after their subject-free offer is accepted to decide if they should continue with the purchase or back out with a small penalty.
Denny and Monica discuss how effective this new policy will be for homebuyers and share who will actually benefit from this change.
This episode will cover why this policy could actually increase the number of buyers bidding on a home, how this change may favour the more wealthy individuals trying to purchase a home, the significance of a cancellation fee of 0.25% of the purchase price, the loopholes in the policy that sophisticated buyers and experienced Realtors will know how to navigate, and the negative repercussions that sellers, young families, and new Realtors may face.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
When selling your home, it takes more than luck to get a buyer to make a solid offer. It usually involves careful planning, sometimes months in advance, and hard work to get the house ready to sell.
Denny asks James questions regarding what steps he took to prepare his 1945 New Westminster house for a successful sale back in April 2022.
This episode will cover the importance of market timing when selling your home, knowing when small touch-ups or large updates should be done, understanding how long you should give yourself for certain tasks like painting, and the timeline sellers should follow when preparing to market their property.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
In these uncertain times, many buyers seek advice on whether or not they should wait before purchasing or selling a single-family home in Vancouver.
James and Denny review single-family home statistics and market trends in the desirable neighbourhoods of East Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, New Westminster, and Port Moody.
This episode will cover the return of home inspections and longer subject removal periods, how the fixed supply of single-family homes will affect the stability of sale prices in certain communities, the effect of interest rate increases on the market, a seller’s market vs a buyer’s market, and the importance of considering the entire equation when looking to buy and sell properties at the same time.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As the real estate market changes and activity slows in Vancouver, some of the surrounding areas are just starting to feel the spillover effect of lowering prices and more favourable conditions for buyers.
James and Denny have reached out to other Realtors in the field to provide up-to-date information on changes to current market trends and listing price strategies throughout a variety of British Columbian cities.
This episode will cover increasing inventory in Langley, a drop in single-family home prices in Chilliwack, the desirability of townhomes in Kelowna, the stable property value in Penticton and Oliver, and the continued popularity of buying on Vancouver Island in Victoria, Langford, and the Comox Valley.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Denny Dumas
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Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
James Garbutt
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
On June 1, the Bank of Canada increased its prime interest rate by 0.5%, further impacting a real estate market that has been slowing down.
James and Denny provide an update on the interest rate hikes and predict what the summer will look like for those looking to buy or sell in Greater Vancouver.
This episode will cover how the real estate market is responding to increasing interest rates, the types of properties that will see the biggest decrease in sales, which areas of the lower mainland will hold their value, the effect on variable and fixed rates, and the benefits to homebuyers looking to upsize during this time.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
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Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As interest rates continue to climb and the real estate market slows down, many consumers are hesitant to purchase a home and would rather wait to see what happens before making any financial decisions.
Denny and Monica break down how homebuyers can use this slowdown to their benefit when looking to upsize or invest.
This episode will cover the decreasing price gap between condos and single-family houses, the pros and cons of investing in a strata wind-up property, how to make your home equity work for you, the benefits of owning a rental property, and the difference between upsizing your home and upsizing your real estate portfolio.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Homeowners have seen a lot of changes in the real estate market over the past couple of months. Many sellers are looking for guidance as to how they should proceed when selling their home.
Denny and Monica provide advice for listing agents on how best to support and educate their clients so they know their options and can make the best decision for their specific situation.
This episode will cover the importance of setting realistic expectations as a listing agent, different listing strategies when selling and how they can affect the overall timeline, the benefits of having detailed conversations with homeowners to determine the main reason why they are selling (downsizing, upsizing, or moving to a different neighbourhood), and the significance of doing research and knowing what the market value of a home is.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Real estate in certain areas of greater Vancouver is beginning to plateau. During these times, marketing your home becomes extremely important to help make it stand out from the other listings.
Denny and Monica share marketing tips that the G+D team uses to achieve extra exposure for their seller’s homes.
This episode will cover the importance of professional photos and video to properly showcase a home, the positive effect of including a layout in the marketing materials, the use of social media to get buyers excited about your listing, how to optimize open houses, and the benefits of flyer drops in neighbourhoods.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The presale market offers a variety of great options for buyers looking to enter the real estate market as first-time homeowners or investors wanting to purchase another property.
Denny and Monica share the advantages of buying a presale condo and provide important insight into Port Moody's newest developments.
This episode will cover an introduction to exciting presale opportunities Chroma by Fort Living and Moody Yards by Mosaic, a price point comparison to The Grande by Onni and George by Marcon, a breakdown of the deposit structure, the effects of high sale prices pushing more people into the rental market, and the average rental prices in Port Moody.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Over the last two years, the housing market in the Lower Mainland has seen record sales across the board. Provincial and federal governments are introducing policies and legislation to help make housing more affordable for Canadians.
Denny and Monica voice their opinion on how effective the government’s proposed changes will be on the current real estate market.
This episode will cover what you need to know about the first-time homebuyers' Tax-Free First Home Savings Account, the trickle-down effect on renters with increasing down payments for investment properties, expensive construction and land costs driving high home prices, the ban on foreign buyer purchases over the next 2 years, and an important breakdown of variable versus fixed interest rates.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As interest rates continue to increase, many consumers are confused as to whether they should make a move now or wait to see how the market changes.
Denny and Monica discuss the recent changes they have seen in real estate and make predictions as to what the next couple of months will look like.
This episode will cover the neighbourhoods that are seeing more activity versus the locations that have started to slow down, the effect of more inventory on the market, the increasing predictability of sales, the possible return of subjects when buying a home, and future predictions for real estate in Greater Vancouver.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Some older properties have good bones to renovate and others are ready to be torn down for new builds. Many homeowners wonder which option is best for them when planning their dream space.
James and Raj Gill from Versa Developments continue discussing custom home builds and provide an in-depth comparison between a new house and a significant renovation project in part 2 of this two-part series.
This episode will cover heritage revitalization agreements, the rezoning process, the increase of material costs influencing the final budget, in-fill housing (also known as coach, carriage, and laneway homes), the steps needed to improve the energy efficiency of an older house, and the pros and cons of renovations compared to a new build.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Raj Gill - Versa Developments
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James Garbutt
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Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Designing your dream home and navigating through the construction process can be a challenging task for most people. If you are thinking of building a house and are looking for some guidance, this is the episode for you!
James welcomes Raj Gill, director of Versa Developments in New Westminster, onto the podcast for the first part of an exciting 2 part series on custom home builds and heritage revitalization.
This episode will cover the timeline of events when purchasing a lot and planning to build, what type of professionals you may work with depending on the project, the importance of figuring out details early on in development (such as the location of mechanical rooms, HVAC installation), breaking down the benefits of BC Energy Step Code 3, 4, and 5, new products that are making a large difference in breathability, insulation, properly sealing a home, and the benefits of electric versus natural gas.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHK2L-KswYO93195yndFAmA
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Raj Gill - Versa Developments
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/versadevelopments
Website: https://versadevelopments.com/
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As property value continues to increase in the greater Vancouver area, many people wonder what opportunities are available to them when it comes to reinvesting in real estate.
Denny and Monica provide options for homeowners planning to refinance their current mortgage and access their home's equity to reinvest in further real estate.
This episode will cover the differences between investing in presale versus resale, deposit structure plans for prebuilt homes, the importance of understanding the developer’s assignment terms, how much you can borrow from the appraised value of your home, and knowing which type of investment plan works best for your current situation.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As single-family houses and townhomes continue to increase in price, homebuyers are looking at condos as a more affordable way to enter the real estate market.
Denny and Monica discuss the increase in interest and the rise in price for condos as more people seek out convenience and amenities in their community.
This episode will cover how changing interest rates will influence the market, the growing prevalence of individuals moving closer to the city for work, the significance of rental increases allowing for cash flow positive investment properties, and the ability of homeowners to pull equity from the home because of increasing property value.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
In November the province proposed new legislation that would allow buyers to rescind their offer on a home with little to no consequences. Many experts in the real estate field questioned if these new regulations would actually benefit homebuyers in this current hot market.
Denny and Monica break down what the "Cooling-off period" is and introduce an alternative idea called the "Pre-offer period", which would require that properties be listed for five days before sellers review offers.
This episode will cover the recommendations that the BC Real Estate Association made on how the "Cooling-off period" can be improved, the effect that these announcements had on the real estate market, the importance of these regulations actually benefitting homebuyers, the ongoing issue of housing supply, and the significance of doing your due diligence as a buyer.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
At the beginning of every year, buyers and sellers have a lot of questions regarding what they can expect from the current real estate market.
James and Denny review how the market has changed over the last 30 days and make predictions as to what the next couple of months will look like.
This episode will cover how low inventory continues to drive up sale prices, whether to buy or sell first, the importance of adjusting list price to better reflect property value, which cities have seen the largest 12-month price change for benchmark properties, and helpful tips for buyers and sellers looking to find success.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver releases monthly market reports that can provide helpful information about buying and selling trends.
James and Denny offer important insight into how Realtors look at these statistics packages and break down how you should use these guidelines when making real estate decisions.
This episode will cover which statistics mean the most, how headlines can influence the media and the market, the significance of comparing monthly sales to the 10-year average, how over-priced homes can skew market results, and the importance of comparing median versus average values.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The speculation and vacancy tax was created in 2017 to reduce the number of empty homes, increase real estate inventory, and support affordable housing initiatives throughout the province.
James and Denny discuss whether this initiative has been successful and how the tax has affected the Greater Vancouver real estate market.
This episode will cover how the tax works, why it was created, who it is trying to help, which cities are not included and why, the exclusion criteria, foreign owners paying more, the advertising for this tax and the March 31st due date.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Goal setting is a meaningful practice to help provide purpose and direction when planning for the future of your career.
Denny and Monica reflect on their goal-setting processes from previous years and share the key strategies that they will use going into 2022.
This episode will cover the importance of setting small attainable goals that build up to an ambitious “hail mary” target, the positive influence that focusing on personal goals can have on your career, the process of setting check-in points throughout the year to track progress and adjust goals if needed, and the value of trying different goal-setting techniques to find a system that works with your personality and lifestyle.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As a Realtor, it can be difficult to know exactly how to navigate multiple offer situations during a time when there is very little real estate inventory available.
Denny and Monica list their top strategies for selling homes in a highly competitive market and share what they do to get the most for their clients.
This episode will cover the power of asking for help with multiple offers and learning from dominant agents in the real estate field, the significance of communicating with and gaining the trust of buyers’ agents, the reasoning behind giving buyers a chance to make a more competitive offer, and the three most important questions that every homeowner should ask before hiring a Realtor to sell their home.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Homeowners recently received their BC Assessment, which provides real estate value assessments that influence the amount of tax they must pay for their property.
Denny and Monica discuss common questions and misconceptions that many buyers and sellers have regarding this document, and share what you should focus on most.
This episode will cover what factors go into deciding the assessed property value (and the key items that are left out), the major difference between market value and the BC assessment, the importance of when the document is created and how well it reflects current prices, and the significance of consulting a Realtor who knows the market when making a decision about refinancing or selling your home.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The past couple of years has been anything but ordinary for real estate! Mortgage rates are at record lows and many people are considering properties as a powerful asset in their investment portfolio.
James, Denny, and Monica break down the different types of investment opportunities available to buyers and walk you through which one may be the best option for certain investors.
This episode will cover different property types (condos, townhouses, detached homes, and commercial properties), the benefits of pre-sales, comparing cash flow vs upside potential of a property, short-term vs long-term rentals strategies, and various rent comparisons across cities.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
G+D is excited to announce that they will be working with the Vancouver real estate brokerage Oakwyn Realty!
James, Denny, and Monica discuss how they plan to elevate G+D’s marketing and provide a better support system for their clients and team.
This episode will cover the significance of working with a brokerage that has similar goals, rebranding ideas (including a new logo, For Sale signs, and business cards), plans to refresh the website and marketing materials, the importance of providing authentic content through podcasting and videos, and the significance of continuing to connect with clients throughout the year.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
After an unprecedented year in the real estate industry, many buyers and sellers are looking for guidance as to what to expect in the upcoming months and throughout the next year.
James, Denny, and Monica recap BC real estate over the last year and make predictions for the 2022 market.
This episode will cover fixed and variable mortgage interest rate projections, the hottest property types and locations, the estimated increase in detached housing prices, presale popularity, and the growing significance of owning land in the greater Vancouver area.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Buying or selling a home is an involved process but there are certain things you can do to be better prepared and help things go smoother.
James, Denny, and Monica go over all the things you should give your attention to if you are thinking about selling or buying a home in 2022.
This episode will focus on things to think about when looking to upsize, ways to educate yourself about the market, getting your finances in order, understanding property values, the difficulty of predicting prices, getting your house ready to sell, and the importance of starting early.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
New legislation is being proposed in British Columbia in an effort to protect buyers by allowing them to back out of an offer with little to no legal consequences.
Denny and Monica break down what the “cooling off period” is and discuss openly how they see it impacting buyers and sellers.
This episode will focus on the different processes of buying new construction versus resale properties, the impact of working with a trusted realtor in this industry, the importance of due diligence with subject-free offers, and the possibility of deception and fraud increasing in real estate with this new legislature.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Many builders face challenges and setbacks when trying to redevelop residential properties in the city of Vancouver.
Vinny Dumas from Sage Construction joins James and Denny on the podcast to provide an update on where the city stands in regards to permits, zoning, and redevelopment.
This episode will focus on the biggest challenges a homeowner may face when trying to redevelop, the different types of professionals needed for permit approval, the various factors that can affect the project timeline, the increasing acceptance of having multiple units on one lot, and the future of gas and electricity in the home.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Vinny Dumas - Sage Construction
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sageconstruction
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sagecustomhomes
Website: http://www.sageconstruction.ca/
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The process of building a home can be a demanding and challenging task without the assistance of a knowledgeable team.
James and Denny invite Sage Construction partner Vinny Dumas onto the podcast to discuss his experience building custom houses in the greater Vancouver area.
This episode will focus on the influencing factor that location plays in determining project costs, the long-lasting effect of supply chain issues, the most common types of building mistakes made in the industry, and what to expect when dealing with cheaper trends and the benefits of high quality work long-term.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Vinny Dumas - Sage Construction
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sageconstruction
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sagecustomhomes
Website: http://www.sageconstruction.ca/
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As we move forward in our careers, it can be easy to forget about the many experiences and learning opportunities that we have encountered over the years.
James and Denny reflect on memorable moments throughout their real estate careers and discuss the creation and growth of G+D.
This episode will focus on the early days when James and Denny first became partners, the importance of customer service and going the extra mile for a client, updating technology and changing strategies, important milestones for G+D, and the power of working with a great team.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
With current market trends and increasing listing prices, it has become almost impossible to know a home’s sale price with complete certainty.
James and Denny share how buyers and sellers can best evaluate properties in this "moving target" type of real estate market.
This episode will focus on how to find comparable properties to base a listing price on, setting realistic expectations for multiple offer situations, knowing what type of products you can still find deals on, and understanding how quickly sale prices within a neighborhood can increase with each sale setting a precedent for the next one.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As the days get shorter and the weather much cooler, home listing strategies have to adjust to get the most out of a home this time of year.
James and Denny go over their fall listing strategies and share all the things that can make or break a sale.
This episode will focus on listing strategies for the fall, why now might be a good time to sell, how to get the most out of listing photos, the impact weather can have, and predictions for the fall and spring.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As the demand for detached homes in BC increases, many families are looking for guidance as to where they should be looking and how much they should expect to pay.
James and Monica break down what you can expect to find when looking for a single-family home in some of their favorite communities throughout Port Moody and the Tri-Cities.
This episode will focus on the limited availability of detached homes, the low and high-end price points throughout these popular areas, tips on where to find a bigger return for your investment, and the types of single-family home communities that Port Moody, Coquitlam, and Maple Ridge offer.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Townhomes are an ideal option for young families looking for more space, as well as downsizers looking for a smaller property to take care of.
Monica joins James on the podcast to discuss the increase in interest and the rise in price for townhomes found in Port Moody, Pitt Meadows, Coquitlam, and the surrounding cities.
This episode will focus on the importance of a city promoting development, popular townhouses in the Klahanie, Heritage Mountain, and Osprey Village communities, significant developments on Burke Mountain, side-by-side townhouses being a more desired option, and low supply and high demand continuing to increase sale prices.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
With a large focus on housing in the 2021 federal election, many Canadians are interested to hear what the parties have in store to help solve the housing issues across the country.
James and Denny break down what the Liberal, Conservative, NDP, and Green parties have promised in their campaigns for the real estate market in BC.
This episode will focus on the importance of accelerating construction to encourage development, the parties offering a consistent message of affordable housing, their plans to reduce homelessness and increase home availability, and the strategies they have in place to assist first-time homebuyers.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As summer comes to an end and temperatures start to drop, the real estate market looks to be heating up again!
James and Denny break down what buyers and sellers should expect over the upcoming months as demand starts to increase in this under-supplied market.
This episode will focus on rising sale prices, the continuation of bidding wars, townhouses in high demand, an increase in condo activity after a slow season, zoning problems causing a lack of development, and supply chain issues influencing the high cost of construction.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Realtors who consistently create videos see client engagement go up in all aspects of their business.
James and Denny share their feelings on shooting videos and future content plans for the Garbutt + Dumas brand.
This episode will focus on the importance of videos as a real estate agent in 2021, how to grow your real estate brand, the power of consistency, getting comfortable in front of the camera, the power of building content, and how video takes client engagement to the next level.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
After a record-breaking March and April, many consumers are left wondering what to expect as home sales start to cool down in the Great Vancouver Area.
James and Denny provide an update on the trends they are currently seeing in the market, and what buyers and sellers should expect during the upcoming months.
This episode will focus on the continued migration of people moving away from the big city, the effect of a new stress test, rising construction costs, predictions for condo popularity in the future, and the impact of lower competition and fewer offers in real estate.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Buying a home is an important financial decision that can quickly become overwhelming without proper guidance.
James and Denny share the helpful advice that they offer their clients when trying to buy a home.
This episode will focus on a ranking system that can better direct your real estate search, the clarity that comes with seeing many properties, comparing budget versus location, and the importance of learning about the amenities and community offered in a potential neighborhood.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
There are many lessons to be learned (and a few mistakes to be made) when starting a career as a Realtor.
James and Denny take a walk down memory lane and recall the challenges and successes of their first year working in the real estate market.
This episode will focus on the benefits of having an experienced mentor, the steep learning curve to being a competent Realtor, the perks of specializing in geographic areas or product types, the value in attending home inspections and asking questions to learn more about the process, as well as the changing technology and strategies of the business.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Buying an older home provides an opportunity for customization, character, and history. Unfortunately, the older the house, the more probability for issues to arise.
James and Denny walk you through some of the concerns you should be mindful of when buying an older home, depending on when it was built.
This episode will focus on what to be aware of when buying into older strata, when to worry about asbestos, the negative implications of an oil tank, the material types that can cause a leaky condo, and what issues to look out for regarding a home’s plumbing and electrical.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
March 2021 was a record-setting month with no signs of slowing down in May. As more listings become available, Realtors and their clients find it challenging to know what to offer and how to stay competitive.
James and Denny provide pointers to buyers and sellers who may be experiencing fatigue and frustration while trying to navigate the current real estate market.
This episode will focus on an increase in selection as more inventory becomes available, the proper mindset for multiple offer situations, making a strong first impression with the listing agent, and the frustrations of not getting a call back after making an offer.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The G+D Realtors have been noticing a shift in the number of homeowners moving to the communities east of Vancouver in search of larger properties, more outdoor space, and more affordable prices.
James and Denny compare real estate over the last ten years in two of these surrounding cities: the charming inner-city suburb of New Westminster to the beautiful mountainous city of Port Moody.
This episode will focus on peak pricing in these regions, the difference in sale prices of comparable properties, the benefits that each city offers, and where the best investment opportunities and highest rent can be found.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Getting approved for a mortgage and securing a low-interest rate is an important part of buying a home.
James and Denny welcome Alex McFadyen from Thrive Mortgage Co. to the podcast for an update on current mortgage trends.
This episode will focus on who will be most affected by the upcoming mortgage stress test, the benefits of a basement suite, the qualifying process for big banks, fixed versus variable rates, the importance of good credit history, and the risks of making a subject free offer.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Alex McFadyen
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themortgagepug
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivemortgageco
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexmcfadyen.mortgageadvisor
Website: http://www.alexmcfadyen.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Many homeowners wonder what kind of renovations can be done to get the most value out of their home.
James and Denny discuss what sellers should concentrate on when planning to upgrade certain aspects of their property.
This episode will focus on knowing your time horizon, understanding the property value breakdown (structure value versus land value), the importance of good construction, and the increase in renovation and raw material costs.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
A seller must consider various factors when selecting a listing price for their home. These factors can include market trends, time of year, inventory availability, uniqueness of the property, and the homeowner’s current financial situation.
James and Denny share their process and classification system for selecting a price point for their client's homes.
This episode will focus on understanding what potential buyers are looking for, the dangers of pricing your listing too low or too high, the value of a great location, and the difference between pricing condos, townhouses, and single-family homes.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As more inventory becomes available, many homeowners are asking what they should do to maximize the value of their home before selling.
James and Denny stress the importance of timing when it comes to listing and share their experience with renovation delays and finding a good contractor.
This episode will focus on the renovation types that will give you the best return, the surprising costs of renovations, the effects of increasing inventory, understanding what your buyer is looking for, and the high impact of new paint, flooring, and landscaping.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
In the last 30 days, the G+D team has experienced an abrupt shift in the market as more properties become available after months of few listings.
James and Denny summarize what they have seen recently compared to the highly competitive, subject free and multiple offer situations they encountered at the beginning of the year.
This episode will focus on the difficulty of evaluating a property in this current market, the importance of setting a reasonable listing price as more properties go up for sale, the significant jump in single-family home sales in the last four months, and the debate on whether the government will introduce a new tax for homeowners.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
New construction in the Greater Vancouver Area offers great incentives and lower deposits for potential home buyers. Even so, how can you be sure that buying new construction is the best move for you?
James and Denny weigh in on the pros and cons of investing in pre-built homes and share past experiences with this type of property.
This episode will focus on the significance of a developer’s reputation when considering new construction, the benefits of a seven-day rescission period, the permitted size and layout changes during construction, paying 5% GST on top of the purchase price, and the 2-5-10 year warranty.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
When done correctly, marketing can play a significant role in capturing the attention of potential clients.
James and Denny break down the strategic marketing plan they use at G+D throughout the different seasons of real estate.
This episode will focus on how to build your name in the real estate business, the benefits of traditional marketing, fliers and door-knocking versus social media, and the snowball effect of building momentum early in the year.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
When looking for a realtor, it is important to ensure that they are the right fit for your home and your family.
James and Denny share the three most valuable questions you should ask a realtor before listing your home:
1. How will you market my property?
2. How do you manage showings?
3. How will you handle multiple offers?
This episode will focus on maximizing exposure on social media, the importance of preparing and promoting advertising materials before listing a property, the advantage of allowing buyers to perform pre-inspections to promote confident offers, and the benefits of proactive communication between realtors during multiple offer situations.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Many families who are hoping to move to the desirable neighborhood of Port Moody may be surprised at the single-family home costs in this area.
G+D Realtor Monica joins Denny on the podcast to discuss the increasing prices and low inventory of detached homes in Port Moody.
This episode will focus on the lack of entry-level single-family homes in the area, the approximate price points for desirable properties on Heritage Mountain, the growing activity surrounding ultra-luxury houses in Anmore, and low inventory driving up prices in the area and setting new benchmarks for future sales.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Port Moody has seen record-breaking sales over the last two years, which have only continued to increase in price and frequency since the beginning of 2021.
Monica, an expert in Port Moody realty and co-host of the vlog PoMo Life, joins Denny on the podcast to break down recent condo sales trends in the area.
This episode will focus on the type of properties offering the best value, record-setting sales occurring in Port Moody, the trickle-down effect of a competitive single-family home market, the importance of starting small to build equity in real estate, and the impact of low inventory on increasing property value.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Monica Harmse
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoodyProperties.ca
Website: https://moodyproperties.ca
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
A common dilemma that homeowners face is whether they should buy a new home before or after selling their current property.
James and Denny walk you through the pros and cons of buying or selling first in a seller's market.
This episode will focus on thoroughly understanding your financial situation, navigating the stress of owning two properties at once, knowing which property types will take longer to sell, and the importance of having a trusted agent who can clearly communicate the risks of this major investment.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Effective communication is key to getting the most out of a showing in today’s fast-paced market.
James and Denny review the specific questions they ask listing agents to help their clients make the most informed decisions when purchasing a home.
This episode will focus on the value in performing your due diligence as a buyer, the uncertainty of rezoning a property, how to make your offer stand out in multiple offer situations, and the importance of refraining from broad and generic questions and making specific inquiries about details the seller will actually know.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Purchasing a property in the very competitive Greater Vancouver Area can be a frustrating process for buyers if they are unaware of current conditions.
James and Denny share how realtors can help their clients set realistic expectations and effectively prepare for buying in this busy real estate market.
This episode will focus on initial conversations realtors should have with new clients, the importance of communicating with listing agents, the benefits of working with a mortgage specialist, and the significance of ensuring proper due diligence is done behind the scenes to ensure clients make the best offer.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
With current properties being sold so quickly, a lot of buyers may be overlooking certain negative aspects of a home that in the past may have been major red flags in a sale.
James and Denny discuss the reasons behind unpermitted renovations and share how buyers can gain valuable information regarding work done on a property before buying.
This episode will focus on the importance of certified inspections and permit approvals, legal basement suites, material latent defects, enquiring about permit history, and the varying severity of unpermitted renovations.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Single-family homes are HOT right now as people are moving out of Vancouver in search of more space.
James and Denny weigh in on the very low supply of detached homes available and the increasing number of buyers looking to move into these types of properties.
This episode will focus on bidding wars with multiple offers, the overwhelming number of people trying to attend showings, the importance of setting proper price points for listings, making a competitive offer, and which cities are seeing the most activity right now.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As a new year begins, more people are considering entering the housing market and are looking for expertise and direction on how best to proceed.
James and Denny discuss what type of conversations realtors should be having during this time to prepare buyers and sellers for what to expect in a very active real estate market.
This episode will focus on the value behind following up with clients, opportunities to provide information and show expertise during slow periods, empty nesters looking to downsize, the power of a strong offer, and how best to navigate the increase in market value of detached homes.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Townhouses come in a variety of sizes, offering affordable options for families looking to upsize from a condo and empty nesters looking to downsize from a large house.
James and Denny breakdown what a townhouse is and examine the high demand for this type of property within the lower mainland.
This episode will focus on the benefits of a townhouse, the different ages and sizes available, strata fees and insurance costs that come with different types of townhouses, and our favorite areas that you should consider.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
James and Denny are excited to announce that the Garbutt and Dumas Real Estate team is looking to grow!
It has been a record year for the G+D team and they are wanting to hire awesome realtors to help reach the ambitious goals they have set for 2021.
James and Denny are looking for individuals who are motivated to grow personally and professionally and who are passionate about real estate and the people they are helping. They want someone who will commit to the successful behaviors and attitudes that have helped built G+D into what it is today. If you are curious and want to find out more, please do not hesitate to reach out!
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Brentwood, located in Burnaby, is a growing neighborhood that offers beautiful views and a central location.
James and Denny share information about the developing community and review the different condo options available to buyers.
This episode will focus on the development in Brentwood, resale versus new construction, the varying amenities that different buildings offer, the importance of air conditioning in a condo, the increasing amount of incentives from developers, and the positives and negatives of investing in presale properties.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate team has remained an industry leader by adapting to changes brought on by the pandemic during this unique year.
James and Denny discuss what they have seen in real estate during 2020 and make predictions for what they believe will happen in 2021.
This episode will focus on the uncertainty within the industry when COVID-19 first hit BC, low-interest rates and increasing taxes, the upsizing trend, bidding wars, the popularity of condos and townhouses, and the growing appeal of moving out of the city and into the surrounding areas.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
This week’s episode is a special one as realtors Monica Harmse and Lucas McCann from the Garbutt and Dumas Real Estate team join Denny on the podcast.
Monica and Lucas created the real estate vlog PoMo Life to promote community awareness around what is going on in Port Moody and the surrounding Tri-Cities.
This episode will focus on the value of connecting with local businesses, the power of referrals, facing your fears to grow personally and professionally, increasing your social media following, and the beautiful city of Port Moody.
Follow Monica and Lucas on Instagram @pomolifebc
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
PoMo Life ft Monica and Lucas
https://www.instagram.com/pomolifebc
https://www.instagram.com/monica_harmse
https://www.instagram.com/lucasomccann
Real estate agents are adopting new strategies to reach more clients virtually.
James and Denny share how they started growing their brand online and what they have learned throughout the process.
This episode will focus on gaining authority in your field, using social media and other platforms to reach your target audience, the power of videos in getting your brand out there, overcoming the insecurities of trying something new, and the impact of being kind and going the extra mile for clients.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
There is no hard and fast rule as to which properties you must pay Goods and Services tax (GST) on, as every situation is a little different.
James and Denny review situations where it was unclear if the GST had to be paid, and what they learned from those circumstances.
This episode will focus on the impact of intent when purchasing a property, buyers vs. sellers paying the tax, the difference between new construction and significantly renovated homes, and the importance of speaking with a professional accountant about each individual real estate deal.Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
A depreciation report is a formal, standardized report created by an engineering firm to evaluate older buildings.
James and Denny discuss the impact that this report has on buyers and the positive and negative experiences they have had in the past.
This episode will focus on the importance of properly communicating the depreciation report to your clients, understanding that the engineer creates a conservative report with estimated dates for maintenance, unit entitlement, and the role that the building strata plays in carrying out these upgrades.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Real estate agents had to change up their normal routines and shift strategies to adapt to the housing market this year.
James and Denny make predictions on what they believe the real estate market will look like in 2021.
This episode will focus on detached homes and townhouse popularity, homeowners putting more value on the community they live in instead of how close they are to work, the increasing amount of people moving to smaller towns, and the desire to live by water and mountains versus in-land with fewer views.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Timing is a key factor when purchasing or selling a property.
James and Denny ask each other questions that have been sent into the podcast regarding real estate and the selling process in today’s market.
This episode will focus on mortgage deferrals and the effect that they will have on property prices moving forward, how to know when the best time to buy is, the impact of COVID-19 on first time home buyers, low-ball offers, and the negatives of overpricing your home.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Home inspections help to determine the condition of a home and can identify any major issues that may impede a sale.
James and Denny share some tips and tricks for how to find the best home inspector and get the most out of this process.
This episode will focus on the key questions to ask your home inspector, the importance of good communication, the limitations to a home inspection and what information should be included in a thorough report, and the significance of knowing what deficiencies are common for homes of a certain age.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Purchasing property is a significant financial investment that involves planning and assistance from a professional.
James and Denny share tips on how to get your finances in order before buying or selling real estate and when a homeowner should look at updating their mortgage.
This episode will focus on current low-interest rates, variable versus fixed interest rates, when to refinance your mortgage, the importance of speaking with a mortgage specialist, and how to reduce penalties.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Currently, real estate in the lower mainland is a "good and chaotic mess" as the industry saw one of its busiest months since 2017.
James and Denny talk about the importance of working with someone who understands the real estate business and how fast everything can happen when the market is this active.
This episode will focus on being properly prepared for mortgage brokers, the challenges of getting a home inspection, current listings not being updated online, shortening the window of subject removal, and adapting to hot and cold real estate properties.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Real estate agents are relied upon to offer their clients guidance when buying or selling property.
James and Denny answer questions about offer negotiations and share how they help their clients navigate through this process.
This episode will focus on paying over asking price, the proper mindset when trying to buy real estate, dealing with low offers, picking between two great offers, and concentrating on market value instead of list price or assessed value.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
How much communication is normal between a seller and their agent?
James and Denny go over how they communicate with their clients and the specific things they focus on during the sale of a home.
The episode will cover common questions from sellers, different ways of communicating, relaying feedback, communicating in multiple offer situations, sharing news clients don't want to hear, and the importance of honesty.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Are cities in the lower mainland really encouraging development and population density increase?
James and Denny break down what an Official Community Plan (OCP) is and how they see the 40-year project working out in residential development.
This episode will focus on the challenges of building more energy-efficient homes, floor space ratio (FSR) and building underground, the frustrations and uncertainty of rezoning lots, long-term structures, and developmental growth.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The Vancouver real estate market has no plans of slowing down anytime soon.
James Garbutt does a solo episode and fills you in on what is currently happening in Vancouver and what to expect over the next few months.
This episode will cover the growing number of bidding wars, detached homes picking up, low supply and high demand across all products, the popularity of two bedrooms, luxury homes starting to sell, prices trending upwards, and the next couple of months in real estate.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Flipping homes for a profit can be a rewarding and challenging experience.
James and Denny are back in the studio to walk you through the ups and downs of renovating a 1932 craftsman style heritage house in New Westminster.
This episode will focus on home construction, permits, dealing with different contractors and money lenders, subdividing properties, city zoning, and overcoming unexpected issues.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
With so many amazing places to live in Greater Vancouver where would a Real Estate agent buy their dream home?
James and Denny ask each other questions as they go over their favorite cities and neighborhoods and talk about where they would be willing to move to start a new life.
The episode will focus on James's and Denny's standout areas in and outside the Lower Mainland including, Ioco, Port Moody, North Van, Brentwood, Olympic Village, Squamish, and Whistler.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
You often hear how investing in real estate is a "no brainer" but how has it compared to the S&P 500 Index, Gold, Oil, and Bitcoin over the last 10 years?
James and Denny hypothetically pick an $800,000 home in Burnaby from 10 years ago and compare different downpayment scenarios to other investments to show how to get the most money out of Vancouver real estate.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
It's the middle of July and the Vancouver real estate market is going through a busy summer after a very quiet spring.
James and Denny share what areas in the Lower Mainland are seeing the most activity right now and the areas that have seen a market slowdown.
This episode will focus on East Van, New West, Coquitlam, Port Moody, and Burnaby and will compare average detached home prices and sale-to-list ratios to show the areas and the types of properties that are hot and those that are not.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
No industry is immune to technological advances, but real estate has traditionally been slower in adapting to new trends. The last couple of years have seen some positive changes.
James and Denny go over which technologies and trends are most important to them as well as the areas that still need improvement.
This episode will focus on the software realtors use, their favorite programs, getting a listing live, virtual reality in real estate, MLS inefficiencies, communicating with clients using tech, reducing redundancies in the paperwork, Paragon and future tech.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The reputation of a real estate agent is everything and often make or break a career. A positive reputation will generate more leads and clientele whereas some agents trade reputation for a quick buck.
James and Denny discuss what having a good reputation in the real estate world means from a realtor's perspective as well as from the clients.
This episode will focus on the long term vs short term thought process, positive habits, communication, honesty, respect, and all the things that exemplify a positive reputation.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As technology advances and the real estate world tries to keep up, more realtors are using professional videos to stand out. Listings with a video on average receive four times the inquiries than those without.
James and Denny go over reasons for deciding to invest more into videos and share some of the ways they are using the videos to get more eyes on listings.
This episode will focus on the power of video and what it can do for you and your brand, the ability to showcase properties in more dynamic ways, creating content for social media, getting more traffic to your listings, long-term SEO, getting comfortable in front of the camera and showing off that personality.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
There are roughly 12,500 realtors in Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley so chances are you may have a family member or a friend that has their license. Is it the best idea to trust the biggest purchase of your life to someone you have a personal relationship with?
James and Denny go over the positives and negatives of hiring a family member or friend as your real estate agent and share some personal experiences.
This episode will focus on helping you decide if the family member or friend is the best for you by comparing different situations in which each can have their own advantage.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
After a short hiatus, the podcast is back to provide information on what's going in Vancouver's current real estate market. The start of June has seen an increase in activity as COVID regulations continue to loosen.
James and Denny go through different situations while trying to answer if now is the best time to buy, sell, or wait.
The episode will focus on the current Vancouver real estate market and who it is best suited for, price variations in different micro-markets, our thoughts on general market data and stats, dealing with multiple offers, and the uncertainty in the industry as we head towards fall.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
A seller's market arises when there are a lot of buyers competing for a low inventory of active listings. Multiple offers are very common in this type of market and having your offer stand out could land you the home of your dreams.
James and Denny go through what you can do to increase the appeal of your offer and greatly increase your chances of landing the property.
This episode will focus on how to put together the best email to present to the seller, how to properly analyze the property, organizing your evidence, justifying the offer price, and dealing with bully offers.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
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Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
The real estate market in Vancouver was hot in February until COVID-19 changed everything. Now as BC begins it's restart plan and we move to a new normal, many people are wondering what the housing market may look like over the next couple of months.
James and Denny go through what they think will happen and what you should be aware of as COVID restrictions continue to ease.
This episode will focus on what's going on in the current real estate market and will cover how different markets have been affected, potential low supply of housing, how to stand out whether buying or selling, new construction, and what open houses will look like.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Like many businesses during this pandemic, real estate has seen a slow down as the overall number of transactions in Greater Vancouver have decreased. In this podcast James and Denny provide insight and information to those looking to sell their home in this market. This episode will focus on the seller and what they can expect after listing. It also covers why more deals are falling through, banks tightening up lending, different markets affected differently, COVID sensitivity levels, new documents, delays on inspections, and what we may see in the late summer/fall.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Buying or selling a home can be challenging even under normal circumstances. COVID-19 has created new questions for consumers and has made contract clauses and liability waiver agreements a much more involved process. James and Denny bring awareness to recent buyer waivers that put more accountability on the buyer and clear the sellers from factors they would originally be liable for. This episode is for those thinking of buying a home and brings attention to the changes in the new buyer waiver and what you should look for before signing the document.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
New Westminster is a historic suburb Of Vancouver and is known for its heritage communities, city events, restaurants, and the Westminster Quay. Jamie does a solo podcast to share his personal experience living in the city and reasons it won him over. The episode will cover why New West is a great place to settle, who it's suited for, neighbors and the community feel, the real estate landscape, city development, and the direction the city is heading.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Burnaby is a beautiful suburb of Vancouver and is known for its parklands, lakes, schools, and mountain. It has also seen huge changes in its real estate landscape over the last 15 years. James and Denny share their personal experiences living in, selling property and being part of the community. This episode will cover the four main hubs in Burnaby: Brentwood, Lougheed, Edmonds, and Metrotown and the changes that have happened over the past 10 years as well as what we think the direction is for the future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Tony Spagnuolo is the President at Spagnuolo & Company Real Estate Lawyers and has been dealing with real estate law for the last 29 years. Tony calls into the podcast to share with James and Denny the impacts of COVID-19 on his day-to-day dealings with clients and the overall business. This episode will deal with how the pandemic is affecting real estate dealings from a lawyer's point of view. Closing on deals, e-signature issues, tenant laws, dealing with evictions, fraud and the importance of having patience during these times.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Tony Spagnuolo
Website: https://www.bcrealestatelawyers.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-spagnuolo-96174527
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
CORVID-19 is affecting all aspects of like so what exactly is it doing to the residential financing world? Alex McFadyen from Thrive Mortgage CO and the YVR REMO Show joins James and Denny to talk about how this pandemic is affecting mortgages and how to government plans to help. This episode will focus on BC mortgages, prime rate changes, fixed rates vs variables, renewals, renter situations, how people are reacting and what may happen in the near future.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
Alex McFadyen
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themortgagepug
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexmcfadyen.mortgageadvisor
Website: http://www.alexmcfadyen.com
Check out Alex's Podcast "YVR REMO Show - Real Estate & Mortgage Experience in Vancouver"
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/yvr-remo-show-real-estate-mortgage-experience-in-vancouver/id1495427450
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
As Vancouver settles into accepting social distancing and staying at home as the current norm, the real estate industry moves along but with some changes. James and Denny share how COVID-19 has affected their day-to-day lives and how they have adapted to keep the team going. If you have any interests in current real estate dealings, local market activity, real estate financials or ways of developing your business in the downtime please give us a listen!
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team YouTube channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
In a busy Vancouver market dealing with multiple offers on a property is common. In a seller's world, this can be a great situation to be in. James and Denny share their process of how they work with sellers to get the most out of a multiple offer situation. If you want to learn more about multiple offers, market exposure, seller paperwork, offer presentations and client-realtor open communication.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbuttdumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarbuttDumas
Website: http://www.garbuttdumas.ca
Buying a detached home will most likely be the largest purchase of your life so knowing what to look for can make a world of difference. James and Denny go through their 10 steps that cover all aspects of buying a home. If you are thinking of buying a detached home this episode will cover finding out how much you can afford, appraisals, site surveys, questions to ask the city, home inspections and contracts.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
As Covid-19 cases keep rising more gathering locations are closing, international flights are being canceled, borders are shutting down and social distancing techniques are being implemented. What does this all mean for real estate here in Vancouver? James and Denny will share what they are seeing in real estate as well as provide predictions on what might happen to real estate prices and the market in general. If you own or are looking to buy, or if you are looking for information on how Covid-19 will impact real estate then this episode is for you.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
As the Vancouver market starts to heat up, multiple offers become the norm and can be very frustrating especially for those looking to buy. James and Denny share how they approach multiple offer situations and what they look for in hot real estate markets. If you are a buyer in a multiple offer situation this episode will provide information on how to gain an advantage and purchase that property of your dreams.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel
Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com
James Garbutt
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesgarbutt
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesgarbutt
Website: https://jamesgarbutt.com
Denny Dumas
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denny.dumas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denny.dumas.5
Website: https://www.dennydumas.com
Strata Condos and townhomes in British Columbia are on the verge of an insurance crisis due to rising premiums. Increased number of claims, construction costs, and climate change have all contributed to these increases. James and Denny give their take on the situation and discuss how much you can expect your strata fees to increase, what to be aware of when buying into strata and potential government intervention.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel // Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com, Instagram - garbuttdumas, garbuttdumas.ca // James Garbutt: Instagram - jamesgarbutt, jamesgarbutt.com // Denny Dumas: Instagram - denny.dumas, dennydumas.com
When it comes to selling Real Estate, imagery is everything. Almost everyone who comes through the door will have first seen and judged the property online. So how do you make the most of this? This episode will focus on the importance of professional photography, how to get the most out of a photoshoot and ways to separate your listing from others online.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel // Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com, Instagram - garbuttdumas, garbuttdumas.ca // James Garbutt: Instagram - jamesgarbutt, jamesgarbutt.com/ // Denny Dumas: Instagram - denny.dumas, dennydumas.com
When is the best time to list your home? Does buying/selling a home at different times throughout the year make a difference? James and Denny go through different scenarios where yearly timing may have an impact on price.
This episode will focus on the positives and negatives of selling/buying a home at certain times of the year and how to get the most out of a property whether you are buying or selling.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel // Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com, Instagram - garbuttdumas, garbuttdumas.ca // James Garbutt: Instagram - jamesgarbutt, jamesgarbutt.com // Denny Dumas: Instagram - denny.dumas, dennydumas.com
Mortgages are complicated. Shaun Francis is the Principal and Senior Mortgage Consultant at Bespoke Lending Solutions and joins James and Denny to share information with anyone with a mortgage or anyone looking to buy their first home. This episode will focus on how to afford a mortgage, figuring out a budget, minimum down payments, the first time Home Buyers' Plan, real estate investments and the stress test.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel // Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com, Instagram - garbuttdumas, garbuttdumas.ca/ // Shaun Francis: Instagram - shaunfrancis, bespokelendingsolutions.com/ // James Garbutt: Instagram - jamesgarbutt, jamesgarbutt.com/ // Denny Dumas: Instagram - denny.dumas, dennydumas.com
Are your property assessments down this year? What does that mean? James and Denny try and cover all aspects of this year BC Assessment.
This episode focuses on answering these questions around property assessments: how accurate is it compared to the actual value of the house? Does it reflect the current market? How is the assessment done and how much can you trust it?
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel // Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com, Instagram - garbuttdumas, garbuttdumas.ca/ // James Garbutt: Instagram - jamesgarbutt, jamesgarbutt.com/ // Denny Dumas: Instagram - denny.dumas, dennydumas.com
How energy efficient is your home? Have you ever had an Energy Advisor provide you with energy modelling and air tightness testing? Do you know what the BC energy Step Code is? James and Denny talk about the BC Energy Step Code and how builders are using energy software modeling and on-site testing to rate the insulating efficiency of a home. This episode focuses on Step Code goals of New Westminster builds and the positives and negatives of the system.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel // Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com, Instagram - garbuttdumas, garbuttdumas.ca/ // James Garbutt: Instagram - jamesgarbutt, jamesgarbutt.com/ // Denny Dumas: Instagram - denny.dumas, dennydumas.com
How important is social media in growing a business? James and Denny share their personal experiences with social media and how it allowed them to get ahead in the world of real estate. This episode focuses on the power of being yourself in marketing, property exposure, building an audience, business vs personal social media, follower engagement, and favorite social media platforms.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel // Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com, Instagram - garbuttdumas, garbuttdumas.ca/ // James Garbutt: Instagram - jamesgarbutt, jamesgarbutt.com/ // Denny Dumas: Instagram - denny.dumas, dennydumas.com
The Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team are consistently ranked in the top 1% of Realtors in Greater Vancouver with over $300 million in sales over the past 3 years. James Garbutt and Denny Dumas introduce their new podcast about their knowledge and personal experiences in the world of real estate. The podcast will focus on current topics in Vancouver Real Estate and will feature a variety of guests with backgrounds in mortgage lending, real estate investing, property managing and new developments.
Podcast Videos can be found on the Garbutt + Dumas Real Estate Team channel // Email us at garbuttdumaspodcast@gmail.com, Instagram - garbuttdumas, garbuttdumas.ca/ // James Garbutt: Instagram - jamesgarbutt, jamesgarbutt.com/ // Denny Dumas: Instagram - denny.dumas, dennydumas.com