In Your AREA Podcast: Recent Episodes
Alberta Real Estate Association
The Alberta Real Estate Association wants to provide the on-the-go, ultra-busy REALTOR® a bite-sized option for auditory professional development. Whether in your car, in the gym, or doing your paperwork, In Your AREA is available 24 hours a day and offers Alberta's REALTORS® the opportunity to learn without compromising their business. Offered monthly, each episode is no more than 30 minutes or so and offers a conversation between industry members and subject matter experts around topics that matter to REALTORS®. Happy Listening!
In this episode of In Your AREA, Provincial Practice Advisor Bryan Statt sits down with Philip Mincer, owner of Mission Workplace and consultant, to discuss occupational health and safety.
Join Bryan and Phil as they dive into occupational health and safety and how its regulations and safety codes apply to the real estate industry for brokers and brokerages, such as the brokerage compliance program, emergency response planning, and more.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode of In Your AREA, Provincial Practice Advisor Bryan Statt sits down with Clint Clark, a seasoned real estate lawyer, to discuss the common ways to irritate a real estate lawyer.
Join Bryan and Clint as they discuss the ways that you can avoid irritating your lawyer, such as leaving reasonable time to close deals, closing a purchase deal and a sale deal for the same client on the same day, closing deals on a Friday, or even closing deals right before a long weekend, and more!
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode of In Your AREA, Provincial Practice Advisor Bryan Statt sits down with real estate lawyer Clint Clark to discuss common contract mistakes that drive your broker, and even your lawyer, crazy.
Join Bryan and Clint as they discuss why time truly is of the essence, pulling land titles, the importance of clarifying attached and unattached goods, and more!
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode of In Your AREA, Provincial Practice Advisor Bryan Statt sits down with Condominium Law Specialist Erin Berney to discuss condominium transactions.
Join Bryan and Erin as they dive into the complex topic of condominiums, such as what it means to own a condominium, the importance of condominium documents, the role of the condominium board, why you should carefully read your condominium’s bylaws and more.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode of In Your AREA, Provincial Practice Advisor Bryan Statt sits down with Condominium Law Specialist Erin Berney to discuss the complex topic of short-term rentals such as Airbnb, Vrbo, and other vacation rentals.
Join Bryan and Erin as they discuss what is considered a short-term rental, why they do not qualify under the Residential Tenancies Act and if there is legislation to manage short-term rentals, and more.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode of In Your AREA, Provincial Practice Advisor Bryan Statt sits down with privacy law expert Laura Bracco Callahan to discuss recording during showings, both inside and outside of the home, and the privacy concerns that follow.
Join Bryan and Laura as they break down the key differences between recording video and audio, the meaning of one-party consent and what that means when representing both buyers and sellers, and the legalities of recording different areas of the home.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode of In Your AREA, Provincial Practice Advisor Bryan Statt sits down with privacy law expert Laura Bracco Callahan to unpack a topic every Alberta REALTOR® needs to understand: privacy in real estate. This episode covers why privacy policies aren’t optional anymore, best practices for storing, retaining, and destroying client information, how to manage liability and ensure proper consent, and more!
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode of In Your AREA, Provincial Practice Advisor Bryan Statt sits down with Lindsay Fulcher, a commercial insurance broker at Toole Peet Insurance, to discuss the importance of liability coverage for REALTORS®.
Join Bryan and Lindsay as they break down the key differences between Errors and Omissions Insurance and Comprehensive General Liability Insurance, explore real-world scenarios where coverage is essential, and highlight best practices to protect both REALTORS® and brokerages from unexpected risks.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode of In Your AREA, Provincial Practice Advisor Bryan Statt engages in an informative discussion with Mark Sokolnicki, a regional compliance manager for the Financial Tracking and Analysis Centre (FINTRAC).
Get ready as Bryan and Mark discuss the finer points around FINTRAC regulations, best practice suggestions and practical advice that everyone wants to ask.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode of In Your AREA, Provincial Practice Advisor Bryan Statt engages in a super practical discussion about REALTORS® and their taxes with John Pinset, a founding partner of St. Arnaud Pinsent Steman Charter Professional Accountants in Edmonton.
We discuss incorporation, self-employment, tax write-offs and other common REALTOR® questions that everyone would love to ask but don't know how.
We hope you enjoy.
In this episode of In Your AREA, we discuss the Foreign Buyer Ban with Dionne Levesque of SVR Lawyers. We discuss the legislation and regulations REALTOR members need to consider when working with buyers over the next two years. We hope you enjoy!
In this episode of In Your AREA, we discuss tenancy with Helen Werbicki, an associate lawyer for Galbraith Law. We discuss the ins and outs of residential tenancy, the Residential Tenancies Act in Alberta, tenant and landlord rights, things to watch out for and even touch on commercial tenancy a bit. We hope you enjoy!
In today’s episode, AREA's Provincial Practice Advisor, Bryan Statt has a great conversation with David West, managing lawyer for West Legal.
Born and raised in Alberta, David is well versed in the culture and context of Alberta law, specializing in the areas of real estate, wills, estates and probate. This episode covers the current landscape in Alberta surrounding the moving of electronic funds, pitfalls for brokers and associates to avoid, and even a look towards the future potential of the electronic money movement. We hope you enjoy!
This episode is one of a special series, which interviews each of the UCP Party leadership candidates on questions of interest to REALTORS®.
On October 6th, the UCP Party will choose a new leader, and that leader will become Alberta's next Premier.
In this episode, Christine Cusanelli, Senior Advocacy Advisor of AREA sits down with UCP Candidate Leela Aheer, MLA for Chestermere - Strathmore.
We hope you enjoy!
This episode is one of a special series, which interviews each of the UCP Party leadership candidates on questions of interest to REALTORS®.
On October 6th, the UCP Party will choose a new leader, and that leader will become Alberta's next Premier.
In this episode, Jolene Ledene Reimer, Chair-Elect of AREA sits down with UCP Candidate Danielle Smith, Former MLA for Highwood.
We hope you enjoy!
This episode is one of a special series, which interviews each of the UCP Party leadership candidates on questions of interest to REALTORS®.
On October 6th, the UCP Party will choose a new leader, and that leader will become Alberta's next Premier.
In this episode, David P. Brown, Chair of AREA sits down with UCP Candidate Travis Toews, MLA for Grande Prairie Wapiti.
We hope you enjoy!
This episode is one of a special series, which interviews each of the UCP Party leadership candidates on questions of interest to REALTORS®.
On October 6th, the UCP Party will choose a new leader, and that leader will become Alberta's next Premier.
In this episode, Stan Mills, Chair-Elect of AREA's Political Action Committee sits down with UCP Candidate Todd Loewen, MLA for Central Peace-Notley.
We hope you enjoy!
In today’s episode, we have an extended conversation with Jim Reich, of Reich Law in Calgary. Jim brings an incredible depth of experience in this subject with over 30 years of experience, and as a serving member of the Canadian Bar Association through both the real estate and foreclosure sections. We discuss the foreclosure process in Alberta, crucial things to understand about the courts and real estate, situations to watch for, and even tips for homeowners facing foreclosure. We hope you enjoy!
In today’s episode, we have a chance to talk to Heather Manna, Managing Partner with MMG Mortgages. Heather has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the mortgage industry which she enjoys providing in a really practical way. We discuss the current lending environment, government interventions, changing markets and, even touch on some of the tricky situations she has faced. We hope you enjoy!
Alberta Real Estate Associations' Chief Economist Ann-Marie Lurie reviews the trends in the Alberta housing market during the first quarter of 2022.
Visit our website for the full provincial statistics report on our website.
We are thrilled to be joined by Christine Cusanelli, Senior Advocacy Advisor here at AREA. Christine’s unique experience as a government relations specialist, former member of the Legislative Assembly in Alberta, and former Minister of the Crown, brings a unique perspective and wisdom that all listeners will enjoy. We discuss current government relations work, issues successfully advocated, and ways members can get involved.
We hope you enjoy!
This month, we are excited to have a conversation with Ann Marie Lurie, Chief Economist at AREA. Ann Marie’s unique experience as an economist interacting with the real estate industry in Alberta brings a tangible clarity and wisdom that all listeners will enjoy. We discuss external market factors, supply and demand dynamics, and even explanations of many commonly used terms in real estate statistical analysis.
We hope you enjoy!
In today’s episode, we are glad to have a discussion with Brett Turner, associate broker for Real Brokerage Inc and Co-Founder of Redline Real Estate Group. Brett has navigated the ups and downs of markets as an independent brokerage founder/owner, in addition to a busy practicing associate broker in Calgary. Brett’s unique experience and knowledge of the challenges and benefits of low inventory markets provide clarity for REALTORS® and consumers alike. We discuss both the buyer and seller challenges in a low-inventory market, how REALTORS® navigate these stressful situations, and how it interacts with the MLS® system.
We hope you enjoy!
Alberta Real Estate Associations' Chief Economist Ann-Marie Lurie reviews the trends in the Alberta housing market during the fourth quarter of 2021.
Visit our website for the full provincial statistics report on our website.
This month, we are pleased to speak to Chris Pitman, Associate Broker for Royal LePage Benchmark in Calgary. Chris is very involved in the practical operations of the FINTRAC compliance program at the brokerage level and offers some of his real-world experience with the outworking of FINTRAC regulations. We discuss FINTRAC from the REALTOR®-client perspective, as well as from the brokerage perspective, including the experience of going through a FINTRAC assessment.
For more practice guidance, check out our weekly blog, Practically Speaking.
In today’s episode, we welcome back Lisa Statt Foy, partner at Field Law. Lisa’s practice specialties include the areas of estate planning, estate administration, trusts, and intellectual property. Her many years of experience and knowledge really help us clear up some of the misconceptions associated with our topic today on the probate process, Power of Attorney, and enduring power of attorney relating to real estate. As these issues affect REALTORS® and consumers alike we are confident every listener will come away with some new valuable insights.
We hope you enjoy!
In today’s episode, we welcome Sharon Blondin, owner of CondoQuest, and a director of the Condo Owners Council of Alberta. Sharon has been involved in the condominium industry for many years and brings a great depth of knowledge to our discussion to help REALTORS® and consumers understand the basics of condominium documents, as well as lead us into some of the important things to look for when considering a purchase of a condominium in Alberta. With recent amendments to the condominium properties act, Sharon also highlights a couple of important takeaways for listeners.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we are joined by Lisa Statt Foy, partner at Field Law who specializes in intellectual property law, trademarking, and copyright. Lisa brings her wealth of legal knowledge to our discussion to help REALTORS® understand the potential pitfalls and best practices related to the use of images, trademarks, copyrighting, and more. With the explosion of digital marketing in real estate, this discussion is more important than ever.
We hope you enjoy!
Alberta Real Estate Associations' Chief Economist Ann-Marie Lurie reviews the trends in the Alberta housing market during the third quarter of 2021.
Visit our website for the full provincial statistics report: https://tinyurl.com/kpjc32v5
This month, we welcome AREA Director Shirley Williams, Broker/Owner of Royal LePage Premier Real Estate as well as Rob and Beth Andress of Safe International, an organization dedicated to safety training for REALTORS®. Shirley, Rob, and Beth discuss common misconceptions about REALTOR® safety, the best tools REALTORS® can use to protect themselves, as well as real scenarios and surprises that REALTORS® need to be aware of.
Sign up to join Rob & Beth for a webinar developed to equip REALTORS® with self-protection & strategies to avoid violence: https://tinyurl.com/2twdkd8c
Please note: due to the intense nature of the subject matter and some explicit content, listener discretion is advised.
In this episode, we welcome Ellyn Mendham of RE/MAX Realty Professionals. Joining her is AREA's new Provincial Practice Advisor, Bryan Statt. They discuss why a holdback is preferred, digging into the details of how much to hold back, as well as review the wording of terms and concerns around fraudulent activity. The duo chats about the current views of mortgage lenders regarding holdbacks and consider a lawyer's ability to enforce them.
We hope you enjoy!
Alberta Real Estate Associations' Chief Economist Ann-Marie Lurie reviews the trends in the Alberta housing market during the second quarter of 2021.
Visit our website for the full provincial statistics report: https://tinyurl.com/kpjc32v5
In today's episode, we welcome Diana Burwell, Partner at Seguro LLP and Karen Salmon, Broker/Owner at RE/MAX Prime Real Estate. Diana and Karen chat about the occasions in which GST does and does not apply in real estate transactions, and the questions a REALTOR® can ask when GST concerns arise. They discuss GST as it pertains to new home sales, rural land, rentals, and what constitutes a commercial property.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we welcome Andrea Engel of Maxwell Devonshire Realty and Robert Hainsworth of Nigro Manucci Law. The duo chats about the prevalence of backup offers in this current market and their three Ps: Pitfalls, Pros, and Practices. Answering common questions, they dig into how to create a strong backup offer, reviewing terms and conditions, and more.
This special edition episode features a conversation between Frances Dares of Urban Upgrade & New Infills and Heather Manna of MMG Mortgages. The pair chat about the new mortgage stress test rules coming out on June 1, 2021, and how these will impact buyers and sellers in Alberta. They also discuss the current real estate market, what might happen with occupancy levels in city centres, and where interest rates might go in the months to come.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we are joined by Steevie Soucie of Keller Williams Realty Centres in Ontario and Ginger Andrews of RE/MAX Real Estate (Central) in Calgary. As REALTORS® who successfully use social media as a communication and relationship-building mechanism, they share their tips, tricks, and challenges with you. Steevie shares her best practices on Tiktok, where she has amassed over 75,000 followers and 2 million likes, diving into how to get started, what to share, and how to deal with negative feedback.
Follow Steevie on social media:
tiktok.com/@steeviesoucie
instagram.com/steevie_volpealcorn
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instagram.com/ginger.andrews
On this month's episode, we are joined by three Alberta lawyers as their top five most commonly seen mistakes made by REALTORS® on AREA forms. Dave West of West Legal, Denise Hendrix of Hendrix Law, and Jim Doyle of Vogel Verjee offer up guidance on how to avoid contract mistakes and address any issue that arises.
We hope you enjoy!
Alberta Real Estate Associations' Chief Economist Ann-Marie Lurie reviews the trends in the Alberta housing market during the first quarter of 2021.
Visit our website for the full provincial statistics report: https://tinyurl.com/kpjc32v5
On this month's episode, Bill MacDougall, Broker/Owner of Optimum Realty Group, chats with Michael Litchfield of Thinklab Legal Education and Training. They talk cannabis as it relates to real estate: from smoke drift, medical accommodations, and stigmas, to latent and patent defects related to grow-ops.
We hope you enjoy!
On this special edition episode, we hear from Jennifer Gilbert, Associate Broker at Coldwell Banker City Side Realty, as she chats with Matt Daigle, CEO of Rise, a sustainable housing education organization for both consumers and real estate professionals. The duo discusses a variety of topics, including new trends in sustainable housing and the necessary role and responsibility that a real estate agent plays when it comes to supporting consumers in buying or selling sustainable homes.
Learn more about the Rise course offerings on our website.
In this episode, we hear from Stephanie Chipeur, a doctoral candidate at McGill University Faculty of Law, and an ardent accessibility advocate. She is joined by her REALTOR®, Jason Bamlett, RE/MAX House of Real Estate, and Zain Velji, partner at NorthWeather and Pillar 9™ board member. Stephanie shares her story of searching for a fully accessible home in Calgary, and how it led her to her advocacy in improving accessibility in real estate. The trio also talks about recommendations for REALTORS® when supporting clients looking for accessible housing, and what the inclusion of the accessibility search features on the Pillar 9™ MLS® system means for both REALTORS® and consumers.
In today's episode, we hear from AREA Managing Director Heather Coleman, Pillar 9™ Chair Corinne Lyall, and Pillar 9™ CEO Shane Griffin. The trio dive into the history behind Pillar 9™, what offerings Pillar 9™ provides to subscribers, and what makes it stand out from other MLS® providers.
For more information about Pillar 9™, please visit their website.
In our final episode of the year, we feature reflections from several Alberta REALTORS® as they navigated the unusual landscape that was 2020. Our guests share their biggest lessons from 2020, how it has changed them as REALTORS®, and what they look forward to in the coming year.
Time Stamps:
00:42 - Ann-Marie Lurie, AREA Chief Economist
04:57 - Julio Florez, Florez l Burton, Royal LePage True North Realty Fort McMurray
06:57 - Jennifer Gilbert, Coldwell Banker City Side Realty
10:26 - Ryan Smith, CIR Realty
13:33 - Frances Dares, Urban Upgrade and New Infills
19:58 - Tom Shearer, Royal LePage Noralta Real Estate
23:43 - Kristie Kruger, AREA 2020 Chair
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This episode features a conversation between Ryan Vollmar of Spark Real Estate and David West of West Legal. The pair chat about the history of chattels and fixtures in case law and review what most lawyers and judges consider to be the defining difference. They continue their conversation by reviewing some of the common items that have caused confusion, including alarm systems and air conditioners.
We hope you enjoy!
This special edition episode features a conversation between Frances Dares of Urban Upgrade & New Infills and Heather Manna of MMG Mortgages. The pair chat about COVID-19 mortgage deferral implications, the current state of interest rates, as well the importance of securing a full pre-approval versus a pre-qualification for your clients early on.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we are joined by David P. Brown of the Real Estate Company Ltd. and Gloria Vinci of Vinci Phillips Law. The duo breaks down the different types of foreclosure situations, talks through judicial sales, dealing with multiple offers, and how to manage foreclosure timelines during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode of In Your AREA, we are joined by Madeline Sarafinchan of Jayman Realty (EDM) Inc. and Prajitha Kurup of Polished Skills. Madeline and Prajitha chat about the various way in which REALTORS® can display etiquette in real estate, including working with difficult clients and agent-to-agent relationships. Prajitha shares some best practices for encouraging both safety and etiquette during the COVID-19 pandemic, how to dress for your role, and the unconscious judgments that impact our perceptions of others.
We hope you enjoy!
In this episode, we are joined by Cathie Catalano of Source 1 Realty Corp. and Adam Thomson of Toole Peet Insurance. The duo addresses common misconceptions regarding real estate insurance, digging into what REIX covers and does not cover, the things you need to ask your broker about to take action and insurance during the COVID-19 pandemic. Adam shares some of the most common scenarios in which REALTORS® could require liability insurance as well as some of the more obscure ones that no one could have predicted.
We hope you enjoy!
This episode features a conversation between Ron O'Shea of The Real Estate Company and Jeff Kahane of Kahane Law. The duo breaks down some of the common questions about mobile homes, and the role of a REALTOR® in selling them. They review what classifies a mobile home versus a recreation vehicle, what is needed to list a mobile home properly, and how to do your due diligence as a REALTOR® for your client when selling these unique living spaces.
We hope you enjoy!
This episode features a conversation between celebrated Canadian speaker and Cross-Cultural Communication Expert Tina Varughese and Jolene Ledene Reimer of Royal LePage in Brooks. The duo chats about diversity in Alberta, what REALTORS® can do to create a more positive experience for clients when English is not their first language, and how to invest your time and dollars to market yourself within a certain cultural community. They delve into the meaning of Cultural Collectivism as well as the dos and don'ts of negotiating and interacting with people from different backgrounds.
We hope you enjoy!
This episode features a conversation between Michelle Perreault, Senior Professional Development Advisor at AREA and Dustin Kozak, a certified nutritionist who has traveled globally to explore the nuances of wellness from a scientific perspective.
We chat about why nutrition is so important during stressful times, the foods, and nutrients you should focus on to drive your wellness and what to steer clear of in order to feel better, mentally and physically. As well Dustin chats about some COVID-19 best practices to create a sense of comfort for your clients.
We hope you enjoy!
This episode features three separate conversations centered around the CRTC’s Do Not Call List and specifically the requirements of industry members in Alberta.
Roger Arsenaut is the Broker/Owner at Maxwell Canyon Creek in Calgary and has had personal experiences with the Do Not Call List recently which he graciously shares.
Then Simon Parham, Legal Counsel at CREA, walks listeners through a basic understanding of how the DNCL operates, the most common mis-steps he has seen REALTORS® make and why it seems like there is more attention from the CRTC in Alberta then ever before.
Finally the final recording is provided to us by the CRTC themselves. Dana-Lynn Wood and Cristina Beck speak with us from Ottawa to chat about the DNCL in general, specifically to REALTORS® and what you can do to protect yourself and the consumers whom you are interacting with.
We hope you enjoy!
In this second installment of our COVID-19 special edition episodes focusing on REALTOR® Wellness, Macaulay Brown of The Real Estate Company chats with Cory Donald of FORWARD Psychology. The duo talk about the true meaning of anxiety, and how it can manifest itself in everyday life. Macaulay talks about his own experiences with anxiety, while, as a psychologist, Cory offers guidance on how to recognize, accept, and thrive during these moments and come out stronger on the other side.
We hope you enjoy!
The next three COVID-19 special edition episodes of In Your AREA will explore REALTORS® Wellness and will dive into the impact that stress can have on our bodies, our minds and our spirits.
On this episode, Michelle Perreault, AREA's Senior Professional Development Advisor speaks with Michelle Bulechowsky of Mermaid Health & Wellness. Michelle is a certified practitioner in several disciplines including massage therapy, cupping, Reiki, aromatherapy and reflexology.
The ladies chat about how large stressors, like that caused by COVID-19 can impact our energy, our mood and our relationships with others. They discuss how to get in tune with your own state of wellness and actions you can take in order to get back on track to a healthy state of mind.
We hope you enjoy!
This episode features a conversation between three lawyers on AREA’s Forms and Practices Committee: Denise Hendrix of Hendrix Law, Jim Doyle of Verjee and Associates and Stan Galbraith of Galbraith Law.
Kelly Kimber, AREA’s Senior Member Engagement Advisor asks the lawyers questions stemming from member concerns we have been receiving in this COVID-19 impacted downturn. The group chats about the current state of real estate in their practices, the risk of adding open-ended clauses to the purchase contract and how to mitigate risks in relationships with clients and when to go to a lawyer for council.
In this special edition episode of In Your AREA features a conversation between Mike Star of CIR Realty, Vonny Fast of CUTCO Closing Gifts, and Nolan Matthias of Mortgage360. The trio chat about the intrinsic benefits of giving, and how developing a personal relationship with your clients can help you to better meet their needs. They also take some time to talk about ideal ways to use this COVID-19 impacted downturn to improve your business.
This episode of In Your AREA features a conversation between Janet Kuehn, Associate Broker at RE/MAX Advantage Whitecourt and Pamela Barnum, Trust Strategist and Body Language Expert as they explore the importance of body language and communication in a real estate negotiation. Pamela chats about her past experience as an undercover police officer and prosecutor and how these two roles allowed her to perfect the art of interpreting body language and intention. We hope you enjoy!
In this special edition episode of In Your AREA, we invited Nolan Matthais of Mortgage360 and Mathew Said Morley of Re/Max First to chat about the implications of the mortgage deferrals now being offered in response to COVID-19. Nolan and Matt chat about why interest rates are going down but payments still seem to be going up and how best you can support your client in understanding mortgages at this trying time. We hope you enjoy!
In this special edition episode of In Your AREA, we invited Barb Betts of Betts Realty Group in California to chat with Kelly Kimber, AREA's Senior Member Engagement Advisor about actions REALTORS®️ can take during slow periods of business to positively impact their future opportunities. Barb shares her REALTOR®️ Action Plan designed to improve your relationships with clients and other industry members, as well as your impact in the community.
This episode of In Your AREA introduces the new Commission Protection Program, a benefit now included in your member dues. Michael Brodrick of Homes & Gardens Real Estate joins Kate Bailey, AREA's Director of Program Development, and Michelle Perreault, AREA Senior Professional Development Advisor, in discussing the origin of the program and how it impacts both associates and brokers. The trio walks through the program steps, emphasizing important dates, forms, and the diligence that agents must take to ensure their commissions remain protected. The episode also delves into how the program fairly addresses the concerns of both agents and their brokers.
In this episode of In Your AREA,Ryan Smith of CIR Realty joins Judy Poole of Royal Lepage Benchmark and AREA’s Senior Professional Advisor Michelle Perreault to discuss the foundations of representing your clients in buying or selling a condo property. The trio address frequently asked questions around condos and highlight the different approaches that can be taken when assisting clients.
The Government of Alberta’s Guide to Buying and Owning a Condominium: https://tinyurl.com/rbqmhkj
This episode of In Your AREA features a review of the changes made to Condo Regulations on January 1, 2020. Join Ryan Smith of CIR Realty as he chats with Bill MacDougall of Optimum Realty Group and Matt McMillan, AREA's Advocacy Advisor as they walk through the actions that got us here and what these changes mean for REALTORS® and their clients. Enjoy!
This episode of In Your AREA features a quick conversation about aerial photography in real estate. Join REALTOR® Ryan Vollmar of Spark Real Estate, Jesse Pollard of Sona Visual and Michelle Perreault, AREA’s Senior Professional Development Advisor as they break down current legislative changes around drone usage and how best to partner with an aerial photography provider in creating a value-add for your clients. Enjoy!
This episode of In Your AREA features a detailed conversation around accounting best practices, sharing helpful tips for managing your books at tax time, what to consider before submitting client gifts for tax rebates, and understanding your cycle of business. Join REALTOR® Val Laferriere of Royal LePage Solutions, Chris Russell, a partner with the Canmore office of Baker Tilly Rockies LLP, and Michelle Perreault, AREA’s Senior Professional Development Advisor to break things down as we head towards tax season.
This episode of In Your AREA features a discussion between marketing experts, Mirissa Kampf and Raquelle Kilotaitis of Carte Blanche Mgmt, and Associate Broker Karen Salmon. The ladies have a lively chat around current consumer trends, how to create loyalty in an age where we're surrounded by options, and how REALTORS® can spread their unique messaging on social media. Karen shares her tips and tricks when it comes to valuing people over profits, while Mirissa and Raquelle divulge general marketing best practices.
This episode of In Your AREA delves deep into the use of statistics in real estate. First, Anne-Marie Lurie, AREA Chief Economist talks about the new AREA Statistics Dashboard, how the information can be accessed, and how to use it to support your business. Then, Lindsey Smith of CIR Realty opens up about how he encourages his agents to use stats in their client conversations, and the benefits they have received from doing so.
To listen to the individual recordings, begin the episode at the following time marker:00:54 - Ann-Marie Lurie
14:27 - Lindsey Smith
This episode of In Your AREA offers two conversations around the current state of home inspections and the reports that follow. The first chat between Kelly Kimber of AREA and Martin Feisel of A Buyers Choice Home Inspections delves into current trends in home inspections and why these reports seem to be getting longer. Then Kelly talks with Ellyn Mendham of Remax Realty Professionals about what she is seeing with clients and how best to support the process.
This episode explores the FINTRAC compliance requirements and auditing experience from the perspectives of primary industry stakeholders. Listen to a broker share his auditing experience and subsequent learning. Then a lawyer with CREA outlines brokerage responsibilities and provides resources available to all AREA members. Furthermore, a representative with FINTRAC breaks down the real estate compliance expectations and audit process, busts some common myths and reviews recent updates to the AML process.
To listen to the individual recordings, begin the episode at the following time marker:
0:00 - Dale Russell, Broker
12:45 - Simon Parham, CREA
22:50 - Murray Duggar, FINTRAC
This month spend some time exploring the Dower Act with Bianca Kratt of Parlee McLaws LLP and Tom Shearer of Royal LePage Noralta in Edmonton. This quick conversation reviews the act and it’s history in Alberta and explores a REALTORS® responsibility when it comes to ensuring it’s properly handled.
Guests Joanna Barstad and Cory Donald talk REALTOR® Wellness and how to refocus attention on the things that truly matter.
Are you receiving a lot of questions from clients who are trying to understand the recent changes to the mortgage rules in Canada? Answer these concerns with ease and confidence after listening to Eden Simari, of Eden Simari Mortgage Solutions and Bill MacDougall of Optimum Realty make sense of it all.
Are you receiving a lot of questions from clients who are trying to understand the recent changes to the mortgage rules in Canada? Answer these concerns with ease and confidence after listening to Eden Simari, of Eden Simari Mortgage Solutions and Bill MacDougall of Optimum Realty make sense of it all.
Did you know that there are fewer renters in Alberta than ever before? More and more young Albertans are choosing to stay home and save up before investing in their first property. Check out the conversation between Chloe McAra and Meryn Severson and Michelle Maroto to learn more about Millennial Buying Trends.
Curious as to what benefit a homeowner receives when converting to environmentally friendly appliances? Take a listen to Jennifer Lucas chat with Julia-Maria Becker and Saeed Kaddoura of the Pembina Institute to learn about Going Green in 2019.
Have you ever been worried about your well-being while hosting an open house or showing a property to a client who made you uneasy? This two-part series on REALTOR® safety is a must-listen! Debra DeWaal of Safe & Sound Safety Training, Lynn Dueck of the Calgary Police Services Victim’s Unit and Jennifer Gilbert, AREA President, chat about trusting your “gut” and how saying less on social media can help keep you safe.
Have you ever been worried about your well-being while hosting an open house or showing a property to a client who made you uneasy? This two-part series on REALTOR® safety is a must-listen! Debra DeWaal of Safe & Sound Safety Training, Lynn Dueck of the Calgary Police Services Victim’s Unit and Jennifer Gilbert, AREA President, chat about trusting your “gut” and how saying less on social media can help keep you safe.
Ever ask yourself at what point you should consider incorporation? Join Corinne Lyall, Broker/Owner of Royal Lepage Benchmark and Charles Osuji and Jim Smith of Osuji & Smith Lawyers as they explore this very question!
All things RPR! AREA’s own Andrea Gibson and Stan Galbraith of Galbraith Law review when to use strikeouts, the pros and cons of RPRs and title insurance, and who to call on when you aren’t sure what to do.
Have you been in a situation where you weren’t sure what to disclose to a buyer’s agent? Kristie Kruger of Royal LePage South Country Real Estate and Dave de la Ronde of REIX answer all your questions about the do’s and don’ts of disclosure!