Broadview Table Talks: Toronto Real Estate Podcast

Everywhere you look, headlines scream that Toronto’s condo market is crashing. Interest rates are high, condo prices are dropping, and investors are caught in the middle. But what’s really going on behind the scenes?In this video, we explore how banks and government intervention are shaping the Toronto real estate market, why condos are no longer an easy investment, and what this means if you’re caught in the middle. We’ll cover:✅ Why condos aren’t selling✅ How banks are bending the rules to keep the market afloat✅ Why the government can’t afford to let the market crash✅ How immigration policy affects housing affordability✅ What’s next for Toronto’s real estate marketJoin me at Broadview Table Talks, where we unpack Toronto’s complicated real estate dynamics with straightforward talk and practical advice.Watch this video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/f0R6Lv6qF-sSchedule a 15-minute appointment to chat with me here: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/appointmentsDownload our guides here:How to Ask Your Parents For Help: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/family-support-for-fthbThe Toronto Professional's Guide to Real Estate Investing:https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/guide-download▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Subscribe now to keep updated for more information.If you want to chat with us, do the following:1. Send an email at podcast@broadviewavenue.ca; or2. Send a direct message on my Instagram account below; or3. Book an appointment for a 15-minute video chat using the link on our website.If you’re not ready to reach out and just want to follow for more, find us online:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kennethyimhomes?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennethyimhomesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennethyimhomesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyimhomesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadviewAvenueWeb: http://www.broadviewavenue.ca▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Thinking of backing out of a real estate deal? Whether it’s a pre-construction condo, a resale home, or a commercial property, walking away from a legally binding contract can have serious consequences. In this video, I break down the legal, financial, and strategic options you have if you’re struggling to close.- What happens to your deposit?- Can you be sued for more than your deposit?- What if market values have dropped?- Can you assign or negotiate your way out?Watch until the end for real-life case studies and practical solutions. If you’re in this situation and need advice, book a free 15-minute call using the link below.Like & Subscribe for more real estate insights!Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: Can You Back Out of a Real Estate Deal?00:48 – Common Scenarios Where Buyers Default02:08 – Why It's Happening So Much Nowa03:10 – The Ramifications Of Walking Away04:15 – What Actually Happens If You Don't Close?06:36 – Alternative Solutions07:27 – Why You Can’t Advertise Pre-Construction Assignments on MLS08:58 – Real-Life Cases: Buyers Losing Big for Backing Out11:09 – Common Reasons Why Buyers Need to Back Out11:51 – Can You back Out If You Discover Issues After Waiving Conditions?13:28 – Backing Out Of A Pre-construction Condo Deal14:20 – What If the Seller Won’t Let You Out?15:36 – Final Thoughts & Next StepsSchedule a 15-minute appointment to chat with me here: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/appointmentsDownload our guides here:How to Ask Your Parents For Help: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/family-support-for-fthbThe Toronto Professional's Guide to Real Estate Investing:https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/guide-download▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Subscribe now to keep updated for more information.If you want to chat with us, do the following:1. Send an email at podcast@broadviewavenue.ca; or2. Send a direct message on my Instagram account below; or3. Book an appointment for a 15-minute video chat using the link on our website.If you’re not ready to reach out and just want to follow for more, find us online:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kennethyimhomes?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennethyimhomesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennethyimhomesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyimhomesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadviewAvenueWeb: http://www.broadviewavenue.ca▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Are houses finally becoming affordable in Toronto? With interest rates expected to drop and condo inventory surging, buyers have more options than ever. But is it the right time to jump into the market, or should you wait?In this episode of Broadview Table Talks, we break down the latest trends in Toronto real estate, including: • Interest rate predictions and their impact on home prices • Why trade-up buyers are dominating the market right now • The looming condo supply surge in 2025 and its effects on pricing • How government policies and economic shifts may influence the market • Alternative homeownership options, including laneway and garden suitesWe also discuss whether the long-term fundamentals of the Toronto market remain strong and why waiting for a massive crash might not be realistic.🔔 Subscribe for more real estate insights!👍 Like this video? Let us know in the comments!Timestamps:0:00 – Intro and preamble0:38 – Are houses actually becoming affordable now?1:51 – Market stats: Sales volume, inventory surge, and buyer sentiment2:52 – The impact of Trump tariffs on the Canadian economy5:38 – Inflation, monetary policy, and housing price stability6:44 – Why long-term homebuyers should ignore short-term market fluctuations7:37 – Difference between investors and end users in today’s market9:25 – The risks of renting vs. the stability of homeownership10:02 – Inflation and why housing prices will likely continue to rise10:32 – Is now a good time to buy or invest?12:35 – Why trade-up buyers are dominating the market right now13:53 – What’s happening with the condo market?14:32 – Why a 50% price drop is unrealistic and market crashes are unlikely17:11 – Will condo prices keep dropping in 2025?18:34 – The upcoming supply shortage by 2027 and beyond19:44 – Alternative homeownership options: Garden suites and laneway housing21:40 – Closing remarks: Long-term real estate as a stable investmentSchedule a 15-minute appointment to chat with me here: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/appointments Download our guides here: How to Ask Your Parents For Help: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/family-support-for-fthb The Toronto Professional's Guide to Real Estate Investing:https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/guide-download ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Subscribe now to keep updated for more information.If you want to chat with us, do the following:1. Send an email at podcast@broadviewavenue.ca; or2. Send a direct message on my Instagram account below; or3. Book an appointment for a 15-minute video chat using the link on our website.If you’re not ready to reach out and just want to follow for more, find us online:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kennethyimhomes?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennethyimhomesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennethyimhomesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyimhomesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadviewAvenueWeb: http://www.broadviewavenue.ca▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Investing in condos just isn’t cutting it anymore in 2025. Rental incomes don't align with the monthly cost. In this video, we reveal the ultimate strategy that’s turning heads in the investment world: 4+1 multiplexes.Join me on-site with developer Jayden Haywood from River Developments, as we visit one of his active projects nearing completion—a 4-unit multiplex in the main house with 1 laneway suite. We will break down everything you need to know about this new game-changing approach. We'll walk investors through the project from start to finish on multiplex projects.We’ll cover: ✔️ Why 4+1 multiplexes outperform condos as investments in Toronto ✔️ How the new EHON policies with MLI Select financing make this the best time to invest ✔️ The full process: from lot selection to construction, financing, and exit strategies ✔️ Why energy efficiency isn’t just a trend—it’s a necessity for future-proofing your investmentsIf you’re ready to pivot to a real estate strategy that actually works in today’s market, this is the video for you.👉 Watch now to learn how to make your Toronto real estate investments great again!Visit River Developments at: IG : https://www.instagram.com/riverdevelopments/ X : https://x.com/RiverDevTO FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CfRDuMgeE/ Web: https://www.riverdevelopments.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnY49JgcaA0QP7RdtmdCydQ Course: https://course.riverdevelopments.com/ Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5jlRtupG2HsSchedule a 15-minute Zoom call with Ken: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/appointments▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Subscribe now to keep updated for more information.If you want to chat with us, do the following:1. Send an email at podcast@broadviewavenue.ca; or2. Send a direct message on my Instagram account below; or3. Book an appointment for a 15-minute video chat using the link on our website.If you’re not ready to reach out and just want to follow for more, find us online:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kennethyimhomes?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennethyimhomesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennethyimhomesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyimhomesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadviewAvenueWeb: http://www.broadviewavenue.ca▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Discover how the new CMHC policy changes, including the increased borrowing limit to $1.5M, will impact Toronto’s real estate market. We discuss affordability, rental demand trends, and predictions for the market’s future, including a potential boom by 2027. Stay ahead of the curve with insights into high mortgage rates, immigration policies, and housing supply challenges.Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2ZtuOZ--VY8Schedule a 15-minute Zoom call with Ken: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/appointments▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Subscribe now to keep updated for more information.If you want to chat with us, do the following:1. Send an email at podcast@broadviewavenue.ca; or2. Send a direct message on my Instagram account below; or3. Book an appointment for a 15-minute video chat using the link on our website.If you’re not ready to reach out and just want to follow for more, find us online:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kennethyimhomes?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennethyimhomesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennethyimhomesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyimhomesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadviewAvenueWeb: http://www.broadviewavenue.ca▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Donald Trump sounds great for business people and investors, but maybe that only holds true in America. How is it going to affect Canada, and specifically the housing market here?Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NmDinGgKtaM?si=Jb8gufPzBRs6fWLrSchedule a 15-minute Zoom call with Ken: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/appointmentsDownload our guides here:How to Ask Your Parents For Help: https://broadviewavenue.ca/family-support-for-fthbThe Toronto Professional's Guide to Real Estate Investing: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/guide-download▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Subscribe now to keep updated for more information.If you want to chat with us, do the following:1. Send an email at podcast@broadviewavenue.ca; or2. Send a direct message on my Instagram account below; or3. Book an appointment for a 15-minute video chat using the link on our website.If you’re not ready to reach out and just want to follow for more, find us online:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kennethyimhomes?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennethyimhomesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennethyimhomesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyimhomesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadviewAvenueWeb: http://www.broadviewavenue.ca▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

I guess it's happened to others before. And I realize that I should not have given as much information to the scammer as I did, but of course that's easy to see in hindsight. Here's the thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/PersonalFinanceCanada/comments/18dzrty/td_bank_suspicious_call_did_i_get_scammed/ Anyway, beware of scammers out there. Whether it's online banking, tenant fraud, or anything worse. Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XoLhovYGREwSchedule a 15-minute Zoom call with Ken: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/appointmentsDownload our guides here: How to Ask Your Parents For Help: https://broadviewavenue.ca/family-support-for-fthbThe Toronto Professional's Guide to Real Estate Investing: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/guide-download▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Subscribe now to keep updated for more information.If you want to chat with us, do the following:1. Send an email at podcast@broadviewavenue.ca; or2. Send a direct message on my Instagram account below; or3. Book an appointment for a 15-minute video chat using the link on our website.If you’re not ready to reach out and just want to follow for more, find us online:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kennethyimhomes?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennethyimhomesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennethyimhomesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyimhomesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadviewAvenueWeb: http://www.broadviewavenue.ca▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

How can young adults approach their parents for down payment assistance in Toronto’s challenging real estate market? Mikayla Thompson shares her experience saving while living with her parents. We talk about strategies like co-signing and contributing to down payments, the importance of planning, and the benefits of homeownership over renting.Click here for your downloadable guide to help with approaching parents for financial support in buying a first home: https://broadviewavenue.ca/family-support-for-fthbReach out to Mikayla at: https://www.instagram.com/mikaylathompson.caWatch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/l6QNpE7J8tASchedule a 15-minute Zoom call with Ken: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/appointments▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Subscribe now to keep updated for more information.If you want to chat with us, do the following:1. Send an email at podcast@broadviewavenue.ca; or2. Send a direct message on my Instagram account below; or3. Book an appointment for a 15-minute video chat using the link on our website.If you’re not ready to reach out and just want to follow for more, find us online:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kennethyimhomes?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennethyimhomesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennethyimhomesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyimhomesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadviewAvenueWeb: http://www.broadviewavenue.ca▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

With the dropping mortgage rates and new CMHC rules, is now the right time to buy or sell? Join us we get into the latest stats for September 2024 and break down what this all means to potential home buyers and sellers.Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-lQc17sNojo?si=z4CFeG9CVuo6BIczSchedule a 15-minute Zoom call with Ken: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/appointments▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Subscribe now to keep updated for more information.If you want to chat with us, do the following:1. Send an email at podcast@broadviewavenue.ca; or2. Send a direct message on my Instagram account below; or3. Book an appointment for a 15-minute video chat using the link on our website.If you’re not ready to reach out and just want to follow for more, find us online:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kennethyimhomes?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennethyimhomesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennethyimhomesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyimhomesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadviewAvenueWeb: http://www.broadviewavenue.ca▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬

Wouldn’t it be ideal to earn huge returns in real estate with minimal money down? During the golden days of the past two decades, when interest rates were cheap, that was possible. You could buy almost any asset—not just real estate—and watch it soar, thanks to real negative interest rates (where borrowing costs were lower than inflation). However, those easy money days are over.In today’s market, going all-in beats limping in when buying real estate. Join us as we explore why a solid deposit, despite the new CMHC mortgage insurance rules, is more crucial than ever for your property investment success.Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NmA8HDFMNU4Schedule a 15-minute Zoom call with Ken: https://www.broadviewavenue.ca/appointments▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Subscribe now to keep updated for more information.If you want to chat with us, do the following:1. Send an email at podcast@broadviewavenue.ca; or2. Send a direct message on my Instagram account below; or3. Book an appointment for a 15-minute video chat using the link on our website.If you’re not ready to reach out and just want to follow for more, find us online:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kennethyimhomes?sub_confirmation=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennethyimhomesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kennethyimhomesLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethyimhomesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadviewAvenueWeb: http://www.broadviewavenue.ca▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬