The Selling Houses Podcast

#28 - The Current Market is Interesting & Divorces: What to Do and How it Works if You're Splitting Up

NEW EPISODES WILL NOW BE POSTED ON MONDAYS!This week Tyler and Paul discuss the market in general, how busy is it really? How long are clients taking to find a home in these new conditions? Are bidding wars still happening in Winnipeg?Eventually they make it to their primary discussion of how to approach buying and selling if you are unfortunately in the position of going through a divorce or separation. What is required, what happens if you are both on title? Listen in and learn how to approach this delicate scenario. Number one piece of advice, bring in the professionals to help you. This is a tough spot to be in, don’t take on the extra stress. Tyler and Paul are always open to discussing your situation and helping you achieve your goals. Reach out any time.
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialist www.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages

#27 - QUICK HIT - RATES HAVE DROPPED!

Technically this is episode 28 because we recorded it after we recorded ep27 but we're releasing this one first as its time sensitive but we labeled it as ep 27 to keep the titles concurrent. Its a whole thing. ANYWAY...The bank of Canada DROPPED it's overnight lending rate (or its policy rate) by 0.25 basis points today for the  first time in FOUR YEARS! What does this mean? Check in and find out if this rate drop has any effect on you at all. 

#26 - Strange Times

The real estate market in a little weird right now, found out why as Tyler and Paul catch up on several key topics after being gone for the long weekend. They have both been busy and some interesting things have come up, like multiple offers on listings that have been sitting for a long time and not seeing multiple offers on busy listings. It's strange times out there right now. Listen in to this weeks episode to learn more! 
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages

#25 - Smart Homes - Could your home be too smart?

WE'RE BACK! The spring market is busy and we had to take a little break so Paul could do some mortgages and Tyler could sell some houses!
This week the guys discuss smart homes and everything that comes with them. Is it really a good idea to upgrade your home with smart tech? Does it increase its value, is it safe? 
Take a listen and hear our thoughts on the whole thing. Let us know what you think of smart tech and what you have chosen to run in your home, if any! 
As always if if you're looking for guidance on anything the guys discuss on the show or are looking for expert mortgage and real estate advice, feel free to connect! 
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages

#24 - Bad Neighbours

Hopefully they never live next to you, but they have to live next to someone! Today Paul and Tyler discuss the topic of living next to people that aren't that great. What can you do if your neighbours are confrontational or just plain difficult to be around? What if they're too nice? Can you do anything about it? YOU BET! Paul and Tyler both share some real world scenarios about things they've been a part of or dealt with in the past and explain the different ways you can address the different types of situations. Take some notes so you can be the best neighbour on your street!
As always, feel free to reach out to either Tyler or Paul if you have any questions, they're happy to chat! 
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages 

#23 - Lawncare - How to Up Your Curb Appeal Game!

Its spring time! The grass is greening up, most people who own a home are itching to fire up the lawnmowers and get going on nursing their summertime baby, their lawn. But what if your lawn is not something you're proud of? Tyler and Paul are here to help! Listen in to this weeks episode to learn how to save your frustrating and embarrassing lawn (Tyler was there too!). Even if your lawn isn't at that point, but you just don't know where to start to LEVEL UP your lawn, this episode will give you everything you need to know to get started. What regular routines do you need to follow to get that lush, green, golf course looking lawn that we all dream of? We'll tell you.The guys are going to start spreading out the variety of topics on the show moving forward. While real estate and mortgages will still be at the core of the show, we want to share and discuss everything about home ownership as it all comes full circle when the time to sell arrives. You can look forward to an even wider variety of podcast episode coming your way. 
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Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Expertwww.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages

#22 - Cottage People - Air BnB's? - What you don't know about buying that 2nd property!

This week Paul and Tyler discuss cottages, cabins, camps, lakehouses...whatever you call them. How do you go about buying a vacation home if you already own one? Can your current house pay for it? 
If you have plans to Air BnB a 2nd property, hold your horses and listen in. It may not be as easy as you think (or possible at all!)
Listen in and if you have comments or questions, leave them in the chat or connect with Tyler & Paul directly, they're always happy to chat!
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages 

#21 - Real Estate Mythbusting PART TWO!

Tyler and Paul dive into another 10 common real estate myths and provide their takes on them. Some of the myths the guys cover in this episode are:
Real Estate Agents are always looking out for your best interests
You need perfect credit to purchase a home
Real Estate is always a safe investment
...and so much more. 
As always, if you have a myth you want busted, leave it in the comments or reach out to Paul or Tyler directly! They're always happy to connect. 
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtor (Winnipeg/Manitoba)www.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialist (Canada Wide)www.pauldueckmortgages.ca Castle Mortgages

#20 - BIDDING WARS! How to WIN one, GET one, AVOID one and PLAN for one

Today on the pod Tyler and Paul dive into the hot topic of bidding wars, otherwise know as multiple offer situations. These are the scenarios responsible for homes selling way above their posted list price and they are massively mis-understood by most people. 
The guys break down how to win, get, avoid and plan for this tricky situation and bust some misconceptions. If you are heading into the market as a buyer or seller you NEED to know how these offer scenarios work!
If you'd like to connect with Tyler or Paul, they are always happy to connect! 
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate, Winnipeg
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages, Winnipeg

#19 - How to buy a new home and keep your current low rate (even though you probably shouldn't)

On this weeks episode Tyler and Paul get real with some of the struggles professionals in the industry experience before diving into some insights about what YOU think is happening in the market right now (which is pretty surprising!)
The main theme of the episode is the discussion around rates, buyers holding off on buying for the fear of being mortgage broke and how you can buy a new home and keep the same great rate you signed during the pandemic (although it may not be your best option). 
There is also a bit of a tangent about milk. (sorry about that).As always, if you're interested in connecting with either Paul or Tyler they are always happy to connect. 
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real EstatePaul DueckMortgage Specialist www.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages