The Selling Houses Podcast
Professional Realtor Tyler Robb along with Mortgage Specialist Paul Dueck explore a wide variety of topics centered around buying and selling real estate in one of Canada’s most interesting markets, Winnipeg Manitoba. Central Canada doesn’t share the same ebbs and flows as other major city centers, Winnipeg is a high activity market where it is traditionally challenging for buyers to secure a home. Tyler & Paul (along with some other industry experts) discuss strategies for writing offers, how to navigate mortgage financing, along with tips and tricks on how to get the best deal no matter if you’re buying or selling!
Episodes

Friday Mar 08, 2024
Friday Mar 08, 2024
We've been planning this one for a while now and it's finally here. If you're considering renovating DO NOT MISS THIS EPISODE. Tyler and Paul are joined by veteran framer and plumber and all around handy-man Dave Hawrysh and they talk about all kinds of great things around renovating your home.
Home Maintenance
Water Intrusion (and Prevention)
Finishing Basements
Paying for your reno and how to charge your contractor
DIY you shouldn't do
New Builds and their quality
As a contractor what would Dave reno first?
Decks and Permits
This special episode is full of great content and as usual, if you want to get in touch with Tyler or Paul thery're happy to connect.
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages

Friday Mar 01, 2024
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Owning a home comes with a lot of responsibility and maintenance. Sure, you can hire a lot of those jobs out but that in itself can be a lot of work, so you could just buy a condo instead!
Paul and Tyler dive into what it looks like to consider condo life. It needs to be understood that choosing a condo comes with a specific lifestyle and there is a lot to consider. Listen in and learn!
As always if you're interested in connecting with Paul or Tyler they are happy to chat!
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.ca
Castle Mortgages

Saturday Feb 24, 2024
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
THIS EPISODE: How much will current rates change your mortgage payment? | The spring market looks like it’s going to be BONKERS | Why you shouldn’t buy furniture for your house (yet!) | Can/should you call/text your Realtor at 10:00pm? This weeks episode is chalk full of great information as Paul and Tyler get into the weeds on several different topics to keep top of mind when entering the real estate market.
Paul gives us a great update on current interest rates and we crunch some numbers to see how they will affect your current payment if you have to renew this year. Tyler takes us through some sales numbers in Winnipeg and provides some insight into why he thinks this spring is going to be BONKERS!The guys also talk about how you could accidentally blow up your deal after your remove your conditions by doing things like buying things like furniture prior to your possession date.They end the pod with a casual chat about what time of the day is too late to call/text your Realtor? Is there ever such a time?
As always if you have questions or want to connect with Tyler or Paul, they are always happy to connect with the listeners.
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages

Saturday Feb 17, 2024
Saturday Feb 17, 2024
Turns out the guys may have skipped over a somewhat important part of the buying process during their two part masterclass...WRITING THE OFFER (Sorry about that!)
In this episode, Paul and Tyler go through the major components of the offer and break each part down for you. They cover deposits, which is your UP FRONT CASH and how to make sure you DON'T LOSE IT, conditions and what ones are DEAL KILLERS, as well as what to do after your offer is accepted because you STILL DON"T OWN A HOME YET.
This is a great episode for anyone looking to better understand the offering process and those looking to enter the market this spring.
As always if you'd like to get in touch with Tyler or Paul, they are always happy to connect.
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.ca Castle Mortgages

Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
SURPRISE! We dropped this episode a day early! Part 1 of the buyers masterclass drew a lot of attention and listeners have been asking for part two ever since! So, here it is.
In this episode Tyler and Paul go through the list of professionals that you'll need on your journey to secure your new home, then they dive into how to properly look at a home (YES THERE IS A RIGHT WAY!) The provide tips on what to look for in home exteriors, roofs, foundations and more. At the end of the episode they close out the show discussing closing costs. What are they? How much are they? Why do YOU have to pay for them as the buyer?
This episode is a must-listen if you're entering the market this year! As always, if you have questions or comments or are in need of professional services, feel free to connect with Tyler or Paul anytime!
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.ca Royal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages

Saturday Feb 03, 2024
Saturday Feb 03, 2024
IT'S HERE! Part one of the Buyers Masterclass and it's a good one! In this episode Paul and Tyler cover the very first things you should do if you plan to buy a home (especially during the spring market!). They also provide tips and tricks on how approach viewing homes and perhaps most importantly Realtor red flags!
Is your Realtor working with your best interests in mind or are they just trying to make a sale? Also, find out why you shouldn't just call the agent on the sign!
As always if you have any questions or want to connect with Tyler Robb or Paul Dueck they're happy to take calls and accept new clients.
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.caCastle Mortgages

Sunday Jan 28, 2024
Sunday Jan 28, 2024
Paul and Tyler sift through questions that were raised from listeners after our two part Sellers Masterclass. Get answers on who is actually going to show your home when its for sale, what you should do with your expensive coats and why a private sale is truly a bad idea.
As always if you have any questions or want to get in touch with Paul or Tyler they're happy to connect!
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.ca Royal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.ca Castle Mortgages

Friday Jan 19, 2024
Friday Jan 19, 2024
The masterclass continues today! Paul and I breakdown the following three topics when it comes to selling your home:
1. Getting your finances figured out
2. Showings (often overlooked!)
3. Negotiations (SUPER Important!)
Have a listen and if you missed part one, go back and take a listen where we cover "Choosing Your Professionals Early" and "How to Prepare Your Home for the Market"
Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this episode if you find it valuable! If you have any questions, comments or concerns please feel free to reach out to us directly, we're happy to help!
Tyler RobbProfessional Realtorwww.tylerrobb.caRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate
Paul DueckMortgage Specialistwww.pauldueckmortgages.caCast Mortgages

Friday Jan 12, 2024
Friday Jan 12, 2024
SEASON TWO IS HERE! We're kicking things off with a bang with part one of our sellers masterclass. In this episode Paul and I discuss point by point the things that you as a seller need to do to earn TOP DOLLAR on the sale of your home. Get a pen handy, take notes and be prepared to learn all the secrets to a successful sale, even in a slower market. Part 2 will be released next week and following that we'll have the buyers masterclass! So subscribe to the show and listen in each week!
Remember, while this show is meant to be educational it should not be taken as advice for your specific situation. Always consult a professional and get proper advice for your unique situation.
If you have questions, we are happy to help, contact us directly and we will guide you through your situation!
Tyler RobbProfessional RealtorRoyal LePage Prime Real Estate, Winnipeg MB
Paul DueckMortgage SpecialistCastle Mortgages, Winnipeg MB

Sunday Dec 31, 2023
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
Real estate agents are one of the few professionals that seem to be expected to work 24/7. Especially around the holidays, our phones don't stop ringing and we are constantly on the go. This is great and we love the business but when customers we've never met get upset when we ask a few questions before committing to showing a home it can be frustrating. In the end it's all about respect for your time, the sellers time and our time which is valuable. Paul and I discuss a bit about why Realtors go through this pre-qualification process before we deciding to just drop everything and rush out to show a house to someone we've never met before.
Season one of The Selling Houses Podcast has come to an end and we're heading into 2024 starting season 2 and we've got some really exciting things planned to kick the season off. Listen in to find out what Paul and I have in store for you in 2024!