Kelowna Real Estate Podcast

19: Blake Roberts - Years, Actually Decades, in the Real Estate Industry

Episode 19: Matt and Taylor wanted to TouchBase with Blake Roberts to book a ShowingTime on our Podcast.  Blake has been at the forefront of a very niche, but important issue that has come up in the Realtor community  in the Okanagan having to do with how Realtors communicate and we had to have him on to hear his opinion.  We also try to pry out some market predictions, and get his view of the market factors factors and an explanation of what we are experiencing today in our real estate market.  We even manage to talk a little Central Okanagan history.  Enjoy the show!
 
Blake Roberts
Email: blake@97wayhome.com
Instagram: blake_roberts_97wayhome
Website: 97wayhome.com
Phone : 250-212-2888
 
Taylor Atkinson
Email: Taylor@VentureMortgages.com
Instagram: @VentureMortgages
Website: www.VentureMortgages.com
 
Matt Glen
Email: Matt.glen@century21.ca
Instagram: @mattglenrealestate
Website: https://mattgle

18: Calgary Real Estate Market with Corey Peckford

Episode 18: Todays episode we have Corey Peckford a real estate agent with Real Broker from Calgary Alberta. Corey is also the podcast host of the Calgary Real Estate Investing Podcast. Started out his career completing 2 red seal trades first one as an electrician. Worked in oil and gas for many years until her burned out. Resigned from his oil & gas job to start a home inspection business. After completing a 1000 home inspection received a master certification as a home inspector. Has been buying and renovating properties for more than 20 years. Is originally from Newfoundland, is the proud father of twins and spends most of his downtime doing outdoor activities. 
 
Corey Peckford
Email: yourcalgaryhome@outlook.com 
Instagram: @PeckfordCorey
Website: https://www.coreypeckford.com
Podcast: Calgary Real Estate Investing Podcast
Taylor Atkinson
Email: Taylor@VentureMortgages.com
Instagram: @VentureMortgages
Website: www.VentureMortgages.com
 
Matt Glen
Email: Matt.glen@century21.ca
Instagram: @mattglenrealestate
Website: https://mattgle

17: To Rent or Own? That is the Question

Episode 17: Today Matt & Taylor discuss how owning real estate can fundamentally change your net worth position and create wealth for generations. 
 
Taylor Atkinson
Email: Taylor@VentureMortgages.com
Instagram: @VentureMortgages
Website: www.VentureMortgages.com
 
Matt Glen
Email: Matt.glen@century21.ca
Instagram: @mattglenrealestate
Website: https://mattglen.ca/ 

16: Living in Luxury with Deana Steele

Episode 16: While Kelowna is renowned for its world-class amenities, there’s few world-class accommodations that lend itself to them. Deana Steele is here to change that.
 
At Keys to Kelowna, it’s our mission to bring your limited edition property to the rental market. Our elite clientele consist of both luxury homeowners and real estate investors who seek expert knowledge turning their high-profile property into a lucrative business. Those who understand generating significant returns on a luxury listing requires more than darling design and online booking platforms.
 
As a driven entrepreneur, she’s always been able to see new opportunities and build sustainable businesses. With the personal success of her property online, Keys to Kelowna started naturally in 2013. She attracted the attention of Airbnb, who pursued her to help remote real estate investors by managing their properties in their absence.
 
Today, she focuses on hand-selecting inspiring clients, impressive properties and confirming VIP reservations, while her team carefully takes care of day-to-day tasks.
 
Deana Steele
Email: info@keystokelowna.com
Instagram: @Keystokelowna
Website: https://www.keystokelowna.com/ 
Taylor Atkinson
Email: Taylor@VentureMortgages.com
Instagram: @VentureMortgages
Website: www.VentureMortgages.com
 
Matt Glen
Email: Matt.glen@century21.ca
Instagram: @mattglenrealestate
Website: https://mattglen.ca/ 

15: Kelowna’s Official Community Plan with Adam Cseke

Episode 15: Today we get to know one of the City of Kelowna's senior development planners, Adam Cseke and author of the recently adopted new Zoning Bylaw. We get to ask him questions about current developments, zoning, and development trends within the City. If you want to know where Kelowna is heading, you will want to listen to this episode. 
 
Adam Cseke
Email: acseke@kelowna.ca 
 
Taylor Atkinson
Email: Taylor@VentureMortgages.com
Instagram: @VentureMortgages
Website: www.VentureMortgages.com
 
Matt Glen
Email: Matt.glen@century21.ca
Instagram: @mattglenrealestate
Website: https://mattglen.ca/ 

14: Every AirBnB Property in Kelowna with Real Estate Agent Emily Zurrer

Episode 14: Today we bring back fan favorite Emily Zurrer. Emily will review all allowable AirBnB properties in Kelowna and which ones are most attractive to investors. You can also find here recent blog regarding this topic from the link below in her bio. Covering all of this in less than an hour plus talking about Matt’s love of planes was tight, so if you would like to know more, reach out to her for a detailed guide on how to purchase your own income producing AirBnB property.
 
Emily Zurrer 
Email: emily.zurrer@century21.ca 
Instagram: @Emilyzurrerrealestate 
Website: https://www.emilyzurrer.com/ 
Blog: https://www.emilyzurrer.com/post/looking-for-cash-flow-purchasing-a-short-term-rental-condo-in-kelowna
Taylor Atkinson
Email: Taylor@VentureMortgages.com
Instagram: @VentureMortgages
Website: www.VentureMortgages.com
Matt Glen
Email: Matt.glen@century21.ca
Instagram: @mattglenrealestate
Website: https://mattglen.ca/ 

13: Raj Kandola

Episode 13: Raj is a woman on a mission and she cannot be stopped!  She walks us through her journey growing up in small town BC and eventually making her way to the Okangan. She spent her time working in her families orchards, working at Kelowna General Hospital, raising 2 boys and eventually heading into her career in Real Estate.  She started as an agent just before the COVID real estate storm and been punching way above her weight class since.  This is a very fun listen and you will enjoy this episode and maybe get yourself inspired to take it to the next level.  
Taylor Atkinson
Email: Taylor@VentureMortgages.com
Instagram: @VentureMortgages
Website: www.VentureMortgages.com
 
Matt Glen
Email: Matt.glen@century21.ca
Instagram: @mattglenrealestate
Website: https://mattglen.ca/ 
 
Raj Kandola
Email: Raj.Kandola@century21.ca
Phone: 250-870-3294

12: Caitlin Kessler - Estate & Legal Planning

Episode 12: Today we get to know Caitlin Kessler, a local of Kelowna and lawyer at Pushor Mitchell LLP. Caitlin was one of the first to obtain a Bachelor of Legal Studies (Paralegal) Degree in British Columbia. She worked for several years as a paralegal at Pushor Mitchell, but was always interested in learning more and taking on more responsibility. In 2021, Caitlin graduated from law school and now practices in the areas of estate planning and administration, real estate development and business law. Caitlin is thankful to be practicing in Kelowna with the variety of clients, innovative ideas and new projects happening here. And, of course, the fact that at the end of the work day, she can walk down to the beach for a swim in the lake or catch a sunset hike with her husband, Jesse, and their kids.
 
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Taylor Atkinson
Email: Taylor@VentureMortgages.com
Instagram: @VentureMortgages
Website: www.VentureMortgages.com
 
Matt Glen
Email: Matt.glen@century21.ca
Instagram: @mattglenrealestate
Website: https://mattglen.ca/ 
 
Caitlin Kessler
Email: kessler@pushormitchell.com 
Website: https://www.pushormitchell.com 

11: Robinson Smith - The Smith Manoeuvre

Episode 11: Today's episode is an introduction to Robinson Smith, president of Smith Consulting Group Ltd and we will be discussing the mortgage conversion strategy his father developed forty years ago. The Smith Manoeuvre is a must-know strategy for all Canadian homeowners, especially these days with high interest rates, steep inflation and a general inability for most Canadians to invest for their future. Robinson lived and worked in China for eight years in a number of roles such as foreign service contractor, project developer and investment banker. Most recently, after a dozen years in Victoria as a retail investment adviser helping his clients implement The Smith Manoeuvre, he sold his advisory to focus on spreading the word about the strategy to Canadians across the country by publishing his best-selling book, Master Your Mortgage for Financial Freedom, and growing the national network of Smith Manoeuvre Certified Professionals. He lives in Victoria, BC, with his wife Heidi and their Havanese, Harley. 
 

Taylor Atkinson
Email: Taylor@VentureMortgages.com
Instagram: @VentureMortgages
Website: www.VentureMortgages.com
 
Matt Glen
Email: Matt.glen@century21.ca
Instagram: @mattglenrealestate
Website: https://mattglen.ca/ 
 
Robinson Smith
The Smith Manoeuvre on LinkedIn & Facebook
Website: www.smithman.net 

10: Mike Westie

Episode 10: Buckle up your seat belts for this one folks. Today our guest is Mike Westie the co-owner of Mkwest properties with his wife Kayla. New father to thier son, our junior executive Jett Westie who is 5 months old. They currently own 7 homes, 6 of which are in Kelowna with a total of 11 rental units and another duplex in the subdivision and development process currently. Experience includes: Legal secondary suite conversions Infill development. Renovations. New construction Projects Joint venture arrangements Out of province investing. They are working with an experienced coach and looking to continue expanding our portfolio and grow as investors in the future. He shows you a couple different approaches to scale your portfolio and gain passive income. 
 
Taylor Atkinson
Email: Taylor@VentureMortgages.com
Instagram: @VentureMortgages
Website: www.VentureMortgages.com
 
Matt Glen
Email: Matt.glen@century21.ca
Instagram: @mattglenrealestate
Website: https://mattglen.ca/ 
 
Mike Westie
Email: mike@mkwest.ca
Instagram: @mkwestproperties 
Website: www.mkwest.ca