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Kelowna Real Estate Podcast

Taylor Atkinson & Matt Glen · Kelowna, BC

Local Kelowna market show co-hosted by a mortgage broker and a Realtor, with builders, appraisers, lenders and civic guests.

Status: active · Venture Mortgages (Atkinson); Matt Glen is a Realtor

YouTube channel: 255 subscribers · 84.8K views · 401 videosPublic YouTube figures as of 2026-10-29; subscriber counts are rounded by YouTube.

Episodes

Nov 3, 202645 min
133: How the BDC Supports Canadian Entrepreneurs & Small Businesses with BDC's Amanda Price
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 133: Matt and Taylor are joined by Amanda Price. Amanda is a Senior Commercial Account Manager & CPA at BDC, the Business Development Bank of Canada, from Kelowna, BC, who joined the BDC in July of 2021 as a Commercial Account Manager before taking on her current position in April of 2024. Overall, Amanda has accumulated almost 15 years of total experience in the finance industry to date, including working with such companies as BDO Canada, Argus Properties, West Point Projects, Grant Thornton LLP, and CPA Canada. In he
Oct 20, 202641 min
132: ARG Unfiltered | Building Obsidian Kelowna & the $140k+ Hard Lesson with ARG Contracting's Adam Galbraith
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 132: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Adam Galbraith of ARG, one of the newest sponsors of the Kelowna Real Estate Podcast. Adam is the Founder and President of ARG Contracting from Kelowna, BC, a full-service, locally owned and operated construction company providing General Contracting and Construction Management services, specializing in residential and commercial renovations. Adam has over 20 years of experience in the field of construction and construction safety management, and prides himself on providing exceptional
Oct 6, 202636 min
131: Stephen Johnston | Incoming Mayor of West Kelowna
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 131: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by the incoming Mayor of West Kelowna Stephen Johnston. Stephen is from West Kelowna, BC, and will be sworn in as it's Mayor this fall after running unopposed in the upcoming municipal election. Over the past 8 years, Stephen has served as both a two-term West Kelowna City Councillor and a Director with the RDCO, where he topped the polls in the last two elections while working full-time in construction. Stephen's political history includes providing governance leadership and strategic ove
Sep 29, 202638 min
130: The Secrets of a Successful Serial Entrepreneur with Everclear Pools & Spas Deven Pakish
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 130: Matt and Taylor are joined by Deven Pakish. Deven is the Founder and Owner of multiple local companies, including Everclear Pools & Spas, Old Fashioned Excavating, and Castle Retaining Walls, becoming a pillar of the Kelowna construction community over the past 20 years. Having a larger group of specialized companies working together under one roof creates a unique integrated approach, allowing Deven and his team to control quality, timelines, and outcomes in a way other companies can't. At the end of day, the focu
Sep 9, 202640 min
129: Destination Unknown: The Ongoing Uncertainty of Interest Rates, Inflation, & Tariffs with RMG Mortgages' Bruno Valko
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 129: Matt and Taylor are joined by Bruno Valko. Bruno is a Vice-President of National Sales at RMG Mortgages from Kitchener, ON, who has been in the mortgage industry since 1990, and held this position for the last 16 years. RMG Mortgages is a Canadian mortgage lender who specializes in the residential mortgage space. An expert in providing smart mortgage solutions to homebuyers, they offer a wide range of products and programs delivered through independent mortgage brokers who work closely with prospective homebuyers and h
Aug 18, 202642 min
128: Optimizing Profitability of Short-Term Rentals with Samson Waters' Derrick Sabourin
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 128: Matt and Taylor are joined by Derrick Sabourin. Derrick is a Managing Partner of Samson Waters Vacation Rentals from Vernon, BC, a property management and optimization service for short-term rentals across Mexico and the Okanagan. A former high school teacher of English and Spanish, Derrick realized he wasn't as fulfilled in that career path as he wanted to be. After a talk with his cousins, who founded Samson Waters, he moved to Mexico from Manitoba, thus starting his real estate journey. After a year, he decided to f
Aug 4, 202644 min
127: Commercial Real Estate Insurance for Dummies with Summit Insurance's Josh Pillsbury & Roche Gom
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 127: Matt and Taylor are joined by Josh Pillsbury & Roche Gom of Summit Commercial Solutions Inc. Josh is the Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Summit Commercial Solutions Inc. from Kelowna, BC, with experience in both the Canadian and US markets, having launched insurance programs for some of North America's largest companies. Roche is a Canadian Accredited Insurance Broker (CAIB) and a Commercial Insurance Broker at Summit Commercial Solutions Inc. Summit Commercial Solutions Inc. is a national insurance brokerage
Jul 22, 202638 min
126: How Credit Unions Are Reshaping Real Estate & Benefitting Our Communities with Valley First's Simon Mills
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 126: Matt and Taylor are joined by Simon Mills. Simon is the President of Valley First, a division of Tru Cooperative Bank, from Kelowna, BC, who joined Valley First in 2019 as the Director of Commercial Banking before becoming President in 2023. With over 16 years of experience in banking, Simon moved to Vancouver from the UK in 2014 while working for HSBC. When that job ended, he didn't want to leave, so he joined Valley First and made his home in the Okanagan. Simon is a solution-focused leader and is passionate about bu
Jun 23, 202647 min
125: Building Generational Wealth: The Financial Lifecycle Every Canadian Needs to Know with Noble Pannu Wealth Management's Stefano Pannu
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 125: Matt and Taylor are joined by Stefano Pannu, B.A., CFP®, CLU®, CIM®, FCSI®. Stefano is a Partner & Principal Financial Advisor at Noble Pannu Wealth Management Ltd from Kelowna, BC, who has been supporting high net worth clients since his Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation in 2016. Stefano quickly developed a passion for holistic financial planning in helping clients reach their ultimate financial goals, carrying expertise across all six areas of financial planning: investment planning, retirement planni
Jun 9, 202640 min
124: Turning Diamond in the Rough Structures Into Iconic Kelowna Properties with Worman Commercial's Shane Worman
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 124: Matt and Taylor are joined by Shane Worman. Shane is the Founder of Worman Commercial/Worman Homes from Kelowna, BC, who has been shaping the city for over 33 years with major residential and commercial projects. He is also a passionate community builder, with involvement in initiatives like Journey Home, the Downtown Kelowna Association, and the BC Cancer Foundation. Shane is here to discuss: → His journey in real estate and what led him to Kelowna & Worman Commercial. → Why HGTV is the worst thing to happen to ho
May 27, 202645 min
123: 2026 Interest Rate Predictions & the "Vibe" Economy with BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 123: Matt and Taylor are joined by Brendon Ogmundson. Brendon is the Chief Economist at BCREA (BC Real Estate Association) from Vancouver, BC, who's specializes in housing market analysis and macroeconomic forecasting, and is a member of the BC Ministry of Finance’s Economic Forecast Council. Brendon was also recently named one of the most influential economists in BC by Business in Vancouver. Brendon is here to discuss: → How his predictions held up from his last appearance a year ago. → Where variable & fixed interest
May 12, 202641 min
122: A Crisis of Confidence: Restoring Faith in Kelowna's Economy, Tourism, & Small Businesses with Kelowna-Mission MLA Gavin Dew
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 122: Matt and Taylor are joined by Gavin Dew. Gavin is the MLA for Kelowna-Mission from Kelowna, BC, who was elected in October of 2024, and is also the Conservative Critic for Jobs, Economic Development, and Innovation (JEDI) & AI. Born and raised in British Columbia, he is driven by a passion to renew and rebuild BC’s economic potential. Gavin’s career spans two decades at the intersection of business, public policy, and technology. He has played a key role in building public understanding and support for complex poli
May 1, 202642 min
121: Inside Kelowna's Most Pressing Challenges & Ambitious Future Plans with Mayor Tom Dyas
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 121: Matt and Taylor are joined by Tom Dyas, the Mayor of Kelowna, who was elected for the first time in 2022. Tom moved from Toronto to BC in 1986 to be the executive sous chef at Expo. He then went on to be executive chef of Delta Hotels in Whistler. In May of 1987 Tom went into the insurance and financial industry creating his own company, TD Benefits, which he has proudly owned and operated ever since. Over his 40 years in the insurance and financial industry, his company has won numerous awards for customer service, gr
Apr 14, 202630 min
120: Kelowna's Condo Appraisal Gaps & Reinventing Your Purpose with CHASEIT Group's Chase Stevenson
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 120: Matt and Taylor are joined by Chase Stevenson. Chase is the Founder of CHASEIT Group from Kelowna, BC, bringing together a high-performing community, world-class coaching, and strategic investment in companies shaping the future of health and wellness. Their focus is simple: build better humans, stronger communities, and have meaningful impact. Chase has a Master’s in Finance and graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of New Hampshire, where he was also the captain of their Division 1 hockey team. With his profe
Mar 31, 202652 min
119: Kelowna's Short-Term Rental Reckoning with Keys to Kelowna's Deana Steele
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 119: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Deana Steele. Deana is the Founder of Keys to Kelowna from Kelowna, BC, the top short-term vacation rental property marketing platform in the Central Okanagan. In 2025, Deana also became an Advisory Parter of Deville Coffee Lakeshore, a local coffee shop on Kelowna's Lakeshore Road. A trusted leader in luxury furnished vacation rentals and executive housing, Deana delivers exceptional results for both homeowners and discerning guests across the Okanagan. With over a decade of proven suc
Mar 17, 202637 min
118: The Secret Sauce to Developing Net-Zero Homes While Staying Profitable with Highstreet's Scott Butler
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 118: Matt and Taylor are joined by Scott Butler. Scott is the CEO of Highstreet Ventures Inc. from Kelowna, BC, who became CEO in 2022 after being their President since 2010. Highstreet is the only BC-based real estate development company that develops, builds, sells, and operates net-zero (step 4) energy ready condos and rentals, while also focusing on creating community for it's residents. Since 2006, they've built over 6000 homes and 22 communities. Currently, Highstreet is developing their Ascent community, new condos t
Mar 3, 202634 min
117: The bibidi App: Buy Back Your Time with the Uber of Home Management with bibidi's Kylee Wilson
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 117: Matt and Taylor are joined by Kylee Wilson. Kylee is a Co-Founder & the Director of Community Partnerships of bibidi from the Greater Kelowna Metropolitan Area in BC, who is also a Fundraiser for UBCO. Kylee is a natural strategist who blends big-picture vision with down-to-earth care, who channels her love for people and spreadsheets into making bibidi’s vision happen. Founded in Kelowna, bibidi's mission is to connect Kelownan's with trusted local services. Through their app, they make it easy for consumers to fi
Feb 17, 202639 min
116: Real Estate Investing in 2026: Ways to Win in This Market with Realtor Chad Mckillop
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 116: Matt and Taylor are joined by Chad Mckillop. Chad is a Realtor with Oakwyn Realty from Kelowna, BC, who has over 20 years of experience in the real estate space. After owning a construction company specializing in award-winning custom renovations and completing 11 successful property flips, Chad obtained his real estate license, and was named Rookie of the Year for his first year as a Realtor. Chad is here to discuss:→ How he got into real estate, his first house flip and why he stopped flipping houses, and the strateg
Feb 3, 202630 min
115: Dragons' Den's W. Brett Wilson on BC's Development Challenges & Opportunities for Collaboration Within Western Canada
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 115: Matt and Taylor are joined by W. Brett Wilson, who is well known for being on CBC’s hit reality TV show Dragons’ Den, but is better known as a Canadian entrepreneur and philanthropist. Brett co-founded FirstEnergy Capital Corp. in 1993, which went on to become Canada’s leading energy investment bank. He has since gone on to develop extensive holdings in the energy, real estate, agriculture, sports, and entertainment industries. Brett continues to simplify and organize his life to focus on what is most important - his h
Jan 20, 202648 min
114: 2026 Predictions - What's Ahead for Kelowna's Real Estate Market with Tradecraft's Jeff Hancock & Shane Styles
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 114: Matt and Taylor are joined by Jeff Hancock & Shane Styles of Tradecraft. Jeff is the Founder Partner of Tradecraft Consulting from Kelowna, BC, who has over 20 years of success in professional real estate, with a strong focus on development consulting and feasibility. He is the former Real Estate Services Manager at the City of Kelowna, where he was responsible for the acquisition and disposition of all City owned property and actively managed a team of real estate professionals overseeing a land portfolio worth $1
Jan 6, 202644 min
113: How to Build a Business That Serves Your Life with Real Estate Reboot's Ben Oosterveld
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 113: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ben Oosterveld. Ben is the CEO of Real Estate Reboot Coaching, while also being a business & mindset coach, keynote speaker, and best-selling author. He has lived on both sides of success, from surviving a year in rehab and life on the streets to building and selling a multimillion-dollar real estate business. Today, Ben helps high-performing real estate agents build systems, teams, and mindsets that create true freedom in both business and in life. Ben is here to discuss:→ What change
Dec 16, 202551 min
112: The Cowichan Tribe Case: Unprecedented Uncertainty of BC Property Rights with Cassels Brock & Blackwell's Thomas Isaac
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 112: Matt and Taylor are joined by Thomas Isaac. Tom is an Aboriginal Law Lawyer & Partner at Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP from Vancouver, BC. Tom is a nationally recognized authority in the area of Aboriginal law, advising clients across Canada on Aboriginal legal matters and related environmental assessments, negotiations, and regulatory and constitutional issues affecting major projects. His litigation practice is national in scope and focuses on representing clients in Aboriginal related matters. Tom has repres
Dec 9, 202540 min
111: Kelowna's Unique Approach to Funding It's 2026 Billion-Dollar Budget with City of Kelowna's Doug Gilchrist
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 111: Matt and Taylor are joined by Doug Gilchrist. Doug is the City Manager, also known as Chief Administration Officer (CAO), for the City of Kelowna from Kelowna, BC. Doug has worked for the city since 2004, and became the City Manager in 2018. The City of Kelowna is unique in it's low reliance on property taxation, which makes up only 20% of the city's billion dollar operational budget for 2026. Doug is here to discuss:→ The billion-dollar 2026 Kelowna city budget, how it's funded, and it's top priorities including publi
Nov 25, 202538 min
110: The Current State of Downtown Kelowna with Downtown Kelowna Association's Paula Quinn
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 110: Matt and Taylor are joined by Paula Quinn. Paula is the Executive Director of the Downtown Kelowna Association from Kelowna, BC, who's lived here for almost 20 years after moving to Canada 25 years ago from London, England. Also A board member of WeBC, COEDC, and the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce, Paula was awarded the 2025 Kelowna Women in Business "Women of the Year", and is a tireless advocate for local businesses, women entrepreneurs, and inclusive economic development. The Downtown Kelowna Association (DKA) is respo
Nov 11, 202542 min
109: Looking Through the Crystal Ball of Canadian Real Estate with Avesdo Technologies' Ben Smith
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 109: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ben Smith. Ben is the President & CEO of Avesdo Technologies from Vancouver, BC, and a pioneer in digital marketing within the real estate development industry and more recently is leading the way for digital sales. Having marketed more than 15,000 homes and launched hundreds of new communities, Ben's leadership in digitizing the new home sales process was solidified in 2020 when he led a developer to the first online sales transaction in Canada. His experience and commitment has made
Oct 28, 202542 min
108: The Current Challenges Facing Restaurants in Kelowna with Salt & Brick's Casey Greabeiel
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 108: Matt and Taylor are joined by Casey Greabeiel. Casey, an experienced restaurant entrepreneur from Calgary, Alberta, owns multiple restaurants in Kelowna including Salt & Brick (of which he also owns a location in Calgary), Diner Deluxe, and is a Co-Founder of Pretty Not Bad (PNB). In addition, Casey is the VP of Operations for GRETA, an arcade bar with locations in Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver, Toronto, and soon to be Winnipeg. Casey is here to discuss:→ His history in the restaurant industry, how he ended up ownin
Oct 21, 202544 min
107: Why a Good Lawyer is Crucial in a Real Estate Transaction with Pushor Mitchell LLP's Patrick Bobyn
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 107: Matt and Taylor are joined by Patrick Bobyn. Patrick is a Partner at Pushor Mitchell LLP from Kelowna, BC, who's also the Vice-President of the Board of Directors for the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce. Patrick's practice areas are primarily business law, real estate, and financial institution security. He places an emphasis on building a trusting relationship with those he works with, while focusing on providing efficient, effective, and cost-friendly services to his clients. Pushor Mitchell LLP is a full-service law fir
Sep 30, 202546 min
106: The Realities of Real Estate Development Financing in 2025 with Lakepoint Capital's Caroline Coudreau
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 106: Matt and Taylor are joined by Caroline Coudreau. Caroline is a CPA and Corporate Debt Advisor at Lakepoint Capital from Kelowna, BC, who relocated from Vancouver 2 years ago. Caroline joined Lakepoint Capital just over a year ago, bringing with her more than a decade of experience in commercial lending and financial analysis from her earlier career at Canada's largest Credit Union. Founded in March of 2023, Lakepoint Capital specializes in Corporate Debt Advisory and Commercial Real Estate Financing, acting as a truste
Sep 2, 202547 min
105: Everything You Need to Know About Working with a Realtor in BC with Century 21's Dean Desrosiers
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 105: Matt and Taylor are re-joined by Dean Desrosiers. Dean is an Owner/Partner, Associate Broker, and Coach at Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. from Kelowna, BC, which has been ranked one of the top 5 Century 21 franchises in all of Canada since 2019. Dean entered real estate in 2008 and since joining Century21, he has achieved Centurion® status each year. In 2018, Dean became a certified real estate coach and was elected to the Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board (OMREB) of directors. He coaches licensed agents and conduc
Aug 5, 202549 min
104: Empowering Communities by Revolutionizing Middle Housing Development with mddl's Alkarim Devani
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 104: Matt and Taylor are joined by Alkarim Devani. Alkarim is the CEO & Co-Founder of mddl from Calgary, Alberta, who's also the Co-Founder of the development company RNDSQR. Alkarim’s work has gained a multitude of media attention and frequently been the recipient of The Canadian Architecture Awards, MUDA Awards, American Architecture Prize, and the BILD Awards, as well as being a frequent guest lecturer at The University of California, Berkeley, and The University of Calgary. In addition, Alkarim regularly contributes
Jul 22, 202540 min
103: The Housing Market's Not Crashing, The Industry Is with Urban Development Institute's Anne McMullin
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 103: Matt and Taylor are joined by Anne McMullin. Anne is the President & CEO at the Urban Development Institute (UDI), a non-profit, non-partisan association of the development industry and its related professions, who has long advocated for transformational change. Her career has spanned over 35 years as a business leader, communications executive, and journalist. As an active voice and known thought-leader, the industry has seen the most significant change in housing policy in more than a generation through Anne's le
Jul 10, 202544 min
102: How Embracing AI Can Transform Your Business & Daily Life with Csek Creative's Rob Cupello
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 102: Matt and Taylor are joined by Rob Cupello. Rob is the Chief Strategy Officer at Csek Creative, a marketing agency that has been helping businesses tell their stories for 25 years. Rob ran his own marketing agency for 15 years before merging with NowMedia Group/Csek Creative in 2017, bringing his extensive experience in strategic marketing to every project, including website builds, advertising campaigns, and brand developments. Csek Creative helps clients navigate the complexities of today’s digital landscape by integr
Jun 24, 202546 min
101: Bringing Eminence at Knox Mountain's Resort-Style Living to Kelowna with Meridian Development's Colleen Wilson
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 101: Matt and Taylor are joined by Colleen Wilson. Colleen is the Co-Founder, Owner, President, & CEO of Meridian Development from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, a real estate development corporate brand and winner of several Heritage Awards. Meridian primarily develops and constructs residential projects from luxury condominiums and hotels to massive innovative university student housing projects, including the beautiful Eminence at Knox Mountain in Kelowna. Behind the scenes, Colleen is also the Director of Meridian’s Legal
Jun 10, 202536 min
100: Celebrating the Century Mark PLUS 5 Essential Steps When Buying & Selling a Home
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 100: Matt and Taylor hit the century mark in podcasting by publishing their 100th episode of the Kelowna Real Estate Podcast! A huge thank-you goes out to their spectacular families, all of the amazing guests who've been so gracious with their time and knowledge, and of course, every listener who's tuned in. They wouldn't be here without all of your support. Here's to the next 100! 🥂 Matt & Taylor discuss:→ What the next 100 episodes could look like for the podcast.→ Where the market could be going, the swing to rentin
May 27, 202542 min
99: What the Next Year Holds for Kelowna Real Estate & Infrastructure with City of Kelowna's Ryan Smith
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 99: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ryan Smith. Ryan is the Divisional Director of Planning and Development Services for the City of Kelowna from Kelowna, BC, one of the busiest planning and development teams in Canada. Ryan has worked for the city of Kelowna for more than 20 years, and won numerous awards for leadership, volunteerism, and his commitment to helping others. Ryan's 1st Appearance in Episode 39: https://www.kelownarealestatepodcast.com/39-ryan-smith/ Ryan is here to discuss:→ Updates to the STR, short-term renta
May 13, 202540 min
98: Adapting to Market Challenges & Diversifying for Success with H&H Custom Homes' Jeff Houghton
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 98: Matt and Taylor are joined by Jeff Houghton. Jeff is the Co-Founder of H&H Custom Homes & Okanagan Infill, from Kelowna, BC. Jeff has his Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) and his Real Estate Trading Services License, so he is well-versed in all things business and real estate related. Since 2008, the award-winning H&H Custom Homes has designed and built over 100 luxury homes throughout the Okanagan Valley. In 2019, they decided to expanded into the multifamily division, and Okanagan Infill was born under the H&am
Apr 29, 202543 min
97: Breaking Down the 2024 Goodman Report and What It Means for 2025 with Goodman Commercial's Mark Goodman
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 97: Matt and Taylor are joined by Mark Goodman. Mark is the Principal Broker at Goodman Commercial Inc. from Vancouver, BC, who also hosts the "Goodman Report Podcast", and is one of the most influential real estate leaders in the province. With over $4 billion in sales of apartment buildings, investment properties, and development sites across more than 600 transactions, Mark has built a distinguished career and is one of Canada’s leading commercial real estate brokers. Goodman Commercial Inc. was started by David Goodman,
Apr 15, 202540 min
96: 15 Things to Know When Building or Renovating a Home with Froese & Co.'s Troy Froese
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 96: Matt and Taylor are joined by Troy Froese. Troy is the Co-Owner of Froese & Co. Building and Design Inc. from Kelowna, BC, a full-service residential construction company operating throughout the Okanagan. With extensive experience delivering high-end custom homes and complex renovations, Troy brings a collaborative, detail-driven approach to every project. Known for their commitment to craftsmanship and strong client relationships, Froese & Co. manages their projects from concept to completion—offering a seamle
Apr 1, 202546 min
95: Commercial Real Estate Opportunities in the Okanagan with Venture Commercial's Chris & Jason Wills
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 95: Matt and Taylor are joined by twin brothers Chris & Jason Wills, both from Kelowna, BC. Following in their dad's footsteps of commercial real estate, Chris, the Managing Partner of Sales & Leasing, and Jason, a Partner of Sales & Leasing, founded Venture Commercial in 2020, which is now one of the largest commercial real estate brokerages in the Okanagan. Having extensive knowledge of the local retail, office, and investment market, Chris has successfully completed hundreds of real estate transactions, inclu
Mar 18, 202535 min
94: How CMHC Programs Shape Canadian Real Estate with Peakhill Capital's Spencer Harris
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 94: Matt and Taylor are joined by Spencer Harris. Spencer is the Vice President, Financing at Peakhill Capital from Kelowna, BC, and is responsible for loan origination across Western Canadian markets. Peakhill Capital is a commercial real estate asset manager providing competitive and flexible financing structures to developers, investors, and REITs. A CMHC-approved lender, Peakhill is also a direct lender on behalf of its own balance sheet and investment funds, and has funded more than 2,000 transactions totalling in exce
Mar 4, 202538 min
93: What the U.S. Tariff Chaos Means for Canadians with BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 93: Matt and Taylor are joined by Brendon Ogmundson. Brendon is the Chief Economist at BCREA (BC Real Estate Association) from Vancouver, BC, who's specializes in housing market analysis and macroeconomic forecasting, and is a member of the BC Ministry of Finance’s Economic Forecast Council. Brendon was also recently named one of the most influential economists in BC by Business in Vancouver. Brendon's 1st Appearance in Episode 35: https://www.kelownarealestatepodcast.com/35-brendon-ogmundson/ Brendon's 2nd Appearance in Ep
Feb 11, 202550 min
92: The Secret to Making Yourself More Resilient with Gratus Health's Mike Shaw
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 92: Matt and Taylor are joined by Mike Shaw. Mike is a former professional freestyle skier and Canadian Olympic development coach from Lake Country, BC, who suffered a life-changing spinal cord injury in 2013, leaving him with incomplete paralysis. Against all odds and fuelled by relentless determination and a mindset rooted in gratitude, Mike walked out of the hospital just months later, and in 2020, he published his amazing journey in his memoir, Never Part of the Plan. In the years following his accident, Mike has shared
Jan 28, 202544 min
91: How the Purpose-Built Rental Market is Impacting Kelowna with Tradecraft Consulting's Jeff Hancock
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 91: Matt and Taylor are joined by Jeff Hancock. Jeff is the Owner of Tradecraft Consulting, and also an Investment & Development Property Specialist (Broker) at William Wright Commercial from Kelowna, BC. Jeff has over 20 years of success in professional real estate, with a strong focus on development consulting and feasibility. He is the former Real Estate Services Manager at the City of Kelowna, where he was responsible for the acquisition and disposition of all City owned property and actively managed a team of real
Jan 21, 202541 min
90: Kelowna's "Fast-Track" Infill Program with City of Kelowna's Graham Allison & SNDBOX's Aaron Whalen
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 90: Matt and Taylor are joined by Graham Allison & Aaron Whalen for a 2-part episode on Kelowna's "Fast-Track" program for infill housing. Graham is a Planner II with the City of Kelowna, with a focus on infill and housing policy, who is passionate about creating vibrant, sustainable communities. Aaron, the Co-Founder of SNDBOX that specializes in missing middle housing, is one of the winners of the City of Kelowna Infill Design Challenge 2.0, and his design has been developed and approved for the Fast-Track program. Gr
Jan 14, 202546 min
89: The "Zero to 100" Mindset for Achieving Ambitious Goals with Zero to 100's Brady McDonald
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 89: Matt and Taylor are joined by Brady McDonald. Brady, originally from Owen Sound, Ontario, brought his family and real estate background to Cape Coral, Florida in 2022, where he became the CEO of Barefoot Land Co. As an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and 100-mile ultra marathoner, Brady's commitment to excellence translates into his core values: do the work, don't make excuses, go above and beyond, do what you say, and get better every day. These principles guide Barefoot Land Co. and inspire his "Zero to 100 Day Challen
Jan 7, 202539 min
88: How to Reinvent Yourself in 2025 with Synergy Mastermind's Steve Arneson
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 88: Matt and Taylor are joined by Steve Arneson. Steve is the Co-Founder of both The RE Investors & Synergy Mastermind from Victoria, BC, and is a real estate investor, coach, and entrepreneur. Coming from a real estate family with a career background in international business development, Steve thrives in building genuine relationships, and is one of the best in the industry when it comes to working with high net worth investors, project strategy, and raising capital. Steve has been able to combine these skills with bo
Dec 18, 202446 min
87: The Start of Single-Family Home Extinction with NobleTerra Developments' Curtis Mitchell
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 87: Matt and Taylor are joined by Curtis Mitchell. Curtis, originally from Calgary, Alberta, studied Architectural Technologies at SAIT from 2015 to 2017, and has since been involved in home designing, house flipping, and new construction development in Kelowna. Curtis has founded and is the Principal at both CM Designs (2020), and NobleTerra Developments (2022). Together, they create an all-in-one development company that encompasses property selling, design, construction, and investment. Curtis is here to discuss:→ His jo
Dec 10, 202449 min
86: Real Estate's Death by a Thousand Cuts with Hawkeye Wealth's Justin Smith
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 86: Matt and Taylor are joined by Justin Smith. Justin is the President of Hawkeye Wealth Ltd. from Surrey, BC, a firm focused exclusively on private equity real estate and debt investments. In 2017, Justin created Hawkeye Wealth with an aim to widen the scope of quality offerings for his investor network, primarily focusing on industrial and residential developments in Western Canada and the US, as well as mortgage funds. Justin is here to discuss:→ What Hawkeye Wealth is, their role in investments with their clients, and
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85: Why You Never Buy the Nicest House on the Street with Lawrenson Walker Appraisers' Derek Funk
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on YouTube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 85: Matt and Taylor are joined by Derek Funk, B.A. CRA, P. App.. Derek is the Managing Partner at Lawrenson Walker Appraisers Okanagan from Kelowna, BC, with a background in real estate sales as well as construction. Founded in 1992, Lawrenson Walker Appraisers are leaders in the field of residential real estate appraisal and consulting, and currently serve locations in Alberta and BC. Derek is here to discuss:→ Bringing Lawrenson Walker to the Okanagan and becoming local experts, the benefits of an appraiser being approved
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84: The Truth Canadian Real Estate Data is Telling with rennie Intelligence's Ryan Berlin & Ryan Wyse
WATCH ▶️ Watch this episode on Youtube *** EPISODE DESCRIPTION Episode 84: Matt and Taylor are joined by Ryan Berlin and Ryan Wyse. Berlin, the Head Economist & VP of Intelligence, and Wyse, the Market Intelligence Manager & Lead Analyst, lead rennie's Market Intelligence division in Vancouver, BC, a team that cuts through the noise using cutting-edge data and analysis to deliver clear, actionable insights. Ryan Berlin has spent the past 20 years helping some of British Columbia’s most successful organizations—across real estate, retail, and finance—navigate their toughest questions. H

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