LEVerage Podcast

Welcome to the LEVerage Real Estate Podcast, where we go beyond the basics to explore the trends, insights, and disruptors shaping Toronto’s GTA market. Each episode pulls back the curtain on real estate, offering curated content inspired by real conversations with clients. Dive into the topics that matter most to you—delivered in engaging, easy-to-digest segments. Got a question or want to connect? Reach out today!

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Episodes 61 –70 of 105

LEVerage With Rachel Levy

Not so long ago it became apparent to me that people were interested in more than the just the basics of Real Estate in Toronto LEVerage is all about pulling the curtain back on everything Real Estate in the GTA. The show is curated content about the trends, the insights & the disruptors. Its as an extension of our daily conversations with clients brought to you in segments.
You can reach me at rachel@rachellevyhomes.com or https://linktr.ee/rachellevyhomes

EP#45 | Is the Cottage Market Ready for its Comeback? | With Kim O’Grady
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/bXokmB41_HA

The stylist Kim O'Grady is back on LEVerage this week to update us on what to expect in the cottage market this summer up in Muskoka.

Some great advice as always, so if you own a cottage or are thinking of getting into the cottage market this episode is not to be missed!

Kim's website – https://kim-ogrady.com/

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Produced by Max Silverberg

LEVerage With Rachel Levy

Not so long ago it became apparent to me that people were interested in more than the just the basics of Real Estate in Toronto LEVerage is all about pulling the curtain back on everything Real Estate in the GTA. The show is curated content about the trends, the insights & the disruptors. Its as an extension of our daily conversations with clients brought to you in segments.
You can reach me at rachel@rachellevyhomes.com or https://linktr.ee/rachellevyhomes

EP#44 | What’s The Right Rate For You? | With Shannon Roberts
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/ojatvhiuj9M

Join me as I talk with Shannon Roberts of Outline Financial!

Shannon joins me to talk rates, pre-approvals and all other best practices as we head into what is predicted to be a strong spring market.

If you are thinking of making a move this year this is the episode for you!!

About Shannon – https://www.outline.ca/about/shannon-roberts/
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Produced by Max Silverberg

LEVerage With Rachel Levy

Not so long ago it became apparent to me that people were interested in more than the just the basics of Real Estate in Toronto LEVerage is all about pulling the curtain back on everything Real Estate in the GTA. The show is curated content about the trends, the insights & the disruptors. Its as an extension of our daily conversations with clients brought to you in segments.
You can reach me at rachel@rachellevyhomes.com or https://linktr.ee/rachellevyhomes

EP#43 | It’s RRSP SEASON! Why You Should Care | With Jay Papernick
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/yYrkDFkRwF0

LEVerage covers how RRSPs can be used to buy a house or when to use in retirement.

Join me as I dig into RRSP investing and why you should make them a priority.

Check out Jay's website – https://www.jaypapernick.com/

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Produced by Max Silverberg

LEVerage With Rachel Levy

Not so long ago it became apparent to me that people were interested in more than the just the basics of Real Estate in Toronto LEVerage is all about pulling the curtain back on everything Real Estate in the GTA. The show is curated content about the trends, the insights & the disruptors. Its as an extension of our daily conversations with clients brought to you in segments.
You can reach me at rachel@rachellevyhomes.com or https://linktr.ee/rachellevyhomes

EP#42 | How to Purchase a Cottage This Year | With Joel Kadish
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/zV3bduQFZ2k

Did you know cottage season is around the corner? Summer is coming!

If cottage ownership is on your radar for Summer 2024, now is the time to start thinking about it, in fact, last year was actually the time to start thinking about it. I know there's snow on the ground but there's so much involved in buying a cottage!

Don't miss this Sunday's episode with my unofficial cohost Joel Kadish, who joins me to talk about purchasing a cottage. What you need to think about, ask about and not overlook from a legal, but also a practical perspective.

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Produced by Max Silverberg

LEVerage With Rachel Levy

Not so long ago it became apparent to me that people were interested in more than the just the basics of Real Estate in Toronto LEVerage is all about pulling the curtain back on everything Real Estate in the GTA. The show is curated content about the trends, the insights & the disruptors. Its as an extension of our daily conversations with clients brought to you in segments.
You can reach me at rachel@rachellevyhomes.com or https://linktr.ee/rachellevyhomes

EP#41 | The Pros & Cons of Building a Laneway Home | With Ben Gaum
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/eOihJJnMbIw

Ben Gaum from Project Studio Architects is back!

Yes it's true… we are laneway obsessed and back to discuss the logistics of building one on your property.

Ever wanted to know if your property can qualify for a laneway build? This is the one to watch!

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Produced by Max Silverberg

LEVerage With Rachel Levy

Not so long ago it became apparent to me that people were interested in more than the just the basics of Real Estate in Toronto LEVerage is all about pulling the curtain back on everything Real Estate in the GTA. The show is curated content about the trends, the insights & the disruptors. Its as an extension of our daily conversations with clients brought to you in segments.
You can reach me at rachel@rachellevyhomes.com or https://linktr.ee/rachellevyhomes

EP#40 | Has the Spring Market Started? | With Darren Slavens
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/t5Ko88z3Ov8

I can't believe that Episode 40 of LEVerage is in the books!! 40!!! I am so humbled to hit this milestone.

So appropriate that Darren Slavens joined me to talk about what's going on in the market in the first few weeks of January.

I am not sure I have been this excited for a Spring Market in my whole career as I am for this one.

We are going to see recovery. We are going to see rates fall. Better times are ahead and it's a long time coming.

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Produced by Max Silverberg

LEVerage With Rachel Levy

Not so long ago it became apparent to me that people were interested in more than the just the basics of Real Estate in Toronto LEVerage is all about pulling the curtain back on everything Real Estate in the GTA. The show is curated content about the trends, the insights & the disruptors. Its as an extension of our daily conversations with clients brought to you in segments.
You can reach me at rachel@rachellevyhomes.com or https://linktr.ee/rachellevyhomes

EP#39 | Flipping Fortunes: Debunking Myths of House Flipping | With Orlee Muroff
byRachel Levy

Youtube – https://youtu.be/JqsuxsLKpzA

House Flipping should not be a taboo subject! In everything in this world, there are good, bad and ugly versions.

No different than ”flipping a house.”The reality is, would buyers feels the same way about a renovated home that the Sellers hired a designer to do? No!

When done properly, a home that's been ”brought up to standards” to sell is no different and when done well is a GEM!!

Join me as Orlee Muroff and I talk fixtures, costs, and requirements when she looks for her next project.

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Produced by Max Silverberg

LEVerage With Rachel Levy

Not so long ago it became apparent to me that people were interested in more than the just the basics of Real Estate in Toronto LEVerage is all about pulling the curtain back on everything Real Estate in the GTA. The show is curated content about the trends, the insights & the disruptors. Its as an extension of our daily conversations with clients brought to you in segments.
You can reach me at rachel@rachellevyhomes.com or https://linktr.ee/rachellevyhomes

EP#38 | Biggest Mistakes When Renovating Your Home | With Zev Press
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/JCkaO0z7DG8

Zev Press from Jaz Building Group joins me to talk about renovations and custom home builds.

I have wanted to have Zev on for a while as renovating had changed dramatically since Covid.

Join me as we talk about those changes and what to do to set you up for success when renovating.

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Produced by Max Silverberg

LEVerage With Rachel Levy

Not so long ago it became apparent to me that people were interested in more than the just the basics of Real Estate in Toronto LEVerage is all about pulling the curtain back on everything Real Estate in the GTA. The show is curated content about the trends, the insights & the disruptors. Its as an extension of our daily conversations with clients brought to you in segments.
You can reach me at rachel@rachellevyhomes.com or https://linktr.ee/rachellevyhomes

EP#37 | Is Staging Still Essential in 2024? | With Katie Walker
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/cGB60iaJypU

Katie Walker of Katie Walker Interiors joins us to kick the year off with our first episode 2024!We talk all things staging and how it's changed since the insanity of COVID.

What's working? What's not?

If you are thinking of selling this year, don't miss this week's episode!

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Produced by Max Silverberg

LEVerage With Rachel Levy

Not so long ago it became apparent to me that people were interested in more than the just the basics of Real Estate in Toronto LEVerage is all about pulling the curtain back on everything Real Estate in the GTA. The show is curated content about the trends, the insights & the disruptors. Its as an extension of our daily conversations with clients brought to you in segments.
You can reach me at rachel@rachellevyhomes.com or https://linktr.ee/rachellevyhomes

EP#36 | Do We Still Need Buyers Agents in the Age of Technology? | With Catharine MacIntosh
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/6P0I7RhpI9k

Welcome back Listed's CEO and Founder, Catharine MacIntosh for Episode 36!

There was no one better suited to debate the value of a Buyers Agent than Catharine in my mind.

A brilliant discussion around all the buzz related to whether Buyers Agents have value, what their value is and will they survive with all the tech and data available to consumers now.

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Produced by Max Silverberg