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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 82

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#22 | Mortgages 101 | With Ari Ditkofsky
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/6O0SE6-VEos

Everyone is dreading locking in their Interest Rates but learn what else can affect a mortgage.

Join me as I chat with Ari Ditkofsky from Dominion Lending about everything you need to know about getting approved for a mortgage

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#21 | Downsizing is Now Rightsizing: Learn the Importance of It | With Lauren Colla
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/ZFHT9qYMr_w

Join me as I talk to Lauren Colla, Geriatric Social Worker with over 15 years experience in some of the top Long Term Care Facilities in Canada

Listen to learn how important it is to normalize aging and how early you should consider planning for it.

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#20 | Selling: What to Disclose And to Who? | With Joel Kadish
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/F8L0KCsNGJY

Thinking about Selling your house? There are risks associated with listing your home and if done incorrectly can lead to litigation.

Join me as I chat with Joel Kadish of Kadish Law about the steps to selling your house. From the legal forms you fill out to why your house is only sold when you receive the deposit cheque.

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#19 | Divorce & Home Ownership: Not a Match Made in Heaven | With Annamaria Perruccio
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/ErEU0DcaoLU

Join me as I discuss the logistics of selling your matrimonial home with the amazing Annamaria Perruccio of Perruccio Law.

Sadly 50% of all marriages end in divorce and it's one of the life cycles that realtors encounter on a regular basis.

It's not straightforward and there are so many things to consider.

Listen to understand the nuances that are involved and how to make the right decision for you if you are contemplating a divorce.

To reach Annamaria, email annamaria@perrucciolaw.com

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#18 | Did Someone Say the F Word? | With Eli Plonka
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/cBuRUlvlx2w

Did someone say the F Word? Join me as I talk to Eli Plonka of Eli Electrical about electrical issues, things to look out for when buying your next home and what the F word is to all electricians.

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#17 | Can the Banks Be Trusted? | With Ari Ditkofsky
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/Jofx9ybIW7g

Join me in this week’s episode as I talk all about mortgages, interest rates and the big banks with Ari Ditkofsky of Dominion Lending.

Learn the differences between variable and fixed rates, why the lowest rate isn’t always the best and why we negotiate our Internet bill more than our mortgages.

Spoiler Alert, the banks are in the business of making money.

Check out Ari's website – https://www.admortgage.ca/

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#16 | How Do We Fix The Rental Situation in Toronto? | With Howie Paskowitz
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/dwJcU1luC5U

The city of Toronto is in a full blown housing crisis and rentals are a major part of this. The challenges surrounding the rental market are not all that they seem. Join us as we talk candidly about what holds the city from finding a solution, what the immediate needs are and how we can find ways to fix it.

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#15 | The Real Truth About Home Inspections | With Alan Carson
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/dnHxqcwlayg

Join me as I speak to Alan Carson of Carson Dunlop about all things related to home inspections.

Learn how to pick your home inspector, what inspections cover and what you will never know even with a home inspection!

Check out Carson Dunlop – https://www.carsondunlop.com/

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#14 | Is the Brokerage Still King? | With Darren Slavens
byRachel Levy

YouTube – https://youtu.be/1UQhvLrilEQ

Join me as I speak with Darren Slavens, President and Broker of Record of Slavens & Associates about the role of the brokerage now, years past and predictions for the future

We cover the good, the bad and the ugly reality of many brokerages.

Find Darren on Instagram – @darrenslavensrealestate
Check Out Slavens & Associates – https://slavensrealestate.com/

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#13 | Buyers 101 | With Joel Kadish
byRachel Levy

I brought our resident Legal expert, Joel Kadish, back to dive deep into the legal process of buying a property from the offer process to closing.

Listen to learn all about the clauses from home inspections to financing, what to do on closing day and everything in between.

Joel's website – http://www.kadishlaw.com/