Helping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-Bock
Receive insider tips, market analysis, and expert advice. from a Toronto GTHA+ Real Estate Broker AT Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty and founder of The CondoWiz™ Group, the human intelligence behind the CondoWiz™ - Toronto GTHA+. I talk facts and do a deep dive into the official stats, factors, and projects shaping the markets today, with occasional help from other industry experts.
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As we move into the final weeks of summer 2025, the GTA housing market is showing major shifts that buyers, sellers, and investors can’t ignore. From a looming Bank of Canada rate cut to a surge in inventory, today’s episode breaks down the numbers, trends, and opportunities shaping the late summer real estate landscape.
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The July 2025 housing market is showing signs of renewed optimism across Toronto and the GTA! 📈
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty in Toronto.
In this episode, I break down the latest TRREB Market Stats, share insights from Sherry Cooper’s expert analysis, and review CREA’s ...
Canada’s housing crisis isn’t just a problem—it’s an emergency. With 3.5 million homes needed by 2031, the gap between what’s being built and what’s required is widening fast. In this episode, we dive deep into six game-changing strategies governments, developers, and communities are using to speed up development proposals and get shovels in the ground—faster.
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House hunting? Before you fall in love with a granite countertop or get lured by staged furniture, press play. In this episode, I break down 6 essential tips to help you find the right home and avoid costly mistakes that most buyers only realize too late.
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Ele...
Well, we are in the thick of summer — my favorite season. Those who know me know that’s absolutely not true. I loathe summer. It’s my least favorite season. However, there are ways to stay cool and save thousands. In this episode, I’ll be sharing five summer energy-saving tips, plus Ontario rebates explained.
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In this episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate, Brick by Brick, I break down the major difference between 2 of Canada’s key homebuyer incentives: the longstanding HST New Housing Rebate and the brand new GST rebate designed specifically for First-Time Home Buyers (FTHBs).
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker ...
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty in Toronto.
In this episode, I unpack the June 2025 real estate market stats, revealing a surprising mix of resilience and opportunity amid political uncertainty, rising crime, and record-high housing inventory. From a sharp drop in condo p...
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty in Toronto.
In this new episode, I broke down what’s happening in the current real estate market, especially the clear divide between the condo and freehold sectors. Right now, condos are firmly in a buyer’s market, thanks to high inventory...
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty in Toronto. In this episode I do a deep dive into the recent Band of Canada interest rate announcement, the recently released TRREB Market Stats for May 2025, and check in with Stats Can for the immigration/emigration counts. All of this to...
This episode explains how MPAC conducts property assessments in Ontario through direct comparison methods, with a focus on residential properties and the factors influencing their value. The assessment cycle operates every four years with a phase-in process for value changes, though the 2020 postponement is still affecting current values. The episode concludes with an overview of how municipalities calculate property taxes based on...
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty in Toronto.
In this episode, I dive into the current state of the real estate market and explore the key factors driving property values. I focus on the cost of ownership, job security, and housing supply—fundamental elements that shape how...
This episode is titled "Tariffs and Tightropes: How global and local issues are shaping GTA real estate in spring 2025." I outline 7 factors affecting real estate values, focusing on four: Cost of shelter (including ownership and rent), Job security, Local supply, and Global factors.
Emphasis is made on the importance of these factors in understanding changes in real estate values. This episode will explore how they are c...
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. Today I have the pleasure of speaking with special Guest Sean Humphries, an award-wining mortgage specialist with Dominion Lending Centres.
Sean and I discussed the impact of global politics and local Canadian politics on the ...
Nico here discussing various types of fraud and providing practical tips to stay safe, emphasizing the importance of skepticism, strong passwords, regular account monitoring, and staying informed about fraud trends.
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto.
In this e...
Nico here providing an overview of the real estate market as it stands right now, highlighting the division between condo and freehold markets and the impact of historically low interest rates and recent interest rate changes. I also discuss the current economic situation, advising against making permanent decisions in temporary situations and encouraging people to consider all options before making a decision. Lastly, I differenti...
Representation Series - Listing Agreement Seller Representation (MLS & Exclusive) Form 200
In this episode I explain the new legislation, TRESA (Trust in Real Estate Services Act), which aims to provide greater transparency in real estate transactions. I go into detail regarding the major sections of the RECO Information Guide which is now 11 pages long and provides detailed information about agency and consumer expectations. I ...
Representation Series: Buyer Representation Agreement in Ontario (Form 300)
In this episode I explain the new legislation, TRESA (Trust in Real Estate Services Act), which aims to provide greater transparency in real estate transactions. I go into detail regarding the major sections of the RECO Information Guide which is now 11 pages long and provides detailed information about agency and consumer expectations. I then focus on the T...
Listing Agreement Landlord Representation, a part of the Representation Agreement series.
In this episode I explain the new legislation, TRESA (Trust in Real Estate Services Act), which aims to provide greater transparency in real estate transactions. I go into detail regarding the major sections of the RECO Information Guide which is now 11 pages long and provides detailed information about agency and consumer expectations. I then ...
Tenant representation agreement, a part of the Representation Agreement series.
In this episode I explain the new legislation, TRESA (Trust in Real Estate Services Act), which aims to provide greater transparency in real estate transactions. I go into detail regarding the major sections of the RECO Information Guide which is now 11 pages long and provides detailed information about agency and consumer expectations. I then focus on t...
Being a part of the Royal LePage family, more specifically the Royal LePage Signature Realty family, is a huge source of pride. And I wanted to just share my thoughts on the Trump rhetoric that is being bandied about. I prefer to focus on the positives.
So I am really very glad that I am working at a company that is 100 % Canadian owned. And I wanted to just share a quick memory. Last year, towards the end of September, I ...
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