Podcast: What’s Next for New and Resale Homes?
TRREB Wire
by TRREBSMPA
2w ago
The traditionally busy spring season and lower interest rates are two factors that may drive up activity in the housing market. Our latest Ready to Real Estate podcast episode features two data experts: Ray Wong, Vice President of Data Operations at Altus Group, and Sean Simpson, Vice President of Ipsos Public Affairs. They will talk about what lies ahead for mortgage rates, where supply is headed, and where buying and selling intentions stand. Hosted by Jason Mercer, TRREB’s Chief Market Analyst, this is a must-listen episode that helps you understand why we’re forecasting resa ..read more
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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN: TRREB REALTOR® QUEST 2024
TRREB Wire
by TRREBSMPA
3w ago
The long wait is finally over! Registration is now open for TRREB REALTOR® QUEST 2024. PATHWAYS TO SUCCESSExplore exciting new opportunities and navigate the next steps on your real estate journey. TRREB REALTOR® QUEST allows you to tap into exclusive resources and gain access to world-class speakers. Immerse yourself in two days of inspiration, education, and networking on May 15 and 16 at the Toronto Congress Centre. TOP FIVE RQ HIGHLIGHTS Motivational Keynote Speakers and Speaker Series Monty Moran The former CEO of Chipotle and bestselling author is our spring Annual Meeting Featured Spe ..read more
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What’s in Store for the 2024 Market Outlook – Find Out More
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by TRREBSMPA
3w ago
Curious about what’s in store this year for the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) real estate market? Wondering how shifting trends and economic factors might influence your buying or selling decisions?  On Thursday, February 8, nearly 700 TRREB Members, industry partners, the media and policymakers attended TRREB’s 2024 Market Outlook & Year in Review event to find out what lies ahead for mortgage rates and housing supply. Key Highlights 1. Increased Demand: With record population growth, a resilient economy, low unemployment rates, and declining mortgage rates expected in ..read more
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The REALTORS® Who Will Thrive in a ChatGPT Future
TRREB Wire
by TRREBSMPA
2M ago
AI can interpret, forecast, and execute certain tasks much faster than a human can. For instance, it might forecast the number of transactions in a year, the areas in a particular market that will see the highest levels of growth, and even the selling price of properties. AI analysis is so swift, in part, because it can access so much more data than a human mind can contain at one time.  Chris Linsell, a technology analyst, content strategist, and licensed REALTOR®, joined TRREB Chief Market Analyst Jason Mercer on a recent episode of Ready to Real Estate to talk about ..read more
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Exciting Opportunity: Be a Part of TRREB REALTOR® QUEST 2024
TRREB Wire
by TRREBSMPA
2M ago
TRREB REALTOR® QUEST 2023 was a resounding success with over 10,000 attendees, 20 dynamic speakers, and more than 200 industry-leading experts. We’re gearing up to do it all over again, but with even more in store. This year, we’re taking our attendees on a journey to discover Pathways to Success. Don’t miss this opportunity to differentiate your business and join in on all the fun as one of our esteemed sponsors and exhibitors. BIG PERKS. INVALUABLE EXPOSURE. LASTING CONNECTIONS.When you become a sponsor and exhibitor, you get to tap into our Members’ infectious energy and enthusiasm to ..read more
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Where Does Podcasting Fit in a REALTOR’S® Marketing Strategy?
TRREB Wire
by TRREBSMPA
4M ago
Podcasts have been growing in popularity for about 15 years, and social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic got even more people hooked on podcasts. One in four Canadians now listens to an average of five podcasts per week — a demographic too large for any REALTOR® keen on marketing to ignore.  Doug Downs is the President of Stories and Strategies, a podcast production, marketing, and advertising company. He joined TRREB Chief Market Analyst Jason Mercer on a recent episode of Ready to Real Estate to share the business case for podcasting. The AIDA Marketing Funnel Whe ..read more
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Empathetic Body Language Builds Trust with Clients
TRREB Wire
by TRREBSMPA
4M ago
If you’re a REALTOR®, you know that showing empathy is critical to building a trusting relationship with clients or potential clients. Empathy isn’t only demonstrated in what you say, though. It is also demonstrated in what you do. To talk about how body language can help REALTORS® build trust with clients, Pamela Barnum, a non-verbal communication expert, trust strategist, and former undercover police officer, joined TRREB Chief Market Analyst Jason Mercer for a recent episode of Ready to Real Estate. Four ways to show empathy through body language Making ey ..read more
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Want Brand Loyalty? Be Loyal to Your Clients
TRREB Wire
by TRREBSMPA
5M ago
REALTORS® looking to make their mark with a unique, personal, and fun approach to marketing can draw inspiration from the self-titled “brand hysteria expert,” Johnny Cupcakes. He grew a business, selling t-shirts from the back of a car, into an international brand worth millions. And he shared his creative approach to building brand loyalty with TRREB Chief Market Analyst Jason Mercer on a recent episode of Ready to Real Estate. Make Time for the People Who Make Time for You Johnny built a brand with a cult-like following by making time for the people who made time for him. He b ..read more
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TRREB Members Supporting the Ontario REALTORS Care® Foundation
TRREB Wire
by TRREBSMPA
5M ago
Housing and food insecurities are increasing throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and beyond.  To combat these growing issues, the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) donates nearly $1 million each year to give back to the Ontario REALTORS Care® Foundation (ORCF) on behalf of our Members.  Since 2008, TRREB has participated in the ORCF’s Every REALTOR® Campaign where TRREB donates $1 per Member per Month. Each dollar supports shelter-based charities, food banks, and help lines, just like these.  Friends of Ruby  Friends of ..read more
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High Rates Impacting Market, but Population Growth Will Soon Spur Demand
TRREB Wire
by Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
6M ago
TORONTO, ONTARIO, October 4, 2023 – The impact of high borrowing costs, high inflation, uncertainty surrounding future Bank of Canada decisions and slower economic growth continued to weigh on Greater Toronto Area (GTA) home sales in September. However, despite the market being better-supplied with listings, the average selling price was up year-over-year. “The short and medium-term outlooks for the GTA housing market are very different. In the short term, the consensus view is that borrowing costs will remain elevated until mid-2024, after which they will start to trend lower. This sugge ..read more
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