ProperTea Podcast
Katie Davis Bennett, a licenced real estate broker in Toronto is here to discuss the ins and outs of Real Estate in an attempt to debunk the lies, bust the myths, lay out the process, and prove once and for all that owning property isn’t just for your parents or that friend who started a tech company and sold it at 23. Find out how the proverbial sausage gets made as she covers everything: from the basics, like the difference between renting and buying and what a real estate agent actually does, to wtf a mortgage actually is, the process for first time home buyers, and how to deal with your evil landlord. We’ll have interviews with experts, Q&A sessions with our listeners, and lots of speculation about the tastefulness of people’s homes. Come find out the Proper-Tea!
Episodes
28 episodes
Renting in Toronto as a Newcomer with Saule Ualiyeva
This week on Propertea, Katie sits down with Saule Ualiyeva, a fellow real estate agent who moved to Toronto from Kazakhstan 10 years ago, to share her experience as a newcomer navigating the rental market in Toronto. They talk about t...
Laneway Housing & The Missing Middle with Craig Rice
This week on ProperTea, Katie talks with Craig Rice from Laneway Housing about big changes in Toronto’s housing rules. As of May 2023, Toronto has made it possible to build up to four units on any residential property, instead of just ...
Disclosures with Zachary Soccio-Marandola
Welcome to ProperTea, where we spill all the details on the highs and lows of the real estate world! In this episode, we’re diving deep into the essential topic of disclosures in real estate with returning guest, lawyer Zachary Soccio-Marandola...
Investment Property 102: Why Invest in Real Estate
Welcome to ProperTea, where we spill all the details on the highs and lows of the real estate world! In this episode, host Katie Davis Bennett, a seasoned real estate agent, wraps up the investment series with a break down on why investing in p...
Investment Property 101: What You Need to Know Before You Buy
Welcome to ProperTea, where we spill all the details on the highs and lows of the real estate world! In this episode, we're diving deep into what you need to know about buying an investment property. Following last episode's discussion on being...
Renting 103: Landlord Due Diligence with Rachel Currey
Join Katie Davis Bennett on this episode of ProperTea, where she sits down with a fellow real estate agent, Rachel Curry for a deep dive into the world of landlords, renting, and everything in between. They chat about the ins and outs of being ...
My Real Estate Story
Welcome to ProperTea, where we spill all the details on the highs and lows of the real estate world! In this episode, we're diving into Katie's inspiring journey from a HGTV Property Virgins watcher to a proud homeowner. Katie shares her story,...
5 Mistakes First Time Home Buyers Make
Welcome back to ProperTea with your host, Katie Davis Bennett! In today’s insightful episode, Katie dives into the exhilarating yet daunting world of first-time home buying mistakes. Whether you’re ready to make your dream home a reality or jus...
Navigating Mortgage Verification: Expert Tips from Monica Falco
In this insightful episode of the ProperTea Podcast, Katie brings back Mortgage Agent and expert, Monica Falco. Today they go over the mortgage verification processes and what you need to know as a home buyer. They also go into the Dos and Don'...
Crafting Value: A Carpenter's Perspective on Real Estate
Welcome to another episode of ProperTea Podcast, where we blend real estate insights with a touch of warmth and clarity. In today's episode, we have a special guest joining us. Paul Collins, the English carpenter, who will be sharing his insigh...
List Price vs. Market Value - What Will It Sell For?
Welcome to another episode of ProperTea Podcast, where we blend real estate insights with a touch of warmth and clarity. In today's episode, we delve into a critical aspect of property transactions: understanding the difference between list pri...
Does the Purchase Price Matter?
Let’s talk MONEY! Today’s episode empowers first-time buyers with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions in the world of real estate. From purchase prices to property taxes, finances can be scary so we're going to dive into the esse...
Real Estate Law With Zachary Soccio-Marandola
Join us for a deep dive into the intricate world of real estate law on this episode of ProperTea. Our guest, Zachary Soccio-Marandola, a seasoned real estate attorney, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. From understanding ...
Conditions in Offers
Welcome to the ProperTea Podcast, your go-to source for all things real estate. In today's episode, we dive deep into the often confusing world of real estate and the conditions in your offers. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned ...
Welcome Back!
It’s been a while….WELCOME BACK! This episode gives you all the updates you need to know about this NEW season of ProperTea! We are so excited to be back and Katie gives you a run down on what’s new in the real estate world, starting with some ...
12. Renting 102
In this follow-up episode, we discuss all you need to know about renting in further detail. We cover what you need to know about ending a tenancy, finding a sublet and a ton of commonly unknown information when it comes to your rights as a tena...
11. Renting 101
This episode is all about what you need to know as a renter, specifically in Ontario. We've found that a lot of people don't know their own rights as a renter, and what their landlords' rights are. From what you need to prepare prior to finding...
10. What Does the Closing Process Look Like?
Today's three-part series covers what to do once you've made the decision that you are ready to buy.There's a lot that happens in between the offer getting accepted and move in day that nobody really talks about. In today's episode, we ...
9. Starting the Search for Your New Home
Today's three-part series covers what to do once you've made the decision that you are ready to buy.In part two of our series, we're talking all about the fun stuff... starting the search for your new home! We talk about how to search f...
8. The In's and Out's of Buyer Representation Agreements
Today's three-part series covers what to do once you've made the decision that you are ready to buy.In this episode, we cover this first step to take, which is getting a Buyer Representation Agreement. We talk about buyer consultations,...
7. Tips for First Time Home Buyers with Monica Falco
We had so much fun talking with Mortgage Agent, Monica Falco, we decided to bring her back! In today's follow-up episode we talk about tax breaks and grants, land transfer costs, investment properties and the impact of Covid19 on the market. Mo...
6. Learning about Home Inspections with Michael Schmidt
Getting a home inspection is such an important part of the home buying process, and we wanted to bring on an expert to answer all of your burning questions like what exactly does a home inspector do, when you should get a home inspection done a...
5. All About Mortgages with Monica Falco
In today's episode, we brought on Mortgage Agent and expert, Monica Falco, to discuss the financial side of buying a house. We chat about lenders, getting a pre-approval, how to work with your pre-existing loans and some of the incentive progra...
4. We sit down with Expert Broker, Sandra Rinomato
Have we got an episode for you!Sandra Rinomato is a Canadian real estate expert, television personality and author who lives right here in Toronto. She has appeared on numerous HGTV shows, such as Property Virgins and Buy Herself and is...
3. Meet Your Real Estate Team
It takes a village to buy & sell property. In today's episode we go through all of the different stages and roles that pertain to buying & selling a home. From Mortgage Brokers to Appraisers, we cover all of the basics that you need to ...