The Property Mindset: Fernie Real Estate, Market Insights & Investment Strategies
Stay ahead of the Fernie and Lake Koocanusa real estate market with host Phil Gadd, REALTOR® and local expert.
Each episode breaks down current trends, property opportunities, and smart strategies for buyers, sellers, and investors across the East Kootenays. From housing updates to lifestyle-driven insights, The Property Mindset gives you the clarity and confidence to make your next move in Fernie BC’s evolving market.
Episodes
81 episodes
Fernie Real Estate Market Update August 2026: Did Prices Really Drop 23%?
Did Fernie home prices really fall 23% in August 2026?The average sale price in Fernie fell sharply in August 2026, but that does not mean every Fernie property suddenly lost 23% of its value.There were 19 completed sales d...
What Is the Average Home Price in Fernie? Why One Number Misleads
What is the average price of a home in Fernie, BC?There is no single number that accurately represents every Fernie property.As of August 14, 2026, Realtor.ca showed a broad market price indicator of $669,200 for Fernie res...
Fernie Real Estate Market Update – May 2026: Homes Sell in 20 Days
What happened in the Fernie real estate market in May 2026?Fernie’s residential real estate market moved quickly in May. Thirty-seven new listings entered the market, representing an increase of approximately 61% from May 2025 and...
Fernie Real Estate Market Update – April 2026: Sales Surge 73%
What happened in the Fernie real estate market in April 2026?Fernie’s residential real estate market accelerated sharply in April 2026. Sales activity increased by nearly 73% compared with April 2025, while the number of active li...
Fernie Home Prices: What $650K to $2M+ Can Buy
What can different budgets buy in Fernie, BC?Fernie isn’t an inexpensive housing market, but its real estate options are more varied than many prospective buyers realize.Depending on budget, buyers may find everything from ...
Fernie Real Estate Market Update: Is Spring the Turning Point?
February was another quiet month for Fernie real estate, but is the market weaker than it looks—or simply waiting for spring?In this episode of the Property Mindset Podcast, Phil Gadd breaks down the February 2026 market numbers and expl...
Fernie Real Estate Market Update – January 2026: Why Prices Fell
What happened in the Fernie real estate market in January 2026?Fernie’s real estate market began 2026 slowly. Seventeen properties were listed and only four sales were completed during January. With so few transactions, the proper...
Fernie Looks Stable — So What Should You Be Watching for the Next 10 Years?
Fernie’s real estate market doesn’t feel broken. Prices are holding, demand is steady, and inventory feels tight — so why are economists warning that this is exactly how affordability problems begin?In this episode of The Property...
Fernie Real Estate December 2025 | What the Market Is Telling Us
In this episode of The Property Mindset Podcast, Phil Gadd breaks down the December 2025 Fernie real estate market and what the full year revealed.2025 wasn’t a boom year — but it was a telling one. Inventory remained tight...
Fernie Real Estate Market Update | November 2025: Listings Down, Sales Up, Confidence Returns
In this episode of The Property Mindset Podcast, Phil Gadd breaks down the November 2025 Fernie real estate market. Listings are down, sales are up, and inventory is tightening as winter approaches. With prices holding steady and a new...
Should You Move to Fernie BC? The 2026 Relocation & Cost Guide
Is the Fernie dream actually worth the price tag in 2026?On paper, relocating to Fernie, BC looks like a financial trap. The median home price has hit $952,050, the price-to-income ratio is a staggering 7.7, and vacancy rat...
Fernie Real Estate Market Report – October 2025: Sales Surge, Listings Drop & Rates Cut
The snow is back on the peaks and Fernie’s real estate market is heating up again. In this month’s Fernie Real Estate Market Report, Phil Gadd breaks down October 2025: listings down 22%, sales up 36%, and inventory tightening a...
Holly Mabery: Confidence, Mentorship & Breaking Barriers in Real Estate
Senior VP of eXp Realty Holly Mabery joins The Property Mindset Podcast for an empowering conversation on leadership, mentorship, and confidence. Recorded live at eXpCon Miami by Milly Gadd, this episode explores how ...
A Simple Guide to Choosing eXp Luxury for Your Fernie Home | Why CMA Reports Matter
Thinking about selling your Fernie home or curious what your property is really worth? In this episode of The Property Mindset Podcast, Phil Gadd explains how the eXp Luxury platform gives your Fernie property gl...
Fernie Real Estate Market Outlook | September 2025: Buyer, Seller & Investor Strategies
Fernie’s real estate market just shifted — sales dropped over 50%, but prices and demand remain strong. In this episode, Phil Gadd breaks down what that means for buyers, sellers, and investors in 2025. Discover where the real opportunities lie...
Why 2026 Could Be the Year to Sell Your Fernie Home | Fernie Real Estate Market Outlook
Thinking about selling your Fernie home? 2026 may be your best window yet. In this episode, Phil Gadd of First Tracks Real Estate Group breaks down why next year’s market could deliver top-dollar results — from BCREA’s bullish forecasts to Fern...
Bank of Canada Rate Cut Explained | What It Means for Fernie Real Estate + Big Koocanusa News
The Bank of Canada just cut its key rate for the first time since March—📉 but what does it really mean for Fernie real estate? Join Phil Gadd as he unpacks how this decision affects mortgages, buyer confidence, and local housing trends. Plus, s...
Fernie Real Estate Market Update – July 2025: Buyers Return, Prices Rise, and Inventory Tightens
In this episode of The Property Mindset Podcast, Phil Gadd breaks down Fernie’s July 2025 real estate trends — where sold listings have surged, average prices climbed, and inventory is tightening across the valley. Discover what this s...
Fernie Real Estate Market Report: May 2025 – Buyer’s Market Deepens as Listings Fall and Homes Sell Faster
May 2025 reveals a tale of two markets—sales are down, prices are cooling, but properties are moving faster. 📊 New listings dropped 24% 💰 Sale prices fell 2% ⏱️ Days on market down by 53% 🛑 MS...
April 2025 Fernie Market Update – Tariffs, Elections & Buyer Hesitation
In this episode, we dive into the April 2025 Fernie real estate numbers—where tariffs, election tension, and shifting buyer confidence are showing up in the data. 📉 Listings and sale prices are down. 📈 Days on market ar...
Fernie Market Update: March 2025 – Shifts, Surprises & Tariffs!
Explore the Fernie real estate landscape with Phil Gadd in the March 2025 episode of The Property Mindset Podcast:New Listings Surge: A 28% jump to 78 year-to-date listings – what's driving the increase?Sales Perf...
🏆 How Goal Setting Led Us to eXp ICON Success 🏆
In this episode of The Property Mindset Podcast, I’m getting personal—sharing how goal setting, persistence, and strategic action led us to achieving ICON Agent status at eXp Realty in 2024.But this episode isn’t j...
Win a Bidding War in Fernie: Proven Strategies for Success
Losing out on your dream home in a bidding war? You’re not alone. In today’s Fernie real estate market, multiple offers are common, and unprepared buyers often miss out. But with the right strategy, you can secure your dream ho...
February 2025 Fernie Market Pulse: Surging Listings & Shifting Prices
Dive into the Fernie real estate market with our comprehensive February 2025 update in this episode of The Property Mindset Podcast. This month, we’ve witnessed a significant 21% increase in new listings and a notable change in sales dynamics, ...
10 Home Buying Hacks to Find Hidden Deals & Win in Fernie’s Market
🏡 Buying a Home in Fernie? Don’t Overpay! 🏡With rising prices and intense competition, buying a home in Fernie can feel like a race against time. But what if you had 10 powerful hacks to get ahead of the competition, fin...