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The Canadian Mortgage Show
Welcome to The Canadian Mortgage Show, where we cut through the noise to bring you straight facts on mortgages and real estate in Canada. Focused on BC with a national perspective, we feature expert guests and real insights. Tune in for no-nonsense advice and answers to your questions!
Episodes
51 episodes
Episode 50: Canada’s Housing Market Hits Record Drop – Have We Seen the Bottom?
In this milestone 50th episode of The Canadian Mortgage Show, hosts Alex Pang and Alex Shanks unpack the latest economic, housing, and policy shifts shaping the Canadian market.They dive into U.S. inflation data, new tariffs from the U....
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Episode 49: The Truth About Building a Home in BC | Andrew Huang on Permits, Costs & Market Shifts
In this episode of The Canadian Mortgage Show, hosts Alex Pang and Alex Shanks welcome Andrew Huang, Licensed Builder at Fairlands Custom Homes Ltd., for an in-depth look at the realities of building in Greater Vancouver and across BC. With ove...
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Episode 49
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Episode 48: Bank of Canada Holds Rates — What This Means for Homeowners & Buyers
In this episode of The Canadian Mortgage Show, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks unpack the latest updates in Canada’s mortgage and housing market. They discuss why the Bank of Canada held rates steady, how looming tariffs could impact inflation, and w...
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Episode 48
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Episode 47: Private Lending Insights with Marc Alteman
Join Alex Pang and Alex Shanks as they welcome special guest Marc Alteman from Altman Financial Inc. to Episode 47 of The Canadian Mortgage Show. Marc, a private mortgage broker with nearly 15 years of experience, specializes in co...
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Episode 46: Beyond The Ring - Victoria Fung on Tough Markets and Real Estate Moves
This week, we're honoured to host the remarkable Victoria Fung from Oakwyn Realty Northwest. Victoria isn't just a second-generation realtor with a decade of experience; she's a former professional Muay Thai fighter whose competitive spirit and...
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Episode 46
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Episode 45: MORTGAGE MELTDOWN? Canadian Dollar SHOCK, AI Job Cuts & Govt. Budget BLUNDERS!
In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks dig into what’s going on with Canada’s broader economic landscape and its influence on the mortgage market. They tackle the strengthening Canadian dollar, the disruptive impact of AI on the job market ...
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Episode 45
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Episode 44: Housing Crisis, Fraud & Falling Developers: What’s Really Happening in Canada?
In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks dig into what’s going on with Canada’s housing market—think struggling developers, growing mortgage fraud, affordability headaches, and government slip-ups. They also chat about job openings, youth une...
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Episode 43: How to Beat the Bank at Their Own Game and Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster
In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks break down offset mortgages—a financial tool that could help you save thousands in interest and pay off your mortgage years ahead of schedule. But it's not for everyone...Here’s what y...
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Episode 42: Canada’s Condo Market Is Crashing—Is Your Pre-Sale Next?
In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks break down the storm clouds gathering over Canada’s real estate and economic future. From collapsing condo markets to historic debt levels and controversial government spending—this week pulls no punch...
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Episode 42
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Episode 41: Mortgage Stress Test Could Be Scrapped—Game-Changer or Disaster?
In this week’s episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks unpack the latest employment data, rental drama, and a growing storm of government mismanagement. Whether you’re a landlord, homebuyer, or just frustrated taxpayer—this one’s for you.H...
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Episode 40: How Foreign Students Are Quietly Replacing Canadian Workers
In this week’s episode, Alex & Alex break down the latest Bank of Canada decision and what it means for your wallet. From rising fixed rates to rising credit delinquencies, we explore how Canadians are managing debt—and what’s coming next.<...
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Episode 39: Here's Why Canada’s Housing Crisis Could Take 25 YEARS to Fix
In this week’s episode, Alex & Alex unpack Canada’s worsening housing affordability crisis, new tax breaks for first-time buyers, and why big banks are cutting HELOC limits without notice. They also explore rising gas prices in BC and the c...
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Episode 39
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Episode 38: Mortgage Interest Sucks—Here’s How to Make It Tax Deductible (Yes, Really)
In this week’s episode, Alex & Alex dive into Cash Damming—a powerful but lesser-known tax strategy that can help you turn personal debt into tax-deductible business debt. Whether you're a freelancer, landlord, or sole proprietor, th...
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Episode 38
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Episode 37: Carney’s Cabinet Shocker: No Budget, No Plan?
In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks unpack a whirlwind week of headlines—from a struggling jobs market to a newly reshuffled cabinet under PM Mark Carney. With major shifts in trade, real estate, and immigration policies, Episode 37 brea...
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Episode 37
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Episode 36: The Hidden Housing Time Bomb No One’s Talking About
In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks break down the latest waves rocking Canada’s economy, housing market, and political scene. From thousands of job losses in Oshawa to tighter immigration caps and ballooning mortgage risks, we unpack wh...
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Episode 36
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Episode 35: Inside Canada’s Housing Collapse—and the 2040 Dystopia No One’s Ready For
In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks unpack a whirlwind week in Canadian politics and public life—from the Lapu Lapu Festival tragedy in Vancouver to a historic federal election that reshaped the political map. With Mark Carney’s surprise...
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Episode 34: Wealth Mistakes Most Canadians Are Still Making in 2025 with Matt Beckett
In this episode, we welcome Matt Backett, a seasoned wealth advisor with nearly two decades of experience helping Canadians navigate financial uncertainty. From volatile markets and rising interest rates to the generational wealth transfer resh...
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Episode 34
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Episode 33: Poilievre’s Big Housing Gamble—Genius or Pipe Dream?
In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks return to unpack one of the most critical moments in Canada’s political landscape as the 2025 election looms large. From Pierre Poilievre’s bold promises to Mark Carney’s controversial financial...
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Episode 32: The Truth About Canadian Politics No One Tells You — with Trenton Poy
In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks sit down with Trenton Poy, longtime political insider and founder of Mountain View Insurance. With nearly four decades of political involvement, Trenton brings a grounded, behind-the-scenes perspective...
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Episode 31: Foreign Buyers Back? Carney’s CMHC Plan & Canada’s Housing Future
In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks return with an explosive episode of The Canadian Mortgage Show, discussing the latest from the upcoming federal election, tariffs, and new housing plans.Here’s w...
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Episode 30: The $500M Mortgage Fraud Nobody Went to Jail For
In this episode Alex Pang and Alex Shanks return with another explosive episode of The Canadian Mortgage Show, breaking down the chaos as Mark Carney officially calls a federal election for April 28th. The race is tight, the promises a...
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Episode 29: Canada on the Brink: Tariffs, Rate Cuts & Mortgage Mayhem
In This Episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks dive into what’s shaking the Canadian mortgage world—from escalating global tariffs to AI calling bots booking mortgage appointments (yes, really!). They recap the key takeaways from the Canadia...
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Episode 28: Uncover The Hidden Goldmine in Commercial Real Estate with Tuan Luong
In this episode I sit down with Tuan Luong, a seasoned commercial mortgage broker and founder of Bluestone Capital, to break down how commercial real estate is shifting—and why savvy investors are making the switch from ...
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Episode 27: Doug Ford Strikes Back! Ontario’s Bold Response to US Tariffs
In this episode, Alex Pang and Alex Shanks cover the latest earthquake in BC, Trudeau’s $81K grocery bill, and the March 4th tariff impact on interest rates. Plus, we discuss Ontario’s bold response t...
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Episode 27
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