Do Realtors Just Want Commission? 2026 GTA Rent vs Buy Tr...

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Hey everyone—welcome back to Real Estate Wisdom with Vish. If you've ever wondered if realtors are just chasing commission cheques, or whether 2026 is the year to rent, buy, or wait in the GTA... this episode's for you.Quick intro about me (Vishal Kapoor): Started part-time in real estate back in 2012 while working a full-time gig. Quickly learned it's not a side hustle—went all-in full-time in 2015. Served as Director and President of the Oakville Milton & District Real Estate Board, so I know the industry inside out. Also active in Oakville—volunteering at schools, HD SB PIC committee, park clean-ups, and connecting folks with trusted tradespeople. "Vish for Your Home" stands for Value, Integrity, Service, Homeownership.What's inside (real talk, no fluff):Why the "commission hunter" stereotype exists (and when to run)My real incentives: one deal vs. lifetime trust (I've walked away from commissions)2026 GTA reality: softer prices (~$900K average, down 6-7%), dropping rents with free month incentives, rates to watchSpot bad agents vs. true advisors (red flag checklist)Rent vs buy playbooks tailored to YOU—renter deals, buyer timing, when to waitStories of clients I told "don't buy"Perfect if you're: A GTA renter seeing lease incentives, first-time buyer on the fence, or just trying to cut through real estate noise.Let's chat: DM me "VISH2026" on IG/TikTok with your situation (lease end-date, budget, etc.)—happy to map your best move, no sales pressure.Find me: vishforyourhome.ca | Century 21 MillerListen everywhere: YouTube, Spotify, Apple PodcastsHit subscribe if this resonates—share with a friend stressing about rent vs buy. Stay wise out there!Thanks!VISHAL KAPOORREALTOR®C: 905.330.8675 O: 905.845.9180 E: [email protected]: www.vishforyourhome.ca Century 21 Miller Real Estate Ltd.Brokerage, Independently Owned and OperatedFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/VishForYourHomeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/vishforyour...Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5FP...X: https://twitter.com/vishforyourhome

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Hey everyone—welcome back to Real Estate Wisdom with Vish. If you've ever wondered if realtors are just chasing commission cheques, or whether 2026 is the year to rent, buy, or wait in the GTA... this episode's for you.Quick intro about me (Vishal...

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