🎙️ Episode 82: 2026 Market Reset - Real Estate Truths, Mortgage Mistakes & Where the Smart Money Moves

The Real Deal Pod is back—and this is the conversation Canadians need to hear to start 2026 with clarity.   After one of the toughest real estate markets in decades, Realtor Allister Carrington and Mortgage Broker Geoff Lee unpack what actually happened in 2025 and what the data is telling us about the year ahead.   No hype. No fear. Just real numbers and clear perspective.   In this episode, we break down why prices are still well below their peak, why some housing segments will move before others, and how homeowners could lose tens of thousands of dollars simply by doing nothing at mortgage renewal.   If you’re buying, selling, renewing, or simply trying to make sense of the market—this episode will help you move forward with confidence.   You’ll learn:   Why the market needed a reset—and what that means for 2026 Where early momentum is building (and where it isn’t) Why condos are still correcting—and why that matters The biggest mortgage renewal mistake Canadians are making How the “loyalty tax” quietly costs homeowners $15,000–$30,000 When to start planning your next mortgage move Why 2026 is about life decisions, not speculation     Key takeaway: 2025 was the reset. 2026 is about execution.   Follow The Real Deal Pod for honest conversations about real estate, money, and long-term decision-making—without the noise.   ➡️  Find out how we can help you with your homeownership journey!   Allister Carrington Realtor, Royal LePage Little Oak www.AllisterCarrington.com 1.778.990.8703 [email protected]   Geoff Lee Mortgage Broker, GLM Mortgage Group www.GLMmortgage.com 1.604.259.1486 [email protected]