🎙️ Episode 89 - The Truth About Today’s Real Estate Market + How One Mortgage Decline Turned Into an Approval

On this episode of The Real Deal Pod, Allister and Geoff break down two important realities shaping the real estate market right now.   First, we unpack the latest February housing data from Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Sales are picking up month-over-month, but they’re still sitting well below historical averages. At the same time, inventory has climbed to levels we haven’t seen in years.   So what’s really happening?   Is this a slowdown… or simply a market resetting after years of intense competition?   Then Geoff shares a powerful real-life mortgage story that every buyer should hear.   A young couple with great income, savings, and stable jobs were declined for their mortgage after making an offer on a home. Instead of giving up, they sought another opinion — and what followed was a clear six-month strategy that turned their situation around.   In this episode you’ll learn:   • Why real estate inventory appears high right now • The surprising reason new listings are actually slowing down • How the spring market could reshape the rest of 2026 • The credit score lenders really want to see • The simple credit mistake that quietly kills mortgage approvals • Why buyers should always seek a second opinion after a decline   If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or simply trying to understand what’s really happening in today’s housing market, this episode gives you the clarity most headlines miss.   Because the truth is…   Real estate isn’t just about numbers. It’s about strategy, preparation, and having the right professionals guiding you along the way.     🎧 Listen to The Real Deal Pod every week for real estate insights, mortgage strategies, and real conversations about the market.