The Whole Home Show with Tony Joe

ATS Supply discusses HydroBlok and CosyFloor, advanced products for kitchens and bathrooms.Ryan Christie, Principal atssupply.caTerry Browett, Distributor

Gurpreet Randhawa from the Sitka Law group discusses Life Estates, Wills and Trust matters and whether buyers can walk away from their deposits with ease.https://sitkalaw.ca/

Guests this week include The ProWrappers, who can wrap cabinets and walls in a multitude of colour and pattern options. Also Renovation Resources for your home and commercial renovation needs.Nick SchloendorfThe ProWrappershttps://theprowrappers.com/250-882-3419Andrew KortasRenovation Resourceshttps://www.renovationresources.ca/(250) 888-6676

Trevor Koot, Chief Executive Officer of the British Columbia Real Estate Association discusses the recent land ruling in Richmond - Cowichan tribe's established Aboriginal Title - and how it affects property owners in BC.

Gates and Gardens of Victoria's past with Martin Segger, author and architectural historian.http://www.martinsegger.com/

Members of the Victoria Seniors Business Network guest in advance of the upcoming April 22nd seminar "Promoting independence and safety in your home"Event sponsor Jordan Van de Kamp, Brica Brac Salvage https://bricabracsalvage.com/Sara Beswick, Medical Equipment specialist, Island MediquipAndre Baily, Home Elevating specialist, Island Mediquip https://islandmediquip.com/Comfort Keepers Roger Martin [email protected]

Randy Riches, Client Relations Manager at Horizon Pacific Contracting talks about new home design and build plus renovations and special projects.https://www.horizoncontracting.ca/250-380-4605

Members of the Victoria Seniors Business Network guest in advance of the upcoming April 22nd seminar "Promoting independence and safety in your home"Daralyn Wai at Orderly Affairs https://orderlyaffairs.caJim Bryant and Teresa Ostman from SeniorsNews and WellnessNews Vancouver Island https://www.wellnesshubvancouverisland.ca/Tony Joe, RE/MAX Sabre Realty Victoria www.PrimeTeam.ca

Members of the Victoria Seniors Business Network guest in advance of the upcoming April 22nd seminar "Promoting independence and safety in your home"Event sponsor Jordan Van de Kamp, Brica Brac Salvage https://bricabracsalvage.com/Colin Benesh from Earths Option https://www.earthsoption.com/Pamela Katunar, Wealth Manager -Heart Health Management Group at Raymond James https://www.heartwealth.ca/ 250-405-2455Lyn Van de Kamp, Parkwood Place Optima Living 250-519-2142 [email protected], parkwoodplaceseniors.ca

Members of the Victoria Seniors Business Network guest in advance of the upcoming seminar "Promoting independence and safety in your home"Gurpreet Randhawa from the Sitka Law Group https://sitkalaw.ca/Jill Phipps, Home Again transition services https://seniorshomeagain.ca/Jon Lewis, Ears To You https://earstoyou.ca/

Tim Wilson, The House Whisperer, helps customers save time and money on renovation projects with practical insights by assessing feasibility, solving potential problems and prioritizing projects. He’ll help you navigate the complicated process of renovating your home.https://www.timthehousewhisperer.ca/

Mortgage update with Denise Webster, plus a discussion on BC Budget updates as they related to home ownership and real estate.https://denisewebster.ca/

Show partner JP Celiz from Westland insurance discusses insurance matters for home buyers. Upcoming Home Buying Webinar information too.https://www.westlandinsurance.ca/news/insurance-guide-for-first-time-home-buyers/?region=bc

British Columbia Real Estate Association Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson returns to discuss 2025 market statistics for the Province including Victoria and Vancouver Island, providing an outlook into 2026. Also discussed is the upcoming Whole Home Show Buyer's Webinar on January 25th.https://www.bcrea.bc.ca/economics/statistical-releases/

Show partner Denise Webster discusses the home buying process including pre-approval, credit reports, why use a broker vs bank and mortgage features. Upcoming Home Buying Webinar information too.https://denisewebster.ca/

Show partner Gurpreet Randhawa from the Sitka Law Group discusses legal aspects of a purchase transaction plus will preparation and ownership agreements. https://sitkalaw.ca/

Tony Joe from The PRIME Real Estate Team, RE/MAX Sabre Realty Victoria talks about the struggles of buying a first home, market fundamentals and the value of the Real Estate professional in your transaction.www.PRIMETeam.ca

Pierre Beauvais from Silhouette Inspections gives insight and tips on the inspection process for home buyers.https://silhouetteinspections.com/

Robert Fung from the Salient Group discusses revitalizing the historic Victoria Chinatown by thoughtfully reconditioning heritage buildings, supporting annual events such as Awakening Chinatown and working on both rental and retail buildings within the downtown core.  https://www.thesalientgroup.com/https://fantanhotel.com/

Navigating the steps toward buying property in Mexico. Whether it’s investment, recreational or development properties, Guest Stephane Lecouteur at Mexico Land Ventures will help you avoid pitfalls, ask the right questions and ensure the transaction is a safe and sound.  250-217-3636https://mexicolandventures.com/

Christmas Season: Charitable Organizations in VictoriaLooking to learn more about local initiatives helping those in need? Needing to donate household or clothing items or are you looking to buy unique lightly used pieces? Consider supporting today's charitable initiatives.Beacon Community ServicesTricia Sexton-Earl, CEOhttps://beaconcs.ca/(250) 658-6407Women in Need, WIN community shopsJasmine Philip, Marketing and Communications Coordinatorhttps://www.womeninneed.ca/(250) 480-4006Victoria Women's Transition HouseSusan Howard, Development and Communication Directorhttp://www.transitionhouse.net/(250) 592-2927Times Colonist Christmas FundDave Obee, Publisherhttps://www.timescolonist.com/christmas-fund(250) 995-4430

Across the globe: Arizona and ThailandThis week we’re travelling across the globe once again. Tricia Lehane from RE/MAX Excalibur in Phoenix Arizona will be telling us about Canadians selling their properties and Marc Jurock from RE/MAX Synergy in Thailand tells us about buying an investment condo for $86,000 Canadian.Tricia Lehane 602-689-9977https://www.facebook.com/TriciaChooseAZHomesMarc Jurock https://ownthailandnow.com/[email protected]

Recertified FurnitureWhat do you do with unwanted furniture when you’re moving or downsizing? As an alternative to selling them yourself online, we’ll be talking this week with Elwyn Thom from Recertified Furniture who picks up, reconditions and buys or consigns your items for maximum valuehttps://recertifiedfurniture.ca/

Return of Cornerstone Supernatural investigators and directors Paul Busch and Janine McCaw discussing local supernatural events, along with completely normal non-ghostly reasons why a place feels haunted. https://www.cornerstonesupernatural.com/

Members of the Victoria Seniors Business Network guest in advance of the upcoming seminar "Navigating the Real Estate Landscape for Seniors"Tony Joe - The PRIME Real Estate Team at RE/MAX Sabre Realty Victoria www.primeteam.ca 250-419-7439Mark Phillips - Home Equity Bank https://www.homeequitybank.ca/Jill Phipps, Home Again transition services https://seniorshomeagain.ca/

Tony visits Cherry Bomb Toys, where the past can be revisited thru toys and collectables. A sneak preview on the upcoming grand opening of the National Toy Museum and the Ultimate Toy Fair at Pearkes Arena Sept 20 and 21.https://cherry-bomb-toys.myshopify.com/

Members of the Victoria Seniors Business Network guest in advance of the upcoming seminar "Navigating the Real Estate Landscape for Seniors"Daralyn Wai at Orderly Affairs https://orderlyaffairs.caJim Bryant and Teresa Ostman from SeniorsNews and WellnessNews Vancouver Island https://www.wellnesshubvancouverisland.ca/Gurpreet Randhawa from the Sitka Law Group discusses legal aspects of planning https://sitkalaw.ca/

Members of the Victoria Seniors Business Network guest in advance of the upcoming seminar "Navigating the Real Estate Landscape for Seniors"Lyn Van de Kamp, Parkwood Place Optima Living 250-519-2142  [email protected], parkwoodplaceseniors.caGraham Hill, Island Mediquip Victoria https://www.islandmediquip.com/Colin Benesh from Earths Option https://www.earthsoption.com/

Members of the Victoria Seniors Business Network guest in advance of the upcoming seminar "Navigating the Real Estate Landscape for Seniors"Pamela Katunar, Wealth Manager -Heart Health Management Group at Raymond James https://www.heartwealth.ca/ 250-405-2455Comfort Keepers Roger Martin [email protected] Phipps, Home Again transition services https://seniorshomeagain.ca/

Eric Findlay President of Andrew Sheret Ltd, a long-standing locally founded distributor of plumbing and heating supplies. Design trends, innovative features, consumer demands and the building and construction industry here in Greater Victoria are discussed.https://www.sheret.com/https://splashes.com/

Asif Khan, REALTOR and broker owner of RE/MAX Prime Properties Group of Companies in Ontario discusses the condo market, softening of sales and unusual high level of inventory in the Greater Toronto Area plus a discussion on recently shut down iPro Realty in Ontario, including likely changes in Regulatory oversight in the Province.

Greenfoot Energy solutions discusses heating, cooling, ventilation, insulation, service and more plus Provincial and Federal grants for system upgrades.Ryan Reine Operations Manager for Vancouver Island and James Herrera New Business Development Representative for Vancouver Islandhttps://www.greenfootenergy.ca/1-800-380-9384

Legal and Insurance update with JP Celiz and Gurpreet RandhawaWildfires, filing insurance claims, GST applicability on transactions, new home buyer GST rebate and more.https://www.westlandinsurance.ca/https://sitkalaw.ca/

Blenkinsop Community GardensLearn about the Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre with founders Lee Smith and John Espley. Lease a garden plot to grow your own produce and flowers! https://www.bgardens.ca/

Marco and Karin Pasqua from Meaningful Access discuss thoughtful design of adaptive and accessible homes. https://www.meaningfulaccess.com/https://www.marcopasqua.com/

Mortgage update with DeniseDenise Webster discusses the recent Bank of Canada rate announcement, borrower trends and the newly announced GST rebate on new home construction for first time buyers.https://denisewebster.ca/

Speaker, trainer, mentor and coach Dustan Woodhouse from Be the Better Broker talks about the mortgage brokerage industry, interest rate holds, purchases/refinances and renewals plus fees along with Denise Webster from dominion lending centers modern mortgage group.https://www.bethebetterbroker.ca/

Home systems discussion with Pierre Beauvais

Home insurance matters with JP from Westland Insurance

Westcoast container homes helps you add a room, studio or even sauna in your yard without requirement for permits in a non-permanent solution. Founder Adam Benning and Sales Manager Nancy Paine.https://westcoastcontainerhomes.ca/(250) 704-4422

Members of the Victoria Seniors Business Network guest in advance of the upcoming seminar "Navigating Community Based Resources for Seniors"Daralyn Wai at Orderly Affairs https://orderlyaffairs.caJim Bryant and Teresa Ostman from SeniorsNews and WellnessNews Vancouver Island https://www.wellnesshubvancouverisland.ca/Gurpreet Randhawa from the Sitka Law Group discusses legal aspects of planning https://sitkalaw.ca/

Guests speakers of the upcoming seminar "Navigating Community Based Resources for Seniors" describe their organization's services.Carol Turnbull- Saanich Volunteers Services Societyhttps://www.saanichvolunteers.org/Chelsea Wozniak Luther Court Community Health Centrehttps://luthercourt.org/community-health-centre/Kara Udell Oak Bay Volunteer Societyhttps://www.oakbayvolunteers.org/

Members of the Victoria Seniors Business Network guest in advance of the upcoming seminar "Navigating Community Based Resources for Seniors"Lyn Van de Kamp, Parkwood Place Optima Living 250-519-2142  [email protected], parkwoodplaceseniors.caGraham Hill, Island Mediquip Victoria https://www.islandmediquip.com/Colin Benesh from Earths Option https://www.earthsoption.com/

Members of the Victoria Seniors Business Network guest in advance of the upcoming seminar "Navigating Community Based Resources for Seniors"Pamela Katunar, Wealth Manager -Heart Health Management Group at Raymond James https://www.heartwealth.ca/ 250-405-2455Comfort Keepers Roger Martin [email protected] Phipps, Home Again transition services https://seniorshomeagain.ca/

Denise Webster from Dominion Lending Centers Modern Mortgage Group discusses mortgage brokerage: advantages over traditional banks and the brokerage as an occupation.

Pierre Beauvais from Silhouette Inspections provides an update on home inspections. Items discussed: perimeter drains, underground oil storage tanks, regular maintenance, heat pump systems and more.https://silhouetteinspections.com/

Strata depreciation reports: what they are, how they assist strata corporations and what new Provincial regulations require.Guests Michael LaPorte and Terry DowleNLD Consulting https://www.reserveadvisors.ca/

Old Guys in Real Estate:Barry Lebow, licenced 1968Ronn James, licenced 1982Experienced and well-known agents from Ontario discuss their start in the business, offering sage advice for new agents and giving some insight on real estate for consumers

Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson from the British Columbia Real Estate Association discusses the real estate outlook for coming days, including impact of US tariffs.Article here https://www.bcrea.bc.ca/economics/choose-your-own-misadventure-how-us-tariffs-could-impact-bc-housing/

Chinese New Year celebrations here in Greater Victoria. Talking household traditions over the years and an introduction to the Victoria Chinatown Museum. Guests Daniel Low and Charlayne Thornton-JoeVictoria Experience ManagerVictoria Chinatown Museumhttps://victoriachinatownmuseum.com/