Helping YOU Build Wealth through Real Estate ....Brick by Brick with Nico James-Bock
Receive insider tips, market analysis, and expert advice. from a Toronto GTHA+ Real Estate Broker AT Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty and founder of The CondoWiz™ Group, the human intelligence behind the CondoWiz™ - Toronto GTHA+. I talk facts and do a deep dive into the official stats, factors, and projects shaping the markets today, with occasional help from other industry experts.
Episodes
97 episodes
Is the Worst Over? Canada’s Year-End 2025 Housing Market Reality Check
The Canadian housing market is entering 2026 with mixed signals. National data suggests slow stabilization — while Toronto’s condo sector continues to face significant structural pressure. Rising months of inventory, delayed completions, and va...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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7:15
Fiscal Stimulus vs. Falling Prices: The Real Estate Story the Federal Budget Isn't Telling You
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Helping YOU Build Build Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty in Toronto. The govern...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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8:40
How to Stay Safe (and Sane) in a Connected World: 3 Simple Moves to Outsmart ID Thieves
Every day, we unlock dozens of digital doors — logging in, posting, banking, sharing, connecting. Behind each one sits a mix of convenience and risk. And while most of us don’t think twice before clicking “login,” the truth is: the smallest hab...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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4:35
Toronto vs Calgary: New Construction, New Strategy with guest Matthew Baker
Toronto may dominate headlines — but Calgary is quietly leading a real estate revolution. 🏙️💥In this episode of Helping You Build Wealth Through Real Estate… Brick by Brick, host Nico James-Bock, Broker with Keller Wil...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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21:03
From Correction to Confidence: What’s Really Driving the Fall 2025 Market?
After one of the sharpest corrections in Canadian housing history, signs of life are returning to the market — but this recovery looks different. In this episode, Nico James-Bock breaks down what’s really driving the Fa...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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11:48
RECO’s Info Guide EXPLAINED: What Every Ontario Buyer and Seller Needs to Know
Buying or selling a home in Ontario? Before you sign anything, there’s one essential document that protects you — the RECO Information Guide. In this short but powerful episode, I unpack what’s inside, why it matters, and how it...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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8:49
[Early] Fall 2025 Housing & Economy Snapshot: Sustainability Meets Slowdown
Canada’s economy is at a pivotal moment. Inflation has cooled below 2%, the Bank of Canada has trimmed rates to 2.5%, and yet unemployment is rising while GDP growth remains fragile. In this episode, we break down what Fall 2025 really...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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13:06
GTA Late Summer Housing Market Update: BoC Rate Cut Looms as Inventory Surges
As we move into the final weeks of summer 2025, the GTA housing market is showing major shifts that buyers, sellers, and investors can’t ignore. From a looming Bank of Canada rate cut to a surge in inventory, today’s episode breaks down the num...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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10:42
July 2025 Housing Market Stats: Positive Trends You Need to Know as Optimism Returns
The July 2025 housing market is showing signs of renewed optimism across Toronto and the GTA! 📈Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Grou...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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15:18
Fast-Track or Fail: 6 Ways Canada is Fixing The Housing Crisis
Canada’s housing crisis isn’t just a problem—it’s an emergency. With 3.5 million homes needed by 2031, the gap between what’s being built and what’s required is widening fast. In this episode, we dive deep into six game-changing strategies ...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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8:49
Avoid These Mistakes! 6 Smart H🏡use Hunting Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner
House hunting? Before you fall in love with a granite countertop or get lured by staged furniture, press play. In this episode, I break down 6 essential tips to help you find the right home and avoid costly mistakes that most buyers on...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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3:48
Stay Cool & Save Thousand$: 5 Summer Energy Tips + Ontario Rebates Explained
Well, we are in the thick of summer — my favorite season. Those who know me know that’s absolutely not true. I loathe summer. It’s my least favorite season. However, there are ways to stay cool and save thousands. In this episode, I’ll be shari...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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10:02
Unlocking Up to $63K in Savings: The New FTHB Housing Rebate & HST New Home Rebate Explained!
In this episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate, Brick by Brick, I break down the major difference between 2 of Canada’s key homebuyer incentives: the longstanding HST New Housing Rebate and the brand new GST rebate de...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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13:02
June 2025 Market Stats Reveal Strength Amid Trade Wars, Inflation & Employment Challenges
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty in Toronto. In this episode, I unpack...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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25:59
First-Time Buyer Hacks - Grants, Rebates & Hidden Incentives You Need to Know
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty in Toronto. In this new episode, I br...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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15:01
Real Estate Rebound or Reset? May 2025 Stats, Rate Hold & The Summer Ahead
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty in Toronto. In this episode I do a deep dive...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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23:45
The Property Tax Playbook: Decoding Your Bill & MPAC Assessments 🏦
This episode explains how MPAC conducts property assessments in Ontario through direct comparison methods, with a focus on residential properties and the factors influencing their value. The assessment cycle operates every four years with a pha...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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30:56
Spring Chill: Real Estate Cools, Jobs Stall & Rate Cut Looms
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Keller Williams Co-Elevation Realty in Toronto. In this episode, I dive i...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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29:23
Tariffs & Tightropes: How Global & Local Issues Are Shaping GTA Real Estate in Spring 2025
This episode is titled "Tariffs and Tightropes: How global and local issues are shaping GTA real estate in spring 2025." I outline 7 factors affecting real estate values, focusing on four: Cost of shelter (including ownership and rent), Job sec...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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21:00
Canadian Mortgages & Market Trends: Insights with Dominion Lending Centres specialist Sean Humphries
Ciao! Welcome to a new episode of Building Wealth Through Real Estate...Brick by Brick with me, Nico James-Bock, Founder of The CondoWiz™ Group and Broker at Royal LePage Signature Realty in Downtown Toronto. Today I have the pleasure of ...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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21:56
Stop The Steal: Your Fraud Awareness Action Plan
Nico here discussing various types of fraud and providing practical tips to stay safe, emphasizing the importance of skepticism, strong passwords, regular account monitoring, and staying informed about fraud trends. Ciao! Welcome to...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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12:48
A Tale of 2 Markets First Quarter 2025 Condo vs Castle (Freehold) Here's what you need to know!
Nico here providing an overview of the real estate market as it stands right now, highlighting the division between condo and freehold markets and the impact of historically low interest rates and recent interest rate changes. I also discuss th...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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17:12
Representation Series: Buyer Representation Agreement in Ontario (Form 300)
Representation Series: Buyer Representation Agreement in Ontario (Form 300)In this episode I explain the new legislation, TRESA (Trust in Real Estate Services Act), which aims to provide greater transparency in real estate transactions. ...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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12:13
Representation Series - Listing Agreement Seller Representation (MLS & Exclusive) Form 200
Representation Series - Listing Agreement Seller Representation (MLS & Exclusive) Form 200In this episode I explain the new legislation, TRESA (Trust in Real Estate Services Act), which aims to provide greater transparency in real es...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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15:41
Representation Series: Listing Agreement Landlord Representation (Form 210)
Listing Agreement Landlord Representation, a part of the Representation Agreement series.In this episode I explain the new legislation, TRESA (Trust in Real Estate Services Act), which aims to provide greater transparency in real estate ...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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14:02