Let's Talk House Podcast
Let's Talk House Podcast is the information gateway for home buyers and home sellers on real estate market updates, news, mortgage news, rates, government policies related to real estate and more. We'll bring you the latest reports from organizations like National Association of Realtors®, Canadian Real Estate Association, Ontario Real Estate Association, Toronto Regional Real Estate Board, Canadian Mortgage Professionals, International Association of Home Staging Professionals and more. We'll share all the top real estate news stories and the best kept secrets every homeowner and buyer should know, so you can stay ahead of the curve and make fully informed real estate decisions. Host Lei Villar-Cisneros is the founder of HomesByLei.com and co-author of #TheSmartSeller: What To Expect When Selling A Home. She is also a real estate broker and mortgage agent licensed in the Province of Ontario and serving the Toronto and Greater Toronto Area in Canada.Get the latest real news on real estate on Let's Talk House podcast, your go-to source for all things real estate, mortgage and beyond!Don't forget to subscribe! Love what you hear? Please leave us a review! Thanks for listening!
Episodes
21 episodes
Let's Talk House Episode 20: How Canadians Are Navigating Mortgages in 2025—CMHC Survey Deep Dive
Curious about what’s really happening in Canada’s housing market? On Let’s Talk House, I break down the latest trends, real stories, and insider tips from the 2025 CMHC Mortgage Consumer Survey—so you don’t have to navigate real estate alone. W...
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Season 2025
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Episode 6
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8:30
Let's Talk House Episode 19: Toronto Condo Market Shock: What's Really Happening?
Stay ahead of the curve in Toronto's dynamic real estate market with Let's Talk House, your go-to podcast for expert insights, market trends, and actionable advice. Join us as we dive into the world of Toronto condos, homes, and neighborhoods, ...
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Season 2025
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Episode 5
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3:47
Let's Talk House Episode 18: Toronto’s Listings Bonanza: More Homes, Less FOMO, and How to Win in This Market!
Wondering what Toronto’s real estate roller coaster means for you? With new listings climbing and prices holding steady, now’s the time to get the facts. In today's episode, Lei will share what buyers need to know, how sellers can stand o...
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Season 2025
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Episode 4
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10:47
Let's Talk House Episode 17: 7 Mortgage Hacks That Could Save You Thousands in Canada
Looking to pay off your mortgage faster while keeping your lifestyle intact? In this episode of Let’s Talk House, host Lei Villar-Cisneros breaks down 7 smart, proven strategies to save thousands in interest, shorten your mortgage term...
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Season 2025
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Episode 3
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11:56
Let's Talk House Episode 16: GTA Housing April Market Shocker: Buyers and Sellers Beware!
Toronto and the GTA home sales are down 23% year-over-year! In this episode, Lei Villar-Cisneros breaks down what today’s Greater Toronto Area (GTA) real estate trends mean for buyers and sellers. Learn how to navigate high interest rates...
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Season 2025
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Episode 2
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12:32
Let's Talk House Episode 15: Why Luxury Listings Expire: The Truth Behind Unsold High-End Homes
Have you ever wondered why stunning luxury homes sometimes sit unsold on the market? In this first episode of our Expired Luxury Listing series, Lei Villar-Cisneros, GTA real estate expert, pulls back the curtain on the real reasons wh...
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Season 2025
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Episode 1
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8:11
Let's Talk House Episode 14: Understanding Bank of Canada Interest Hike, Inflation and House Affordability
Let's Talk House Episode 14: The cost of bringing down inflation is becoming challenging even for Bank of Canada as the country's economy remains strong with strong labour market demand. This resulted in a 25 basis point increase th...
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Season 2023
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Episode 14
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8:52
Let's Talk House Episode 13: Understanding the Current GTA Housing Market Trends and Their Impact on Buyers and Sellers
Let's Talk House Episode 13: Are you curious about how the current housing market will affect your buying or selling decisions? In this episode of Let's Talk House, we bring you the latest insights and trends shaping the real estate lands...
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Season 2023
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Episode 13
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7:30
Let's Talk House Episode 12: Toronto Housing Market Update April 2023 | Greater Toronto Area
Discover the latest insights and expert analysis on the Greater Toronto Area's real estate market with "Let's Talk House" podcast. Hosted by Lei Villar-Cisneros, licensed Ontario Realtor® serving the Greater Toronto Area in Canada.Join ...
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Season 2023
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Episode 12
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9:39
Let's Talk House Episode 11: Is It Worth The Risk To Buy A Home In Toronto Right Now?
In the real estate world where the housing market is constantly evolving, it can be tough to know when to buy or sell. Timing the market is a very risky move. Prices go up, interest rates go down, and it can all be a bit overwhelming. But...
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Season 2023
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Episode 11
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10:22
Let's Talk House Episode 10: The Dos and Don'ts of Buying Your First Home in the Greater Toronto Area
Are you a first-time home buyer in the Greater Toronto Area, feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to start? With rising prices, intense competition, and ever-changing market conditions, the process of buying your first home can be daunting. But...
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Season 2023
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Episode 10
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13:16
Let's Talk House Episode 9 - New First Home Savings Account For First Time Home Buyers
Welcome to the Let's Talk House Podcast episode 9, where we dive into the world of real estate and personal finance. In today's episode, we're going to talk about the latest Government's program to help first time home buyers called First Home ...
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Season 2023
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Episode 9
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7:55
Let's Talk House Episode 8 - Toronto Housing Market Update - March 2023
Let's Talk House Podcast Episode 8: You hear it and you're seeing it. The return of the bidding wars, offer dates and sale over list price. Why is this happening again? Will you be able to buy a home in this tightening market? If you're a first...
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Season 2023
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Episode 8
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9:16
Let's Talk House - Episode 7 - 6 To Die For Design Trends Buyers Love But Are They Practical?
Episode 7: These design trends are on top of buyer's list buy before you dive and get them, you might want to think twice as we talk about 6 to die for design trends that buyers love but are they practical in this episode of Let's Talk House Po...
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Season 2023
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Episode 7
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6:50
Let's Talk House - Episode 6 - First Time Home Buyer Incentive Canada
Episode 6: What is a first time home buyer incentive? How do you qualify for it? Is it worth it? We'll deep dive on the Government's First Time Home Buyer Incentive program in Canada on this episode of Let's Talk House, your go to source for al...
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Season 2023
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Episode 6
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6:58
Let's Talk House - Episode 5 - Rent-To-Own Basics
Episode 5 - The cost of renting versus owning in Canada varies significantly depending on factors such as location and property type. Affordability whether buying or renting can be a struggle for would-be owners. Can rent-to-own program b...
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Season 2023
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Episode 5
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22:15
Let's Talk House Podcast Episode 4 - Reverse Mortgage, Is This For You?
Episode 4: Did you know that almost 75% of Canadians live in debt? In fact, 1 in 6 Canadians spend way more than they can earn. Stat shows that 25% of Canadians or 1 in 4 uses personal loan to pay for groceries and gas. The high cost of living ...
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Season 2023
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Episode 4
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11:50
Let's Talk House Episode 3 - Money! Money! Money! So Many Plans, So Little Time
Episode 3: In today’s world, managing money is becoming extremely complicated. Spending options just keep on expanding – there’s Apple Wallet, one tap app, and tons of pre-approved credit cards in the mail – if I were to accept all the credit c...
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Season 2023
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Episode 3
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18:38
Let's Talk House Episode 2: You Work So Hard, So Why Don't You Pay Yourself First!
Episode 2: The advancement in Science has paved way to living longer in Canada. It is something that everybody should celebrate about. But what if you don’t have enough money to support yourself living longer? In this episode, we’ll talk about ...
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Season 2023
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Episode 2
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17:38
Let's Talk House Episode 1: Canada Housing Market Year-end Review and 2023 Predictions
Episode 1: The cost of home ownership is rising. What does it mean for homeowners and first-time home buyers when you factor in inflation. How does the housing market affects your home, budget and life?
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Season 2023
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Episode 1
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12:50
