Learn valuable tips and tricks when it comes to buying or selling your home or just investing in real estate.
Latest episodes
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19 min
39 - The New Enhanced HST Rebate for New Homes is still confusing
The new enhanced HST rebate for new homes, is still confusing. I had a talk with Matthew Patullo, from A.P. Romano Legal Professional Corporation for more clarity. If you are looki…
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18 min
38 - Thinking of skipping a home inspection to win a deal? Watch this episode first.
In this episode of Homes & Spaces with Ema Dantas, I sit down with Matthew Patullo from A.P. Romano to expose the real pitfalls of buying a home without an inspection — and why it…
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25 min
37- New Home HST Explained. Avoid Statement of Adjustments Surprises
Buying a new home? Don’t let the fine print catch you off guard. In this interview, Matthew Patullo, Founding Partner at AP Romano Legal Professional Corporation, shares key insigh…
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22 min
36 - HST and the NEW GST and PST Rebates for First Time Home Buyers in Ontario, Canada
Premier Doug Ford announced that the Province of Ontario will be proposing a new rebate to fully remove the 8% provincial portion of the HST for first-time homebuyers on new homes…
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12 min
35 - Resort Living in Ontario – Friday Harbour & Blue Mountain Real Estate Insights
Dreaming of resort-style living in Ontario? In this video, Ema explores two of the province’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations:🌊 Friday Harbour, Innisfil – a modern resort…
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20 min
34 - State of the Current Real Estate Market - Wednesday Morning Talk
Ema talks with Grace Simon, a 25 year real estate guru, and Tracy Kambeitz, Real Estate interviewer master.The current data of the market in Ontario shows we are close to a balance…
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20 min
33 - The Connection Facebook group - an interview with the creator.
The Connection is a place dedicated to you and your needs in an ever changing world. Having an extensive and diverse background in multiple businesses, a group of Christian women c…
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8 min
Unlocking Opportunity: Buying a Power of Sale Home in Ontario
Welcome back to another episode of Homes & Spaces by Ema Dantas. Today, I want to share a personal reflection on something I’ve been observing more and more lately—Power of Sale ho…
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20 min
31 - An open conversation about real estate - as realtors -thoughts and experiences.
My guest today is Tracy Kambietz. Tracy has been a licensed Realtor in 3 provinces over the span of her 20 year career in Real Estate. She specialized in relocations in Calgary’s e…
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3 min
30-Delayed Occupancy Compensation
Delayed occupancy compensation up to a maximum of $7,500 is payable:If occupancy occurs on a date after the Firm Occupancy Date; orIf you exercised your right to terminate the purc…
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8 min
29 - Exclusive Listing versus Non-Exclusive Listing
In this episode Ema explains why Exclusive Listings Agreements do not favour the seller, and why.To put it simply, an exclusive listing agreement the seller is limiting him or hers…
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16 min
28 - How a Tiny Home Can Be Your Best Next Investment
The demand for affordable housing along with government guidance is allowing for considerable opportunity for extended living spaces and income generating opportunities for the sav…
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2 min
27 -Bill 23 in Ontario: the More Homes Built Faster Act - what is it?
Ema talks breifly of what this Act means, which includes:"This legislation ‘cuts the red tape’ associated with additional residential units within new and existing houses, as well…
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3 min
25 - Mortgage Interest Rates - Some Facts
Ema talks about facts of the current interest rates and the real estate market generally.
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3 min
24 - Vacation Properties - What To Consider
When thinking about a vacation property, it is important to be armed with the right information. Ema gives you some examples to think about.
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6 min
23 - THE IMPORTANCE OF A HOME INSPECTION BEFORE BUYING
When you purchase a home, it’s often recommended that you have a home inspection done.In fact, a typical Agreement to Purchase Form will include a standard preprinted clause with r…
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9 min
22 - Assignments an Overview. Advantages and Risks for Both Buyers and Sellers
Ema is an expert on assignment deals.In this podcast she shares the basics on assignments.With an assignment, the Seller is actually selling their interest in a property (or shall…
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12 min
22- Tittle Fraud and Identity Theft
Someone can steal your home. That is right. It's called Tittle Fraud and happens in connection with identity theft.In this episode Ema talks about it happens and gives advise on wa…
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30 min
21- A Look at an Alternative Way to Save, Invest, Finance Your Home Even - Bank On Yourself Organization
In today's episode Ema talks to her guest Saddy Ibrahim, a financial planner and member of the Bank On Yourself Organization. Saddy helps real estate investors, business owners, an…
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7 min
20 - Covid19 - How it could affect your credit
During these crazy times, your credit can be affected. Ema talks about how Covid-19 can affect your credit, what you can do to protect yourself, and where to go for more informatio…