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The Last Honest Realtor

The Last Honest Realtor

Written by: Toronto Realty Group
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Welcome to The Last Honest Realtor, your exclusive, behind-the-scenes pass to the twists and turns of the Toronto real estate market. Hosted by David Fleming of Toronto Realty Group, this podcast offers an unprecedented look behind the curtain, presenting the local real estate scene with a mix of unapologetic honesty and entertaining cynicism.

David doesn’t just talk real estate—he lives it. With years of experience under his belt, he's here to share the unvarnished truth about what it really takes to buy or sell in Toronto. From the big wins to the frustrating pitfalls, get ready for a behind-the-scenes journey that promises both information and entertainment.

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or just a real estate enthusiast, David's insights will equip you with the knowledge you need to navigate the market. Expect practical advice on everything from staging and junk removal to listing and making the sale.

Tune in to The Last Honest Realtor and experience Toronto real estate like never before. Be informed, be entertained, and most importantly, be ready to see the industry through the eyes of someone who can handle any challenge the market throws his way.

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Episodes
  • Ep. 62 - Is the Worst Over? Toronto Real Estate Predictions for 2026
    Jan 13 2026

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    In the first episode of the new year, David Fleming encouragers listeners not to obsess over all the “predictions” floating around out there, but rather understand the issues, trends, hot topics, blind spots, and market vulnerabilities, which help market participants to remain alert and attentive to what’s really going on in the market. This episode dives into how market shocks like interest rate cuts, tariffs and trade wars, and economic uncertainty reshaped the market in 2025, why sales activity matters more than headline prices, and why the Toronto condo market isn’t nearly as dire as many believe (at least on the resale side).

    David also explores why the pre-construction condominium industry may be fundamentally broken, how housing affordability differs across Canada, and whether Ontario residents will increasingly look elsewhere. This episode takes an honest look at where Toronto real estate has been and where it’s likely headed next.

    In This Episode:

    02:52 – Market trajectory vs price: the real focus for 2026

    05:25 – Tariffs, uncertainty & how market shocks change buyer behaviour

    15:26 – Have we hit the sales trough? 2026 sales prediction

    17:25 – Pre-construction condos: why the model is broken

    31:23 – Resale condos: why the decline is overstated

    37:03 – Real estate across Canada & affordability comparisons

    44:15 – Net migration, affordability & why people are leaving Ontario

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    56 mins
  • Ep. 61 - From Optimism To Reality: 2025 Toronto Real Estate Market Year In Review
    Dec 16 2025

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    Everybody wants to look ahead and predict what’s coming next. But before we talk about 2026, it’s worth taking a hard look at the year that was. In this final episode of the year, David Fleming breaks down Toronto real estate in 2025 month by month, using real listings, real clients, and real outcomes to explain what actually happened beneath the headlines.

    From early optimism and rate cuts, to frozen buyer psychology, collapsing condo sales, and the unraveling of the pre-construction market, this episode offers an honest review of one of the most challenging years Toronto real estate has seen. If you want context, clarity, and perspective, this episode is for you.

    In This Episode:

    1:21 – January: Early optimism, rate cuts, and first warning signs
    6:04 – February: Prices vs. sales in a frozen market
    11:48 – March: The Trump effect and condo realities
    16:25 – April: Lowest sales on record and diverging buyer behaviour
    22:56 – May: Growing price declines and market pressure builds
    30:17 – June: Signs of normalization and selective buyer confidence
    33:46 – July: Condo struggles, strategic moves, and creative selling
    38:33 – August: Media narratives vs. real market conditions
    40:50 – September: Fall market activity and standout sales
    43:44 – October: Prices stabilize, sales fluctuate
    47:58 – November: Government policy, Bill 60, and housing promises
    50:59 – December: Final stats and key takeaways

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    57 mins
  • Ep. 60 - Unpopular Opinion: The Case to Buy an Investment Condo In Toronto In 2026
    Dec 2 2025

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    In this week’s episode, David takes on one of the most divisive questions in Toronto real estate: is the current condo market a rare buying opportunity?

    Examining the stalled pre-construction condo market, the federal government’s lack of a housing plan, the peak-to-trough decline in prices, and the math behind a real-life investment example, David makes a case for why resale condominiums are positioned for long-term upside, and why today’s declining condo market will set up the next condo boom five years from now.

    In This Episode:

    02:10 — Why Buyers Wait for the “Way Up”
    05:05 — Peak Pricing and the Pre-Con Bubble
    07:28 — From 2021 Frenzy to 2025 Stagnation
    09:11 — Absorption Rates Collapse
    11:31 — Urbanation Data & Cancellations
    17:37 — Government Housing Promises Walked Back
    24:25 — Doing the Math at Today’s Pricing

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    41 mins
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