About this episode
Rents are dropping across Canada, but what does that really mean for landlords, tenants, and investors? In this episode, Steve Cecchetto and Shehri Shahzad break down the ripple effect of falling rents — from cash flow struggles to smart investment moves and the importance of having a trusted advisor in today’s shifting market.They cover why some rent segments are still strong, how investor confidence is changing, and what opportunities are emerging as mortgage rates stabilize.Whether you own, rent, or are planning to invest, this one’s packed with practical insights for navigating the rental market right now.VIDEO SECTIONS & TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro2:10 Rent prices dropping: who’s affected4:32 The cash flow crisis for investors6:11 Property values and rental income are both declining7:22 Why “cash is king” in this market8:18 The value of a trusted advisor10:08 Factoring vacancy rates and expenses12:29 Why rents are dropping (supply, expectations, immigration)14:19 Condos finishing construction flood the market19:10 Advice for landlords with long-term tenants20:51 The real cost of turnover vs. tenant retention23:15 Why this may be a great time for savvy investors25:25 Student rentals and high per-room income30:16 When to buy in a down market31:26 Outro/recapWatch on YouTube:https://youtube.com/kormendytrottListen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1pwncyet9NydbgTmx5D21kLinktree:https://linktr.ee/kormendytrottInstagram:https://instagram.com/kormendytrottYouTube:https://youtube.com/kormendytrottFacebook:https://facebook.com/kormendytrottX:https://x.com/kormendytrottLinkedIn:https://linkedin.com/company/ktrealtyTikTok:https://tiktok.com/@kormendytrottThe Kormendy Trott Team was formed in 2011 by Ariel Kormendy and Adrian Trott. Originally a team of two in Milton, Ontario, KT has grown into a full-service real estate group serving Halton Region, Peel Region, and the Greater Toronto Area.
