In this episode of The Take a Look Podcast, we’re joined by three bold, honest, and hilarious realtors from Chestnut Park who spill everything about working in one of Ontario’s hottest (and weirdest) rural markets.From COVID-era pricing disasters to Coldplay concert scandals, this one’s a mix of hard real estate truths and real-life chaos.They break down what it’s like to lose money on a sale, navigate rising luxury demand, and why no AI will ever out-hustle a local agent who knows the backroads and the buyers.📉 What happens when your $1.2M house is worth $950K now🧨 The Coldplay box affair🤝 Why “co-opetition” beats cutthroat every time📍 Why local agents matter more than ever📊 What AI can help with—and what it definitely can’tWhether you’re buying, selling, or just watching the market from the sidelines, this episode is proof: the future of real estate is personal, unpredictable, and deeply local.👇 What’s the wildest pricing disaster you’ve seen?💬 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Real Tea—raw convos that actually matter.#RealEstateTruth #PECRealEstate #ChestnutPark #RuralHousingCrisis #OntarioRealEstate #LuxuryMarket #RealTea #RealEstatePodcast #AIInHousing #ColdplayScandal #HomeSellingTips

The tea is hot—and so is the market… kind of.

In this Real Tea episode, we sit down with the Dominique Macintyre Group from eXp Realty for a raw, real, and sometimes emotional conversation about what it takes to actually sell a house right now. It’s not a seller’s market, it’s not a buyer’s market—it’s a work-for-it market.We talk burnout, bogus pricing, emotional sellers, and the power of honest marketing.

Plus: why staged homes win, how to talk a seller off the ledge, and the not-so-glamorous reality of open houses.

💥 Why 2020 prices are holding listings hostage

🎯 The hard conversations agents have to be having

📹 Why video marketing (done right) still works

🧠 What burnout looks like—and how to bounce back

📱 And yep—we get into creepy DMs and parenting in the age of social mediaReal estate isn’t just business. It’s personal.

👇 Let us know: What’s your wildest seller story?

💬 Like, comment, and subscribe for more Real Tea—uncut convos that actually matter.

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In a country as wealthy as Canada, no one should have to choose between a healthy meal and a roof over their head. Yet for many families in the Bay of Quinte and beyond, that’s the daily reality.

In this powerful episode of The Take a Look Podcast, Conservative candidate Ryan Williams joins us to talk about:

- The skyrocketing cost of living- Food insecurity in our communities

- Housing affordability

- What he believes needs to change — and fast

We dig into the policy, the personal stories, and the stakes of the 2025 federal election. Whether you’re undecided or just want to understand what’s really happening in your community, this is a conversation worth hearing

.📅 Election Day: April 28th — make your voice count.

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In this episode of The Take a Look Podcast, we sit down with Erica Charlton, the Green Party’s federal candidate for Bay of Quinte. Erica shares her background in leadership, technology, and community service, and explains what inspired her to enter the political arena.

We dive deep into the housing crisis, environmental policy, intergovernmental collaboration, and what it means to be an effective opposition voice in Parliament. Erica also reflects on the role of leadership, accountability, and why meaningful change often starts with those willing to do the uncomfortable work.

This episode continues our political series, giving local voters a chance to hear directly from the candidates shaping this election.

📍 Topics Covered:

• Housing as a human right

• Intergovernmental collaboration

• The role of opposition in democracy

• Environmental leadership and policy

• What it means to run without expecting to win

Kate Crothers isn’t your typical political candidate. She’s a mother of four, a small business owner, and a passionate voice for real change in the Bay of Quinte. In this episode, we sit down with Kate to talk about what pushed her to run in one of the most important elections of our lifetime — and why she believes we need bold leadership that puts people first.

From the housing crisis to the rising cost of living, Kate shares how her life experience has shaped her political perspective, and how the NDP’s platform aligns with what she believes this region needs most. We explore the Queen Elizabeth School redevelopment in Picton, the impact of gentrification, and why she thinks diverse, income-inclusive communities are the key to a stronger future.

In this episode:

• Kate’s journey from entrepreneur to candidate

• What affordable housing really means

• Why she believes the middle class is disappearing

• The power of community and local leadership

• What the NDP is offering Canadians this election

Don’t miss this honest, heartfelt, and deeply local conversation.

New underground city discovered under the pyramids! Well that will help the housing crisis, right? Anne joins Ryan and Darryl on the pod to take us down a Realtor Rabbit hole and shows us some exciting listings. Darryl gives us an update about what is happening at OneLook Productions; New programs like the 'Prepay & Earn' and the New Onelook Membership.

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In this episode, Ryan sits down with the McIntyre & Co Real Estate Team to talk about the unique challenges women face in the real estate industry. From breaking stereotypes to building a thriving business, we dive into the real stories behind the hustle.

🔑 What does it take to succeed in a competitive market?

💡 How do women in real estate navigate bias and expectations?

🔥 What advice do they have for the next generation of female agents?

Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts in the comments!🎧 Listen now! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the 🔔 to stay updated on all things real estate, architecture, and housing.

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Progressive Conservative Candidate Tyler Allsopp, for the Bay of Quinte riding, joins Ryan on the podcast to discuss the PC's record for housing and affordability. Ryan and Tyler talk about the housing crisis, trades shortage, health care, and much more!

Green Party Candidate Lori Borthwick, for the Bay of Quinte riding, joins Ryan on the podcast to discuss what the Green's vision for housing and affordability. Ryan and Lori talk about the housing crisis, trades shortage, alternative building materials and much more!

A snap Ontario Provincial election has been called and set for February 27. NDP Candidate Amanda Robertson, for the Bay of Quinte riding, joins Ryan on the podcast to discuss what the NDP's vision for housing and affordability. Ryan and Amanda talk about the housing crisis, trades shortage, mismanagement of funding, the recent lay -offs at Loyalist College and much more!