In Episode 177 of Boroughs & Burbs: The National Real Estate Conversation, hosts John Engel (The Engel Team) and Roberto Cabrera (Roberto Cabrera) dive into the thriving real estate markets of Western Canada. Featuring three leading experts—Randy Dyck (eXp Realty), Zahra Jiwa, and Rez Jiwa (RE/MAX)—this episode explores trends and opportunities across British Columbia, Alberta, and beyond, including luxury family properties and cross-border investor demand. Key takeaways include insights into regional buyer motivations, investment hotspots, and the effects of international demand shaping Canadian luxury real estate. The conversation is grounded in firsthand market experience—no speculation included. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPekOte-KTY YouTube Listen on Podbean: https://www.boroughsandburbs.com/1444222/episodes/boroughs-burbs-177-exploring-western-canada Related Episodes featuring Scott Hobbs or Jonathan Miller: • Boroughs & Burbs 33 || The Current Market, Talking About Real Estate with Scott Hobbs – Scott provides insight into regional trends, demand cycles, and builder strategy. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19AoCgJudT0 • Boroughs & Burbs 37 || “Super Houses” with Robert Cardello & Scott Hobbs – Scott discusses bespoke luxury home design and the design-build process. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T80CcvJQ9t4 • Boroughs & Burbs 109 || The Design‑Build Dilemma with Scott Hobbs – Scott explores the trade-offs between custom builds and development models in upscale markets. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vHBHXcRvMwg • Boroughs & Burbs 120 || NYC End of Year Market Report – Jonathan Miller shares data on New York City price trends and market forecasts. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0HihEIYkLJA • Boroughs & Burbs 159 || Election Effects on Real Estate – Jonathan Miller discusses how elections and housing policy shifts influence real estate dynamics. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oN-59Q3bXuo Keywords: Western Canada real estate, British Columbia housing market, cross-border investment Canada, Canadian luxury homes, Scott Hobbs, Jonathan Miller, Boroughs & Burbs podcast Hashtags: #WesternCanadaRealEstate #CanadianLuxuryHomes #CrossBorderInvestment #ScottHobbs #JonathanMiller #BoroughsAndBurbs #RealEstatePodcast #JohnEngel #RobertoCabrera #LuxuryMarketTrends #RegionalMarketInsights

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