Steve Saretsky
Hosted by Steve Saretsky
A Vancouver realtor's data-driven analysis of the Canadian real estate market, with a focus on macroeconomics, systemic risk, and government policy.
A channel providing a bearish, data-heavy perspective on the Canadian housing market, particularly in Vancouver and Toronto. The content alternates between two formats: solo, direct-to-camera analyses of breaking news like the 'condo bailout,' using charts and news clips to deconstruct policy; and "The Loonie Hour," a multi-host roundtable show that interviews experts on real estate, finance, and energy, challenging mainstream narratives.
“Unlike typical real estate content, this channel combines on-the-ground realtor experience with a deep, skeptical dive into macroeconomic data and financial plumbing. It consistently questions official narratives from the government and industry bodies, focusing on topics like developer bailouts, bank exposure, and the accuracy of market data.”
Who hosts this show
Steve Saretsky is a Vancouver-based realtor, real estate investor, and founder of the Saretsky Group. He is known for his statistical analysis of the financial landscape and policies affecting Vancouver real estate. Saretsky hosts this YouTube channel for his solo analysis and is also a host of "The Loonie Hour," a Canadian macroeconomic podcast.
Credentials & credits
- Vancouver Realtor, Oakwyn Realty
- Owner, The Saretsky Group
- Real Estate Investor
- Ranked in the top 1% of Greater Vancouver Realtors
Other ventures
- The Loonie Hour (Podcast)
- The Saretsky Report (Substack newsletter)
- The Saretsky Group (Real estate advisory)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- Canada
- Region
- north america
When new episodes drop
- 01Banks & Developers Being Bailed out in Canada, what's the story?Jun 28, 2026 · 35s
- 02Housing Minister Announces The "rent to own" planJun 28, 2026 · 2 min
- 03Canada's Big Short MomentJun 27, 2026 · 25 min
- 04Carney: "The New World Order" is coming to Canada #privacyJun 27, 2026 · 24s
- 05
- 06Vancouver & Toronto Real Estate Market Update June 2026Jun 22, 2026 · 43 min
- 07Condo Bailout Coming to VancouverJun 20, 2026 · 16 min
- 08
Notable episodes
- 01Canada's Big Short Moment
A detailed solo analysis of the BC 'condo bailout,' arguing it's a systemic bailout for banks and developers, not just a housing policy. This episode exemplifies the show's core thesis.
- 02Are Canadian Tax Payers Bailing Out Developers | Oil is on the Rise - The Loonie Hour Episode 248
This episode showcases the two-part 'Loonie Hour' format, covering both the condo bailout with a real estate expert and a contrarian take on global oil markets with an energy analyst.
- 03Vancouver & Toronto Real Estate Market Update June 2026
A roundtable discussion comparing Canada's two largest housing markets, demonstrating the show's use of multiple expert perspectives and data to contrast regional trends.
What you'll be asked on this show
On "The Loonie Hour," Saretsky and his co-hosts function as a panel, guiding the conversation with guests. They often open by asking for an "on-the-ground" update before moving to broader topics. The style is probing and skeptical, directly questioning the rationale behind government policy ("If it's such a good deal, why didn't the private sector do it?") and the objectivity of major institutions. They use data points to frame questions and often close by asking for a bold prediction to elicit a high-conviction take from the guest.
The channel features two distinct formats. Steve Saretsky's solo videos are tightly-edited, data-driven monologues analyzing a specific news event. In contrast, "The Loonie Hour" episodes are long-form, multi-host panel discussions and interviews, covering a broader range of macroeconomic topics in a more conversational style.
Questions Steve Saretsky keeps coming back to
12 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Steve Saretsky reaches for it.
personal
1- Q.01
“What are you seeing on the ground in the [city] market right now?”
This is a frequent opening question to get a current, boots-on-the-ground report from a fellow professional.
money
1- Q.01
“What's your take on the headlines about a technical recession?”
Connects specific real estate trends to the broader macroeconomic picture being reported in the news.
controversy
3- Q.01
“If this government deal is so good, why hasn't the private sector already stepped in?”
This question challenges the economic rationale behind government interventions in the market.
- Q.02
“How has the ESG philosophy impacted future supply in your industry?”
Probes the supply-side consequences of a specific political or investment trend.
- Q.03
“Do you think major industry bodies like the IEA are politically captured?”
Directly questions the objectivity and potential bias of official data sources and institutions.
process
3- Q.01
“When we hear a number like [X units], how significant is that in context?”
Used to break down large figures from news reports to assess their true scale and impact.
- Q.02
“What's the timeline for getting back to normal inventory levels?”
Seeks a concrete forecast for when a market might rebalance.
- Q.03
“How do you factor a potential stock market sell-off into your price forecasts?”
Explores the correlation between the guest's specific market and the wider financial system.
future
4- Q.01
“From your perspective, is there a major opportunity in [a specific sector] right now?”
Serves as a pivot to a new topic to get a guest's high-level outlook on their area of expertise.
- Q.02
“What's your take on the long-term 'demand destruction' narrative for oil?”
He often addresses a major, often bearish, theme head-on to elicit a contrarian viewpoint.
- Q.03
“What are you expecting for the coming season, like the summer and fall?”
Asks for a short-term forecast covering the next few months.
- Q.04
“What's one bold prediction you have for the next year?”
A signature closing question designed to elicit a forward-looking, high-conviction take.
Signature segments
- · The Loonie Hour
- · Analysis of condo bailouts
- · Tracking foreclosure data
- · Promotion of his Substack reports
- · The 'Three Amigos' (Loonie Hour hosts)
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show books experts who provide data-driven, often contrarian, viewpoints on real estate, finance, and energy. Guests typically include other market analysts, real estate brokers, and specialists like energy analytics founders who can challenge consensus thinking.
- Daniel Fochon Are Canadian Tax Payers Bailing Out Developers | Oil is on the Rise - The Loonie Hour Episode 248
- Mike Rothmanon Are Canadian Tax Payers Bailing Out Developers | Oil is on the Rise - The Loonie Hour Episode 248
- John Pasalison Vancouver & Toronto Real Estate Market Update June 2026
- David LaRockon Vancouver & Toronto Real Estate Market Update June 2026
- Sam Cooperon Ottawa’s War on Privacy and Internet Freedom - w/ Sam Cooper | The Loonie Hour Episode 247
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
Sponsors include financial services and investment platforms like Neighbourhood Holdings and Seeking Alpha, targeting sophisticated Canadian investors. The host also promotes his own real estate advisory services and paid Substack newsletter.
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People also ask
- What is Steve Saretsky's profession?
- Steve Saretsky is a Vancouver-based Realtor, real estate investor, and owner of The Saretsky Group, a real estate advisory firm.
- What is the format of the show?
- The channel alternates between solo, data-driven monologues by Steve Saretsky on specific real estate news, and long-form panel discussions with co-hosts and guests on the 'The Loonie Hour' podcast.
- What is 'The Loonie Hour'?
- The Loonie Hour is a Canadian macroeconomic podcast co-hosted by Steve Saretsky that is also published on this YouTube channel. It features roundtable discussions and interviews on finance, real estate, and geopolitics.
- Is this podcast still active?
- Yes, the channel publishes multiple videos per week, including new episodes of The Loonie Hour.
- Who is this show for?
- It is primarily for Canadian real estate professionals and investors seeking a data-heavy, contrarian perspective on the market that challenges mainstream narratives.
- Where can I find Steve Saretsky's other work?
- He runs The Saretsky Group real estate team, writes 'The Saretsky Report' newsletter on Substack, and co-hosts 'The Loonie Hour' podcast.
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- [01]The Saretsky Groupsaretskygroup.com
- [02]The Loonie Hour Podcastthelooniehour.ca
- [03]The Saretsky Report | Substackstevesaretsky.substack.com
- [04]Steve Saretsky - YouTube Channelyoutube.com
- [05]Steve Saretsky PREC*, Oakwyn Realtyrew.ca
- [06]Steve Saretsky - FinNotesfinnotes.com
- [07]The Loonie Hour - Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
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