About this podcast
The Financing Simplified Podcast helps Canadians make sense of mortgages. Hosted by Anthony Venuto, a mortgage broker at InTouch Mortgage Solutions, the show focuses on the real questions people face when buying a home, renewing a mortgage, or refinancing.
With a focus on Ontario and a Canadian perspective, Anthony explains how mortgages work, what to look for when comparing options, and which questions to ask before signing.
Whether you’re buying your first home or reviewing a mortgage you already have, you’ll find practical examples and straightforward explanations to help you decide what works for you.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 49 episodes
- Should you refinance your mortgage to pay off debt? · 13 min · Season 1 Episode 2Should you refinance your mortgage to pay off debt? This Finance Fridays episode compares the monthly payment relief with the borrowing costs, repayment timeline, and risks…
- RATE HIKE. NOW WHAT? · 9 min · Season 1 Episode 1Will the Bank of Canada’s latest rate hike increase your mortgage payment—and should you consider locking into a fixed rate? In this Finance Fridays episode, Anthony explains…
- Real Answers to Your Top Mortgage Questions | Financing Simplified Podcast · 13 min · Season 3 Episode 8n this episode of the Financing Simplified Podcast, Anthony answers some of the most frequently asked questions about mortgages and real estate. Whether you're a first-time…
- 🏠 Exploring Mortgage Options with Tariffs - Financing Simplified Podcast · 15 min · Season 3 Episode 7In this episode of Financing Simplified, Anthony dives into the latest Canadian tariff updates affecting the real estate and mortgage landscape in Ontario. 🔍 How will these…
- Building Success: Construction, Skilled Trades & Ontario’s Tariff Impact | Financing Simplified · 36 min · Season 3 Episode 6In this power-packed episode, host Anthony Venuto sits down with Nick Capasso, founder of Iron Shake Inc., to uncover the real truths about contractors and the construction…
- Young Buyers, Big Dreams: Navigating the GTA Market | Financing Simplified · 34 min · Season 3 Episode 5First-Time Homebuyers & Market Expectations | Financing Simplified Podcast Ep. 5 Welcome back to the Financing Simplified Podcast! In Episode 5, we’re sitting down with Anthony…
- Do Banks Care? Mortgage Rates, Renewals & Home Buying in Canada! · 25 min · Season 3 Episode 4📢 Welcome Back to the Finance Simplified Podcast! 🇨🇦 Join us as we break down the latest in Canadian mortgages, interest rates, and the ever-changing housing market. Hosted by…
- Real Estate Success: Must-Know Tips & Winning Strategies for Growth · 41 min · Season 3 Episode 3In this insightful episode of Financing Simplified, host Anthony Venuto of InTouch Mortgage Solutions sits down with the esteemed Frank Riga, a multi-award-winning leader in the…
- How Young Canadians Are Buying Homes & Staying Afloat in the GTA Housing Market! · 18 min · Season 3 Episode 2Welcome back to our Financing Simplified Podcast! 🇨🇦🎙️ This week, our producer Stefano and I dive into how young families are navigating the Canadian housing market and managing…
- Mortgage Tips You Can’t Miss! 🎙️ 2025 Trends & Advice for Homeowners · 15 min · Season 3 Episode 1🎙️ Welcome to the first 2025 episode of the Financing Simplified Podcast! 🎉 In this episode, we tackle some insightful questions from our producer Stefano and dive deep into…
- Mortgage Guys - Challenges, Insights, and Lessons Learned EP.39 · 32 min · Season 2 Episode 39Welcome back to another episode (#39) of our “The Financing Simplified Podcast.” This week, I sit down with Realtor and fellow mortgage agent Michael Sistilli…
- New Home Pricing and Real Estate Trends with Sara Gaggi | Financing Simplified Ep. 38 · 37 min · Season 2 Episode 38Welcome back to another episode of Financing Simplified! In this week's exciting Episode 38, we chat with Sara, a local and experienced realtor from the @gaggigroup. Join us as…
- More Bang for YOUR Buck! Why Move to Hamilton Region! #FirstTimeBuyers #Investors · 39 min · Season 2 Episode 37Welcome back to another episode of our Financing Simplified podcast! This week, we have the privilege to speak with Michael from @paoliniproperties, a local Hamilton realtor and…
- Expert Home Buying Tips from A "Real Estate Lawyer" | Financing Simplified Podcast - EP.36 · 36 min · Season 2 Episode 36Welcome back to another episode of our Financing Simplified Podcast! This week, we are thrilled to have Chandler Nichol a seasoned real estate lawyer from Caledon Law, join us…
- Let's Talk Mortgages and Rates: Canada's Real Estate Insights - EP.35 · 35 min · Season 2 Episode 35In this episode of our "Financing Simplified Podcast", we'll explore Canada's mortgages, rates, and real estate. Learn how the Bank of Canada's interest rate impacts mortgages…
- Homeownership: Strategies for Getting Approved for Your Dream Home! EP.34 · 36 min · Season 2 Episode 34Welcome to Episode 34 of the “Financing Simplified Podcast”! This week, we chatted with realtor Tony Fabiano from @fabianorealty. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies…
- EP.33 - Real Estate Shifts: Maximizing Your Home Buying Budget | Financing Simplified Podcast · 41 min · Season 2 Episode 33Welcome back to another episode of the "Financing Simplified Podcast"! This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Mike Guerra from @Guerra.team to dive into the exciting…
- The Big Short: Insights into Canada's Mortgage and Real Estate Scene - Episode 32 · 32 min · Season 2 Episode 32Welcome back to another episode of the "Financing Simplified Podcast"! This week, we're diving into the movie "The Big Short," exploring the US financial crisis and its…
- Mortgage Broker Insights in the Canadian Market with Anthony and Claudio Venuto- EP.31 · 43 min · Season 2 Episode 31Welcome back to another episode of our Financing Simplified podcast! This week, I'm joined by, Claudio Venuto Mortgage Broker @intouchmortgages, as we delve into all things…
- Spring 2024 Real Estate Market: The Impact of Bank of Canada's 2024 Rate Cuts on Housing - EP.30 · 40 min · Season 2 Episode 30Welcome back to another exciting episode of our “Financing Simplified Podcast”! This week, we're thrilled to have Anthony Conte, @anthonyconterealestate from ReMax West…
