In this episode, Adrian Trott and Ariel Kormendy dive into a lively and personal debate: buy a dream boat or invest in a short-term rental property? They explore the lifestyle appeal of boats, childhood nostalgia, and the realities of boat ownership—then pivot into the financial strategy of short-term real estate rentals in the Halton and Peel regions. It’s a candid, entertaining mix of personal stories, financial insights, and real estate tips, perfect for anyone torn between splurging and investing smart.
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0:11 – Intro
3:17 – Golf talk and ChatGPT coaching
7:21 – Boat dreams: nostalgia and lifestyle appeal
9:19 – Boat ownership realities and seasonal use
15:12 – Short-term rental strategy in Milton
19:30 – Ideal property types and price points
23:33 – Extended stay tenants and furnished rentals
25:00 – Real estate market timing and investment opinions
29:30 – Buying boats through U.S. repossession auctions
35:51 – Outro/recap
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In 2011, Ariel Kormendy and AdrianTrott formed The Kormendy Trott Team, now often referred to as KT (thanks to our logo!). The foundation of KT is built on providing unmatched value and attention to detail in everything we do. From our ever-expanding, comprehensive list of exclusive services to our expertly trained team, you will receive the highest level of care throughout your entire real estate journey.
Originally a team of two in Milton, Ontario, the KT Team has grown into a large team of exceptional REALTORS®, a client-care department, and now includes KT media, KT Commercial and KT Property Management to provide our clients with a complete lineup of genuine, professional, and proven services across Halton Region, Peel Region and the surrounding Regions within the Greater Toronto Area.
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