Unlocking the Potential of Conversions and ADU's: An Architectural Designer's Insight

Today I have Kristen on the podcast! She is an established Architectural Designer with Jordan Station Co. based in Niagara. She is very knowledgeable about all things design and does a great job of breaking down the topic for us!  __________________________________________________

About the podcast:

Alexandra Tejeda (@teamtoronto) is a Realtor in Toronto and loves guiding investors and first time home buyers though the process of building wealth, she looks at all go her clients as investors! She is currently looking to get her first investment property as well and is passionate about real estate investing. However, she recognized a gap in the market. She is always listening to podcasts and realized that most of the people being interviewed were men - which is fine but she just wanted to promote a different perspective. Alexandra prides herself on learning daily and has really enjoyed interviewing these seasoned female investors in and around the GTA! This podcast is for both new or seasoned investors and the goal is to create a positive, powerful and female empowered investing group!

About the Guest:

Kristen is a graduate of the Architectural Technology program at Mohawk College, where she graduated in 2019 with honours. Through co-op program experience she worked in many fields but found a passion for residential design and construction. Since graduation, she has also obtained her BCIN with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing. Kristen has a strong interest in architecture and design, finding that it is the perfect match for creativity and technicality. She is from Owen Sound, but discovered an appreciation for Niagara and the surrounding areas during her time at college. Kristen is passionate about working alongside clients to achieve their vision and turn it into a reality.

00:47 Kristen’s Background

1:15 Kristen’s title at Jordan Station Design Co

1:30 Getting into this industry

1:57 Jordan Station Design Co’s Background

2:22 Their focus

2:40 Kristen’s real estate background

3:23 Scope of work for ADU’s

4:33 Best properties for conversions

5:16 Worst properties for conversions

6:48 Consulting a home buyer

7:34 Best cities for zoning

8:47 Toronto conversions 

9:20 Knowing your strategy 

9:45 Is Welland to saturated?

10:51 What is Bill 23?

12:10 Garage conversions

12:44 Detached or non-detached garages for ADU’s?

13:20 Steps for creating an ADU

14:45 Permits & length of time to obtain them

15:40 Contractor tips

16:45 Costs of an ADU

17:58 Permit horror stories

19:30 Custom homes & other projects

20:30 What is included in your projects?

22:35 Timeline & prices of custom homes

24:35 What would you recommend to new investors getting into today’s market

25:50 Are ADU’s for every investor?

26:55 Kristen’s Socials 

Socials (follow ya girl)

Insta @teamtoronto

TikTok @teamtoronto_

FB @teamtoronto

LinkedIn @Alexandratejeda

Email alexandramtejeda@gmail.com

Follow Kristen:

Insta @Jordanstationdesignco

Insta @Jsdco_investement_design

Insta @kmcnuttdesign

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