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You asked, he answered! From how he became a TV host to whether or not Bryan Baeumler is giving him free stays at his new island resort, HGTV Canada star Scott McGillivray answers fan questions from social media.
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Scott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social Media
August 9, 2019
You asked, he answered! From how he became a TV host to whether or not Bryan Baeumler is giving him free stays at his new island resort, HGTV Canada star Scott McGillivray answers fan questions from social media.
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Host With the Most
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<strong>How did you become a TV host?</strong> <br> I was ‘discovered’ while doing construction work on one of Debbie Travis’ shows. I was speaking to some people on set about my side job of buying and renovating <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/scott-mcgillivray/photos/scott-mcgillivray-favourite-income-properties-1922899/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">income properties</a>. Someone thought it was a good idea for a show. The rest is history! <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/scott-mcgillivray/blog/scott-mcgillivray-reflects-on-his-first-day-filming-for-hgtv-canada-and-what-he-said-that-almost-cost-him-the-job-1914569/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Scott McGillivray Reflects on His First Day Filming for HGTV Canada (and What He Said That Almost Cost Him the Job)</a>Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaHost With the Most
PHOTO 1 of 12READ LESS -<strong>How did you become a TV host?</strong> <br> I was ‘discovered’ while doing construction work on one of Debbie Travis’ shows. I was speaking to some people on set about my side job of buying and renovating <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/scott-mcgillivray/photos/scott-mcgillivray-favourite-income-properties-1922899/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">income properties</a>. Someone thought it was a good idea for a show. The rest is history! <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/scott-mcgillivray/blog/scott-mcgillivray-reflects-on-his-first-day-filming-for-hgtv-canada-and-what-he-said-that-almost-cost-him-the-job-1914569/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Scott McGillivray Reflects on His First Day Filming for HGTV Canada (and What He Said That Almost Cost Him the Job)</a>Photo Credit: Scott McGillivray
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We the North
2/12We the North
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<strong>Where are you located?</strong> <br> Just north of Toronto. Although I travel so much that sometimes it feels like I live in hotels. We also have a vacation property in Florida that we visit as often as possible. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/income-required-to-own-a-home-in-canadas-hottest-real-estate-markets-1927951/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">This is the Income Required to Own a Home in Canada's 13 Hottest Real Estate Markets</a>Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaWe the North
PHOTO 2 of 12READ LESS -<strong>Where are you located?</strong> <br> Just north of Toronto. Although I travel so much that sometimes it feels like I live in hotels. We also have a vacation property in Florida that we visit as often as possible. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/income-required-to-own-a-home-in-canadas-hottest-real-estate-markets-1927951/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">This is the Income Required to Own a Home in Canada's 13 Hottest Real Estate Markets</a>Photo Credit: Getty Images
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Retirement Ready
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<strong>Do you think you will retire early?</strong> <br> Absolutely not. I love what I do and I plan to do it for as long as I possibly can. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.slice.ca/money/photos/early-retirement-surprises/#!You-Become-Healthier-Early-Retirement-Surprises" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Want to Retire Early? These 20 Things Might Surprise You Most</a>Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaRetirement Ready
PHOTO 3 of 12READ LESS -<strong>Do you think you will retire early?</strong> <br> Absolutely not. I love what I do and I plan to do it for as long as I possibly can. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.slice.ca/money/photos/early-retirement-surprises/#!You-Become-Healthier-Early-Retirement-Surprises" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Want to Retire Early? These 20 Things Might Surprise You Most</a>Photo Credit: McGillivray Group
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That is the Question
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<strong>Move or renovate?</strong> <br> It totally depends on the situation, but more often than not, I vote to <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bathrooms/photos/10-clever-ways-to-renovate-your-bathroom-on-the-cheap-1893965/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">renovate</a>.Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaThat is the Question
PHOTO 4 of 12READ LESS -<strong>Move or renovate?</strong> <br> It totally depends on the situation, but more often than not, I vote to <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bathrooms/photos/10-clever-ways-to-renovate-your-bathroom-on-the-cheap-1893965/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">renovate</a>.Photo Credit: McGillivray Group
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Flipping Frenzy
5/12Flipping Frenzy
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<strong>What is the number one thing you look for in your first flip? Location or state of the house?</strong> <br> Location. You can change just about anything when it comes to the structure of a house, but you can never change the location. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/scott-mcgillivray/photos/scott-mcgillivrays-10-most-embarrassing-looks-1918105/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Scott McGillivray's 10 Most Embarrassing Looks</a>Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaFlipping Frenzy
PHOTO 5 of 12READ LESS -<strong>What is the number one thing you look for in your first flip? Location or state of the house?</strong> <br> Location. You can change just about anything when it comes to the structure of a house, but you can never change the location. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/scott-mcgillivray/photos/scott-mcgillivrays-10-most-embarrassing-looks-1918105/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Scott McGillivray's 10 Most Embarrassing Looks</a>Photo Credit: iStock Photo/Ingrid Hendriksen
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Hot Market
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<strong>How do we buy a house in this crazy market?</strong> <br> It’s tough for sure, but there’s always a way. My recommendation is to purchase a home with an <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/scott-mcgillivray/photos/modern-and-timeless-main-floor-income-suite-makeover-1050038/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">income suite</a>. Not only can you rent it out, if you’re having trouble finding money for the purchase, you can take on an investor who can benefit from the rent and any equity being built. Just make sure you have a clear agreement in place.Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaHot Market
PHOTO 6 of 12READ LESS -<strong>How do we buy a house in this crazy market?</strong> <br> It’s tough for sure, but there’s always a way. My recommendation is to purchase a home with an <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/scott-mcgillivray/photos/modern-and-timeless-main-floor-income-suite-makeover-1050038/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">income suite</a>. Not only can you rent it out, if you’re having trouble finding money for the purchase, you can take on an investor who can benefit from the rent and any equity being built. Just make sure you have a clear agreement in place.Photo Credit: McGillivray Group
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All About That Scott
7/12All About That Scott
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<strong>When will we have a new series?</strong> <br> I’m filming a brand <a href="https://www.corusent.com/properties/vacation-house-rules/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">new show</a> right now! Stay tuned for a premiere date in spring 2020.Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaAll About That Scott
PHOTO 7 of 12READ LESS -<strong>When will we have a new series?</strong> <br> I’m filming a brand <a href="https://www.corusent.com/properties/vacation-house-rules/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">new show</a> right now! Stay tuned for a premiere date in spring 2020.Photo Credit: McGillivray Group
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Strength in Numbers
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<strong>Is <em>Home to Win</em> back for another season?</strong> <br> It sure is and we’ve got something very special planed this time. Stay tuned for <a href="https://www.corusent.com/properties/home-win-season-3/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">details</a>.Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaStrength in Numbers
PHOTO 8 of 12READ LESS -<strong>Is <em>Home to Win</em> back for another season?</strong> <br> It sure is and we’ve got something very special planed this time. Stay tuned for <a href="https://www.corusent.com/properties/home-win-season-3/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">details</a>.Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Vacation Vibes
9/12Vacation Vibes
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<strong>Is Bryan giving you freebie stays at his new resort?</strong> <br> Definitely! Granted, he might not be aware of that yet… <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/island-of-bryan/photos/island-of-bryan-revel-beauty-photos-1928817/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Island of Bryan: See How the Baeumlers Have Transformed Their Bahamian Resort</a>Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaVacation Vibes
PHOTO 9 of 12READ LESS -<strong>Is Bryan giving you freebie stays at his new resort?</strong> <br> Definitely! Granted, he might not be aware of that yet… <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/island-of-bryan/photos/island-of-bryan-revel-beauty-photos-1928817/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Island of Bryan: See How the Baeumlers Have Transformed Their Bahamian Resort</a>Photo Credit: HGTV Canada
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Colour Trends
10/12Colour Trends
10/12Photo Credit: Moving the McGillivrays
<strong>What is the latest trend in colour palettes?</strong> <br> For me, <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/masters-of-flip/photos/neutral-home-transforms-bright-colour-1896188/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">neutrals</a> will always rule. They’re better for resale value and quite frankly, I just like them. But I definitely think this year that warmer, chalkier versions of neutrals are on trend. For example, instead of the cool greys we saw a few years ago, we’re seeing warmer greys with a matte finish. That goes for whites, beiges and navies as well. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/scott-mcgillivray-favourite-design-elements-1918366/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">This or That: Scott McGillivray Selects His Favourite Design Features (You May Be Surprised!)</a>Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaColour Trends
PHOTO 10 of 12READ LESS -<strong>What is the latest trend in colour palettes?</strong> <br> For me, <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/masters-of-flip/photos/neutral-home-transforms-bright-colour-1896188/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">neutrals</a> will always rule. They’re better for resale value and quite frankly, I just like them. But I definitely think this year that warmer, chalkier versions of neutrals are on trend. For example, instead of the cool greys we saw a few years ago, we’re seeing warmer greys with a matte finish. That goes for whites, beiges and navies as well. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/scott-mcgillivray-favourite-design-elements-1918366/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">This or That: Scott McGillivray Selects His Favourite Design Features (You May Be Surprised!)</a>Photo Credit: Moving the McGillivrays
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Go for Green
11/12Go for Green
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<strong>Why are more homes not being built with solar panels, green roofs, steel frames and grey water?</strong> <br> I think there’s a lack of information and understanding. There are a lot of misconceptions out there and people assume these things are expensive and/or ineffective. I think we all have a responsibility to educate ourselves so that we can make choices that are right for our homes and <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/scott-mcgillivray/photos/scott-mcgillivray-eco-friendly-home-renovations-save-you-money-1926749/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">right for the environment</a>.Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaGo for Green
PHOTO 11 of 12READ LESS -<strong>Why are more homes not being built with solar panels, green roofs, steel frames and grey water?</strong> <br> I think there’s a lack of information and understanding. There are a lot of misconceptions out there and people assume these things are expensive and/or ineffective. I think we all have a responsibility to educate ourselves so that we can make choices that are right for our homes and <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/scott-mcgillivray/photos/scott-mcgillivray-eco-friendly-home-renovations-save-you-money-1926749/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">right for the environment</a>.Photo Credit: McGillivray Group
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Invest for Success
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<strong>If you were to invest in Ontario in 2019, where would you invest?</strong> <br> There’s a lot of opportunity in Ontario. Right now the Kitchener-Waterloo area is very hot. It’s becoming a big tech hub and the area is growing quickly. I’m also a fan of <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/home-tours/photos/how-a-19th-century-prince-edward-county-estate-embraced-sultry-1970s-design-1926243/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Prince Edward County</a>. But if you’re going to invest, do it soon. I’m not the only one who thinks it’s a hot spot!Scott McGillivrayScott McGillivray Answers Your Questions From Social MediaInvest for Success
PHOTO 12 of 12READ LESS -<strong>If you were to invest in Ontario in 2019, where would you invest?</strong> <br> There’s a lot of opportunity in Ontario. Right now the Kitchener-Waterloo area is very hot. It’s becoming a big tech hub and the area is growing quickly. I’m also a fan of <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/home-tours/photos/how-a-19th-century-prince-edward-county-estate-embraced-sultry-1970s-design-1926243/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Prince Edward County</a>. But if you’re going to invest, do it soon. I’m not the only one who thinks it’s a hot spot!Photo Credit: Getty Images
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