Real Talk With Gary - Real Estate Investing on Steno.fm

Real Talk With Gary - Real Estate Investing

Gary Hibbert is a Full Time Real Estate Investor, Licenced Real Estate Agent, achieving various Realtor awards and an Educator. In 2008, he purchased his first investment property and through hard work and dedication, left the regiment of the corporate world to become a Full Time Entrepreneur in 2014. Gary has helped hundreds of clients with creating a wealth strategy plan through public speaking, online webinars and even has his own podcast channel dedicated to inspire and educate anyone willing to change their mindset. He continues to play an active role in his community by attending corporate, private and school events to...

Thu, April 17, 2025
The Future Of Canada: Four Faces, Four Visions
The Future Of Canada: Four Faces, Four Visions Michelle Butt holds and honours in linguistics, is a Master NLP coach, and facial intelligence expert. After studying human communication for over 15 years, and developing her facial intelligence body of works, she knows how and what drives people. She’s also the founder of Face Talk Academy, helping others coaches, healers and leaders to see their own faces and the faces of others as the blueprint for success. Today we chat about What is facial intelligence; How can it be applied in business and personal relationships; We dive in and examine via pictures the features of Maxime Bernier, Pierre Poilievre, Mark Carney and Jagmeet Singh to check for trustworthiness and and who would make the best leader, and MORE…this is a MUST LISTEN if you are curious about how facial features can tell you more than what they are saying! Contact Michelle Web: http://MichelleButt.com Insta: Face Value This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgage Select - https://bmselect.ca Better Mortgages Select Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" email: info@bettermortgageselect.ca Please a leave a review, as it helps Gary understand if he’s bringing on the right guests that you want to hear from! To learn more about Gary’s mentorship program, visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, April 03, 2025
From Corporate to Entrepreneur: What Does it Take to Succeed - Sibtain & Insiyah Panju
From Corporate to Entrepreneur: What Does it Take to Succeed - Sibtain & Insiyah Panju Sibtain Panju and Insiyah Panju are spouses and coworkers! They are cofounders of Pragma Inc. and Expand Weather Real Estate Trust. Their goals are to help investors add value to multi family properties. Their portfolio grew to 8 figures in 3 years! We chat about moving from the corporate world to being entrepreneurs; a real estate strategy that they are using RIGHT NOW that works; their thoughts on the pre-construction market, should you buy now or wait; can you or should you partner with friends and family on RE deals; the purpose and power of mindset; how you manage your day and time as an entrepreneur; whiteboard your way to success; and MORE…this is a MUST LISTEN if you want to grow or start your portfolio! Contact Pragma Insta: Pragma Property This episode proudly sponsored by Our Neighbourhood Realty - ONRI.ca Realtors, are you looking for a brokerage that truly supports your growth? At Our Neighbourhood Realty, we offer training programs created by experienced agents to help you succeed. Our 'Pathfinder Course' is designed to guide you through the real estate landscape, giving you the tools and knowledge to excel. We also host events featuring top industry experts to ensure you stay ahead in this competitive market. Join a community that values mentorship, innovation, and your success. Visit ONRI.ca to learn more and become part of our team today! Please a leave a review, as it helps Gary understand if he’s bringing on the right guests that you want to hear from! To learn more about Gary’s mentorship program, visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, March 20, 2025
Grass Roots Fund Raising: The Art of the Deal - Mathew Frederick
Grass Roots Fund Raising: The Art of the Deal - Mathew Frederick Previous guest Mathew Frederick (EP 107, 127) joins me again to teach new investors how to look for funding to scale your portfolio massively! Mathew has mentored me and my team, but today teaches you the percentage to allocate to the 5 things you need to know to be successful in your grass roots fundraising. For new investors or people considering investing in real estate, this is a MUST! Plus I share a few quotes to get you motivated this week! Contact Mathew Web: https://www.rccsol.com Insta: @rccsol.investor This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Please a leave a review, as it helps Gary understand if he’s bringing on the right guests that you want to hear from! WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, March 06, 2025
Wholesaling Blueprint: Start or Scale Your Real Estate Business - Thia Velinor
Wholesaling Blueprint: Start or Scale Your Real Estate Business - Thia Velinor Previous guest Thia Velinor (Ep. 136) joins me again to catch up with her wholesaling business, and what other projects she’s working on. This is a major player in the wholesaling market and owner of Velinor Properties Inc. A single mom, she’s faced some tremendous obstacles in her life, but always knew she wanted and could have more. She gives advice on how to start your real estate journey for someone with 0 experience; what are some of the common mistakes; how to build a team and who should be on it, and how it lets you focus on what you’re good at; finding deals; how to create partnerships; CRM and other tools; and much more…this is a MUST LISTEN! Contact Thia FB: https://www.realestatewealthlab.com/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thiavelinor/ This episode proudly sponsored by To learn more about Gary’s mentorship program, visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, February 20, 2025
What It Takes To Become a Top Performer - Jas Takhar
What It Takes To Become a Top Performer - Jas Takhar This is part 2 of our conversation with Jas, a Toronto native and trailblazing entrepreneur, and the force behind FTGU - From The Ground Up Academy. He empowers professionals with game-changing training, and is the host of the Jas Takhar podcast. We dive into Traits of top performers; how to manage and leverage your CRM effectively; what’s more important - mindset or a good CRM?; downsizing and living a frugal life; content creation; topics to talk about and how often to post; why just posting content is the way to overcome fearand MUCH more! Contact Jas Instagram: @jastakhar13 This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Find them at: https://www.rentpanda.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, February 06, 2025
You Are Enough - Jas Takhar
You Are Enough - Jas Takhar This is part 1 of our conversation with Jas, a Toronto native and trailblazing entrepreneur, and the force behind FTGU - From The Ground Up Academy. He empowers professionals with game-changing training, and is the host of the Jas Takhar podcast. We dive into mindset; how we have a shared experience in seeing Tony Robbins; the fear of judgment and how to overcome it; how to be a great event and podcast host; how to treat your employees; how to manage and leverage your CRM effectively; and MUCH more! Contact Jas Instagram: @jastakhar13 This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgage Select - https://bmselect.ca Better Mortgages Select Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" email: info@bettermortgageselect.ca Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, January 23, 2025
Renovations, Rent Controls & Essential Tools for Landlords - Kayla Andrade
Renovations, Rent Controls & Essential Tools for Landlords - Kayla Andrade This is part 2 of our conversation with Kayla, chatting about rent control and whether it’s effective and what are other provinces doing; what is a renoviction and how are they being handled; we chat about tools that some landlords are using such as Front Lobby, Openroom, LandlordEzy; lease agreements, and MUCH more! Contact Kayla Facebook Page: OntarioLandlordsWatch Facebook Group: 818378618219840 Instagram: ontlandlordswatch Some of the tools that Kayla talks about are: Openroom.ca Landlordezy Rent Zen This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Find them at: https://www.rentpanda.ca Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Fri, January 10, 2025
Cutting The Red Tape: Top Challenges Landlords Are Facing Today - Kayla Andrade
Cutting The Red Tape: Top Challenges Landlords Are Facing Today - Kayla Andrade At the beginning of the year my wife and I plan our goals for the year, and we’ve been doing this since 2009. I’m doing something different with the intro at the start of the year. A couple things I do which you can try is call clients or business partners while driving, and listen to podcasts. I also share the top 10 tips that had a huge influence on my life in 2024. Then we get into the conversation with Kayla, chatting about the LTB - the Landlord and Tenant Board. Is it working for us, are changes required, how are landlord and tenant issues handled elsewhere, and is the government planning changes to the LTB soon and MUCH more! Contact Kayla Facebook Page: OntarioLandlordsWatch Facebook Group: 818378618219840 Instagram: ontlandlordswatch This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, December 19, 2024
2025 Predictions From Canada’s Top Mortgage Broker - Dave Butler
2025 Predictions From Canada’s Top Mortgage Broker - Dave Butler Canada’s #1 rated mortgage broker from 2017 - 2021, frequent radio guest Dave Butler from Better Mortgage Select joins me in studio. Dave’s companies have handled over 26,000 mortgage loans and $9.6 Billion involved, so he’s qualified to talk about the many new changes coming; Government announcements including the cut to the HST, and will it drive and fuel higher inflation again, and lead to smaller rate hikes or a pause; the recent reduction in immigration and the impact on the marketplace; whether or not you should be going fixed or variable rate for your mortgage; where he thinks interest rates will go in 2025; and what Dave has in store for the various businesses that he’s got going on; and MUCH more! This is part 2 of a 2 part hour-long conversation with Dave. Contact: Web: http://DaveButler.ca This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, December 05, 2024
Mortgage Market Update From Canada's Top Broker - Dave Butler
Mortgage Market Update From Canada's Top Broker - Dave Butler Canada’s #1 rated mortgage broker from 2017 - 2021, frequent radio guest Dave Butler from Better Mortgage Select joins me in studio. Dave’s companies have handled over 26,000 mortgage loans and $9.6 Billion involved, so he’s qualified to talk about the many new changes coming to mortgage rule changes; the new mortgage changes in January 2025, and a recent market update, including rates and amortization periods, and MUCH more! This is part 1 of a 2 part hour-long conversation with Dave. Contact: Web: http://DaveButler.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, November 21, 2024
Bank on Yourself: How Infinite Banking Is Changing Wealth In Canada - Darren Mitchell
Bank on Yourself: How Infinite Banking Is Changing Wealth In Canada - Darren Mitchell Darren Mitchell, entrepreneur, real estate investor, financial educator and founder of Control & Compound Financial joins me in studio to discuss his 20 years of experience helping investors and business owners explore the possibilities and potential of Infinite Banking. Traditional financial advice sometimes favours the institutions so Darren switched his focus on wealth building that actually works, both from a capital standpoint as well as tax advantages. Through his book, podcast and seminars Darren teaches the secrets that the wealthy use to reach their goals so much faster, and MUCH more! Contact: Web: http://controlandcompound.com Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, November 07, 2024
Advocating For a Fair Rental Market For Small Landlords w/Kevin Costain EP 274
Advocating For a Fair Rental Market For Small Landlords w/Kevin Costain EP 274 Kevin Costain from SOLO (Small Ownership Landlords of Ontario) joins me on today’s podcast to discuss all the challenges small landlords face with rent control, LTB issues and MORE. Kevin has a background in technology, is a small landlord, a small business owner for 20 years and currently sits on the board of SOLO but will be chairman in 2025. SOLO educates and assists small landlords navigate all the unique challenges that being an investor bring, and also helps new Canadian investors with webinars, a busy Facebook presence and in person events. He dishes on his personal experience as a landlord; what is the current wait time at the LTB; are big changes coming to the LTB process; are in person hearings coming back; and a review of headlines that have affected small landlords, and MUCH more! Contact: Web: http://solo.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, October 24, 2024
Scaling A Portfolio Through Strategic Renovation & Refinance w/Cory Matthews EP 273
Scaling A Portfolio Through Strategic Renovation & Refinance w/Cory Matthews EP 273 Cory Matthews joins me today in studio. He’s a realtor and investor in the Niagara region, and he focuses on finding deals, fixing them up using a very conservative strategy; why he started his real estate journey; the DIY strategy vs. Subbing out the work; working with his partner, and how he divides the work up; what type of interest rate he goes with exclusively; what LTV he prefers not to go higher than; a market update; and MUCH more! Contact: Insta: corymatthewsrealtor This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, October 10, 2024
The Real Truth About The Impact Of High Interest Rates w/Leo & Jacqueline Francis EP 272
The Real Truth About The Impact Of High Interest Rates w/Leo & Jacqueline Francis EP 272 Leo & Jacqueline Francis are the owners of Francis Five Properties. Jacqueline is a certified self image coach, helping others escape limiting beliefs, and Leo has a dump truck company. They started these before becoming investors, and we chat about transitioning to their real estate journey from 9-5; the stress of holding properties as the interest rates climbed; how they leveraged private money for deals; the unique challenge of working with your spouse; how they are repositioning their businesses for the future; and details on an upcoming Kawarthas couples dream retreat, sharing information about how to work with your spouse and many other topics; and MUCH more! Contact: Insta: francisfiveproperties Insta: iecjacqueline FB: LGFrancis This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, September 26, 2024
Financial Management For Real Estate Investors w/Stefanie Beharry EP 271
Financial Management For Real Estate Investors w/Stefanie Beharry EP 271 Stefanie Beharry, a seasoned RE investor who also has a strong background in corporate finance joins Quinton Cordick and I in studio to talk all things finance, self employment, and managing your own finances. Having kids made her want self employment for the scalability, the time freedom and never retiring from a ‘job’ she loved. How did she make the transition; What is a fractional CFO; How to manage your finances as a RE investor; The continuous mistakes she sees investors making in today’s market; The main pain point for investors managing their own finances - Should you sell, how she can help you run the numbers to potentially increase cash flow and potentially lower expenses, and MUCH more! Contact: https://reifinance.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Find them at: https://www.rentpanda.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, September 12, 2024
Are Tax Changes Crushing Small Business & RE Investors w/Fabio Campanella #270
Are Tax Changes Crushing Small Business & RE Investors w/Fabio Campanella #270 Fabio Campanella from the Campanella Group, my personal accountant since Day 1 of my investment journey is back on the show to talk about tax changes made by the Liberal government, that have had a significant effect on not only for small businesses, but the middle class; we dive deep into the capital gains tax, and what exactly is being taxed - small businesses, real estate, stocks, etc; the difference between personal and corporate taxation; the difference between your primary residence and your secondary residence such as a cottage; the UHT - Underused Housing Tax; why estate planning and life insurance are more important than ever; and MORE! And I share a tip to improve your own earning power! Contact: Web: https://campanellagroup.com/about/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/fab.campanella/ his episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, August 29, 2024
The Microcosm of the Mind w/Gail Sauer #269
The Microcosm of the Mind w/Gail Sauer #269 Gail Sauer, naturopathic doctor, founder and director of Silver Spruce Naturopathic and lifelong learner joins me to probe the mind - the effects of the pandemic; what social media is doing temporarily and permanently to our minds, with infinite scrolling and comparing ourselves to others; anxiety, depression - their differences and some of the causes, and some of the solutions by changing your mindset to be able to successfully process information without comparing ourselves to others; and MORE! Contact: https://silverspruce.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgage Select - https://bmselect.ca Better Mortgages Select Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" email: info@bettermortgageselect.ca Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Wed, August 14, 2024
Transforming A Single Family Home Into 4 units w/Victoria Suen & Michelle Miranda #268
Transforming A Single Family Home Into 4 units w/Victoria Suen & Michelle Miranda #268 Victoria is the founder of Build X Design, an architect studio specializing in densification, based in Toronto, and she purchased her first investment property at age 19; and Michelle who was looking to create generational wealth along with her husband, began investing during the pandemic, picking up 2 off-market properties, one in Peterborough and one in Toronto, which has almost been turned into a 4 unit home. We chat why Michelle decided to move into the Toronto market; what was it like working with the city; some of the mistakes they made as well as the timeline to complete this reno; and some of the final numbers, costs for the renovation as well as rents they are getting for the units; and MORE! Contact: Victoria: https://www.instagram.com/buildxlab or http://buildxdesign.ca Michelle: https://www.instagram.com/mydesigndiaries/ This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, August 01, 2024
Tax Implications of Pre-Construction Assignment Sales w/Fabio Campanella #267
Tax Implications of Pre-Construction Assignment Sales w/Fabio Campanella #267 Fabio Campanella from the Campanella Group, Gary’s personal accountant since Day 1 of his investment journey is back on the show to talk about taxation on pre-construction condos. Is taxation different if you move in vs rent out your condo? What rebates are currently available; what is the anti-flipping law and why you should be aware of it; what is an assignment sale and do all condos allow this; why some investors interested in condos purchased multiple units but not planning to move in and flip a few are now stuck with below-market condos after the prices dropped, and how can you get out of that; and MORE! Contact: Web: https://campanellagroup.com/about/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/fab.campanella/ This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Tags: #realestateincanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #geographicfreedom, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #belief, #explicit, #trending, #condos, #purpose, #mindset, #assignmentsales, #success, #preconstruction
Thu, July 18, 2024
How To Become A Social Media Influencer w/Jayden Kennedy #266
How To Become A Social Media Influencer w/Jayden Kennedy #266 Jayden Kennedy, real estate broker, former pro athlete, community volunteer and passionate financial literacy advocate joins me in studio to chat about how she got into real estate; overcoming the fear of the camera to succeed in social media; building her audience on Insta, and tips that can help you use social media more effectively; How to create a 6-figure income from social media; how she comes up with content ideas and what to share; emerging trends in social media and MORE! Contact: Insta: jaydenkennedyrealestate This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Find them at: https://www.rentpanda.ca Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert Tags: #realestateincanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #geographicfreedom, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #belief, #explicit, # trending , #marketupdate, #purpose, #mindset, # socialmedia , #success, #financialliteracy
Thu, July 11, 2024
The Rules Are Always Changing. It’s How You Play The Game w/Alfonso Cuadra #265
The Rules Are Always Changing. It’s How You Play The Game w/Alfonso Cuadra # 265 Alfonso Cuadra, founder of Wealth Genius, founder of Cuadra Youth Foundation, coach, mentor, trainer and a 24-year investor with a multi-million dollar portfolio drops back into the studio to talk about mindset; financial literacy for youth and adults; what is wealth genius and future plans for it; where he thinks the market is going; mistakes investors have made in recent years; HIS personal rules for investing; and MORE! Contact: Websites : www.AlfonsoCuadra.com & www.wealthgenius.ai This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Tags: #realestateincanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #geographicfreedom, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #belief, #explicit, #housingcrisis, #marketupdate , #purpose, #mindset, # wealthgenius , #success, # financialliteracy
Thu, June 27, 2024
Real Estate Trends & Affordability Concerns With TRREB w/Jennifer Pearce #264
Real Estate Trends & Affordability Concerns With TRREB w/Jennifer Pearce #264 Jennifer Pearce, President of the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) and broker/owner of Re/Max Rouge River since 2000, joins me in studio to talk about current trends in the market; prices within the GTA; what are the growing areas within the GTA; what are some of the factors contributing to the affordability crisis; what is TRREB doing to help address these issues currently and for the future; what are some of the changes that are happening now and will they address future concerns; what is the future for the MLS system; future technologies and MORE! Contact: President@TRREB.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Wed, June 19, 2024
Insights From a Contractor Turned Investor: RE Strategies Working Today w/Jeff Lee #263
Insights From a Contractor Turned Investor: RE Strategies Working Today w/Jeff Lee #263 Jeff Lee of Complete Contracting Solutions, an investor-focused renovation company, with 20+ years in the contracting industry and personal experience as a real estate investor joins me and Christopher Hummell in studio to discuss what’s working in real estate right now - student rentals, duplex conversions, ADU or garden suites, flipping etc. I also ask Jeff if he was putting his money into something right now, what would it be, and what’s in store for the future. Jeff also talks about the importance of cash flow, or he doesn’t do a deal; how to work with towns and cities to get things done properly; the importance of checking for open permits BEFORE you buy; how has the market shift impacted his business; the difference between the building codes and bylaws; the biggest mistakes he sees investors making, and MORE! Contact: https://completecontractingsolutions.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgage Select - https://bmselect.ca Better Mortgages Select Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" email: info@bettermortgageselect.ca Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, June 13, 2024
Bankruptcies On The Rise: How To Handle Your High Debts w/Wesley Cowan #262
Bankruptcies On The Rise: How To Handle Your High Debts w/Wesley Cowan #262 Wesley Cowan, Senior VP, partner Licensed Insolvency Trustee at MNP joins me to talk about what’s happening out there with people overextending themselves and carrying more debt then ever before and the number of people declaring bankruptcy; mortgages becoming unaffordable; the difference between a consumer proposal and bankruptcy, and the other tools Wes uses before bankruptcy; how bankruptcy differs when you are married; how long does the bankruptcy last; can you rebuild your credit during a proposal or bankruptcy, and some ways to do this; and MORE! Contact: MNPdebt.ca This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Wed, June 05, 2024
Staging for Success: Navigating the Entrepreneurial Journey w/Farah Singh #261
Staging for Success: Navigating the Entrepreneurial Journey w/Farah Singh #261 Farah Singh is a former journalist and meteorologist, and is the owner of Alt Interiors. After designing her own house, her natural design sense lead her to start her own business, which has grown to 12 staff in 8 years. Together, they’ve staged 1000’s of properties, helping sellers get anywhere from $10,000 to $200,000 extra above asking. She sees staging as an investment, not a cost or an expense. We discuss leaving her full time job; the steps taken to get there; some of the challenges; how hard was it to establish a different daily routine; what does the staging process look like, and is it different in a vacant property vs. one being lived in; what are the common misconceptions about staging; how she keeps her team motivate on her vision; how she survived the market when it slowed down; and MORE! Contact: Https://altinteriors.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, May 30, 2024
The Transformative Power of Storytelling w/Matt Lionetti #260
The Transformative Power of Storytelling w/Matt Lionetti #260 Matt Lionetti, a real estate agent with Real and content creator whose funny, clever and sometimes polarizing content and unconventional approach has earned him thousands of viral views. It’s also landed him onstage alongside thought leaders like Gary Vee and Ryan Serhant. We dive into his early lack of success in real estate that had him thinking of leaving the career. He was told not to be funny in his videos but this comedy approach led him to massive views and massive success, with his first video leading to his first sale in SIX HOURS! Also, the art of storytelling; how he overcame his shyness in front of the camera; how he was able to scale and leverage Instagram to create more successful videos; the deals he was able to land because of the videos; how agent referrals through instagram drive his success; what agents can be doing in this market, and MORE! Contact: https://www.instagram.com/matt.lionetti This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, May 23, 2024
Fighting Back Against the War on Landlords w/Weiting Bollu #259
Fighting Back Against the War on Landlords w/Weiting Bollu #259 Weiting Bollu, co-founder of Openroom.ca began her investment journey with a very costly lesson by losing $35,000 due to a bad tenant, and while this is becoming more of a common theme, things are changing. Openroom is the platform and website she and her husband created to help others avoid certain tenants, and create a transparent rental ecosystem. We discuss exactly what Openroom is; how it works; who uses it; how many visitors it gets each month; what are the common misconceptions; what are the problems she’s encountering; and what she is building for the future, and MORE! Contact: Weiting Bollu, Co-Founder Web: www.openroom.ca Insta: @Openroomhq TikTok: @openroomhq Learn: RHP Training Program This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert Tags: #realestateincanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #geographicfreedom, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #belief, #explicit, buildingateam, #mortgages, #purpose, #mindset, #landlords, #success, #landlordtenantboard
Thu, May 16, 2024
The Blueprint for Realtor Success w/Melissa Flynn #258
The Blueprint for Realtor Success w/Melissa Flynn #258 Public speaker and award winning real estate agent Melissa Flynn was the top agent in ONR for 2023, for the number of transactions. I dig deep to discover how she’s reached this level of success, and we talk about the mistakes that she learned from, and all the habits that help her create and elevate her success. We chat about how to build a team around you with different skill sets, and why you eventually can’t do everything on your own; why referrals are her number 1 source of new clients; how she has benefited from personal coaching and mentoring, and how she’s passing that on to her team; how she hires team members; the things she does weekly with her team to keep them motivated, and MORE! Contact: Web: http://MelissaFlynn.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgage Select - https://bmselect.ca Better Mortgages Select Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" email: info@bettermortgageselect.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, May 09, 2024
Empowering Investors to Invest with Confidence w/Elizabeth Kelly #257
Empowering Investors to Invest with Confidence w/Elizabeth Kelly #257 Elizabeth Kelly was one of the top trainers for Rich Dad Poor Dad Canada for 8 years, helping 1000’s of investors begin their real estate journey. Investing since 2005, she’s open, honest and shares all the mistakes she’s made over the years. We chat about her desire to help others by coaching; how to have 1 or more side hustles and when is the right time to leave your primary job FOR a side hustle; why did so many coaches disappear in the last 4 years; the market; the new renters bill of rights; what’s up with immigration; is rent to own coming back; mistakes to avoid when scaling your business; what are your exit strategies if one or more of your properties is negative cash flowing…and MORE! Contact: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethKellyREI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethkellyconsulting/ This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, May 02, 2024
Is The Housing Market Leaving The Next Generation Behind w/Todd Slater #256
Is The Housing Market Leaving The Next Generation Behind w/Todd Slater #256 Today, I’m joined by Todd Slater, broadcasting not from a studio, but from his impressive workspace. Todd, in addition to hosting a fantastic radio show on 1010 airing Sundays, is the CEO of Simple Investor, a real estate group. With over two decades of experience, Todd founded his company to streamline real estate investment, relieving investors of the headaches of tenant management. In our conversation, we delve into pressing topics like the current housing crisis, analyzing its root causes and potential solutions. We also explore Todd’s insights on fluctuating interest rates and whether families can still enter the housing market amidst these challenges. We touch on issues like struggling school systems and their impact on communities, pondering whether they’re the result of systemic flaws or intentional design. Todd shares his investment strategies and the mindset necessary for building a successful business like his. Contact: Web: http://TheSimpleInvestor.com This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Find them at: https://www.rentpanda.ca Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Tags:
Wed, April 24, 2024
ChatGPT, The Future Of Real Estate & Political Divides Pt 2 w/Sandy & Kate MacKay #255
ChatGPT, The Future Of Real Estate & Political Divides Pt 2 w/Sandy & Kate MacKay #255 Sandy & Kate MacKay are in the studio with me for the second part of a two-part series, where we delve into their strategies for leveraging and priming ChatGPT, navigating risks as real estate investors, assessing the potential impact of the Federal Renters’ Bill of Rights, making market predictions, and much more! If you're starting small with aspirations of achieving big things, this is the podcast you won't want to miss, so be sure to tune in! Contact: Instagram Kate @itskatemackay Email kate@foundspaces.ca Instagram Sandy @itssandymackay Email sandy@freedomreps.com This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, April 18, 2024
Starting Small, Building Big: The Journey w/Sandy & Kate MacKay #254
Starting Small, Building Big: The Journey w/Sandy & Kate MacKay #254 Sandy & Kate MacKay join me in studio for part 1 of a 2 part series to discuss our humble beginnings, they were only able to wholesale as they had $0, and I was trying to figure out our investment club, and we made a ton of mistakes. They have a large portfolio, plus Sandy is a realtor and operating partner at Keller Williams. They also have a property management company, and Kate heads up Found Spaces. In this episode, we chat about their beginnings in wholesaling, the importance of having a database, the companies they’ve built, and the failures, how to work with your spouse, plus MUCH MORE! If you starting small with dreams of building big, THIS is the podcast for you so TUNE IN! Contact: Instagram Kate @itskatemackay Email kate@foundspaces.ca Instagram Sandy @itssandymackay Email sandy@freedomreps.com This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, April 11, 2024
Scaling Your Business: From Chaos To Order w/Adriana Ostapenko #253
Scaling Your Business: From Chaos To Order w/Adriana Ostapenko #253 Adriana Ostapenko is living proof that you can start with little and build your own empire. We dive in to how she’s built her empire in the multi-family space; the ‘purchase plus’ improvement strategy; The MLI Select CMHC product that she’s taken advantage of; Where’s she’s investing; HOW to scale successfully, plus MUCH MORE! If you are curious about U.S. Investing, and how the environment is more friendly to landlords, THIS is the podcast for you so TUNE IN! Contact: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/adriana.ostapenko/ This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgages Select Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" email: info@bettermortgageselect.ca Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, April 04, 2024
U.S. Real Estate Investing For Canadians: A Gateway To Growth w/Nate Atkins & Neil D’Souza #252
U.S. Real Estate Investing For Canadians: A Gateway To Growth w/Nate Atkins & Neil D’Souza #252 Nate Akins is a successful 20-year asset and property manager, and Neil D’Souza is a successful mortgage broker, and parter with Gary in Deep Pockets. We discuss a new partner venture with us plus Thomas Lorini about getting started in investing in real estate in the US. Why now, why the US and more specifically why Cleveland Ohio? We discuss the legal requirements for Canadians wanting to invest; why you should use ax experienced team; how do you setup your business using a GP/LP and how that works; can you use your RSPs for down payments; what are the landlord/tenant rules down south and how radically they differ from Ontario and Canada; strategies to get IN and exit strategies to get OUT if needed, plus MUCH MORE! If you are curious about U.S. Investing, and how the environment is more friendly to landlords, THIS is the podcast for you so TUNE IN! Contact: Instagram Neil https://www.instagram.com/neilmortgages/ Instagram Nate https://www.instagram.com/nate.atkin/ This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, March 21, 2024
How Can Spouses Successfully Build a Business Together w/ Lena Guirguis #250
How Can Spouses Successfully Build a Business Together w/ Lena Guirguis #250 Lena Guirguis is an investor since the age of 21, asset management specialist, mom, wife and has co-founded many successful ventures. How DOES she do it all, and how HAS she done it all? She works with husband, so we look at what it takes to make it work; how opposites attract and how that is GREAT for working with your spouse; what is Stilettos and Hammers; how she’s cash flowing in Cleveland; why she’s created a co-working space and has plans to syndicate it; work/life balance, plus MUCH MORE! If you are thinking about investing or maybe trying some new strategies, THIS is the podcast for you so TUNE IN! Contact: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lenaguirguis This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, March 14, 2024
Mistakes Made in a HOT Market w/ Dave Butler #249
Mistakes Made in a HOT Market w/ Dave Butler #249 Dave Butler who is an entrepreneur, mortgage agent and good friend joins me in studio to discuss everything mortgage - what’s happening in the market; what are some of the new programs to help homebuyers and investors; 1st & 2nd mortgages and promissory notes in the news; how to protect yourself; understanding loan to value; the dangers of being over-leveraged; are interest rate cuts coming this year; and what is Dave 100, plus MUCH MORE! If you have questions about mortgages, qualifying, down payments, TUNE IN! Contact: DaveButler.ca This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, March 07, 2024
Power Of Sale; Closing Disputes & Using VTBs w/Allison McMurter #248
Power Of Sale; Closing Disputes & Using VTBs w/Allison McMurter #248 Allison McMurter, part of the trusted legal team of McMurter & Associates joins me and Quinton Cordick in studio to get the down low on Foreclosures & power of sale how they are different; Are appraisals coming in at what’s needed these days; What else is going on in the market; Different disputes on closing or after; Permit searches before closing; Financing and Vendor Take Backs (VTBs) and MUCH MORE! If you have legal questions or questions about mortgages and qualifying, TUNE IN! Contact: McMurter & Associates This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, February 29, 2024
Strategies for Self-Employed Canadians: Making the Most of Your Mortgage w/Denise & Nicolee #247
#247: Denise & Nicolee - Strategies for Self-Employed Canadians: Making the Most of Your Mortgage Denise Laframboise & Nicolee Evans are experienced mortgage agents from LaframboiseMortgage.ca , and join me in studio to talk mortgages, especially as a self employed person and why they have difficulty getting qualified; rates; why rates are not always what to focus on; starter homes; house hacking; creative financing and MUCH MORE! IIf you have questions about mortgages and qualifying, TUNE IN! Contact: http://LaframboiseMortgage.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Tags: #realestateincanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #geographicfreedom, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #entrepreneur, #explicit, #rates, #mortgages, #purpose, #mindset, #strategy, #success, #starterhome
Thu, February 22, 2024
From Colombia to Building a Multi-Family Legacy w/Jeff Ortiz #246
#246: Jeff Ortiz - From Colombia to Building a Multi-Family Legacy Jeff Ortiz from Ortiz Equity Group joins me in studio to talk about building and leaving a multi-family legacy! Jeff and his brother John started off with wholesaling, but now typically invests in multi family homes in South and North Carolina, and also Georgia. He walks us through the process of finding B and C class homes, homes that have some room for improvement. They are usually priced right and in areas that have great services and businesses, and just need some TLC to add some value and attract great tenants. We talked about coaching and mentorship and how his business took off with coaching; the economy; his wholesaling experience; his multifamily deals; mindset, and MUCH MORE! If you are curious about multifamily and if you haven’t tried it, TUNE IN! https://linktr.ee/Ortizequity This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgages Select Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" email: info@bettermortgageselect.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, February 15, 2024
House Hacking for Real Estate Wealth: A Path To Success w/Michael Lombardi #245
#245: Michael Lombardi - House Hacking for Real Estate Wealth: A Path To Success Michael Lombardi was a house hacker before he’d ever heard the term! He realized that by buying a property with rental income, it would cost him less to carry the property than if he’d bought a cheaper property and was the only resident. His journey began in 2016 in Toronto, purchasing a house and adding 3 units to it. He currently owns 7 properties, and he and I discuss how house hacking works, what strategies to use, what to look for in a property, his mindset and daily activities to stay focused, the current state of the market and multiple offers, and whether interest rates will GO UP, yes go UP, and MUCH MORE! If you are stuck or looking for a new strategy and if you haven’t tried house hacking, TUNE IN! Instagram: @certaincapital This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, February 08, 2024
Raising Money, Going Debt-Free & How to Survive A Mental Crash w/Joel Friedland #244
#244: Joel Friedland - Raising Money, Going Debt-Free & How to Survive A Mental Crash I hopped on Zoom with investor Joel Friedland, with a 42 year track record of over 2000 industrial leases and over $2 Billion in brokerage volume! He also does syndicated deals with 0 debt which is unheard of approach. We dive in to how he does that, WHY he does that, and how he raises capital for these deals; the 2008 crash and how it lead to a deep depression, and how he was able to get out of that; the Four Agreements; the importance of mental health, and MUCH MORE! If you are stuck or looking for a new strategy, TUNE IN! Contact: Instagram: @investingwithjoel This episode proudly sponsored by 1Bitcoin.ca Do you know what blockchain is? How about the difference between Bitcoin and crypto? After 15 years of explosive growth across the globe, it’s important not to get left behind. We are currently in the mid 90's of the internet when it comes to adoption. Want to learn more? make sure to reach out to a 1Bitcoin.ca Broker today. Whether you have basic security questions or you need help buying bitcoin in a safe and convenient way, 1Bitcoin.ca is here for you. Get started today with Canada's Bitcoin Partner, 1Bitcoin.ca Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, February 01, 2024
Could Bitcoin Replace Traditional Currencies in the Future w/Jacob Asparian #243
#243: Jacob Asparian - Could Bitcoin Replace Traditional Currencies in the Future? I sit down with Jacob Asparian, real estate investor, broker and also founder and CEO of 1Bitcoin.ca , a platform created to help Canadians access Bitcoin in a safe and convenient manner. He joins Christopher Hummell and myself to discuss what is known about Bitcoin and what is myth, how it differs from cryptocurrency; is Bitcoin an currency or an asset class; do you own it and how is it stored; how volatile is it; are there environment concerns exist; the difference between centralization and de-centralization; how are banks fit in to Bitcoin; and MUCH MORE! If you are interested in Bitcoin or have no knowledge of this technology that will likely never disappear, TUNE IN! Contact: http://1Bitcoin.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, January 25, 2024
Is Your Vision Stronger Than The Economy w/Kory MacKinnon #242
#242: Kory MacKinnon - Is Your Vision Stronger Than The Economy? Kory MacKinnon joins me in studio to discuss his predictions for the coming year; Is now a good time to purchase a property; How to start your day; How to handle a bad day; what’s harder - Becoming or staying successful; Repositioning his business in this fast changing market; and MUCH MORE! If you are still on the fence in regards to real estate investing, Kory shares many ideas. TUNE IN! Contact: https://korymackinnon.com Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" email: info@bettermortgageselect.ca Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, January 18, 2024
The Wholesale Blueprint: Strategies For Success w/Luc Boiron #241
#241: Luc Boiron - The Wholesale Blueprint: Strategies For Success Luc Boiron joins Gary to talk about his journey and how he landed on Wholesaling. He began his investing career at 18 with duplex conversions, then migrated to flipping and finally settled on wholesaling. He’s transacted over $500 million and he’s flipped over 750 properties! They discuss minor variances and why not to be afraid of them; wholesaling and how it works; why would someone use a wholesaler; what are the most important clauses; how do you get the seller under contract, and SO much more! If you are looking for a new strategy, perhaps wholesaling is it. TUNE IN! Contact: https://www.instagram.com/lucselfwealth/ This episode proudly sponsored by 1Bitcoin.ca Do you know what blockchain is? How about the difference between Bitcoin and crypto? After 15 years of explosive growth across the globe, it’s important not to get left behind. We are currently in the mid 90's of the internet when it comes to adoption. Want to learn more? make sure to reach out to a 1Bitcoin.ca Broker today. Whether you have basic security questions or you need help buying bitcoin in a safe and convenient way, 1Bitcoin.ca is here for you. Get started today with Canada's Bitcoin Partner, 1Bitcoin.ca Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, January 11, 2024
#240: Gavin McHale - Unlocking Your True Potential for 2024
#240: Gavin McHale - Unlocking Your True Potential for 2024 Gavin McHale is a former elite goaltender who was perhaps destined for the NHL. But he self sabotaged his potential career, then blamed everything else for his failure. He realized his mind wasn’t up to the task with his limiting beliefs, and made MANY mistakes until he found the power of coaching, mentoring and MINDSET! As he says now, he would make fun back then of the person he’s become now, but he’s in a completely different place, with an incredible work/life balance and work satisfaction as a success coach. If you are not living up to your true potential, TUNE IN! Gavin mentions an app called Opal that allows you to act as a gatekeeper to set which hours you’d like access to any app or website. After those hours are up, you are ‘locked’ out of the apps and websites you choose, so you aren’t tied to your phone during family time or critical office time. Opal - Find Your Focus This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: eal Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, December 21, 2023
#239: Simona Zaslavsky - Strategies For Handling Landlord & Tenant Board Issues
#239: Simona Zaslavsky - Strategies For Handling Landlord & Tenant Board Issues Simona Zaslavsky from Mayfair Law Group has 15 years as a paralegal, and has been helping landlords and tenants navigate the tricky legal system to ensure their rights are protected. Quinton Cordick joins me for a deep dive into all aspects of the LTB, where we discuss the good, bad and ugly of being a landlord; what are a landlord’s rights; how do you protect yourself; what forms do you need to know about and when to issue them; how much notice do you need to give tenants for the various forms; how long are evictions taking now; how much can rent increase; why you need to treat investing like a business, and MORE! If you are concerned about your rights as a landlord, TUNE IN! Contact: Mayfair Law Group This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, December 14, 2023
#238: Mayu Thava - How To Thrive In The Current Real Estate Market
#238: Mayu Thava - How To Thrive In The Current Real Estate Market Investor and mortgage agent Mayu Thava joins Christopher Hummell and myself to discuss practical strategies and real world solutions to surviving the current market. Extending amortizations, bringing on money partners, selling properties, debt consolidations, vendor take backs (VTBs), private money, these and more are discussed to help you plan to survive and thrive. Mayu has been investing since he lived with his parents, but got serious in 2019, now with a portfolio of over 50 units. He’s been helping his clients decide what to do with their portfolios now that the market has cooled off and interest rates skyrocketed. and MORE! If you want to live a truly authentic, take-no-prisoners life, TUNE IN! Contact: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, December 07, 2023
#237: Harry James - How To Live Real & Be Real
#237: Harry James - How To Live Real & Be Real Previous guest and one of my mentors, Harry James drops by the studio to chat about living a real life, and focussing on the things that truly matter. He also touches on why some people take investing too seriously; why POSITIVE mindset is CRUCIAL to a great life and how it leads to a significant return on time; why he doesn’t get caught up in the daily news cycle and his thoughts on those that do; finding your passion; what’s his death bed mentality; why going to the gym allows him to make a deposit for his future physical bank account, and MORE! If you want to live a truly authentic, take-no-prisoners life, TUNE IN! Contact: https://harryjamesenterprises.com https://www.instagram.com/harryjameslivereal This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, November 30, 2023
#236: Sarah Larbi - Navigating Economic Hardships: Strategies For Survival
#236: Sarah Larbi - Navigating Economic Hardships: Strategies For Survival Previous guest Sarah Larbi hopped on a Zoom call with Gary last minute to talk about how her business, and her life has been impacted by the recent market conditions. Some of her ‘older’ properties still are doing well with the rate increases, but ones purchased more recently have struggled, leading her to sell off a few to ‘balance things out’. Gary also shares the unpredictability of the market, how having multiple streams of income helps anyone survive market changes, and what skills he prefers to have someone else do, allowing him to focus on what he’s good at; and MORE! They also touch on possible Universal Basic Income; immigrations; where the market might go, and how to be on the right side of the upcoming wealth transfer! If you are looking for answers on the current market and where things *might* go in the near future, TUNE IN! And Gary shares a few tips in the intro on how to survive AND thrive! Contact: http://sarahlarbi.com Sarah@sarahlarbi.com This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgage Select. Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca
Thu, November 23, 2023
#235: Frank Taylor - How To Win In The Current Real Estate Market
#235: Frank Taylor - How To Win In The Current Real Estate Market Frank Taylor from Frank Taylor Consulting joins Gary for an unscripted chat about the current market - what precipitated this market, where we are and where we might be going. Frank predicted this market in his previous appearance last year, so Gary invited him back to help YOU not just survive, but WIN in this current market. They talk exit strategies; how to repurpose your portfolio; what’s up for the future of AirBnB; the history of rates and why we’re not so bad off as you may think; mindset; daily routines; real estate prices and MORE! If you are looking for answers on the current market and where things *might* go in the near future, and why Frank is STILL optimistic about this market for opportunities, TUNE IN! Contact: http://franktaylorconsulting.ca frank@franktaylorconsulting.ca https://www.franktaylorconsulting.ca/ftcmastersessionslogin @franktaylorconsulting This episode proudly sponsored by 1Bitcoin.ca Do you know what blockchain is? How about the difference between Bitcoin and crypto? After 15 years of explosive growth across the globe, its important not to get left behind. We are currently in the mid 90's of the internet when it comes to adoption. Want to learn more? make sure to reach out to a 1Bitcoin.ca Broker today. Whether you have basic security questions or you need help buying bitcoin in a safe and convenient way, 1Bitcoin.ca is here for you. Get started today with Canada's Bitcoin Partner, 1Bitcoin.ca Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert Tags: #realestateincanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #geographicfreedom, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #entrepreneur, #explicit, #marketupdate, #survival, #purpose, #mindset, #mortgages, #success, #investingincome
Thu, November 16, 2023
#234: Chris, Gary & Quinton - Is An Interest Rate Cut Finally Coming? & Market Update
#234: Chris, Gary & Quinton - Is An Interest Rate Cut Finally Coming? & Market Update Christopher Hummell and Quinton Cordick join Gary for an unscripted chat about what they are seeing in their interactions with clients, and what’s happening AWAY from the headlines. They give a market update for Toronto, Durham region and Peterborough; what might happen in the next 24 months; what’s going on with private mortgages; is Universal Basic Income coming; will rates be cut soon; an immigration update, and what’s going on in the condo market, and MORE! If you are looking for answers on the current market and where things *might* go in the near future, and is this still a good time to buy OR sell, TUNE IN! Get a FREE home evaluation here ==> https://reports.getkeys.ca/SHCrealtygroup Contact: https://www.smarthomechoice.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, November 09, 2023
#233: Michael Zanzini & Lorenzo Podda - $900 Billion In Mortgages Set To Renew
#233: Michael Zanzini & Lorenzo Podda - $900 Billion In Mortgages Set To Renew Real Estate investors and mortgage agents Michael Zanzini and Lorenza Podda from Better Mortgage Select join Gary to talk about what ifs and strategies to survive this current market - what IF you increase your amortization, what happens when you renew? What IF you are with Scotia versus the other big banks? What do they see in their crystal ball for when and IF rates will come down? And what’s going to happen when $900 billion in mortgages come up for renewal soon? They touch on a new 40 year amortization, market crashing, market crashing up, universal basic income, and MORE? If you are looking for answers on the current market and where things *might* go in the near future, TUNE IN! Contact: https://bettermortgageselect.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Tags: #realestateincanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #geographicfreedom, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #entrepreneur, #explicit, #marketupdate, #survival, #purpose, #mindset, #mortgages, #success, #investingincome
Thu, November 02, 2023
#232: Ilona Koziol - The Journey Of Real Estate & Self Development
#232: Ilona Koziol - The Journey Of Real Estate & Self Development Ilona Koziol is now an accomplished real estate professional. In the past few years she’s transitioned from the corporate sales world, and undergone a divorce. She believes in accomplishing small things, proving to yourself you can do them, then moving on to larger projects! She’s just founded a mortgage company called Kingsdale, raised 7 million dollars in under 24 months, and co-founded a real estate development firm. What is the most powerful word she’s ever heard that changed her life, the power of a vision board and where to place it, and MUCH more! If you are wanting to reinvent yourself through real estate, TUNE IN! Contact: Instagram: @ilonakoziol.rei ilona@imkgroupinc.com This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca
Thu, October 26, 2023
#231: Raul Morales - Finding Geographical Freedom In Mexico
#231: Raul Morales - Finding Geographical Freedom In Mexico Raul Morales of MyCasa is originally from the heart of Texas, but is now helping many other investors in the Riviera Maya region of Mexico with luxury real estate. There is no MLS in Mexico, no central place to find what something sold for, so he created MyCasa in 2012 to fill the void of information, but also help you navigate local contracts, how to use a local lawyer, etc. Raul assisted Darlene and I, and we had many questions such as what is the crime rate like, what amenities exist, property management down there, can I Air BnB my property down there, and MUCH more! If you are curious about geographical freedom and owning both a vacation property for your family as well as an income generating property, TUNE IN! Contact: Instagram: @mycasarealestate raulmorales@mycasa.mx This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgage Select. Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, October 19, 2023
#230: Meghan Hubner - How To Build A Solid Business Foundation
#230: Meghan Hubner - How To Build A Solid Business Foundation Being a real estate investor or small business owner has many benefits and challenges, many internal and some external. How you ‘run’ your business can determine your current and future success. Meghan Hubner is an Independent business strategist that can examine your business with a critical eye to ensure you are prepared for growth. Are you a DIY business owner or are you someone who realizes the incredible benefits of outsourcing? When you decide to outsource, hire an employee or use a virtual assistant, do you have a clear idea of what they will do, or how you will benchmark their progress towards goals? Meghan and Gary discuss the ‘big 4’ areas that EVERY business should be paying attention to and prioritizing, as she’s helped many companies avoid failure and position themselves for growth and success. They also discuss notifications and how to balance your time; how to start your day, and MUCH MORE! If you are not treating real estate investing and not treating it like a business, DO NOT MISS this episode! Also Gary shares one of his BIGGEST mistakes when starting out… Contact: Web: https://www.meghanhubner.com/ This episode proudly sponsored by 1Bitcoin.ca Do you know what blockchain is? How about the difference between Bitcoin and crypto? After 15 years of explosive growth across the globe, its important not to get left behind. We are currently in the mid 90's of the internet when it comes to adoption. Want to learn more? make sure to reach out to a 1Bitcoin.ca Broker today. Whether you have basic security questions or you need help buying bitcoin in a safe and convenient way, 1Bitcoin.ca is here for you. Get started today with Canada's Bitcoin Partner, 1Bitcoin.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Tags: #realestateincanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #coaching, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #ontariorealestate, #explicit, #strategy, #reinvention, #leadership, #financing, #growth, #business, #mindset
Thu, October 12, 2023
#229: Brandon Jimenez & Carolina Nieto - Conquering Obstacles & Playing Full Out
#229: Brandon Jimenez & Carolina Nieto - Conquering Obstacles & Playing Full Out Brandon Jimenez & Carolina Nieto from Medalo Properties are husband and wife and a dynamic investment duo, with 2 kids. They previously were involved in high ticket sales, got their start in RE investing in 2015 but accelerated things in 2018, when they did their first BRRRR in Hamilton, which seemed to be the perfect BRRRR. They now have $500,000 in yearly rental income, which does not include their Flipping business or Air BnB. How were they able to create success both as a couple and in business together; was the BRRRR perfect or did they get lucky; they committed to educating themselves about investing; How to have convos with JV partners; how are their properties impacted right now, and SO MUCH MORE! If you are still on the sidelines of real estate investing, DO NOT MISS this episode! Contact: Web: medaloproperties.com IG @medaloproperties This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, October 05, 2023
#228: Eric Coulombe - From Childhood Struggles To Career Freedom at 25
#228: Eric Coulombe - From Childhood Struggles To Career Freedom at 25 Eric Coulombe has career and time freedom at age 25, and he’s only been involved in real estate in the Sudbury market for a few years. Losing his dad at age 10 was a big loss and shock, and this affected him for many years. His job involved industrial work but looked around at his older fellow coworkers who were always complaining about the job, and how much it took away from their lives. Eric didn’t want that for himself, so dove into real estate investing through podcasts. He wanted time freedom, and after a successful first investment property, he’s scaled his portfolio using creative financing and he’s now flipping, wholesaling, BRRRR-ing and has added property management services, as cash flow is not always the long term answer. If you are looking at ways to diversify your real estate journey, DO NOT MISS this episode! Contact: IG @ericcoulombe This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, September 28, 2023
#227: Serena Holmes - Real Estate Strategies To Take Your Time Back
#227: Serena Holmes - Real Estate Strategies To Take Your Time Back Serena Holmes owned an event management company, and tried to sell it just before the pandemic. As we all know, event companies took a beating during the pandemic. She had already begun investing in real estate and this crystallized her real estate investing journey and entry into private lending, and she built a strong network to do this. She now hosts a podcast, is moving into the multifamily space, and has multiple backup plans for cash flow to secure her future. Serena and I chat about mindset, her book The Accidental Entrepreneur, giving back to your community and fans, and building a strong network. Time is our most precious resource, and Serenas has built a business that allows her much more freedom than a 9-5, or her crazy hours were with her event company. If you are looking at ways to diversify your real estate journey, DO NOT MISS this episode! Contact: https://linktr.ee/serenaholmes This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, September 21, 2023
#226: Jacob Sofer, Metrosuite - Modular Homes Could Save The Housing Crisis
#226: Jacob Sofer, Metrosuite - Modular Homes Could Save The Housing Crisis Jacob Sofer from Metrosuite, a builder of modular prefabricated homes joins me to discuss how modular housing can quickly impact the housing shortage, and do it at a fraction of a new build. We also touch on Bill 23, and how the various municipalities differ in their permit process for accessory dwelling units. And, Metrosuite will, at no charge, investigate to see if YOU can add a modular home on your existing property, within 48 hours! Their pricing is on their website, and the cost is ALL IN! If you are curious about a garden suite or accessory dwelling unit, DO NOT MISS IT! Contact: https://metrosuite.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgage Select. Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca
Thu, September 14, 2023
#225: Neil D’Souza - Decoding The War Against The Middle Class
#225: Neil D’Souza - Decoding The War Against The Middle Class Previous guest Neil D’Souza, mortgage agent and business partner in Deep Pockets is back for a completely unscripted chat about the current market; why people are losing homes if they are not able to sell them; what should people invest in during these turbulent times; what is BRICS; what is fractional reserve banking; the 2 types of inflation; where interest rates are going, and are we headed for more pain. DO NOT MISS IT! Contact: Www.LeadershiptoWealth.com This episode proudly sponsored by 1Bitcoin.ca Do you know what blockchain is? How about the difference between Bitcoin and crypto? After 15 years of explosive growth across the globe, it’s important not to get left behind. We are currently in the mid 90's of the internet when it comes to adoption. Want to learn more? make sure to reach out to a 1Bitcoin.ca Broker today. Whether you have basic security questions or you need help buying bitcoin in a safe and convenient way, 1Bitcoin.ca is here for you. Get started today with Canada's Bitcoin Partner, 1Bitcoin.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Tags: #realestateincanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #coaching, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #ontariorealestate, #explicit, #cashflow, #interestrates, #leadership, #financing, #brics, #success, #mentorship
Thu, September 07, 2023
#224: Kathleen Black - How To Transform Uncertainty Into Empowered Leadership
#224: Kathleen Black - How To Transform Uncertainty Into Empowered Leadership Previous guest Kathleen Black joins me in this essential-listening podcast, about how to kill doubt, step into your confidence and get stuff done! Globally recognized as a leadership and high performance expert and best selling author, I’ve been in her coaching program for over 3 years. We learn what raft builders are; why it’s important to both reinvent yourself and fire yourself; and is a balanced lifestyle possible or attainable! DO NOT MISS IT! Contact: https://kathleenspeaks.com This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, August 31, 2023
#223: Gary Hibbert - Smart Goals - How to Set & Achieve Them
#223: Gary Hibbert - Smart Goals - How to Set & Achieve Them In this solo episode, I give you a high level, but extremely powerful overview of goal setting, the same goal setting method I use in my one-on-one mentoring. If you’ve never found a way to set goals, or maybe you’ve stopped setting yearly goals altogether, let me give you a refresher on a way to do this. Goal setting does 2 important things - it helps you focus on priorities in your life that you want to make happen, and also helps you DEFLECT things that are time wasters, like someone else’s priorities. Goal setting helps you with time freedom, financial freedom and geographic freedom so YOU can be the best version of yourself possible! And not just yearly goals, but goals 3, 5 and even 10 years out. And by whiteboarding them, you unleash the power of making them a priority and letting the universe know what you want. This short, informative podcast can have you goal setting in a matter of minutes, DO NOT MISS IT! Contact: http://GaryHibbert.ca This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca
Thu, August 24, 2023
Archive: Rene Masse - Walking Away From Your 9-5 Job With Real Estate
#Archive: Rene Masse - Walking Away From Your 9-5 Job With Real Estate Rene Masse has over 20 years of being successful entrepreneur, as a realtor and investor in the Kingston, ON area. On this archive podcast, he and Gary talk about the mindset required to leave your 9-5 job, and that it’s not an overnight thing; his best selling techniques and it’s about selling yourself; his favourite places to invest; how to have a conversation with a potential JV partner, and should you show them the property; should you invest with family or stay away, and MORE! If you’re considering trying to escape the 9-5 rat race, START NOW by listening to this episode! Also, Gary shares 5 ESSENTIAL tips/strategies to survive the current market! As Gary says, YOUR economy doesn’t need to be THE economy… Contact: Website: ReneMasse.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgage Select. Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Wed, August 16, 2023
222: Matt & Laura Hawkins - Real Estate Strategies That Are Currently Working
#222: Matt & Laura Hawkins - Real Estate Strategies That Are Currently Working Matt & Laura Hawkins have been investing since 2003. When they started, they knew NO ONE else doing it. This caused mistakes as they had no one else to consult, or coach them. They admit not having a team is their biggest mistake. Fast forward to 2023 and they’ve been on a buying spree even in THIS market, and converting single family homes into duplexes, which they consider their sweet spot. They started out and had great success with student housing after having 1 short term rental property, and are now looking at bigger multi family properties to grow their portfolio. They property manage their own places, and also have a side business for construction. Their ultimate goal is time and geographic freedom. What strategies are they using today? If you are interested in this kind of freedom, have a listen and find out how you can! Contact: sidney_investments - Laura and MattInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com › sidney_investments This episode proudly sponsored by 1Bitcoin.ca Do you know what blockchain is? How about the difference between Bitcoin and crypto? After 15 years of explosive growth across the globe, its important not to get left behind. We are currently in the mid 90's of the internet when it comes to adoption. Want to learn more? make sure to reach out to a 1Bitcoin.ca Broker today. Whether you have basic security questions or you need help buying bitcoin in a safe and convenient way, 1Bitcoin.ca is here for you. Get started today with Canada's Bitcoin Partner, 1Bitcoin.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca
Thu, August 10, 2023
221: Hart Togman & Rob Dix - How To Succeed As A Landlord With Rent Panda
#221: Hart Togman & Rob Dix - How To Succeed As A Landlord With Rent Panda As a landlord, finding tenants can be a time consuming and stressful process. I did it for many years, but the experts at Rent Panda take it to the next level. Everything from listing the property, to screening tenants, to fully managing properties in the future. With their White Glove service, landlords are completely hands-off, perfect for less experienced or new investors. If you want to be more involved they can handle that too! Hart & Rob share some incredible information about rent fraud and documentation fraud, why it’s important to get your own screening documents, and MORE! If you are currently screening your own tenants or need some help, let Rent Panda remove the burden. Have a listen and find out how! Contact: http://RentPanda.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, July 27, 2023
#220: Fabio Campanella - Creating Your Own Bank Using Infinite Banking
#220: Fabio Campanella - Creating Your Own Bank Using Infinite Banking Ever wish you had a financial quarterback? Gary’s good friend and previous guest Fabio Campanella is here to give all the juicy details of how you can invest your hard earned money into an investment that can be tax-free, and then as this investment grows you can use this money to buy other properties or use it for any purpose to fund your lifestyle. Fabio Campanella was employed by some of the largest financial companies in Canada, but moved on to form the Campanella Group, a boutique accounting firm with a small clientele. Can this investment strategy work for you and your situation? Have a listen and find out! Contact: https://campanellagroup.com This episode proudly sponsored by Better Mortgage Select. Are you looking to create generational wealth and get one step closer to financial freedom? If the answer is YES, then Better Mortgage Select is the brokerage for you. Better Mortgage Select has helped more real estate investors achieve financial freedom than any other mortgage brokerage in Canada. They are expert financial planning consultants that allow investors to grow their portfolio and have a unique way of helping clients navigate through the different banks and lending options available. Contact them today for a free consultation and get started on what could be a life-changing journey. Don't just get a mortgage, get a BETTER MORTGAGE!" Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, July 20, 2023
219: Adrian Pannozzo - From A Police Officer To A Successful Real Estate Investor
#219: Adrian Pannozzo - From A Police Officer To A Successful Real Estate Investor Adrian Pannozzo was a police office for 21 years, working his way up to Sergeant. Great pay, job security, but a lot of downside. Adrian wanted to retire but didn’t know what he and his wife would do to supplement their income. How about buying an investment property or two and live off the cashflow? He started with this, but it became addictive, and now he owns over 400 doors as CEO of Executive Properties Capital, a property management firm to support those rentals and a contracting company to renovate new acquisitions! What changed and why did he scale, and WHY will he continue to scale for a few more years? A MUST listen if you need ideas to scale your portfolio, or are looking for investor cash. Contact: https://www.investwithepc.com/team/adrian-cashflow This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, July 13, 2023
218: Riley Oickle - Why Your Short Term Rental Isn’t Working
#218: Riley Oickle - Why Your Short Term Rental Isn’t Working Have you ever considered a short term rental, even as a different strategy to buy and hold single family? A LOT of people did during the pandemic when everyone wanted to travel within Canada and rates SKYROCKETED! Now that things are back to normal, so are rental rates. Some investors paid too much based on the pandemic rental rates and now they’re bleeding cash. Riley has a variety of investments in multi-family, long, medium and short term rentals and is OVERFLOWING with fantastic information on how to set YOUR short term rental apart from the competition. Is it too late to buy a short term rental in today’s market? NOPE! A MUST listen if short term rentals interest you! Contact: http://rileyoickle.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/rileyoickleinvestor/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rileyoickleinvestor This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: WATCH the podcast! https://www.youtube.com/@gary.hibbert
Thu, July 06, 2023
217: Johnathan Pollock - House Hacking For First Time Home Buyers
#217: Johnathan Pollock - House Hacking For First Time Home Buyers Gary's good friend Johnathan stops by to share the secrets of house hacking, and mistakes he made when using this strategy. House hacking is using the equity and square footage in your home by renting out a portion of your property and buying additional properties to quickly scale your portfolio. According to Johnathan, EVERYONE should use the equity in their homes in a variety of ways to increase their wealth, and leave generational wealth for their family. As a financial planner, Johnathan uses many tools to build and protect wealth, while allowing it to grow tax sheltered and transfer to the next generation, tax free. A MUST listen! Contact: https://www.thompsonpollock.com 905-243-6328 This episode proudly sponsored by Mayfair Law Group. Are you a landlord or tenant in need of legal assistance? Mayfair Law Group has got you covered! Our experienced team specializes in Landlord and Tenant Board services, providing expert guidance and representation for all your Landlord or Tenant legal needs. Contact us today at 416-546-1581 and let us help you navigate the complexities of landlord and tenant law. Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca
Thu, June 29, 2023
216: Wilson Pabon & Jessica Fernandes - Exploring The Untapped Potential Of Edmonton
#216: Wilson Pabon & Jessica Fernandes - Exploring The Untapped Potential Of Edmonton Previous guests Wilson & Jessica (EP 148) from White North Management drop back into chat with Gary about what’s happened since their last appearance. Not only have they invested in Alberta, specifically Edmonton, they’ve moved there and are excited about their future. They are actually cash flowing in their properties, and the province is very landlord-friendly. But, mistakes and challenges have popped up, so tune in to learn how they managed to survive, including branching out into General Contracting. One other small, important thing - what did their family think about quitting their jobs and becoming full time investors? Contact: whitenorthmanagement@gmail.com IG: https://instagram.com/investonista.pabon.jess\ https://instagram.com/wilson.realei This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Other Links: Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, June 22, 2023
#215: Yakov Pertchik - Industrial Development In A Changing World
#215: Yakov Pertchik - Industrial Development In A Changing World Yakov Pertchik has invested in residential and multifamily, but has migrated to industrial, as it offers way more flexibility and profits, as you’ll learn from this amazing chat. In this changing economic climate and post-covid, Canada is seriously in need of industrial space such as warehousing/logistics, laboratory space and many other types. Looking for something to invest in besides residential? Maybe industrial is can offer you flexibility and incredible returns on your investment! Contact: IG: YVL Properties This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, June 15, 2023
214: Randy Ramadhin - State Of The Toronto Condo Market
#214: Randy Ramadhin - State Of The Toronto Condo Market Randy has been a real estate professional for over 23 years! This podcast is all about the condos! Buying, selling, assigning, renting, pre-builds, it’s all covered here by the guru of the condo market. He shares wins and mistakes and all the lessons learned along the way. Gary and Christopher also chat about the current market, and why Randy advises people in their 20’s and 30’s to ‘buy as much real estate as you can’, and a reminder why and how condos can get you into the real estate market in a more affordable way… Contact: https://www.instagram.com/condoinvest.ca This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, June 08, 2023
#213: Howard Drukarsh - Building Canada’s Largest Independent Real Estate Brokerage
#213: Howard Drukarsh - Building Canada’s Largest Independent Real Estate Brokerage Howard worked with several brokerages before settling at Johnston & Daniel A Division of Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage, it was here that he met the late Arthur Bartram and the two decided to start their own brokerage. Arthur had seen a new business model attracting hundreds of Realtors in the US and thought that with some tweaking it could be successful in the Canadian market. This new venture required funding and after a few setbacks in that regard, they were introduced to Ron Peddicord who possessed the business and financial expertise needed to scale up the operation as well as attract investment. Ron soon joined Arthur and Howard as the 3rd co-founder of Right at Home Realty. In May of 2004 Right at Home Realty opened its doors, 16 years later it has grown to become Canada’s largest independent brokerage with well over 5000 members. Find out how Howard and his partners build the largest independent real estate brokerage in Canada, by doing many small and big things correctly - like recruiting the best, and calling those that chose to leave to find out how they could retain future agents; ‘reading the room’, and his advice for agents in this current economic environment. website: https://www.rewithhd.com Don't forget to visit SmartHomeChoice.ca to check out all the incredible upcoming events happening this year! Gary and Darlene's VIP mentorship program is currently full. Our next enrollment will be for September with a small group of 4-5 individuals or couples/partners. If you're looking to get one-on-one coaching directly from Gary and Darlene to supercharge your investment game and design a lifestyle of your choice, set up a free one on one discovery call today. Visit https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship for more info. This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Est
Thu, June 01, 2023
#212: Gary, Q & Christopher - Market Update, Inflation, BOC, Immigration & Debt
#212: Gary, Q & Christopher - Market Update, Inflation, BOC, Immigration & Debt In this episode, Gary, Q & Chris take a deep dive into where we currently are, what are the year-over-year stats and just where we might be headed - 'Recession'?! Why is the market heating up? Multiple offers again? Tune in for how this is impacting your portfolio and what to do in the near future! Here are Gary's final thoughts on this episode: Buy real estate – best hedge against inflation (multiple skills) Don't keep your money in the bank - Cash is trash, cash flow is king Take action Here are the links to the articles discussed in the podcast: Market Update Canada - https://creastats.crea.ca/en-CA/ Inflation https://financialpost.com/real-estate/mortgage-interest-costs-inflation-april BOC https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-low-interest-rates-era-over-macklem/ Immigration https://nationalpost.com/news/politics/canada-welcomes-record-number-of-new-immigrants-2022 Bill 23 and M ultiplexes https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/toronto-multiplexes-housing-economics-1.6848643 This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Real Estate Investment Club visit <a href= "https://www.smarthomechoice.ca/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferre
Thu, May 25, 2023
#211: Nate Atkin - Creating Generational Health
#211: Nate Atkin - Creating Generational Health Nate Atkin is an entrepreneur, speaker, and performance mentor. Nate is committed to helping hard working Men & Women achieve their true potential . Nate and his wife Tania have over 40+ years of combined experience in professional athletics, health & fitness. They have mentored a variety of clients from high performance athletes & corporate executives to cancer resiliency and mental health clients. From Nate’s experience, he explains that most people are operating at about 50% of what they’re capable of. Learn why mindset is a muscle; mindset strategies for successful Real Estate Investing; The two most important traits for long term, sustained success; The difference between Motivation and Discipline and why you need to recognize it; and The starting point for real change in our lives, and MORE! Do not miss this episode! website: www.hummingbirdcapitalproperties.com Insta: @nate.atkin Don't forget to visit SmartHomeChoice.ca to check out all the incredible upcoming events happening this year! Gary and Darlene's VIP mentorship program is currently full. Our next enrollment will be for September with a small group of 4-5 individuals or couples/partners. If you're looking to get one-on-one coaching directly from Gary and Darlene to supercharge your investment game and design a lifestyle of your choice, set up a free one on one discovery call today. Visit https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship for more info. This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select. Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage brokerage in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that are engaged with our host of Realtor contacts across Canada. At BM Select we offer strategic mortgage solutions with dedicated Agent Support along with leading-edge Underwriting and Fulfillment Services that allow you to sleep well knowing your mortgage transactions are being handled by top quality professionals. For more information email Dan Patton - Daniel@bettermortgageselect.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://ww
Thu, May 18, 2023
#210: Danielle Chiasson - Lessons Learned & Navigating The Challenges of 2022
#210: Danielle Chiasson - Lessons Learned & Navigating The Challenges of 2022 Danielle Chiasson is a serial entrepreneur known for her work in the field of real estate investing in residential redevelopment and rental housing. Focused in Ontario, her many projects have ranged in scope from light clean-ups to full renovations, as well as legal duplex, triplex conversions, and multi-unit flips. She chats with Gary about her interesting start in real estate investing; why selling is not failing; the big mistakes she and other investors made in 2022; where she thinks the market is heading; having the correct mindset; and her unique spin on how you can “fake it ’til you make it”, and MORE! website: https://letsgetrealestatepodcast.com Don't forget to visit SmartHomeChoice.ca to check out all the incredible upcoming events happening this year! Gary and Darlene's VIP mentorship program is currently full. Our next enrollment will be for September with a small group of 4-5 individuals or couples/partners. If you're looking to get one-on-one coaching directly from Gary and Darlene to supercharge your investment game and design a lifestyle of your choice, set up a free one on one discovery call today. Visit https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship for more info. This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca
Thu, May 11, 2023
#209: Cory Sperle - Mistakes To Avoid In Multifamily Investing
#209: Cory Sperle - Mistakes To Avoid In Multifamily Investing Cory Sperle is a successful real estate entrepreneur and investment coach in Kelowna, British Columbia. Cory has been investing in Canadian real estate for 22 years, in single and multifamily projects. He is an expert on multifamily investing and focuses heavily on niche and acquiring projects with significant upside potential. But has he made some MISTAKES! And he’s here to share the good, bad and ugly with you so that hopefully you can avoid the same ones. Rents, tenants, maintenance, cap rate, deals - all discussed in today’s show! If you want to scale your portfolio, THIS is the episode for you! Don't forget to visit SmartHomeChoice.ca to check out all the incredible upcoming events happening this year! Gary and Darlene's VIP mentorship program is currently full. Our next enrollment will be for September with a small group of 4-5 individuals or couples/partners. If you're looking to get one-on-one coaching directly from Gary and Darlene to supercharge your investment game and design a lifestyle of your choice, set up a free one on one discovery call today. Visit https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship for more info. Contact: Contact: https://linktr.ee/corysperle Resilience Summit October https://www.accelevents.com/e/resilience2023 This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Find them at: https://www.rentpanda.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast vis
Thu, May 04, 2023
#208: Seth Ferguson - How to 10x Your Business & Events
#208: Seth Ferguson - How to 10x Your Business & Events Seth Ferguson is the founder of the MultiFamily Conference, host of a real estate TV show, host of his own podcast, AND he held his FIRST event in the middle of the global shutdown! He and Gary discuss WHY you should host your own events and conferences and 10x them AND your business, as he's firm believer that face to face networking is the foundation of real estate. Do these events make money, and if not, WHY do them? He also shares many mistakes he's made so YOU won't make the same ones! If you have ever thought about hosting a live event or a conference, THIS is the episode for you! Don't forget to visit SmartHomeChoice.ca to check out all the incredible upcoming events happening this year! Gary and Darlene's VIP mentorship program is currently full. Our next enrollment will be for September with a small group of 4-5 individuals or couples/partners. If you're looking to get one-on-one coaching directly from Gary and Darlene to supercharge your investment game and design a lifestyle of your choice, set up a free one on one discovery call today. Visit https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship for more info. Contact: website: https://multifamilyconference.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca
Thu, April 27, 2023
207: Sheldon Fernandez - Fact or Fiction? The Real Truth About A.I.
#207: Sheldon Fernandez - Fact or Fiction? The Real Truth About A.I. Sheldon Fernandez is the CEO of DarwinAI, an artificial intelligence company located in Waterloo. Sheldon has an extensive academic and professional background across a multitude of subjects. We’ve ALL been hearing about A.I. such as ChatGPT and other A.I. initiatives coming down the road, and many people are questioning whether AI will help or hinder society. One thing is for sure, AI will change the way work is done, some for the best and some not, and one of our biggest questions- what happns if AI becomes self-aware? What is the REAL truth about it? DarwinAI is in the process of helping companies improve quality in a way that is difficult for humans to do, and there are many other incredible applications for A.I., as Sheldon will share with listeners. If you THINK you know A.I. or have no idea what it is, THIS is the episode for you! Don't forget to visit SmartHomeChoice.ca to check out all the incredible upcoming events happening this year! Gary and Darlene's VIP mentorship program is currently full. Our next enrollment will be for September with a small group of 4-5 individuals or couples/partners. If you're looking to get one-on-one coaching directly from Gary and Darlene to supercharge your investment game and design a lifestyle of your choice, set up a free one on one discovery call today. Visit https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship for more info. Contact: website: https://darwinai.com https://www.facebook.com/sheldon.r.fernandez/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sheldonfff/ This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets
Thu, April 20, 2023
#206: Victoria Suen - Unlocking The Power Of Design
#206: Victoria Suen - Unlocking The Power Of Design Victoria Suen is the founder of Build X Design, an architectural firm specializing in housing densification and high end commercial locations. She is also an investor who purchased her first property at age 19 and since then has invested in duplexes, triplexes and apartment conversions. Gary & Victoria take a deep dive into single family to triplex conversion, and a look at Ontario's Bill 23. Don't forget to visit SmartHomeChoice.ca to check out all the incredible upcoming events happening this year! Gary and Darlene's VIP mentorship program is currently full. Our next enrollment will be for September with a small group of 4-5 individuals or couples/partners. If you're looking to get one-on-one coaching directly from Gary and Darlene to supercharge your investment game and design a lifestyle of your choice, set up a free one on one discovery call today. Visit https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship for more info. Contact: website: www.buildxdesign.ca email: info@buildxdesign.ca Insta: @buildxlab This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Find them at: https://www.rentpanda.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca
Thu, April 13, 2023
#205: Fabio Campanella - Understanding The Biggest Tax Changes In Years
#205: Fabio Campanella - Understanding The Biggest Tax Changes In Years Fabio Campanella worked with several o f the largest Canadian financ e and tax institutions , but forged ahead to form the Campanella Group, a boutique accounting firm with a distinctive clientele. He’s been dissecting the newest tax changes in Canada - the foreign buyers ban; the under-utilized housing tax and the vacant property tax and joins Gary to break it all down and how it impacts everyday investors, and the tax implications for them! Don't forget to visit SmartHomeChoice.ca to check out all the incredible upcoming events happening this year! Gary and Darlene have a few spots for their one-on-one mentorship program to supercharge your investment game! Receive scheduled calls and classes to help define your passion, goal setting, whiteboarding and of course scaling your investment portfolio! Check out https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship/ for more info. This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca Tags:
Thu, April 06, 2023
#204: Tim Hudak - Politics and Addressing the Housing Crisis
#204: Tim Hudak - Politics and Addressing the Housing Crisis Tim Hudak is the CEO of OREA, and joined back in 2016, and is the former leader of Ontario's Progressive Conservative party. His goal is to transform OREA into Ontario's most cutting edge professional association. With his 21 years of experience in politics and now 7 with OREA, Tim is uniquely positioned to comment on the current market and what to expect in the upcoming months. Don't forget to visit SmartHomeChoice.ca to check out all the incredible upcoming events happening this year! Gary and Darlene have a few spots for their one-on-one mentorship program to supercharge your investment game! Receive scheduled calls and classes to help define your passion, goal setting, whiteboarding and of course scaling your investment portfolio! Check out https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship/ for more info. This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage brokerage in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that are engaged with our host of Realtor contacts across Canada. At BM Select we offer strategic mortgage solutions with dedicated Agent Support along with leading-edge Underwriting and Fulfillment Services that allow you to sleep well knowing your mortgage transactions are being handled by top quality professionals. To find out more, visit the website or email https://bmselect.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca
Thu, March 30, 2023
#203: Sarah Larbi & Aisha Govani - Why Everyone's Talking About Mid-Term Rentals
#203: Sarah Larbi & Aisha Govani - Why Everyone's Talking About Mid-Term Rentals Long term rentals is still a great long term strategy, however they lack control, and rent prices cannot be raised to meet market rent demands. Then everyone was talking about short term rentals - cottages, AirBnB, etc. That's a tough market to get into these days, so what's happening with mid-term rentals? Sarah Larbi & Aisha Govani co-owners of Mid Term Rental Properties, LOVE the flexibility and increased cash flow of mid term rental properties. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What's the difference between mid term, short term and long term rentals How you can pivot to mid term rentals Why Gary is converting one of his properties that became vacant into a mid-term rental How to avoid scams What type of properties are best suited for MT rentals And MORE! If YOU are considering diversifying your portfolio to include mid term rentals, THIS is a must LISTEN! Gary and Darlene have a few spots for their one-on-one mentorship program to supercharge your investment game! Receive scheduled calls and classes to help define your passion, goal setting, whiteboarding and of course scaling your investment portfolio! Check out https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship/ for more info. Contact: Sarah Larbi: https://sarahlarbi.com/about/ Aisha Govani: https://aishagovani.com/ This episode proudly sponsored by SFG Paralegal. Today's podcast is brought to you by SFG paralegal. Their services are all about advocating for your best interests. With a team experience of over 15 years, they assist everyday people with their legal queries and matters. They are skilled in landlord and tenant board, small claims court and human rights, among others. They are professionals and S.F. Paralegal are exactly who you want in your corner. Find them at: SFG Paralegal. Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca
Thu, March 23, 2023
#202: Allison McMurter-Hughes - Protecting Your Property Against Fraudsters in the GTA
#202: Allison McMurter-Hughes - Protecting Your Property Against Fraudsters in the GTA Real Estate news has been challenging the last few months, and recently in the news individuals have had their houses sold right out from under them. We invited Allison McMurter-Hughes from McMurter & Associates to chat about this and title insurance. Maybe home owners were away on vacation, or maybe they moved out to do renos, only to find out that someone forged or copied their ID, got their house listed, usually at a reduced price to encourage a quick sale and sold their house! Sometimes home owners have come home to find strangers even living in their homes! Allison McMurter is here to give us details as to who is more susceptible to this, what can be done to prevent it as well as the benefits of title insurance, but if it does happen what you need to do immediately to correct things. If YOU own properties, especially ones where you are a distance landlord or take vacations away from your properties, THIS is a must LISTEN! Gary and Darlene have a few spots for their one-on-one mentorship program to supercharge your investment game! Receive scheduled calls and classes to help define your passion, goal setting, whiteboarding and of course scaling your investment portfolio! Check out https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship/ for more info. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What is title insurance Is it required to have title insurance to purchase or sell a property What are the benefits of title insurance How to tell if you already have title insurance on a property How can you protect yourself from title fraud Social media clues to your location How are the fraudsters getting ID from homeowners How are they listing the homes for sale without the owners' permission How they were able to build a huge portfolio of rentals with NONE of their own money And MORE! Related episode: #199: Daniela DeTommaso - Beating Criminals Through Title Insurance Bio Allison McMurter-Hughes is a Whitby-based lawyer who grew up in the real estate law industry. Starting at McMurter & Associate's answering the phones, Allison knew she wanted to continue in the industry. Eventually going to Law School, she articled and then practiced at McMurter & Associates. Allison specializes in real estate law, wills and estates. When she isn't practicing law, she fulfills her hobby of interior design. Website: mcmurter.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mcmurterandassociates This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. <
Wed, March 15, 2023
#201: Mel & Dave Dupuis - $0 Real Estate In Multiple Countries
#201: Mel & Dave Dupuis - $0 Real Estate In Multiple Countries he title pretty much says it all - $0 down real estate. Can it be true? Can you purchase real estate and build a huge portfolio with NONE of your own money? YES, and Mel and Dave have and are here to drop some truth bombs about this investing method, where you don’t require millions of dollars of your own money to buy properties. They are innovative investors that find ways to close deals, they are also best selling authors, award winning mentors and have created a portfolio of over 240 apartments, in FIVE countries! Mel & Dave are an example of what you can achieve if you put your mind to it, and become obsessed about mastering your craft. If YOU are curious about purchasing properties, but DON’T have a down payment, THIS is a must LISTEN! Gary also shares the NUMBER ONE THING YOU should be doing BEFORE you buy your next property, and the 3 mentors he listens to! Gary and Darlene have a few spots for their one-on-one mentorship program to supercharge your investment game! Receive scheduled calls and classes to help define your passion, goal setting, whiteboarding and of course scaling your investment portfolio! Check out https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship/ for more info. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How they were able to build a huge portfolio of rentals with NONE of their own money Using Other People’s Money (OPM) and vendor take backs (VTBs) Mel and Dave have been paying Interest rates that are 8, 10 or even 12% and have been for a long time, so this interest rate hike is nothing to them Why the interest rate can sometimes be just the cost of doing business, and why closing the deal matters Importance of investing in yourself - continuous learning and growing Why you need to have laser focus to archieve what Mel & Dave have Geographical freedom - how they’ve achieved it, and how you can too And MORE! Bio Melanie and Dave Dupuis, well known as Investor Mel & Dave, are innovative real estate investors, best-selling authors and award-winning mentors who have SOLELY acquired over 240 apartments in just a few short years in Canada, the US, Mexico, Dominican Republic and Costa Rica. Their strategy gives them the ability to purchase properties… without using any of their own money or relying on joint ventures. This also allows them to own 100% of the property - which means they keep 100% of the equity, cash flow, and appreciation. With over 23 years of combined experience in real estate investing, Investor Mel & Dave are founders of the Action FamilyTM Mentorship Program and are dedicated to helping individuals create their own time, location, and financial freedoms. They do this by helping them build their real estate portfolio without using their own funds while solely keeping ownership. To date, they’ve help
Thu, March 09, 2023
#200: Isaiah Henry - How To Be A Long Distance Landlord
#200: Isaiah Henry - How To Be A Long Distance Landlord On this episode, Gary chats with young entrepreneur Isaiah Henry. Isaiah started out like a lot of investors, working and finding real estate investing. He wanted to be a cop, and was for awhile, but saw the toll it took on his coworkers, and Isaiah REALLY wanted time freedom. He’s has only been involved in real estate for 5 years, yet he’s managed to acquire many single family homes, start a property management company to support himself and other investors, a learning company, a social media company, and he’s NOT done! And where has he had this amazing success? TIMMINS! His plan is to move into small multi-family homes, and complete multiple JV's. If YOU are curious about owning properties outside of your geographic area, but are worried about not being able to keep an eye on your properties or even manage them successfully, or wonder why Isaiah is sticking with single family homes over duplexes and triplexes for now, THIS is a must LISTEN! Gary also shares his tip on goal setting with a whiteboard... Gary and Darlene have a waitlist open for their one-on-one mentorship program to supercharge your investment game! Receive scheduled calls and classes to help define your passion, goal setting, whiteboarding and of course scaling your investment portfolio! Check out https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship/ for more info. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why he switched from policing to real estate How he got his first deal Why his first property lost money What he learned and applied to his second and future properties Why Timmins? The unique challenges and benefits of investing in Timmins How DOES he remotely manage his properties How often does he need to check his properties out The absolutely crucial part played in his grown by building a great team, and TRUSTING THEM Why he focusses on what he does well, and delegates the rest Why he believes you DON’T need to quit your job and focus on real estate The myth of why you can’t always live on cash flow Having a side hustle or hustles - the power and freedom from multiple streams of income And MORE! Bio My name is Isaiah Henry and I am 28 years old. Born and raised in Pickering ON. Fell in love with athletics at a young age and was able to take my talents to Wilfrid Laurier University where I received an athletic scholarship and was fortunate to become a dual athlete while playing Rugby and Football. Upon graduating I pursued a career in long enforcement where I gained positions at Metrolinx as Special Constable and then the Toronto Police Service as a Police Officer. In terms of my investing career I started in 2017 after seeing an ad in the local paper about a new pre con project in Toronto. After the condo I was
Thu, March 02, 2023
#199: Daniela DeTommaso - Beating Criminals Through Title Insurance
#199: Daniela DeTommaso - Beating Criminals Through Title Insurance On this episode, Gary sits down with Daniela DeTommaso, President of First Canadian Title. If you've been following the news recently, you've seen there have been more and more high profile 'property theft' cases; people posing as the owners and selling a property while the real owners are on vacation or out of country. They've even had property showings! How does and how can this happen? Are YOU, your friends and family that are property owners protected? If you're not sure, or perhaps you've never even heard of title insurance, Daniela breaks it all down in this podcast. As Gary says, repetition is the key to success. This podcast should be listened to a few times! If you find value in this podcast and episode, please share it with another homeowner to protect them, and please leave a review so more people can find and share this incredible content. Check out SmartHomeChoice.ca to check out all our incredible upcoming events and programs such as the fast start program for new investors, and our next mastermind event on March 30th will feature Sarah Larbi talking about mid-term rentals; Riley will be talking about short-term rentals; Rachel Oliver will talk about rent to own; Isaiah Henry talking about long distance investing, and Diligent PM will be there to discuss student rentals, and more! Details and location at the link above. Gary and Darlene have opened up their one-on-one mentorship program to supercharge your investment game, new sessions start in September! Receive scheduled calls and classes to help define your passion, goal setting, whiteboarding and of course scaling your investment portfolio! Check out https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship/ for more info. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What does Daniela do at First Canadian Title to help investors and property owners Why there's been an increase in fraudulent sales as featured on the news How are fraudsters selling people's homes without their knowledge How this podcast will help educate investors or homeowners on protecting themselves How are they able to get the ID of the homeowners What is the cost of title insurance What does it actually cover Is it mandated or required to buy a house How can you determine if you actually have title insurance Who gets the title if seller and buyer both have insurance There are several different title insurers, how do you tell the best one And MORE! Bio Daniela is responsible for overseeing all the lines of business across Canada, with a network of over 900 employees. She has been with FCT for over 25 years and, most recently, led the Residential Lending Solutions (RLS) group and F
Thu, February 23, 2023
#198: Dave Butler - Mortgages And How To Handle The Aftermath
#198: Dave Butler - Mortgages And How To Handle The Aftermath On this episode, Gary sits down with his good friend and mentor Dave Butler, President of BM Select, the #1 brokerage in Canada! Dave is proficient in the hustle & grind culture, and through many years of dedication and tenacity, climbed his way to the top with a strong focus on customer commitment and perfecting their onboarding process for a seamless client experience. Dave has built an empire based on relationships and ethical financing, one of the many reasons Gary exclusively refers BM Select to his clients and Smart Home Choice members. Christopher Hummell joins the conversation to discuss what’s happening in the market right now and the impact of inflation, what Dave thinks might happen, where the smart money is going and so much more! If you are concerned about your portfolio, or are still sitting on the sidelines trying to decide if real estate investing is still a good thing, this is the podcast for you! Gary and Darlene have opened up their one-on-one mentorship program to supercharge your investment game, new sessions start in September! Receive scheduled calls and classes to help define your passion, goal setting, whiteboarding and of course scaling your investment portfolio! Check out https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship/ for more info. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How Dave became the #1 mortgage brokerage in Canada consecutively year after year What was involved in starting his own brokerage A deep look into the market right now The impact of inflation on his clients and their portfolios Where Dave sees the market going in the future What the ‘smart money’ is doing right now during these turbulent times Why it's important to remember RE investing is a long term game And, the NUMBER ONE thing you should NOT be doing at this time And MORE! Bio Dave Butler comes from a family with deep roots in the Canadian Mortgage industry. His Father, Mother and Brother all work in the Family Brokerage, Butler Mortgage. Dave began his Mortgage Broker career back in 2002 at the age of 23 years old and it didn’t take long for him to make his mark, winning the ‘Rookie of the Year’ award and having the highest first year volume ever recorded at the time. From there he has never looked back, racking up Trophies and Awards as one the Nation’s Top Mortgage Brokers, culminating in him being named Canada’s #1 Mortgage Broker by volume four years in a row from 2017 to 2020. Dave and his Family are regularly featured in the media as Canada’s top Mortgage Experts including appearances on the CBC National Television program. Additionally, Dave has contributed to The Globe & Mail, The National Post, and The Toronto Star. He is also a regular guest on AM1010’s ‘Simply Real Estate’ show and on many popul
Thu, February 16, 2023
#197: Craig Dorris - What It Takes To Be a Top Realtor
#197: Craig Dorris - What It Takes To Be a Top Realtor On this episode, Gary sits down with Craig Dorris, one of the top agents at Our Neighbourhood Realty. Craig has been with ONR for the last 5 years, prior to this he was a teacher. Gary and Craig discuss making the transition to real estate from teaching; some of the things that differentiate him from other agents, and relationship building. If you are a realtor and want to know what it takes to be successful in today's environment and add some new tools to your tool belt for 2023, this is the podcast for you! If you are an agent, Our Neighbourhood Realty welcomes you to APEX 2023! This event is for realtors that are new, growing and even seasoned. The best part is you don't have to be a realtor with our brokerage to attend. Conveniently hosted at our new offices at Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto. You can expect an exciting and informative day filled with Guest Speakers and Panels. Details HERE Gary and Darlene have ONE spot for their one-on-one mentorship program to supercharge your investment game! Receive scheduled calls and classes to help define your passion, goal setting, whiteboarding and of course scaling your investment portfolio! Check out https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship/ for more info. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How he's grown his business to be one of the top agents at ONR Why and how he switched from teaching to a full time real estate agent Pillars within his business that help him grow His views on open houses, door knocking, etc How he uses his sphere of influence and the power of networking Treating each transaction not as a transaction, but relationship building His method of listing presentations How he works with buyers And MORE! Bio Craig has been a licensed Realtor for 5.5 years and specializes in residential real estate. Craig formerly worked as an elementary school teacher and while he may not be in the classroom anymore, his desire to be an educator continues as he offers educational sessions for his colleagues (new and seasoned) at ONR and also helps teach his clients on a daily basis. His experience working as a server and bartender off-and-on for almost 14 years has also helped guide him to a career in real estate. Craig continues to build a successful business built on integrity, honesty, authenticity and an unwavering desire to help others and build inclusive communities. Contact Insta: @craigdorrishomes Facebook: @craigdorrishomes <p
Thu, February 09, 2023
#196: Jose & Khadija Jafferji - The Savvy Way To Build Your Business & Portfolio
#196: Jose & Khadija Jafferji - The Savvy Way To Build Your Business & Portfolio On this episode, Gary sits down over whiskey with Jose & Khadija Jafferji, founders of Savvy Real Estate Group. Jose & Khadija are on a 15 year journey with real estate investing, and have done duplexes, triplexes, TWELVE-plexes and now have a 328 unit building! Incredibly they started this journey by raising ALL their own capital, and only recently started using JVs. If this story leaves you wanting more and curious about how YOU can scale your portfolio just like Jose & Khadija, this is a must LISTEN! Gary also answers one of his most asked questions... Gary and Darlene have a few spots for their one-on-one mentorship program to supercharge your investment game! Receive scheduled calls and classes to help define your passion, goal setting, whiteboarding and of course scaling your investment portfolio! Check out https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship/ for more info. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How they got their start with duplexes and triplexes? BRRRR-ing was the key to early success How did they finance a 12 plex? Why did they choose to initially finance ALL their own projects? Why they chose the US to start their real estate investing journey? How were they able to build up their business? If you want to scale, you can't do it all yourself - how to build a great team of experts How and why they eventually added JV partners? The role of mindset How coaching has grown their business? And, just exactly how they purchased a 328 unit building! And MORE! Bio Jose is a seasoned and award winning real estate investor, entrepreneur, and founder of Savvy Real Estate Group. He started investing in real estate in his early 20s and grew his portfolio to over $90M in assets under management with 600 units in Ontario and Southeast U.S. Jose used multiple strategies including Duplex Conversions, Flipping, Development and now primarily the acquisition of value-add apartment buildings through effective management and major CapEx projects averaging over $1M a year in renovations. He has over 10 years of financial and investment experience and over 15 years of construction and project management experience. Khadija is a veteran real estate investor, Chief Operating Officer and co-founder of Savvy Real Estate Group. She is responsible for overseeing ongoing property operations, financing activities, property management and construction management on renovation projections. Through a keen interest and expertise in project management and a knack for operations, she and her team ensure that work is completed within the specified timeline and budget. She is responsible for interacting with site-level members to ensure
Thu, February 02, 2023
#195: Casey Combden - The Trifecta of Success- The 3 elements of Every Multi-Millionaire
#195: Casey Combden - The Trifecta of Success- The 3 elements of Every Multi-Millionaire On this episode, Gary chats with Casey Combden, founder of Human Potential International. Casey has earned over $30 million so far, and has helped over 500 couples and individuals achieve multimillion dollar success as well as network marketing. Author, lifelong learner, and mentor Casey helps others discover their true potential through the advanced awareness teachings of his certification programs. If YOU are curious about the massive success Casey has helped his clients achieve, this is a must LISTEN! Gary also shares his tip on goal setting with a whiteboard... Gary and Darlene have a few spots for their one-on-one mentorship program to supercharge your investment game! Receive scheduled calls and classes to help define your passion, goal setting, whiteboarding and of course scaling your investment portolfio! Check out https://garyhibbert.ca/vipmentorship/ for more info. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Casey's early years being a DJ His meteoric rise with Amway and how he become successful and #1 in Canada and possibly the world How this success netted him $30 million The trifectas of success and how to be successful How to awaken your true potential What is the Law Of Attraction The highs of massive success and the lows of losing it - the despair and how he was able to overcome it And MORE! Bio Casey James Combden is a passionate believer in people, having invested most of his life leading his network marketing organization of 250,000+ people in 22 countries worldwide. As a 30 Million dollar earner, his results in the industry are legendary, having empowered over 500 individuals and families to achieve a million dollars or more in the network marketing industry. His passion for empowering and inspiring people has been captured in literally 100's of audio recordings from the early 1990s to the present and is available at "NextLevelNetworker.com." An author of 5 books, Casey appeared in the movie "Pass It On" (a sequel to "The Secret") and has spoken in front of and motivated millions at conventions around the world. As a lifelong learner, Casey is a Master Practitioner of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), TLT (TimeLine Therapy), QCP (Quantum Change Process), Hypnosis, and is certified in DISC, KOLBE, and is the founder and creator of the "Ultimate Life MapTM guidance system. As the founder of Human Potential International, Casey has expanded his audience to include all industries. Today, he can be found coaching and mentoring people from all walks of life to discover their true potential through the advanced awareness teachings of his certification programs. Casey's dedi
Thu, January 26, 2023
#194: Wesley Cowan - Post-Pandemic Debt - A Trustee’s Perspective
#194: Wesley Cowan - Post-Pandemic Debt - A Trustee’s Perspective On this episode, Gary chats with Wes Cowan, Senior VP, President of MNP, a firm specializing in consumer proposals and bankruptcy proceedings. Wes has over 20 years of insolvency experience as a license insolvency expert, helping people get back on their feet, but his services are very helpful for investors who want to get back into the investing game as soon as possible. They discuss what the difference is between a consumer proposal and a bankruptcy, and which applies to certain situations. If YOU are struggling with debt, don’t abandon hope, listen to this podcast to see if MNP can help you with your situation before it gets worse! Gary also shares his goal planning ritual that he and Darlene use each year to make them crystal clear and achievable! Don't forget, Smart Home Choice is gearing up for growth mindset in 2023 and their in-person events are ramping up! Check out SmartHomeChoice.ca for a list of upcoming events. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How Wes’ 20 years of insolvency experience have given him unique knowledge to look at the overall health of the economy How does now compare with 2008 in regards to bankruptcies consumer proposals The difference between bankruptcies consumer proposals At MNP they have a unique consumer debt index, what does it tell about current financial health of Canadians with rapid interest rates How Wes thinks things are looking pre-pandemic vs. Post-pandemic How long does a bankruptcy stay on file, especially if you are wanting to get back into buying investment properties And MORE! Bio Wes Cowan, CIRP, MA, LLM is a Senior Vice-President (Partner) and Licensed Insolvency Trustee in the Kitchener Insolvency and Restructuring Group of MNP Ltd. Wes has over 20 years of experience in insolvency matters; 18 of those years as a federally licensed Insolvency Trustee. Wes was appointed Director of Consumer Insolvency for Canada at MNP Ltd. in 2019 Wes has a diverse range of experience in both personal and corporate insolvency engagements. With a focus on restructuring as an initial position, Wes has often found alternatives to bankruptcy that benefit both debtors and creditors alike. In addition, Wes has a unique perspective on tax related debt given his former role as a collections officer and auditor with the Canada Revenue Agency (Revenue Canada). Wes and his team serve clients not only from the Kitchener office, but also from the Waterloo, Cambridge, Stratford and Woodstock MNP offices, and satellite offices in Tillsonburg, Guelph, Mount Forest, Listowel and Owen Sound. In 2016 Wes completed a Master of Laws degree (LL.M.) at Osgoode Law School specializing in Bankruptcy and Ins
Thu, January 19, 2023
#193: Brian Gordon - How Property Assessments Work & The Economy
#193: Brian Gordon - How Property Assessments Work & The Economy On this episode, Gary chats with real estate investor Brian Gordon. Brian actually went to school to study real estate assessment with a side order of macroeconomics, and became an expert on the value of properties. Gary and Brian take a look at macroeconomics, inflation and the potential recession! Don't forget, Smart Home Choice is gearing up for growth mindset in 2023 and their in-person events are ramping up! Check out SmartHomeChoice.ca for a list of upcoming events. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How are properties being assessed right now in Canada How often they are assessed in Canada Because properties have increased so much lately, should investors expect property tax increases If you use Property Line, can you use that as gospel or do you need to contact the municipality to determine the legal status of your multifamily home Macroeconomics and how it impacts the world Fixed vs. Variable And MORE! Bio Brian Gordon, Real Estate Investor, has a lifelong mantra " acquiring wisdom ", enabling him to strategically help others as a wealth-generating educator and mentor. Currently, his investment portfolio includes duplexes, triplexes and vacation rentals. Brian enjoys family time, travel, providing microloans to small businesses in developing countries, and dedicating time to his community. This episode proudly sponsored by Brian Daley @ AGHI Home Inspections . Whether buying or selling a property, AGHI recognizes that the process can be stressful. It is critical that any decision you make be one that is based on knowing all of the facts. Purchasers, vendors, insurance companies and lending institutions have come to recognize the professionally trained residential home inspector as a credible source of key information vital to making these decisions, and AGHI has been doing it for over 15 years! Contact http://www.bookahomeinspection.com or call (416) 526-7482 Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca Tags:
Fri, January 13, 2023
#192: Michelle & Marten Wind - Everything You Need To Know About Student Rentals
#192: Michelle & Marten Wind - Everything You Need To Know About Student Rentals On this episode, Gary chats with the owners of Peterborough based Diligent PM, Michelle & Marten Wind. They are the true masters of student rentals, as Diligent specializes in tenant placement and management of student rentals, as well as multi family homes. Not only do they own the company, but they themselves have owned student rentals, learned many lessons and are here to share their learned experience with you. If you haven’t given any thought to student rentals and you are curious about them, DON’T MISS this episode! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How they got involved with student rentals How Diligent PM helps investors navigate the jungle of requirements for student rentals are locks even permitted on student rentals how many rooms do they typically look for what type of permits do you typically need for student rentals It is recommended or required for parents to co-sign rental agreements do you get late rent payments when dealing with students what should you do once they’ve moved in should you allow sub-letting And MORE! Marten and Michelle are full time Real Estate Investors since 2019 have been focusing their portfolio on Student Rentals, Duplex Conversions and Multifamily Properties. Since becoming real estate investors it has helped them achieve their “Why” by giving them the opportunity to work with other investors and develop many relationships along the way. Their passion to help others came from Marten’s 30+ year career in policing and serving his community and Michelle’s years of experience in sales, management and manufacturing. In 2019 they were propelled to open and create their own property management company “Diligent Property Management” allowing them to serve their community and continually elevate their expertise and knowledge in Real Estate investing and Property Management. Marten and Michelle’s goals for 2023 include a commitment to continually improve themselves and their business through education and coaching and look forward to developing relationships with others who love Real Estate Investing as much as they do. This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage brokerage in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that are engaged with our host of Realtor contacts across Canada. At BM Select we offer strategic mortgage solutions with dedicated Agent Support along with
Thu, January 05, 2023
BONUS - Gary Hibbert guests on the More To Life Real Estate Investing Podcast
BONUS - Gary Hibbert guests on the More To Life Real Estate Investing Podcast On this episode, Gary was a guest on the More To Life Real Estate Investing Podcast , hosted by Adrian Pannozzo. This conversation is full of actionable advice, elite knowledge about the investing game and super informative for those new to investing or looking to do more! Gary’s story continues to inspire other would-be investors, and his coaching and mentoring help people scale their portfolios and create systems for success. Oh, and Gary’s made a few mistakes and he willingly shares many of his ‘finer’ moments! Don’t miss Gary’s tip for this episode about how *everything* is an investment, so you should invest your time wisely! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Strategies over the years that Gary and Darlene have used What to look for in an investment property Goal setting Design your dream life Some of the hard and soft costs How to build a great team to focus on what you’re good at Achieving geographical freedom And MORE! Bio Gary Hibbert | Investment Realtor Ninja Sales Rep @ Our Neighbourhood Realty Say hi at gary@smarthomechoice.ca Gary Hibbert is a full time Real Estate investor, licensed Real Estate agent, achieving various Realtor awards and educator. In 2008 he purchased his first investment property and through hard work and dedication left the regiment of the corporate world to become a full time entrepreneur in 2014. Gary has helped hundreds of clients with creating a wealth strategy plan through public speaking, online webinars and even has his own Podcast channel dedicated to inspire and educate anyone willing to change their mindset. He continues to play an active role in his community by attending corporate, private and school events to educate adults and especially children. Gary’s inspiration and hard work comes from his passion in helping others and wanting to make a difference in their lives. Being able to design a lifestyle of your choice is not an easy feat however, it’s attainable as long as you have passion and know what your ‘why’ is. Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca This episode proudly sponsored by SFG Paralegal. Today's podcast is brought to you by SFG paralegal. Their services are all about advocating for your best interests. With a team experience of over 15 years, they assist everyday people with their legal queries and matters. They are skilled in landlord and tenant board, small claims court and human rights, among others. The
Thu, December 29, 2022
BONUS: Gary Hibbert guests on the Level Up Podcast
#BONUS: Gary Hibbert guests on the Level Up Podcast On this episode, Gary was a guest on the Level UP podcast. This conversation is full of actionable advice, elite knowledge about the investing game and super informative for those new to investing or looking to do more! We touch on how the current real estate market has changed investing and the strategies to take, what to look for in an investment property, and some of the hard and soft numbers to consider when looking at an investment. We also have some great talks on goal setting and focus to create a life by design! Learn more about Gary Hibbert and all the work he does here: https://garyhibbert.ca/ WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: The market conditions as of September 2022, when this podcast was recorded Strategies over the years What to look for in an investment property Some of the hard and soft costs Goal setting Design your dream life And MORE! Bio Gary Hibbert | Investment Realtor Ninja Sales Rep @ Our Neighbourhood Realty Say hi at gary@smarthomechoice.ca Gary Hibbert is a full time Real Estate investor, licenced Real Estate agent, achieving various Realtor awards and educator. In 2008 he purchased his first investment property and through hard work and dedication left the regiment of the corporate world to become a full time entrepreneur in 2014. Gary has helped hundreds of clients with creating a wealth strategy plan through public speaking, online webinars and even has his own Podcast channel dedicated to inspire and educate anyone willing to change their mindset. He continues to play an active role in his community by attending corporate, private and school events to educate adults and especially children. Gary’s inspiration and hard work comes from his passion in helping others and wanting to make a difference in their lives. Being able to design a lifestyle of your choice is not an easy feat however, it’s attainable as long as you have passion and know what your ‘why’ is. Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill
Thu, December 22, 2022
#191: Jennifer Hunt - Lifestyle Real Estate Investing | Real Estate as Self Care
#191: Jennifer Hunt - Lifestyle Real Estate Investing | Real Estate as Self Care On this episode, Gary chats with good friend and previous guest Jennifer Hunt, in an unscripted conversation about real estate can help you create your desired lifestyle. Jennifer is a real estate investing expert, having invested in student rentals, short term rentals, apartment and multi-family, and now luxury vacation rentals, for investors to also make use of. Rent out your property for most of the year, but reserve some prime time for you and your family! Own properties around the globe, and visit all of them! Not to be missed episode if you are curious about short term or vacation rentals! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What is lifestyle investing all about Vacation rentals are a great way to diversify What’s happening with the economy Mortgages in the US vs Canada Is now a good time to invest How Jennifer is repositioning her business Money printing, what her concerns are Where the economy is going over the next couple of years The benefits of investing in different currencies and how it helps with Real Estate And MORE! Bio Jennifer Hunt, is an international real estate investment expert, a former vice-president of research for a real estate education company and Sponsor of Ventures With Adventures. With over 21 years of investment, management, development, construction, and financing in excess of US$ 25 million in projects, Jennifer continues to share her knowledge, experience, systems and spreadsheets to help others define and create financial freedom and their Life By Design, through real estate. Ms. Hunt is a veteran of the real estate investment business with over twenty (20) years of experience in investment, management, development, construction, and financing in excess of US$ 25 million in projects. During her career she has served as a director on numerous occasions and has also served as an executive of over ten (10) different companies directly and indirectly involved in real estate ownership and investment. Ms. Hunt’s diverse portfolio has been spread across much of Canada and the United States, with multiple projects in the Oahu, Hawaii area. She enjoys a national reputation as an international real estate specialist and analyst and is an expert consultant emphasizing strategic repositioning of real estate. Ms. Hunt has extensive experience in various phases of the real estate business, including but not limited to acquiring, managing, repositioning and divesting real estate, including: vacation rentals, short-term rentals, single family, student housing, duplexes, triplexes, multifamily, and more. Corporate real estate ventures include industrial real estate development projects and commercial real estate leases in both Canada and the US. Contact: YourVWA.com <a href= "mailto:inf
Thu, December 15, 2022
#190: Alfonso Cuadra - How Leaders Are Born
#190: Alfonso Cuadra - How Leaders Are Born On this episode, Gary chats with previous guest Alfonso Cuadra in an unscripted conversation about how leaders are born. Like Alfonso says, he doesn’t just drop nuggets of info on Real Talk, he’s dropping BOMBS! They focus on Alfonso’s interpretation of the current market, as well as mindset. If you’ve never heard an episode with Alfonso, be prepared for the BIG energy he brings, banish your fears, find creative solutions to negative cash flow, as well as dropping those truth bombs! Not to be missed. And don’t forget, Gary and Darlene’s VIP mentoring program starts up again in February, so go to GaryHibbert.ca to make sure you take advantage of one on one coaching, and how to reverse engineer the life of your dreams. How to run your proformas, joint ventures, outsource, tax accounting, bookkeeping, and many more things in depth to supercharge your portfolio. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why Alfonso doesn’t watch the news, but watches the markets, including the bond market Why he takes the long view of markets and investments Don’t make a decision based on today’s markets, understand where you’re going There will always be something or uncertainty that impacts the markets, so take a long view What is “Stabilize, optimize and maximize” How he almost went bankrupt, and HOW he didn’t How to be solution oriented Why mindset matters Fixed or variable right now Why real estate is a forgiving investment Why you don’t win by giving up Get creative with problem solving And MORE! Bio As a Successful entrepreneur of 23 years, Alfonso Cuadra brings a lot of his life experiences to his speaking. He has the experience, talent and versatility to work with you to tailor your presentation to the exact needs of your audience. He is passionate about sharing his story and inspiring others to create the life they want. He is truly in the business of changing lives and has a special gift in his ability to connect with people and move them forward. Alfonso offers his expertise through keynotes and workshops along with personal and business coaching. Contact: Web: http://alfonsocuadra.ca Insta: https://www.instagram.com/alfonsocuadra/ This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borro
Thu, December 08, 2022
#189: Ryan Carr - HGTV Hoarder House Flipper
#189: Ryan Carr - HGTV Hoarder House Flipper On this episode, Gary and Quinton Cordick chat with real estate investor, one of the featured hosts of HGTV's 'Hoarder House Flippers', and podcast host Ryan Carr. This is the 4th appearance for Ryan on Gary's show, and again drops some incredible information about our current market conditions, as well as what it takes to be a successful flipper. If you're not aware of flipping as a strategy or never tried, here's a no-risk/all-benefit way to up your knowledge and see if flipping can help you! Listen out for Gary’s tip from a quote, that's crucial to success and happiness! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How Ryan and his wife Kiki got started on HGTV's 'Hoarder House Flippers' How can you see what's happening when you're considering a house to flip How you should have a vision for what can be done, past the clutter and minor details A discussion of he current market What Ryan's doing to prepare for the market shift How he's buying properties What he's doing with his current businesses An important convo about CAN you quit your day job and live off the cashflow And MORE! Bio Ryan Carr is a full-time real estate investor from the Durham Region who specializes in helping homeowners get out of tough situations. His company, R.W. Carr Investments, has completed dozens of transactions with people across the GTA where debt, timing, maintenance, and repairs, or family nuances are a critical component to the deal. Additional information about Ryan: As a prior auto mechanic and custom metal fabricator, his involvement with real estate began in 2012 with a rural bank-sale property, quickly followed by the first "fixer-upper" bungalow. Previous to the vertical split technique (A clever method of adding 2nd units to existing homes), this bungalow was converted to a legal basement apartment. The progression from these initial properties, and subsequent resale lead to fantastic experiences which propelled the concept of "vertical split" homes into the marketplace. As home values began to rise with the Durham Region, the cash flow crunch became the mainstream, which transformed the housing industry in 2 ways. The first being a solution to covering monthly expenses on properties, and the second being outside investor interest. His business now focuses on purchasing properties from homeowners in sticky situations quickly and quietly. Ryan also is also involved in partner opportunities, mentorship programs, and speaking engagements. He continues to innovate the industry with residential real estate purchases, coaching, new construction techniques, JV Partnerships, flipping, and small scale development. The purchasing of residential real estate has become a true passion, not just a business endeavour.
Thu, December 01, 2022
#188: Daniel Foch & Nick Hill - A Bird’s Eye View Of The Economy
#188: Daniel Foch & Nick Hill - A Bird’s Eye View Of The Economy On this episode, Gary chats with real estate agent Daniel Foch and mortgage agent Nick Hill, hosts of the Canadian Real Estate Investor podcast. They data driven podcast analyses the market and explains what’s happening in layman’s terms. They chat with Gary about whether we are in a better market today than earlier this year, the various markets and where you should invest, and HOW to buy in each of the markets. If you’re unsure if now is a good time to invest and WHERE to invest, this is the podcast for you. And Gary has a tip for preparing for a rainy day! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How their podcast helps investors clarifying their investments strategies Are we in a better market now than earlier this year, or during covid Ontario, outskirts or other provinces How to buy in each of these markets Where are the current opportunities, what markets and where should you invest A discussion about fixed and variable rates The looming food and energy crisis Inflation and the battle governments face dealing with it How currencies dip due to policies Raising capital Multiple exit strategies Review of economies in other parts of the world and how it relates to us and investing decisions moving forward And MORE! Bio Nick Hill is a Real Estate Investor, Podcast Host and Mortgage Agent. He loves to connect with people that share his passion for real estate, business, construction and architecture. When Nicks not funding mortgage deals or talking about real estate on the podcast you catch him playing double bogey golf and watching F1. Daniel Foch is a Real Estate Investor, Podcast Host and Realtor. His passion and knowledge of the Real Estate industry has led him to be a prominent figure in Canadian business and real estate media. Dan is a family man and enjoys working & living on his hobby farm north of the city. This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage brokerage in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that are engaged with our host of Realtor contacts across Canada. At BM Select we offer strategic mortgage solutions with dedicated Agent Support along with leading-edge Underwriting and Fulfillment Services that allow you to sleep well knowing your mortgage transactions are being handled by top quality professionals. To find out more, v
Thu, November 24, 2022
#187: Gail Sauer - Waking Up To Your Life
#187: Gail Sauer - Waking Up To Your Life On week 4 of Women In Business, Gary chats with naturopathic doctor Gail Sauer. Gary's mantra of 'Health, Wealth and Everything in Between' is on full display in this episode. You CAN'T build a strong business without having a strong foundation of good health. Gail teaches everyone how to reduce stress and enhance focus with her CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) course, allowing you more clarity, better quality of life, and building your mindset for success! Her focus is truly how to help you find YOU! Gary opens up and shares some dark moments in his life that he's never talked about that lead to breakthroughs. Tune in to find out how Dr. Sauer can help you discover what's truly important and give you the mindest tools to get you there! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Her profession as a naturopathic doctor and why she chose it What her focus is as an ND What is meditation and does it help with anxiety and depression What is the Ego and is it separate from us Who we are beyond our thoughts How some of our darkest moments and times can lead to huge breakthroughs A look at DMT, LSD, Iowaska/ayahuasca The mental health crisis happening today What is the law of attraction and does it even work Dr. Sauer's 8 week program on mindfulness-based stress reduction and cognitive therapy And MORE! Bio BIO: Dr Gail Sauer ND (FABNO: recognized and delegated by the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology) As the founder and director of Silver Spruce Naturopathic, Dr. Sauer has a lifelong passion and interest in the profound interplay of mental, emotional, and physical facets of healing. She began her journey through meditation at the age of 16 and further explored her practice at a Yoga ashram in India in her 20's. Through this experience, Dr. Sauer came to appreciate not only the efficacy of alternative and complementary modalities but also the importance of quantifiable research to support their use. The quest for amalgamation of Eastern wisdom and scientific confirmation inspired her to pursue post-graduate studies at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. In practice for 15 years and honoring the fervent interest in learning and evolving, Dr. Sauer has expanded her expertise as an accredited Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology. She has additional accreditation in Bioidentical Hormone Prescribing and Functional Medicine and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy and Stress Reduction (University of Toronto and Harvard Medical School). Dr. Sauer has become a leading practitioner in her field, growing Silver Spruce Naturopathic into a multi-disciplinary, IV (intravenous) and wellness clinic. She continues to be passionate about her vocation and practices yoga and meditation daily. This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pocke
Thu, November 17, 2022
#186: Adriana Ostapenko - Building Businesses & Designing Dreams
#186: Adriana Ostapenko - Building Businesses & Designing Dreams On week 3 of Women In Business, Gary chats with multi-family investor Adriana Ostapenko, an exceptionally successful investor. She shares her most costly mistakes, how she learned she doesn’t enjoy everything about real estate so delegates, and what she’s EXCITED for the current market - REALLY?? Yes… Tune in to find out WHY! Gary’s quote for this week: “At this very moment you don’t need anything else to make you happy, it’s simply a choice.” If you are unhappy with life or your progress, let Adriana put you on the path to success! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why multi-family investing became the cornerstone of her portfolio How did she scale her business for massive success Why she delegates things she doesn’t like doing, and why that works Some mistakes with JV partners on early deals in her career Why she’s excited about the CURRENT market! How she adopted the mindset to create her ideal life and design her dreams What scares her Why having clear goals and expectations creates massive shifts and growth And MORE! Bio Adriana is the Founder of Ace Properties and started investing in Real Estate back in 2016. She co-owns a construction company that was established 12 years ago in the Greater Toronto Area, and specialized in MultiFamily BRRR projects. Her main focus presently is on restructuring assets to give back to the communities she operates in, while expanding her portfolio and reach. Adriana also co-owns an REI Focused Virtual Assistant Agency, TurnKey Virtual Agency, for the investor looking for assistance with social media management, bookkeeping, web design, backend and systems, and overall, internet presence! The agency specializes in providing areal estate educated team that is well versed in the needs of the busy investor looking to outsource and establish a team and ally to learn the inside of their business and take on time consuming tasks that are otherwise hindering the opportunity to scale. This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises, including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca<
Thu, November 10, 2022
#185: Aleksandra Sydorow & Aisha Govani - Awakening The Inner Power of Women
#185: Aleksandra Sydorow & Aisha Govani - Awakening The Inner Power of Women On this episode Gary chats with good friends, investors and business builders Aleksandra Sydorow & Aisha Govani. This powerhouse duo own several businesses each and together, and they are busy investors. They put a priority on work/life balance, and real estate investing offers just that! They play to their strengths and delegate the rest. If you're looking for inspiration on the next challenge for your career, THIS is a must listen! As Gary says, "inspiration doesn't wear you out, physical activity can. So if you're not inspired day to day by what you're doing, change it, now!" WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How they got their start in real estate investing Why they love their 'inspired' beach resort and is it for you Why they are podcasting with 'Insights To Investing' Their multi family investor show and how it can help you Why they own their own social media business Why they have a property management business as well What is their 'Sell, Rent or Stay' business Why they set-up a mid-term rental business, and why Gary is considering using them And the still have time for buying investment properties! Why learning as they go leads to mistakes, but incredible learning opportunities How hanging out with like minded people elevates them and their businesses The importance of recognizing your strengths and DELEGATING the rest And MORE! Bios Aisha Govani Aisha Govani is a real estate investor and co-founder of www.SellRentStay.com . After working in the Non-Profit Sector for over 4 years, Aisha wanted to build a life where she was working towards financial freedom so that she would have time for her family and herself. After purchasing her first few investment properties and having first-hand experience managing them, Aisha came to realize that expanding her real estate portfolio would be the key to designing the life she always wanted. With a passion for education combined with real estate, Aisha was thrilled to join the Sarah Larbi Development Team in 2021. She now works very closely with Sarah and her students. Aisha thrives in working with other investors in a space where education and networking have allowed them to grow as real estate investors. Aisha is the Co-Host of The Everyday Investor Podcast and also a Guest Co Host- Where Should I Invest Real Estate Podcast with Sarah Larbi. Working with two of the Top Real Estate Investor Education Platforms, Aisha has had the pleasure of sharing real estate insights from some of the top investors in Canada with her listeners. Aleksandra Sydorow Aleksandra (Alek
Thu, November 03, 2022
#184: Sarah Eder - Building A Business During Challenging Times
#184: Sarah Eder - Building A Business During Challenging Times On this episode Gary chats with full time investor Sarah Eder of Sarah Eder Investments. October is dedicated to women in business, so all podcasts in November will be about women in business! A former professional athlete, she ‘retired’ from athletics and decided to move into real estate after seeing many other investors owning multiple properties and knew she could too! She made many mistakes and is here to share them with everyone, and also how to NOT repeat them! Plus, THREE amazing tips from Gary on getting your financial house in order. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How she first started with real estate investing How she worked for a property management company and loved showing rentals The good, bad and UGLY of joint ventures (JVs) and what to be aware of How she built her business and the mistakes she made Why she hired a business consultant to evaluate and pick her business apart Her favourite book that helped grow her business Her recent cottage purchase Not always taking the first appraisal at face value And MORE! Bio Sarah Eder is a full-time real estate investor, and CEO of Sarah Eder Investments. Originally from the small northern city of Sault Ste. Marie, she’s been an entrepreneur from the age of 19 and has successfully helped many start-ups thrive in their industries. After retiring from a successful professional athletic career at 26, Sarah decided to focus on her second passion; providing affordable, clean rental units in Ontario, and renovating houses to bring them back to their former glory. Since embarking in real estate in 2018, she has become an expert in buying and renovating multi-family properties, student rentals, commercial developments and Airbnb’s; scaling to over 200+ doors in less than 4 years (all without any of her own money!). Now financially free and out of the 9-5 grind, she’s continuing to expand her portfolio across North America, while also passing on the knowledge she’s gained to investors wanting a better life through real estate investing, through her Freedom Builder Academy. This episode proudly sponsored by SFG Paralegal. Today's podcast is brought to you by SFG paralegal. Their services are all about advocating for your best interests. With a team experience of over 15 years, they assist everyday people with their legal queries and matters. They are skilled in landlord and tenant board, small claims court and human rights, among others. They are professionals and S.F. Paralegal are exactly who you want in your corner. Find them at: SFG Paralegal. Other Links: Private In
Wed, October 26, 2022
#183: Daniel Patton & Lorenz Podda - How To Survive This Real Estate Market
#183: Daniel Patton & Lorenz Podda - How To Survive This Real Estate Market On this episode Gary chats with Daniel Patton & Lorenzo Podda from BM Select. No backstory, this podcast is to help you survive this market that changes almost daily. If you are an investor, POTENTIAL investor or are concerned/ worried about your portfolio, or if THIS is still a good time to buy, you can't miss this one! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What is the Prime rate What is the Bank Of Canada rate What is the overnight rate What is a trigger rate The difference between fixed and variable rates What is an adjustable rate mortgage What's happening and what you should pay attention to in the bond market, and how it impacts rates How much higher they think the rates will go Is now the right time to turn your HELOC into a mortgage What they see other investors doing now to structure, de-leveraging or selling Are Vendor Take Backs (VTBs) a good option right now The mindset you need to put yourself at ease right now in this market What is happening with prices and inventory, and is this a good time to buy And MORE! Bios Daniel Patton has worked in the mortgage business for over 18 years and has established himself as one of the top mortgage agents in Canada. Along with his business partner Dave Butler of Butler Mortgages, Daniel has helped grow BM Select into the number 1 brokerage for investors by working closely with his clients on a day to day basis. Whether it be a self employed investor, first time investor or seasoned veteran looking for ways to acquire more properties, Daniel and his team have years of experience planning and strategically helping investors from all areas both inside and outside of Ontario. "Investors, much like houses come in all different shapes and sizes, We must adapt to their situation and find ways to get approvals. Not every situation is alike and some require more time and patience, we strive on putting together a plan and working closely with our investors and love helping them achieve their financial goals and freedom." Daniel was Ranked as the number 14 mortgage broker in Canada in 2019 by CMP Magazine and along with his team of investor savvy mortgage experts, they look to build on what is already been an amazing journey. Lorenzo Podda is the Manager of the Underwriting Department at BM Select. He began his career at BM Select at the age of 17 while attending University for a Commerce Degree. Currently, at the age of 23, he manages a team of 11 Underwriters. Although, he has only been in the mortgage industry since 2017, Lorenzo has managed to guide and assist the BM Select team and has played an instrumental role in the teams number 1 standing over the past several years. This episode proudly sponsored by <a href= "
Thu, October 20, 2022
#182: Tyson George - How I Purchased My First Property at 15 Years Old
#182: Tyson George - How I Purchased My First Property at 15 Years Old On this episode Gary chats with 19 year old full-time real estate entrepreneur and realtor Tyson George. Tyson got his first investment property in London Ontario at 15…FIFTEEN! How does that happen? He couldn’t show income, he couldn’t get a mortgage, he couldn’t even sign the contract, so how did he do it? And how did he scale to multi-unit short term rental buildings in Curaçao in the last FOUR years? If you are an investor or POTENTIAL investor of ANY age, DO NOT MISS this podcast! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How DOES a 15 year old buy a property? How he shared his story onstage and on TV at the age of 16 How he was able to save up his down payment He was doing JV's before he knew they were called JV's Why he bought within a corporation Some very creative financing strategies How and why he bought a house within 2 hours from a seller then rented it back to them What is his 3 month BRRRR strategy How to use private funds The importance of being LASER focused How he educated himself to grow The books he’s currently reading And MORE! Bio Tyson is a 19 year old landlord who purchased his first investment property at the age of 15. He started at the early age of nine with $500 in his pocket. He was inspired by his grandfather to grow his savings, so he bought and sold items on Kijiji and Facebook. He saved his earnings for six years until he had enough for a down payment on an investment property. Tyson has been featured on CBC News, Global News Toronto, CFPL 980 Radio station, 30 Minutes to Wealth (Season Two), and Kijiji Canada Commercial. He currently owns 72 doors with 42 of them being international. He hopes to achieve his goal of being able to help others and to have ultimate financial freedom in life. Contact Facebook: Tyson George Instagram: Tysn.7 This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage brokerage in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that are engaged with our host of Realtor contacts across Canada. At BM Select we offer strategic mortgage solutions with dedicated Agent Support along with leading-edge Underwriting and Fulfillment Services that allow you to sleep well knowing your mortgage transaction
Thu, October 13, 2022
#181: Brady McDonald - 75 Hard, How To Scale Your Lifestyle & Portfolio
#181: Brady McDonald - 75 Hard, How To Scale Your Lifestyle & Portfolio On this episode Gary chats with past guest, and real estate entrepreneur Brady McDonald. No back story here, listen to his prior appearance for his start, as THIS podcast is about how his portfolio has EXPLODED in the last few years. Flips, self-storage and more, in OTHER states while he’s living in Florida. If you’re curious to learn how this investor scaled his portfolio with multiple strategies in a short period of time, THIS podcast is for you! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why systems (and what they are) are the KEY to his scaling his portfolio Why you should take action, make mistakes and learn from them Why taking action is WAY more important than being perfect How that plays into creating systems to duplicate your success How he and his team work across borders How he creates effective teams The power of mindset The power of your network and inner circle and how they help your portfolio grow Mentorship and how he used it How he’s buying and building self storages What doing the 75 hard helped clarify things for him and changed his life And MORE! Bio Brady McDonald is an 8 figure entrepreneur & leader who thrives testing the limits both in business and in mindset through endurance sports. He has built a real estate empire in both Canada and the USA. At the age of 30, while working as an arborist, Brady wanted more and after realizing the life that investing in real estate could potentially provide he relentlessly took massive action! In only 7 years he has transacted in over $200 M in multi-family real estate, built a portfolio holdings of over $100 M all while living his ideal, dream board, lifestyle with his wife and two young daughters. More recently they have expanded from multi-family into developing state of the art self storage facilities across the US sunbelt and have partnered with people like Bryan & Sarah Baeumler, from HGTV. Links www.brightworkdev.com brady@brightworkdev.com Accredited investors who want to invest in self storage can go to www.brigthworkinvestor.com Instagram: Brady.mcdonald84 This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum retur
Sat, October 08, 2022
#180: Jack Drinkwalter - 23 Years Old & 23 Doors
#180: Jack Drinkwalter - 23 Years Old & 23 Doors On this episode Gary chats with relatively new investor Jack Drinkwalter. Jack has been investing only 4 years in North Bay, but has achieved massive success by showing no fear and knowing his numbers. He didn’t want to work a 9-5 anymore, so bought his first JV at 19 and hasn’t looked back, by refi-ing and buying multi-unit. No matter your age, if YOU are wanting more time and money freedom than a 9-5 job offer you, THIS podcast is for you! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How his first property ignited his property acquisitions Who was his first JV partner Does his still believe in JVs Why he only owns ONE single family home - his own Why multi family Why he believes investors, and ordinary people should show no fear and pursue their dreams Is he stopping at 23 doors How he moved from a car salesman in the pandemic to a full time investor Why he now owns a property management company serving other investors Tenants And MORE! Bio Hi, I’m Jack Drinkwalter, I’m a young real-estate entrepreneur born and raised in North Bay, Ontario. I started buying rental properties while attending my local University and working full time as a car salesman. My first deal was a house Hack. I purchased a 5-bedroom house, lived in one bedroom and rented out the others to friends. In 2020 during covid I purchased my second property with a JV partner (My Dad) we purchased a run-down duplex and implemented the BRRRR strategy. After refinancing my second deal I’ve been able to scale fairly quickly. I now own 8 properties (23 units) and a property management/contracting company “Aedo Properties” that currently manages 40 units for other investors. Contact Jack: aedoproperties.ca Insta: jack_therealestateinvestor This episode proudly sponsored by Brian Daley @ AGHI Home Inspections . Whether buying or selling a property, AGHI recognizes that the process can be stressful. It is critical that any decision you make be one that is based on knowing all of the facts. Purchasers, vendors, insurance companies and lending institutions have come to recognize the professionally trained residential home inspector as a credible source of key information vital to making these decisions, and AGHI has been doing it for over 15 years! Contact http://www.bookahomeinspection.com or call (416) 526-7482 Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca<s
Thu, September 29, 2022
#179: Randy Cleveland - Escaping The Rat Race
#179: Randy Cleveland - Escaping The Rat Race On this episode Gary and guest cohost Christopher Hummell chat with serial entrepreneur, 10 year Smart Home Choice member and great friend Randy Cleveland. He’s done the corporate 9-5, but started investing in real estate before leaving his full time job to venture out into franchising. He’s almost done it all, so if YOU are stuck in a 9-5 job and are looking at achieving a higher potential, THIS podcast is for you! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why he hasn’t received a paycheque from anyone else in over 20 YEARS! How he started down the entrepreneurial path The first franchise he bought into How to structure your JV deals Get past the fear of JVs How to overcome roadblocks How to cut through the noise of the market and economic news How he and his family took a year off to tour the world What’s his why And MORE! Bio Randy is an Entrepreneur, Small Business Owner, and Real Estate Investor. Escaping the rat race is Randy’s biggest accomplishment and although he still works today, he also enjoys a flexible schedule and hobbies such as boating and travelling—30 countries so far and adding a new country this December! On the Real Estate front, Randy has built a modest portfolio of 15 rental units where 6 are personally owned and 9 are joint ventures. This was instrumental in transitioning from corporate employment to self-employment. Randy is still adding more joint venture partners for future investments. On the small business front, Randy started a chain of Buy & Sell stores in the GTA called Buy & Sell Kings. There are currently stores in Oshawa, Ajax, Scarborough, and Toronto. These stores sell new and used items including video games, jewellery, electronics, power tools, musical instruments, and more. Over the years Randy sold the Scarborough and Toronto locations and currently operates the Ajax (95 Bayly St. W.) and Oshawa (199 Wentworth St. W.) locations. Prior to becoming a self-employed entrepreneur, Randy worked 10 years in the corporate world as an Electronics Engineer in California and a Project Manager in Toronto. This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage brokerage in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that are engaged with our
Wed, September 21, 2022
#178: Antoinette & Dwayne Lawrence - What's Required When Scaling Your Real Estate Portfolio?
#178: Antoinette & Dwayne Lawrence - What's Required When Scaling Your Real Estate Portfolio? On this episode Gary chats with Antoinette & Dwayne Lawrence, Smart Home Choice members for the last 4 years. On this podcast they share their real story of how they joined a Fast Start Class for Beginning Investors and purchased 1 property right away! They didn't do anything for a couple of years and then purchased a few more! Do YOU have 1 or 2 properties and are not sure HOW to continue to grow and scale your real estate business? Don't miss this chat where Dwayne and Antoinette share their experiences on how to scale! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How the Fast Start class got them investing quickly Why they didn't invest again for a few years How they got 3 properties in 1 year! Importance of having a team around you Don't need to know everything, but you need to know where to go to get answers First JV - what to do and what not to do The importance of mindset What books they're reading Lessons they've learned from books, podcasts, and the fast start class WHAT'S NEXT for them And MORE! Bios Dwayne and Antoinette have started an incredible journey and are focused on succeeding! They attended Smart Home Choice Inc, Fast Start training class for brand new investors in 2018, where they learned some of the fundamental basics of real estate investing. They have their eyes set on the prize, and after completing their Financing Strategy Call with Darlene and Gary, and guidance from their coach Christopher, they were able to purchase multiple cash-flowing properties in Peterborough and Lindsay. This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca Tags:<span class="Ap
Thu, September 15, 2022
#177: Josh Findlay & Ehren Laycock - Mortgages & The Current State Of The Economy
#177: Josh Findlay & Ehren Laycock - Mortgages & The Current State Of The Economy On this episode Gary chats with Josh & Ehren from the Findlay Mortgage Team, recurring guests on the Real Estate Channel on YouTube. They discuss the current market, what their clients are doing with debt, the importance of running and knowing your numbers, what caused this inflation and SO much more! Are YOU concerned about the current economy and where it’s heading? Don’t miss this chat where the team shares information and strategies to help you ride out this dip! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Everything about mortgages Where the market is today and where they think it might go The importance of running and knowing your numbers What are trigger rates? What the Findlay team is seeing with their clients and restructuring debts What are their clients asking of them now What are promissory notes, and why you need to be careful with them Rate increases from the Bank Of Canada What caused this current inflation Are we in a recession And MORE! Bios The Findlay Mortgage Team was born out of the idea that through exceptional service and expertise they can create a world of more accessible capital for their clients. With a speciality in creative financing for large multi family properties, the Findlay Team prides themselves on being financial architects that mould a unique financing solution with Canadian Real Estate Investors looking to build and scale their portfolios long term. With +400M in mortgages funded, throughout their business’ journey they have been able to create a solid network of financial lenders, real estate investors, realtors & lawyers including being a regular feature on The Canadian Real Estate Channel with +84,000 subscribers! This episode pr
Thu, September 08, 2022
BONUS: Gary Hibbert on the Wine & Real Estate podcasts - Creating Mini Retirements & Designing a Lifestyle of Your Choice
BONUS: Gary Hibbert on the Wine & Real Estate podcasts - Creating Mini Retirements & Designing a Lifestyle of Your Choice On this episode Gary is interviewed by the hosts on the podcast Wine & Real Estate, on how to create yearly mini retirements and designing a lifestyle of your choice. Gary and his wife Darlene started down the path years ago of transitioning from a 9-5 to a life where THEY had more control of work/life balance, which lead to being semi-retired for 2 months in the winter, and two months every summer! Are YOU interested in being semi retired twice a year and designing a life like this, where YOU are in control of your work/life balance? Don’t miss this chat where Gary shares information and tips to enable you to have this life as well… WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How and WHY you’d like to design and live a life by design How this lifestyle can lead to early retirement The tools that Gary uses to work, grow and change his mindset The power of goal setting The value and importance of communication Why it’s important to have a WHY How many doors is enough Aligning your goals with your desired lifestyle And MORE! Bios Gary Hibbert | Investment Realtor Ninja Sales Rep @ Our Neighbourhood Realty Say hi at gary@smarthomechoice.ca Gary Hibbert is a full time Real Estate investor, licenced Real Estate agent, achieving various Realtor awards and educator. In 2008 he purchased his first investment property and through hard work and dedication left the regiment of the corporate world to become a full time entrepreneur in 2014. Gary has helped hundreds of clients with creating a wealth strategy plan through public speaking, online webinars and even has his own Podcast channel dedicated to inspire and educate anyone willing to change their mindset. He continues to play an active role in his community by attending corporate, private and school events to educate adults and especially children. Gary’s inspiration and hard work comes from his passion in helping others and wanting to make a difference in their lives. Being able to design a lifestyle of your choice is not an easy feat however, it’s attainable as long as you have passion and know what your ‘why’ is. Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage brokerage in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as sp
Thu, September 01, 2022
#176: Dan Schofield - Understanding The Landlord & Tenant Law In Ontario
#176: Dan Schofield - Understanding The Landlord & Tenant Law In Ontario On this episode Gary chats with friend and senior partner in SFG Paralegal, Dan Schofield, along with guest co host Quinton Cordick. If you are a landlord or THINKING of being one, this critical episode is for YOU. You WILL need legal representation at some point in your investing journey, and SFG is here to open your eyes about potential issues with tenants and the Landlord Tenant Board! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What is a paralegal Difference between a paralegal and lawyer The N4 process Who can serve it Do all tenants in the dwelling need to be on the form How do you deal with tenants complaining about tenants How much notice is required to enter What if tenants invite you in when you’re there What if tenant installs something without a permit What if a tenant moves someone else in And MORE! Bio Dan Schofield is a Senior Partner with SFG Paralegal Services LLP . Dan’s main areas of focus are regulatory tribunals such as RECO and FSRA, the Human Rights Tribunal, Landlord and Tenant Board and the Small Claims Court. Dan appears before these tribunals on an average of 15 times per month and has been licensed to provide legal services in Ontario for 6 years. Contact: SFGParalegal.ca This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises., including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca Tags: #realestateincanada, #realestatecanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #investplusrealty, #househunting, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #mindset, #realtor, #realestate, #explicit, #howtobuyrea
Wed, August 24, 2022
ARCHIVE: Mandy Branham - The Mindset To Joint Venture Success
ARCHIVE: Mandy Branham - The Mindset To Joint Venture Success On this archive episode from 2018, Gary chats with Mandy Branham, the JV Queen about everything JV - Joint Venture! Almost every real estate investor runs out of capital at some point, and if you want to continue investing, you’ll need to find $$$ for down payments sooner rather than later. JVs come with incredible opportunities as well as some risk, so if you are considering Joint Ventures, THIS is the episode for you! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What is a Joint Venture How is it structured and the most common splits used What are some of the red flags to be aware of before partnering with someone How easy is it to attract a JV partner with money when YOU don’t have money Why your first JV deal may not work out exactly as planned What’s more important - selling yourself or selling the deal itself? And MORE! Bio Mandy Branham CEO of Solutions Driven is a hard-working entrepreneur that realized back in 2007 that she was working hard to make others rich and she was just simply getting by. Mandy is a Wife to Larry, mother to Megan and Jacob, daughter and sister. She is a great listener, straight shooter, no BS kinda girl. From the outside she is confident and strong. From the inside she is, like many others, still finding the inner self-confidence and self-love. Mandy is a dedicated community supporter, providing many services and giving of her time on boards and committees to better the future of her town. Mandy has appeared as a panelist at the Investor Forum – Toronto Ontario – speaking on Joint Ventures and the Joint Venture Agreements. Mandy has also been a Guest on “THE EVERYDAY INVESTOR” SHOW hosted by Rav Toor along with several other local Real Estate Investing Podcasts sharing her expertise about Joint Ventures and Create Deal Structures to help expand a portfolio. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/solutionsdrivenpropertygroup Instagram: http://instagram.com/J_v_Queen Website: https://Mandybranham.com This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage brokerage in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that are engaged with our host of Realtor contacts across Canada. At BM Select we offer strategic mortgage solutions with dedicated Agent Support along with leading-edge U
Thu, August 18, 2022
BONUS: Gary Hibbert on The Everyday Investor - How To Live A Life By Design
On this episode Gary is interviewed by Aleks Sydorow & Aisha Govani on their podcast The Everyday Investor Podcast, on how to live a life by design. Gary and his wife Darlene started down the path years ago of transitioning from a 9-5 to a life where THEY had more control of work/life balance, which lead to being semi-retired for 2 months in the winter, and two months every summer! Are YOU interested in designing a life like this, where YOU are in control of your work/life balance? Don’t miss this chat where Gary shares information and tips to enable you to have this life as well… WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How and WHY you’d like to design and live a life by design How this lifestyle can lead to early retirement The tools that Gary uses to work, grow and change his mindset The power of goal setting The value and importance of communication Aligning your goals with your desired lifestyle And MORE! Bio Gary Hibbert | Investment Realtor Ninja Sales Rep @ Our Neighbourhood Realty Say hi at gary@smarthomechoice.ca Gary Hibbert is a full time Real Estate investor, licenced Real Estate agent, achieving various Realtor awards and educator. In 2008 he purchased his first investment property and through hard work and dedication left the regiment of the corporate world to become a full time entrepreneur in 2014. Gary has helped hundreds of clients with creating a wealth strategy plan through public speaking, online webinars and even has his own Podcast channel dedicated to inspire and educate anyone willing to change their mindset. He continues to play an active role in his community by attending corporate, private and school events to educate adults and especially children. Gary’s inspiration and hard work comes from his passion in helping others and wanting to make a difference in their lives. Being able to design a lifestyle of your choice is not an easy feat however, it’s attainable as long as you have passion and know what your ‘why’ is. Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca This episode proudly sponsored by SFG Paralegal. Today's podcast is brought to you by SFG paralegal. Their services are all about advocating for your best interests. With a team experience of over 15 years, they assist everyday people with their legal queries and matters. They are skilled in landlord and tenant board, small claims court and human rights, among others. They are professionals and S.F. Paralegal are exactly who you want in your corner. Find them at: SFG Paralegal. Other Links: Private Investing, visit <a href= "h
Thu, August 11, 2022
#175: Brad Appleby & Andrea Stillman - Everything You Need To Know About Investing In Peterborough
#175: Brad Appleby & Andrea Stillman - Everything You Need To Know About Investing In Peterborough On this episode Gary chats with good friends Brad Appleby & Andrea Stillman, both with the planning department in the City Of Peterborough. They’ve done SHC webinars before, but today go deep with everything Peterborough! Vacancy rates, 2 suite conversions, legal non-conforming, the new official plan, it’s ALL here. If you are an investor in Peterborough or THINKING of investing there, this critical episode is for you. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What are the current economic drivers in Peterborough Who are some of the big employers in the city What are the current vacancy rates A a primer on secondary suite conversion and garden suite additions Can you convert suites in homes under 5 years old What is ‘legal non-conforming’ The new city official plan Doug Ford’s housing task force How to speed up the building of new homes And MORE! Bios Brad Appleby is the Supervisor of Development Planning for the City of Peterborough. Brad oversees the City Planning Division’s processing of development applications including Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, Site Plan Approvals, and Committee of Adjustment applications and is specifically responsible for reviewing and processing plan of subdivision and condominium applications. Brad also participates in a number of policy development initiatives, including the City’s Official Plan Review, and was involved in the preparation of the City’s Secondary Suites regulations in 2018. Andrea Stillman is the Zoning Administrator for the City of Peterborough. She has worked with the City in the Building Services Division for over 5 years. Andrea completes zoning compliance reviews, advises the public on zoning requirements and comments on planning applications from a Building Code compliance perspective. Her previous position involved plans review and Ontario Building Code compliance. Andrea was involved in the commenting period for the City’s Secondary Suite By-law and has been involved in the zoning compliance checks for these applications. She has reviewed large and small rental units and has some knowledge on the applicable by-laws. This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMur
Wed, August 03, 2022
#174: Neil D’Souza - How To Retire Using Private Lending
#174: Neil D’Souza - How To Retire Using Private Lending On this episode Gary chats with good friend, business partner, podcast host and mortgage agent specializing in private lending for real estate acquisition, Neil D’Souza. While private lending is not for everyone, it can be an extremely useful and sometimes necessary tool to be able to complete a real estate purchase, either for you or someone else. Not sure what private lending is or how it works, for both the buyer AND seller? Take notes, as this is another not to be missed show that can help YOU retire early! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What is private lending and why would someone need it How does it work Who does it benefit and why Private lending is a type of passive income How risky is it How it can help investors with few assets and little of their own money How long is the typical term for lending What funds can you use to loan out What’s going on with the economy And MORE! Bio Neil is a Licensed Mortgage Agent who specializes in Secured Lending & Real Estate Investments. He's been in the investing world for over a decade showing both new and seasoned investors alike how to be the bank and earn secure, contracted returns through private lending in up, down and sideways markets, as well as multi-unit residential properties. Neil is also Host of The Leadership to Wealth Podcast. Neil believes in, "Keep your life exciting and your investing boring. It's all about making money while you sleep." #neil_dsouza (Tik Tok) #leadershiptowealth #neilmortgages (IG) Leadershiptowealth@gmail.com Neilmortgages@gmail.com Www.OntarioPrivateMortgages.net Www.LeadershiptoWealth.com Facebook: Neil D’Souza This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants present
Wed, July 27, 2022
#173: Don Lewis & Rick Lewis - Can You Still Flip Properties In This Changing Market?
#173: Don Lewis & Rick Lewis - Can You Still Flip Properties In This Changing Market? On this episode Gary chats with friends and sibling investors, Don & Rick Lewis. This episode is all about flipping, but can flipping still work in THIS market? After almost a decade investing, flipping, renovations and reselling homes, the Lewis Brothers Properties company is an acquisition company that buys properties privately. The other side of their business deals with their flips, projects, rental properties, financing and investing. If you've never done a flip and are curious, THIS is the podcast for you! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: The secrets to finding off market deals Should you be flipping in a downward market? How they analyze deals to make sure it's the right deal? What is the 70% rule? What happens if the flip goes bad? How many exit strategies should you have and which one do they prefer? What renos add the most value? What is the typical timeline for a flip? And MORE! Bio The Lewis Brothers are real estate investors and flippers who have been in the industry for almost a decade - renovating, flipping & reselling homes. The Lewis Brothers and their team have been buying houses across the GTA for the last several years. They've paired their background in contracting and construction with their passion for real estate, to take 'unsellable' homes and make them beautiful. They create signature homes that sell quickly on the market, and income properties that generate positive cash flow every month. You may know us as the Lewis Brothers, of Lewis Brothers Properties - or you may know us as Tridium. Lewis Brothers Properties is our acquisition company, where we buy homes privately. Tridium is the real estate investment side of our business, that deals with all of our projects, flips, rental properties, financing and investments. We are in the business of people; we want to help people create wealth by giving them the tools and the knowledge needed to do so. We are working with people to create a system so we can: help others, beautify communities, add value to homes, and create passive investment portfolios for the future. Contact: Web: www.tridium.ca Rick: 416-989-5151 Don: 905-713-9744 This episode proudly sponsored by SFG Paralegal. Today's podcast is brought to you by SFG paralegal. Their services are all about advocating for your best interests. With a team experience of over 15 years, they assist everyday people with their legal queries and matters. They are skilled in landlord and tenant board, small claims court and human rights, among others. They are professionals and S.F.
Thu, July 21, 2022
#172: Andre Dawkins - Using Faith & Mentors To Build A Business
#172: Andre Dawkins - Using Faith & Mentors To Build A Business On this episode Gary chats with good friend and entrepreneur Andre Dawkins. This chat isn't focused on real estate investing, it's about starting and maintaining a successful business, and how Andre worked through the challenges of starting a business. As well, Covid impacted his business, and caused him to rethink how he did business. If you are thinking about starting your own business, this is a Business 101 lesson! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What are the general challenges to starting your own business What it's like waking up every day unemployed Surviving and thriving running your own business during a pandemic Who were Andre's early mentors The spiritual world and how faith impacts his life and work The role of mindset And MORE! Bio Andre prides himself on being a people person who loves the social aspect of his job just as much as he enjoys listening and learning from his clients. It's his unwavering pursuit to understand the growing needs of the mortgage industry that set him apart. Andre is committed to getting you and the ones that matter most the best results possible. When you are making the decision to call Andre for expert advice, you're choosing to put yourself first. This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises., including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca Tags: #realestateincanada, #realestatecanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #investplusrealty, #househunting, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #mindset, #realtor, #realestate, #explicit, #howtobuyrealestate, #safeinvesting, #safeinvestments, #mentorship, #faith
Thu, July 14, 2022
#171: Christopher Hummell & Quinton Cordick - Eliminating The Guesswork In Tenant Rentals
#171: Christopher Hummell & Quinton Cordick - Eliminating The Guesswork In Tenant Rentals On this episode Gary chats with friends and fellow Smart Home Choice real estate investment realtors and investors, Christopher Hummell and Quinton Cordick. They chat unscripted about EVERYTHING you need to make the tenant advertising and screening process EASIER! After screening 100's of tenants, Gary, Chris & Quinton have made mistakes and learned from them, and share their 7 Steps to Successfully Screen a Tenant. If you do your own tenant screening or are thinking about it, this podcast must NOT be missed. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: After screening 100's of tenants, learn the mistakes to avoid and the steps to take Best ideas and best practices shared with you - How THEY screen tenants If you want to DIY your tenant screening process, not to be missed The 7 steps are: The keys are in your hand for your new rental property Creating your ad created and getting responses Handling the appointments or open house The day arrives, how do you handle the open house or showings Day after the open house or showings Signing the agreement with your desired tenant After the tenant moves in, what's next? And MORE! Bios Quinton Cordick | Investment Realtor Ninja Quinton is an established Real Estate agent with 10+ years of solid experience. He recognizes every real estate transaction is a major financial event in his client's lives. He prides himself on careful attention to each client's unique set of needs by delivering the services required to fully represent his clients with honesty and integrity. After graduating from York University with a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communications, Quinton went on to work in the field of Communications. It is there where he honed his interpersonal and communication skills which he has carried forward into the world of real estate and investments. Quinton enjoys staying active through playing baseball and basketball. He is also a dedicated husband and father to his two children. Christopher Hummell | Investment Realtor Ninja Chris has been investing in rental properties for near a decade. He is a full time investor and a full time real estate agent. Over this period Chris has contributed to various projects and has worked with some of the best in the industry. Having won several real estate awards himself and being profiled in several RE Investment magazines and articles, he continues to contribute his knowledge and experience with web articles, videos, seminars and events. Chris has a background in sales, public speaking and marketing. He prides himself on his people skills and aspires to teaching others how to achieve their financial goals through real estate investing and taking action. One of his personal goals is to mentor disadvantaged
Thu, July 07, 2022
#170: James Svetec - How To Set Up Your AirBNB in 10 Easy Steps
On this episode Gary chats with AirBNB expert, investor and coach James Svetec. He began successfully managing short term rental properties for others in downtown, Toronto before getting into Air BNB. He's coached hundreds of students from around the globe on Air BNB success, and co-authored the book "Air BNB for Dummies". Why are more and more investors moving towards Air BNB? Listen to find out WHY and how it can impact YOUR portfolio! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How James created his 10 steps for success in Air BNB rentals 1. Setting up the initial criteria 2. Reaching out to the realtor 3. The ROI spreadsheet 4. Making an offer 5. The renovations involved 6. Creating the listing 7. The Launch 8. Managing it Plus a few more The common mistakes that you will avoid using his system What interested James in AirBNB And MORE! Bio James Svetec is an Airbnb expert, investor and coach. James got his start in the short-term rental space by managing some of the most successful short-term rental properties in downtown Toronto. He's since gone on to coach hundreds of students around the world on Airbnb hosting, management and investing and is a successful short-term rental investor himself. James is also the bestselling co-author of Airbnb for Dummies, and his work has been featured in Forbes, New York Times, and many others! James and his investing partner Riley Oickle are now focused on mentoring other aspiring short-term rental investors through BNB Inner Circle. Contact: Web: BNBInnerCircle.com This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Find them at: https://www.rentpanda.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca Tags: #USinvesting, #taxes, #realestateincanada, #realestatecanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvesting, #investingincanada, #investplusrealty, #househunting, #canadianrealestate, #canadianpodcast, #buyinghomes, #investmentproperties, #wealth, #howtobecomewealthy, #mindset, #realtor, #realestate, #explicit, #howtobuyrealestate, #safeinvesti
Wed, June 29, 2022
#169: Todd Miller - The "Podcast Expert" Becomes The Real Estate Expert - 7 Doors In 1 Year
#169: Todd Miller - The "Podcast Expert" Becomes The Real Estate Expert - 7 Doors In 1 Year On this episode Gary chats with podcast producer and second time real estate investor, Todd Miller. Todd and his wife bought an investment property on their own in 2017, and having no experience or team to support them, decided it wasn't for them, although they made a profit they ended up selling it. Why did they choose to invest again? They met Gary, and using his and his teams strategies purchased 7 doors in 1 year on their own as well as acquiring JV partners! Proof that it's never too late to put your equity to work for you, and changing your mindset is fuel for growth! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How Todd transitioned from full time employment (getting fired) to full time entrepreneur How Todd and his wife bought one property on their own with little support, and why it went sideways causing them to quit investing Why they decided to jump back into investing after meeting Gary The value of a team approach How JV partners can accelerate your growth, and compliment your skills Why white boarding fuelled growth, crystallizing goals and timelines Why mindset erases limiting beliefs and creates great change How life lessons/challenges become learning opportunities for positive change How a visit with Oprah lit a fire underneath Todd And MORE! Bio Todd has been in the music and media industries for over 30 years, he has worked with and interview some of the greats, such as Jack Canfield, Air Supply, Alan Parsons, Paul Rodgers, jockey Sandy Hawley, Guy Kawasaki, and more. He also is a writer and published author, audio/video producer, editor, songwriter, part-time actor, TV and podcast host seen by over 2 million people. Todd loves to help others tell great stories, to create compelling content, to push others to become their best selves, and to encourage and teach through aspiration, inspiration, and motivation. The best work always comes from bringing out the best in his clients + himself. It's a win-win team approach! Over the years, Todd has collaborated + partnered with some of the world's most successful people, and yet, his favourite projects often include working with new, up + comers. He co-authored the book "The Entrepreneur's Toolkit", an indispensable guide to achieve success in all parts of a small business. Most importantly, Todd is a devoted dad to 5 amazing kids. Contact: Web: PodcastExperts.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podcastexperts/ Insta: @podcastexperts @iamtoddmiller This episode proudly sponsored by Brian Daley @ AGHI Home Inspections . Whether buying or selling a property, AGHI recognizes
Thu, June 23, 2022
#168: Rod Khleif - Goal Setting & Overcoming Fear
#168: Rod Khleif - Goal Setting & Overcoming Fear On this episode Gary chats with philanthropist and multiple business owner Rod Khleif. Rod is super passionate about business, he’s a high performance coach, and a real estate investor having owned over 2000 properties!! He’s also lost $50 Million dollars and not only recovered, but is thriving! How did Rod do it? Tune in to find out HOW! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: * How he lost $50 Million dollars and recovered to be where he is today * What’s happening in both media and politics * Why is there so much negativity these days * How to AVOID negativity * How to STAY positive * How to succeed at public speaking * Rod’s unique goal setting process * The importance of knowing your WHY * How to ‘get out of your own way’ and why you need to * When should you retire - what age or time * And MORE! Bio Rod Khleif is a multiple business owner and philanthropist who is passionate about business, high performance, real estate and giving back. As one of the country's top real estate and peak performance luminaries. He has also owned over 2000 properties. Rod Khleif soared from humble beginnings as a young, impoverished Dutch immigrant to incredible success. Rod's experience involves both remarkable triumphs, and spectacular failures, which he affectionately calls "seminars:' Rod will explain the mindset required to recover from losing $50 million dollars in the crash of 2008 to the success he enjoys today. Rod brings incredible authenticity and insight to his approach to real estate, mindset, success and life. Rod can talk about Real estate, the psychology of success, and any business topic in great depth, contributing incredible first-hand, technical, and motivational knowledge and skills to the conversation. Rod also founded The Tiny Hands Foundation, which has benefited more than 110,000 children in need. Contact: Web: www.RodKhleif.com Facebook: fb.com/rodkhleif Insta: @Rod_Khleif This episode proudly sponsored by Rent Panda. Rent Panda helps landlords go from listing to lease without wasted time or headaches along the way. Rent Panda provides the do it yourself landlord an online platform where you can list your property absolutely free. If you want to you can post your ad on multiple platforms, see tenant profiles, message tenants, schedule showings, get credit checks and build leases quickly and easily. Rent Panda also caters to the more passive landlord who needs to find a tenant. doing all of the leasing work, so all you have to do is sit back, relax, and get the best tenants presented to you. Find them at: https://www.rentpanda.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit h
Thu, June 16, 2022
#167: Michael Zanzini & Lorenzo Podda - Understanding Mortgages - Practical Money Skills with BM Select
#167: Michael Zanzini & Lorenzo Podda - Understanding Mortgages - Practical Money Skills with BM Select On this episode Gary chats with Michael Zanzini & Lorenzo Podda, both from BM Select who have a solid history of helping clients with their financing needs. This episode will help you understand the many aspects of mortgages: what you can afford and why; how to get OUT of a mortgage; types of lenders; private lending; do you a NEED a corporation to invest, and MORE. Don't miss this one! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How they first got started in the mortgage industry The process to get approved for a mortgage when you're self-employed The difference between A & B Lenders The role of private lending How to structure joint ventures What's involved when you need to break a mortgage Buying in a corporation The process of renewing your mortgage How the stress tests affects what you qualify for Where the market is going and where they think it's headed And MORE! Bio Michael Zanzini, Mortgage Agent: Michael Zanzini is the Lead Mortgage Agent at BM Select, and has been working with investors primarily for over 8 years. He manages portfolio structuring for investors and has grown into an industry leader all before the age of 35. Michael combines professionalism and experience and routinely ranks at the highest level of Investment Mortgage planning in Canada. Lorenzo Podda, Underwriting Manager: Lorenzo Podda is the Manager of the Underwriting Department at BM Select. He began his career at BM Select at the age of 17 while attending University for a Commerce Degree. Currently, at the age of 23, he manages a team of 11 Underwriters. Although, he has only been in the mortgage industry since 2017, Lorenzo has managed to guide and assist the BM Select team and has played an instrumental role in the teams number 1 standing over the past several years. This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises., including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca Tags: #USinvesting, #taxes, #realestateincanada, #realestatecanada, #realestatepodcast,
Thu, June 09, 2022
#166: Hart Togman - The Perfect Screening Tool For Both Landlords & Tenants
#166: Hart Togman - The Perfect Screening Tool For Both Landlords & Tenants On this episode Gary chats with Hart Togman, co-founder of Rent Panda. Hart and his brother started Rent Panda as they were having a hard time finding quality rentals, and on the flipside, found landlords were having trouble finding quality tenants. Rent Panda addresses both needs, and assists both renters and landlords, making it seamless to find/fill a property. Gary and Darlene have used Rent Panda and were very appreciative of the ease of use and the actual online platform. Also to be noted- there’s a white glove / valet service for those landlords wishing to be hands off! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How and why Rent Panda was started by Hart and his brother How and why Rent Panda helps both landlords and tenants Why the process of renting a property is so stressful How Rent Panda allows landlords to post unlimited rentals for FREE They have access to tenant profiles, credit checks and background checks They can build and store leases online Tenants can ensure properties are verified before seeing them and putting a deposit down They can store their leases Create a rental profile to make it easer for landlords to screen them Landlords and tenants can chat in Rent Panda A DIY solution for placing tenants A ‘white glove’ service is available for those that are less comfortable And MORE! Bio Hart Togman started Rent Panda with his brother Richard after experiencing the underserved rental industry firsthand. The brothers found that renting was stigmatized, considered the ugly duckling of real estate and it was a wild west for landlords and tenants. Hart set his sights on bringing innovative tools and services to the landlord and tenant communities, with a mission to make renting more comfortable for everyone. Since starting Rent Panda over 4 years ago, Hart has spoken with thousands of landlords, understands what the rental market needs to improve and is working to build a better system for all. Contact: Web: http://RentPanda.ca Email: hart@rentpanda.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RentPanda This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage brokerage in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that are engaged with our host of Realtor contacts across Canada. At BM Select we offer strategic mortgage s
Thu, June 02, 2022
#165: Jacob Asparian - Bitcoin | Gold 2.0
#165: Jacob Asparian - Bitcoin | Gold 2.0 On this episode Gary and Christopher Hummell chat with previous guest and Bitcoin investor Jacob Asparian. Jacob actually has his own exchange, and has deep knowledge about Bitcoin and blockchain tech that may be foreign to others. As we are moving into a digital world, this podcast is for anyone that needs a deeper understanding of digital currencies. What's hard to believe, as though this may seem like a newer topic, these currencies have been around for 10 years. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: The current situation (as of recording) of Bitcoin Will Bitcoin and other currencies be regulated Will it replace the SWIFT payment systems What exactly is blockchain The difference between Crypto and Bitco What happens to 'lost' bitcoins or wallets with forgotten passwords Why you should understand digital currencies and even have 1% of your portfolio in them And MORE! Bio Jacob is a real estate broker, investor and business owner. President of Bitcoin Capital Ventures, a Bitcoin company that offers consulting services as well as directly investing in companies that bring Bitcoin services directly to the public. Contact: Web: https://1bitcoin.ca/ IG: Soldbyjacob This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca Tags: #USinvesting, #taxes, #realestateincanada, #realestatecanada, #realestatepodcast, #realestateinvestin
Wed, May 25, 2022
#164: Chris Seepe - The Canadian Housing Crisis - What's Next
#164: Chris Seepe - The Canadian Housing Crisis - What's Next On this episode Gary chats with good friend Chris Seepe. Chris is an author of 2 books on 'landlording', writer of many mainstream media articles on affordable housing, President of the Landlords Association of Durham Region, and a commercial real estate investor with a wealth of experience. Chris shares his experiences being a landlord, the rental market and being a real estate investor in general - the good, the bad and the ugly. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Chris' thoughts and opinions on the current 'unaffordable' housing crisis How do you fix the unaffordable housing situation How can we fix the supply issue The history of rental supply, looking back at the 70's and 80's Above guideline rent increases The rental housing licensing program currently trying to be passed in Oshawa, and why Chris is against it The importance of understating NOI - Net Operating Income The CAP rate and what it really means And MORE! Bio Chris Seepe is a published writer and author of two books on "landlording" and has many articles published in mainstream media on affordable housing in particular, and landlording and investing in commercial real estate in general. He's president of the Landlords Association of Durham and a commercial real estate broker of record specializing in income-generating and multi-residential investment properties. He owns and hands-on manages 7 small apartment buildings totaling 71 units and teaches a 6-Saturday course twice per year on the realities of being a residential rental housing provider in Ontario. Contact: http://aztechrealty.com This episode proudly sponsored by Brian Daley @ AGHI Home Inspections Whether buying or selling a property, AGHI recognizes that the process can be stressful. It is critical that any decision you make be one that is based on knowing all of the facts. Purchasers, vendors, insurance companies and lending institutions have come to recognize the professionally trained residential home inspector as a credible source of key information vital to making these decisions, and AGHI has been doing it for over 15 years! Contact http://www.bookahomeinspection.com or call (416) 526-7482 Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit <a href= "https://www.smarthomechoice.ca/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer
Wed, May 18, 2022
#163: Sean & Annasha - From The Corporate World To Entrepreneurs (How To Maximize Your Short Term Rentals)
#163: Sean & Annasha - From The Corporate World To Entrepreneurs (How To Maximize Your Short Term Rentals) On this episode Gary chats with good friends Sean & Annasha Martin. Gary and Sean worked together at TD, and both invested independently. After Sean had an investing 'failure' he reconnected with Gary and Smart Home Choice to attend a Fast Start Class. Sean & Annasha have only been investing since 2018 after leaving the corporate world, but have achieved massive success since. If you DON'T like your 9-5 or feel like there's something else, this is the podcast for YOU to help you transition to the life of your dreams! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why Sean's initial 'failure' in real estate investing didn't kill his dreams Why Annasha's job dismissal put things into overdrive What it was like to go from regular 9-5 paycheque to entrepreneurs and full time investors Why they are no longer worried about retirement Why they are focused on quality of life and leaving a legacy Why being a creative thinker allows you to make money in many ways How they have achieved massive success in Short Term Rentals (STR) in Ontario They tools they use to succeed Why they are looking at implementing their strategies in other parts of the world And MORE! Bio Sean and Annasha Martin dove into the real estate market head first in 2018. Over the last 4 years, their passion for real estate has led them to also dabble in private lending and most recently into Short Term Rentals. Sean and Annasha launched their first Airbnb in November 2021 and quickly recognized the potential which lies therein. They now look to expand into the STR market not only here in Canada, but they have now set their sights on a few Caribbean Islands. But Real Estate is not their only passion, as parents of a special needs daughter, they have also launched a successful non profit organization supporting the Special Needs community called Shayla's Voice. Contact: Insta: @shaylasvoice This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you're planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises., including a legal bill you didn't expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Other Links: Private Investing, visit <a href="https:
Thu, May 12, 2022
#162: Darcy Marler - Land Development, It's Easer Than You Think
#162: Darcy Marler - Land Development, It's Easer Than You Think On this episode Gary chats with good friend, investor for over 20 years with over 240 doors, land developer and previous guest, Darcy Marler. To learn Darcy's story, punch up episode #101 for the back story. This episode focuses exclusively on land development, and why it can be a powerful strategy to add to your investing toolbox. Darcy shares some simple strategies you can consider, to get you out of the 'buy and hold' or 'flip, flip, flip' mindset! Not to be missed! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why land development is much easier than you think What does the down payment look like for a land development deal Micro strategies to get you started What is "up zoning" and what does it accomplish How do you know if it's a good deal if you're severing a lot Who do you contact to start the process of severing a lot The importance of having a team to support you Mistakes Darcy made and how he learned from them Mistakes he sees beginning investors make when starting out in land development The different exit strategies when you want to get out of a land development deal And MORE! Bio Over the past 20 years, Darcy has owned over 90 properties with 240 'doors', worth over $44 million. In that time, he has actively invested in land development, land assembly, new construction (built 45 new homes), condo conversion, long and short-term rentals, BRRRR, and fix-and-flips. Darcy is also the author of 4 books on real estate investing and an online course on Land Development. This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage brokerage in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that are engaged with our host of Realtor contacts across Canada. At BM Select we offer strategic mortgage solutions with dedicated Agent Support along with leading-edge Underwriting and Fulfillment Services that allow you to sleep well knowing your mortgage transactions are being handled by top quality professionals. To find out more, visit the website or email https://bmselect.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit <a href=
Thu, May 05, 2022
#161: Luiz Lameiras - What Every Realtor, Buyer & Seller Should Know
On this episode Gary chats with good friend and business partner, Broker of Record at Our Neighbourhood Realty, Luiz Lameiras. Luiz shares his incomparable wealth of knowledge from his years in the business, and offers some tips and advice that have NEVER been shared on Real Talk With Gary before! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Current market conditions Protecting yourself as a buyer Protecting yourself as a seller Protecting yourself as a realtor Protecting yourself as a real estate investor Multiple representation, what it is, what it looks like and potential rule changes to affect it Open bids and potential rule changes that might affect that What happens when you firm up an offer, and DON’T drop off the deposit cheque Making amendments or changes to the agreement, clauses you can add to protect yourself as a buyer Can you back out of an agreement, yes - if it’s a mutual release What it’s like to be a new agent How you find success in your first year, especially if you join the right brokerage The power of mentoring And MORE! Bio TO BE ADDED This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and repayment plans, as Deep Pockets has flexible credit criteria and income approvals. As an investor, YOU GET TO BE THE BANK, using your cash, your RRSPs, LIRAs or even TFSAs. Earn maximum returns with NO out of pocket expenses. To find out more, visit the website or email deals@deep-pockets.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca
Thu, April 28, 2022
#160: Lauren Cohen - Investing In the U.S. for Freedom & Sunshine
#160: Lauren Cohen - Investing In the U.S. for Freedom & Sunshine On this episode Gary chats with Florida-based expert cross-border investor, realtor and lawyer Lauren Cohen. Originally from Thornhill, Lauren moved to the US after her husband was barred from Canada, forcing her to make a life and career-altering decision to emigrate to the US. She now helps setup deals all over the United States, and currently is investing heavily in the Orlando area. She truly has a border-free business, so tune in and learn how YOU can have a borderless investment business. It’s a brisk 30 minute podcast PACKED with practical advice you need if you are curious about cross-border investing! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How the border issue was a blessing in disguise for her career Why a LLC (Limited Liability Corporation) might NOT be the way to avoid Canadian taxes Where people are investing in the U.S. and why The best places as of now to invest Why Florida is booming a popular investment destination How much does it cost to do this Do you require a Visa and if so, which one Lauren shares a lot of the common mistakes investors have made And MORE! Bio S erial entrepreneur Lauren Cohen is an International Lawyer, Realtor and Cross-Border Expert. Lauren is a best-selling Author and keynote Speaker as well as a globally-acclaimed Legal, Real Estate and Business Strategist. A graduate of York University and Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto, and a single mom and dual citizen herself, Lauren has been featured in Inc. Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, NPR, Working Mother, TV, hundreds of podcasts and radio shows and numerous other mediums. Lauren also launched her own podcast, Investing Across Borders, in November, 2020. Lauren and her turnkey team believe in going above and beyond to navigate a successful path for clients to Invest, Live, Work & Play — Across Borders! This episode proudly sponsored by Brian Daley @ AGHI Home Inspections. Whether buying or selling a property, AGHI recognizes that the process can be stressful. It is critical that any decision you make be one that is based on knowing all of the facts. Purchasers, vendors, insurance companies and lending institutions have come to recognize the professionally trained residential home inspector as a credible source of key informa
Thu, April 21, 2022
#159: Rob Chopra - A Real Story About Real Estate Investing
#159: Rob Chopra - A Real Story About Real Estate Investing On this episode Gary chats with Rob Chopra, an investor he met through social media, whose content was so engaging, Gary reached out to interview him. Rob has done big things and made a few mistakes, and it's time to have him on the show to share all those mistakes, to help other investors avoid them! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What was the moment he decided to get into real estate Why Rich Dad Poor Dad training was pivotal to get him started, but why he struggled after with no mentor Will he ever quit his full time job His first property was a disaster, how he recovered and what he learned What mistakes did he make when flipping Why he feels it's his mission to share his mistake to help others The importance of branding The role of coaching and finding the right coach for YOU Private lending - supercharge your portfolio, IF you do it the RIGHT WAY What are promissory notes and how do they work The business he's building in Belize, buying land and buildings And MORE! Bio Originally from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Rob Chopra currently lives and invests in Ontario, Canada. He is a former high limit casino dealer, who has turned to electrical engineering technology and real estate investing. With an extensive background in various real estate strategies such as flipping, wholesaling, and long-term hold properties being his favourite strategy, Rob is primarily focused in the Niagara Region. His latest deals include single family to multifamily conversions, and a small apartment building for which he will be adding additional units. More recently, Rob has also expanded his investing to San Pedro, Belize. Rob is a devoted husband, and enjoys football, baseball, and is a golf fanatic. When he's not doing deals, you can find him watching a Blue Jays game with his wife, or more often at the golf course entertaining partners, his team, and his community. Rob is surrounded by his great coaches and is a savvy investor with vast knowledge in many areas including private financing, raising capital, and working with joint venture partners. Rob's goal is to be a leader in his business, and through his experience be able to help and inspire others through mentorship. Rob believes that anything is possible with consistency, persistency, and hard work. If you focus your energy and attention on your goal and create the right processes and procedures, anything is possible. Time is a commodity, focus your time on the highest value tasks, and outsource the rest. This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associ
Wed, April 13, 2022
#158: Christopher Hummell & Quinton Cordick - Straight From The Streets Market Update
#158: Christopher Hummell & Quinton Cordick - Straight From The Streets Market Update On this episode Gary chats with friends and fellow Smart Home Choice real estate investment realtors, Christopher Hummell and Quinton Cordick, with a look back at last year's market and what the current conditions are now. Chris & Quinton are frequently on the street, the laptop is open and it's real-time data of what they are seeing with clients. They also discuss immigration, rents, inventory and so much more in this critical market update. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Year over year updates on the real estate market performance, last year and predictions Immigration levels pre-covid and now What's going on with inventory, and will it change Interest rates - static or rate hikes - how much and when Inflation - a newbies guide to what it is and how it affects monetary policy Renovation costs - what are people paying to get work done these days Rents - what type of rents are investors seeing in Peterborough for various unit types Student rentals - are they making a comeback Bill 108 what it is and what it affects And MORE! Bios Quinton Cordick | Investment Realtor Ninja Quinton is an established Real Estate agent with 10+ years of solid experience. He recognizes every real estate transaction is a major financial event in his client's lives. He prides himself on careful attention to each client's unique set of needs by delivering the services required to fully represent his clients with honesty and integrity. After graduating from York University with a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communications, Quinton went on to work in the field of Communications. It is there where he honed his interpersonal and communication skills which he has carried forward into the world of real estate and investments. Quinton enjoys staying active through playing baseball and basketball. He is also a dedicated husband and father to his two children. Christopher Hummell | Investment Realtor Ninja Chris has been investing in rental properties for near a decade. He is a full time investor and a full time real estate agent. Over this period Chris has contributed to various projects and has worked with some of the best in the industry. Having won several real estate awards himself and being profiled in several RE Investment magazines and articles, he continues to contribute his knowledge and experience with web articles, videos, seminars and events. Chris has a background in sales, public speaking and marketing. He prides himself on his people skills and aspires to teaching others how to achieve t
Thu, April 07, 2022
#157 : Rob Break & Sandy MacKay - Breakthrough To The Life You Want To Live
#157 : Rob Break & Sandy MacKay - Breakthrough To The Life You Want To Live On this episode Gary chats with friends and hosts of the #1 real estate podcast in Canada “The Breakthrough Real Estate Investing Podcast”, with Rob Break & Sandy MacKay. Gary was one of their first guests many years ago, and they’ve come so far since then! They dive into how they got their starts in real estate investing through wholesaling, how they used to attend Gary’s events when he was starting out, what they’ve learned from interviewing hundreds of investors, why giving back is important and so much more! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How to deal with the fear of leaving your full time job The importance of setting systems up as an entrepreneur How to schedule your day, before it gets away from you The different personality types and how to deal with them in investing Working with your spouse, the unique challenges and benefits What they’ve learned from being podcast hosts and interviewing hundreds of investors The importance of lifestyle and work/life balance - don’t forget why you got into RE investing in the first place How Rob moved from Canada to Costa Rica, and how he continues to help investors in CR or Canada Why Sandy gives back to his community And MORE! Rob’s Bio Rob is an entrepreneur in the world of residential investment real estate, with an impressive history of many successful BRRR projects. Rob has coached and advised countless investors through acquisition and renovations to help build their own generational wealth. Rob and his family have recently relocated to Costa Rica and are flipping houses there as well as maintaining his real estate team in Ontario at the Breakthrough Property Group under KW Energy. Rob has also joined Krain Luxury Real Estate to help other Canadians fulfill their dreams of owning property in Costa Rica. Rob Break rob@mrbreakthrough.ca 289-927-0464 Sandy’s Bio With more than 10 years in the real estate industry, Sandy is an experienced investor, a real estate entrepreneur, and a visionary for building generational wealth through real estate. His consistent and strategic work has led him to build multiple million-dollar businesses in real estate including a realtor team selling 300+ units a year, a property management company, a construction company, an investment company, Joint Venture programs and BRRR projects. Sandy’s success can be attributed largely to his ability to build and lead teams. Sandy has also launched Keller Williams Legacies Realty in Vaughan, Ontar
Wed, March 30, 2022
#156: Dr. Sandra Miranda - Feeling Like You Again
#156: Dr. Sandra Miranda - Feeling Like You Again On this episode Gary chats with friend and Ajax-based personal naturopathic doctor, Sandra Miranda. Dr. Miranda has been helping people for over 20 years, including Gary, with many natural remedies as a natural alternative. Gary is not against modern medicine, but when someone like Dr. Miranda can help you with natural methods, why not? This is a deep dive into the body and how to align it for optimum performance! Another informative and enlightening do-not-miss-it podcast! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: The services Dr. Miranda offers How to be nutritionally and hormonally balanced How she helped Gary *without* medication What does it mean to "detox" The role of the immune system Testing for food sensitivity What live blood cells and how Dr. Miranda uses them What is "leaky gut" Yeast overgrowth and how you know if it's happening in your body The difference between and alkaline and acidic body The benefits of probiotics What happens to your body when cells die Multivitamins - yes or no? Intermittent fasting - the key to clarity and performance How much water should you drink daily And MORE! Dr. Miranda's Bio Dr. Sandra Miranda, ND is one of the leading Naturopathic Doctors in the Durham Region. She is also the founder of Miranda Naturopathic Clinic located in Ajax ON. She has been a Naturopathic Doctor for over 20 years helping patients become nutritionally and hormonally balanced naturally without the use of any medication. Her passion for promoting wellness with functional medicine started at a young age when she herself experienced some health problems. Dr. Sandra Miranda, ND has a special interest in treating hormonal imbalances, thyroid deficiencies, weight loss, detoxification, fatigue, stress management, and digestive complaints. In addition, she has had regular TV and radio appearances as a natural health expert. Some of her extra specialized training with certifications include: Certificate on Advanced Endocrinology from the Metabolic Medical Institute (currently working on) FirstLine Therapy Provider (2011) providing an exceptional method of improving body composition, reducing inflammation and decreasing risks for degenerative and chronic disease. Colon Therapy (2006) from Canadian Natural Health and Healing Centre Parenteral Therapy, BDDT-N (2003) to offer IV and intramuscular vitamin injectio
Wed, March 23, 2022
#155: Dr. Carlos Yu - Master Your Mind, Master Your Life
#155: Dr. Carlos Yu - Master Your Mind, Master Your Life On this episode Gary chats with good friend and personal physician, Dr. Carlos Yu. Gary and Dr. Yu both got very vulnerable, opening up to each other, and while this conversation covered many topics, it transcended the traditional doctor/patient interaction. Gary had a few 'aha' moments and some epiphanies and hopes to help others with this new information. Dr. Yu just got back from a lengthy hiatus, and we learn why and what he learned during it, including the Wim Hof cold water therapy. He specializes in Auricular acupuncture and is looking for participants to help in a study, please contact Gary to be part of it. Take notes and listen twice to this one! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why Dr. Yu took an extended hiatus, and what he learned from it The good and the bad of taking an extended hiatus, and how he overcame the bad Just why he plunged repeatedly into Lake Ontario (cold water Wim Hof Method therapy), to help focus on the moment What does being PRESENT really mean, and WHY it's so important to make the most of each moment How good mental health was compromised during the pandemic, and depression and anxiety skyrocketed Is the mind part of the immune system and the role of mindset How fear compromised the immune system What is addiction and why someone goes down that path Meditation benefits and HOW to do it Flavonoids and good nutrition Generally how to stay healthy and boost your immune system And MORE! Dr. Yu's Bio Dr. Carlos Yu, BMath, MD, CCFP(EM), CTH, FCFP Dr. Carlos Yu is a Psychotherapy, Addiction Medicine, Integrative Family medicine, Emergency medicine, and Travel Medicine Physician at Ajax Harwood Clinic. Carlos graduated from the University of Western Ontario and completed his residency training at North York General Hospital. His interests also include promoting population wellness through giving talks or running wellness groups at schools and other institutions. He runs weekly Accu-stress Reduction and Mindfulness -based Intervention groups open to everyone from his clinic in Ajax. He received group facilitation training through Mindfulness Without Borders , a non-profit organization that delivers mindfulness training to help individuals manage stress and emotional difficulties. Website/contact info for guest: Web: https://ajaxharwoodclinicblog.wordpress.com Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebo
Thu, March 17, 2022
#154: Frank Taylor & Jared Shier - War, Inflation & Interest Rates
#154: Frank Taylor & Jared Shier - War, Inflation & Interest Rates On this episode Gary chats with good friend, fellow investor and podcaster Frank Taylor, CEO of Frank Taylor Consulting, and Jared Shier, who has a degree in global economics and has been an investor since the age of 13! In this unfiltered podcast Gary, Frank and Jared discuss inflation, how war impacts it, what is the CPI, and just what's happening with interest rates. If you are an investor during these uncertain times, you must listen to this podcast to help you understand how the market might play out, and if it doesn't, how you can have the knowledge to make crucial financial decisions to protect your assets. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What are the REAL numbers of inflation? It's not what you see on the news What is the CPI (consumer price index) What is quantitative easing and how it's destroying the dollar Where interest rates are going What's happening overseas with Russia and Ukraine and how it impacts us here What the sanctions mean and how they might impact you What is being over-leveraged and is now the right time to do that Where do you put your money during these times of uncertainty Real price of gas and how it impacts inflation The role of the World Economic Forum The potential Great Reset - "You'll own nothing and love it." And MORE! Frank's Bio Frank Taylor is CEO of Frank Taylor Consulting. FTC is a boutique service for real estate investor, property management and asset firms. Frank is also the host of, Let's be Frank about Real Estate Investing. Website/contact info for guest: Web: https://www.franktaylorconsulting.ca/letsbefrankpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/franktaylorconsulting Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/franktaylorconsulting Jared's Bio Jared has been investing in the stock market since the age of 13. His interest in financial markets led him to get a degree in global economics from the University of Western Ontario. Upon graduating, Jared worked as an analyst/agent at a commercial real estate firm. A few years later, an opportunity presented itself to work as an associate portfolio manager at one of Canada's largest banks where he assisted in managing a portfolio of $130M. As of 2017, Jared's focus has shifted to web 3.0 and building financial independence through investing in real estate
Thu, March 10, 2022
#153: Allison McMurter-Hughes -The Hardest Conversation To Have On this episode Gary chats with friend and lawyer Alison McMurter-Hughes about a topic a LOT of people want to avoid - estate planning. Gary & co-host Christopher Hummel have a deep and im
#153: Allison McMurter-Hughes - The Hardest Conversation To Have On this episode Gary chats with friend and lawyer Allison McMurter-Hughes about a topic a LOT of people want to avoid - estate planning. Gary & co-host Christopher Hummel have a deep and important discussion about wills, trusts, probates and estate planning in general. If you have ANY assets, especially real estate assets you SHOULD/MUST create a will to ensure a fairly painless and less difficult transfer of assets once you pass. Whether you want your assets sold and the profits dispersed when you pass, or you are willing/transferring them to someone else, it’s crucial to determine and document this wish BEFORE you pass. This is a must listen episode. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why you NEED a will and what happens if you don’t have one The difference between executor and power of attorney How personal assets are treated vs. a corporation What happens to a Joint Venture should one partner pass away Should you put your properties in a joint tenancy with your beneficiary to avoid probate What should and shouldn’t you put in your will - your couch, your car? What if your will is contested? The difference between a trust and a will Who can be a power of attorney How often should a will be changed/modified How trusts can ensure dependents have money for most of their lives And MORE! Bio Allison McMurter-Hughes is a Whitby-based lawyer who grew up in the real estate law industry. Starting at McMurter & Associate’s answering the phones, Allison knew she wanted to continue in the industry. Eventually going to Law School, she articled and then practiced at McMurter & Associates. Allison specializes in real estate law, wills and estates. When she isn’t practicing law, she fulfills her hobby of interior design. Website/contact info for guest: Web: mcmurter.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mcmurterandassociates This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage broker in Canada! BM Sele
Thu, March 03, 2022
#152: Rachel & Neil - Redefining Rent To Own Investing
#152: Rachel & Neil - Redefining Rent To Own Investing On this episode Gary chats with long-time friends and Rent To Own investors, Rachel & Neil Oliver from Clover Properties. They began their real estate investing journey in 2009, and so far have done over 600, yes SIX HUNDRED deals, with no signs of slowing down! They chat about their journey, what Rent To Own is and why it works for them (the positives) and they also discuss the downside of RTO (the negatives). Never considered adding RTO to your portfolio, or dismissed it? This podcast *just* might change your mind! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: What is Rent To Own and how it works (deep dive into RTO) Why it's a very successful strategy How Rachel and Neil started with Real Estate Investing How they have done over 600 deals so far How do they handle down payments from their tenant/buyers What are they using for appreciation numbers What the success rate for Rent To Owns is The difficult conversations they are having with the tenant/buyers What areas are they purchasing in with their tenants The positives and negatives of Rent To Own Where the market is and where it's heading according to Rachel and Neil Where they think YOU should purchase in THIS market And MORE! Bio Rachel and Neil Oliver are full-time investors, real estate entrepreneurs and co-authors of an Amazon best-selling book: Rent-to-Own Essential Guide for Homebuyers. They are considered Ontario's leading experts on the Rent-to-Own (RTO) investing strategy and are often recognized by their nicknames 'Mr. NO' and 'Cashflow Queen'. Over 10 years ago they re-engineered the model to make RTOs more accessible and more bulletproof for investors craving cashflow. Driven to make Rent-to-Own more mainstream and trustworthy, Neil and Rachel have done more than 600 RTO deals across Ontario and aim to help thousands of Canadians. Together they operate Clover Properties, where they match homebuyers with investors who want to generate lucrative cashflow without the headaches of 'tenants and toilets'. Website/contact info for guest: HelloCashflow.ca Insta: clover_properties_rto This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're looking to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure
Fri, February 25, 2022
#151: Darren Cabral - How To Move To The USA w/ cohost Sarah Larbi
#151: Darren Cabral - How To Move To The USA w/ cohost Sarah Larbi On this episode Gary shares the hosting seat with Sarah Larbi, as they interview investor and entrepreneur Darren Cabral. Darren has spent some times since the pandemic researching the business climate in the US, and deciding if he wants to move there for business and personal reasons. Darren, Sarah and Gary discuss various Visa and non visa ways of living and working in the US, and how to find the right professionals to help you decide if a move Stateside is right for you and your family. Subscribe and listen to find out HOW! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: The tax implications of moving and doing business in the US, with its unique tax structure. How to finance real estate deals in the States FROM Canada Do you lose your OHIP coverage? How long can you stay there with an E1 or E2 Visa? Does your credit history follow you from Canada? If you bring your family, does your Visa cover them, or do they need to find work? If you have relatives there, is the process more simple or complex? Can I be sponsored? It depends! What types of businesses are they looking for, and do you need to bring capital? Do you have to become a US citizen? How does this work if I choose to go to school there? What about vaccination status? What are the best states to consider? And MORE! Bio After building and selling several small businesses before the age of 22, I fell in love with the process of marketing and scaling businesses through online channels. I doubled down on my strengths and launched my own marketing agency in late 2016, Suits Social Inc. Helping businesses across Canada do just that. About Suits Social - My Social Media Marketing Agency We're a team of millennial marketers that work with businesses, brands, and marketing teams to develop and implement proven social media strategies that drive growth and measurable ROI through paid, influencers, and organic campaigns in a way that is relevant to today's consumer. Visit us online at www.SuitsSocial.com Clients include one of North America’s largest auto groups, national retail franchises, one of Ontario’s largest real estate teams, Canada’s fastest growing E-Commerce brands, and dozens of brick and mortar businesses around the world. Obscurity To Authority Podcast I’m also the host of a podcast called “Obscurity to Authority”. Where I interview industry leaders who have gone from unknown to know and built massive success in the process. Website/contact info for guest https://www.suitssocial.com/ 705-
Thu, February 17, 2022
#150: Kory MacKinnon - Why Everyone Needs A Coach
#150: Kory MacKinnon - Why Everyone Needs A Coach On this episode Gary chats with friend, fellow coach and investor Kory MacKinnon. Kory is a successful investor with many multi unit properties in his portfolio, and has created a successful coaching business. Kory has brought on additional coaches in his circle to assist with coaching new and existing clients. Gary and Kory focus their discussion on the benefits of coaching, but also on how to find the right market, how to scale your real estate investment business, the value of good debt, and what the 3 S’s are! Tune in for this knowledge-packed episode. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why coaching will help you scale your business faster? How to set up systems to make your business flow better and SCALE? The benefits of coaching vs. a DIY approach The importance of CLARITY How much debt is TOO MUCH? Why branding is so important How and when to hire others (virtual assistants) to allow you to focus on finding deals The mindset shift from your home being bad debt to good debt What are the 3 S’s? How to find the right market, partially based on your available investment $$$ Why you need to be flexible in where you want to invest Where Kory is currently investing and recommending to his mentees How to find off-market deals Where the market is going Why the pandemic forced people to harness technology Why mindset with grow or sabotage your business A discussion of Bitcoin and MORE! BIO Born and raised in Sarnia Ontario, Kory is a former corporate trainer who was able escape the rat race after 7 short years of real estate investing. With investing experience in multiple markets Kory has executed on almost every real estate strategy, with his favourite being buy and hold apartment buildings. When not doing real estate deals, Kory now spends his "currency" of time as a health fanatic, devoted husband to his amazing wife and as a loving father to his 4 young children. His mission in life is to be a Financial Leader to others and encourage them to Step Up and do the same to escape the 40-40-40 plan of their J.O.B. Often hired to guide people to tap into the mindset required to have breakthrough performance in real estate investing which is 80% of the game. Always willing to get uncomfortable vs. being comfortable, Welcome to the Podcast – Kory MacKinnon Website/contact info for guest Insta: https://www .instagram/korymackinnon Web: https://korymackinnon.com/ Email: info@korymackinnon.com This episode proudly sponsored b
Thu, February 10, 2022
#149: Arun Thakur - Wholesaling & Multi-Family Investing
#149: Arun Thakur - Wholesaling & Multi-Family Investing On this episode Gary chats with Arun Thakur, owner of Shanaya Properties, and BUSY investor. They conversed about wholesaling, multi-family investing, flips, and more. Arun's first property was a 5 Plex in Welland (Impressive! Who does that for their first investment property?), and he's getting crazy cash flow. They also discussed investing in other provinces, and the power of wholesaling. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How his moved from India in 2008, inspired him to start his real estate investment journey in Canada How to find the right coach Why coaching alone doesn't bring success Why he chose a 5 plex for his 1st investment property What kind of returns Arun is getting on the 5 plex The power of wholesaling, and how he structured his commissions How others are still making great returns on assignments/wholesaling His experience flipping 2 properties How he purchased an 8 plex in Saskatchewan Why he's comfortable investing in other provinces, and how you can be too! Is it difficult to invest in other provinces? It's different, and Arun shares his experiences How his company Shanaya Properties is helping kids learn about financial education Bio Arun Thakur is the Founder and CEO of Shanaya Properties. Having done Wholesaling, Flip and Multi Family Deals , he excels at finding deals and turning properties into solid investments, exponentially increasing their value. Being part of real estate masterminds that have have closed millions of dollars in deals in 2021 keeps him motivated daily to do more deals. He loves personal development, and creating time and financial freedom by making the right investments and teaching others the power of real estate. When he is not working, you will find him outdoors, exploring new places with the family. Website/contact info for guest Insta: https://www.instagram.com/shanayaproperties/ <span cl
Thu, February 03, 2022
#148: Wilson & Jessica: How To Invest In Multiple Provinces
#148: Wilson & Jessica: How To Invest In Multiple Provinces On this episode Gary chats with Wilson and Jessica Pabon, owners of White North (property) Management, who have only been real estate investors for ONE YEAR, but what they've achieved in a year is truly remarkable! They looked outside the GTA, and bought their first property in London. Their second was more difficult so they expanded their search area to - EDMONTON! They fell in love with the market and are doing very well there. This podcast will give you a different perspective to start YOUR real estate investment journey, and help you look outside your local market for deals. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN : Why debt is a ‘bad thing’ at first glance, but can do so much good Their journey from Colombia to Canada Why running the numbers is crucial to making the right deal Why they managed to create the perfect BRRRR Why the fundamentals of investing are so important Why you HAVE to look outside of where you live to find deals When, How, Where and Why to invest helps understand deals The role of goal setting in their lives How coaching helped them accelerate quickly Why “Savers Are Losers” How they left TWO great 9-5 jobs for the freedom of real estate investing How the pandemic changed Wilson’s viewpoint of what success and purpose was And MORE! Bio We started investing in the ON market, after struggling to find high cashflow in ON. We decided to look for solutions and we encountered Edmonton as a high cash flowing market. We started by investing long distance and after facing many challenges we saw the opportunity to relocate in Edmonton to manage our investments and help long distance investors benefit from this market without any friction. Website/contact info for guest Insta: https://www.instagram.com/wilson.realei/ And https://www.instagram.com/investonista.pabon.jess/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/david19993/ And https://www.facebook.com/jess.fernandespabon This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you're look to
Thu, January 27, 2022
#147: Michael Hopkins: On A Path To Breaking Up With His 9-5 Job
#147: Michael Hopkins: On A Path To Breaking Up With His 9-5 Job On this episode Gary chats with Michael Hopkins, the owner of ELMM Properties. He’s working on his second property at the moment, and has been dealing with floods and asbestos removal, not what any investor wants deal with, but he’s powering through it chasing the perfect BRRRR. Gary and co-host Quinton Cordick chat with Michael about how he got into Real Estate investing and why he chose it; his fears before he started; why he loves his day job but is transitioning into being a full time investor, even with the challenges of his second property, and why anyone can do this too! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: HIs journey to real estate investing while holding a full time job Why he LOVES what he does, but doesn’t like going into an office for 9-5 How his mindset has shifted and overcame his fears Who coaching accelerated his learning and effectiveness The perfect BRRRR How and why you should educated yourself on real estate Why he didn’t know anything about credit or what a HELOC was Why he journals EVERY SINGLE DAY Why he does JVs and off market deals The CRAZY rents he is getting The power of OPM - Other People’s Money Why you need to get creative with financing and why you don't need your own money How to work out EVERY SINGLE DAY And MORE! Michael’s Bio Real Estate Investor. Helping others achieve wealth through strategic real estate purchases. Website/contact info for guest Insta: https://www.instagram.com/elmm_properties/ Website https://www.elmmproperties.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ELMM-Properties-109103861328993 This episode proudly sponsored by Brian Daley @ AGHI Home Inspections. Whether buying or selling a property, AGHI recognizes that the process can be stressful. It is critical that any decision you make be one that is based on knowing all of the facts. Purchasers, vendors, insurance companies and lending institutions have come to recognize
Thu, January 20, 2022
Jean Paul: The Similarities Between Comedy & Real Estate Investing
#146: Jean Paul: The Similarities Between Comedy & Real Estate Investing On this episode Gary chats with Canadian comedian Jean Paul! He’s played the biggest stages, TV and Just For Laughs, and drops by Gary’s studio for a no-holds-barred convo! Jean Paul shares his upbringing, how stage fright almost derailed his career, bombing and recovering, failures in life, how he moved into Real Estate investing (it was an accident), and MUCH more in this fun and engaging conversation! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How his childhood influenced his future How stage fright almost derailed his career How bombing onstage made him stronger and how he recovered Some of his life failures What sparked his accidental interest in Real Estate Investing The value of home equity and how he and his wife put it to use The power of community, and lifting others up His interest in crypto currency Why he feels there is a lack of financial literacy Why you should FACE your fears Don’t fear failing, as you learn when you fail The importance of being yourself, and not worrying about what others think And MORE! Jean’s Bio Jean Paul’s comedic style is the perfect blend of laidback Caribbean vibes and vibrant Toronto energy. His international comedy appeal has allowed him to perform extensively across Canada, the U.S., the Caribbean, Israel, South Africa and the U.K. No stranger to the festival circuit, Jean Paul has performed at Montreal’s Just For Laughs Festival, Toronto’s JFL42, and the Halifax and Winnipeg Comedy Festivals. In addition to his award-nominated television writing credits, Jean Paul has also made his mark on TV with appearances on The Comedy Network, CBC, and Kevin Hart’s LOL Network. Website/contact info for guest Insta @jeanpaulcomedy Website jeanpaulcomedy.ca Facebook https://www.facebook.com/jeanpaulcomedy This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you’re planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of yo
Thu, January 13, 2022
#145: Harry James - Live Real Be Real
#145: Harry James - Live Real Be Real On this episode Gary chats with Harry James, a serial entrepreneur for over 37 years! Restaurants, real estate investing both commercial and residential, financial advisor, real estate development, have led to great successes and great failures, learning along the way. These experiences lead to bouts of anxiety and Harry shares how he was able to overcome this and how it led to living an authentic life designed by intention. This ACTION-PACKED podcast is not to be missed! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: The success from total mindset makeover Just lock up the deal - take action Take risks, lean in Get coaching You need to determine what your dreams are, what your goals are Live an authentic life Why the banking system is rigged Don’t chase the money, enjoy family and friends Life is not a dress rehearsal Everybody dies, but not everybody lives You don’t need to see the whole path, just the next few steps Real estate is not easy - some people try to say it is It must be a business Is now the best time to invest in real estate If you had only $500 left, invest it in yourself! And MORE! Harry’s Bio I am a small entrepreneur; I have been my whole life. From shovelling driveways and starting newspaper routes, to selling pots and pans door-to-door, I have always been driven to create my own thing. I graduated from high school and started working full time at 18. I’ve done all my education part-time and found the lack of information to be an asset, not a liability. Today I would argue that information overload is creating a significant state of inertia in all walks of life. Frankly, if I had known what I was getting myself into half of the time I probably would have turned and ran the other way. But when failing isn’t an option you reach down; you demand more of yourself, somehow making it work. Thankfully I did, and still do. Most importantly, I’ve been helped and given great advice over the course of the journey from too many people to mention. I’ve learned from their wisdom and avoided some pain because they went first, and for that I am forever grateful. The purpose of this site is to encourage you, and to let you know that things aren’t always how they appear. The only thing separating you from anyone else that you may admire, is: a decision, some risk, some time, and perseverance. Know that everything you want in this lifetime is just as much in your reach. At a very early age I was told not to take it all too seriously, smell the
Thu, January 06, 2022
#144: Joey Ragona (From The Archives) - How To Break The Freedom Barrier
#144: Joey Ragona (From The Archives) - How To Break The Freedom Barrier On this never-heard-before show from the archives, Gary chats with one of his First mentors, Joey Ragona. On our show this month I had the opportunity to discuss an important topic with a great friend of mine, Joey Ragona. Joey has done wonders for my business and family life. How? He coached Darlene and I for over 2 years and helped us implement strategies, processes and a taught us a proven methodical way of tackling issues and how to efficiently run a fulltime real estate investment company. Tune in to hear Gary back in the day! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Should you make sacrifices to get to the lifestyle you want? What’s the best way to change your bad habits? Should you hire a coach or mentor to hold you accountable? How long should you stay with your mentor/coach? Is Real Estate investing your true passion? How much money do you need to make to be truly happy? What are the 2 stages of learning? Why is failure such an important part of learning and success? Why using sticky notes could completely change your life. How to compress 1 year goals into 12 weeks. How to read 1 book each and every week. And MORE! Joey’s Bio Joey Ragona is a full-time real estate investor, a #1 bestselling author, a recognized authority on joint ventures and the creator of the highly acclaimed Joint Venture Presentation Formula. Joey is an in-demand strategic business and personal coach and known as the “freedom coach” because of his extensive results getting people clear and on track. He has a proven track record and has helped hundreds of real estate professionals including individuals from Re/Max, Century-21, i-Pro Realty, Dominion Lending as well as organizations such as the Real Estate Investment Network (REIN) and Rock Star Brokerage. Joey has spent significant time training exclusively with some of the world’s highest achievers to share their sets of tools, beliefs, system and strategies with his clients helping them build a stable and fulfilling business with true life balance and freedom. Website/contact info for guest Web: EngagedInvestor.com and StrategicBusinessAcademy.com This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - <a href="https://deep-po
Thu, December 16, 2021
#143: Adrian Ede - How To Live An Abundant Life
#143: Adrian Ede - How To Live An Abundant Life On this week’s show Gary chats with good friend, real estate investor and fellow Our Neighbourhood Realty real estate agent, Adrian Ede. They talked about how Adrian left his steady job, how he always had an interest in investing, his feelings and fear about debt, but that GOOD debt is GREAT, mindset and goal setting and MUCH more in this not-to-be-missed podcast! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How mindset and learning good habits from successful people can make YOU a success How Adrian is building out his business now that he wants to scale The HUGE difference between GOOD debt and BAD debt Wy taking bold steps can lead to MASSIVE success How he left his 9-5 and why he was scared sh*tless back in 2007 How to stay focused on your goals How he succeeds with the BRRRR strategy Why rent to own was part of his strategy What his fears were early on How life is like now that he’s self employed And MORE! Adrian’s Bio Adrian Ede is a Realtor with Our Neighbourhood Realty who focuses on Buying, Selling, Rent to Owns & Investing in Real Estate. We Educate, Inspire and Connect our users to advance them toward their real estate Goals. Website/contact info for guest Web: www.RealAbundance.ca Insta: @real_abundance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealWealthAbundance Ph/Text: 905-244-2257 This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you’re planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises., including a legal bill you didn’t expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit <a href= "https://garyhibbert.c
Thu, December 09, 2021
#142: Dave Dubeau - The Art of Building a Business Around Real Estate Investing
#142: Dave Dubeau - The Art of Building a Business Around Real Estate Investing On this week’s show Gary chats with good friend and seasoned investor and early mentor, Dave Dubeau. They had a wide ranging discussion on raising capital, leaving your 9-5, building a great team, paying experts to do something for you rather than learn it, and MUCH more great advice. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How you transition from bootstrapping everything to using others How he raises capital for projects How the book Who, Not How is changing his life as an entrepreneur Why investors and solo-preneurs need a great team behind them Why it’s better to pay an expert to do something, rather than do it yourself If you have time and no money, do it Why you still can work IN your business and ON your business How you leave your full time gig The 8 different profit centres of real estate How to find a guru/mentor in today’s market Why Dave doesn’t consider himself a ‘coach’ And MORE! Dave’s Bio Dave Dubeau is a Real Estate Entrepreneur, Best-Selling Author, Speaker and Investor Attraction Expert based in Kamloops, B.C. Canada. He began his real estate investing career in 2003 doing 18 deals in 18 months. He later switched his focus to client-first rent to own deals, and nowadays he invests in multi-family (apartment building) properties. For the last several years Dave has been the World’s #1 Investor Attraction “Imple-Mentor”. Using his proprietary 5 Step Money Partner Formula™, Dave helps his real estate entrepreneur clients to grow their portfolios significantly and in record time by attracting investors (instead of chasing after them). website: www.InvestorAttractionBook.com – Get a complimentary copy of his new book Website/contact info for guest Web: www.DaveDubeau.com This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage broker in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that ar
Thu, December 02, 2021
#141: Ishan & Sidd Khobare - From New Immigrants to Successful Real Estate Entrepreneurs
#141: Ishan & Side Khobare - From New Immigrants to Successful Real Estate Entrepreneurs On this week’s show Gary chats with multi-discipline real estate investors, Sidd & Ishan Khobare. The brothers started with house hacking, have invested in student housing, air b&b, single family, multi-family and also dabbled in wholesaling. They are now firmly multi-family for the reasons you’ll discover in this podcast. Their wealthy father encouraged them to do anything in life, and they took his advice and in the last 1.5 years are rapidly expanding their portfolio while also holding down full time jobs as software professionals, after asking the question, “Is that all there is?” WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How they had a privileged upbringing in India, then lost it all They were sent to Canada to receive higher education Why they feel Canada is the land of opportunity, although their dad suggested the USA After graduating and getting great jobs, they asked ‘Is that all there is?’ How they’ve financed many deals while having no money of their own with private lending How proper mindset is needed to succeed How they listened to podcasts and attended seminars to learn what was needed Why 2 weeks of vacation made them realize that you work all year for it, and there must be more to life Why they chose to spend $28,000 in ‘cash for keys’ and how it increased the value of their property by $150,000 IMMEDIATELY Why a legal second unit brings legal income and increases your net worth and available capital How they bought a 5 unit building with ZERO DOLLARS OF THEIR OWN MONEY And MORE! Ishan & Sid’s Bio Two Brothers with modest beginnings on their way to growing Real Estate Empire, the key lies in self-belief and willingness to constantly push yourself for personal development. International Students - Masters Grad Profession: Working 9-5 – Ishan (Data Architect at Microsoft) & Sid (Software Developer at Russel Metals) Passion: Real Estate Portfolio - 9 doors in 1 year: • Leverage Lines of Credit • House Hack • Student Rentals • Joint Venture • Profitable BRRRR Venture • Short Term Rental Model • Multi-Family Investing • Real Estate Coaching • Wholesaling Business In this episode we will dig deep on how Sid & Ishan were able to achieve all this in a span of 1 year with barely any money to put down at 5% in the beginning to currently buying multi-family property with 0 money down. Website/contact info for guest</st
Thu, November 25, 2021
#140: Allan Bell - How To Print Money By Using A Barn
#140: Allan Bell - How To Print Money By Using A Barn On this week’s show Gary chats with investor, mortgage agent and private lender, Allan Bell. They took a deep dive in Allan’s real estate investing journey, starting with his first investment which turned bad, but was rescued by some creative thinking. Allan is currently converting a barn into a multi family residence, and he also shares some of his successes as a “B” lender. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What is Allan’s Why What happened with his first investment, and why it didn’t discourage him How his next major project is a barn conversion - converting it to a multi family home How B Lenders can help you get a property that A lenders won’t help with Why low interest rates aren’t always the best offer How B lenders’ rates compare with credit cards BILL 108 and how it impacts investors, especially multifamily investors Why no regrets are good How to get through a really bad day and push forward through tough times. And MORE! Allan’s Bio Almost 15 years in Finance industry, almost 4 years as a mortgage agent with over 700 deals funded under my belt. I have been private lending for over 3 years and started real estate investing in Feb 2021. Since Feb I have completed 1 successful flip and working on a garden suite conversion in Peterborough. Website/contact info for guest Instagram: @allanbell_REI Email: allanbell84@gmail.com allan@mortgagebrokersnetwork.com This episode proudly sponsored by AGHI Home Inspections and Brian Daley. Whether buying or selling a property, AGHI recognizes that the process can be stressful. It is critical that any decision you make be one that is based on knowing all of the facts. Purchasers, vendors, insurance companies and lending institutions have come to recognize the professionally trained residential home inspector as a credible source of key information vital to making these decisions, and AGHI has been doing it for over 15 years! Contact http://www.bookahomeinspection.com or call (416) 526-7482 Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca</a
Thu, November 18, 2021
#139: Samuel Spencer - Reviewing The Perfect BRRRR
#139: Samuel Spencer - Reviewing The Perfect BRRRR On this week’s show Gary chats with investor, investment coach and former mentee Samuel Spencer. Only 1 year ago, Samuel spent some time with Gary in his office, learning the fundamentals of investing. A year later, Samuel has transitioned from condo pre-construction investing and the many mistakes he made, to the BRRRR strategy. Gary and Samuel take a DEEP dive into the numbers to understand this purchase that became the perfect BRRRR, from beginning to refinancing. This podcast will help both new investors and seasoned ones who haven’t considered the BRRRR strategy. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why and how Samuel learned from his mistakes in condo investing Why patience is needed when doing pre-construction investing Why it’s not for everyone How and what he renovated his recent purchase How long the actual renovation took How he worked with the city and got his permits How he managed the renovation during COVID, with work crews Why he’s not afraid to do some renovation work on his own And MORE! Samuel’s Bio Girl Dad, Techie, Investor, Realtor Website/contact info for guest Web: Myrealestaterep.com Instagram: @myrealestaterep Email: info@myrealestaterep.com This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you’re planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises., including a legal bill you didn’t expect. Find them at: https://www.mcmurter.com Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit- https://www.podcastexperts.ca
Thu, November 11, 2021
#138: Alfonso Cuadra - Street Fighting His Way to The Top
#138: Alfonso Cuadra - Street Fighting His Way to The Top On this week’s show Gary chats with investor and President of hustle at the Cuadra group of companies, Alfonso Cuadra. Alfonso had a difficult upbringing in a 3rd world country, and how Canada is vastly different. They chatted real estate, but mainly how Alfonso has built his companies in Canada, how business has moved to online, and how mindset plays a huge role in his life. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why his past didn’t define his future His childhood in El Salvador and his transition to Canada His opinion of the various safety nets Canada offers its citizens Building his business through hard work and hustle His children are his life, and how his business served his lifestyle Fulfilment in life Mindset and his daily routine Why the move to online business was inevitable Perseverance and how its served him How he hustled when a lot of people sat idle during the early days of the pandemic His fears about rents due to his company on April 1, 2020 And MORE! Alfonso’s Bio Alfonso Cuadra is a dynamic leader that’s passionate about sharing his story and inspiring others to create the life they want and to never give up on your dreams. He truly is in the business of changing lives and has a special gift in his ability to connect with people and move them forward. He is President/CEO of The Cuadra Group of Companies. Founder of The Cuadra Youth Foundation A Real Estate Investor with 21 plus years Experience and a Multi-Million dollar portfolio across Canada He has shared his story with thousands of audiences around the world Featured in Reader's Digest which did a 7 page profile that was published in 16 different countries in 5 different languages Author of the book “From the Ground Up-Your 3 steps away from living the life of your dreams” you can pick it up on Amazon HERE ==> https://amzn.to/34eQjFZ An Award wining Business & Real Estate Investing Educator, Trainer, coach, and mentor to thousands of students across the US and Canada Website/contact info for guest Web: www.AlfonsoCuadra.Com This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! <p class="p3"
Thu, November 04, 2021
Jim Kukral - Life Apocalypse: Legacy, Death, Lifestyle & Life Purpose
#137: Jim Kukral - Life Apocalypse: Legacy, Death, Lifestyle & Life Purpose On this week’s show Gary chats with Jim Kukral, a successful entrepreneur, multi-book author, in demand keynote speaker, cancer survivor which caused him to retire from a 25 year career in marketing. This cancer scare caused him to ask himself what he REALLY wanted to do, question his legacy, life purpose, and what kind of lifestyle he wanted. He asks, if you’re not living your purpose and doing what you want now, then WHEN? Not to be missed! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why financial security is not always the best legacy What IS the best kind of legacy to leave How his cancer shifted his mindset on values and HIS legacy The ONE thing most people want MORE of on their deathbed Why yesterday was the best time to do something, but today is the 2ND best time How the pandemic created the biggest mindset shift in history Why the pandemic caused many to reevaluate their lifestyle Why no one, especially Gen Z DON’T want ‘jobs’ anymore Why YOU should be living your life purpose NOW! And MORE! Jim’s Bio For 25-years Jim Kukral has been writing books (10), keynote speaking (150+), and building successful lifestyle businesses as a marketing entrepreneur. But the pandemic and a near-death diagnosis of colon cancer changed everything for Jim in 2020, so he threw away all his past success to start something completely different, a new brand called Life Apocalypse. As an almost fifty-year-old successful businessman, husband, and father of two, Jim realized that he needed to spend his remaining days on this planet helping people figure out how to live a life of significance, impact, and purpose. Jim created Life Apocalypse to help people like him who are thinking about legacy, death, lifestyle, and life purpose. Many people he has spoken to have told him that after this pandemic they want to do things differently. They want to live and think differently. They understand that the world could literally end any day now. With the Life Apocalypse brand and the free 21-day challenge, Jim is addressing mindset, impact, and purpose and helping people live a fulfilling life. Website/contact info for guest Web: http://JimKukral.com This episode proudly sponsored by Property Pathways - https://www.propertypathways.ca/ Property Pathways is an investor-focused architectural design servic
Thu, October 28, 2021
#136: Thia Velinor - From The Projects To A 6 Figure Income using RE Investing
#136: Thia Velinor - From The Projects To A 6 Figure Income using RE Investing On this week’s show Gary chats with Thia Velinor, a major player in the wholesaling market and owner of Velinor Properties Inc. A single mom, she’s faced some tremendous obstacles in her life, but always knew she wanted and could have more. She made more money in one month than her yearly salary, so made a decision to leave her full time job. Then she had trouble getting credit without a full time gig, but she found other ways to use other’s credit and money to build her portfolio. MUST LISTEN! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What is wholesaling and why it’s not easy How can it help people with no downpayment or credit to get into the game The importance of mindset Why ‘white boarding’ is so useful and powerful How Thia finds her deals How she replaced her yearly income in 1 month How she left her job after only a short while of doing wholesaling How she uses OPM (other people’s money) How she uses OPC (other people’s credit) And MORE! Thia’s Bio Thia Velinor is a single mother who has faced tremendous obstacles and hardships. Through perseverance and being dedicated to her goals, Thia was able to quit her 9-5 in January of 2021. She has since grew her wholesaling business to a six figure business doing over 20 deals, and acquired 18 doors using OPM. Website/contact info for guest Web: http://velinorproperties.com This episode proudly sponsored by AGHI Home Inspections and Brian Daley. Whether buying or selling a property, AGHI recognizes that the process can be stressful. It is critical that any decision you make be one that is based on knowing all of the facts. Purchasers, vendors, insurance companies and lending institutions have come to recognize the professionally trained residential home inspector as a credible source of key information vital to making these decisions, and AGHI has been doing it for over 15 years! Contact http://www.bookahomeinspection.com or call (416) 526-7482 Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit- <a href= "https://www.podcastexperts.ca/" target="_blank" r
Thu, October 21, 2021
#135: Jennifer Hunt - Understanding The Macro & Micro Trends of RE Investing
#135: Jennifer Hunt - Understanding The Macro & Micro Trends of RE Investing On this week’s show Gary chats with friend and investor Jennifer Hunt from Real Estate Wealth Lab. They discussed GDP, inflation, housing shortages, immigration policies, and getting down with the data to understand how real estate has trends, and how YOU can harness those trends to buy real estate, and then buy MORE! Her portfolio is worth $25 MILLION, so she knows what she's doing, so don't miss this one! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What is the GDP and how does it impact you The role of inflation, both on real estate prices and your portfolio The housing shortage The role of immigration and the need for more housing Why 2023-2024 will be VERY interesting Why Jennifer is a data geek and how it helps her help her clients Why the housing market from 60 years ago can predict the future What are real estate cycles Interest rate changes How can governments influence the markets And MORE! Jennifer’s Bio Ms. Hunt is a veteran of the real estate investment business with over twenty (20) years of experience in investment, management, development, construction, and financing in excess of US$ 25 million in projects. During her career she has served as a director on numerous occasions and has also served as an executive of over ten (10) different companies directly and indirectly involved in real estate ownership and investment. Ms. Hunt’s diverse portfolio has been spread across much of Canada and the United States, with multiple projects in the Oahu, Hawaii area. She enjoys a national reputation as an international real estate specialist and analyst and is an expert consultant emphasizing strategic repositioning of real estate. Ms. Hunt has extensive experience in various phases of the real estate business, including but not limited to acquiring, managing, repositioning and divesting real estate, including: vacation rentals, short-term rentals, single family, student housing, duplexes, triplexes, multifamily properties, industrial, and commercial properties. Her greatest expertise lies in creating and sustaining value in co-ownership of vacation homes. With a portfolio spanning the US and Canada and over 20+ years of real estate investment experience, Jennifer delivers unparalleled asset management. Website/contact info for guest Web: https://www.realestatewealthlab.com/ Thi
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#134: Natasha Cultraro - Living Life On Your Terms In Costa Rica
#134: Natasha Cultraro - Living Life On Your Terms In Costa Rica On this week’s show Gary chats with good friend and entrepreneur Natasha Cultraro about leaving Canada and establishing new roots in Costa Rica. Natasha is the owner of Investor’s Choice Property Management service in Ontario, as well as an established real estate investor. They dove into living in various parts of the country, the cost of living, buying property there, the unique financing challenges as well as continuing to run an Ontario-based business from Costa Rica. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: The challenges and opportunities of buying property in Costa Rica Why they are building their dream house with a BnB component The interesting financing options in CR VTB (Vendor Take Backs) How a slow government poses challenges for living The cost of living in CR How to be adaptable to a new country How to run an Ontario-based business from CR The political environment Lifestyle in CR And MORE! Natasha’s Bio Natasha Cultraro is a creative real estate investor and owner of Investor's Choice Property Management, Inc, based in Ontario, Canada. She and her family have recently moved to Costa Rica where she continues to buy Ontario and Costa Rican properties while living the “Pura Vida” lifestyle. Website/contact info for guest Web: www.icpmpros.com This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage broker in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that are engaged with our host of Realtor contacts across Canada. At BM Select we offer strategic mortgage solutions with dedicated Agent Support along with leading-edge Underwriting and Fulfillment Services that allow you to sleep well knowing your mortgage transactions are being handled by top quality professionals. Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit <a href= "https://garyhibbert.ca
Thu, October 07, 2021
#133: Josh Stevenson - The Millionaire Schoolteacher, From The Classroom To RE Wealth
#133: Josh Stevenson - The Millionaire Schoolteacher, From The Classroom To RE Wealth On this week’s show Gary chats with former ESL and regular teacher Josh Stevenson from InvestNorth.ca. While he began as a teacher, both overseas and in Canada, his grandparents, not his parents were entrepreneurs, owning hotels and various properties. His parents were also teachers and loved the steady income, but Josh wanted more, so after going bankrupt, decided he needed to reinvent himself, and did he ever! He now owns over 80 doors worth $18 Million+ and is not stopping! Take notes, you’ll learn quite a few things in this action-packed podcast! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why you should NOT be afraid of owning property at a distance How you can hack property management How he scaled his business with a partner How the cash flow from his properties allowed him quit teaching and ‘retire’, and allow he and his partner to live comfortably How he cashed in his pension to buy property (WHAAAAAT?!) Why he loves multi family units Why he hasn’t done ANY Joint Ventures VTBs - Vendor Take Backs Why financial literacy should be taught in school And MORE! Josh’s Bio Josh Stevenson is the co-owner of a property investment company called Invest North which holds 87 doors valued at over $14M in Orillia, Severn Township, Sundridge, Rutherglen, North Bay, Cobalt and New Liskeard. Josh retired from his grade 8 teaching job in November of 2020 after a 20-year career that took him to Japan, The Czech Republic, Taiwan, Australia and finally back to Ontario. He and his business partner, Brent Peterson, manage all 87 doors with the help of their wives and they have managed to build their portfolio with absolutely no joint venture partners. Josh regularly works with credit unions to buy buildings with a “no-money-down strategy”. His use of creative financing techniques and vendor take-back mortgages has allowed Invest North to add over 60 doors during the past two years he and his partner plan to continue their expansion into Ontario’s northern markets for the foreseeable future. Josh is married to the author Jessica Hamilton and they live with their two children in Orillia, Ontario. Website/contact info for guest Web: http://InvestNorth.ca Instagram: @investnorth.ca This episode proudly sponsored by Property Pathways - https://www.propert
Thu, September 30, 2021
#132: Trevor McGregor - The 5 Reasons People Fail to Scale in Real Estate
#132: Trevor McGregor - The 5 Reasons People Fail to Scale in Real Estate On this week’s show Gary chats with seasoned investor and real estate coach Trevor McGregor in a JAM PACKED episode! Trevor was a master coach with Tony Robbins’ company, is a passive and active investor in real estate in single family homes up to multi unit apartment buildings; he also owns self storage units and a hemp farm! This is a podcast where you will NEED to take notes for all the fantastic ideas, or listen to it multiple times, it’s a home run out of the park! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: The five reasons people fail to scale their real estate business The importance of having a coach The four S's of real estate The five freedoms of a real estate business How the five freedoms have changed his life Why failure teaches more than success Why you should not be afraid of failure! And MORE! Trevor’s Bio – 2021 Trevor is a High Performance - Master Coach with over 25,000 hours of coaching experience under his belt. He has worked with clients from around the world, including Fortune 500 executives, high level real estate investors, entrepreneurs, world-class athletes and business professionals and they all come to him for one reason: Life-Changing Transformation. In addition to running his own private coaching practice, Trevor was a Master Platinum Coach with the Tony Robbins Group, offering elite coaching unlike any other program in the world. Prior to that, he spent over 20 years in Corporate working as the Executive Director of Operations for a very successful Company. Trevor is also an active and passive Real Estate Investor holding assets in his portfolio that range from owning single family homes, to Multi-family apartment buildings all over the US, Self-Storage units in Key West Florida, and even an Agricultural Hemp Farm in Colorado. He has also been an impact investor in many exciting projects around the world including Costa Rica and as far away as Australia. His mission is to assist others in realizing their true power and hidden potential to achieve more success, wealth, freedom and contribution than they ever thought possible. Trevor lives with his wife Leesa and their 3 amazing boys in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Website/contact info for guest Web: www.TrevorMcGregor.com This episode proudly sponsored by De
Thu, September 23, 2021
#131: Adelaide & Renate Carriere - Never Too Young, Never Too Late
#131: Adelaide & Renate Carriere - Never Too Young, Never Too Late On this week’s show Gary chats with Adelaide Carriere and her grandmother Renate, who bought their first investment property together. This episode is for new investors, or those considering getting into it. If you’re 18 or 60, this show talks about the basics and fundamentals of investing, searching for a property, screening, property management and more! Adelaide started as the admin at Smart Home Choice, and became interested in becoming a real estate investor by asking a lot of questions, and deciding to invest at age 18! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How did Adelaide start out and become interested in real estate The books she read at age 12, and books her grandmother read as well Why they chose to invest together How they researched for a property Where they chose to invest The issues with the property and maintenance How they divide duties for joint ownership The tenant screening process Some of their favourite quotes And MORE! Adelaide’s Bio Adelaide Carriere is a 20-year-old entrepreneur, real estate agent & real estate investor on a mission to lead with intent, inspire people, and innovate. As a young girl, Adelaide loved to read books and would take any opportunity to learn from the people around her. At age 12, Adelaide picked up 2 books that would change how she saw the world & reshape her mindset. The Secret by Rhonda Byrne and Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki taught her the importance of financial literacy and a positive mindset. After reading both books several times, Adelaide knew her purpose was something greater than she’d imagined but didn’t know where to start. Adelaide was accepted into university but decided to pursue real estate instead and completed the Humber Real Estate Salesperson program in 2021. Her initial interest in real estate began in March 2019 while employed at Smart Home Choice. One day Adelaide asked at what age she could begin investing and Gary revealed that she could start now if she wanted to. The conversation propelled her on a journey of determination to see if it was true that she could own property despite being young, financially unstable, and unable to qualify for a mortgage. October 2019 while at an event featuring the world’s best motivational speaker, Les Brown, Adelaide was introduced to Mathew Frederick, a real estate investor with over 30 years of experience and many mentees. After a little persistence, Mathew agreed to mentor Adelaide as well. With the support and encouragement of her mentors, Adelaide convinced her gran
Wed, September 15, 2021
#130: Austin Yeh - How To Retire From Your 9-5 in Under 3 Years
#130: Austin Yeh - How To Retire From Your 9-5 in Under 3 Years On this week’s show Gary chats Austin Yeh, a young investor who has made great progress in under 3 years as an investor! He went from 1 property to 17 to 40 units in a short time, and has tried wholesaling, BRRRR, flips and many other strategies in his short career. He left is 9-5 and is now a ‘retired’ investor at age 26, instead of his 50’s as he originally planned! LOTS of fantastic advice and lessons learned in this do-not-miss episode! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How did Austin start out? How much money had he saved to start investing What important lessons did he learn along the way Where and why he chose to buy his first property A laundry list of mistakes he made - “I made every mistake in the book!” Why YOU shouldn’t panic if you make a mistake He acts instead of suffering ‘analysis paralysis’ His philosophy on “Cash for Keys” How his RISE network helps its 6000 members He now has a wholesaling business His original plan for retiring And MORE! Austin’s Bio Austin Yeh is a 26 year old real estate investor and entrepreneur. Since closing on his first property in October 2018, Austin has since grown his portfolio to over 40 units, founded one of the largest online real estate communities in Ontario (RISE Network) with over 5.5k members, and also retired from his full-time corporate job. He primarily focuses on the BRRRR strategy, joint ventureships, and raising private money to scale his portfolio. More recently, Austin is focused into growing a 7-figure wholesaling business, called Ontario Property Deals, with his business partner. Currently they’re on track to surpass their goal in their first year of operation. Website/contact info for guest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/340680876607406 Resources: Brandon Turn the book on investing in rental properties Fix & Flip Renos To Riches Rich Dad Poor Dad This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you’re planning an estate, selling or buying
Thu, September 09, 2021
#129: Brian Daley - Protecting Your Real Estate Investment For The Long Term
#129: Brian Daley - Protecting Your Real Estate Investment For The Long Term On this week’s show Gary chats with good friend and trusted home inspector for SmartHomeChoice, Brian Daley. Gary has personally been using Brian’s/AGHI services for over 10 years. AGHI helps investors make sure they are buying the best property for them, but also protecting their assets for the long term. Brian has personally built several homes and renovated others, so he has a detailed knowledge of the inner workings of properties. During this informative and fun conversation, Brian shares some information that even Gary was unaware of about home inspections! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why the outside of a property is critical for investors A review of vents, soffits, cracks, etc and their importance What types of insulation might be in a home, and are any of them harmful A discussion of mold and should you be afraid Plumbing fixtures and piping and which ones are BANNED What red flags you should be worried about The home structure and its importance What’s behind the wall? And MORE! Brian’s Bio Brian Daley is the President of AGHI Inc . He brings over 35 years of practical experience in marketing, client relations, education, and communication skills to the Home Inspection business. AGHI has provided residential home inspection services to owners of new homes and re-sale home buyers throughout Ontario since 2002. He works with top producing real estate brokerages providing trusted service to their agents and clients. Brian has developed and taught programs to Home Inspectors providing field training and practical communication skills training. In 2021 he launched an on-line course through his publisher Orderline designed to educate consumers, trades and designers about how to inspect a house. The credit course offers participants the perfect launch for starting a career in Home Inspection. Brian has written the book “Guide to Home Inspectors” through his publisher Orderline and he has published numerous articles in local and national print media that provide sound advice to consumers on home related items and the home inspection process. Brian has appeared as host and guest expert on numerous home related television programs on both HGTV and Investigation Discovery and is recognized as an industry leader and innovator in the field of home inspections in Canada. He is a Registered Home Inspector (RHI) member of the Provincial (OAHI) and National (CAPHI) Home Inspection associations. Website/contact info for guest Web: <a href= "h
Wed, September 01, 2021
#128: Daniel Dimanno - Tax Strategies, Market Trends & The Life Of An Entrepreneur
#128: Tax Strategies, Market Trends & The Life Of An Entrepreneur w/Daniel Dimanno On this week’s show Gary chats with good friend and trusted accountant for SmartHomeChoice Daniel Dimanno. Daniel has experience in both the public and private accounting sectors, and has been assisting clients for many years. He counsels clients on business structure, tax strategies and good business practices that WON’T get you into trouble with tax authorities. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Whether you need to or should incorporate as a real estate investor If you incorporate, is the corporation’s money YOUR money? How to borrow money from your corporation? How to and why you would sell your personal properties to your corporation What about dividends and profits? Why an accountant and bookkeeper are essential How to put family members on payroll Should you pay off your investment properties The difference between renovations and repairs What you CAN and CANNOT write-off Inflation right now CRA tax situations Setting up your own business And MORE! Daniel’s Bio Daniel DiManno holds a wealth of experience and knowledge developed through years of working in the business and financial market place. His experience includes positions held with one of Canada’s largest public accounting firms, where he worked with both large publicly traded companies and small to medium sized privately held businesses. He has experience both as a public and private accountant, working as an auditor and business advisor as well as holding accounting roles within the private sector. Daniel also has experience as an investment advisor, focusing on wealth management under the guidance and mentorship of senior investment advisors from one of Canada’s top ranked investment banks. Specialties: Business Consulting, Tax Compliance, Financial Statement Preparation, Review and Audit engagement services for Manufacturing, Distribution, Real estate, property management, retail, logistics and financial services businesses. Website/contact info for guest Daniel DiManno , CPA, CA | Capstone LLP Phone: 416-551-0760 email: daniel@capstonellp.ca Website: <a style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell,
Wed, August 25, 2021
#127: Mathew Frederick (Archives) - The Different Stages of Real Estate Investing
#127: (From The Archives) The Different Stages of Real Estate Investing w/Mathew Frederick On this week’s show Gary chats with friend and longtime investor Mathew Frederick. Mathew has thrived in real estate in many ways, including new builds. He got his first property at age 19 (NINETEEN!) and continues to look out for deals. He’s a JV master, and in this podcast he shares many of his unique strategies for creating deals! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How Mathew bought his first investment property at the age of 19! Why he believes commercial investors should residential, and residential should understand commercial The different stages of investing and how you transition between them How to create deals by understanding someone else’s pain point The ‘art’ of the joint venture conversation What he’s learned from single family, multi family and self storage investing He’s bought land and become a developer Mathew has also invested in many parts of the world including Belize This podcast is for NEW and experienced investors looking to add some new tools and strategies to their skill set And MORE! Mathew’s Bio At 19 years of age Mathew purchased his first investment property, and to this day still continues to look for deals. “I speak to businesses, networking groups and associations on the how to create wealth through land development investing. As a Real Estate Investment facilitator, I have spoken to over 100,000 Canadians over the past 8 years about Lease Options, Tax Sales, Buy/Fix Sales, Foreclosures. I help bring industry-leading expertise and judgment to each step in the real estate land development investing process.” Specialties: Land Development Investing Real Estate Investing Author and TV Personality Professional Speaker Mentoring Website/contact info for guest Web: watermarkintl.ca LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mathewfrederick Twitter: mathewfrederick This episode proudly sponsored by AGHI Home Inspections and Brian Daley. Whether buying or selling a property, AGHI
Thu, August 19, 2021
#126: Build Back Better - Real Estate Investing Forecast 2021
#126: Build Back Better - Real Estate Investing Forecast 2021 On this week’s show Gary chats with friend and longtime investor Frank Taylor. Frank purchases his first property during the 1987-1988 boom (just like 20/21), then the market crashed in 1990, leading to a recession. He’s being going strong since then, with no signs of slowing down! He believes in buy and hold, and putting equity into his properties so that they are part of his retirement, and will be lasting assets for his children. Check below for all the great details of what you can learn! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How buying in a boom, like now, can still get you valuable assets How he navigated the recession of 1990, during the first Gulf War Why his first mortgage interest rates were 10 or 12% Why the banks got more cautious during the recession and locked LOCs! Why Frank believes that putting money into his assets is the way to go Why Frank develops great relationships with owners on all sides of his investment properties “Treat your tenants like gold, because they are your clients!” Why you should under promise and over deliver Why 50% of his clients that left real estate investing, called him back after leaving to get back in the game Why Frank ALWAYS buys for cash flow -‘cash flow will always be the fundamental part of investing’ Why the current stress tests are designed to mimic a crash Why Frank considers himself an historical restoration expert Why his buildings lease quickly, and the tenant class is above average Why he believes ‘the world is dying, and a green economy is required to save it’ And MORE! Frank’s Bio At 18 years of age I started my first company, CanClean, which specialized in commercial steam cleaning and restoration services throughout Toronto, Peel and Halton region. The company provided services to some of the largest commercial office space providers and several multi-residential rental asset firms as well as service calls for Leon’s Furniture, based from their Burlington location. At 20, I began to invest in real estate for the future of my children's post secondary education and for retirement, purchasing older homes in Hamilton and converting them into duplexes and triplexes. I taught myself the ins and outs of total restoration as I engaged in rebuilding those properties. In 1992, having discovered that my true passion lay in the real estate, I divested from CanClean and became a licensed realtor who specialized in multi- residential and mixed-use commercial holdings. My business ranged widely, from sing
Thu, August 12, 2021
#125: How It All Started - Christopher Hummel Interviews Gary
#125: How It All Started - Christopher Hummel Interviews Gary On this week’s show the tables are turned - Gary is interviewed by Chris Hummell! They dig deep into the past, how SHC started, and where it’s headed in the future! They talked about how Gary and Darlene started the business many years ago, and how Chris and Quinton joined the growing business. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: * How SHC become one of the leading investor clubs * Why Gary left a safe and secure 9-5 for the wilds of entrepreneurship * The types of investing Gary tried * Why he initially screened ALL his tenants * Where SHC sees itself in the future * Inflation and the future * Market predictions * What gets Gary out of bed * Gary’s Morning routine * What drives Gary and motivates him * And MORE! Chris & Gary’s Bio Chris’s Bio Chris has been investing in rental properties for near a decade. He is a full time investor and a full time real estate agent. Over this period Chris has contributed to various projects and has worked with some of the best in the industry. Having won several real estate awards himself and being profiled in several RE Investment magazines and articles, he continues to contribute his knowledge and experience with web articles, videos, seminars and events. Chris has a background in sales, public speaking and marketing. He prides himself on his people skills and aspires to teaching others how to achieve their financial goals through real estate investing and taking action. One of his personal goals is to mentor disadvantaged youth to show them that anybody can be successful and achieve their dreams. He has a family with two beautiful young children whom he adores and loves to spend time with. Gary’s Bio Gary Hibbert is a full-time Real Estate Investor, licensed and award-winning Real Estate Agent, Author, and Educator. In 2008, he made a decision that would be life-changing by purchasing his first investment property. Through hard work and dedication, Gary left the corporate world to become a full-time entrepreneur in 2014. Today, not only does he have a remarkable Real Estate Investing Portfolio and successful businesses, Gary continually inspires the same change that transformed his life, into others. In the beginning, Gary lived pay cheque to pay cheque as many others do. He had been accustomed to the reality that at the end of the month, there was more month than money. Realizing that there must be another way to make ends meet, he became determined to educate himself and make a change. However, at that point, he hadn’t yet realized that by changing his own lif
Wed, August 04, 2021
#124: Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry - The Last 8%
#124: The Last 8%: Why Avoiding The Difficult Is Keeping You Stuck w/Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry On this week’s show Gary chats with New York Times bestselling author Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry. He’s consulted with large corporations such as IBM, Sony, Goldman Sachs, has coached Olympic, NBA and NFL athletes! JP also hosts his own podcast called The Last 8%, and Gary highly recommends it. He explains his BIG strategy, his book club and the value of mindfulness! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: The power of meditation and how to properly do it How self awareness translates into success Are your thoughts REALLY yours? How JP has helped world class athletes banish self- doubting voices in your head The role of isolation in the past year and how to cope with the fallout How to live a more courageous life How emotions keep us up at night The more we practice mindfulness the more we see there’s us and our thoughts The more space between you and your thoughts leads you to “I don’t need to believe every thought!” His morning routine to avoid burnout and setting your day up for success! And MORE! JP’s Bio New York Times bestselling author Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry taught at a world class business school (Kellogg), has been an award-winning entrepreneur (Profit Magazine’s Fastest growing companies), and works with Olympic and NFL and NBA teams and many of the world’s top organizations such as Rolls Royce, Goldman Sachs, IBM, Johnson Controls, Airbus, BMW, Intel to perform and lead under pressure. His organization surveys over 40,000 people a year offers practical tools to help be better in your most difficult moments, what are known as Last 8% situations. Website/contact info for guest Web: https://last8percent.com/pages/academy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/last8project Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/last8percent/ Resources: Performing Under Pressure - Dr. JP Pawliw-Fry This episode proudly sponsore
Thu, July 29, 2021
#123: Brian McMurter - Pitfalls & Mistakes Lawyers Can Save You From
#123: Pitfalls & Mistakes Lawyers Can Save You From w/Brian McMurter On this week’s show Gary chats with good friend and Gary’s personal real estate lawyer for many years, Brian McMurter. He’s been in the business for 40 years, and June 2021 was his busiest month, EVER! He says everyone he’s ever known AND their children seem to be buying or selling right now! He’s built a solid team of professionals to help assist home buyers and sellers protect their interests and assets, for likely one of the biggest financial transactions of their lives. They had a wide-ranging discussion about current situations, and plain advice that never grows old. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Do you even NEED a lawyer to close a property in Ontario Should you close a property in your own name, a corporation or a 3-tiered corp? Who does the lawyer represent - you, the bank or both? What types of delays happen upon closing, and how they affect many other properties down the line Types of clauses and buyer protection YOU should be adding into real estate contracts Types of clauses Brian thinks should be added Challenges and rewards of private lending How the pandemic has changed how McMurter does business How personal marijuana growth at home is affected Brian’s opinions on future market conditions And MORE! Brian’s Bio Brian C. McMurter is a Whitby-based lawyer, specializing in Real Estate and Wills & Estates and also providing Notary services, having come to law following an extremely successful career in the banking industry. With firm roots in the Durham Region in Ontario, Brian’s client base extends from Scarborough through to Clarington, and all the cities in between (Pickering/Ajax, Whitby, Oshawa, Bowmanville, Newcastle). Brian’s policy of “No Surprises” has made him a popular choice among residents and real estate professionals alike. He actively supports his community as a member of the Chamber of Commerce, participates in the Durham Networking Association, and is a frequent speaker in the community on topics relating to real estate and wills. Website/contact info for guest Web: https://www.mcmurter.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brian-C-McMurter-208879189123996 This episode proudly sponsored by AGH
Thu, July 22, 2021
#122: Stefan Aarnio (Archives) - Self Made Confessions
#122 (Archives): Self Made Confessions w/Stefan Aarnio In this archive episode, Gary spoke in 2017 with the late Stefan Aarnio, who was a real estate investor with many years of experience. Stefan had flipped thousands of properties, but also had experience with currency investing, is a historical and current currency expert, and award winning entrepreneur & a published author. Stefan always spoke with no filter, and whatever he was thinking usually came out. Stefan’s main motto was ‘Respect The Grind’. What you'll learn How Gary worked through a traumatic life event Bubble in 2017 Market in 2018 Best strategy for beginning investors Bitcoin Avoid analysis paralysis Why Stefan mentors people to choose a flip for their first few investments rather than buy & hold And MORE! Bio Stefan Aarnio is an Award-Winning real estate Investor, Entrepreneur, Author and winner of the 2014 Rich Dad International Hall of Fame award. Starting with only $1200, Stefan has built a Multi-Million Dollar portfolio for himself and his partners and has been recognized on The Self-Made List. Stefan runs a Podcast called “Respect The Grind” which is a series of interviews with elite people in various industries. The interviews are all about how it takes 10 years and 10 000 hours to achieve mastery in any practice and industry, and you must respect the grind! Website/contact info for guest Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/s?k=stefan+aarnio&i=stripbooks&ref=nb_sb_noss Please a leave a review, as it helps Gary understand if he’s bringing on the right guests that you want to hear from! Interested in learning more about Real Estate Investing? Visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca To learn more about Gary’s mentorship program, visit https://garyhibbert.ca
Wed, July 14, 2021
#121: Daniel Patton - Mortgages, The Middle Class & the Life of an Entrepreneur
#121: Daniel Patton - Mortgages, The Middle Class & the Life of an Entrepreneur On this week’s show Gary chats with good friend Daniel Patton, cofounder of BM Select mortgage broker. He and his lifelong friend Dave Butler started in the mortgage business before Daniel knew what a mortgage was! Their award winning business has helped thousands of people buy investment properties, while growing the business at a record breaking pace. What has Daniel learned over the years that benefits his clients? WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How Daniel and Dave Butler started in the mortgage business, which is BM select Why he got into mortgages, even though he didn’t know what a mortgage was Some of the mistakes they made along the way The hardest part of the RE transaction Interest rates and where they are going Inflation Market predictions Joint ventures and what the banks don’t like to see What the middle class don’t see coming Private lending The pivotal point that brought Daniel to where he is today The role of leadership, and how he transitioned into one Mortgage structures, debt ratios and tax implications Refinancing Why being debt free and mortgage free is good, but what is your money doing for you? What ‘smart’ money is doing these days And MORE! Daniel’s Bio After graduating college with high honors, Daniel Patton teamed up with his childhood friend Dave Butler and in 2004 they began their careers together in the mortgage business. After winning the "National Rookie of The Year award" in their first year as Mortgage Agents they quickly translated that success into growing a Top 5 ranked team at Mortgage Intelligence where they started. In 2011 they formed Butler Mortgage. Daniel specializes in Mortgages for real estate investors and clients looking for long-term strategic planning. He routinely ranks amongst the top 20 mortgage agents in Canada (as per CMP magazine), and his team was responsible for funding over $400,000,000.00 in mortgage volume in 2019 and $503,000,000.00 in 2020. Website/contact info for guest Web: https://bmselect.ca Instagram: @BMSelect Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BMSelect This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you!<
Thu, July 08, 2021
#120: Health & Wellness Under Any Circumstances w/ Dr. Du La, ND
#120: Health & Wellness Under Any Circumstances w/ Dr. Du La, ND On this week’s show Gary chats with Dr. Du La, a Toronto-based Naturopathic Doctor registered in Traditional Chinese medicine, where naturopathic care treats the entire person, not just the symptom they are complaining about. Dr. La’s parents instilled in her a hard work ethic, and since she grew up in a family with not much money, her parents got creative in putting healthy food on their table. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why it doesn’t take a lot of money to eat well Why Naturopathic doctors believe the body has an innate ability to heal itself When it can’t, they use natural therapies to supplement the immune system Why NDs don’t apply ‘band aid’ solutions, but targeted therapies to get to the root cause Then root cause of many health issues today How meditation can help get rid of ‘monkey brain’ How mindfulness can help keep distracting thoughts away The role of mindset and why it’s 90% important What are Dr. La’s ‘non-negotiables’ How self talk should be conscientious, not perfect How her practice changed during the pandemic, including acupuncture What are the 5 pillars - sleep, movement, nutrition, mindset, community and how they work Traditional Chinese energy meridians What is the ‘blue zone’ and why some people live longer than others And MORE! Dr. La’s Bio Du (Yo) La is a Toronto-based naturopathic doctor, registered traditional Chinese Medicine doctor and acupuncturist and an experienced birth doula. She is a co-founder and co-owner of Toronto Centre for Naturopathic Medicine established in 2004, a multi- disciplinary wellness clinic located in her home, in Riverdale, Toronto. She is a mom to two young girls (aged 9 and 12), an avid runner, nature enthusiast, conservationist and enjoys travel and cooking. Website/contact info for guest Web: www.torontonaturopathicmedicine.ca Instagram: www.instagram.com/dula.nd/ Facebook: // www.facebook.com/DrDuLa.ND This episode proudly sponsored by Property Pathways - <a href="https://w
Thu, July 01, 2021
#119: Are You Richer Than You Think w/ Jordan Bress
#119: Are You Richer Than You Think w/ Jordan Bress On this week’s show Gary chats with Jordan Bress from Scotiabank, Senior Managers of Sales for Durham Region. Many SmartHomeChoice investors have had their properties mortgaged by Scotia, and with their rental program, they will allow up to 10 properties to be mortgaged, including your primary residence! They talked about corporations and mortgages, ‘drive til you qualify’, his view on the market, and MUCH more! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why you may have to ‘drive til you qualify’ Corporations and mortgages Jordan and Scotiabank’s roadmap view of the market in the next 6, 12 and 18 months What Jordan thinks about mortgage rates The stress test and the impact Interest rates How appraisals are working in COVID The programs Scotia offers for first time buyers and why they are unique Jordan’s morning routine And MORE! Jordan’s Bio Jordan has held several senior roles including Senior Manager Business and Personal for Royal bank managing 250 relationships during his tenure in the role. In 2010 Jordan accepted the role as Senior Relationship Manager for Ontario North and East for Public Sector with RBC. He was responsible for managing clients such as Municipalities, Hospitals, Universities, and Colleges etc. He also managed Request for Proposals ( RFP ) responses during this time. Managing a book of 500 Million in assets and lending requirements. In 2015 Jordan joined Scotiabank as the Senior Manager of sales for Durham Region, managing a team of Mortgage specialists. In 2016 Jordan assumed the Ontario Central East region to align with his Durham territory. In 2017 he was awarded the Achiever trip Nationally for Senior Manager of Sales. Jordan resides in Lindsay Ontario with his wife Morgan and his two daughters Olivia, Avery and Hudson Website/contact info for guest Web: http://scotiabank.com Email: Jordan.bress@scotiabank.com Phone: 289-928-9146 This episode proudly sponsored by AGHI Home Inspections and Brian Daley . Whether buying or selling a property, AGHI recognizes that the process can be stressful. It is critical that any decision you make be one that is based on knowing all of the facts. Purchasers, vendors, insurance co
Thu, June 24, 2021
#118: Covering All Your Bases With Property Insurance w/ Todd O’Donnell
#118: Covering All Your Bases With Property Insurance w/ Todd O’Donnell On this week’s show Gary chats with Todd O’Donnell from Desjardins Insurance. Gary has most of his insurance needs covered by Todd and his team - car, home, investment properties and yet this was the first time they had met face to face! They touched on replacement cost vs. Resale prices; whether you *need* home insurance in Canada, and many more things! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Replacement costs vs. Resale prices, why the difference? What to do when tenants leave with your insurance to make sure you’re covered Do you need to let your insurer know if you go from single family to multi unit? What to do if you are in the middle or about to start a renovation Do your rates go up with making claims? Umbrella insurance, what it is and how you use it Flood protection and premiums Content insurance for tenants, can you demand it or force them to have it Cottage insurance and coverages Do you *need* home insurance in Canada, and the answer may surprise you! Why you should drive by your property every month, and enter the property every 3 months Mindset of being an entrepreneur And MORE! Todd’s Bio With two offices in Ontario, Todd and his team of 12 have over 60 years of combined experience in the insurance industry. His offices offer home, auto, investment property, business and life and health insurance products. Todd lives in Kitchener and is supported by his amazing wife Tara and two teenage boys, Ryan & Cole. Website/contact info for guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsuranceTodd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insurance_todd/ Web: www.insurancetodd.com Resources: This episode proudly sponsored by Deep Pockets - https://deep-pockets.ca If you’re look to borrow or invest funds, Deep Pockets should be at the top of your list. It is a preferred choice for secure lending, and as a borrower you have the option of flexible terms and
Thu, June 17, 2021
#117: Free & Clear: How To Make $100K yearly w/ Russell Westcott
#117: Free & Clear: How To Make $100K yearly w/ Russell Westcott On this week’s show Gary chats with real estate investor Russell Westcott, an early mentor of Gary’s, partially due to his energy, excitement and confidence when speaking in front of large crowds at RE events! They touched on Russell’s story that he’s never told; the importance of looking after yourself; Russell’s battle with depression; market cycles and MORE, in this not-to-be-missed fun and informative UNSCRIPTED chat! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Russell’s story that he’s NEVER shared before Russell’s battle with depression and how he got himself out The importance of looking after yourself Market cycles and what YOU need to be careful of “Free & Clear” - make $90,000 - $100,000 a year How to find a good mentor “Sometimes you have to chisel your gifts out of you” How watching Robert Kyosaki on Oprah at age 30 started him down the path when he was lost The TWO pivotal moments in high school that changed his outlook “If you’ve had a blessed life, you need to be a blessing to others.” And MORE! Russell’s Bio Helping Real Estate Investors start, grow & scale the Real Estate portfolio of their dreams. Russell’s presentations have been called passionate, entertaining, educational, and inspirational. At his core, he is a teacher, a master communicator, and has moved more than 250,000 people with his books, audio programs, YouTube videos, online & offline presentations, interviews, and podcasts. He has built his first million-dollar real estate portfolio within his first year of leaping real estate investing and continues to expand and manage his real estate portfolio. Russell has co-authored two best-selling Canadian real estate books; 97 Tips for Canadian Real Estate Investors and Joint Ventures: The Canadian Investors Guide to Raising Money and Getting Deals Done. Website/contact info for guest Facebook: http www.facebook.com/RussellAllenWestcott/ Instagram: http s://w ww .instagram .c om/russellwestcott/ Web: www.russellwestcott.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/russellwestcott Podcast: https://russellwestcott.podbean.com/ Resources: <a href=
Wed, June 09, 2021
#116: Take Bold Steps, Follow Big Money w/ Todor Yordanov
#116: Take Bold Steps, Follow Big Money w/ Todor Yordanov On this week’s show Gary chats with Todor Yordanov, someone Gary looked up to when he first got into investing, and met at the Real Estate Investor Forum. Todor already had his own investor club, but took great interest in what Gary and Darlene were doing. They’ve had many conversations over the years, and his insights into many things make for an educational listen. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why you can “NEVER outsave the real estate market!” What are Todor’s insights into inflation His thoughts on the printing of money Where Todor thinks the market is going What’s happening in the condo market, both for rentals and sales, especially in downtown Toronto They touch on conspiracy theories and the great reset The role of AI (artificial intelligence) and what role it will play in RE investing Bitcoin Canada as a whole, and how we compare to the world according to Todor People who are always successful adapt the fastest, because change is inevitable Real Estate is always a good investment as it’s one of the basic needs Real estate investing gives Todor the lifestyle he wants, when we he travel again Has he bought any properties in any location he travels to Why you can be more aggressive with investing when younger, and transition into asset protection And MORE! Todor’s Bio Todor started investing in real Estate few years after coming to Canada. His first purchase was a 2 units in-row townhouse in Toronto at Parliament and Richmond in 1995. What follows is a journey of hard work, many trials and errors through setting up property management company, renovations company, multiple properties purchases in different areas in GTA and eventually focusing on new construction condos and home in downtown and around GTA. An avid student of business and trends, Todor keeps close relationships with the big builders as an insight to where BIG Money is invested and where the trends are moving to and delivers intel and profitable opportunities to his clients. Website/contact info for guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/todor.yordanov.real.estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insider_condo_access/ Web: InsiderCondoAccess.com Resources: <a href= "https://www.amazon.ca/Snowball-Warren-Buffett-B
Wed, June 02, 2021
#115: How The Middle Class Could Lose Everything w/ Marcin Drozdz
#115: How The Middle Class Could Lose Everything w/ Marcin Drozdz On this week’s show Gary chats with Marcin Drozdz, an investor Gary first met while still working at TD. Marcin was talking about raising millions of dollars even back then, which piqued Gary’s curiosity. In this podcast, they chatted about raising money as Marcin is an expert at that; the market and where big money is moving; the ‘easy’ method, is inflation here or is it coming soon and more! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What is stagflation, and can it happen in Canada? What is the ‘easy’ method that Marcin uses? His methods for raising MILLIONS of dollars for investment Where is the ‘big money’ moving to What you should be doing RIGHT NOW as an investor What is the tax on the middle class that they cannot see Why governments don’t want inflation The advantage government has for paying off debt Why hard assets can help you survive crashes Why hard assets are better than cash - FIAT currencies And MORE! Marcin’s Bio Marcin is an active real estate investor and a partner on a several hundred unit portfolio in the US. He got his start in real estate through Private Equity and has sourced over $250,000,000 for several business ventures. Marcin is the creator of The Infinite Cash Flow System based on his 15 years of experience in creating wealth through cash flow real estate. When he’s not working with investors or mentoring students he enjoys inspiring entrepreneurs, business owners, and those just starting to explore living life on their own terms. Outside of real estate, Marcin is the host of the Podcast “The Game”. A platform where he interviews some of the top minds in business, sports, and life. Website/contact info for guest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmarcindrozdz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmarcindrozdz/ Web: www.marcindrozdz.com This episode proudly sponsored by Property Pathways - https://www.propertypathways.ca/ Property Pathways is an investor-focused architectural design service provider that s
Wed, May 26, 2021
#114: Garden Suites: The Future of RE Investing w/ Ronald De Coteau
#114: Garden Suites: The Future of RE Investing w/ Ronald De Coteau On this week’s show Gary chats with Ronald De Coteau, founder and President of Property Pathways Inc. They dug deep into Garden Suites, a new-ish way of having tenants or family live close, but independently. It is the future real estate. With the pandemic, many people are looking at maximizing their real estate investments, and getting the best use. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What is a garden suite (SDU - Secondary Dwelling Unit) and is it permanent? The legal ramifications of a garden suite Do different municipalities have different laws and rules? The costs of creating one Do the numbers work? Bill 108 and garden suites How are separate utilities (hydro, gas, etc) handled Why the provincial government started pushing municipal governments to explore unconventional rental housing How big of a lot do you need to do this? How much of my lot can I use for this? How many units can be created Are there different configurations of garden suites? Apartment buildings take YEARS from planning to completion, garden suites can be build much faster And MORE! Ronald’s Bio Ronald is the founder and president of Property Pathways and delivers on his promise to pioneer an enriched design and construction experience for real estate investors. He started investing in real estate in 2016 and was surprisingly challenged to find a design or contractor that could explain the legal process of secondary suite renovations. He set out to become the subject matter expert and a valuable resource to real estate investors throughout Ontario. By leveraging his education and experience gained in the commercial construction sector, he created a hybrid service specific to real estate investors, who focus on the creation of long term wealth by buying and holding or BRRR real estate. He works with real estate investors and their realtors to identify Suite-Able properties and has the battle scars and relationships in municipalities throughout Ontario, to prove it. Navigating the bylaw and building code requirements for a legal secondary suite bridges the gap and creates a pathway between the problems associated with converting properties and the profit that awaits the investors. Our service is predicated on the belief that the building permitting process for real estate investors should be uniquely tailored and we achieve this through our four-phase design process that produces the detailed and easy to interpret permit drawings for a worry free constructi
Thu, May 20, 2021
#113: Millionaire Mindset w/ Shawn Rea
#113: Millionaire Mindset w/ Shawn Rea On this week’s show Gary chats with Shawn Rea, real estate investor, realtor and father of 3. Shawn shares his journey towards real estate investing; travelling to Belize during COVID, and building many new homes; how he got into house hacking, and finally how relatives and friends questioned his decision to sell his primary residence to finance a duplex! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What Shawn wrote on a piece of paper a few years ago that changed his life The book that also changed his life How friends and family questioned his decision to buy a duplex and live with strangers How to find Joint Ventures What is the *right* joint venture Buying and building properties in Belize What was involved with travelling to Belize during the pandemic What are the ‘golden handcuffs’ and how it relates to freedom He was working overtime and working more, but taking home less What it was like to buy and live with someone else in a Duplex Why he was broke and needed to get 2 secondary jobs Shawn’s opinion of mindset How he hacked his house Why he’s had a ‘mini retirement’ from his 9-5 and why he’ll likely go back to his 9-5! And MORE! Shawn’s Bio Father of 3 Real Estate Investor Realtor Website/contact info for guest Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/shawn.rea Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/shawnrea Web: https://reaig.com/ Resources: Rich Dad Poor Dad - Robert Kiyosaki This episode proudly sponsored by McMurter & Associates. They are a real estate and estate law firm who can be your partner for every major legal event in your life. If you’re planning an estate, selling or buying real estate, they can help with over 30 years of experience. Their objective is to prevent you from worrying about the legal aspect of your transactions. From the first meeting, McMurter will provide you with straightforward legal advice, and no surprises., including a legal bill you didn’t expect. Find them at: https:
Thu, May 13, 2021
#112: Redefining Success During Covid w/W. Brett Wilson
#112: Redefining Success During Covid On this week’s show Gary chats with investor, philanthropist, author and Dragon’s Den alumnus. He has built extensive holdings in the power generation, hydrocarbon production, real estate development, cannabis, agriculture, sports and entertainment industries, and he shares his insights on how covid has impacted life for investors. They also touch on Brett’s health issues, especially his cancer battle numerous times, and what he learned from it. He shares his number 1 golden rule in life, and how we get back to some sort of normalcy. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: The SIX priorities are important to him in life Why marketing is completely overlooked as a skill or discipline His views on masks, lockdowns and vaccinations What is ’essential’? Why all his businesses are COVID compliance What he learned from his 3 dances with cancer What is work/life balance for Brett - the more he worked, the more he made, the more he worked His family relationships suffered Why his book should have been subtitled - Redefining Success - In A Wealth Obsessed World Why his daughter asked ‘Why can’t we define success by the size of the smile?’ Brett’s opinion on ‘How much is enough’ - Musk, Bezos, etc Why education is important - ‘you have to better yourself’ “If wealth is all you care about, don’t worry about your health, don’t worry about your family, just chase wealth” (sarcasm) Why the study of entrepreneurship is so valuable Why charity is a huge part of his ‘business’ ‘A good business that is marketed well uses community as its point of engagement’ And MORE! Brett’s Bio Father, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist W. Brett Wilson is best known as a “Dragon Emeritus” from 3 seasons on CBC’s hit reality TV show Dragons’ Den. He has built extensive holdings in the power generation, hydrocarbon production, real estate development, cannabis, agriculture, sports and entertainment industries. His business and philanthropic leadership have brought him considerable recognition including the Order of Canada (2011) and the Saskatchewan Order of Merit (2012). Brett continues to simplify and organize his life to focus on what is most important - his family, friends and health. His semi-autobiography “Redefining Success: Still Making Mistakes” is an all-time best selling business book in Canada. Website/contact info for guest Instagram: http://instagram/wbrettwilson
Wed, May 05, 2021
#111: Drugs, Crime & Real Estate Investing w/Edward Fajardo
#111: Drugs, Crime & Real Estate Investing On this week’s show Gary chats Edward Fajardo, an investor on the path to greatness, it was an inspiring and sometimes dark conversation. Growing up in Parkdale, Edward was exposed to crime, drugs and a seemingly hopeless future, but got himself out, after using and selling drugs, robbing others, etc. He eventually turned to RE investing, but made a ton of rookie mistakes. This is a story that shows you can start no matter where you came from, or where you are in your life, it’s a matter of CHOICE. Edward still has his 9-5 job, and wanted to share his story about his beginnings in real estate. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How your CHOICES can radically change your life, no matter how old you are His early lifestyle was not about ego, but simply survival Some have said 90% mindset and 10% skills Cory McKinnon said 70% mindset, 20% environment, 10% skill set How Edward’s two lives were colliding - personal and work He describes himself as a ‘functioning’ addict How he realized if he didn’t stop drugs he’d lose everything He began a path of self discovery - how where he came from influenced him, but it was NOT his future, and it began with the Joe Rogan podcast He then began listening to health and wellness podcasts, then RE podcasts He went broke from RE investing initially and then got into debt again Why he got a SECOND job to pay debt off, to WORK MORE TO PAY OFF THE BILLS Working weekends, nights, not seeing his family When a coworker mentioned investing for passive income with none of her own money, Edward was interested! His first property was buy/hold with tenants in place Why reserves are important on new buys Tenants didn’t pay rent Why he hired a property manager after 3 months Why he moved to the BRRRR strategy And MORE! Edward’s Bio Edward has goals and aspirations of changing the trajectory of his family’s legacy. As a second-generation Filipino-Canadian born in Parkdale, Toronto Ontario he struggles with self-limiting beliefs of identity and worthiness. Faced with environmental conditions that are more suitable for a life of drugs and crime, Edward battled addiction and perceived feelings of inadequacies. It wasn’t until his environment changed did he understand that his learnt behaviour was not permanent. This led him on a path of personal-development and a self-directed learning approach. Fast forward to present, with his new understanding of good debt vs bad debt, assets vs liabilit
Thu, April 29, 2021
#110: Straight From The Streets w/Chris Hummell & Quinton Cordick
#110: Straight From The Streets On this week’s show Gary chats with his partners Quinton Cordick and Christopher Hummell about their journeys as real estate agents and investors. They’ve had a lot of fun building up SmartHomeChoice to be able to serve thousands of investors build their portfolios, while making the process as stress-free as possible. They talked about the market and what’s happening on the streets, as the headlines in the media don’t always tell the complete story. Who’s driving the market - experienced investors, new investors? They also discussed where to invest - Peterborough, outside of Peterborough… WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why comparable listings from months back are basically useless these days because the market is moving so quickly Why some houses are receiving multiple offers and some aren’t Is every house these days appraising at its value Why you shouldn’t worry these days if houses are on the market for 2 weeks Will the 10% month over month growth continue Why it’s harder to predict what a property will close at Why Quinton and Chris are calling agents to check what owners want for a property, before showing it and preparing offers, to not waste their clients’ time Some properties are being listed at a price, but the owner wants double Why an agent that works in the area is way more effective than of market agents It doesn’t matter if we are at the peak of the market, if the numbers make sense Why they respect the client’s comfort level What type of properties are being purchased now Anything in the news is ‘news’, it’s not what’s happening now Where are the opportunities now - Peterborough, further afield? Why there will ALWAYS be renters And MORE! Quinton’s Bio Quinton is an established Real Estate agent with 10+ years of solid experience. He recognizes every real estate transaction is a major financial event in his client’s lives. He prides himself on careful attention to each client’s unique set of needs by delivering the services required to fully represent his clients with honesty and integrity. After graduating from York University with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, Quinton went on to work in the field of Communications. It is there where he honed his interpersonal and communication skills which he has carried forward into the world of real estate and investments. Quinton enjoys staying active through playing baseball and basketball. He is also a dedicated husband and father to his two children. Christopher’s Bio Chris has been i
Wed, April 21, 2021
#109: The Intimacy of Real Estate Investing w/Krista Hope
#109: The Intimacy of Real Estate Investing On this week’s show Gary chats with Krista Hope from JK Coaching. Krista and her husband Jared have gone on to purchase over 100 properties. She’s learned the importance of intention, self love and openness to embrace investing and the lifestyle that comes with it. Krista and Jared coach people to take control of their lives; how to not get caught up in the hamster wheel; and why you don’t need to be passionate about RE investing to have success! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What are the benefits of investing coaching and mentoring and why it never ends How men and women view RE investing differently Why trust and intimacy are important parts of both relationships and investment partnerships How to handle pain Why Krista lead the way into investing, but Jared has 10x it How Krista always had entrepreneurial Why her parents taught her to take control When you have a boss you’re not in control Working for yourself allows more creativity How they avoided bankruptcy Why they made a lot of poor choices, but learned along the way Why you can get caught up in growth of your business What we Krista’s ‘Aha’ moment when she got off the hamster wheel Why it’s not the goal, it’s enjoying life along the way Why coaching helped Krista and Jared realized that they were choosing the the life they were currently living, but it could be a much better life Why coaching is biggest gift for growth Why Krista and Jared’s coaching delve into personal as well as investing issues “Knowing who you ARE, not who you SHOULD be” And MORE! Krista’s Bio Krista combines empathy and empowerment with a holistic investment plan for all of her clients. She is an expert at helping her clients realize their path and getting them to love the process of their journey. With deep dives into habits, goals, mindsets and self exploration, she guides clients through understanding that they have all the necessary tools and potential to achieve their dreams within themselves already. From her experience of starting a family, realizing her own dreams and working with Jared while owning over 100 properties – Krista has learned the intention, self-love and openness required to enjoy real wealth in a fulfilling partnership. Learn to love the journey and get in the mindset of gaining (and keeping) true prosperity with Krista’s help. Website/contact info for guest Web: https://jkc
Wed, April 14, 2021
#108: Health & Nutrition - What’s the BIG Deal?! w/Maxine Choy
#108: Health & Nutrition - What’s the BIG Deal?! On this week’s show Gary chats with Certified Health & Nutrition coach Maxine Choy! This show is about wealth, health and everything in between! People are willing to spend thousands on upkeep and maintenance for their cars or homes, but for their most precious possession, their bodies, it’s either DIY or nothing at all. Some wait until they have health challenges to even consider wellness caching. Nutritional coaching can save time and money, and help you plan to feed your body with superior nutrition, giving you a higher quality of life. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What are the benefits of nutritional coaching? What’s a juice cleanse and what can it do for your body Detoxing The role of essential oils Fasting and intermittent fasting, and do they help The difference between being a vegetarian and a vegan Why diets DON’T work The 10-10-10 routine Why Maxine focussed on longevity at a young age Why prevention is better then intervention Why she’s fearless and left a 9-5 for entrepreneurship It’s not that people CAN’T or don’t want to change, they are victims of conditioning Why do most people fail at wellness changes The role of MINDSET The challenges: reward, punishment, emotional attachment to food, boredom, depression… How you can monitor/journal what you eat and how you feel Why nutrition has to be highly personalized Why planning meals leads to success Why it’s a process and not an overnight change And MORE! Maxine’s Bio Maxine is a Certified Health & Nutrition Coach working with women to assist them in achieving attainable health and fitness goals by practicing mindfulness, consistency and accountability. She is also a Yoga and Pilates teacher, providing online classes, either in groups or one-on-one. She believes that maintaining a balanced life is more important for your personal health and well-being, especially in the fast-paced, modern world we are living in. She works directly with her clients to guide them through simple technique to help them sustain a balanced diet, alongside personal fitness, with a goal to improve and stabilize their overall health and well-being. Being in the Health and Wellness industry since 2014, she has witnessed the need for women to get out of their own way and start setting real intentions, making serious commitments and putting direct action in place in order for them to see any results. She
Thu, April 08, 2021
#107: H.U.G. Hand Me Up Generational Wealth w/Mathew Frederick
#107: H.U.G. Hand Me Up Generational Wealth On this week’s show Gary chats with friend and personal mentor Mathew Frederick. Mathew has over 30 years experience in real estate investing, residential, multi-family, new family and now mentorship for new investors. He’s built 250 homes, 3 x 50 unit condo buildings, restaurants, wellness clinics, building a triplex in Belize, and more! He created a brand strategy called the H.U.G. strategy, that he wanted to share. They also chatted with Joint Ventures, how to find them and how to structure them, EVEN if you don’t have any money. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: * What is the H.U.G. strategy and how it can help * Why his brother handing a leather jacket down to Mathew inspired this strategy * What he’s learned in his 30 years of investing * Why he invests in the US, Alberta and the East Coast to ride out market specific downturns * The effect of racism on his belief system and how long it took to reprogram his beliefs * Why the sandwich generation has the income and money to invest in properties, but not the time to manage the property * How multigenerational investors can pool their resources to purchase and manage properties * How Gen X can JV with millennials or younger to manage the property * How the splits can be 50/50 or 60/40, and the cash flow can be directed to education, depending on the JV agreement * How to use investing to pay for post secondary education or private school * How older generations can qualify for mortgages, and younger might provide a downpayment or vice versa * Many people want to be investors, but can’t qualify * His unique formula that allows Doctors to invest and take days off * Why a coach or mentor can take you through the process * Why some people don’t use a mentor or coach * What is his hottest/favourite market * Why he’s adding a 3rd unit to rental properties * The BIGGEST mistake investors make according to Mathew * What timeframe should a new investor take action in * And MORE! Mathew’s Bio Mathew has 30 years of experience in real estate investing in residential, multi-family, new development & mentorship.   While building 240 houses, and 3 50-unit condo buildings he founded a number of restaurants, wellness clinics, and a light manufacturing company.  Currently Mathew is building a 3 story triplex in Belize and coaching investors toward scaling-up their portfolio & considering multi-family. Resources: Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not!- Robert T. Kiyosaki  Website/contact info for guest Web: RCCSOL.COM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3244429258965874/ Email: mathew.f@rccsol.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rccsol.inves
Thu, April 01, 2021
#106: ONT Landlord Watch - Fair & Balanced Housing w/Kayla Andrade
Before this week’s show, Gary answers a question he’s getting a lot - is NOW the time to flip my property? Gary chats this week with Kayla Andrade from OLW, Ontario Landlord Watch. A big topic discussed was COVID and can you evict tenants during these times; can the landlord move in; the owner sells the propter and the new owner wants to move in; the different forms used for eviction; Bill 184 and what was in it; cash for keys; and the landlord credit bureau! If you’re a new or potential investor this is a MUST listen! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: The correct procedure for evicting a tenant for owner occupation during covid times Why you must give tenants leaving one month credit How hearing dates for evictions are taking place Why Zoom landlord/tenant hearings are here to stay How OLW came to me after a municipality decided to make landlords responsible for delinquent tenant utility payments Why their biggest priority is the backlog in landlord/tenant board Why they want the Residential Tenancy Act needs to be overhauled Why tenant screening is incredibly important If you screen in good tenants, the LTB is of less concern Why non-payment of rent is the biggest issue why new investors avoid the market The landlord credit bureau helps landlords report tenant rent payments, and helps build tenant credit You can also report damage to rental units You can check with other landlords on the bureau about tenants as part of screening Why landlords must attempt payment arrangements with tenants before eviction You don’t need permission to record delinquent rent, but do need permission to report on time payments Making sure you do a routine maintenance check / inspection on your properties Why you have to use the standard lease for new rentals Why January 2022 will be rent increase day in Ontario! What is the N4 form and why you should use it What is the N11 and what is ‘cash for keys’? Mistakes landlords make Kayla’s biggest mistake! And MORE! Kayla’s Bio Kayla Andrade is a wife, a mother, a landlord and now, an advocate. She prefers actions with tangible results rather than sitting back and ignoring the issues. Ms. Andrade has a long record of successfully guiding local and provincial landlords through the many issues and policies and where many have taken notice of her motivation and skills in advocacy. This strong commitment and dedication is how Ontario Landlords
Thu, March 25, 2021
#105: 200 Properties, NO $ Down, NO JVs w/Mel & Dave Dupuis
Gary chats this week with Mel and Dave Dupuis, who have become famous for buying 12 properties in 12 months, using other people’s money and creative financing! They think outside the box with marketing videos, and have embraced Tik Tok and Instagram and created some amazingly creative videos. The car crash they were involved in, in 2018 completely changed their lives. They knew about real estate investing and had a coupe of rental properties separately, but Dave was a full time firefighter and Mel was working at a college part time. Even thought they picked up odd jobs to get more money to invest, they realized they were trading time for money, and at best would be able to buy 1 property per year. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How Rich Dad Poor Dad changed their lives and lead to them buying 12 properties in 12 months! This purchase was for 56 apartments They have NEVER done a JV (Joint Venture) They’ve mentored hundreds of people to get into real estate investing “The Rich don’t work for money” & “Debt makes you rich” Why 2020 was their best year, purchasing 119 apartments The more you do it, the easier it gets! Their use of creative financing - seller financing, RRSPs, promissory notes Why they studied people that had large portfolios and lost it all, and the lessons they learned Why Dave was confident, and why Mel was scared Their last deal was an 8 plex, 3 commercial units and 5 residential tenants on the second floor in North Bay What was their worst mistake in investing, and Mel owns up to it! The secrets they’ve learned to a successful marriage/work partnership Why they’ve ‘picked a lane’ for responsibilities within the partnership How success changed personal relationships including friends Why they still hustle, even on weekends Why work/life balance is important Why “The Secret” really impacted Mel’s life as a single mom How their horrific accident was life changing, they wrote a book and started mentoring others Why the best advice comes from those that have been an investor And MORE! Mel and Dave’s Bio Melanie and Dave Dupuis, also known as Investor Mel & Dave, are innovative real estate investors who have SOLELY acquired over 200 apartments in just a few short years. Using creative and successful strategies, they have been able to increase their portfolio significantly without using any of their own money. They impressively have 100% ownership of these properties, which means they keep 100% of the equity, appreciation, and
Thu, March 18, 2021
#104: How a Single Mom of 3 Became a Millionaire w/Sadhana Sabharwal
Gary chats this week with Sadhana Sabharwal, THE Single Mom MILLIONAIRE! She came to Canada at age 14, faced her fears of moving to a new country; got married at 19; had 3 kids before her 26th birthday; and then found herself a single mom and being divorced at 34. How could she provide for her kids and herself on ONE income? She eventually found real estate investing when she worked in a law office, and a client’s mortgage payment was LESS than her car payment! Sadhana challenged the myth that single people, or large families cannot find the money to invest in real estate! If you get creative with VTBs, or hard money lenders, YOU TOO can find a way to get into the lucrative investment market. Sadhana also tells Gary about some very important strategies that she used that will be useful for listeners. She doesn’t invest in one geographic market, she says as long as the numbers work, you can invest anywhere! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How a client’s lower mortgage payment than Sadhana’s car payment made the light bulb go off for investing Her first real estate club experience Her first property was a JV with her client on a cottage How she bought a 2 bedroom bungalow in a tax sale, for $5000! Her next one was a tax sale for $11,000 Her next one was $32,000 How she ended up owning 18 properties at one time, most bought with no/low money down She bought a 10-plex where the SELLER LOANED HER MONEY for the down payment and closing costs! How’s she’s borrowed money from many sources She was doing BRRRR and hard lenders before they were called that! Why when the numbers work in her favour, she’ll invest almost anywhere Why she puts away 5% for vacancy and 5% for repairs Why she started the “No Money Down Academy” during COVID Why Sadhana says, ‘If a female immigrant with no prior knowledge or post-secondary education can do it, anyone can’ Why her superpower is number crunching Why she’s worried about hard times ahead, and rising house prices And MORE! Sadhana’s Bio I am a single mother with three sons, a full-time law clerk, and an enthusiastic real estate investor. Over the past decade of investing in real estate, I have bought and sold over 35 different properties, including single family homes, duplexes, four-plex, a five-plex, a six-plex, and eight-unit buildings. I enjoy positive cash flow from my properties and l look forward to investing in more. My specialty is buying undervalued properties that need work, fixing them up, and then refinancing them in order to get the newly-gained equity out of th
Wed, March 10, 2021
#103: Let's Cut Through The Bullsh*t Real Estate Talk w/Jared Hope
Gary chats this week with Jared Hope of JK Coaching, an investor with over 16 years in the trenches, and he’s developed a no-BS approach to real estate investing! Jared has owns over 150 properties and has performed over 500+ transactions all across Canada. Jared and his wife Krista are a power team, and have learned the right and wrong way to invest, making many mistakes! Jared is also a coach and podcast host, and this chat with Gary details his struggles AND successes as an investor, and will appeal to both new and seasoned investors! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What made his wife Krista suggest they get into real estate investing What Jared’s and Krista’s parents approach to life and work impacted them What Jared thought of his first real estate investing seminar with Don Campbell of REIN Why he skipped the last day but his wife stuck around, and how that changed everything Why an investment club CRUSHED their investment goals Why his ‘judgement’ of others at these clubs CHANGED everything Rich Dad, Poor Dad is the key His first house was a disaster, SO many mistakes He bought 3 houses his first year, 11 in the second year, and 64 in the third year! Why it’s important to vet your mentors - many are coaches or mentors and have NO properties of their own Why his dad turned him down for a Joint Venture, and why Jared did it anyway! Why trust is everything, and why he failed as a salesperson initially until he started BUILDING relationships, NOT selling Why coaches and mentors help to REDUCE fear in new investors Why his first coaching client was sold on his services and offered $750,000 for investment cash for 10 or 11 JV properties Why this JV experienced issues, and how Jared and Krista bought out the investors Why the recession of 2008-2009 caused him to lose $18,000 a month! You MUST be clear on WHY you’re getting into investing ROI vs. ROT = Return on Investment morphed into Return on Time, build a quality life Why Jared challenged his ‘Upper Limit Thinking’ What lead Jared to be driving a $110,000 Porsche 911 but have a $140 grocery bill declined on THREE cards! How Jared and Krista AVOIDED bankruptcy, tore down and rebuilt their portfolio for properties they wanted, not what were told to buy What is Jared’s BIGGEST FEAR! And MORE! Jared’s Bio With over sixteen years of in-the-trenches experience, Jared has developed a no bullsh*t approach to real estate investing that makes it simple
Wed, March 03, 2021
#102: Bitcoin, The Greatest Invention of the 21st Century w/Jacob Asparian
Gary chats this week with Jacob Asparian, real estate broker and investor, as well as President of Bitcoin Capital Ventures, a Bitcoin company that offers consulting services as well as directly investing in companies that bring Bitcoin services directly to the public. He’s been a Bitcoin investor for many years, and enjoys helping others get started with investing in Bitcoin, and his passion for the technology is evident. Listen and learn why Bitcoin can be a valuable hard asset for your investing portfolio! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What is Bitcoin and digital currencies An overview of how Bitcoin was created, and how it’s traded or spent Why digital currencies are here to stay, and will be the future How long has it been in existence Has Bitcoin ever been hacked Is it easy to transfer Bitcoin to someone else Where can you use Bitcoin The misconceptions of how Bitcoin is used The role of inflation on Bitcoin As of the podcast release day, 1 Bitcoin is worth CDN $64,555 Why and how you can buy small amounts The process of buying Bitcoin Is it too late to invest in Bitcoin It’s been suggested that Bitcoin may go as high as $400,000 Where Jacob sees the market going And MORE! Jacob’s Bio Jacob is a real estate broker, investor and business owner or President of Bitcoin Capital Ventures, a Bitcoin company that offers consulting services as well as directly investing in companies that bring Bitcoin services directly to the public. Website/contact info for guest Web: https://www.1bitcoin.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1Bitcoin.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1bitcoin.ca/ Please a leave a review, as it helps Gary understand if he’s bringing on the right guests that you want to hear from! Interested in learning more about Real Estate Investing? Visit https://www.smarthom
Wed, February 24, 2021
#101: How Building A Real Estate Empire Led To Depression w/Darcy Marler
Gary chats this week with Darcy Marler, a real estate investor having success since 2001, and author of 4 books. Darcy has owned 92 properties and 240 doors worth 44m over the years, he’s done flips, land development, new builds, long term rentals, BRRRR before it was called BRRRR, condos, land parcelling, and has now transitioned into mentoring! It made him successful, but also depressed…tune in to find out HOW! This conversation is great for both new investors, and seasoned investors that want to take their portfolio to the next level. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How Darcy was able to scale his business from 1 property to 92! How to understand your Joint Venture (JV) partner How to raise money The circumstances that brought on his depression Darcy shares some of the biggest mistakes investors are making in the beginning His journey with depression after building a real estate empire How investors get caught up trying to get as many doors as possible How the first real estate book from his dad at age 15 changed his life How he created his own spreadsheet program to crunch investment numbers Why he was a millionaire , but couldn’t afford to buy GROCERIES! Why cash flow is KING! Why he says he gets bored easily, but suggests most investors stick with a strategy Darcy says ‘knowledge is key’ to success, and avoid failure Why JV’s are ‘selling yourself’, not selling the property His 1st book looks at investment strategies, and helping you figure out which is for you Understand your “Why” that you are investing, then choose your strategy If you’re not happy with one strategy try another Why it’s OK to fail as long as you learn from it Why Darcy, like Gary, doesn’t really enjoy being a landlord Why Darcy initially did everything himself, now hires others 3 critical steps to self growth according to Darcy And MORE! Darcy’s Bio Full time R/E investor since 2001; have owned 92 properties / 240 doors, worth $44m; have done flips / land development / new construction / long term rentals / BRRRR / commercial / condo conversions / land parceling Website/contact info for guest Web: https://www.hrrealestatementors.com/books <span cla
Wed, February 17, 2021
#100: How To Overcome a Bad Hand & Fight Back w/Mark Smith
Gary chats this week with Mark Smith, the host of the 7-2 Mindset Investor Podcast. Mark had the kind of life some people dream of, but it did NOT lead to happiness for him. From $6000 suits to a jail cell, his life took a dramatic turn. After a conversation with his son, it started him on the path to rebuilding, redemption and personal development, which you will hear in this not-to-be-missed podcast, Real Talk With Gary! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: How Mark came up with the name “7-2 Mindset Investor” Why he’s thriving even during the pandemic and the role of mindset How $6000 suits, box seats to sporting events and expensive bottles of wine did NOT make him happy Why his health suffered as well How jail changed him The steps to rebuilding - personal development, reading, mentorship groups, mentors, personal coaches, real estate coaches, and good health Why he feels coaching is a marathon, not a sprint How the former ‘people pleaser’ now focuses on internal happiness Why Mark says the real asset is YOU, not the real estate, so invest in yo u What real estate strategies he uses How he’s now created the lifestyle of his dreams Why his mindset is ‘what can I give’ vs. ‘what can I receive’ The benefits of a mastermind group Some of his favourite and life-changing books including the NUMBER ONE book they should read Why working for someone else creates a false sense of security Mark answers when is the best time to invest “The days become turbulent because we didn’t have a smooth takeoff or landing” And MORE! Mark’s Bio Mark is a real estate investor known as the The 7-2 Mindset Investor. He’s also a motivational speaker and a strategic mindset architect. His investment strategy is as an off market apartment specialist. He has pledged to himself that he will spend $1 Million dollars on personal development, and is a big believer in Mind, Body, Spirit! Website/contact info for guest Web: https://youtube.com/c/The72MindsetInvestor Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/72mindsetinv
Tue, February 09, 2021
#99 - Stepping His Way To Success w/Angelo DeTorres
Gary chats this week with Angelo DeTorres, one of the owners of Steps Dance Studio, and a real estate investor. Why are we talking dance on this show? Health, wealth and everything in between. Dance was introduced into Angelo’s life at a young age, but didn’t turn back to it for 15 years, after an ACL injury cancelled his NBA dreams. His passion for dance was reignited at a chance encounter in Cuba. Angelo had moved from the Philippines to Toronto, and got involved with Steps Dance Studio as a customer as a way to express himself, then ended up co-owning the business! Angelo relays experiences of seeing seniors dancers prolong their lives with movement! And, how his dance partner became his life partner, with two kids! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Who recommended that Angelo read “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” He was working at Bell, Steps and real estate investing How his growing family played into his lifestyle choices Why in 2016 he decided to leave 9-5 and what it was like His first house was $286,000 and he still owns it What the steps were to transition from 9-5 to full time entrepreneur From 500 members to 50 due to the pandemic What the lockdown has done to his business, how he stayed resilient and kept moving forward How they’ve moved business at Steps to go fully virtual, and were the first studio to do so They have daily courses online They got some members back before the 2nd lockdown How they will create online courses to allow people to learn 24/7 How he’s repurposed his dance space during the pandemic His feelings on Big Box stores vs small retailers and service providers Why he initially ignored dance and what he would tell his younger self And MORE! Angelo’s Bio As a co-owner of Steps Dance Studio, Angelo is a full time instructor, choreographer and performer. He is currently managing all of the Steps performance teams, and is choreographing for couples as well as competitors. Angelo is a professional competitor having won the Canada Salsa and Bachata Congress as well as the Chim Pum Callao Salsa Congress in the professional Bachata division. He also coaches and competes in Pro-Am showcase and heated divisions at local and international Congresses. Angelo has trained with multiple world-renowned artists such as Tito Ortos, Tamara Livolsi, Anya Katsevman, Billy Fajardo, Katie Marlow, Nelson Flores, Adriano Ieropoli, Samantha Scali, Grupo Alafia and Raul Santiago. He has completed the Salsa Certification course with Tito Ortos in both 2017 and 2018. Angelo has taught and performed with the Steps Professional team in various Salsa Congresses and events including Mambo Nights in Bermuda, the New York Salsa Congress, Hustle & Salsa Festival in Puerto Rico, the Montreal Salsa Convention, the Canada Salsa & Bachata Congress, the International Hustle & Salsa C
Wed, February 03, 2021
#98 - From Subsidized Housing to Multi-Millionaire w/Edna Keep
Gary starts off the show by answering the question if NOW is a good time to invest; how to invest; and why ‘cash is trash’ and hard assets are the safest place to be RIGHT.NOW. Gary chats this week with Edna Keep, a real estate investor for 13 years with an incredible story. Currently, Edna has 600 doors, and will be adding 84 more soon. She became a single mom at 16, living in subsidized housing, and daughter was in subsidized daycare. Fast forward to today, she is a now multi-millionaire investor, coach and inspires others with her story. Her main strategy is long time, buy/hold apartment buildings. Her claim to fame is a $65 million dollar portfolio with OPM - other people’s money. She invests primarily in Canada, but has properties in the US as well. And you can too… WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why Edna determined that she would be a success through MINDSET Why ‘IMPERFECT action is way better than perfect’ Why it’s not ‘live within your means’, or ‘you need to budget’ Why she wanted to be wealthy How as a financial planner she would see how well her clients were doing with RE investing How Robert Kiyosaki’s training helped her Why some financial planners ‘don’t know everything’ She initially started with her husband, but moved on to JV/partnerships How vendor take back mortgages quickly allowed her to buy more properties Why upkeep expenses (roofs, heating, plumbing) initially made her focus on condos What is the biggest mistake Edna has seen in the multi family market by investors Your first investment will be your hardest, but it gets easier Why she’s purchased ‘turn key’ and fixer uppers Who is Edna getting financing from How she has helped her students set up REITs The role of DUE DILIGENCE on the purchase process WHERE Edna finds co-investors Her best advice on how to scale to multi family investment properties Why you have to ‘think differently’ when you are using other people’s money and doing multi family Why continuing education/learning is VITAL for success Edna believes ‘If you’re going through hell, keep going!” Why she tells her students you ’can study (investing) until the cows come home, but there’s nothing like a real, live deal!’ TAKE ACTION Why Edna offers free Real Estate Coaching Fridays, and Mindset Mondays to her members! And MORE! Edna’s Bio Edna Keep’s journey from single mom at age 16 – living in subsidized housing with a daughter in subsidized daycare - to multi-millionaire Real Estate Entrepreneur and Coach inspires others. Her major operations are longterm buy-and-hold rentals apartment buildings. Her claim to fame is a $65 Million real estate portfolio built with “Other People’s Money.” A proponent of education and inspira
Wed, January 27, 2021
#97: From War-Torn Refugee to Multi-Million $ RE Empire Using $0 w Sve Pavic
Gary chats with Sve Pavic, who has created a multi-million dollar real estate empire using NONE, that’s $0 of his own money - not a penny! Even his first property that he purchased at age 24 after arriving in Canada used other people’s money. Sve also shared his ‘house hacking’ program; how RE investing has created a life of freedom for him; private lending; how to spend your money when renovating a rental property; how student room rentals is his ‘bread and butter’; and is ROI (Return On Investment) or ROT (Return On Time) more important? How can a Yugoslavian refugee to Canada create this empire? You’ll have to listen to find out how HE did it, and how YOU can too! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: * What is ‘house hacking’, ‘credit hacking’ and ‘rental hacking’, and how YOU can use it to get YOUR first property * How he convinced people to loan him money to buy his first house, and every other property since! * How watching his parents lose everything, including their life savings in Yugoslavia ‘changed’ him * How he watched his parents’ relentless drive rebuild everything * How his parents first got into investing * How side hustles helped with cash flow during his time in University * What caused him to rent the cheapest apartment when he moved out of home as a stepping stone to investment properties * Why you DON’T need your own money to purchase any property * Why he educated himself through courses and books * Why a home is a liability but can be an asset with leveraged to provide cash flow * Time and Freedom are more important than $$$ * The goldmine of student rentals in college or university towns * Why he doesn’t like turn-key properties or condos * Why Sve will overpay if a property meets specific criteria * How he makes 13-16% every year in appreciation, and makes $400,000 in PASSIVE income each year * How he renovates strategically to increase a property’s worth * Why he’s now using private and second lenders to buy more properties * Why joint ventures are not appealing to him so far * How he’s raised over $1,000,000 in lending out money * What Sve is afraid of * And MORE! Sve’s Bio Sve Pavic is a 7 figure real estate investor who has a multi million 💲💲💲 real estate portfolio and multiple six figure passive income streams using $0 of his own money. Sve has raised over a million dollars in cash in private money using his personal social media profile with $0 spent on advertisements. He achieved financial freedom by 28 years old and now shares his teachings on his "Rental Hacking" method and how anyone can achieve financial freedom through real estate without using their own money.  Website/contact info for guest Web : https://www.rentalhacking.com/webclass
Wed, January 20, 2021
#96 - Transforming Real Estate Investing Into A Business w/Elizabeth Kelly
Gary chats with Elizabeth Kelly, a Kirkland Lake-based investor and property manager company owner Gary met back in 2012 at the Investor Forum, and this chat was a catchup to see how her life has evolved since then. Elizabeth wears many hats, as she also is a coach, consultant, a mortgage agent and is also an owner of a rent-to-own company. She is a former trainer at Rich Dad, Poor Dad, so has a vast knowledge of many investment models as well has having a strong investment and money mindset. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What’s happening in the market now according to Elizabeth, and where she sees things going She has OVER 400 doors in Kirkland Lake, and how she got there Why ‘there’s no room for failure’ What’s going on in the Kirkland Lake market The mistakes she made before getting proper education on investing Why she struggled in 2013/2014 and how she recovered Why mindset books changed her view, and her life! Your success is ‘the decisions you make with the mindset you have’ What she found that made her passionate and made her happy Why ‘doing something for someone other than myself’ was the key to PURPOSE She may be an entrepreneur but she helps people which gives her life satisfaction She started with Rent to Own, and helped many families buy their first homes Why Kirkland Lake is a very stable market Why printing money to support the economy helps real estate Are condos still a good thing to invest in? What other options are out there besides JV (joint venture)? While they are property managers, and they could attempt repairs themselves, they hire professional contractors Why you need the RIGHT strategy for the right market Why you need the RIGHT strategy for YOU and your lifestyle Why you need the RIGHT team member for your chosen market - don’t shop for properties in Vancouver with a Toronto specialist Why Gary is a fan of “Do it, Defer it, Delegate it, Delete it…” Why real estate success more than $$$ earned, but should be measured by lives you’ve changed and how you feel doing it Elizabeth’s final piece of advice that is CRITICAL And MORE! Elizabeth’s Bio An experienced real estate investor for more than 15 years, Elizabeth Kelly has a passion for helping people achieve their financial dreams through the purchase of investment properties. Elizabeth specializes in the acquisition and management of Rent to Own and multi-unit residential properties. In 2010, she and her husband opened Sandstone Management, a full-service property management company. They are now the largest rental housing provider in Kirkland Lake, Ontario. Elizabeth recently opened EK Consulting and Coaching to assist both new and experienced investors plan, structure and creatively finance their re
Wed, January 13, 2021
#95 - The Mindset Required To Succeed in RE Investing w/Rene Masse
Gary chats with Rene Masse, a Kingston Ontario based real estate investor, speaker, entrepreneur and contractor who has been crushing the market for years. Gary’s FB post asking for recommendations for the Kingston area came back unanimously mentioning Rene! Gary and Rene chatted about morning routines, how to set your day up for success; the role of positive mindset; the 2 unit conversion process; what the Kingston market looks like right now, after having caught fire in 2018, and more. Rene describes himself as a ‘man with a voice’, who occupies many different roles, including property manager. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: Why morning routines can jump start your productivity and set you up for SUCCESS! Why it’s NOT ‘timing the market’, it’s ‘time IN the market’ that leads to massive real estate wealth Why Rene’s eyes opened at age 14 about the difference between ‘work’ and real estate investing How growing up with tenants help him refine his people skills and decide to start a property management company Why he feels first time investors should learn how to screen tenants Why the *right* property management/manager is CRITICAL Why you either ‘manage your tenants, or manage your property managers’ Why real estate investing is ‘more about people…’ than bricks and mortar Why Rene needs structure to his day, but the best way is ‘to create your own structure, and the best time to do it is first thing in the morning’ During this pandemic, Rene feels it’s important to ‘feed your body, exercise but also feed your brain!’ Why consuming social media before positive thoughts can start your day out on the wrong foot Why both Rene and Gary are ‘selfish’ in the morning, spending time building themselves up with exercise and brain food Why faith and belief help you build something that is not there yet - real estate empire, lifestyle, etc Why what you believe manifests as reality Why YOU should read the 7 Habits of Highly Successful People The vacancy rate, price points of real estate and rents of the Kingston market REVEALED! The costs of converting to a 2 unit Why immigration is a key to success - Kingston is a hot market because of schooling or lifestyle Success is ‘focus and self-discipline’ And MORE! Quote from Warren Buffett: “Be greedy when people are fearful, and fearful when people are greedy.” Rene’s Bio After the 2008 stock market crash, René was fed up with volatile markets and poor returns on his retirement
Thu, December 17, 2020
Episode 94 - How To Armageddon Proof Your Life w/Alfonso Cuadra
Gary chats with Aflonso Cuadra, in a spontaneous, off-the-cuff MUST-LISTEN-TO podcast! Aflonso is refugee from El Salvador who survived TWO civil wars, ended up homeless living on the street in Canada, had a daughter when he was 17, started a business, had a million dollars in his bank account, partied heavily and almost went broke, got into real estate investing, and the rest is history. He now has 500 doors and is on his way to his goal of 7500! They talked about market conditions, monetary policies, how he predicted in March and April that market would go up - he has been the only person Gary interviewed that saw the market going up. DO NOT MISS THIS INFORMATION PACKED EPISODE! WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: What it takes to be successful! How to ARMEGEDDON-proof your business! The power of HUSTLE - grinding out extra hours to SUPERCHARGE your success The difference between PROFITS and wages The difference between being rich and being WEALTHY Shaquille O’Neal said ”I’m rich, the guy that signs my paycheque, he’s wealthy!” How YOU can overcome obstacles in your path, just like Alfonso did, including reading “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” & “Think & Grow Rich” The MENTORSHIP he asked for His goal is 7500 doors in the next 5 years, he currently has 500 Why “the biggest WEALTH TRANSFER in the history of mankind is coming our way…” “Making money is ONE component of building wealth, you need to know what to DO with your money!” “You can be a (well paid) doctor, but it you don’t understand the basic fundamentals of financial literacy, you will be working FOREVER!” Alfonso was and IS really good at MAKING money, but *had* trouble KEEPING it before learning financial literacy There was NO financial literacy in his family He understood and applied manifestation and Law of Attraction Why his first business at 17 helped him discover the POWER of PROFIT Why he tried to get a job at $5 per hour, but this could not support his family Why he chose not to listen to naysayers about not having the skills to start his own business How he raised $2700 from investors at AGE 19 How he created Canada’s #1 urban clothing store that did $1,000,000 in sales yearly in a short time, and took it CANADA wide by age 21 How his spending habits and lack of financial literacy lead him to almost lose it all He continued to borrow money and party in his new home of Miami while his supply chain disappeared Bankruptcy was presented as his only option! How he worked his ass off to avoid bankruptcy and having to start over, working 9-9 on his zero-income company, and working from 9p-1 on his WEALTH How he REDISCOVERED his purpose! He’s now doing JV’s for BRRRR as well as using his own money And MORE! Bio A
Thu, December 10, 2020
Episode 93 - The Art to Scaling a Real Estate Empire w_Jas Takhar
Gary chats with master content creator Jas Takhar, who Gary calls the Canadian Gary Vee, and he’s built an incredible business called REC Canada. Founded in 2000, REC Canada is a multiple award winning leader in real estate sales and consultation. He has 39 real estate agents working for him, and 10 full time employees. Many new investors don’t take it seriously enough, and that they are building a business. Listen to Jas’ story of success. What you'll learn: * How as a full time investor you NEED to understand what to delegate! * Why you MUST take investing seriously as a business * How Jas gets his staff to buy into his vision * The role positive MINDSET plays in his success * Pre construction condos, and why he likes them * Why at his core he considers himself a ‘sales and service specialist’ * The more you learn, the more you realize how little you know * Why Jas commits a lot of time daily for learning * He became an agent at 23 and bought his first investment property at 26 * Why at age 28 he began to focus his business around investors * Why his parents renting their basement out helped him understand expense offset * Why his family cherry picked the best tenants * Why they treated their tenants like family * Why having tenants showed him how THEY pay the mortgage down, and THIS leads to value going up! * How one of his podcast guests has 750 doors! * Why ONE PROPERTY can change your life! * Why (the reasons) he LOVES pre-construction condos and is focussing on those, but still looks for JV, multi family, etc * Why immigration numbers will drive condo prices again in Toronto proper * 3.2 million people will come to the GTA in the next 10 years * Why inventories are high and resulted in a buyer’s market currently * You have to think of real estate investing as a business * Why you shouldn’t panic during downturns * Ways to pivot as an investor during COVID times * 100 years of data show prices will dip but they ALWAYS go back up * How he was able to scale his business * Why when he wants to do something, he reverse engineers someone doing it successfully * And MORE! Bio Toronto native, Jas Takhar, has been in the sales and service industry for over 25 years. Soon after deciding to try his hand in real estate, he co-founded the REC, and in the course of 15 years, has successfully propelled his team to the 1 st place position in Canada under Royal LePage. With 34 realtors and 10 support staff, the team advises and assists over 700 buyers, sellers and investors, yearly, across the Greater Toronto Area, resulting in a total of over $1.5B in transactions. Jas’ area of expertise is in helping investors build out their real estate portfolios. Wanting to share his knowledge and experience with the masses, he wrote a book titled Real Estate In
Thu, December 03, 2020
Episode 92 - A Peek Behind The Curtain with SmartHomeChoice w/Chris Hummell & Quinton Cordick
Gary chats with Chris Hummell and Quinton Cordick, valued members of the SmartHomeChoice team! All three bring different skills and flavours to what they’ve built. Both Quinton and Chris are realtors and investors, they are experts in both the Durham and Peterborough markets. Gary gets the 411 on what it was like for both to leave their 9-5 jobs and be investors full time, because it’s a scary transition as Gary can attest to! They also touched on the biggest mistakes investors make, what it takes to be successful, and what’s happening in both Durham and Peterborough. What you'll learn: * How Quinton and Chris transitioned from full time day jobs to full time investors! * How you can SHAKE OFF your fears and become an investor * Some of the BIGGEST mistakes they’ve seen investors make! * What it takes to be a successful investor * What’s happening in Durham Region and the Peterborough area * Why lack of promotions led Quinton to examine what else he could do * Why Chris wasn’t passionate about his day job…actually, NONE of them! * How some seminars helped focus their passion * Why ONE BOOK, which is mentioned in the podcast changed Chris’ life! * Why Quinton left a 6 figure job after his wife had left her secure job * Why Gary started SmartHomeChoice in 2010, and why he left his job in 2014 * When their mindset changed, deals and partnerships started appearing * Why SmartHomeChoice engaged the city to amend bylaws to expand housing * Why Peterborough has “a lot of runway left” for investors * Why people are STILL buying across Ontario * Why you need a STRATEGY for investing, that will help determine WHERE you invest * Why ‘the prices are too high!” is relative, as the prices will be higher next year, so ACT NOW! * Why house flippers are ‘doing a job’, and investors are ‘building equity’… * Why SmartHomeChoice has been running webinars and Mastermind sessions for years to help investors * Why some learning is free, but some should be paid for * There is no magic pill, it’s baby steps EVERY DAY! * Why not all advice is good advice! * Why the news only reports on the challenges of investing, not the success stories! * Why planning is important! * And MORE! Bios Quinton is an established Real Estate agent with 10+ years of solid experience. He recognizes every real estate transaction is a major financial event in his client’s lives. He prides himself on careful attention to each client’s unique set of needs by delivering the services required to fully represent his clients with honesty and integrity. After graduating from York University with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications, Quinton went on to work in the field of Communications. It is there where he honed his interpersonal and communication skills which he has carried forward into the world of
Wed, November 25, 2020
Episode 91 - Real Estate Investing at a Distance w/Jared Henderson
Gary chats with Jared Henderson, a real estate investor from the Montreal area. Sometimes investors get nervous investing outside where they live, but Jared has had great success as an investor since 2012 in Hamilton, Niagara Falls, St. Catherines and numerous properties in the Peterborough since 2017. They talked about how an investor should not do this on their own, but surround themselves with a core team of talented professionals like tradespeople, that you need to help ensure you DON’T fail. He specializes in student rentals, and Gary and he took a deep dive into the future of student rental space. What you'll learn: Why you need a core team of professionals like tradespeople, lawyers, etc to help ensure you DON’T FAIL Don’t be afraid of investing outside of where you live, and HERE’S WHY YOU SHOULDN’T BE AFRAID How “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” changed his life Why investing in real estate offers more possibilities and benefits than commodities How he initially considered real estate investing a part time gig Why his first investment property in 2012 was in Niagara Falls Why he chose Ontario to invest in How he educated himself about the markets he was investing in, to determine WHY his properties were appreciating The unique benefits and challenges of investing in student housing Why he considers real estate a ‘puzzle’, and when you puts the pieces together it turns into something beautiful MOST investors start with ONE property, and how they move to multiple properties! What systems he’s put in place to manage his properties from Montreal The PROS and CONS of managing properties from another location Why You NEED an Investment Focused Realtor! How tools like cash flow, proformas, neighbourhood information, vacancies, affordability, jobs, etc. help you determine if you should buy a property What is the “evergreen strategy”? What are the 3 things to consider with a basement unit? Why you need to be aware of the flood plane before you renovate the basement And MORE! Jared’s Bio Jared is a real estate investor from the Montreal area. Sometimes investors get nervous investing outside where they live, but Jared has had great success as an investor since 2012 in Hamilton, Niagara Falls, St. Catherines and numerous properties in the Peterborough since 2017. He has been focusing on housing for students, but has also gotten into joint ventures. Website/contact info for guest Web: <a href= "h
Wed, November 18, 2020
Episode 90 - Becoming Well Off with Real Estate Investing w/Georges El Masri
Gary chats with good friend Georges El Masri! Georges is a fellow investor with numerous properties (12 doors), a real estate agent and podcaster with the Well Off podcast! Georges primarily works in the west end of the GTA. Gary was previously a guest on Georges' podcast, and he has an incredible story. Georges' parents had to flee from Lebanon due to civil war in 1989, and they moved to Toronto to start over. Georges learned from his father about being an entrepreneur. Gary and Georges touched on the market, what Georges is personally seeing in freehold properties, condos, etc. They also discussed digital currencies, why it’s important to learn from the past, as history doesn’t necessarily repeat but leaves clues and rhymes. What you'll learn: How he got 12 doors in 3 years! He felt it was a slow growth, but he has 12 in 3 years, which is incredible! Why it’s important as an investor to use an agent that is more than familiar with an area, but invests there themselves! Why his dad hated his job, and how that affected Georges Why his own dislike of jobs after university pushed him into real estate - he felt he couldn’t grow and was ‘stuck’ Depression is like ‘not growing’ for George, when he feels he’s repeating himself Anxiety is worrying about future ‘problems’ Georges' 4 year journey from getting his license to buying his first investment property Why his broker’s unexpected request for an additional 10% on his deposit changed everything, and forced him to buy this first property How raising capital plays into his aggressive expansion plans How some investors don’t put their own capital in to JVs (joint ventures), their partners qualify for the mortgage yet they own it 50/50 Why he property manages all new investments for 2 years, then offloads them to a property manager Why 4-6 unit buildings are his next strategy Why some banks treat multi units as residential and NOT commercial How commercial mortgages can allow more money to be borrowed Off market opportunities are on his radar as well The mistakes that investors make in multi family units - fire code inspections; bed bug infestations, etc Why Georges still uses a coach, who has also helped him avoid pricey real estate mistakes Why condo rents are dropping as well as their values Will rates stay low and will stimulus money continue? And MORE! Georges' Bio Born in Canada after my parents fled the civil war in Lebanon. They sacrificed their home to give their children a better life. I grew up with an inherited survival and partly scarce mindset. With that said, I was also gifted an entrepreneurial spirit and a hunger for a better life. I strive for financial freedom through real estate investing. Website/contact info for guest Web:
Wed, November 11, 2020
Episode 89 - Building An Empire With Butler Mortgages w/Dave Butler
Gary chats with good friend, mentor and owner of Butler Mortages, Dave Butler. Butler Mortgages has consistently been the #1 mortgage brokerage across Canada for the past 3 years in a row! Dave also had a huge impact on Gary, and has helped in various ways, including the startup of Smart Home Choice and helping him get started in private lending. What you'll learn: How Butler Mortgage grew to be Canada’s favourite It’s not always about the lowest rate! What will happen to interest rates? Dave’s opinion of current and future market conditions If you are new to investing, is THIS the time to jump in, or hold off? Dave talks about the stock market, and some of the cannabis stocks he’s been dabbling in The election (as of Oct 29 when this was recorded) and how it has factored into the markets depending on who won The evolution of the Canadian real estate investor How Dave’s first gig in high school as a bookie factored into his future Why he started getting into mortgages as it felt good to help others with the biggest financial challenge of their lives How he cared about what people thought of the process of working with him Why when he worked with his dad When he went out on his own with another agency, how he built a stable of real estate agents He did $17 million in his first year! His team will likely hit $500 million this year! How his team has adapted to working during pandemic times Why he’s been referral only and does no advertising Why you have to plan out your mortgage applications, and go to banks in a certain order - why Butler does this If you want multiple properties, you need a plan, it’s going to be an experience, and you need to work with someone who knows how to get to the destination If your mortgage agent isn’t passionate and excited about your journey as an investor, you need a new agent Why companies will have to innovate & evolve, and won’t sit still during COVID Why urban condos are emptying and why they’ll continue to empty Why the Toronto condo market may come back, and may present an interesting opportunity for someone that con handle risk Supply and demand is at play Why work from home will be the standard going forward… Why he has an interest in cannabis stocks - he’s not a ‘stock guy’ but is a value investor in many sectors Why work life balance is important, as Dave had a heart attack at 39! And
Thu, November 05, 2020
Episode 88 - Investing In Cottages In The Kawarthas w/Sarah Larbi
Gary chats with friend and fellow investor Sarah Larbi. They’ve done several podcasts and webinars together, they touched on market predictions, but the focus of this episode is cottage properties. Sarah bought a short term rental cottage, sight unseen and has done well renting it out, but she provides some indispensable information on purchasing a cottage, whether it’s to create income or provide a place of rest and regeneration. She spoke of due diligence, ensuring the property is suited to your needs and avoiding issues later. Sarah also managed to purchase 9 properties by age 33! What you'll learn: ¥ Gary provides a current market update - what does rolling back to a modified Stage 2 mean to investors, and the markets? ¥ Why Sarah, in a former life as a financial planner, determined that investing in mutual funds, etc. because the commissions took all the profit ¥ The banks want you to buy their mutual funds because of commissions and fees, and don’t have your best interests at heart ¥ Sarah rents her cottage during July and August for $550 per night for 4 bedrooms, 7 night minimum. If it’s rented every night of a month it will be $16,500 for the month! You’ll make your money back buying a recreational cottage in Ontario ¥ Long weekends can make even more ¥ You can get bookings in May, June and September at $350-$400 per night ¥ Long weekends or March break will be shorter rentals ¥ Why ‘your network is your net worth’ ¥ Why a 3 season vs. a 4 season have differing down payment amounts! ¥ Proximity to a town for supplies ¥ Proximity to a larger city for renters ¥ The more bedrooms the better ¥ If you have 4+ you can rent to two couples ¥ Cell coverage and internet is HUGE ¥ Ensure you have the correct number of supplies to match potential renters (10 guests max, 10 glasses, etc) ¥ How private is the cottage and property ¥ Does the value of the cottage and property increase on open lakes vs. closed lakes? ¥ Deeded land vs. leased land, and why appreciation may be slower ¥ Leased land and rules of use ¥ Septic systems vs holding tanks ¥ Drilled wells and dug wells ¥ Do you manage the property yourself, or hire out? ¥ Cleaning and prepping for visits, groundskeeping ¥ Security cameras for safety and security - being able to unlock the door, arm the security system and adjust the heat ¥ Why Air BnB is the tool Sarah uses for rentals, and why you may need to qualify differently ¥ Are you BRRRR-ing, or flipping? ¥ Why 16 weeks is the magic number for rentals ¥ Main road v
Wed, October 28, 2020
Episode 87 - Creative Investing Strategies & Understanding the Edmonton Market w/Wayne Hillier
Gary chats with Edmonton-based Wayne Hillier, host of the Real Estate Investor Dad Podcast. He has been an investor with partner and wife Gabrielle since 2013. Gabrielle leads the investment team, while Wayne primarily focusses on the podcast and mentoring, while their 5 year old daughter plays a big part of this business! They have successfully integrated their business and their family life, to ensure that the work/life balance is in check. They started with Buy/Hold, then moved into Joint ventures, then adding secondary suites, then into Agreement for sales, etc, leading to a large toolbox of strategies implemented daily, that turned into a nice portfolio. For Wayne now, it’s all about Work/Life balance and helping other investors turbo charge their entry into the investing arena! What you'll learn: Gary provides a current market update - what does rolling back to a modified Stage 2 mean to investors, and the markets? How YOU can get into investing with NO money down, and ZERO credit! What’s happening in the Edmonton market They chatted about VTB’s - Vendor Take Back mortgages Agreements of sale and how Wayne uses them to his advantage Suited properties vs. Duplex Wayne provides insight on the benefits of mindset (a recurring theme on this show!) Why you should also listen to Wayne’s show, to just learn about trends and market performance in other markets Why your experiences in your local bubble might change your perception when learning of other market experiences Why a lot of new investors have the same or similar excuses and how they have overcome and persevered to SUCCEED! - What did they do differently to succeed, and what you can learn from it. The power of networking, hanging out with successful people and mirroring their successes, and learning from their failures Why Wayne feels the Edmonton market is not ‘sexy’ but predictable! Why Wayne focusses on cash flow - expenses, deferred maintenance, if you don’t have cash flow or a reserve fund like a normal business, you’ll have to put out your own money and potential set you up for failure! Treat it like a business, even if you only have 1 property and it’s a 1 bedroom condo They talk about rents in Edmonton as well, and the costs of renovations Coaching and mentoring - what’s the difference? Why does Wayne love one and ‘hate’ the other? BE CLEAR on what you want at the end - WHY are you investing? How many doors do you want? Focus is everything Find out more about Wayne’s mentoring retreat in November at the link below! And MORE! Wayne’s Bio Wayne is a real estate investor, a dad, and a podcaster in Edmonton, Alberta. Specializing in creative investing strategies like Agreement for Sales, Rent to Own and VTBs. He’s also the founder and CEO of Mu
Wed, October 21, 2020
Episode 86 - Finding The Unfair Advantage Over Your Competition w/Ryan Carr
Gary and guest co-host Christopher Hummel chat in this episode with good friend Ryan Carr, an investor since 2012 and investor coach who has evolved big time since Gary first interviewed him. Ryan always has about 7 or 8 projects going on at any one time, including being in the middle of authoring a new book called, “The Best & Highest Use Playbook”. Ryan understands the market like few do, and knows where to find great opportunities. Ryan is focusing right now on flips, wholesaling and new development. Gary and Ryan also discussed the “Napkin Formula”, a technique to quickly analyze a deal very quickly to determine if you’ll have a gain or a loss with any property. Too many beginning investors do not know the numbers, and either fail or get lucky with return on investments, so TUNE IN to learn about this quick and indispensable tool! What you'll learn: How his upbringing played into his career choice, as his dad was entrepreneurial Money was NOT a topic of conversation growing up, and knew how hard his parents worked NOW money is a topic with his parents, and they are curious about his real estate investing A long discussion of the ‘victim card’ and now it relates to real estate investing Ryan says the ‘victim card’ is desire, not about how much money, or time - “if they don’t have the time, they are really saying they don’t have the desire” If you have time to watch Netflix or sleep in - your 9 to 5 is what starts making your income, but your 5-9 is what will get you ahead - what book are you reading, what extra shift are you taking, what business are you researching, WHAT are you doing with that time? Facebook is a HUGE time suck - just absorbing other’s content - you HAVE to put out your own! Ryan’s take on the market - stick with what you know Why Ryan believes a downturn in the market shakes out all the people not in it for the right reasons, and why it creates buying opportunities The difference between rural and city/suburban markets Why the higher end homes may be affected if the market shifts If there is a hiccup or dip in the market, government stimulus will likely prop the market up - the government doesn’t want homes Why real estate is the safest place to hold money, even during a crisis or pandemic Why supply and demand is in full effect now How he manages multiple projects at the same time, and what he does if he overbuys How he left his 9-5, and what he was doing with HIS 5-9 every night How his book “The Highest & Best Use Playbook” helps him determine the best use of the land, structure and the best use of his skills Keep the house or take it down? If he keeps it, rent or flip? If renting, renovating or keep it bare bones. 2. If the house is taken down, what is the best use of the land. 3. Does he have the skills to pull this off? Where is he find
Wed, October 14, 2020
Episode 85 - The $39 Million Dollar Woman w/Mandy Branham
Gary chats in this episode with good friend Mandy Branham, an investor and CEO of Solutions Driven who has experienced tremendous growth in the past few years and built an incredible investment portfolio. Gary and Mandy discussed the art of creating the life and lifestyle you desire, through investing, joint ventures, attracting money for JV, and that it’s ALL about the mindset and the belief in yourself! They also discussed the current market conditions, where things may be headed according to Mandy, and if you’re a potential investor sitting on the sidelines whether now is a good time to get into the game. The advice shared in this podcast from Mandy can kick start ANY investment portfolio! Gary’s quote for this show: “Haters are people that have forgotten their own dreams.” – K. West. TWO of the most important gems dropped in this podcast are here: “WHY YOU CAN’T SAVE YOUR WAY TO WEALTH!” & “Don’t let someone with a $40,000 income deter you from your Million Dollar goals!” What you'll learn: How Mandy adapted to the new situation, both personally and professionally How real estate is one of the top basic needs, and the industry is more robust than ever Why Mandy describes herself as pulling the cart and carrying the horse Why action is very important to her and delivers results Why a good support system and team (accountant, lawyer, etc) are a must for success Why there are many investment strategies but she has chosen just one Why ‘win/win’ doesn’t mean an entirely painless process, and there may be discomfort It may cost more to get a property, but if it results in a gain for you, then it’s a win What are the traits needed to attract joint venture money Why you need an ‘abundance mentality’ to THRIVE and succeed Mandy: “Realize there is more money out there then there are people with proven strategies and track records to be able to put that money to work!” How to create an ideal joint venture avatar Why a vision for each property will help you make sure the asset performs Why your mistakes can be used as excuses or a platform for change Why joint venture partners value mistakes and learning – experience! How past resilient experiences can help you cope with future challenges Why Think & Grow Rich was a turning point She was learning during her commute and why everyone has time for this Why you need to choose and declare a portfolio value – why Mandy’s is 50 MILLION The difference between an active and a passive investor, and why motivation is important Three questions: 1. How do I buy this? 2. How do I change and add value? 3. How do I sell this? Can you qualify for an A lender? B lender? Vendor take back? Joint Venture? What you might think is a deal breaker might actually not be… Don’t let someone with a
Wed, October 07, 2020
Episode 84 - Market Fundamentals & the New Economy w/Andrew Hines
Gary chats in this episode with Andrew Hines, a real estate investor and fellow podcaster. Gary has learned a lot from Andrew over the years. They talked about what’s happening in the condo market and what changes are taking place; inflation and the printing of money; what that means and where you should be putting your money; why some investors are experiencing some issues; what should you NOT do right now; why there’s no ONE Golden Rule for investors; and Andrew’s predictions of the next 3-6 months! Andrew got involved with with real estate as it could give him the life he dreamed of, coming from a family home where his parents struggled. What you'll learn: How his upbringing played into his career choice His friends were living in student rentals and why he chose that and the difference it made in peoples lives The landlord has 80 units paying $500 per month! How when he compared this investment to his dad’s salary, he realized it was double his dad’s! He dabbled in US investing, development and why he moved on from them He’s still in building materials Why the ‘work hard all your life and retire on a pension and CPP’ no longer works, and is an outdated theory What reasons made Andrew want to pursue investing How he bought his first two properties in the first year, when he was 24 He ran out of money, how did he get his next property? How a Heritage Control Bylaw derailed his plans What was his Plan B because of this What happens if you are losing money on an investment What Andrew thinks will happen in Toronto w C19 What’s happening with commercial real estate, and how some are changing to residential Why condos above 5+ floors are selling less quickly What’s happening with the cottage market on the low and high end What’s the difference between nominal and real GDP Have we had real economic growth since the crash of 2008 Why business continues to be bailed out, and how it hurts every Canadian How building material costs have skyrocketed, affecting starts and prices What is Andrew’s favourite investment strategy right now? Why our education system is not geared towards questioning and learning, but merely memorization And MORE! Andrew’s Bio Andrew Hines is a real estate investor from Burlington Ontario and he's primarily invested in London Ontario. As of the time of publishing this video Andrew has a approximately $4,000,000 in personal real estate holdings a
Wed, September 30, 2020
Episode 83 - Over 200 Residential Units and Counting w/Mark Loeffler
Gary chats in this episode with Mark Loeffler, a real estate representative, author and award-winning investor! Gary and Mark sat down to discuss his almost two-decade journey as an investor, and Gary considers him one of his earliest mentors. Mark was a master at ‘tenant first’ vs. ‘property first’, which Gary explains in the intro. Not only is Mark an investor he’s also a mentor, helping many grow their portfolios. He currently holds over 200 residential units and shows no sign of slowing down. He’s purchased rent to owns; fix and flips; and many more real estate approaches. He’s been in the game so long, he actually bought a duplex in Toronto for $280,000! What you'll learn: Mark’s opinion on what will happen with the market once deferrals come due When will the fallout happen, or will it happen at all What were Mark’s biggest mistakes How anyone can makes the same mistakes as Mark and yet be incredibly successful The funny story about Mark’s very first investment property How DID he actually get his first property How Mark currently has OVER 200 RESIDENTIAL UNITS! Which family member inspired him to open his eyes to real estate investing What prompted him to leave his last corporate job and migrate to investing Why his ‘tenant first’ approach is better for the tenant and the neighbourhood A market update as to when the podcast was recorded Why the cottage market is so hot right now, both Muskoka and Kawarthas Why the population will grow in Toronto, and is there enough housing for them? Why a commodity like lumber is delaying housing starts How supply and demand are affecting housing and prices, both for sales and rentals What is “Google, guns and butter economics” Is there a possibility of negative interest rates here in Canada? When does Mark think rates will go back up? Where, geographically should we invest? Why Mark no longer uses his own money to buy properties! What property he should have bought that would have made him $400,000! And MORE! Mark’s Bio Mark Loeffler is real estate sales representative and award-winning investor who has been featured on multiple media outlets from radio and TV, to various podcasts across the US and Canada. He is the best-selling author of two books ‘Investing in Rent to Own Property – A Complete Canadian Guide’, and ‘Fix and Flip for Canadians’, co- authored with Ian Szabo. In addition to personally owning over 200 residential units, in 10+ years as a licensed real estate salesperson he has helped thousands of people grow their real estate investment portfolios to create lasting generational wealth. Mark is happiest when teaching and educating on the subject of wealth building. Subscribe to his YouTube channel The Mark Loeffler Experience for valuable insights on investing
Wed, September 23, 2020
Episode 82 - The Life of a Millionaire Mom w/Susan White Livermore
Gary chats in this episode with Susan White Livermore, also known as the Millionaire Mom. Gary and Susan sat down in person to talk about investing, Susan’s role as a coach, and how the pandemic has changed the way we do business. They also touched on Susan’s childhood and the fundamentals she picked up from her parents; her coaching programming from beginning to end; and her transition from the corporate world to self employment. What you'll learn: How her parents involved her and opened financial dialog at a young age What prompted Susan’s move from the corporate world into real estate How her brother’s challenging financial situation changed her outlook How he bought his first house while in debt, with no credit and NO job Why he was fearless and how it changed Susan’s course of action Why she bought her first house with her dad She wasn’t aware of any bylaws around renovations at the time She started with renting her house out to students Why it’s better to have a mix of male and female tenants in the same property Why she suggested that tenants bring their own co-tenants Why she decided to try investing before trying to find another job after maternity leave She started spending money on learning creative financing, wholesaling, etc She convinced her brothers and dad to join her in her process Don’t try and hit a home run with an investment - positive cashflow, good area, good pool of tenants, good vacancy rate, transit, etc Why you want a big pool of potential tenants so that you don’t have to recycle them Is your property close to employment for your tenants Why age of the area is somewhat important to your tenant pool Her big mistake was moving to Calgary, and her properties were impacted by the oil and gas industry - make sure your market isn’t one industry specific How there are various sources of data that can help you determine if your market will grow and by how much Why investment properties, especially cottages are in demand due to lack of travel Why she focuses on what she controls and lets the rest go Why investing is a never ending process and be proud of your mistakes, as long as you learn from them! How much of success does Susan attribute to mindset Why your ‘network’ is your ‘net worth’ And MORE! Susan’s Bio Susan White Livermore knew she didn’t want to work in corporate anymore, and when the option of her first real investment property buy presented itself, she jumped in. However haphazardly she entered the investment property world, in just over a year she had 13 properties, had earned the “ Newcomer of the Year ” award from Canadian Real Estate Wealth Magazine (2011) and the “Top Player” title from the Real Estate Investment Network (2012). With prope
Wed, September 16, 2020
Episode 81 - How To Wholesale In Ontario w/Alex Kouramanis
Gary chats in this episode with Alex Kouramanis. Gary and Alex discussed his first property, which was BRRRR (Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) and parlayed that into many more properties, and has become a big property wholesaler. He also has launched an online learning platform to teach others his strategies. Alex also talks about how people, who lack credit and $$$ can get into real estate investing! What you'll learn: * Why you should work hard, but also play hard * Why downtime can lead investors, and everyone in fact to clarity and allow you to refocus * Why Alex read “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” and what came of it * How mindset and manifesting really work * Why education before investing is essential * How our upbringing plays into our beliefs and how to overcome those * What was his timeline from working on mindset to buying his first property * Why relatives with equity in their homes may be able to help (OPM - Other People’s Money) * Why joint ventures partners are useful and sometimes necessary * How marketing can help you sources properties to buy * Why the ‘ugly duckling’ properties is a great strategy for new properties * Why contracts and proposals are important * Which clauses are important for purchasing * Why deposits are different for private sales, and who holds the deposit * Why you should copy your investment approach from successful investors * Why you SHOULD understand the entire process from purchasing to flipping before buying a property, and gives you leverage for negotiation and allows you to appreciate how much $$$ it will take * Why having a mentor is important, but some things you have to learn on your own! * What was Alex’s worst experience * What is BRRRR and why it’s a great strategy * What is property wholesaling * And MORE! Alex’s Bio 7 years ago, Alex was a bartender with a Philosophy degree and zero experience in business or real estate. He purchased his first BRRRR property in 2013, where he spent two years renovating, reading and networking. After selling his first property, Alex used the profit to purchase one buy and hold property and one flip. Today, Alex has 13 units and is a fulltime wholesaler and multifamily investor with over 20 deals under his belt. He also has online courses in real estate investment, negotiation and personal finance, on the Skillshare and Udemy platforms. When not thinking about real estate, Alex loves skateboarding. Contact Alex Insta: @treetop_residential Web: https://www.treetopbuyer.com/ Online courses: https://www.skillshare.com/classes/Sophisticated-Real-Estate-Investing-The-Core-Strategies-Tools-Mindset/2140126332?via=search-layout-grid Please a leave a review, as it helps Gary understand if he’s bringing on the right guests that you want to hear from! Inte
Wed, September 09, 2020
Episode 80 (Archives) - Classic Financial Planning Mistakes w/Kathleen van den Berg
Gary chats in this archive episode with financial planner Kathleen Van Den Berg. Gary and Kathleen discussed the classic financial planning mistakes that most Canadians make, and Kathleen believes that there are many aspects of traditional financial planning today that are fundamentally flawed. Kathleen deals with life insurance, wealth insurance, RRSPs, etc. She considers herself a ‘wealth strategist’, as she recommends and helps her clients with investments such as real estate, which traditionally does not fall under the umbrella of financial planning. What you'll learn: * The MOST common mistake most Canadians make with financial planning * Why Kathleen’s multi pronged approach examines all aspects of a client’s money profile and how they integrate * Should you invest in RRSPs for tax strategies or retirement, THE ANSWER MIGHT SURPRISE YOU! * What Kathleen thinks about RESPs, and why the funds are locked if they don’t go to school * Do you have the correct life, disability, home and auto insurance? * Why Kathleen performs a debt assessment to help wealth strategies * Why she focusses on tax optimization, and it helps with long term tax reduction * Kathleen also does a cash flow assessment * Why she is an advocate of ‘good’ debt * What is ‘good’ debt vs. ‘bad’ debt - consumer vs. wealth growth * Why it helps get that first investment property * Permanent insurance as a wealth strategy - buy, don’t rent your insurance * Why “…your borrowing capacity will TURBOCHARGE your wealth…” * How people, even in their 50’s can harness that borrowing capacity to do great things * What “Multi Dimensional dollars” are… * Should financial literacy be taught in schools * “Debt reduction is not the path to wealth creation” * And MORE! Kathleen’s Bio Kathleen van den Berg is a Certified Financial Planner who believes there are many aspects of traditional planning methods that are fundamentally flawed. She loves to write about the common financial mistakes she sees in her practice. Kathleen specializes in working with individuals and families to improve cash flow and help them build significantly greater wealth projections over their current plans. As a strong advocate of real estate and rental properties, she actively includes real estate as one of the six key components in her clients’ wealth building plans. She owns 6 properties, including 5 rental properties. Helping clients create phenomenal wealth and having a lot of fun doing it is her “why”. Contact Kathleen Van Den Berg Email: vws@live.ca Facebook Group: Wealth Talk www.wealthplancoach.ca Please a leave a review, as it helps Gary understand if he’s bringing on the right guests that you want to hear from! Interested in learning more about Real Estate Investing? Visit https:/
Wed, September 02, 2020
Episode 79 - Estate Planning, probate & wills w/Fabio Campanella
Gary chats in this episode with his friend Fabio Campanella who is an accountant. Gary and Fabio chatted about some things that most people don’t think about, or like to think about but should. Wills, probate, joint ventures and many other factors affect estate planning. There are tax implications to be concerned about as well, not leaving your beneficiaries a large tax bill surprise after you pass. These topics and more are discussed in this engaging episode. What you'll learn: Why you should choose an accountant that is familiar with investing and real estate details Investors should be investors and accountants handle the details The details surrounding estate planning and why they are increasingly important - wills, trusts and corporations What is probate? The concerns and benefits of joint ventures, and the implications of estate planning or untimely death How wills work They discussed different types of insurance Should you consider transferring some of your investment properties while you’re alive, to minimize tax exposure What is an ‘estate freeze’? He was in the middle of the ’08-’09 market meltdown and the signs he saw towards a collapse Should people diversify into stocks or bonds, or stay in real estate Why buy and hold allows you to QUINTUPLE YOUR MONEY in 25 years! Why accountants should handle the small details, and advise their clients like Gary of high levels details. When Fabio advises his clients should incorporate How can the economy keep going if there are subsequent waves How can you pandemic proof your life How will businesses transition back to office space now that office work is primarily at home And MORE! Fabio’s Bio Fabio Campanella is right there in the trenches with his clients, providing detailed financial, tax and retirement recommendations. He’s been working in the tax and wealth advisory sector since 2002 with some of the industry’s biggest names such as PwC and BMO Nesbitt Burns. At the same time, he’s been speaking to a larger audience by writing about financial planning for publications such as the Globe and Mail, the Financial Post and the Toronto Star. Fabio’s speciality as a founding partner of Campanella McDonald LLP is looking at the whole picture. He doesn’t examine your business goals or your retirement goals in silos, but in combination, to develop an action plan that’s best for your particular circumstances and aspirations. That’s because in addition to his CPA and CA designations Fabio completed CPA Canada’s 3-year, in-depth tax course and has qualified as a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), a Chartered Investment Manager (CIM), a licensed investment advisor, and a licensed life insurance advisor. This broad educational base ensures that he’s prepared and ready to give expert in
Wed, August 26, 2020
Episode 78 (Archives) - Accounting Strategies for CDN Real Estate Investors w/George Dube
Gary chats in this episode with George Dube of Dube & Cuttini Chartered Accountants LLP. George is a veteran real estate accountant and an investor himself, and after growing up around accountants he decided that was his path. He and Gary chatted about what to look at before selecting an accountant; should you incorporate before purchasing an investment property; and if you do the work yourself, can you write off the ‘sweat equity’. A quote Gary wanted to share: “Anxiety is thinking about the future, and depression is thinking about the past”. Don’t dwell in the past or in the future. What you'll learn: * What questions you need answered before selecting an accountant * When and if you need to incorporate when you decide to be a real estate investor * If you do your own renovations on an investment property, can you write off this sweat equity * What research George did with his clients success, to determine the factors that lead to making money * Why an accountant who is also an investor speaks the same language as an investor * The accountant *should* be working with clients similar to yourself * What are the 5 elements and issues that apply to your situation you should discuss with your accountant * What are some of the tax liabilities from incorporating * Can you split income? * What happens when you take money outside of the business from a tax perspective * What are some of the methods of taking money out of the corporation * What about audit frequency of corporations? * Are there different rules and challenges for financing real estate through corporations? * What other team members do you need beside an accountant? * What some of the biggest mistakes investors make from an accounting standpoint * What bookkeeping recommendations does George have to make a job easier for accountants * What rules are regulations are changing or coming * And MORE! George’s Bio A veteran real estate accountant and investor whose practice focuses on providing the knowledge and tools clients need to increase and preserve the value of their businesses, George is a frequent guest speaker at an assortment of meetings, events and workshops through the year. There, he addresses a variety of tax and accounting topics with implications for real estate investors, with a particular focus on tax strategies. He talks about ways investors can improve communication with their accountants and better organize their financial affairs. George also updates listeners about how their businesses are impacted by rule changes in the accounting and tax industries. George jointly established the predecessor to Dube & Cuttini Chartered Accountants LLP, in 1997 after several years with national accounting firms. He is a graduate of the University of Waterloo’s Master of Accounting Program, where he completed a double speciali
Wed, August 19, 2020
Episode 77 - Lead Gen. & How To Make It Work For You w/Tara Baylis
Gary chats in this episode with Tara Baylis from Our Neighbourhood Realty! This was recorded back in March, and held off releasing this. They dove deep into why she’s become such a top-seller in the Durham region, how lead-gen works, how the Agent Locator works, the power of mindset and more! This podcast may be focused more for real estate agents, but still some worthwhile information for investors. What you'll learn: * Why online lead generation is and can be extremely effective * How to cultivate and nurture leads that come in * Why she calls herself the ‘hardest working realtor in Durham’ * How Agent Locator helps her track leads and enter them in their CRM system * You could send out targeted emails, etc. * Agent Locator is a great system for new agents * Is calling still an effective method of communication vs. email, text, etc * You can set up Agent locator for your client’s price range and area, and how often they want to see listings * You can also see which properties they have viewed, which will help you narrow their interests * Why human followup to emails brings a personal touch to your service * Why patience is important with lead gen, and why it can take YEARS for a lead to buy * Why your choice of lead generation site determines how often you need to maintain your leads * View each lead as a gift * If you treat your leads well, even if you’ve never met them in person, may refer you to their friends and family * And MORE! Tara’s Bio Tara is widely recognized as a top selling powerhouse in the Durham Region & GTA marketplace, and has garnered a host of accolades and awards as a result of her hugely celebrated success. Behind all that top performing professionalism though, is a heart that truly cares about each and every client and a sincerity that can’t be mistaken. With the credibility of almost 20 years of experience in the daily operations of the real estate industry Tara knows the business inside and out, and is phenomenal at seamlessly translating that business acumen into an enviable level of confidence and security for her buyers and sellers. Traversing the often-confusing terrain of the real estate transaction with elegance and ease, Tara counts hundreds of happy past clients as a true testament that her exceptional brand of real estate services demonstrates clear value to consumers. As a consultant and trusted advisor, Tara invests her time, energy and resources into the meticulous care of her portfolio of clients, retaining her buyers and sellers as lifelong ambassadors of her business. With designations like the highly regarded Accredited Buyer Representation (ABR) Tara ensures that each and every client gets the highest level of real estate experience! Contact Tara Phone 905-431-6055 Web: TaraLeaRealEstate.com Facebook: TaraLea RealEstate Insta: @
Wed, August 12, 2020
Episode 76 (ARCHIVES) - Making LIfe Easier with Property Mgmt w/Nicole Bridges
Gary chats in this archive episode with Nicole Bridges from RYIS Properties! This bonus episode has Gary and Nicole chatting about property management, about why some people choose to use a property manager, and some don’t. Nicole has worked with many of Gary’s clients and done great work. This episode is PACKED with tips and practical advice to make your investments stressless! What you'll learn: Should you get a property manager or do this on your own What to look for when searching for a property manager Get the emotions OUT of the investment Having an investment manager lowers stress and workload Screening tenants and avoid tenants from hell What you should do every year with your investment properties How often you should inspect your investment properties Simple tips to avoid professional tenants How much should a property manager cost The eviction process, how it works and why a property manager can help avoid this How long does an eviction take, and what paperwork is required After hour services of a property manager Should you do credit checks on your new tenant or allow them to provide their own The importance of treating investing like a business How to take the emotions out of investing Why you shouldn’t treat an investment property like your own - your concerns are different than your own property Why you shouldn’t get too attached to your tenants, as it’s a business arrangement How long should it take to fill your property When you are buy a property with tenants, are they good tenants or bad? Why a home inspection is necessary for an investment property Why you should have a paralegal on your team, and others including a plumber, electrician, handyman, etc And MORE! Nicole’s Bio My family has always owned their own investment properties since I was a young girl living in my home town. As a result I have had my own buildings and homes for which I managed and understood the importance of good management. I have decided to go public with my services and now have over 300 doors for which my team and I manage. I have come up with the name of RYIS properties to honour my two boys who are young adults today, one who is in an apprenticeship to become a plumber who is named Ryan and my second boy, special needs who was born with Fragile X Syndrome and is living with me and is involved in a day program and his name is Kurtis……….RYIS (first two letters of Ryan and last two letters from Kurtis) I have been educated as a legal administrator in which gave me the training for detail and also worked as a recruiter and had various administrative functions. I have been raised in a construction world and have been a partner in a Plumbing and Contracting business which gave me the ability to un
Wed, August 05, 2020
Episode 75 - Rent To Own The Right Way w/Alfonso Salemi
Gary chats this episode with his good friend Alfonso Salemi from JAAG Properties. They talked about how Alfonso got started; the mindset required to do this; and what rent to own is all about. What you'll learn: What book prompted his start in real estate How he transitioned from active to passive income Why his original income goal was only $25,000 Why he started taking courses to increase his knowledge He didn’t have a lot of $$$ when he started in real estate What his first deal was like, and how many families he had to go through before he could help his 1st family What lessons he learned from his first deal and what expenses were incurred Was his first deal a solo deal? Why mindset of ‘just going and doing it’ is so important Why he had a mentor Why the 4 hour Workweek is not plausible, but contains vital information Why it’s important while you are pursuing your financial freedom, that you still enjoy each day, and being present Why time is more important in many ways than money Is ‘rent to own’ still a viable option heading into a pandemic? Does rent to own work in up and down economies? And MORE! Alfonso’s Bio Alfonso Salemi is out in the community sharing his passion for rent-to-own and the benefits it can bring to people’s lives. Every day he thrives on these interactions and enjoys helping others with their biggest purchase. Alfonso is often the first person on the JAAG Properties’ team to meet with Tenant Buyers. He also works with investors and outlines the personal and financial benefits of the JAAG program to them. He is the company’s conduit to realtors, brokers and others in the world of real estate. Alfonso attended Mohawk College and uses his knowledge gained there, plus his experience in real estate, blended with his people skills and his intuition for making excellent community contacts to ensure that the benefits of working with JAAG as an investor or tenant-buyer and real estate professional are well known. Alfonso values JAAG’s team approach to the Rent-To-Own model and its benefit to all parties. He knows that all parties must be committed to ensure the successful completion of each Rent-To-Own program. Tenant Buyers must show their commitment to fixing their credit; investors need to be committed to the investment and seeing the buyer succeed. JAAG’s strength is the ability to create win-win-win Rent-To-Own programs. As a true ‘people person,’ Alfonso likes to hear the stories that JAAG Properties clients share about their journeys to home ownership. In the time since JAAG Properties incorporated in 2014, he has learned about people of all walks of life. Everyone has a story, and Alfonso listens to it. He is grateful that he gets to be part of the tenant-buyer’s success in achieving their dreams of owning a home and the in
Thu, July 30, 2020
Episode 74, (From the Archives) - 7 Secrets To Finding Hidden Gems w/Erik Mitchell
Gary is chatting in this archive episode with Erik Mitchell, about his start in real estate investing. Erik isn't your typical RE investor, as he has a background in business, became a licensed mortgage agent, taught himself about the challenges in investing, and also now educates others on the possibilities with investing! He and his brother now have a portfolio of over 64 units, so this is a podcast you DON'T want to miss! What you will learn on this Podcast: How to get started in Real Estate Investing Should you use the equity in your home to invest Should you focus on turn-key properties or ugly homes 7 secrets To finding hidden GEMS in Real Estate Investing How solving problems is an important skill to learn Can you still find great deals on MLS The importance of finding motivated sellers What a vendor take back is and how it works The importance of being a local market expert How to get rid of bad tenants easily When and where do tenants make their buying decision The importance of understanding your tenant and their neighbourhood Erik's Bio: Erik is a graduate from the Richard Ivey School of Business. After working for only one year he decided that wasn't the life for him. So instead, Erik and his brother Kevin both quit their day jobs almost a decade ago to start a real estate investment company and have been working as full time real estate investors ever since. Over this time they have built a portfolio of 64 units across Ontario. Not only that but they have also built a comprehensive educational system for real estate investing that has absolutely everything you need as an investor...all the information, access to all of the resources they have ever built, an industry leading property analyzer, and even a section dedicated to Student Rentals. Erik also became a licensed mortgage agent in order to provide clients and investors a passive way to help invest their registered money (RSP, TFSA, LIRA, LIF, RIF etc.) into real estate...earning an 8% Fixed Annual Rate of Return in some of the most exciting development projects in Canada. He is a wealth of knowledge and has a ton of experience, some of which he will be sharing with you during this podcast. Please a leave a review, as it helps Gary understand if he’s bringing on the right guests that you want to hear from! Interested in learning more about Real Estate Investing? Visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Wed, July 22, 2020
Episode 73 - Toronto Real Estate Market & where to invest w/Bradley Watson
Gary chatted with Bradley Watson, host of #1 podcast on iTunes, Spotify and Google Podcasts for Toronto Real Estate! They had a wide ranging convo on various topics such as can you buy cash flow properties in Toronto; the effect of immigration has impacted the market; the stimulus packages provided by the CDN government, and what happens when they stop, much more! What you'll learn: • Can you buy cash flow properties in Toronto; • The effect of immigration has impacted the market • The stimulus packages provided by the CDN government, and what happens when they stop • Why real estate careers offer more flexibility and perks than a 9-5 jobs • Why cash flow is a deciding factor for first time investors • What is a primary residence exemption, and why it matters • What are the tax implications of your investments? • Should you incorporate to buy properties or do it personally, and you CAN do both • The number of properties you want to hold determines if you incorporate • Do you want a portfolio of properties, or just one or two? • Why buy and hold strategies lead to multi-generational wealth • Why you need a team of professionals to help you get started • Why living in part of your first investment allows you to quickly make money and perhaps buy other properties • You don’t need to spend a lot of money to learn how to invest, many courses online, but there is a time investment • You put in the money or you put in the time, money buys you time • Should you pool money in joint-venture investments, or go it alone • You DON’T need dozens of properties to get ahead, if you have 2 you can outpace the market • It’s not just the money you want to make, but the lifestyle you want • People have made more money than Bradley through condos than multi units Smaller condos have been hit harder during the pandemic * And MORE! Bradley's Bio Bradley Watson is a Real Estate Broker, Investor and Social Media Influencer. Investing locally he hit the ground running and within 4 years turned a $40k down payment into $1.87 million in local real estate assets. Today, he lives in his dream house with his highschool sweetheart and their two daughters. Bradley is the host of the #1 podcast on iTunes, Spotify and Google Podcasts for Toronto Real Estate. The channel is growing by over 100 listeners per month and gets over 10k downloads per month. You can join their family of investors by tuning into “Toronto’s #1 Real Estate Podcast” every morning. Follow Bradley Ph. 647-206-9554 Web: www.WatsonEstates.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mywatsonestates/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/WatsonEstates/ YouTube: https://www
Thu, July 16, 2020
Episode 72 - BONUS - Real Conversation on the Kelly Skar Podcast
Gary guests on Real Conversation with Kelly Skar! This bonus episode features Gary on the other side of the mic, and they chatted about mindset, motivation, an overview of real estate fundamentals, and how you can innovate during a time of crisis! What you'll learn: How you can design your own life…what you want to earn, how much vacation time you want? etc. Finding and understanding your ‘why’ Understanding real estate fundamentals How Gary’s financial situation pushed him into real estate, but looking at the Andex chart Why credit encourages you to spend more than you make Consolidation debts can lead to frequent maxing of debts You NEED to find a way to make money while you sleep, or you’ll always be working FOR money! Real estate investing helps you make money 24/7/365 Gary doesn’t necessarily LIKE real estate investing, but it gives him the freedom to do other things As mentioned before, start as SOON as you can… Picking the right neighbourhoods to invest in Population growth is one fundamental Income growth in the area is another Vacancy rates in the neighbourhood is another Infrastructure in the neighbourhood - new highways, etc is the final one Why Gary invests in an area before he recommends it to his clients How does The Secret mean to Gary? What gratitude helps during difficult times Commercial real estate is changing day by day More massive changes are coming How the real estate industry is changing due to the current situation, and will these changes become permanent While realtors need to embrace these changes and expand services with video, etc Why having a little cash on hand is not a bad idea And MORE! Kelly’s Bio My family is my everything, as you can see we are a bunch of dorks that love to have fun. My philosophy on helping my clients buy and sell real estate is that things don't have to be serious all the time, the journey can be fun and we have to remember the destination.....your new home. No matter if you are buying or selling a home, I have you covered on every aspect of the transaction from inspectors to lawyers to mortgage brokers to stagers and handypeople (I am pretty sure I just made that word up). I have been selling real estate for 13 years, I am a HUGE Green Bay Packers fan, I love to play golf (poorly), camp, hike and spend ti
Wed, July 08, 2020
Episode 71 - Investing in Real Estate During a Pandemic w/ The Real Estate Empresses
The Real Estate Empresses are Sarah Larbi, Gabrielle Campbell, Jenn Richter, Jessica-Ann Buchta. This podcast was recorded in May, & while they were speculating about what might happen in the market due to the current situation, a lot of it has come true. They discussed how they have shifted their investments since the pandemic began; also about whether a second wave would happen & its effects; censorship; the narrative that the mainstream media is telling; how to pandemic proof your life! What you'll learn: Sophisticated buyers are still buying, house flippers & professional landlords Great deals are out there, fewer offers, fewer buyers less competition Some properties ARE receiving multiple offers This is still a great time to buy your first investment property Lower supply issues Prices are fairly stable, what about year to year Why new or first time buyers are hesitant Wholesale deals are still happening, makes it easier for sellers Why today is STILL better than buying tomorrow Now may be the best time to get into multi-family projects - older landlords may want to offload properties, good cashflow Spend 90% of your time on ‘your main thing’ & 10% on what’s next No perfect time to buy Don’t try & hit a home run, just get to first base What happens when CERB runs out, & mortgage deferrals stop Other programs from both provincial & the federal government Ripple effect during the second wave What about rental market Immigration fuels the economy, but the border is closed Why you should have multiple sources of income Pandemics are happening with greater frequency, each one is different Why the Empresses are ensuring their business is recession, internet & pandemic-proof & MORE! Bios Sarah Larbi had the drive & focus to embark, build & grow a seven-figure, 10 property investment portfolio by her early 30’s, all whilst full-time employed. Known as the BRRRR Expert, her results-oriented approach has been featured in numerous Canadian media, on the stage at events like Canadian Real Estate Wealth Investor Forum & as a guest on many North American finance-focused podcasts. Sarah hosts her own podcast “Where Should I Invest?” , which reached the Top 50 of All Time for Canadian Investing on Apple podcasts & is also co-founder of The REITE Club & co-hosts their own successful podcast. Gabrielle Campbell is the owner of Regalway Homes with her husband. Starting her investing journey purchasing new builds with a sustainable footprint in the Milton area followed by the first complete reno, their portfolio now consists of over 10 doors with a shifted focus to acquiring multifamily homes in both Canada & the US. Jenn Richter of Double E Properties has grown an 11 property portfolio with her h
Wed, June 24, 2020
Episode 70 - Finding Your Awesome with Randy Gill
Randy Gill on Finding Your Awesome! They talked about mindset, gratitude and giving back to the community. Gary provides 3 ideas and tips that he uses to help him life! What you'll learn: * Why now is a GREAT time to examine your life and make changes! * What was the moment that crystallized his desire to do more for underprivileged kids * Their opportunity gives hope and opportunity to those that are lacking in both * How many communities are impacted by their work in their 10 year journey * How Their Opportunity gives back, but expects those receiving help to pass it on, and give back as well * How they have created a cycle of generosity * Why it's important that they are invited into communities * What is the intake process for someone wanting their child to be part of Their Opportunity * Why Randy is the ‘hope dispenser’ * Why hope is stronger than fear, especially during these times * Why you should believe that good things are about to happen * When you go into a situation with ‘fear first’, you derail the opportunity * Be mindful, so that you don’t miss opportunities and gratitude can rise * How is Randy affected by the current situation, and how business has shifted * What types of currency are businesses giving and receiving now - hard currency, goodwill…what added value are businesses giving * How Randy’s currency is now Instagram lives and virtual conversations * Digital currency - likes, shares, etc are very powerful * What are ‘relationCHITS’, and how they impact relationSHIPS * Why giving with your business first, especially during the startup phase - customers and client will realize that giving back is a pillar of your business, and will be more loyal to a business than others that focus on getting * What is Finding Your Awesome - you’ll become more creative and focused * And MORE! Bio Randy Gill is the President & Founder of Their Opportunity, a registered charity that exists to provide under-serviced families with the means to enroll their children in local sports & recreation programs. Randy and his team of game changers look to remove barriers to access as well as advocate for children to give them the opportunity to develop the confidence, social skills and healthy lifestyle attainable through sport and community engagement. Randy has been described as a “passionate and energetic community leader with a true heart for the under-serviced population.” Randy also is a sought-after public speaker who has addressed thousands of people across the country with a message of pursuing your passions, dispensing hope and generosity, community, leveling the playing field and finding your awesome. This former pro hockey player coaches hockey at the local rinks, consulting for NFPs & Charities or serving on several committees in a volunteer capacity, such as Chairing the
Wed, June 17, 2020
Episode 69 - Unf#ck Your Life w/ Aslan Mirkalami
Gary chatted with his good friend Aslan Mirkalami, an author and The Result Doctor! They talked about a wide range of topics… What you'll learn: Why every belief we have is a lie How you become like the people you are in close proximity to Why people that become wealthy all share a certain set of beliefs - e.g. they don’t believe money is evil, or you don’t have to be an evil person to be wealthy They don’t have beliefs like “I’m not worthy of money…”, “Money doesn’t grow on trees”, “Money is the root of all evil”, etc. A belief is statement of idea without any physical proof Aslan can show you how to dismantle limiting beliefs and replace them with empowering ones The amount of hours you conscious mind is awake or aware What a cashless society might look like, and what a new currency could be to replace it Currencies such as cash and cheques convey confidence, and involve trust Why the banks are your friend when you need services, but when times are tough they get tough Aslan’s opinion on mental illness, our current situation, the lockdown, mainstream media and more. People are using alcohol now Suicides are skyrocketing as well Why happiness is our natural state You were born to be happy, and you learn to be unhappy Aslan believes that every child is a millionaire, and can do anything Why happiness enhances your performance Personal forgiveness is important Why your children thrive or struggle based on the beliefs you instil in them What does more money bring? More experiences…and more memories, then this leads to great happiness And MORE! Aslan’s Bio Aslan Mirkalami is the founder of Result Doctor.com as an Executive result coach. All I am going to say people who work with him Become wealthy and rich and make a lot of money, so pay good attention, I will let him introduce himself. He has authored the books, “Believing Is Seeing”, “Secrets of the Healthy Mind” and “Unfuck Your Life”, all available on his website below. Website: www.resultdoctor.com Phone: 416-258-0038 Email: aslan.mirkalami@gmail.com Facebook: Aslan Mirkalami Instagram: Aslan Mirkalami Pleas
Wed, June 10, 2020
Episode 68 - A Canadian Investing In The USA w/ Glen Sutherland
Gary chatted with investor Glen Sutherland, a Canadian investing in the USA. He started with buy/hold investments early on in Canada What you'll learn: How Glen migrated from buying one investment property for his retirement to multiple units How the ‘Bank Of Grandma’ played in to his early success - family members can be a great source of cash for your investment journey Proactive strategies for dealing with tenants and rent, if they are struggling or lost their job, especially during a pandemic Should we be investing in real estate now, or see how things play out over the coming months? Why it still may be a good time to invest, based on past cycles What happens if there is a shortage in properties for sale, or if there are too many properties for sales? The differences between investing in the States and Canada How you must do research to see where you will invest in the US Why prices are more favourable in certain areas, and make it easier to get into the market vs. Ontario Why renovation costs in the US will gain you more, as everything is more expensive in Canada - Dual flush toilets were purchased for $60 How it’s important to assemble a strong team to help you, or a good property manager Why you should be afraid of purchasing properties that need more love - Glen is no longer afraid of buying cheap properties that will appraise at a higher value Mortgages can be had, because there are so many banks across the United States, and some that are only in different states What is a ‘non-recourse loan’ in the US? Why you should use a corporation for investing, and nothing should be in your name What are the loan to value ratios in the US? What are the criteria for getting a mortgage in the US as a Canadian? Most mortgages are low risk in the US And MORE! Glen’s Bio Glen Sutherland is a real estate investor from Cambridge, ON where he lives with his wife and two terrific children. He started his investing journey purchasing 'buy and hold' rental real estate locally. After a lot of research, he learned of more favourable laws, lower property taxes, and lower cost of entry south of the border. These factors make for greater ease of wealth creation. These days, Glen is investing in the US by buying, renovating, refinancing to grow his rental real estate portfolio. He also hosts the Podcast and Youtube channel entitled, "A Canadian Investing in the US", where he provides information and advice to investors interested in investing in both Canada and the US. He enjoys th
Wed, June 03, 2020
Episode 67 - Proactive Mental Health Strategies w/ Jen Couto
Proactive Mental Health Strategies Gary chatted with Jen Couto, a trainer who has a passion for movement! She also helps women discover their best selves, and also worked in the mental health space. This journey also helped Jen deal with her own depression, self esteem issues What you'll learn: How she migrated from an in person trainer to online training, and why she feels that yields better results How she has created and fosters an online community for her clients In person training is very focused She guarantees results Jen has both free and paid communities People seem to be binge eating or not getting enough good nutrition Why she asks clients what their ratio of good food to junk food that was eaten in the past week She helps people increase activity and eat well when their bodies are under incredible stress during the pandemic How sugar plays into stiffness How Gary did 1 run this week and it made all the difference in the world We may be able to be positive, but people are struggling How to motivate yourself, especially now as people are stressed in our current situation How and why she creates a safe space for clients to share and talk about what’s happening to them now How Jen works on her mindset now, and how it’s changed over the years Why both Jen and Gary *still* use coaches Why passion is not sustainable - and why sometimes it needs to be manufactured Why you shouldn’t feel bad if your passion is not felt 24/7 Why you should focus on things you must do to focus your passion and help with mental health Why you can damage a property and move to another, but your body is the only one you’ve got…you can’t just repair it at will - treat your body like a temple And MORE! Jen’s Bio Jen is an Online Trainer currently living in Toronto who has a passion for life through movement. She has spent 5 years in the industry building a determination to help women in their quest to their best selves. She’s a mother of three who has gone through bouts of depression and challenges with self esteem and body image. Jen believes in the power of healthy living to heal and develop the tools necessary to live a happy and fulfilling life. Her online training programs include daily accountability, a community of support, mindset coaching, and customized nutrition and fitness programming. Contact Jen Phone: 416.953.3449 <
Wed, May 27, 2020
Episode 66 - The New World Order with Matt McKeever
Gary answers some questions that have been sent to him on Instagram first, then welcomed Matt McKeever, a young investor who quit his job at age 31, effectively retiring and living life as an investor full time. He started with rentals for students, and moved up to multi unit rental spaces. He and Gary had a robust chat on many topics, especially balancing the need for cash in an investment property vs. the time you devote to your investments! What you'll learn: * EXPECT to make mistakes when you begin as a Real Estate investor * Don’t let it stop you from taking action * Surround yourself with a strong team * You won’t hit a home run on your first property * How Matt has repositioned due to the market realities of our current situation * Techniques to attract people to view properties virtually * How commercial lenders are changing their rules almost weekly * Why Matt started his YouTube channel for Canadian investors * Is real estate investing still a worthwhile pursuit during a pandemic? * Matt discusses how to determine what income level can afford certain property rents * Will vacancy rates change due to our current situation * Are the million dollar flips in jeopardy * Is commercial real estate experiencing pain * will companies abandon expensive office space * Will restaurants change/disappear due to commercial spaces * Why cashflow is king * Is the old world / old way of doing things gone forever? * How more transactions will move online * Innovation is playing a part how business operates during the pandemic * Will there be a massive shift to online learning, with cost savings to universities * Be clear on why you want to be an investor - what do you need vs. what you want * The difference between information, knowledge, wisdom and experience * What is the return on your time invested AS an investor * Money is unlimited, time is a scarce resource * You HAVE to make offers if you are an investor! * And MORE! Matt’s Bio Matt McKeever is a Real Estate Investor, Youtuber with close to 60k followers with 5-10k views per day, a registered CPA and co-founder of Cashflow Tribe to help educate real estate investors. At the age of 31, Matt retired to become a Real Estate Entrepreneur. He began investing in London, Ontario in 2010. In 2015, Matt quickly built up his real estate portfolio implementing the BRRRR strategy. At any given time he has over 100 units. <p clas
Wed, May 20, 2020
Episode 65 - Calm Brain, Powerful Mind with Aziz Velji
Gary welcomed Aziz Velji, teacher of human potential and author of “CALM BRAIN, POWERFUL MIND: Abolish Stress to Unleash Your True Potential”. CALM BRAIN, POWERFUL MIND is a comprehensive and seminal self-help book about how a person can eliminate stress from their lives in order to access the inherent power of their mind, and live a happy, healthy, and creative life. Gary and Aziz had a great chat about beliefs, thoughts, actions, mindfulness, meditation and the ability for change! What you'll learn: We have two ways or mindsets to respond to events - fear, unhappiness, stress, OR happy, calm, alert, resilient mind. Why the first 7 years program our beliefs for the rest of our lives, by people who want the best for us, but are teaching us what they know 70-75 of programming delivered to us is counterintuitive to our needs and is subconscious a child doesn’t know cause and effect, and this results in “I don’t deserve it mentality” After age 7 the conscious mind starts to evaluate our beliefs and our thoughts. Our beliefs become thoughts, which become our words, which become our actions, which become our habits, which become our values Do we have the ability to change our beliefs You face a crisis and you use the subconscious mind to solve the problem How do you approach changing your beliefs What is a Mental Diet? What is ‘mind chatter’? The brain has a negative bias and how that plays out for us Our mind is like velcro for negative thoughts, and teflon for positive ones What is observing your thoughts? Why you want to split yourself into two - watching and doing When we are present, there are no thoughts, we are fully enjoying an activity - some have trouble maintaining it, so we switch back to the subconscious Most people spend 95% of their day in ‘mind chatter’ / subconscious Why meditation is SO powerful! And MORE! Aziz’s Bio As a student, teacher and author, my background encompasses specialized areas of study and expertise in philosophy, psychology, meditation practices, quantum physics, brain enhancement, neuroscience, and lucid dreaming (or what is called Dream Yoga). My formal education includes postgraduate degrees in engineering and business management. I have applied these areas of study and formal training to better understand the nature of reality, the relationship between the brain and the mind, and to further advance society, humanity, and most importantly, our potential as human beings. My book, “CALM BRAIN, POWERFUL MIND: Abolish
Wed, May 13, 2020
Episode 64 - Dealing With Your Tenants with Howard Tavroges
Gary welcomed Howard Tavroges, a paralegal who has represented both tenants and landlords at the Ontario Tenant Review board, but now exclusively represents landlords. Tenants are not paying rent, banding together for support. Since these are difficult times, Gary picked Howard’s brain about the legality of this current situation, and how landlords should proceed. Landlords aren’t powerless, however there must be a process followed to ensure a happy and legal outcome. What you'll learn Why tenants are banding together to defer rent Has the tenant been proactive to propose a rent solution Is the tenant using the pandemic as a ploy, or having genuine trouble paying? Should landlords issue an N4 Should landlords then file an L1 What suggestions Howard has for landlords during this time with COVID 19 What about vacant possession - What if a seller has sold their home with a tenant and the buyer is going to occupy the home Howard’s suggestions about collecting rent Can you use the last month’s rent to fill in the gaps Is it wise to accept credit cards or Square payments There is an incredible backlog at the LTB, what is happening about scheduling these hearings. The LTB website have posted about possibly having telephone hearings, what does Howard think Howard’s suggestions to expedite the eviction process How long he thinks it will take for a landlord to be able to get a hearing What is the landlord’s obligations as far as maintenance during this time Prior to COVID 19, did you see any changes/improvements with the LTB process? And MORE! Bio Howard’s Bio I only represent Landlords. That’s all I do. Nothing else. Having been on the other side, I am in a very advantageous and unique position in being able to assist landlords with any problems they might be experiencing with their tenants. My philosophy is to provide all of my clients with superior, high quality and cost-effective legal representation. I have an exemplary reputation for diligence, preparedness and a comprehensive knowledge of The Residential Tenancies Act. Contact Howard Phone: 705-722-1971 Email: info@tavrogeslegal.com Credit card payments: www.getdigs.io Interested in learning more about Real Estate Investing? Visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Wed, May 06, 2020
Episode 63 - WYSIWYG w/ Kathryn Asaro & Colleen Lindberg
Gary welcomed Kathryn "RaRa" Asaro Mayers & Colleen Lindberg, founders of WYSIWYG into the studio for a really fun and engaging chat about WYSIWYG. WYSIWYG "What You See Is What You Get" is the easiest explanation we could come up with for the name of our PROJECT. The results KOLBE A Index and KOLBE F (Financial MO) Index provide are clear & concise. You will know exactly how you do things according to your connate abilities. Kolbe A index measures your instinctive way of doing things and the result is called your MO (method of operation). It is the only validated assessment that measures a person’s conative strengths. Gain greater understanding of your own human nature and begin the process of maximizing your potential. What you'll learn Why Kolbe tests can help anyone interested in how they operate The 4 quadrants of a Kolbe test and what they show They can be used for interpersonal relationships, both personal and work-related Build businesses that match our strengths Assess how potential business partners work, to avoid future conflict Assess others’ skill set, to better plan who does what Understand our children better How you handle money How you handle information Do you need challenges, or prefer stability Stop fighting your needs and embrace your true strengths The difference between Kolbe tests and DISC How these tests map out the three dimensions to the mind And MORE! Bios Colleen Lindberg Bio Colleen Lindberg, is a passionate speaker, trainer, facilitator, consultant, author and mentor. With her entrepreneurial spirit she started her first self-employed business at 17 years old. This zest for entrepreneurship extended into a consulting firm 11 years later, which she has been successfully running for the last 10 years. The Kolbe culture and way of life has been an off shoot to the consulting Colleen delivers in corporations. From individual understanding to team/joint venture dynamics, Colleen has been using the Kolbe index to enhance lifestyle and cultures within people and teams. She is the author of the book “Change the Light Bulb: Habits and Choices to Create Success In All Aspects of Your Life”. Colleen loves life and enjoys spending down time taking walks, playing with her animals and laughing. You can always find her nose in a great book. She truly believes that the more you know about yourself the better ammunition you have to create lasting success in all the areas of your life. Kathryn “Ra
Wed, April 29, 2020
Episode 62 - Staying Healthy Mentally & Physically during COVID w/Carlos Yu
In this episode, Gary speaks with his personal MD, Dr. Carlos Yu. Dr. Yu specializes in getting people OFF their medications, responsibly, by replacing the effects of the meds through meditation classes, nutrition, etc. Their discussion delves into social contagions, and what they do to the lungs, social media hygiene, exercise, etc. and they do a LIVE 2 minute meditation! What you'll learn Is the fear spreading faster than the virus itself The benefits of social media hygiene How to balance alone time with sheltering in place with your family Why walking outdoors is very valuable during this epidemic Can healthy nutrition help battle viruses, and the role of flavonoids There are at least 5 viruses Why younger people with existing health challenges can get the virus Microbiomes, gut health and more Are people dying that are essentially healthy Why Italy was the hotspot for the longest time The numerous benefits of meditation Myths about meditation Why over sanitizing is note necessarily the best course of action Addictions in the current world And a LIVE meditation!! And MORE! Bio Dr. Carlos Yu, BMath, MD, CCFP(EM), CTH, FCFP Dr. Carlos Yu is a Psychotherapy, Addiction Medicine, Integrative Family medicine, Emergency medicine, and Travel Medicine Physician at Ajax Harwood Clinic. Carlos graduated from the University of Western Ontario and completed his residency training at North York General Hospital. His interests also include promoting population wellness through giving talks or running wellness groups at schools and other institutions. He runs weekly Accu-stress Reduction and Mindfulness -based Intervention groups open to everyone from his clinic in Ajax. He received group facilitation training through Mindfulness Without Borders , a non-profit organization that delivers mindfulness training to help individuals manage stress and emotional difficulties. Website/contact info for Dr. Carlos Yu Phone number 9056830690 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/carlos.yu.940 <p class=
Thu, April 23, 2020
BONUS Episode 61 Sarah Larbi
In this episode, Gary was a guest on Sarah Larbi’s podcast, a real estate investor, speaker, podcaster and mentor with many years of experience. They had a wide-ranging discussion on many topics, such as investing, currency, and how business will need to innovate and change to survive this pandemic for the future. What you'll learn Gary’s opinions on money, and the historical significance of investing The significance of WW1 and investing the significance of gold on currencies Why countries aligned their currencies to the US dollar in 1944 and became FIAT currency Why wars caused these countries to print money, and the ramifications 1971 Nixon unpegged the currency and the dollar became paper! How COVID-19 interrupted economies, and why countries will have to print TRILLIONS of dollars to keep the economies going * What will be the plan to deal with all this excess currency, is it inflation? Will governments be able to bail out or rescue every business affected? What is the silver lining in this crisis - innovation, and what it means! How jobs will change, move or be made redundant * How the workforce may change due to COVID changes, and how will the culture change - ‘water cooler’, traffic, etc. How local manufacturing, vs foreign may dominate the future How we’re repositioning our business to prepare for the future Why some investors are worried about being over leveraged Why good landlords are having more success, both now and during non-pandemic times How landlords can innovate to accept alternate forms of payment if needed House price predictions for the future And MORE! Bio Sarah Larbi had the drive and focus to embark, build and grow a seven-figure, 10 property investment portfolio by her early 30’s, all whilst full-time employed. Known as the BRRRR Expert, her results-oriented approach has been featured in numerous Canadian media, on the stage at events like Canadian Real Estate Wealth Investor Forum and as a guest on many North American finance-focused podcasts. Sarah hosts her own podcast “Where Should I Invest?”, which reached the Top 50 of All Time for Canadian Investing on Apple podcasts and is also co-founder of The REITE Club and co-hosts their own successful podcast. Website : https://sarahlarbi.com/podcast-home/ Interested in learning more about Real Estate Investing? Visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Wed, April 15, 2020
Episode 60 - Hard Times Create Strong Men with Stefan Aarnio
In this episode, Gary speaks with Stefan Aarnio, a real estate investor with many years of experience. Stefan has flipped thousands of properties, but also has experience with currency investing, and is a historical and current currency expert. What you'll learn History lesson, what the past can teach investors about future economic patterns The history of money - what former currencies still exist, and do they have relative value Should people be looking at gold and silver as an alternative or continue to focus on Real Estate? Should people take the mortgage deferral? What should people be doing during these times? How do they protect themselves? How long is this recovery going to take? Are we going into a recession or a depression? Canada and the US are firing up the printing presses - can they print us out of this? Hard times create strong men - what cycle are we in - talk more on your book and what people can expect What’s the future look like What can people expect where that will tie in your newest book And MORE! Bio Stefan Aarnio is an Award-Winning real estate Investor, Entrepreneur, Author and winner of the 2014 Rich Dad International Hall of Fame award. Starting with only $1200 , Stefan has built a Multi-Million Dollar portfolio for himself and his partners and has been recognized on The Self-Made List. Stefan runs a Podcast called “Respect The Grind” which is a series of interviews with elite people in various industries. The interviews are all about how it takes 10 years and 10 000 hours to achieve mastery in any practice and industry, and you must respect the grind! Website/contact info for guest Website - https://stefanaarnio.com/ The Book - http://strongmenbook.com/ Amazon - https://bit.ly/2V95soa Interested in learning more about Real Estate Investing? Visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Wed, April 08, 2020
Episode 59 - Mortgage discussion during COVID-19 with Daniel Patton
One of the things I’ve learned over the years is to surround yourself with the best in the industry and Daniel Patton is just that! A partner of Smart Home Choice, Daniel has been a mortgage agent for over 18+ years with a personal ranking of 17th across Canada for 2019 with Butler Mortgages (who recently ranked #1)... now that’s impressive! On this Podcast we discuss the current market conditions, the major changes the Bank of Canada has introduced and is now the right time to refinance? and so much more. Learn from the best to be the best! What you'll learn Why variable rate mortgages are lower than fixed right now What happened on Friday March 13th! Why prime rate dropped 1% in one week Why prime - X% discounts are being removed for most new mortgages Why Prime +40 might cheaper than Prime -40! Why fixed rate mortgages are more expensive right now due to risk Why the Bank of Canada rate is dropping yet some mortgages are going UP due to the bond market Rates are only one factor in a mortgage - features, options and more are important too As debt grows governments will have to prop up the system to avoid a collapse Why B lenders are financing 75% not 80% at the moment Why A & B lenders have different qualification rules regarding income Why brokers can ‘get creative’ with income How is Genworth, a mortgage insurance company handling layoffs How temporary and potentially permanent layoffs are affecting approvals Why you do your homework and prepare questions before contacting a mortgage agent Why you shouldn’t Google interest rates, as they are many factors that influence rates Why investors sacrifice rate for options by choosing a lender Is now a good time to refinance your mortgage? It depends on mortgage type, renewal date & penalty Will Lines of Credit be more restricted? Should you take advantage of the mortgage deferral? How is the deferral structured and will it affect your credit? Documentation is key to assist your broker or lender - bank balances, investment statements, RRSPs, etc Why you should provide your lender with an overall plan to assist with lending And MORE! Bio Daniel Patton has worked in the mortgage business for over 18 years and has established himself as one of the top mortgage agents in Canada. Along with his business partner Dave Butler of Butler Mortgages, Daniel ha
Wed, March 25, 2020
Episode 58 - How the Right Property Manager Can Save You Thousands with Natasha Cultraro
In this episode, Gary speaks with Natasha Cultraro, a real estate investor and property manager with over 10 years of experience. She has experience with duplex conversion, single family buy and hold, and rent to own strategies. She shares her personal journey from transitioning from a full time 9-5 job to full time entrepreneurship, while starting two businesses! What you'll learn in this episode: * Mistakes investors make when selecting a pm company, and it’s not price for value! * How a property manager can help set rent amount upstairs vs downstairs * How long typically a property stays vacant * how often ICPM update investors on cash flow * how a bbq gifted to Natasha changed her future * Why Natasha Insisted she get a duplex for her first investment property, and why the rent from the basement calmed her fears * Why taking equity from your first property will allow you to renovate it as well as purchase properties * How she transitioned from a 9-5 to full time investor and property manager * How her connections enables her to get a fast start in property management * Why parking spots play into the rent amount and number of apartments * What ICPM charges their clients to service the properties * How Natasha avoids burnout as an entrepreneur * Should investors manager their own properties or hire a property manager * And MORE! Bio Natasha Cultraro is a real estate investor and property manager with over 10 years of experience. She has experience with duplex conversion, single family buy and hold, and rent to own strategies. She funds her purchases through creative financing techniques and executes flexible joint venture partnerships. Natasha is the owner of Investor's Choice Property Management, Inc, a residential property management company serving Durham and Clarington regions. Most recently, Natasha has launched "The Intuitive Entrepreneur", a company that teaches business-minded individuals how to strengthen and sharpen their intuition in order to make better deals and become more powerful negotiators. Website/contact info ICPM Website - www.ICPMpros.com Phone - 888-641-8889 x3 Facebook - (ICPM) https://www.facebook.com/natasha.cultraro.3 Intuitive Entrepreneur - https://www.facebook.com/theintuitiveentrepreneur/ Instagram - @the_intuitive_entrepreneur LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-cultraro Interested in learning more about Real Estate Investing? Visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Wed, March 11, 2020
Episode 57 - Investing in the US as a Canadian with Marco Santarelli
Norada Real Estate Investments helps take the guesswork out of real estate investing. By researching top real estate growth markets and providing fully renovated turnkey investment properties, we help you succeed by minimizing risk and maximizing returns. A turnkey real estate investment means investing in a rental property that will give you continuous profit with little hassle. Bio Marco Santarelli is an investor, author, Inc. 5000 entrepreneur, and the founder of Norada Real Estate Investments – a nationwide provider of turnkey cash-flow investment property. His mission is to help 1 million people create wealth and passive income and put them on the path to financial freedom with real estate. He’s also the host of the top-rated podcast – Passive Real Estate Investing. Find Mario here ==> https://www.passiverealestateinvesting.com/ https://www.noradarealestate.com/ What you will learn in this episode: When Marco started at 18 bought first his property, a townhome, needed some work so fixed it, managed it, leased it himself! He had started a few different businesses with a friend; He made a few mistakes with that first property but did well as his first rental; Learn the BIGGEST MISTAKE a real estate investor or potential investor could make with investment properties; Marco was 8 years old when he knew he wanted to be wealthy and create wealth, and what he did after that to achieve his goal, learning about finance, real estate, wealth generation; What your outcome COULD be if you don’t continue learning as you invest; Maybe people WISH for their lives to improve by investing or building a business, but very few take actions by setting goals; Marco feels it’s easier than most people think to kick the fear to the curb and TAKE ACTION to invest or build a business and that it’s a HUGE mistake to not get started; How he translated his investment strategies to the California real estate market; How he transitioned his investing strategies from a frenetic ‘buy anything’ focus to a hyper focus on single family homes; How he weathered the financial collapse in the US, and what strategies he used; What factors you should consider when you buy to mitigate 90% OF THE RISKS when investing in real estate; The differences between mortgages in Canada vs. The United States; Marco’s recommendations for resources and books to help investors LEARN and grow; AND MORE!
Wed, March 04, 2020
From the Archives - The Smart Approach To Wholesaling with Allison Corey
FROM THE ARCHIVES – PREVIOUSLY RECORDED 2017 There are more and more people interested in wholesaling BUT… does it really work? Is it possible to get started with very little money or none at all? On this call you will learn from one of the best in the industry, Allison Corey and how she took wholesaling to the next level. What you will learn on this call: • Can you get into Wholesaling without having much cash? • The best way to find investors and having the conversation • Can you effectively wholesale without using bandit signs? • Who do you need on your power team to get started? • What contracts to use and how do you assign the agreement? • How do you know if you have a great deal in front of you? • What is the single most important thing when wholesaling? • Who do you need on your power team to be successful? Bio Born and raised in Canada, I lived primarily in Southern Ontario. I have 2 daughters currently in college, and I worked part time in the beauty industry and 30 years in the hairstyling industry. My gift has been to manage and organize businesses. In 2006 I purchased a floundering hair salon and created systems to make it profitable, reselling it after 8yrs. That same year I also purchased a golf photography business and in turn helped head office restructure their website, technology and streamline their products and services offered. I got Involved with real estate in 2013. Primarily I have been purchasing multi units and lease options for wholesale, now moving into fix and flips. I participate in speaking engagements for real estate investment companies and write blogs for 2 different companies for online subscriptions. Contact Allison Corey Email: casainvesting@gmail.com
Wed, February 26, 2020
Episode 56 - Identifying "Suite-Able" Properties, converting single family multi units with Ronald De Coteau
Ronald De Coteau, the owner of Property Pathways Inc. joins Gary Hibbert in the studio, along with co-host Quinton Cordick for an UNSCRIPTED podcast about real estate investing. What you’ll learn on this Podcast: How Ronald got his start attending real estate clubs learning about buy & hold, fix & flip, and BRRR He bought his first home and rented part of it out, which is a great way to get started, as it likely won’t be your forever home Leveraging the equity in that first property allowed Ronald and his wife to purchase multiple investment properties Ronald uses several methods to invest – pre-construction; BRRRR – Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, Repeat How Property Pathways can assist BEFORE purchasing a property to ensure it is “Suite-Able”, and finding out after that the property can’t be converted How Property Pathways assists investors by providing assistance and advice to navigate the municipal bylaws and building code requirements How to build a successful portfolio as a real estate investor How Property Pathways helps investors buy a single family home and “BRRRR” it – adding a second unit to single family homes How Property Pathways assists with a renovation strategy, building permits, and the entire process How parking is becoming an important consideration for investment properties What are some of the BIGGEST mistakes an investor can make, and HOW to avoid these And MORE! Bio Ronald is the founder and president of Property Pathways and delivers on his promise to pioneer an enriched design and construction experience for real estate investors. He started investing in real estate in 2016 and was surprisingly challenged to find a design or contractor that could explain the legal process of a secondary suite renovation. He set out to become the subject matter expert and the valuable resource to real estate investors throughout Ontario. By leveraging his education and experience gained in the commercial construction sector, he created a hybrid service specific to real estate investors who focus on the creation of long term wealth by buying and holding or BRRR real estate. He works with real estate investors and their real estate agents to identify Suite-Able properties and has the battle scars and relationship in municipalities throughout Ontario to prove it. Navigating the bylaw and building code requirements for a legal secondary suite bridges the gap and creates a Pathway between the problems associating with converting property and the profit that awaits the investors. Our service is predicated on the belief that the building permitting process for real estate investors should be uniquely tailored and we achieve this through our four-phase design process that produces the detailed and easy to interpret permit drawings for a worry
Thu, February 13, 2020
Episode 55 - Why We're The BEST Brokerage With Bob and Rhonda Best
Our new podcast studio is opened for business and what better way to usher in 2020 then to have the founders of Our Neighbourhood Realty, Bob and Rhonda Best to open the show. With over 30+ years of experience Bob and Rhonda have built a unique and fast-growing Brokerage that offers weekly training for Realtors to help them grow. Training them on scripting, investing in Real Estate, the importance of mindset and so much more. This dynamic duo has lofty dreams to take their Brokerage nationwide and change the face of Real Estate. Sit back, relax and enjoy today’s show. What you’ll learn on this Podcast; How Bob and Rhonda met and why they decided to start their own Brokerage? Why being a Realtor is a lifestyle and not a career or job? How to build a successful Real Estate business as a Realtor How important is mindset when becoming a Realtor? How Bob and Rhonda came up with the name for their Brokerage What to look for before selecting a Brokerage When you set your goals, how BIG should you make it? The commission fees they offer and why it’s different from most Brokerages What Our Neighbourhood has to offer compared to other Brokerages The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people Bio With over 30+ years of combined real estate experience in the Greater Toronto Area, Bob and Rhonda have been the leaders of a successful real estate team and have held positions of leadership roles in various brokerages. It only made sense for them to take the next step and create something they were passionate about which allowed them to empower others on a larger platform with Our Neighbourhood Realty. Bob and Rhonda are devoted to their family and their community and have served on many community boards and sponsored many teams over the years. They not only live in “Our Neighbourhood”, but they serve “Our Neighbourhood.” Their attitude is to always come from abundance and gratitude. This Journey of Blue is an exciting road ahead for them as they partner with lifelong friends, Luiz & Paula, and change the face of real estate. Website: Our Neighbourhood Realty Inc - https://www.onri.ca/ Instagram: ourneighbourhoodrealtyinc Phone: 905-723-5353 ICPM – Investors Choice Property Management - <a href= "http://www.icpmpros.com/" target="_bl
Sat, January 25, 2020
From The Archives - How to Overcome Your Fears With Tim Collins
FROM THE ARCHIVES – PREVIOUSLY RECORDED IN 2016 On this call I had the privilege to interview Tim JP Collins and discuss something very close to his heart. Helping people overcome their ANXIETIES. We had an open discussion about anxiety and believe it or not, anxiety is a normal, common reaction that many people experience. What you’ll learn from this call; - What is anxiety? - Why do so many people experience this? - What causes anxiety and what you should never do? - Is there a difference between anxiety fear and stress? - What steps can you take to overcome anxiety? - Why it’s important to face your anxiety? - Should you take medication to get rid of anxiety? - Does social media tie into anxiety? - Does exercising and diet contribute to your anxiety? - Can you ever fully get rid of anxiety and do you want to? Tim JP Collins Bio: Tim JP Collins is The Breakthrough Anxiety Coach and supports people suffering with Anxiety, stress and panic attacks. Tim's approach isn't just about coping, it's about moving past Anxiety and fear to live the life you were destined for. Tim worked in the corporate world as a Vice President of Sales for 15 years, so is well versed in the business space. He ultimately decided that wasn’t for him and was drawn towards supporting others, to live anxiety and stress free while going big in their lives. Tim has also spent time in Entrepreneurial and Real Estate fields, starting a business with his wife in 2007, in their spare time, which went on to be brand name in the infant market and was acquired in 2015. Tim is the creator & host of "The Anxiety Podcast" Each week Tim interviews people that have stories that you will be able to relate to. The interviews are raw, real and vulnerable and people share what's really going on for them. Tim believes that the more out of alignment we are in our lives, the more Anxiety & Stress will show up. He really looks at the bigger picture when working with clients. Tim JP Collins - The Breakthrough Anxiety Coach Host of The Anxiety Podcast ~ Less Anxiety. More Life! Web: http://www.timjpcollins.com Email: tim@timjpcollins.com Podcast: http://www.theanxietypodcast.com Facebook: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?redir_token=_SPMuHn0QEp9pjFLHzGO1gy_p_B8MTU4MDA1NzI0MEAxNTc5OTcwODQ
Wed, January 15, 2020
Episode 54 - How to Build a Real Estate Empire With Brady and Kristy McDonald
This month I had the chance to sit down with Brady and Kristy McDonald. They started investing back in 2015 and in that short period of time they've been able to accumulate close to 100 homes! They built their own mini empire with the help of an awesome team of 15 people. The cool thing with this dynamic duo is throughout 2018 and 2019 they were able to operate their business from the Bahamas and the Florida Keys for 6 months. On this call you’ll learn their favourite strategies, if you should put yourself into debt, the best way to remove fear and the age-old question, should you work with family members or not. Sit back, relax and enjoy today’s show. What you’ll learn on this call; What motivated Brady and Kristy to look into Real Estate investing? Why joining a Real Estate investing club can alter your life and mindset? The BRRRR strategy and how it allows you to scale quickly The evolution to Joint Ventures and using other people’s money? The systems and process required to scale your Joint Venture partnerships The best way to remove fear for beginning investors and your JV partner? Should you work with family members when investing in Real Estate? The biggest mistake Brady and Kristy made and what you should do now? Should you put yourself in debt to buy an investment property and how? Their thoughts on mindset and should you write your goals down? Bio Brady and Kristy McDonald started investing in real estate in 2015 when they realized the wealth and freedom it could create for their family. Since, they have both retired from their day jobs, purchased close to 100 properties, built an awesome team of 15, operate a Joint Venture Real Estate company, a property management company and a renovation company. Although still very busy while away, they were able to operate their businesses from the Bahamas and Florida Keys for 6 months throughout 2018 and 2019. Website: https://www.bkrealestateinvesting.com/ Facebook: Brady.mcdonald.73 Instagram: BK.Brady
Thu, December 12, 2019
From The Archives - The Path to Profitability and Full Time Investing with Chris Shebib
FROM THE ARCHIVES – PREVIOUSLY RECORDED 2016 Bio: Chris Shebib is a full-time real estate investor from the Durham region. Having held past careers as a licensed carpenter, contractor and technology executive, Chris has been investing for over 20 years in both Canada and the United States. Today Chris focuses mainly on longer term projects with joint venture partners, in and around the Durham region. Chris was also the winner of the National 2016 Top Investor Award. What you will learn on this call; - How Real Estate can buy financial freedom and freedom of time - The market is always changing and how to be prepared for it - What to expect when the market corrects and what to do - Why speculating the market can get you into a bad situation - Should you invest in the outskirts of Toronto and where? - What are the 4 metrics you need to know when investing? - Is diversification a good strategy to implement when investing? - Can you make double digit ROI or is that too good to be true? - What motivational principals are critical for investors to succeed? Website: http://FiveProperties.com Website: https://venturepropertyinvestments.com/about/ Email: chris@fiveproperties.com Phone: 647-241-1477 Ready to start investing in Real Estate? Visit us today at http://smarthomechoice.ca and download your free Real Estate investing book Now!
Wed, November 27, 2019
Episode 53 - Shared Housing For Senior Women With Debbie Gilbert
This was an important podcast to me. My hat goes off to Debbie Gilbert for taking on this type of investing but more importantly truly trying to help seniors in her community one property at a time. Debbie is the owner of Rosehill Heights, shared housing for senior women. One of the things that really hit me was that there are so many seniors living alone. This can create social isolation for them, which leads to physical and mental health issues. In fact, some studies have shown that social isolation can have a more negative effect on longevity than smoking 15 cigarettes a day! What Debbie is doing is incredibly important to her community and I truly respect the work she’s doing to help. Have a listen, she's looking for investors to help her important cause. What you’ll learn on this call; How using your car as a moving library can change your life. Why getting your hands dirty in the beginning can be a game changer? What is shared housing for senior living and is it a good investment opportunity? Why this type of investing strategy can save hundreds, maybe thousands of lives. Do you need a transition team and the important role they play? Is this a difficult investing strategy to implement and how do you get started? In 2030 25% of our population in Canada will be over the age of 65. What type of zoning is required for this type of investing? What is the golden Girls Bill and its importance to this type of investing strategy? Why shared housing is going to be a growing trend moving forward. Bio: Debbie Gilbert was born and raised in Barrie. Her career has been varied including running her own business, owning and operating a franchise, Executive Director of a local charity and working senior administrative positions in education and family mental health. She believes all her work and life experience have developed skills that have brought her to her current career as a Real Estate Entrepreneur. In 2015 she was downsized and outsources out of her J-O-B, and decided to get some formal education in real estate investing. She wasted no time in starting to build wealth through real estate. She remains a full-time investor who self-manages the properties in her portfolio which consists of several duplexes and student rentals in Barrie and Orillia. Debbie has done some coaching, some speaking, some writing and is a familiar face at many of the real estate investment groups in this area. A difficult personal experience with an older person in 2017 inspired her new project, Rosehill Heights, shared housing for senior women. She tells the whole story on a video on her website. Website: www.rosehillheights.com Phone: 1-833-456-7673
Wed, November 20, 2019
FROM THE ARCHIVES - Real Estate Investing, It's Not For You with Todor Yordanov
FROM THE ARCHIVES – PREVIOUSLY RECORDED 2016 What you will learn on this Podcast; What is the BIGGEST obstacle you will face in Real Estate investing and what to do about it? Why joining a Real Estate investing club can grow your business exponentially? Should you chase appreciation and how do you do it? Todor shares his investing strategy and why you should consider doing the same Should you consider investing in an appreciating area and is negative cash-flow ok? Should you use the equity in your home to buy an investment property? Understanding fears and the best way to overcome them. Why action is the most important step when investing in Real Estate? Why it’s important to treat your tenants like GOLD. Plus much, much more! BIO Todor Yordanov is a Real Estate Investor and active Real Estate Agent. His tagline is “Rediscover Dreams and Possibilities”. Todor believes in holistic achievement of dreams that will benefit and influence those around him. He promotes education, support and most of all action that creates positive results. Todor invests, develops, coaches, educates and gives back to the community. He is also involved in real estate development of creative spaces, mixed use projects for lower income or subsidized income rental units and condos. For more information on Todor Yordanov please visit www.humbercondos.ca www.yordanovteam.com Ready to start investing in Real Estate? Visit us today at http://smarthomechoice.ca and download your free Real Estate investing book Now!
Thu, October 31, 2019
Episode 52 - The Requirements to be Successful in Real Estate Investing With Dave Dubeau
Dave Dubeau This month I had the chance to interview one of my early mentors, Dave Dubeau. I first stumbled across Dave’s website around 2010 when I was just getting Smart Home Choice started. The knowledge, tips and strategies I learned from him in the start of my investing career allowed me to make leaps and bounds in Real Estate investing. I sincerely believe that if you take a few minutes out of your day, Dave will make an impact on your life as well. What you’ll learn on this call; How Dave did 18 deals in 18 months using a simple marketing technique How to use multiple different strategies to create a win/win scenario The strategy that Dave prefers today compared to his earlier methods The biggest mistake Dave see’s most investors make in the beginning The one thing that most real estate investors focus on to be successful What’s the shiny stone syndrome and how to avoid it? The most important thing you should never do when looking for a Joint Venture partner What type of Joint Venture partner should you always stay away from? How you can still succeed in real estate investing even if you’re not good at sales What is the biggest fear most investors have to overcome? Bio Dave Dubeau is a Real Estate Entrepreneur, Best-Selling Author, Speaker and Investor Attraction Expert based in Kamloops, B.C. Canada. He began his real estate investing career in 2003 doing 18 deals in 18 months. He later switched his focus to client-first rent to own deals, and nowadays he invests in multi-family (apartment building) properties. For the last several years Dave has been the World’s #1 Investor Attraction “ Imple-Mentor ”. Using his proprietary 5 Step Money Partner Formula™ , Dave helps his real estate entrepreneur clients to grow their portfolios significantly and in record time by attracting investors (instead of chasing after them). website: www.DaveDubeau.com website: www.InvestorAttractionBook.com - Get a complimentary copy of his new book
Thu, October 17, 2019
From The Archives - Thinking Outside The Box With Ryan Carr
FROM THE ARCHIVES - PREVIOUSLY RECORDED 2016 In this Podcast, I had the opportunity to talk with Ryan Carr, who capitalized on a unique strategy. He had the vision to turn single family homes in to 2 unit properties that many investors ran from. If you think you can’t make deals work in your area anymore, tune into this month’s Podcast to find out this game changing strategy. What you’ll learn from this Podcast; How can you get started in Real Estate investing The skills required before you get started Can you can purchase 7 properties in 1 year? What’s a vertical split and how can you use it to your advantage? Why semi-detached homes should be considered for a 2 unit conversion Should you get out of bed for a return less than 30%? How to determine if a home can be turned into a vertical split How to retire early by using Real Estate investing as your vehicle Why knowing your “WHY” is important and to creating the lifestyle you desire How do you attract Joint Venture partners to grow your portfolio BIO Ryan Carr is a full time real estate investor from the Durham Region who specializes in maximising residential rent potential using his "vertical split" renovation technique. His company, R.W. Carr Investments, has created a sustainable portfolio through the use of joint venture funding, and has also recently branched out into mentorship programs for newcomers to the industry. You can learn more about Ryan at http://rwcarrinvestment.com Contact Ryan at info@rwcarrinvestment.com Ready to start investing in Real Estate? Visit us today at http://smarthomechoice.ca and download your free Real Estate investing book Now! Email us today at investor@smarthomechoice.ca to book a free 1 on 1 call.
Mon, October 07, 2019
Episode 51 - You Can Change Your Life With Les Brown
Les Brown On today’s show I had the chance to talk with one of my mentors that has had a huge impact on my life, Les Brown. From listening to him in my car, at the gym and when I’m relaxing, to now be in a position to be able to interview him was a huge accomplishment for me up to this point in my life. There are so many great take-aways from this show, Les Brown has truly mastered the craft of communication and shares his incredible story and how to design your life. “Do what is easy your life will be hard. Do what is hard your life will be easy” – Les Brown. Bio Motivational speaker Les Brown was born Leslie Calvin Brown on February 17, 1945, in Miami, Florida. After giving birth to Brown and his twin brother, Wes, on the floor of an abandoned building, Brown’s biological mother gave her sons up for adoption when they were six weeks old to Mrs. Mamie Brown. When he was in fifth grade, Brown was forced back a grade by the school’s principal after being disruptive in class. Brown’s demotion subsequently led him to being placed in special education classes and labeled as mentally retarded. As an adolescent, Brown attended Booker T. Washington High School where he was influenced by a speech and drama instructor who encouraged him to pursue a career in radio broadcasting. After graduating from high school and briefly working for the Department of Sanitation, Brown worked as an errand boy for a Miami Beach radio station. At the station, Brown observed the disc jockeys with hopes of one day becoming an on-air personality. His break came when one of the disc jockeys became inebriated. Brown stood in for him and then was hired as a disc jockey. In the late 1960s, Brown moved to Columbus, Ohio, to work for WVKO Radio, where he became active in the community. Brown’s political activism in Columbus won him a seat with the 29th House District of the Ohio State Legislature. In his first year, Brown passed more legislature than any other freshman representative in Ohio State legislative history. In his third term, Brown served as chair of the Human Resources Committee. In 1981, Brown left the Ohio State House of Representatives to care for his ailing mother back in Florida. While in Miami, he continued to focus on social issues by developing a youth center training program. In 1986, Brown entered the public speaking arena on a full-time basis and formed Les Brown Enterprises, Inc. In 1989, Brown received the National Speakers Association’s highest award, the Council of Peers Award of Excellence (CPAE). In 1990, Brown recorded the Emmy Award-winning series of speeches entitled You Deserve , which became the lead fundraising program of its kind for pledges to PBS stations nationwide. In 1991, Toastmasters International selected Brown as one of the world’s best speakers and awarded him the Golden Gavel Award. Brown ranks amongst the nation’s leading authorities in understanding
Thu, September 19, 2019
Episode 50 - BRRR Your Way to Wealth With Sarah Larbi
Sarah Larbi This month I had the chance to sit down with the one and only Sarah Larbi, one of the founders of the REITE Club. Sarah is an active real estate investor, the host of 2 different podcasts, mentor, coach and so much more. If you want to learn from someone making BIG waves in the world of Real Estate investing, you have to listen to this episode. Great sound advice offering unique strategies and tips. BIO Sarah Larbi specializes in helping take the mystery out of home ownership for Canadian’s who thought real estate investing was going to be out of reach. She has earned their trust and respect by having the drive and focus to embark, build and grow a seven-figure, 9 property investment portfolio by her early 30’s. Sarah’s goal is to inspire and train other fellow Canadian’s to realize their own property owning dreams by sharing her 7-step investing process through her online training programs. This has helped her students go from first property, whilst fully employed, to planning retirement in around 10-15 years. Her results-oriented approach has been featured in The Toronto Star, 1010 News Talk Radio, and Canadian Real Estate Wealth Magazine as well as numerous online media. She is an invited speaker at the Canadian Real Estate Wealth Investor Forum and is often a guest on numerous North American finance focused podcasts. Her boundless drive, energy and continued focus on knowledge building and personal development see’s Sarah as host of her own podcast “Where Should I Invest?” , that has reached a Top 25 ranking on Apple podcasts. In the podcast Sarah interviews fellow real estate investors about their strategies and geographical focus, providing valuable insights to her audience with actionable tactics for their own real estate goals. Sarah has spoken on investing at several professional networking groups and as co-founder, she also hosts regular investor learning sessions, for experienced and newer investors, through the successful REITE Club . When not attending various real estate and investor conferences and events or looking for her next investment property, Sarah can be found enjoying her time outdoors with friends and family, trying out new restaurants and brunch spots, or hanging out at a local Starbucks. What you’ll learn on this call; How long should you stay at your job before quitting and investing full-time? How finding her tenants first lowered the amount of vacancy she had in the beginning? What’s the BRRR strategy and how can it speed up the growth of your portfolio? The importance on focusing on one market vs multiple areas. How do you continue to keep financing your properties without using your cash? What is dead mone
Thu, September 12, 2019
Episode 49 - Creating Deep Pockets With Private Funds With Neil D'Souza
On today’s show I had the chance to sit down with a good friend of mine, Neil D’Souza. Neil is a mortgage agent who specializes in private mortgages and is very knowledgeable when it comes to this type of investing strategy. I’ve recently started investing in these types of deals and I can honestly say, I love them. This is the closest I’ve seen to being a passive type of investment. There isn’t a right or wrong strategy, however there are strategies that suit your lifestyle and for me, this one fits my lifestyle for where I am in my career. We discussed a lot of important topics on this call. If you’re new to the world of private mortgages, Neil goes through the most important aspects of private mortgages and will leave you with a good understanding of how this all works. Enjoy. Neil D'Souza's BIO Neil is a Licensed Mortgage Agent who specializes in Private Mortgage Investments. A busy family man, and former Government employee Neil has been in the investing world for over a decade starting with income properties and now showing small and large investors alike how to be the bank and earn secure, contracted returns through private lending in up, down or sideways real estate markets. Starting his own business Ontario Private Mortgages to advise and assist investors, and to help borrowers secure needed real estate funding. What you’ll you learn on this call: What’s a private mortgage and how does it differ from the traditional investments? Where Neil acquired the skillset to properly be able assess the risk of private mortgages Why do families/investors look towards private funds instead of traditional financing? How risky our private mortgages and how can you minimize your exposure? What type of funds can you use for this type of investing? RRSP’s, TFSA’s Pension etc. The BIGGEST mistake that investors make when investing in Private mortgages. How high of an LTV (loan to value) should you consider going up? What is cross collateral and how can it provide additional safety to your deal? Where can you put your funds to get started in these types of investments? How to determine what investing strategy to use at each stage of your life. Website: www.deep-pockets.ca email: ontarioprivatemortgages@gmail.com Instagram: neilmortgages Phone: 647-526-2900
Thu, August 29, 2019
From The Archives - Anybody Can Do This With Monika and Vaughan
FROM THE ARCHIVES - PREVIOUSLY RECORDED 2016 What you will learn on this Podcast • Why traditional investments don’t work on their own • The importance of picking up a Real Estate Investing Book • How many different investment strategies should you focus on • Should you refinance your investment properties • What’s more important, quality or quantity • How can you get infinite returns investing in Real Estate • What’s better, appreciation or cash-flow • Can I do this without being a Landlord • Should you do Joint Venture partnerships or on your own • How to make sure you don’t get caught in a BUBBLE Bio Monika and Vaughan Jazyk , chose Real Estate as an investment vehicle to build passive income and long term wealth for their growing family. After a tumultuous two years of actively investing in a wide range of Real estate Investment strategies , Monika and Vaughan identified specific Real Estate models they used to create a successful real estate portfolio and a lifestyle of freedom for themselves and their four young children. They are the owners of Real Property Investments, a Real Estate Investment Corporation that helps Real People build Real wealth through Real Estate! As Real Estate Investment specialists and wealth builders, they share these successful models ( and their experiences) with others investors, minimizing the investor’s risk and maximizing their returns! Contact Monika & Vaughan Jazyk Website – www.rpinvestments.ca Meetup – www.meetup.com/GTA-Real-Estate-JV-Investors-Networking-Group/
Wed, July 31, 2019
Episode 48 - Inside The Mind of A Millionaire Real Estate Investor With Kory MacKinnon
Kory Mackinnon - On today’s show I had the chance to have an intriguing conversation with the one and only Kory MacKinnon! In a short period of time he’s been able to acquire over 60 doors with a mix of long term and short term rentals. What has helped him get through all these life experiences? An unwavering mindset along with the habits and outlook to make it all come together by design. We also dove deep into the steps on how to leave your full-time job and the mindset required to endure such a journey. Find out what Kory and his investing students implement on a daily and weekly basis to succeed in life and in real estate! Kory MacKinnon Bio A former Corporate Trainer, and National Level athlete from small town Sarnia, Ontario, Kory was able to able to use decades of Business and Competition work-ethic, habits and mindset to escape the Rat Race in his 30's with…Real Estate. What started off as a profitable side hustle has now turned into a Money Making Machine and a $10M+ Real Estate Portfolio. With investing experience across multiple markets, Kory has wholesaled, joint ventured, flipped for profit, re-purposed buildings, bought raw land, implemented creative financing and used the BRRRR method on route to owning dozens of income-producing properties, over 60 doors with a mix of long term and short term rentals. A devote husband and father of 3, soon to be 4, there are no excuses around finding the time to invest – you make the time! With over 25 years in the training and education arena, Kory also runs a niche real estate coaching business assisting other investors to grow their real estate holdings so they too can retire early! It's been an interesting past couple of years for Kory as an investor: He has been fortunate enough to: -Have built a profitable Property Management Business in South Western Ontario -Bought properties that aren't just a 10 cap, but 15 and 20 cap properties in great areas of town. -Turned a triplex fire into a turnaround project with a $350K upside -Closed on a 12,000 ft church for $12/sq. ft., that will become 30+ units -Picked up a multifamily building for $5000 (in Canada not Detroit :)) -Bought a 10 acre parcel of land in a prime area for development for $26k / acre -Has done ZERO money down real estate, Large Credits on Closing, Vendor Take Back Mortgages, and to boot has represented Canada Internationally as an athlete going as far as the Olympic Trials for Weightlifting. What has helped him get through all these life experiences? An unwavering mindset along with the habits and outlook to make it all come together by design. Find out what Kory and his investing students implement on a daily and weekly basis to succeed in life and in real estate! Kory MacKinnon Author of the Book "Insi
Wed, July 17, 2019
Creating Wealth with Real Estate and Mindset Gary Hibbert and Dave Dubeau
Summary Have you ever felt that somebody is in control of your financial freedom or future? Or have you ever had that light bulb moment in your life where you said… “Never again!”? Well, you are not alone, and Gary Hibbert has been through the same difficult times. Gary Hibbert is a fulltime Real Estate investor, licensed (and award winning) Real Estate agent, and educator. In 2008 he purchased his first investment property, and through hard work and dedication left the regimen of the corporate world to become a full-time real estate entrepreneur in 2014. In this episode, learn Gary’s story, the things he lacked in the beginning, how he overcame numerous mistakes, and how having the right mindset and learning from other people on the same journey has helped him win and create some serious success in real estate investing. Topics Covered: 01:12 – Gary tells how his real estate investing journey started 05:21 – What he primarily does as a real estate investor 07:39 – Admitting that he lacked one thing at the beginning 08:06 – What he regards as the biggest mistake most real investors make 07:33 – The most significant mistakes other real estate investors are making 09:53 – Sharing an insightful excerpt from the book Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki 10:12 – Gary talks about his unfair advantage 12:07 – His best advice for people to get over their fear and go forward despite possible failures 15:12 – What he regards as the most significant problem he solved for people he worked with 16:54 – How to connect with Gary and find out more about real estate investing 17:31 – Wrapping up the episode with a piece of actionable advice from Gary – “Attend meetings. Listen to experts in the industry, or in your local market. Talk to other real estate investors in your area and do that for about 2-3 months, pick a strategy, then implement it.” Key Takeaways: “I would say that my unfair advantage would be I love to jumping in and taking action. And I would say that I’m also very comfortable with making mistakes. And I think people that make mistakes, they think that it’s a problem or they’re there. They’re done in the right path, and then they give up. But the key is when you make those mistakes as obviously to learn from it, and then they continue to keep moving forward.” – Gary Hibbert “I think the best thing is the mindset. It doesn’t have anything to do with money. It has to do with mindset. There are so many different ways to do it, but it’s about writing down your goals, and once you do it, you move forward with that. So, mindset is such a huge thing, and learning from other people that have gone through that journey.” – Ga
Wed, July 10, 2019
From the Archives - Joint Venture Partnership Made Easy With Joey Ragona
PREVIOUSLY RECORDED - 2015 What you will learn on this interview • The single most important thing you need to be a successful Real Estate investor • Why building a strong team can take your investing career to the next level • The danger of information overload and how to avoid this trap many investors fall into • To find JV partners, there is one single thing that every investor needs to do • When A JV partner says… “I’ll think about it” and how to overcome this response • How to protect yourself in a Joint Venture Partnership • Why people fail when putting together there JV partnership and how to correct your pitch • Why sticky notes can completely change your life and why you should buy some right now Bio Joey Ragona is the CEO of JDR Investments, a professional real estate investment company, founder of Engaged Investor.com and the creator Real Estate Joint Venture Presentation Formula. A full-time investor since 2007 and joint venture specialist and he is an in-demand high pe
Thu, June 20, 2019
Episode 47 - Unveiling the Truth to Optimal Health With Nadia Clarke Cordick
On today’s episode I had the opportunity to learn from Nadia Clark Cordick how to achieve optimal health and the dangers that lurk around the corner if you're not careful. After a lengthy career as an elementary school teacher, like so many other entrepreneurs she felt unfulfilled and decided to quit her career as a teacher and start her boutique Fitness class in 2014. We discussed some HOT button topics including, gluten free diets, the issues surrounding detoxing, intermittent fasting, the Keto diet, the microbiome in your body, how many glasses of water should you really be consuming and so much more. What you’ll learn on this call; What is a Keto diet and is it healthy for you? Should you eat close to earth and what does it mean? Are there benefits to intermittent fasting and the proper way of doing it? The importance of taking naps and what it can do for your life? Why meditation is essential for everyone especially entrepreneurs? Should you try a water fast before any other fasting techniques? Why off the shelf detox’s for the liver, colon or kidney may not be good for you? How much water should you be drinking on a day to day basis? What is Microbiome and why you should be paying attention to it? What is a Gluten Free diet and should you incorporate into your life? What is the difference between blending or juicing of your food? Should you take cold showers and is there positive benefits to this? Who is Nadia Clarke Cordick Nadia Clarke Cordick is the intense yet exuberant fitness and nutrition expert behind Repetitions Fitness. She started Repetitions after a lengthy career as an elementary school teacher. Feeling unfulfilled in the classroom, she decided to quit her career as a teacher and started Repetitions Fitness in 2014. Nadia has committed herself to helping women be the best and healthiest versions of themselves by teaching them how to integrate holistic, purpose-driven fitness and proper nutritional habits into their daily lives. Her goal is to empower women with strategies to help them reach and sustain their fitness goals. Nadia became involved in the fitness industry in high school as a means to cope with persistent anxiety issues. By working through these obstacles and taking control of her life, Nadia’s knowledge, perseverance and ingenui
Wed, June 05, 2019
From the Archives - Real Estate Riches With Tahani Aburaneh
PREVIOUSLY RECORDED On this Podcast you will learn; The importance of never giving up Why your BIGGEST mistake can be your great gifts How to get into Real Estate investing by being creative Why you must always focus on cash flow The importance of taking action Why profits are better than wages BIO Regardless of what she does, Tahani Aburaneh’s determination stems from the clarity in her driving force, which is to make positive transformations (in people, businesses, and land). As Canada’s leading female expert in real estate investing, Tahani is a Land Developer, International Speaker, Trainer, and proud mother of two grown children. Tahani is the founder of the Elite Real Estate Agent Training SIAC (Savvy Investor Agent Certification). SIAC is the first certification training that’s solely dedicated to Canadian Real Estate Agent who want to tap into the investor niche. At SIAC agents will learn comprehensive investor-niche strategies, tactics, and methodologies, so that they can attract a constant flow of clients, differentiate themselves from other agents, and exponentially increase their income. She is the author of the ‘Savvy Investor Agent Guide’ as well as ‘Real Estate Riches Book’, which is ranked on Amazon’s real estate bestsellers list. In accordance with her drive to contribute, 100% of the proceeds from Real Estate Riches Book are donated to care.org, an organization that fights poverty in third world countries with an emphasis on women. To find out more about Tahani, visit her website below http://www.tahani.ca/ Ready to start investing in Real Estate? To learn more about Gary Hibbert visit HTTP://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Wed, May 15, 2019
Episode 46 - Overcoming Self Doubt With Kathleen Black
If you’re looking to be inspired or how you too can inspire others then this is a show you will want to tune in to. From Real Estate investing, to one of GTA’s #1 real estate agents, to launching her own successful Coaching and Consulting company, Kathleen is no stranger to failure, perseverance and success. You’ll will want to listen to this Podcast a few times to ensure you get all the great ideas Kathleen shares on this truly life changing episode. What you will learn on this Podcast; Does it help to get your Real Estate licence when investing in Real Estate? How a divorced single mom made no excuses and pushed through every barrier to succeed. Can playing the market like Monopoly be the secret formula to success? Why risk is good and the importance of getting out of your comfort zone. What type of debt should you put yourself into and why it’s the most important thing? The best deal is sometimes the deal you don’t do and how to know the difference. The importance to agree on what to do if things don’t work out when you’re happy. How do you know when it’s time to let go of an investment deal or a business? How having a growth mindset and reasons vs results can change your life forever. The best way to bend the world in your favour BIO Kathleen Black is one of Canada’s leading Real Estate Coaches and Trainers, delivering her proven success techniques to Agents and Teams across North America. Beginning her career as a ReMax Real Estate Agent and working her way to being recognized within the top 1% of Realtors in both the Durham Region and on the Toronto Real Estate Board, many would agree that this level of success is the pinnacle achievement amongst their peers; but for Kathleen it was only the beginning. Kathleen quickly realized that her success was attributed to programs that she had developed internally over years of perfecting her craft as an Agent. Recognizing the demand for such programs, Kathleen set out to work on further developing each system and building out a robust platform of educational programs and coaching methods designed to provide Real Estate Agents with the tools and techniques needed to progress forward both personally and professionally. In 2015, Kathleen Black Coaching & Consulting (KBCC) was formed. With the launch of KBCC and building upon her 10+ years of Team and Agent development and guidance, hundreds of teams have attributed their growth and success to Kathleen’s leadership either directly or through one of her coaching programs. Her credibility and understanding of the Real Estate market has guided countless teams to be Top 1% Producers. The success of KBCC centers around integrity, honesty, and results-driven measures, the very things that represent Kathleen. Her “practice what you preach” mantra has served
Thu, April 25, 2019
Episode 45 - Addiction, Meditation and Creating a Healthier Life With Dr. Carlos Yu
On today’s show I had the chance to sit down with Dr. Carlos Yu and what an eye opening interview. One of his many missions are to help his clients get off of modern-day medicine, stop the suffering from addictions and to have them take back control of their lives. What you will learn on this call; What is addiction and what causes it? Is addiction only drug related or can you be an addict in other areas? The cycles of addiction and how to stop it before it begins. How do you know if you’re an addict and the symptoms? Is addiction a disease or a mental health issue that can be reversed? The importance of getting to the root cause of addiction and how to do it. What are flavonoids and how they can help your cravens and overall health. Why 30% of Ontarian's are Diabetic or Pre-Diabetic and how you can stay healthy. What types of food should you have in your daily intake? How to improve the performance of your mind through one simple task. What is B.A.M. and how it can change the way you process information. Is social media a problem and should we continue to use it? Bio: Carlos Yu BMath, MD, CCFP(EM), FCFP Assistant Professor Queen’s University and McMaster University; Lecturer at University of Toronto (Adjunct); Peer Leader, OntarioMD. Dr. Carlos Yu runs self-management education and support groups to prevent and manage chronic physical and mental conditions. He provides experiential learning opportunities for other healthcare providers and medical learners interested in learning how to organize such groups. Due to their innovative patient engagement strategies, the Ajax Harwood Clinic received Merck’s Patient First Award and selected by CFPC as a “Success Story of Patient Medical Home”. Dr. Yu also works as an emergency physician and enjoys farming. Website: www.whatisharewithpatients.com
Fri, April 05, 2019
From the Archives - Afford Anything With Paula Pant
PREVIOUSLY RECORDED What you will learn on this Podcast How to afford anything and travel the world The importance of paying yourself when operating your properties What’s Air B&B all about and is it a good strategy to add to your portfolio Why you need to make outsourcing a priority and how to do it How to quit your full time job and to start living life to the fullest What’s your most valuable asset and how to get more of it Money doesn’t buy stuff it buys choices How Real Estate investing can break the chains of your 9-5 job How to properly prioritize and why it’s so important Bio Paula Pant is a podcast host, writer, speaker, and media commentator on financial independence and real estate investing. She is the creator and host of the Afford Anything podcast, which has more than 5 million downloads and is regularly ranked as one of the Top 50 Business podcasts by Apple Podcasts. She is the founder of AffordAnything.com, a personal finance website that draws 2.5 million pageviews per year and holds more than 52,000 email subscribers. She is frequently quoted in financial media including Forbes, Kiplinger, Lifehacker, The New York Times, PBS, Marketplace Money, The Washington Post, The Globe and Mail, Inc Magazine, Yahoo! Finance, Business Insider, The Simple Dollar, Get Rich Slowly, AssetBuilder, Wisebread, the Huffington Post and many more. Her articles have appeared on dozens of major websites, including MSN Money, AOL DailyFinance, AARP Bulletin, Franklin Templeton, Bankrate, Hotpads, Trulia, Huffington Post, AOL Real Estate, H&R Block, The Balance and the Motley Fool. Contact Paula Pant Website www.affordanything.com/ To learn more about Gary Hibbert visit www.smarthomechoice.ca
Thu, March 21, 2019
Episode 44 - Breaking Out of Jail Using Real Estate With Stephen Jones
Stephen Jones Interview - On today’s show I had a chance to sit down with my good friend, realtor and entrepreneur Mr. Stephen Jones. Over the last several years he’s had some incredible achievements in the real estate investing world and has shared the stage with some of the best in the industry. On this show he shares his insight on where things are in the market and how you too can become financially free. What you will learn on this call; Why he attended the 10X Grant Cardone conference and the valuable insights he acquired What are the predictions for the market in 2019 How he got started and the positive impact it had on his life and family The process on how he left his 9-5 job and the mindset required Should you invest outside of Province and how Is mindset an important ingredient to success and are their other important factors The common realization all entrepreneurs have after leaving their 9-5 job How to over coming the fear of public speaking What’s the best investing strategy in today’s market and where to buy Why buying just one investment property is the best thing you can do Bio Stephen Jones is a prolific Realtor®️ and Real Estate Investor whose consistent work ethic, drive, and passion have all earned him the reputation as a dedicated industry leader countrywide. Moreover, he is known as a Preferred Investment-Focused Realtor for the Real Estate Investment Network RPG Program, Keyspire, and Investor on Fire. Over the course of half a decade, he has garnered extensive hands on experience in helping fellow investors achieve their goals. In addition, he formerly served as a Manager for the Province of Ontario. Embarking on his investment journey back in 1998, Stephen purchased his very first investment property in the heart of Pickering, Ontario for $147,000. To date, he is involved in land development and the owner of multiple properties not only in Ontario, but in Alberta and British Columbia as well. Currently, he is on a mission to assist his valued clients in building secure, lucrative real estate portfolios. When he isn’t working directly with new investors, Stephen Jones can be found spending quality time with his wife, 4 children and his dog. He is also a voracious reader and avid traveler. Contact Stephen Jones email: stephen@bluelinerealestategroup.com website: https://bluelinerealestategroup.com/ Smart Home Choice website: https://smarthomechoice.ca
Tue, March 12, 2019
From the Archives - The Real Truth About Wholesaling With Sandy and Kate MacKay
PREVIOUSLY RECORDED ON JANUARY 2015 I had the privilege to sit down with Kate and Sandy to discuss something every beginning Real Estate investor wants to know about. Can you REALLY get into Real Estate investing with no money? What you will learn on today's show; • How they got started and how you can to with no money • How Wholesaling works, is it easy and the mindset you need • The BIG challenges for beginning Real Estate investors • The best ways to find great deals both online and offline ….and much much more.
Wed, February 27, 2019
Episode 43 - Hassle Free Real Estate Investing With Epic Alliance
On our show this month I had the privilege to have a conversation with Rochelle Laflamme and Alisa Thompson. 2 incredible entrepreneurs that stopped at nothing to achieve success against all odds. Starting off with nothing, they now have a team of 30 Epic team members and control over 32 million dollars worth of real estate. What you will learn on the call: How meeting in jail started them down a path that would change their lives forever Why opposites can make great business partners How they acquired 28 properties worth $5 million in their 3rd year in business What’s more important, the money or the mindset? How turning a problem for one into a solution for many can create unbelievable wealth? Why personal growth is the most important tool to have in your belt What HFLP is and how it can make your real estate investing life very easy. Is Saskatchewan a good market to invest in? Where most beginning investors make their mistake and how to avoid the trap. Do you need to be brought up in an entrepreneur household to be an entrepreneur? BIO Rochelle Laflamme and Alisa Thompson are a dynamic pair of real estate entrepreneurs. Over five years ago, after gaining years of experience in the electrical industry, they started Epic Alliance Inc . with a mission to simplify and streamline residential real estate investing. As female electricians and trades women they have an unfair advantage of being able to pick the right properties. The knowledge they gained from some of the best real estate mentors, including Rich Dad Poor Dad coaching and Fortune Builders was the founding pillars of what these EPIC women do and believe in. The company was awarded the "Most Creative Deal of the Year" in North America by Fortune Builders in 2016. From its humble beginnings, Epic Alliance Inc. has grown into the company it is today with a residential rest estate portfolio that controls over 220 doors with more being added each day. With the help of our 30 Epic Team Members and our investment partners Epic Alliance Inc. is in control of over 32 million dollars of real estate. Epic Alliance Inc. is exceptional at leveraging their knowledge, expertise and creativity to facilitate win-win opportunities in residential real estate deals. Contact Epic Alliance Website: www.epicallianceinc.com Alisa’s cell at (306) 717-3351 Rochelle’s Cell (306)717-7848 Office (306)665-4663
Wed, January 30, 2019
Episode 42 - From $98.25 in my Account to Millions With Ankur Puri
On our show this month I had the chance to discuss the success Ankur has had, from his journey from India to Canada and how he turned his early failures into massive success! In a twist of fate, our journey's crossed path's early in both of our careers on a deal we worked on that changed his life forever. An incredible story of how perseverance and hard work can alter your life for the better. What you will learn on this call; How facing your fears can change your life for the better The one book that completely changed Ankur’s live forever How his first investment created a $10,000 profit The importance of creating a database of investors How to analyze a wholesale deal and what to charge How No Money Down is based on Relationships How sharing the stage with Kevin Harrington was a game changer The BIGGEST mistake most wholesalers make in the beginning Why building your brand is important for your business Why Having the right relationship with money is important Contact Ankur Puri Email: connect@ankurpuri.com Website: www.ankurpuri.com BIO Ankur Puri is a Successful Strategic Real Estate Investor, Speaker, Mentor and upcoming Author. He has shared stages with Legends like Kevin Harrington (Original Shark Tank), Raymond Arron, and Dr. Ona Brown. He has been featured in Canadian Real Estate Wealth Magazine / CREW, Local Newspapers, podcasts and many more. After immigrating to Canada in 2010, Ankur worked in a restaurant for close to minimum wage. With No Money, No Credit or Experience , he decided to quit his job to follow his passion for Real Estate. With only $98.25 left to his name, he made his first successful deal netting him $10,000 dollars. Since then, Ankur has done all his deals No Money Down and has flipped over 18 properties in 3 Years with Net Profits of 1.2+ Million Dollars . As an “Expert Strategist”, Ankur has created massive wealth for himself and is well known among his J.V. Partners for producing 20%-30%++ ROI. Ankur is dedicated to help others achieve their success through his Seminars, Closed Group Masterminds and Absolute Success 1 on 1 Mentoring Program. He says, “J.V. Partnership is like Short-Term Marriage leading to Long-Term Relationships .” He believes, “A Real Investor makes Money either way the Market Turns.” Check out my previous shows on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/SHCInvestor

Real Talk With Gary - Real Estate Investing

The Future Of Canada: Four Faces, Four Visions

From Corporate to Entrepreneur: What Does it Take to Succeed - Sibtain & Insiyah Panju

Grass Roots Fund Raising: The Art of the Deal - Mathew Frederick

Wholesaling Blueprint: Start or Scale Your Real Estate Business - Thia Velinor

What It Takes To Become a Top Performer - Jas Takhar

You Are Enough - Jas Takhar

Renovations, Rent Controls & Essential Tools for Landlords - Kayla Andrade

Cutting The Red Tape: Top Challenges Landlords Are Facing Today - Kayla Andrade

2025 Predictions From Canada’s Top Mortgage Broker - Dave Butler

Mortgage Market Update From Canada's Top Broker - Dave Butler

Bank on Yourself: How Infinite Banking Is Changing Wealth In Canada - Darren Mitchell

Advocating For a Fair Rental Market For Small Landlords w/Kevin Costain EP 274

Scaling A Portfolio Through Strategic Renovation & Refinance w/Cory Matthews EP 273

The Real Truth About The Impact Of High Interest Rates w/Leo & Jacqueline Francis EP 272

Financial Management For Real Estate Investors w/Stefanie Beharry EP 271

Are Tax Changes Crushing Small Business & RE Investors w/Fabio Campanella #270

The Microcosm of the Mind w/Gail Sauer #269

Transforming A Single Family Home Into 4 units w/Victoria Suen & Michelle Miranda #268

Tax Implications of Pre-Construction Assignment Sales w/Fabio Campanella #267

How To Become A Social Media Influencer w/Jayden Kennedy #266

The Rules Are Always Changing. It’s How You Play The Game w/Alfonso Cuadra #265

Real Estate Trends & Affordability Concerns With TRREB w/Jennifer Pearce #264

Insights From a Contractor Turned Investor: RE Strategies Working Today w/Jeff Lee #263

Bankruptcies On The Rise: How To Handle Your High Debts w/Wesley Cowan #262

Staging for Success: Navigating the Entrepreneurial Journey w/Farah Singh #261

The Transformative Power of Storytelling w/Matt Lionetti #260

Fighting Back Against the War on Landlords w/Weiting Bollu #259

The Blueprint for Realtor Success w/Melissa Flynn #258

Empowering Investors to Invest with Confidence w/Elizabeth Kelly #257

Is The Housing Market Leaving The Next Generation Behind w/Todd Slater #256

ChatGPT, The Future Of Real Estate & Political Divides Pt 2 w/Sandy & Kate MacKay #255

Starting Small, Building Big: The Journey w/Sandy & Kate MacKay #254

Scaling Your Business: From Chaos To Order w/Adriana Ostapenko #253

U.S. Real Estate Investing For Canadians: A Gateway To Growth w/Nate Atkins & Neil D’Souza #252

How Can Spouses Successfully Build a Business Together w/ Lena Guirguis #250

Mistakes Made in a HOT Market w/ Dave Butler #249

Power Of Sale; Closing Disputes & Using VTBs w/Allison McMurter #248

Strategies for Self-Employed Canadians: Making the Most of Your Mortgage w/Denise & Nicolee #247

From Colombia to Building a Multi-Family Legacy w/Jeff Ortiz #246

House Hacking for Real Estate Wealth: A Path To Success w/Michael Lombardi #245

Raising Money, Going Debt-Free & How to Survive A Mental Crash w/Joel Friedland #244

Could Bitcoin Replace Traditional Currencies in the Future w/Jacob Asparian #243

Is Your Vision Stronger Than The Economy w/Kory MacKinnon #242

The Wholesale Blueprint: Strategies For Success w/Luc Boiron #241

#240: Gavin McHale - Unlocking Your True Potential for 2024

#239: Simona Zaslavsky - Strategies For Handling Landlord & Tenant Board Issues

#238: Mayu Thava - How To Thrive In The Current Real Estate Market

#237: Harry James - How To Live Real & Be Real

#236: Sarah Larbi - Navigating Economic Hardships: Strategies For Survival

#235: Frank Taylor - How To Win In The Current Real Estate Market

#234: Chris, Gary & Quinton - Is An Interest Rate Cut Finally Coming? & Market Update

#233: Michael Zanzini & Lorenzo Podda - $900 Billion In Mortgages Set To Renew

#232: Ilona Koziol - The Journey Of Real Estate & Self Development

#231: Raul Morales - Finding Geographical Freedom In Mexico

#230: Meghan Hubner - How To Build A Solid Business Foundation

#229: Brandon Jimenez & Carolina Nieto - Conquering Obstacles & Playing Full Out

#228: Eric Coulombe - From Childhood Struggles To Career Freedom at 25

#227: Serena Holmes - Real Estate Strategies To Take Your Time Back

#226: Jacob Sofer, Metrosuite - Modular Homes Could Save The Housing Crisis

#225: Neil D’Souza - Decoding The War Against The Middle Class

#224: Kathleen Black - How To Transform Uncertainty Into Empowered Leadership

#223: Gary Hibbert - Smart Goals - How to Set & Achieve Them

Archive: Rene Masse - Walking Away From Your 9-5 Job With Real Estate

222: Matt & Laura Hawkins - Real Estate Strategies That Are Currently Working

221: Hart Togman & Rob Dix - How To Succeed As A Landlord With Rent Panda

#220: Fabio Campanella - Creating Your Own Bank Using Infinite Banking

219: Adrian Pannozzo - From A Police Officer To A Successful Real Estate Investor

218: Riley Oickle - Why Your Short Term Rental Isn’t Working

217: Johnathan Pollock - House Hacking For First Time Home Buyers

216: Wilson Pabon & Jessica Fernandes - Exploring The Untapped Potential Of Edmonton

#215: Yakov Pertchik - Industrial Development In A Changing World

214: Randy Ramadhin - State Of The Toronto Condo Market

#213: Howard Drukarsh - Building Canada’s Largest Independent Real Estate Brokerage

#212: Gary, Q & Christopher - Market Update, Inflation, BOC, Immigration & Debt

#211: Nate Atkin - Creating Generational Health

#210: Danielle Chiasson - Lessons Learned & Navigating The Challenges of 2022

#209: Cory Sperle - Mistakes To Avoid In Multifamily Investing

#208: Seth Ferguson - How to 10x Your Business & Events

207: Sheldon Fernandez - Fact or Fiction? The Real Truth About A.I.