Real Estate Investing Morning Show ( REI Investment in Canada )

🎧 CMHC Cancels Red Deer Housing Fund | What It Means for Investors & Homeowners Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today's episode dives into one of the most important housing stories in Alberta right now. CMHC has officially cancelled Red Deer's Housing Accelerator Fund agreement, and the city is pushing back. Wayne and Gabby break down what happened, why it mat...

🎧 Edmonton Rental Market Update 2026 | Vacancy Rates, Rent Trends & What Investors Need to Prepare For Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today's episode continues our deep dive into the Edmonton real estate market, shifting the focus specifically to the Edmonton rental market . We break down newly released CMHC data, share what we're seeing on the ground as acti...

🎧 Edmonton Real Estate Market Insights for 2026 Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Edmonton's real estate market is entering a very different phase heading into 2026 . In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby break down what's really happening beneath the headlines — from infill policy changes and affordability pressures to 2026 home price forecasts and population tre...

🎧 What You Need for a Mortgage on Your First Rental Property In 2026 (Investor Guide) Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today's episode is all about what new real estate investors need to know before applying for their first rental property mortgage . Wayne and Gabby kick things off with live audience engagement, market chatter, and a real-world landlording disc...

Why We Got Into Real Estate Investing Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today's episode was a live, listener-driven conversation focused on one of the most important topics in real estate investing: your "why." With no pre-submitted questions, Wayne and Gabby opened the floor to live listeners to share what originally got them interested in real estate and what c...

Heating & Thermostats in Suited Houses | What Canadian Investors Need to Know Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Heating seems like a small operational detail, but in suited houses it can quickly become one of the biggest drivers of tenant conflict, turnover, and hidden long-term costs. In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby break down a real investor question involv...

🎧 Edmonton Real Estate Market Update | Foreclosures & Winter Investor Opportunities Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today's episode dives deep into what's really happening in the Edmonton real estate market as we head into early 2026. Wayne and Gabby break down a real-world landlord scenario involving tenant overholding and lost rent, then shift into a timely...

🎧 How to Explain Real Estate Investing to Anyone (And Why Enthusiasm Matters More Than Knowledge) Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Most people don't fail at real estate because of numbers or strategy. They fail because the message never lands. In today's live show, Wayne and Gabby unpack a surprisingly powerful theme that applies to real estate, rent-to-own, jo...

🎧 Winter Investing Strategy, Reserves, and Refinance Decisions Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier This morning's episode took an unexpected turn when our scheduled guest couldn't make it, so Wayne and Gabby turned the mic over to the community and delivered a high-value, unscripted deep dive into real-world investor strategy. From reserve funds and vacancies to r...

🎧 Getting Started in Real Estate Investing | Mortgages, Property Management & First Steps Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier If you're feeling overwhelmed about buying your first rental property, today's episode is for you. Wayne and Gabby break down listener questions around rental mortgages , whether you really need a property manager , and how to actually get...

🎧 Why Every Family Should Own a Rental Property & How Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today's episode is built around a simple but powerful belief: every family should own their home, and every family should also own one rental property . Wayne breaks down why this matters, how it's achievable for everyday Canadians, and how one smart decision early in life ca...

🎧 Goals vs. Intentions: How to Actually Follow Through in 2026 Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier The first show of 2026 kicked off with a deeper conversation than just goal setting. Wayne and Gabby broke down the difference between setting goals and actually seeing them through, why so many investors burn out by March, and how aligning intentions, seasons of lif...

🎧 Goal Setting for Real Estate Investors in 2026: Cash Flow, Clarity, and Control Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne Hillier The final show of 2025 is all about setting yourself up for a stronger, more intentional year ahead. Wayne dives into how real estate investors should think about goal setting differently in 2026, focusing less on vanity metrics like door count and more on...

🎧 Christmas Eve Live Show: Games, Giveaways & Real Estate Mindset Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Christmas Eve on the Real Estate Investing Morning Show was all about community, fun, and perspective. Wayne and Gabby went live with their audience to play Christmas-themed games, give away real estate courses, and reflect on investing, life decisions, and the po...

🎧 Calgary's Blanket Rezoning Debate: What It Really Means for Investors, Homeowners, and Housing Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today's episode dives deep into Calgary City Council's move to repeal blanket rezoning and what this decision signals for housing affordability, rental supply, neighborhood character, and long-term city planning. Wayne and Gabby brea...

🎧 Success Tips for Setting Up Your Rental Business (After You Get the Tenant) Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today's episode is all about what happens after you've screened your tenant and handed over the keys. Wayne and Gabby walk through the real-world systems, habits, and landlord practices that separate stressful rentals from smooth, cash-flowing properti...

🎧 How to Choose the Right Tenant for Your Rental Property Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Choosing the right tenant can make or break your rental business. In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby break down the real, practical process of tenant selection, from pre-screening and showings to applications, credit checks, pets, and risk management. This is a nuts-and-...

🎧 How to Talk Real Estate With Family Over the Holidays (Without Making It Awkward) Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier The holidays are here, which means family gatherings, old stories, and the inevitable question: "So… what have you been up to lately?" In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby continue the networking conversation from yesterday, but take it in a compl...

How to Network Like a Pro (Even If You Hate Networking) Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today's episode dives deep into one of the most misunderstood — yet most IMPORTANT — skills in real estate investing: networking . Most investors dread it. Few feel confident doing it. And many completely misunderstand what networking is actually for. In this episode, Wayne...

🎧 What to Give (and NOT Give) Your Tenants This Christmas: A Landlord's Guide Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Christmas gifting as a landlord can be tricky — what's thoughtful, what's a waste of money, and what accidentally crosses the line? Today, Wayne and Gabby break down the smart, intentional approach to tenant gifting: what strengthens renewals, what des...

How To Determine How Much Your Property Is Worth (The Right Way) Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Intro Today's episode dives into one of the most common questions homeowners and investors ask: How do I know what my property is actually worth? Whether you're considering refinancing, pulling equity for your next rental, or simply curious about market value — unde...

Edmonton Real Estate Market Update: What Investors Need to Know (With Guest Calvin Hexter) Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today we dive deep into the Edmonton real estate market with special guest Calvin Hexter , investor-focused realtor with Calvin Realty. We break down what's really happening right now — rising days on market, price adjustments, balanced-mar...

🎧 Should You Buy a House With a Basement Suite? Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Every day, Canadian investors ask: "Should I buy a property with a basement suite?" Today's episode breaks it down — the pros, cons, math, risk, tenant issues, and real-world examples. We also tackle audience questions, including Infinite Banking, JV pitching energy, and how changi...

🎧 The 3 Choices That Make Real Estate Investors Successful (According to a Mortgage Broker Who Sees It All) Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today's episode features a special guest: Keaton Kirkwood , investor-focused mortgage broker and long-time friend of the show. Instead of the typical mortgage talk about rates, renewals, and predictions, Keaton breaks down...

🎧 The Craziest Real Estate Deal We've Ever Done: Crime Scene Cleanup, JV Chaos & a Wild Creative Exit Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode How a random phone call from an old hockey buddy led to a boarded-up, shut-down property Why Alberta Health Services deemed the home uninhabitable How we acquired the property using a Vendor...