Real Talk With Gary - Real Estate Investing

The End Of Easy Real Estate: What Agents Must Do Now w/Frank Taylor   Back in 2021, Frank Taylor predicted the real estate market correction long before it happened. In this episode, he returns to discuss what today's market means for realtors, how to price homes strategically, navigate difficult seller conversations, and adapt to changing market conditions. This is Part 1 of a must-listen series...

What Real Estate Investing Has Taught Me Since 2009   In this episode, Gary chats again with real estate investor and mortgage professional Gillian Irving about why more Canadians are buying south of the border, how to identify strong investment markets, avoid common financing mistakes, and build a successful long-term investment strategy. A must-listen for anyone looking to grow their real estate...

Thinking about investing in U.S. real estate? In this episode, Gary talks with real estate investor and mortgage professional Gillian Irving about why more Canadians are buying south of the border, how to identify strong investment markets, avoid common financing mistakes, and build a successful long-term investment strategy. A must-listen for anyone looking to grow their real estate portfolio.  ...

44 Years Of Real Estate Lessons - Ronn James   Real estate veteran and performance coach Ronn James joins me to share the lessons he's learned over 44 years in the industry. From the habits and mindset that separate top performers from the rest to the importance of communication, discipline, and consistent action, this episode is packed with practical advice for agents at every stage of their care...

The Backyard Investment Strategy Changing Ontario - JG Francoeur   Part 2 of my conversation with JG Francoeur , founder of Visture Property Group .   In part one of this two-part series, we dive into entrepreneurship, mindset, and the realities of building wealth through real estate investing. The conversation explores why financial freedom requires more than simply saving money, how continuous l...

Why Entrepreneurs Need To Think Differently Right Now - JG Francoeur   In this episode I'm joined by entrepreneur and real estate investor JG Francoeur , founder of Visture Property Group .   In part one of this two-part series, we dive into entrepreneurship, mindset, and the realities of building wealth through real estate investing. The conversation explores why financial freedom requires more t...

When Every Deal Worked... Until The Math Caught Up - Kasey Wong   In today's episode, I'm joined again by real estate investor, entrepreneur, and educator Kasey Wong for a powerful two-part conversation on mindset, investing, and navigating today's changing market.   In Part 1, we explore why traditional systems often teach people to fit in while real success comes from thinking differently. The c...

School Taught You To Fit In, Life Rewards You For Breaking Out - Kasey Wong   In today's episode, I'm joined again by real estate investor, entrepreneur, and educator Kasey Wong for a powerful two-part conversation on mindset, investing, and navigating today's changing market.   In Part 1, we explore why traditional systems often teach people to fit in while real success comes from thinking differ...

The Landlord's Guide To Winning With Tenants - Simona Zaslavsky   In today's episode, I'm joined again by Simona Zaslavsky from Mayfair Law Group to break down what's really happening behind the scenes in real estate transactions.   In Part 1, we dive into what happens after a deal goes firm—covering common issues, red flags, and how to protect your clients and keep deals together in today's marke...

Behind The Deal - What Happens Before and After It Goes Firm - Simona Zaslavsky   In today's episode, I'm joined by Simona Zaslavsky from Mayfair Law Group to break down what's really happening behind the scenes in real estate transactions.   In Part 1, we dive into what happens after a deal goes firm—covering common issues, red flags, and how to protect your clients and keep deals together in tod...

Don't Go Firm Yet! Smart Steps Every Buyer Should Take - Allison McMurter   In today's episode, I'm joined again by Allison McMurter to break down smart steps every buyer should take to protect themselves, and likely the biggest investment they'll ever make.   We chat about the team members you need to successfully navigate a purchase, to make sure your purchase goes smoothly and doesn't leave you...

Get Back Up To $130K on New Homes - Allison McMurter   In today's episode, I'm joined by Allison McMurter to break down what's really happening with the new HST rebate changes.   With recent announcements from Doug Ford, buyers may now qualify for significant savings on new construction homes—but the details matter.   We cover who qualifies, how the rebate works, and what it means for pricing, tim...

Canada's Growing Debt Crisis - Wes Cowan   In today's episode, I'm joined by Wes Cowan from MNP Financial to talk about what's really happening beneath the surface of Canada's economy.   While things may look stable from the outside, rising consumer debt, increasing insolvencies, and missed payments are telling a very different story. We break down what's pushing more Canadians to the edge, the wa...

Understanding Canada's Debt Crisis - Wes Cowan   In today's episode, I'm joined by Wes Cowan from MNP Financial to talk about what's really happening beneath the surface of Canada's economy.   While things may look stable from the outside, rising consumer debt, increasing insolvencies, and missed payments are telling a very different story. We break down what's pushing more Canadians to the edge,...

Rent Reporting: How Tenants Can Build Credit - Kayla Andrade   In this episode, I sit down with Kayla Andrade , landlord advocate and founder of Ontario Landlord Watch , to break down the real impact of Ontario's evolving rental landscape.   In Part 1, we dove into Bill 60 , new eviction timelines, tenant compensation, and what these changes mean for both landlords and tenants. In Part 2, we dive...

Bill 60 Explained: What It Means For Ontario Rental Housing - Kayla Andrade   In this episode, I sit down with Kayla Andrade , landlord advocate and founder of Ontario Landlord Watch , to break down the real impact of Ontario's evolving rental landscape.   In Part 1, we unpack Bill 60 , new eviction timelines, tenant compensation, and what these changes mean for both landlords and tenants. In Part...

Navigating Cottage Ownership in a Changing Market - Michelle Kelly   In Part 2 I'm again joined by Michelle Kelly , editor and co-publisher of Cottage Life magazine.     Michelle has spent more than two decades shaping one of Canada's most recognized lifestyle publications focused on cottage country.   We talk about everything cottage living—from design tips and common buying mistakes to the reali...

Cottage Life: What You Need To Know Before You Buy - Michelle Kelly   In this episode, I'm joined by Michelle Kelly , editor and co-publisher of Cottage Life magazine.     Michelle has spent more than two decades shaping one of Canada's most recognized lifestyle publications focused on cottage country.   We talk about everything cottage living—from design tips and common buying mistakes to the rea...

The Next Level After Top Producer - Jayden Kennedy   Part 2 of my conversation with Jayden Kennedy , a Top 5 individual agent with Keller Williams Canada , to break down what it really takes to succeed in today's real estate market.   With over 80% of her clients coming from social media, Jayden shares how she converts strangers into long-term clients through trust, education, and consistent syste...

New Realtor Blueprint — What To Do In Your First 90 Days - Jayden Kennedy   In this episode, I sit down with Jayden Kennedy , a Top 5 individual agent with Keller Williams Canada , to break down what it really takes to succeed in today's real estate market.   With over 80% of her clients coming from social media, Jayden shares how she converts strangers into long-term clients through trust, educat...

Rentals Today: The Truth Behind The Headlines - Travis Gairy EP 304 Pt 2   In Part 2 of my conversation with Travis Gairy , founder of The Lifestyle Group , we look at the   massive opportunities within the rental market.   Travis and his team have built a strong, service-first real estate business focused on helping clients buy, sell, rent, and invest across Toronto . With rentals becoming an inc...

Turning Tenant Placement Into a Thriving Real Estate Business - Travis Gairy EP 304 Pt 1   Today I sit down with Travis Gairy , founder of The Listatto Team , for an insightful conversation about the power of working with tenants and the massive opportunities within the rental market.   Travis and his team have built a strong, service-first real estate business focused on helping clients buy, sell...

Co-Signing Risks For Family Wealth - Georges El Masri EP 303 Pt 2   In part 2 of my chat with Georges El Masri , real estate investor, agent, and host of The Well Off Podcast, we discuss all the risks and benefits of co-signing real estate for your children. George's investing journey began with his first BRRRR deal in 2017, and since then he has built a powerful real estate portfolio while helpin...

Today's Most Effective Real Estate Strategies - Georges El Masri EP 303 Pt 1   In today's episode, I'm joined by Georges El Masri , real estate investor, agent, and host of The Well Off Podcast . George's investing journey began with his first BRRRR deal in 2017, and since then he has built a powerful real estate portfolio while helping others do the same.   We dive into the hard lessons learned d...

Intergenerational Wealth & The New Canadian Mortgage - Dion Beg EP 302 Pt 2   Part 2 of my conversation with my good friend Dion Beg, mortgage agent and founder of Kanga Mortgage, one of the most trusted voices in the real estate financing world joins me in a deep discussion around financing for self employed people. He's got over 2 decades of experience and he's helped Canadians close over ONE BI...