The REITE Club - Real Estate Investing for Canadians

Podcast guest, Jacob Perez, has been investing in the Hamilton, Ontario real estate market since he was 23 years old initially with single-family and duplexes and moving more into multi-family properties. He has also previously used the short-term rental strategy but now is more positive about the mid-term rental market.  As a mortgage agent, Jacob stays up to date with the latest news in financin...

When they get started in real estate investing, the dream for many is to quit their 9-5 and become full-time investors and customize their lives. But how can you do that confidently and successfully?  This week’s podcast guest, Jared Henderson was able to flip a property in January this year which gave him the cushion to take that step after 10 years of building his portfolio to 23 door...

On September 7th the Bank of Canada again raised interest rates, perhaps higher than many people expected. They also indicated that they were not finished when it comes to raising rates further. What does this all mean for real estate investors? In this special recording from a recent webinar, Daniel Patton of Butler Mortgage outlines the impact this most recent rate increase will have and perhaps...

By her own admission, Victoria Cluney made slow progress initially in real estate. But a combination of forcing functions and making the right connections her portfolio has not only grown but the size of projects she is investing in has increased. In this episode, Victoria shares the lessons and opportunities that arose from losing a deal that had her in tears and how that set her on a path to a d...

Renovations can make or break a real estate investment property and there are a number of factors that will contribute to that. The overarching factor though is to work with a contractor who has the experience AND the honesty to quote a project that not only works with your budget but also ensures you come out with a profitable conclusion. Our podcast guest this week, Jon Tenbrinke of Black Jack C...

The next real estate investment markets for Canadians may well NOT be in Canada.   As the markets in Canada continue to offer less investing upside either because of expensive inventory, higher interest rates or lower cash flow, many real estate investors are starting to look South of the border. Is the market that much different in the US? If you look at the more popular areas like Californi...

Whether you are a novice real estate investor or someone with more experience having the right people on your team can make or break your success. An important member of that team is a real estate investing-focused realtor. In this week’s podcast, you get two for the price of one with the power duo of Enza Manduca and Meaghan Lazenby of eXp Realty. Enza and Meaghan share their passion and lo...

When Scott Ulmer first got started in real estate investing at only 14 years old he probably had no idea that a little over 25 years later he would be closing on his 3500th deal. But his combination of tenacity, having great mentors and always focused on never being out of the market stood the test of time and was the foundation of his success.    But there is more to the story than that...

Even as a child, Milena Cardinal was a passionate puzzle solver. Today she gets excited about finding creative ways of resolving complex legal issues that her clients bring to her law firm.  At age 21 she was a young mother on welfare, last year, during the pandemic, she was able to operate her highly successful, growing legal practice entirely remotely while living in Columbia, Mexico and th...

Growing a successful real estate investing business takes a lot more than a 4-hour work week. In fact our guest this week, Lena Guirguis shared  “When you come to terms with there is no work-life balance, it becomes a lot easier to create a balance that works for you.” This philosophy, along with an anything is possible attitude and determination has helped Lena and her husband bu...

Guest:  Tammy Lovell So you’re thinking about moving to Costa Rica.  How do you decide if this is the right move for you? Tammy Lovell shares the tips and tricks she learned along the way and the help she received to navigate this new life and lifestyle. Just for a moment,  forget about the complexity of the world and discover something new. Take a slow deep breath and allow Tammy to introdu...

From getting knocked down at 27 to making a comeback to successful Real Estate Investor, Coach and Mentor to other Real Estate Investors, Tim Tsai shares his philosophy, insights and strategies he’s used to grow a successful global real estate portfolio through fluctuating markets. Listen to the full episode at  https://www.thereiteclub.com/podcast In this episode you will learn about:...

Having walked the walk, taking a few left turns, to becoming a successful real estate investor and award-winning mortgage broker, our guest this week, Brian Hogben shares his insight to help you maneuver to success. In this episode you will learn about: Forecast planning for ‘best’ and ‘worst-case scenarios  Your Credit Score. Tips to keep it as clean as possible Secrets to succe...

Guest:  Van Sturgeon – Real Estate Investor and Mentor In this episode you will learn about: Overcome your fear of house renovations The six-steps to a successful renovation project Avoiding the pitfalls Why hiring a mentor is your best investment Tricks of the trade  Systems and processes for success An experienced real estate investor and contractor for over 30 years, Van walks y...

In this episode you will learn about: How to navigate the learning curve What formal education and real life education taught her about REI Why starting young was a true advantage The most valuable things she’s learned along the way Building your portfolio in different markets How Rebecca structures her corporations Getting started in REI – What to do when the bank says no Guest: Rebec...

In this episode you will learn about: What makes a good realtor for investors A realtor’s tips for real estate investors Investor-specific clauses to add to your agreements Placing tenants – how to make sure they’re a good fit Maximizing the market rents Climbing the real estate investment financial ladder Our guest this week, Derek McEwen walks you through the ins and outs of gr...

Guests:  Mel and Dave Dupuis Mel and Dave are taking their innovative real estate investing financing formula outside of Canada. Listen in as they take you through their proven processes and strategies in choosing where, when and how to invest internationally. In this episode you will learn about: Why it makes sense to diversify your portfolio internationally Hotspots they’re investing...

Guest: Francois & Jennifer Lanthier Francois and Jennifer walk you through the steps for Canadians investing in Costa Rica and the lessons they learned along the way. In this episode you will learn about: the attraction for Canadians to invest in Costa Rica what Canadians need to know about:  owning property in Costa Rica banking and financing diversity of currency property management taxes, a...

Guest:  Alfonso Salemi The Federal Budget for the first time has recognized the need to regulate the Rent-to-Own industry, a viable option for renters to move from renting to becoming homeowners.  Alfonso Salemi, President of the Canadian Association of Rent to Own Professionals (CAROP) weighs in on how this proposed budget is going to affect those who choose the Rent-to-Own Strategy and...

Guest: Sarah Larbi How do they do it? Most of what you see is the tip of the iceberg in someones real estate investing journey.  Sarah takes you below the surface and shares how in just a few years, she has gone from not knowing anything about Real Estate Investing to becoming one of the most inspirational success stories. With focus, grit, and determination she’s gone from her first project...

Guest: Christopher Hummell With the 2022 real estate market flexuations, and a Federal Budget looming – is now a good time to invest in real estate? Christopher a seasoned realtor and real estate investor unpacks the budget and gives you the ‘quick and dirty’ on where he sees the market heading, where he’s investing, and what he’s recommending to both his seasoned and...

Full-time Real Estate Investor Axel Monsaingeon provides insight into the intricacies of real estate investing in Montreal and how he not only found his real estate investing niche but has been scaling rapidly in a challenging market.  Taking you behind the scenes, Axel shares his mindset, habits, methods, and lessons on how he’s built his portfolio – and one of the secrets to building a suc...

The Federal budget highlighted a number of initiatives and proposed changes that will have direct and indirect impacts on the real estate market. One significant area will be interest rates that we are already seeing rise with more increases predicted by the economists and indicated by the Bank of Canada. How will all this affect mortgages and financing and real estate investing generally?  T...

Guests: Karan & Kunal Malhotra, Real Estate Investors  In this episode you will learn about: OPM – Other People’s Money Benefits of connecting with other people Private Investors Building trust with Investors The Numbers Game – Secured vs. Unsecured Funds Various Investment Strategies Get in touch with Karan & Kunal: Email: ksrk.holdings@gmail.com Karan and Kunal immigrat...

Guest: Travis Redding Listen to the full episode at  https://www.thereiteclub.com/podcast In this episode you will learn about: Proposed tax implications for Canadian Real Estate Investors What this means:            – for Foreign Investors wanting to invest in Canada          – changes in tax credits           – what HST will apply to           – for Flipping, As...