The Savvy Investor Podcast

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Welcome back to The Savvy Investor Podcast! In this episode, Michael Ponte sits down with powerhouse investor Ashley Wilson, co-founder of Apartment Addicts and founder of Bar Down Investments, to talk all things multifamily real estate investing—and why it might just be the shift you’ve been looking for. If you’ve been grinding away at single-family dea...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Ever driven past a run-down lot or a half-collapsed house and thought…“What a waste of space”? Well, what if that “mess” is actually a goldmine? In this episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast, host Michael Ponte sits down with Paul Szkuc, founder of Proximity Properties, to unpack one of the most underrated strategies in real estate right now: Missing Mid...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode It’s getting harder to make the numbers work in real estate right now. Rents are tight, interest rates are up, and traditional rentals just aren’t cutting it for a lot of investors. That’s why this episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast is a must-listen. Host Michael Ponte sits down with Trang Tran, who’s putting a creative spin on the classic BRRRR metho...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Building wealth sounds amazing… until you’re juggling a full-time job, raising kids, keeping up with the chaos of everyday life, and trying to figure out how real estate fits into it all. In this episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast, host Michael Ponte chats with Fritz Villegas — a full-time nurse, mom of twins, and powerhouse real estate investor. Frit...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Ever wondered how to turn those empty lots or underused spaces in neighborhoods into profitable multi-family projects? In this episode, we discussed into the world of infill development — a smart, approachable way to get into real estate development without the overwhelm. Join us as we chat with Ali Nazarian from EcoLux Developments, who shares his pract...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode, host Michael is joined by Jenn Delle Fave, a former English teacher turned full-time real estate investor. Broadcasting from sunny Florida, Jen shares her expertise in creative financing, specifically lease options and rent-to-own strategies. Episode Highlights: Jenn started investing in real estate during the 2008 crash using the BRRRR...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode, Kevin Choe, a young entrepreneur, joins us to share his journey from selling gummy bears to completing over 100 real estate transactions by age 19. Now at 24, he dives into creative financing and inspires a new generation of entrepreneurs. Key topics: Kevin's Background: Started with candy sales in high school, then transitioned to...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Welcome to another episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast! Today we are joined with Natasha Phipps and Andrea Tessier from Calgary's Phipp’s Real Estate Group, discussing effective collaboration with investor-focused real estate agents in Alberta's flourishing market. Key Topics Discussed:  Understanding Investor-Focused Agents Distinctions betw...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode On today’s episode, Jay Dhahan joins us to explore raising capital and expanding networks in this exciting episode. With expertise in commercial real estate development, Jay shares valuable insights on sustainable business relationships, investment psychology, and seizing opportunities globally. Key Topics: Introduction & Early Beginnings: Jay's...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode of The Savvy Investor Podcast, Melanie Robinson joins us to discuss how mindset plays a pivotal role in real estate success. They explore how comfort zones and fear-based habits can hold investors back and share strategies for overcoming mental roadblocks. Key Highlights: The importance of mindset over external market conditions Identifyi...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode, we are joined with Elisa Covington. Elisa shares her journey from landlord to full-time house flipper, offering practical insights into the realities of real estate investing. She discusses the challenges of early DIY renovations, the value of project delegation, and the systems she uses to manage multiple flips at once. Key Topics: Inve...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode, we welcome Tony Lopes, a seasoned real estate investor and international speaker. Tony is someone we met at the REI at Sea this past February. In this podcast episode we discussed: Tony’s Journey: From corporate layoff to full-time investor. Start Small: Begin with what you know—local markets and smaller deals. The Power of Networking: Y...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode We’re back with another episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast. On today’s episode we have Mike Curadossi a Florida-based investor known for his work with Section 8 housing, exploring the balance between affordability and property quality. Key Discussion Points: Housing Affordability Challenge: The struggle of governments to mandate low-income housing whi...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast, we have Bree Hartman, a former gym owner turned real estate investor who invests in self-storage and has scaled her business with smart systems, and financing strategies to fuel growth. Key highlights: Why Self-Storage? Low maintenance, simple structures, and stable demand. Scaling Smart: Transitioning to co...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In today's episode, we sit down with Travis Chappell, an investor, speaker and podcaster. Travis's evolution from selling door-to-door to mastering the online business arena is a roadmap for relentless pursuit. In this episode we discussed:  Travis's Backstory: Starting out with nothing but a sales script and sheer determination, Travis qu...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Welcome back to the Savvy Investor Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Paul D'Abruzzo, a seasoned real estate investor from Ontario. Paul shares his journey, strategies, and practical advice on building a successful real estate portfolio. Key Highlights: How Paul Got Started: With limited financial resources, Paul has built a thriving investm...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast, we have Danielle Chiasson, a seasoned investor with over 22 years of experience, a former realtor and a full time business and real estate coach. Key Episode Highlights The Value of Coaching: Learn how coaching provides insights that can fast-track your real estate journey. Danielle’s Journey: Started in 200...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode, Weiting Bollu shares how her personal experience with non-paying tenants led to the creation of Open Room—a platform that helps landlords screen tenants more effectively. In this episode we discuss: - The essential for protecting real estate investments as well as common challenges landlords face, including difficult tenants - The story...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Join us as we explore private lending with Beth Johnson, an industry expert from Washington. Beth is the co-founder of Flynn Family Lending and the author of Lend to Live. Get connected with Beth: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lend2live.beth/ Key discussion points in podcast:  What is Private Lending Beth’s Expertise: With over a decade of experie...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode On this episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast we have Fernando Corona from My Remote Lender, who transitioned from the corporate world to real estate investing success via multiple ventures. In this episode we discussed: - Real estate opportunities in the US vs Canada - Financing in the US markets and how some products make qualifying easier - Loan produ...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Today we’re back with another episode of The Savvy Investor Podcast with Alex Street!   In this episode, Alex talks about the power of storytelling in business, shifting focus from traditional real estate topics to how personal narratives can elevate your brand and build trust. Alex Street is an experienced speaker, former actor, and coach. He has appear...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode, we are joined with Serena Holmes, the host of "Inspired to Invest" podcast and author of "The Accidental Entrepreneur,” and talk about the world of passive investing. Key Discussion Points: - Serena's Journey into Entrepreneurship: Serena shares how she transitioned from a broadcast student to owning a promotional com...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this week's podcast episode, we bring back Brandon Hans from BARR LLP, a full-service law firm in Edmonton, and a trusted partner of Savvy Investor. In this episode, Brandon discusses navigating the booming markets of Alberta and creating strategies that win in any environment. Key Points of Discussion: - Alberta's Real Estate Buzz: A discus...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Welcome to the Savvy Investor Podcast, your go-to podcast for real estate investing insights.  In this episode, we talk about land development and real estate with Darcy Marler, who has over 24 years of experience in the space. Darcy is a full-time investor and author of four books.  In this episode we discuss:  - Darcy’s journey and transition from his...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Welcome back to the Savvy Investor Podcast! In this episode, we bring back Lisa Elle, from Ellements Group who is renowned for her expertise in wealth and tax strategy. Key highlights of the episode:  Tax Season Overview: Understanding CRA processes to avoid hasty filings is key Filing Challenges & Tips: Lisa advises against early filing due to CRA s...