The Savvy Investor Podcast

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Welcome to the Savvy Investor Podcast. In today’s episode we have Hannah Hammond of HB Capital, who transitioned from financial difficulties to becoming a real estate magnate. Guest Introduction: Hannah started her journey in Arizona, diving into real estate at 18 after being inspired by the potential for financial freedom. Key Highlights: Early Success:...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode, we are joined with Daniel Foch, a notable real estate expert and podcast host. Key highlights discussed in this episode: Top Points: 1. Economic Insight: Importance of political, pricing, and rate trends in real estate. 2. From Family Biz to AI Innovator: Daniel's evolution and the influence of AI at Valerie.ca on real estate. 3. Da...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast, we welcome Donna Cook. Donna is highly recognized in our real estate community for her extensive experience and knowledge in real estate investing, particularly in rent-to-own strategies.  In this episode we discussed:  - Introduction to Rent-to-Own Donna's Background: From flipping houses to long-term...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this podcast episode podcast, we are joined by a remarkable guest, Robert Gauvreau from Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law and Advisory.  As one of North America's leading CPA firms, Robert brings an unparalleled wealth of knowledge in business finance and tax planning. Key Topics Discussed: - Real Estate Investing Insights: Understanding how real estat...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode we are joined with Melanie Robinson, our Savvy Investor Mindset Coach. With over 15 years of experience, Melanie has helped many individuals transform their lives through her unique approach to goal achievement and emotional connection. In this episode and to bring in the new year we talked about: Emotional Connection to Goals Importance...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode As we close out the year, it’s a great time to reflect, set priorities, and create a clear path for what’s next. In this Christmas episode of *The Savvy Investor Podcast*, Michael Ponte, founder of Savvy Investor, walks you through how to prepare for a strong start to the year.  What’s covered in this episode:  Reflection:  Look back on the past year wit...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode, host Michael welcomes Viler Lika from SingleKey to discuss rent collection and tenant management challenges faced by landlords, particularly in Ontario. Key Points - Introduction to Viler Lika & SingleKey - Viler Lika’s background as founder and CEO of SingleKey and the impact of COVID-19 on rental market risks - Landlord Challenges...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In today’s episode, we are joined with Carina Guzman, known widely in the real estate investing space, particularly for her expertise in land development. Carina has been a prominent figure in the real estate industry for 15 years, specializing in land development. Based primarily in Ottawa and surrounding areas, she has transitioned from transit-oriente...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode we chat with Glen Sutherland, a Canadian investor who's been making waves by investing in the U.S. real estate market. Discover why many Canadians are looking south of the border for greener pastures and learn about Glenn's journey from Ontario to successful ventures across various U.S. states. Key Points Discussed: - Introducti...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode, Michael Ponte sits down with Dale from Missing Middle Solutions, a real estate developer based in Victoria, British Columbia. Dale shares insights from his 20-year journey in real estate investing, focusing on land development and the creation of attainable housing solutions. Key Points Discussed: Dale's Real Estate Journey - Starte...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode On today's episode, we have Hussein Kudrati from HSK Law Firm, a seasoned lawyer and real estate investor licensed in California and Ontario. With nearly 10 years of experience, Hussein shares insights on corporate law, estate planning, and navigating the current turbulent real estate market. Key Discussion Points: - International Investment Trends:...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode, Michael Ponte sits down with Pawel Blazejewicz, a real estate investor whose experience spans three countries. Pawel shares insights from his transition from Poland to Ireland, and finally to Canada, offering valuable lessons for aspiring international investors. Key Points Discussed: - Pawel's International Investing Journey Born i...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In today’s episode of The Savvy Investor Podcast, we explore the mortgage and investment market with Kyle Green, a mortgage broker and investor from Green Mortgages. Kyle offers timely insights and practical advice for new investors. Key Discussion Points: - Interest Rates Update: A look at recent rate cuts by the Bank of Canada and their effects on mort...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode of The Savvy Investor Podcast, we’re joined by Adrian Pannozzo from Hamilton, a former police officer who successfully shifted gears to become a full time real estate investor and broker. Key Discussion Points: - Transitioning from a law enforcement career to full-time real estate investment - Running multiple businesses, including a cons...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode of the Savvy Investor podcast we're thrilled to welcome Sean Powers, a knowledgeable realtor and real estate investor from Moncton, New Brunswick, and one of our Trusted Partners here at Savvy Investor. Key Podcast Discussion Points: - Sean’s real estate background: Sean started his real estate journey in 2008 with a rental-focused t...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode, we're joined by Sir Darren Jacklin, who shares his incredible journey from overcoming early life challenges to becoming a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist. Key Discussion Points: Overcoming Adversity: Darren talks about his struggles with learning disabilities and how he founded his first company at seven Personal Transfor...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode On today’s episode we have Natasha Phipps with us talking about Calgary's hot real estate scene. Natasha explains how Calgary has gone from being just another city to a place everyone's looking at for buying investment properties. She shares insights on how Calgary is doing new things, like working in tech and health, which is bringing in smart...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In today’s episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast, we have Markus Kaulius, who takes us through his transformative journey from founding a health empire in his teen years to the nuances of entrepreneurism, mentorship, and work-life balance that characterize his success. Having built Magnum Nutraceuticals into a $170 million beacon in the health and fitnes...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In today’s episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast, we talk into the role of FrontLobby in transforming rental management. Our guest, Zach Killam, co-founder of FrontLobby and owner of approximately 500 rental units, joins us to discuss how reporting rent payments to credit bureaus can benefit both landlords and tenants. Discussion Points: - FrontLobby Ove...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In today’s episode of the Savvy Investor podcast, we talk about the real estate market of Edmonton, Alberta. Our special guest, James Knull, joins us remotely from South Korea to share his dual insights as an experienced investor and realtor. Despite the time difference and the logistics of working abroad, James discusses why Edmonton currently stands as...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In today’s episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast, we’re joined by Nate Atkins. Joining us remotely, Nate shares his wealth of experience from a successful career in real estate investing. In this episode we talk about: - Background and Transition into Real Estate: Nate shares his journey from initial investments in condos to managing multifamily properti...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this episode of the Savvy Investor podcast, we're joined by former student, mastermind member, and now trusted partner Philip Shearcroft. We discuss his journey from being an entrepreneur in the restaurant industry to becoming a seasoned investor in both Canada and the United States. Key Points Discussed: - Philip's Background: His entrepren...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Elizabeth Kelly, a seasoned real estate investing coach, joins us to discuss the benefits and strategies of rent-to-own investments. She highlights how this approach can aid in property acquisition, appreciation, and help others achieve homeownership. Summary of Key Takeaways Discussed: - Elizabeth's journey began with her facing initial challenges...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode In this week’s episode we welcome Krystal Kromm, a remarkable individual who transitioned from life as a full-time paramedic in Red Deer, Alberta, to a savvy real estate investor. Krystal's journey from attending the Elevate Masterclass to starting her journey in real estate is nothing short of inspirational for those looking to get started. In this...

Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode This week, we are excited to have Meghan Hubner, a seasoned real estate consultant, share her expertise on why and how to run your property investment portfolio like a well-oiled business machine. This episode is packed with actionable advice and transformative strategies that will set you on a path to success in your real estate business: In this episod...