Austin Yeh is a mortgage agent at Vine Group and a seasoned real estate investor. He started with $40,000 in savings in late 2018 and expanded his real estate portfolio to over 25 properties within 5 years. He also founded RISE Network and co-hosts the RISE Real Estate Investing Podcast. On this episode, we discuss: - How he was able to grow his portfolio quickly - How being featured in a Toronto Life articles changed his life - Why he got into the wholesaling business - Being over leveraged on ...
Mar 14, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 180
Luc Boiron is a leading Canadian real estate investor who has been investing since 2007. Luc is a former lawyer who also holds an MBA, but left that world in 2016 to start Bliss Realty Inc. with the goal of flipping houses. Since then, he has built one of the largest residential property acquisition companies in Canada and has bought and sold over 850 houses across the country. With an in-house team of over 30 employees, Luc has also grown his residential rental portfolio with a mix of single-fa...
Feb 15, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 179
Michael Lombardi shares how his experience in other fields helped him get into real estate investments. His journey in real estate investment began in Toronto in 2016 with a triplex house hack, progressing through a series of moves including an accidental BRRR in Brantford and multiple conversion projects in Welland. Adding value through intentional renovations has been central to his strategy. The influence of his family, particularly his mother, a career property manager, has been invaluable. ...
Jan 17, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 177
Many yearn to have a successful real estate portfolio, but only some truly understand the mechanisms behind it. Today, we focus on an inspiring story of creative financing and strategic investing with Myuren Chanthirakumar, a commercial appraiser and steadfast real estate investor, who shares his journey to owning an impressive portfolio of 14 properties and over 40 doors. In this episode, you'll be able to: Understand the value of building and financing Understand lender requirements and strate...
Dec 07, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 176
Despite your best efforts to navigate the complexities of the landlord-tenant relationship in Ontario, you may find yourself stuck in a cycle of ineffective communication and costly legal battles. Your attempts to enforce lease agreements and resolve conflicts may be met with resistance, leading to a breakdown in trust and an unsustainable rental business. Advocacy has always been my passion, and now I advocate for landlords to ensure fair and equitable landlord-tenant relationships. - Glenn Gos...
Nov 23, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 175
Do you desire to expand your real estate portfolio and thrive in today's market? Are you searching for a solution that will enable you to achieve this desired outcome? Look no further! Our guest today will share valuable insights that will empower you to grow your existing real estate portfolio and conquer the challenges of the current market landscape. With his solution, you can attain the outcome you've yearned for in your real estate investments. Building for the next generation is what it al...
Nov 09, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 174
When you look at a piece of land, do you see potential? It's all about buying properties, splitting the land, and constructing new units for rental purposes. Quite often, the size of the lot matters less than the potential it represents. Unearth that creativity, dust off your strategic brain, tackle the process with open eyes, and who knows? You could turn something ordinary into extraordinary. If you can essentially wipe out your land cost from a new build, you're already put yourself a fair bi...
Oct 27, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 173
If you're feeling frustrated and overwhelmed with your real estate investments constantly struggling to achieve the results you desire, then you are not alone! Instead of experiencing successful real estate ventures, you may face missed opportunities, costly mistakes, and a lack of expertise in critical areas. Instead, take responsibility, don't try to do everything yourself, and pay attention to the power of a strong investment team. Jessica Narula is an accomplished real estate investor, mortg...
Oct 19, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 172
Cory Froc is a seasoned real estate investor and entrepreneur who's been making waves in the industry since 2006. With a focus on residential conversions, he has recently branched out into larger developmental projects. From buying low-cost properties in unattractive neighbourhoods to managing duplex and triplex conversions in the highly sought-after Niagara area, Cory has navigated both the ups and downs of investing with resiliency. Today, in the second significant real estate cycle of his car...
Oct 12, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 171
Jack Bernstein is a serial entrepreneur and established real estate investor with an impressive journey rich with experiences to share. As a child growing up in Mississauga, he was surrounded the better things in life, sparking curiosity about a life beyond his own. After a short career as a professional snowboarder, he launched a startup at the age of 18. For five years, he navigated the stormy seas of business, learning and growing with each hurdle. However, it wasn't until a stint in tech sal...
Oct 05, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 170
Leading a balanced life can sometimes seem like an impossible task, especially in today's fast-paced world. However, establishing harmony among different facets of life (personal, professional, physical, and emotional) can have profound benefits. It elevates overall well-being, enhances resilience in dealing with stress, and fosters healthier relationships with oneself and others. Bridging the gaps between stress, health, and well-being is the nutritionist tag team, Kirsten Colella and Eileen Fa...
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 169
Being a landlord in Ontario comes with its own unique set of challenges. From slow eviction processes to dealing with damages left by tenants, these problems can often result in significant financial losses. Kayla Andrade, my guest for this week's episode, sheds light on these issues. Kayla's journey into understanding landlord-tenant relationships started close to home in her childhood community in Newfoundland. Her early experiences living in government housing offered her a unique insight int...
Sep 21, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 168
Seif El-Sahly is a self-made entrepreneur who has breathed new life into over 150 units in three years. Born in Abu Dhabi from a family of engineers, he sailed into the Canadian construction industry in 2006, and in just a decade, he went from being an employee to running his own construction company. His hands-on approach is rooted in an eye-opening experience in 2016 when he took over an abandoned renovation job and turned it into a showcase of his organic learning. Seif's massive leap from a ...
Sep 14, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 167
To solve the housing issues faced in Canada will require innovation. Our guest this week, Ben Julius, approaches the challenges of land use and best building use with a creativity that sees a 91 lot land development turn into 132 lots and unit space for 1200 square foot apartments turn into two apartments leveraging technology. As an active real estate developer and founder of Lionheart Development, a thriving land development company based in Southern Ontario, Ben is the go-to guy for liaising ...
Sep 07, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 166
Darren Voros is a seasoned real estate investor and developer with an innate grasp of the intricate dynamics inherent to property investing. His trajectory is as remarkable as it is unique, transitioning from a globetrotting musical theatre luminary to an adept and hands-on real estate magnate. From his formative years gracing stages worldwide to orchestrating the management of a robust real estate portfolio valued at $30 million, his narrative resounds with echoes of passion and unwavering pers...
Aug 24, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 165
Cameron Griffith is a real estate maverick who unexpectedly stumbled upon the secrets of profitable investing. Hailing from a large family in Ontario's heart, his journey commenced when he channelled his competitive spirit during a recession by purchasing a wartime home. Little did he know that this would begin his remarkable venture into real estate. Balancing his successful elevator business alongside property investments, his unyielding determination paved the way for new opportunities. As th...
Aug 17, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 164
Zack Brittain is a real estate enthusiast who entered the industry in his mid-20s, inspired by a book from his mother. Despite initially having no interest in real estate investment, he embraced the field and shaped his career and wealth. Starting as a realtor, he learned valuable lessons about setting realistic goals and the importance of patient investing. His success story emphasizes taking calculated risks and seizing opportunities at the right time. He became a successful real estate invest...
Aug 10, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 163
Mohit Kanyan, a young student from India, travelled to Canada to pursue his master's studies and ended up running a successful student franchise business for College Pro Painting. Through his interactions with investor clients, he developed a fascination for real estate investing, which led him to take a detour from his initial path. His ability to navigate international education and immigration systems, along with his business acumen, played a crucial role in his success. Starting with student...
Aug 03, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 162
Ana Marin is an extraordinary businesswoman and entrepreneur renowned for her unwavering commitment to growth and ability to seize opportunities. Hailing from Mexico, Ana and her family decided to migrate to Canada when she was just six years old. This dramatic change injected her with an enduring belief in the limitless potential of fresh starts. With a natural inclination towards learning and entrepreneurship, she found her calling in the real estate industry. Ana has cultivated thriving busin...
Jul 27, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 161
Darcy White is a visionary real estate entrepreneur who possesses the remarkable ability to turn ordinary properties into thriving community assets. With an impressive track record of revitalizing neglected buildings, he has earned a reputation for delivering valuable and affordable housing solutions while making a positive impact on the communities he serves. Equipped with an unwavering "no problem is insurmountable" mindset, he fearlessly navigates the challenges of property investment, establ...
Jul 20, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 160
Glen Sutherland is an experienced Canadian real estate investor focusing on the US market. He grew up in a small town in Ontario and showed an entrepreneurial spirit from an early age. He started a landscaping business and later ran a screen printing company. His interest in real estate investment was sparked when he recognized the potential of a townhouse purchase that resulted in a significant profit. Since then, he has steadily grown his portfolio through strategic investments, emphasizing th...
Jul 13, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 159
Dalia Barsoum is a highly experienced real estate expert and the founder of Streetwise Wealth and Streetwise Mortgages. She has a remarkable history of successfully funding over $1 billion in mortgage volume and overseeing over 2700 transactions, establishing her as a trusted and respected figure in commercial multifamily property investing. Her expertise lies in utilizing innovative strategies and employing a data-driven approach to help investors navigate the ever-changing landscape and intric...
Jul 07, 2023•42 min•Ep. 158
Ryan Carr is a successful real estate investor known for his ability to identify untapped opportunities in the market. With a background as a mechanic, he approaches property development from a unique angle. Over a decade in the industry, Ryan has honed his land planning and property portfolio management skills. He encourages fellow investors to prioritize work-life balance and avoid burnout for long-term success. His innovative strategies and out-of-the-box solutions have earned him a reputatio...
Jun 29, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 157
Dylan Suitor is a realtor, real estate agent, investor, and entrepreneur renowned for his exceptional personal growth and development skills. Leveraging his innate ability to spot profitable investment prospects, he has successfully built an impressive real estate portfolio and guided numerous individuals toward similar achievements. With an unwavering commitment to ongoing learning and self-improvement, he consistently ranks among the most highly-rated real estate agents in Oakville and Burling...
Jun 22, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 156
Mike Beer is a highly accomplished real estate investor who has triumphed over numerous obstacles in his relentless pursuit of financial independence. Originally from Poland, Mike Beer and his family immigrated to Canada, which eventually led him to uncover his unwavering passion for real estate investment. With a focus on apartment buildings in Ontario, Mike wholeheartedly dedicates himself to empowering his investors to secure a prosperous financial future for their loved ones—an opportunity t...
Jun 15, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 155
Mark Yataco is a seasoned general contractor and real estate investor based in Toronto who specializes in cost-effective renovations for multi-family properties. With a keen eye for detail and a focus on durability and low-maintenance living spaces, Mark has successfully helped numerous investors achieve their financial goals. Through tailored solutions and strategic product selection, Mark guides investors in making smart decisions that yield maximum returns on their investments. Combining a fo...
Jun 08, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 154
Kasey Wong started investing in real estate in 2003 with single-family homes and triplexes. Over the years, he transitioned to mid-sized apartment buildings in secondary markets like the Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge Triangle and St. Catharine's. With a background in banking and property management, Kasey has worked for major players like CIBC, TD Asset Management, Brookfield, and Cap REIT. Now, Kasey specializes in creating investment opportunities and raising capital for his real estate ventu...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 153
Sam McDadi is a Canadian entrepreneur, real estate broker, and philanthropist. He has a unique and innovative approach to the real estate business. He continues to be one of the top ranking realtors in Canada and has been for many years. He has supported various charitable organizations and initiatives over the years. He’s an avid sports fan and can often be seen court side at Raptors games. On this episode, we discuss: Does Sam’s wealth come from selling real estate or owning it? How Sam starte...
May 22, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 152
Andrea and her husband John Paul began investing in real estate in 2009. Over the last decade they have grown their portfolio to consist of a variety of investment properties, including straight rentals, rent-to-owns, duplexes, commercial units and more recently pre-construction condos, cottage properties and joint ventures. In addition to these investments they both share a love for home renovations and have taken on extensive projects of their personal homes. Andrea manages their portfolio and...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 151
Michael Ponte is the founder and President of Prosperity Real Estate Investments Ltd. He’s a real estate investor and entrepreneur who specialize in the acquisition, renovation and appreciation of numerous properties in Alberta. Since 2001 Michael has built the Prosperity brand into a diversified investment and management company. Prosperity Real Estate Investments currently own over $10 million in cash-flowing real-estate assets primarily in residential and multi-family properties. On this epis...
May 07, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 150
