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Episode 16- The Pros & Cons of Rent to Own Investing

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Are you a real estate investor looking to sharpen your skills? Or a newbie looking for your first investment? You’ve come to the right place! Join host Sarah Larbi for a journey into the world of Canadian real estate investing. In this episode, Sarah interviews Alfonso Salemi to discuss Rent to Own strategies.

Today’s Guest:

Alfonso Salemi was working a J.O.B (which stands for Job also known as Just Over Broke) when he realized that he was trading his time for money and spinning his wheels. He then turned to Real Estate Investing and formed JAAG properties with his partner Adam Wissink. Alfonso and Adam now own 50+ properties. The majority being rent to own. However they also have success in regular rentals as well as short term cottage rentals.

Episode Highlights

  • Rent to own tips and strategies
  • How to find joint venture partners and use their money
  • Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of Rent-To-Own vs other types of real estate investing
  • And much more!

Contact Information:

For more information, visit www.jaagproperties.com or send an email to Alfonso at alfonso@jaagproperties.com

Episode 15- The Canadian Real Estate Investing Landscape – 25 years of research and analysis

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Are you a real estate investor looking to sharpen your skills? Or a newbie looking for your first investment? You’ve come to the right place! Join host Sarah Larbi for a journey into the world of Canadian real estate investment. In this episode, Sarah speaks with Don Campbell on current real estate trends, top Canadian markets to invest in, and much more! You do not want to miss this one!

Don R. Campbell is a Canadian-based real estate investor, researcher, the best-selling Canadian real estate author in history, author of 8 best sellers and a real estate investment educator. He is the Senior Analyst with the Real Estate Investment Network which has entered its 25th year of providing unbiased research and analysis on Canadian real estate markets.

Don made his first investment in residential real estate in BC’s Fraser Valley back in 1985 and hasn’t looked back since. His portfolio now includes Light Industrial, Residential, Commercial and Agricultural properties across Western Canada.

Don shares his strategies and economic research and he can speak in detail on any market in the country and is not afraid to tell the truth about where the market is headed. Don is a trusted on-air expert in media and his research and systems have allowed him to accurately forecast trends, markets and demographic shifts long before they become mainstream, thus giving his clients a unique, long-term advantage and perspective. He has become the go-to for many media outlets who are looking for unbiased analysis of any real estate market across the country.

 

Connect with Don Campbell:

www.donrcampbell.com

FB: Thereinman

Twitter @donrcampbell

Episode 13- Advantages of Commercial & Multi-Family Real Estate Investing

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Are you a real estate investor looking to sharpen your skills? Or a newbie looking for your first investment? You’ve come to the right place! Join host Sarah Larbi for a journey into the world of Real Estate Investing. In this episode, Sarah sits down with Courtenay Hindemit and Ryan DeLaurentis to talk about multifamily investing

Today’s Guests:

Ryan & Courtenay are real estate investors focusing on commercial & multi-family real estate in Ontario. Their company, DCI properties, focuses primarily on cash flow first investing. They purchase most of their properties with JV partners who are looking to supplement their income, prepare for retirement, or just want a hands off real estate investment with above average returns. On the flip side, DCI takes care of finding the deal, completing due diligence, managing renovations, improving income, decreasing expenses, and oversee day-to-day building operations. The cities they currently invest in include London, Niagara region, and Kingston Ontario.

Episode Highlights:

  • Learn about multifamily investing
  • Hear about their purchases and how they have found their multifamily real estate deals
  • Learn the pros and cons of buying and managing multifamily properties
  • Learn about the due diligence process and what do do once you have a deal under contract
  • Receive tips and tricks to help you find great deals and MUCH MORE!

 

Want to contact Courtenay and Ryan? Find them through the following avenues:

Website: www.dciproperties.ca

Email: ryan@dciproperties.ca & courtenay@dciproperties.ca

Phone: 416.556.9221

 

Episode 11- The Importance of Pre-Planning Your Real Estate Financing

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Are you a real estate investor looking to sharpen your skills? Or a newbie looking for your first investment? You’ve come to the right place! Join host Sarah Larbi for a journey into the world of Canadian Real Estate Investing. In this episode, Sarah sits down with award winning mortgage broker Dalia Barsoum to discuss financing options for investors.

 

Today’s Guest:

 

Dalia Barsoum is an experienced mortgage broker and real estate investor who specializes in helping real estate investors scale their business without hitting the financing wall. Dalia is a well-known mortgage broker in the real estate investor community who focuses on solving complex problems and helping clients achieve their real estate goals. Dalia is also Sarah’s mortgage broker and she has saved Sarah thousands of dollars and has helped scale up her portfolio still with A lenders. Dalia is also a best-selling author who wrote Canadian Real Estate Investor Financing: 7 Secrets to Getting All the Money You Want. In this episode of “Where Should I Invest?” Dalia shares her tips and tricks for choosing the best financing options.

 

 

Episode Highlights:

 

  • Discover the importance of planning your financing

  • Learn the difference between banks, trust companies, credit unions and private lenders

  • Learn how to strategically use certain lenders at appropriate times and circumstances

  • Discover the difference between commercial financing and residential financing

  • Learn about down payment requirements, refinancing properties and mortgage rates

  • Understand Canada’s new mortgage rules and how they impact real estate investors

  • Gain an understanding of the January 1, 2018 stress test

  • Learn how to finance flips and properties that need significant renovations

  • Learn about mortgage plus improvement options for financing

  • Receive tips for purchasing recreational properties and raw land

  • Discover financing solutions for the self-employed individuals

  • Learn how you can grow your investment business without hitting the financing wall

 

 

Contact Information:

For more information, visit www.streetwisemortgages.com or send an e-mail to Dalia’s attention at info@streetwisemortgages.com

 

Episode 2- Leverage the Skills of Experts to Find Great Deals

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Are you a real estate investor looking to sharpen your skills? Or a newbie looking for your first investment? You’ve come to the right place! Join host Sarah Larbi for a journey into the world of Canadian real estate investment. In this episode, Sarah sits down with Manny Munir to discuss market trends and opportunities in Brantford, Ontario.

 

Today’s Guest:

Manny Munir is an investor and realtor who hails from Brantford, Ontario. Manny started investing at an early age, purchasing his first property at just 21  years old. Today, Manny owns 22 properties throughout Brantford, London, Welland and Toronto. In this episode of “Where Should I Invest?” Manny shares valuable tips to help you turn your investment goals into reality.

 

Episode Highlights:

  • Discover the importance of becoming a market expert
  • Explore trends and opportunities in Brantford, Ontario
  • Receive tips to help you find the right property and screen potential tenants
  • Learn how to identify and attract your target market
  • Understand the importance of time management
  • Learn how you can leverage the skills of experts in order to find great deals

 

Contact Information:

For more information, contact Manny Munir:

 

Episode 1- Land Development Strategies & Investment in Hamilton

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Are you a real estate investor looking to sharpen your skills? Or a newbie looking for your first investment? You’ve come to the right place! Join host Sarah Larbi for a journey into the world of Canadian real estate investment. In this episode, Sarah sits down with entrepreneur Charles Wah to discuss land development and investment in Hamilton, Ontario.

 

Today’s Guest:

In 2013, Charles Wah took a risk and left a career in computer engineering to pursue an opportunity in land development. Now, at just 30 years old, he has used his passion and drive to create a thriving business. In this episode of “Where Should I Invest?” Charles shares his tips and tricks for success.

 

Episode Highlights:

  • Gain valuable insight into the Hamilton rental market
  • Discover how you can find deals and use a realtor effectively
  • Learn how diversification can help you achieve your investment goals
  • Understand the stages of a land development project and how to avoid common pitfalls
  • Discover the importance of a mentor and learn how you can find one
  • Receive helpful tips for advertising your rental property
  • Learn how to screen tenants effectively in order to find the right fit

 

Contact Information:

For more information, contact Charles Wah by e-mail at charles.wah@gatewaygroup.ca or visit www.gatewaygroup.ca .