The Real Estate Espresso Podcast

Victor Menasce
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May 10, 2018 • 5min

Do You Have Bad Neighbors?

On today's episode, we're talking about a real world scenario where two separate neighbors tried to block us from building a fully permitted project. How did they do it? Have a listen.
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May 9, 2018 • 5min

The One That Got Away

I missed an opportunity to complete a land assembly located less than 4 blocks from my house. It's hard to fathom that I wan't paying attention. In today's episode we discuss why that project would have made so much sense.
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May 8, 2018 • 5min

Would You Build Next to An Active Volcano?

You don't need molten lava to experience natural disasters. Many municipal governments are becoming much more savvy when it comes to handling zoning rules to protect properties from disasters in higher risk areas. In some cases, areas that were previously built are no longer permitted for habitation. Having insurance isn't enough to protect you in those cases.
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May 7, 2018 • 5min

Where to Advertise Your Rental Property

In today's episode we cover all the different ways you can put your rental property in front of potential tenants. Lots of creative off the wall ideas that most people don't think of.
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May 6, 2018 • 18min

Special Guest, Brad Sumrok

Brad has been investing in multi-family apartments and educating others on how to invest for several years. He's active in 14 markets and his students are active in over 30 markets. This wide ranging conversation on apartment investing is packed with value bombs. Check it out.
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May 5, 2018 • 8min

Special Guest, Shanna Badry

Short term rentals are the rage now, and platforms like AirBnB and VRBO have made it easier than ever to maximize your income through a higher nightly rate compared with long term rentals. But it's not that easy. Shanna is the President of the Momentum Property Group and Founder of the Edmonton Short Term Rentals Association. In today's episode she shares some of the secrets to running a successful short term rental business.
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May 4, 2018 • 5min

Getting a New Apartment Building Fully Leased

The biggest concern with a new building is how long it will take to get it fully leased. What strategies should you employ to get it leased quickly and only attract quality tenants? Today's episode give several strategies that we've used effectively in our business.
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May 3, 2018 • 6min

How to Budget Repairs and Maintenance

I've recently seen an operating budget that used averages per apartment. The problem is that there is no average apartment. It's a dangerous way to create a budget. In today's episode, I recommend a method for creating a repair and maintenance budget that is much more accurate. Check it out.
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May 2, 2018 • 6min

How Much to Pay for Development Land?

In today's episode we compare three land sales that vary in price by a factor of 17. How much is too much to pay? How do you even determine how much you can afford to pay for land? All is revealed in today's episode.
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May 1, 2018 • 5min

Yikes, 4300 Stores Closing

This week, Subway announced it was closing 500 locations after closing 800 locations in 2017. We have numerous stores closing including locations at Sams Club, Toys R Us, Walgreens, Kmart, Best Buy, Sears, just to name a few. What does this mean as a real estate investor? Listen to find out.

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