Where Should I Invest? Real Estate Investing in Canada

Guest: Dave Seymour, Real Estate Investor This week’s podcast guest is Dave Seymour. Dave immigrated from the UK to Boston in the mid-eighties. Unfortunately, his American dream didn’t go so well. He didn’t have a plan and was drowning in debt. Fast-forward in the future, he now has a tremendously successful real estate investing business. He eventually got into television, radio, and podcasting. One of his first shows was called “Flipping Boston”. He learned a ton by fixing and flipping old properties and running through the numbers. He built a great reputation and excellent exposure. Listen to the full episode to learn more about royalties and how appearing on various media can help you grow your business.  In this episode, you will learn about:  Fiscal responsibility…What inspired Dave to rebuild himselfCushy job, cushy pension? Get rewarded for the work you put in…Building wealth for your own businessImplementing what you learnHow to find the right opportunities for youCreating multiple revenue streams Get in touch with Dave:Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/daveseymour343/Website:  https://www.freedomventure.com/This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise MortgagesSusan Corcoran & Sue Ore of Complete Properties Inc.The post From Broke & Bankrupt to TV Star Flipping Homes in Boston first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Meghan Chomut, CFP, and Real Estate Investor This week’s podcast guest is Meghan Chomut. Meghan discussed the fact that setting up a solid financial foundation is the key to successful investments. Every decision you make has tax implications that must be considered and analyzed carefully. Real estate investing is great but it can also be a big challenge for those that already have financial issues. Goals need to change and be adjusted frequently. She advises people to be picky and to focus on what they want to achieve and the type of property they want to buy. Don’t get caught in the shiny penny syndrome!  In this episode, you will learn about:  Choosing the right products to protect your investmentsUnbiased financial planning adviceHidden fees in investment productsNews vs. reality of investing in real estateDo you really need it? Pay for quality rather than just convenienceRental properties will not fix your finances… Get in touch with Meghan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meghancfp/Website: https://www.meghanchomut.com/This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty Jon Tenbrinke of Blackjack Contracting Inc.Meghan Chomut CFP – www.meghanchomut.com/sarahThe post How to Achieve Your Financial Goals – Set Yourself up for Success! first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Chris Shebib, Realtor, Investor, Speaker, Coach. This week’s podcast guest is Chris Shebib. He has had 3 careers in contracting, computer science, and psychology. He’s found a lot of parallels between contracting and computer science. He started with flips due to his contracting background. He eventually moved to California and was a money partner on student rentals in Canada. He also did some rent-to-own deals. He now focuses on BRRRRs and multi-family projects. Chris now coaches others and helps them build their real estate portfolios. Now is the best time to refinance and leverage capital. In this episode, you will learn about: Creating streams of predictable income & invest with thatFull-time investor since 2015Adding secondary dwelling units for profitabilityGarden suites, detached second building on the propertyDensity mandates and opportunities surrounding themBRRRRing through secondary suites, creating forced appreciationCreating cash flow rather than buying itARVs and comprarables Get in touch with Chris:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chris.shebib/Website:https://blueorchardpropertygroup.com/ This episode has been brought to you in part by; Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise MortgagesJoel Wilson & Rob Lee of White Elm Design-BuildSusan Corcoran & Sue Ore of Complete Properties Inc.The post How Having 3 Careers Led To Real Estate Investing first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Harry James Hear Sarah and Harry discuss the special fall event that they have planned. A chance to get back in person, hear from some real estate experts, be entertained and enjoy fine food and drinks.  Sarah Larbi and Harry James Enterprises present “have your cake and eat it too!’ – Health, wealth and time for self!Wednesday October 6, 2021 6:00pm-10:00pmat the Live Real Factory in Old Markham VillageAn evening of dynamic cocktails filled with great food, drinks, comedy, music and real-life advice from certified real estate junkies. Featuring a comedy performance by one of Canada’s top Comedians (and real estate investor) Jean Paul. Enjoy an evening of in-depth interviews and Q&A with a panel of real estate junkies who have a combined $150 million in real estate investment experience and over 100 years of combined expertise. Main website link https://liverealfactory.com Eventbrite booking link https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/have-your-cake-and-eat-it-too-health-wealth-and-time-for-self-event-tickets-162583592903 The post Have Your Cake and Eat it Too first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Kayla Andrade – founder of Ontario Landlords Watch This week’s podcast guest is Kayla Andrade. She has been a real estate investor since age 18. The turning point was when she was told that if her tenants didn’t pay for their water bills, the amount could then be added to her property tax bills. It’s now been 10 years since this event and Kayla’s advocacy group has blossomed to multiple meetups and Facebook groups across the province. Bill 184 and the RTA have finally been reviewed and it has changed how landlords are treated and cases are processed in Ontario. In this episode, you will learn about: Ontario Landlord and Tenant Board is finally consulting with advocacy groupsBill 184’s impactHow things have evolved in the past decadeDigital technology as a benefitThe LTB is now seeing the tsunami of issues for both landlords and tenantsRental stock is mostly owned by small landlords in OntarioHow can we create more rental properties and alleviate the housing crunch Get in touch with Kayla:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ontlandlordswatch/Website: https://ontariolandlordswatch.com/This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty Jon Tenbrinke of Blackjack Contracting Inc.Meghan Chomut CFP – www.meghanchomut.com/sarahThe post Fighting For Fairness For Small Landlords and Tenants first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Waylon McGill, Real Estate Investor & Wholesaler This week’s podcast guest is Waylon McGill. He has recently become a real estate investor – in mid-2019. He’s now doing many different things such as wholesaling, small multi-family properties and rental cottages. Waylon now focuses on wholesaling for cash flow. He got hooked when buying a deal from a wholesaler. He wondered, why couldn’t he do it? He absorbed all material related to wholesaling. He became obsessed with the subject and quickly became an expert in the area. It fits in with his sales and training background. Waylon learned how to overcome sellers’ excuses with the help of a paralegal. Listen to the episode to find out more about the world of wholesaling! In this episode, you will learn about: Podcasts were essentialBegan networking at the REITE ClubThe power of networkingWholesaling essentialsHow to finance short-term rentalsHow to wholesale and leave enough potential profit for the buyer… Average wholesaling fees Get in touch with Waylon:Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/waylon_mcgill/Website: https://www.ontariopropertydeals.ca/ This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages Joel Wilson & Rob Lee of White Elm Design-BuildSusan Corcoran & Sue Ore of Complete Properties Inc.The post How to Get in the Business of Wholesaling first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Kellan Paniccia, Real Estate Investor This week’s podcast guest is Kellan Paniccia. Kellan’s story is amazing! He started out with a duplex, living for free. He played his cards right and kept his debt service ratio in check. He mentioned that there is a myth surrounding the financing wall… if you have cash flow positive properties that can help you with approvals. That’s how he avoids equity partners and JV partners by respecting the 50% rule. Working with RBC and Desjardins has helped him acquire 6 plexes at a residential rate. The first 10 properties he owned personally and just recently incorporated for tax purposes. Kellan also explained how to keep acquiring with no-day jobs and 10+ properties. In this episode, you will learn about: Frugal livingHow to get startedLiving for freeAchieving financial independenceKeep the momentum goingStarted 5 years ago and now up to 52 unitsThe importance of debt service ratio Get in touch with Kellan:Instagram: @kellan.jamesWebsite: https://www.kellanjames.ca/This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty Meghan Chomut CFP – www.meghanchomut.com/sarahThe post Myths Regarding Financing Rules… Get Unlimited Properties With Banks first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Arun Thakur This week’s podcast guest is Arun Thakur, real estate investor. Arun and his wife came to Canada from the US in 2015. They wanted to invest in real estate but we’re unsure how to go about it. Started out with wholesale deals and hired a coach (Sarah) to get going. He started out with a 5 plex. Arun was looking for financial and time freedom and he chose real estate as the vehicle. It all began with a wholesale deal that ended up not working out. It was a challenge and a setback, however, it gave Arun the drive and persistence to keep going and become successful. In this episode, you will learn about:  The importance of hiring a coachHow to get startedMaking it work with a familyTaking action – don’t just dream about it!Getting your spouse on board with your projectsFinding deals and navigating the ups and downsREI is work, treat it like a business Get in touch with ArunWebsite: www.Shanayaproperties.comEmail: arun@shanayaproperties.comFacebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/arun.thakur.33671748 This episode has been brought to you in part by; Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages Jon Tenbrinke of Blackjack Contracting Inc. Susan Corcoran & Sue Ore of Complete Properties Inc.The post Jump in, Take Some Calculated Risks first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: James Lloyd & Voytek Mardula This week’s podcast guests are James and Voytek from USProperties.ca Affluent young Americans are leaving large, overcrowded cities. They are spending much more on their houses as they have more disposable income and are working from home. They’re taking advantage of the low cost of living and increasing appreciation in key areas of Detroit and other cities. USProperties.ca has been working in the same areas for about 5 years and they’ve renovated hundreds of homes, creating a turnkey product for Canadian investors. In this episode, you will learn about:  Canadian operators offering turnkey solutions in DetroitMarket appreciation ranging from 25-27% since June 2020Focus on single-family homesNew trends during the pandemicWork from home… moving away from larger US citiesPittsburgh, Cleveland, Detroit, and other smaller cities are thrivingNesting – home renovations is driving values up Get in touch with James & Voytek:Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/uspropertiescaWebsite: https://www.usproperties.ca/This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty Meghan Chomut CFP –www.meghanchomut.com/sarahThe post Should You Invest in Detroit? The Numbers Don’t Lie! first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Mathew Frederick, real estate investor, coach & mentor. Mathew began his journey many years ago working with people that have money but no time or knowledge. He’s done many Joint Ventures and has a very creative way to find off-market deals. He does door knocking and leaves letters which many wholesalers do. However, he also approaches the homeowners in a completely different way. Mathew offers the owners 5 or 6 different offers ranging from buying the property outright to partnering on a project to add a secondary suite to using VTBs to get price reductions and much more! Listen to the full episode for more amazing tips and tricks. In this episode, you will learn about: Creating habits to find off-market propertiesFocusing on 12-18 unit propertiesPlazas, mixed-use propertiesTime management for successSpotting properties and approaching owners with multiple offersCausing people to become Joint Venture partners Get in touch with Mathew:Instagram: @rccsol.investorWebsite: https://rccsol.com/ This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise MortgagesJon Tenbrinke of Black Jack Contracting Inc https://blackjackcontractinginc.ca/Susan Corcoran & Sue Ore of Complete Properties Inc.The post Driving For Dollars With A Twist first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.