Where Should I Invest? Real Estate Investing in Canada

Guest: Natalie Cloutier This week’s podcast guest is Natalie Cloutier, real estate investor and builder. Natalie and her husband bought their first condo at ages 19 and 20. They hated living in tight quarters and were reminded by their parents that they could get a bank loan for auto-construction projects! The young couple decided to switch gears and put in a ton of sweat equity and use their labour as the downpayment to build a house where they could live with an apartment that could help them pay their deals. They were hooked! They’ve now built several small multi-family properties where they’ve used the BRRR model: Build Rent Refinance Repeat. In this episode, you will learn about: Another type of BRRR Build Rent Refinance RepeatUse sweat equity as your downpaymentBuild in the cost of the lot within the appraised value of your propertyBuying land and building your own house with a secondary suiteHow to plan for new construction bank loan drawsHow to leverage properties and using HELOCsBuying lots for cash… Money velocity Get in touch with Natalie:Instagram: @thenewbuildcoupleWebsite: https://www.thenewbuildcouple.com/ This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dylan Suitor of Elevation RealtyJon Tenbrinke of Blackjack Contracting Inc.Meghan Chomut CFP – www.meghanchomut.com/sarahThe post Build Your Own Rental Property And Grow Wealth first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Natasha Cultraro Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest This week’s podcast guest is Natasha Cultraro, Real Estate Investor & Property Manager. Natasha and her husband began their REI journey in 2006. They purchased a duplex in Oshawa. At that time, finding a property close to home that they could easily manage sounded great. Eventually, they started refinancing properties and got into Rent-To-Own deals. As their portfolio grew, they started their own property management company in 2017. In October 2020, they moved to Costa Rica since they have such a solid team in place, allowing Natasha and her husband to work remotely. They’re still both working full-time and they’re saving a lot of money living abroad. In this episode, you will learn about: Started by purchasing properties with basement suites for peace of mindHow living abroad can save you a ton of moneyLeading a less stressful life, away from homeHow to start a property management company…Providing a service, find the niche that fits youProperty management is a commodity… what’s your difference?Focus is on Durham and Clarington area Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest Get in touch with Natasha:Instagram: @the_intuitive_entrepreneurWebsite: https://www.icpmpros.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 Living Abroad While Doing Property Management Remotely first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guests: Joe Ferrara and Harry James, real estate investors Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest Stick to what you’re good at and delegate or hire where you lack skills and knowledge. Having clear lanes and defined roles will help you grow much faster. In a partnership, it’s how you handle the downside that matters the most. Harry and Joe have been business partners for over 12 years and have learned so many great lessons. Finding a good business partner is essential to get to the next level in real estate investing. How do you pick a good partner? There’s a lot more than meets the eye. Good partnerships usually evolve far beyond the project at hand. If you’re only in it for the money, it usually won’t last. In this episode, you will learn about: Over 40 years of experience eachHow partnerships can help you growGetting to the next level and scalingFinancing for successGrowing pains! Losing money for 6 years with restaurantsTrue character comes through when splitting losses Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest Get in touch with Joe and Harry:Instagram: @harryjameslivereal @napa_valley_developmentsWebsite:https://harryjamesenterprises.com/https://napavalleycontracting.com/ This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise MortgagesDylan Suitor of Elevation RealtyMeghan Chomut CFP –www.meghanchomut.com/sarahThe post How to Get to the Next Level in Your Real Estate Journey first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Amanda and Jon Eagle, Real Estate Investors Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest This week’s podcast guest is Amanda and Jon Eagle, real estate investors located in the Kitchener-Waterloo area. Jon & Amanda are high school sweethearts, they have two young kids and they officially began investing in 2017. They bought a couple of condos and thought this would suffice for their retirement. However, they eventually switched gears and wanted to have a more active role. They now teach their kids about having the right kind of debt and are now acquiring cash-flowing assets and building their portfolio. Jon looks after the business development side of things and financials while Amanda focuses on social media and other tasks. In this episode, you will learn about: How to balance family life and real estate investingCommunity and Networking group influencesFocus on the Kitchener marketStarted with condosFreedom afforded by REINow doing the BRRRR and duplex conversionsCreative financing Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest Get in touch with Amanda and Jon:Instagram: @legacyhomeinvestmentsWebsite: https://legacyhome.ca/about-us/ This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise MortgagesJon Tenbrinke of Blackjack Contracting Inc.James Lloyd & Voytek Mardula of US PropertiesThe post A Busy Young Family & Real Estate Investing Can Go Together! first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Spencer and Ashley Giles, Real Estate Investors Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest This week’s podcast guests are Spencer and Ashley Giles, Real Estate Investors. Spencer & Ashley specialize in AirBnB rentals in the Niagara region. When the low rental season kicks in, they switch their strategy to appeal to essential workers. In this episode, they discussed the various strategies they use to get top dollars from renters and how to remain sane. They also explained how they scaled their portfolio and are now even managing for others. This amazing couple also spoke about traveling frugally and how to build your credit. In this episode, you will learn about: Ashley began in REI with house hackingSpencer joined 3 years ago starting with an Air BnB propertyBRRRR on their 1st propertyUsed HELOCs to buy other propertiesThey now own 15 doorsManaging Air BnBs for othersSupplies & management – how to make it happenInvest in decor and luxuries! Get in touch with Spencer and Ashley:Instagram: @spencerandashleyWebsite: www.travelluxepropertymanagement.com Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dylan Suitor of Elevation RealtyJon Tenbrinke of Blackjack Contracting Inc.Meghan Chomut CFP – www.meghanchomut.com/sarahThe post AirBnB Success: How to get top dollar for your rentals first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Christina Turner, Restaurateur Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest This week’s podcast guest is Christina Turner. Christina Turner, a restaurateur spoke with Sarah about the ups and downs of opening a restaurant during the pandemic. Fresh, locally-made modern Italian food is what Zucchini Cucina serves. Tune in to hear about this business owner’s experience during the pandemic. This interview highlights the importance of adaptability. In this episode, you will learn about: 50% of restaurants never make it to year 2Reputation is everythingHad to pivot during Easter and the new lockdownHow to manage perishable suppliesStaffing challenges Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest Get in touch with Christina:Instagram: @zucchiniscucinaWebsite: https://zucchiniscucina.ca/The post Owning A Restaurant During The Pandemic… first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Cody Yeh, Real Estate Investor + Stock & Options Investing Coach Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest This week’s podcast guest is Cody Yeh. Cody came to Canada at age 18 from Taiwan. He came to study at one of Canada’s top universities and ended up buying multiple properties from 2016 to 2020. He then quit his 6-figure job as an engineer to focus on his stock trading business. Cody believes that true wealth in real estate lies in the equity the investors acquire and accessing it rather than the monthly cash flow. He gets his cash flow from buying stock and selling stock options. That’s how he sped up his buying process. In this episode, you will learn about:  The importance of doing your due diligenceHow his wealth was built on real estate and stocksDiversification for more cash flowHow to either quit your 9 to 5 or supplement your incomeLooking at market fundamentals – real estate and stock exchangeStefan Aarnio & Don Campbell’s influenceUS podcasts for a variety of perspectives Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/WSIILatest Get in touch with Cody:Instagram: @cody__yehWebsite: https://www.codyyeh.com/free-webinars This episode has been brought to you in part by; Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages Joel Wilson & Rob Lee of White Elm Design-Build Susan Corcoran & Sue Ore of Complete Properties Inc.The post Retiring at 30: How to Raise Your Own Capital & Grow Wealth first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Jacqueline Marshall, Flipper & Real Estate Investor This week’s podcast guest is Jacqueline Marshall, Flipper & Real Estate Investor. Jacqueline started out buying her first house in her third year of university in Nova Scotia. Then she bought her personal home and after a while tried to sell it unsuccessfully. After finding out she could rent it out and cash flow, she bought another house, then another, and eventually began flipping. She realized she was onto something. She now does most of her flips herself.  She shared a great tip for live-in flips, start-off with a clean and renovated bedroom to be able to live in a clean and sealed place. In this episode, you will learn about: 1st flip was very simpleFocuses on Windsor, Fonthill-Niagara areas9 flips so farGrew up in a family with a construction backgroundHer father and family are part of her power teamLearn as you go… How to budget for a flip – looking for efficienciesDIY to save money and make the flip profitable Get in touch with Jacqueline:Instagram: @baywopdesign_ This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages James Lloyd & Voytek Mardula of US PropertiesThe post Live-In Flips & DIY To Increase Profitability first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Jesse Bobrowski This week’s podcast guest is Jesse Bobrowski, Vice-President at Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corp. Jesse began his REI adventure about 14 years ago after graduating from university and moving to Alberta from Ontario. He met a husband and wife team of private lenders and ended up working with them just as the sub-prime crisis happened. He then learned the ropes and what not to do. Now at Calvert, he focuses on creating solutions for flippers with amazing programs in Ontario and Alberta. Calvert is in essence a private fund where investors buy shares and earn money through the interest and fees that Calvert obtains through its mortgages. In this episode, you will learn about:  Short-term residential loans with only 20k downFocus on flips & BRRRRsCreating tools to support your businessCalvert has its own appraisersOver 35 years of experienceIn-house decisions8-10% return for investorsFocus on single homes and small multi-family Get in touch with Jesse:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calverthomemortgage_/Website: chmic.caEmail: jesse@chmic.ca 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 Passive Income Through Mortgage Lending & Flips With Only 20k Down! first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Guest: Karlyn Eacrett This week’s podcast guest is Karlyn Eacrett, Realtor, Flipper & Real Estate Investor. Karlyn shared her secrets when doing high-end flips. Finishes and quality are a priority. Don’t fall for typical flip looks… The property needs to have a custom look and feel. For example, waterfall quartz island, hardwood flooring, custom shelving in closets, high-end hardware, smart appliances and so much more. Her top tip: book some viewings and compare homes in the market where you’re investing. Don’t skimp on anything! In this episode, you will learn about:  Karlyn is a realtor in the Burlington-Oakville-Hamilton areaShe’s done a few high-end flipsLook for older but gentrifying areasOff-market is a must in this hot marketKnow your buyer profileFind a property that has enough spread for profitDon’t overpay! Get in touch with Karlyn:Instagram: @karlyneacrett.realestateWebsite: https://www.karlyneacrett.ca/ This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages Joel Wilson & Rob Lee of White Elm Design-Build Susan Corcoran & Sue Ore of Complete Properties Inc.The post High-End Flips: The Details That Make The Difference first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.