Monthly Archives: April 2019

Looking at Private Equity Investing as a Balanced Approach to Building Wealth



Steve Blasiak paints a very different picture now from an early career in the paint industry. Stemming from a background immersed in the residential and commercial construction industry, he brings over 30 years of accumulated experience to his current passion and position in wealth management consulting. 

Guest: Real Estate Investor & Wealth Management Consultant, Steve Blasiak

In this episode learn about: 
– Insights on different investing markets
– Private equity investing and why we don’t hear more about this
– The private equity investing risks 
– Steps to take for the first-time investor

Steve Blasiak paints a very different picture now from an early career in the paint industry. Stemming from a background immersed in the residential and commercial construction industry, he brings over 30 years of accumulated experience to his current passion and position in wealth management consulting.

Comfortably transitioning from on-site to behind-the-scenes, Steve now enjoys the role of finding a match between investor and investment as a Private Market Specialist and Mortgage Agent with Pinnacle Wealth Brokers who have been recognized as one of the top growth companies in Canada in 2013 and 2018 by Profit Magazine. 

Recognizing a sound investment opportunity includes all aspects; from concept and strategy to the communication and execution for everyone involved. Steve’s mission is to maximize all potential gains for both investor and investment success.

Get it touch with Steve:
Website: 
https://pinnaclewealth.ca
Email:  
steven.blasiak@pinnaclewealth.ca
Phone: 
416-464-3085


Real Estate Investing’s Hot Strategy, Understanding Legal Second Suites with Ken Bekendam.



Through his company King Homes Inc, Ken Bekendam helps and advises other investors with their portfolios through rental property renovations and in particular legal second suite conversions. Ken does permit drawings and project management and currently has 6 legal second suite bungalows under construction in Brantford and Hamilton.

Guest: Real Estate Investor, Ken Bekendam

Through his company King Homes Inc, Ken Bekendam helps and advises other investors with their portfolios through rental property renovations and in particular legal second suite conversions. Ken does permit drawings and project management and currently has 6 legal second suite bungalows under construction in Brantford and Hamilton.

In this episode learn about: 

– What is a legal basement conversion and how long can a project take from start to finish?
– Tips to meet building code requirements and the minor variance process.
– Where to find the information needed for zoning and drawings.  
– The benefits of real estate investing when life throws you curveballs.

As a young, millennial investor Ken got started investing personally in 2010. He and his partners (Dad and 2 brothers) own and manage a diverse portfolio of 50 plus rental units including student rentals, second suites, duplexes, triplexes, four-plexes, self-storage and container businesses. 

Ken lives on a hobby farm with his family and over 35 alpacas! 

Get in touch with Ken:

Website: 
Download his property verification checklist www.legalsecondsuites.com/checklist 
Facebook: 
https://www.facebook.com/kenbekendam
Twitter: 
https://twitter.com/kenbekendam


Applying the Entrepreneurial Mindset to Various Real Estate Investing Businesses



Dylan Suitor is an entrepreneur to the core! He is totally dedicated to offering his “Industry Best” expertise in residential real estate for clients in the Toronto, Oakville, Burlington and Milton areas. Whether buying a new dream home or selling their latest strategic residential business investment Dylan believes in helping his clients every step of the way. 

Guest: Real Estate Agent and Investor, Dylan Suitor

In this episode learn about: 
– How to close a deal with no money
– Managing multiple real estate businesses
– Top mistakes investors make when looking at or buying properties
– Tips on financing and refinancing your properties
– Insights into private banking

Dylan Suitor is an entrepreneur to the core! He is totally dedicated to offering his “Industry Best” expertise in residential real estate for clients in the Toronto, Oakville, Burlington and Milton areas. Whether buying a new dream home or selling their latest strategic residential business investment Dylan believes in helping his clients every step of the way. 

With more than a decade of continuously improving performance and results, he offers the ultimate customer service in meeting all key goals and deadlines for his clients and negotiating real winning results. 

Get it touch with Dylan:

Direct Email: 
dylansuitor@gmail.com
Business Email:dylan@elevationrealty.ca
Website: https://www.elevationrealty.ca