Monthly Archives: June 2022

Tricks from the Trade for Successful Renovations

June 30, 2022Podcastpodcastthereiteclub

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Guest: Van Sturgeon – Real Estate Investor and Mentor

In this episode you will learn about:

Overcome your fear of house renovations
The six-steps to a successful renovation project
Avoiding the pitfalls
Why hiring a mentor is your best investment
Tricks of the trade
Systems and processes for success

An experienced real estate investor and contractor for over 30 years, Van walks you through the renovation process from identifying a great deal, to funding options, setting goals and how to find – and work with – the right contractor.

Get in touch with Van Sturgeon:
Website: https://vansturgeon.com
Email: van@vansturgeon.com
Van is a real estate investor, home builder, renovator, general contractor and a high performance coach with over 30 years of experience in the real estate industry dedicated to helping new real estate investors overcome their fears of house renovations.

This episode has been brought to you in part by

Black Jack Contracting Inc – https://blackjackcontractinginc.ca
Elevation Realty – http://www.elevationrealty.ca
BM Select – https://bmselect.ca

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Jumping in at 21. Invest. Adapt. Evolve.

June 24, 2022Podcastpodcastthereiteclub

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In this episode you will learn about:

How to navigate the learning curve
What formal education and real life education taught her about REI
Why starting young was a true advantage
The most valuable things she’s learned along the way
Building your portfolio in different markets
How Rebecca structures her corporations
Getting started in REI – What to do when the bank says no

Guest: Rebecca Young

Rebecca Young reflects back on the lessons learned from purchasing her first property at age 21 with single-family dwellings and duplex BRRRRs to knowing when to step back to assess, reflect and restructure – allowing her to scale and build a portfolio with 41 units over 8 properties.

Get in touch with Rebecca:
Website: https://5to9.ca/
Email: rebecca@5to9.ca

This episode has been brought to you in part by
Elevation Realty – http://www.elevationrealty.ca/
Black Jack Contracting Inc – https://blackjackcontractinginc.ca/
BM Select – https://bmselect.ca/

Taking the Stress out of ‘Stress Tests’

June 17, 2022Podcastpodcastthereiteclub

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In this episode you will learn about:

What makes a good realtor for investors
A realtor’s tips for real estate investors
Investor-specific clauses to add to your agreements
Placing tenants – how to make sure they’re a good fit
Maximizing the market rents
Climbing the real estate investment financial ladder

Our guest this week, Derek McEwen walks you through the ins and outs of growing your portfolio from setting up your business, financing, choosing which strategy is right for you, finding partners and placing tenants – with tips to take the stress out of the process.

Get in touch with Derek McEwen:
Website: https://www.stormrealty.ca
Email: derek.mcewen@bell.net
With negotiating a core part of his career for over 30 years, this real estate investor and real estate investor-focused realtor is definitely the one you want negotiating for you.

This episode has been brought to you in part by
Inspire Beach Resort – https://liverealfactory.com/event/have-your-cake-and-eat-it-too-retreat
Elevation Realty – http://www.elevationrealty.ca
BM Select – https://bmselect.ca/

Going International – When, Where and How to Diversify your Portfolio

June 10, 2022Podcastpodcastthereiteclub

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Guests: Mel and Dave Dupuis

Mel and Dave are taking their innovative real estate investing financing formula outside of Canada. Listen in as they take you through their proven processes and strategies in choosing where, when and how to invest internationally.

In this episode you will learn about:

Why it makes sense to diversify your portfolio internationally
Hotspots they’re investing in – and why
What to look for when choosing an international country to invest in
Alternative financing options when investing outside of Canada
Coaches need coaches too – and why you do too
Best piece of advice they’ve ever received

Get in touch with Mel & Dave Dupuis:
Website: https://investormeldave.com/
Email: action@investormeldave.com

Investor Mel and Dave are innovative real estate investors and award-winning mentors who have SOLELY acquired over 220 apartments in only a few short years. Even during the pandemic in 2020, they purchased 119 units. Their strategy gives them the ability to purchase properties without using any of their own money or relying on joint ventures – which allows them to own 100% of the property – keeping 100% of the equity, cashflow, and appreciation.

This episode has been brought to you in part by

Black Jack Contracting Inc – https://blackjackcontractinginc.ca/
Inspire Beach Resort – https://liverealfactory.com/event/have-your-cake-and-eat-it-too-retreat/
Butler Mortgage – https://www.butlermortgage.ca/

How they did it! Canadians investing in Costa Rica

June 3, 2022Podcastpodcastthereiteclub

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Guest: Francois & Jennifer Lanthier

Francois and Jennifer walk you through the steps for Canadians investing in Costa Rica and the lessons they learned along the way.

In this episode you will learn about:

the attraction for Canadians to invest in Costa Rica
what Canadians need to know about:
- owning property in Costa Rica
- banking and financing
- diversity of currency
- property management
- taxes, accounting, and legalities
- whether to incorporate or not to incorporate
- how to choose and build your team

Get in touch with Francois & Jennifer Lanthier:
Website: https://flhomescorp.wixsite.com
Email: flhomescorp@gmail.com

With a plan, bringing together the right mentors, team and community by putting in the blood, sweat and equity – Francois and Jennifer have built a multi-national investment portfolio, including mentor and coaching programs to help others also become successful investors, hosts of their own popular and fun ‘Wine and Real Estate’ Podcast, becoming Creative Financing Masters as they scaled from 5 to (currently) 42 properties.

This episode has been brought to you in part by
Legal Second Suites – https://legalsecondsuites.com
Private $ 4 Mortgages – http://privatemoney4mortgages.com
BM Select – https://bmselect.ca/

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Monthly Archives: June 2022

Tricks from the Trade for Successful Renovations

Jumping in at 21. Invest. Adapt. Evolve.

Taking the Stress out of ‘Stress Tests’

Going International – When, Where and How to Diversify your Portfolio

How they did it! Canadians investing in Costa Rica