Category Archives: Education

Noises, Voices and Facing Big Challenges



Laurel Simmons bought her first investment rental property in the early 80s when she really didn’t know what she was doing. Fast-forward to today, along with her husband, Daniel St-Jean, Laurel is a partner in Safe and Sound Real Estate Investment Group which specializes in rent-to-own with over 50 properties.

Guest: Laurel Simmons, The REITE Club Co-Founder and Real Estate Investor

In this episode learn about:
– Facing big challenges on your projects
– What the biggest voice says and its effects
– Tips on how to get positive reinforcements

Laurel Simmons bought her first investment rental property in the early 80s when she really didn’t know what she was doing. Fast-forward to today, along with her husband, Daniel St-Jean, Laurel is a partner in Safe and Sound Real Estate Investment Group which specializes in rent-to-own with over 50 properties. 

She’s a Co-Founder of The REITE Club and is affectionately known as the Grounding member because she holds the other Co-Founder’s toes to the fire to help make sure the club’s events are the best they can possibly be.

Laurel spent over three decades working in the consulting world both with hi-tech and government organizations. She traveled the world as a consultant, speaker and trainer and now she’s travelling to where she wants to go WHEN she wants to go and for as LONG she wants to go without in any way having to worry about her clients.

To get in touch with Laurel: 
Email Laurel at laurel@thereiteclub.com

Laurels Upcoming Book Laurel’s upcoming book The Why Factor – Why I Eat and Drink My Way Around the World and Why You Can Too will be released soon. Go to www.TheWhyFactorBook to be notified when and you’ll get free access to a short audio called What’s Your Story?


How To Attract All The Money You Want With Dave Dubeau



Dave Dubeau is a Real Estate Entrepreneur, Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and Investor Attraction Expert based in Kamloops, B.C. Canada. He began his real estate investing career in 2003 by doing 18 ‘creative’ flips in 18 months. He later switched his focus to client-first rent to own deals, and nowadays he invests in multi-family (apartment building) properties. 

Dave has been educating others on his 5 Step Investor Attraction Process. He helps real estate entrepreneurs grow their portfolios significantly and in record time. 

DON’T MISS our upcoming FREE REITE CLUB Webinar with Dave Dubeau March 28th. Visit: http://reiteclubclass.com

Guest: Real Estate Entrepreneur, Best-Selling Author, Speaker, and Investor Attraction Expert Dave Dubeau

In this episode learn about: 
 – How to find money 
– How to raise capital from other people to do more deals
– What you must avoid doing when raising capital
– Specifics steps to get started raising money
– How to do your very first JV deal 
– And much more!

Get it touch with Dave: 

Website:https://davedubeau.com/home
Book Dave for a Chat:http://www.bookachatwithdave.com

DON’T MISS our upcoming FREE REITE CLUB Webinar with Dave Dubeau March 28th. Visit: http://reiteclubclass.com

More about Dave:
Dave understands that over 80% of Real Estate Entrepreneurs get stuck with  3 or less properties in their portfolio. They want to grow, but they don’t know how to attract investors and raise capital, which is why he has decided make helping frustrated, Capital-strapped Real Estate Entrepreneurs his life’s work. 
Dave is also the founder of the first and only done-for-you investor attraction marketing service for Real Estate Entrepreneurs in the world . . . The Money Partner Formula™


Scaling Up Your Portfolio With The Right Lenders with Claire Drage



Claire spoke at our March 20th, 2019 Anniversary Event, and is a regular attendee and speaker for all our other monthly events hosting the “News You Can Use” segments.

Claire is also partnering up with the REITE club on May 4th for our commercial and multifamily workshop. You do not want to miss this!

Check it out at  https://thereiteclub.com/multifamilyfinance/

Guest: Real Estate Investor and Mortgage Broker, Claire Drage

In this podcast episode learn about: 
– How to find an ideal mortgage broker 
– How to scale up your portfolio with the right lenders
– Top mistakes new investors make when it comes to financing 
– How to pick your power team
–  What is a Purview report? (Probably one of the best kept secrets many investors aren’t aware of)

More about Claire: As a licensed Mortgage Agent (and also an investor herself) for over 14 years, Claire has extensive experience in all fields of mortgage financing and lending.  Interest rates and preferences for types of mortgages can change daily.   As a Mortgage Broker, Claire keeps herself and her team current and always knows which lender to approach first.  As a result, she obtains some of the best mortgage rates available and she doesn’t charge a fee!

Originally from England, Claire was a resident of Spain for 11 years before moving to Canada over 12 years ago. Since she is not Canadian born, Claire understands the challenges for new immigrants to Canada, and has arranged many mortgages for clients new to Ontario.

Claire calls Oakville home, but has been very active arranging low rate mortgages for clients across the province.

Get it touch with Claire: 

Phone Number: 289-800-9620
Email:investor@yourmortgageoptions.ca
Website:http://www.mortgagealliance.com/ClaireDrage
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClaireDrageTheWindroseGroup/


How to Develop 300+ Units From Raw Land with Brett Nodwell



Brett Nodwell is a Dad to two wonderful high school students. A Husband to a very understanding and amazing wife.

Currently, he has 2 properties in various stages of development with 310 units to be built and one more under contract in the due diligence phase with 400+ units potential.

Guest: Real Estate Broker and Mortgage Broker, Brett Nodwell 

Primary Investment Strategy: Land Development

Portfolio:  70 properties

In this episode learn about: 
– 3 key elements of Land Development
– Critical traits to look for in your team
– How to raise capital to finance your projects
– Important things to determine whether its a good investment or not
– The risks of doing land developments

To get it touch with Brett: 

Instagram:  @brettnodwell  @ghdinc   @bildwellfinancial
Facebook:www.facebook.com/BrettNodwellBroker
LinkedIn:www.linkedin.com/in/brett-nodwell
E-Mail: brett@ghdi.ca
Mortgage:www.OneStopMortgageShop.ca

More about Brett:
Brett is not only licensed but trained and experienced to assist with both your residential and investment property sale, purchase & financing. As the Broker of Record and co-owner of Mortgage Alliance – Bildwell Financial AND a real estate broker, Brett has been able to surround himself with some of the top professionals from both industries. This team approach has allowed him to build long-term client relationships and to focus on making buying or selling their homes a straightforward and more enjoyable experience.

Principal Broker / Co-Owner at Mortgage Alliance – Bildwell Financial Inc in Guelph. (Brokering since 2002). Broker at Home Group Realty Inc. (Previously Owner of Peak Precision Realty Inc and sold 5 years ago to Home Group – REALTOR® since 2003). Vice-President at Georgian Huron Developments . President and co-founder of Kingwell Fine Homes (Will be a Tarion licensed builder…when lots are ready to go). President and Founder of BRAMER Financial Inc. (The umbrella of all of his companies including property management, condo management, and soon to be a FinTech for investors). Vice-President of the Guelph Greens and Chair of the Nomination committee. (Helped Mike Schreiner become the first Green MPP in Ontario).

He is also a mentor with Business Development Bank of Canada and a learning Facilitator with Baseball Canada & Ontario Baseball.


How to Burn Your Mortgage with Sean Cooper



Sean Cooper bought his first house when he was just 27 and paid off his mortgage at 30. An in-demand personal finance journalist, best-selling author and speaker, his articles have been featured in publications such as the Toronto StarGlobe and MailFinancial PostMoneySense  and  Tangerine’s Forward Thinking blog.

He makes regular appearances on national radio and television shows to discuss personal finance, real estate, mortgages, pensions, and retirement planning. He lives debt-free in Toronto.

Guest: Personal Finance Journalist, Bestselling Author, Sean Cooper

In this episode learn about: 
– Why is it important to keep eye on your credit score
– Tips on funding your mortgage 
– Easiest ways to come up with a downpayment
– The 3 mortgage P’s (Penalty, Prepayment, Portability)

To get it touch with Sean you can email  him at  SeanCooperWriter@gmail.com, call his phone number 647-867-3711 or visit his website at https://seancooperwriter.com

More about Sean Cooper:
Sean is a fee-only money coach, specializing in budgetingdebt management and pensions. He is independent and unbiased — he’s not going to try to sell you investments. He provides simple, yet practical advice on saving money without sacrificing the things you love.


Working with Your Spouse to Build a Successful Real Estate Investing Business with Alex and Kaely Pal



Alex & Kaely are real estate investors, realtors, entrepreneurs, husband and wife duo and the founders Pal Property Solutions. Through their investing journey, they have seen and gone through many of the challenges that both new and seasoned investors face on a day-to-day basis.

Guests: Real Estate Investors, Alex & Kaely Pal

Primary Investment Strategy: BRRR Strategy

Portfolio:  12 owned properties

In this episode learn about: 
– Quick tips and tricks to use on your contractor to work
– Advantages of spending you reno-budget
– Putting your goals together with your JV/business partner

To get it touch with Alex and Kaely you can email them at apal@palpropertysolutions.com for Alex and kpal@palpropertysolutions.com for Kaely or visit their website at www.palpropertysolutions.com

More about Alex and Kaely:
Alex & Kaely have a strong belief in creating and maintaining relationships and they work together to help individuals work towards financial freedom. Being investors themselves, they know of the joys and pains of watching a project come to fruition.

Whether it’s finding the right deal, obtaining the proper permits from city hall, or coordinating construction and trades we’ve learned some tricks of the trade. Their goal is to help others achieve their own goals through real estate investing and show you a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to get you there.


Maximizing Cashflow by Maximizing Mindset with Ryan DeLaurentis



Ryan DeLaurentis is a commercial & multi-family real estate investor in Ontario. His company, DCI properties, focuses primarily on cash flow first investing. He purchases most of his properties with JV partners looking to supplement their income, prepare for retirement, or who just want a hands-off real estate investment with above-average returns.


Guest:
 Real Estate Investor, Ryan DeLaurentis

Primary Investment Strategy: Joint Venture Multi-family Investing

Portfolio:  20 properties, plus flips and wholesale deals

In this episode learn about: 
– Ways to maximize cashflow on MFPs
– Building your network
– Benefits of joining networking events
– Tips on finding deals

Get in touch with Ryan by email at ryan@dciproperties.ca

More about Ryan:
Ryan and his wife have been investing in the London area for the past couple of years.  They are also very involved in their community and try to give back to local charities and dog shelters whenever they can.


Mastering the Game of Money Through Real Estate with Limor Markman



Limor Markman is a real estate investor & money expert with properties across Canada leveraging multiple investing strategies. After a decade in the banking industry, she now travels across the country teaching the basics of real estate investing.

Her goal is to show young women everywhere that each and every one of us can achieve financial independence.

Guest: Real Estate Investor – Money Expert, Limor Markman

Primary Investment Strategy: Private Lending

In this episode learn about: 
– How banking Industry works
– Private Lending/Private Mortgages
– pros and cons of doing Private Lending/Private Mortgages

Get in touch with Limor: 
Website:
http://limor.money

Twitter 
@limor_markman

Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO8E0vvhLYj2490SU2ov9fQ

More about Limor:
Limor began educating herself in real estate and always kept a keen eye on growing money faster and generating passive income. Two and a half years into her real estate venture, Limor was able to leave her six figure corporate job with real estate funding her life.


Finding Your Why as a Real Estate Investor – Laurel Simmons REITE Club Co-Founder



Laurel Simmons bought her first investment rental property in the early 80s when she really didn’t know what she was doing. Fast-forward to today, and along with her husband, Daniel St-Jean, Laurel is a partner in Safe and Sound Real Estate Investment Group which specializes in rent-to-own properties. She’s also the Grounding member of The REITE Club team – she holds the Founder’s toes to the fire and helps make sure the club’s events are the best they can possibly be.

Guest: The REITE Club Co-Founder, Laurel Simmons

Primary Investment Strategy: Joint Venture, Rent to Own

Portfolio: Owned 60+ properties, 35 LTO deals

In this episode learn about: 
– How to find your “WHY” as an Investor
– Biggest investors mistake on defining their strategy 
– Importance of taking down notes

To get in touch with Laurel: Visit her website www.sasreig.com or email Laurel directly at laurelrsimmons@gmail.com.

More about Laurel:
Laurel has spent over three decades working in the consulting world both with hi-tech and government organizations. She’s travelled the world as a consultant, speaker and trainer and finally, she’s travelling to where she wants to go WHEN she wants to go and for as LONG she wants to go without in any way having to worry about her clients.


How to Invest In Rent-to-Own Using Other People’s Assets and None of Your Own Money – Daniel St-Jean REITE Club Co-Founder



Daniel St Jean has been in “sales & marketing” in one form all of his adult life. And in the last 25 years, he has bought, started, or sold ten different businesses. He has been a professional photographer, a publisher of educational material, calendars and greeting cards, the owner of a framing shop & art gallery, a professional tour guide, an independent distributor of health products, a speaker, a trainer, and a teacher. He has also written two published books; his first one became a Canadian bestseller in 1992.

Guest: The REITE Club Co-Founder, Daniel St Jean

Primary Investment Strategy: Joint Venture, Rent to Own

Portfolio: Owned 60+ properties, 35 LTO deals

In this episode learn about: 
– What is OPA (Other People’s Assets)
– How to tap into other peoples assests
– Learn about ROI and using OPA to grow your wealth
– The importance of networking to expand your business (Join, Attend, Network)

To get in touch with Daniel: Visit his website www.sasreig.com or email him at daniel@thereiteclub.com

More about Daniel:
Together with his wife Laurel Simmons, they have generated millions of dollars of business for their clients, customers, affiliates, and themselves. They’re very enthusiastic about achieving that level of success with the people who know them. THey love to help others, which is one of the main reasons why they LOVE their Tenant-First Lease-to-Own program. This has to be the best win-win-win situation they’ve ever created.