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How Live-In Flips Led To A Successful Portfolio

Education, Investing, Podcast, Real Estate, Real Estate Investing, Real Estate Investor, REITE Club, The REITE Club

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Guest: Francois Lanthier, Real Estate Investor
What would you do to get started in real estate? Would you take action or end up with analysis paralysis and not start at all? This week’s guest Francois Lanthier, Real Estate Investor decided to take action by living in his own flip projects. He did this on 3 different occasions over 6 years and then decided to make a change to the long term wealth creation strategy of multi-family.Francois provides insights and advice on how to scale your portfolio. He also shares how he has involved his family with real estate investing and that his kids are excited to get started when they are able. His main message is that you need to have a strong why to help you through the hard times and taking action by starting with one house and going from there.

In this episode you will learn about:
– Mortgage options and strategies for flips
– Financing tips for multi-family properties
– Strategies for approaching buyers with VTBs
– Tips for involving the family
– Self manage vs. property management
– Strategies for finding and dealing with tenants
– The 1% Rule

François Lanthier has been investing in real estate for the past 15 years but with a much heavier focus in the past 2 years after discovering the REITE Club. His portfolio is mostly centred around secondary markets where he’s found the ROI to be exceptional. He now has several multi-unit properties and in different provinces.He is an experienced Marketing and Communications professional with a demonstrated history of working in various industries such as real estate, interior design, consumer goods, professional services, healthcare and much more. He is skilled in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Sales, Management, Business Development, and Social Media, SEM and email marketing through automated campaigns on Pardot and MailChimp.

Together with his wife and children, he’s building generational wealth with his company FL Homes Corp (Famille Lanthier Corporation).

Get in touch with Francois:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100005340579857
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fl_homes_corp/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/francoislanthier/

This episode has been brought to you in part by:
White Elm Design Build – https://www.whiteelmdesignbuild.com/Elevation Realty – http://www.elevationrealty.ca/

Butler Mortgage – https://www.butlermortgage.ca/

Actions Toward Living Healthier & More Fulfilled Lifestyles

Education, Podcast, Real Estate, Real Estate Investing, The REITE Club

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Wendy Dodds was a formerly overweight, tired and uninspired mom, who was going through the typical everyday motions with outward smiles and inward screams. She decided this was not how her story was going to end. So, she ditched the excuses, surrounded herself with the right people, filled her body with the best nutrition, and finally got her life together in every way imagined.

Guest: Wendy Dodds, Success Coach & Freedom Finder

Wendy Dodds was a formerly overweight, tired and uninspired mom, who was going through the typical everyday motions with outward smiles and inward screams. She decided this was not how her story was going to end. So, she ditched the excuses, surrounded herself with the right people, filled her body with the best nutrition, and finally got her life together in every way imagined.

Now a passionate Fitness Coach & Instructor, Global Networker, Online Business Owner and Motivational Influencer, Wendy is a former HR professional, spending 17 years on the corporate side, and five years ago overcame her own personal struggles physically and mentally. She spends her time helping people across the globe transform their lives physically and financially, to live a life of unbridled awesomeness. 

Living in Ottawa, Canada with her husband and two teen girls, Wendy has helped hundreds of women unleash their infinite potential, while helping them get fantastically healthy and live a life of true abundance and freedom.

 
In this episode learn about: 

– Top 3 things people struggle with today
– Things to do everyday to feel passionate and excited
– Intermittent fasting and why it is important
– Morning ritual tips
– Tips to figure out your why

To get in touch with Wendy:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedoddsylife/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedoddsylife
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendydodds/
Email:  wendy@thedoddsylife
Website: www.thedoddsylife.com

How Goals Can Dictate Your Investing Strategy

Education, Podcast, Real Estate, Real Estate Investing, The REITE Club

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Tim Tsai is a full-time investor currently living in Edmonton, AB. He began his real estate career as a Rich Dad/Legacy student in 2010 and has been the advanced trainer for Lease Options in Canada.

Guest: Tim Tsai, Real Estate Investor, Mentor & Coach

Tim Tsai is a full-time investor currently living in Edmonton, AB. He began his real estate career as a Rich Dad/Legacy student in 2010 and has been the advanced trainer for Lease Options in Canada.

With years working in the corporate environment and experiences in running other traditional businesses, Tim knew there had to be “smarter” ways to generate income and create long-term wealth.

After attending Rich Dad Education’s 3-day basic training, he decided to take his financial future into his own hands with the enrollment of their largest training package. After a few core courses, Tim received a boost from mentorship and said “that’s when life really got put on the fast track!” As a result, he was able to not only pay for his entire training tuition with his 1st deal but also successfully exited the rat race 2 years after his first training.

In the past few years of his real estate investing career, Tim has worked in various Canadian and US markets using a variety of strategies – income properties in single- and multi-family units, lease options (both residential and commercial), bridge financing, rehab, wholesale, infill development, and mobile home parks, etc.

In 2017, with the network he’s built, Tim also started investing in the UK.

In this episode learn about: 

– What are lease options
– Finding your why
– Finding deals
– Raising capital tips
– What is OPM?

Building Systems & Relationships for Successful BRRRRs

Education, Podcast, Real Estate, Real Estate Investing, The REITE Club

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At 24 years of age, Austin has used his unique investment strategy to grow his real estate portfolio to over 7 properties. He began in September 2018 starting with an initial investment of $50,000, with holdings in Windsor and Toronto and now has over $2mil assets under management, generating over $125,000 in yearly revenue.

Guest: Austin Yeh, Real Estate Investor

At 24 years of age, Austin has used his unique investment strategy to grow his real estate portfolio to over 7 properties. He began in September 2018 starting with an initial investment of $50,000, with holdings in Windsor and Toronto and now has over $2mil assets under management, generating over $125,000 in yearly revenue. 

Austin started exploring the world of real estate investing after reading the classic book, “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” by Robert Kiyosaki. At the age of 23, he purchased his first property in Windsor, Ontario without having the right systems, teams, knowledge, or education in place. 

Putting his entire life savings in the investment, as well as borrowing money from his mother, father, and girlfriend, made Austin’s first real estate investment an extremely stressful experience.

Although the deal was still profitable, Austin learned from the mistakes he made in his first investment and decided to spend hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars building his real estate IQ with the help of some of the most respected Canadian real estate investors.

Fast forward and Austin has spoken in front of an audience of over 300 investors at one of the largest real estate conferences in Ontario and has founded the RISE Network which has grown to over 300 members and has attracted over 70+ attendees in the monthly events.

In this episode learn about: 
– Managing properties from out of town
– Organizing the renovation processes
– Hiring people and building a team
– 7 Degrees of Why
– Structuring Joint Venture Partnerships
 

Great Ways to Deal with Stress and Uncertainty

Education, Podcast, Real Estate, Real Estate Investing, The REITE Club

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Dr. Colleen McQuarrie founded the Ottawa Integrative Health Centre in 2004 and continues her role as the Clinic Director while practicing as a full-time Naturopathic Doctor. Her primary focus is family health, fertility, prenatal care, menopause, pediatrics and functional neurology. In 2010, she was awarded the Ottawa Business Journals “Top Forty under 40” award.

Guest: Dr. Colleen McQuarrie, ND – Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Colleen McQuarrie founded the Ottawa Integrative Health Centre in 2004 and continues her role as the Clinic Director while practicing as a full-time Naturopathic Doctor. Her primary focus is family health, fertility, prenatal care, menopause, pediatrics and functional neurology. In 2010, she was awarded the Ottawa Business Journals “Top Forty under 40” award.

With over 15 years as a practicing Naturopathic Doctor, Colleen is passionate about health and provides seminars, workshops and lectures to special interest groups, as well as, medical students and the private industry.

Colleen has been a member of both the provincial and national Naturopathic Associations (OAND and CAND) since her days as a student. She remains engaged in her profession by acting as the Chair for the Board of Governors at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (www.ccnm.edu).

In this episode learn about: 

  • Managing stress levels
  • Sleep hygiene and sleep strategies
  • Whole foods and their benefits
  • Establishing routines
  • Power of meditation

Understanding Property Management From an Expert

Education, Podcast, Real Estate, Real Estate Investing, The REITE Club

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Georgio Kosmidis has been managing people and assets for over 21 years. He is a firm believer that people and assets go hand in hand, in fact the people you lead are your greatest assets. He is the President of Arthex Property Management, a third generation Property Management Firm serving the GTA since 1972. They manage various properties from single family homes, condos, multi residential and industrial properties in the Peel, Halton and Niagara regions.

Guest: Georgio Kosmidis, Real Estate Investor & Property Manager 

Georgio Kosmidis has been managing people and assets for over 21 years. He is a firm believer that people and assets go hand in hand, in fact the people you lead are your greatest assets. He is the President of Arthex Property Management, a third generation Property Management Firm serving the GTA since 1972. They manage various properties from single family homes, condos, multi residential and industrial properties in the Peel, Halton and Niagara regions. 

Arthex’s mission is to provide a “harmonious”, safe, and peaceful environment insuring a financially secure future for all of the corporations that they manage. Quality Service is not the main objective in the company, it is the “only” objective. They aspire to amaze their owners, members, clients and tenants with the highest level of management expertise. They place their highest value in the relationships they hold with each and every individual associated with their firm.

Arthex is proud to be an ACMO, CCI, and IHM corporate member and has successfully obtained the prestigious ACMO 2000 Certification which distinguishes professional property management firms. They are pleased to have an A+ Better Business Bureau Rating. Arthex Property Management has registered and is licensed by the C.M.R.A.O along with all its managers ensuring they are in compliance with the new and updated Condominium Act.

In this episode learn about:

– Property management
– Tenant communication
– What your property manager should be doing
– Managing your own property vs. managing with a property manager
– Screening clients

To get in touch with Georgio:
Website: https://www.arthex.ca
Phone: 905-340-0622
Toll Free: 1-866-573-3878
Email: info@arthex.ca

Successfully Managing Real Estate Investments From Out of Town

Podcast, Real Estate, Real Estate Investing, The REITE Club

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Jared Henderson was born and raised in Montreal but started investing in Niagara Falls in 2012 by purchasing 2 condo conversions. Since then, he has nicely grown his portfolio to 6 properties in Hamilton, St Catharine’s and Peterborough.

Guest: Jared Henderson, Real Estate Investor 

Jared Henderson was born and raised in Montreal but started investing in Niagara Falls in 2012 by purchasing 2 condo conversions. Since then, he has nicely grown his portfolio to 6 properties in Hamilton, St Catharine’s and Peterborough. 

Today, Jared’s portfolio consists of student rentals and some duplexes. Being from out of town, he relies on his property management team to take care of his properties and it allows him to spend only 10-20 hours per week on real estate. 

This episode dives into Jared’s history investing in real estate, the advantages of student rentals, the challenges that come from investing at a distance and where he sees his real estate investing business headed. 

Jared continues to work a 9 am-5 pm job at his family business in sheet metal. This brings him to Ontario for business meetings which allows him to check up on his properties.  

In this episode learn about:
– Peterborough investing insights
– Managing student rentals
– Pros and cons of duplexes vs. student rentals
– Advantages of student rentals
– Tenant screening tips
– Finding joint venture partners
– Strategies for managing out of town properties

To get in touch with Jared:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaredh55/

Crisis Updates for Real Estate Investors – April 21st

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In this special episode of The Reite Club Podcast, Sarah Larbi & Alfonso Salemi share their uncensored thoughts and opinions on the current market and how to prepare for the future for real estate investors during the chaos of the COVID 19 pandemic.

Hosts: Sarah Larbi & Alfonso Salemi

In this special episode of The Reite Club Podcast, Sarah Larbi & Alfonso Salemi share their uncensored thoughts and opinions on the current market and how to prepare for the future for real estate investors during the chaos of the COVID 19 pandemic.

This episode dives into various topics and opinions including an update on Kayla Andrade’s Ontario Landlord United lobby group, the struggles small landlords are facing and the possible outcomes, how Airbnb is providing assistance to their landlords and the possibility of a rent subsidy bank.

Feel free to agree or disagree with the thoughts and opinions discussed in this episode. This is for the purposes of sharing information during these unprecedented times.

Reach out to us if you are interested in being interviewed for a 5-10 minute segment to share your experiences with your current portfolio to keep the conversation going.

In this episode learn about: 

– Ontario Landlord Watch/United update
– The struggles of small landlords
– Airbnb Grants
– Rent subsidy bank

Crisis Updates for Real Estate Investors

Education, Podcast, Real Estate, Real Estate Investing, The REITE Club

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In this special episode of The Reite Club Podcast, Sarah Larbi & Alfonso Salemi share their uncensored thoughts and opinions on the current market for real estate investors during the chaos of the COVID 19 pandemic.

TRC Special Episode (1)

Hosts: Sarah Larbi & Alfonso Salemi

In this special episode of The Reite Club Podcast, Sarah Larbi & Alfonso Salemi share their uncensored thoughts and opinions on the current market for real estate investors during the chaos of the COVID 19 pandemic.

This episode dives into various topics and opinions including why interest rates are plummeting but mortgage rates are not, variable vs. fixed mortgages, why a savings buffer is important, why you should or should not defer your mortgage and the implications to your credit score.

Feel free to agree or disagree with the thoughts and opinions discussed in this episode. This is for the purposes of sharing information during these unprecedented times.

In this episode learn about: 

– Interest rates vs. Mortgage rates
– Mortgage deferrals
– Importance of savings
– Taking control of your credit
– Advanceable mortgages

The Secrets to Successful Flips from The Fruitful Investor

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Mat Piche is a real estate investor and agent specializing in the Kitchener-Waterloo region and through his regular eating of a whole food plant-based diet has also become known as  “The Fruitful Investor” with which he has built his brand. Mat is also a skilled carpenter in residential renovations. 

Guest: Mat Piche, Real Estate Investor, Carpenter and Realtor
 
Mat Piche is a real estate investor and agent specializing in the Kitchener-Waterloo region and through his regular eating of a whole food plant-based diet has also become known as  “The Fruitful Investor” with which he has built his brand. Mat is also a skilled carpenter in residential renovations. 
Mat bought his first investment property on his 22nd birthday. This purchase marked a major turning point in his life, giving him the confidence he needed to quit his job and start his own renovation company strictly for other investors. Mat’s innovative renovation methods for saving client’s money set him apart from his competitors and earned him the respect of many local investors, allowing him to build strong relationships and connections with them. 

Going from broke carpenter at 20 years old to now owning 23 properties by the age of 30, his own portfolio did mostly comprise of single family homes but more recently he has been expanding into multiplex units, student housing and flips. Scaling his business accelerated by working with joint venture partners, all of whom he has attracted through his YouTube channel and social media activity.

Mat is now focused on helping more people also create freedom in their lives by owning quality investment properties by specializing, educating and helping them through his podcast, videos, coaching and The Fruitful Investing Academy. His real estate investing life has enabled him to have the freedom to follow his passion for travelling and eating fruit around the world. 

 
 You will learn about:
– Pros and cons to having a realtor license as an investor
– Basic principles and strategies when making deals
– Incentives for trades  
– More than Money Mondays
– Investing pitfalls