Here are the top 3 lessons I wish I knew when I first started investing in real estate 20 years ago.

After two decades in the market, I’ve seen it all—rising prices, market crashes, bad tenants, and great deals. But the biggest lessons I’ve learned could save you thousands and help you make smarter investment decisions.

Of course, I've learned a lot more than just 3 lessons, so if you want to chat more about your journey, let's chat for a quick 15-minute zoom call by clicking here:

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📌 In this video, I’ll cover:

✔️ Why cash flow is king (and why speculation can be risky)

✔️ How leverage can work for or against you

✔️ Why cheap properties aren’t always the best deals

If you’re thinking about investing in real estate or scaling your portfolio, these insights will help you avoid costly mistakes and invest with confidence.

What’s the biggest lesson YOU’VE learned in real estate investing?

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Everywhere you look, headlines scream that Toronto’s condo market is crashing. Interest rates are high, condo prices are dropping, and investors are caught in the middle. But what’s really going on behind the scenes?

In this video, we explore how banks and government intervention are shaping the Toronto real estate market, why condos are no longer an easy investment, and what this means if you’re caught in the middle.

We’ll cover:

✅ Why condos aren’t selling

Join me at Broadview Table Talks, where we unpack Toronto’s complicated real estate dynamics with straightforward talk and practical advice.

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Thinking of backing out of a real estate deal? Whether it’s a pre-construction condo, a resale home, or a commercial property, walking away from a legally binding contract can have serious consequences. In this video, I break down the legal, financial, and strategic options you have if you’re struggling to close.

- What happens to your deposit?

- Can you be sued for more than your deposit?

- What if market values have dropped?

- Can you assign or negotiate your way out?

Watch until the end for real-life case studies and practical solutions. If you’re in this situation and need advice, book a free 15-minute call using the link below.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro: Can You Back Out of a Real Estate Deal?

00:48 – Common Scenarios Where Buyers Default

02:08 – Why It's Happening So Much Nowa

03:10 – The Ramifications Of Walking Away

04:15 – What Actually Happens If You Don't Close?

06:36 – Alternative Solutions

07:27 – Why You Can’t Advertise Pre-Construction Assignments on MLS

08:58 – Real-Life Cases: Buyers Losing Big for Backing Out

11:09 – Common Reasons Why Buyers Need to Back Out

11:51 – Can You back Out If You Discover Issues After Waiving Conditions?

13:28 – Backing Out Of A Pre-construction Condo Deal

14:20 – What If the Seller Won’t Let You Out?

15:36 – Final Thoughts & Next Steps

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Are houses finally becoming affordable in Toronto? With interest rates expected to drop and condo inventory surging, buyers have more options than ever. But is it the right time to jump into the market, or should you wait?

In this episode of Broadview Table Talks, we break down the latest trends in Toronto real estate, including:

• Interest rate predictions and their impact on home prices

• Why trade-up buyers are dominating the market right now

• The looming condo supply surge in 2025 and its effects on pricing

• How government policies and economic shifts may influence the market

• Alternative homeownership options, including laneway and garden suites

We also discuss whether the long-term fundamentals of the Toronto market remain strong and why waiting for a massive crash might not be realistic.

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Timestamps:

0:00 – Intro and preamble

0:38 – Are houses actually becoming affordable now?

1:51 – Market stats: Sales volume, inventory surge, and buyer sentiment

2:52 – The impact of Trump tariffs on the Canadian economy

5:38 – Inflation, monetary policy, and housing price stability

6:44 – Why long-term homebuyers should ignore short-term market fluctuations

7:37 – Difference between investors and end users in today’s market

9:25 – The risks of renting vs. the stability of homeownership

10:02 – Inflation and why housing prices will likely continue to rise

10:32 – Is now a good time to buy or invest?

12:35 – Why trade-up buyers are dominating the market right now

13:53 – What’s happening with the condo market?

14:32 – Why a 50% price drop is unrealistic and market crashes are unlikely

17:11 – Will condo prices keep dropping in 2025?

18:34 – The upcoming supply shortage by 2027 and beyond

19:44 – Alternative homeownership options: Garden suites and laneway housing

21:40 – Closing remarks: Long-term real estate as a stable investment

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Investing in condos just isn’t cutting it anymore in 2025. Rental incomes don't align with the monthly cost. In this video, we reveal the ultimate strategy that’s turning heads in the investment world: 4+1 multiplexes.

Join me on-site with developer Jayden Haywood from River Developments, as we visit one of his active projects nearing completion—a 4-unit multiplex in the main house with 1 laneway suite. We will break down everything you need to know about this new game-changing approach. We'll walk investors through the project from start to finish on multiplex projects.

We’ll cover:

✔️ Why 4+1 multiplexes outperform condos as investments in Toronto

If you’re ready to pivot to a real estate strategy that actually works in today’s market, this is the video for you.

👉 Watch now to learn how to make your Toronto real estate investments great again!

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Discover how the new CMHC policy changes, including the increased borrowing limit to $1.5M, will impact Toronto’s real estate market. We discuss affordability, rental demand trends, and predictions for the market’s future, including a potential boom by 2027. Stay ahead of the curve with insights into high mortgage rates, immigration policies, and housing supply challenges.

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Donald Trump sounds great for business people and investors, but maybe that only holds true in America. How is it going to affect Canada, and specifically the housing market here?

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I guess it's happened to others before. And I realize that I should not have given as much information to the scammer as I did, but of course that's easy to see in hindsight.

Here's the thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/PersonalFinanceCanada/comments/18dzrty/td_bank_suspicious_call_did_i_get_scammed/

Anyway, beware of scammers out there. Whether it's online banking, tenant fraud, or anything worse.

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How can young adults approach their parents for down payment assistance in Toronto’s challenging real estate market? Mikayla Thompson shares her experience saving while living with her parents. We talk about strategies like co-signing and contributing to down payments, the importance of planning, and the benefits of homeownership over renting.

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With the dropping mortgage rates and new CMHC rules, is now the right time to buy or sell? Join us we get into the latest stats for September 2024 and break down what this all means to potential home buyers and sellers.

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