Axel interviews Serujan Kaneshalingam, mortgage broker specialized in alternative solutions, to talk about the best way to finance your deals. 

Considering the situation the market is in, there are lots of deals out there. It is a question of how you structure them and how you finance them. Alternative financing and private solutions are both an excellent option to finance your real estate investments.

Serujan helps clients and partners find alternative financing regardless of their situation. 60 Day Notice, Debt Consolidation, Flips, Real Estate Investments, Purchase-Redemption, etc.

What is alternative financing? Simply put, alternative financing is funding that’s available outside of traditional major banks. It gives founders more flexibility and variety for choosing solutions for financial services. 

Serujan and Axel talk about private lenders. They dive deep into the importance of finding private lenders that are good at their job, the difference between traditional lending and private lending, and how to manage your financing in times of recession.

If you need to renew your mortgage, dive in! Serujan shares tips on how to do it.

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In this special episode Axel interviews David Greenspan, real estate coach, to talk about the power of real human connection and “go forward'' way of thinking. Axel and David not only will help you grow your real estate business but will help you thrive in every aspect of your life.

David and Axel talk about the importance of real human connection. They dive deep into how you can break out of isolation and move forward into real life, the importance of connecting to create opportunities, why we should all be nice to each other and be kind no matter what.

Furthermore they converse about why being inclusive and having a “wanting to learn” mindset is key when going to events, the importance of stepping out of ego and judgment, and the value of making each experience a positive one. 

“Be who you are and the experience will be real” Stay Tuned!

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In this episode Axel interviews Mickael Badra, Partner at Atimco to talk about the benefits of a one-stop solution provider taking charge of your entire project.

ATIMCO is a one-stop solution provider for real estate investors. At this one-stop business, clients can get multiple services from just one supplier. The business strategy behind it is to provide convenience and efficiency to clients, gaining loyalty as well as revenue. 

Mickael and Axel talk about Atimco and what they focus on. They dive deep into the journey all the way from Habitations Atlas to scaling and growing ATIMCO into a company with more than 500 units, how Atimco structures their services, and the benefits of having rental property management and how it works. 

You will learn how to scale a business, how to handle a big team, and all the benefits of having a one-stop real estate provider taking charge of your entire project. 

Furthermore they converse about a fund Atimco is starting, all about a win-win investment. If you are interested in going on this adventure, please get in touch with Mickael. Stay Tuned!

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Who is Mickael Badra?

Mickael is a partner at Atimco, a one-stop solution provider for real estate investors that has excelled in the field for 5 years now. He is the director of business development & marketing.

Habitations Atlas gave birth to this company by serving the field of multi-housing construction. Their goal is to innovate their services and find solutions to serve fellow investors by offering financial performance & green living environments.

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In this episode Axel interviews once again real estate investor Rodrigo Parada to talk about why networking & coaching are key to growing fast both personally and professionally in the real estate world. 

Real estate investing is easier said than done. While it’s true that real estate is an investment option known to give higher returns, getting your business set up is a lengthy hard process. 

Rodrigo and Axel dive deep into a conversation that will encourage you to get started in real estate investing. Rodrigo shares his one year journey from duplex & fourplex projects to having not only several big projects but an offer on a 500 unit portfolio! The fundamental key lies in networking and he shares how to do it.  

You will learn about exit strategies to implement in turbulent times, how to get proof of funds, about the mindset you need to have big deals, and the importance of walkthroughs to gain confidence and eliminate the intimidating factors that dont let you get started . Stay tuned! 

To those who can provide proof of funds to Rodrigo, please get in touch!

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Previously on VREE: Starting With House Hacking and Buying Out of Town With Rodrigo Parada

“Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork” book by Dan Sullivan & Benjamin Hardy

In this episode Axel interviews Mactar Mbaye, an investor, trainer and real estate broker to talk about all you need to know about flipping properties.

Which is the best strategy for investing in a property? Flipping or buying and holding real estate for rentals? There isn't only one answer. Choosing one method over the other should be part of a clear strategic plan that considers your overall goals. 

Mactar and Axel dive deep into the flipping investment strategy, how to find deals, which is a good flip, how to decide which flip might be the right one for you, how to finance them and the crucial side of having a team to make your deals work out.

Additionally they talk about how hard yet so important it is to share your content and be consistent; the key lies in always remembering what is your goal in real estate investing. Stay tuned! 

Thank you for your support! Axel is booking guests for fall & is open to sponsorships! If you are interested, please reach out!

Watch out for our NEXT MEETUP, all welcome!

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Axel gives an update on two projects they are working on and shares an overview on how he overcame the challenges when trying to obtain building permits.

Just imagine you are waiting for a 21K dollar invoice for the application fees and instead someone comes up with one for 66K!

Building permits are a necessary part of construction. However obtaining one can be costly, time consuming and there will always be spokes in the wheel. Staying motivated is crucial to being successful; consistency and persistence are two main factors in this positive thinking. 

Dive in! Discover how Axel, just a few days before going on vacation, found a solution to those unexpected extra 45K he had to pay for the building permit application and find out about the new rule for any construction permit application which adds dwelling. Furthermore, learn about the process to get construction permits and the importance of always remembering why you are doing real estate investing.

STAY TUNED for the next update on his projects! 

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In this episode Axel interviews Simon Kouperchand, a real estate investor that has been working with Axel on several projects, to talk about the importance of prospecting to find deals and why persistence is key!

Both Simon and Axel walk us through an adventurous real estate rollercoaster story. All the way from a first project that fell through to a second project now under contract. 

Having spent several $$$ on documentation for the first project and realizing it was falling through, they decided to do zoning and prospecting for more than twenty properties to find another deal. They found and were able to put under contract a new property worth 1.2MM just like the first project but at a third of its price, make use of all the documentation from project one and avoid losing money.

Simon and Axel dive deep into the importance of prospecting and being persistent to find your deals. They talk about the property, the whole process of negotiation, why distressed sellers are ideal, how to deal with hoarder houses, the alternative to transform the five unit into an eight apartment building and how they structured the closing of the deal.

Many more lessons were learned that will, for sure, help you. Stay tuned to see how this project continues!

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Welcome Simon to The Very Real Estate Effect Podcast!: (00:00:00)

How Simon & Axel found a project last fall: (00:00:58) 

About the property & its location: (00:01:33)

Meeting the seller & visiting the squatted property: (00:02:13)

Negotiating property with seller: (00:03:10)

Why deal breaks through: (00:10:35)

The concept of Landlist: (00:10:44)

Process of zoning and prospecting almost 20 properties: (00:06:57)

Phone call from one of the properties that Simon couldn't reach the owner: (00:09:08)

About the five unit property & negotiation with the seller: (00:11:02)

Getting the deal under contract for much less than first project: (00:14:34)

Why distressed sellers are ideal: (00:15:34)

Land & property appraisal: land worth 1.2MM and buying at a third of that price : (00:16:36)

About closing & how they structured the closing: (00:18:59)

First alternative: transform a five unit to 8 apartment building: (00:20:00)

Another alternative: (00:21:24)

Hoarder house clean up & permits fase: (00:22:18)

Lessons learned in last eight months; from project 1 to project 2: (00:23:45)

Wrap-up: (00:27:24)

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In today’s second solo episode, Axel shares the arduous experience he had dealing with the Ministry of Environment in order to get demolition permits and explains the best way you can go about it.

A couple of months ago Axel acquired two pieces of land in Saint-Jérôme. On this land was a duplex that got burned down and needed to be cleaned up and decontaminated. Furthermore, the duplex had a foundation wall within the strip by the river where you are not supposed to live.

In order to decontaminate and clean up a burned building you first need demolition permits but Axel surprisingly discovered that you need more than that, you need a certificate of authorization from the Ministry of Environment.

Dive in and discover how Axel went about getting the certificate of authorization and the importance of hiring a professional to do that procedure to save your time and money. 

Additionally, learn how to compare different quotes & analyze which is the best contractor to do clean-up and why it is so important to ask contractors for all their documentation. 

There is always a spoke in the wheel! STAY TUNED! Next episode, Axel will be talking about last minute confirmed bigger fees.

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Intro: the ordeal of dealing with the ministry of environment: (00:00:24) 

Backtrack: burned down duplex clean up, decontamination & the demolition of foundation of duplex on “la bande rive” : (00:00:47)

Needing a certificate of authorization from the ministry of environment to be able to demolish: (00:01:22) 

Getting the certificate & the basis for opening a file and what you need: (00:01:51)

What happens once you submit it online to a centralized group of the ministry: (00:02:31) 

In touch with ministry office in Axel’s region & the arduous work of filing the application: (00:02:53)

Receiving an email saying application was unreceivable: (00:03:44) 

Finding a professional to do the arduous job: (00:04:17)

Getting the certificate of authorizations & demolition permits: (00:05:17) 

The importance of hiring a professional to deal with procedures we don’t know about: (00:05:47)

How to compare different quotes & analyze which is the best to do the clean up: (00:00:00) 

The importance of asking contractors for all their documentation: (00:08:27)

Ready with the application for the construction permit but one more rock in the way: city confirms fees have increased: (00:09:07) 

Prevailing against tough and arduous moments in real estate investing: (00:10:01)

Wrap-up: (00:10:53) 

In this episode Axel interviews Noé St-Gerard, a real estate investor, to talk about how to invest in real estate in an uncertain market and come out as a winner. 

Noé shares his inspiring real estate journey. All the way from the age of ten submerged in his family’s real estate world to being a successful investor who invests in the US market.

Noé and Axel dive deep into how to get prepared for the times to come, what you should be extremely careful of in order to be safe and what opportunities you should look out for amidst the unstable market.

Furthermore they talk about how important it is to fail in order to gain experience, Noé’s 66 unit deal and all that is needed to close that deal, and three simple yet crucial steps you must take to always win. Stay tuned! 

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Welcome Noé St-Gerard to The Very Real Estate Effect Podcast!: (00:00:00)

Where Noé & Axel met: (00:00:41) 

How Noé got started in real estate investing: (00:01:23)

About Noé starting business on his own: (00:02:30)

How Noé started scaling: (00:03:47)

Going to the US to work: (00:04:45)

About a flip that went wrong: (00:05:11)

Did Noé keep on investing in Atlanta?: (00:07:22)

About a 66 unit deal, price per door & next steps to fulfill closing: (00:07:52)

About team Noé has built in Atlanta: (00:10:42)

What attracted Noé to Atlanta’s market: (00:11:22)

What is making Noé so successful investing in real estate: (00:13:26)

Keep investing in the US or still looking to do transactions in Canada: (00:14:12)

Advice for those who want to scale: (00:15:01)

How Noé prepares for the turbulent era ahead: (00:16:34)

Words of wisdom when it comes to real estate investing: (00:21:54)

Where to get in touch with Noé: (00:22:21)

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In this episode Axel interviews Michael Lawand, a CPS Certified Accountant to talk about something all real estate investors are concerned about, how to save on taxes.  

You can defer or reduce your tax burden on your investment properties, and for that you’ll need to find the strategy that suits you the best based on your current investments and income needs.

Michael and Axel dive deep into how to save on taxes whether investing in your own name or in a company and how to do it having built equity overtime. Additionally they tap into what depreciation is and how it works.

Finally they talk about whether people are taxed on an active income basis taking into account that things in real estate can change and the importance of planning ahead of time with professional advice. Stay tuned for Michael’s further advice! 

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Who is Michael?

Michael is an accountant with experience in auditing, financial statements preparation, income tax return preparation (corporate and personal), as well as other related services. He also has knowledge of numerous accounting related software packages. 

Michael has been working for several years at Robert M. Lawand CPA Inc.

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