The REITE Club - Real Estate Investing for Canadians

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: 

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.

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.

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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. 

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. 

Dave DiMarcantonio can be described as a do-it-yourself investor in both real estate and paper assets. He has been investing in real estate since late 2006 and owns several small commercial office condos in Burlington.

Dave DiMarcantonio can be described as a do-it-yourself investor in both real estate and paper assets. He has been investing in real estate since late 2006 and owns several small commercial office condos in Burlington.

Dave is a long term student of the financial markets. His work in understanding trading, investing and financial markets are on-going and evolving, having been initially introduced to trading around the year 2000, but more seriously since 2006/7.

One of Dave’s core philosophies is that “Consistent processes lead to consistent outcomes.”  These days he develops and codes computerized trading and investing models that can be back-tested, quantified and then executed in live markets as automated trading strategies that require minimal on-going daily thought or intervention.

Dave currently assists other Systematic DIY Traders and Investors to structure themselves for consistency while sharing trading strategies and processes within his growing community at Systematic Investors Group

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In this special episode of The Reite Club Podcast, Benjamin Tal answers some of your burning questions and puts some of the concerns to rest on being a real estate investor through this pandemic. The biggest takeaway is to stop, take a breath and consult with trusted sources in order to carefully make meaningful decisions and that this pandemic will pass in time.

In this special episode of The Reite Club Podcast, Benjamin Tal answers some of your burning questions and puts some of the concerns to rest on being a real estate investor through this pandemic. The biggest takeaway is to stop, take a breath and consult with trusted sources in order to carefully make meaningful decisions and that this pandemic will pass in time.

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Benjamin Tal is responsible for analyzing economic developments and their implications for North American fixed income, equity, foreign exchange and commodities markets. He also acts in an advisory capacity to bank officers on issues related to wealth management, household/corporate credit and risk.

In this special Mind Estate episode of The Reite Club Podcast, Nancy Morris explains stress and how to manage it in these difficult and unprecedented times. She discusses the tricks and tools on how to keep us feeling safe such as laughter and guided meditation. She also discusses the psychology behind the bare toilet paper shelves in many grocery stores and how we will get through these tough times together at a distance.

In this special Mind Estate episode of The Reite Club Podcast, Nancy Morris explains stress and how to manage it in these difficult and unprecedented times. She discusses the tricks and tools on how to keep us feeling safe such as laughter and guided meditation. She also discusses the psychology behind the bare toilet paper shelves in many grocery stores and how we will get through these tough times together at a distance.

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For almost 20 years, Nancy’s science-backed systems have helped thousands of solopreneurs and self-employed professionals (e.g./ lawyers, commercial and residential real estate agents) master the mental game of productivity, creating more consistent revenue and feeling more confident, focused and valuable at work.

To get in touch with Nancy:
Personal Website: http://nancymorris.com/
Email: [email protected]

As a graduate of the University of Waterloo, in civil engineering, Adam Wissink realizes that a good foundation is key to success and he carries that into his work at JAAG. Building trust with both the Tenant Buyers and Investors through JAAG Properties’ personal approach to the Rent-To-Own process is at the heart of its success. It’s the little things that do this, as personally walking Tenant Buyers through their homes when they take possession or taking the time to discuss the program with Investors. It’s this level of commitment that reinforce JAAG’s commitment to each Tenant Buyer’s and Investor’s success.

As a graduate of the University of Waterloo, in civil engineering, Adam Wissink realizes that a good foundation is key to success and he carries that into his work at JAAG. Building trust with both the Tenant Buyers and Investors through JAAG Properties’ personal approach to the Rent-To-Own process is at the heart of its success. It’s the little things that do this, as personally walking Tenant Buyers through their homes when they take possession or taking the time to discuss the program with Investors. It’s this level of commitment that reinforce JAAG’s commitment to each Tenant Buyer’s and Investor’s success.

Jesse Fragale is a commercial real estate broker and investor. He started investing in student rental properties a little over ten years ago. Recognizing a good thing, he grew his student housing portfolio and although you might correctly think student housing equals keg parties and irresponsible tenants, it was a guaranteed way to increase market rents in a rent-controlled market.

Guest: Jesse Fragale, Real Estate Broker and Investor

Jesse Fragale is a commercial real estate broker and investor. He started investing in student rental properties a little over ten years ago. Recognizing a good thing, he grew his student housing portfolio and although you might correctly think student housing equals keg parties and irresponsible tenants, it was a guaranteed way to increase market rents in a rent-controlled market.

As his passion for investing grew, Jesse began investing in single-family homes and condos and did some wholesaling. Following this, he transitioned to investing in multi-family apartment buildings which is his primary focus today.

You will learn about:
– Why 90% of Real Estate Agents don’t invest in Real Estate?
– Where to start as an investor
– Tips on acquiring properties
– Financing insights
– Property management 

Mark Smith has been a real estate entrepreneur since 2018 primarily in the London, Ontario market. He has acquired $2 Million worth of real estate including single-family homes, secondary suite conversions, student rentals, Airbnb re-rentals and joint venture partnerships. 

Mark Smith has been a real estate entrepreneur since 2018 primarily in the London, Ontario market. He has acquired $2 Million worth of real estate including single-family homes, secondary suite conversions, student rentals, Airbnb re-rentals and joint venture partnerships. 

Known as the 7-2 Real Estate investor, Mark discusses how he got started in real estate investing at the age of 42 years old. He was willing to listen, willing to ‘shut-up’ and willing to take action and his story will certainly be an inspiration to new real estate investors and experienced investors alike. Sometimes we need a reminder of what is possible when you hustle.

Mark enjoys spending time with his family and is a father to 3 boys and 1 girl. 

Meghan Chomut is the financial consultant for families that have (or want to have) an income property as a part of their investment portfolio. She is a mom, wife, friend, a CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and Investment Property Advisor. She helps families and income property owners get their personal + investment property finances organized and make smart investment decisions by designing custom plans and tax strategies.

Meghan Chomut is the financial consultant for families that have (or want to have) an income property as a part of their investment portfolio. She is a mom, wife, friend, a CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and Investment Property Advisor. She helps families and income property owners get their personal + investment property finances organized and make smart investment decisions by designing custom plans and tax strategies. 

For over a decade, Meghan has been working in the finance and investment industry helping people save for their big dreams (retirement, sending their kids to college, going on a beach vacation, etc). She also works with real estate investors to make their rental properties profitable and position their investments for maximum wealth building.