The REITE Club - Real Estate Investing for Canadians

Brenda Schuiling began working with the public from bustling farmer’s markets at the tender age of nine, to retail and restaurants as a teen. From all of these jobs early on, she learned about people and this helped her transition into real estate investing. She has been investing in real estate for the past 15-20 years now by house hacking which essentially means renting out space in her home to students or other short term tenants to keep herself afloat.

Brenda Schuiling began working with the public from bustling farmer’s markets at the tender age of nine, to retail and restaurants as a teen. From all of these jobs early on, she learned about people and this helped her transition into real estate investing. She has been investing in real estate for the past 15-20 years now by house hacking which essentially means renting out space in her home to students or other short term tenants to keep herself afloat.

Anita Bongers-Lewis is a seasoned and award-winning real estate investor of 5 years who helps others realize how they can build wealth through real estate investing. She primarily focuses on duplex conversions and also has some student rentals in the Durham Region. She is the 2016 Canadian Real Estate Wealth Top Investor award winner, owner and manager of 15 doors. She wants to help others grow their portfolio and see them realize financial dreams they did not previously think possible.

Anita Bongers-Lewis is a seasoned and award-winning real estate investor of 5 years who helps others realize how they can build wealth through real estate investing. She primarily focuses on duplex conversions and also has some student rentals in the Durham Region. She is the 2016 Canadian Real Estate Wealth Top Investor award winner, owner and manager of 15 doors. She wants to help others grow their portfolio and see them realize financial dreams they did not previously think possible.  

As someone who is truly passionate about helping other individuals, families, partners and organizations to build real estate portfolios, Anita allows them to build their futures and achieve their most ambitious goals. She started in real estate as an investor but continues in it as both an investor and a realtor. This allows her to share her passion and experience with others. She is investing in real estate to design the life and lifestyle that she desires.

Anita is a wife, a mom, a daughter, a sister, a granddaughter, a friend, a Realtor, a Real Estate Investor, and an ever-evolving Entrepreneur. And that’s not to mention some other professions of her past. Anita is actually a chiropractor by trade, however, she sought a way to grow income to create true wealth – a wealth of time, health, relationships, knowledge and in general freedom to live the best life. 

Kory found his passion for real estate investing in his late teens after reading David Chilton’s book The Wealthy Barber. However, lack of knowledge, systems and trusted mentors kept him from pulling the trigger on his first property until he was 30 years of age, even though Kory actually grew up in a duplex where the tenant rented out the attic for $35 per month. 

Kory found his passion for real estate investing in his late teens after reading David Chilton’s book The Wealthy Barber. However, lack of knowledge, systems and trusted mentors kept him from pulling the trigger on his first property until he was 30 years of age, even though Kory actually grew up in a duplex where the tenant rented out the attic for $35 per month. 

As the saying goes, the seed was planted and from that day forward, Kory used two decades of business experience to turn his lucrative real estate side hustle into early retirement.

Kory started with a 6-plex property back in 2005 and is now managing 20+ properties with 60+ rental units today. He shares his experience on how he was mentored by his landlord and will walk us through how he transitioned himself from having a corporate trainer job to doing real estate full time.

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.

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 private industry.

Colleen is 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: 

To get in touch with Colleen:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ottawa-Integrative-Health-Centre-102885039802919/
Website: https://oihc.ca/

Brian Hogben’s focus is to help people realize the benefits of using real estate as a wealth-building strategy. Clients speak highly to others about his dedication and have them proud to tell friends and family, “call Bri, my mortgage guy!”  Please be advised that this episode does contain some explicit content.

Guest: Brian Hogben, Real Estate Investor

Brian Hogben began as a financial advisor and mortgage development manager for Scotiabank and as a Canadian Mortgage Professional has ranked among the top 75 mortgage brokers, and in 2015, was awarded the Best Newcomer.

With his over 15 years of experience, he navigates the mortgage process with ease and expertise. Brian started Mission 35 Mortgages in honour of his Dad who taught him a lot about money and also recognizing his own personal goal of paying off his mortgage by age 35 which he was able to do. The company’s focus is to help people realize the benefits of using real estate as a wealth-building strategy. 

Brian prides himself on doing business not through conventional marketing and advertising, but through referrals. This has been a trademark of his for many years and he is proud to have his clients speak highly to others about his dedication and have them proud to tell friends and family, “call Bri, my mortgage guy!”

In this episode learn about: 

– Appreciating financial security
– Importance of strategic property selling
– How to get started in real estate investing
– Credit and financial tips to get a great credit score

To get in touch with Brian:
EMail: [email protected]
Telephone: 905-574-5255
Website: mission35mortgages.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mission35Mortgages/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mission35mortgages/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Mission35M
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2dgtMpuTsl3V6ylucgPZug
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mission35/about/

Andrew Cigna is a business owner and real estate investor with three single-family properties that he co-owns and runs with family and partners that they are looking to convert into multi-family units.  This is a little easier for Andrew than most investors as he runs a construction company and this helps when he comes across unexpected challenges with projects.

Guest:  Andrew Cigna, Real Estate Investor and Business Owner

Andrew Cigna is a business owner and real estate investor with three single-family properties that he co-owns and runs with family and partners that they are looking to convert into multi-family units.  This is a little easier for Andrew than most investors as he runs a construction company and this helps when he comes across unexpected challenges with projects.

Originally from Toronto Andrew now lives, works and invests in Hamilton. As the co-owner of a construction business going forward he is looking to get Tarion certified so he can start to build new homes utilizing the eco-friendly and sustainable products and approach that he is passionate about.

In addition to the two construction focused businesses, Andrew also runs a property management company with his brother which suits his people-loving personality.

– Challenges and benefits of converting  single homes to multi-family units
– Planning and managing a property conversion project
– Construction tips and insights
– What to look for in property management
– Getting comfortable with networking

To get in touch with Andrew:
Instagram:  www.instagram.com/andrewj.cigna/
Twitter: twitter.com/andrewcigna

https://www.nfpaproperties.com/
https://www.nfpagroup.com/
https://www.corkco.ca/company

In 25 short years, Adam Martin has had the opportunity to see over 17 countries and driven the entire West Coast from Whistler all the way through California and Death Valley. He holds an honours degree in International Business Management (BBA), has been a partner in three start-up small businesses, and travelled professionally through Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba as a door-to-door salesperson. Currently, Adam is the Vice President of Sales for Control Your Property, a cloud-based property management software tailored specifically for Ontario landlords. 

In 25 short years, Adam has had the opportunity to see over 17 countries and driven the entire West Coast from Whistler all the way through California and Death Valley. He holds an honours degree in International Business Management (BBA), has been a partner in three start-up small businesses, and travelled professionally through Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba as a door-to-door salesperson. Currently, Adam is the Vice President of Sales for Control Your Property, a cloud-based property management software tailored specifically for Ontario landlords. 

To get in touch with Adam:
Website: linktr.ee/adamjdmartin
Instagram: @adamjdmartin
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adam.jeffrey.3958

Nancy Morris is a Business & Performance Psychology Consultant, Speaker and Author. She has 19 years of academics under her belt and is about to pursue a Ph.D. Some of her clients refer to her as an  “un-guru” – a no-nonsense specialist in translating the academic theories of business psychology and people development into actionable insight for the real world.

Nancy Morris is a Business & Performance Psychology Consultant, Speaker and Author. She has 19 years of academics under her belt and is about to pursue a Ph.D. Some of her clients refer to her as an  “un-guru” – a no-nonsense specialist in translating the academic theories of business psychology and people development into actionable insight for the real world.

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 mind game of productivity, creating more consistent revenue and feeling more confident, focused and valuable at work.

Nancy’s real difference is that she doesn’t float on a cloud with idealistic platitudes or arrive on a stage with fireworks and empty hype. She delivers proven, science-backed advice and ongoing strategy in a system that simply works. She is the same person out at the pub and behind the podium. She is not about pantsuits, long-winded speeches or pie-in-the-sky ideals. Instead, she cracks jokes, gets vulnerable, doesn’t pull any punches, and says what you need to hear and how you need to hear it while laughing along as your outcomes are improved.

Nancy has written the book on procrastination called Procrastinate Now: Rethinking Time Management and listeners can download it for free from her website.

In this episode learn about: 

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

Paul Copcutt has exceptional skills in quickly distilling what he sees and hears into custom solutions that are effective. He helps people uncover their uniqueness and communicate it in an authentic way to those they are trying to influence. His approach to personal branding strategy ensures that his clients are noticed and remembered, for the right reasons.

– What are the key foundations of a personal brand
– Identifying your brand
– Understanding and communicating your brand
– Why real estate investors need to brand themselves
– The importance of having a target audience

To get in touch with Paul:
Email: [email protected]
Website: paulcopcutt.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/paulcopcutt

Jenn and Michael Richter of Double E Properties, personify the word teamwork by growing an 11 property portfolio as a married couple while raising two young girls. They started their real estate investment journey 5 years ago when they were not happy with the 7% RESP the bank was offering.

Guest: Jenn and Michael Richter, Real Estate Investors & Speakers

Jenn and Michael Richter of Double E Properties, personify the word teamwork by growing an 11 property portfolio as a married couple while raising two young girls. They started their real estate investment journey 5 years ago when they were not happy with the 7% RESP the bank was offering.

They realized that their one rental property had a better return and joked around with the idea of buying a property for their 3-month-old baby and they did. Then, they had a second daughter eighteen months later and had to buy her one to not play favourites. This proceeded into a joke between the two of them of buying “just one more” which quickly turned into 10 properties.

At the time, Jenn and Michael were buying only pre-construction and new build homes in Milton and Guelph. However, after recognizing the change in the market, they focused their attention on an additional strategy, creating legal secondary suites on the Hamilton mountain.

Jenn and Michael focus on the BRRRR philosophy as it creates passive income for their investors through forced appreciation. Michael and Jenn love sharing their passion about real estate by speaking at real estate networking events, hosting their own YouTube video channel, Double E Properties, being guests on podcasts, and have been featured in Canadian Real Estate Wealth magazine more than once.

In this episode learn about:

– New build strategy process
– Financing and planning
– Obstacles
– Managing budgets and other numbers
– Tips for working with your spouse

To get in touch with Jenn and Mike:
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: doubleeproperties.ca

Instagram & YouTube: Double E Properties