April 12, 2025

Understanding and Winning With the Rental Arbitrage Model

53 minutes

If you think you need a ton of cash and perfect credit to get started in real estate, think again!

In this episode of Where Should I Invest, I’m joined by Donny Wong, a powerhouse investor and property manager who transformed his life from having zero money and terrible credit to thriving in the world of short-term and midterm rentals.

Join me and co-host Kelly Casimiro as we dive into Donny’s journey, his unique rental arbitrage strategies, and how he built a profitable business without hefty upfront costs.

Donny’s passion for helping others build wealth through creative real estate strategies is infectious. Whether you’re new to investing or looking to expand your portfolio, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you succeed in any market!

Tune in now and take your investment strategy to the next level!

What You’ll Learn:

Rental Arbitrage Mastery: How Donny leases properties and sublets them on Airbnb to generate cash flow, all while offering landlords guaranteed rent and high maintenance standards.

Pivoting During Market Shifts: Donny shares how he successfully transitioned from short-term to midterm rentals during the pandemic to keep cash flowing.

Income & Wealth Strategies: Discover why balancing cash flow and net worth is essential for long-term success.

Networking and Community: Learn how building relationships with landlords and within the real estate community can open doors and new opportunities.

Donny Wong is a dynamic real estate investor and property manager based in Calgary, Alberta. Starting with zero money and terrible credit, he carved a path to success through rental arbitrage and Airbnb management, mastering the art of creating cash flow without significant upfront capital.

Donny’s unique approach focuses on solving landlords’ problems by offering guaranteed rent and high maintenance standards. Known for his “Burger King Strategy”, he strategically positions his properties near successful Airbnb listings, boosting his chances of profitability.

His adaptability during market shifts, like transitioning from short-term to midterm rentals during the pandemic, showcases his resilience and strategic thinking. Donny is passionate about building long-term wealth, leveraging technology for efficient management, and teaching others how to maximize returns through innovative strategies.

When he’s not managing properties or expanding his portfolio, Donny is a dedicated mentor and community builder, sharing his journey to inspire and educate fellow investors.

Contact Donny Wong:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takinlunchmoney

This episode has been brought to you in part by:

Dalia Barsoum, Streetwise Mortgages – https://streetwisemortgages.com

US Properties – https://www.usproperties.ca

Mid Term Rentals – https://midtermrentalproperties.com

Inspire Beach Resort – https://inspirebeachresort.com

Jamil Rahemtula – https://jamilrahemtula.com

Do you need help or ideas for your own real estate investing business?

Reach out and let us support your journey at www.sarahlarbi.com or email [email protected]

Check out my online coaching programs: https://sarahlarbi.com/online-programs/

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