Where Should I Invest? Real Estate Investing in Canada

By Sarah LarbiBusiness Entrepreneurship Investing

Where Should I Invest? Real Estate Investing in Canada episodes

April 23, 2021Passive Income Through Mortgage Lending & Flips With Only 20k Down!
Guest: Jesse Bobrowski
This week’s podcast guest is Jesse Bobrowski, Vice-President at Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corp.
Jesse began his REI adventure about 14 years ago after graduating from university and moving to Alberta from Ontario. He met a husband and wife team of private lenders and ended up working with them just as the sub-prime crisis happened. He then learned the ropes and what not to do. Now at Calvert, he focuses on creating solutions for flippers with amazing programs in Ontario and Alberta. Calvert is in essence a private fund where investors buy shares and earn money through the interest and fees that Calvert obtains through its mortgages.
In this episode, you will learn about:
Short-term residential loans with only 20k down
Focus on flips & BRRRRs
Creating tools to support your business
Calvert has its own appraisers
Over 35 years of experience
In-house decisions
8-10% return for investors
Focus on single homes and small multi-family
Get in touch with Jesse:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calverthomemortgage_/
Website: chmic.ca
Email: [email protected]
This episode has been brought to you in part by;

Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty
Jon Tenbrinke of Blackjack Contracting Inc.
Meghan Chomut CFP – www.meghanchomut.com/sarah
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43 min
April 16, 2021High-End Flips: The Details That Make The Difference
Guest: Karlyn Eacrett
This week’s podcast guest is Karlyn Eacrett, Realtor, Flipper & Real Estate Investor.
Karlyn shared her secrets when doing high-end flips. Finishes and quality are a priority. Don’t fall for typical flip looks… The property needs to have a custom look and feel. For example, waterfall quartz island, hardwood flooring, custom shelving in closets, high-end hardware, smart appliances and so much more. Her top tip: book some viewings and compare homes in the market where you’re investing. Don’t skimp on anything!
In this episode, you will learn about:
Karlyn is a realtor in the Burlington-Oakville-Hamilton area
She’s done a few high-end flips
Look for older but gentrifying areas
Off-market is a must in this hot market
Know your buyer profile
Find a property that has enough spread for profit
Don’t overpay!
Get in touch with Karlyn:
Instagram: @karlyneacrett.realestate
Website: https://www.karlyneacrett.ca/
This episode has been brought to you in part by;

Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages
Joel Wilson & Rob Lee of White Elm Design-Build
Susan Corcoran & Sue Ore of Complete Properties Inc.
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51 min
April 09, 2021 How To Compress Time & Buying the Answers

Guest: Mark Smith

This week’s podcast guest is Mark Smith, Real Estate Investor, Sales & Mindset Coach.

Mark shares his story about how he started out with some major REI misconceptions. He thought you were either a landlord or did flips. He found out there are so many other ways to invest! After a rough start, he’s now ramping up and getting started to build his portfolio.

He has invested heavily into mentorship which means he “bought” answers rather than found them. His #1 tip is to “Fix your mindset first, get rid of limiting beliefs.”

Listen to the full episode here http://bit.ly/WSIILatest

In this episode, you will learn about:

* Investing in your mindset* What is the 7-2 mindset?* Losing it all and starting over* Flipping, wholesaling, JVs ++* How to stop trading time for money* Compressing time by hiring mentors* How to get around the financing wall

Get in touch with Mark:Instagram: @72mindsetinvestorYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJjC_2lOIGrAQPylMbYdExQ

This episode has been brought to you in part by;Dylan Suitor of Elevation RealtyMeghan Chomut CFP – www.meghanchomut.com/sarah
48 min
April 02, 2021Scaling Through The Power Of Networking
Guest: Michal Wach
This week’s podcast guest is Michal Wach, Real Estate Investor & Coach.
Michal and his wife work together and are each other’s sounding board when choosing properties. Michal discussed how he started very slowly and waited and saved for his next deposit. It’s only in the last 18 months when he acquired his 3rd and best property that he started maximizing his investments through various strategies.
He recommends controlling what you can: choice of property, tenant placement and doing lots of mortgage planning. Having the right people around you in your power team will determine your success.
Listen to the full episode here https://bit.ly/WSIILatest
In this episode, you will learn about:
Work towards your goals every day
He hopes to leave the 9-5 shortly
Started with single-family properties
How to add suites
Now doing the BRRRR
The importance of comparables for refinancing
Buying at the right price
Long-term strategies and attracting the right people
Get in touch with Michal:
Instagram: @wachproperties
Website: wachproperties.ca
This episode has been brought to you in part by;
Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages
Jon Tenbrinke of Blackjack Contracting Inc.
James Lloyd & Voytek Mardula of US Properties
The post Scaling Through The Power Of Networking first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.
54 min
March 26, 2021From Single Mom of 4 to Real Estate Investor and Mentor
Guest: Janepher Otieno, Author, Blogger, Registered Nurse, Nursing Instructor, Real Estate Investor, Mentor, Single parent of 4, Caregiver to a special needs person and Trustee.
This week’s podcast guest is Janepher Otieno. She has an impressive story! She started out as a single mom of 4 and became a real estate investor. She now has 12 doors and is a private lender. She’s also written a book to help people care for themselves so they can care for others.
Janepher has scaled her portfolio and business by using HELOCs and prepayment strategies. She started with one house, then refinanced and bought a second one and many others. She always looks for houses with a suite or a house that can be suited. She also has a course helping aspiring investors to choose the right property for this strategy.
Listen to the whole episode now
https://sarahlarbi.com/2021/03/26/episode141/
In this episode, you will learn about:
Moving from Africa to Edmonton
Started with basement suites
The importance of passive income
Private lending as a strategy
How to do private lending the right way
Prioritizing what is important and what is urgent
Delegating for success
Get in touch with Janepher:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janepherotieno/
Website: https://triwisdomvillage.com/
This episode has been brought to you in part by;

Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages
Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty

Meghan Chomut CFP – www.meghanchomut.com/sarah
The post From Single Mom of 4 to Real Estate Investor and Mentor first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.
45 min
March 19, 2021World Traveller And Real Estate Investor At 22!
Guest: Colton Lukey, Real Estate Investor & World Traveller
This week’s podcast guest is Colton Lukey, 28-year-old real estate investor and world traveller.
Colton speaks about the importance of working with a good mortgage broker and having the right power team. A good real estate agent that is investor-focused is essential! Developing a specialty in rental properties is the key to your success. Colton also emphasized networking with like-minded individuals to build the right mindset and for growth.
He also shared a great tip with is to build a presence in the neighborhood you like to get off-market properties. Investing in a solid JV agreement is also a topic that was addressed.
In this episode, you will learn about:
Began at 24 in 2016 in the Niagara region
How discipline and frugality helped him out
Holding 3 jobs at once to accumulate down payments
Started with a bungalow conversion
Now does JVs and international land development
The importance of refinancing for success
Become an expert in the neighborhood for off-market
Get in touch with Colton:
Instagram: @investortravelcouple
This episode has been brought to you in part by;

Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages
Jon Tenbrinke of Blackjack Contracting Inc.
Susan Corcoran & Sue Ore of Complete Properties Inc.
The post World Traveller And Real Estate Investor At 22! first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.
47 min
March 12, 2021 From Unemployed To Real Estate Wholesaler In Only A Year!

Guest: This week’s podcast guest is Blake Clyce, Wholesaler & Real Estate Investor from Wisconsin.

Blake shared his journey from a stressful job to now doing what he loves and being his own boss. His first deal was complicated but it still proved that his concept worked. He uses technology to his advantage and closes deals remotely, allowing him to work wherever he wants. He also shared with us how he finds off-market deals and closes quickly with cash deals. Blake also briefly discussed how mindset can help you or hinder your growth.

In this episode, you will learn about:

* From the car world to corporate to unemployed* Lost his job and repositioned quickly to wholesaling or direct to seller deals* How to assign properties* Making work enjoyable by doing something that you love* Wants to do more flips in the future* Be willing to take risks and get off the beaten path* You can accomplish only as much as your mindset allows you

Get in touch with Blake:Instagram: @blakecycle

This episode has been brought to you in part by;

Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty

Jon Tenbrinke of Blackjack Contracting Inc.

Meghan Chomut CFP – www.meghanchomut.com/sarah
47 min
March 05, 2021How To Ride The Wave Of Investing In Edmonton
Guest: James Knull, Realtor and Real Estate Investor
This week’s podcast guest is James Knull, realtor and real estate investor.
James started out buying houses with secondary suites then moved on to multifamily properties. He then went back to single homes but focused on brand-new builds and infill. He experienced rapid growth periods and is now being more selective. He alternates between Edmonton where most of his portfolio is located to Vancouver where he has another office. He has many Joint Ventures and is a very active realtor.
In this episode, you will learn about:
He began investing as a student in university
Now holds about 260 doors
Landlord laws in Alberta
Opportunities for cashflow in Edmonton
COVID’s impact on rentals
The importance of a good Joint Venture Agreement
Joint Ventures for success – best structures
Get in touch with James:
Instagram: @mogulrg
Website: https://www.mogulrg.com/

This episode has been brought to you in part by;

Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages
Joel Wilson & Rob Lee of White Elm Design-Build
James Lloyd & Voytek Mardula of US Properties
The post How To Ride The Wave Of Investing In Edmonton first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.
48 min
February 26, 2021Terms & Flexibility – How to Pick The Right Mortgage For You
Guest: Dalia Barsoum, Mortgage Broker – Streetwise Mortgages
Dalia discusses tips and tricks to stay afloat in times of emergencies. Her many years of experience have helped her guide investors during these uncertain times. Recycling equity should be one of your priorities in 2021. How to finance new construction and much more!
In this episode, you will learn about:
What she sees happening in 2021 – post-pandemic
Tightening guidelines… hot markets!
Fear, mortgage deferrals and the side effects
Advanceable mortgages – how to use the line of credit in case of emergency
Variable rates are staying low… take on more variable rates
How to be successful in 2021
Private funds to quickly close on deals
Get in touch with Dalia:
Website: https://streetwisemortgages.com/

This episode has been brought to you in part by;

Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages
Jon Tenbrinke of Blackjack Contracting Inc.
Meghan Chomut CFP – www.meghanchomut.com/sarah
The post Terms & Flexibility – How to Pick The Right Mortgage For You first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.
48 min
February 19, 2021Reverse Engineering to Achieve Your Dreams
Guest: Gary Hibbert, Investment Realtor Ninja
This week’s podcast guest is Gary Hibbert, Investment Realtor Ninja.
Gary shared amazing tips on how to manage your time, especially if you quit your 9-5! How to sort out to-dos, setting systems to help you choose what do to first and how to focus as an entrepreneur. He also shared with me the importance of reverse engineering to achieve your goals, create cash flow and wealth to support your end goal.
In this episode, you will learn about:
How Gary quit his job
His planning style – 1 year at a time
Income goal-setting for success
Design the life YOU want
Keep track of your accomplishments
Flying lessons can be part of your goals!
Time-blocking to regain control
Get in touch with Gary:
Instagram: @garyhibbert
Website: https://smarthomechoice.ca/
This episode has been brought to you in part by;

Joel Wilson & Rob Lee of White Elm Design-Build
Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty
US Properties US Properties
The post Reverse Engineering to Achieve Your Dreams first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.
51 min