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| Fix & Flip Success Stories With Ryan Day From Calvert Home Mortgage | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 01 Oct 2025 | 01:05:49 | |
🎧 Fix & Flip Success Stories with Ryan Day from Calvert Home Mortgage After two weeks in Hawaii, Wayne & Gabby are back live at 6:00 AM to kick off October with an exciting episode. Today's conversation dives into fix & flip financing, success stories, and strategies for investors looking to take advantage of the fall season. Special guest Ryan Day from Calvert Home Mortgage joins the show to share real-life deals, financing tips, and the risks and rewards of flipping properties in today's market. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Our Favorite (and Most Fulfilling) Real Estate Experiences | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 01 Oct 2025 | 01:12:15 | |
🎧 Our Favorite (and Most Fulfilling) Real Estate Experiences In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby reflect on their most memorable and rewarding experiences as real estate investors. From the thrill of walking into a fully staged flip for the first time, to life-changing moments helping sellers in tough situations, this episode shows the heart and humanity behind building a portfolio. They also share lessons learned from agreements for sale, joint ventures, and watching long-term cash flow grow. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Exit Strategies & First Steps for New Investors | Real Estate Investing Canada | 29 Sep 2025 | 01:07:06 | |
🎧 Exit Strategies & First Steps for New Investors Today's episode tackles two big listener questions:
Wayne and Gabby break down how to think scientifically about property lifespans, capital expenditures, market timing, and joint venture agreements when considering whether to sell or hold long-term. They also provide five practical steps for new investors to confidently get started, including market research, analyzing rental demand, learning landlord/tenant laws, running the numbers, and understanding financing options. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Why Real Estate Investors Fail: Knowledge vs Discipline | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 25 Sep 2025 | 01:08:37 | |
🎧 Why Real Estate Investors Fail: Knowledge vs Discipline Today's episode dives into one of the most important questions for investors: do more people fail because of a lack of knowledge or a lack of discipline? Wayne and Gabby share real-life stories, lessons from their own portfolio, and why boring, cash-flowing properties are the real key to long-term success. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| 15 Common Joint Venture Partner Questions Answered | Real Estate Investing Canada | 24 Sep 2025 | 01:04:26 | |
🎧 15 Common Joint Venture Partner Questions Answered Today's episode is a deep dive into one of the most important topics in real estate investing: joint ventures. Wayne and Gabby walk through 15 of the most common questions that money partners will ask before entering into a 50/50 joint venture. From ownership structure to exit strategies, you'll hear the exact questions investors should be ready to answer—and the ones money partners need to ask to protect their investment. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Evictions, Overholding Tenants & Building JV Trust | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 24 Sep 2025 | 01:03:58 | |
🎧 Evictions, Overholding Tenants & Building JV Trust Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Broadcasting live from Hawaii, Wayne and Gabby share how real estate investing has created the freedom to travel while still running their business and coaching every day. In this episode, they break down the eviction process for substantial breaches in Alberta, address common fears about overholding tenants, and share how to build long-term trust with joint venture partners. They also celebrate huge wins from REI Masters students who are taking massive action across Canada. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Is Edmonton's Rental Market Softening? | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 23 Sep 2025 | 01:10:06 | |
🎧 Is Edmonton's Rental Market Softening? + Knowing When to Build Your Team Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Live from Hawaii, Wayne and Gabby dig deep into today's most important real estate investor questions. They tackle whether the Edmonton rental market is really softening, how to make smart decisions about refinancing vs. selling vs. holding, and the critical point when you should stop doing everything yourself and start building a team. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Edmonton Q4 Market Update with Calvin Hexter | Real Estate Investing Canada | Edmonton Alberta | 03 Oct 2025 | 00:59:42 | |
🎧 Edmonton Q4 Market Update with Calvin Hexter Today's episode features special guest Calvin Hexter from Calvin Realty, bringing a fresh look at the Edmonton real estate market heading into Q4. While headlines across Canada call it a "slump," savvy investors are seeing incredible opportunities. Wayne, Gabby, and Calvin dig into what's really happening, why it's seasonal, and how educated buyers can position themselves for success. From holding companies and bank account setups, to overholding tenants, to navigating a contracting market — this episode is packed with practical insights to help you buy smart, cash flow strong, and stay storm-ready. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| How to Run the Numbers on a Rental Property (Plus GST Rebates Explained) | Real Estate Investing Canada | 02 Oct 2025 | 01:06:16 | |
🎧 How to Run the Numbers on a Rental Property (Plus GST Rebates Explained) In today's episode, Wayne breaks down — for the very first time on the show — how to properly run the numbers on a rental property. Using a sample deal, he walks step-by-step through ROI calculations, showing exactly how cash flow, mortgage paydown, and appreciation combine to deliver real returns. If you've ever struggled with confusing spreadsheets or wondered how Wayne and many of his students actually hit 20% ROI without relying on appreciation, this episode will clear it all up. Wayne explains why conservative deal analysis is the key to long-term success, why leverage magnifies returns, and how to avoid being misled by inflated pro formas. Gabby also tackles a listener's question on GST rebates for rental properties — when landlords qualify, whether rebates need to be paid back when you sell, and why builders often roll GST into the price without you even realizing. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| How to Protect Yourself from Real Estate Risks and Financial Uncertainty | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 06 Oct 2025 | 01:04:08 | |
🎧 How to Protect Yourself from Real Estate Risks and Financial Uncertainty Today's episode tackles some of the most practical — and often overlooked — topics for real estate investors. Wayne and Gabby answer listener questions about inherited tenants, move-out inspections, and managing townhouse risks in condo corporations. They also dive deep into the current teachers' strike in Alberta, connecting it to the importance of financial security and long-term real estate investing. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Bookkeeping and Tax Help for Real Estate Agents | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:58:53 | |
🎧 Bookkeeping and Tax Help for Real Estate Agents Real estate agents are some of the hardest-working entrepreneurs — but when it comes to bookkeeping and taxes, many struggle to stay organized. In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby are joined by Steve Tsonev of Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax to talk about how real estate agents can get their financial systems in order, stay compliant, and keep more money in their pockets. They also answer listener questions about a lease gone wrong and how to handle a court-ordered eviction — before diving into how agents can prepare for year-end, avoid GST and tax surprises, and decide whether to incorporate their business. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
📅 Upcoming Events Learn how to organize your bookkeeping, understand what you can legally deduct, and keep more of your hard-earned money as a real estate professional. 👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – A Real Estate Cash Flow Test for Canadian Investors 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Advice for Struggling Real Estate Investors (You Need to Hear This) | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 27 Oct 2025 | 01:01:19 | |
🎧 Advice for Struggling Real Estate Investors (You Need to Hear This) In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby deliver one of their most honest and impactful conversations yet — real talk for investors who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or afraid to take the next step. They break down the real reasons most investors struggle — from fear of judgment to lack of confidence — and share actionable advice to help you push past hesitation and start building momentum again. Along the way, they also tackle listener questions about creative real estate deals, talking directly to sellers, and when to use promissory notes, VTBs, or agreements for sale. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| How to Protect Yourself When Buying Off-Market & Wholesale Real Estate Deals | Real Estate Investing Canada | 15 Oct 2025 | 01:07:04 | |
🎧 How to Protect Yourself When Buying Off-Market & Wholesale Real Estate Deals In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby dive deep into one of the most misunderstood areas of real estate investing — buying off-market and wholesale deals. They explain how these contracts actually work, the biggest risks investors overlook, and how to protect yourself before sending a single dollar. Whether you're buying directly from a wholesaler or negotiating an assignment deal, this conversation will help you invest confidently and avoid costly mistakes. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
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👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 8-Week Remote Property Management Course: 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Why Understanding Equity Changes Everything for Real Estate Investors | Real Estate Investing | Grand Prairie | Alberta | 14 Oct 2025 | 01:15:47 | |
🎧 Why Understanding Equity Changes Everything for Real Estate Investors If there's one concept that separates successful real estate investors from everyone else — it's understanding how equity really works. In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby explain why equity is the foundation of real estate wealth and why so many people get stuck because they don't truly understand it. Once you grasp this, everything about investing suddenly makes sense — how refinancing works, how to grow safely, and why real estate is such a powerful long-term wealth builder. They also touch on the Grand Prairie market, share lessons on fix & flips, and remind listeners that clarity and education are the keys to avoiding costly mistakes. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Can You Run a Wholesaling Business While Working Full-Time? | Real Estate Investing Canada | 10 Oct 2025 | 01:04:41 | |
🎧 Can You Run a Wholesaling Business While Working Full-Time? Ever wondered if you can juggle a full-time job while building a profitable wholesaling business? In today's episode, Wayne & Gabby dive deep into the reality behind wholesaling — what it really is, how it works, and whether it's actually sustainable as a side hustle. They share first-hand insights from years of coaching new investors, real numbers from real deals, and honest talk about the time, systems, and mindset it takes to succeed. If you've ever searched "how to start wholesaling with no money", this episode is your wake-up call and your roadmap. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| What Happens If Your JV Partner Dies? Most Investors Never Plan For This | Real Estate Investing Canada | 09 Oct 2025 | 01:05:12 | |
🎧 What Happens If Your JV Partner Dies? Most Investors Never Plan for This What would happen to your investment if your joint venture partner suddenly passed away, became disabled, or couldn't refinance the property? Most investors never plan for these "what if" scenarios — until it's too late. In this episode, Wayne and Gabby break down how to structure bulletproof JV agreements that protect both parties. They share real examples, key contract clauses to include, and what to do when things don't go according to plan. You'll also hear how they handle reserve funds, rental income taxes, and a fresh update on Gabby's RTDRS tenant situation. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test book on Amazon: Order Now → https://a.co/d/3Xrcnhw 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| OSFI Rule Changes Explained: What Canada's New Mortgage Guidelines Mean for Real Estate Investors | Keaton Kirkwood | Real Estate Investing Canada | 08 Oct 2025 | 01:00:08 | |
🎧 OSFI Rule Changes Explained: What Canada's New Mortgage Guidelines Mean for Real Estate Investors There's been a wave of confusion and panic across Canada's real estate investing community this week — all sparked by a new OSFI announcement about the "capital treatment of income-producing residential real estate." Mortgage brokers, influencers, and investors everywhere are talking about it — but what's actually changing? Is it really going to stop investors from using rental income to qualify for new properties? In today's episode, mortgage expert Keaton Kirkwood joins Wayne & Gabby Hillier to break down exactly what this new rule clarification means (and doesn't mean) for investors. Together, they unpack how lenders are interpreting OSFI's statement, what it could mean for financing multiple properties, and why this might be less of a crisis than social media makes it seem. They also dive into a related topic: whether it's possible to grow your portfolio using 5%-down insured mortgages — the legal way — and why cutting corners can cross into mortgage fraud. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| How to Involve Friends and Family in Real Estate Without Ruining Relationships | Joint Ventures | Real Estate Investing Canada | 07 Oct 2025 | 01:05:42 | |
🎧 How to Involve Friends and Family in Real Estate Without Ruining Relationships This episode dives deep into one of the trickiest parts of real estate investing — how to include friends and family in your business without damaging the relationship. Wayne and Gabby talk about professionalism, boundaries, and building trust when working with people who know you personally. They explore how to treat your investing like a business, set expectations early, and avoid emotional pitfalls when friends or family become tenants or joint venture partners. This conversation is packed with real-world lessons from years of experience coaching investors through this exact challenge. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Your Brand Is Your Reputation — What Are You Known For? | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 24 Oct 2025 | 01:04:54 | |
🎧 Your Brand Is Your Reputation — What Are You Known For? In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby dive deep into the power of personal branding for real estate investors — and why what people think of you matters just as much as what you actually do. From softball to renovations to real estate, your reputation becomes your brand whether you choose it or not. The discussion covers how to intentionally shape what you're known for, the importance of consistency across your marketing, and how to connect authentically with your audience so they trust you — not just as an investor, but as a person. Wayne also continues yesterday's conversation about unsecured debt, explaining how he and Gabby strategically used credit cards and lines of credit to fund renovations and creative deals safely — with calculated risk, strong systems, and impeccable credit. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact 🎟️ Upcoming Event 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| The Beliefs You Need to Unlearn About Money to Succeed in Real Estate | Real Estate Investing Canada | Gabby Hillier | 23 Oct 2025 | 01:21:36 | |
🎧 The Beliefs You Need to Unlearn About Money to Succeed in Real Estate In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby have a candid, vulnerable discussion about the beliefs around money, debt, and investing that can hold people back from ever reaching financial freedom. Gabby opens up about her early mindset around saving, spending, and debt, and how her perspective changed through real estate investing. You'll also hear updates on the growing Red Deer investing community, shoutouts to REI Masters mentees doing big things, and a conversation about mentorship, growth, and what it really means to be coachable. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🗓️ Upcoming Events 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Townhouses With Condo Fees vs. Without: Which Is the Better Investment? | Real Estate Investing Alberta | Edmonton | 23 Oct 2025 | 00:31:39 | |
🎧 Townhouses With Condo Fees vs. Without: Which Is the Better Investment? This conversation was so good that we decided to give it its own episode. In this deep-dive discussion, Wayne and Gabby break down one of the most debated topics in Canadian real estate investing: Are townhouses with condo fees a good investment—or should you only buy freehold properties? Wayne pulls back the curtain on how to analyze both types of townhouses using real data, not opinions, and explains why relying on "my realtor said" is one of the biggest mistakes investors make. Whether you're a new investor trying to understand condo fees or a seasoned pro looking for clarity, this episode will completely change how you evaluate townhouse deals. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Why You Should NEVER Invest With Other Investors | The $250K Lesson Every Canadian Needs to Hear | Real Estate Investing Canada | 23 Oct 2025 | 01:12:04 | |
🎧 Why You Should NEVER Invest With Other Investors | The $250K Lesson Every Canadian Needs to Hear When it comes to real estate investing, one of the biggest risks isn't the property—it's who you trust with your money. In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby discuss a heartbreaking story from a listener who lost $250,000 investing with the wrong people and how investors can protect themselves from making the same mistake. This episode exposes the harsh truth about unqualified investors raising capital, social media "gurus," and the dangers of trusting influencers over your own education. Wayne also breaks down how investors can make smarter, safer decisions by learning the fundamentals and understanding the numbers. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Red Deer Real Estate: The Hidden Goldmine Between Edmonton and Calgary | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 21 Oct 2025 | 01:03:38 | |
🎧 Red Deer Real Estate: The Hidden Goldmine Between Edmonton and Calgary Red Deer might be Alberta's most overlooked real estate market — but that's exactly what makes it exciting. In today's episode, Wayne & Gabby sit down with Krystal Kromm, investor-focused Realtor and active investor in Central Alberta, to break down why this mid-province market is starting to catch serious investor attention. They dive into the latest stats, shifting market conditions, and how new city council decisions could open (or limit) housing opportunities — from garage suites and secondary suites to purpose-built rentals. Whether Red Deer grows in density or stays tight on inventory, both outcomes create opportunities for smart investors who understand timing and strategy. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| How to Winterize Your Rental Properties (and Avoid Costly Repairs This Winter) | Real Estate Investing Canada | 20 Oct 2025 | 01:04:37 | |
🎧 How to Winterize Your Rental Properties (and Avoid Costly Repairs This Winter) As the temperatures drop, Wayne and Gabby walk you through everything you need to do to winterize your rental properties before costly surprises hit. From draining outdoor lines to scheduling furnace maintenance, this episode breaks down the essential seasonal checklist every landlord needs to protect their investment. They also answer a listener's question about joint ventures — specifically, how to respond when a money partner asks, "Why should I invest with you instead of just buying my own property and hiring a property manager?" Wayne delivers a powerful coaching moment on confidence, trust, and the emotional side of selling yourself as an investor. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Edmonton Real Estate Market Update with Calvin Hexter | Fall 2025 Trends & Investor Insights | Real Estate Investing Alberta | 18 Oct 2025 | 01:01:04 | |
🎧 Edmonton Real Estate Market Update with Calvin Hexter | Fall 2025 Trends & Investor Insights This morning's episode dives deep into the Edmonton, Alberta real estate market with special guest Calvin Hexter from Calvin Realty. Plus, Wayne shares a behind-the-scenes look at a powerful mentorship coaching call on retirement planning for real estate investors—how to reverse-engineer your goals, project future equity, and build a strategy for long-term financial freedom. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Focus on ROI, Not Doors: The Most Important Lesson in Real Estate Investing | Real Estate Investing Canada | 16 Oct 2025 | 01:20:00 | |
🎧 Focus on ROI, Not Doors: The Most Important Lesson in Real Estate Investing Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier In today's powerful episode, Wayne and Gabby Hillier deliver what might be the most important message in Canadian real estate investing — why chasing more doors is one of the biggest traps in the industry, and why smart investors focus on return on investment (ROI) instead. This show is a must-listen for every investor who wants to build real wealth and avoid the noise of "door-count" bragging. Wayne breaks down the math behind true investing success and exposes the gimmicks that mislead thousands of new investors. He explains why smart investors measure returns, not doors, and how to shift your mindset to think like a professional investor. You'll also hear practical insights on mortgage strategy, portfolio roadblocks, and how to plan your financing roadmap the right way. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test 🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor 🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation | |||
| Should You Hire a Property Manager? | 14 Aug 2026 | 00:56:11 | |
Should You Hire a Property Manager? Should you hire a property manager for your rental properties, or should you manage them yourself? For Wayne and Gabby, self-managing their rental portfolio was one of the scariest decisions they made early in their investing journey. It also became one of the biggest reasons their portfolio became more profitable and easier to scale. In today's episode of the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, Wayne and Gabby explain why they chose not to use traditional property management companies, how much that decision can potentially save, and the systems they built to manage rental properties across Alberta without constantly driving to them. The goal is not to convince every investor that property managers are bad. The goal is to understand the numbers, the trade-offs, and whether there may be a more profitable way to operate your rental business. 🧠 What You'll Learn
The first major reason was simple: Money. Wayne explains that depending on the property and management agreement, traditional property management can cost thousands of dollars per property every year. That expense can make an enormous difference during the early years of an investment when cash flow may already be tight. If a rental property produces $300 per month in cash flow but almost all of that goes toward management fees, there may be very little left to build reserves for vacancies, repairs, furnaces, roofs, sewer lines or unexpected emergencies. Wayne and Gabby wanted that money staying inside the rental business. The Second Reason: ControlThe other major reason was control. Delegating a task is one thing. Delegating important decisions about your investment is another. Nobody has the same financial interest in your rental property that you do. Wayne and Gabby wanted control over tenant communication, inspections, repairs, approvals and the decisions that ultimately affect the profitability of their investments. That does not mean every property manager is bad. It means the investor ultimately remains responsible for the investment. More Properties Mean More ProblemsScaling does not eliminate property management problems. It creates more of them. More properties mean more tenants. More tenants mean more maintenance requests, lease renewals, inspections, vacancies and unexpected situations. Wayne and Gabby explain that the goal is not to eliminate every problem. That is impossible. The goal is to build systems so those problems do not control your schedule or interfere with the life you were trying to create through real estate investing in the first place. Keep Everything OnlineOne of the biggest changes they made was moving virtually the entire property management business online. Documents are centrally stored and accessible remotely. Leases, mortgage information, property tax documents and other important information can be accessed quickly. Tenant communication is primarily handled through email. Gabby considers this one of the most important systems they implemented. No unnecessary texting. No unnecessary phone calls. Keep communication documented and organized through email whenever possible. That creates a clear record and makes the business easier to manage. Create Templates for EverythingOver time, Wayne and Gabby stopped rewriting the same things repeatedly. They developed templates for:
When a familiar situation occurs, they do not have to reinvent the solution. They already know what to do. The objective is to remove unnecessary decision-making from the business. Build Clear Tenant Approval SystemsTenant selection should not be based on constantly debating whether somebody seems good enough. Wayne and Gabby created clear criteria. Does the applicant meet the requirement? Yes or no. Check or X. That makes tenant screening more consistent and easier to delegate while protecting the quality of the portfolio. Build Your Power TeamSelf-management does not mean doing every repair yourself. Wayne and Gabby built a team of trusted local professionals who can handle repairs, maintenance and emergencies. When something happens, the question is no longer: "How am I going to fix this?" It becomes: "Who do I call?" Their ideal power-team members are solution-oriented people who can inspect a problem, determine what needs to happen and move toward solving it without requiring Wayne or Gabby to personally supervise every step. Delegate the In-Person WorkThere are still tasks that require somebody to physically attend the property. Showings. Inspections. Dropping something off. Minor errands. Basic on-site tasks. Instead of paying a full property management fee, Wayne and Gabby use local people who can handle those jobs hourly when required. Some years a property may need very little in-person assistance at all. That creates a dramatically different cost structure than paying a percentage of rent every month. What Can the Savings Look Like?Wayne explains that property management fees can potentially amount to roughly $3,000 to $5,000 per property per year, depending on the property, rents, fees and management agreement. Now apply that across a larger portfolio. If an investor owned 20 properties and saved approximately $4,000 to $5,000 per property annually: 20 × $4,000 = $80,000 20 × $5,000 = $100,000 That represents potentially $80,000 to $100,000 per year staying inside the rental business instead of being paid toward management. Those savings can improve cash flow, build reserves, increase returns and potentially even help an investor create enough income to leave another job. Systems Create FreedomSelf-management does not mean spending every day dealing with tenants. Done poorly, it absolutely can. Done properly, Wayne and Gabby believe it can be the opposite. Everything runs through systems. Tenant communication has a system. Maintenance has a system. Tenant approval has a system. Inspections have a system. Documents have a system. Emergencies have a system. And as the portfolio grows, additional help can be added. For Wayne and Gabby, that eventually included virtual assistants who can handle much of the day-to-day communication while they continue making the important decisions. The objective is not to personally do everything. The objective is to maintain control while delegating the work. The Main LessonHiring a property manager can absolutely make sense for some investors. If property management is the only thing preventing you from buying a rental property, Wayne would rather see you hire someone than never invest at all. But investors should not assume that outsourcing the entire operation is their only option. With the right systems, templates, team and processes, it is possible to self-manage rental properties remotely while keeping significantly more money inside the investment. For Wayne and Gabby, that became one of the foundations of building a profitable rental portfolio. 👥 About Your HostsWayne and Gabby Hillier are full-time Canadian real estate investors, entrepreneurs and founders of REI Masters. Through the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, they share practical lessons from building, buying and managing rental properties across Alberta. 💡 Resources & Contact Remote Property Management CourseLearn the systems Gabby developed to self-manage rental properties remotely, including:
50% off through Sunday, August 16, 2026. Join the REI Masters Mentorship ProgramWork directly with Wayne and Gabby on real estate investing strategy, acquisitions, property management, deal analysis and portfolio growth. Get The 5% Rule™Learn Wayne Hillier's framework for evaluating rental property cash flow and reducing investment risk. Search The 5% Rule by Wayne Hillier on Amazon. Watch the Show LiveThe Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show broadcasts live at 7:00 AM Mountain Time on YouTube. There will be no live shows Monday, August 17 through Wednesday, August 19 while Wayne and Gabby are away with family. The show returns Thursday, August 20, 2026. Follow Wayne Hillier – Real Estate Investing Coach on YouTube. 📅 Upcoming Events REI Masters Edmonton Real Estate Investing Bus TourEdmonton, Alberta Tour real Edmonton investment properties and learn why Wayne and Gabby purchased them, how they financed them, how they select tenants and how the deals fit into their investment strategy. The tour will also include one of their multi-unit garden suite developments nearing completion. Family friendly, with the kids' scavenger hunt returning. Only a limited number of seats remain. 🌐 www.reimasters.ca/edmontonbustour REIcon – The Summit SeriesEdmonton, Alberta Wayne and Gabby will be teaching due diligence, pre-closing preparation, property management and asset management. The Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show will also be recorded live on stage Saturday morning. 🌐 reiconference.ca 🤝 Sponsors Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team Finngo Bookkeeping & TaxSpecialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage GroupInvestor-focused mortgage planning for Canadian real estate investors. | |||
| Write Stronger Real Estate Offers | 13 Aug 2026 | 01:00:08 | |
Writing a real estate offer is simple. Writing an offer that actually gets accepted is a different story. In today's episode of the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, Wayne breaks down the key components of a real estate offer and shares his Stop, Look and Listen system for negotiating stronger deals. The biggest mistake investors make is getting emotionally attached to a property before the negotiation even begins. You do not need this deal. Another deal will come. Once you understand that, you can slow down, look at the situation objectively, gather information and build an offer around what actually matters to the seller. 🧠 What You'll Learn
Wayne breaks most residential real estate offers down into a handful of components investors can actually control: 1. Included and excluded items Appliances, sheds, air conditioners and other attached or unattached goods need to be identified. 2. Deposit The size of the deposit can demonstrate how serious and financially prepared the buyer is. 3. Conditions Common conditions include financing and home inspection, although additional conditions can be added depending on the property. 4. Possession date A flexible possession date can sometimes be worth more to a seller than a slightly higher purchase price. 5. Price Price matters, but it should not be the only part of the offer you negotiate. The length of the condition period and the amount of time the seller has to accept the offer can also be used strategically. Stop: Calm DownThe first part of Wayne's system is simple: Stop. One of the quickest ways to make a bad investment decision is to convince yourself that you have to own a particular property. The moment investors become desperate, logic often disappears. They start increasing their price. They remove protections. They worry that another buyer will take the property. And suddenly they are negotiating against themselves. Wayne's reminder is simple: You do not need this deal. Another opportunity will eventually come. Once you accept that, it becomes much easier to evaluate the property objectively and negotiate from a position of confidence. Look: Find the LeverageOnce you have removed the emotion, look at the situation. What information is available? Why might the seller be moving? Is the property vacant? Are there moving boxes throughout the house? Has it been sitting on the market? Does the property need repairs? Is the furnace near the end of its life? Is the hot water tank leaking? Are the floors damaged? Does the basement have water problems? These details can help explain why your offer is structured the way it is. Instead of simply throwing out a low number, you can justify your price based on real costs. For example, if a furnace needs replacing and the hot water tank is already leaking, the buyer may need to spend thousands of dollars immediately after possession. That information can become part of the negotiation. The seller could replace those components before possession, or the purchase price could be adjusted to reflect the work required. Listen: Understand What the Seller Actually NeedsThe final part of the system is: Listen. What is the seller saying? What is their realtor saying? What information is available through the property? What is their motivation? Do they need a specific possession date? Are they moving to another city? Do they need certainty quickly? Would a shorter condition period help them? Would a larger deposit make them more comfortable? The more you understand about the seller, the easier it becomes to build an offer around what matters to them. And sometimes what matters most is not the highest price. It might be certainty. Timing. A faster condition removal. A larger deposit. Or simply dealing with a buyer they believe will actually close. Strong Offers Are Not Always Higher OffersWayne shares how he recently secured another cash-flowing Edmonton rental property before he had even personally walked through it. He knew the neighbourhood. He understood the numbers. He knew what he was looking for. And because the opportunity met his criteria, he was able to move quickly. The offer was prepared before the property even had a lockbox installed. Instead of waiting for more buyers to appear, Wayne submitted an aggressive offer with a short acceptance window. The seller had a decision to make. Accept a strong offer now or wait and hope something better arrived. The offer was accepted. That is the advantage of knowing exactly what you are looking for before the opportunity appears. Do Not Reinvent the WheelWayne and Gabby also discuss why real estate investing does not need to be complicated. When you know what works, you can repeat it. Find the types of properties that produce the strongest combination of:
Then learn those properties and neighbourhoods extremely well. When the right opportunity appears, you can recognize it immediately. That allows you to act faster than investors who are still trying to determine whether the deal makes sense. Negotiation Should Create a WinThe goal is not to steal a property from somebody. The goal is to find a deal that works for the investor while also solving the seller's problem. Sometimes the seller needs the highest possible price. Sometimes they need a specific possession date. Sometimes they need certainty. Sometimes they need the property sold quickly. The only way to know is to gather information. That is why Wayne's system comes back to three simple steps: Stop. Look. Listen. Stop being desperate. Look for useful information and leverage. Listen to what the seller actually needs. Then use that information to write the strongest offer possible. 👥 About Your HostsWayne and Gabby Hillier are full-time Canadian real estate investors, entrepreneurs and founders of REI Masters. Through the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, they share practical lessons from building, buying, operating and managing rental properties across Alberta. 💡 Resources & Contact Join the REI Masters Mentorship ProgramWork directly with Wayne and Gabby on real estate investing strategy, acquisitions, negotiation, deal analysis, property management and portfolio growth. Remote Property Management CourseLearn the systems Gabby uses to manage rental properties remotely. Get The 5% Rule™Learn Wayne Hillier's framework for evaluating rental-property cash flow and reducing investment risk. Search The 5% Rule by Wayne Hillier on Amazon. Watch the Show LiveJoin Wayne and Gabby every weekday morning at 7:00 AM Mountain Time on YouTube. Follow Wayne Hillier – Real Estate Investing Coach on YouTube. 📅 Upcoming Events REI Masters Edmonton Real Estate Investing Bus TourEdmonton, Alberta Tour real Edmonton investment properties, including one of Wayne and Gabby's multi-unit garden suite projects nearing completion. Tickets are limited. 🌐 www.reimasters.ca/edmontonbustour REIcon – The Summit SeriesEdmonton, Alberta Wayne and Gabby will be presenting on due diligence, pre-closing preparation, property management and asset management. The Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show will also be recorded live on stage Saturday morning. 🌐 reiconference.ca 🤝 Sponsors Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team Finngo Bookkeeping & TaxSpecialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage GroupInvestor-focused mortgage planning for Canadian real estate investors. | |||
| How to Build Wealth in Real Estate When Life Keeps Getting in the Way | 30 Jul 2026 | 01:20:50 | |
Real estate investing doesn't happen in a perfect world. Sometimes life throws unexpected challenges your way—floods, repairs, tenant issues, family responsibilities, or financial setbacks. The key isn't avoiding adversity. It's learning how to keep moving forward despite it. In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby answer several real-world questions from listeners across Canada, including how to recover when a tenant backs out before moving in, what to do if you're approaching retirement with limited options, and how to build a rental portfolio that can adapt as markets change. Along the way, they also share an honest behind-the-scenes update on navigating one of the busiest and most challenging seasons they've faced as investors—and why growth requires continuing to move forward, even when life tries to slow you down. 🧠 What You'll Learn
Wayne Hillier is a full-time real estate investor, entrepreneur, and Canadian Real Estate Investing Coach. After building a large portfolio of cash-flowing rental properties, Wayne now helps Canadians invest safely using proven systems focused on cash flow, risk management, and long-term wealth. Gabby Hillier is a real estate investor and property management expert specializing in landlord systems, tenant screening, lease agreements, and creating scalable rental property operations. Together they host the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, providing free coaching for Canadian real estate investors every weekday morning. 💡 Resources & Contact🎓 Learn more about the REI Masters Mentorship Program: 📖 Get your copy of The 5% Rule™: 📧 Questions for the show? 🎙️ Join us live every weekday morning for free coaching on the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show. 📅 Upcoming EventsREI Masters Edmonton Real Estate Investing Bus Tour Calvin Realty Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group | |||
| Why Developers Love Edmonton & Calgary (And What Most Investors Are Getting Wrong) | Wayne Hillier | Real Estate Investing Alberta | 24 Feb 2026 | 01:06:34 | |
🎧 Why Developers Love Edmonton & Calgary (And What Most Investors Are Getting Wrong) Today's episode started with some fun… Miami burritos, onion peeling stations, and some real talk about rental property realities. But underneath the laughs was a serious investor lesson. We broke down why developers are flocking to Edmonton and Calgary, what record housing starts actually mean for investors, and the hard truth about tenant expectations in brand-new builds. If you're building, buying rentals, or thinking about developing — this one matters. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
Edmonton ranked #1 and Calgary #5 in Canada for ease and affordability of building. Here's why:
Add in federal incentives like GST removal on purpose-built rentals and CMHC MLI Select — and you've got a development-friendly environment. But here's the key: Developers build where demand exists. And right now? That demand has been rental housing. 📉 The Rental Supply ShiftAlberta experienced:
Developers responded. Now we may be overshooting. More supply means:
That doesn't mean opportunity is gone. It means strategy matters more than ever. 🏠 The Hard Truth About Brand-New RentalsWayne shared a powerful reality check today: Brand-new, high-end rentals do not guarantee high-end tenants. In fact:
This isn't about judgment. It's about realistic expectations. Smart investors:
High-end finishes often only make sense when preparing to sell — not for long-term rentals. 🎯 The Bigger LessonCheap. Easy. Fast. That's why developers love Alberta. But investors must ask: Is there still demand when my project finishes 12–18 months from now? Speculation without demand is gambling. Building with demand is investing. 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about our Mentorship Program: Bookkeeping & tax help: Submit a question: 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including: 🔹 Why Edmonton is one of Canada's strongest cash flow markets 👉 Learn more and register at: | |||
| Capital Cost Allowance in Canada: How to Depreciate Your Rental Properties | Steve Tsonev | Real Estate Investing Canada | 23 Feb 2026 | 01:04:39 | |
🎧 Capital Cost Allowance in Canada: How to Depreciate Your Rental Properties Today's episode focused on Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) and how Canadian real estate investors can use depreciation strategically to reduce taxable rental income. We were joined by Steve Tsonev from Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax, who broke down how CCA works in Canada, why it's a deferral strategy (not a loophole), and what investors need to understand about recapture when they sell. This conversation is especially important for investors who are scaling and starting to feel the weight of taxable rental income. We also discussed a recent Edmonton real estate article and what it signals for local investors. The episode connected tax planning, local market awareness, and long-term portfolio strategy. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca 📘 The 5% Rule™ – A Real Estate Cash Flow Test for Canadian Investors 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including: 🔹 Why Edmonton is one of Canada's strongest cash flow markets 👉 Learn more and register at: | |||
| Garage Suites, Tenant Payment Plans & This or That | Real Estate Investing Canada | 23 Feb 2026 | 01:04:14 | |
🎧 Garage Suites, Tenant Payment Plans & This or That Today's episode was completely open agenda. No preset topic. Just live questions from listeners and real conversations about what's actually happening in your portfolios. We covered garage suite numbers, payment plans with struggling tenants, damage deposit policies, taxes vs evictions, and wrapped it up with a fun round of "This or That." 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca 📘 The 5% Rule™ – A Real Estate Cash Flow Test for Canadian Investors 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including: 🔹 Why Edmonton is one of Canada's strongest cash flow markets 👉 Learn more and register at: | |||
| How Joint Venture Splits Actually Work (Part 2) | Wayne Hillier | Real Estate Investing Canada | 20 Feb 2026 | 01:02:31 | |
🎧 How Joint Venture Splits Actually Work (Part 2) Joint ventures are one of the most powerful tools for scaling your real estate portfolio, yet they are also one of the most misunderstood. In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby go deeper than ever into how joint venture splits actually work. This is Part 2 of the discussion, and it covers the real-world mechanics behind 50/50 splits, contract structure, renegotiation myths, refinance strategies, and tax considerations in Canada. If you want to scale beyond what your own income and borrowing power allow, this episode is essential listening. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including: 🔹 Why Edmonton is one of Canada's strongest cash flow markets 👉 Learn more and register at: If you want to scale your portfolio faster, joint ventures are not optional. They are leverage. And leverage done properly changes everything. | |||
| How Joint Venture Splits Actually Work (Part 1) | Wayne Hillier | Real Estate Investing Canada | 18 Feb 2026 | 01:03:50 | |
🎧 How Joint Venture Splits Actually Work (And Why Most Investors Get It Wrong) – Part 1 Today's episode was sparked by a listener email from a newer investor navigating their first real joint venture conversation… and realizing they couldn't confidently explain how the profit splits actually work. If you've ever hesitated when someone asked, "Wait… how does this really work?" — this episode is for you. Wayne breaks down:
And yes… this is Part 1. We're continuing tomorrow. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & ContactLearn about our Mentorship Program: Bookkeeping & tax help: Submit a question: 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including: 🔹 Why Edmonton is one of Canada's strongest cash flow markets 👉 Learn more and register at: Tomorrow: Part 2 — deeper dive into JV objections, risk conversations, and how to sell the opportunity properly. If you're currently having JV conversations, this might be the most important two-part series we've done in a while. | |||
| Three Things I Wish I Knew When I Started in Real Estate Investing (Gabby's Version) | Gabby Hillier | Real Estate Investing Canada | 17 Feb 2026 | 01:05:52 | |
🎧 Three Things I Wish I Knew When I Started in Real Estate Investing (Gabby's Version) Back from a weekend full of soccer, snow, Family Day, and Costa Rica countdowns, today's episode took a powerful turn. Wayne shared his three lessons last week. Today was Gabby's turn. And if you're a newer investor, this one might hit harder than you expect. This wasn't about multifamily vs. single family. This was about mindset. Identity. Growth. And comparison. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
One of Gabby's biggest early lessons: "This is a business, and all the problems my tenants face are theirs, not mine." That doesn't mean you stop being empathetic. But it does mean:
Early on, it's emotionally exhausting. But here's the shift: You can care without carrying. If bending the rules benefits your business, do it strategically. If it doesn't? That's not cold. This business will change you. If you want your portfolio to grow, you must grow. There is no way around it. Gabby shared something powerful: You must become comfortable being uncomfortable. Wayne reframed it: It's not about tolerating discomfort. Every uncomfortable decision:
And once you've handled something a few times? It no longer rattles you. That anxiety you felt in year one? Not because you're hardened. Because you're stronger. 3️⃣ Comparison Is the Killer of SuccessThis was the mic-drop moment. "Comparison is the killer of success." In today's world, this is harder than ever. Social media:
But here's what happens when you compare:
You start driving someone else's route. And that's when you hit the ditch. Stay in your lane. If your goal is 3 rental properties, own that. If your goal is 30, own that too. "Only" and "small" are comparative words. If you stopped comparing, your goals would feel sufficient. 🚫 Social Media Is Being Used BackwardsMost people use social media to compare. But it's actually a marketing tool. You're not supposed to log on to measure yourself against others. You're supposed to:
Instead, most people:
It's backwards. Use it to build your brand, not destroy your confidence. 🎯 The Real Mentorship LessonThe tactical stuff?
That's easy. The hard part? Helping someone rediscover the confidence they lost years ago. The belief. Because that's what determines who endures. And endurance is rare. 👥 About Your HostsWayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & ContactLearn about our Mentorship Program: Bookkeeping & tax help: Submit a question: 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including: 🔹 Why Edmonton is one of Canada's strongest cash flow markets 👉 Learn more and register at: If you take one thing from today: Write this down. Comparison is the killer of success. Stay in your lane. | |||
| I Was Doing It All Wrong When I Started in Real Estate | Wayne Hillier | Real Estate Investing Canada | 13 Feb 2026 | 01:13:51 | |
🎧 I Was Doing It All Wrong When I Started in Real Estate Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier When I first got started in real estate investing, I thought I was doing everything right. I worked overtime. And for a while… it worked. But I was moving slowly. I was stressed. And I was building the wrong way. In today's episode, I break down exactly what I did when I started, where I went wrong, and the mindset shift that completely changed the trajectory of our portfolio. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & ContactLearn about our Mentorship Program: Bookkeeping & tax help: Submit a question: 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including: 🔹 Why Edmonton is one of Canada's strongest cash flow markets 👉 Learn more and register at: | |||
| 3 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Investing in Real Estate | Wayne Hillier | Real Estate Investing Canada | 12 Feb 2026 | 01:06:17 | |
🎧 3 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Investing in Real Estate Today's episode was raw, real, and powerful. No leftover questions. No email backlog. Just an honest breakdown of the three biggest lessons Wayne wishes he had understood when he first started investing. If you're early in your journey — or even a few properties in — this one will hit. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & ContactLearn about our Mentorship Program: Bookkeeping & tax help: Submit a question for the show: 📘 Get Wayne's Book: Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including: 🔹 Why Edmonton is one of Canada's strongest cash flow markets 👉 Learn more and register at: 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers This episode was less about tactics and more about mindset. If you're circling the runway instead of landing the plane… it might be time to stop worrying about what people think and start moving. Because motion beats perfection. And joint ventures aren't optional if you want to scale. See you tomorrow morning at 6am MT. | |||
| Why I Walked Away From a "Great Deal" Strata Townhouse | Real Estate Investing Canada | Edmonton | 10 Feb 2026 | 01:09:32 | |
🎧 Why I Walked Away From a "Great Deal" Strata Townhouse Today's episode is a real behind-the-scenes look at how an experienced investor evaluates risk, uncovers hidden problems, and knows when to walk away. Wayne breaks down a real strata townhouse deal in Edmonton that looked great on the surface but fell apart during due diligence. This is a masterclass in how not to get burned by condo documents, special assessments, and misunderstood risks. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes air every weekday morning featuring real deals, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice you can actually use. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about our Mentorship Program: Bookkeeping & tax help for investors: Submit a question for the show: 📘 Get the Book 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including:
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| How to Assess a Condo Townhouse Strata Due Diligence for Investors | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 09 Feb 2026 | 01:04:04 | |
🎧 How to Assess a Condo Townhouse | Strata Due Diligence for Investors Today's episode was a full masterclass on how to properly assess a condo or strata townhouse before buying. Triggered by a listener question, Wayne breaks down the real-world due diligence process investors need to follow to avoid bad surprises, special assessments, and poorly managed condo corporations. This is an episode you'll want to save, bookmark, and share with anyone considering condo or townhouse investing. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real investor questions, coaching moments, and practical investing education. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about the REI Masters Mentorship Program: Bookkeeping & tax help for investors: Submit a question for a future episode: 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including:
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| How We Built Our Real Estate Investing Empire (Starting with Just $15,000) | 29 Jul 2026 | 01:19:48 | |
How We Built Our Real Estate Investing Empire (Starting with Just $15,000) In this episode, Wayne and Gabby pull back the curtain on their entire real estate investing journey—from starting with debt and a single $15,000 down payment to building a large real estate portfolio, multiple businesses, and achieving financial freedom. They explain the strategies they used at each stage of their journey, why they adapted to changing markets, and how everyday Canadians can follow a similar path. 🧠 What You'll Learn
Wayne Hillier is a Canadian real estate investor, entrepreneur, and real estate investing coach with more than 15 years of investing experience. He specializes in helping Canadians build sustainable, cash-flowing rental portfolios using proven systems and long-term investing strategies. Gabby Hillier is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and systems expert who has developed the property management, bookkeeping, and operational systems that power their growing portfolio and businesses. Together, they host the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, providing free real estate investing education every weekday morning. 💡 Resources & Contact🎓 Join the REI Masters Mentorship Program 📘 Get Wayne's book: The 5% Rule™ 📧 Email your questions: 🎙️ Watch the show live every weekday morning. 🤝 SponsorsCalvin Realty Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group August 22, 2026 | |||
| Edmonton Market Shift Creates New Investor Opportunities | January 2026 Update with Calvin Hexter | Real Estate Investing Canada | 06 Feb 2026 | 01:01:23 | |
🎧 Edmonton Market Shift Creates New Investor Opportunities | January 2026 Update with Calvin Hexter Markets change. Smart investors adapt. In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby break down what shifting conditions in Edmonton's rental and real estate markets actually mean for investors who are paying attention. While headlines focus on rising vacancies and changing dynamics, this episode reframes the conversation around opportunity, preparation, and long-term strategy. Later, investor-focused Realtor Calvin Hexter joins the show with January 2026 Edmonton real estate stats to help investors understand where momentum is building, where pricing is stabilizing, and how to position yourself heading into the spring market. This episode is about learning how to win in any market cycle. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
🏘️ Edmonton Rental Market: A Reset, Not a Problem Wayne explains that Edmonton's rental market is shifting from an unusually tight period back toward balance — something experienced investors expect and plan for. Key takeaways:
Gabby shares proactive landlord strategies that thrive in competitive environments:
📊 January 2026 Edmonton Real Estate Market Stats (with Calvin Hexter)
Calvin breaks down how:
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👉 Learn more and register at: 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about our Mentorship Program: Bookkeeping & tax help: Submit a question for the show: 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers | |||
| Buying Off-Market Properties Without Getting Burned | Real Estate Investing Canada | Wayne Hillier | 05 Feb 2026 | 01:06:47 | |
🎧 Buying Off-Market Properties Without Getting Burned Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Buying off-market properties can feel intimidating, especially if you're used to the comfort and structure of MLS transactions. In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby walk through exactly how off-market purchases work, what actually changes when there's no realtor involved, and how investors can protect themselves legally and financially. The conversation also expands into broader investing lessons, including why simple, boring deals often outperform flashy strategies, how the age and structure of a property impacts long-term value, and why many investors overcomplicate their path to wealth. Wayne shares candid insights on scaling, bandwidth, and the real reason experienced investors prioritize ease and repeatability over "home run" deals. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including: 🔹 Why Edmonton is one of Canada's strongest cash flow markets 👉 Learn more and register at: | |||
| How Much Income Do You REALLY Need to Qualify for a Mortgage? | Keaton Kirkwood | Real Estate Investing Canada | 04 Feb 2026 | 01:03:36 | |
🎧 How Much Income Do You REALLY Need to Qualify for a Mortgage? This morning's episode gets real about mortgage qualification — and why so many investors hit a wall even when they "make good money." Investor-focused mortgage broker Keaton Kirkwood joins us to break down the actual math behind qualifying for rental properties in Canada, using real Edmonton examples. We talk surplus income, car payments, lender differences, and why small decisions can make or break your ability to build a portfolio. If you've ever asked yourself "Why won't the bank approve me?" — this episode answers it. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts New episodes every weekday morning featuring real coaching conversations, market insights, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & Contact Bookkeeping & tax help for real estate investors: Submit a question for the show: 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including:
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| The Power of Community & Networking in Real Estate Investing With Patrick Mooney | Real Estate Investing Canada | Edmonton | 03 Feb 2026 | 01:02:16 | |
🎧 The Power of Community & Networking in Real Estate Investing Building wealth in real estate is not a solo sport. In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby break down why community and networking are "rocket fuel" for your growth as an investor, and how surrounding yourself with the right people helps you move faster, make better decisions, and stop second-guessing everything. You'll also hear a live networking exercise you can copy today to start building your investor circle. Special guest Patrick Mooney joins the show to share how networking helped accelerate his investing journey, plus details on the Edmonton Real Estate Investor Meetup happening this weekend. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 Special Guest 📍 Edmonton Real Estate Investor Meetup (This Weekend)
👥 About Your Hosts 💡 Resources & Contact Bookkeeping & tax help: Submit a question: 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start, or maybe you're wondering if it's really the right market for you? Edmonton is quickly becoming one of Canada's top markets for real estate investors, and we're here to show you exactly how to make the most of it. Our eight-week online program gives you the blueprint to invest with confidence and build a strong cash-flowing portfolio in Edmonton, Alberta. In just eight weeks, you'll uncover:
Whether you're brand new or looking to grow your portfolio, this program gives you the tools and strategies to succeed in the Edmonton market. 👉 Learn more and register at: | |||
| Calgary Real Estate Market Shifts & How to Scale Using Equity (Without Running Out of Money) | Real Estate Investing Canada | Alberta | 02 Feb 2026 | 01:05:31 | |
Calgary Market Shifts & How to Scale Using Equity (Without Running Out of Money) Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Today's episode dives into two big topics investors are asking about right now: Wayne breaks down complex concepts in plain language, walks through real examples, and shares why "mastering your market" matters more than ever. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
Bottom line: Calgary is no longer a market for "spray and pray" investing. Precision matters. 🎯 Wayne's Core MessageReal wealth isn't built by guessing the market top or bottom.
Most investors miss opportunities not because they aren't smart, but because they don't know what to look for yet. 👥 About Your HostsWayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, joint ventures, flips, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes air every weekday morning featuring real deals, real coaching, and real market insight. 💡 Resources & ContactLearn about the REI Masters Mentorship Program: Investor bookkeeping & tax support: Submit a question for the show: 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course walks you through:
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| Calories In, Cash Flow Out: The Math Behind Health, Wealth, and Smarter Investing | Real Estate Investing Canada | 29 Jan 2026 | 01:06:25 | |
🎧 Calories In, Cash Flow Out: The Math Behind Health, Wealth, and Smarter Investing Today's episode started unscripted and turned into a deep dive on something that affects every investor: understanding the math behind decisions. Wayne continued yesterday's conversation on health, calories, and discipline, then tied it directly into cash flow, risk, and profitability in real estate investing. This episode is about stopping the guesswork, understanding the rules of the game, and making intentional decisions in both your personal life and your rental portfolio. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through the REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about our Mentorship Program: Bookkeeping & tax help for investors: Submit a question for the show: 📘 Get the book: 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including: 🔹 Why Edmonton is one of Canada's strongest cash flow markets 👉 Learn more and register at: | |||
| Understanding The Math Behind Health And Real Estate Wealth | Real Estate Investing Canada | 28 Jan 2026 | 01:30:18 | |
Understanding the Math Behind Health and Real Estate Wealth Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Most people believe progress comes from motivation, discipline, or finding the "right" program. In reality, progress comes from understanding the math. In today's episode, Wayne breaks down how the same simple math principles apply to health, weight loss, and real estate investing, and why ignoring the numbers keeps people stuck for years. This is a practical, no-fluff conversation about systems, discipline, delayed gratification, and why simplicity often exposes the real problem. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through the REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. 🎙 New episodes every weekday morning featuring real coaching moments, real numbers, and real investor lessons. 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing CourseThinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-Week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including:
👉 Learn more and register at: 📘 Learn about the REI Masters Mentorship Program: 📊 Investor bookkeeping & tax help: 📩 Submit a question for the show: 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers | |||
| Taxes, Deductions & Getting Ready for 2025 Filing Season | Steve Tsonev | Finngo | Real Estate Investing Canada | 27 Jan 2026 | 01:05:45 | |
🎧 Taxes, Deductions & Getting Ready for 2025 Filing Season With tax season right around the corner, today's episode dives deep into what real estate investors need to know before they hand anything off to their accountant. Wayne & Gabby are joined by Steve Tsonev, Managing Partner at Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax, to break down preparation, deductions, common mistakes, and how to make tax season way less stressful. If you own rental properties, are filing your first return with rental income, or just want clarity on what's deductible and what's not — this episode is a must-listen. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Guest Steve Tsonev is the Managing Partner at Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax, one of Canada's leading investor-focused accounting firms. Steve specializes in working with real estate investors, business owners, and corporations across Canada, helping them reduce tax liability, stay compliant, and build long-term wealth through smart tax strategy and systems. 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, joint ventures, flips, and creative real estate strategies. 🎙 New episodes every weekday morning featuring real investor stories, coaching moments, and tactical advice. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about the REI Masters Mentorship Program: Investor-focused bookkeeping & tax help: Submit a question for the show: 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers
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| When a Seller Accepts… Then Backs Out | Early Lease Renewals | Rental Property Taxes | Real Estate Investing Canada | 26 Jan 2026 | 01:06:57 | |
🎧 When a Seller Accepts… Then Backs Out | Early Lease Renewals | Rental Property Taxes Today's episode kicks off with a real-world deal story that most investors will never experience: an offer accepted below list price, no counter… and then suddenly pulled back. Wayne breaks down exactly what happened, how it was handled, and the lessons investors need to take away when navigating fast-moving deals, multiple parties, and verbal acceptances. From there, the show moves into several high-impact listener questions covering lease renewals, common-law relationships, agreements for sale, and how to properly think about taxes when analyzing rental properties. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies. New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about our Mentorship Program: Bookkeeping & tax help (investor-focused): Submit a question for the show: 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including:
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| A Rental Property That Never Appreciated (And Still Made $200,000) | Real Estate Investing Canada | Edmonton | 23 Jan 2026 | 01:08:03 | |
🎧 A Rental Property That Never Appreciated (And Still Made $200,000) Today's episode is a masterclass in understanding how real money is actually made in real estate, even when appreciation never shows up. Wayne walks through a real Edmonton property that hasn't increased in value in eight years, yet still produced over $200,000 in total profit through forced equity, mortgage paydown, and cash flow. The conversation challenges common investor myths, breaks down the math most people never run, and explains why timing, market mastery, and education matter more than hype or hope. 🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode
👥 About Your Hosts Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, joint ventures, fix and flips, and conservative cash-flow-first investing strategies. New episodes air live every weekday morning at 6:00 AM MT, offering free coaching, real deal breakdowns, and unfiltered investing education. 💡 Resources & Contact Learn about the REI Masters Mentorship Program: Mortgage guidance for investors: Bookkeeping & tax support for investors: Submit a question for the show: 🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors 🏠 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor 📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm 💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Mortgage Brokers 🏫 Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course Thinking about investing in Edmonton but not sure where to start? Our 8-week Edmonton Real Estate Investing Course gives you a clear blueprint to invest with confidence, including:
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