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Why would a Canadian making seven figures walk away from it all to start over in the U.S.? 🇺🇸

This week, Mat Piche sits down with Joe Doyle, a member of our course and community. In B.C., Joe sells around 100 homes a year, owns 13 properties, has flipped more than 50, and runs a gym and a car wash on the side. By any measure, he made it in Canada. But between B.C.'s short-term rental crackdown, the vacant home tax and the new anti-flip tax, Joe decided he'd rather be swimming in the OCEAN than a goldfish pond.

Within about a month of setting up his U.S. structure, Joe had his first deal under contract: a move-in-ready 3 bed, 2 bath house in Texas at $145K, with local agents putting the after-repair value around $220K. No renovation. No contractors. Just close, stage, list and sell, without touching the doorknob.

In this episode, we break down:

🏠 Joe's first U.S. deal: $145K purchase, roughly $220K estimated value, zero renovation

🧮 Peeling the onion: what Joe stands to make if the realtor is right, and what he could still make if they're way off

🚪 Why a seasoned flipper is choosing "no-touch" deals over big renovation projects

🍁 How B.C. regulations took away Joe's Airbnb income, then taxed him for leaving the home empty

🏛️ Setting up a Canadian and U.S. corporate structure the right way, with the E-2 visa as the long-term goal

⚾ Why base hits beat home runs, and how volume eventually brings the grand slams

🤠 What Joe saw in Texas: speed, no red tape and a "just build your business" attitude

💡 His advice for Canadians on the fence: "$1 of unearned money is 10 times more valuable than earned money"

🧭 Deciding how you want to live, then reverse-engineering the business to get there

Joe had already "made it" in Canada. He's not chasing money. He's chasing freedom, more time with his family and a country that wants him to grow.

Our mission with The American Upside is simple: To show everyday people what's possible when they start thinking bigger about money, business and investing.

Whether you're Canadian or American, an experienced investor or someone who's never purchased a property, this show is for you.

Explore our coaching and real estate investing programs: https://fruitfulinvestingacademy.com

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Disclaimer: The deal discussed in this episode was under contract at the time of recording. Profit figures are estimates, not final results. Joe's results are his own and are not typical, and they are not a promise or guarantee that you will earn similar results. Real estate investing involves risk, including the loss of money. Nothing in this episode is legal, tax, financial or immigration advice.

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What does it actually take for a regular Canadian to break into U.S. real estate? 🇺🇸

This week, Mat Piche sits down with Travis, a Canadian construction guy and one of the very first members of our mentorship. Travis didn't have a big budget or a shortcut. He made 25,000 cold calls over SEVEN MONTHS before landing a single deal. Then the deals started stacking up: $18K, then $30K, then $98K on ONE property in Delray Beach, Florida.

No fluff. Real deals, real numbers, and the mistakes that cost him months.

In this episode, we break down:

📞 Why 25,000 cold calls produced zero deals, and what finally changed

📲 Switching from cold calling to SMS and voicemail blasting (with an AI receptionist answering the phone)

🏔️ The $18K log cabin deal that closed while he was on a 46-day, no-money road trip from Detroit to Miami

🏘️ How a duplex he almost lost to a higher bidder turned into a $30K fee with three offers in 48 hours

🌴 The $98K Delray Beach deal: under contract at $336K, listed at $465K, 36 showings in the first weekend

📈 Going from about $67K gross in year one (part-time) to roughly $250K this year

🧱 Why beginners should start with novations, double closes or cash deals, not fix and flips

🇨🇦 How to set up a U.S. structure from Canada, and how to start doing deals before it's ready

🤐 Travis's blunt advice for Canadians on the fence: stop asking for everyone's opinion

Travis is proof this isn't just possible for Mat and Andrew. It's possible for any Canadian willing to put in the reps, get the right guidance and treat it like a business.

Our mission with The American Upside is simple: To show everyday people what's possible when they start thinking bigger about money, business and investing.

Whether you're Canadian or American, an experienced investor or someone who's never purchased a property, this show is for you.

Explore our coaching and real estate investing programs: https://fruitfulinvestingacademy.com

Subscribe to The American Upside for conversations about real estate, entrepreneurship, money, and building a better life in America.

Disclaimer: The results shared in this episode are Travis's own and are not typical. They are not a promise or guarantee that you will earn similar results. Real estate investing involves risk, including the loss of money. Nothing in this episode is legal, tax, financial or immigration advice.

Want Us To Be Your Mentors? https://fruitfulinvestingacademy.comHow do two Canadians build a real estate business buying and selling properties across the United States? 🇺🇸In the very first episode of The American Upside, Mat Piche and Andrew Hines pull back the curtain on how they built an American real estate business, how it actually operates, and why they believe the United States offers incredible opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors.We're not talking about flipping million-dollar mansions, dealing with expensive renovations, or managing difficult tenants.We're talking about VACANT LAND.That's right. Buying and selling American land, often without ever setting foot on the property.In this episode, we break down:🇺🇸 How we got started investing in American real estate🏡 Why we chose land flipping as our business model💰 How we find undervalued properties and motivated sellers📈 How we generate leads, negotiate deals, and find buyers🤝 How we built the team and systems to operate our business🌎 How Canadians can explore American real estate opportunities without relocating🚀 What we'd recommend to someone looking to start their own real estate investing journeyWe'll also share our personal experiences, the lessons we've learned building businesses, and what excites us most about entrepreneurship in America.Our mission with The American Upside is simple: To show everyday people what's possible when they start thinking bigger about money, business, investing, and financial freedom.Whether you're Canadian or American, an experienced investor or someone who's never purchased a property, this podcast is about discovering opportunities, building wealth, and creating a life with more freedom and possibilities.Want to learn how to invest in American real estate?Subscribe to The American Upside for conversations about real estate, entrepreneurship, money, and building a better financial future.

Want Us To Be Your Mentors? https://fruitfulinvestingacademy.comHow do two Canadians build a real estate business buying and selling properties across the United States? 🇺🇸In the very first episode of The American Upside, Mat Piche and Andrew Hines pull back the curtain on how they built an American real estate business, how it actually operates, and why they believe the United States offers incredible opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors.We're not talking about flipping million-dollar mansions, dealing with expensive renovations, or managing difficult tenants.We're talking about VACANT LAND.That's right. Buying and selling American land, often without ever setting foot on the property.In this episode, we break down:🇺🇸 How we got started investing in American real estate🏡 Why we chose land flipping as our business model💰 How we find undervalued properties and motivated sellers📈 How we generate leads, negotiate deals, and find buyers🤝 How we built the team and systems to operate our business🌎 How Canadians can explore American real estate opportunities without relocating🚀 What we'd recommend to someone looking to start their own real estate investing journeyWe'll also share our personal experiences, the lessons we've learned building businesses, and what excites us most about entrepreneurship in America.Our mission with The American Upside is simple: To show everyday people what's possible when they start thinking bigger about money, business, investing, and financial freedom.Whether you're Canadian or American, an experienced investor or someone who's never purchased a property, this podcast is about discovering opportunities, building wealth, and creating a life with more freedom and possibilities.Want to learn how to invest in American real estate?Subscribe to The American Upside for conversations about real estate, entrepreneurship, money, and building a better financial future.

Want Us To Be Your Mentors? https://fruitfulinvestingacademy.comHow do two Canadians build a real estate business buying and selling properties across the United States? 🇺🇸In the very first episode of The American Upside, Mat Piche and Andrew Hines pull back the curtain on how they built an American real estate business, how it actually operates, and why they believe the United States offers incredible opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors.We're not talking about flipping million-dollar mansions, dealing with expensive renovations, or managing difficult tenants.We're talking about VACANT LAND.That's right. Buying and selling American land, often without ever setting foot on the property.In this episode, we break down:🇺🇸 How we got started investing in American real estate🏡 Why we chose land flipping as our business model💰 How we find undervalued properties and motivated sellers📈 How we generate leads, negotiate deals, and find buyers🤝 How we built the team and systems to operate our business🌎 How Canadians can explore American real estate opportunities without relocating🚀 What we'd recommend to someone looking to start their own real estate investing journeyWe'll also share our personal experiences, the lessons we've learned building businesses, and what excites us most about entrepreneurship in America.Our mission with The American Upside is simple: To show everyday people what's possible when they start thinking bigger about money, business, investing, and financial freedom.Whether you're Canadian or American, an experienced investor or someone who's never purchased a property, this podcast is about discovering opportunities, building wealth, and creating a life with more freedom and possibilities.Want to learn how to invest in American real estate?Explore our coaching and real estate investing programs: [Insert Link]Subscribe to The American Upside for conversations about real estate, entrepreneurship, money, and building a better financial future.