Where Should I Invest? Real Estate Investing in Canada – Details, episodes & analysis

Do you want to know the shocking truth about private lending?

Join me in this latest episode where Serena Holmes shares her rollercoaster ride through the highs and lows of real estate investing. From massive success to unexpected setbacks, her resilience and resourcefulness will inspire you to navigate any obstacle in your real estate ride.

Stay tuned to unravel the surprising twists and turns of real estate investing and learn how Serena is bouncing back from the brink of losing it all.

I think the urge to quit will be strongest just before you make it. So if you’re starting to feel like, is it worth it? And should I do it? I think that’s something to just keep in mind. – Serena Holmes In this episode, you will be able to:

• Mastering Real Estate Investing Strategies: Learn practical approaches for beginners to kick-start your real estate investment journey with confidence.
• Unlocking the Benefits of Hiring a Business Coach: Discover how a business coach can fast-track your success and provide invaluable guidance in the real estate industry.
• Harnessing the Power of Podcasting for Brand Recognition: Explore the impact of starting a podcast to level up your real estate brand and reach a wider audience.
• Navigating Interest Rate Increases in Real Estate: Acquire essential knowledge to effectively navigate and mitigate the impact of interest rate hikes on real estate investments.
• Demystifying Private Lending and Promissory Notes: Gain a comprehensive understanding of private lending and promissory notes to diversify your real estate investment portfolio.

Serena Holmes, an experienced real estate investor and former events company owner, joins the show to share her valuable wisdom. Her adventure from running a successful events business to diving into real estate investing after hiring a business coach provides practical advice for aspiring investors.

With expertise in real estate, private lending, and syndicated mortgages, Serena offers valuable perspectives on navigating interest rate increases and private lending strategies. Her transition to a realtor and the launch of her podcast demonstrates her resilience and resourcefulness in the real estate industry. Serena’s unique experiences and knowledge make her a compelling guest for anyone looking to gain wisdom in real estate investing strategies and business development.

Contact Serena Holmes here:
https://serenaholmesrealtor.com/
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info@serenaholmesrealtor.com

This episode has been brought to you in part by:

Dalia Barsoum, Streetwise Mortgages – https://streetwisemortgages.com US Properties – https://www.usproperties.ca
Mid Term Rentals – https://midtermrentalproperties.com Inspire Beach Resort – https://inspirebeachresort.com
Jamil Rahemtula – https://jamilrahemtula.com Do you need help or ideas for your own real estate investing business? Reach out and let us support your journey www.sarahlarbi.com or email sarah@sarahlarbi.com Check out Sarah’s online coaching programs https://sarahlarbi.com/online-programs/

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Are you ready to hear the surprising truth about avoiding real estate disputes before they escalate? Join me in our latest episode with Shaneka Shaw Taylor, a litigation expert, who shares her insider knowledge on proactive legal tactics that could save you time, money, and stress.

Get ready to learn the unexpected strategies that savvy real estate investors use to navigate legal challenges and consistently come out on top. These game-changing tips could redefine your approach to property disputes and business challenges.

Don’t miss out on the chance to transform your real estate strategy and protect your investments with expert advice!

The best outcome is usually an outcome where everybody is a bit unhappy. So if you can try to negotiate some sort of settlement from the get-go, you’re better off doing that than going through the legal process and the lawsuit process. – Shaneka Shaw Taylor

 

In this episode, you will be:

• Mastering Real Estate Litigation: Essential Insights for Resolving Property Disputes
• Successfully Resolving Business Disputes through Litigation: Key Strategies for Real Estate Investors
• Implementing Proactive Legal Strategies: Navigating Real Estate Litigation with Confidence
• Navigating Legal Challenges in Real Estate Investment: Proven Strategies for Success
• Understanding the Role of Transactional Lawyers and Litigators: A Crucial Insight for Real Estate Investors

Shaneka Shaw Taylor is the founder of Taylor Litigation Professional Corporation, a law firm specializing exclusively in litigation. With 13 years of experience, Shaneka has established herself as an experienced litigator, particularly focusing on real estate litigation.

Her firm is dedicated to assisting individuals and businesses involved in legal disputes, with a specific emphasis on real estate-related matters such as property disputes for real estate investors, mortgage lenders, and borrowers.

Shaneka’s proactive legal strategies and commitment to delivering successful outcomes have positioned her as a trusted authority in navigating the complexities of real estate litigation. With a strong track record in resolving business disputes and a keen understanding of the legal challenges real estate investors face.

Contact Shaneka Shaw Taylor here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaneka-shaw-taylor-8782a17/

https://taylordlitigation.ca/
https://www.instagram.com/shaneka_taylor/
https://www.tiktok.com/@taylordlitigation
https://www.facebook.com/shaneka.shawtaylor.1
shaneka@taylordlitigation.ca This episode has been brought to you in part by: Dalia Barsoum, Streetwise Mortgages – https://streetwisemortgages.com US Properties – https://www.usproperties.ca
Mid Term Rentals – https://midtermrentalproperties.com Inspire Beach Resort – https://inspirebeachresort.com
Jamil Rahemtula – https://jamilrahemtula.com Do you need help or ideas for your own real estate investing business? Reach out and let us support your journey www.sarahlarbi.com or email sarah@sarahlarbi.com Check out Sarah’s online coaching programs https://sarahlarbi.com/online-programs/

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Are you ready to dive into an inspiring and action-packed podcast episode? 

We have Suman Chakraborty, a dynamic entrepreneur who has scaled from two single-family properties to over 200 doors in just a few years. Join us as he shares his journey of starting in real estate as an immigrant in 2019, leveraging mentorship, networking, and the power of collaboration to achieve remarkable success. Discover the challenges he faced, the strategies he implemented, and the mindset that propelled him forward. 

Get ready to be motivated and learn valuable insights from Suman’s incredible story of growth and achievement. Let’s jump into this engaging conversation!

In this episode, you’ll be able to learn about: 

• Networking and Collaboration: Suman emphasizes the power of networking and collaboration in his real estate journey. He highlights the importance of learning from others’ experiences and investing in mentorship programs to scale up quickly.
• Mindset and Investment: Suman’s success is attributed to his continuous learning mindset and investing in himself. He stresses the significance of mindset in achieving success in real estate investing.
• Challenges and Learning: Suman shares his challenges, such as neighbourhood selection, partner alignment, and property management issues. He underscores the importance of learning from mistakes and continuously improving.

Originally from India, Suman embarked on his Canadian adventure in 2019, diving into real estate while balancing a full-time role as an IT consultant for a leading Canadian bank. In just a few short years, Suman and his partner have amassed an impressive portfolio of over 200 units across North America, showcasing their remarkable ability to scale and succeed.

Driven by a passion for collaboration and lifelong learning, Suman emphasizes the importance of mindset, networking, and continuous self-improvement. He uses social media and personal branding to attract investors and partners, propelling his ventures to new heights.

Specializing in multifamily properties, Suman navigates market challenges with finesse, prioritizing investor relations and delivering long-term value. As the co-founder of Infinite Capital, he not only expands his own portfolio but also empowers fellow investors to achieve their real estate goals. With resilience and determination, Suman serves as an inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs and investors worldwide.

Contact Suman Chakraborty here: 

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sumanchakraborty1985/
• Websites: https://www.knowledgediversity.com/ and https://venturecocapital.com/

This episode has been brought to you in part by: Dalia Barsoum, Streetwise Mortgages – https://streetwisemortgages.com  US Properties – https://www.usproperties.ca
Mid Term Rentals – https://midtermrentalproperties.com  Inspire Beach Resort – https://inspirebeachresort.com
Jamil Rahemtula – https://jamilrahemtula.com Do you need help or ideas for your own real estate investing business? Reach out and let us support your journey www.sarahlarbi.com or email sarah@sarahlarbi.com  Check out Sarah’s online coaching programs https://sarahlarbi.com/online-programs/

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Guest: Jennelyn Gagatiga @, Pharmacist and Real Estate Investor

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This week’s podcast guests is Jennelyn Gagatiga – Pharmacist and Real Estate Investor

Jennelyn Gagatiga, is a Pharmacist and MBA degree by Profession and works in an American Personal Care Company in the Philippines as a Product and Market Research Developer prior to moving to Canada in 2007.

Her experience in Market Research is an advantage in finding great deals for her partners and savvy enough to identify where the next market for real estate investment.

Her 3 basic fundamentals of real estate are Population Growth, Job creation, and Infrastructure development. Jennelyn is an advocate for woman entrepreneurs, especially those in real estate investing. 

In this episode, you will learn about:

• The importance of networking and self-education in real estate
• The power of leveraging financing and relationships in deals
•  Building a key power team to scale your business
• Ontario and Calgary market and rents insight 
• The importance of market monitoring to achieve your goals
• Joint Venture Partnerships with family and friends  

Get in touch with Jenny:Instagram: jennelyngagatiga
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/jennelyn.gagatiga.1/
Email: jennelyn.gagatiga@gmail.com

This episode has been brought to you in part by;
Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty

Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages

Meghan Chomcut meghanchomut.com

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Guest: Tristan Ritchie @realritchie, Real Estate Investor and Realtor

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This week’s podcast guest is Tristan Ritchie –  Real Estate Investor and Realtor

Tristan Ritchie was raised in a family of avid investors. His dad took him under his wing and taught him everything he knew about investing. He purchased his first income property as a university student and his portfolio and passion for investing continued to grow.

Tristan became an agent roughly six years ago and has been lucky to establish a great reputation in Sudbury, Ontario, and worked with some incredible clients along the way. He founded a team that is built on the importance of educating over sales jargon. In 2021 alone, Tristan sold over 100 homes, the vast majority to investors. 

In this episode, you will learn about:

• Sudbury real estate market insights and investment opportunities in 2022
• Sudbury Airbnb market insights
• Setting up a power team remotely and hiring property a manager insights
• Investing in Multi-Family from a financing standpoint
• Sudbury market capitalization rates 

Get in touch with Tristan:
Website: https://www.lakecityrealty.ca
Instagram: @realritchie
Facebook: @tristanritchierealtor
Email: tristan.ritchie@gmail.com

This episode has been brought to you in part by;
Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty

Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages

Susan Corcoran & Sue Ore of Complete Properties Inc.

Jon TenBrinke of Black Jack Contracting

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When: May 14-15, 2022
Where: Toronto

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Expert Speakers 

KEVIN O’LEARY – KEYNOTE SPEAKER

JOE FAIRLESS – Scaling to Over $1 BILLION

JOEL BLOCK – Wall Street Secrets to Raising Capital and Structuring Your Deals

PIERRE-PAUL TURGEON – Insider Underwriting Secrets

DALIA BARSOUM – Financing Strategies for Portfolio Growth

MIKE REID – How Key People of Influence Raise More Money and Get More Deals Done

GUY BOUCHARD – Building a Portfolio Through Creative Financing

ROBERT GAUVREAU – Structuring For Scale and Success: The Lifecycle of an Investor

SETH FERGUSON – The Impact of Multifamily

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Guest: Jenny Wun & Toni Sing @westonerealestate, Real Estate Investors

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This week’s podcast guests are Jenny Wun & Toni Sing – Real Estate Investors

With over 28 years of combined experience, Toni and Jenny are consistently in the Top 10% of Realtors® in Greater Vancouver. They are full of empowering wisdom to motivate you to keep pushing against barriers including the ones in your mind. They share their relatable personal stories going through recessions, market uncertainties, taking risks, and how to integrate personal relationships and parenthood while taking charge of their career. Whether you are just starting out in your professional career, a mid-career professional looking to make a shift, or a self-employed mother, Toni and Jenny will give you practical strategies to employ to strive to the top.

In this episode, you will learn about:

• What investors should know about Vancouver and Toronto market in 2022
• Tips and strategies finding deals
• Market rents and landlord-tenant law insights
• Metro Vancouver investors and buyers statistics
• Outside Vancouver areas to consider as an investor
• Downsides and risks of property rights assignments

Get in touch with Toni & Jenny:
Website: https://www.inthehousepodcast.ca
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inthehousepodcast
Email: JENNY WUN – jenny@westonerealestate.ca
TONI SING – toni@belairrealty.ca

This episode has been brought to you in part by;
Joel Wilson & Rob Lee of White Elm Design-Build

Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages

Meghan Chomut meghanchomut.com

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Guest: Natalie Palmer

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This week’s podcast guest is Natalie Palmer, Real Estate Investor and Air BNB Superhost

Natalie is an Orange County native who graduated from Cal State University, Fullerton with her Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing in 2015. After a couple postgraduate years working 9-5 in marketing, she found that it wasn’t the lifestyle she had pictured for herself, and decided to take a shot at hosting her family’s Big Bear, CA vacation home on Airbnb in December 2017. 

Four years later, she has expanded Airbnb hosting into her full-time career, and is a 12x Superhost managing 8 Airbnb listings – two of which are her own Airbnb Plus properties. She has also been recruited by Airbnb to serve as an Airbnb Ambassador, hosting free weekly webinars on their platform, and coaching new and experienced hosts on how to start or expand their short-term rental businesses. 

In this episode, you will learn about:

• Why should someone have a short term rental
• How to deal with damages/difficult guests
• Where are the best places to have a short term rental
• How profitable is hosting an Air BNB 
• What expenses should be expected with your short term rental

Get in touch with Natalie
Instagram: instagram.com/__nataliepalmer
Website: hostwithnatalie.com
Email:natalietomasik@gmail.com

This episode has been brought to you in part by:

Complete Properties Complete Properties Inc

Dalia Barsoum at Streetwisemortgages

Black Jack Blackjack Contracting Inc

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Guest:Esther Nicolas

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This week’s podcast guests is Esther Nicolas, Real Estate Investor & Educator 

Esther Nicolas is a part-time investor, a full-time teacher, the mom of two young children, and the co-founder of Women Investors Network in Canada (@winc.investors). She lives in Ottawa, Canada.

Not long after moving to Ottawa with her husband Matthew, they bought their first home and immediately added a secondary dwelling in the lower level of their bungalow. It was at this time that Esther fully realized the power of real estate investing. She was truly blown away by the passive income generated by ”house hacking” and what it could do for her family.

Esther is an active member of the real estate investing community. In the last year, she has organized monthly in-person and virtual meetups for women investors. There, women can connect, collaborate, and support each other. She believes that when women are financially independent, they have the freedom to leave unwanted situations, relationships, or jobs that no longer serve them. 

In this episode, you will learn about:
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• The rising Era of Women in real estate 
• The mindset game in real estate 
• How It’s not the number of doors but the type of properties 
• How to network in the real estate investing world and why it’s crucial 
• How slow and steady wins the race
•  How Esther scaled from house hacking to owning a 25 unit multi-family 

Get in touch with Esther:
Instagram: esther.the.investor/ winc.investors
Email:esther.j.nicolas@gmail.com

This episode has been brought to you in part by:
Meghan Chomcut Meghanchomut CFP

Dalia Barsoum at Streetwisemortgages

Dylan Suitor Elevation Realty Network

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Guest: Dalia Barsoum

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This week’s podcast guest is Dalia Barsoum, Real Estate Investor & Mortgage Broker

Dalia Barsoum is an award-winning mortgage broker and a financial advisor with over 20 years of experience in the banking sector, spanning lending, wealth management strategy and real estate. 
In 2011, she launched Streetwise Mortgages, a boutique brokerage that specializes in servicing real estate investors and self-employed clients across Ontario.

She is the author of Amazon’s Best Seller: Canadian Real Estate Investor Financing: 7 Secrets to Getting All the Money You Want, a public speaker, a regular columnist for the Canadian Real Estate Wealth Magazine and contributes to various media outlets on the topics of Real Estate investing and financing; including Rogers TV, Toronto Money Show, the Toronto Investor Forum, Canadian Mortgage Professional (CMP), CBC as well as various GTA-based investment groups

In this episode, you will learn about: How the following are 7 Ways to Die in Real Estate Financing

• Using high leverage creative financing to acquire assets without validating the exit strategy
• Using a 5% down payment option as a creative strategy for buying rental properties 
• Thinking that a pre-approval is an approval 
•  Financing or leasing a car before conditions clearance and leading to closing
• Dealing with multiple mortgage brokers simultaneously during a deal 
• Not fully disclosing information to your mortgage broker
• Timing deals 

Get in touch with Dalia:
Website: https://www.streetwisemortgages.com/
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/streetwisemortgages/
Email:dbarsoum@streetwisemortgages.com

This episode has been brought to you in part by;

Meghan Chomcut Meghan Chomut

BlackJack Contracting  Black Jack Contracting

Dalia Barsoum at Streetwise Mortgages

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