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Luca and Sal started investing in real estate when they were in university, each purchasing a condo in Toronto in 2014. They are now building their real estate business full time with a focus on acquiring distressed properties throughout Southern Ontario to wholesale, flip or add to their rental portfolio. To date they have completed over 145 deals within their real estate businesses. In this episode we discussed:   SLG Capital and their main focus Why they started wholesaling, a breakdown of some of their deals and their growth How the partnership works amongst the SLG founders Recommended paths to learning and mentorship How they grew their team Pivoting from wholesaling to flipping    and much more!   Follow SLG Capital's social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/slg_capital/ Buyer's list: https://www.slgpropertydeals.ca/   Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101 

After quitting her 9-5 earlier this year to pursue real estate investing full time with a focus on STR, Emily has grown both her arbitrage, and PM portfolio at a steady rate over the past year. Emily founded The Clair Co. a short term rental property management company last year with the focus of bringing on multifamily properties under her management and ownership. Her company is known to have a unique spin on design to get their listings to stand out which lead to her branching out and offering interior design for her PM and non PM clients. In this episode we discussed:   What arbitrage entails and why she loves the strategy Her strategy to source the listings and decide on locations   Her team composition for operations   How she optimizes listings for performance and to win over competitors    and much more!   Follow Emily Belton's social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emilybelton08/ Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101    Join the first webinar event in 2023: Confident Real Estate Investing Fundamentals in Uncertain Environments https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/confident-real-estate-investing-fundamentals-in-uncertain-environments-tickets-506101993687

James started with his first rental property in Feb 2020, at the start of COVID. While working full time as an engineer, James renovated that property, refinanced it, and got hooked on real estate investing. James now runs his own businesses, and left his job as an engineer. He owns several properties in both Canada and the USA . His primary investing strategies are BRRRRs, Airbnb, and self-storage. In this episode we discussed:   How he closed the 33 unit apartment building and how much it cost him to renovate it How relationships in business are vital to your success   Learning lessons from the 33 unit apartment building   His opinion on education first vs. jumping in into REI   How he got into self storage and why it appeals to him   Operational part of self storage   and much more!   Follow James Fernadez' social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/james.fernz/ and Youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2m93M5Haqkr8-T8ZTljWQ Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101    Join the first webinar event in 2023: Confident Real Estate Investing Fundamentals in Uncertain Environments https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/confident-real-estate-investing-fundamentals-in-uncertain-environments-tickets-506101993687

Michael Lee started in real estate investing in 2018 and has since done over 200 deals across Ontario, focusing on virtual wholesaling, flipping, and short term rentals. He lives in Woodbridge ON with his girlfriend Anna and pet cockapoo, Bowser.   Michael is a repeat guest on the podcast and a very successful real estate investor who has been in the game for quite some time. Through his journey we learn about how he has continued to pivot his business structure over the years.    Check out his initial episode: Episode 21  In this episode we discussed:   Common misconceptions about himself How his business changed over the last year How he structures his short term rentals and what makes it a good deal How he is able to manage his short term rentals remotely Finding maintenance staff, cleaners and furnishing properties remotely and on a budget How his growth during 2022 has been impacted   and much more!   Follow Michael Lee's social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/officialmichaellee/ and Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/officialmichaellee Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101 

With 10 years of business strategy experience and a Management Engineering degree from the University of Waterloo, Dusan brings a wealth of business management and operational expertise to real estate investing. His partner Pri, also has an engineering background with over 10 years of experience with asset management, strategic planning, and project management. As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Pri has applied technical skills and business administration expertise in his career and business ventures. Together, they created Looventures, a company that focuses on acquiring value-add multifamily apartments, self-storage facilities, and assisted living facilities. Since its inception (2020), Looventures has acquired 6 multi-family properties totaling 21 units,  24 self-storage units with a 5-acre expansion opportunity, and are in the due diligence phase of purchasing a 120-bed assisted living facility.  In this episode we discussed: Area and type of properties they are buying How they manage, source deals and pain points in scaling residential properties What is self-storage property, its opportunity, process, and permit Challenges and downside of self-storage Due diligence on business and operation and much more!  Follow Dusan and Pri of Looventures’ social media on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/looventures/ https://www.instagram.com/dusan.looventures/ https://www.instagram.com/pri.uthayakumar/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LVRealEstateInvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/looventures-inc-759056251/ Email: looventures.realestate@gmail.com Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101 

In celebration of the 100th episode of the RISE Real Estate Investing Podcast, Mayu and Austin did an in-depth market update presentation on what they have been hearing in the current market, and the various risks, opportunities and threats that are available for all investors in 2022.    In this episode we discussed: - Mayu and Austins business and investment updates - Cautionary tales of real estate investing * Investors who scaled up too quickly and Leverage  * Pre-construction Investing and Private Lending * Real estate flip and BRRRR investing risks  * Airbnb/Short term rentals   and much more! Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101

Adam Kitchener is a real estate investor who is allowed to touch the art when he goes to museums. Known as the turnaround king, he's been able to transform struggling buildings into well-received tenant communities for landlords across Ontario.   In this episode we discussed: How he was introduced to the world of real estate investing and the steps that led him to buy his first property Talked about his first property and the challenges he faced How he is managing situations of bad tenants The common mistakes of landlords Property criteria and tenants screening process and much more!  Follow Adam Kitchener’s social media on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mradamraykitchener/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-k-21a985137/ Facebook: MrAdamRayKitchener Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/| RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101 

Erwin is an Investment Architect, OG Investment Realtor Specialist, 4X Realtor of the Year to Investors, Owner of three - 7 Figure Businesses, a 8 figure R.E. investor and Real Estate Influencer to say the least. He is also a husband, father of two and a wannabe golfer.   In this episode we discussed:   • How he get started in real estate • How he was able to grow multiple businesses from his real estate agent business • His mentorship club • Wealth hacker academy conferences • What his clients are doing currently in today’s market and how he’s looking to make capital and capitalize on the current market.   And much more   Follow Erwin Szeto's social media at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erwinszeto/ https://www.instagram.com/iwinrealestate/ Podcast: https://www.truthaboutrealestateinvesting.ca/ Discounted Wealth Hacker Tickets: www.eventbrite.ca/e/329788334787/?discount=RISE Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101 

Mike Beer is an accomplished real estate investor. He received his second award for multifamily real estate investing in Canada. His focus is on investing in apartment buildings in Ontario. In the past, he was an international business leader for 15 years, a professional ski instructor, and a scuba divemaster. Now he focuses on coaching for charity, ice water dips, and loves personal self-development.   In this episode we discussed: How he scaled his portfolio Why he quit his full-time job to jump into real estate investing Why he stayed in Ontario How he structures his company and much more!  Follow Mike Beer’s social media on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064234980838 Website: www.mikebeer.ca Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101 

René Masse is a real estate investor and real estate agent specializing in Kingston, Ontario. His background includes more than 20 years of successful entrepreneurship from working in construction, becoming a top agent in Kingston, and investing in student rentals and multi-family properties. In this episode we discussed: - Why Invest in Kingston - Student rental investing - Multi-family investing - Investing strategies in Kingston, Ontario   and much more!  Follow René Masse’s social media on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renepaulmasse/ Website: https://www.renemasse.ca/ Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101

Justin Chung is a father to two kids, a husband, and a real estate investor who turned a $48,000 loan into an 8-figure real estate portfolio. He has won multiple awards including Real Estate Investment Network's Top Player of the Year for two consecutive years and Joint Venture of the Year, as well as the recipient of Canadian Real Estate Wealth's Joint Venture of the Year. Through joint ventures, Justin helps others build long-term wealth through the acquisition and management of the positive cash-flowing residential real estate. He is also the producer and host of the MoneyDad Podcast, which is a new podcast that launched in April 2022, dedicated to helping parents raise money-smart kids. In this episode we discussed: His journey through real estate and into joint ventures How he qualifies Joint Venture partners How his business has evolved Challenges he experienced in property management and what he learnt from those challenges The Alberta real estate market Moneydadpodcast show. and much more!  Follow Justin Chung’s social media on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneydadpodcast/ Website: https://www.moneydadpodcast.com Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent

Russel is a real estate investor known by many as the #JVJedi. He is a full time veteran Canadian-based professional real estate investor, best-selling author and an inspirational public speaker. He is a passionate, entertaining and educational speaker and now mentors other real estate investors on how they too can scale up their real estate portfolio. In this episode we discussed: How he started in REI, his regrets and what he would have done differently! How to stand out in this current market and promote/brand yourself. Challenges in raising capitals and how he coaches other real estate investors. The current market in Alberta. Difference between amateur and professionals in the realm of capital raising. and much more!  Follow Russell Westcott’s social media on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellwestcott/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-westcott-8848b818/ Website: https://russellwestcott.com/ Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/| RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101 

Luc Boiron has been investing in real estate in Canada for 15 years and has bought and sold over 650 houses across the country. A former lawyer turned full-time investor in 2016, Luc is considered an "OG" wholesaler as the first person to wholesale at volume in Canada. In addition to wholesaling and flipping houses, Luc and his wife also own a portfolio of approximately 100 rental units, including a few short-term rentals. In this episode we discussed: How he was introduced to the world of wholesaling and how he scaled up his business. Scale and the process of hiring 40 employees and how his hiring process has evolved How they scaled up a team in Quebec Pain Points when expanding business Their strategy for multi-families How they manage their business and much more!  Follow Luc Boiron’s social media on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesslucinvest/ Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/|

In this episode we take a peak behind the world of MICs - understanding how they are funded, formed, grown and the role of Investors, banks, and more!    Calvert Home Mortgage specializes in working with real estate investors, house flippers, and BRRR enthusiasts in Ontario and Alberta. They lend to investors who buy, fix, and flip or refinance properties for a profit. Calvert Home Mortgage offers no appraisals, low money down, and a fast turnaround.   Jesse Bobrowski - With over ten years in the real estate lending and investing space, VP of Business Development Jesse Bobrowski has a knack for making meaningful connections. He is passionate about people and leadership and is especially inspired to guide and educate people to help them achieve financial success. When not mentoring or building relationships, Jesse can be found at home with his two children, skiing in the mountains, or catching fish.   Garrett LaBarre - In Garrett’s work, he truly thrives to create an effortless experience for his clients. As an Underwriter at Calvert Home Mortgage, Garrett is committed to maintaining vital relationships and coming up with financing solutions unique to any client’s situation. Whether it’s playing or watching, Garrett shares a strong love for sports and particularly enjoys spending his time at golf courses.   In this episode we discussed: What is a MIC, how they are regulated, and what risks are associated with MIC's The investing timelines, returns, and what to look for in a MIC How MICs are founded, grown, and funded  The M&A World within MIC's  and much more!    Follow Calvert Home Mortgage social media on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calverthomemortgage_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calverthomemortgage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/calvert-home-mortgage-investment-corporation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuKNfiIwcuXxcj23zewl3XQ Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/| RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101

Consultant and Educator - Andy, founded Suite Additions after seeing opportunities to improve our communities and help people gain financial security through various housing densification strategies. Andy is a registered House and Small Buildings designer, real estate investor, and developer. He holds a degree in Architectural Science from Ryerson University in Toronto.   In this episode we discussed:   Changes in secondary suites from the past. Criteria and how to identify properties that are suited for adding secondary suites. Types of the property ideal for duplex vs triplex conversions. How to identify potential properties for conversion when deal hunting. Cost of conversions Challenges and timelines for garden suites and much more   Follow Andy Tran's social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/suite_additions Youtube at: https://tinyurl.com/f4w24ueb Website at: www.suiteadditions.com Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/| RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101 

Dylan McLauchlan is a London Ontario Real Estate investor, and F.I.R.E. expert. With almost a decade of experience with BRRRRs, Student Rentals, and Wholesaling He started his Real Estate journey by house hacking at the age of 21. Since then he's incorporated many different Real Estate, Investing, and Lifestyle Optimization strategies which have allowed him to become Financially Independent at the young age of 25.   In this episode we discussed: Different deals he is looking for throughout his journey His view on the market change Psychological impact on the current market change Real estate strategies advice and his current strategies and much more Follow Dylan McLauchlan social media on: Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/DylanMclauchlan Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmclauchlan/ Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/| RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101 

Brandon and Carolina from Medalo Properties started investing with a strategy in late 2019 as they purchased their first BRRRR project in Hamilton. They have grown their portfolio to 26 units since then. They specialize in multi-family unit conversions and flips, and they’re focused on building generational wealth and relationships while educating and helping others build multiple streams of income, protect their financial future and increase the quality of their lives.   In this episode we discussed: Different markets cycles since 2019 and how their investment strategies changed Pain points during the rapid growth of their portfolio. How they divide their business work as a couple Financial strategies, challenges, and solutions that they encountered when scaling up their portfolio and much more   Follow Medalo Properties social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/medaloproperties/ Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101 

Dave Knight is a full-time first responder with a deep understanding and experience in multi-family, multi-family conversions, flipping, and student rentals and is now focusing on short-term rentals in the US. His podcast First Responders Wealth Network REI Podcast is a testament to his passion for helping others learn how to build wealth in real estate and create time, freedom, and security. Dave also offers to coach, and an online education program titled Real Estate Investing Bootcamp which can be found at 911wealthnetwork.com   In this episode we discussed: How he manages his full-time job as a police officer with the demands of real estate investing. His strategies in the Hamilton-Niagara region including conversions, student rentals and recently flipping. What led him to invest in the U.S., and how he got started down south. How he funded the property in the US and what are the financing strategies for the property as a dual citizen. and much more   Follow Dave Knight's social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/daveknighter/ and on his website at: 911WealthNetwork.com Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/| RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101

Haron is a licensed Ontario Land Surveyor for 9 years, a Realtor for 7 years, and an investor for 7 years. He started his investment journey with a single-family home in Oshawa in 2015 to build a retirement fund for his parents. Since then, Haron has aggressively scaled his portfolio in Windsor and most recently Cornwall where he has acquired a multi-family building, all while working full-time and investing long-distance.  Currently, Haron owns 15 properties and 36 rental units and is highly motivated to continue scaling up his portfolio in the multi-family space. In this episode we discussed: What Licensed Land Surveyor is and how it impact real estate investing Cash-flow and analysis in Cornwall Building a long-distance power team Opportunities to invest in Cornwall Multi-family deal analysis and much more Follow Haron Afzalzada’s social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/nestinvestmentsinc/ And: https://www.instagram.com/nrddproperties/ Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/| RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101

Jashan Mundi, a 24-year-old Investor and Financial Educator on social media who is teaching Canadians how to better manage their finances and investments to build wealth.  In this episode we discussed: His investing journey and how he built his portfolio How he creatively financed his first investment in Canada and the USA Financing properties in the US Why he invested in Ohio and how he evaluated cities in the states The current market in Ohio and much more Follow Jashan Mundi’s social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/jashanmundi/ And Tiktok at: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsjashanmundi Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/| RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101