Escaping Communism and Building Wealth: Mike Beer's Real Estate Journey
Release Date: 06/15/2023
Are Garden Suites Worth it with Matt & Laura Hawkins
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Matt and Laura are serial entrepreneurs who began investing in real estate at 19. They own a thriving construction business, Hawkins Contracting, located in Stouffville, ON. Their diverse portfolio includes student rentals, duplexes, and triplexes across Lindsay, Peterborough, Guelph and Hamilton. Started investing at 19, with a portfolio now spanning student rentals, duplexes, and triplexes across Ontario. Their latest venture includes a 7-unit apartment building in Uxbridge, with plans to add 4 more units. Recently, they’ve shifted toward building new garden suites to maximize...
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Residential Duplexes to Multifamily Apartment Buildings with Mark Loeffler
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Mark Loeffler is a successful realtor, triathlete, and seasoned real estate investor with properties across the Golden Horseshoe. Inspired by Rich Dad Poor Dad, he began his journey in Newmarket and scaled from single-family homes to apartment buildings in markets like Hamilton. His discipline, both in athletics and investing, has been key to building lasting wealth through real estate. On this episode we discuss: How He Kicked Off His Real Estate Investments from Newmarket to Hamilton Rich Dad Poor Dad’s influence on Mark The Mindset of a Triathelte Download a free report: “ ”...
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Navigating Market Volatility and Development Opportunities with Alex Nisenker
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Alex is a Vice President in Greybrook’s Private Capital Markets Group. He began his career in commercial banking having spent nearly a decade in the field and splitting his time between American Express & JP Morgan. He left banking in order to pursue a personal passion for working in the TV/Film industry where he was a producer of several reality TV shows that aired in Canada & the USA. The experience he gained in TV production gave him the courage to establish himself as an entrepreneur. He has founded (and sold) companies in the software, cannabis, and retail sectors. On...
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Alfonso Cuadra: The Wealth Genius Behind Financial Freedom Strategies
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Alfonso Cuadra, the Founder of Wealth Genius, is a real estate investor, speaker, author of the 2012 book From the Ground Up! He is the President/CEO of the Cuadra Group of Companies and has an extensive background in business and real estate management, investing and development. On this episode we discuss: - Consumer vs. Investor Mindset - Using Real Estate as a Secondary Stream of Income - Alfonso’s First Duplex Conversion - Importance of Doing Fulfilling Things in Life - How Wealth Genius was Built You can reach out to Alfonso Cuadra by visiting Download a free report:...
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Additional Dwelling Units and Property Densification Strategies with Andy Tran
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Andy Tran founded Suite Additions to address the growing need for housing solutions while helping investors achieve financial security through housing densification strategies. As a registered House and Small Buildings Designer, real estate investor, and small infill developer, Andy combines his expertise with a passion for creating smarter, more efficient communities. In this episode, we discuss: - The step-by-step process of adding additional units to your property - How investors are leveraging new zoning rules to increase density - The financial and community benefits of adding extra...
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Shifting from Private Lending to Multifamily Properties and Flips with Brooke Shang
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“Your network is your net worth.” Brooke embodies this philosophy by generously sharing her knowledge, fostering connections, and empowering new investors. Alongside her trusted team and partners, Brooke has built and continues to grow an impressive portfolio in both Canada and the US. She leverages diverse strategies, including Lease Options, Income Properties, Wholesaling, and Private Lending, to achieve success in real estate. On this episode we discuss: - Leaving Ontario to invest in other markets - Transitioning from Rent-to-Own and Private Lending to multifamily properties and...
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Short-Term Rentals Focused: Tips from the Founders of Travelluxe Inc.
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Spencer and Ashley are Niagara- based real estate investors with a shared love of travel, fitness, and hospitality. They started investing in 2018 and have since expanded their portfolio to 11 units with a mix of short- term and long-term rentals. Spencer and Ashley co-founded Travelluxe Inc. in 2019, a short-term rental management company, which currently manages over 45 units across Canada. Their love for travel has brought them all around the world where they are able to mix work and pleasure by creating systems that allow them to be location independent. On this episode we discuss: -...
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Maximizing Returns: Cliff Ford on Portfolio Stabilization and Dead Space Conversion
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Cliff Ford with Skyview Realty specializes in the sale of apartment buildings throughout Ontario. He has been involved in the sale of over 250 residential buildings throughout his real estate career. Cliff also plays a key role in leading the acquisition process for Skyview's own growing portfolio. His extensive experience offers valuable insights into the apartment investment landscape. On this episode we discuss: - The challenges investors are facing in the 30-40+ units apartment building space today - Proven strategies for stabilizing portfolios during uncertain times - Creative ways...
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Apartment Investing Mastery with Kasey Wong: Strategies, Challenges, and Insights
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Kasey Wong is a seasoned real estate investor with a focus on apartment buildings. With over 3,000 units under his management, Kasey brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. His journey is filled with fascinating stories and insights that highlight his expertise in navigating the complexities of real estate investing. On this episode we discuss: - The recent challenges Kasey has faced over the past few years - The biggest business mistake he’s made and what he learned from it - A market update, including insights on immigration trends - An inside look at Kasey’s...
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Multifamily Momentum: Sixplex Acquisitions and Tackling Structural Hurdles with Ara Poladian
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With a background in structural engineering and construction, Ara Poladian has found his way in real estate investing by doing larger scale renovations projects within multi-family real estate in the Cambridge/Kitchener area. Also a licensed Realtor, Ara is passionate about helping other investors get into great investment properties. On this episode, we discuss: Ara’s New Project: Aqusiiton of Two Sixplexes Progess Update on his 12-Unit Building in the Kitchener/Waterloo area Adding Two Units to a Fourplex Running into Structural Issues in Investment Properties What the Costs and...
info_outlineWith a focus on apartment buildings in Ontario, Mike wholeheartedly dedicates himself to empowering his investors to secure a prosperous financial future for their loved ones—an opportunity they genuinely deserve.
During our conversation, he generously shares his invaluable insights on striking a delicate balance between freedom and responsibility when entrusted with managing investors' funds, while also recounting his own personal journey towards attaining financial freedom.
In this episode 155 of the Well Off podcast, we discuss the following:
- The powerful impact of comprehensive due diligence in real estate investment.
- Harmonizing liberties and responsibilities in managing investors' capital.
- Deal syndication and passive investing opportunities.
- Recognizing the shifting landscape of the real estate sector amidst the COVID-19 crisis.
- Acquiring knowledge on creating lasting wealth for generations with prudent real estate ventures.