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Tax season has a way of sneaking up on real estate...
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If you’ve been leveraging the CMHC MLI Select...
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It’s Time to Fire Yourself from Half Your Real Estate Investing Tasks
Most people get into real estate with the idea that it’s going to be a hands-off income stream. The kind...
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The Overlooked Strategy That Just Works: Student Housing for Real Estate Investors
Every fall, it’s the same scene in every university town: students moving in by the dozens, carrying...
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Managing Renovations from a Distance: How to Pull It Off Without Losing Your Mind
Renovating a property is stressful enough when it’s in your own backyard. When you’re dealing...
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Where Canadians Are Moving—And What It’s Doing to Real Estate Prices
If you want to understand what’s really going on in Canada’s housing market right now, start by watching...
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When Is It the Right Time to Sell Your Investment Property?
There’s a moment in every investor’s journey when the idea of selling creeps in. Maybe the property isn’t...
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Turning Happy Investors Into Referral Machines
When it comes to raising capital in real estate, numbers will get you in the room—but trust keeps you...
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Boundaries, Burnout, and Being the Boss: What Real Estate Investors Need to Hear
It’s easy to look at real estate investing from the outside and assume it’s all about freedom. Passive...
Understanding the New CMHC Policy Changes (Presentation)
CMHC Just Quietly Hiked Multifamily Premiums — Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re planning to finance a multifamily property with CMHC, you’re going to want to pay attention....
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Tenant Trouble? Let’s Help You Avoid That
Before diving headfirst into the official screening process, it’s worth gathering some basic details...
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Real Estate Investing

Maximizing Returns: Professional Design and Targeted Marketing for Airbnb and Boutique Hotels

In today’s competitive hospitality landscape, investors are constantly seeking ways to maximize returns on their Airbnb properties and boutique hotels. While location and amenities play ...
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CMHC Rental Market Report Summary: Tightening Rental Markets and Affordability Challenges

The landscape of Canada’s rental market underwent a profound transformation in 2023, marked by a surge in demand surpassing the available supply. This shift led ...
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Real Estate Financing

Introducing Infinite Banking: A Game-Changer for Real Estate Investors

In the fast-paced world of real estate investing, achieving lasting financial freedom and creating sustainable wealth can be a challenge. However, a groundbreaking strategy is ...
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Real Estate Investing

11 Preparation Tips to Consider Before Shopping For An Investment Property – What Your Realtor Wants You to Know

Investing in real estate can be extremely exciting process but it’s important to leave your emotions at the door and have a clear investment acquisition ...
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Real Estate Financing

The Importance of Thorough Due Diligence Before Private Lending

Recent news has highlighted challenges in private lending, particularly regarding promissory notes where borrowers struggle to repay loans. In light of these developments, it’s crucial ...
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Finding Your Purpose: A Guiding Light in Real Estate Investing

Ever found yourself feeling a little lost in the chaotic world of real estate investing? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! It’s a common feeling, especially ...
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Investors Journey

From Oil and Gas to Real Estate: Our Journey to Financial Independence 

Embracing Change and Finding Purpose: Kelly and I embarked on a transformative journey in 2013 when we founded our small oil and gas company, Grinders ...
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Market Trends

The Rental Market 2024 Outlook Report That All Investors Should Read

Rentals.ca has unveiled its highly anticipated Rental Market 2024 Outlook report. This report delves deep into the Canadian rental landscape, offering a roadmap for both ...
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Investors Journey

The Furry Financial Advisor: A Tale of Real Estate Success and Life Lessons

Allow me to introduce you to the best financial advisor I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting – our furry friend, a purebred American Bulldog. ...
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