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Crisis Updates From a Financial Planner

by | May 29, 2020 | , , , ,

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Meghan Chomut is the financial consultant for families that have (or want to have) an income property as a part of their investment portfolio. She is a mom, wife, friend, CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and Investment Property Advisor. She helps families and income property owners get their personal + investment property finances organized and make smart investment decisions by designing custom plans and tax strategies. 

Guest: Meghan Chomut, Investment Property Advisor & Certified Financial Planner

On this special edition of the Where Should I Invest? Podcast, Meghan Chomut and Sarah Larbi have an unscripted, sharing of opinions chat on how the financial landscape has changed and what real estate investors can do to plan financially for uncertain times like these. 

Various topics and opinions are discussed including the types of financial advisors and their pros and cons, tips for someone just getting started in real estate investing during these uncertain times, recommendations for people on CERB, market problems and trends for the future, how to calculate the fortune formula and the different types of emergency funds and how best to utilize them. 

Feel free to agree or disagree with the thoughts and opinions discussed in this episode. This is for the purposes of sharing information during these unusual times.  

Meghan Chomut is the financial consultant for families that have (or want to have) an income property as a part of their investment portfolio. She is a mom, wife, friend, CFP (Certified Financial Planner) and Investment Property Advisor. She helps families and income property owners get their personal + investment property finances organized and make smart investment decisions by designing custom plans and tax strategies. 

For over a decade, Meghan has been working in the finance and investment industry helping people save for their big dreams (retirement, sending their kids to college, going on a beach vacation, etc). She also works with real estate investors to make their rental properties profitable and position their investments for maximum wealth building.

In this episode you will learn about:
– Types of Financial Advisors 
– Tips for getting started in real estate during these uncertain times
– Recommendations for people on CERB 
– Market problems & trends  
– What is the fortune formula 
– Emergency funds 

Get in touch with Meghan:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meghancfp/

Website : https://www.meghanchomut.com/

Thank You to Our Sponsors

“Where Should I Invest” is brought to you in part through the sponsorship and support of the following;

Dalia Barsoum of Streetwise Mortgages – click here for more details

Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty – click here for more details

Jon TenBrinke of Black Jack Contracting Inc – click here for more details

No BS This Podcast is Uncensored Part 2

by | May 22, 2020 | , , , ,

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Gary Hibbert is a full-time Real Estate investor, educator and licensed Real Estate agent, achieving various Realtor awards. He purchased his first investment property in 2008 and through hard work and dedication left the corporate world to become a full-time entrepreneur in 2014.

Guest: Gary Hibbert, Real Estate Investor, Realtor, and Podcast Host

On this special edition of the Where Should I Invest? Podcast, Gary Hibbert and Sarah Larbi have an unscripted, no sugar coating, sharing of opinions chat over wine on the current state of affairs for real estate investors during the continued COVID 19 pandemic.

Various topics and opinions are discussed including government controls and the extreme measures being put in place, the idea that we are shifting from the industrial age to the information age and how the old world will not be coming back, the importance of mindset and being mentally tough during this difficult time, is it better to be in residential vs. commercial real estate during this time and why real estate is still a safe asset class. 

Gary Hibbert is a full-time Real Estate investor, educator and licensed Real Estate agent, achieving various Realtor awards. He purchased his first investment property in 2008 and through hard work and dedication left the corporate world to become a full-time entrepreneur in 2014.

As a result of his passion for education, Gary started his own real estate investing club in the Durham region and recently started a private lending company called Deep Pockets. and became a partner in a real estate brokerage called Our Neighborhood Realty. It is safe to say that Gary wears many hats in the real estate industry. 

Gary has helped hundreds of clients with creating a wealth strategy plan through public speaking, online webinars and even has his own podcast dedicated to inspire and educate anyone willing to change their mindset. He continues to play an active role in his community by attending corporate, private and school events to educate adults and especially children.

Gary’s inspiration and hard work come from his passion for helping others and wanting to make a difference in their lives. Being able to design a lifestyle of your choice is not an easy feat however, it’s attainable as long as you have a passion and know what your ‘why’ is.

In this episode you will learn about:
– Opinions on Government controls & Safety measures  
– Information age
– Mindset
– Residential vs. Commercial real estate 
– Why real estate is safe

Get in touch with Gary:
Website: https://smarthomechoice.ca
Podcast: https://smarthomechoice.ca/podcast/
Email: gary@smarthomechoice.ca

Thank You to Our Sponsors

“Where Should I Invest” is brought to you in part through the sponsorship and support of the following;

Dalia Barsoum of Streetwise Mortgages – click here for more details

Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty – click here for more details

Jon TenBrinke of Black Jack Contracting Inc – click here for more details

Legal Crisis Updates From a Paralegal Perspective

by | May 15, 2020 | , , ,

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Wenda Allicock has over 10 years of experience as a Landlord having experienced a complete range of tenants in Brantford. She worked as a property manager before becoming a successfully licensed paralegal specializing in Landlord and Tenant Law. 

Guest: Wenda Allicock, Real Estate Investor & Paralegal

On this special edition of the Where Should I Invest? Podcast, Wenda Allicock and Sarah Larbi have an unscripted, sharing of opinions chat on the changes to the legal landscape for real estate investors. 

Various topics and opinions are discussed including updates on the proper process for the Landlord Tenant Board now that it is closed, the importance of communicating with tenants early, the questions to ask tenants if they are unable to pay rent, the importance of documenting every interaction for when the Landlord Tenant Board does reopen and how cash for keys should be done. 

Feel free to agree or disagree with the thoughts and opinions discussed in this episode. This is for the purposes of sharing information during these unusual times. Feel free to reach out to Wenda separately for any legal advice. 

Wenda has over 10 years experience as a Landlord having experienced a complete range of tenants in Brantford. She worked as a property manager before becoming a successful licensed paralegal specializing in Landlord and Tenant Law. 

The goal for Wenda’s practice is to use her skills, experience and knowledge to assist property owners in getting prompt high quality legal services that ultimately saves time and money. She is a paralegal, licensed under the Law Society of Upper Canada.

She has lived in Brantford for over 25 years and loves the city with its historical backdrop and the new life that has been brought to the city with Laurier University and Conestoga College. Wenda is also a proud member of the Brantford Brant Chamber of Commerce.

In this episode you will learn about:
– Landlord Tenant Board updates
– Questions to ask tenants
– Importance of documentation
– When to issue an N4
– Cash For Keys and how it should be done 
– What is an N11

Get in touch with Wenda:
Website: https://www.wendaallicock.com/
Phone number: 519-751-8624

Thank You to Our Sponsors

“Where Should I Invest” is brought to you in part through the sponsorship and support of the following;

Dalia Barsoum of Streetwise Mortgages – click here for more details

Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty – click here for more details

Jon TenBrinke of Black Jack Contracting Inc – click here for more details

Guest Podcast Appearance – Creating A Fair System For Landlords with Kayla Andrade and Sarah Larbi

by | May 9, 2020 | , , , ,

I was recently one of the guests on George Masri’s podcast – Well Off – check it out below

E34 – Creating A Fair System For Landlords with Kayla Andrade and Sarah Larbi

I recently spoke with Kayla Andrade, the CEO of Ontario Landlords Watch, and Sarah Larbi (as you probably know her from previous podcast episodes). We know that it’s a difficult time for landlords at this moment. On this episode, we discuss the following: 

  • What to do if your tenants aren’t paying rent at this time
  • Solutions for landlords
  • The importance of documenting all tenant issues
  • Risks of filling units now
  • Short term rentals during a crisis

Check out the interview here

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https://welloff.ca/

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Crisis Market Updates and the Economy

by | May 8, 2020 | , , , ,

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Andrew Hines is a real estate investor and podcast host. He graduated from the Richard Ivey School of Business in 2008 and began his real estate investing career in 2011 after a brief two-year teaching contract at Western University where he taught Business Administration.

Guest: Andrew Hines, Real Estate Investor & Podcast Host

On this special edition of the Where Should I Invest? Podcast, Andrew Hines and Sarah Larbi have an unscripted, sharing of opinions chat on the current state of affairs on the real estate market and the economy for real estate investors. 

Various topics and opinions are discussed including insights on the economy and the government controls that are in place, why it is important to question things, the impact on small business owners, the importance of having cash reserves, insights on mortgage deferrals and the importance of tenant screening. 

Andrew Hines is a real estate investor and podcast host. He graduated from the Richard Ivey School of Business in 2008 and began his real estate investing career in 2011 after a brief two-year teaching contract at Western University where he taught Business Administration.

Building a portfolio of student and family rental properties with an asset value of over $4,000,000 Andrew is on a mission to create financial freedom through real estate investing.

On his podcast, The Andrew Hines Real Estate Investing Podcast, Andrew covers topics including buy and hold, BRRRR (buy, reno, rent, refinance, repeat), multi-family investing, land development, student rentals, flipping and more.

In this episode you will learn about:
– Real estate market updates
– Economic insights & Government control
– Impacts on small business owners
– Importance of cash reserves
– Insights on mortgage deferrals
– Importance of tenant screening

Get in touch with Andrew:
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theandrewhines
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theandrewhines
Podcast: https://www.andrew-hines.com/category/podcast/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYGIvt3fC0OK378EIEHccpA

Thank You to Our Sponsors

“Where Should I Invest” is brought to you in part through the sponsorship and support of the following;

Dalia Barsoum of Streetwise Mortgages – click here for more details

Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty – click here for more details

Jon TenBrinke of Black Jack Contracting Inc – click here for more details

Crisis Updates on Short Term Rentals for Real Estate Investors

by | May 1, 2020 | , , , ,

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Dean Curtis has over 20 years of investing experience in Ontario. He has chosen over the last 7 years to specialize in the growing investment area of short term vacation rentals.

Guest: Dean Curtis, Real Estate Investor

On this special edition of the Where Should I Invest? Podcast, Dean Curtis and Sarah Larbi have an unscripted, sharing of opinions chat over coffee/pop on the current state of affairs for real estate investors that manage short term rentals, cottages and airbnbs. Various topics and opinions are discussed including how COVID 19 has impacted the short term rental industry, predictions of what the future will look like and thoughts on the cottage ban that some municipalities have implemented. 

Dean Curtis has over 20 years of investing experience in Ontario. He has chosen over the last 7 years to specialize in the growing investment area of short term vacation rentals.

Through his management company Serenity Vacation Rentals he grew his own personal investment portfolio and also managed an inventory of cottage vacation rental properties. He has since sold that business and doesn’t manage other people’s cottage rentals anymore. 

A sought after media source, Dean has been featured in Canadian Real Estate Wealth magazine, and on AM 570 news “Your Money Matters” and the “Vacation Rental Success” podcast.

Dean also coaches investors from start to finish with purchasing the perfect cottage vacation rental, maximizing income potential, furnishing the property appropriately and providing customer service that ensures repeat rentals.

In this episode you will learn about:
– Getting started in cottage rentals
– COVID 19 impacts on short term rentals
– Future predictions and advice 
– Cottage bans
– Investing in Costa Rica  

Get in touch with Dean:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deancurtisrealestate

Thank You to Our Sponsors

“Where Should I Invest” is brought to you in part through the sponsorship and support of the following;

Dalia Barsoum of Streetwise Mortgages – click here for more details

Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty – click here for more details

Jon TenBrinke of Black Jack Contracting Inc – click here for more details

Crisis Changes and the Impact on Real Estate Investors

by | Apr 24, 2020 | , , , ,

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Dave Knight is a full-time Police Officer who outside the workplace has been able to grow a multi-million dollar rental income portfolio.

Guest: Dave Knight, Real Estate Investor & Police Officer

On this special edition of the Where Should I Invest? Podcast, Dave Knight and Sarah Larbi have an unscripted, sharing of opinions chat over wine on the current state of affairs for real estate investors that are dealing with social isolation during the COVID 19 pandemic. Various topics and opinions are discussed including ScotiaBank’s changes to the HELOC rules, impacts on various real estate strategies in their portfolios, the short term rental ban that Ford announced, changes to tenant screening and looking to the future with recovery insights. 

Dave Knight is a full-time Police Officer who outside the workplace has been able to grow a multi-million dollar rental income portfolio.

Dave is the founder and host of the First Responders Wealth Network Podcast. It was created to help ALL First Responders become educated and exposed to the possibilities of real estate investing, the strategies used to grow wealth and to stop relying on a paycheque and pension alone.

Top millionaire investors, industry-leading professionals, and success stories from other First Responder investors throughout Canada and the United States are showcased weekly to share their journey and lessons learned.

Dave’s mission is to help educate, inspire to take action, create a network, and change ALL First Responder’s mindset on how they approach their financial future or retirement.

In this episode you will learn about:
– Scotiabank HELOC changes 
– Updates on various real estate strategies
– Short term rental ban
– Tenant screening 
– Recovery insights  
– Landlord-tenant board issues 

Get in touch with Dave:
Podcast: https://911wealthnetwork.libsyn.com/
Website: https://www.911wealthnetwork.com/freebook
Email: info@911wealthnetwork.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveknighter/

Thank You to Our Sponsors

“Where Should I Invest” is brought to you in part through the sponsorship and support of the following;

Dalia Barsoum of Streetwise Mortgages – click here for more details

Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty – click here for more details

Jon TenBrinke of Black Jack Contracting Inc – click here for more details

Armageddon Proofing Your Investments

by | Apr 17, 2020 | , , , ,

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Alfonso Cuadra is a dynamic leader that’s passionate about sharing his story and inspiring others to create the life they want and to never give up on their dreams. He truly is in the business of changing lives and has a special gift in his ability to connect with people and move them forward.

Guest: Alfonso Cuadra, Real Estate Investor, Speaker & Author

On this special edition of the Where Should I Invest? Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra shares his opinions and deciphers myths on where real estate investors might be headed during the COVID 19 pandemic. Various topics and opinions are discussed including why investing in apartment buildings are a safe option, what changes may need to be implemented in your business and future opportunities that might be coming as a result of the pandemic.

Alfonso Cuadra is a dynamic leader that’s passionate about sharing his story and inspiring others to create the life they want and to never give up on their dreams. He truly is in the business of changing lives and has a special gift in his ability to connect with people and move them forward.

Alfonso is a serial entrepreneur, real estate investor, speaker, author of the 2012 book From the Ground Up!, success coach, and philanthropist who has been seen in Readers Digest, Ottawa Sun, Vancouver Sun, Rogers TV, New York Times and many more. Born in El Salvador during the revolution, his mother, the head of the newspaper, was arrested for reporting the truth to all about the corrupt government in power. After escaping to Canada and being raised in poverty, at 17 years old, he started a small company that quickly grew to multiple locations across Canada.

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. Alfonso is a TV Personality and is host of a TV show called “Success By Design” and is dedicated to showing others how to overcome their obstacles and become high performers. He has shared his story with thousands of audiences around the world. He is also a dedicated father of 2 girls.

You will learn about:
– What are Armageddon Proof Investments?
– The advantages of investing in different Provinces
– Importance of cash flow and reserve funds
– Implications on ‘A’ Markets
– Airbnb Insights

Get in touch with Alfonso:
Website: https://alfonsocuadra.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alfonsocuadra/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/alfonso2k8?app=desktop
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlfonsoCuadra13

Where Should I Invest” is brought to you in part through the sponsorship and support of the following;

Dalia Barsoum of Streetwise Mortgages.

Contact her to book a FREE Goals Analysis – be sure to mention the podcast when you call.

DALIA BARSOUM, MBA Finance
President and Principal Broker, Streetwise Mortgages

Direct: 416-985-4698 | www.streetwisemortgages.com | Toll Free & Fax: 1-800-208-6255

Mail:  53 Berry Trail, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 2T4 | License # 12900

An award-winning Mortgage Broker, Real Estate investor and financial advisor with over 20 years experience in the banking sector, spanning: Wealth Management, Lending, Strategy and Real Estate.

Dalia holds an MBA in Finance from Dalhousie University and is a Fellow of the Institute of Canadian Bankers Association.

She is the author of Canada’s best selling Real Estate Financing Book and an Amazon Best Seller: “Canadian Real Estate Investor Financing: 7 Secrets to Getting All the Money You Want”.

Dalia’s lending practice encompasses:

> Strategies: Buy / Hold, Renovations, Construction Financing, Rent to own, and Student Rentals, Flipping, Land development and private lending
> Structures: Corporations, Joint Ventures and Personal Holdings
> Asset Classes: Residential, multi-residential, Commercial, Mixed-use and Land

Direct: 416-985-4698 |www.streetwisemortgages.com | Toll Free & Fax: 1-800-208-6255 ]

Mail:  53 Berry Trail, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 2T4 | License # 12900

Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty

Helping a personal record number of families so far this year, I am totally dedicated to offering my “Industry Best” expertise in residential real estate for clients in the Niagara, Oakville, Burlington and Hamilton area. I believe in assisting my clients in every endeavour whether buying a new dream home or selling your latest strategic residential business investment.

By upholding a 0% contract cancellation rate I strive to guarantee your satisfaction by utilizing an extensive knowledge of property renovation and vast network of industry contacts. I will facilitate my customer’s every desire while smoothening the real estate transaction when marketing your properties far and wide.

My team of qualified and totally committed real estate agents will get the job done right! By honing my team of agent’s real estate matching skills through continuous education and professional development, I maintain a competitive edge for the individuals and families we work with.  I can safely say that I can ensure that my customers receive the best price for their home; prices they deserve.  More importantly, I listen to all my client’s wishes to only deliver those properties that match their needs.

With more than a decade of continuously improving performance and results in successfully helping clients, I have offered the ultimate customer service strategies, met all key goals and deadlines for clients, and negotiated for my client’s real winning results.  My team of agents have all committed to doing the same.

So here is my promise to you:

“ I guarantee an awesome experience while locating and negotiating the best real estate deal for you, and then I can confidently coordinate your whole moving experience to ensure a stress-free real estate transition. I do this by truly listening to my client’s needs and dreams to help those dreams come true.  This is my promise to you!”

Call me today at (905) 592-4220 for a free strategy session to discuss your heartfelt real estate needs.”

Elevation Realty Network

Direct: 905-407-4289

Office: 905-844-7788

Spill the Beans with Sarah Larbi

by | Apr 16, 2020 | , , , ,

Earlier this week I was interviewed for Spill the Beans Coffee Chat with Meghan Chomut. It’s a weekly FB show, described as conversations with some of the smartest, kindest and most brilliant professionals in their industry. The goal is to take some of their knowledge + apply it to our own lives to help us make smarter decisions and make life a bit easier.

You can check out the chat on Meghan’s Facebook page here
https://www.facebook.com/meghancfp

How Real Estate Investors Can Recession-Proof Portfolios

by | Apr 10, 2020 | , , , ,

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With nearly 30 years of experience in real estate, there is not a strategy that Mathew Frederick has not executed; in fact, it is believed that he may be the only Canadian to have done so.

Guest: Mathew Frederick, Real Estate Investor and Mentor

On this special edition of the Where Should I Invest? Podcast, Mathew Frederick shares his opinions and predictions on the current market and where things might be headed for real estate investors due to the COVID 19 pandemic. Various topics and opinions are discussed including how to take steps to recession-proof your investments and where the real estate market is headed in the next 3-6 months.

With nearly 30 years of experience in real estate, there is not a strategy that Mathew Frederick has not executed; in fact, it is believed that he may be the only Canadian to have done so.
 

Everything from starting in residential income properties then expanded to buy-fix-sell, lease option, commercial buildings and new development. Mat has led on renovating properties over 28 years which includes partnering with a developer over the past 6 years to build houses and low-rise condo buildings.

He now focuses on managing the assets of commercial portfolios including plazas and multi-family buildings plus coaching investors in business and real estate acquisition. He will also be sharing his thoughts on what he sees as the next big investing opportunity, storage units.

His application of these strategies is more than just simple engagement, it’s about performing each strategy 4 or 5 times and wrangling out most kinks. The kind of kinks you only discover during application.

You will learn about:
– Current economic & real estate market insights
– The R.I Method 
– The benefits of mixed-use apartment buildings
– Tenants financial hardship issues
– What real investors should do today

Get in touch with Mathew:
Websites: rccsol.com
Email: mathew.f@rccsol.com

Where Should I Invest” is brought to you in part through the sponsorship and support of the following;

Dalia Barsoum of Streetwise Mortgages.

Contact her to book a FREE Goals Analysis – be sure to mention the podcast when you call.

DALIA BARSOUM, MBA Finance
President and Principal Broker, Streetwise Mortgages

Direct: 416-985-4698 | www.streetwisemortgages.com | Toll Free & Fax: 1-800-208-6255

Mail:  53 Berry Trail, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 2T4 | License # 12900

An award-winning Mortgage Broker, Real Estate investor and financial advisor with over 20 years experience in the banking sector, spanning: Wealth Management, Lending, Strategy and Real Estate.

Dalia holds an MBA in Finance from Dalhousie University and is a Fellow of the Institute of Canadian Bankers Association.

She is the author of Canada’s best selling Real Estate Financing Book and an Amazon Best Seller: “Canadian Real Estate Investor Financing: 7 Secrets to Getting All the Money You Want”.

Dalia’s lending practice encompasses:

> Strategies: Buy / Hold, Renovations, Construction Financing, Rent to own, and Student Rentals, Flipping, Land development and private lending
> Structures: Corporations, Joint Ventures and Personal Holdings
> Asset Classes: Residential, multi-residential, Commercial, Mixed-use and Land

Direct: 416-985-4698 |www.streetwisemortgages.com | Toll Free & Fax: 1-800-208-6255 ]

Mail:  53 Berry Trail, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 2T4 | License # 12900

Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty

Helping a personal record number of families so far this year, I am totally dedicated to offering my “Industry Best” expertise in residential real estate for clients in the Niagara, Oakville, Burlington and Hamilton area. I believe in assisting my clients in every endeavour whether buying a new dream home or selling your latest strategic residential business investment.

By upholding a 0% contract cancellation rate I strive to guarantee your satisfaction by utilizing an extensive knowledge of property renovation and vast network of industry contacts. I will facilitate my customer’s every desire while smoothening the real estate transaction when marketing your properties far and wide.

My team of qualified and totally committed real estate agents will get the job done right! By honing my team of agent’s real estate matching skills through continuous education and professional development, I maintain a competitive edge for the individuals and families we work with.  I can safely say that I can ensure that my customers receive the best price for their home; prices they deserve.  More importantly, I listen to all my client’s wishes to only deliver those properties that match their needs.

With more than a decade of continuously improving performance and results in successfully helping clients, I have offered the ultimate customer service strategies, met all key goals and deadlines for clients, and negotiated for my client’s real winning results.  My team of agents have all committed to doing the same.

So here is my promise to you:

“ I guarantee an awesome experience while locating and negotiating the best real estate deal for you, and then I can confidently coordinate your whole moving experience to ensure a stress-free real estate transition. I do this by truly listening to my client’s needs and dreams to help those dreams come true.  This is my promise to you!”

Call me today at (905) 592-4220 for a free strategy session to discuss your heartfelt real estate needs.”

Elevation Realty Network

Direct: 905-407-4289

Office: 905-844-7788


No BS This Podcast is Uncensored

by | Apr 3, 2020 | , , , ,

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Gary Hibbert is a full-time Real Estate investor, educator and licensed Real Estate agent, achieving various Realtor awards. He purchased his first investment property in 2008 and through hard work and dedication left the corporate world to become a full-time entrepreneur in 2014.

Guest: Gary Hibbert, Real Estate Investor, Realtor, and Podcast Host

On this special edition of the Where Should I Invest? Podcast, Gary Hibbert and Sarah Larbi have an unscripted, sharing of opinions chat over wine on the current state of affairs for real estate investors during the COVID 19 pandemic. Various topics and opinions are discussed including how history can be like having a crystal ball for the future, it helps to understand how money works and why people get into real estate in the first place. 

Gary Hibbert is a full-time Real Estate investor, educator and licensed Real Estate agent, achieving various Realtor awards. He purchased his first investment property in 2008 and through hard work and dedication left the corporate world to become a full-time entrepreneur in 2014.

As a result of his passion for education, Gary started his own real estate investing club in the Durham region and recently started a private lending company called Deep Pockets. and became a partner in a real estate brokerage called Our Neighborhood Realty. It is safe to say that Gary wears many hats in the real estate industry. 

Gary has helped hundreds of clients with creating a wealth strategy plan through public speaking, online webinars and even has his own podcast dedicated to inspire and educate anyone willing to change their mindset. He continues to play an active role in his community by attending corporate, private and school events to educate adults and especially children.

Gary’s inspiration and hard work come from his passion for helping others and wanting to make a difference in their lives. Being able to design a lifestyle of your choice is not an easy feat however, it’s attainable as long as you have a passion and know what your ‘why’ is.

In this episode you will learn about:
– How money works 
– Should you issue N4s during this crisis?
– The impact on the real estate cycle 
– Will there be a new currency?
– How rents will be effected 
– Mindset 

Get in touch with Gary:
Website: https://smarthomechoice.ca
Email: gary@smarthomechoice.ca

Where Should I Invest” is brought to you in part through the sponsorship and support of the following;

Dalia Barsoum of Streetwise Mortgages.

Contact her to book a FREE Goals Analysis – be sure to mention the podcast when you call.

DALIA BARSOUM, MBA Finance
President and Principal Broker, Streetwise Mortgages

Direct: 416-985-4698 | www.streetwisemortgages.com | Toll Free & Fax: 1-800-208-6255

Mail:  53 Berry Trail, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 2T4 | License # 12900

An award-winning Mortgage Broker, Real Estate investor and financial advisor with over 20 years experience in the banking sector, spanning: Wealth Management, Lending, Strategy and Real Estate.

Dalia holds an MBA in Finance from Dalhousie University and is a Fellow of the Institute of Canadian Bankers Association.

She is the author of Canada’s best selling Real Estate Financing Book and an Amazon Best Seller: “Canadian Real Estate Investor Financing: 7 Secrets to Getting All the Money You Want”.

Dalia’s lending practice encompasses:

> Strategies: Buy / Hold, Renovations, Construction Financing, Rent to own, and Student Rentals, Flipping, Land development and private lending
> Structures: Corporations, Joint Ventures and Personal Holdings
> Asset Classes: Residential, multi-residential, Commercial, Mixed-use and Land

Direct: 416-985-4698 |www.streetwisemortgages.com | Toll Free & Fax: 1-800-208-6255 ]

Mail:  53 Berry Trail, Woodbridge, ON, L4H 2T4 | License # 12900

Dylan Suitor of Elevation Realty

Helping a personal record number of families so far this year, I am totally dedicated to offering my “Industry Best” expertise in residential real estate for clients in the Niagara, Oakville, Burlington and Hamilton area. I believe in assisting my clients in every endeavour whether buying a new dream home or selling your latest strategic residential business investment.

By upholding a 0% contract cancellation rate I strive to guarantee your satisfaction by utilizing an extensive knowledge of property renovation and vast network of industry contacts. I will facilitate my customer’s every desire while smoothening the real estate transaction when marketing your properties far and wide.

My team of qualified and totally committed real estate agents will get the job done right! By honing my team of agent’s real estate matching skills through continuous education and professional development, I maintain a competitive edge for the individuals and families we work with.  I can safely say that I can ensure that my customers receive the best price for their home; prices they deserve.  More importantly, I listen to all my client’s wishes to only deliver those properties that match their needs.

With more than a decade of continuously improving performance and results in successfully helping clients, I have offered the ultimate customer service strategies, met all key goals and deadlines for clients, and negotiated for my client’s real winning results.  My team of agents have all committed to doing the same.

So here is my promise to you:

“ I guarantee an awesome experience while locating and negotiating the best real estate deal for you, and then I can confidently coordinate your whole moving experience to ensure a stress-free real estate transition. I do this by truly listening to my client’s needs and dreams to help those dreams come true.  This is my promise to you!”

Call me today at (905) 592-4220 for a free strategy session to discuss your heartfelt real estate needs.”

Elevation Realty Network

Direct: 905-407-4289

Office: 905-844-7788