Where Should I Invest? Real Estate Investing in Canada

Exploring Investment Strategies: From Real Estate to Stock Options and Bitcoin

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Mar 3, 2025
Cam McCarroll, a seasoned real estate investor and entrepreneur, shares his journey and insights on diversifying investment strategies. He discusses the impact of rising interest rates on cash flow from rental properties and how he shifted to stock options in 2018 for better returns. Emphasizing his three pillars of investing—real estate, options, and Bitcoin—Cam explains how options can generate cash flow with minimal time commitment. He also highlights the importance of patience and mindset in navigating these diverse markets.
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ANECDOTE

From Real Estate To Options And Bitcoin

  • Cam McCarroll started in real estate in 2009 and scaled quickly during the easy-credit era.
  • He later learned options in 2018 and added Bitcoin around 2020–2021 to diversify his portfolio.
INSIGHT

Interest Rates Eroded Rental Cash Flow

  • Rising interest rates have eroded rental cash flow and made buy-and-hold harder.
  • Real estate still offers leverage and tax advantages but yields less immediate income now.
ADVICE

Use Covered Options For Regular Income

  • Learn a simple options strategy that pays premiums for agreeing to buy quality stocks below market.
  • You can target 1–3% monthly returns and manage it in ~20–30 minutes per day.
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