In E284, Andrew welcomes Mathew Frederick, a seasoned real estate investor and career entrepreneur. Mathew shares his journey, starting from his early investment in real estate during the mid-nineties, which afforded him the flexibility to explore various opportunities around the world. He emphasizes the importance of structuring deals wisely and avoiding over-leveraging. Mathew’s diversified investment portfolio spans multiple locations, including Ontario, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Ohio, Atlanta, Arizona, Florida, and Belize.
Andrew and Mathew discuss the latter's initial foray into real estate, beginning with rental properties and house hacking, leading to more sophisticated investments like buy-fix-sell projects and multifamily units. They touch on the challenges of property management and the strategic shift to larger buildings for better management efficiency. Mathew also highlights his ventures in self-storage and development projects, including his innovative approach to handling challenging properties and leveraging creative financing strategies such as Vendor Take-Back (VTB) mortgages.
The episode is rich with insights and practical wisdom, emphasizing the value of continuous learning and adaptation in real estate investing.