Alex is a Vice President in Greybrook’s Private Capital Markets Group. He is responsible for engaging new and existing investors to help them build diverse real estate development portfolios that align with their individual investment objectives.   In this episode we discussed: Overview of the Alex's career journey and diverse experiences His roles in Greybrook and Investment focus Greybrook's project focus Emphasis on Greybrook's significant scale and impact in the real estate sector Evaluation of Deals and Due Diligence Approach to Underwriting and Profitability :Three key underwriting factors Emphasis on conservative decision-making and risk management strategies Healthy profit margin for developers and the variability based on project scale and partnerships Pre-construction Market Dynamics and Margin Substantiation Splitting Partnerships and Determining Equity Shares Challenges in Ontario real estate, such as selling at fixed caps and high borrowing costs Ontario Real Estate and Supply-Demand Dynamics Government's Role and Affordability Commercial loan defaults and the risk in commercial real estate Opportunities and Financing Strategies Factors Impacting Opportunities Growth and Future Outlook for Greybrook and a lot more! Follow Alex's social media on:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexnisenker/ Website: https://greybrook.com   Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101  RISE Network Real Estate Investing Essentials Bundle: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/rise-network-real-estate-investing-essentials If you or anyone you know is looking to sell their house, visit: www.fastontariohomebuyer.ca

Manny is a Registered Nurse that has transformed his career into that of a Real Estate Investor while still maintaining a part-time nursing practice. Since 2019, Manny has actively engaged in real estate investments, successfully acquiring and selling a total of 18 units, including various property types such as duplexes, triplexes, a fourplex, and a sixplex. With a strategic shift in focus towards larger buildings in the United States during the summer of 2022, Manny recently celebrated the completion of his first 24-unit building deal in Cleveland, in collaboration with his partners. Looking ahead, Manny has exciting plans to further expand his portfolio, aiming to scale up in the States and explore potential opportunities in Canada, depending on favorable circumstances. In this episode we discussed: Transitioning from nursing to Real estate investing Successful journey from a duplex to a multi-family properties Strategic property acquisitions, funding, and renovation decisions Adapting to market conditions for continued growth in real estate investing Challenges faced by landlords in Halifax, including rent caps, tenant eviction difficulties, negative public perception, and rising property prices. Transition to US Real Estate Investing Comparison to Canadian Real Estate Market The process of finding and deciding on a 24-unit property in Cleveland through a realtor. Benefits of mentorship and how it has helped him grow and a lot more!   Follow Manny's social media on:  Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/shifproperties/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@refinedrealestatens Podcast: Refined Real Estate Podcast   Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101  RISE Network Real Estate Investing Essentials Bundle: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/rise-network-real-estate-investing-essentials If you or anyone you know is looking to sell their house, visit: www.fastontariohomebuyer.ca

Darren is a seasoned real estate investor with extensive knowledge and a portfolio of over 250 properties. He is dedicated to sharing his expertise as an investor, trainer, and coach, drawing from his 20 years of experience. With a property portfolio valued at $30 million, he has traveled across North America to educate audiences on real estate investing, financial independence, and financial literacy. Darren's expertise in renovation has led to appearances on popular television shows such as "The Goods" and "CityLine." He has also worked as a contractor behind the scenes on shows like "Save My Reno" and "Game of Homes." Motivated by his passion for real estate investing, Darren has consolidated his valuable content from his successful YouTube channel into comprehensive courses designed to provide actionable knowledge and condense years of wisdom into a shorter time frame. His courses cater to individuals of all backgrounds who are interested in learning proper real estate investing techniques. In this episode we discussed: From Real Estate Investing to Development: A Journey of Creativity and Persistence Importance of creativity, persistence, and continuous skill development in the ever-changing real estate landscape. The concept of being "house poor" in Toronto The challenge of MLS Select's lack of regulation for unit sizes The implications of Build 23 legislation in Ontario. How he was able to scale his business and a lot more! Follow Darren's social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/darren.voros YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/darrenvoros Website: https://www.darrenvoros.com/ Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101 RISE Network Real Estate Investing Essentials Bundle: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/rise-network-real-estate-investing-essentials If you or anyone you know is looking to sell their house, visit: www.fastontariohomebuyer.ca

Sean Cooper is the bestselling author of the book, Burn Your Mortgage: The Simple, Powerful Path to Financial Freedom for Canadians. He bought his first house when he was only 27 in Toronto and paid off his mortgage in just 3 years by age 30. Sean helps others with their mortgages as an independent mortgage broker.   In this episode we discussed: Journey to mortgage freedom Concept of “Burn your Mortgage” Positive impact of being mortgage-free on starting a business Factors Contributing to mortgage payoff The role of leverage in real estate investing Building a trustworthy team Tax deductions and investment properties Overcoming challenges in homeownership  and a lot more! Follow Sean's social media on:  Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/burnyourmortgage/ Website: https://www.burnyourmortgage.ca For a mortgage consultation you may email him at: Sean@BurnYourMortgage.ca or call 647–867–3711 Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101  RISE Network Real Estate Investing Essentials Bundle: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/rise-network-real-estate-investing-essentials If you or anyone you know is looking to sell their house, visit: www.fastontariohomebuyer.ca

Deji is the founder of Deals Estate Inc, the first Passive Wholesaling business in Canada. He works with active investors who are looking to passively accelerate their deal flow by providing them deals with multiple exits like Wholesaling, Wholetailing, Flipping, BRRRR'ing and Holding. He is also the host of Canada's First Wholesaling Podcast titled "The Deals Estate Wholesaling Podcast" where he interviews experienced real estate investors on how to find, finance and facilitate off-market real estate deals.   In this episode we discussed: Deji's background and early career Transitioning to Canada in 2019: personal reason for moving to different country How Deji entered the wholesaling industry in Canada Transition from startup to Real estate Comparing Real Estate and Startup risks Real Estate mentorship and investment Learning and adapting in Real Estate Transitioning to business Lessons learned from 2022 influence their strategies and plans for the future and a lot more!   Follow Deji's Social Media on: Deals Estate Wholesaling Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/27nSxrHYAbbzeHpXwUG5AP?si=520495486fa04e7b Wholesaling Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/723533405625997 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dealsestateca/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@dealsestate Buyers List - https://www.dealsestate.ca/privatebuyers Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101  RISE Network Real Estate Investing Essentials Bundle: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/rise-network-real-estate-investing-essentials If you or anyone you know is looking to sell their house, visit: www.fastontariohomebuyer.ca

Terry Nguyen is the Director of Operations at Terracasa Homestays, a travel accommodations company specializing in the state of Arizona. With a background as a real estate investor, general contractor, and electrician, Terry brings a wealth of experience to the role. Previously involved in property flips, BRRR projects, and major renovations, Terry's expertise is now focused on building the company through the short-term rental arbitrage business model.   In this episode we discussed: Reflecting on his journey from electrician to real estate investor Transitioning into real estate and flipping opportunities The realization of negative returns and time constraints from experience in construction industry Pivoting Towards Hospitality and Travel Accommodation Benefits of the Hospitality Industry Mitigating Risk and Market Diversification in the Hospitality Industry Building and Managing a Remote Hospitality Business Challenges and opportunities of the US short-term rental market and insights into building a successful vacation rental business. and a lot more!   Follow Terry Nguyen's social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/terry.ttn/ and https://www.instagram.com/terracasahomes/   Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101  RISE Network Real Estate Investing Essentials Bundle: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/rise-network-real-estate-investing-essentials If you or anyone you know is looking to sell their house, visit: www.fastontariohomebuyer.ca

In this week's episode, Mayu and Austin talk about their own investments and how they have performed in the volatile real estate market of 2022/2023. In addition the lending market, the psychology of home buyers, the current FOMO, investing strategies that others are doing and how to go about deal hunting in today's market - were all discussed this week.  They are also inviting their listeners to join their Networking event in May 2023. Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101  RISE Network Real Estate Investing Essentials Bundle: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/rise-network-real-estate-investing-essentials If you or anyone you know is looking to sell their house, visit: www.fastontariohomebuyer.ca

Today we connected with Aaron Bae on a follow up episode from Episode 23. Make sure you listen to Episode 23 to learn as much as possible about how he got started in Airbnb and entrepreneurship! This episode is a follow up episode discussing how much his business has grown in the last 2 years, allowing them today to travel the world! We dig deep into the Airbnb world to understand what strategies have worked, failed, and much more! Follow Aaron Bae's social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/realbaemoney/ Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101  RISE Network Real Estate Investing Essentials Bundle: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/rise-network-real-estate-investing-essentials If you or anyone you know is looking to sell their house, visit: www.fastontariohomebuyer.ca

Bava is a successful real estate investor, with a passion for personal growth and mindset. He was born and raised in Tirupur, Tamil Nadu, before moving to Canada at the age of 18 for school. After completing his degree in Sydney, NS, he travelled around Canada before settling in Montreal. In 2019, while working full time, Bava started his real estate journey. To date he has a portfolio of single-family, multi-family, and student rentals, and is currently working on some partnership deals for large multi family properties. Bava's motto is "LET'S GROW TOGETHER" which reminds him to continue to be dedicated to sharing his knowledge to help others achieve financial and mental growth.   In this episode we discussed:   Reason why started investing in Montreal Pivoting from single family home to student rental to multi family The power of joining different networking groups within the area How listening to the RISE real estate investing podcast affects his investment decisions and strategies Secondary market in Nova Scotia and a lot more!   Follow Bava Srinivasan's social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/rise.investments/ Facebook at: https://web.facebook.com/RIriseinvestments Business card at: https://hihello.me/p/0165e8fe-66df-4aa6-9c09-f0de3d78c8b7   Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101  RISE Network Real Estate Investing Essentials Bundle: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/rise-network-real-estate-investing-essentials If you or anyone you know is looking to sell their house, visit: www.fastontariohomebuyer.ca  

Kellan James specializes in one thing: BRRRR-ing multifamily real estate to achieve financial independence. After reaching financial independence through real estate cashflow by the age of 29, he quit the rat race to pursue investing full time. As of 2023, Kellan has a portfolio totaling 86 units worth $13M +, all solely-owned with no JV partners.   In this episode we discussed:   Challenges of scaling too fast without equity partners Importance of financial preparation to purchase 50 units in one year Stabilization and de-leveraging while investing in real estate Importance of time management and taking a long-term view Importance of being cautious in real estate investing and lending Lessons Learned in Selling Properties Private Loans and Promissory Notes and a lot more! Follow Kellan James' social media on: Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/kellan.james/ Youtube at: https://www.youtube.com/kellanjames Website at: https://www.kellanjames.ca/   Follow Mayu on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/mayu.thava/ Follow Austin on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/austinyeh6/ Follow the RISE Network Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/risenetworkevent Follow the RISE Network Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/risenetworkevent/ RISE Real Estate Wholesaling 101 Course: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/real-estate-wholesaling-masterclass-101  RISE Network Real Estate Investing Essentials Bundle: https://rise-network-course.teachable.com/p/rise-network-real-estate-investing-essentials If you or anyone you know is looking to sell their house, visit: www.fastontariohomebuyer.ca