
The Canadian Real Estate Investor
The Podcast For Canadian Real Estate Investors.
The podcast features in depth discussion around investing in real estate, ongoing news in the Canadian real estate market, how to structure deals and grow your portfolio.Show hosts Daniel Foch and Nick Hill bring experience, fresh takes, well-researched information and entertainment to a real estate investing podcast for Canadians.
Latest episodes

Sep 3, 2024 • 43min
Canada’s Largest Landowner Plans Affordable Housing Developments
We are diving into a new federal initiative aimed at tackling Canada's housing crisis. The government has announced 56 properties for conversion into affordable housing. We'll explore the implications and potential impacts of this plan. What does it mean for the housing market and affordability nationwide?? Could this be the key to solving the housing crunch? Why do people seem upset and concerned about this? What is the governments real estate portfolio made up of and what types of buildings are these? Sign Up For The Next Webinar Realist Join the best community in Canadian Real Estate realist.ca Attend a Meetups Meetups Get a Pre Approval G & H Mortgage Group Get Financing with Landbank LandBank Nick Instagram.com/mybuddynick tiktok.com/@mybuddynick twitter.com/mybuddynick89 Dan twitter.com/daniel_foch instagram.com/danielfoch tiktok.com/@danielfochSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 30, 2024 • 43min
Which Cities Have The Best Investments ?
Cap rates for different cities can provide valuable insights into potential investment opportunities. Here's how they can help you understand which cities might be better for investments: Return Comparison: Higher cap rates suggest better potential returns. Risk and Stability: Higher cap rates come with more risk; lower rates suggest stable markets. Trends: Changing cap rates can indicate market growth or maturity. Yield: Higher cap rates provide potentially higher yields. Market Efficiency: Lower rates may imply competitive markets; higher rates can suggest undervalued opportunities. Sign Up For The Next Webinar Realist Join the best community in Canadian Real Estate realist.ca Attend a Meetups Meetups Get a Pre Approval G & H Mortgage Group Get Financing with Landbank LandBank Nick Instagram.com/mybuddynick tiktok.com/@mybuddynick twitter.com/mybuddynick89 Dan twitter.com/daniel_foch instagram.com/danielfoch tiktok.com/@danielfochSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 27, 2024 • 45min
Maximize Real Estate Returns Through Zoning
Zoning is a crucial component of urban planning as it helps to guide the development of land and ensure the appropriate use of land for various purposes. If you're interested in investing in real estate, understanding zoning laws is essential. In today’s episode, we aim to answer the following questions: What exactly is zoning? How were the types and categories historically formed? What is the process of zoning, how are decisions made, and what are the financial benefits? What are some recent changes in legislation that support zoning? Sign Up For The Next Webinar Realist Join the best community in Canadian Real Estate realist.ca Attend a Meetups Meetups Get a Pre Approval G & H Mortgage Group Get Financing with Landbank LandBank Nick Instagram.com/mybuddynick tiktok.com/@mybuddynick twitter.com/mybuddynick89 Dan twitter.com/daniel_foch instagram.com/danielfoch tiktok.com/@danielfochSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 23, 2024 • 42min
Inflation Is Down & Construction Starts Are Up
Recent reports show some positive changes in two significant areas: inflation and housing starts. This begs the question: have things shifted? Have we hit the bottom and are now beginning the slow and long journey back out of the mess we found ourselves in? Why is inflation falling, and what does it mean for the Canadian economy? What does cooling inflation mean for the rate environment? Does this mean we will see more housing being built? Activity in the mortgage market and the impending doom of the renewal wall Attend Our Event On Multiplexes Sign Up For The Next Webinar Realist Join the best community in Canadian Real Estate realist.ca Attend a Meetups Meetups Get a Pre Approval G & H Mortgage Group Get Financing with Landbank LandBank Nick Instagram.com/mybuddynick tiktok.com/@mybuddynick twitter.com/mybuddynick89 Dan twitter.com/daniel_foch instagram.com/danielfoch tiktok.com/@danielfochSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 20, 2024 • 37min
Where Are Property Values Headed ?
We cover the most recent CREA report and look at markets across the country The biggest price increases & decreases in markets Buyers markets vs sellers markets Whats coming in the fall? Host updates from across the country Attend Our Event On Multiplexes Sign Up For The Next Webinar Realist Join the best community in Canadian Real Estate realist.ca Attend a Meetups Meetups Get a Pre Approval G & H Mortgage Group Get Financing with Landbank LandBank Nick Instagram.com/mybuddynick tiktok.com/@mybuddynick twitter.com/mybuddynick89 Dan twitter.com/daniel_foch instagram.com/danielfoch tiktok.com/@danielfochSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 16, 2024 • 45min
Bankruptcies Are On The Rise In Real Estate
A topic that’s as relevant now as it was during the dark days of the global financial crisis…Bankruptcies! Real estate developers facing an increasingly harsh financial climate, More than 300 Canadians filing for bankruptcy each day, How Canadians could walk away from their homes if house prices fall, Attend Our Event On Multiplexes Sign Up For The Next Webinar Realist Join the best community in Canadian Real Estate realist.ca Attend a Meetups Meetups Get a Pre Approval G & H Mortgage Group Get Financing with Landbank LandBank Nick Instagram.com/mybuddynick tiktok.com/@mybuddynick twitter.com/mybuddynick89 Dan twitter.com/daniel_foch instagram.com/danielfoch tiktok.com/@danielfochSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 13, 2024 • 43min
How To Beat Analysis Paralysis & Start Investing
From the time you wake up in the morning, you are bombarded with information and faced with making decisions. In fact, people make approximately 35,000 decisions per day! Some decisions can be as simple as choosing which shirt to wear to work, while others are more complex, like deciding whether to move forward with a new career opportunity. Why We Feel Analysis Paralysis: Tips & Tricks for Overcoming It Gall's Law & The Paradox of Choice Experienced Investors vs. New Investor Challenges Attend Our Event On Multiplexes Sign Up For The Next Webinar Realist Join the best community in Canadian Real Estate realist.ca Attend a Meetups Meetups Get a Pre Approval G & H Mortgage Group Get Financing with Landbank LandBank Nick Instagram.com/mybuddynick tiktok.com/@mybuddynick twitter.com/mybuddynick89 Dan twitter.com/daniel_foch instagram.com/danielfoch tiktok.com/@danielfochSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 9, 2024 • 47min
The Biggest Risk In Canada's Economy Right Now
The condo market, which is clearly in recessionary territory, has conditions deteriorating to levels not seen in decades. What makes the situation more challenging is the role of investors in the presale market, which have made up to 70% or more of buyers. Challenges for preconstruction and resale condos in certain Canadian markets. Condos are a major challenge in Canada’s real estate and economy. Comparison of condo market with detached housing market. Evaluation of investment types: preconstruction, resale condos, and detached homes. Insights from a CIBC and Urbanation report discussed. Attend Our Event On Multiplexes Sign Up For The Next Webinar Realist Join the best community in Canadian Real Estate realist.ca Attend a Meetups Meetups Get a Pre Approval G & H Mortgage Group Get Financing with Landbank LandBank Nick Instagram.com/mybuddynick tiktok.com/@mybuddynick twitter.com/mybuddynick89 Dan twitter.com/daniel_foch instagram.com/danielfoch tiktok.com/@danielfochSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 6, 2024 • 40min
2 Rate Cuts, Now What ?
Interest rate cuts by the Bank of Canada have raised many questions. The hosts delve into how these cuts affect buyers, sellers, and mortgage holders. They explore inflation's role in purchasing power, examining housing costs and the complexities of the economy. Predictions for future rate adjustments are discussed, including potential impacts on borrowers and the broader economy. The conversation also highlights the challenges of affordability in the housing market and the evolving mortgage landscape faced by Canadians.

Aug 2, 2024 • 42min
Is U.S. Housing Really More Affordable Than in Canada ?
American or Canadian, it was the so-called “dream” in this part of the world for a long time to one day own a home. In this episode, we’ll look at: The affordability of Canadian vs. American cities Many Canadians thinking of a potential move, or at least an investment, south of our border Median incomes across North America and the cost of living Where the next real estate opportunities are And, once you have made it into the housing market, is it worth it? Attend Our Event On Multiplexes Sign Up For The Next Webinar Realist Join the best community in Canadian Real Estate realist.ca Attend a Meetups Meetups Get a Pre Approval G & H Mortgage Group Get Financing with Landbank LandBank Nick Instagram.com/mybuddynick tiktok.com/@mybuddynick twitter.com/mybuddynick89 Dan twitter.com/daniel_foch instagram.com/danielfoch tiktok.com/@danielfochSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.