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30 Minutes to WealthA Teenager’s Journey to Success In Real EstateIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan sit down with Tyson George, a real estate investor whose journey kickstarted at just 15 years old! You might remember Tyson from his last appearance on the show four years ago, when he shared his story on how he used his earnings from flipping furniture on Kijiji to purchase his very first investment property – all while juggling high school. Tyson returns to give us an update on how his investing journey has evolved and reveal his new project in the works – a development project in the Dutch Caribbean island of Curac...2023-08-2225 min30 Minutes to WealthCreating Success in Small MarketsIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with investor and developer, Dane Buttenaar to discuss creating success in smaller markets. Dane was born and raised in Southampton, Ontario. After graduating university and starting his own landscaping business he began investing in duplex and triplex conversions and thereafter into land development. He and his wife also completed a motel conversion in the area known as The Beach Motel and he is now currently working on a development of 455 residential units. In this episode, Dane also shares his story on how he got started in real estate...2023-08-1625 min30 Minutes to WealthOptimizing Your Investment StrategyIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with Danielle Chiasson, Founder & CEO of Strategic Success Consulting Inc., a real estate coaching business. Danielle Chiasson is an active entrepreneur known for her work in the field of real estate investing in residential redevelopment and rental housing. Focused in Ontario, her many projects have ranged in scope from light clean-ups to full renovations, as well as legal duplex, triplex conversions, and multi-unit flips. In this episode, Danielle talks to us about how investors can optimize their investments by picking a strategy that is best suited to individual n...2023-08-0825 min30 Minutes to WealthCreating Generational Wealth Through Real EstateIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan welcome contractor, developer and real estate investor, Jason Thom on the show to discuss the generational wealth created in his family business. Jason's incredible journey began at the age of 10, working in his family construction business, eventually leading to owning an impressive portfolio of 12 industrial income properties in Bruce County, Ontario. Seeking the perfect exit strategy for their family retirement plan, Jason was introduced to Carmen Campagnaro, co-founder of District REIT, a real estate investment trust. District REIT seamlessly acquired all their properties, enabling Jason and his family to reinvest their...2023-08-0124 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Active to Passive Investor’s JourneyIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with power couple Sam and Lia, to discuss their successful journey in entrepreneurship and their path from active to passive real estate investors. Sam's 19-year ownership of the iconic music venue, The Cadillac Lounge in Toronto, is a testament to his resilience, creativity, and passion. Lia's background as a publicist complemented their joint efforts in accelerating the growth of their ventures. From selling The Cadillac Lounge to investing in passive opportunities, they now focus on passion projects, family, and living primarily off the passive income generated through years of equity a...2023-07-3125 min30 Minutes to WealthScaling your Portfolio to New HeightsIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan welcome real estate investor Mat Piche on the show to discuss how to scale your portfolio using none of your own money. Originally a carpenter working on renovations for real estate investors, Mat obtained his realtor license and built his investing business by partnering with clients. As his business expanded, Mat has bought and sold over 100 properties with partners, using none of his own money. Through social media alone, he has raised over $60 million for these deals! Mat talks to us about his current investing strategies, how he is...2023-07-2024 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Power Of PerseveranceIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan welcome Judi Pare to the show to discuss the power of perseverance. Judi is an impressive real estate investor and developer with numerous projects underway in the Greater Toronto Area. She shares her story of overcoming many obstacles to achieve the success she has created today. Starting her real estate career as a single mother, Judi weathered the storms of homelessness and bankruptcy, hitting rock bottom along the way. She shares her experiences and valuable advice on how she succeeded despite adversity. This includes working two jobs...2023-07-1924 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Wealthy Way with Ryan PinedaIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with Ryan Pineda, real estate investor, entrepreneur and social media influencer, to discuss how to be successful in real estate while prioritizing a balanced personal lifestyle. Ryan emphasizes how investors should pick and focus on one specific investing strategy to excel in that market before branching into new niches. Ryan's inspiring journey started with flipping couches and progressed to flipping houses by maxing out credit cards and utilizing his $10,000 in savings. After initial success, he expanded his business to flipping hundreds of homes, acquiring numerous rentals, and launching m...2023-07-0525 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Investor's Crash Course in Cross Border TaxIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with Jeff Hood, Senior US Tax Manager at RLB accounting firm, to talk about investing in the United States. With many Canadian investors looking into the USA for diversified and lucrative real estate investment opportunities, we welcome Jeff on the show to give a mini crash course on the different ownership and taxation structures investors should consider. Jeff explains that this is not a one-size fits all strategy and the importance of speaking to a tax advisor/accountant before getting started. By effectively structuring your property ownership structure, you can...2023-06-2024 min30 Minutes to WealthAirbnb ArbitrageIn this episode, real estate investor Carstin Hao joins us to discuss the topic of Airbnb Arbitrage. Airbnb Arbitrage, or Rental Arbitrage, is the process of renting properties from the long-term rental market and subsequently subletting them in the short-term rental marketplace through platforms such as Airbnb, VRBO and HomeAway. Carstin shares with us the many advantages to rental arbitrage, how he picks his markets, mitigates risk, creates an economy of scale, and how he has built a portfolio of 60 units and counting, using this model in the United States. This is a fascinating episode pa...2023-06-1425 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Beginners Guide to Development in the USAIn this episode, we welcome real estate investor Andrew Hines on the show to discuss development in the USA. Andrew talks us through some of the advantages (& challenges!) of developing and investing in the USA such as how to get started, network, obtain financing, structure taxes, and so much more! Andrew also shares many of his personal tips for success and his past experiences. This is a great episode for beginners who are looking to get started in the United States and are considering development as an investment strategy. 2023-06-0828 min30 Minutes to WealthBuying or Selling? Legal Proof Your AgreementsIn this episode, we welcome back long-time show sponsor, Simpson Wigle Law. Maria Durdan and Stephanie Rego join us and bring us back to the basics. We cover many of the important aspects a real estate owner needs to know when it comes to buying or selling property. Maria and Stephanie go through how to effectively prepare and understand an agreement of purchase and sale as well as clauses to watch out for to protect the interests of both buyers and sellers. Finally, Stephanie and Maria share their expertise on navigating lease agreements, with some very valuable...2023-06-0525 min30 Minutes to WealthInfill Land Development In Your BackyardIn this episode, we meet with Chris Loftin, Vice President of Construction at Valour Group and Matt Bolen of Edge Architects to discuss some fascinating updates in the development space. Chris and Matt talk us through a recent bill that has been passed, and how that will allow property owners to add an additional structure to their current property. This could provide several benefits such as assisting with the housing shortage in areas with lower density and allowing current property owners to earn additional revenue to offset debt servicing costs, etc. Matt and Chris also...2023-05-2325 min30 Minutes to WealthEarly Retirement with Passive InvestingIn this episode, we meet with business owner and investor, Frank Buis, to discuss passive real estate investing. Frank discusses how he and his wife started investing in private mortgages after years of being disappointed with the returns earned through traditional mutual funds, stocks and bonds. Frank has been a long time investor with Pro Funds Mortgages and our Group of Companies, and was able to sell his company, invest the proceeds, and retire off passive income! This is a very informative episode where Carmen and Jordan outline the many different types of passive investments in...2023-05-1628 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Global Investor with Hussein KudratiCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Hussein Kudrati, a seasoned international investor and Principal Lawyer at HSK Law Firm. Hussein Kudrati comes from generations of real estate investors. Since his early years, he was immersed in business and has invested all over the world, from Canada to the US, Germany, Austria, Scotland, Denmark, Ireland, England, Kenya, India and the United Arab Emirates, among others. In this episode, Hussein talks to us about his favourite market in the world to invest in, how he picks his investments, the importance of standing out amongst the competition and so much...2023-05-0824 min30 Minutes to WealthPivot, Don’t Panic: How to Profit in A Changing Market with Sarah LarbiCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Sarah Larbi, Real Estate Investor, Speaker, Coach, Mentor and Podcast Host. Sarah started investing in real estate in 2013 and 7 years later, she was able to quit her 9-5 job due to her real estate investments. Sarah has participated in many strategies of real estate including buy and holds, BRRRR’s, conversions, land development and most recently, resort development. In this episode, we talk about how important it is for every investor to be able to pivot depending on evolving market conditions and trends. Sarah shares some of her key ins...2023-05-0225 min30 Minutes to WealthProfiting from Land with Natural Resources: The Story of Flow WaterCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Nicholas Reichenbach, Founder and Executive Chairman of Flow Water. In 2015, Nicholas Reichenbach saw a mountain of discarded plastic water bottles as he left the Burning Man festival in Nevada. Instead of just shaking his head at the problem, he resolved to find a solution. That's how Flow was born. Since starting with a single family-owned artesian spring in Canada, Flow has grown rapidly. As a Certified B Corporation, Flow meets the highest social and environmental standards. In this episode, Nicholas shares the inspiring story of Flow. He explains how...2022-09-2825 min30 Minutes to WealthEnhancing Real Estate with Textile DesignCarmen and Jordan meet with Candice Kaye, founder and creative director of Candice Kaye Design, an international textile design studio specializing in bespoke design services working with wallpaper, rugs and embroidered linen. Candice shares her entrepreneurial journey and outlines ways investors, business owners and homeowners can transform their real estate with creative strategies using textile design! Any real estate investor can greatly benefit from Candice’s extensive experience designing prints for restaurants, hotels, cafes and private residences within New York, Toronto, Miami, Dallas, Los Angeles and Australia. This is a fascinating episode for th...2022-09-2025 min30 Minutes to WealthInvesting in Modular Homes with ROXBOX ContainersCarmen and Jordan meet with Anthony Halsch, founder and CEO of Roxbox Containers, a Denver based manufacturing company that designs, engineers, and builds custom structures out of shipping containers. In this episode, Anthony shares the story of how Roxbox was created and how the company has grown to service clients all over the world in commercial, industrial, residential, office and food & beverage industries. Anthony talks us through why an investor may gravitate towards the custom shipping container route compared to a traditional build, time efficiencies, the innovative design and build process, financing structure and more....2022-09-1423 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Investor’s Guide to Taxation in Rental PropertiesCarmen and Jordan meet with Blake De Luca, Chartered Professional Accountant at RLB Canada, to discuss tax implications with rental properties. In this episode, Blake shares all the tax information any investor will need to know when it comes to owning and operating short term and long term rental properties. Blake provides key information on the two investment strategies as well as what’s involved when it comes to converting an owner occupied property into a rental and completing renovations. This is a value packed episode that offers exceptional insight into effective tax strategies for th...2022-08-3026 min30 Minutes to WealthRiches in Real Estate Niches With Heather BlankenshipCarmen and Jordan meet with Heather Blankenship, real estate investor and entrepreneur. Heather’s investment strategy primarily focuses on RV Parks, Mobile Home Parks and section 8 Multifamily properties. With nearly 11 years of experience as an investor and niche broker covering RV Parks and Mobile Home Parks, Heather has supported nearly $300M of transactions in the industry. In this episode, we talk to Heather about her incredible success story, how she got started in real estate on a whim, where she chooses to invest, how she evaluates her properties, and her secret to success. She is an e...2022-08-2325 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Future of Urban Agriculture with Tyler WhaleCarmen and Jordan meet with Tyler Whale, entrepreneur and subject-matter expert in the agricultural industry. Tyler holds a Ph.D. in Immunology, he is a business development lead at Saskatoon Colostrum Company, the Industry Liaison at the University of Guelph, and the President of Ontario Agri-food Technologies (OAFT). Tyler has worked closely with dozens of ag-innovation companies from all over Ontario and we were so excited to talk to him about the future of urban agriculture, and more specifically, vertical farming. Vertical farming is the practice of growing crops in environmentally controlled vertically stacked layers. Tyler talks...2022-08-2325 min30 Minutes to WealthThe World's Most Wished For Airbnb with Peter BahouthCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Peter Bahouth, owner of a magnificent vacation rental treehouse in Atlanta Georgia. In this episode, Carmen and Jordan talk to Peter about how he created the world’s most wished for property on Airbnb. Peter shares his success story, how he mindfully built the treehouses, how he sets himself apart from competition, and his secrets to creating the superior ratings on Airbnb. For more information visit Profunds.ca For more information on real estate investing & 30 Minutes to Wealth: Website: www.30minutestowealth.com Instagram: @30MinutestoWealth Facebook: www.faceb...2022-08-2324 min30 Minutes to WealthLegal Expertise for Successful Condo Development with Maria Durdan & Bilal MirzaCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Maria Durdan and Bilal Mirza, Partners at Simpson Wigle Law, to discuss condo development. In this episode, Maria and Bilal breakdown the process for those looking to either convert an existing multi-residential property into a condominium, or those looking to develop a condominium from the ground up. This is a very informative episode as Bilal and Maria share their knowledge and expertise on the legal “must knows” an investor should be aware of to excel in this type of investment strategy. For more information visit Profunds.ca For more info...2022-08-2325 min30 Minutes to WealthThe US Investors’ Financing Guide with Rudy Renelique from Aurum & SharpeCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Rudy Renelique, Managing Director of Aurum & Sharpe, a commercial mortgage brokerage based out of Brooklyn, New York. In this episode, Rudy talks to us about how he specializes in real estate investor financing across the United States. Financing is often a hurdle many Canadians face when looking to purchase in the US. Rudy shares what lenders look for, property types he can finance, and typical terms and structure. This is an extremely informative episode for investors looking to invest in the US market. Be sure to check out this...2022-08-2326 min30 Minutes to WealthExcelling at Agrotourism with Purple Hill Lavender FarmCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Emma and Jessica, owners and operators of Purple Hill Lavender Farm, located in the beautiful rolling hills of Creemore, Ontario. In this episode, Emma and Jessica talk to us about how they converted a 45 acre family property of over 30 years into a thriving family-run-lavender farm. We talk about the process of growing crops and creating a business in the ever-expanding agro-tourism industry, the investment required, the importance of marketing and branding, managing seasonality, profitability, and more! We had such a wonderful time chatting with this sister duo, both of which left...2022-08-2326 min30 Minutes to WealthStepping Out of Your Comfort ZoneCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with mother daughter duo, Terri and Jessica from Terri Hastings Real Estate Group. Terri has built a reputation for herself as an elite Realtor in the Bruce Peninsula, Ontario and is heavily involved in the community. Her daughter, Jessica is a real estate investor herself and also the VP of Marketing at the firm. Together these wonderful women joined us to talk about getting out of your comfort zone when it comes to jumping into real estate investing. In this episode, we discuss how first time home buyers and investors can begin...2022-08-2327 min30 Minutes to WealthCanada’s Economic Update, with Benjamin TalCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Deputy Chief Economist of CIBC World Markets, Benjamin Tal. This is the second time Benjamin has joined us on the show to talk about very valuable updates in the Canadian market. In this episode, Benjamin answers our burning questions about rising interest rates, inflation, oil prices, a potential recession on the horizon, and the best real estate asset classes investors should look towards in this climate. As always, Benjamin is full of great insight and you’ll want to watch this full episode in order to understand current and projected market im...2022-08-2323 min30 Minutes to WealthS5E4 - Restoring Heritage Mansions with Anne Marie CummingsCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Anne Marie Cummings to discuss her journey in real estate. After retiring from a 30-year career in technology sales at the age of 55, Anne Marie went on a journey to reinvent herself and determine how to live a meaningful life in retirement. While researching her book, Anne Marie discovered the concept of co-housing and the benefits this environment can provide to its residents. She started restoring heritage homes in her town for the purpose of creating co-housing environments from heritage mansions. In addition to creating these projects, among others, she is also restoring...2022-08-2222 min30 Minutes to WealthPassive Investing in a REIT with District REITCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Paige Fraites from District REIT and Laun Ha, Exempt Market Dealer at Fundscraper Capital Inc., to discuss real estate investment trusts (REITs). In this episode, we talk about what a REIT is, how the structure and returns work, private vs public REITS, qualification criteria, risk, and how to get started with only a minimum investment of $10,000. This is an information packed episode that showcases an investment strategy where investors can share in the ownership of large scale real estate assets without the hassles of day to day management. To...2022-08-2227 min30 Minutes to WealthS5E1- How to Recession Proof your Portfolio with REC CanadaCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Simeon Papailias and Jacob Campagnaro from REC Canada. Founded in 2000, REC Canada is a multiple award winning leader in real estate sales and consultation, spanning across all classes of real estate and investing. Simeon and Jacob are both seasoned realtors and investors and we welcome them back as a show sponsor to share knowledgeable insight when it comes to investing in the current market. In this episode, we discuss some of the key strategies used to recession-proof real estate investment portfolios using multi-residential income properties. We talk about some of the...2022-08-2224 min30 Minutes to WealthUSA Real Estate Hot Spots with Kristina SmallhornCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Kristina Smallhorn, a Youtube content creator and realtor in the USA, to discuss investing in the United States. Kristina shares valuable insight on current market trends as well as real estate hot spots among different states. With a specialty in affordable housing alternatives, Kristina also discusses some profitable income producing investment strategies in the tiny home and mobile home space. If you're interested in investing in the US real estate market, be sure to check out this episode! For more information on real estate investing & 30 Minutes to Wealth: Website...2022-08-2223 min30 Minutes to WealthGetting Smarter with America's Rich Dad, Robert KiyosakiIn our Season 4 Finale episode, Carmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Robert Kiyosaki, investor, entrepreneur, educator and author of the #1 best selling personal finance books of all time, Rich Dad Poor Dad. Kiyosaki has challenged and changed the way tens of millions of people around the world think about money and is arguably one of the most influential authors worldwide when it comes to investing and pursuing financial independence. Robert Kiyosaki has been a long time inspiration and mentor for Carmen. We were very excited to have him join us to talk about his perspective when it...2022-08-1923 min30 Minutes to WealthInvesting in Canadian AgricultureIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Agricultural Consultant, John Cameron, to discuss the very exciting topic of investing in farmland. John has an extensive background in the farming and agriculture sector, from growing up on and running a farm, to becoming a farm financing specialist and consultant. As an experienced professional in this sector, John discusses how demand for farming in Canada has increased significantly in the past years along with recent trends that can create opportunity for investors. We dig into the details about how to evaluate farmland, current incentives and financing programs...2022-08-1924 min30 Minutes to WealthAccounting Strategies for Real Estate SuccessIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with Jason Gibbons, Partner of RLB Professional Chartered Accounts, to discuss important tax strategies when it comes to real estate investing. As an experienced tax professional who caters to investors, Jason talks us through various structures of real estate ownership along with corresponding tax implications. He also shares some fantastic strategies that investors can utilize to accelerate their investment growth and offset taxation where applicable. This is an extremely informative episode that will guide you to evaluate your current investment structures in order to achieve optimal success in real estate.2022-08-1926 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Reality Behind Real EstateIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with husband and wife investor team, Kaely and Alex Pal. Together, Kaely and Alex own and operate Pal Property Solutions which specializes in solving complex real estate matters for home buyers, sellers, and investors. Their core business activities consist of buying and redeveloping single or multi-family properties throughout Southern Ontario with a goal of rejuvenating neighbourhoods, providing safe, reliable housing, and encouraging homeownership. Kaely and Alex talk us through how they got started in real estate investing and when they decided to transition their business into a full time...2022-08-1923 min30 Minutes to WealthInternational Real Estate InvestingIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with real estate investor, Glen Sutherland. Glen is a Canadian who invests and manages a large portfolio of properties completely from abroad. He started his investing journey by purchasing ‘buy and hold’ rental real estate in local Canadian markets. After a lot of research, he learned of considerable benefits to investing in the United States such as more favourable laws, lower property taxes and a lower cost of entry south of the border. Be sure to watch this episode to learn about Glen's strategies when it comes to how he p...2022-08-1924 min30 Minutes to WealthInvesting in Cottage Country with Cottage Life MagazineIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with Editor of Cottage Life Magazine, Michelle Kelly to talk about recreational real estate investing and recent trends impacting home owners and investors in cottage country markets. Michelle talks us through how recent shifts have accelerated certain market trends such as millennials and first time home buyers electing to purchase in secondary markets and rural areas where affordability is improved. We also dig into some success strategies when it comes to investing in and operating vacation rentals in cottage markets, along with unique tactics to consider when it comes...2022-08-1924 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Power of a Trusted TeamIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan Campagnaro welcome guest, Ashley Wilson co-founder of Bar Down Investments. Ashley joins us virtually from Pennsylvania and shares her inspiring story of how she and her husband left professional careers to become full time real estate investors. Previously Ashley was in clinical research and development in the pharmaceutical industry and her husband Kyle Wilson, a former NHL hockey player. Together, they have built great success which Ashley attributes in part, to having a trusted team of professionals and property managers behind the realm. With a focus on investing in and improving...2022-08-1923 min30 Minutes to WealthBehind the Scenes of Real Estate Development: A Legal PerspectiveIn this episode, Carmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with special guests, Maria Durdan and Bilal Mirza of Simpson Wigle Law. As experienced real estate lawyers, Maria and Bilal share with us the “must knows” when it comes to development. Development can be a complex but very rewarding investing strategy. Ensuring you have the proper team in place to look out for your best interests is critical to your success. Maria and Bilal walk us through the step by step process when it comes to finding and evaluating the development potential of a new property, all the way to c...2022-08-1824 min
30 Minutes to WealthInvesting in Pre-Construction Real Estate with Kim Kopyl of Elite DevelopmentsIn this week’s episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with Kim Kopyl, VP of Sales and Marketing at Elite Developments to discuss investing in pre-construction. Elite Developments has built its foundation with 50 years of combined building experience., and they have attained a reputation for delivering premier residential and commercial properties throughout Ontario. Elite acquires locations for communities which improves the quality of life, focusing on providing homes with thoughtful amenities, spacious layouts, health & wellness, and leading innovative features throughout.
Today, Kim talks about some of the current real estate trends we are seeing in today’s market, along with...2021-07-0222 min30 Minutes to WealthBuild Better Relationships for Real Estate Success with Greg WitzThis week, Greg Witz from Witz Education joins Carmen and Jordan to discuss the importance of communication and relationships when it comes to success in business.Greg is an entrepreneur, leader, podcaster, coach, mentor, father and CEO of Witz Education Inc., a training company committed to the ongoing development and training of today’s leaders. Greg’s sole mission in life is to challenge all of us to be better.
In this episode, Greg teaches us some valuable strategies and tools when it comes to improving working relationships with others, managing a team, dealing with toxic relationships, alon...2021-06-2524 min30 Minutes to WealthLarge Scale Growth in Undervalued Markets with Robby ClarkIn today’s episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with real estate investor Robby Clark. From starting out as a childhood actor to going bankrupt at a young age, Robby shares an inspiring story about perseverance and motivation. He has built an impressive real estate business (among others), that has closed on 60 properties in a one year time span, and that has completed more than 150 projects within 5 years.
Robby talks about his unique approach to real estate investing which involves targeting cities and neighbourhoods in Ontario that are undervalued. He and his team will go into these cities an...2021-06-1822 min30 Minutes to WealthFinancial Planning for Success with Shannon Lee SimmonsThis week, Carmen and Jordan meet with Shannon Lee Simmons, Certified Financial Planner, Chartered Investment Manager, and founder of The New School of Finance. Shannon is widely recognized as a trailblazer in the Canadian financial planning industry and has published two bestselling books, Worry-Free Money and Living Debt-Free.
In this episode, Shannon shares her fun and fresh perspective when it comes to budgeting for your first home or investment property. She also talks listeners through some of the top debt mistakes Canadians are making and how to overcome these obstacles, along with how to fast-track for retirement usin...2021-06-1126 min30 Minutes to WealthDesign to Profit - A Turnkey Approach to Development with Alex Mascott and Aaron LattimerIn today’s episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with Alex Mascott and Aaron Lattimer from Linwood Homes to discuss a turnkey approach when it comes to development. Linwood Homes is a custom home builder specializing in cottages and recreational properties, and they offer prefabricated materials, over 400 designs to choose from, and will help you develop, customize and build your dream home, hassle free!
Learn how working with Linwood may be a favorable option for investors to consider as a more efficient, time saving, and cost effective strategy. They also dig into the exciting Bluffs Bay project on th...2021-06-0424 min30 Minutes to WealthDevelopment in Mobility Hubs with Carina GuzmanThis week, Carmen and Jordan welcome investor, Carina Guzman, to the podcast to discuss her niche investment strategy when it comes to land development. Carina focuses on investing near Light Rail Transit (LRT) routes and in areas with significant levels of planned transit service (known as Mobility Hubs). Listen to the full episode to learn the many benefits of investing near mobility hubs, along with the process on how to begin your journey into land development.
Episode Highlights:
· Carina’s background and her entry into real estate
· Her obsession with zoning and urban planning
· Carina’s strategy
· Her profit ma...2021-05-2822 min30 Minutes to WealthCanada’s Economic Outlook with Benjamin TalIn this extremely important episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with the Deputy Chief Economist of CIBC World Markets, Benjamin Tal. Well known for his groundbreaking published research on topics such as labour market dynamics, real estate, credit markets, international trade, and business economic conditions, today Benjamin shares with listeners the current economic outlook of Canada in these highly unprecedented times. He also shares his valued take on the real estate market in 2021 and beyond, and sheds light on where some real estate investment opportunities may present themselves in the current climate. Benjamin Tal is truly an expert in his...2021-05-2123 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Highest & Best Use in Real Estate with Ryan CarrFor the first episode of Season 4, Carmen and Jordan welcome guest, Ryan Carr, to the show to discuss how to determine the highest and best use of a property. This strategy helps investors determine the most reasonably probable and legal use of a property which results in the highest value of that property. Ryan shares some of the key factors he uses to evaluate highest and best use that considers the land itself, the structure of the real estate asset, and unique investor skill sets. Listen in today and learn how to maximize your return on your investment!
2021-05-1422 min30 Minutes to WealthCreating Your Market with Andrew HinesFor the Season 3 Finale, Carmen and Jordan welcome guest host Andrew Hines, real estate investor, builder, and podcast host, to turn the tables and interview them about their recent restoration of a heritage building. Their conversation details how real estate investors can generate demand for their investment properties by creating a unique and desirable product that stands out from the competition. Carmen and Jordan also talk about the importance of marketing and branding rental properties, and how this translates into increased rental income and higher property valuations, all while exploring the case study of their magnificent “Oscar on Bold”. You...2021-05-0722 min30 Minutes to WealthA Lifetime in Real Estate with GT SinghCarmen and Jordan are so excited to be joined by the legendary GT Singh and learn about her 40+ years of experience investing in real estate. In this episode, GT shares her wisdom and knowledge from active investing, purchasing and holding rental properties, to passive investing in mortgage investments. She also explains how she has utilized the earnings from her investments to create her own charitable foundation which provides scholarships for young women to attend college in India. GT is a true inspiration to our hosts, and will undoubtedly be for you as well as you listen in today!
2021-04-3024 min30 Minutes to WealthGraduating to Commercial Real Estate with Simeon Papailias and Jacob CampagnaroCarmen and Jordan welcome guests, Simeon Papailias and Jacob Campagnaro, realtors at REC Canada (The Real Estate Centre), to the podcast today. Simeon and Jacob discuss how investors can graduate from owning residential properties to commercial, the many benefits of this asset class, and how to get approved on a commercial mortgage. Jacob also generously offers a free gift for listeners. These two are truly experts in this field, so be ready to take notes on the valuable information and advice that they have to share here today.
Episode Highlights:
· The status of the market in the GTA...2021-04-2324 min30 Minutes to WealthBeating the Market with Sahil JaggiSahil Jaggi joins Carmen and Jordan on the podcast today to discuss his precise strategy when it comes to buying an investment property, in which he targets properties in the Greater Toronto Area that are poised for accelerated growth. Along the way, he shares his story of getting into real estate investment, his perspective on joint ventures and finding deals, and his plans for the future. Be sure to listen to the full episode to hear a case study of one of his properties and learn his trade secrets when it comes to selecting a region in which to...2021-04-1624 min30 Minutes to WealthPre-Construction Legal Advice with Maria Durdan and Bilal MirzaCarmen and Jordan welcome their special guests, Maria Durdan and Bilal Mirza from Simpson Wigle Law, to discuss what every investor should know prior to purchasing a pre-construction condo. Both real estate lawyers, Maria and Bilal share what clauses to look out for and how to set yourself up properly so that you can ensure your best interests are covered. Brimming with knowledge and advice, Maria and Bilal offer an insightful glimpse into both the complexities and the vast potential benefits of these investments here today.
Episode Highlights:
· How Maria and Bilal got into their cu...2021-04-0923 min30 Minutes to WealthThe DIY Investor with Investor Girl BrittBrittany Arnason, aka Investor Girl Britt, joins Carmen and Jordan on the podcast this week to discuss her unique, DIY approach to renos and rehabs. Brittany does all of the manual labour and design on her properties herself, giving her a competitive edge in keeping costs low in order to maximize profitability. From Brittany’s early start in real estate to the strategies she employs in achieving her remarkable level of success, this episode shows the formidable power of determination from this one-woman show!
Episode Highlights:
· Brittany’s start in real estate
· The story of her first property
...2021-04-0223 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Future of Canadian Real Estate with Carl GomezCarl Gomez is Carmen and Jordan’s very special guest this week. With over twenty years of business experience, Carl is a well-known Canadian economist and respected investment professional specializing in real estate. He discusses what housing affordability looks like across Canada, demographic trends, where investment opportunities may present themselves, and what the future of Canadian real estate looks like. Filled with experience, knowledge, and wisdom, Carl has so much to share with all of us here today.
Episode Highlights:
· Carl’s start in the industry
· His thoughts on the Canadian real estate market and low interest rates
· The rental mark...2021-03-2624 min30 Minutes to WealthInterior Design Makeover with Regina SturrockToday’s episode is a very special one where Carmen and Jordan welcome international interior designer, Regina Sturrock of Regina Sturrock Design, back to the show for a home makeover episode. This time around, four lucky individuals have won the opportunity to receive a design consultation on how to improve a space in their home through a designer’s eye! The incredible transformations of a bathroom, kitchen, master bedroom and living space are all described in detail, as are Regina’s thoughts on the value of home design as an investment.
Episode Highlights:
· Regina’s background
· The room transformation consultation...2021-03-1924 min30 Minutes to WealthInvesting in Self-Storage with Jamie WalkerIn this week’s episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with Jaimie Walker, Independent Self-Storage Consultant, to discuss the investing opportunity for self-storage facilities. Jaimie talks about how the industry has evolved in the past decade, why this makes for a fantastic investment, and she also provides key industry insight on how to purchase, convert, and build a storage facility of your own. Self-storage has increased considerably in popularity and innovation over the past decade or so, and Jamie is here today to tell us all how to get in on this highly lucrative investment.
Episode Highlights:
· Jamie’s start in the s...2021-03-1224 min30 Minutes to WealthOwn Real Estate with Scott McGillivrayCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro welcome their new partner in District REIT, Scott McGillivray, to the podcast today to discuss how average individuals can make money by investing in these real estate investment trusts (REITs). Focusing on their District REIT, a private, diversified REIT that invests in income producing real estate in South Western Ontario, Scott and our hosts reveal how such investors share in the collective ownership of a portfolio of real estate assets, generating cash flow and capital appreciation along the way. They also explore exactly what a REIT is, what the benefits and associated risks are, as...2021-03-0524 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Investor Mindset with Rav ToorThis week, Carmen and Jordan sit down with their good friend, Rav Toor, to discuss the mindset required in being an entrepreneur and real estate investor. They look at when and when not to invest, when to use contracts, their approach to investing, and buying properties with a vision. They also introduce a new website they have launched, the importance of their brain health strategies, their overall mission, as well as ‘District REIT’ which they have started. The friendship and mutual respect between Rav and our hosts is palpable throughout this very special and thoroughly informative episode today, making it o...2021-02-2622 min30 Minutes to WealthPassive Real Estate Investments with Craig HarrisonCarmen and Jordan welcome their guest, Craig Harrison, to the show this week to talk about passive real estate investments. Craig utilized equity from the sale of his home to invest in mortgage investments, land development, and REITs (real estate investment trusts), enabling him to earn passive cash flow without active management. If you ever dreamed of retiring early and enjoying life while your money works for you, this is the show for you!
Episode Highlights:
Craig’s background
Getting involved in passive investments
The security in real estate investing
How mortgage investing works and Craig’s involvement in it
...2021-02-1924 min30 Minutes to WealthSustainable Development with Subhi AlsayedCarmen and Jordan meet with guest, Startup Advisor and Venture Acceleration Expert, Subhi Alsayed, to discuss the importance of sustainability in development. Subhi shares his vast amount of knowledge about using renewable energy resources in new construction, the newest technology being utilized in real estate called “Prop-Tech”, and how this can benefit developers, tenants and our planet. A true visionary, Subhi is gifted with an eye for future trends and a passion for sustainability that shine through brilliantly in today’s fascinating episode.
Episode Highlights:
Subhi’s professional history
Prop-Tech
Government subsidization
Geo-thermal energy and its cost effectiveness
A geo-the...2021-02-1223 min30 Minutes to WealthMaximize Returns with Short Term Rentals with Sami KahnCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro meet with real estate investor Sami Kahn to discuss how investors can maximize their income by investing in short term rentals. Sami shares the types of properties he looks for, what it means to be an Airbnb Superhost, his setup process, and a case study of one of his properties. He also offers some of his trade secrets and insights into his business as well as his advice for those thinking about following in his footsteps. As Carmen notes, Sami Kahn is destined for even greater success in this business, and in today’s episode, yo...2021-02-0521 min30 Minutes to WealthTax Advantages in Real Estate with George DubeCarmen and Jordan Campagnaro welcome tax expert and Partner at BDO Canada, George Dube, to the show this week to discuss common Canadian real estate tax questions. George covers the benefits of different real estate ownership structures, how to approach renovations from a tax perspective, along with best tax structures for passive investments. He has been around for decades servicing real estate investors specifically and is an investor himself, so he has a unique understanding of all sides of the business, and he shares so much of it here today.
Episode Highlights:
How George got started in the re...2021-01-2923 min30 Minutes to WealthFlorida Vacation Rentals with Alex KingThis week, Carmen and Jordan meet with Florida realtor, Alex King, to discuss why Canadians have been purchasing real estate in Florida, as well as how vacation rentals in Southwest Florida can make for an incredible investment vehicle. Our hosts have nothing but respect for this ‘King of real estate’, and today’s episode will make it crystal clear why!
Episode Highlights:
Alex’s background
The market in Fort Myers Beach and the Canadians interested it
What’s happening there
The types of properties Canadians are buying in Fort Myers Beach
What Fort Myers Beach is like
The story behind...2021-01-2223 min30 Minutes to WealthInvesting in Tiny Homes with Jennifer McCarthyThis week Jennifer McCarthy from Teacup Tiny Homes, joins Carmen and Jordan to discuss investing in tiny homes, and how this can make for a very lucrative investment opportunity! This interesting industry has been growing in popularity in recent years, and today you’ll learn all you need to know from what they are to where they can be used to how to make money investing in them. Jennifer knows this business inside and out, and she shares it all with you here today.
Episode Highlights:
How Jennifer started Teacup Tiny Homes
What are tiny homes?
The demographic for...2021-01-1522 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Power of Leveraging Real Estate with Scott McGillivrayThis week, special guest host Scott McGillivray interviews Carmen and Jordan about ‘The Power of Leveraging Real Estate’. This episode goes through how you can acquire real estate, and manage fund renovation costs, closing costs and interest expenses, through private financing. In addition to all this, you’ll also receive some valuable advice from Jordan about getting started in these types of deals, rendering this a truly fascinating and inspiring episode.
Episode Highlights:
Breaking down Jordan and Carmen’s ‘home run’ deal
Working with family on this joint venture
Instant equity
Getting creative with private money, leveraging property and interest e...2021-01-0822 min30 Minutes to WealthInvesting in Commercial Real Estate with Simeon Papailias and Jacob CampagnaroOn today’s episode, Carmen and Jordan welcome experienced realtors, Simeon Papailias and Jacob Campagnaro from the Real Estate Centre, to talk about the current trends in the Ontario real estate market, along with the benefits of investing in commercial real estate. They also review the importance of doing research when looking into investing, discuss how to screen a potential tenant, and offer a free gift to all listeners. Filled with knowledge and advice - not to mention the free gift - this is an episode you don’t want to miss!
Episode Highlights:
Simeon and Jacob’s backgrou...2021-01-0121 min30 Minutes to WealthAdding Value to Your Backyard with Paul LafranceHGTV television personality, Paul Lafrance, joins Carmen and Jordan to talk about adding value to your backyard. In this episode, Paul dives into the significance of having a backyard retreat, and what you can do to create a special outdoor space that will stand out whether it’s for an investment property or your home. Paul is an expert with a unique approach who has so many great ideas and he shares so many of them with listeners here today.
Episode Highlights:
How Paul got started with HGTV
His new show, ‘Backyard Revolution’
Why he loves working with backyard...2020-12-2521 min30 Minutes to WealthInvesting in Pre-Construction Condos with John MehlenbacherJohn Mehlenbacher, Founder and COO of The Condo Store Canada, joins Carmen and Jordan to talk about investing in pre-construction condominiums. This episode covers everything from how the process works to the risks and returns involved, as well as some interesting projects that John is looking into for the future. As Carmen notes, John possesses an absolute wealth of knowledge on today’s topic, and he shares so much of it here today along with the valuable advice which he has gained during his many years in the business.
Episode Highlights:
How John got started in real estate
The...2020-12-1822 min30 Minutes to WealthInfill Land Development with Charles WahReal estate investor and land developer, Charles Wah, joins Carmen and Jordan to discuss investing in infill land development, a strategy which is all about the process of developing vacant or under-used parcels within existing urban areas that are already largely developed. In addition to learning about Charles’ start in real estate investment, you will find out about the criteria he uses when looking for land, the due diligence in which he engages, the difference between bank financing and private money, and, of course, the many benefits of this investing strategy along with how lucrative the returns can be! Th...2020-12-1122 min30 Minutes to WealthAlternative Financial Planning for Retirement with Jim SteeleIn today’s episode, Carmen and Jordan are joined by retired Financial Planner, Jim Steele, who talks about his life experience investing in public investment products compared to his newly found avenue of real estate investing. Throughout their discussion, Jim and our hosts explore the definition of mortgage lending, Jim’s due diligence process, a case study of one of his investments, and both Jim’s ‘why’ for investing in real estate, and his advice for others who may be thinking of getting started in it as well. An experienced, thoughtful, and conservative investor, Jim has a uniquely insightful perspectiv...2020-12-0422 min30 Minutes to WealthInvesting in a REIT with Jamie SprengOn this week’s episode, Carmen and Jordan meet with Jamie Spreng, CEO of Quantus Investment Corp., who provides a comprehensive overview of investing in a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT). As you will discover, a REIT is a passive real estate investment vehicle that allows participants to share in the ownership of large commercial and residential real estate without having to worry about management, and Jamie shares absolutely everything you need to know about them here today.
Episode Highlights:
Jamie’s background and his current role
The type of products Quantus deals with
What a REIT, a DRIP...2020-11-2721 min30 Minutes to WealthThe 16 Year Old Investor with Tyson GeorgeThis week’s guest, Tyson George, joins Carmen and Jordan to talk about how he bought his first investment property at the age of 15 years old. As you listen in, you’ll hear some inspiring stories of how Tyson generated income from the age of 11 years old, through auctions and flipping furniture, to put a down payment on 2 properties, as well as strategies on how he leveraged equity in his 1st property to buy his 3rd. You’ll also discover how he was able to get a mortgage at his age, some details of his time management practices, and his go...2020-11-2021 min30 Minutes to WealthTop Legal FAQ's about Mortgage Investing with Hussein Hamdani and Paul Demarco
Lawyers Hussein Hamdani and Paul Demarco, of Simpson Wigle Law, join Carmen and Jordan to talk about all of the most frequently asked questions investors have when it comes to private and syndicate mortgage investing. Their knowledge in the industry brings clarity to many common misconceptions, and, in this episode, they also describe their roles at Simpson Wigle, define a number of pertinent investment terms, and explain the closing process, the payout, as well as the risks involved and how they can be mitigated. The sheer amount of knowledge that they possess in what can be perceived...2020-11-1321 min30 Minutes to WealthHouse Hacking with Grant McDonaldCarmen and Jordan interview guest Grant McDonald to discuss the concept of ‘House Hacking’, leveraging other people’s equity, utilizing private funding, engaging in joint ventures, and having an investor’s mindset. Listen in today, and learn how you can buy a multi-unit property and live for free while your tenants cover your mortgage payments and help you build equity in your real estate!
Episode Highlights:
Grant’s background and how he got started in real estate
His first couple properties
House hacking
A case study of one of his properties and its ROI
Leveraging other people’s e...2020-11-0621 min30 Minutes to WealthProfit from Interior Design with Jaclyn HarperCarmen and Jordan welcome Jaclyn Harper of Harper Designs to the show to discuss decor tactics that can increase your ROI on your home or investment property! Jaclyn shares her background in TV and interior design, as well as improvements to both the exterior and interior of your house that you should consider when looking to increase value. Along the way, she stresses the need to do your research, especially about your market, before making any renovations. In addition to all her valuable information during the episode, Jaclyn is also offering a free gift to listeners which you will...2020-10-3021 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Myths of Investing with Vipool DesaiGuest Vipool Desai, President of ARA Compliance Support, joins Carmen and Jordan on the show today to discuss some of the myths about mortgage investing, as well as some of the new regulatory changes in the industry and what that means for you as an investor. Vipool also explains the role of the Securities Commission, the importance and benefits of registered companies, and the suitability obligation, which is garnering so much attention. Drawing upon his vast amount of experience and knowledge, he also offers his sage advice for those thinking of investing in real estate. This is a vitally...2020-10-2319 min30 Minutes to WealthPassive Real Estate Investing with EllieThis week, Carmen and Jordan welcome Ellie, one of their Pro Funds clients, to the podcast to discuss different avenues of real estate investing by looking at active buying vs. passive mortgage investing. They also explore how Ellie utilized her RRSPs to invest in products earning an average of 14% a year on her money, and provide useful definitions of some key real estate investment terms along the way. As Ellie notes, she has come to ‘love the passive investing’, and today’s episode will show you precisely how you can learn to love it as well.
Episode Highli...2020-10-1620 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Serial Flipper with Shawn AllenShawn Allen joins Carmen and Jordan on today’s show to talk about flipping properties on a large scale. Shawn shares the story about how he got involved in this business, as well as details about his strategies, the criteria he uses, the biggest challenge he finds, and the profits and losses he has experienced. Together, he and our hosts run through a case study of one of his properties, and Shawn concludes the episode with some advice for those looking to follow his example. Given the vast amount of success he has enjoyed in his business, you will wa...2020-10-0920 min30 Minutes to WealthProfit From Renovations with Andrew HinesCarmen and Jordan welcome guest Andrew Hines, who is a real estate investor with a knack for renovations and new construction. The episode covers how to make a profit from renovations, including how to find the perfect flip, areas of concern, how to find and manage trades and contractors, along with areas of the home to focus on to maximize your return. As he shares his trade secrets today, you will quickly discover exactly why Andrew is considered by our hosts to be such an inspiring individual, providing the perfect example of how to achieve wealth through real estate.2020-10-0220 min30 Minutes to WealthWhy We Invest with Carmen and JordanFor the series premiere of Season 2, Carmen and Jordan bring on television personality Rav Toor to guest host the episode! This episode digs into Carmen and Jordan’s background, why they invest in real estate, and why they created 30 Minutes to Wealth. They also discuss their current joint investment, the story of Pro Funds, private lending, District REIT, how listeners can get involved with them, and what’s next for them both. Today’s episode gives you a unique glimpse into the lives of these two successful investors and the level of experience and expertise that they bring to their...2020-09-2500 min30 Minutes to WealthDan Warren on Quitting Your Job With Income PropertyCarmen and Jordan speak with Dan Warren about how he could quit his job through his investment in income property on today’s episode. Dan shares details about how he started saving his money at such a young age and how those savings allowed him to purchase his first property. He goes on to describe how he acquired his many other properties, especially his student rental properties, and review his strategies for purchasing them and how these were financed. Carmen explains how Pro Funds can help with financing such purchases, Jordan shares some valuable advice for those looking to fo...2020-09-1800 min30 Minutes to WealthIndependent Legal Advice with Hussein Hamdani and Paul DemarcoIndependent Legal Advice
Show Notes:
Carmen and Jordan speak with Hussein Hamdani and Paul Demarco from Simpson Wigle Law, about the legal aspects of real estate transactions. Hussein and Paul specialize in corporate, commercial, and real estate law, and in today’s episode they share a little of their background, define private and syndicated mortgages, and describe the independent legal advice they provide and why it can result in delays. They also discuss the benefits of investing in a mortgage, the process that is followed, and the options available should a borrower fail to pay. As...2020-09-1100 min30 Minutes to WealthInvestment Strategies with Scott McGillivrayOn today’s episode, Carmen and Jordan speak with Scott McGillivray, Canadian investor and TV personality, about how he achieved success in real estate. Scott truly is ‘Canada’s go to for all things real estate’ and today he discusses his career in real estate right from its beginning, his concerns about financial education in Canada and the impact of government regulation on real estate. He also shares information about his show ‘Buyers Bootcamp’ including how they select the locations for it, and offers his perspective on joint venture structures and the top things to evaluate when getting into a new market...2020-09-0400 min30 Minutes to WealthInterior Design Secrets to Increase the Value of Your Home with Regina SturrockThis week, Carmen and Jordan speak with designer Regina Sturrock from Regina Sturrock Design about how to increase the value of your property with interior design. They begin by discussing the factors that sparked Regina’s interest in the design world, some information about her company, and the value of building on a classic grounding and space planning. Regina reviews the two most important rooms in a house, and reveals some trade secrets for minimizing costs, and her recommendations regarding de-cluttering and curb appeal. To finish up, Regina shares her vision for the condominium project which she completed in co...2020-08-2800 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Young Investor with Jordan GiurlandaThis week, Carmen and Jordan speak with investor Jordan about the advantages of starting to invest at a young age, how his investments are doing, and his future real estate goals. They also explain what a private mortgage investment is as well as loan-to-value and syndicated mortgages. Both our hosts and our guest have some sage advice to offer about the value of starting to invest in real estate early on in life, and you will undoubtedly benefit from their extensive amount of knowledge and expertise by listening in today.
Episode Highlights:
What triggered Jordan’s mo...2020-08-2100 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Seasoned Developer with Sheldon D. RosenThis week, Carmen and Jordan welcome Sheldon D. Rosen from the SDR Group to the podcast. Sheldon is an architect who has been involved in both international and domestic development for the past 40 years, and today he discusses both his history in real estate development as well as an exciting new project in which he has joined forces with Valour and Pro Funds to convert a century old factory to waterfront condos.
Episode Highlights:
How Sheldon got started in the development business
The difference between development in the 1960’s and today
Some of the developments with wh...2020-08-1400 min30 Minutes to WealthVacation Rentals with Jason ClementsCarmen and Jordan speak with bed and breakfast owner, Jason Clements, about his experiences of owning vacation properties, and the many advantages to investing in vacation rentals. During the discussion, Jason shares his motivation for getting involved in real estate and the vacation properties he and his wife run. He also describes the role of Airbnb and Vrbo in the process, the benefits of investing in vacation rentals, and then Carmen and Jordan share details of their experiences with short term rentals. They finish up by looking at the remarkable returns that Jason sees with his rentals, as well...2020-08-0700 min30 Minutes to WealthHarry Stinson’s Lofty DreamsRenowned Toronto developer, Harry Stinson, joins Carmen and Jordan today to discuss how he has made a career out of turning unwanted properties into huge successes. During the discussion, Harry also relates his journey in real estate from the 1970’s to today, including stories of his major projects in Toronto, Hamilton, and Buffalo, and his secrets to finding such great projects. He also offers his thoughts on the real estate markets in both Toronto and Hamilton, explains how investing in his projects works, and shares his plans for the future. A true visionary with an adventurous spirit, Harry Stinson wi...2020-07-3100 min30 Minutes to WealthThe Power of Private Money with Wendy ForrestCarmen and Jordan welcome Wendy Forrest, a Broker with Real Estate Homeward and a long time client of Pro Funds, about how she used private money for both investing and borrowing. Wendy begins by sharing her professional history, and then Jordan explains just what exactly mortgage investing is. How this strategy works, its many benefits, how it has changed Wendy’s life and her experiences working through Pro Funds are also discussed. Listen in today to hear how this passive and lucrative opportunity could change your life as well.
Episode Highlights:
Wendy’s professional history
What...2020-07-2400 min30 Minutes to WealthGetting to Ten Properties with Andrew HinesIn today’s episode, Carmen and Jordan speak with Andrew Hines from AMH Fine Homes about how to acquire and hold ten properties and beyond. Andrew is a builder and very successful real estate investor who has a lot to teach everyone regarding the trade secrets involved in acquiring and holding multiple investment properties. He is an absolute wealth of information and today he shares his extremely lucrative real estate strategies with our hosts and you, the listener.
Episode Highlights:
The factors that led to Andrew’s passion for building and real estate investment
The bene...2020-07-1700 min30 Minutes to WealthBroker Vs. A Bank with Ginny Sahni and Jiten SharmaIn today’s episode, Carmen and Jordan speak with husband and wife power team Ginny Sahni and Jiten Sharma, Senior Mortgage Underwriters for Pro Funds Mortgages, about reasons to work with a broker as opposed to a bank. In addition to sharing their professional history, Ginny and Jiten explain the current mortgage rules for residential properties and the impact they have, as well as what alternative lenders and the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions are. They also explore private mortgages and the many benefits of dealing with a broker. You are invited today to take this unique op...2020-07-1000 min30 Minutes to WealthInvesting in a REIT with Robert ChaggaresInvesting in a REIT
Show Notes:
Robert Chaggares, Founder of Liahona Capital Inc., and Erik Kroman, VP Finance with Valour Capital, join Carmen and Jordan today to talk about what a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) is, how it works, and why it can be a great investment. Along the way they define some relevant investment terms, discuss the difference between public and private REITs, explore the background of District REIT, and highlight the costs, returns, benefits and level of risk associated with these investments. They even provide details on exactly how you can get...2020-07-0300 min30 Minutes to Wealth06 The Conservative Approach to Mortgage LendingIn today’s episode, Carmen and Jordan welcome two of their long time Pro Funds clients, Maria and Frank Bruno, to discuss investing in mortgages with a conservative approach. Our guests begin by sharing how they became involved with Pro Funds and the importance of establishing trust and a solid relationship with them. With our hosts, they also run through the details of one of their first investments, explain why people would use this strategy to borrow money, and explore how it has benefited them. Along the way, Jordan and Carmen also explain some of the pertinent investment terms th...2020-06-2600 min30 Minutes to Wealth05 How to Create Value in Real Estate with Andrew HinesBuilder, developer, and investor Andrew Hines, from AMH Fine Homes, joins Carmen and Jordan for today’s episode which is all about creating value in real estate. Together, they discuss both Andrew and Carmen’s journey through the world of real estate, examine a case study of one of Carmen’s favourite investments, and review the 5 main points that investors should be aware of when creating or finding value in real estate. Carmen also provides her definition of exactly what constitutes a ‘clean offer’, and Jordan describes how listeners can get started with using private money for investments. There is a great...2020-06-1900 min30 Minutes to Wealth04 The Legal Structure of Mortgage Lending with John TamindzicToday, Carmen and Jordan are very excited to welcome John Tamindzic to the podcast to discuss the legal aspects of mortgage lending. In this episode, John explains what mortgage investing is and how it works, answers the Five Most Frequently Asked Questions on Mortgage Security, and also shares his background and experience in this lucrative field.
Episode Highlights:
What is mortgage investing?
How is a mortgage investment secured?
The difference between and individual mortgage and a syndicated mortgage
John’s background in this area of investing
How does this whole process work, including the payout?
Wh...2020-06-1200 min30 Minutes to Wealth03 Due Diligence in Development with Darren Neziol and Gopi PallaiIn today’s episode, Darren Neziol and Gopi Pallai, Senior Analysts from Valour Capital Management Inc., join Carmen and Jordan to discuss the 5 essential factors you need to be aware of before getting started in a development or construction mortgage. These seasoned professionals also explain what due diligence is, the difference between the construction and developments aspects in these investments, and the role that Valour Capital Management plays in them.
Episode Highlights:
Darren and Gopi’s credentials
Defining due diligence
The 5 essential factors
The difference between the construction and development aspects of these investments
Valour Capi...2020-06-0500 min30 Minutes to Wealth02 Be the Bank with Ian WalterhouseIn today’s episode, Carmen and Jordan are joined by Ian Walterhouse, a Century 21 Leading Edge Sales Representative, who shares with listeners his strategy of making money by ‘being the bank’ and lending money as an investment in real estate.
Ian begins by reviewing his start in investing in mortgages and working with Pro Funds, and explains just how this strategy works with his many investments to date. He also reflects upon the numerous benefits this strategy has brought to him, most importantly, increased time with his wonderful family.
Episode Highlights:
How Ian got st...2020-05-2900 min30 Minutes to Wealth01 Welcome to ‘30 Minutes to Wealth’ featuring Rav ToorWelcome to the premiere of the ‘30 Minutes to Wealth’ podcast – the show that teaches you how to build wealth through real estate. In this introductory episode, Carmen and Jordan are joined by their good friend, Rav Toor of ‘Everyday Investor’ fame, to offer their vision and mission behind hosting the show, briefly explore the world of REITs, and share with listeners just why they love their work so much. They also explain the difference between active and passive investing and provide a glimpse into future episodes of the show which will introduce key strategies in both of these approaches.
As y...2020-05-1800 min30 Minutes to WealthTrailer30 Minutes To Wealth is a Canada-wide talk show that educates viewers on how to acquire wealth through a variety of real estate-based strategies. Hosted by a powerful mother-daughter duo, Carmen and Jordan Campagnaro discuss all things real estate and offer a wealth of knowledge. Both working at Pro Funds Mortgages, a successful mortgage finance and real estate investment firm, they dedicate their professional careers to assisting their clients achieve success. Their desire to educate and empower people to pursue their real estate dreams is the ultimate inspiration behind 30 Minutes To Wealth.2020-05-0200 min