Real Estate Investing Morning Show ( REI Investment in Canada )

Wayne & Gabby Hillier | Canadian Real Estate Investing Coaches / Mentors
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"Real Estate Investing Morning Show" with Canadian investor power couple, Wayne and Gabby Hillier. We talk everything real estate. Joint Ventures, Landlording, Buying/Selling, Financing, Flipping, BRRRR, Multi-Family, Secondary Suites, Condominiums, Agreement For Sales, Rent to Own, Wholesaling. Not to mention, sharing routines and strategies that we've implemented into our lives that have helped us 10X our performance, our drive and our efficiency.

  1. 11 hrs ago

    The Best Landlords Get the Best Tenants

    Being a great landlord is not just about being nice. It can directly affect your vacancy, tenant turnover, repair costs, rental income, and ultimately the profitability of your real estate portfolio. In today's episode of the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, Wayne and Gabby break down what it actually means to be a great landlord and why landlord quality has a much bigger impact on returns than many investors realize. The core idea is simple: If tenants feel respected, appreciated, and taken care of, they are more likely to stay longer, communicate better, treat the property properly, and renew their lease. That means fewer turnovers, less vacancy, lower costs, and better long-term returns. 🧠 What You'll Learn Why being a better landlord can increase profitability Why tenant relationships matter more than most investors realize What tenants may be saying about you when you are not around Why strong landlord-tenant relationships can improve retention How fast repairs affect tenant satisfaction Why communication matters just as much as the repair itself How thoughtful responses build trust Why going above and beyond can strengthen tenant relationships How small gifts can create a surprisingly large impact When compensating a tenant for inconvenience can make sense Why reasonable renewal offers matter How aggressive rent increases can hurt long-term retention Why landlords need to balance profitability with tenant loyalty How scaling a portfolio can cause service quality to break down Why systems need to be built before the portfolio gets large How poor communication and delayed repairs can quietly increase expenses Why maintaining quality while scaling is critical Being a Great Landlord Is Good Business A poor landlord can create unnecessary costs. Tenants who feel ignored or underappreciated may leave as soon as they have another option. That creates turnover. Turnover creates vacancy. Vacancy means lost rent, cleaning costs, repairs, advertising, showings, screening, and potentially incentives required to get the property filled again. A strong landlord relationship can reduce many of those costs. Wayne explains that the goal should be for tenants to think positively about their landlord even when the landlord is not around. If their friends complain about their landlord, you want your tenant saying: "My landlord is amazing." That kind of relationship can become especially important when renters have more options available to them. Fix Things Quickly One of the simplest ways to be a better landlord is also one of the most important: Fix things when they break. And do it as quickly as reasonably possible. Wayne and Gabby discuss several recent flooding situations in their Edmonton rental portfolio where responding quickly became critical. In one case, a tenant later told them: "I've never had a landlord like you before." The compliment came after Wayne and Gabby responded quickly to a water issue, arranged help, communicated throughout the situation, and tried to minimize the disruption to the tenant. The problem itself may have been frustrating, but the way the landlord handled it changed the tenant's perception of the entire situation. Communication Matters Repairs cannot always happen immediately. A washing machine might need to be replaced. A contractor may not be available. Parts may need to be ordered. The landlord cannot always control those timelines. But the landlord can control communication. Respond promptly. Explain what is happening. Tell the tenant what has been scheduled. Tell them what the next step is. Let them know that the issue has not been forgotten. A thoughtful response can make a major difference compared with a vague: "We'll get to it." Small Gestures Can Have a Big Impact Wayne and Gabby also recommend finding simple ways to show tenants that they are appreciated. That might include: A welcome gift when they move in A Christmas gift A small gift card A thoughtful note Compensation for a meaningful inconvenience Gabby shares an example where a tenant was temporarily without a washing machine. While they waited for the replacement, they provided a gift card to acknowledge the inconvenience. The landlord may not be responsible for an appliance unexpectedly breaking, but a small gesture can help preserve goodwill and strengthen the relationship. Be Reasonable at Renewal Time Tenant retention is also influenced by renewal decisions. There may be times when rent increases are necessary. But just because the market—or local regulations—allows a certain increase does not automatically mean the maximum increase is the best business decision. A long-term tenant who pays reliably, takes care of the property, and creates very few problems has real value. Wayne and Gabby discuss the importance of balancing market rent with tenant retention and profitability. Sometimes maintaining a great tenant can be more valuable than squeezing every possible dollar out of the next lease term. Scaling Can Destroy Good Landlord Habits One of the biggest risks comes as an investor's portfolio grows. When you have one or two tenants, it is relatively easy to respond quickly, remember renewals, send gifts, and stay on top of repairs. As the portfolio grows, those simple things can start slipping. Emails get missed. Repairs get delayed. Renewals get forgotten. Communication becomes slower. The landlord who once provided excellent service can gradually become the landlord tenants complain about. That is why systems matter. The best time to build those systems is not when you already have 20 tenants. It is on day one. The Main Lesson Wayne summarizes being a great landlord very simply: Do what you are supposed to do, respectfully and in a timely manner. That means: Fix what needs fixing. Communicate clearly. Respond promptly. Treat tenants respectfully. Show appreciation. Be reasonable. And build systems that allow you to maintain that standard as your portfolio grows. The bar for being a great landlord is not particularly high. But the financial impact of doing it well can be significant. 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne and Gabby Hillier are full-time Canadian real estate investors, entrepreneurs, landlords, and founders of REI Masters. Through the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, they provide free real estate investing education and coaching every weekday morning, sharing real-world lessons from buying, operating, managing, and scaling rental properties. 💡 Resources & Contact Join the REI Masters Mentorship Program Work directly with Wayne and Gabby to learn the systems, strategies, documents, and processes they use to build and manage their real estate portfolio. 🌐 www.reimasters.ca Get The 5% Rule™ Learn Wayne Hillier's framework for evaluating rental-property cash flow and reducing investment risk. Search The 5% Rule by Wayne Hillier on Amazon. Watch the Show Live Join Wayne and Gabby live every weekday morning at 7:00 AM Mountain Time on YouTube. Search: Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show or Wayne Hillier – Real Estate Investing Coach Send Your Questions 📧 info@reimorningshow.com 📅 Upcoming Events REI Masters Edmonton Real Estate Investing Bus Tour Edmonton, Alberta August 22, 2026 Tour real cash-flowing Edmonton investment properties, network with experienced investors, and see real investment strategies in action. The tour will also include a near-complete multi-unit Edmonton garden suite development and a picnic dinner following the tour. Limited tickets remain. 🌐 www.reimasters.ca/edmontonbustour REIcon – The Summit Series Edmonton, Alberta September 11–13, 2026 Join Wayne, Gabby, and other Canadian real estate investing educators for an interactive weekend focused on residential and multifamily investing. 🌐 reiconference.ca 🤝 Sponsors Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 🌐 www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. 🌐 www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning for Canadian real estate investors. 🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca 📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca

    The Best Landlords Get the Best Tenants

  2. 1d ago

    Write a Rental Listing That Attracts Great Tenants

    Finding great tenants starts long before the application and screening process. It starts with your rental listing. In today's episode of the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, Wayne and Gabby break down how landlords and real estate investors should market their rental properties to attract more qualified applicants, avoid wasting time, and create enough demand that they can choose a tenant instead of settling for one. Wayne explains that real estate investors are also marketers. If your listing does not clearly communicate what your property offers, you may attract the wrong people—or nobody at all. The goal is to make it easy for prospective tenants to quickly determine whether your property fits their needs, while removing unnecessary friction that could cause good applicants to disappear before they ever reach the application stage. Wayne and Gabby also answer a listener's three-part question: Where should landlords advertise rental properties? What information should be included in the listing? What questions should you ask prospective tenants? 🧠 What You'll Learn Why landlords need to think like marketers Why more qualified leads give you better tenant choices Why Wayne and Gabby prefer picking tenants instead of settling for tenants How to determine where tenants in your specific market actually search for rentals Why there is no single rental website that works equally well in every Canadian market Why landlords should research tenant behaviour instead of assuming where people search What information should be included in every rental listing Why good photos and video can dramatically improve a listing Why landlords should clearly disclose the property address Why hiding the address can create unnecessary friction Why pet policies should be included upfront What questions to ask before scheduling a viewing How prospective tenants' communication can provide useful information Why landlords need to be careful not to over-screen too early How too many barriers can cause good tenants to abandon the process Why the order of your tenant-screening process matters What Should Be Included in a Rental Listing? Wayne recommends providing enough information for a prospective tenant to determine whether the property works for them before booking a viewing. Important information includes: Number of bedrooms Number of bathrooms Yard and fencing details Parking arrangements Photos Video walkthroughs Important property features Basement details Monthly rent Security deposit Utilities and what is included Property address Pet policy and restrictions The purpose is not simply to describe the property. It is to qualify the tenant and the property at the same time. A strong listing helps prospective tenants quickly decide whether the home fits their family, lifestyle, budget, pets, parking requirements, location, and other needs. That saves everyone time. Where Should You Advertise a Rental Property? Wayne's advice is simple: Research your market. Facebook Marketplace, Kijiji, RentFaster, and other rental platforms may work very well in one city and poorly in another. Landlords should determine where tenants in their specific city and neighbourhood are actually searching rather than choosing a platform because other investors recommend it. Wayne shares an example from Nelson, British Columbia, where the local rental market relied heavily on an obscure community message board that he would never have discovered without asking someone who lived there. Understanding the local rental market means understanding where your tenants actually look. Questions to Ask Prospective Tenants Before or during the viewing process, Wayne and Gabby suggest asking questions such as: When are you looking to move in? How many people will be moving in with you? Who are those people in relation to you? How long are you looking to stay? Have you ever been evicted? Why are you moving? These questions can help landlords better understand whether the property matches the prospective tenant's situation. However, Wayne cautions landlords against turning the initial inquiry into an interrogation. The goal is to gather useful information without creating so much friction that good applicants simply move on to another property. The Biggest Lesson The rental process is a funnel. First, someone needs to see your advertisement. Then they need to become interested. Then they need to inquire. Then they need to attend a viewing. Then they need to apply. Then they need to successfully complete your screening process. And finally, they need to sign the lease and pay the required funds. Every unnecessary obstacle along that process gives a prospective tenant another opportunity to disappear. Good systems should protect the landlord while still making it easy for qualified tenants to move forward. As Gabby put it: "I like picking my tenant. I don't like having to settle on a tenant." That is the goal. Create enough interest, generate enough applications, screen properly, and put yourself in a position where you can choose the strongest applicant. 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne and Gabby Hillier are full-time Canadian real estate investors, entrepreneurs, landlords, and founders of REI Masters. Through the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, they share practical real estate investing education and free coaching every weekday morning, including real deals, landlord strategies, property management, tenant screening, market analysis, and lessons from managing their own rental portfolio. 💡 Resources & Contact Join the REI Masters Mentorship Program Work directly with Wayne and Gabby to develop your investing strategy, improve your systems, analyze opportunities, and build a sustainable Canadian real estate portfolio. 🌐 www.reimasters.ca Get The 5% Rule™ Learn Wayne Hillier's framework for evaluating rental property cash flow and reducing investment risk. Search The 5% Rule by Wayne Hillier on Amazon. Watch the Show Live Join Wayne and Gabby live every weekday morning at 7:00 AM Mountain Time on YouTube. Search: Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show or Wayne Hillier – Real Estate Investing Coach Send Your Questions Have a real estate investing question you want answered on the show? 📧 info@reimorningshow.com 📅 Upcoming Events REI Masters Edmonton Real Estate Investing Bus Tour Edmonton, Alberta August 22, 2026 Tour real cash-flowing Edmonton investment properties, meet experienced investors, ask questions, network with the REI Masters community, and see investment strategies in action. The event will also include a dinner in the park following the tour, giving attendees additional time to network and connect. Only limited seating remains. 🌐 www.reimasters.ca/edmontonbustour REIcon – The Summit Series Edmonton, Alberta September 11–13, 2026 Join Wayne, Gabby, Calvin Hexter, and other Canadian real estate investing educators for an interactive weekend focused on residential and multifamily investing. 🌐 reiconference.ca 🤝 Sponsors Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team Helping investors identify and purchase Edmonton real estate opportunities. 🌐 www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. 🌐 www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning for Canadian real estate investors. 🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca 📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca

    Write a Rental Listing That Attracts Great Tenants

  3. 4d ago

    Edmonton Real Estate Market Update – August 2026 - Calvin Hexter

    What is happening in the Edmonton real estate market right now, and where could the next opportunities be for investors? In today's episode of the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, Wayne and Gabby are joined by Calvin Hexter from Calvin Realty for an updated look at the Edmonton market heading into late summer and fall 2026. Calvin breaks down the latest July market statistics, including price movement across detached homes, semi-detached properties, townhouses, and condos, as well as Edmonton's rising inventory levels. The big story right now is inventory. Greater Edmonton is sitting at more than 8,000 listings, which is significantly higher than what is typical for this time of year. That is giving buyers more choice, more negotiating power, and more opportunities to be selective. At the same time, the market is not weak. With approximately 3.2 months of inventory, Edmonton remains in a balanced market that still leans slightly in favour of sellers. Wayne, Gabby, and Calvin also discuss why August can create opportunity for investors, what they expect heading into September and the fall market, and why investors should focus less on trying to perfectly time the market and more on whether a property meets their investment criteria. They also preview the upcoming REIcon Summit Series, happening September 11–13 in Edmonton. 🧠 What You'll Learn What happened to Edmonton home prices in July 2026 Why prices declined slightly across several asset classes Why those small price drops are not necessarily concerning Why Edmonton inventory is now above 8,000 listings What 3.2 months of inventory means for buyers and sellers Why August is typically a quieter month for real estate Why quieter summer activity can create opportunities for investors Why Calvin expects a stronger-than-usual fall market What could happen to inventory through September, October, and the winter Whether real estate investors should wait for a "better" market Why your personal investment criteria should be your North Star Why good deals can exist in any market Why investors need to understand their own buy box Why Edmonton continues to attract people looking for jobs, affordability, and opportunity Why Edmonton remains a strong market for rental property investors How investors can prepare now for opportunities that may appear this fall Edmonton Market Snapshot Calvin shared the following July 2026 market observations: Detached homes: down just under 2% month over month Semi-detached homes: down approximately 2% Townhouses: down approximately 3.5% Condos: down approximately 2% Greater Edmonton inventory: over 8,000 listings Months of inventory: approximately 3.2 months Calvin described the current market as balanced, but still slightly favourable to sellers. His expectation is that August may see inventory continue to rise temporarily as buyer activity slows, followed by stronger activity in September and a gradual decline in inventory through the fall and winter. Should Investors Wait? One of the biggest takeaways from this episode is that there is always going to be a reason not to buy. The market may be too competitive. Interest rates may be too high. Inventory may be too low. Prices may be rising. Economic conditions may feel uncertain. But if a property meets your investment criteria, produces the returns you require, and fits your strategy, then it may still be the right time to act. As Calvin explains, investors should determine what numbers they need to achieve and execute when those opportunities appear. Trying to perfectly time the market can often cause investors to miss deals that already work. REIcon Summit Series – September 11–13, 2026 Calvin also joins Wayne and Gabby to preview this year's REIcon Summit Series. This year's event moves away from the traditional large-stage conference format and into a more interactive workshop structure. Attendees will work through real estate deals from beginning to end and learn directly from experienced Canadian real estate investors and coaches. Saturday will focus on residential real estate investing, while Sunday will focus on multifamily. Topics will include: Finding deals Building your buy box Deal analysis Financing Due diligence Asset management Property management Refinancing Exit strategies Seller financing Multifamily investing Wayne and Gabby will be teaching on due diligence, asset management, and property management. The Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show will also be recorded live at REIcon on Saturday morning. Use promo code: REIMASTERS15 Tickets: 🌐 reiconference.ca 👥 About Today's Guest Calvin Hexter – Calvin Realty Calvin Hexter is an Edmonton-based investor-focused REALTOR® and the founder of Calvin Realty. Calvin and his team specialize in helping real estate investors understand the Edmonton market, identify investment opportunities, analyze properties, and make informed buying decisions. Calvin Realty has worked closely with Wayne and Gabby personally, as well as with many members of the REI Masters community. 🌐 www.calvinrealty.ca 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne and Gabby Hillier are full-time Canadian real estate investors, entrepreneurs, and founders of REI Masters. Through the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, they provide free real estate investing education and coaching every weekday morning, sharing real deals, market analysis, investing strategies, portfolio lessons, and their experience investing in Edmonton and across Canada. 💡 Resources & Contact Join the REI Masters Mentorship Program Work directly with Wayne and Gabby to build your real estate investing roadmap, analyze opportunities, improve your systems, and grow a sustainable portfolio. 🌐 www.reimasters.ca Get The 5% Rule™ Learn Wayne Hillier's framework for evaluating rental property cash flow and reducing investment risk. Search The 5% Rule by Wayne Hillier on Amazon. Watch the Show Live Join Wayne and Gabby live every weekday morning on YouTube. Search: Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show or Wayne Hillier – Real Estate Investing Coach 📧 info@reimorningshow.com 📅 Upcoming Events REI Masters Edmonton Real Estate Investing Bus Tour Edmonton, Alberta August 22, 2026 Tour real Edmonton investment properties and learn how experienced investors evaluate cash flow, neighbourhoods, tenant profiles, and investment opportunities. 🌐 www.reimasters.ca/edmontonbustour REIcon – The Summit Series Edmonton, Alberta September 11–13, 2026 Join Wayne, Gabby, Calvin, and other Canadian real estate investing educators for an interactive three-day event focused on residential and multifamily investing. Use promo code: REIMASTERS15 🌐 reiconference.ca 🤝 Sponsors Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team 🌐 www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. 🌐 www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning for Canadian real estate investors. 🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca 📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca

    Edmonton Real Estate Market Update – August 2026 - Calvin Hexter

  4. 5d ago

    The Easiest $20,000 I've Ever Made in Real Estate

    The Easiest $20,000 I've Ever Made in Real Estate What happens when you recognize value that everyone else has overlooked? In today's episode of the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, Wayne shares the story of how he made a $20,000 profit from a real estate deal with approximately one hour of work. A wholesaler secured an Edmonton townhouse for $90,000 and assigned the contract to Wayne for a $10,000 assignment fee. Wayne immediately recognized that the property was worth far more—not necessarily because of its condition, but because of the different strategies that could be applied to it. Instead of renovating, refinancing, renting, or flipping the property himself, Wayne assigned the deal to another investor for $120,000. The original wholesaler made $10,000. Wayne made $20,000. The final investor completed a successful BRRRR, recovered their invested capital, created equity, and ended up with a rental property that now produces approximately $600 per month in cash flow. The seller also received the fast and straightforward solution they needed. Everyone won. This episode explains why real estate profits are not always created through physical labour. Often, the greatest profits come from knowledge, experience, relationships, and the ability to recognize opportunities that other investors cannot see. 🧠 What You'll Learn How Wayne turned a wholesale deal into another wholesale opportunity How the original wholesaler secured the property for $90,000 Why Wayne agreed to purchase the contract for $100,000 How he assigned the deal to another investor for $120,000 Why the property had several different potential values The difference between renovating to rent and renovating to sell How Wayne evaluated the rental, flip, BRRRR, and wholesale strategies Why the highest-profit option is not always the best option How to consider risk, workload, time, and opportunity cost How the final buyer completed a nearly perfect BRRRR Why expertise and knowledge can be more profitable than physical work How strong investor relationships make fast transactions possible Why successful real estate deals should create wins for everyone involved How listening and continuously learning can help investors recognize opportunities Key Deal Numbers Original purchase contract: $90,000 Original wholesaler's assignment fee: $10,000 Wayne's total contract price: $100,000 Final investor's purchase price: $120,000 Wayne's profit: $20,000 Final renovation and project costs: approximately $40,000 Final appraised value: approximately $198,000 Current estimated property value discussed: approximately $230,000 Current monthly cash flow discussed: approximately $600 The Main Lesson Knowledge creates opportunity. Expertise creates wealth. Wayne did not make $20,000 because he worked harder than everyone else. He made it because he understood the Edmonton townhouse market, recognized several different strategies for the property, and knew an investor who could execute the deal. The property had different values depending on what someone planned to do with it. To the seller, it was a problem that needed to be solved. To the first wholesaler, it was a $10,000 assignment. To Wayne, it was an underpriced opportunity. To the final buyer, it became a cash-flowing rental property with significant equity. The more strategies you understand, the more opportunities you will be able to see. 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne and Gabby Hillier are experienced Canadian real estate investors, entrepreneurs, and the founders of REI Masters. Through the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, they provide practical real estate investing education every weekday, sharing real deals, current market observations, investment strategies, lessons from their portfolio, and the realities of building long-term wealth through Canadian real estate. 💡 Resources & Contact Join the REI Masters Mentorship Program Work directly with Wayne and Gabby to develop your investing strategy, build your roadmap, analyze opportunities, and grow a sustainable Canadian real estate portfolio. 🌐 www.reimasters.ca Get The 5% Rule™ Learn Wayne Hillier's framework for evaluating rental-property cash flow and reducing investment risk. Search The 5% Rule by Wayne Hillier on Amazon. Watch the Show Live Join Wayne and Gabby live every weekday morning on YouTube. Search: Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show or Wayne Hillier – Real Estate Investing Coach Contact the Show 📧 info@reimorningshow.com 📅 Upcoming Events REI Masters Edmonton Real Estate Investing Bus Tour Edmonton, Alberta August 22, 2026 Tour real investment properties, learn directly from experienced investors, and see current Edmonton opportunities in person. 🌐 www.reimasters.ca/edmontonbustour REIcon – The Summit Series Edmonton, Alberta September 11–13, 2026 Wayne and Gabby will be speaking at the event, and the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show will be recorded live in person on September 12. 🌐 reiconference.ca 🤝 Sponsors Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team Work with an Edmonton real estate team that understands rental properties, investment analysis, negotiations, and portfolio-building strategies. 🌐 www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. Save time, improve your financial systems, and ensure your investment expenses are properly tracked. 🌐 www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning for Canadian real estate investors. Build a financing strategy that supports today's purchase without preventing tomorrow's deal. 🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca 📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca

    The Easiest $20,000 I've Ever Made in Real Estate

  5. 6d ago

    How to Protect Yourself When Raising Money for Real Estate

    Raising money through joint venture partnerships is one of the fastest ways to scale a real estate portfolio—but what happens if your investor changes their mind? In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby answer a listener question about what to do if a joint venture partner wants to back out before purchasing a property—or even after the deal has already closed. They explain how to properly structure joint venture partnerships, the importance of setting expectations from the beginning, why communication is the foundation of every successful partnership, and the legal documents every investor should have in place before raising capital. If you're planning to use joint venture partnerships to grow your real estate portfolio, this episode could save you from one of the biggest mistakes new investors make. 🧠 What You'll Learn What happens if a joint venture partner wants to back out before buying a property. What happens if they want to leave after the property has already been purchased. Why communication is the key to successful real estate partnerships. The purpose of a Joint Venture Worksheet. What a Letter of Intent is—and why it matters. When a Joint Venture Agreement becomes legally binding. Why choosing the right investment partner is like choosing the right business partner for the long term. Common mistakes investors make when raising capital. How to reduce risk before entering a joint venture partnership. Why proper documentation can prevent expensive legal disputes later. 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne Hillier is a full-time real estate investor, entrepreneur, and Canadian Real Estate Investing Coach. After building a large portfolio of cash-flowing rental properties, Wayne now helps Canadians invest safely using proven systems focused on cash flow, risk management, and long-term wealth. Gabby Hillier is a real estate investor and property management expert specializing in landlord systems, tenant screening, lease agreements, and creating scalable rental property operations. Together they host the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, providing free coaching for Canadian real estate investors every weekday morning. 💡 Resources & Contact 🎓 Learn more about the REI Masters Mentorship Program: https://www.reimasters.ca 📖 Get your copy of The 5% Rule™ https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0F4KGV3SR 📧 Questions for the show? info@reimorningshow.com 🎙️ Join us live every weekday morning for free coaching on the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show. 📅 Upcoming Events REI Masters Edmonton Real Estate Investing Bus Tour 📅 August 22, 2026 🌐 www.reimasters.ca/edmontonbustour 🤝 Sponsors Calvin Realty Investor-focused real estate services in Edmonton. 🌐 www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. 🌐 www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning and financing. 🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca 📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca

    How to Protect Yourself When Raising Money for Real Estate

  6. Aug 4

    Should Wholesaling Real Estate Be Regulated?

    Ohio has introduced a new law that makes wholesaling real estate more difficult by requiring greater transparency and disclosure when assigning purchase contracts. The stated goal is to protect vulnerable homeowners from misleading or predatory real estate practices—but could similar legislation eventually make its way to Canada? In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby break down Ohio's new wholesaling law, examine similar regulations that have already been introduced across several U.S. states, and discuss what these changes could mean for Canadian real estate investors. The conversation also explores the ethics of wholesaling, the difference between creating value versus taking advantage of people, and why Wayne believes real estate investors should always focus on solving problems—not exploiting them. 🧠 What You'll Learn What Ohio's new wholesaling law requires. Why legislators say these new rules are necessary. Other U.S. states that have introduced similar wholesaling regulations. Could similar laws eventually come to Canada? The difference between ethical and predatory wholesaling. Why disclosure and transparency matter in real estate transactions. How to create value without taking advantage of sellers. Why Wayne believes investors should focus on solving problems—not using manipulation or sales scripts. The importance of protecting your right to assign a real estate contract while maintaining ethical business practices. 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne Hillier is a full-time real estate investor, entrepreneur, and Canadian Real Estate Investing Coach. After building a large portfolio of cash-flowing rental properties, Wayne now helps Canadians invest safely using proven systems focused on cash flow, risk management, and long-term wealth. Gabby Hillier is a real estate investor and property management expert specializing in landlord systems, tenant screening, lease agreements, and scalable rental property operations. Together they host the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, providing free coaching for Canadian real estate investors every weekday morning. 💡 Resources & Contact 🎓 Learn more about the REI Masters Mentorship Program: https://www.reimasters.ca 📖 Get your copy of The 5% Rule™ https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0F4KGV3SR 📧 Questions for the show? info@reimorningshow.com 🎙️ Join us live every weekday morning for free coaching on the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show. 📅 Upcoming Events REI Masters Edmonton Real Estate Investing Bus Tour 📅 August 22, 2026 🌐 www.reimasters.ca/edmontonbustour 🤝 Sponsors Calvin Realty Investor-focused real estate services in Edmonton. 🌐 www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. 🌐 www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning and financing. 🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca 📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca

    Should Wholesaling Real Estate Be Regulated?

  7. Jul 31

    How to Know If You Have a Good Real Estate Deal

    Not every rental property is a good investment—and one of the biggest mistakes new investors make is focusing on the wrong numbers. In today's episode, Wayne breaks down one of the most important metrics every real estate investor should understand: Return on Investment (ROI). While many investors obsess over cash flow, ROI allows you to compare properties, investment strategies, and even different asset classes to determine which opportunities are truly the most profitable. Wayne walks through exactly how he analyzes investment properties before making an offer, the simple ROI formula every investor should know, why he ignores appreciation in his projections, and the minimum returns he personally looks for before buying another rental property. The episode also answers a listener question about multi-unit garden suites and explains why Wayne believes Edmonton continues to offer some of the best real estate investing opportunities in Canada. 🧠 What You'll Learn Why ROI is one of the most important metrics in real estate investing. The simple formula to calculate Return on Investment. How to compare two investment properties objectively. The three major sources of real estate profit. Why cash flow measures risk—but ROI measures profitability. The difference between projected ROI and actual ROI. Why Wayne never includes appreciation in his investment projections. The minimum annual ROI Wayne believes investors should target. How to analyze rental properties before submitting an offer. The difference between a traditional fourplex and a multi-unit garden suite. 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne Hillier is a full-time real estate investor, entrepreneur, and Canadian Real Estate Investing Coach. After building a large portfolio of cash-flowing rental properties, Wayne now helps Canadians invest safely using proven systems focused on cash flow, risk management, and long-term wealth. Gabby Hillier is a real estate investor and property management expert specializing in landlord systems, tenant screening, lease agreements, and creating scalable rental property operations. Together they host the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, providing free coaching for Canadian real estate investors every weekday morning. 💡 Resources & Contact 🎓 Learn more about the REI Masters Mentorship Program: https://www.reimasters.ca 📖 Get your copy of The 5% Rule™ https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0F4KGV3SR 📧 Questions for the show? info@reimorningshow.com 🎙️ Join us live every weekday morning for free coaching on the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show. 📅 Upcoming Events REI Masters Edmonton Real Estate Investing Bus Tour 📅 August 22, 2026 🌐 www.reimasters.ca/edmontonbustour 🤝 Sponsors Calvin Realty Investor-focused real estate services in Edmonton. 🌐 www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. 🌐 www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning and financing. 🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca 📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca

    How to Know If You Have a Good Real Estate Deal

  8. Jul 30

    How to Build Wealth in Real Estate When Life Keeps Getting in the Way

    Real estate investing doesn't happen in a perfect world. Sometimes life throws unexpected challenges your way—floods, repairs, tenant issues, family responsibilities, or financial setbacks. The key isn't avoiding adversity. It's learning how to keep moving forward despite it. In today's episode, Wayne and Gabby answer several real-world questions from listeners across Canada, including how to recover when a tenant backs out before moving in, what to do if you're approaching retirement with limited options, and how to build a rental portfolio that can adapt as markets change. Along the way, they also share an honest behind-the-scenes update on navigating one of the busiest and most challenging seasons they've faced as investors—and why growth requires continuing to move forward, even when life tries to slow you down. 🧠 What You'll Learn How to build a real estate portfolio that adapts as markets evolve. Why Edmonton continues to offer some of Canada's strongest investment opportunities. What to do when a tenant signs a lease but backs out before possession. How landlords can protect themselves using proper lease documentation. Why cash flow and risk management matter more than chasing appreciation. Options for investors approaching retirement with limited capital. How networking and relationships can become your greatest investing asset. Why personal growth is just as important as portfolio growth. 👥 About Your Hosts Wayne Hillier is a full-time real estate investor, entrepreneur, and Canadian Real Estate Investing Coach. After building a large portfolio of cash-flowing rental properties, Wayne now helps Canadians invest safely using proven systems focused on cash flow, risk management, and long-term wealth. Gabby Hillier is a real estate investor and property management expert specializing in landlord systems, tenant screening, lease agreements, and creating scalable rental property operations. Together they host the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show, providing free coaching for Canadian real estate investors every weekday morning. 💡 Resources & Contact 🎓 Learn more about the REI Masters Mentorship Program: https://www.reimasters.ca 📖 Get your copy of The 5% Rule™: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0F4KGV3SR 📧 Questions for the show? info@reimorningshow.com 🎙️ Join us live every weekday morning for free coaching on the Canadian Real Estate Investing Morning Show. 📅 Upcoming Events REI Masters Edmonton Real Estate Investing Bus Tour 📅 August 22, 2026 🌐 www.reimasters.ca/edmontonbustour 🤝 Sponsors Calvin Realty Investor-focused real estate services in Edmonton. 🌐 www.calvinrealty.ca Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for Canadian real estate investors. 🌐 www.finngo.com/rei Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group Investor-focused mortgage planning and financing. 🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca 📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca

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"Real Estate Investing Morning Show" with Canadian investor power couple, Wayne and Gabby Hillier. We talk everything real estate. Joint Ventures, Landlording, Buying/Selling, Financing, Flipping, BRRRR, Multi-Family, Secondary Suites, Condominiums, Agreement For Sales, Rent to Own, Wholesaling. Not to mention, sharing routines and strategies that we've implemented into our lives that have helped us 10X our performance, our drive and our efficiency.

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