The Focus Capital Podcast with Stephen Simpson

Stephen Simpson

An ongoing conversation about Real Estate, Entrepreneurship, and Personal Development. 

Episodes

  1. 08/23/2024

    From Teacher To Investor, Author, and $100M+ Portfolio - Quentin D'Souza and Host Stephen Simpson - Ep.9

    On this episode Stephen interviews Quentin D’Souza. Quentin D’Souza is a multiple award winning Real Estate Investor, and a trusted authority on investing in the Durham Region. He is an Ontario Certified Teacher and holds two university degrees, which includes a Master’s in Education. Quentin has appeared on local and national television and radio, interviewed in national publications, and has been a keynote speaker to large audiences or real estate investors.  Quentin owns a real estate portfolio in excess of $125 million dollars of assets under management across Canada by the end of the year and the US and transacted on 80+ properties since 2004.  Quentin is a proud member of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization and been accepted in to Tiger 21. His company, Appleridge Homes, uses the Buy, Fix, Refinance, and Rent strategy on long term rental properties in Ontario, Canada, as well as with joint venture partnerships to create win/win relationships. He also invests in rental properties in the USA.  Quentin is the author of “The Property Management Toolbox: A How-To Guide for Ontario Real Estate Investors and Landlords,” “The Filling Vacancies Toolbox: A Step-By-Step Guide for Ontario Real Estate Investors and Landlords for Renting Out Residential Real Estate,” “The Scaling Up Toolbox: A How to Guide for Real Estate Investors Who Don't Have to Use Their Own Money to Buy Property,” “Finding Properties Toolbox: Buying Real Estate at a Discount” and “The Ultimate Wealth Strategy: Your Complete Guide to Buying, Fixing, Refinancing, and Renting Real Estate.”   He is also mentors real estate investors through the Durham Real Estate Investors Club – www.DurhamREI.ca  Connect on socials: https://linktr.ee/qmanrei  --   Subscribe:  / @focuscapitalpodcastwithstephen   Listen on your favorite Podcast Player: www.buzzsprout.com/2358487   Web: focuscapital.ca

    1h 7m
  2. 06/05/2024

    Real Estate Partnerships with Guests Chad Walmsley & Joel Labonte and Host Stephen Simpson - Ep.5

    Joel Labonte is a seasoned real estate investor with over a decade of experience in the field. As the founder and General Partner of Dwellscape Investments, he has established a reputation for providing investors with opportunities to diversify their portfolios through passive real estate investments. With a wealth of knowledge in underwriting, funding, asset management, and investor relations, Joel has been instrumental in the success of Dwellscape Investments. His expertise lies in the acquisition and management of multi-family assets, a niche in which he has demonstrated exceptional proficiency. In addition to his role at Dwellscape Investments, Joel is the proud owner and operator of JL Custom Flooring, a flooring contracting business established in 2007. Through this enterprise, he has demonstrated a commitment to quality craftsmanship and client satisfaction. Beyond the world of real estate and business, Joel Labonte is an avid outdoors enthusiast. He finds solace and adventure in activities such as rock climbing, mountain biking, and fly fishing amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian Rockies. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-labonte/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dwellscape.ca Website: https://www.dwellscape.ca/ Chad Walmsley is a General Contractor/Builder and the General Partner of the Walland Property Group. Chad is also a Real Estate Investor and Syndicator, a Networking Enthusiast and enjoys Helping investors and their families create financial freedom. Chad and his partners have 125 units and $25M in AUM. Chad founded Walland Property Group in 2021 with a focus on acquiring real estate assets that provide meaningful returns for investors. In his free time he enjoys spending time with friends and family, enjoying the outdoors especially on the water. www.jordanlane.ca https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-walmsley-b3299457/ https://www.instagram.com/walland_property_group/ --  Subscribe:     / @focuscapitalpodcastwithstephen    Listen on your favorite Podcast Player: www.buzzsprout.com/2358487 Web: focuscapital.ca

    42 min

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An ongoing conversation about Real Estate, Entrepreneurship, and Personal Development.