The Investor Mel & Dave Show

Mel & Dave Dupuis

Real estate investing Top Canadian Investors, Investor Mel & Dave share tips, strategies, and action steps to becoming a successful Real Estate Investor. They focus on no money down strategies and no joint venture partners. They have an impressive portfolio of 240+ properties that they solely own which enabled them to quit their jobs in their 30s. Tune in weekly to start creating your own time freedom, location freedom, and financial freedom through real estate investing. 

  1. JUN 1

    $105K Profit Deal Breakdown (Using Creative Financing & OPM!)

    Welcome to the Real Deals Show! In this episode, we’re diving into a $105K profit deal breakdown that shows exactly how Daryl used creative financing and OPM (Other People’s Money) to achieve massive results. Daryl shares his journey of going from full-time contractor to successful cross-border real estate investor. He opens up about how taking massive action, leveraging creative financing, and using OPM helped him escape the rat race and build a profitable real estate portfolio. You’ll get a full deal breakdown of one of his most impressive projects—earning $105,000 in profit—and learn the exact strategies he used to make it happen. From investing in multiple Canadian provinces to now expanding into the U.S. real estate market, Daryl explains the advantages of U.S. investing as a Canadian and what’s possible when you follow the right system. If you're serious about learning how to build wealth with real estate investing, especially using creative strategies and OPM, this episode is a must-watch. ______________________________________________ ✅ Thanks for stopping by! We’re thrilled to have you here. 🔥 Love our content? Get even more exclusive tips by following us on social media: 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@investormeldave 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investormeldave/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InvestorMelDave/ 👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/investormeldave/ 👉  X: https://x.com/InvestorMelDave 👉 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@investormeldave 👉 YouTube: https://bit.ly/SubscribeToMelDave ______________________________________________ 💼 Want to build your real estate portfolio and create true FINANCIAL FREEDOM? Our Action Family™ Mentoring Program is designed to help you grow your wealth using creative financing strategies, including: ✔ Buying properties with Other People’s Money (OPM) and NO joint venture partners!!  ✔ Finding off-market deals  ✔ Creating win-win scenarios  ✔ Property management made simple  ✔ Tax strategies & business structuring  ✔ … and much more! 📞 Book your free strategy call now:  🔗https://form.typeform.com/to/TZVfdHLQ ______________________________________________ 🏡 FREE MASTERCLASS – Watch Now! Learn how we acquired 12 multi-family properties (56 units) in under 12 months—using OTHER PEOPLE'S MONEY AND NO JOINT VENTURE PARTNERS. Discover how we now own over 260+ units across Canada, the U.S., Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and Costa Rica — while keeping 100% of the cash flow, equity, and appreciation.💰 That’s how you create true generational wealth! 👇👇👇 https://www.iamreadytoinvest.com/now1 ______________________________________________ 🎙️ Thanks for watching this episode of the Real Deals Show! Have questions about real estate investing or want us to cover a specific topic? Feel free to reach out on any of our social media—we’d love to hear from you! Chat soon!

    33 min
  2. MAY 18

    You Should Buy Real Estate Without a Partner — Here’s Why

    Think you have to joint venture to grow your real estate portfolio? Think again. In this video, Dave breaks down 7 powerful reasons why you should buy real estate without a partner - you don’t need joint venture partnerships to scale your real estate empire.  From decision-making control to building your full net worth, he explains exactly how he and Mel built a 260+ unit portfolio across 5 countries, without partners and no shared equity. If you’ve ever been told: “You can only scale with joint ventures.” “You need a partner to qualify for deals.” “You can't do it alone.” This video will change your mindset — and your strategy. 🔑 Here’s what you’ll learn: Why full control over decisions beats shared ownership How joint ventures dilute your equity, appreciation, and net worth Real talk on trust, roles, and the risks of partnerships gone wrong The smarter way to use Other People’s Money (OPM) without giving up ownership Dave and Mel are the founders of the Action Family Mentoring Program, where they teach investors how to build real estate portfolios without JV partners — using creative financing, OPM, and smart scaling strategies. 👉 Watch now and take control of your real estate future! _________________________________________ 👥 Want to work with real estate mentors who’ve helped hundreds buy properties using creative financing? Join the Action Family Mentoring Program and start building your portfolio — no excuses, just action. 👉 https://form.typeform.com/to/TZVfdHLQ 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications for more real estate investing stories, strategies, and interviews every week! _________________________________________ ✅Thanks for taking the time to stop by. If you enjoy our content here, you’ll love the unique tips we share on our other social media, so make sure to follow us. 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@investormeldave 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investormeldave/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InvestorMelDave/ 👉 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/investormeldave/ 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/InvestorMelDave 👉 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@investormeldave 👉 YouTube: https://bit.ly/SubscribeToMelDave _________________________________________ And if you're interested in building your real estate portfolio and your network, book a call to discuss how the Action Family™ Mentoring Program can help you achieve your goals. You'll learn all the strategies, including how to buy properties with other people's money and without joint venture partners as well as other crucial information like how to find deals, how to create win-win scenarios, property management, tax strategies, business structure and much more. Learn more about our mentoring program by booking a call now! 🔗https://form.typeform.com/to/TZVfdHLQ _____________________________ We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Investor Dave Show! If you have any investing questions or want us to cover a specific topic, reach out on any of our social media. Chat soon!

    18 min
  3. MAY 4

    No Money, No Time, No Problem: Beginner Investor Buys First Deal with Other People’s Money

    💰 No Money. 🕒 No Time. ✅ No Problem. Meet Waleed — a full-time trucker working 80+ hours a week and a beginner investor who still managed to buy his first real estate investment deal using 100% Other People’s Money (OPM). In this inspiring episode of The Real Deal Show, Waleed shares how he went from burnout on the road to becoming a real estate investor, without using a single dollar of his own. If you think you need time, experience, or money to get started in real estate, think again. With the support of real estate investing coaches and a proven strategy, Waleed turned a dream into a deal, and this episode shows you how you can too. 🔑 What You’ll Learn: How to buy real estate with no money down using 100% OPM The mindset shift that helped Waleed take action, even with limited time Why real estate mentorship is key when starting out What to do when your deal almost falls apart hours before closing How a beginner investor can buy real estate with confidence and strategy _________________________________________ 👥 Want to work with real estate mentors who’ve helped hundreds buy properties using creative financing? Join the Action Family Mentoring Program and start building your portfolio — no excuses, just action. 👉 https://form.typeform.com/to/TZVfdHLQ 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications for more real estate investing stories, strategies, and interviews every week! _________________________________________ Want to find real estate U.S. deals within minutes? Click the link below and access the most complete Real Estate Investing Software 🔥 https://www.dealsactionprofit.com/ _________________________________________ ✅Thanks for taking the time to stop by. If you enjoy our content here, you’ll love the unique tips we share on our other social media, so make sure to follow us. 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@investormeldave 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investormeldave/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InvestorMelDave/ 👉 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/investormeldave/ 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/InvestorMelDave 👉 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@investormeldave 👉 YouTube: https://bit.ly/SubscribeToMelDave _________________________________________ And if you're interested in building your real estate portfolio and your network, book a call to discuss how the Action Family™ Mentoring Program can help you achieve your goals. You'll learn all the strategies, including how to buy properties with other people's money and without joint venture partners as well as other crucial information like how to find deals, how to create win-win scenarios, property management, tax strategies, business structure and much more. Learn more about our mentoring program by booking a call now! 🔗https://form.typeform.com/to/TZVfdHLQ _____________________________ We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Investor Dave Show! If you have any investing questions or want us to cover a specific topic, reach out on any of our social media. Chat soon!

    45 min
  4. APR 20

    Building a Millionaire Real Estate Portfolio From Scratch

    From Renters to a $2.5M Real Estate Portfolio — Meet Amitpal & Arvinder In this episode, we dive into the story of Amitpal and Arvinder, two unstoppable Action Family™ community members who turned an unexpected opportunity into a $2.5M real estate investing journey across Canada and beyond. 🏘️ What started with a conversation with their landlord quickly turned into buying two properties at once… and they haven’t looked back. These first-generation real estate investors didn’t just want financial growth — they wanted time freedom. And thanks to powerful mentoring and a supportive community, they made it happen. 🙌 Here’s what we cover: ✅ How they bought two houses at the same time ✅ Why they chose real estate over running a business ✅ How they leveraged real estate mentoring through the Action Family™ ✅ Their plans to expand into the U.S. ✅ Tips for anyone starting real estate investing for beginners This is more than just an investing story — it’s a story of belief, commitment, and smart action. 👇 Inspired? Drop a comment, and hit like & subscribe for more stories from the Action Family™ and beyond. _________________________________________ 💰 Want to learn how to invest in real estate using other people’s money (OPM)? We’ve used creative financing strategies to build a portfolio of over 260+ rental units in 5 countries – and we’re sharing everything we’ve learned! Keep scrolling down... _________________________________________ Want to find real estate U.S. deals within minutes? Click the link below and access the most complete Real Estate Investing Software 🔥 https://www.dealsactionprofit.com/ _________________________________________ ✅Thanks for taking the time to stop by. If you enjoy our content here, you’ll love the unique tips we share on our other social media, so make sure to follow us. 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@investormeldave 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investormeldave/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InvestorMelDave/ 👉 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/investormeldave/ 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/InvestorMelDave 👉 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@investormeldave 👉 YouTube: https://bit.ly/SubscribeToMelDave _________________________________________ And if you're interested in building your real estate portfolio and your network, book a call to discuss how the Action Family™ Mentoring Program can help you achieve your goals. You'll learn all the strategies, including how to buy properties with other people's money and without joint venture partners as well as other crucial information like how to find deals, how to create win-win scenarios, property management, tax strategies, business structure and much more. Learn more about our mentoring program by booking a call now! 🔗https://form.typeform.com/to/TZVfdHLQ _____________________________ We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Investor Dave Show! If you have any investing questions or want us to cover a specific topic, reach out on any of our social media. Chat soon!

    43 min
  5. MAR 20

    4 Reasons You Should Start Investing in Real Estate Now

    4 Reasons Why Real Estate Always Wins Over Stocks, Crypto & More! 🏡💰 Ever wondered why real estate investing consistently outperforms stocks, crypto, and MLMs? In this video, we break down the 4 biggest reasons why real estate wins—and why it could be the game-changer you've been looking for! 💡 What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✔️ How reoccurring income (cash flow) creates financial stability ✔️ The power of refinancing to grow your portfolio ✔️ Huge tax advantages real estate investors benefit from ✔️ Why real estate is a tangible, appreciating asset unlike stocks or crypto ✔️ How leveraging good debt helps you scale without using your own money We’re Mel & Dave, full-time real estate investors and founders of the Action Family™ Mentoring Program. We’ve built a real estate portfolio across Canada, the U.S., Costa Rica, Mexico, and the Dominican Republic—and now, we’re helping YOU do the same! _________________________________________ 💰 Want to learn how to invest in real estate using other people’s money (OPM)? We’ve used creative financing strategies to build a portfolio of over 260+ rental units in 5 countries – and we’re sharing everything we’ve learned! Keep scrolling down... _________________________________________ Want to find real estate U.S. deals within minutes? Click the link below and access the most complete Real Estate Investing Software 🔥 https://www.dealsactionprofit.com/ _________________________________________ ✅Thanks for taking the time to stop by. If you enjoy our content here, you’ll love the unique tips we share on our other social media, so make sure to follow us. 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@investormeldave 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investormeldave/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InvestorMelDave/ 👉 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/investormeldave/ 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/InvestorMelDave 👉 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@investormeldave 👉 YouTube: https://bit.ly/SubscribeToMelDave _________________________________________ And if you're interested in building your real estate portfolio and your network, book a call to discuss how the Action Family™ Mentoring Program can help you achieve your goals. You'll learn all the strategies, including how to buy properties with other people's money and without joint venture partners as well as other crucial information like how to find deals, how to create win-win scenarios, property management, tax strategies, business structure and much more. Learn more about our mentoring program by booking a call now! 🔗https://form.typeform.com/to/TZVfdHLQ _____________________________ We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Investor Dave Show! If you have any investing questions or want us to cover a specific topic, reach out on any of our social media. Chat soon!

    16 min
  6. FEB 22

    4 Types Of Income: Which One Will Build You Wealth

    🔥 The 4 Types of Income – And Why You Need Portfolio Income! 🔥 Are you stuck trading time for money? In this video, we break down the 4 types of income and reveal why portfolio income is the key to financial freedom. Most people rely on a paycheck (T4/W2) or self-employment (1099), but the real wealth comes from business ownership and real estate investments. 🏡💰 What You’ll Learn: ✅ The 4 types of income and how they compare ✅ Why portfolio income is the #1 wealth-building strategy ✅ How to invest in real estate without using your own money ✅ How we built a real estate empire across 5 countries 🚀 💰 Want to learn how to invest in real estate using other people’s money (OPM)? We’ve used creative financing strategies to build a portfolio of over 260+ rental units in 5 countries – and we’re sharing everything we’ve learned! Keep scrolling down... _______________________________________ Want to find real estate U.S. deals within minutes? Click the link below and access the most complete Real Estate Investing Software 🔥 https://www.dealsactionprofit.com/ _________________________________________ ✅Thanks for taking the time to stop by. If you enjoy our content here, you’ll love the unique tips we share on our other social media, so make sure to follow us. 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@investormeldave 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investormeldave/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InvestorMelDave/ 👉 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/investormeldave/ 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/InvestorMelDave 👉 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@investormeldave 👉 YouTube: https://bit.ly/SubscribeToMelDave And if you're interested in building your real estate portfolio and your network, book a call to discuss how the Action Family™ Mentoring Program can help you achieve your goals. You'll learn all the strategies, including how to buy properties with other people's money and without joint venture partners as well as other crucial information like how to find deals, how to create win-win scenarios, property management, tax strategies, business structure and much more. Learn more about our mentoring program by booking a call now! 🔗https://form.typeform.com/to/TZVfdHLQ _____________________________ We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Investor Dave Show! If you have any investing questions or want us to cover a specific topic, reach out on any of our social media. Chat soon!

    18 min
  7. FEB 16

    Real Estate Game: What I Wish I Had Been Told When I Started

    So many new real estate investors focus only on monthly cash flow… but there’s a LOT more to it that I wish I had been told when I started in  Real Estate. 💰 While I love cash flow (yes, merch lovers—you know!), it’s just the tip of the iceberg. That’s why I created this video to walk you through ALL the phases of your real estate investing journey. In this video, you’ll discover: 📌 Why Mel and I use creative financing but then exit it ASAP. 📌 How to boost your “building buying” with life insurance + other key strategies. 📌 Why a high personal net worth (PNW) unlocks new financing options. 📌 And so much more! This is the video Mel and I wish we had when we were starting out. Learn from our mistakes, save time, grow your portfolio faster and build true wealth! Remember: what isn’t tracked or measured, doesn’t exist! Thanks for listening! _____________________________ Want to find real estate U.S. deals within minutes? Click the link below and access the most complete Real Estate Investing Software 🔥 www.dealsactionprofit.com _____________________________ ✅If you enjoy our content here, you’ll love the unique tips we share on our other social media, so make sure to follow us. 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@investormeldave 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investormeldave/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InvestorMelDave/ 👉 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/investormeldave/ 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/InvestorMelDave 👉 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@investormeldave 👉 YouTube: https://bit.ly/SubscribeToMelDave And if you're interested in building your real estate portfolio and your network, book a call to discuss how the Action Family™ Mentoring Program can help you achieve your goals. You'll learn all the strategies, including how to buy properties with other people's money and without joint venture partners as well as other crucial information like how to find deals, how to create win-win scenarios, property management, tax strategies, business structure and much more. Learn more about our mentoring program by booking a call now! 🔗https://form.typeform.com/to/TZVfdHLQ _____________________________ We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Investor Dave Show! If you have any investing questions or want us to cover a specific topic, reach out on any of our social media. Chat soon!

    23 min
  8. JAN 25

    Rich vs. Poor Mindset: Are You Holding Yourself Back from Real Estate Success?

    Rich vs. Poor Mindset: Are You Holding Yourself Back from Real Estate Success? Do you have a rich mindset or a poor mindset? Your mindset might be holding you back from achieving real estate success. In this video, I’ll walk you through the 10 key mindset shifts that successful investors make to build wealth and freedom. Mel and I have built a portfolio of over 260 rental units across 5 countries, and it all started by changing how we think. These mindset shifts for real estate success helped us quit our jobs, grow our portfolio, and make our money work for us. If you’re ready to stop holding yourself back and start thinking like an investor, this video is for you. Let’s dive in and transform your mindset for success! Want to dive deeper? Keep scrolling down... _________________________________ 👉 If you're looking for seller-financed deals with low down payments, we have some great opportunities for you! Check out these deals available in Canada and Mexico!    ✔️ Exclusive Seller Financing Deals (MEXICO): 🔗http://www.investormeldave.com/mexico ✔️Exclusive Seller Financing Deals CND: 🔗http://www.investormeldave.com/list _____________________________ ✅Thanks for taking the time to stop by. If you enjoy our content here, you’ll love the unique tips we share on our other social media, so make sure to follow us. 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@investormeldave 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investormeldave/ 👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InvestorMelDave/ 👉 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/investormeldave/ 👉 Twitter: https://twitter.com/InvestorMelDave 👉 Threads: https://www.threads.net/@investormeldave 👉 YouTube: https://bit.ly/SubscribeToMelDave And if you're interested in building your real estate portfolio and your network, book a call to discuss how the Action Family™ Mentoring Program can help you achieve your goals. You'll learn all the strategies, including how to buy properties with other people's money and without joint venture partners as well as other crucial information like how to find deals, how to create win-win scenarios, property management, tax strategies, business structure and much more. Learn more about our mentoring program by booking a call now! 🔗https://form.typeform.com/to/TZVfdHLQ _____________________________ We hope you enjoyed this episode of the Investor Dave Show! If you have any investing questions or want us to cover a specific topic, reach out on any of our social media. Chat soon!

    15 min
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Real estate investing Top Canadian Investors, Investor Mel & Dave share tips, strategies, and action steps to becoming a successful Real Estate Investor. They focus on no money down strategies and no joint venture partners. They have an impressive portfolio of 240+ properties that they solely own which enabled them to quit their jobs in their 30s. Tune in weekly to start creating your own time freedom, location freedom, and financial freedom through real estate investing.