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**First Responders Wealth Network Real Estate Investing Podcast**

911WealthNetwork.com Founder and Host, Dave Knight is a full time Police Officer who outside the workplace has been able to grow a multi-million dollar rental income portfolio. First Responders Wealth Network Real Estate Investing Podcast was created to help ALL First Responders become educated and exposed to the possibilities of real estate investing, the strategies used to grow your wealth, and to stop relying on your paycheque and pensions alone. Top millionaire investors, industry leading professionals, and success stories from other First Responder investors throughout Canada and United States are showcased weekly to share their journey and lessons learned. Dave’s mission is to help educate, inspire to take action, create a network, and change ALL first responders mindset on how they approach their financial future or retirement. #911WealthNetwork

Latest Episodes:

The Multifamily Conference: Why number of units should NOT scare you with Seth Ferguson May 09, 2022

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Have you been waiting for this?

THE MULTIFAMILY CONFERENCE: Real Wealth through Real Estate

LIVE on May 14 - 15, 2022 | Toronto, Canada

Use code 911, and we've got a special 10% off discount for you!

In today's episode, we are joined by Seth Ferguson. He is the Conference Chairman of The Multifamily Conference:Real Wealth through Real Estate. Over the past 13 years, Seth has been involved in many facets of real estate, including multifamily investment, single family portfolios, brokerage, and structuring.

His experience led him to hosting a real estate tv show, hosting a real estate investment podcast, and writing his first real estate book, Sell For More. Seth is known for his fun, easy-to-follow, no-nonsense approach to real estate.

Tune in to this episode and find out about multi-family conference and more!

Highlights:

[03:31] Decade Vision: Roadmap to Your Goals

[04:25] How did he start in Real-Estate?

[08:43] The reason why he switch investing in multi-family properties

[11:43] How did he start his learning process?

[15:08] All About "The Multifamily Conference"

[22:05] Find out how you can get the ticket

[22:44] What is his advice to the newbies in the industry?

Links:

Website: https://multifamilyconference.ca/

http://www.sethferguson.org/

LinkedIn: Seth Ferguson

Facebook: Seth Ferguson

Instagram: sethfergusonofficial

Youtube: Seth Ferguson - Multifamily Real Estate Investing

From Firefighter to A&E's Flipping Boston, and How to Create Financial Freedom with Dave Seymour May 02, 2022

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Today, we are joined by Dave Seymour, a retired 16-year firefighter who began his real estate profession over a decade ago and has quickly risen to become one of the country's top investors. Dave has transacted tens of millions of dollars in real estate in his first few years and has established himself as one of the nation's leading experts in commercial multifamily deals.

His unbridled enthusiasm for business and real estate landed him on the radar of the A&E television network, as well as CBS, ABC, CNBC, and FOX News. A&E's "Flipping Boston" aired for several seasons. Dave is known as a no-nonsense investor who has no patience for inefficiency or speculation. Dave is well-known for working with investors of all levels of experience. He has been of assistance. He has directed some of the country's largest investment firms through difficult deals as well as assisted accredited investors on their first deal.

In this episode, he will talk about how he transitioned from being a firefighter to becoming one of the country's top investors, what made him do it, and how you too can achieve the same thing! What are you waiting for? Hit that play button now!

Highlights:

[01:07] Dave Seymour's journey to becoming a firefighter

[11:29] The pivotal mindset that directed him into the world of Real Estate

[15:25] Where did he start on his journey?

[17:58] Can you be in the real estate business as a full-time firefighter?

[19:29] His monthly volume in wholesale transaction

[23:16] Dave's Transition towards Flipping Boston

[30:46] How do you create opportunities?

[34:39] How to Find Acreage in a Hot Market

[36:23 Why you should learn more about Real Estate and not rely on your pension

Links:

Website: Freedom Venture Investments

LinkedIn: Dave Seymour - CEO - Freedom Venture Investments | LinkedIn

Facebook: Dave Seymour - Home | Facebook

Twitter: Dave Seymour (@daveseymour343) / Twitter

Instagram: Dave seymour (@daveseymour343) • Instagram photos and videos Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AE/search?query=flipping%20boston

Amazon Prime: Flipping Boston

The Power of Leveraging Credit Card Points with Jim Shinkewski Apr 18, 2022

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In this episode, we are joined by Jim Shinkewski. He is a Marine Biologist and currently a Program Director at Pacific Salmon Foundation, but for fun, he is also a point hacker. He will share about this mind-blowing wealth hack of credit cards.\ Tune in and learn about the different ways to utilize your credit cards!

Highlights:

[03:40] What is Aeroplan Credit Cards + Tips and Tricks on Traveling Around the World

[09:06] Different Cards: Its Uses and Perks

[13:50] How did Jim manage his multiple cards?

[17:03] What is credit card churning?

[21:18] Real Estate Side: How can you be taking advantage of this?

[25:08] Alaska Air: The Most Valuable Airplane Point in the Business

[03:49] How does two player mode work?

[35:56] When is the most beneficial time to use a visa?

[11:54] Leveraging Points: Where should you start?

[14:33] The Difference Between AMEX Business and Platinum Personal

Links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-shinkewski-210a9677/

pointsinmilescanada@gmail.com

Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/churningcanada/

Ricky Zhang, Founder | Prince of Travel

Pointshogger | Canadian Credit Cards and Points

Rent Moola

Understanding the Stock Market & Options Trading with Cody Yeh Mar 25, 2022

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In today's episode we are joined by Cody Yeh, a first-generation immigrant from Taiwan who came to Canada at the age of 18, went to university as an engineer, got a white-collar job but apparently, it wasn't good enough. Cody is now a Stock & Options Coach, YouTube influencer, a real estate investor, and, more importantly, building an empire to help out more people like yourselves to reach financial independence sooner. If you want to learn more about the stock market and real estate, then this podcast is for you! Learn only from the best and experienced investors by listening to this episode. Highlights: [02:10] Cody's version of F.I.R.E. (Financial Independence, Retire Early)

[04:13] How did he discover the Stock Market

[08:23] The Similarities of Stock Market & Real Estate

[09:55] All You Need to Know: Stock Market

[18:42] What is the average time a person can learn about the stock market?

[24:13] Michael Kiwi (Cody's Student): A Successful Story in Stock Market

[29:23] Why LEVERAGE is a double-edged sword in Stock Market

Links:

Website: codyyeh.com

LinkedIn: Cody Yeh

Facebook: Cody Yeh

Instagram: cody__yeh

Youtube: Cody Yeh Investing

How Canadian & American investors fund their flips with Ryan Hawthorne Mar 11, 2022

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In today's episode, we are joined by Ryan Hawthorne. He specializes in residential investment property financing locally and in 45 states nationally. Their commercial investment programs consist of rental single and portfolio loans, new construction including land hold/purchase, and fix & flip single properties and LOC. He is also a Mortgage advisor for primary home purchases, refinance and O% down programs, Conventional, VA, FHA, Jumbo, and USDA loan programs in WA and Oregon.

If you want to learn more about investment loans, Ryan Hawthorne is the man. Listen to this episode as we dive deeper on Real Estate Investment Loan!

Highlights:

[07:50] What is Finance of America about?

[09:44] The Criteria in Real Estate Investment Loan

[16:19] What should be the expectations on rate?

[20:23] How does it work for new investors?

[28:51] Why should you consider Investor Loans?

[32:41] Investment Loans: Fix & Flip Loans, Bridge Loans, New Construction Loan, Single Property Loans & Portfolio Rental Loans

Links:

Video Link: https://youtu.be/bPZJIAV4330 Website: https://www.foamortgage.com/

LinkedIn: Ryan Hawthorne

Facebook: Ryan Hawthorne

Instagram: ryanhawthornefinancing

How to Design a Life Through Investing with Gary Hibbert Mar 04, 2022

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In today's episode, we are being joined by Gary Hibbert. He is a full-time Real Estate Investor, Licensed Real Estate Agent, achieving various Realtor awards, and an Educator. In 2008, he purchased his first investment property and through hard work and dedication, left the regiment of the corporate world to become a full-time entrepreneur in 2014.

Gary has helped hundreds of clients with creating a wealth strategy plan through public speaking, online webinars and even has his own podcast channel dedicated to inspiring and educating anyone willing to change their mindset. He continues to play an active role in his community by attending corporate, private and school events to educate adults and especially children. Gary's inspiration and hard work come from his passion for helping others and wanting to make a difference in their lives.

Gary believes that being able to design a lifestyle of your choice is not an easy feat, however, it's attainable as long as you have passion and know what your 'why' is. If you're thinking about investing in real estate, you're about to start on one of the most rewarding investments you'll ever make.

Even if you've never invested in real estate before, listen as Gary gives the top reasons to think about it. Tune in to this episode and you might wanna change your mind!

Highlight:

[04:10] How did he make the transition from the corporate world to real estate?

[12:34] Gary's Real Estate Horror Story and how he flourished from it

[15:12] The Concept of Rent-to-Own & Smart Home Choice

[17:42] Gary's focus on the market

[20:38] What are the hurdles you may face when you start investing?

[23:35] What is his advice to new investors?

[33:19] Gary's suggestion for First Responders

Link:

Website: smarthomechoice.ca

LinkedIn: Gary Hibbert

Facebook: Smart Home Choice Investor Inc.

Instagram: garyhibbert

Twitter: @smarthomechoice

How to Live off Airbnb Income and Build Your Short-term Rental Portfolio Spencer with and Ashley Feb 18, 2022

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In this episode, Spencer and Ashley join Dave Knight as they talk about property assessment on short-term or vacation rentals, how to renovate your purchased properties making it more attractive to your customers by having creative designs fit for their needs to satisfy and make their stay memorable.

If you want to learn more about Airbnb income and short-term rental portfolio, listen to this podcast now.

Highlights:

02:21-How did Ashley and Spencer start their journey in real estate investment?

06:34-Focusing on management both Multifamily and Short Term Rental

08:13-How do they manage their cleaning system on the properties?

10:56-How to look for the right tenants for short-term rentals?

13:23-How do they manage the financing on lending?

15:31-How to invest on furnishing to have a good renovation of the properties?

20:20-What are the things to look for in a good manager?

Link:

@spencerandashley

@travelluxepropertymanagement

How to Scale Using OPM and Creative Financing with ex Firefighter Dave Dupuis Feb 11, 2022

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In today's episode, we will be joined by Dave Dupuis, the husband of Melanie. These pair are also known as Mel & Dave The Investor Couple, are innovative real estate investors who have SOLELY acquired over 200 apartments in just a few short years. Using creative and successful strategies, they have been able to increase their portfolio significantly without using any of their own money. They impressively have 100% ownership of these properties, which means they keep 100% of the equity, appreciation, and cash flow.

Listen to this podcast now and learn how to invest using other people's money!

Highlights:

[02:20] Then & Now: How did the investor couple get to where they are?

[03:54] How did he get into the real estate world?

[06:57] Where did the couple learn about Creative Financing?

[11:26] How did he acquire his first 12 Properties?

[13:34] How does he find deals?

[14:50] Why did he focus on Value-add Properties?

[15:49] Why is the state favorable to landlords?

[17:10] How did he utilize OPM (Other People's Money)

[21:27] Why should we get expensive debt?

[22:04] Who is qualified to hold the mortgage?

[22:45] What is Asset-Based Lending?

[24:50] His advice to new investors

Links:

Website: Mel & Dave Investor Couple

LinkedIn: Investor Mel and Dave

Facebook: Investor Mel & Dave

Instagram: @investormeldave

Tiktok: investormeldave

Youtube: Investor Mel & Dave

Buying Cash Flowing Turn-Key-Ready Triplex's with Phillip Raffi Feb 04, 2022

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In this episode, Phillip Raffi, a real estate investor, and sustainability professional join us as he shares how you can start small and keep your goals attainable in real estate investments.

Tune in to this episode as we dive deep into creating cash flow in real estate investments!

Highlights:

[02:12] How did Phillip Raffi get into the real estate business?

[03:47] When did he acquire his first investment?

[05:00] How did he acquire his knowledge about investing in real estate?

[17:12] What is his overall cash flow?

[23:30] What gave him the confidence to invest in properties?

[29:39] What is the good thing about multi-family properties?

[35:11] What are his criterias in choosing the right tenants?

Link:

phillip.raffi@gmail.com

The Power of Infinite Banking in Real-Estate with Michael Sidhu Jan 21, 2022

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"Infinite Banking is a process of understanding how financing works and how your cash flow works, and how banking works." - Michael Sidhu

Have you ever been annoyed by the loan procedure, its intricacy, and delays? Have you ever missed out on a nice real estate purchase because you couldn't get a loan? Isn't it great if you could be your own banker? With infinite banking, you can.

In today's episode, we are joined by Michael Sidhu. Currently, in his 26th year in the finance industry, Michael Sidhu holds certifications as a Certified Financial Planner, Financial Management Advisor, a Registered Critical Illness Specialist, and a Certified Infinite Banking Practitioner. Since 2007, Michael's practical & tactical focus has been in the areas of corporate and business succession planning, intergenerational wealth transfers, trusts, tax-focused financial planning strategies for high-income professionals, business owners, and real estate investors.

He also collaborates with other specialists in the areas of investments, benefits, precious metals and bullion, and global capital transactions. His practice is focused on increasing clients' financial intelligence and helping them shift their mindset towards their economic potential by controlling more of their earned and unearned income, with a sharp focus on values of critical thinking. His prior experience in residential and commercial lending and underwriting helps him understand the value leveraging brings to creating wealth.

If you are tied up with the hassles of getting a loan and you want to know Infinite Banking better, then this episode is for you!

Highlights:

[03:08] What is Infinite Banking and how does it work?

[10:43] Why is it necessary to understand Infinite Banking?

[11:54] The Idea of Opportunity Cost

[16:51] The Secret to Creating Wealth

[19:06] Utilizing Policy for Real Estate Space

[24:33] Why rates don't matter in real estate?

[26:35] How does Infinite Banking work in handling down policies?

[33:12] Dropping Your Accounts On Policies

Links:

Website: https://ibcanadagroup.com/michael-sidhu/