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Welcome to the Savvy Investor Podcast, where we provide practical insights on real estate investing, market trends, and expert tips from industry professionals.
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Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode This episode of The Savvy Investor Podcast hits close to home for a lot of investors right now. Host Michael Ponte revisits a powerful conversation at a time when the real estate market is shifting fast—rising inventory, softening property values, tighter rents, and shrinking cash flow are putting serious pressure on investors across the board. For some, it’s been enough to walk away entirely. That’s exactly why this episode matters. Melanie Rob...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode If you’ve been watching the rental market lately, you already know—things aren’t hitting the same. In this solo episode, host Michael Ponte breaks down what’s really going on as rent prices start to cool off across multiple markets. We’re talking about a shift that’s catching a lot of property owners off guard. Units that used to rent in a weekend? Now sitting vacant for 30–60 days. Lease renewals are coming up, and many landlords are starting to f...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode If your business feels like it can’t move without you, this episode is going to hit home. In the latest episode, we sit down with Aleks Sydorow, Director of Integrations at Savvy Investor, to talk about what it really takes to build a business that runs smoothly without you being at the center of everything. There comes a point where working harder just doesn’t cut it anymore. Growth starts to feel heavy. Every call, every decision, every problem s...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Thinking about pre-construction real estate investing? This episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast takes a closer look at the risks many investors are facing in today’s shifting market. Host Michael Ponte, founder of Savvy Investor and long-time Canadian real estate investor, is joined by Brandon Hans and Graham Barr of Barr LLP to talk about what’s really happening with pre-construction deals right now. Investors who bought a few years ago expecti...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Some real estate stories stick with you, and this one definitely does. In this episode, Trixy Castro shares how she went from humble beginnings to becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur. With no built-in advantages, she built her path through determination, discipline, and a strong belief in what she was capable of creating. We talk about the mindset behind real estate success, the power of clear goals, and why the people you surround yours...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode If you added up every dollar you made in real estate last year… how much of it actually stayed in your pocket after taxes? Not your gross revenue. Not the deal projections. What you actually kept. Most investors spend years learning how to find properties, analyze deals, and raise capital. But when it comes to real estate taxes, many rely on basic tax preparation once a year and call it a day. That’s compliance — not strategy. In this episode, I...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Is short-term rental investing still worth it… or has the acquisition boom cooled off? With cities tightening regulations, licenses disappearing, and bylaws changing fast, the question isn’t just “How much can this Airbnb make?” — it’s “Is this market stable enough to invest in?” Joining me is Kenny Bedwell, Founder & CEO of STR Insights, a data-driven platform helping investors analyze revenue potential, seasonality, regulation risk, and mark...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How do I start investing in real estate with no money?” — this episode is for you. Wholesaling real estate is one of the most talked-about strategies for beginners. No down payment. No mortgage approvals. No renovations. Just find a deal, lock it up, and assign it to another investor for a profit. On paper, it sounds straightforward. In reality? It’s a full-on business. In this episode, I sit down with Wade Fenner, a...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode We've hit a big milestone… the 100th Episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast! To celebrate, we went LIVE on our YouTube channel with a special panel episode called: “If I Were To Start All Over Again…" We bring in three veteran investors — Patrick Francey, Danielle Chiasson, and Christian Szpifogel — for an honest conversation about the real journeys behind their real estate investing success… the lessons, the challenges, and what they’d do differe...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Short-term rentals have changed the real estate investing game — but the rules keep shifting. Airbnb and VRBO can drive bookings, but they’re not something you own. And when your income depends on a platform you can’t control, that’s a risky place to be. The hosts who are winning long-term are treating STRs like a hospitality brand, not just a listing. I’m joined by Steph Weber, founder of The Weber Co., a branding and marketing agency built speci...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Taxes are one of those topics every real estate investor complains about, but very few spend enough time planning around. In this episode of the Savvy Investor Podcast, host Michael Ponte continues the conversation on tax strategy — this time with a focus on U.S. real estate investing and cross-border investors who want to do it right from the start. Michael is joined by Amanda Han and Matt MacFarland of Keystone CPA’s, two of the most recognized ...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Taxes might not be the most exciting part of real estate investing, but they can make or break your long-term returns. In this episode, we’re talking about the side of investing most people avoid until it’s too late — tax planning. We’re joined by our trusted partner, Lisa Elle from Ellements Financial, to break down how real estate investors should actually be thinking about taxes if they want to keep more of what they earn. This isn’t about scra...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode If financing feels like the thing slowing down your real estate business, this episode is for you. I sat down with Kyle Green from the Green Mortgage Team to talk about what financing really looks like for investors right now and how lenders are evaluating deals in today’s market. This isn’t theory — it’s based on what’s actually happening behind the scenes when loans are reviewed. In this episode, we cover: How banks and lenders are looking at rea...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Infill and multifamily projects don’t leave much room for error. Land is scarce, construction costs keep climbing, and timelines move fast. In this episode, we talk about the decisions that actually shape long-term performance — the ones made before the first shovel hits the ground. It’s not just about rents or exit value. It’s about how the building runs once people move in and the expenses start rolling in. I’m joined by Dan Illes, civil enginee...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode Happy New Year and welcome back to the Savvy Investor Podcast. This episode is all about pressing pause, looking at where you’ve been, and setting a clear tone for the year ahead. A fresh year brings motivation, big goals, and that feeling that change is finally possible — but sticking with it is where most people get tripped up. I’m joined by Melanie Robinson for a grounded, thoughtful conversation on starting the year with intention. We talk abo...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode This episode is a solo one — no guest, no interviews — just a real conversation about something almost every real estate investor runs into at some point: hesitation. Not starting. Waiting a little too long after saying you were going to move. As the year starts to slow down and the noise fades, it creates space to reflect. The inbox calms down, the calendar opens up, and suddenly you have room to think. That’s usually when the big questions show ...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode If you’ve spent any time around Canadian real estate investing or personal finance, you’ve probably heard about the Smith Manoeuvre — usually followed by a lot of mixed opinions and half-answers. In this episode, we slow things down and actually explain how this Canadian wealth-building strategy works when it’s set up the right way. I’m joined by Robinson Smith, one of the most trusted voices on the Smith Manoeuvre in Canada. His father created th...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode This week’s episode is a must-listen for landlords who are feeling the pinch of today’s shifting rental market. Vacancies are sitting longer, rents are flattening or even dropping in some areas, and competition between landlords is picking up fast. That pressure can lead to rushed decisions — and that’s often where costly mistakes begin. To break down what’s really happening across Canada, I’m joined by Mackenzie Wilson from SingleKey, one of the ...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode If you’ve been wondering whether multifamily is still worth your time in this weird economic moment—rate changes, tighter lending, rising costs—you’re not alone. Investors everywhere are trying to figure out what still pencils in 2025 and what could pay off heading into 2026. That’s why this week’s guest is the perfect person to weigh in. I sat down with Rob Mills from Equiton, a name investors across Canada know well for multifamily expertise, st...
Let Us Know What You Thought Of The Episode If you’ve been feeling that pull to grow your real estate business but something keeps making you hesitate, this episode is going to hit home. Scaling sounds exciting — more deals, more momentum, more freedom — but it also comes with those “am I really ready for this?” moments that every investor eventually faces. This week, I’m sitting down with Adrian Hernandez, a powerhouse in the real estate world who has helped build and scale teams nationwid...
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