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The Truth About Real Estate Investing... for Canadians

Erwin Szeto
Real Estate Investing
Real Estate Investment
Canada
Real Estate
Ontario
Real Estate Market
Investment Strategies
Property Management
Affordable Housing
Cash Flow
Interest Rates
Toronto
Financial Planning
Private Lending
Mortgage Financing
Alberta
Real Estate Development
Housing Market
Airbnb
Housing Crisis

Are you a Canadian real estate investor looking for real Canadian Content? You've found it! Since 2016, this weekly show has helped Canadians cut through the BS and uncover the truth about how to most effectively invest in real estate. Ranked as high as #81 globally in iTunes' Business category, host Erwin Szeto is a real estate investor and 4X Investor Realtor of the Year, with just under $500M i... more

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Host

Erwin Szeto
Host of The Truth About Real Estate Investing Show since 2016, providing insights on real estate investment strategies for Canadians and leveraging his successful background as a real estate investor and Realtor of the Year.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 270 ratings
  • Great real estate podcast

    I love this podcast and it has been a trusted resource for me for years! I love how Erwin, you aren’t afraid to pivot the strategy and keep finding new ways to be successful with real estate. Plus you are the real deal and only promoting valid long-term strategies, none of the pump and dump. We often see in real estate. Thanks for all you’re doing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brad Pickering
    Canada10 months ago
  • Well worth a listen!!

    Loving this podcast. Erwin is a fantastic host and does a great job at interviewing his guests!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Poppy@davedubeau
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • True review

    Great podcast! Very informative but Irwin, read the room captain America?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JonCRVanIsland
    Canadaa year ago
  • Speaking the truth

    Great podcast! The best part is how you talk about the mistakes and failures that professional real estate investors make. No sugar coating here, just nerdy Asian dad jokes, just like friend’s dads in Vancouver. Keep up the great work Mr. Asian Tiger Cat!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJ Marx
    Canada2 years ago
  • Best real estate podcast for Canada… and now the US

    Love how objective Erwin can be. Was a long time Canada advocate but has objectively adjusted his views and beliefs based on the ever changing economics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Akim_83
    Canada2 years ago

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Feedback includes strong recommendations for those interested in real estate investing, with comments on how the material is relevant and actionable.
Listeners appreciate the wealth of knowledge shared and the honesty about investment challenges.
Many highlight the engaging style of the host and the quality of guests featured, providing practical insights into the market.

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Apple Podcasts
#220
Canada/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#231
Poland/Business/Investing

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Build 6 Units in Toronto and Pay Zero Development Charges
Q: Walk us through the practical steps to start a sweet spot project—do you hire a realtor, door-knock, or where do you find properties?
You start with a realtor who understands missing middle, you can also find deals on MLS, and you should look for properties where you can build large structures with minimal setbacks. Design, then engage a contractor and a lender who understands multi-unit value; the mid-market approach is to assemble a team (realtor, designer, builder, lender) and move quickly to secure permits.
How Canadians Can Win in U.S. Real Estate in 2026 (Without Betting on Appreciation)
Q: Can you explain your investment style and how you approach deals in the U.S. as a Canadian investor?
I'm a buy-and-hold investor who uses a core strategy of forcing appreciation through distressed properties, multi-family deals, and properly structured financing, while building robust systems and teams to run things remotely. I emphasize due diligence, a staged approach to deal analysis, and adapting strategies to market conditions rather than chasing appreciation alone.
70 Properties. Private Money. Mental Breakdown. The Truth About Scaling Real Estate
Q: Can you tell us about the journey?
The guest describes starting with a single-family portfolio, learning through seminars, and scaling up using private money and refinancing to acquire more properties, ultimately facing a massive crisis during COVID that forced a strategic restructuring and protector-proposal to settle with investors.
CRA Audit Nightmare: How I Lost $14 Million in Real Estate (And What I’m Doing Now)
Q: So let's start with the investor journey. So for those who don't know you, I met you when you first launched your property management business.
I launched it around 2018. I've been investing since 2016 and eventually closed the property management business around 2021.
From 18 Income Streams to Zero: A Real Conversation About Risk in Real Estate
Q: Could you estimate how far from peak those prices were that you sold at?
When they bought at the peak, they were banking on 1.2 million but sold at 980, which was still almost 100,000 higher than some of the other comps in the area.

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This podcast is a robust resource for Canadian real estate investors, providing valuable insights and strategies for effective property investment. Covering a range of topics from the emotional and financial challenges of investment to practical discussions on market trends and strategies, the content is tailored to address the unique landscape of real estate in Canada. Host Erwin Szeto, a seasoned investor himself, engages with a variety of guests who share their experiences, strategies, and lessons learned in the industry, offering listeners a well-rounded perspective on investing and wealth-building. Notably, the podcast is marked by its candid discussions about failures, real estate realities, and the importance of due diligence in inve... more

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