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The Truth About Real Estate Investing... for Canadians

Erwin Szeto
Real Estate Investing
Real Estate Investment
Toronto Real Estate Market
Canada
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Airbnb
Capital Gains Tax
Real Estate
Economic Growth
Ontario Real Estate Market
Stock Options
Manufacturing Jobs
Cash Flow
Investment Strategies
Niagara-On-the-Lake
Multi-Family Properties
Rent Reporting
Front Lobby
Windsor Real Estate
Market Trends

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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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Erwin sits down with Anderson, a professional trader who went from driving DoorDash and trading on his phone to getting paid to trade stocks, options, and futures. Anderson shares his real journey—immigrating to Canada, funding his t... more

In this episode, Erwin talks with Glen Sutherland, a full-time Canadian investor actively scaling US real estate from Canada. They break down what’s working in 2026, why relying on appreciation is risky, and how experienced investors use systems, cre... more

Rasna Arora built a $50 million real estate portfolio across 70 properties using private money, refinancing, and aggressive scaling. Then the market shifted — and everything unraveled.

In this raw and honest conversation, we unpack the realities of ... more

Adam Kitchener built a $14 million real estate portfolio — and then lost it after a CRA audit.

In this episode, he shares the hard lessons from scaling fast, navigating tax mistakes, surviving an audit battle, and rebuilding from scratch.

If you're... more

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Recent Guests

Glen Sutherland
Full-time real estate investor, educator
Canadian Investing in the USA
Episode: How Canadians Can Win in U.S. Real Estate in 2026 (Without Betting on Appreciation)
Rasna Arora
Real estate investor who built a $50 million portfolio and later navigated a major financial restructuring
Private real estate investing, coaching, Rentals by Ras
Episode: 70 Properties. Private Money. Mental Breakdown. The Truth About Scaling Real Estate
Serena Holmes
Award-winning marketing and business professional with over 20 years of experience helping entrepreneurs, investors, and brands scale with intention.
M1 Capital Connectors
Episode: From 18 Income Streams to Zero: A Real Conversation About Risk in Real Estate
Winnie Tsang
Former corporate CFO who now acts as a personal CFO for families and business owners navigating wealth, risk, and long-term planning.
Open Concept Financial Group
Episode: From Corporate CFO to Personal CFO: A 2026 New Year Wealth Reset for Investors
Scott Dillingham
Owner of mortgage brokerages in both USA and Canada and an investor specialist with extensive experience.
Lend City Canada and USA
Episode: Mortgage Market Update for 2026 | Residential, Commercial, Development, Canada, USA & Mexico!
Mike Rosehart
Real estate investor turned hotel operator
Episode: From Houses to Hotels: A Real Life Monopoly Story
Thomas Lorini
Cross-border real estate expert and multi-family specialist, originally from Toronto, now based in California
Wealth Genius Network
Episode: How a Canadian WealthGenius Coach Scaled a U.S. Multifamily Portfolio
Tim Hong
Veteran real estate investor, coach, and property manager who has been in the industry for two decades.
Erwin Real Estate
Episode: How to Sell a Tenanted Property in 2026: What Investors Need to Know Now
Chelsey Fawcett
President of the Ottawa Real Estate Investors Association and founder of Grant Solutions Canada.
Grant Solutions Canada
Episode: Unlocking Affordable Housing in Canada: Grants, Prefab Homes & Real Estate Investing with Chelsey Fawcett.

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 269 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
    Canada8 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 Kingdom10 months 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.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#95
Canada/Business/Investing
Apple Podcasts
#239
Canada/Business

Talking Points

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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.
From 18 Income Streams to Zero: A Real Conversation About Risk in Real Estate
Q: What isn't keeping you busy?
Since we spoke last, I've started working with M1 Real Capital, maintaining a book of clients and coaching them on how to raise capital the right way.

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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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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Glen Sutherland
2. Rasna Arora
3. Serena Holmes
4. Winnie Tsang
5. Scott Dillingham
6. Mike Rosehart
7. Thomas Lorini
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