Where Should I Invest? Real Estate Investing in Canada

In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Sarah and Kelly sat down with Carrie Soave, an AI strategist and real estate entrepreneur who’s helping investors adapt to the fast-changing tech landscape. Carrie shared how she transitioned from being a licensed agent to running a million-dollar company powered by AI, with a lean team and […] The post Harnessing AI: Future-Proofing Real Estate Investing first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Sarah and Kelly sat down with returning guest Marcin Drozdz to talk about what it really takes to scale in real estate through capital raising. Since his last appearance, Marcin has focused on expanding his portfolio, navigating market shifts, and doubling down on the high-income skill of […] The post From Dream to Reality: Capital Strategies for Real Estate in 2025 first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Sarah and Kelly sat down with Nick Hill, a real estate investor, mortgage broker, and co-host of The Canadian Real Estate Investor podcast. They had a no-fluff conversation about what it takes to build wealth in today’s market. From launching multiple businesses to managing burnout, Nick shares […] The post Building a Resilient Business in a Volatile Economy first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Thinking about expanding your portfolio across the border? In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Sarah Larbi and Kelly Casimiro reconnect with Jamil Rahemtula, an investor-focused realtor and cross-border expert, who breaks down exactly how Canadians can enter the U.S. real estate market. From setting up the right entities to navigating financing and Section […] The post Helping Canadian Real Estate Investors Understand US Entry and Section 8 first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Sarah and Kelly sat down with Fritz Vilegas, a registered nurse, twin mom, and real estate investor whose story is rooted in resilience, purpose, and community. Originally from the Philippines, Fritz immigrated to Canada, worked multiple jobs to save her first down payment, and began a real […] The post Real Estate Adventures From the Philippines to Nunavut first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Sarah and Kelly sat down with Debbie Balfour, a real estate investor and coach whose story goes far beyond spreadsheets. From launching her investment journey in 2019 to navigating a devastating house fire and a sudden layoff within two months of each other, Debbie’s resilience has helped […] The post Strategies to Adapt and Succeed From Major Setbacks first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Sarah and Kelly sat down with Babar Moghal, a returning guest whose real estate journey has gone from small multifamily BRRRRs to major development projects, including senior housing and large-scale multifamily across Alberta. Babar walks us through how he leapt from investor to developer, covering deal structuring, […] The post Building the Development Dream: Creating Successful Housing Solutions first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Sarah Larbi reconnects with mortgage expert Dalia Barsoum from Streetwise Mortgages to unpack what’s going on in real estate financing mid-2025. With over a decade of collaboration, Sarah and Dalia dive into what’s changed, what’s working, and how investors can adapt to the new economic realities. From […] The post Opportunities and Strategies for Real Estate Financing in 2025 first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

What happens when you buy your first property at 19, move across the world, and build a portfolio that’s aligned with your lifestyle, not someone else’s idea of success? In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Sarah and Kelly sit down with Amy Brooke, a CPA-turned-full-time investor who left corporate life to pursue real […] The post Ditching the Corporate Life to Live on Your Terms first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Ever thought about walking away from the security of a 9–5 to build your own real estate business? In this episode of Where Should I Invest Sarah and Kelly sit down with Kyle Guthro, an investor, licensed agent, and entrepreneur who left a high-paying corporate job to pursue a life and business on his own […] The post Crafting Freedom: Building a Life on Your Own Terms Through Real Estate first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

What if your next investment wasn’t in your backyard but across the border? In this episode of Where Should I Invest, I sit down with James Lloyd and Voytek Mardula from USProperties.ca to talk about why Detroit is becoming one of the most attractive markets for Canadian investors. I recently bought a property through them, […] The post Cash Flow and Scalability with US Property Investments first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Are you building a real estate portfolio that supports your lifestyle or one that traps you in hustle mode? In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Kelly and Sarah chat with Fernando Nunes, a business development coach, investor, and speaker who’s rethinking what financial freedom really means. Fernando shares how his investing journey led […] The post Freedom and Lifestyle by Design: Investing & Living in Portugal and Beyond first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

Curious about hotel investing but not sure where to start? In this episode of Where Should I Invest, Kelly and I are joined by hotel investor and entrepreneur Sujay Mehta, founder of Bloom Ventures. Sujay shares how he went from exploring a development opportunity in his community to building a growing portfolio of branded hotel […] The post The Strategic Shift: Why Choose Hotel Investing Over Multifamily first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

From creating a financial safety net to fueling your real estate investments, our guest today, Liz Lamond, breaks down how to make your money work harder! We’re also diving into wealth-building strategies! This episode is a must-listen if you want to secure your future while supercharging your portfolio! Liz is passionate about transforming financial potential […] The post Breaking Down Infinite Banking: How Real Estate Investors Can Benefit first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

In this episode of Where Should I Invest, I’m thrilled to introduce my new co-host, Kelly Casimiro! Kelly’s journey is incredible. She went from having zero real estate experience to building a thriving midterm rental business, all while managing a full-time job and family life. And now? She’s thinking even bigger with her eyes set […] The post Finding Real Estate Investing Success As a Full-Time Working Mom first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

In this special election edition of Where Should I Invest, Sarah Larbi welcomes back Darren Cabral to unpack the key housing, energy, and economic policies from the Liberal and Conservative parties ahead of Canada’s April 28th election. Known for his no-nonsense, entrepreneurial lens, Darren breaks down what each platform means for real estate investors, entrepreneurs, […] The post What Real Estate Investors Need to Know About The Federal Election first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

If you think you need a ton of cash and perfect credit to get started in real estate, think again! In this episode of Where Should I Invest, I’m joined by Donny Wong, a powerhouse investor and property manager who transformed his life from having zero money and terrible credit to thriving in the world […] The post Understanding and Winning With the Rental Arbitrage Model first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

If you think you need a ton of cash and perfect credit to get started in real estate, think again! In this episode of Where Should I Invest, I’m joined by Donny Wong, a powerhouse investor and property manager who transformed his life from having zero money and terrible credit to thriving in the world […] The post Understanding and Winning With the Rental Arbitrage Model first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

In this episode of the podcast, I had the pleasure of welcoming Eaton Grant, a multifaceted entrepreneur, pastor, and motivational speaker. Eaton’s journey is a remarkable blend of faith, business acumen, and a deep commitment to helping others, making for an inspiring conversation. We kicked off the episode by discussing Eaton’s diverse background, which […] The post Navigating Life’s Challenges: Lessons in Faith, Service, and Personal Growth first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.

In this episode of our podcast, I had the pleasure of welcoming back Cam McCarroll, a seasoned real estate investor and entrepreneur, to discuss his journey through various investment strategies, including real estate, stock options, and Bitcoin. We kicked off the conversation with a light-hearted exchange about my recent trip to Costa […] The post Exploring Investment Strategies: From Real Estate to Stock Options and Bitcoin first appeared on Sarah Larbi Developments.