Breakthrough Real Estate Investing Podcast

Here’s What You’ll Learn in our interview with Jordan Walczak: • How Jordan got started in real estate at just 19 years old, buying her first home and building momentum early as a young investor from Vancouver Island. • What it’s really like flipping condos in Calgary, including the advantages, challenges, and realities of working with condo boards and navigating special assessments. • Why reviewing condo documents carefully is critical, and how missing key details can turn a good-looking deal into a costly mistake. • The importance of detailed construction cost estimators and deal analyzers when flipping condos, and how they protect investors from thin or risky profit margins. • Common pitfalls of taking on projects with margins that are too small, and why discipline in deal analysis matters more than speed. ....and much much more.... Jordan Walczak is a Vancouver Island–born investor who bought her first home at just 19 years old and has been breaking barriers ever since. After moving to Calgary at 20, she founded Stirling Investments and built experience across flipping, BRRRRs, wholesaling, STRs, leasing, property management, and also holds her real estate license. Still under 30, Jordan has flipped 22 properties, including a notable 5-unit condo portfolio where she raised just shy of $2M. Her mission is to inspire young and female investors to pursue big goals. Instagram @jordwal website www.stirlinginvestments.ca

Here's What You'll Learn in Our Interview with Bilgehan... How to efficiently manage real estate conversions—including tackling unexpected renovation challenges with practical, experience-based strategies.   Why detailed planning and strong project management are essential for keeping investments on track and minimizing costly surprises.   Creative financing and refinancing tactics that can help investors scale their portfolio and optimize long-term returns.   The importance of community, mentorship, and a collaborative team dynamic in accelerating growth and building confidence as an investor.   How maintaining your personal ‘why’ and prioritizing continuous learning can keep you focused, motivated, and successful in real estate investing.   And Much Much More!   Dr. M. Bilgehan Erdem is a machine learning expert, technical leader, and educator based in Toronto. He holds a PhD, MSc, and BSc in Industrial & Systems Engineering and has spent the last decade building and scaling AI-driven products, most notably as the CTO of Smart Nora, where he led the end-to-end development of a non-intrusive snore-prevention device used globally. Bilgehan specializes in applied machine learning, optimization, and product-focused engineering, with hands-on experience across hardware, firmware, mobile, and data science teams. He is also an adjunct professor at Toronto Metropolitan University, teaching data analytics, Python, database systems, and advanced statistical modeling. Beyond tech, he is an active real-estate investor involved in multi-family developments and student rentals across Ontario. Bilgehan is passionate about building practical AI solutions, mentoring students, and exploring new opportunities at the intersection of ML, smart devices, and real-world problem solving.   LinkedIn profile: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/bilgehanerdem

Here's What You'll Learn in Our Interview with Adam...   How to plan and execute efficient renovation projects — and avoid common mistakes. Why early planning and building a strong power team are essential for successful renovations and real estate investing. How AI tools like ChatGPT are being used in construction—from sketching layouts and on-site procedures to navigating building codes and creating organized project flow. Smart financial strategies for investors—such as maximizing discounts, managing credit and payments, and planning ahead for refinancing. What the “Be A Pro Network” is and how collaborative communities are shaping the future of construction and real estate.   Adam Finch is a licensed carpenter, construction manager and real estate investor with over 20 years of experience in residential, commercial, and high-rise development. A former owner of his own renovation company, he now assists in planning and coordinating multimillion-dollar projects across Ontario as a construction scheduling manager at Melloul-Blamey Construction out of Waterloo Ontario. Known for his expertise in workflow efficiency and automation, Adam is helping teams modernize their systems and improve communication between field and office with technology and the emerging world of AI. A passionate speaker, podcaster and father, he shares insights on construction innovation, real estate investing, and leadership—helping others work smarter, build better, and lead with a “Be A Pro” mindset.   https://linktr.ee/theadamfinch   Join the Be A Pro Network here: https://stan.store/Theadamfinch  

Here's What You'll Learn in our Interview With Russell... - Why What you buy, Where you buy and Who you rent to are the most important fundamentals in any real estate deal - The impact of government policies, not just on investors, but on all Canadians - The importance of having a knowledgeable team - And much much more...   Russell helps Real Estate Investors start, grow, and scale the portfolios of their dreams. His presentations are known for being passionate, entertaining, educational, and inspirational. At his core, Russell is a teacher and master communicator. Over his career, he has reached more than 375,000 people through books, audio programs, live presentations, interviews, and podcasts. Russell brings nearly 30 years of real estate experience. He built his first million-dollar portfolio within a year of starting and has been actively growing and managing his holdings ever since. Russell is also the co-author of two Canadian bestsellers: 97 Tips for Canadian Real Estate Investors and Joint Ventures: The Canadian Investor’s Guide to Raising Money and Getting Deals Done. www.russellwestcott.com

  Here’s What You’ll Learn in our Interview with Dave: How Ontario’s “missing middle” housing market is creating new opportunities for investors. Key strategies to maximize property potential through lot severances and favorable development loopholes. How to navigate financing challenges, interest rate fluctuations, and MLI Select benefits. Practical tips for raising capital, staying compliant with securities laws, and managing projects effectively. The Missing Middle Conference and how you can be part of it. And much much more...   Dave Knight is a seasoned real estate investor, developer, and community leader with extensive experience across Canada and the U.S. He is a partner at SDG Canada, where he leads capital strategy and investor relations for purpose-driven infill and missing middle housing projects that prioritize both impact and scalability. With 15 years as an active-duty police officer, Dave brings a rare combination of deeply rooted integrity, trust-based leadership, and real-world problem-solving to the development space. He is also the founder of the First Responders Wealth Network, a national platform and podcast that empowers first responders throughout Canada and the US towards financial literacy and real estate investing across multiple asset classes. As co-founder of the Missing Middle Conference, Dave is focused on convening the most insightful and action-oriented voices in housing—from developers and planners to institutional leaders and policymakers. His mission is to get the right people in the room, spark meaningful conversations, and push the dialogue forward on how we can build housing better, faster, and more responsibly.   @daveknighter on Instagram     Missing Middle Conference 2025 Toronto Fairmont Royal York September 12thwww.TheMMC.ca Missing Middle Development Community - WhatsApp Group chat https://chat.whatsapp.com/ECz3fd5RFTqJmCYcjIUEBa?mode=ac_t