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Choosing the right real estate coach can make or break your investing success. Here’s how Canadian investors can find a mentor who delivers real results, not just motivation.

Struggling with tax season or tracking your rental income? Here’s why Canadian real estate investors need an accounting team that actually understands investing. We break down the key benefits of working with a firm like Finngo and explain why Steve Tsonev is Canada’s top investor-focused accountant.

Unemployment Rates in Canada’s Top 5 Cities – May 2025 By Wayne Hillier, Real Estate Investing Masters June 13, 2025 | Edmonton, AB...

Alberta is one of the most landlord-friendly provinces in Canada, but if you don’t know the rules, you’re putting your investment at risk. Here’s what every investor needs to know about landlord laws in 2025.

Edmonton’s real estate market is entering a new phase. Prices are softening, inventory is rising, and investors are quietly returning to one of Alberta’s most resilient property types: suited homes. Here’s what you need to know before the next wave hits.

Canada’s unemployment rate hit 7% in May, the highest level since 2016 outside the pandemic. Here's what that means for real estate investors, why it matters for student and part-time rental markets, and how to adjust your investing strategy to stay protected.

Many Canadians want to invest in real estate, but most never do. In this post, Wayne Hillier breaks down the five biggest reasons new investors fail before they even start, and what you can do to avoid making the same mistakes.

Thinking about using your home equity to invest in real estate? In this post, we break down the pros and cons of using a HELOC in Canada, from strategic leverage to potential risks, so you can make a smart, informed decision.

Want to make sure your next rental property actually makes money? In this post, I’ll show you how to analyze rental property cash flow like a pro using real-world examples from Alberta. Learn what numbers to look at, which hidden costs investors forget, and how to stress-test your deals before you buy. This is the foundation of smart, sustainable real estate investing.

Edmonton and Calgary are two of Alberta’s most popular real estate markets — but which city offers better returns for investors in 2025? In this article, real estate coach Wayne Hillier breaks down the key differences in cash flow, appreciation, zoning, and tenant profile so you can decide which market fits your investing goals.

Canada just released its 2025 Housing Report Card, and the results are eye-opening. While the federal government is leading the charge, provinces like Alberta are falling behind on zoning, innovation, and affordability. Here’s what real estate investors need to know.

Thinking about adding Rent to Own to your real estate investing toolkit? Here are 5 compelling reasons why this strategy deserves a place in your portfolio — from stronger cash flow to lower tenant headaches and better JV potential.

Choosing between a fixed or variable mortgage can make or break your next investment. Mortgage strategist Keaton Kirkwood joins Wayne Hillier to explain how real estate investors can align their financing with their long-term goals—and avoid costly mistakes like six-figure penalties. Learn what most banks won’t tell you.

Looking to invest in Edmonton real estate? Here are 5 neighbourhoods worth considering for rental properties, BRRRRs, and flips—plus why each one works.

Many real estate investors quit before they ever succeed — not because they can’t do it, but because they start with the wrong education and unrealistic expectations. Learn what really drives people out of the game and how to protect yourself from the most common mistakes.

If you're a landlord in Alberta or anywhere in Canada, your lease agreement is one of the most important tools you have. In this post, we break down what to include, how to protect yourself, and the bonus clauses we've added over the years.

Red Deer is on the verge of major zoning reforms. Learn how new bylaws, updated zoning, and the $12M Housing Accelerator Fund could unlock 4-plex and 8-plex development opportunities for real estate investors and developers.

Discover the top 5 reasons why self-managing your rental properties might be the smartest move for your real estate business — and how to do it remotely.

A new report shows it now takes over six years for Canadians to save a 20% down payment on a home — even with disciplined saving. We break down the reasons, the ripple effects, and what this means for the future of homeownership in Canada.

The “Missing Middle” is more than a buzzword — it’s a housing shift that’s changing zoning across Canada. Learn what it is, where it came from, and how it could impact investors.