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Canada’s Housing Crisis: Which Provinces Are Helping or Hurting Investors in 2025?
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.

Wayne Hillier
3 days ago5 min read
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Rent to Own for Investors: 5 Reasons It Should Be in Your Portfolio
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.

Wayne Hillier
4 days ago3 min read
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Fixed Rate vs Variable Rate Mortgages – What’s the Right Choice?
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.

Wayne Hillier
5 days ago3 min read
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5 Edmonton Neighbourhoods to Invest In
Looking to invest in Edmonton real estate? Here are 5 neighbourhoods worth considering for rental properties, BRRRRs, and flips—plus why each one works.

Wayne Hillier
6 days ago3 min read
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How To Build Your Rental Lease Agreement
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.

Gabby Hillier
May 232 min read
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Potential Red Deer Zoning Changes Create Huge Opportunity for Investors and Developers
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.

Wayne Hillier
May 223 min read
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Top 5 Reasons You Should Manage Your Own Rental Properties
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.

Gabby Hillier
May 212 min read
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It Now Takes Over 6 Years to Save for a Down Payment in Canada — And That’s Just the Beginning
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.

Wayne Hillier
May 203 min read
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Why Young Canadians Are Moving to Alberta (And What It Means for Real Estate Investors)
Young Canadians are choosing Alberta in record numbers. Here's how this migration trend is fueling rental demand, price growth, and new opportunities for real estate investors.

Wayne Hillier
May 142 min read
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How to Actually Succeed as a Real Estate Investor in 2025
What does it take to succeed in real estate investing in 2025? From mindset to systems, this post breaks down five essential traits of top Canadian investors — and how you can apply them to build long-term wealth.

Wayne Hillier
May 122 min read
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Spring Maintenance Checklist for Rental Properties in 2025
Get ahead this spring with expert tips from Gabby Hillier on how to maintain your rental properties in 2025. From furnace filters to hot water tank draining, learn how proactive upkeep protects your investments.

Gabby Hillier
May 72 min read
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How I Lost 70 Pounds While Building My Real Estate Investing Business
By Wayne Hillier, Real Estate Investing Masters May 5, 2025 | Edmonton, AB For years, I poured everything into building my real estate...

Wayne Hillier
May 52 min read
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Townhouses: The Cockroach of Real Estate Investing
Townhouses have quietly become one of the most reliable real estate investments in Alberta. Here's why they may outperform all other investments in 2025 — and how to use them as a stable building block for your portfolio.

Wayne Hillier
May 22 min read
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Is Edmonton’s Rental Market Running Out of Steam?
Edmonton’s rental market has been on fire — but how long will it last?
This article breaks down current RentFaster data, compares Edmonton to Calgary, and explains why main floor rents could fall 20% in the next 12–24 months.

Wayne Hillier
May 13 min read
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