Start Small, But Just Start

he world is full of people who want to succeed and achieve great things. However, not everyone lands that amazing job right out of school.  Most young people have to work hard for several years to actually achieve these goals. 

There are many ways for you to become successful and wealthy, they all take time and hard work.  Real estate investing is one way for you to create your own economy and earn money while you sleep. There is no denying that real estate investing is a tried, tested and true means of creating wealth. It has been around for a long time and there are plenty of success stories of investors who are able to live a life by their design. 

Every investor started knowing very little. The key is that you must be willing to learn and trust yourself. First you learn then you practice what you have learned to get the outcome that you want. Knowledge is power! Learning whatever you need to know will give you an edge over everyone else who is feeling around in the dark. You also need to trust yourself. Learn whatever you need to know so that you can get through these uncertain times and thrive during them. The first step is realizing that if you don’t trust yourself right now, then when will you ever?

We’ve all read the same stories, the economy’s tanking, the unemployment rate is skyrocketing, and people are losing their homes. Even though we’re all going through a rough patch, it’s important to remember that what you’re experiencing is unique. You have your economy—and it’s up to you how well it does or doesn’t fare. Creating your own economy is not only good for the soul, it is the only way to ensure long term wealth building. This means you are no longer at the mercy of your employer and the countries/global economy. The first place to start is with your housing. You can become an investor or buy a home in a market that is undervalued and fix it up.

The real estate market is like any other market. There are ups and there are downs. There is a law that states that whatever goes up must come down. This goes for the economy as well. It will go up again like it always does. We may not know when, but it will. The savvy investor is ready to buy at any time. They aren’t controlled by the waves caused by the economy. They ride a wave of their own. Their economy will define when they are ready to act. Wealthy-minded investors take advantage of economic uncertainty. They hunt for ways to have their money earn them more money.

They make small investments when it makes sense. These will compound over time and earn money. Even in the smallest action, momentum begins. This momentum will manifest if you nurture it. I know it’s scary to start something new. It’s easy to get caught up in the fear of what might happen if things don’t go your way. That’s why it’s so important to start small.

All good things come once you have the knowledge and are ready to commit to practicing what you have learned about investing. This is the point when opportunities come along and they don’t pass you by. Invest in what you are comfortable with and over time, you will earn money in more ways than one. 

Thoughts on the Handling of Non-Payment of Rent Applications at the Landlord Tenant Board

It’s time to address a critical issue — the handling of NON-PAYMENT OF RENT applications at the LANDLORD AND TENANT BOARD LTB).

Currently, the board is backlogged with 53,000 cases, and the majority of these are non-payment of rent applications (N4). According to the Landlord and Tenant Board’s 2022-2023 annual report, there were a total of 64,450 landlord applications, with 37,690 being N4 non-payment of rent applications. This is completely unacceptable! The sheer volume of these cases demonstrates a broken system that is not serving the needs of landlords or tenants, further contributing to the housing crisis in Ontario.

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How to Turn $150K Into a $200K Down Payment: A Playbook for First-Time Buyers

Buying a first home is a huge milestone,​ but for many Canadians, saving for the down payment can feel like an uphill battle. Rising home prices and borrowing costs have made this a significant challenge—but with the right strategy, there’s a way to help your clients stretch their savings further.

The Secret Weapons: RRSP and FHSA

These government programs are tailor-made for first-time buyers.

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House Prices Are Low, Now Is The Right Time To Invest In Real Estate

“Be Fearful When Others Are Greedy and Be Greedy When Others Are Fearful’ 

 ~ Warren Buffet

This quote fits in with how the state of the real estate market is going. Right now, home prices are lower and the interest rates are higher. This is causing uncertainty and some people will not buy. You can be certain in this, prices and interest rates will continue to go up and down. No market situation is forever. People will always need a roof over their heads, that is FOREVER!  

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