🎧 Halfway Through 2025: Resetting Your Real Estate Goals
Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier

We’ve hit the halfway mark of 2025, and if you’re feeling behind on your real estate goals—this episode is your wake-up call. Wayne & Gabby break down how to reset, refocus, and actually get sh*t done before the end of the year. From daily routines to resource audits, this one is packed with mindset and tactics for action-takers. Plus, updates on Edmonton’s zoning battle (and the “F-bomb” heard round City Hall), and details about our upcoming investor barbecue and private lending info session on July 19.

🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode

• Why most investors only use 5 months of the year productively

• How to reverse engineer your 2025 investing goals

• The power of micro daily habits and routines

• How to assess what you have vs what you need

• The mindset shift needed to actually make progress

• Real talk about sacrifice, excuses, and delayed action

• Why hiring a coach helps you skip the “gap of confusion”

• Latest drama from Edmonton’s zoning and infill debates

👥 About Your Hosts
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies.
New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice.

💡 Resources & Contact
📘 Grab the 5% Rule™ Book: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test — https://a.co/d/3Xrcnhw
👥 Join Our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca
📊 Bookkeeping & Tax Help: www.finngo.com/rei
📩 Submit a Question: info@reimorningshow.com

📅 Upcoming Events
🔥 Free BBQ & Private Lending Info Session – July 19, Edmonton
Come meet us in person, network with local investors, learn about private lending from Calvert Home Mortgage, and enjoy a hotdog grilled by Samuel Huberdeaux.
🎟 Register Now → https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1443974268909?aff=oddtdtcreator
50% of spots are already filled—grab yours ASAP!

🎙 Red Deer Market Update with Krystal Kromm – July 8
Join us tomorrow for an in-depth update on the Red Deer real estate market with investor-focused realtor Krystal Kromm.

🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors
🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor
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🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team
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📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm
🌐 www.finngo.com/rei | 🔗 Facebook

💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers
🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca
📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca | 🔗 Facebook

🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation
📞 403-278-0249 | 📧 info@chmic.ca
🆔 FSRAO License Numbers: 13267 and 13268

🎧 Edmonton Real Estate Market Update + Foreclosures & Buyer Strategy for July 2025
Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier

This morning’s episode features a deep dive into the Edmonton real estate market update for July 2025, with returning guest Calvin Hexter from Calvin Realty. Wayne and Gabby kick off the show with some lively banter and a powerful reminder that July is one of the best times of year for investors to find great opportunities.

They also answer a listener question about foreclosures in Edmonton, covering the differences between bank and court-ordered sales, common misconceptions, and how investors can still find solid BRRRR or flip opportunities. The show wraps up with a big announcement about REICON 2025, Calvin’s investor-focused conference coming this September in Edmonton.

🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode

• Why July and August are prime months for real estate deals in Edmonton

• What the latest Edmonton market stats say about supply, pricing, and buyer opportunities

• Why court-ordered foreclosures rarely offer huge discounts in Canada

• The key risks and rewards when buying foreclosures as an investor

• How to use market cycles and days on market to your advantage

• The current months of inventory and how to interpret it as an investor

• Why many sellers chase the market down instead of pricing right the first time

• What to expect from REICON 2025 — and why it’s focused on deals, deals, deals

👥 About Your Hosts
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies.
New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice.

💡 Resources & Contact
Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca
Bookkeeping & Tax help: www.finngo.com/rei
Submit a question: info@reimorningshow.com

📅 Upcoming Events

🔑 Private Lending Q&A Session with Calvert Home Mortgage
📍 Live in Edmonton – July 19, 2025 @ 6:00 PM MT
Get your questions answered directly by the team at Calvert. Learn how to use private lending to fund BRRRRs, flips, and fast deals.
🎟️ Register here https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1443974268909?aff=oddtdtcreator

📘 Grab the New Book: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test
Learn how to analyze and buy sustainable rental properties using Wayne’s proven 5% Rule™ framework.
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🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors
🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor
📞 (587) 377-8584
🔗 Facebook

🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team
🌐 calvinrealty.ca
🔗 Facebook

📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm
🌐 www.finngo.com/rei
🔗 Facebook

💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers
🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca
📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca
🔗 Facebook

🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation
📞 403-278-0249
📧 info@chmic.ca
🆔 FSRAO License Numbers: 13267 and 13268

🎧 Why July Is the Time to Buy: Why Real Estate Investors Should Love Summer
Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier

In today’s episode, Wayne and Gabby explain why July is one of the most strategic months for real estate investors to buy properties. While most people go into vacation mode, smart real estate investors can take advantage of more inventory, better negotiation terms, less competition, and ideal weather for renovations. They also reflect on the sudden passing of a community member and share valuable lessons on living with intention.

🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode

• Why July offers a unique advantage for buying real estate

• How emotional desperation in spring markets leads to overpaying

• Key seasonal trends and how to time your buying strategy

• Tips for finding motivated sellers and negotiating better deals

• Why July is ideal for BRRRR projects and refinancing timelines

• How summer networking leads to easier joint venture opportunities

• Lessons from a community member’s passing about living with purpose

• Upcoming market update episode with Calvin Hexter

👥 About Your Hosts
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies.
New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice.

💡 Resources & Contact
Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca
Bookkeeping & tax help: www.finngo.com/rei
Submit a question: info@reimorningshow.com

📅 Upcoming Event – July 19, 2025
Join us for a free real estate investor networking BBQ and private lending info session with Calvert Home Mortgage and SPM Inc.
✅ Meet fellow investors
✅ Learn about financing fix & flips and BRRRRs
✅ Bring a lawn chair and come mingle!

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1443974268909?aff=oddtdtcreator

🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors
🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor
📞 (587) 377-8584
🔗 Facebook

🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team
🌐 calvinrealty.ca
🔗 Facebook

📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm
🌐 www.finngo.com/rei
🔗 Facebook

💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers
🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca
📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca
🔗 Facebook

🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation
📞 403-278-0249
📧 info@chmic.ca
🆔 FSRAO License Numbers: 13267 and 13268.

🎧 Turning Red Flags into Green Lights: Real Estate Opportunities Hiding in Plain Sight
Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier

Today’s episode dives into the surprising real estate “red flags” that often scare buyers away—but savvy investors know how to turn them into serious opportunities. From foundation cracks to bad smells, Wayne & Gabby walk you through how to assess, price, and profit from what others overlook. They also cover the latest on Edmonton’s zoning debate and recap a successful Red Deer investor meetup.

🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode

• Why the 6-unit vs 8-unit zoning discussion matters for Edmonton investors

• The truth about foundation cracks (and how to spot a deal)

• How scary smells and cosmetic issues can mean huge upside

• What to do when you see water in the basement

• The simple fixes behind overwhelming inspection reports

• How to use old electrical or plumbing systems to negotiate price

• Why vacant homes, pests, and squatters might be your next best deal

• The mindset shift needed to see red flags as green lights

👥 About Your Hosts
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies.
New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice.

💡 Resources & Contact
Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca
Bookkeeping & tax help: www.finngo.com/rei
Submit a question: info@reimorningshow.com

📅 Upcoming Events
Edmonton Real Estate Investing Networking & Private Lending Info Session
📍 Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park – Park Site #5, Edmonton
📆 July 19th, 2025 | 4:00–8:00 PM
🎯 FREE event with games, hot dogs, and an open Q&A featuring Calvert Home Mortgage
👨‍👩‍👧 Family friendly – spots are limited, register everyone attending!
🔗 Register on Eventbrite

🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors
🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor
📞 (587) 377-8584
🔗 Facebook

🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team
🌐 calvinrealty.ca
🔗 Facebook

📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm
🌐 www.finngo.com/rei
🔗 Facebook

💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers
🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca
📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca
🔗 Facebook

🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation
📞 403-278-0249
📧 info@chmic.ca
🆔 FSRAO License Numbers: 13267 and 13268

🎧 Why Real Estate Is the Best Investment in Canada
Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier

In this episode, Wayne and Gabby break down the 10 big reasons why real estate is still the smartest investment in Canada. From steady cash flow and tax benefits to tenant-paid mortgages and real-world assets, they make a compelling case for why real estate outperforms stocks, crypto, and mutual funds—especially in today’s economic climate. Whether you’re brand new or looking to double down, this episode will reinforce exactly why real estate stands the test of time.

🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode

• Why cash flow matters more than paper profits

• How appreciation builds generational wealth

• The power of leverage in Canadian real estate

• Why tenants are your silent wealth builders

• Tax advantages most investors don’t leverage

• How real estate stays valuable in uncertain times

• Multiple income streams from one property

• Why control is a major advantage

• Canada’s growing housing demand

• The legacy real estate helps you build

👥 About Your Hosts
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies.
New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice.

💡 Resources & Contact
Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca
Bookkeeping & tax help: www.finngo.com/rei
Submit a question: info@reimorningshow.com
Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test
📘 Order Now

🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors
🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor
📞 (587) 377-8584
🔗 Facebook

🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team
🌐 calvinrealty.ca
🔗 Facebook

📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm
🌐 www.finngo.com/rei
🔗 Facebook

💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers
🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca
📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca
🔗 Facebook

🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation
📞 403-278-0249
📧 info@chmic.ca
🆔 FSRAO License Numbers: 13267 and 13268

🎧 What Landlords Are Responsible For in Alberta + Calgary's Housing Strategy
Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier

Today’s show takes a deep dive into two important topics for Alberta real estate investors: the responsibilities landlords must meet to stay compliant in Alberta, and how the City of Calgary is addressing its housing crisis with bold new initiatives. Whether you invest in Edmonton, Calgary, or anywhere in Alberta, this episode is packed with insights to keep you informed and ahead of the curve.

🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode

• What landlords are actually required to provide in Alberta rental properties

• The minimum safety, heating, water, and maintenance standards landlords must follow

• Calgary’s “Home Is Here” strategy to close the housing supply gap

• How many market and non-market units Calgary added in 2024

• Why Calgary now leads Canada in housing starts per capita

• What changes are still needed to make housing affordable

• How investors can interpret this data for future opportunities

👥 About Your Hosts
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies.
New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice.

💡 Resources & Contact
Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca
Bookkeeping & tax help: www.finngo.com/rei
Submit a question: info@reimorningshow.com

🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors

🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor
📞 (587) 377-8584
🔗 Facebook

🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team
🌐 calvinrealty.ca
🔗 Facebook

📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm
🌐 www.finngo.com/rei
🔗 Facebook

💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers
🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca
📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca
🔗 Facebook

🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation
📞 403-278-0249
📧 info@chmic.ca
🆔 FSRAO License Numbers: 13267 and 13268

🎧 How To Choose an Investor-Focused Mortgage Broker (With Keaton Kirkwood)
Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier

In today’s episode, Wayne is joined by Keaton Kirkwood from Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group to break down exactly what makes a great investor-focused mortgage broker. If you're building a real estate portfolio in Canada, your broker shouldn’t just qualify you—they should help you strategically grow. This is a masterclass in what to ask, how brokers think, and the real difference between investor-focused and retail brokers.

Whether you're a new investor or growing fast, this episode will help you choose the right person to guide your financing decisions.

🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode

• Why most mortgage brokers are trained for retail—not investors

• What makes a broker “investor-focused”

• How a great broker can help you plan 2–3 purchases ahead

• The difference between qualification and strategy

• Why communication and transparency are critical

• Common mistakes investors make when choosing a broker

• Keaton’s top advice for vetting your financing team

👥 About Your Hosts
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies.
New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice.

💡 Resources & Contact
Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca
Bookkeeping & tax help: www.finngo.com/rei
Submit a question: info@reimorningshow.com

Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test

🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors
🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor
📞 (587) 377-8584
🔗 Facebook

🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team
🌐 calvinrealty.ca
🔗 Facebook

📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm
🌐 www.finngo.com/rei
🔗 Facebook

💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers
🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca
📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca
🔗 Facebook

🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation
📞 403-278-0249
📧 info@chmic.ca
🆔 FSRAO License Numbers: 13267 and 13268