Is it really possible to build a thriving Airbnb business in both Canada and the U.S.? Brandon Jimenez says yes—and he’s doing it!

In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with Brandon Jimenez of Smart Money Fam to explore his unique journey in real estate investing. Brandon shares how he and his wife started in Ontario and grew a diverse portfolio from coast to coast in Canada, including long-term rentals, flips, and house hacking. But they didn’t stop there—they’ve now expanded into the U.S. with a savvy Airbnb arbitrage strategy.

You'll hear Brandon’s insights on:

• Why they target vacant properties and avoid tenant headaches

• How short-term rentals help mitigate risks during market dips

• The big benefits of earning U.S. dollars as Canadians

• What Airbnb arbitrage really is and how it works

• Their strategy for scaling in the U.S. without buying property

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In this powerful and transparent episode of the Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with seasoned multifamily investor Mark Kenney. With over 30 years of real estate experience and more than 18,000 units under his belt, Mark opens up about the volatile ups and downs of the multifamily space, especially over the past few years.

Mark shares candid insights on the state of the market in 2025, lessons learned from navigating through financial storms, and the critical missteps to avoid in multifamily investing. From loan structure disasters and insurance cost explosions to the importance of long-term, fixed-rate debt and stable markets, Mark pulls back the curtain on what it's really like to operate in today’s multifamily world.

This episode isn’t just a reflection on past mistakes—it’s a roadmap for what to do differently moving forward. Whether you're a seasoned operator or an aspiring investor, this is a must-listen for understanding how to build resilience in your portfolio, choose better partners, and protect your capital.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why Mark no longer invests in “hot” markets like Florida

• The dangers of bridge loans and rate caps

• How insurance hikes and evictions are reshaping investment strategies

• The dark side of depreciation and tax recapture

• What new investors should be doing now to prepare for future opportunities

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In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau chats with Michael H. Zaransky, founder of MZ Capital Partners and a fourth-generation real estate investor. Michael’s firm has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. by Inc. Magazine, and for good reason. He breaks down why his current strategy is focused on acquiring newer, stabilized multifamily properties instead of developing or doing heavy value-add.

Michael also shares:

• Why his team is pressing pause on development

• The reason buying stabilized properties can make more sense than building

• The generational shift creating unique buying opportunities

• How decades of family experience shape his investment philosophy

- Get Interviewed on the Show! - ================================== Are you a real estate investor with some 'tales from the trenches' you'd like to share with our audience? Want to get great exposure and be seen as a bonafide real estate pro by your friends? Would you like to inspire other people to take action with real estate investing? Then we'd love to interview you! Find out more and pick the date here: http://daveinterviewsyou.com/