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

- 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/

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

- 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/

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/

In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau sits down with Wendell Butler, a real estate investor who made a bold move—shifting from multifamily properties in New England to flipping homes and doing new construction in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Wendell shares why he pivoted from long-term holds to fix-and-flips and development, and how the hot Charlotte market is shaping his strategy. Discover how Wendell leverages creative marketing, including direct mail campaigns, to generate consistent leads—and why building strong relationships with general contractors and wholesalers is key to his systemized approach.

He also talks about his background in the military, his early days in Worcester’s multifamily scene, and how house hacking and the BRRRR strategy helped him get started. Wendell now focuses on building scalable systems and shares some game-changing tips for other investors looking to build a fix-and-flip business.

Key Takeaways:

• Why multifamily didn’t make sense in Charlotte—and flipping did

• The direct mail strategy that gets real results

• How Wendell systemizes his business for scale

• Tips for building strong relationships with contractors and wholesalers

• What’s working now for lead generation

- 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/

In this episode, we welcome back experienced real estate investor and capital raising expert Tom Dunkel. With over 30 years in finance, investing, and entrepreneurship, Tom shares his recent transition from running a successful self-storage investment firm to launching his own capital-raising entity, Eagle Capital Investments.

Tom breaks down what a “fund of funds” is and how it allows him to raise money from investors and place it with vetted operators across multiple asset classes—including multifamily, medical offices, mobile home parks, and private lending. His mission is to help other investors gain access to high-quality deals and improved returns through pooled capital strategies.

- 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/

In this insightful episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with Andrew Reichert, a seasoned real estate entrepreneur and founder of a vertically integrated investment company focused on multifamily housing in the U.S. Heartland. Andrew shares how his team manages over 3,600 units across 65+ properties, blending boots-on-the-ground operations with tech-driven back-end efficiency.

Andrew opens up about the power of stewardship—not just of buildings, but of people and capital. With a focus on “Meds and Eds” markets and workforce housing, he discusses light value-add strategies, innovative resident programs, and the impact of being truly people-first in property management.

He also talks about creative exit strategies, their philosophy on long-term capital, and how their conservative approach shielded them from market volatility. This episode is a must-listen for investors who value both strong returns and doing business the right way.

- 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/

Cowboy Joe Marques joins Dave Dubeau to talk about one of the most powerful tools in a real estate investor's toolkit—consciousness and confidence. From his colorful cowboy wisdom to hard-won lessons in the trenches of real estate development, Joe explains why shifting your thinking from "asking" to "giving" can change everything when raising capital.

Listeners will hear how Joe bounced back from losing nearly $100 million in 2008, why it's critical to focus on wins instead of losses, and how internal belief systems impact external success. He also discusses his work in veteran-focused real estate developments and the importance of authentic relationships.

Joe also shares insights from his books, Dirt to Wealth and Cowboy Wit and Wisdom, filled with memorable cowboy sayings that hold serious truths.

- 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/

Dave sits down with Richard Wilson, founder of the Family Office Club and a prolific connector of the ultra-wealthy, to uncover what drives billionaire success. With insights gathered from interviewing 45 billionaires, reading over 125 books they’ve authored, and building an elite network of family offices, Richard reveals the key mental models and success habits that top performers use to win—over and over again.

Listeners will learn:

• Why trust matters more than pro formas in investing

• The surprising importance of meeting people in person in the AI age

• Richard’s personal mindset routine that includes 50 daily mental programming statements

• The three “trust curves” every capital raiser should understand

• Practical steps new investors can take to raise capital and build credibility

- 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/