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Building from the ground up: Real estate investing in Canada with Scott McGillivray
Get ready for an in-depth conversation with savvy real estate investor Scott McGillivray, as he shares the ins and outs of his journey from a university student facing housing challenges to a real estate investment guru. Discover Scott's strategic approaches to investment, key financial insights, and personal anecdotes that highlight the resilience required to thrive in the competitive world of real estate.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a Canadian looking to dip your toes into real estate investing in Canada, this episode is for you!
Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode:“Why take financial advice from broke people when I have — I hate to say it — I have these people who have a track record of success with money, giving me different advice?”
[09:23] Strategies for building a real estate portfolio[09:24] “You have to be ruthless about achieving your goals. And you have to make smart goals. So set up your goals to make sure that they're realistic, they're time bound, that there's a certain metric attached to them.”
[20:36] “You can hate losing, that's great, but you can't be afraid of it. You just have to learn how to understand this part of the process. It's worth losing ten times, it's all worth it when you win that one time. But if you're afraid, you never get the win.”
[22:55] “When the work needs to be done, the best thing you can do is lead by example.”
[29:33] Scott’s reflections on his personal experiences[43:55] “One of the biggest secrets to succeeding as an entrepreneur, I believe, is making sure that other people get to their goals.”
Scott McGillivray is a prominent Canadian real estate expert, entrepreneur, and television host, renowned for his expertise in real estate investments and home renovation. With his extensive knowledge and charismatic presence, McGillivray is a powerful force in the real estate world, dedicated to educating people about investment strategies and the potential for real estate to generate wealth.
Scott McGillivray's journey from a college student to a real estate magnate is not just inspiring but also a testament to the power of knowledge, strategy, and persistence in achieving financial independence.
Connect with Scott on his website, or follow him on Facebook, Instagram, and X. You can also subscribe to his YouTube channel for a wealth of real estate investment advice.
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