Pick Your Lane

Darcy Marler shares his journey from IT to building a $44M real estate portfolio with 90 properties. He explains how small-scale land development strategies like lot severances, upzoning, and new construction can unlock huge value compared to traditional flips and rentals. Darcy emphasizes combining strong returns with a purpose to help the housing crisis. Website: DarcyMarler.com Show Notes: Darcy got into real estate investing after being burnt out in tech and living abroad He has experience with flips, rentals, new construction, land development, and other creative strategies Shifted to land development for the focus on new builds and avoiding tenant headaches "Micro" land development strategies make it accessible for regular investors vs large developers Things like lot severances, entitlement, zoning changes can massively increase land value Development has better returns and less time than flips once you have your team in place Combines profits with purpose - many students want to help housing availability Check local zoning maps and rules, but courses provide the full toolkit to execute The key is finding deals, structuring, and funding - your team handles the physical work Extended community and support help people gain confidence on the first few projects Darcy's next step is proving his model works in the US as well The main action item is to learn zoning rules by contacting your local planning dept

Former investment banker Tyler Milne joins the Pick Your Lane podcast to share his journey from finance to professional boxing. Tyler talks about his career on Bay Street, making the leap to start his own firm Capstone North, and how he found boxing as an outlet and competitive passion later in life. He shares keys to success like visualization, embracing hard work, and maintaining a positive mindset. Tyler also opens up about his son's autism diagnosis and his mission to support the autism community. Website: capstonenorth.com Show Notes: Tyler's background in skiing and working in sports before his 14 years in finance at Canaccord Genuity Leaving big finance to start boutique firm Capstone North and the entrepreneurial spirit behind it How Tyler stumbled into boxing in his 40s and became an amateur champion Using visualization and a "fighting mentality" to stay focused and motivated in business On being confident but not cocky - the importance of humility combined with self-assurance Tyler's son's autism diagnosis and choosing the right schooling with the proper support system Organizing a big charity boxing event for autism organizations Starting simple with saving, owning a home, and finding solid interest-bearing investments

Ben Spangl shares his journey from growing up in a family that struggled with money to building multiple successful businesses. He emphasizes the importance of reprogramming your money mindset and provides actionable steps like identifying limiting beliefs, visualizing your ideal future, and focusing on personal growth. Instagram: @benspangl Podcast: https://www.benspangl.com/podcast Show Notes: Ben explains his childhood experiences with money struggles and how it motivated him to create financial freedom He shares key lessons from hitting rock bottom financially in his 20s before turning things around Mindset is crucial - we must become aware of and "deprogram" limiting money beliefs Ask yourself: What do I really want for my life? Visualize your ideal future in detail Focus on personal growth and development; seminars and books can provide huge shifts Balance achievement goals with enjoying the present moment Hire help so you can spend time on high-leverage activities you love Ben offers a monthly mastermind and live seminars to continue your money mindset work His vision is to host transformative personal development seminars around the world "You have the power within you, you have the capacity within you."

The podcast episode features real estate investor and syndicator Chris Larson, founder of Next Level Income, who has over 20 years of experience investing in multifamily properties, self-storage, mobile home parks and car washes. Chris started buying rental properties in college and now runs a company with over 900 investors and $100 million invested. He focuses on a value-add strategy, increasing cash flows and property values through operational improvements. One of Chris's latest projects is affordable housing, partnering with cities for incentives like tax abatement in exchange for affordable units. This creates win-win outcomes for communities while still generating returns for investors. Chris created an online course to teach his real estate investing framework more broadly. He also has a free book, podcast, and other resources available on his website nextlevelincome.com for those looking to learn about syndication and passive real estate investing. Website: https://www.nextlevelincome.com Podcast: https://nextlevelincome.com/podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenextlevelincomeshow/ Show Notes: Chris Larson started investing in real estate while in college and now has over 20 years of experience He focuses on multifamily, self-storage, mobile home parks, and car washes using a value-add strategy Syndication allows Chris to invest in larger deals and open opportunities to other investors He has over 900 investors and $100 million invested through his company Next Level Income Car washes involve more variables as a business but allow for more value creation through operations Chris is working on affordable housing projects through partnerships with cities for win-win outcomes He created an online course to teach his real estate investing framework to more people The course covers mindset, taxes, estate planning, analyzing deals, and more Use code NEXTLEVEL to get 33% off Chris's online course Get Chris's free book at nextlevelincome.com Learn more about investing opportunities at nextlevelincome.com Follow Chris on social media @chrislarsen

The podcast features Jose Jafferji, a real estate investor who grew his portfolio to over $90 million in assets. He started investing in his early 20s to gain more control over his schedule and income. Jose began with single-family homes and duplex conversions, then moved to larger multifamily properties and syndications. He expanded to the US market which offered more attractive pricing and landlord-friendly laws. Jose emphasizes consistently taking action, investing in education/coaching, and building the right team as keys to his success. He aims to stay ahead of the curve and find emerging real estate trends before they become oversaturated. Website: https://www.savvyrealestate.ca Podcast: https://savvyrealestateinvestor.com/savvy-real-estate-investing-show/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josejafferji/ Show Notes: Jose started investing in real estate in his early 20s to gain more control over his income and schedule Began with single-family homes and duplex conversions in Ontario Implemented a "buy, renovate, refinance, repeat" strategy to build equity Hit the plateau many investors do at 10 properties, so began looking at larger apartment buildings Commercial lending opened up more options than residential mortgages Transitioned from self-capitalizing to bringing in private money and joint venture partners Moved into larger multifamily syndications in the US market about 2 years ago Finds the US market more affordable with better cap rates and more landlord-friendly laws Has invested in coaching, books, and masterminds throughout his journey Emphasizes taking consistent action and constantly learning Focuses on staying ahead of the real estate investing curve Sees opportunities coming in distressed sales as loans mature Runs a podcast on real estate mindset and entrepreneurship

Michael Hughes joins hosts Chad Robinson and Peter Lount to discuss strategies for effective online networking. Michael shares his story of pivoting from the corporate world to become a networking expert and coach. He provides tips on using online platforms like LinkedIn and Facebook to build relationships, the importance of crafting personalized messages and transitioning in-person networking skills to the virtual world. Website: www.NetworkingForResults.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/networkingforresults/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michaeljhughes Twitter: @mjhughes Show Notes: Michael's background and career journey The impact of Covid on networking and pivot to online platforms Using technology for relationship-building Communication strategies for online networking Crafting messages that elicit responses Analyzing your connections and identifying key relationships The power of providing value to your network Tips for leveraging followers and interactions Michael's online course and resources The role of passion and purpose in networking

In this episode of the "Pick Your Lane" podcast, your hosts Chad Robinson and Peter Lount dive into the world of successful entrepreneurs, investors, and passive income creators. They welcome Dalia Barsoum, a renowned expert in the Canadian mortgage and real estate industry. Together, they discuss Dalia's journey, strategies for financing income properties, and the importance of planning. Dalia shares insights on financial prosperity through property investing and navigating the real estate market during changing times. Join them for a deep dive into opportunities and the power of calculated risk. Guest: Dalia Barsoum, Mortgage Broker and Founder of StreetWise Mortgages Website: https://streetwisemortgages.com/ Instagram: Streetwise_investor Show notes: Dalia's background and journey from banking to founding one of Canada's top mortgage brokerages, StreetWise Mortgages. The importance of goal setting and planning - how Dalia helped clients map out long-term financing strategies to build large investment portfolios. Overcoming objections about real estate being "out of reach" - creative solutions like vendor financing, partnering up, and adjusting price points. The value of educating clients and adapting to market changes instead of panicking. Providing clarity and options. Dalia's start in investing and why real estate intrigued her. Tips for first-time investors. Mindset habits like maintaining a consistent morning routine, blocking out time, prioritizing health and sleep. Opportunity vs fear - how downtimes can provide chances to negotiate better deals. Questions to ask "gurus" and experts to evaluate their true experience and success. Dalia's plans for continued growth through expanding private lending, educational events, and her upcoming book. Resources for listeners to connect with Dalia at StreetWise Mortgages. For similar content, subscribe to us on your favorite podcast channel or follow us at www.pickyourlane.com