SMART Masterclasses
Two courses. One goal: helping Canadians master private lending.
Whether you want to earn passive income as a lender or raise capital to grow your portfolio, our SMART Masterclasses give you the frameworks to do it the smart, secure way.
Which SMART Masterclass Is
Right for You?
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Become the Private Bank
Lend smart. Earn passively. Build lasting wealth.
Experience Level:
Beginner to Intermediate Investor
Perfect For:
Teachers, nurses, business owners, parents, and Canadians in their prime who want their savings to work harder — without tenants, renos, or chasing deals.
What You Walk Away With:
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Confidence to spot red flags and protect your money from risky deals
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A repeatable system to assess borrowers and projects
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The know-how to navigate legal docs and due diligence with ease
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A personal “lender’s playbook” for consistent investing
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Steady returns secured by real property
Get the Due Diligence Checklist — Free
We’ll send the checklist straight to your inbox — a simple guide to spot red flags and protect your money.
Download it today and start investing SMARTly.
Become a Capital Magnet
Attract capital. Structure deals. Scale faster.
Experience Level:
Intermediate to Professional Investors
Perfect For:
Active investors who have deals in hand but need funding beyond their own capital — and want to grow without bank bottlenecks.
What You Walk Away With:
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A proven system to raise private funds quickly and credibly
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Lender-ready proposals that get “yes” faster and open doors to repeat capital
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Streamlined documentation and systems that exceed lender expectations
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Strategies to stand out in a crowded market and win investor trust
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The ability to scale your portfolio without waiting on the banks
Get the Deal Structures Cheat Sheet — Free
Your cheat sheet will arrive in your inbox — quick, practical tips to structure deals that investors love.
Download it today and start raising capital SMARTly.
Why Choose SMART Masterclass?
Small Class, Big Support
We create a small class environment focused on interactive learning, providing excellent value and support while ensuring personalized attention to enhance your overall learning experience.
Engage, Interact, Learn Live
We provide a live session, allowing you to engage in real-time Q&A and discussion — unlike pre-recorded videos, so the knowledge will remain current and applicable throughout your investor journey.
Step-by-Step Roadmap
We cover all the essential steps of investing in private lending. Our SMART Masterclass is designed to ensure you have the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the market safely and confidently.
Ongoing Networking
Stay connected through our networking events and market updates. We support your continuous growth. Connect with successful investors who inspire you to overcome challenges and build wealth.
Exclusive SMART Community
Welcome to our vetted professional community that delivers value and support throughout the entire course and beyond. Join a growing community of Canadians lending, borrowing, and sharing real deals.
Built-in Accountability
The SMART Community will motivate you to achieve your wealth-building goals and hold you accountable for your objectives, providing support throughout your journey.
Ready to Start Your SMART Path?
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Pick the path that matches your goals and start building wealth the smart way.
What Our Graduates Say
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“The knowledge I gained over the last 3 days has provided me with the confidence to begin my private lending journey.”
— Makenzie Lamb
“Marinella created an open and inviting platform for discussion. A lot of knowledge was shared in a concise and organized manner.”
— Giovanna Luciani
“I’m a 1/3 through my course and it is full of amazing information. Highly recommend. Marinella is super informative and really cares about your success.”
— Pauline Penedo
“Her class has helped me understand what is needed on both sides of this process. I’ve been able to confidently lend funds over the past year and I am very happy with the returns I’ve gotten.”
— Nicole Richard
“The SMART Masterclass was the foundation that helped me take the next step in my private lending journey. The financial benefit has been a tremendous supplement to my full time job.”
— Matt Fromm