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Your Property Can Fund Your Retirement – Here’s How I Did It
Canadian homeowner using property equity for retirement income through private lending By Marinella Nicolosi, Private Lending Queen When...
I Lost 6 Figures So You Don't Have To: A Canadian Investor's Cautionary Tale
By Marinella Nicolosi, Private Lending Queen Let's get real, ladies! If you're a mom juggling family and finances, or a woman nearing...
Your Property Can Help You Fund Your Retirement
Did you know your own home could help fund your retirement? You don’t need a second property to start investing — just a bit of strategy,...
Joint Ventures for Active Investors: Grow Faster with a Capital Partner
Real estate investor and capital partner reviewing joint venture agreement By Marinella Nicolosi, Private Lending Queen What Is a Real...
Agreement for Sale: How Real Estate Investors Control Deals Without Bank Approval
What Is an Agreement for Sale (AFS)? As an active investor, you’re probably always hunting for your next deal—but tight lending...
What Is a Vendor Take-Back Mortgage? A Win-Win for Buyers & Sellers
If you’ve ever struggled to qualify for a mortgage —or felt boxed out of real estate investing—there’s a creative solution more...
Avoiding Scams: Red Flags When Vetting Borrowers
Private lenders, protect your capital. Not all borrowers are created equal—and knowing the red flags can save you from costly mistakes....
Creative Financing: 5 Powerful Strategies Beyond the Banks
When it comes to real estate investing in Canada, accessing capital can be a challenge. Traditional loans from banks and credit unions...
5 Quick Tips to Protect Your Private Lending Deals
Want to make your money work for you? Welcome to 30 Second Podcast, where we break down the real facts about passive real estate...
Are Smaller Towns Canada’s Next Real Estate Goldmine?
For decades, Canada’s major cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal dominated real estate headlines — with skyrocketing home prices,...
Loan To Value, Return On Investment, Mortgage Priority | Mastering Private Lending
Want to make your money work for you? Welcome to 30 Second Podcast, where we break down the real facts about passive real estate...
Why Land Entitlement Is a Smart Real Estate Strategy in Ontario
Real estate investors in Ontario are constantly searching for profitable real estate strategies that deliver high ROI with less...
🎙️ The PLQ Podcast is HERE — and it’s changing the game, 30 seconds at a time.
Curious about real estate investing or private lending basics? You’re in the right place. In fast, 30-second episodes, Marinella Nicolosi...
How Canada’s 2025 Immigration Surge Is Reshaping Rentals, Construction, and Real Estate Investing
Canada is welcoming more immigrants than ever — targeting 500,000 new permanent residents in 2025, with additional hundreds of thousands...
Canadian Real Estate Markets Are Cooling – But Smart Investors See Opportunity
The Canadian housing correction is gaining momentum in 2025, with home prices in Toronto and Vancouver continuing their downward trend....
How to Start Investing in Canada’s Secondary Housing Markets
As major cities like Toronto and Vancouver continue to price out many investors, Canada’s secondary housing markets are gaining...
Smart Real Estate Investment Strategies for Canadians
The Canadian real estate market remains a strong avenue for wealth creation, but rising property prices have made it more challenging for...
Emerging Markets: Discovering Opportunities Beyond Major Cities
Canada’s real estate market is shifting, and savvy investors are moving beyond high-priced urban cores like Toronto and Vancouver. As...
Unlock the Secrets of Private Lending & Financial Freedom!
In this episode of Steve Couper’s Podcast for Real Estate Investors, we dive deep into private lending, risk management, and the path to...
The Impact of U.S. Tariffs on the Canadian Real Estate Market
On March 4, 2025, the U.S. government enacted broad new tariffs on Canadian imports, including a 25% duty on most goods and a 10% tariff...
How to Analyze Property Value in Canada: A Comprehensive Guide
Whether you're buying or selling property in Canada, understanding what determines a property's value is essential. Property prices vary...
Every Day New Year's Resolutions: The Science of Small Daily Actions for Big Transformations
Why wait for New Year’s Day to make meaningful changes in your life and business? Each day is a chance to commit to growth. Whether...
Ruling Your Wealth: Private Lending Fundamentals for Beginners
Are you looking to diversify your investment portfolio and grow your wealth through flexible, high-return strategies? Private lending in...
Discover the Power of Meditation
Start the New Year with Clarity, Calm, and Purpose As we step into a fresh year, there’s no better time to embrace a daily meditation ...
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I Lost 6 Figures So You Don't Have To: A Canadian Investor's Cautionary Tale
By Marinella Nicolosi, Private Lending Queen Let's get real, ladies! If you're a mom juggling family and finances, or a woman nearing...
🎙️ The PLQ Podcast is HERE — and it’s changing the game, 30 seconds at a time.
Curious about real estate investing or private lending basics? You’re in the right place. In fast, 30-second episodes, Marinella Nicolosi...
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