Eh to Zen Real Estate
Peace of Mind Strategies™ for the Canadian Investor
“Eh to Zen Real Estate: Peace of Mind Strategies™ for the Canadian Investor” is my comprehensive guide for both novice and seasoned Canadian real estate investors. This book is designed to instill confidence and provide peace of mind by addressing the multifaceted aspects of real estate investment.
As a seasoned Chartered Accountant, I leverage my extensive professional background and personal experiences to simplify the complexities of real estate investing. My holistic approach focuses on strategic planning, mindset cultivation, and building a robust support network, guiding you through every stage of your investment journey.
Key Themes and Chapters:
Introduction: I outline my goal to empower new real estate investors, offering tools and knowledge to embark on their investment careers with confidence.
Why Invest in Real Estate?: I explore the benefits of real estate investment, such as value appreciation and equity building. I highlight the practical advantages and stability real estate offers compared to other investments.
Investment Strategies: I delve into various options, including commercial properties and flipping, stressing the importance of aligning strategies with goals and risk tolerance.
Practical Investment Guidance: This section covers critical decisions like property type and location, financing challenges, and the importance of a support network.
Entity Structuring: I discuss legal and financial structures for holding real estate investments, focusing on tax implications and asset protection, especially for Canadian and US investors.
Risk Management: I offer a systematic approach to evaluating real estate opportunities, emphasizing due diligence and analytical tools to avoid unsuitable properties or partnerships.
Tax Strategies: I provide insights into leveraging tax strategies to maximize returns, discussing deductions, income timing, and effective tax planning while highlighting common taxation mistakes.
Common Expenses and Financing: This section outlines typical real estate expenses and various financing options, offering practical advice on managing and minimizing costs.
Mindset and Personal Development: I emphasize the importance of a positive mindset, resilience, and continuous learning, providing strategies for overcoming challenges and maintaining motivation.
Building a Power Team: I guide you in assembling a team of professionals, including real estate agents, lawyers, accountants, and contractors, offering tips on selecting and collaborating with key partners.
Actionable Strategies: Each chapter concludes with actionable strategies, ensuring you can apply the insights to your investment journey.
“Eh to Zen Real Estate” is a practical, empowering guide for Canadian investors navigating the real estate market. My expertise and holistic approach make this book an invaluable resource for anyone looking to secure their financial future through real estate investment.
About the Author
Michael focuses on working with real estate investors who invest in US or Canadian properties, helping them with the setup of any required corporations and the filing of all required returns on both sides of the border.
As the Chief Financial Officer of several companies in the financial capital creation industry, Michael provides strategic and financial advisory services tailored to enhance business growth and success. His expertise is particularly valuable to manufacturing and technology-based companies, especially those with significant export activities or substantial foreign-based income.
He also serves as CFO, CTO, and HR Director at the Kettlebeck Group, where he worked closely with land developers to optimize their financial and operational strategies.
In addition, Michael is the COO and CFO of Stratagemm Inc., a boutique consulting firm that advises its clients on unique financing and investing strategies that yield superior returns.
Michael’s approach is hands-on, focusing on practical and actionable advice to help business owners achieve their goals. He is committed to expanding his practice and continuing to serve as a strong advocate for his clients’ interests.
Eh to Zen Real Estate
Peace of Mind Strategies™ for the Canadian Investor
Introduction
Brief outline of the book’s contents.
Why Invest in Real Estate?
Tangible benefits of real estate investment discussed, such as value appreciation, building equity, leveraging opportunities.
How Should I Be Investing In Real Estate?
I explore various real estate investment options beyond single-family homes, including commercial properties and flipping.
How to Invest in Real Estate?
Discusses critical decisions in real estate investment, such as type and location of properties.
Entity Structuring
Guidance is provided on legal and financial structures for holding real estate investments.
How Do I Avoid the Wrong Property or Situation?
A systematic approach is offered for evaluating real estate opportunities, stressing due diligence.
How Can I Make Taxes My Friend and Not My Foe?
Delivers insights into leveraging tax strategies to maximize real estate investment returns.
Common Real Estate Expenses
Lists common real estate expenses associated with owning and operating real estate investments.
Sources of Financing
Various financing options available to real estate investors are explored, including traditional mortgages, and private lenders.
Mindset
Discusses the importance of having the right mindset for successful real estate investing.
Building a Power Team
Highlights the importance of assembling a team of professionals to support real estate investment activities.
Taxation Mistakes
Addresses common taxation errors made by investors, offering advice on how to avoid them.

