🎧 How to Assess a Neighborhood for Your Next Rental Property
Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier

In today’s episode, Wayne and Gabby dive into one of the most important aspects of real estate investing: assessing a neighborhood before you buy. Inspired by a listener question, they walk through a full checklist of what to look for—from tenant profiles and school rankings to crime maps and coffee shops. Whether you're a new investor or adding to your portfolio, this guide will help you avoid costly location mistakes.

Plus, they answer a listener’s question about abandoned property left behind by a seller, and how to handle it legally and ethically.

🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode

• How to assess a neighborhood before buying a rental

• Why tenant profiles should shape your location decisions

• Tools to evaluate school catchment zones and crime rates

• How walk scores and transit access impact tenant satisfaction

• The importance of driving or walking a neighborhood

• Red flags and green lights to look for on the street

• How to spot early signs of gentrification

• What to do when a seller leaves stuff behind after closing

👥 About Your Hosts
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies.
New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice.

💡 Resources & Contact
Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca
Bookkeeping & tax help: www.finngo.com/rei
Submit a question: info@reimorningshow.com

Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test
Order Now → https://a.co/d/3Xrcnhw

📆 Upcoming Event – REI Masters Networking BBQ & Private Lending Info Session
📅 Saturday, July 19 | ⏰ 4–8 PM
📍 Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park, Edmonton
Join us for a free BBQ, lawn games, and networking with real estate investors.
Hot dogs by Samuel from SPM Inc. Renovations, and Q&A with Kaelan Nelson from Calvert Home Mortgage.
🎟️ Register Now → https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1443974268909?aff=oddtdtcreator

🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors
🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor
📞 (587) 377-8584
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🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team
🌐 calvinrealty.ca
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📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm
🌐 www.finngo.com/rei
🔗 Facebook

💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers
🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca
📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca
🔗 Facebook

🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation
📞 403-278-0249
📧 info@chmic.ca
🆔 FSRAO License Numbers: 13267 and 13268.

🎧 Understanding Insurance Types for Canadian Real Estate Investors
Real Estate Investing Morning Show – Hosted by Wayne & Gabby Hillier

Today’s episode is packed with value for Canadian investors. Wayne and Gabby break down the different types of insurance every investor should understand—including homeowner, landlord, tenant, fix and flip, and both kinds of condo insurance. They also recap last night's mentorship coaching session and discuss the outcome of Edmonton’s latest infill vote.

🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode

• What Edmonton City Council voted on regarding infill density

• A full recap of last night’s REI Masters mentorship coaching session

• What kind of insurance you need for condos, landlords, and fix & flips

• How deductibles impact your monthly premiums and risk strategy

• Why investor-focused brokers matter (and what to watch out for)

• Upcoming opportunities for listener Q&A and live coaching

👥 About Your Hosts
Wayne & Gabby Hillier are full-time real estate investors and coaches based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Through their REI Masters Mentorship Program, they help Canadians build long-term wealth using rental properties, BRRRRs, flips, joint ventures, and creative real estate strategies.
New episodes every weekday morning featuring real stories, coaching moments, and tactical investing advice.

📅 Upcoming Events
REI Masters BBQ & Private Lending Info Session – July 19, 2025
Free food, fun for the whole family, and a live Q&A with Calvert Home Mortgage.
🎟️ Reserve Your Free Spot → https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1443974268909?aff=oddtdtcreator

💡 Resources & Contact
Learn about our Mentorship Program: www.reimasters.ca
Bookkeeping & Tax help: www.finngo.com/rei
Submit a question: info@reimorningshow.com

Get the 5% Rule™ book on Amazon: The 5% Rule™ – The Real Estate Cash Flow Test
Order Now → https://a.co/d/3Xrcnhw

🤝 Thanks to Our Sponsors
🏠 Krystal Kromm – Red Deer Investor-Focused Realtor
📞 (587) 377-8584
🔗 Facebook

🏢 Calvin Realty – Edmonton Investor-Focused Realtor Team
🌐 calvinrealty.ca
🔗 Facebook

📊 Finngo Bookkeeping & Tax – Investor-Focused Accounting Firm
🌐 www.finngo.com/rei
🔗 Facebook

💼 Kirkwood & Brennan Mortgage Group – Investor-Focused Brokers
🌐 www.kbmortgages.ca
📧 keaton@kbmortgages.ca
🔗 Facebook

🏗️ Calvert Home Mortgage Investment Corporation
📞 403-278-0249
📧 info@chmic.ca
🆔 FSRAO License Numbers: 13267 and 13268.