Episode 11 - Dave Knight

In this episode, we sat down with Dave Knight, a police officer, real estate investor, and financial strategist who is helping first responders build lasting wealth. As the founder of 911 Wealth Network and First Responders Wealth Network, Dave combines his first-hand experience in law enforcement with his deep knowledge of real estate investing and financial planning to help others secure their future. Dave has a hands-on approach to real estate investing, from single-family homes to duplex conversions and larger multi-unit properties. In this episode, we dive deep into how to force equity, smart investment strategies, and where he believes the market is headed—insights that are valuable for anyone looking to grow their portfolio.

Topics Discussed in This Episode:

• How Dave balances a full-time police career with real estate investing

• The evolution of his investing strategy—from student rentals to multi-family development

• Why he shifted from conversions in Hamilton to ground-up builds in Barrie

• The importance of pivoting in changing market conditions

• The concept of the “missing middle” in housing and why it matters

• Mental health, mindset, and maintaining balance as a first responder

• Why investing in yourself is the first step for new real estate investors