The 5 Questions Podcast
Join us as we unlock real estate and business insights, one question at a time.
Episodes
In this episode, we explore how a home becomes the center of value — not just an asset — and why the most impactful investors build businesses around life transitions, community, and legacy.
We unpack how to structure deals that solve real problems, strengthen your team, and grow through discomfort and trust. Whether you’re a new or seasoned investor, these insights will reshape how you see opportunity, risk,...
We unpack how busy professionals can build income with options without day trading by using realistic goals, quality stock selection, and a simple, repeatable process that protects capital. Fadi shares his GROWTH framework, why margin kills portfolios, and how real estate and options complement each other.
• Why the market looks like a casino without rules
• Setting realistic ROI targets and sleep‑well ri...
Harry Vas shares how his engineering background shaped his precise approach to trading, revealing his Big Footprints system that identifies institutional market movements with exceptional accuracy.
• Moving from engineering in Kuwait to entrepreneurship in Canada led to Harry's first market experiences
• Early success turning $3,000 into $30,000 was followed by a devastating loss that became a crucia...
Steffany Hanlen, powerhouse performance coach and serial entrepreneur, shares how her journey from NHL skating coach to business leader was driven by curiosity and the right questions rather than expertise.
• Building success through asking powerful questions rather than positioning as an expert
• Creating scalable business systems by addressing the whole person, not just technical skills
• Focusing o...
Sibtain and Insiyah share their journey from casual real estate investors to multifamily specialists, revealing how they've created accessible investment vehicles for both high-net-worth individuals and everyday investors.
• Started investing in real estate 20 years ago with single-family homes and condos, including international properties
• COVID served as a catalyst to transition from background i...
First impressions happen in seven seconds or less, making your personal style a critical but often overlooked component of business success and wealth-building.
• Professional men's stylist and real estate investor Patrice Milord shares how dressing well directly impacts business opportunities
• Personal experiences demonstrate how clothing choices can help or hinder professional relationships
• ...
Schantel Hochheimer shares her journey of founding Aspire Peak Properties and revolutionizing property management through better communication and transparency between landlords, tenants, and managers.
• Creating Aspire Peak Properties after seeing the need for better solutions in property management
• Communication breakdowns as the biggest issue in property management relationships
• Importance of u...
Tania Andrusko shares her inspiring journey from Ukrainian immigrant to successful property management company owner in Edmonton, revealing how transparency, trust, and emotional intelligence became her business superpowers.
• Rebuilt life from scratch in Canada 13 years ago with no network or safety net
• Used frustration as fuel to push forward despite having to take jobs below her qualifications
• ...
Patricia Wilson shares her journey from marketing professional to successful student housing investor, revealing how relationship-building and treating tenants like clients drives her $1000+ monthly cash flow from each property.
• Relationships and energy are critical to success in both marketing and real estate
• Student housing properties evolved into a co-living model with young professionals making up...
Landscape architect Matthieu Mehuys reveals how thoughtfully designed green spaces can double property values compared to basic landscaping, based on a compelling 20-year study of identical communities. He shares insights from his award-winning book "12 Universal Laws of Nature" and explains how regenerative landscaping can transform properties while addressing climate change.
• Assessing property p...
Raymond Aaron shares his extraordinary journey of running a 350-mile race to the North Pole at age 62 and how at 80 he continues to live with passion and purpose while challenging the limitations of comfort zones.
• Trained for two years, 1-10 hours daily before completing the grueling Arctic race
• Discovered most people live in tiny comfort zones, using only a small fraction of their cities and experien...
Lauren Cohen returns to discuss the rapidly changing landscape of cross-border investing and immigration, highlighting how recent political shifts have created new challenges and opportunities for real estate investors across North America and beyond.
• Recent political changes in the US and Canada have prompted people on both sides of the border to consider relocating
• The US market remains exceptionall...
Andrew Gauthier shares his extraordinary journey from welding across Canada to recovering from a traumatic brain injury and building multi-million dollar real estate developments. His story demonstrates how resilience, determination, and surrounding yourself with the right people can transform tragedy into opportunity and redefine personal success.
• Bought first duplex at age 21 for $312,000, now worth nearl...
Michelle and Melissa share their journey from stable government careers to successful multifamily real estate investing, revealing how they build wealth and help others invest without dealing with the day-to-day hassles of property management. Their story demonstrates how real estate can create financial freedom and time flexibility that traditional employment cannot provide.
• Transitioning from government j...
Joao Macavilca shares his journey from growing up in an attic with undocumented parents to flipping over 70 properties and owning a 54-unit commercial property, demonstrating how early hardships can fuel business success.
• Growing up in difficult circumstances in East Orange, NJ shaped his drive to create a better future
• Reading Rich Dad, Poor Dad created a powerful mindset shift from "I can'...
Lauren House shares valuable insights from her extensive real estate experience across Arizona, California, and Florida, focusing on maintaining consistency through market fluctuations and building authentic client relationships. She reveals practical strategies for navigating different market requirements while keeping transactions seamless for clients.
• Save money and live below your means, especially duri...
Dawn Sirdar, co-founder of Abundant Homes, shares her vision of combining real estate ventures with community building to create truly abundant living experiences. She explains her approach to raising capital, giving back through The Water Project, and maintaining work-life balance while growing a successful real estate business.
• Creating properties where tenants feel at home and part of a community
• B...
Nicky Billou shares his powerful journey from war-torn Iran to becoming a thought leader who helps experts build influential personal brands and reclaim their greatness.
• The concept "this isn't business, it's war for greatness" stems from Nicky's father's sacrifices during the 1978 Islamic Revolution in Iran
• The difference between an expert and a thought leader is visibil...
Theresa Beneteau shares her 35-year journey from struggling first-time homeowner to real estate powerhouse who helps build $150 million portfolios through her signature coaching program. She reveals the mindset shifts and practical strategies that create real estate freedom, emphasizing that a powerful emotional "why" is the cornerstone of lasting success.
• Started investing at age 20 when a real e...
David Van Der Ploeg shares his journey from starting with a VTB-financed duplex when he was broke to building a nationwide real estate portfolio including a 12-unit apartment building. Through creative financing strategies, community involvement, and continuous learning, he transformed his financial situation while gaining the freedom to travel the world.
• Started with no money by convincing a seller to prov...
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