The 5 Questions Podcast

The 5 Questions Podcast

Join us as we unlock real estate and business insights, one question at a time.

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June 30, 2026 21 mins
Are you interested in investing in real estate but don't want a second full-time job? In this episode of The 5 Questions Podcast, host Mario Lamarre sits down with real estate investor and coach Melissa Nash, creator of the Lazy Investor Method, to discuss how investors can build long-term wealth through rental properties without flipping houses, managing contractors, or sacrificing their lifestyle. Melissa shares how she built ...
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In this episode, Mario Lamarre sits down with Daniel Char, Principal Broker and Owner of Metal Mortgage, to discuss the financing strategies that separate successful real estate investors from those who struggle to scale. With more than 20 years in the finance industry, Daniel shares practical insights on structuring deals, securing financing, raising capital, managing risk, and building a real estate portfolio the right way. In ...
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Send us Fan Mail We sit down with multifamily developer Michael Ruge live at The REI Summit at Sea and get blunt about why Canada’s housing crisis keeps getting worse. We talk through what actually unlocks new supply — from financing and approvals to better building standards and a rent-to-own path designed to restore hope. In this episode: • Committing to solving the housing crisis as a life mission • Scaling impa...
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Send us Fan Mail We talk with luxury realtor and author Debbi DiMaggio about building a brand rooted in heart, consistency, and design, and how mindset and mentorship turn goals into wins. From visibility to leadership, we share practical ways to show up, lead teams, and turn influence into impact.• Leading with heart across all price points• The Mindset In Motion method and activation• Writing goals, acting before certainty, seeki...
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Send us Fan Mail We dig into how Planet Fassa helps families replace screen time with simple, offline activities tied to points and household rewards, and how coaching parents first unlocks lasting change. We also unpack the business model, leadership lessons, and a roadmap that keeps tech as a tool, not the center.• Origin story from corporate wellness incentives to family play• How the heart, mind and body points system works• Pa...
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Send us Fan Mail We Share Sergey’s Journey From A $500 Start To Leading A Cybersecurity Firm, And The Method He Built To Help Leaders Simplify, Secure, And Scale. Clear Stories, Practical Tools, And A Mindset Shift: Think Like A Hacker, Design Like An Operator.  • Immigrant Founder Story And Early Constraints • Lessons From Facing Physical And Digital Threats • Plain-English Cyber Risk For CEOs And Boards ...
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Send us Fan Mail We take a raw, real-world journey from crisis to purpose—showing how gratitude, clarity, and service can turn any setback into fuel for your next level. Marc Von Musser shares the battle-tested insights that shaped his leadership, his environment, and the daily habits that make growth inevitable. In this episode we dive into: • The mindset shift from chasing money to serving purpose • How gratitude instantly ...
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Send us Fan Mail We challenge the lie that achievement proves worth and show how presence, forgiveness, and gratitude rebuild a meaningful life. Jessie Torres shares raw stories and a practical seven-day reset to turn pain into purpose without bypassing the hard parts.• Linking self-worth to achievement as a hidden block• Early warning signs of burnout and disconnection• Fierce independence versus true presence at home• Humility an...
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Send us Fan Mail In this no-fluff interview, we sit down with Bob Lachance — former pro hockey player turned real-estate powerhouse — and dig into how he went from fix-&-flip rookie to closing 2,200+ deals, building a high-performance team, and leveraging managed virtual assistants for massive ROI. You’ll get actionable systems you can implement today, including: His path from fix-&-flip → short sales → l...
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Send us Fan Mail 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 opportu...
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Send us Fan Mail 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 risk limits• L...
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Send us Fan Mail 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 crucial lesson• Discove...
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Send us Fan Mail 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 on energy manageme...
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Send us Fan Mail 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 interest to full-t...
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Send us Fan Mail 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• Quick style upgrades i...
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Send us Fan Mail 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 understanding lega...
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Send us Fan Mail 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• Built Reliable Pr...
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Send us Fan Mail 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 two-thirds ...
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Send us Fan Mail 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 potential starts w...
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Send us Fan Mail 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 experiences• Rejecti...
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