The Russell Westcott Podcast

In this episode, Russell Westcott is interviewed by Derek Issac from Rapid Results Creators for a practical, behind-the-scenes conversation about how real estate investors and builders can work together to create lasting wealth.

Drawing on more than two decades of experience and tens of millions of dollars invested alongside contractors and home builders, Russell explains why the real leverage in real estate isn’t found on the job ...

In this episode, Russell Westcott sits down with real estate investor and strategist Christian Szpilfogel for a grounded, no-hype conversation about what it really takes to build sustainable wealth through real estate.

Rather than chasing appreciation or relying on market timing, Christian shares how he approaches real estate as a business — one where cash flow is the primary variable, risk is actively managed, and every acquisitio...

In this episode, Russell Westcott sits down with Calgary real estate leader and content creator Jared Chamberlain for a candid, wide-ranging conversation that blends personal adversity with market insight.

Recorded in the summer of 2023, this conversation begins with the moment that changed everything for Jared — a serious mountain biking accident in Whistler that resulted in a concussion, memory loss, and a long road to recovery.

In this episode, Russell Westcott sits down with real estate investor and business owner Christine Traynor for one of the most honest conversations of Season 5.

Christine shares the chapter of her journey that rarely makes it onto social media — losing her dream home, navigating financial shame, and starting over with a deeply negative net worth. She walks through the decisions that followed, including walking away, rebuilding her ...

EPISODE OVERVIEW In this episode, Russell Westcott sits down with Quentin D’Souza and Rob Break for an unfiltered, high-level conversation about real estate investing, market timing, affordability, development, and long-term wealth creation.

With nearly 30 years of experience, Russell breaks down what actually matters when markets shift — and why chasing hype, cheap deals, or spreadsheets alone often leads to costly mistakes. From ...

EPISODE OVERVIEW

After a two-year pause, Russell Westcott returns with a raw, reflective solo episode to open Season 5 of the podcast.

This episode serves as a bridge — reconnecting with the audience, reflecting on the last two years, and resetting the foundation for what’s ahead. Russell walks through the good, the bad, and the ugly across real estate, business, coaching, and personal life, while sharing why “Back to Basics” has b...

We’re back, and Season Five is officially underway.

After a two-year break, the Russell Westcott Podcast returns with a brand new season. This short episode is a welcome back, a quick hello, and a preview of what’s coming next.

Season Five builds on the foundation of the first 189 episodes, while raising the bar with deeper conversations, sharper insight, and stories that reflect today’s market and real-world challenges.

In this ep...

You have a grand vision, inspiring dreams, and an endless supply of hunger & ambition. But you’ve probably realized that starting, growing, and scaling a Real Estate portfolio isn’t as easy as you’d like it to be, or how it appears on HGTV.  You may be feeling stuck, frustrated, and not sure what to do next.

The biggest thing stopping Real Estate investors from building a portfolio of your dreams is… LACK OF FUNDS.

Don’t let la...

How To Win Real Life Monopoly featuring Investor Chris Smith

Don't know if I should share this, in case I ever find myself playing Monopoly with you. I like to win, after all…

Oh heck, why not? I want you to win too.

It all comes down to math and fundamentals… No special or magical cards

In Monopoly, as in real-life Investing, you need to follow some fundamentals:

1. What Y...

Starting Over- Reinventing Your Life and Recreating Your Future featuring Mike Banks

A little over 2 years ago, Mike Banks decided to burn everything to the ground. Feeling burnt out, stressed, down and out, he decided to make some changes... massive changes.

Fast forward a couple of years, Mike has taken control of his health, fitness and gained...

Why S-M-A-R-T Goals Are Stupid! Goal Setting For Real Estate Investors

Setting GOALS, especially in January, is a bit of a cliche.

Nonetheless, it's also a great way to set out your intentions and deliverables for the year. 

If your anything like me, every January, you are inspired to make a change in one (or several)...

(REPLAY) Build Businesses --> Invest in Real Estate- Featuring Jason Mattern 

Rich Dad Poor Dad, was one of the first books that started me on my Entrepreneurial and Real Estate investing journeys. One of the concepts in Robert Kiyosaki book series describes is;

Build Businesses and use the money from your Business to Invest in Real Estate.

(Replay) Overcome ALL Your Investor Objections- Featuring Arlen Dahlin 

So honoured to bring you the second part of my interview with Arlen Dahlin.  Arlen has made such a measurable impact on my journey and has made a positive impact on the trajectory of many up and coming aspiring investors.

This interview, will be one that you will come back to...

(Replay) Building A Multi-Billion Dollar Real Estate Portfolio; Developing People, and Growing Your Team featuring Dave Steele

Scaling an investment portfolio not only requires money; it also needs a lot of planning and flawless execution.

To grow your real estate portfolio you need top hone your skills, you must know how to work within monetary ...

(REPLAY) Do You Have What It Takes To Finish The Race- Featuring Jules McKenzie

If you start at the back of the pack, do you have what it takes to stick it out and finish the race?⁠  Winning the race isn't even a consideration. Completing the race is winning.⁠

If you had the odds stacked against you, are you still inspired to do the work without ...

👸 How Does Rent To Own Work In Real Estate With The Rent To Own Queen Rachel Oliver

If you are looking for a specialized real estate investing strategy without tenants and toilets and a great Return On Investment (ROI), then the rent-to-own strategy may be perfect for you.

This week I have the Queen of Rent-to-own, Rachel Oliver of Clover proper...

🚨 From Trauma to Triumph; Lego 🧱 Building in Real Life.

Picture this... you're a City Police officer, and your day starts out like most, until you get a call to check on a routine 'domestic situation', and what follows has a profound impact on the direction of your life.

Join me and Mitch Hartington for an intense conversation about what it tak...

⏰ A Timely Mortgage Market Update with Dalia Barsoum

The Mortgage market is moving quickly and you need to stay on top of your financing. Now more than ever you need a professional to help you navigate the murky waters ahead.

Join me and Dalia Barsoum for an up to the minute conversation of what's happening with mortgages and more importantly wha...

Tap into equity AND increase your cash flow 🥇 Real Estate strategy that works for today’s market conditions...

Does investing in Real Estate feel like a never ending roller coaster ride? In this episode I share with you a sophisticated strategy that is perfect for the current market conditions.

Using this strategy will give you a competitive advantage in the market.

Learn and execute... you can thank me later 😉

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