There Is More than One Way to Invest in Real Estate–Be Creative

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May 26, 2022
2 min read

Updated: Jun 2, 2022

Today’s guest on the Prosperity Perspective brings an entirely unique and deep understanding of across-country real estate investment, leveraging, and equity. Take part in the conversation with host Liam Leonard to learn more about how François deals with the skyrocketing real estate market, even higher in Canada than the US, and learn to explore all of your investment options by opening your portfolio to creative and sometimes even international options.

3 Key Takeaways:

Just owning one extra property can change your life forever. Don’t limit your options; you can invest creatively if you do your research.
This is a people business–it’s about who you know and what they know. Expand your options by expanding your network.
Leveraging is a great option for prospective properties. Just be sure that you have some equity giving back to the long-term process.

Listen to the Full Episode:

Show Notes:

[0:30] François gives an introduction to his real estate and investing background unique from other guests

[3:40] What framework did François use to allocate his funds from the start?

“If it’s not fun, life is short. Money is renewable, but life, you don’t get back.” -François Lanthier

[5:42] What did François use to invest in for fun before real estate and how did that change after?

“How can I earn more in less time? Real estate answers that question.” -François Lanthier

[9:40] Becoming an “accidental landlord:” François shares his preferred method of real estate investment

[12:05] François explains his thoughts on debt leverage and building your portfolio

“Do not overleverage yourself by borrowing 100% on all properties. You should have some equity.” -François Lanthier

[19:07] What is François most excited about doing next?

[22:30] François offers the biggest advice he would give to those who want to begin as he has

About François Lanthier

François is a real estate investor, passive income advocate, and experienced marketing and communications expert. He invests in various Canadian provinces, the USA, Costa Rica, and he's now exploring other countries. His favorite resource and superpower is his network!