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REI 101 · Curriculum
Real estate investing 101.
9 modules covering real estate investing fundamentals for both Canada and the US — with residential vs commercial comparisons throughout.
Course Modules
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Module 01 Why Real Estate Investing?
The 5 ways RE builds wealth, historical returns, and leverage math with real numbers.
Module 02 Active vs Passive
BRRRR, flipping, house hacking, REITs, syndications — find your investor profile.
Module 03 Financing
Down payments, Big 5 banks, CMHC, FHA, private lending, and stress tests.
Module 04 Building Your Team
Investor-focused realtor, CPA, lawyer, contractor, PM — how to vet each one.
Module 05 Underwriting
How lenders evaluate you and your deal. CMHC for 5+ units. Residential vs commercial.
Module 06 Ratios & Rules of Thumb
0.6% rule, 1% rule, cap rate, DSCR, cash-on-cash — which apply where.
Module 07 Rents, Expenses & Cash Flow
Research rents, build a pro forma, and run sensitivity analysis.
Module 08 The Buying Process
From pre-approval to offer to inspection — residential and commercial.
Module 09 Closing Day
Funds flow, title transfer, first-day landlord checklist.
Your Progress
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