Canada-U.S. Real Estate Investing | #527

In this episode of the Know Your Why Podcast, Dr. Jason Balara sits down with August Biniaz, co-founder of CPI Capital, who shares his remarkable journey from Iran to Canada and ultimately into the US real estate market. August offers a candid look at how he developed his investment philosophy across multifamily and build-to-rent sectors, and what Canadian investors need to understand before entering US markets. From navigating cross-border legal and tax structures to identifying the right partners on the ground, this conversation is an invaluable guide for any investor looking to expand their real estate strategy across borders and asset classes. Key Highlights: - August's personal journey from Iran to Canada and how real estate became his professional language early on - Key legal and tax considerations every investor must address before structuring a cross-border investment - How the build-to-rent sector evolved post-Global Financial Crisis and why institutional involvement has fueled its growth - The demographic and lifestyle trends driving demand in the build-to-rent space and how it differs from traditional multifamily - Critical differences between Canadian and US real estate markets, including how rent control laws impact investment strategy - Why partnering with local experts and developers is essential for reducing risk in cross-border real estate deals - How Canadian investors can structure access to US syndication and multifamily opportunities through limited partnership models - The importance of defining your personal "why" as the foundation of a clear and sustainable real estate investment strategy August's story is a powerful example of how curiosity, cross-border thinking, and the right partnerships can open doors that most investors never consider. Whether you're a seasoned syndicator or just exploring US markets for the first time, his insights offer a practical and strategic roadmap for building wealth through real estate on an international scale. Get in touch with August: Website: https://cpicapital.com/ LinkedIn: ​​https://www.linkedin.com/in/augustbiniaz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/augustbiniaz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soheil.biniaz If you want to know more about Dr. Jason Balara and the Know your Why Podcast: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jasonbalara⁠⁠   Audio Track: Back To The Wood by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.⁠⁠ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/⁠⁠ Artist:⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHZGU3RCZWloQ01oSi1OdkdXZVFMLURjUmpld3xBQ3Jtc0tsOTJPQWxHU0VJeDZzUkpwQ1VOWDhxSV9UUW5qM0hjTGdfbHZOaF9IN3dUSmpmczBYODZlQVZIX0ROa0NIbFRLWnZXRDcxMV9GQ0lIbVJYRmRNNGJtZnVfV0tpWVBzV1FfQ050c09TTlhCV2ZBazV0OA&q=http%3A%2F%2Faudionautix.com%2F%E2%81%A0&v=jkS_RtkD1Zshttp://audionautix.com/