In this episode of The Wisdom, Lifestyle, Money Show, host Scott Dillingham interviews Manny Cabral, a seasoned real estate investor specializing in flipping and wholesaling over 30 properties in Simcoe County and Hamilton, Ontario.
Manny shares his dynamic career path starting as a carpenter's apprentice after George Brown College, co-founding a construction firm (SCI) focused on commercial computer rooms for clients like Blue Cross and TD Bank, then pivoting due to severe back issues that sidelined him for a year.
Transitioning to the auto industry with rustproofing shops and used car management at dealerships like Team Honda, he eventually left a stable job to go full-time in real estate with his son, emphasizing second suite conversions and off-market deals.
Manny discusses overcoming analysis paralysis, the importance of action and risk minimization, heavy marketing via radio (ROC 95), YouTube/Facebook ads, and flyers, plus building a team for success. He offers tips for aspiring flippers: Secure a reliable contractor, know your numbers with agents and lawyers, and avoid over-speculation in volatile markets.
In 2025, Simcoe County's housing market remains resilient with average prices around $592K-$820K, showing mixed trends—2-4% YoY increases in some areas like Barrie but overall dips amid rising inventory, per RE/MAX and local reports, favoring buyers with CMHC eyeing stabilization in 2026 amid mortgage rule changes.
This episode motivates with Manny's self-made story from humble immigrant roots, real estate strategies for Ontario investors, and insights on work-life balance through hobbies like boating and Corvettes in Canada's 2025 economy.
Guest Bio
Manny Cabral is a successful real estate investor and former construction entrepreneur based in Simcoe County, Ontario, with over 30 flipped and wholesaled properties through his family business. Starting as a carpenter after immigrating and studying at George Brown College, he built SCI for commercial projects before health issues led to auto industry roles at dealerships like Team Honda. Since going full-time in real estate, Manny focuses on off-market acquisitions, renovations, and investor partnerships, using heavy marketing like radio ads. Passionate about action over analysis, he enjoys hobbies like Corvettes, boating, and model aircraft. Connect with Manny at simcohousebuyers.ca, on Facebook for project updates, or inquire about wholesaling lists and lending opportunities.
Manny Cabral is a successful real estate investor and former construction entrepreneur based in Simcoe County, Ontario, with over 30 flipped and wholesaled properties through his family business. Starting as a carpenter after immigrating and studying at George Brown College, he built SCI for commercial projects before health issues led to auto industry roles at dealerships like Team Honda. Since going full-time in real estate, Manny focuses on off-market acquisitions, renovations, and investor partnerships, using heavy marketing like radio ads. Passionate about action over analysis, he enjoys hobbies like Corvettes, boating, and model aircraft. Connect with Manny at simcohousebuyers.ca, on Facebook for project updates, or inquire about wholesaling lists and lending opportunities.
Key Takeaways
- Manny's path from carpenter apprentice to construction firm owner (SCI) highlights growth: Specialized in commercial computer rooms for big clients, but back issues forced a pivot after a year off.
- Shifted to auto: Owned rustproofing shops, then managed used cars at GM and Honda dealerships, enjoying it but leaving for real estate independence.
- Full-time investing: Joined son's business for second suites in Hamilton; now focuses on Simcoe flips/wholesales, loving flexibility without a clock.
- Marketing success: Commits to consistent ads—radio (ROC 95 daily), YouTube/Facebook, flyers—yielding daily leads; son's marketing firm helps.
- Flipping tips: Avoid over-analysis; take calculated risks; build team (contractor, agent, lawyer); know numbers to prevent losses in speculative markets.
- Overcoming challenges: Back injury ended physical work; now oversees projects, emphasizing action—many wait for crashes that never come.
- Opportunities: Join buyers list at simcohousebuyers.ca for off-market wholesales; private lending on projects for passive income.
- Mindset: Love your work for no retirement need; make money work (e.g., equity lines); from poor immigrant roots to self-made via persistence.
Resources and Links
- Manny Cabral Website: https://www.simcohousebuyers.ca/ – Off-market deals, buyers list, and contact for investing.
- Facebook: Search "Manny Cabral" – Posts on projects, personal updates, and real estate insights.
- ROC 95 Radio: https://www.rock95.com/ – Station for Manny's daily ads on real estate.
- George Brown College: https://www.georgebrown.ca/ – Manny's alma mater for construction courses.
- (00:02) - Introduction to Manny Cabral
- (07:45) - Transition to Flipping Houses
- (10:59) - The Power of Consistency
- (13:28) - Tips for New Investors
- (16:41) - Investing Opportunities with Manny
- (18:38) - Motivation and Taking Action
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