Can Canadians successfully build wealth through U.S. multifamily real estate?
Welcome back to Inspired To Invest. This week August Biniaz is here for episode 153.
He is the Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer of CPI Capital, to unpack the realities of cross-border investing, raising capital, and creating long-term wealth through multifamily real estate in the United States.
With more than $225 million in multifamily and build-to-rent transactions under his belt, August shares the lessons he’s learned navigating everything from market cycles and rising interest rates to securities compliance, investor relations, and scaling a business during uncertain times.
Whether you’re a Canadian investor curious about U.S. opportunities or an entrepreneur looking to build resilience and stay focused on your long-term vision, this episode is packed with practical insights.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• Why August transitioned from homebuilding into U.S. multifamily investing
• The advantages and challenges Canadians face investing south of the border
• Common misconceptions about value-add multifamily strategies
• How CPI Capital structures investments for Canadian and U.S. investors
• The importance of cross-border tax planning and securities compliance
• Why some of the best deals are the ones you walk away from
• The dangers of shiny object syndrome in business and investing
• How resilience helped August and his partners navigate difficult market conditions
• The systems and processes that support long-term growth
• CPI Capital’s ambitious goal of owning 30,000 units over the next decade
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