Port Elgin’s Bold New Vision for Urban Living with Dane Buttenaar

The Andrew Hines Real Estate Investing Podcast

In E276 of the Andrew Hines Real Estate Investing Podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dane Buttenaar. Dane started as a landscaper and has transitioned into land development, establishing his own construction company focusing on infill developments and multi-family projects in Port Elgin and Southampton, Ontario. He shared his journey, emphasizing the strategic shift to purpose-built rentals driven by high demand from the local Bruce Power plant, and how these projects remain profitable despite rising property prices in Canada. Dane dove into the details of his various developments, including a major project expected to yield nearly 700 units. This ambitious undertaking comprises a mix of single-family homes, triplexes, duplexes, and apartment buildings. He walked us through the challenges of navigating zoning changes, the intricacies of land development, and his strategy for maintaining profitability by building efficiently and scaling his operations. Dane also highlighted his approach to partnering with investors, outlining the financial and long-term benefits of purpose-built rentals. We also covered Dane's successful value-add projects, like motels converted into short-term rentals. By leveraging his construction and landscaping expertise, Dane has created high-value rental units that cater to local demand, especially from workers at the nearby power plant. Throughout our conversation, Dane offered practical advice for investors looking to embark on similar projects, stressing the importance of thorough due diligence, strategic planning, and tapping into local market opportunities. Sponsors: Build Your Portfolio Of Hassle-Free U.S. Real Estate (SHARE Partnership): http://bit.ly/sharesfr Connect with Dane Buttenaar: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dbutts8/ The Beach Motel: https://thebeachmotel.ca/ DASA Properties: https://www.dasaproperties.ca/ Andrew Hines Audio · E276 Port Elgin's Bold New Vision for Urban Living with Dane Buttenaar LISTEN TO THE PODCAST Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-andrew-hines-real-estate-investing-podcast/id1453461753 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ND7vIkJhmIEEk73aCwKhE FOLLOW ON SOCIALS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theandrewhines Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theandrewhines Twitter: https://twitter.com/theandrewhines LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/theandrewhines TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealandrewhines