Ep 49: The Rise of the 'Canadian Note Guy' in Real Estate

Nathan Turner, often referred to as the "Canadian Note Guy," embarked on his real estate and mortgage note journey in 2009 after his Curves franchises were struggling. Inspired by flipping shows on TV, he initially delved into real estate and soon transitioned to mortgage notes, viewing the properties as collateral and the finance aspect as the primary focus. Turner and his Canadian partner began by managing a portfolio of Midwest properties for California investors, and their innovative approach to non-performing notes led to the establishment of an investment fund dedicated to purchasing performing loans. His career evolution highlights his adaptability and strategic thinking, earning him a respected niche in the U.S. mortgage note market.   Here’s what to expect this episode: Nathan Turner transitioned from owning Curves franchises to focusing on mortgage notes after a fortuitous opportunity presented by California investors in 2007. Turner specialized in buying non-performing notes and later transitioned to purchasing performing loans for his investment fund. Turner's experience with owning Curves franchises highlighted the challenges faced during the economic downturn following the 2007 market crash. Nathan shares his experience in identifying and acquiring non-performing mortgage loans, transitioning towards acquiring performing loans over time.   Connect with Nathan Turner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-turner-a9a1b510/   Connect with Jacob Koenig: https://woodbridgegrp.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices