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Scott McGillivray is a Canadian entrepreneur, real estate investor, television host, author, and educator best known for his expertise in home renovations and income-generating properties. He gained widespread recognition as the host and executive producer of the long-running HGTV series Income Property, where he helps homeowners transform spaces into profitable rental units.
His career combines practical real estate investing with media presence, including multiple HGTV shows in Canada and the US, business ventures like Keyspire, and ongoing projects in development and education.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Scott McGillivray
- Stage Name: Scott McGillivray
- Born: April 7, 1978
- Age: 48 years old
- Birthplace: Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada
- Nationality: Canadian
- Occupation: Entrepreneur, Real Estate Investor, Television Host, Author, Educator
- Height: 6 feet (1.83 m)
- Parents: Unknown
- Siblings: Andrew McGillivray and Erin McGillivray
- Spouse: Sabrina McGillivray (married 2008)
- Children: Myah McGillivray, And Layla McGillivray
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $5 million USD
Early Life and Education
Scott McGillivray was born on April 7, 1978, in Richmond Hill, Ontario, and raised in the Greater Toronto Area. He developed an early interest in real estate during his university years. He attended the University of Guelph, where he earned an honours degree in Commerce (with a focus on marketing management) in 2001.
A school project on income properties inspired him to start investing, leading him to purchase and renovate his first rental property at age 21 using a student loan. By age 23, he owned five rental properties. He became a licensed contractor in 2004.
Career
Scott McGillivray began his professional journey as a property developer, buying, renovating, and renting out homes. His television career started with behind-the-scenes roles on Debbie Travis’ shows, including as a crew member and project manager on Facelift (2003–2005) and From the Ground Up (2006). He co-hosted Holiday Battle on the Block (2007) and served as a judge on All American Handyman (2010–2012) and Canada’s Handyman Challenge (2012–2014).
His breakout came with Income Property (2008–2016), which aired in half-hour and full-hour formats across HGTV Canada, HGTV US, and DIY Network, running for multiple seasons and airing in over 30 countries. He later starred in Moving the McGillivrays (2016, featuring his family’s home build), Buyers Bootcamp (2018), Vacation House Rules (2020+), and Renovation Resort Showdown (2023, co-hosted with Bryan Baeumler).
He is in pre-production on season four of the digital series Scott’s House Call (a Canadian Screen Award nominee). As CEO of McGillivray Group and McGillivray Entertainment, and co-founder of Keyspire (real estate education company, formerly Lifetime Wealth Academy), he offers workshops, books, speaking events, and invests in properties across North America. He also hosts The Real Estate Rebel podcast.
Awards and Nominations
Canadian Screen Award nomination for Scott’s House Call (digital series).
Income Property won Best Lifestyle Program or Series at the inaugural Canadian Screen Awards (2013).
Social Media
- Instagram Handle: @scotty.mcgillivray
- Facebook: Scott McGillivray (official page)
- Website: scottmcgillivray.com
Personal Life
Scott McGillivray, 48, is a family-oriented entrepreneur and television host. He married Sabrina McGillivray in 2008 after meeting on vacation; they share two daughters, Myah and Layla. The family splits time between homes in Toronto, Ontario, and Fort Myers, Florida.
Sabrina, a teacher, appeared with Scott and their daughters on Moving the McGillivrays. Scott prioritizes family alongside his career, often sharing personal moments on social media. He maintains a low-key personal profile beyond his professional and family life.
Filmography
- Television Shows
- Income Property (2008–2016, host/executive producer)
- Moving the McGillivrays (2016)
- Buyers Bootcamp (2018)
- Vacation House Rules (2020+)
- Renovation Resort Showdown (2023)
Net Worth
Scott McGillivray is a Canadian entrepreneur and investor. Net worth is estimated at around $5 million USD. His income primarily comes from real estate investments and developments across North America (including funds like Scott McGillivray Real Estate Fund), television hosting and production (over 300–400 episodes), CEO roles at McGillivray Group and McGillivray Entertainment, co-founding and operating Keyspire (education and workshops), book sales, speaking engagements, and brand partnerships.
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