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Recent Podcast Episodes
Episode 61: How To Choose The Right Kind Of Life Insurance for Canadian Entrepreneurs
Listen Now!Choosing between term and permanent life insurance for Canadian entrepreneurs or business owners can be as pivotal as deciding between renting and owning a home. This episode is crucial for anyone looking to make informed decisions about their financial...
Episode 60: How to be a Canadian Real Estate Entrepreneur – An Interview with Elizabeth Kelly
Listen Now!The unspoken challenges of real estate investing in today's market needs to be your number one concern. In this episode Elizabeth Kelly, a seasoned real estate investor and coach, reveals the often-overlooked realities and struggles of being a Canadian Real...
Episode 59: Variable Rate or Fixed Rate? Which Option Is Your Best Investment In The Canadian Housing Market?
Listen Now!The big question on the mind of many Canadian homeowners minds these days revolves around interest rates. With the Bank of Canada’s overnight interest rate popping significantly over the last two years, homeowners with a mortgage are wondering what is their...
Episode 58: “THE” Canadian Investment Strategy PROVEN to Build Generational Wealth
Listen Now!How would you feel if you could be given “THE” Investment Strategy PROVEN to Build Generational Wealth so your legacy lasts well beyond your time here in this world? Well, we’ve got you covered. Today, we’re going to unpack what Morgan Housel, author of...
Episode 57: Canadian Wealth Strategies for Your Safe, Fixed Income Investments Beyond GICs and Bonds
Listen Now!Are your Canadian investments earmarked as fixed income and secured assets still locked in the slow lane with GICs and bonds? Maybe you’re starting to realize that fixed rates of 5% are more like 3% to 3.5% after taxes. Ever wondered if there's a way to...
Episode 56: How To Build Your Wealth While…Financing a Vehicle
Listen Now!Ever wondered how you can turn the process of buying a car into a strategic financial move that aligns seamlessly with your short term financial safety goals and your long-term wealth building goals? In this episode, we're diving into the powerful concept...
Episode 55: Entrepreneurship, Property Investing, and Mindset with Rene Masse
Listen Now!In this episode of The Canadian Wealth Secrets Podcast, Kyle chats with Rene Masse, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor based in Kingston, Ontario. With a diverse portfolio and full-service real estate investment offerings through Masse Property...
Episode 54: How To Supercharge Your Emergency Fund
Listen Now!Are you risking financial turmoil without an adequate emergency fund? In this episode, we're diving deep into the critical questions: How much should be in your emergency fund? Is your emergency fund matching expert recommendations? And are you optimizing...
Episode 53: Stock Player or Spectator: Which Stock Market Investment Strategy Should You Be Using?
Listen Now!Back in episode 52, we explored managed mutual funds under the microscope and investigated whether there is ever a time where managed mutual funds might make sense. In this episode, we will unpack whether there is a case to be made for investing in the...
Episode 52: Looking at Mutual Funds Under the Microscope
Listen Now!In this episode of the podcast, Jon Orr and Kyle Pearce dig into the pros and cons of investing in managed mutual funds versus their benchmark index funds. Despite the common messaging in the media surrounding the high management fees and the inability for...
Episode 51: Why Buy-Sell Agreements Don’t Work – And What To Do About It
Listen Now!In the latest episode of The Canadian Wealth Secrets podcast, we dig into the often-overlooked world of buy-sell agreements—a crucial aspect of business ownership that can either safeguard your financial future or if missing or poorly written, can lead to...
Episode 50: 💬 Be Seen 👁🗨 To Get The Green 💸 – An Interview With Dave Dubeau
Listen Now!In this episode, we welcome real estate entrepreneur, podcaster, best-selling author and private capital specialist, Dave Dubeau. Join us as we dig into Dave’s real estate journey beginning when he was a child growing up in what some might call a “house...
Episode 49: Should I Invest In a RRSP or TFSA?
Listen Now!In this episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets Podcast, we delve into the weeds to discuss which government tax incentivized investment vehicle in Canada will best serve our Invested Student audience: the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) or the Registered...
Episode 48: Is $100,000 Enough For A Comfortable Life?
Listen Now!In this week’s podcast episode, we explore essential concepts that challenge the way we perceive wealth and financial planning. The first big idea revolves around the evolving nature of money's value over the past three decades, highlighting how traditional...
Episode 47: Stop Saying You’re Not Ready Yet
Listen Now!In this episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets Podcast, we'll delve into the transformative journey of taking that crucial first step towards your financial and time freedom goals. Join us as we discuss why you're never "not ready" to get started on your...
Episode 46: Do You Have Your Financial Plan Backwards?
Listen Now!The Canadian Wealth Secrets Team is back with another podcast episode where we delve into the critical aspects of building a solid financial plan that serves as the foundation for successful investing. Many people find themselves hesitant to start their...
Episode 45: Why Going 10x Is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan & Ben Hardy
Listen Now!Join us for another podcast episode deep dive with the spotlight on Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy's book, "10x is Easier Than 2x," which challenges conventional thinking and paves the way for transformative success in life and in business. The episode...
Episode 44: Saving Taxes and Accelerating Your Investments with The Smith Maneuver
Listen Now!Join us in this episode as we dive into the intricacies of The Smith Maneuver, a powerful financial strategy that can help you grow your wealth while efficiently managing your mortgage. We break down the key concepts, strategies, and potential benefits of...
Episode 43: Momentum Hacks: Turbocharge Your Progress
Listen Now!In our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into the transformative concept of the Flywheel Effect—a principle that holds immense power not only in business but in every aspect of life. Join us as we explore how the Flywheel Effect can help you generate...
Episode 42: Canadian Wealth Secrets Deals Update
Listen Now!In our latest episode, Jon Orr and Kyle Pearce take some time to discuss some of what wealth building and investment opportunities have been keeping them busy. Tune in to hear our journey to expand your investment horizons and refine your decision-making...
Episode 41: What Are You Waiting For? Why Excuses Keep You Stuck In a State of Inaction
Listen Now!In our latest episode, we dive deep into the world of real estate investment, offering invaluable insights for both beginners and seasoned investors. Explore the critical question of when to enter the real estate market, and why thinking short term can...
Episode 40: How to Work With Your Instincts and Not Against Them
Listen Now!We all know there are certain tasks that we gravitate towards and others that we tend to shy away from. However, what if we told you that there are many activities that you are doing on a daily basis that give you energy, while many others that are draining...
Episode 39: Investing Complexity: How Passive or Active Is Your Investing Style?
Listen Now!Are you like many of the Canadian Wealth Secrets listeners who are thinking you want to go all in on side hustles, real estate, stock options trading, infinite banking, and more? While it might all seem like roses and butterflies, there is a lot of learning...
Episode 38: Clarifying Your Life’s Why So You Can Achieve Your Dream Lifestyle
Listen Now!Taking that initial step into entrepreneurship can be a leap of faith, and we dive into strategies to navigate this pivotal moment. Discover actionable tips to overcome uncertainties and embrace the first steps towards building your entrepreneurial path....
Episode 37: How to Find the Funds For Your Financial Future
Listen Now!Welcome to a transformative episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets Podcast, where we delve into the realm of financial planning and empowerment. Join us as we uncover invaluable insights to guide you on the journey of finding the funds you need to secure...
Episode 36: Does 90% of Success Come From Just Showing Up?
Listen Now!In this episode we dive into the heart of personal development and wealth building. Join us as we uncover key insights that empower you to take your journey towards prosperity to the next level. Kyle, Jon, and Matt dissect Woody Allen’s quote: “90% of...
Episode 35: Your Investment Advisor’s Definition of Risk Is Wrong!
Listen Now!On this episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets podcast we explore the topic of investing risk, how we perceive it, understanding what you are actually risking, risk’s impact on our investing decisions, how you can leverage expertise to minimize risk, and...
Episode 34: Building ‘Life’ Wealth: Balancing Experiences and Financial Growth with Canadian Idol & Real Estate Investor Ryan Malcolm
Listen Now!Join us on a captivating journey as we sit down with Ryan Malcolm, the multi-talented Canadian Idol winner, who has since blossomed into a thriving entrepreneur, restaurant owner, and real estate investor. Ryan's inspirational story and profound insights...
Episode 33: From Striver to Success: Income Generation Strategies for Wealth Growth
Listen Now!In our latest episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets podcast, we delve into the transformative power of an entrepreneurial mindset and its profound impact on building wealth and achieving your investment goals. Join us as we explore the key strategies and...
Episode 32: To Buy or Not to Buy: A Live Property Analysis
Listen Now!In this episode, we dive into the intricacies of a recent property that crossed our desks, sharing the journey of negotiating our way to an accepted offer. We provide a comprehensive overview of our process for efficiently finding and analyzing investment...
Episode 31: Who’s Your Guide Along Your Hero’s Journey?
Listen Now!Luke Skywalker, Harry Potter and even Marlin from Finding Nemo were all heroes in their respective stories, but they didn’t do it alone; each of them had a guide. In today’s episode, we’ll discuss your role as the hero in your wealth building story and why...
Episode 30: The ONLY Skill You Need to Become Successful (It’s Not What You Think!)
Listen Now!Join us as we explore why effective employees are often natural salespeople and how their skills can be harnessed to elevate your own selling abilities. Learn why storytelling is a crucial skill for sales professionals and how it can help you forge stronger...
Episode 29: Is Your Big Bank Investment Strategy Paying Off?
Listen Now!As we cross the 6 month mark of the Canadian Wealth Secrets Podcast, we are starting to recognize that we have many Invested Students who are eager to diversify their investment nestegg across different asset classes like real estate, stock investing,...
Episode 28: Rent-to-Own Revealed: Unravelling the Mechanics and Benefits of this Unique Real Estate Strategy
Listen Now!In the latest episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of rent-to-own agreements, uncovering the strategies for turning past failures into valuable learning experiences. Join us as we explore the intricacies of...
Episode 27: Designing Win-Win Investment Deals using the 90-10 Rule
Listen Now!On today’s episode, the Canadian Wealth Secrets Team discusses how knowing your strengths and weaknesses as an investor can be a tool to avoid allowing greed to hold you back from opportunities to structure deals that promote strong partnerships where...
Episode 26: Should I Optimize Deals For Cash Flow or Appreciation?
Listen Now!Discover strategies for evolving your decision-making process, securing assets in high-interest rate environments, harnessing data to project future revenue, cultivating a wealth-building mindset, and finding the optimal mix of risk and returns. Join us as...
Episode 25: Why Inflation Is a Real Estate Investor’s Best Friend
Listen Now!Join us in this eye-opening episode as we explore the untapped potential of inflation in building wealth and combating debt. Uncover the hidden benefits of inflation and how it can magically shrink your debt burden over time. We'll delve into the concept of...
Episode 24: Setbacks to Success: Mastering the Art of Productive Real Estate Investing
Listen Now!In this episode, we delve into the world of real estate investing to address some common misconceptions and fears that hold people back from pursuing this lucrative opportunity. We tackle the notion of "regrets and mistakes" often associated with real...
Episode 23: The Stock Market Versus The Housing Market: Where’s the Win?
Listen Now!In our latest podcast episode, we delve deep into the fascinating topic of real estate and stock market investing, uncovering the key factors to consider when making investment decisions. Join us as we explore the following thought-provoking questions: The...
Episode 22: Financial Planning for Early Retirement: Are You Ready to Quit Your Job?
Listen Now!In this episode, we help answer the most common question that we’ve been asked by listeners, “How can I invest in real estate to help me leave my job or retire early?” We explore some big ideas around the emotional and logical sides of considering an early...
Episode 21: Four (4) Ways To Fund Your Child’s Post Secondary Education
Listen Now!Have you thought about the financial implications that your children are facing when it comes to post-secondary education? If you have, how confident are you in the strategy you’ve selected to help ease the financial burden of the opportunity post-secondary...
Episode 20: The Magical Money Machine That Turns $16k Into $21k Safely
Listen Now!Imagine being able to build a wealth generating machine that allows you to basically print money. Imagine if you could start building this machine passively and within just a handful of years, the machine begins turning $16,000 into 17,000, then a few years...
Episode 19: Being Creative to Create Wealth [Part 2]
Listen Now!When you feel like you don’t have any wiggle room to start your wealth-building fund and you’re ready to throw in the towel on the dream of becoming financially free then you better listen up! In this episode Kyle and Jon introduce one of many creative...
Episode 18: Being Creative to Create Wealth [Part 1]
Listen Now!When you feel like you don’t have any wiggle room to start your wealth-building fund and you’re ready to throw in the towel on the dream of becoming financially free then you better listen up! In this episode Kyle and Jon introduce one of many creative...
Episode 17: You Paid Off Your Mortgage? Now What?
Listen Now!In this episode we explore a scenario in which Matt has the option of completely paying off the mortgage of his next personal residence. He wonders aloud how best to approach having funds to invest with the financial peace of mind that comes with paying...
Episode 16: Analyze An 11-Unit Multi-Family Property With Us
Listen Now!How confident are you on running the numbers on a prospective deal? The more deals you analyze the better equipped you’ll be when the right deal comes along. Join Kyle and Jon in this episode as they review a deal that came across their desk for an 11-unit...
Episode 15: No Flipping Way! – The Case Against Flipping in Real Estate
Listen Now!While flipping is one of the most popularized and commonly discussed real estate investing strategies, it’s one that we actively avoid. In this episode, we share our experiences with past flips and some of the challenges and complications that make them...
Episode 14: Crunching The Numbers For Retirement: How Much Do I Need To Retire?
Listen Now!Now that we’ve taken some time in the last episode to discuss what your retirement is going to look like and even gave you some homework for what you might want to think about as you look down the road, we will dive deeper down the retirement rabbit hole to...
Episode 13: What’s Your Retirement Going to Look Like?
Listen Now!In this episode Jon, Matt, and Kyle discuss various retirement projections and scenarios for people who have defined benefit pension plans, with set retirement dates and incomes. They discuss some prompts for deeper thinking around what retirement might...
Episode 12: Who Should Be On Your Team? Hurdles to Buying Real Estate Investment Property – Part 4
Listen Now!A common barrier that prevents investors from getting into real estate is thinking that they have to do everything themselves. If you think you have to find the right property, find the right financial backing, manage the books, and answer those midnight...