Canadian Wealth Secrets

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 "good debt" tied to assets like real estate and reveal real-life examples of how inflation can boost your earning power. Howeve...

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 estate investing and reveal why they may not be regrets at all. We explore the best timing for real estate investments and provide insight...

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 Emotional vs. Rational Decision: Discover why buying a primary residence is often driven by emotions, while investing in a rental property shou...

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 retirement including questions to ask yourself before deciding to quit or retire, whether you should focus on replacing or adding to your curr...

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 education provides? If you’re wondering whether there might be some creative and safe ways to help your child continue their educational journ...

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 later it begins turning $16,000 into $21,000.  After 20 years, the machine has become so efficient that it will take $16,000 and turn it into...

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 solutions to creating a pathway to wealth and your financial freedom.  What you’ll learn:  How you can creatively design deals that help achieve th...

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 solutions to creating a pathway to wealth and your financial freedom.  What you’ll learn:  How you can creatively design deals that help achieve th...

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 off one’s mortgage.  Kyle and Jon share some incredibly creative ideas on how to maintain financial flexibility while enjoying the comfort of hav...

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 multi-family property in real time. What should you look for in a good deal? How should you run the numbers? Good deals are not found, they’re...

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 one of our least preferred strategies.  We’ll discuss the flipping variables to be aware of and if you are pursuing this strategy, what you can d...

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 rabbithole to crunch some numbers for retirement. Stick around as Jon and Kyle geek out on the numbers when they jump into a spreadsheet and play with the ma...

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 look like; how much money people might expect to have in retirement, and whether it will be enough to support their projected lifestyle in retire...

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 calls to fix that broken water heater then you’re thinking about this the wrong way. Listen in as we outline who to arrange on your real estate i...

Choosing the right deal for buying an investment property can be a major hurdle for new and experienced investors, but it doesn't have to be.  How do you analyze a property by the numbers so you can feel confident to either move forward or toss the deal away and move on to the next one?  In today’s episode, we’ll continue our Hurdles to Real Estate Investing series by digging into Kyle’s favo...

Let’s continue the conversation around the barriers to investing in real estate. After the last episode where we explored an overview of some hurdles including financial and financing considerations, we take a deep dive into the fundamentals that we explore when searching for new properties to add to our real estate portfolio.  Turn up the volume and toss that phone in your pocket, because we are...

Let’s discuss the barriers to investing in real estate. All three of the hosts spent years thinking about, planning, and learning about real estate investing ever before they took the plunge. What were the barriers that prevented them from starting earlier? What barriers may you be facing that have halted your action to start down this pathway to your financial future. Let’s dig in and clear up so...

In this episode Jon, Matt, and Kyle help you help your kids think about, earn, and use money that will put them on a pathway to build their own wealth.  Let’s unpack common mindsets about earning and spending money, practical systems to help your kids understand the power of compound interest through routine activities, and what lessons can be helpful to emerge the big ideas around what Einstein r...

In this episode Jon, Matt, and Kyle discuss the similarities and differences to investing in three common asset classes. While on the surface stock investing, owning-operating a business, and real-estate investing seem quite different, under the hood they all share similar benefits that can help you work towards building your wealth.  What you’ll learn:  How earning a stock dividend is similar to...

Why do we choose real estate as our primary go-to investment source? How does real estate grow your wealth in three ways while other types of investments only grow in at most two ways?  In this episode we highlight why appreciation is not the goal of the investment but the cherry on top!  Stick around and we’ll convince you why real estate should be in your investment portfolio regardless of risk...

Now that you’ve taken care of a plan to identify and fund your first investment on your journey to financial freedom, there is no doubt that you are going to want to get started faster than your pay yourself first strategy will currently allow.  In this episode we’ll outline two strategies where you can learn to supercharge your investment seed money.  This is the third and final episode in the We...

As you continue to understand your budget and systematically pay yourself first you should also be thinking about what that first investment will be. In this episode the guys share what asset classes you could be investing in and how you can get started with those investments.  This is the second episode in the Wealth Building Blueprint series.  What you’ll learn:  How you might get started invest...

In this inaugural episode of the Invested Teacher Podcast the hosts Jon, Kyle, and Matt discuss mindsets, beliefs, and goals of planning for their financial freedom.  Stick around and you’ll hear what youw didn’t learn in school that you should have, how your parents may have influenced your financial decisions in a positive or negative way, and how you can start your journey to becoming financial...

The hosts address this common idea or “teaching” that many people have been taught to believe: you should pay down your mortgage as fast as possible.  Stick around and you’ll learn how you can best leverage the value of your home so you can build and compound your wealth.  What you’ll learn:  Why paying down your mortgage may not be the best option to build your wealth;  What is the difference bet...

How do we start changing the trajectory of our financial future? Where will I get the money to start my investment portfolio? How can I make small changes in my life now that will result in huge gains in the future?  In this episode the Invested Teachers outline two of the five steps in the Invested Teacher Wealth Building Blueprint. They’ll outline how to creatively think and design your budget t...