Life's Inside Track

Is it more challenging to get up from a chair or the ground? Do you feel more tired than usual? Are the bags of groceries feeling heavier? There may be a simple solution! Brushing your teeth while doing five heel raises. Going down the stairs, followed by five pushups. Believe it or not, you can get physically stronger and develop better cardiovascular health within the comfort of your daily routi...

When I consider standard practices 35 years ago when I entered the real estate industry versus today's best practices, it's pretty mind-blowing. At that time, we agents assessed properties on behalf of our clients. Based on one tiny black-and-white thumbnail exterior image and a brief description, in a book that looked much like the yellow pages and was to remain in our possession exclusively. Now...

Amy was furious with her husband, Jack. He had pushed them to sell their sole rental property because he was tired of the maintenance work. Amy knew the spring market was only a few months away and wanted to wait a little longer. The winter had been frigid and snowy; Jack was sick of all the driveway shoveling, and one tenant went away for the weekend and froze a pipe! He insisted they sell while...

We’ve all heard horror stories; young couples embarking on a life together with crippling post-secondary debt and a future of paying rent. Aging couples who worked their whole lives only to retire in poverty. Or worse, an aging spouse, their partner recently deceased, left to navigate crippling debt alone. Maybe you’re reading this and wondering if this is the path you or your loved ones are heade...

Who do you know who radiates gratitude? You’ll recognize them quickly because their presence is like a breath of fresh air. They have a knack for finding silver linings in difficult situations and expressing sincere appreciation for the simplest things. Their contagious positivity uplifts those around them, creating an atmosphere of warmth and joy. In this episode of LIFE’s Inside Track, join Ken...

When times are good, it’s easy to feel invincible. As a REALTOR®, I’m often called into messy situations that people didn’t see coming. Dealing with a death in the family, a home going into foreclosure, or selling a home through power of attorney. These are not things we plan for, and yet they can and do happen. In this episode of LIFE’s Inside Track with the Dekker Team, we’ll learn how a few pre...

Have you ever driven by massive homes in a wealthy suburb and silently judged those who live in them? Maybe you live in one of those houses and feel undue judgement from others. Who is right? Is it immoral to be rich? Is it immoral to judge the wealthy? In this episode of LIFE’s Inside Track, we’ll join special guests Sean and Roz Woodland from Woodland Realty Investments as we wade through this p...

You've stumbled upon a remarkable real estate investment opportunity. But who will you turn to for guidance, funding, and logistical support? While lucrative opportunities abound, navigating the path to success can be challenging without a dependable team by your side. On this episode, Ken and Yetta host special guests Sean and Roz Woodland from Woodland Realty Investments. Together, we will delve...

Wouldn't it be absolutely incredible if you could earn money while also making a positive impact on other people's lives? It might seem like an impossible dream, but Sean and Roz Woodland from Woodland Realty Investments have proven that it can be a reality. Join us on this exciting episode of LIFE's Inside Track as we delve into the inspiring story of this dynamic couple. They will enlighten us o...

With the fluctuating real estate prices and rising interest rates, many people are feeling cut out of the real estate market. That’s why we are particularly excited about this segment of LIFE’s Inside Track, where we’ll meet with Sean and Roz Woodland from Woodland Realty Investments, a couple who for years believed home ownership for them could only ever be a dream or possibly a nightmare. In thi...

One of the more painful experiences we all encounter in life is letting others down. If you're like me, you've been late for appointments or forgotten altogether! I can recall when I let someone down on something I believed was trivial, only to learn it was such a big deal to the other person that it broke our connection beyond repair. In this episode of Life's Inside Track, Ken and Yetta unpack h...

If you could go back in time and talk to your teenage self about money, what would you say? What life lessons would you teach your younger self - and how would it have shaped your future differently? In this episode of Life’s Inside Track, we meet Aly Blakeburn, a Dekker Team co-op student from South Carleton High School, who had a powerful mental shift while reading Ken Dekker’s The Wealth Formul...

If you could use a time machine to go back and alter a choice or action in your past, what would it be? As a child, I thought it would be amazing to travel into my future to see what my life would be like as an adult. I thought of time as being here. And there. What I came to learn is that we’re actually in a time machine right now, because everything we do today impacts our future. Our lives are...

Do you watch home improvement shows on Netflix? If so, you’ve likely seen several episodes or even documentaries on families opting to get back to nature. Off-the-grid cabins and hobby farms are becoming increasingly popular. With the lack of housing in Ottawa, other people are seeking new builds. Determining your mortgageability in these cases is not as straightforward as buying a standard home....

How far away are you from purchasing your next investment property? Maybe the rising interest rates and the increased prices of homes caused you to throw up your hands in despair. Perhaps you’ve been biding your time while your home equity builds. What if I told you many people could afford to own a property and don’t even know it? In this episode of Life’s Inside Track with the Dekker Team, we’ll...

Do you really want to honor all of your commitments? Many times I’ve found it painful keeping them because sometimes it feels like they restrict me rather than propel me forward. When we over-commit, we often lose our passion for the task and just feel obligated. In this episode of Life’s Inside Track, Ken and Yetta unpack what commitment has done in their life and life lessons they’ve learned alo...

Have you ever sat in front of a large window in the middle of winter? It’s chilly, isn’t it? Many people don’t realize that technology has advanced in energy efficiency, so much so that this experience is no longer necessary. In fact, your home could be toasty warm in the winter when you are in the basement and cool on the second story in the heat of the summer. On today's episode, Ken and Yetta w...

How would you rate your relationship with God? I know there are times when I feel so close to Him; I’ll hear His voice daily and feel His clear guidance. Other times, it can seem like I’m just going through the motions, feeling disjointed and empty. In this episode of Life’s Inside Track with the Dekker Team, we’ll discuss how to press into the Lord to feel His presence. Join Ken and Yetta as we l...

At some point in every meaningful relationship I’ve ever had, whether a friendship or something romantic, I’ve encountered disagreements that triggered my frustration and dysregulated my emotions. Maybe you have viewed someone you care about as an enemy because you experienced opposing ideas about an issue. What pulled you out of your frustration and helped you reconnect? Join Ken and Yetta as we...

Many people dream of the passive income that comes with owning rental properties. The stable stream of money each month can free you up to do what you love each day. What if this became your new reality? In this episode of Life’s Inside Track with the Dekker Team, we’ll examine several types of real estate rentals that can get you there and the pros and cons of each. Join Ken and Yetta to learn wh...

Have you ever been late for an event? Unintentionally hurt someone? Experienced a terrible loss? We all experience struggles. Whether minor frustrations like running out of time for something or more serious ones like the death of a loved one. The question is, how do you approach your hardships? In this episode of Life’s Inside Track with the Dekker Team, we’ll examine how people generally approac...

It’s easy to feel restless in March, when you feel spring coming and it’s not quite here yet. Many of us are tired of being cooped up in our homes all winter and are looking for a change! Maybe cabin fever has you looking at your home differently and you’re realizing it’s time to move. In this episode of Life’s Inside Track with the Dekker Team, we’ll examine how to know when it’s time to sell and...

Do you recall a time when you made an instant connection with someone? It may have felt like you became immediate friends. You just seemed to “get” each other. If only all our relationships with people in our community could begin so easily! In this episode of Life’s Inside Track with the Dekker Team, we’ll examine how to connect with those around you, whether personally or professionally. Join Ke...

Did you know journeying to wealth is like hopping on a train? So many of us feel we have to be holding the golden ticket of guaranteed success in order to have the confidence to climb on. Happily, as we’ll discover, confidence is not the place to start! In this episode of Life’s Inside Track with the Dekker Team, we’ll examine the 4 C’s needed for a successful trip on the real estate investment tr...

Are you tired of living with more tasks than you have time to complete? It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when there is so much to accomplish and not enough energy or space to do all of it. Or even half of it! In this episode of Life’s Inside Track with the Dekker Team, we’ll consider what causes us to enter a state of overwhelm and how to get out of it. Join Ken and Yetta as we learn how you can prio...