WealthGenius Podcast

What happens when the “old” Ontario investor playbook stops working? In Episode 84, Alonso sits down with Erwin Szeto - long-time Ontario investor + Realtor (since 2010) who’s had equity in 40+ properties - to talk about why the classic BRRRR-heavy strategy that worked in places like Hamilton and Niagara is getting crushed today… and what smart investors are doing next. Erwin shares the behind-the...

🎙Can Canadians actually invest in U.S. real estate without it being a tax/legal/financing nightmare? In Episode 83, Alonso sits down with Thomas Lorini (dual citizen, investing on both sides of the border) to break down the real story behind Wealth Genius expanding into the U.S. — and why “don’t shut the door” might be the smartest wealth-building mindset for Canadians right now. Thomas shares: ho...

What happens when you mix real estate investing, business systems, and a hard truth about work-life priorities… with a conversation about why Portugal moves slower on purpose? In Episode 82 of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alonso Cuadra sits down with Fernando Nunes fresh off the Azores retreat to talk about: why Portugal’s lifestyle feels like “home” even if you weren’t born there the realities of i...

What happens when an HGTV host, renovator and U.S. real estate investor combines 30 years in film & TV with 15 years of investing south of the border? In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso sits down with Wendy Russell – former host of “She’s Crafty” on HGTV, renovator, U.S. investor (Indianapolis & Savannah), Airbnb superhost, and storytelling coach for real estate investor...

🎙What if you could become your own bank? In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra sits down with Scott Gannon, an authorized Infinite Banking Practitioner with over 30 years of financial experience, to demystify one of the most misunderstood wealth strategies out there - infinite banking. Scott breaks down how it really works, why it’s not just for the ultra-wealthy, and how it...

We went LIVE at the EXPAND Conference with a powerhouse panel to unpack what’s working right now: market selection, missing-middle development, Alberta & Ontario plays, U.S. opportunities, underwriting vs. emotion, MLI Select, registered funds, legal structures, and how to create deal flow when listings sit. Panelists: Thomas Lorini – “US Dealmaker,” cross-border investor & author of Borde...

Vitali Babiy went from a comfortable IT career to building a rapidly growing multifamily portfolio—capping it with a neglected 76-unit off-market turnaround. In this episode we get into the real levers: underwriting iterations, stress-testing (rates, rents, MLI Select), building a buy box, creating deal flow, and why bigger deals can actually be easier to negotiate. If you’re stuck flipping or sta...

🎙 Fear as a compass. Mentors as multipliers. And why you should invest for the next 10 years—not the next 10 days. In this episode, Alfonso sits down with Gary Hibbert (Smart Home Choice, broker/educator/podcaster with ~300 episodes) to break down the hero’s journey of growth, the rise of long-form podcasting, and how to navigate today’s real-estate market with skill, not hope. What you’ll learn H...

Mike Koenigs x EXPAND AI Accelerator — How to Future-Proof Your Business with AI In this episode, Mike Koenigs joins us to talk about how AI is transforming business, marketing, and entrepreneurship — and why learning this now is your biggest competitive edge. We also dive into the upcoming EXPAND AI Accelerator Live Event, where you’ll get hands-on AI strategies to grow your business, automate yo...

From a two-room schoolhouse in tiny Waterton Park to owning resorts in Curaçao , Deanna Boyden’s path rewrites what’s possible. In this wide-open convo with host Alfonso Cuadra , Deanna shares how early hard work shaped her mindset, the creative financing that got her first big house (and why Alberta’s “assumable without qualifying” era mattered), how the 2008 U.S. crisis opened the door to buying...

Entrepreneurial grit meets community-building on the water. Mario joins Alfonso to share how he went from window-washing and door-to-door sales to running a construction company, snagging a general contractor license under pressure, grinding through setbacks, and—eventually—creating a real estate investor Summit at Sea. We cover: • How “do it now” deadlines (and zero safety nets) forged Mario’s ca...

🚨 Get Ready to EXPAND Your Real Estate Business! 🚨 EXPAND Investor Conference | October 31 – November 2, 2025 📍 Canada’s Biggest Real Estate Investor Conference This isn't just another event — it's a 3-day strategic deep-dive designed to supercharge your real estate investing journey and help you EXPAND your business like never before! 🎉 Now in its 8th edition , EXPAND has become the...

From hip-hop stages to real estate deals —Morgan Little (aka Mo Littles ) joins Alfonso to trace his pivot from touring artist to agent, investor, and content pro . They talk Pac vs. Biggie, the Canadian rap scene, and how COVID forced a reinvention. Morgan breaks down wholesaling, getting licensed, building an investor network, and launching Keep Me Posted (social media content with Capture Conne...

🚨 Get Ready to EXPAND Your Real Estate Business! 🚨 EXPAND Investor Conference | October 31 – November 2, 2025 📍 Canada’s Biggest Real Estate Investor Conference This isn't just another event — it's a 3-day strategic deep-dive designed to supercharge your real estate investing journey and help you EXPAND your business like never before! 🎉 Now in its 8th edition , EXPAND has become the...

Tax pain? Meet the fix. In this episode, Alfonso sits down with CPA Gerry Hogenhout—a real estate investor and tax strategist—to unpack practical, legal ways investors can keep more of what they make. They cover when to use corporations and holding companies, how to stop filing “after the fact,” active vs. passive income, capital gains myths, dividend planning, and why your accountant must underst...

In this special takeover episode, Alfonso trades seats and lets his wife Helene run the show. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like living with the “Godfather of Real Estate,” this is your backstage pass. They unpack Alfonso’s honest (and very human) morning routine, why he guards home as a work-free sanctuary, how a Reader’s Digest feature nudged him from private to public, and the philos...

Mortgage pro, builder, and investor Jennifer Champion joins Alfonso to unpack her leap from Vancouver Island to Edmonton, scaling from live-in renos to 10 doors in 3 months, and how she now helps investors structure CMHC MLI Select financing for 6–10 unit infill projects. Jennifer shares the family strategy that lets her sprint (shout-out to Seth), the unexpected origin story running a salon &...

Bed bugs, roaches, mice… and cash flow. In this Wealth Genius episode, Alfonso sits down with Christian Gilbert, an exterminator and real estate investor, to unpack the true cost of pest infestations in multifamily buildings and the fastest, most reliable ways to fix them. Christian shares how a 2012 bed bug crisis pushed him to launch his own pest-control operations and a specialty “last-resort”...

In this inspiring episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra sits down with Denise and Stuart MacPherson, seasoned real estate investors, educators, and founders of SDM Capital Trust. Their journey is nothing short of remarkable. After divorces and financial setbacks, Denise and Stuart rebuilt their lives by diving into real estate investing at retirement age. From their very first RRSP...

In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra sits down with Mike Chadha, Kiran Kaur, and Srihari Padhy for a powerful discussion on immigration, opportunity, real estate, and the future of Canada. We dive into what makes Canada unique as a land of opportunity, why Edmonton and Alberta are attracting massive investment right now, and how the “silver tsunami” of aging baby boomers is...

In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, host Alonso Cuadra sits down with Chad Griffiths, author of Industrialize and host of The Industrial Real Estate Show, to break down the opportunities, challenges, and future trends in industrial real estate. From managing $25K/month vacancy risks to leveraging triple-net leases, Chad explains why this niche is both rewarding and risky - and why the sh...

In this inspiring episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra sits down with BC Realtor and real estate investor Kelly Raabe to discuss her incredible journey from starting over after a devastating divorce to building a thriving real estate portfolio. Kelly shares how she turned one investment condo into a wealth-building machine, the power of strategic renovations, and why knowing your m...

In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra sits down with Calvin Hexter, Realtor, investor, and founder of RECON — one of Canada's fastest-growing real estate investor conferences. They dive into: What makes Edmonton one of the hottest real estate markets in Canada Why Calvin launched RECON (and how it sold out with no date announced ) His mission to make real estate educati...

🎙️ How Zach Cahill Used Rent-to-Own to Quit His Job & Build Generational Wealth In this episode, Alfonso sits down with investor and entrepreneur Zach Cahill, who reveals how he went from playing video games at a northern ambulance base to owning multiple properties, quitting his 9-5, and building a purpose-driven business helping families become homeowners through rent-to-own. You’ll hear: Ho...

In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra sits down with infinite banking expert Jose Salloum. In the heart of Montreal, Quebec, Jose Salloum stands as a beacon of the transformative power of the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC). His steadfast dedication marks a fervent commitment to empowering Canadians to master their financial futures. Known as "The IBC Expert," Jose&...