The MapleMoney Show: Recent Episodes
Tom Drake
The MapleMoney Show is a personal finance podcast helping Canadians learn how to make money, save money, invest money, and spend money in a way that helps you create lasting financial freedom.
More information at https://maplemoney.com
Do you struggle to give to charity? Perhaps you want to give, but aren’t sure where to allocate your charitable dollars. This week’s guest explains why charitable giving is so important, and shows us an easier way to donate.
John Bromley began his career in corporate finance working with PwC and RBC Capital Markets. After developing an in-depth understanding of the complex world underpinning the charity sector, he founded Charitable Impact, an organization that has facilitated more than $1.1 billion in charitable donations.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/216
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Retire Happy. Retire Happy has been providing top-quality information and resources on retirement, investing, and estate planning for over 20 years and was named the best personal finance blog by The Globe and Mail.
The Retire Happy VIP Members Library includes subscriber-only downloads, including an Annual Financial Checkup and checklists to help you with everything from reviewing your portfolio, to what you need to know about your duties as an executor. Become a Retire Happy VIP, by signing up for free at https://retirehappy.ca/subscribe
Do you consider yourself a perfectionist? Do you struggle to accept failure? Too often, our fear of failure holds us back. My guest this week explains that we should not only embrace failure, we should celebrate it.
Erin “Big” Diehl is a Business Improv Edutainer, Failfluencer, and Professional Zoombie. Through a series of unrelated dares, Erin created improve it!, a unique professional development company that pushes others to laugh, learn, play, and grow.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/215
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Retire Happy. Retire Happy has been providing top-quality information and resources on retirement, investing, and estate planning for over 20 years and was named the best personal finance blog by The Globe and Mail.
The Retire Happy VIP Members Library includes subscriber-only downloads, including an Annual Financial Checkup and checklists to help you with everything from reviewing your portfolio, to what you need to know about your duties as an executor. Become a Retire Happy VIP, by signing up for free today at https://retirehappy.ca/subscribe
The Canadian workplace has undergone massive changes in recent years, with the rise of the gig economy and a shift towards remote work. But does it mean companies have changed how they recruit and hire new talent? My guest this week is an expert on hiring in Canada. He joins me to share tips to help you land a job in 2022 and beyond.
David King is a Senior Managing Director with Robert Half, the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm. His perspectives and knowledge on workplace issues and labour trends are often featured in major media outlets and executive keynotes, and he provides curriculum guidance to leading educational institutions across the country.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/214
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Retire Happy. Retire Happy has been providing top-quality information and resources on retirement, investing, and estate planning for over 20 years and was named the best personal finance blog by The Globe and Mail.
The Retire Happy VIP Members Library includes subscriber-only downloads, including an Annual Financial Checkup and checklists to help you with everything from reviewing your portfolio, to what you need to know about your duties as an executor. Become a Retire Happy VIP, by signing up for free today at https://retirehappy.ca/subscribe
Have you made your will and named an executor for your estate? Does your executor understand your wishes when it comes closing down your digital assets? If not, you still have some work to do. Anything that’s attached to a login ID and password can be considered a digital asset. If your executor isn’t prepared to handle your various online accounts after you die, it could cause problems.
David E. Edey is a Certified Executor Advisor (CEA) who has worked in the financial planning industry in Montreal for more than 35 years. No one likes talking about death and inheritances before they have to, but David has learned that having these conversations earlier rather than later will save time and money. I sat down with David this week to talk about digital assets and how you can prepare your executor (and your family members) to make life easier when you’re gone.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/213
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Retire Happy. Retire Happy has been providing top-quality information and resources on retirement, investing, and estate planning for over 20 years and was named the best personal finance blog by The Globe and Mail.
The Retire Happy VIP Members Library includes subscriber-only downloads, including an Annual Financial Checkup and checklists to help you with everything from reviewing your portfolio, to what you need to know about your duties as an executor. Become a Retire Happy VIP, by signing up for free at https://retirehappy.ca/subscribe
It’s a subject no one wants to think about, but at some point, many people will be forced to endure the loss of a spouse. The emotional toll alone can be overwhelming, but how do you deal with the financial implications when your spouse passes away?
It’s an experience this week’s guest had to face. Richard Dri is a financial planner with over 20 years of experience. In 2020, he lost his wife, Mary after a five year battle with ovarian cancer. He has now dedicated his work to help widows and widowers with their finances. I sat down with Richard to talk about picking up the pieces financially after losing your spouse.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/212
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Retire Happy. Retire Happy has been providing top-quality information and resources on retirement, investing, and estate planning for over 20 years and was named the best personal finance blog by The Globe and Mail.
The Retire Happy VIP Members Library includes subscriber-only downloads, including an Annual Financial Checkup and checklists to help you with everything from reviewing your portfolio, to what you need to know about your duties as an executor. Become a Retire Happy VIP, by signing up for free at https://retirehappy.ca/subscribe
The price of Canadian real estate is all over the map. We’ve been hearing that prices will continue to fall, but how far and for how long? With so much volatility, how does one know when it’s a good time to buy a house?
Bekim Merdita is the Vice President of Sales & Business Development at Rocket Mortgage Canada, a mortgage broker that uses a fully digital experience to transform the home buying process. Bekim joins me on the show to discuss the current state of the Canadian housing market. Bekim explains why buying a house is like buying a stock, and shares tips on how to get started if you’re planning to buy a house in the near future.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/211
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With stock markets in turmoil and sky-high inflation, we haven’t had much in the way of good news as of late. But how does one respond when it seems like our economy is crashing? Do you stay invested or cash out? According to this week’s guest, now isn’t the time to panic, but that doesn’t mean the trouble is over.
Kanwal Sarai has been a dividend investor for more than 22 years, and started with just $500. He is the founder of Simply Investing, a dividend investing educational company designed to help people become financially independent, and the all-new Simply Investing Dividend podcast. Kanwal has a natural ability to teach complex subjects in an easy-to-understand manner. He joins me to discuss why dividend investing now matters more than ever.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/210
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
What’s your approach to life? Do you set goals for the future or take things as they come? And if you have a spouse or partner, how do you include them in your plans? This week’s guest has achieved financial independence together with his wife. I met him at Fincon in Orlando, Florida, to discuss the role that lifestyle design played in their early retirement.
Matt is a financially-independent economist, entrepreneur, and financial consultant who left the corporate world in 2017 to pursue his dreams. With a deep understanding of the investment world in Asia and the West, he currently lives between Switzerland, Singapore, and Taiwan. He writes about how the wealthy manage their money on his blog, Financial Imagineer.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/209
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio focusing on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
Do you have a career or business venture that you’re trying to grow? If so, how is your network? The very thought of building a network is intimidating for most people, but it doesn’t have to be.
For this week’s episode, I reached out to my own network for help. Monica Louie is a former personal finance blogger turned Facebook Ads strategist who now runs her own successful agency. Lacey Langford is an Accredited Financial Coach and founder of the Military Money Show, a podcast dedicated to helping the military community with personal finance.
They joined me live from the Podcast Movement Conference in Dallas this week to discuss the importance of building a strong network and to share how networking has made a difference in their careers and lives.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/208
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Want to know more about cryptocurrencies and NFTs or how the blockchain works? It’s a fascinating and ever-changing world, and as you explore it, the possibilities seem endless.
Eric Rosenberg is a finance writer, speaker, and consultant. His writing has appeared in publications including the Huffington Post, Business Insider, Investopedia, and many others. He’s worked with many top brands, including TD Ameritrade, Betterment, Citizens Bank, and BMO Harris.
I met with Eric at Podcast Movement this past week to discuss current trends in cryptocurrency, NFTs, and ways the blockchain could be used in the future.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/207
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio focusing on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
Do you find yourself checking your bank account statement every month wondering where all of the money has gone? Do you wonder why you find yourself still living paycheque to paycheque no matter how many raises you get at work? The problem is cashflow, or a lack of it.
Gordon Stein is an international keynote speaker, blogger, personal finance expert and author of Cashflow Cookbook - $2 Million of Financial Freedom in 60 Easy Recipes. He delivers transformational talks that help people crush their number one stress – their finances.
I sat down with Gordon this week to talk about how increased cash flow can not only improve your financial wellness, but help you regain focus, balance, and find more joy in your life. According to Gordon, it can be done with minimal effort and no budgeting.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/206
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Are you in the midst of a divorce or considering a divorce? The road ahead will have it’s share of difficulty, but you and your spouse can have a more positive outcome depending on how you make some key decisions.
My guest this week is a divorce account who understands the financial and emotional toll of divorce, and she joins me to share some expert advice.
Kelly LaVallie, CPA, CA, is a divorce accountant who helps clients navigate the financial implications of marriage breakdown from understanding the family finances to negotiating and structuring the financial settlement.
She’s also the author of a book titled, Untying the Knot: Protecting Your Emotional and Financial Health During Divorce.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/205
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
As I get older, I realize just how quickly life moves by. And at the end, I don’t want to leave behind a bunch of regrets. But how do you plan a regret-free life? That’s what this episode is all about.
Jordan Grumet was a hospice doctor who discovered the personal finance community through a book called The White Coat Investor. Since then, he left his clinical practice to pursue his passion for deep conversations about money and life.
Today he hosts a podcast called Earn & Invest, and his upcoming book, Taking Stock: A Hospice Doctor’s Advice on Financial Independence, Building Wealth, and Living a Regret-Free Life, comes out on August 2nd, though you can pre-order it on Amazon today. I sat down with Jordan to talk about living for today as you plan for the future.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/204
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
For most investors, a passive index approach is the easiest way to invest for the long-term. But if you’re willing to do the research, individual stocks offer a lot of potential. The challenge is knowing what fundamentals to look for, especially in today’s turbulent markets.
Braden Dennis is my guest this week. He’s the founder of stratosphere.io, an all-in-one platform for financial data, company specific metrics, and company research for investors, and host of The Canadian Investor Podcast. He walks us through his 6-step approach for finding great individual companies.
If you enjoyed Braden’s insight and would like to learn more about his methods for finding great companies to invest in, I highly recommend that you check out Stratosphere, Braden’s research platform. You can sign up for free at https://maplemoney.com/stratosphere
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/203
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
An energy-efficient home can save you thousands of dollars and help the environment, but making the necessary eco-friendly upgrades can be very expensive. Thankfully, there are several different federal and provincial home rebates and loan programs that can help to offset the cost.
Jordan Kaye is a personal finance expert, green home renovation enthusiast, and spokesperson for Zolo.ca. She joins me this week to discuss ways you can take advantage of these programs to save money and make your home more energy-efficient
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/202
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%
Real estate investing often requires a slow and steady approach, but there is a way to increase your investment returns, through private mortgage lending. You have a chance to become the bank by lending your own money to individuals who need a mortgage, but are outside the box of traditional lenders.
Chad Robinson is the president of Align Mortgage Corporation and IQ Lend Inc. A fully licensed mortgage and real estate broker with 25 years of experience, he is also the author of the book, Becoming the Bank. I sat down with Chad this week to find out more about private mortgage lending, and why it offers so much potential for some real estate investors.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/201
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
It’s hard to believe, but we celebrate 200 episodes of The MapleMoney Show this week! Joining in the fun are my most frequent guests from the past four years, and good friends, J.D. Roth and Miranda Marquit.
Rather than focus on a single topic for episode 200, I decided to reflect on my previous conversations with J.D. and Miranda here on the show. For example, Miranda updates us on how she continues outsourcing tasks like grocery shopping and housekeeping. And J.D. talks about a recent move and reminisces on one of his big money mistakes.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/200
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%
Loyalty rewards programs can be very lucrative, rewarding their members with free flights and hotel stays, and other luxury experiences. But why do they have to be so confusing? This week, I sat down with an expert to find out what really are the best credit card rewards programs in Canada, and how the average Canadian can maximize their earnings.
Ricky Zhang is the founder of Prince of Travel, Canada’s leading travel rewards website. Leading up to our conversation, I was hoping that Ricky could clear up some of the confusion I had regarding credit card travel rewards, so I came prepared with lots of questions.
Ricky is hosting The Travel Summit in late October in Toronto and is giving MapleMoney Show listeners a discount. If you’re interested in learning more about making the most of your travel, head to https://thetravelsummit.com/ and during checkout, use coupon code MAPLEMONEY to save $50.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/199
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
When most of us think about insurance, we think of life insurance - protecting our loved ones after we die. But what about insurance to cover you and your family while you’re still alive? This week on The MapleMoney Show, I tackle the subject of disability and critical illness insurance with my guest, Kristen Fazio.
Kristen explains how disability and critical illness insurance differs from life insurance. For one, life insurance is very straightforward, you’re either alive, or you’re not. Disability and critical illness insurance are considered living benefits - it protects you while you’re still alive.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/198
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Purchasing an older home and then funding major renovations is hard enough for two people, let alone one. The numbers can get tricky in the current housing market if you’re a solo homeowner. This week on The MapleMoney Show, I brought in an expert.
Jordann Brown is a content marketing manager for Zolo and a personal finance expert who writes on topics such as debt management, homeownership, and budgeting. She has been featured in publications including The Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, and CBC.
Over the past few years, Jordann has spent a significant amount of money on eco-friendly renovations to her Halifax home. I sat down with Jordann this week to find out more about her experience, and how she manages her budget as a solo homeowner.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/197
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
Does applying for a mortgage seem overwhelming? With all of the complicated rules and jargon, it’s easy to feel like you’re at a disadvantage when dealing with your bank or mortgage broker. This week’s guest is here to help.
Brighton Gbarazia is a mortgage broker, finance expert, and author of the book, Master Your Mortgage: What the Bank Won’t Tell You About Buying the Right Home. After earning a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, he spent over a decade gathering game-changing skills, knowledge, and wisdom from his roles as a financial advisor and mortgage underwriter at Canada’s largest banks and credit unions. I sat down with Brighton this week to find out what your bank is really looking for in a mortgage application.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/196
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Does dealing with your finances cause you anxiety? If so, how do you handle it? My guest this week has a clever approach to conquering money-related anxiety - multiple emergency funds.
Alyssa Davies is a content manager for Zolo and the published author of The 100 Day Financial Goal Journal. Her newest book, Financial First Aid, hit stores on May 3rd. Alyssa is also the founder of the two-time award-winning Canadian Personal Finance Blog of the Year, Mixed Up Money. I sat down with Alyssa this week to chat about her unique approach to emergency funds, and the complicated relationship between our emotions and our bank account.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/195
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
The Canadian real estate industry is buzzing these days, but many people don’t realize that there’s more to real estate than houses and apartment blocks. Industrial real estate is also booming, and there is an opportunity for some investors to buy in.
Chad Griffiths has been an industrial real estate broker since 2005 and an investor since 2014. As a member of a global commercial real estate company and a partner with his local firm, Chad has completed over 500 deals with clients ranging from small companies to large institutional owners. Chad joins the show this week to explain how industrial real estate works, and how a person can get started investing in industrial properties.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/194
Willful’s user-friendly online platform means you can create your legal will and Power of Attorney documents from the comfort of home in less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%
When it comes to home renovations, you want to know that the money you spend will lead to a return on your investment down the road. But not all home renos are worth the money when it comes to boosting resale value. How do you know what updates are worth the cost, and which ones to avoid.
Jennifer Hooper is a Calgary-based real estate agent with more than 10 years of industry experience. She joins me this week to talk about the types of renovations that increase a home’s resale value and the ones that don’t.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/193
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
When you look around, it’s easy to see how much need there is in our world. But how do you increase your charitable giving when life seems to be getting more expensive every year?
For the past 15 years, Bob and Linda Lotich have shared their best money lessons on their award-winning blog, SeedTime, and the SeedTime Money Podcast. They recently wrote a book, titled Simple Money, Rich Life. Bob and Linda joined the show this week to explain what led them to start “giving their age” as a percentage of their income towards charity every year. Bob’s now in his 40’s. If that sounds impossible, then you’ll want to check out this episode!
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/192
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
More people than ever are making money by starting online businesses. But while it might sound simple, online entrepreneurship comes with its own set of challenges. This week’s guest is here to help you find the courage to build something online and fire the haters.
After becoming financially independent at 32 years old, Jillian Johnsrud turned her personal and professional experience towards a creative life. She is a popular public speaker, teaches online classes, is a coach, and a writer. Her book Fire the Haters: Finding the Courage to Create Online in a Critical World helps creatives and entrepreneurs share their best work with the world.
I sat down with Jillian this week to discuss a range of topics, including how to tackle imposter syndrome, the importance of setting emotional boundaries, and the constant fight for balance in a busy world.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/191
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
If you’re of a certain vintage, like me, the name CBC Street Cents is sure to trigger memories from adolescence. The popular Canadian TV show, aimed at teenagers, originally aired on CBC Television between 1989 and 2006. Streets Cents is making a comeback, but this time, it’s not on TV. This week, I sat down to chat with two of the lead content creators for the new Street Cents: Carley Thorne and Mercedes Gaztambide.
Carley Thorne is a designer, and comedian. She has spent time at Toronto’s Second City and toured North America performing sketch comedy. She translated her love of books into a successful YouTube channel with over 150K subscribers.
Mercedes Gaztambide is a new graduate from Ryerson University with a degree in Journalism. Born and raised in Boston, her love of reading and writing started in Harvard University Libraries. Her goal is to find the truth in every story and prepare the next generation of critical thinkers. She knows what her credit score is and can help you find yours.
I asked Carley and Mercedes about the upcoming Street Cents Reboot, and we talked about some of the key financial challenges facing young Canadians in 2022.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/190
Willful’s user-friendly online platform means you can create your legal will and Power of Attorney documents from the comfort of home in less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Money can be complicated, even for the experts. It’s why my guest this week hires a financial planner, even though he was a financial advisor for more than 15 years. He joins the show to share some outside-the-box money tips, including how to win at insurance, the value of timelining your goals, why focusing on risk tolerance is a problem, and why you, too, need a financial planner.
Joe Saul-Sehy is the co-host of the popular Stacking Benjamins podcast, and co-author of the book called Stacked: Your Super Serious Guide to Money Management. I sat down with Joe this week to chat about the various money topics he tackles in his new book, and an interesting connection to the Hardy Boys.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/189
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
Why are so many people afraid to ask for help when they’re having money trouble? What about opening up to a spouse or partner about their shared finances? My guest this week shares the 3 steps you can take to make talking about money easy. Want to know more? Don’t miss this episode!
If you still think of wealth as a numbers game, you haven’t met Michelle Arpin Begina. An Advisor, Author, and Speaker, Michelle has taken her own money story and transformed it into a passion for financial literacy that marries wealth management and financial therapy. Michelle and I sat down to discuss a common problem; not being able to solve financial problems with those closest to you, because you’re afraid to bring up the subject.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/188
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
What kind of investor are you? With the advent of technology and the emergence of low cost discount brokerages, more Canadian investors are taking a DIY approach with their money. Does that mean that financial advice no longer matters?
Sheldon Brow is the founder & CEO of Fintech platform Pocket Finance. He’s passionate about empowering clients with full and fair disclosure, inclusion, and bridging gaps to financial guidance and deeper client engagement. He’s also an open banking enthusiast and finance futurist. I sat down with Sheldon recently to discuss why it’s still important to seek the advice of various experts when it comes to your money.
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Do you consider yourself to be good with money? The truth is, we have all struggled to manage our finances at some point. In fact, according to this week’s guest, there are four different ways that people struggle with money. The good news is that you can train yourself to overcome your weaknesses.
Jessi Fearon is a personal finance writer and coach who seeks to challenge, encourage, and equip women to take the steps they need to achieve financial freedom. Jessi is the author of the book, Getting Good with Money: Pay Off Your Debt and Find a Life of Freedom - Without Losing Your Mind. Jessi firmly believes in living a real life on a budget and that personal finance is, in fact, personal. She seeks to help others learn how to make their money work for them.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/186
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If you’re not currently investing your money, what’s preventing you from getting started? Are you worried about the risks involved? Do you lack the know how, or are personal circumstances, including your current financial situation, getting in the way? My guest this week understands the barriers that stop people from learning to invest, because she’s been there.
Keisha Bailey is the industry powerhouse behind the Profit Jumpstarter brand and is an experienced Financial Strategist, Investment Educator and Entrepreneur. She spent 17 years making money for wealthy individuals and corporations before shifting her expertise towards serving the up and coming generations of wealth builders. Keisha joins me on the show to explain how actions you take today will impact the kind of lifestyle you will have tomorrow.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/185
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Have you ever avoided checking your credit card balance because it was too stressful? According to my guest this week, it’s human nature to push away the hard things in life. Thankfully, there are ways you can reduce your financial stress and gain flexibility with your finances.
Emily Guy Birken is a Plutus Award-winning freelance writer and the author of five books including Stacked: Your Super Serious Guide to Modern Money Management, written with Joe Saul-Sehy. Emily joined me this week to talk about some of the money mindset issues that she’s tackled in her books. And that doesn’t mean you can’t find lighthearted humour in this topic, even while we discuss everything from the holocaust, to a zombie apocalypse.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/184
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
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Have you thought about downsizing your home to reduce expenses? Or maybe you’ve been saving for a down payment on your first house, while watching the real estate market continue to rise, making you feel left behind? What if you considered something more extreme to meet your housing goals while helping your finances?
Michael Bartz is an actor, podcast producer and host, as well as an environmentalist. In 2017 he took a big step to lowering his environmental footprint by building his own off-grid Tiny House. It took four years, but he finished it and now he and his partner live on a farm in southern Alberta. He has no mortgage, no debt, and keeps his cost of living extremely low, which allows him to pursue creative endeavours full-time. Downsizing in all sorts of ways has allowed Michael to live his biggest life.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/183
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You’ve heard of Bitcoin and possibly the blockchain, but what about NFTs and how they might become a major part of our metaverse future? Today, we’re going to hear about how you can purchase these digital items that you truly own and can resell, hopefully for a profit.
Mike Damazo is a video creator for Cult of Money, as well as his own channel, MDNFT. He is incredibly passionate about the NFT space, as well as cryptocurrency and DeFi in general. He’s also is known as BAYC #916, based on an NFT that he owns.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/182
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Have you ever been accused of being a shop-a-holic? Maybe it’s a title you’ve given yourself. People often get teased for the shopping addiction, not realizing that sometimes, the addiction may be real.
Sara Rose Danesi, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist and author of the blog, FITE addiction. Dr. Danesi writes about her personal struggle with shopping addiction and process for recovery as she pursues Financial Independence. She strives to empower others to experience the freedom of FI through financial sobriety. Sara joins me on the show this week to explain the different types of shopping addiction, and how to know when your urge to spend has become a problem.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/181
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Do you feel like your life needs more balance? Sometimes, in our pursuit of a better job, or more money, we lose sight of what really matters. We search for happiness, but then realize that financial or career success might not be making us any happier. My guest this week is here to talk about balance: How to invest and spend for happiness, Health, and Wealth.
Andrew Hallam is one of the world's most prolific personal finance speakers, having spoken at corporations and organisations in more than 32 different countries. As the author of Millionaire Teacher and Millionaire Expat, he's the only Canadian personal finance writer to have a book hit #1 for Amazon's personal finance and investing categories in Canada, the US, the United Arab Emirates and Singapore.
Andrew and his wife have been globally nomadic for the past eight years. His latest book is called, Balance: How to Invest and Spend for Happiness, Health and Wealth.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/180
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
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When it comes to personal finance, 2021 was another year to remember, but not necessarily for the right reasons. Interest rates remained low and government COVID supports continued for the most part. But inflationary pressures hit hard, and Canadian families from coast-to-coast felt the impact from increased prices on everything from vehicles to gasoline and groceries.
For the 3rd consecutive year, Rob Carrick of the Globe and Mail joins me to discuss economic and personal finance trends in the year ahead. I ask Rob for his thoughts on government COVID supports, and whether he sees them continuing in 2022. We also chat about the continued rise in house prices, low interest rates, and the impact of inflation on Canadian families in the coming year.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/179
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Have you wondered whether it’s better to go with a fixed or variable mortgage rate? And where should you go to get a mortgage - through your bank or through a broker? These are the questions thousands of Canadian home buyers are asking every day.
My guest this week is a mortgage lending expert who can answer many of these questions. Jacob Perez is an Ontario-based real estate investor & mortgage agent. Jacob started investing in real estate at just 23 years old. Since then, he’s built a portfolio that’s worth more than 10 Million dollars.
As a mortgage agent he helps his clients build wealth by reverse engineering the borrowing system to help people scale from 1 to 10 properties. He is in the top 0.5% of Mortgage Agents in Canada by production in only his first 4 years and owns the brokerage, Synergy Mortgage Group.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/178
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Do you find yourself going broke every Christmas? Do you feel yourself losing control over your spending? If so, you’re not alone. Thankfully, my guest this week is here to help.
Lauren Greutman is a financial coach who has appeared on The Today Show, The Rachael Ray Show, and Good Morning America, sharing simple, easy ways families can take back control of their money, live within their means, and create the happier life they’ve always dreamed of. I sat down with Lauren to find out how families can enjoy a debt-free and stress-free Christmas every year.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/177
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Here on the MapleMoney show, we’ve covered stock and real estate investing, but never in the same episode. But that all changes this week. Cody Yeh is my guest, and he’s here to explain how he combines real estate, stocks, and stock options to compound the growth of his investments.
Cody is a first-generation immigrant from Taiwan who came to Canada at the age of 18, went to university as an engineer, and eventually left his white-collar job. He’s now a real estate investor and a Stock & Options Coach with a seven-figure investment portfolio.
In this episode, Cody Yeh shares how you can earn cash flows and a good amount of revenue from both real estate and stocks. He talks about the mindset you use in real estate that you can carry over to stocks investment so you can win long-term.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/176
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
For most of us, price is the driving factor behind our spending decisions. But should we be looking deeper into the things we buy? My guest this week joins the show to explain how we can use our wallets to affect change in the world around us.
Tanja Hester retired early from a career in political and social change communications to devote all her time to purpose-driven projects. Tanja is the author of the award-winning book, “Work Optional: Retire Early the Non-Penny-Pinching Way”, called “the best step-by-step guide to retire early” by MarketWatch.
She’s used her leadership position within the personal finance media community to push for more social and environmental awareness. Her upcoming book is called Wallet Activism: How to Use Every Dollar You Spend, Earn, and Save as a Force for Change. Tanja sat down with me this week to discuss some of the concepts from the book.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/175
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We’re all familiar with different types of insurance - home insurance, health insurance, car insurance - but what about stock insurance?
Jerremy Newsome is my guest this week, and we’re talking about a subject that we haven’t tackled before here on the show - options trading. Options can be complicated, but Jerremy does a great job of breaking things down and making a complex topic much easier to understand. According to Jeremy, options are a type of insurance contract, plain and simple. Is he right? Listen in and find out!
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/174
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful: Online Wills Made Easy. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
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Can an insurance policy form part of your investment strategy? It’s one of the many questions I wanted to ask my guest this week.
Gregory Rozdeba is the co-founder and President of Dundas Life, a digital insurance brokerage that uses technology to make life insurance simple, accessible, & personalized for Canadians. Greg joins me on the show to discuss the various types of insurance you can buy, and explains when an insurance policy might make sense as an investment.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/173
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One of the great things about financial independence is having the ability to shift priorities when your plans change. My guest this week was on the journey to early retirement, but something changed.
Mel Dorion is the blogger and creator of Modest Millionaires. She discovered FIRE early in her career & crafted a 10-year plan for her family to reach financial independence by 2025. In 2021, she made the decision to slow things down, by leaving her career as a public servant and spending more time with her family.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/172
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Have you been the victim of credit card fraud? If so, you’ve felt the anger, and even embarrassment that can come with it. This week, I spoke with someone who knows first hand how it feels to be a victim of fraud.
Kari Norman is the author and creator behind the personal finance blog, Money In Your Tea. She has a background in Economics and is now self-employed, providing association management and bookkeeping services. Kari joins me on the show to tell her story, and to share some tips on how you can avoid becoming a victim of fraud, and what to do if it happens to you.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/171
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Have you ever been tempted to buy a stock based on advice from a friend or an article you read online? Maybe you went ahead and bought that hot stock. Unfortunately, those types of stories don’t usually end very well. But that doesn’t mean you should stay out of the market.
My guest this week is Joseph Hogue, of Let’s Talk Money YouTube fame. Joseph is a Chartered Financial Analyst with a 20-year background in venture capital and wealth management. I sat down with Joseph at FinCon, in Austin, Texas, in late September. Joseph and I talked about the right and wrong ways to pick stocks. Joseph also was kind enough to give us some insight into his investment portfolio, and how he divides his stock and ETF holdings.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/170
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Grocery prices have been in the headlines lately, but it’s not a good news story. For various reasons, inflationary pressures are causing prices to rise for many household items, including the food in your fridge. Thankfully, there are ways you can fight back.
Bob Lai is my guest this week. He and his wife are dividend investors who also know a thing or two about how to manage higher prices at the grocery store. Bob runs the personal finance blog Tawcan and has spent a lot of time researching changes in grocery prices for the past few years. He reveals which grocery store really does have the lowest prices, and shares some other ways you can lower your food bill.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/169
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You don’t have to be an expert to invest, but if you want to invest using leverage, some advanced knowledge is required.
This week, I sat down with the Money Mechanic to discuss how he and his wife invest with leverage to get ahead financially. For the unfamiliar, Money Mechanic is the host of two Canadian personal finance podcasts, FI Garage and Explore FI Canada. He's a helicopter mechanic by trade, but an investor at heart. He loves talking about anything money and is passionate about teaching Canadians how to achieve Financial Independence.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/168
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
If I told you that you could build a real estate portfolio using other people’s money, would you be interested? That’s exactly what my guest this week did, to the tune of $75 million dollars!
Edna Keep’s journey from single mom at age 16 to multi-millionaire Real Estate Entrepreneur and Coach is inspiring. She owns long term, buy-and-hold rental apartment buildings in Canada and the US. Her claim to fame is a $75 Million real estate portfolio built with “Other People’s Money.” Edna joins me on the show to explain how she became a successful real estate entrepreneur.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/167
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
In recent years, mobile technology has made banking more convenient than ever. Or has it? My guest week would say that while online banking has come a long way, it remains far from seamless.
Andrew Chau is the co-founder and CEO of Neo Financial, a technology company that’s creating a fully digital banking experience, without the fees and the hassles of dealing with a traditional bank. Andrew has a deep background as an entrepreneur. Prior to starting Neo Financial, in 2014, Andrew co-founded SkipTheDishes, Canada’s leading food ordering and delivery platform.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/166
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Last, but not least, here’s one final reminder to grab your free tickets to the Canadian Financial Summit, which kicks off on September 22nd. To get your free tickets, head over to https://maplemoney.com/summit
The very thought of leaving a comfortable career, uprooting your family, and relocating overseas is a scary one for most people. But sometimes adventure calls, and you have to answer. This is what happened to this week’s guest.
Kyle Prevost is an author and runs the website, Million Dollar Journey. He’s also a longtime educator. Recently, he and his wife left their home in small town Manitoba and relocated to Doha, Qatar, in the Middle East. I sat down with Kyle to discuss the reasons for his move, and how relocating overseas can impact your Canadian residency and income tax status.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/165
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
They say that personal finance is just that... personal. But with that in mind, there seems to be a consensus among the experts on certain money matters. For the past seven years on his podcast, Kornel Szrejber has asked top finance experts to share their best practices, tips, and tactics when it comes to personal finance in Canada. He joined me this week to share those lessons with us.
Kornel is the host of the Canadian Financial Summit and the Build Wealth Canada Show. He has been featured for paying off his mortgage in only 6 years while still in his 20s, and becoming one of Canada's youngest retirees at the age of 32. He now runs one of the top personal finance and investing podcasts for Canadians, as well as Canada's largest personal finance and investing conference.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/164
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Also, don’t forget to grab your free tickets to the Canadian Financial Summit, which is hosted by Kornel and happens later this month, on September 22nd. To get your free tickets, head to https://maplemoney.com/summit. I hope you’ll join me there!
At the end of the day, personal finance is all about how you manage your money. Anyone can outspend their income, no matter how much they make. What you need is a plan and a few helpful tips to follow.
Patrina Dixon is a Personal Finance Expert and founder of It’$ My Money®️. Her mission is to help people transform their lives by mastering money management. She teaches these skills through workshops and her financial course and has been featured in Black Enterprise, Yahoo Finance, and Experian. Patrina joins me on the show to share helpful tips for budgeting, tracking expenses, and growing your income.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/163
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
Are you, or someone you know, trying to get out of renting and into the real estate market? Depending on where you live, these days, buying your first home can seem like an impossibility.
Michael Dominguez is a successful real estate investor who, along with his wife, owns more than 10 investment properties in Ontario. He’s also the author of a book, Armchair Real Estate Millionaire. Michael joins me on the show to discuss how renters can make the jump into the real estate market through house hacking and other means.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/162
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency.Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Do you have a great story to tell about your experiences as a homeowner? Your house is the biggest purchase you’ll ever make, so it’s no surprise if there are a few adventures along the way.
J.D. Roth is my guest this week. Well known in the personal finance and financial independence communities. J.D. is the founder of Get Rich Slowly, a long-standing personal finance blog named one of the best by Time magazine. I sat down with J.D. to chat about his experience as a homeowner over the past four years, and why he recently decided to sell his dream property and relocate to a different city.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/161
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In financial circles, ‘debt is bad, and savings is good’ is a common refrain. But the truth is somewhat more complicated, and not enough people are educating themselves about how to properly use loans and other credit products to their advantage.
Vlad Sherbatov is the President and Co-Founder of Smarter Loans, Canada's largest loan, and financial directory. He is also the host of the Smarter Money Show, the video podcast that helps people excel with money in life and in business.
He is a passionate entrepreneur and business leader in the Canadian financial sector and was selected as a 2019 Top 25 Leaders in Lending by the Canadian Lenders Association. Vlad joins me on the show this week to explain how the right credit products can help propel you forward.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/160
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you have a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
At what age should you start teaching your kids about money? Do you worry that they’ll make the same money mistakes you made when you were young? Can you show them how to properly spend, save, and share their money? If you’ve asked yourself any of these questions, you’ll want to listen to this week’s episode.
Susan O’Brien is an award-winning wealth management advisor and author of the book, Net Worth Thinking: A New Way Forward for Wealth Management. Early in her career, Susan realized that what weighed on parents’ minds most when it came to their finances, was their kids. She joins me on the show this week to discuss ways to teach kids about money, and help them navigate the heavy consumer influences that are all around them.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/159
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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by choices you have when it comes to managing your investments? In addition to the multitudes of financial advisors vying for attention, there are dozens of online brokers and robo-advisors. No wonder it’s so hard to know what to do with your portfolio. Thankfully, my guest this week is here to help you sort things out.
Jim Yih is the founder of RetireHappy.ca, Best Selling Author, and Financial Speaker on wealth, retirement and personal finance. Jim takes us through the history of financial advice in Canada, and explains where things stand today. By the end of the episode, you should have more confidence about where and how to invest your money.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/158
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How often do you think about your retirement? When you do, what is it that concerns you the most? If it’s money, then you’re not alone. But as you’re about to find out, there’s a lot more to a successful retirement than the money.
Mike Drak is the author of the books Retirement Heaven or Hell: 9 Principles for Designing Your Ideal Post-Career Lifestyle, and Victory Lap Retirement, Work While You Play, Play While You Work. Mike joins me this week to share his story, how he found himself in a place he calls ‘retirement hell,’ and how he managed to escape.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/157
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you have a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Are you struggling with debt that you can never seem to pay off? If you don’t create a plan for your money, you’ll struggle to pay off debt regardless of your income level. My guest this week is here to help.
Ashley Patrick is the founder of the blog, Budgets Made Easy. Ashley and her husband paid off $45,000 of debt in 17 months. I sat down with Ashley this week, and she explained how they managed to become debt free, and you can do the same by following a similar plan.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/156
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One of the most difficult jobs a landlord has is finding the right tenant for their rental property. And the screening process can be just as hard for the person who’s applying as it is for the landlord. My guest this week has created a tool that makes the entire process easier for both the landlord and the tenant. He joins me to discuss how it all works.
Chad Guziewicz is Co-Founder of Rentify, an instant screening tool used to verify tenant application data by landlords and property managers across North America. Chad is a 2x start-up entrepreneur and previously had extensive experience in the property management industry which fueled the inspiration for Rentify.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/155
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
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Can you live without internet? No, this isn’t an episode about cutting the cord, it’s what I had to do for half a week thanks to a damaged cable. Unfortunately, I couldn’t record a new episode without my connection to the outside world, but I did use the time to select an early episode that I think will inspire anyone that may have lost their job over the past year or more thanks to Covid.
Way back in episode three, Pat Flynn from Smart Passive Income was kind enough to join me on the show to discuss his experience in being laid off from his job during the 2008 financial crisis, and how he managed to turn the experience into a positive. Pat dishes on past side hustles, including one that may not have been legal! He also explains what inspired his book, Let Go.
I really think Pat’s message is worth bringing back to what is now a larger audience here on The MapleMoney Show, even if my skills as a host were still “in progress”, thankfully Pat helped to make this a great chat!
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/replay003
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Do you feel like you’re following the rules you’ve been taught about money, but you’re still not getting ahead? Sometimes it’s best to have a contrarian approach.
Ken Greene is a financial advisor and founder of Greene Finance & Insurance. Ken joins me this week to explain why it’s important to not only think about the future when it comes to your money, but to also enjoy today. Ken tells the story of how he managed to recover from many early financial mistakes, by making a major life change.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/154
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
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In Canada, real estate investing has yielded solid returns for many years, but is the current housing market making investors nervous? After all, the last thing you want to do is buy an investment property in a housing bubble.
Eric Chang is my guest this week. He’s been investing in real estate for over 10 years, purchasing his first rental property at age 24. He now owns a portfolio of rental properties in Southern Alberta. Eric joins me on the show to discuss, among other things, how real estate investing can lead to financial independence, and how to stress-test a rental property before you buy and figure out your personal risk profile.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/153
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The very mention of emerging markets is enough to make nervous investors twitch. After all, the asset class has long been synonymous with risk in investing. In this week’s episode, I dive into the subject of emerging markets with my guest, and what he has to say might surprise you.
Kevin Carter is the founder of EMQQ, an ETF that focuses on Internet & Ecommerce companies in, you guessed it, emerging markets. Kevin is a diehard value investor and Buffet fan but also a believer in indexing. His fund, EMQQ, has become the best overall performing Emerging Markets ETF over the one, three, and five-year periods.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/152
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
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No doubt you’ve seen the headlines surrounding cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and most recently, Dogecoin. And now, NFTs are all the rage. But do you really understand how any of it works? My guest this week is here to lay it all out for us.
Courtney Stephen is a pro athlete with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League, but after listening to my interview with him, you will find out that he is much more than an athlete. Though he has played over 100 games as a pro in the CFL, Courtney is best known for his work in the community & his passion for teaching all things related to financial education.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/151
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The problem with only listening to one perspective on a topic is that there may not be a one-size-fits-all solution. That’s certainly the case when it comes to your personal finances, which are indeed personal.
On the show this week, I chat with Mark Seed, founder of the Canadian personal finance blog, My Own Advisor. Mark is saving and investing his way to a million dollar portfolio using low-cost ETFs and dividend-paying stocks. Mark joins me to talk about financial independence and early retirement, and how to tailor your FIRE plans to fit your lifestyle.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/150
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you have a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Most Canadians have been grounded from travel during COVID-19, but behind the scenes, credit card companies have been making plenty of changes to their travel rewards programs.
Barry Choi is a personal finance and travel expert based in Toronto, who makes frequent media appearances in Canada and the U.S. He joins me this week to explain what’s going on in the world of travel credit cards, and share some tips on how to maximize your rewards.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/149
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Are you one of the thousands of Canadians who has made money investing in real estate? If so, chances are you’ve owned a rental property or flipped houses. But how about investing in mobile homes? That’s our topic this week, here on the MapleMoney Show.
Rachel Hernandez is an author and real estate investor. As a former business-to-business sales executive for Fortune 500 corporations, Rachel has extensive training in the area of sales and marketing. With over a decade of experience, she spent several years as a landlord before taking the leap to specializing in mobile home investing. Rachel joins us this week to discuss the benefits of mobile home investing, and how you can get started.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/148
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
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Travelling with small children can be exhausting, especially as a single parent. With your kids requiring so much of your attention, a fun trip doesn’t always feel like a vacation for the parent. However, with the proper preparation, and a little travel hacking, your next trip can be both affordable and relaxing.
Ben is a money and travel writer who lives in Salt Lake City, Utah. He also runs a travel blog The Thrifty Wanderer, co-hosts the Just One More Trip podcast, and helps run the Freelance Writer Academy. Ben happens to be a single parent who loves to travel. He joins the MapleMoney Show to discuss everything from maximizing credit card travel rewards to tips on travelling as a solo parent with kids.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/147
Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, believes that financial independence should be available to anyone. That’s why they have no account minimums, meaning that you can get started investing for as little as one dollar. Don’t delay any longer; invest online by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today.
How are you and your partner doing when it comes to money issues? Are you on the same page, or do you have different views on how you spend your money? If you fall into the latter category, my guest this week is here to help.
Dan Hinz is the financial coach behind Adulting With Money. For eight years, Dan has taught couples how to unite–not fight–over money whether they want to crush debt faster, buy a house sooner, or just want to get on the same page. He joined me this week to talk about his four rules to adult with money.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/146
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you have a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Is it better to buy a home or rent? The topic is debated often in the personal finance community. While I tend to lean towards the buying side of the equation, my guest this week makes a strong argument for the flexibility of renting.
Gwen Merz is a 30-year old Millennial and founder of the blog, Fiery Millennials. A few years ago, Gwen tried her hand as an entrepreneur, buying a multi-unit rental property, which she also lived in. Eventually, she sold the property and decided that renting was a better option. She joins me on the show to discuss her experiences with both renting and owning a home, and she explains why buying is not always the best choice.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/145
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How would you rate your decision-making ability when it comes to your investments? Do you count score by keeping track of the number of times you’ve been right or wrong about a particular investment?
My guest this week says that most investors struggle because they fail to understand how their own behaviour is impacting their decision-making. Chris Belchamber has been an investment professional since 1984. His latest book, Invest Like the Best, is available on Amazon. He sat down with me to discuss some of the concepts he explores in the book.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/144
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency.
Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
How do you react when you hear the word frugality? Does it have a negative connotation? Do you equate it with being cheap, or having a scarcity mindset? My guest this week explains what frugality is all about, and shows us how we can develop an abundance mindset.
Aaron Nannini founded the website, Cash Uncomplicated, and is the author of a book by the same name. Through his blog and his book, he helps people achieve financial harmony while maintaining their lifestyle and happiness.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/143
Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, believes that financial independence should be available to anyone. That’s why they have no account minimums, meaning that you can get started investing for as little as one dollar. Don’t delay any longer; invest online by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today.
What does retirement look like to you? Whether it’s five years away or fifteen, at some point most of us will stop working our regular jobs and find ourselves with a lot more time on our hands. But retirement in 2021 looks different than it did when our parents stopped working. And a different retirement requires a different approach.
My guest this week is Eric Brotman, CEO of BFG Financial Advisors with over 25 years of experience as a trusted advisor. He is also the author of multiple books on personal finance, including his latest book, Don’t Retire…Graduate! Eric joins me to talk about a new way to look at retirement, and why it might look a lot different than you think.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/142
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you have a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
How many hours are you working every week? Do you sometimes feel as though your career is getting in the way of your ideal lifestyle? What if there was a way to balance the two?
This week’s guest is making her 3rd appearance here on the MapleMoney Show. Miranda Marquit is a successful freelance writer. But success for Miranda doesn’t equate to making more money or landing the most prestigious jobs. Instead, she leverages the flexibility that freelancing offers to design her ideal lifestyle.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/141
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According to a study by Prudential Financial, 50% of LGBTQ+ people only have one banking product, while 66% of non-LGBTQ+ folks have at least 2 banking products. This statistic indicates a disparity with how the queer community engages with financial products, and it forms the topic of this week’s episode.
With their writing and speaking for DebtFreeGuys.com, their microblog, DebtLasso.com, and The Queer Money® podcast, David Auten and John Schneider help queer people live fabulously, and not fabulously broke. David and John’s work has appeared in Forbes, Yahoo Finance, CNBC, ABC News and Good Morning America to name a few. Their goal is to connect LGBTQ+ people with the information and services they need so they and the queer community can do more and be more. They join me this week to discuss the various challenges LGBTQ+ people face in the workplace, and in their personal finances.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/140
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency.
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Over the past two years, I’ve lost over 40 lbs using a technique called intermittent fasting. My guest this week is the one who got me hooked on the idea in the first place. He joins me to discuss what makes intermittent fasting so effective, and the parallels between physical and financial fitness.
Martin Dasko has been obsessed with personal finance and physical fitness since he was a teenager. These days he runs two websites dedicated to each subject, owns several businesses, and travels whenever he can.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/139
Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, believes that financial independence should be available to anyone. That’s why they have no account minimums, meaning that you can get started investing for as little as one dollar. Don’t delay any longer; invest online by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today.
One of the biggest mistakes we make with money is not paying more attention to our finances at a young age. After all, who wants to worry about saving for retirement when you’re in high school or college. At that age, money is meant for fun, right?
My guest this week is a Chartered Professional Accountant who has a passion for financial literacy. He believes that the education system has done a disservice to our youth by omitting important financial concepts from school curriculums. Doug Allan has just released the book, A Fighting Chance: The high school finance education everyone deserves, and he sat down with me to talk about this important topic.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/138
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you have a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Today on the MapleMoney Show, we’re stepping into the wild world of bitcoin. If the whole subject of cryptocurrency seems confusing or downright scary, you’re not alone. Thankfully, my guest this week is here to dispel some bitcoin myths and help you feel more comfortable about buying and selling digital currencies.
Mitchell Demeter Is the President of Netcoins, a cryptocurrency trading platform. His vision is to make it easy and accessible for anyone to buy, sell, and understand cryptocurrency. Mitchell's core belief is that sound money is ultimately more beneficial for society; he is deeply passionate about the crypto industry and what he considers its limitless possibilities.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/137
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
In the past, I’ve been pretty tough on blogging as a side hustle, because I know how long it can take to make money. Every once in a while, however, a guest joins the show and reminds me that with some hard work, and perhaps a little luck, just about anyone can turn a website into a real business.
Spencer Haws can be found blogging and podcasting at NichePursuits.com where he shares what he learns about building niche sites, SEO, and much more. Spencer quit his corporate job in 2011 because his niche sites were making more money than his day job. He joins me this week to explain what exactly a niche site is, and how they make money.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/136
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Are you getting close to retirement age? If not, perhaps you have a parent who has recently retired or is planning to. If either of these situations apply, this week’s episode is for you.
My guest this week is Vivien Sharon, a Toronto-based realtor who specializes in working with Boomers, helping them downsize from home to condo living. Having downsized her own home, Vivien has the experience needed to guide clients through the entire process. She’s even written a book on the subject.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/135
Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, believes that financial independence should be available to anyone. That’s why they have no account minimums, meaning that you can get started investing for as little as one dollar. Don’t delay any longer; invest online by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today.
Do you find yourself in a constant struggle in an area of your life? It could be your job, your financial situation, or a difficulty in a personal relationship. If so, keep listening, because my guest this week is here to help.
Karl Staib is the founder of the Dig to Fly Method and author of Bring Gratitude. He trains people to turn their struggles into stepping stones. He has been featured by Forbes, NPR and Zen Habits and has worked with great companies such as Philips Global, Southwest Research Institute and Pioneer Nation.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/134
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you have a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Every parent wants the best for their children, which is why we teach them how to manage money properly. And while we sometimes get mixed results, the truth is that it’s a lot cheaper to make mistakes with money when you’re 12-years old.
My guest this week had an excellent example to follow as she was growing up. That’s because Carol Pittner’s parents became financially independent before she turned 10. And when her dad retired early at age 41, Carol witnessed firsthand the benefits of saving money early and often, and she’s followed in his footsteps ever since.
Carol and her father Doug Nordman join me on the show this week to discuss what it’s like to grow up financially independent.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/133
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For many, 2020 has been a year to forget, either from a health standpoint, a financial one, or both. But while most of us are ready to put the year behind us, it’s always a good idea to take time to reflect on the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Joining me this week for a 2020 Year-In-Review is Rob Carrick, of the Globe and Mail. If you ask me, few Canadians have a better pulse on what’s happening with the finances of average Canadians, and the Canadian economy as a whole, which made Rob the perfect guest for this conversation.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/132
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency.
Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Whether it’s paying down a mortgage, credit card debt, or saving for retirement, the financial decisions you need to make day in day out can be challenging. No wonder it can sometimes feel as though you’re losing the game when it comes to managing your money?
Rob Townsend is the CEO and Portfolio Manager at Camber Co., an independent wealth management firm serving high net worth Canadians. Camber creates financial dashboards so people can visualize complex finances all in one place and be empowered to make smarter financial decisions.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/131
Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, believes that financial independence should be available to anyone. That’s why they have no account minimums, meaning that you can get started investing for as little as one dollar. Don’t delay any longer; invest online by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today.
COVID-19 has shaken up millions of Canadians daily routines, many of whom find themselves working from home and having to adjust to weeks and months of self-isolation.
Gloria is my guest this week. She’s a CPA from Toronto with a passion for financial literacy, pastries, and the outdoors. Gloria also recently started a podcast, called Miss FINDEPENDENT, to spread the word about financial independence to other young Canadians. She joins me to discuss what’s it’s like working from home during the pandemic and how she’s found affordable things to do.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/130
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal Will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you have a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
There is no shortage of online entrepreneurs who will tell you that if you buy their course, or listen to their webinar, you’ll be on your way to instant riches, quitting your job, and following your dreams. Sound too good to be true?
My guest this week did quit his job for the laptop lifestyle, but it didn’t happen overnight. Robb Engen is the personal finance blogger behind Boomer & Echo. He left his corporate career last year to focus on his blog, freelance writing, and his fee-only financial planning service. He joins the show to let us know how he made it happen.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/129
Do you prefer to invest in socially responsible companies? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. To get started with Socially Responsible Investing, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today!
The pursuit of financial independence requires discipline to save aggressively, but if you’re not careful, a frugal lifestyle can lead to self-deprivation. This is why the phrase, "enjoy the journey", should always extend to your finances.
Diania Merriam is the founder of The EconoMe Conference, an event centered around financial independence, also known as the "Ted Talks" of the FIRE movement. Diania joins me on the show to talk about the importance of building flexibility into your finances
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/128
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home. In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets, and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
I ran across an interesting stat from Zolo recently. It said that while 79% of Canadians are confident in their ability to make ends meet, 79% would run out of money within 3 months if they lost their job. There seems to be a contradiction there, so I asked my guest this week for her perspective.
Romana King is an award-winning personal finance writer, a real estate expert, and the Director of Content for Zolo, the largest independent real estate marketplace in Canada. I sat down with Romana recently to talk about financial literacy, and how confident Canadians really are in their money management skills.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/127
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If you’re anything like me, you’ve already begun to plan your first post-pandemic vacation. And if there’s one thing that COVID won’t change, it’s that travel will still be expensive, especially if you have a large family.
Kevin Payne is a freelance personal finance writer and the budget and family travel expert behind Family Money Adventure. He lives in Cleveland, Ohio, with his wife and four kids. He joins me this week to share tips on travelling with a large family and explain how he uses travel rewards to save money.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/126
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Have you ever wondered how some people can walk away from their careers years, even decades, before the traditional retirement age?
My guest this week did just that, almost twenty years ago. Today, he and his wife remain financially independent, having survived three separate recessions. Doug Nordman is the author of the book, “The Military Guide to Financial Independence and Retirement” and founder of TheMilitaryGuide.com. He joins me on the show to share his financial independence story
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My guest this week is Sa El, the co-founder of Simply Insurance and a licensed Insurance Agent with over 11 years of experience in the industry. Sa joins me to discuss the differences between term and whole life insurance, and why insurance is so important for your family.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/124
This episode of The MapleMoney Show is brought to you by Willful. Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home. In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Buying your first home can be a daunting experience. There’s so much to think about, from finding a realtor to getting approved for a mortgage. And it’s never been harder to save for a down payment. This week’s guest knows all about the home buying process, and she’s here to help make things a little easier.
Lauren Haw is the CEO and Broker of Record of Zoocasa. This award-winning brokerage uses technology and a team of top real estate professionals to deliver full-service real estate to Canadians.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/123
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Most investors see bonds as a safe place to put their money, but according to my guest this week, conventional wisdom may be deceiving.
Ed Rempel is a popular blogger, fee-only full-service financial planner, and tax accountant, who wants to help you achieve financial freedom. Ed has spent the past 27 years helping thousands of Canadians become financially secure, and he joins us this week to explain why investing in bonds can actually put your portfolio at risk.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/122
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Have you avoided investing in real estate because it seems too costly and complicated? My guest this week explains how you can own real estate in Canada’s biggest cities for as little as $2500.
Khushboo Jha is the CEO of BuyProperly, a platform for fractional investing in real estate that makes it possible for regular folks to be real estate owners through fractional ownership of properties. In this episode, Khushboo explains exactly how fractional real estate investing works, and who should consider adding it to their portfolio.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/121
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How much debt do you think you could rack up this weekend? It took my guest this week, 72 hours to spend $26,000. He’s here to tell us how it happened, but more importantly, how he got out of debt, using a simple, 4-step plan.
Marcus Garrett is an entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and author of the book, Debt Free or Die Trying. Marcus draws on both his professional and personal experience to help others build a plan to get out of debt.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/120
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home. In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
The Canadian Financial Summit starts October 15th. This is a virtual summit, and features many of Canada’s top experts in the personal finance and investment communities, including yours truly. If you’d like free tickets to the entire summit, head over to https://maplemoney.com/summit and sign up today.
If you’re like me, you’ve spent plenty of money shopping online over the years, on sites like eBay and Amazon. But have you ever considered making money by reselling products online? That’s what this week’s guest does, and he’s here to tell us more about a very unique side hustle.
Jason Butler is the owner of My Money Chronicles, a website where he discusses personal finance, side hustles, travel, and more. Jason graduated with a BA in Marketing, and has been featured in Forbes, Discover, and Investopedia. On the show, Jason explains how he got his start reselling items on eBay, and why he prefers it over other side hustles he’s tried in the past.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/119
Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, believes that financial independence should be available to anyone. That’s why they have no account minimums, meaning that you can get started investing for as little as one dollar. Don’t delay any longer, invest online by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
The Canadian Financial Summit starts October 15th. This is a virtual summit, and features many of Canada’s top experts in the personal finance and investment communities. If you’d like free tickets to the entire summit, head over to https://maplemoney.com/summit and sign up today.
In recent years, the FIRE movement, which stands for Financial Independence, Retire Early, has found popularity with millennials across Canada and the US. But this extreme version of early retirement requires a very high savings rate for an extended period of time, which begs the question: Has the COVID-19 pandemic derailed the retirement dreams of FIRE enthusiasts?
To find out, I reached out to Bob Lai, a popular FIRE blogger based in Vancouver. Bob and his wife are planning to retire early within the next 10 years, so I was interested to get his perspective and find out how COVID-19 has affected their FIRE plans.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/118
Did you know that 57% of Canadian adults don’t have a will? Willful has made it more affordable, convenient, and easy for Canadians to create a legal will and Power of Attorney documents online from the comfort of home.
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%
Having the right insurance coverage is one of the most important aspects of financial planning, but most Canadians are underinsured. This is partly due to the fact that insurance can be complicated, so it can be difficult just knowing where to start.
This week, I invited Lorne Marr of Hub Financial onto the show, to give us a better understanding of how life insurance works, and share some of the many factors that can affect insurance rates. With over 25 years of experience in the life insurance industry, Lorne knows a thing or two about the subject.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/117
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Did you receive an income tax refund this year? If so, it means that you gave the government extra money during the year, only to see them pay it back to you without interest. Surely there must be a better way.
My guest this week is a tax accountant who says he feels a moral obligation to speak out against the inherent flaws and needless complexities that define taxation in Canada. Neal Winokur is a CPA, blogger, and author of the book, The Grumpy Accountant. Neal dreams of a day when the Canadian tax system is simplified to the point where people no longer need his services. Neal explains some of the ways in which the tax system is broken, who’s at fault, and shows us a few ways we can make the income tax system work to our advantage.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/116
In less than 20 minutes and for a fraction of the price of visiting a lawyer, you can gain peace of mind knowing you’ve put a plan in place to protect your children, pets and loved ones in the event of an emergency. Get started for free at https://maplemoney.com/willful and use promo code MAPLEMONEY to save 15%.
Is life more expensive when you’re single? To help answer this question, I invited Jackie Porter onto the show this week. Jackie is an award-winning financial planner, best-selling author, and speaker who has helped thousands of clients grow their net worth, build a fortress around their finances and keep more of their cash in their pocket!
She is also co-author of the book, Single by Choice & Chance, so she understands very well the challenges single people face when managing their money.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/115
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Are you familiar with the concept of “making money while you sleep?” If not, chances are you’d like to be. Many would argue that there’s no such thing as true, passive income, but my guest this week would beg to differ.
Rachel Richards knows a thing or two about generating passive income. She’s the bestselling author of “Money Honey” and “Passive Income, Aggressive Retirement”. Rachel quit her job as a financial advisor at age 27, and today lives off of $15,000 per month in passive income. This includes close to 40 rental properties.
According to Rachel, just about anyone can build a passive income stream, and she’s here to show us how to get started.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/114
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Are you feeling stuck in a rut when it comes to your career or your finances? It happens to a lot of us. The good news is that you have options, you can regain traction, begin moving forward, and build a life you love.
My guest this week knows all about feeling stuck. Grant Sabatier is the founder of Millennial Money and author of the Financial Freedom Book. This is Grant’s second appearance here on the show, and he’s come prepared, with ways to help you get unstuck with your money and your career.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/113
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How did you handle money in your college years? The label, starving student, has become cliche, but it’s a title that many of us know all too well. No matter what stage of life you’re in, if you’re struggling to manage your spending, my guest this week has some timely advice.
Zina Kumok is a freelance writer specializing in personal finance. She's also a money coach who helps people pay off debt, build budgets and spend mindfully. In this week’s episode Zina and I talk about the money lessons she learned during college, and how she made the switch from carefree spender to balanced saver.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/112
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I talk a lot about ETF investing here at MapleMoney, but did you know that there’s more than one way to invest in an ETF?
Kornel Szrejber is the host of the Build Wealth Canada Show, and has been featured for paying off his mortgage in only 6 years while still in his 20s, and becoming one of Canada's youngest retirees at the age of 32. He joins us this week to explain the three types of ETF investing, and how to know which one is right for you.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/111
Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, believes that financial independence should be available to anyone. That’s why they have no account minimums, meaning that you can get started investing for as little as one dollar. Don’t delay any longer, invest online by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Did you know that if your neighbour wins the lottery, the chances of you going bankrupt increases by 2.4% for every $1000 they win? It’s an interesting statistic, and one that I get into with this week’s guest here on the MapleMoney Show.
Kelley Keehn is a financial educator, and author of several books, including her most recent book, Talk Money To Me. Kelly and I sat down to discuss the very real struggle of keeping up with the Joneses, and why it’s so tempting to want the things our friends and neighbours have.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/110
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This week on The MapleMoney Show, the kids are taking over. Not quite, but they are the focus of this week’s episode.
Anisa Kurji is the host of Kids Money and More, a finance podcast with a twist, because the target audience is young kids. In today’s episode, she explains how she got the idea for the podcast, and she shares some tips to help parents teach their kids about life and money at any age.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/109
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If you’ve ever considered starting a side hustle as a way to make some extra money, you’re not alone. Thousands of people in Canada are finding ways to increase their income outside of their regular job.
My guest this week is Jeff Proctor. He’s a co-founder at DollarSprout.com, a website dedicated to helping readers reach their maximum earning potential. DollarSprout covers side hustles, entrepreneurship, freelancing, and many money-making topics.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/108
This week’s episode was brought to you by EQ Bank. Did you know? You can now transfer money overseas with TransferWise directly from your EQ Bank Savings Plus account. Not only will you benefit from earning 2.00% interest on your savings, but you’ll pay far less for international money transfers. While other banks have a habit of sneaking in markups and extra charges, that’s not something you’ll have to worry about with EQ Bank. To start saving money today, visit https://maplemoney.com/eqbank
Does the thought of making money in real estate seem out of reach? That’s what many people think whenever the topic comes up. But there’s an easier way to build wealth through the housing market using a trick known as house hacking. As my guest this week explains, with a little bit of money and lots of creativity, just about anyone can do it.
Andrew Kerr bought his first home at 20 years old. Now in his thirties, he is a seasoned real estate investor and serial house hacker. He uses house hacking and real estate investing to build stealth wealth and financial security. Andrew’s blog, FI by REI, focuses on educating people on travel rewards, real estate investing, house hacking, and personal finance tools. His podcast, The House Hacking Podcast is dedicated exclusively to helping individuals learn to house hack!
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/107
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If you asked a thousand online entrepreneurs how they make money, you’re bound to get a thousand different answers. That’s the premise behind this week’s episode of The MapleMoney Show.
My guest this week is Michelle Jackson, a serial entrepreneur from Colorado who jumped headfirst into online business when she started her first blog in 2012. Since then, she’s made money as a coach, freelancer, and author, launched a number of digital products, as well as a successful podcast. According to Michelle, almost anyone can make money online by applying the skills they already have.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/106
This week’s episode was brought to you by EQ Bank. Did you know? You can now transfer money overseas with TransferWise directly from your EQ Bank Savings Plus account. Not only will you benefit from earning 2.00% interest on your savings, but you’ll pay far less for international money transfers. While other banks have a habit of sneaking in markups and extra charges, that’s not something you’ll have to worry about with EQ Bank. To start saving money today, visit https://maplemoney.com/eqbank
Imagine landing a lucrative corporate job at the ripe old age of 24, only to quit seven months later to pursue a life of freedom. That’s exactly what Cody Berman did, and he joins the show this week to explain how he was able to walk away at such a young age.
Cody is a serial entrepreneur who is always looking for the next exciting business opportunity. He is a co-founder of Gold City Ventures, a co-founder of The Financial Freedom Summit, owner of Fly to FI, and co-host of The FI Show.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/105
Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, believes that financial independence should be available to anyone. That’s why they have no account minimums, meaning that you can get started investing for as little as one dollar. Don’t delay any longer, invest online by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
If you’ve ever left a job on bad terms, you may have experienced the fallout that can come with burning bridges during a career change. If you’re careful, however, the relationship doesn’t always have to end on a sour note.
Joel Parker is a blogger, and founder of the Financial Freedom Community, where he guides people on their financial freedom journey. Joel started his own business after being laid off from his 9-5 job, and he says that much of the credit was due to his willingness to maintain a strong relationship with his former employer.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/104
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Have your finances been negatively impacted by the current COVID-19 crisis? Perhaps you’re still working, but wondering what you should be doing to solidify your financial situation.
My guest this week is here to help. Tracy Bissett is a former banker turned entrepreneur. She educates young adults and small business owners through her weekly podcast, Young Money, as well as the teaching and delivery of financial courses, coaching and consulting.
Tracy sits down with me to discuss some ways that Canadians can cope through the current financial crisis, as well as some steps they can take to get themselves on more solid financial ground in the future.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/103
Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, believes that financial independence should be available to anyone. That’s why they have no account minimums, meaning that you can get started investing for as little as one dollar. Don’t delay any longer, invest online by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
If you’ve ever wondered whether there are limits to how much happiness money can buy, what better way to find out than to talk with someone who knows. That’s exactly what I did in this week’s episode of The MapleMoney Show.
Doc G is a former high earning physician who gave up his practice to become a content creator. He now writes about personal finance and hosts his own podcast, called Earn and Invest. Doc G and I talk about financial independence, income identity, and we tackle the question of how much is enough?
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/102
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It’s never been easier for Canadians to invest online. But does automated investing spell the end of the human investment advisor? My guest week doesn’t think so.
Michael Allen is a Portfolio Manager at Wealthsimple. Michael has worked in the investment industry for more than 13 years, including the past 5 with Wealthsimple. Michael joins me to dispel some myths surrounding robo-investing and explain the recent surge of new investors in the current down market.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/101
Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, believes that financial independence should be available to anyone. That’s why they have no account minimums, meaning that you can get started investing for as little as one dollar. Don’t delay any longer, invest online by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Welcome to episode number 100 of The MapleMoney Show! To celebrate this milestone, I decided to invite back one of my very first guests on the show,
the one and only J.D. Roth.
J.D. is an accomplished personal finance writer, and founder of the popular blog,Get Rich Slowly. Last time he visited the show, J.D. shared with us some of his biggest money mistakes. This time around, I wanted to get his advice on the most important things we should do with our money.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/100
This week’s episode was brought to you by EQ Bank. Did you know? You can now transfer money overseas with TransferWise directly from your EQ Bank Savings Plus account. Not only will you benefit from earning 2.00% interest on your savings, but you’ll pay far less for international money transfers. While other banks have a habit of sneaking in markups and extra charges, that’s not something you’ll have to worry about with EQ Bank. To start saving money today, visit https://maplemoney.com/eqbank
North Americans read thousands of articles from various online sources every single day, which means that someone has to keep that content flowing. Much of the work falls to freelance writers, many of whom earn a good living keeping the rest of us entertained and informed.
Miranda Marquit is a six-figure freelance writer whose work has appeared in Forbes, the Huffington Post, and the U.S. News & World Report, and she’s no stranger to The MapleMoney Show. Miranda joins me this week to talk about her career, and she has plenty of advice for anyone wanting to make money as a freelance writer.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/099
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Recent events have placed a spotlight on people working online from home, but it’s a trend that’s been building for years. In fact, just about anyone can make money online if they can learn a few key skills.
This week, I’m joined by Ashley Barnett, a long time freelance editor and creator of the brand new HitPublish course for bloggers. Ashley and I sat down to discuss why blogging is the perfect way to build the skills necessary to make money online, even if the blog itself doesn’t make money.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/ashleybarnett
If you’re interested in starting a blog and building your own online business, I highly recommend that you check out Ashley’s new course at http://maplemoney.com/hitpublish
Can you imagine a no-fee savings account that pays you 2.00%, along with free transactions, no minimum balance requirement, and fast, cheap, and fully transparent international money transfers? Well, the dream is real, through our sponsor, EQ Bank. Their EQ Bank Savings Plus Account will give you all of that and more. For more information, visit https://maplemoney.com/eqbank
Canadians want to know that the money they have on deposit with their bank is safe, especially during difficult economic times. Thankfully, the money in your chequing or savings account is protected with something called CDIC insurance, providing that you bank with a CDIC member institution.
Given the economic uncertainty we’re facing right now, I thought it would the perfect time to have this week’s guest join the show. Peter Routledge is the CEO of Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation, or CDIC. Peter joins me to explain exactly how his organization protects Canadians, and reassures us that CDIC will be there when we need them.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/peterroutledge
Do you bank with a member of CDIC? If so, your eligible deposits with that institution will be protected up to $100,000 in each of their coverage categories, in the event of a bank failure. Didn’t know that banks could fail? CDIC has handled the failure of 43 of its member institutions since it was established in 1967. Guess how many people lost their protected deposits during those failures? Zero. Not a single dollar under CDIC protection was lost. Find out more about CDIC coverage and check to see if you bank with one of its member institutions by visiting https://www.cdic.ca/
Are you struggling to make sense of the current state of the economy, not to mention the stock market? If so, you’re not alone. These are uncertain times, and no one seems to have any real answers.
My guest this week is Dan Kent, investor and co-founder of stock research and news site, StockTrades.ca. Dan joins me to discuss the recent market volatility related to the COVID-19 crisis, and shares his thoughts on where he thinks we may be headed.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/dankent
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Many Canadians don’t realize that the government has an investment plan designed specifically for Canadians with disabilities. The Registered Disability Savings Plan exists to help disabled Canadians with their long term savings, but it can be difficult to understand.
Alan Whitton is the founder of Canajun Finances, where he writes extensively about the Registered Disability Savings Plan, and RESPs as well. He joins me this week to explain the ins and outs of the RDSP, as well as the Disability Tax Credit.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/alanwhitton
Do you bank with a member of CDIC? If so, your eligible deposits with that institution will be protected up to $100,000 in each of their coverage categories, in the event of a bank failure. Didn’t know that banks could fail? CDIC has handled the failure of 43 of its member institutions since it was established in 1967. Guess how many people lost their protected deposits during those failures? Zero. Not a single dollar under CDIC protection was lost. Find out more about CDIC coverage and check to see if you bank with one of its member institutions by visiting https://www.cdic.ca
Could you and your family live on $25,000 per year? Before I met with this week’s guest, the idea seemed fairly unrealistic to me, but the number may in fact be more achievable than I realized. Whether your goal is retiring early, like my guest, or something entirely different, there are huge advantages to living on less.
This week, I’m joined by Court, who blogs over at Modern FImily. In 2018, Court and her partner Nik, achieved financial independence, meaning that they had saved enough money to live off of the income generated by their investments.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/courtmodernfimily
This week’s episode was brought to you by EQ Bank. Did you know? You can now transfer money overseas with TransferWise directly from your EQ Bank Savings Plus account. Not only will you benefit from earning 2.00% interest on your savings, but you’ll pay far less for international money transfers. While other banks have a habit of sneaking in markups and extra charges, that’s not something you’ll have to worry about with EQ Bank. To start saving money today, visit https://maplemoney.com/eqbank
Have you ever avoided dealing with important money issues? If so, you’re not alone. Many Canadians put off saving for retirement, or other financial goals, because the strategies seem too complicated, and they feel like they lack the knowledge.
My guest this week is Steven Arnott, author of The Snowman’s Guide to Personal Finance. Steven drops by to show us that just about anyone can embark on a journey towards financial independence by following a few simple steps.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/stevenarnott
This week’s show is brought to you by our sponsor, Wealthsimple. With a current interest rate of 0.9%, the Wealthsimple Cash account offers higher interest rates than the big banks, and there are no fees on deposits and withdrawals. Find out more about Wealthsimple Cash today at https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Imagine a side hustle that lets you do something you love, and that actually makes money. Does it sound too good to be true? Well, as it turns out, there is such a thing.
This week, I welcome back my first ever repeat guest on The MapleMoney Show. Last time he was here, Martin Dasko and I discussed ways to plan your next travel adventure. This time around, Martin is here to tell us about a new adventure, as a host with Airbnb Experiences.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/martindaskoreturns
Do you bank with a member of CDIC? If so, your eligible deposits with that institution will be protected up to $100,000 in each of their coverage categories, in the event of a bank failure. Didn’t know that banks could fail? CDIC has handled the failure of 43 of its member institutions since it was established in 1967. Guess how many people lost their protected deposits during those failures? Zero. Not a single dollar under CDIC protection was lost. Find out more about CDIC coverage and check to see if you bank with one of its member institutions by visiting https://www.cdic.ca
If you’ve ever been impacted by a flight cancellation, chances are you’ve experienced the frustration that comes with trying to get a full refund from the airline.
My guest this week has been fighting for the rights of Canadian airline passengers for years, winning countless challenges in court. This week, Gabor Lukacs joins me on The MapleMoney Show to remind us of our rights as passengers, and how to go about handling a dispute the next time an airline tells you that you have none.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/gaborlukacs
Do you bank with a member of CDIC? If so, your eligible deposits with that institution will be protected up to $100,000 in each of their coverage categories, in the event of a bank failure. Didn’t know that banks could fail? CDIC has handled the failure of 43 of its member institutions since it was established in 1967. Guess how many people lost their protected deposits during those failures? Zero. Not a single dollar under CDIC protection was lost. Find out more about CDIC coverage and check to see if you bank with one of its member institutions by visiting https://www.cdic.ca
In recent weeks, the arrival of Coronavirus in North America has wreaked havoc on the stock market, bringing with it fears of a sustained economic downturn, including talk of a possible recession. And while no one really knows how it will all play out, there are steps investors can take when faced with a volatile stock market.
With everything that’s going on, it felt like the perfect time to have this week’s guest join us. A dividend value investor for more than 20 years, Kanwal Sarai is the founder and editor of the Simply Investing Report. At the end of the episode, stay tuned for a special offer Kanwal has extended to MapleMoney Show listeners.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/kanwalsarai
Our sponsor, EQ Bank, has partnered with TransferWise, to give Canadians a better way to send money overseas. The result is fully transparent and remarkably quick international money transfers that are up to 8X cheaper for EQ Bank customers. To find out more, visit https://maplemoney.com/eqbank
Here on The MapleMoney Show, we’ve talked a lot about side hustles, and ways to make more money. But one idea we haven’t covered is how to start your own public speaking business. If getting paid to speak sounds intriguing, then this week’s episode is for you.
Grant Baldwin is the founder of The Speaker Lab, and author of the new book, The Successful Speaker. In his book, Grant takes readers through what he says are the 5 key steps to becoming a successful speaker. He breaks it all down in our discussion while sharing some valuable insights from his own career as a public speaker.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/grantbaldwin
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What’s standing between you and your goals? Is there something big you want to accomplish, but you’re not sure how to make it happen? Perhaps you’re like me, and get yourself into trouble by committing to one too many projects?
My guest this week is Michelle Black, a freelance writer and founder of the Credit Writer blog. Recently, Michelle accomplished a big goal, when she made the switch from part-time to full-time freelance writing. In this episode, we chat about the role that goal setting has played in helping Michelle accomplish both personal and professional goals.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/michelleblack
Our sponsor, EQ Bank, has partnered with TransferWise, to give Canadians a better way to send money abroad. The result is fully transparent and remarkably quick international money transfers that are up to 8X cheaper for EQ Bank customers. To find out more, visit https://maplemoney.com/eqbank
Are you looking for a way to make more money? It seems as though everybody’s got a side hustle these days. Perhaps you’ve thought about starting a side hustle of your own, if only you had a few good ideas.
Joining me on the show this week is Nick Loper, founder of Side Hustle Nation, and host of the popular Side Hustle Show podcast. Nick knows a thing or two about using side hustles to pay the bills, both large and small. So whether you’re looking to make an extra $50 per month, or wish to build a ‘rent erasing’ side hustle, this episode is for you.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/nickloper
There are only a few days left to make your RRSP contribution for the 2019 tax year. Opening an RRSP through our sponsor, Wealthsimple, can get you a bigger refund while helping you save on investment fees. MapleMoney readers get $10,000 managed for free by opening a new account, or by transferring their RRSP to Wealthsimple. To open your RRSP, head to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
If you contribute to a pension, do you know what type of plan you have? Do you even have a pension plan? Fewer and fewer private sector companies are providing pensions for their employees, making it harder than ever to plan for retirement.
My guest this week is Jason Heath, a fee-only financial planner and columnist for The Financial Post, MoneySenseand Retire Happy. Jason joins me to discuss the current state of pension plans in Canada, and how the deterioration of employer pensions is impacting the retirement plans of Canadian workers.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/jasonheath
This week’s episode was brought to you by EQ Bank. Did you know? You can now transfer money abroad with TransferWise using your EQ Bank Savings Plus account. Not only will you benefit from earning 2.45%* interest on your savings, but you’ll pay up to 8x less for international money transfers. While other banks have a habit of sneaking in markups and extra charges, that’s not something you’ll have to worry about with EQ Bank. Visit https://maplemoney.com/eqbank to start saving money today.
Have you ever thought about altering the entire course of your life? Of packing up, and leaving behind everything you know? How about filming a documentary about the entire experience? That’s exactly what Scott Rieckens did.
Scott, along with his wife Taylor, are the subjects of a recently released documentary, titled Playing with FIRE. The film takes viewers along the journey that led Scott and his wife to give up their comfortable San Diego lifestyle in pursuit of financial independence. Scott joins me this week to share some of his story, and discuss what it was like to shoot a documentary.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/scottrieckens
It’s February, which means that time is running out to make your RRSP contribution for the 2019 tax year. Opening an RRSP through our sponsor, Wealthsimple, can get you a bigger refund while helping you save on investment fees. MapleMoney readers get $10,000 managed for free by opening a new account, or by transferring their RRSP to Wealthsimple. To open your RRSP, head to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple today.
Do you ever feel as though there are roadblocks standing between you and financial success? Perhaps you’re struggling to see past your previous money mistakes.
If that’s you, my guest this week is here to help. Sandy Yong is a financial speaker and author of a newly published book, The Money Master. Sandy joins me to discuss how our myths about money can derail us on our journey to financial freedom, and what we can do about it.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/sandyyong
Can you imagine no everyday banking fees within a savings account that pays you 2.30%, along with unlimited transactions, no minimum balance requirement, and fast, cheap, and fully transparent international money transfers? Well, the dream is real, through our sponsor, EQ Bank’s Savings Plus Account that gives you all of that and more. For more information, visit https://maplemoney.com/eqbank
Is the burden of debt so great that it’s causing you to feel anxious and depressed? Do you feel like life would be better if you could only catch up on your bills? My guest this week understands the connection between debt and depression, because she’s lived it.
Melanie Lockert is founder of the blog and author of the book, Dear Debt. She is passionate about helping others get out of debt, and focuses on the intersection of debt and mental health which is why she has recently launched a new blog and podcast called Mental Health and Wealth.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/melanielockert
RRSP season is here, which makes it a great time to open an RRSP if you haven’t already done so. Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, can help you get a bigger refund AND save on investment fees. Not only that, but MapleMoney readers get $10,000 managed for free by opening a new account, or by transferring their RRSP to Wealthsimple. To open your Wealthsimple RRSP today, head to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Do you feel like your debt is getting the better of you? Are you struggling to manage your payments, and wondering where to find relief?
My guest this week is Doug Hoyes, host of the Debt Free in 30 Podcast, and a licensed insolvency trustee. For over 20 years, Doug has been helping Canadians eliminate their debt. Today, Doug joins us to discuss a variety of debt relief options, and how they can help you regain control of your finances.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/doughoyes
Our sponsor, EQ Bank, has partnered with TransferWise, to give Canadians a better way to send money abroad. The result is fully transparent and remarkably quick international money transfers that are up to 8X cheaper for EQ Bank customers. To find out more, visit https://maplemoney.com/eqbank
Do you often compare yourself to other people? Have previous life experiences shaped your money mindset, and not in a good way? You may not realize it, but how you think about money could be a major factor in the financial decisions that you make.
My guest this week knows a thing or two about maintaining a positive money mindset. Lacey Langford is an Accredited Financial Counsellor and financial coach who has helped many people overcome their fear of money. She joins us to discuss how having a negative mindset can hurt us financially, and what we can do about it.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/laceylangford
It’s January, which means it’s time to review your RRSP contributions for the 2019 tax year. Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, can help you get a bigger refund while helping you save on investment fees. MapleMoney readers get $10,000 managed for free by opening a new account, or by transferring their RRSP to Wealthsimple. To open your Wealthsimple RRSP today, head to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
How were your finances in 2019? Did you find yourself moving forward, or did you feel a bit stuck? There’s a lot that goes into managing money, and making the right decisions is not always easy. Thankfully, my guest this week is here to help.
Rob Carrick is a long-time personal finance columnist with The Globe and Mail. He came prepared with a number of great tips that will help you get out of debt and increase your savings in 2020.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/robcarrick
This week’s episode was brought to you by EQ Bank. Did you know? You can now transfer money overseas with TransferWise directly from your EQ Bank Savings Plus account. Not only will you benefit from earning 2.3% interest on your savings, but you’ll pay far less for international money transfers. While other banks have a habit of sneaking in markups and extra charges, that’s not something you’ll have to worry about with EQ Bank. Save money today, visit https://maplemoney.com/eqbank
It’s January, which means that people everywhere are striving to stay on top of their New Year’s resolutions. I hate to spoil the fun, but did you know that most people will give up on their New Year’s goals by February?
My guest this week knows a thing or two about how to become more productive, and according to him, there are better ways to achieve your goals than trying to stick to your New Year’s resolutions. Mike Vardy is a productivity expert, founder of the Productivityist website and podcast, and a sought after speaker and coach.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/mikevardy
RRSP season is here so it's a great time to open an RRSP through our sponsor, Wealthsimple, so you can get a bigger refund AND help you save on investment fees. MapleMoney readers get $10,000 managed for free by opening a new account, or by transferring their RRSP to Wealthsimple. To open your Wealthsimple RRSP today, head to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Did you know that the average grocery bill for a Canadian family is roughly $1000 a month? Not only are groceries expensive, but planning and preparing meals takes time. Thankfully, a little meal planning goes a long way.
My guest this week is Erin Chase, founder of $5 Dollar Dinners, and meal planning expert. Erin joins me to discuss how meal planning can transform your lifestyle, as well as your budget.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/erinchase
It’s December, and RRSP season is right around the corner. With an RRSP from our sponsor, Wealthsimple, you’ll pay less tax AND save on investment fees. MapleMoney readers get $10,000 managed for free when they open a new account, or transfer their RRSP to Wealthsimple. To open your RRSP, head to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Did you know that your financial situation can be affected by the city or province you live in? Or by your parental status, your gender, or the colour of your skin?
My guest this week is Brynne Conroy, author of The Feminist Financial Handbook, and founding member of the website, Personal Finance by Women. Brynne sheds light on the numerous financial challenges faced by working moms, visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ community.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/brynneconroy
Do you prefer to invest in companies that are socially responsible? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, clean tech, human rights, and the environment. Get started with Socially Responsible Investing by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Are you managing your own investments through an online broker? If so, how’s it going? While I am a believer in do it yourself investing, it is certainly not for everyone. If you’re second-guessing your abilities to manage your own portfolio, this episode is for you.
My guest this week is Salman Ahmed, a portfolio manager with the Canadian investment firm, Steadyhand. Salman joins me to discuss why professional investment advice remains so important in today’s world of low fee, do-it-yourself investing.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/salmanahmed
It is December, and RRSP season is right around the corner. With an RRSP from our sponsor, Wealthsimple, you can get a bigger refund AND save on investment fees. MapleMoney readers get $10,000 managed for free when they open a new account or transfer their RRSP to Wealthsimple. To open your RRSP today, head to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Have you ever felt the pressure to constantly be moving up at your job, just to get ahead? Perhaps there is a better way to gain financial independence and build your ideal lifestyle.
My guests this week are a married couple who have built a life together as partners, parents and entrepreneurs. Tom and Ariana Sylvester are authors of the book, Lifestyle Builders, which details how they built their dream life by becoming entrepreneurs.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/tomarianasylvester
More and more investors are seeking out companies with a social conscience. Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, can help, with low-cost investment portfolios that focus on low carbon, cleantech, human rights, and the environment. Get started with Socially Responsible Investing by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Have you ever wondered if a side hustle could become your full-time job? Or whether or not you see yourself doing what you’re doing now, for the rest of your career. If so, you’re not alone.
My guest this week asked himself the same questions, and he joins us this week to share his story. Clint Proctor is a full-time personal finance writer from Daytona Beach, Florida, but one year ago, he was a full-time pastor. Find out how he made the leap, and why.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/clintproctor
The biggest myth about robo advisors is that they are all tech, and lack the personal touch. If you’re curious about moving over and have questions, our sponsor, Wealthsimple, now lets you book a 15 minute call with an experienced portfolio manager. To book your chat, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimplechat
Did you know that closing a credit card can actually hurt your credit score? Or that your bank may not be reporting your credit information to both of Canada’s credit bureaus?
In this episode, I’m joined by Richard Moxley, credit expert and author of the book, The Credit Game. Richard explains why it is so important to monitor your credit on a regular basis, and he also busts a few credit score myths along the way.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/richardmoxley
Our sponsor, Borrowell, is on a mission is to help Canadians feel great about their credit. To do it, they’ve taken a product that was once $23/month, and made it completely free. To get a copy of your free credit score, credit report, as well as ongoing monitoring every month, head to https://maplemoney.com/borrowell
Do you know what industries you’re supporting through your investment portfolio? These days, more and more people are choosing to move away from the so called “sin stocks”, like alcohol, tobacco, and gambling, opting instead to invest in companies with a track record of sustainability.
My guest this week is Tim Nash, a fee based advisor at Good Investing and founder of The Sustainable Economist. Tim explains why, these days, socially responsible investors should be thrilled by the many sustainable investment options they have at their disposal.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/timnash
Do you prefer to invest in companies that are socially responsible? If so, our sponsor Wealthsimple will help you build a portfolio that focuses on low carbon, clean tech, human rights, and the environment. Get started with Socially Responsible Investing by visiting https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Have you avoided talking with your elderly parents about their finances? Do you know if they’ve created a will, or a power of attorney? If not, there is no better time than now to start a conversation.
My guest this week knows a thing or two about having money conversations with parents, after all, she wrote a book on the topic. Cameron Huddleston is an award winning journalist, and author of the book, Mom and Dad, We Need to Talk: How To Have Essential Conversations With Your Parents About Their Finances.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/cameronhuddleston
Did you know that having a good credit score can help you get better rates on your mortgage, insurance, and loans, saving you a lot of money in the long run. Our sponsor, Borrowell, will provide you with a free credit report, along with monthly updates and recommendations. To get started today, visit maplemoney.com/borrowell
It might be hard to believe, but many Canadian investors lose more than 50% of their return to fees. Are you one of them?
My guest this week is Larry Bates, a former bank executive and author of the book, Beat the Bank: The Canadian Guide To Simply Successful Investing. Larry joins us to discuss why Canadians are losing so much money to investment fees, and what we can do about it.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/larrybates
The biggest myth about robo advisors is that they are completely tech-driven, and lack the personal touch. If youíre curious about signing up and have questions, our sponsor, Wealthsimple, now lets you book a 15 minute call with an experienced portfolio manager. To book your appointment, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimplechat
Have you made your will? If not, what’s holding you back? For a lot of Canadians, just the idea of having to deal with the subject of death makes them uncomfortable. Thankfully, creating a will doesn’t have to be a daunting task.
My guest this week is Erin Bury, CEO of Willful, a Canadian online will and estate planning company. Erin joins us to discuss why it’s so important for Canadians to not only create a will, and make sure it stays updated.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/erinbury
There was a time when getting a copy of your credit report was a major hassle, and would cost money as well. That’s no longer the case, thanks to our sponsor, Borrowell. They’ll send you an updated credit report each month, and share tips on how you can improve your credit. To get your free credit report, head to https://maplemoney.com/borrowell
It has been said that the best way to build wealth is to invest early and often, then let time, and compound interest take over. It’s a solid plan, but it takes years, decades even. But what if there was a way to accelerate your path to wealth, by investing in yourself.
My guest this week is Jeff Rose, a long time financial planner, and founder of Wealth Hacker, and The Good Financial Cents blog. For years, Jeff followed the traditional path to wealth, until he realized that his biggest returns came when he invested in himself
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/jeffrose
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Did you know that conflict over finances is one of the leading causes of divorce today? Surprisingly though, the problem isn’t the lack of finances, it is that couples aren’t on the same page when it comes to their money. My guest this week knows a thing or two about overcoming financial stress in a relationship, because he’s been there.
Talaat Mcneely is the co-founder of His & Her Money. Together with his wife, they help couples build stronger marriages by teaching them how to play on the same money team.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/talaatmcneely
Our sponsor, Borrowell, wants all Canadians to feel great about their credit. To help, they’ve taken a product that was once over $20/month, and made it completely free. For a copy of your free credit score, credit report, and monthly updates, visit https://maplemoney.com/borrowell
What do the terms financial Independence and early retirement mean to you? Did you know that the concept has an acronym, and itís fueling a movement thatís growing in popularity across North America? FIRE, or Financial Independence, Retire Early, promotes the idea of making compromises today, to gain financial freedom in the future.
My distinguished guests were none other than Doug Nordman, of the Military Guide, Mark Seed, from My Own Advisor, and J.D. Roth, from Get Rich Slowly. In this episode we chat about the whole idea of financial independence, and retiring early.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/fincon19
The biggest myth about robo advisors is that they are all tech, and lack the personal touch. If you're curious about moving over and have questions, our sponsor, Wealthsimple, now lets you book a 15 minute call with an experienced portfolio manager. To book your appointment today, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimplechat
Listening to podcasts can be entertaining, and educational. But did you know that they can also be good for your health? Your financial health, that is. Recently, I had the opportunity to attend a podcasting conference, and ran into a few friends from the personal finance community while I was there; Bethany Bayless, Chris Browning, and Philip Taylor.
In this special episode, recorded live at Podcast Movement, I chatted with two fellow podcasters, and a former podcaster, about why listening to personal finance podcasts can be a great way to improve your finances.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/podcastmovement
Did you know that your credit score tends to improve when you check it more often? Our sponsor this week, Borrowell, makes it easy, by providing a free credit report, along with regular updates every month. To get your free credit score and report, head to https://maplemoney.com/borrowell
Has anyone ever told you that they don’t invest because it’s no different than gambling? It’s a line I hear from time to time, so I invited this week’s guest on to the show, to answer the question once and for all.
David Stein is the author of the new book, Money For The Rest Of Us, and hosts a podcast by the same name. Previously, for many years, he managed billions of dollars for institutional investors, so he knows a thing or two about the subject of investing.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/davidstein
Have you heard the buzz about robo-advisors, and would love to know how it all works? Thanks to our sponsor, Wealthsimple, you can now book a 15 minute, no obligation call, with an experienced portfolio manager. Head get started, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimplechat
Are you looking for ways to make extra money alongside your 9-5? Or maybe start a business that could someday replace your full-time gig. There are plenty of people who have done just that, including my guest this week.
Deacon Hayes is the founder of the personal finance blog, Well Kept Wallet. For Deacon, success didn’t come overnight. Listen in as we discuss how he got started in blogging, and why he thinks there are better ways to make money.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/deaconhayes
Did you know that having a good credit score will help you get better rates on your mortgage, insurance, and loans, saving you a lot of money in the long run? Our sponsor, Borrowell, will provide you with a free credit report, along with monthly updates and recommendations. To get started, visit https://maplemoney.com/borrowell
Do you have travel plans in the near future? To take the sting out of hotel costs, many people are turning to things like credit card rewards, hotel loyalty programs, even third party websites such as Expedia, or Booking.com. But with so many options available, which loyalty program should you choose?
Lee Huffman is a travel and finance blogger, and founder of the website, Bald Thoughts. Lee knows a thing or two about getting a great deal on a hotel, and he joins us this week to share some of his best tips.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/leehuffman
The biggest myth about robo advisors is that they are all tech, and lack the personal touch. If youíre curious about moving over and have questions, our sponsor, Wealthsimple, now lets you book a 15-minute call with an experienced portfolio manager. Book your appointment today by heading over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimplechat
How do you feel when you look at your investment statements? Will you ever experience financial freedom? How about retirement? Does it seem like nothing more than a pipedream?
My guest this week is Rob Berger, a personal finance editor for Forbes, and author of the book, Retire Before Mom and Dad. According to Rob, financial freedom is a journey, not a destination, and he shows us ways that we can get started right away.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/robberger
Our sponsor, Borrowell, is on a mission is to help Canadians feel great about their credit. To do it, theyíve taken a product that was once $23/month and made it completely free. To get a copy of your free credit score, credit report, as well as ongoing monitoring every month, head to maplemoney.com/borrowell
Have you ever thought about buying a rental property, but worried that it might be too much work? According to my guest this week, real estate investing can be a great source of passive income, but only if you manage it the right way.
Dustin Heiner is a real estate investor, and founder of the blog, Master Passive Income. Dustin joins us to discuss how he generates passive income from a large real estate portfolio spread across three different states.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/dustinheiner
Have you thought about investing with a robo-advisor, but are unsure how it all works? Our sponsor, Wealthsimple, lets you book a free, no obligation call with an experienced portfolio manager. To book your call, head over to maplemoney.com/wealthsimplechat
Have you ever wondered what your life would look like on a physician’s salary? After all, what kind of money trouble could a doctor run into? According to this week’s guest, the answer might surprise you.
Ryan Inman is the host of the popular Financial Residency Podcast, a show dedicated to helping high-income earners stay on top of their finances. He joins us to discuss why it’s always important to have a budget, regardless of your income.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/ryaninman
Did you know that one of the best ways to improve your credit score is by checking it on a regular basis? Our sponsor, Borrowell, makes it easy by providing a free credit report, along with regular updates every month. To get your free credit score and report, head to maplemoney.com/borrowell
It’s no secret that it’s more expensive than ever to own a home in Canada. In fact, the average price of a home today is over $450,000, and in cities like Toronto and Vancouver, it’s well over a million dollars.
With prices like that, how can a young person ever afford to own a home?
My guest this week is Alyssa Davies, content specialist at Zolo.ca, Canada’s largest digital real estate brokerage, and founder of Mixed Up Money. She joins us to discuss the challenges faced by people entering the housing market and shares some ideas to help make the homeownership dream a reality.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/alyssadavies
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Have you ever dreamed of checking off items from your bucket list, but felt like you just didn't have the time or the money to make the dream a reality?
My guest this week spent years struggling to find free time and extra money for herself. That is, until she figured out how to reclaim her schedule and infuse more affordable bucket list experiences into everyday life.
Karen Cordaway is the author of The Everyday Bucket List Book, and she joins me right here on The MapleMoney Show, to help me and you with our own lists.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/karencordaway
There was a time when getting a copy of your credit report was a major hassle, and would cost money as well. That ís no longer the case, thanks to our sponsor, Borrowell. They will send you an updated credit report each month, and share tips on how you can improve your credit. To get your free credit report, head to https://maplemoney.com/borrowell
Your mortgage is likely the biggest debt you'll take on in your life, and it can delay your retirement savings. But what if you could convert your mortgage into a tax-deductible loan and start saving for retirement a couple decades earlier? That's exactly where the Smith Manoeuvre comes in.
Robinson Smith is president of Smith Consulting Group Ltd and the son of Smith Manoeuvre creator, Fraser Smith. Robinson is the expert in the Smith Manoeuvre so it was a no brainer to bring him on the show for this topic.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/robinsonsmith
The biggest myth about robo-advisors is that it's all tech and you're on your own. Are you curious about moving over but have some questions? Thanks to our sponsor Wealthsimple, you can book a 15-minute call with an experienced Portfolio Manager. To book your call, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimplechat
As Canadians, do we need to buy a house, stick to the same career, and only travel during our few weeks of vacation? Or could we shun homeownership while investing the majority of our income, to retire early and travel the world?
Kristy Shen and Bryce Leung from Millenial Revolution were able to quit their jobs and now live in countries where the cost of living is less than the dividends they earn from their portfolio. They join the show to help dispel the myths around this type of lifestyle.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/kristybryce
Have you checked out our sponsor Borrowell's mobile app? It makes checking your financial health even easier. The app includes Molly, Canadaís first AI-powered Credit Coach, who will make it easy to understand your credit score and give you great tips and product recommendations. To sign up, go to https://maplemoney.com/borrowell
Ah, the internet, where everyone has an opinion and people get advice from anonymous strangers. But it doesn't have to be all bad if you know the right questions to ask and have the right level of skepticism to not blindly accept the replies when it involves your personal finances.
Joe Saul-Sehy, the founder of Stacking Benjamins and Money With Friends, gets out of the basement to join the show to discuss how we can use the internet and make the most of forums, social media, and Facebook groups.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/joesaulsehy
I've talked about robo-advisors often on the show and over at the blog as well. Especially our sponsor Wealthsimple. But I get it's a new option and you might have some questions. Wealthsimple now lets you book a 15-minute call with an experienced Portfolio Manager, with no obligation to set up an account. To see if robo-advisors make sense for you, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimplechat
How much are your investments costing you? Investors and a lot of the investment offers out there like to talk about past returns, but that's not a great indicator of future returns and on average, by definition, you're just as likely to underperform the market as you are to beat it. But it gets worse, because of fees, which take that hopefully at least average return and start dragging it down and potentially costing you hundreds of thousands by the time you retire.
Dean Kendall joins us today to discuss all the fees you might be getting nailed with and how to deal with them. Dean is a Financial Organizer and author of the aptly titled book, Stop Paying Hidden Investment Fees!
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/deankendall
Our sponsor Borrowell recently launched their mobile app, which makes checking your financial health even easier. The app includes Molly, Canada’s first AI-powered credit coach, who will make it easy to understand your credit score and give you great tips and product recommendations. To sign up, go to https://maplemoney.com/borrowell today.
There are lots of ways to make a little money on the side, especially in this digital age. We've covered a few in more generalized episodes, but I want to dive into one of the opportunities this week.
Bobby Hoyt started Millennial Money Man after paying off $40,000 in student loans, but what I found interesting is that he grew his site with Facebook ads and also ran a digital marketing agency to help other businesses get customers through Facebook. Today, Bobby is joining us to go through how you can start your own Facebook side hustle and make decent money once you land that first client.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/bobbyhoyt
To check out Bobby's course, head over to https://maplemoney.com/facebooksidehustle
Robo-advisors have really revolutionized the investing market over the last few years, but it's a new concept and you might have some questions. Thanks to our sponsor, Wealthsimple, you can book a 15 minute, no obligation call with an experienced Portfolio Manager. To book your call, simply head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimplechat
Have you recently caught financial independence fever? Or maybe like I did, you hit a point where you've realized you need to change your spending and increase your income. That's great, but that doesn't mean everyone in your household will have that same epiphany at the same time.
Andy Hill is the host of the Marriage, Kids and Money Podcast, and he joins us to share how he got his wife interested in working towards financial independence and how he got his children learning some great money habits too.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/andyhill
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One of our favourite things to talk about in Canada is the extraordinary cost of real estate, especially in Toronto and Vancouver. But who says you need to be locked into a mortgage, or even a location?
Nick True from Mapped Out Money lives full time in an RV. And it's not just him, his wife and four pets are also packed into their Airstream! Keep listening for the pros and cons and how he makes it all work.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/nicktrue
Are you curious about robo-advisors but have some questions? Thanks to our sponsor, Wealthsimple, you can book a 15 minute, no obligation call with an experienced Portfolio Manager. To book your call, simply head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimplechat
If you've been listening to the podcast for a while, and certainly if you've been reading the blog, you'll know I'm a big fan of using credit cards responsibly as a tool to earn rewards, build credit, and protect your purchases and travel. However, some people in our personal finance circles believe the best way to become debt free and stay that way is to not allow yourself to have such easy access to spending and debt.
Steve Stewart is the editor behind the MapleMoney Show and we're in great company as he also edits podcasts like Stacking Benjamins, Choose FI, and Afford Anything. Steve became debt free and a big part of that was avoiding credit cards. Steve shares his story today and gives some great rebuttals to my examples of times we might need a credit card.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/stevestewart
In this episode, Steve mentions the importance of checking our credit reports for signs of fraud and other errors. Our sponsor Borrowell provides free credit reports so you can ensure it's correct and take steps to fix it if needed. To get your free credit report, head over to https://maplemoney.com/borrowell
More and more, it's becoming a dream of people to escape the cubicle and live the life they want. Now, there's nothing wrong with the traditional career path to retirement, but I want to show there are other options that are possible.
Paula Pant from Afford Anything did just this, so today we'll walk through how she was able to quit her job and travel the world. Then when she came back, she decided that the regular 9-5 wasn't going to work for her and created the lifestyle she wanted.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/paulapant
You've heard me talk a lot about Wealthsimple, but the biggest myth about robo-advisors is that it's all tech and you're on your own. Are you curious about moving over but have some questions? You can now book a 15-minute call with an experienced Wealthsimple Portfolio Manager. To book your call, simply head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimplechat
Have you heard of the Couch Potato Portfolio? It's a simple investing model that I've really liked over the years, but there's one thing that bothered me, that the Canadian market was given the same weighting in the allocation as the US and international markets.
Noah Solomon from Outcome Wealth Management joins us on the show to discuss how Canadians are overinvested in Canada, whether they're following the Couch Potato Portfolio or simply choosing stocks and mutual funds. Plus, we discuss how to become more diversified, leading to stabilized returns and less risk.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/noahsolomon
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Have you heard of the Latte Factor? It's a term coined by David Bach, author of The Automatic Millionaire, a book you should definitely read.
Our guest today is Bethany Bayless, the co-host of The Money Millhouse podcast, and she joins us to discuss what the Latte Factor is and how cutting small expenses can add up to some real gains over time.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/bethanybayless
Once you've overcome your latte factor, put your money to work in a low maintenance, low fee portfolio, and watch it grow with our sponsor Wealthsimple. MapleMoney listeners get their first $10,000 managed free of charge for one year. For more on Wealthsimple, head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Thinking of starting a business with your spouse? Or maybe you already have a business and are considering bringing your significant other on so they can leave their job and enjoy the entrepreneurial lifestyle with you?
Mike Monfredi from MikedUp Blog is here today to walk us through what it's been like to work with his wife at their dental practice. We cover the pros and cons and how you can find opportunities to work together with your spouse that actually creates a stronger relationship from it.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/mikemonfredi
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Are you planning a family vacation for this summer? Sometimes these vacations can really wear down the parents, especially if your children are young or you're paying for the trip with credit. You'll come back feeling much more relaxed and refreshed if you can enjoy the experience and are not racking up debt from the trip.
Holly Johnson from Club Thrifty joins us to discuss how she makes the most of family travel, starting before the trip by reducing expenses and budgeting in advance. Then, we get into how to save the most money and get the most value for your vacation dollar.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/hollyjohnson
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We've talked about FIRE, or Financial Independence Retire Early, on this show before, but how do you line up your finances to be able to make that major change to your lifestyle?
Jonathan Mendonsa from Choose FI stopped by the show to explain how we can create space to execute a fully funded lifestyle change. We cover a lot today, like eliminating debt, increasing your savings, and creating additional income so you're not dependant on your job. Plus, just how much are your years of education and career loyalty really worth?
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/jonathanmendonsa
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Health and wealth. Those two things seem to go hand in hand, whether it's new year's resolutions or just those of us that want to stop bad habits and get on the right track. While we obviously talk a lot about money here, what if you wanted to be healthier without it knocking you off your road to financial freedom?
Brad Barrett from Choose FI joins us this week to discuss how he was able to adopt a healthy lifestyle while still staying frugal. You can cut out the junk, eat better, exercise, and simply get fit without it hitting your wallet.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/bradbarrett
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You're listening to the MapleMoney Show, and I hope you also love the MapleMoney blog, but the beauty of personal finance blogs is that there's something out there for everyone. While MapleMoney's mission is to help all Canadians with various money issues, there are many great sites dedicated only to investing or women's finances, or maybe even write with humour that attracts someone that might not have been interested otherwise.
Harlan Landes is possibly the first personal finance blogger and a money community supporter through The Plutus Awards and Plutus Foundation. He joins us to inspire you to find blogs and bloggers that resonate with where you're at in your personal finance journey. We also discuss how to read online content with a critical eye, including if they know what they're talking about and what bias or profit motivation does the writer have.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/harlanlandes
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Winter is coming to an end, so I apologize now for bringing up snowballs and avalanches, but there's also no better time than now to get out of debt.
Jackie Beck is the creator of the app store hit, Pay Off Debt by Jackie Beck, which has helped over 53,000 people break free from debt. Today on the show, Jackie shares her debt story and explains the difference between and the debt snowball and the debt avalanche, and which one might be best for you to finally conquer your debt.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/jackiebeck
Today's sponsor is Wealthsimple. With no-fees on deposits and withdrawals and higher interest rates than the big banks, Smart Savings is a better way to save. You can find out more about Wealthsimple at https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Are you looking to pay down debt, increase your income, or save for retirement? Or maybe even simply save for a nice warm vacation next winter? Then breaking things down to small, specific goals is the way to achieve that.
Eric Rosenberg from Personal Profitability is on the show today to discuss how he sets goals and makes sure to follow through on them. I'm a big fan of goals, in fact, I can easily get distracted with my time, so I find it hard to get anything accomplished without goals and deadlines.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/ericrosenberg
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Living frugally is a great way to get your spending under control and set a base to improve your personal finances. However, what's the point of cutting every expense and possibly retiring early if you aren't able to put your money to good use on the things you enjoy in life?
Tanja Hester is the writer behind the blog Our Next Life and the new book Work Optional, and she's joining us to share her views on how we can be selectively hardcore in our money saving ways but be able to spend on quality items or experiences that align with our priorities.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/tanjahester
You may soon find yourself with a big tax refund burning a hole in your pocket. How should you spend it? The smartest thing you can do is invest it. In fact, put it right into your RRSP and get a jump start on your contributions. As a MapleMoney reader, get $10,000 managed for free when you open a new account or transfer your existing RRSP to our sponsor, Wealthsimple. Go to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Are you still paying regular price when you shop? With the right strategies, you don't need to step up to a till or hit that cart button without getting some kind of discount, rewards, or cash back. Or even better yet, get all of that on the same purchase!
Stephen Weyman from creditcardGenius and HowToSaveMoney.ca stopped by the show to explain how we can stack multiple types of savings before, during, and after a purchase, so you'll never need to pay 100% of the listed price again.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/stephenweyman
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Do you avoid investing in stocks because you don't want to follow all these companies and know when to get in and out of an investment?
Mark Seed from My Own Advisor is on the show this week to tell us about how to get started on a buy and hold investment strategy that will give you dividend income without constantly watching the stock market.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/markseed
Make your money work harder with our sponsor, Wealthsimple. Get a bigger refund and pay lower fees with a Wealthsimple RRSP. Contributing to your RRSP is a great way to prepare for your future and get immediate savings off your tax bill. As a MapleMoney reader, get $10,000 managed for free when you open a new account or transfer your existing RRSP to Wealthsimple. Head over to https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Does investing in stocks sound too difficult? Do you think you need to follow the investment shows on TV or the latest stock tip online? Do you need to eliminate all investment risk when heading into retirement?
Joseph Hogue joins us to dispel these investing myths and more, showing us that investing in stocks can be a lot simpler than we might think.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/josephhogue
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College can be an interesting time in someone's life, for many reasons, but even when it comes to your money.
Robert Brown is on the show today to discuss the unique challenges young people face. From debt, to savings, to keeping your spending under control, and how all this helps young adults get through school on the right track with their finances.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/robertbrown
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Just like you should consider the source when it comes to news and politics, the money advice you receive is no different. Do they have credentials or experience on the topic? Are they providing the right advice for your situation?
Eric Nisall joins us on the show to discuss how we can objectively consider the information we find online and how it applies to our situation. After all, personal finances are personal, and not everything we read will apply to us.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/ericnisall
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Investing can be intimidating to anyone who hasn't gone through the process before, but are there certain things that especially hold women back from investing?
From The Sassy Investor, Michelle Hung dives into the female mindset when it comes to investing, including how women perceive the stock market and if they're waiting too long to start investing.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/michellehung
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Kids love to play games, whether it's board games, video games, or just making up games as part of playing throughout the day.
Paul Vasey is the founder of Cash Crunch Games, so I asked him to join us to share what we learn when we play a game like Monopoly or Pay Day, or even how our children can learn money lessons by making a game out of going to the grocery store.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/paulvasey
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Want to make sure your children learn about money and personal finance? The best way to ensure this happens is to start at home and start early.
Matt Matheson, from Method To Your Money, is also an assistant principal and walks us through how we can find teachable moments for our children so they'll learn how to set goals, count their money and then save it, plus we cover the importance of giving and even letting them make their own mistakes early.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/mattmatheson
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You've heard the saying before, "money can't buy happiness." But is that true?
Melissa Leong, the author of the new book Happy Go Money, breaks down the relationship between money and happiness, including why we love buying things, can we flip that thrill towards debt repayment, plus we'll look at the balance between time and money.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/melissaleong
Did you know that having a good credit score will help you get better rates on your mortgage, insurance, or personal loan, saving you a lot of money in the long run. Our sponsor, Borrowell, will supply you with your free credit score, report and a whole lot more. Visit Borrowell today at https://maplemoney.com/borrowell
Have you come across stories of bloggers that are making 5 or 6 figures a month? If you're a regular listener, you've probably also heard me say how blogging isn't a great plan if you need to make some extra money in the next couple months.
Michael Dinich from Your Money Geek shares his perspective as a new blogger, coming into a business that sees bloggers in any niche willing to tell you how much they are making and then sell you a course on how to make money by blogging.
I've been a blogger for nearly a decade now, and while I tried to avoid too many "back in my day" references in this episode, it's hard not to contrast the difference to now where blogging looks like the fast track to internet riches.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/michaeldinich
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A lot of us have been in this same situation, getting raises under 2% each year. You're likely not even keeping up with inflation, which means you're falling further behind every year.
Robb Engen from Boomer and Echo shares with us how he creates his own raise through his side hustles, selling things he no longer needs, and spending wisely with credit cards to gain free travel.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/robbengen
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The end of the year is coming to a close, but it's not too late to optimize your taxes to keep more of your income.
Janine Rogan runs us through her checklist of year-end tax tips to make sure you know what you can do now to get a bigger tax refund in the spring.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/janinerogan
Smart Savings, by our sponsor Wealthsimple, is a better way to save. There are no-fees on deposits and withdrawals, and they offer higher interest rates than the big banks. You can find out more about Wealthsimple at https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
What's more important to you, time or money? It seems like we're constantly trying to find the balance when trading our time for money. What if we could create more of both?
Todd Tresidder from Financial Mentor, and the author of The Leverage Equation, shares the six types of leverage that can allow us to work less, make more, and cut years off our retirement plans.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/toddtresidder
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Christmas is right around the corner and there's a price tag to a lot of the festive season. So how can we enjoy the holidays without burning through your credit card?
Peter Anderson from Bible Money Matters takes us through how much people are spending on Christmas and how budgeting for the holidays can make sure you don't have debt in the new year. Pete also drops a lot of great ideas for DIY Christmas gifts and decorations and how you can save money on holiday activities and shopping for presents.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/peteranderson
You've heard me talk about today's sponsor Wealthsimple many times in the past, but they've been really busy in the past year, so I wanted to recap all the services they now offer to Canadians. First, there's Wealthsimple Invest, this is the robo-advisor they're known for, and my #1 overall pick for Canadian robo-advisor. Then there's Wealthsimple Save, a high-interest savings account. Next, they have Wealthsimple Trade coming out, which is stock trading with no commissions. Check out everything Wealthsimple offers at https://maplemoney.com/wealthsimple
Addictions of all kinds lead to problems with your relationships, career, and yes, also your money.
Beau Humphreys is a Canadian Personal Finance Coach and the host of The Personal Finance Show. Beau leads us through the story of his gambling addiction and how it affected his finances, plus how he was able to overcome his problems and how others can get help with addiction.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/beauhumphreys
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Have you heard of FIRE yet? It's a movement to achieve Financial Independence so you can Retire Early.
But does FIRE mean you need to make six figures or live in an RV? Bob Lai, from the site Tawcan, comes on the show to discuss what FIRE really means and how it applies to Canadians.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/boblai
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We've talked before about various ways to make money on the side, but how do you succeed at making a few extra dollars while not interfering with your day job?
Robert Farrington runs a site called The College Investor, and he grew his side hustle into an impressive business all while still holding down a day job in the retail sector. He shares how he was able to do this and gives tips to help others balance a job, a side gig, and family.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/robertfarrington
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Networking. It isn't about shoving your business card in everyone's face. Whether you're out for coffee with a coworker or neighbour, or at an industry conference, these tips will help you build meaningful, lasting connections that are worth much more than that stack of business cards from people you barely recall meeting.
Speaking of conferences, this episode is live from FinCon18, a conference for those of us in the money niche. Joining me on stage are Miranda Marquit and Kyle Prevost, both are past guests of the MapleMoney Show, but the reason I brought them on was to have a Money Mastermind Show reunion, a podcast we had a few years ago that I always explained as "The View, for personal finance." http://moneymastermindshow.com/
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/fincon18
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A lot of people aren't happy with their financial situation, but they're not sure what they can so about it. My guest this week knows how you can create your own luck with money.
Grant Sabatier went from completely broke to financially independent in 5 years. He'll share with us how he was able to get a raise, start a business, and achieve financial freedom.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/grantsabatier
Today's show is brought to you by our sponsors at Borrowell. I love their mission: to help Canadians make great decisions about credit! They've taken a product that used to be $23 a month and made it absolutely free. If you haven't already, head on over to https://maplemoney.com/borrowell
Would you like to work from home? Becoming a virtual assistant can be a great way to make money online. To find out more about this career choice, I brought on Kayla Sloan, who has been earning a great living as a virtual assistant and now she helps others start their own virtual assistant business. You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/kaylasloan I wanted to let you know about Wealthsimple Trade, a new offering from our sponsor Wealthsimple. Trade will let you buy and sell over 8,000 stocks and ETFs commission-free. You can find out more at https://wealthsimple.com/trade
We've had a lot of experts on to provide various money lessons, but what lessons can we gain from the most known book in the world? To help discuss what the bible teaches us about money, I brought on Bob Lotich from Seed Time.
Even if you're not christian, this episode provides a lot of solid advice about how to handle your money and use that money to help others.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/boblotich
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Steve Chou and his wife started an online business so that his wife could quit her job. But then Steve's own blog, appropriately named My Wife Quit Her Job, also became a success. In fact, both business did so well that they were making much more online than he did at his day job.
So today we dive in to why he stayed at the job as long as he did and what things are like now that he's quit and can focus on his family and multiple businesses.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/stevechou
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Looking for a mortgage? Sean Cooper takes us through a checklist of everything you need to know when shopping for a mortgage, whether it's your first or you're up for renewal and want to find the right mortgage for you.
Sean is my go-to mortgage expert. First he paid off his mortgage at 30 years old, now he's the Bestselling Author of Burn Your Mortgage and a Mortgage Broker.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/seancooper
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Did you buy something and had to return it because it doesn't fit? Or maybe you don't need that 5th crockpot you got for Christmas and want to take it back to the store?
What are your rights? what are the time limits? Ellen Roseman guides us through the sometimes frustrating, sometimes mysterious world of refunds.
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We talk a lot about how you should save your money, but there are times when it makes sense to spend money wisely. One of those ways is through outsourcing.
Miranda Marquit from Planting Money Seeds joins the show to share some of the options available to you to free up time, build your business, or just off-load some of tasks to improve your lifestyle.
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Are you a young adult that wants to be able to travel and have interesting adventures? But if you're in college or just starting a career, maybe it seems like you never have the money?
Martin Dasko from Studenomics shares tips on how he was able to do this and how you can too.
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Have you heard about robo-advisors? Or maybe you're just tired of Do It Yourself Investing? My guest this week, Kyle Prevost, hosts the Canadian Financial Summit and is an expert in robo-advisors.
Kyle breaks down what a robo-advisor is, whether there's a wizard behind the curtain, and how they can help you either get started investing or switch to an easier way to invest.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/kyleprevost
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This week, I discuss common money mistakes with J.D. Roth and how you can make sure you take the right steps to avoid them.
J.D. Roth was one of the very first personal finance bloggers when he started Get Rich Slowly.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/jdroth
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Ever thought out buying a second house or condo so you can rent it out? Meghan Chomut is a CFP that specializes in helping people that are buying an income property as part of their portfolio.
We compare them to REITs, discuss the tax advantages of having this type of business, and how you can get started if you think this is right for you.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/meghanchomut
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Want to travel for free? Or at least cut the cost of flights, hotels, and tropical vacations?
Barry Choi is a travel and personal finance blogger at Money We Have and I wanted to bring him on to help show us how to win at this travel game.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/barrychoi
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John Robertson, the author of The Value of Simple and blogger at Blessed by the Potato, simplifies investing for beginners.
John guides us through how to start investing, starting with a plan, then where to invest and how to get a simple, easy to manage portfolio.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/johnrobertson
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Philip Taylor, the man behind PT Money and FinCon, is full of ideas on how to make money, especially online and in the sharing economy.
PT will have you motivated to start your own side gig right after this episode!
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/philiptaylor
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Sarah Li Cain, from High Fiving Dollars and the Beyond the Dollar Podcast, dispels the myth of self-care being all expensive spa trips and manicures.
Sarah breaks down how self-care can simply mean using that special "you time" to take care of your health in a low-cost way, while removing many of the money stresses in your life.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/sarahlicain
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Kornel Szrejber, of the Build Wealth Canada Podcast, tells us why he's index investing with ETFs.
Kornel shares how to get started with ETF investing and what makes up his portfolio.
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/kornelszrejber
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Pat Flynn, from Smart Passive Income, shares his experience in being laid off from his job during the 2008 financial crisis, and how he managed to turn the experience into a positive.
Pat dishes on past side hustles, including one that may or may not have been legal! He also explains what inspired him to relaunch his book, Let Go. You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/patflynn Our sponsor for this episode is Borrowell. Borrowell will provide you with your free Equifax Credit report at https://maplemoney.com/borrowell
Jessica Moorhouse, millennial money expert, helps us understand the struggles millennials face when it comes to their finances, as the conversation ranges from robo-advisors to why she avoids most personal finance apps. Jessica also shares a recent habit she’s developed that’s driving her husband crazy!
You can find the show notes for this episode at https://maplemoney.com/jessicamoorhouse
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