The Financial Architect For Canadians: Recent Episodes
Alynn Godfroy and Glen Bacarro
Alynn Godfoy is a financial retirement specialist, and Glen Bacarro is a client. Together their candid conversations about all things financial will offer you a blueprint to build your financial future. This podcast is different because Glen will share his experiences and journey to financial freedom and retirement. He will be representing your voice, asking questions about finances to a financial expert. As a result, this podcast is sure to create a vibrant dynamic as they navigate the economic challenges through the lens of both a financial expert and someone looking to achieve a stress-free retirement. Join the fun and be a fly on the wall as Glen's journey and Alynn's experience meet at the crossroads and offer you the tools to build a solid foundation for your financial future.
In this week's episode, Alynn and Glen discuss the value of receiving the proper advice regarding financial planning. The critical ingredient in receiving sound financial advice is trusting the source, and there's no better way to earn trust than building a relationship. Unfortunately, banks have a high turnover rate for advisors, and many independent insurance firms do as well. So how can we come to trust the advice from the right financial advisor? Tune in and find out.
It's one of the most significant investments you're going to make. So be sure you make an informed choice when it comes to buying a car. In today's episode, you will gain insights and knowledge that many are just not aware of when purchasing a new vehicle. TUNE IN!
Credit Card Protection, the credit card companies offer to make the minimum payment on your credit card for you should something happen. But, of course, they will charge you a monthly fee for this service, which in the long run is going to cost you more money and is not worth it. Listen in as we offer you alternatives for the money you would have to pay for this service and how you can make sure you are protected if you cannot make the minimum payment. TUNE IN!
We know it's not a glamorous topic to discuss, and many of you would rather not pay for it. But having insurance is a good idea. So here are the questions you need to ask yourself, who's got your back when your car gets damaged in an accident or your house floods. Or what happens when you get sick or, god forbid, your children get sick. What happens when you're in an auto accident in another country and have $400,000 in medical expenses to pay off? (True Story) Let's look in this episode at the benefits of having all your bases covered with the proper insurance. TUNE IN!
If you want to be able to make significant purchases in life, you're going to need a good credit score. Unfortunately, many people take a blow torch to their credit rating and don't know how to recover. In today's episode, we will lay out a road map to improve your credit! TUNE IN!!!!!!
You probably want to know how long it will take for your money to double when it comes to investing. In this episode, Alynn will show you a formula that will help you figure that out. So how long will it take to double YOUR money? Let's find out, TUNE IN!!!!!!
What would happen if you lost your job tomorrow? What if your family was in a car accident? Maybe a tire blew on your car, or you had to rush your beloved pet into the vet? Are you ready financially to weather the unexpected storm of an emergency? Today's podcast will give you some tips and tricks to get started with an emergency fund if you don't already have one. As they say..."Life happens," but you can be ready! TUNE IN!!!
Whether you like it or don't like it, money impacts every aspect of our lives. Financial literacy plays a role in where you live, to healthcare, to the education you receive and beyond. The more you know, the better, and it's a good idea to start teaching your children about money as soon as possible. Sooner or later, your children will have to learn about money, so why not start them off on the right path. In this podcast, we will talk about the importance of financial literacy for kids and give you some helpful strategies to help get the conversation started.
Here are some things that will happen if you die and do not have a will: - You don't get to choose your beneficiaries, precisely who will inherit what from your estate. - If you have children, the government will choose who will take care of them and become their guardian - Depending on the size of your estate, your family will end up paying thousands of dollars in fees. On this podcast, we're going to look at how important it is to have a will.
We've all received some variation of this call...BrrrrRRRrrr "Hello this is CRA, you ow a lot of money and if you don't comply we will send the police after you." How can we protect ourselves from these type of frauds? Tune into today's podcast as we dive deep and arm you with the knowledge to tackle this issue head-on!
Many people believe that the RESP is the best way to go when saving for your children's education. But is it the best way to go? Let's talk about the pros and cons and what the alternatives may be in today's episode.
Is it a good decision to have your employer take extra money off your paycheck for income tax purposes? In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of doing this. But, of course, everyone's situation is different. So let's find out what The Financial Architect For Canadians has to say about it!
In today's podcast, we'll be talking about the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and why you, as a Canadian, should have one. If you live in Canada and do not have a TFSA, go out and get one as soon as you finish listening to this podcast. It's one of the best investments you can make.
In this episode, you'll be introduced to Alynn Godfroy, also known as The Financial Architect For Canadians. You will learn how she came to be in the financial industry and what she can offer clients. With nearly twenty years of experience in the financial sector, she's seen a lot and is prepared to tackle almost any financial situation. Retirement planning can be challenging, but it doesn't have to be because help is available. Learn how Alynn can help you. Welcome to the Financial Architect For Canadians, where we give you the tools to build a solid foundation for your finances.
Tune in as Alynn and Glen discuss ways to show your love for your family during the holiday season without going into debt. Can you show your love and affection without spending needlessly? Let's find out how!