We've all seen the ads: Hip investors in their 20s, happy homeowners in their 30s, and content retirees at 65. There's a lot of pressure to reach certain financial milestones by a certain age. But these deadlines aren’t working for everyone. It’s never been harder - or more unrealistic - to hit these milestones at the same age as previous generations. In thi ... Show More
Feb 2025
They ditched Canada's big cities for a cheaper lifestyle. How did it work out?
It’s been five years since the pandemic lockdowns began. As they dragged on, people working in cramped condos began craving more space – and began relocating to smaller cities, towns or rural areas, where housing was cheaper. So how did it work out for them? In this episode, we c ... Show More
23m 17s
Feb 2025
From tariffs to crypto: A survival guide to investing in the Trump era
The news cycle hasn’t stopped since U.S. President Donald Trump was reelected. The past month has seen big ups and downs in the stock market, crypto, and the dollar. Whether you’re a novice investor or have lots of money in the stock market, you’re probably wondering what the sec ... Show More
24m 31s
Feb 2025
You broke up, but can you afford to move out?
When relationships fall apart, the financial pressure of finding a new place to live can hit hard. All of a sudden, both partners need to adjust to covering the cost of rent or mortgage, utilities, and grocery bills - on one income. These financial strains are forcing some couple ... Show More
28m 4s
Oct 2024
Bringing Aging Parents Back Home
On today’s show we are talking about solving the needs of aging population.
As parents age, some families resort to independent living, maybe assisted living, professionally managed institutions. These are quite expensive and not everyone can afford this. In fact, there is a hug ... Show More
5 m
Jan 2024
879: How to Buy a House in 2024
You asked, and we answered. Here’s our step-by-step guide on how to buy a house in 2024. Whether you’re looking for a first primary residence, rental property, house hack, or short-term rental, these are the EXACT steps you’ll have to follow to buy a house. But before you can eve ... Show More
44m 12s
Feb 2025
How I Turned $9,000 into My Dream Home By "Level-Up" Investing
Can you afford your “dream house” right now? The one with the pool and the ocean views, space for the kids to run around, and a huge pantry. The secret nobody will tell you: you CAN afford your dream house right now—or at least you can afford the investment that will get you ther ... Show More
40m 12s
Dec 2024
How She Made $600K By House Hacking With Athena Brownson (Ep 499)
Athena's mentor shared a straightforward strategy for building wealth.
His advice was to buy a house and rent out rooms. After two years, buy a new property while keeping the old property, and do it again.
Athena wasn't earning much money when she bought her first property, but s ... Show More
20m 52s
Jan 2025
A Young Real Estate Agent
Bible Reading: Revelation 21:1-4, 18-27Just as Jaden was about to leave for school, he learned it had been canceled because of a furnace breakdown. "Why don't you come to work with me today," said Dad, who was a real estate agent. "I've got a couple house tours."That morning, the ... Show More
4m 29s