Welcome to the Unconventional Wisdom podcast. The show that helps you achieve financial security & freedom. Insights based on in-depth experience from Canada's #1 financial planner blogger. Find out what really works. Your host, fee-for-service financial planner & tax accountant, Ed Rempel.
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As one of Canada's youngest retirees at the age of 32, and after becoming mortgage-free at 29, Kornel interviews the top financial experts in Canada to help you optimize your investments, reduce your taxes, and help you accelerate your journey towards financial independence and early retirement. He also shares his own experiences and lessons learned in investing and as an early retiree and member of the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement to help you optimize your finances, ...
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Conversations with innovators of the American West. Guests include athletes, artists, adventurers, writers, ranchers, conservationists, entrepreneurs, thought leaders—anyone who’s doing inspired work that contributes to the region’s evolving and complex cultural fabric. Through informal yet substantive interviews, conservationist Ed Roberson introduces you to these fascinating characters, giving you a better understanding of their careers, influences, and outlooks, as well as a deeper apprec ...
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Covering the topics you need to become an expert in the Canadian Mortgage Industry.
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Most people struggle with money. It might feel like you’re the only one who doesn't have it all figured out, but trust me, you're not alone. Over the last two months, I've had countless conversations with individuals just like you who are grappling with various financial concerns. In my latest podcast episode, I share 25 common worries and question…
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Heidi Redd & Sue Bellagamba - Tales from the Dugout Ranch
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Heidi Redd is a renowned rancher, conservationist, author, and member of the National Cowgirl Museum’s Hall of Fame. Sue Bellagamba serves as Canyonlands Regional Director at the Nature Conservancy, and for more than thirty years, she has worked to protect the lands and waters of southeastern Utah. Heidi and TNC have been partners since 1997 when H…
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Curt Meine - Aldo Leopold's Life, Work, and Enduring Legacy
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Curt Meine is a Senior Fellow at the Aldo Leopold Foundation and one of the world’s foremost experts on the life, work, and legacy of conservation icon Aldo Leopold. Curt is the author of the biography “Aldo Leopold: His Life and Work,” and he also works as a conservation biologist, a professor, a senior fellow with the Center for Humans and Nature…
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Here are three key insights that I believe are essential for navigating the rest of the year and beyond. These insights are grounded in the principles that have guided our successful financial planning and investment strategies. The three key areas: Some timeless truths that guide our financial planning, a few observations on the markets so far thi…
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Financial Lessons Learned After 10 Years of Interviews on the Build Wealth Canada Podcast
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This interview will be a bit different as I was recently interviewed by Financial Journalist, Ellen Roseman from Canadian MoneySaver Magazine where she asked me some great questions, and so I thought it would be great to also publish that interview, here on the Build Wealth Canada Show. In the interview, we cover what lessons for Canadians I have l…
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Janie & Louise Roberson - Chatting It Up With Their Old Man
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This is a completely different kind of episode, featuring a fun and at times crazy conversation with my two daughters, Janie and Louise. - Back in June, we were eating dinner when, out of the blue, both girls expressed an enthusiastic interest in being guests on the podcast. So the next day, we set up the podcast gear at our dining room table, sat …
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Many people are saving for their kids’ future education costs in an RESP. For some parents, it is a higher priority and they want to be able to maximize the benefits of an RESP - not just contribute the standard $2,500/year for each child. In my latest podcast episode I talk about the five hacks to maximize your child’s RESP. You’ll learn: How much…
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What Happens if the Liberals Attack the Smith Manoeuvre?
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The Smith Manoeuvre has long been a popular strategy for Canadian homeowners seeking to convert their mortgage debt into tax-deductible investment debt. However, recent tax and regulatory changes have impacted the efficacy of the Smith Manoeuvre, and further changes from the Liberal government could pose additional challenges. In my latest video I …
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Nancy Smith & Austin Rempel - A Surprisingly Simple, Effective, and Scalable Approach to Riparian Restoration
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Nancy Smith is the Conservation Director for The Nature Conservancy’s Colorado River Program, and Austin Rempel is the Riparian Restoration Program Manager at The Nature Conservancy. Both Nancy and Austin are working on the front lines of some of the West’s most innovative water and habitat conservation projects– projects that benefit everything fr…
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The Top Money Blind Spots and Questions Canadians Have
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In this episode, I interview two professional financial planners to discover what are the most common questions that they receive when working with Canadians. Our two guests are also going to cover what the most important and frequently occurring blind spots are that we Canadians tend to make in our own finances. We also cover how to know if you ar…
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Have you ever wondered how long you might live? Understanding life expectancy is crucial for planning a secure and fulfilling future. In my latest podcast episode I explore the dramatic changes in life expectancy over the past century, why it's expected to continue increasing, and how this impacts your retirement planning. You'll learn: Has life ex…
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Dr. Alan Townsend - Generosity & Curiosity in the Face of Tragedy
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Dr. Alan Townsend is a scientist, author, and Dean of the Franke College of Forestry & Conservation at the University of Montana. His new book is titled “This Ordinary Stardust: A Scientist’s Path from Grief to Wonder,” and it’s an unbelievably powerful book. It’s the story of Alan’s family being rocked to the core by two unthinkable, back-to-back …
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TFSA or RRSP? – The Right Answer for You (2024)
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Deciding between a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) can be one of the most challenging financial decisions you'll face. Each has its benefits, and the right choice depends on your unique financial situation. In this post, I'll guide you through understanding the factors that determine whether a TFSA or…
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Pete McBride Returns - Exploring & Documenting His Backyard River
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If you’re a longtime Mountain & Prairie listener, then you’ll definitely remember Pete McBride. He’s a renowned photographer, filmmaker, and author, and he’s joined me on the podcast twice before– once to discuss his epic hike of the length of the Grand Canyon, and then to chat about his global search for silence in a very loud world. I’m glad to s…
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How To Have a Long Lifespan, Healthspan & Wealthspan With 3.0 Level Thinking
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How long should you expect to be retired? You want your money to last the rest of your life. How long will you live? What quality of life will you have? What will your lifestyle cost you when you are older? What if you could: Live longer (long lifespan). Be healthy longer (long healthspan). Have financial freedom longer (long wealthspan). In my lat…
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Peter Gower & Chris Menges - Forward-Looking Approaches to the West's Energy Transition
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Peter Gower is the Nature Conservancy’s Climate and Renewable Energy Program Director for the Western United States and Canada Divisions, and Chris Menges is the Director of Climate Action for the Colorado Chapter of the Nature Conservancy. Both Peter and Chris are on the front lines of North America’s transition from fossil fuels to renewables, wo…
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How To Create a Financial Plan That Is Your Life Plan - Interview with Kornel Szrejber
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I recently worked with Kornel Szrejber, host of Canada’s #1 financial podcast “Build Wealth Canada”, on his family’s financial plan, so he could feel confident about his retirement. Kornel retired in his 30s, but he was starting to feel anxious because he wanted to make sure he wasn’t overspending. This podcast interview is a Q&A between the two of…
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How to Live Off Your Investments in a Sustainable, Stress-Free, and Tax Efficient Way in Canada. Featuring Ed Rempel, CFP
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When we first hit our financial independence number 8 years ago, one of the financial planners that I asked to look at our numbers before my wife and I quit our full-time jobs was Ed Rempel. At the time, I asked Ed if he could do his own math and analysis on our numbers, to make sure that I didn’t miscalculate something when I was doing it myself, …
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Beatriz Soto - Bridging Cultural Divides & Building Equitable Communities
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Beatriz Soto is the Director of Protégete, a statewide program from Conservation Colorado, whose mission is to elevate Latino-driven solutions to protect our lands, water, air, and fight for environmental and climate justice. Prior to joining Conservation Colorado, she held a number of leadership and founding positions with conservation-focused org…
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"Good Fire, Bad Fire" - A Film and Discussion About Forest Health
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This is a special episode recorded live in Bozeman at the premiere of the important new short film titled "Good Fire, Bad Fire: Inside the Race to Restore America’s Forests." - On the evening of May 16, 2024, around 200 folks gathered at Bozeman’s Museum of the Rockies to watch the 15-minute film, which captures the breathtaking beauty of our natio…
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How to Successfully Implement the Smith Manoeuvre (Ed Rempel interviewed by Sean Cooper from "Burn Your Mortgage")
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You know the basics about the Smith Manoeuvre. It’s one of the most effective wealth building strategies if done by the right people in the right way over the long term. My latest podcast episode can be found on Sean Cooper’s “Burn YourMortgage” podcast on YouTube and his website www.BurnYourMortgage.ca, and you can listen here too. You’ll learn: W…
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SHED SESSION - Everything I Know About Starting a Podcast
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This is a special Shed Session episode, normally published exclusively for Mountain & Prairie Patreon supporters. In it, I answer the most common question I receive, which is some variation of "How do I start a podcast?" - In this episode I answer that question in excruciating detail, laying out everything I know about it, based on my own bumbling,…
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Avoiding the Yield Trap: Are You Too Focused on Generating Income From Your Investments?
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Having your investments pay you large dividends or yield sounds great. It’s truly passive income where money just shows up in your account without you having to do anything, and without you having to sell off any of your investments even when markets are down. But what if you get too focused on maximizing dividends or yield in your portfolio? After…
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Dan Stellar - Bolstering Biodiversity in Arizona and Beyond
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Dan Stellar is the State Director for the Arizona Chapter of The Nature Conservancy, where he leads the organization’s efforts across a wide range of cutting-edge initiatives, including forest health, water conservation, resilient cities, healthy grasslands, and more. Arizona is one of the nation’s largest and most biodiverse states, which creates …
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Sandy Colhoun - Building Leaders Through Outdoor Education
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Sandy Colhoun is the President of the National Outdoor Leadership School, also known as NOLS. - Founded in 1965 by legendary mountaineer Paul Petzolt, NOLS is widely considered to be the world’s premier wilderness school, and its mission is “to be the leading source and teacher of wilderness skills and leadership that serve people and the environme…
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How to Prevent Fraud in Your Accounts in Canada
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A big thanks to RBC for sponsoring this episode. We talk a lot about growing our net worth as Canadians, but what about actually protecting our assets from threats like fraud? So, I thought we’d get some security experts on the show to teach us some best practices when it comes to protecting ourselves and our family, especially when it comes to our…
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Kami Bakken - How to Build a Life and Career in the West's Wide-Open Spaces
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Kami Bakken is a river guide and outdoor advocate, and she currently serves as the Director of the Freeflow Foundation and Director of Ambassador and Grant Programs for Rivers for Change. A native of Minnesota, Kami headed West for college at Colorado State University, where she earned a degree in Human Dimensions of Natural Resources. Since gradua…
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How to Avoid or Minimize Extra Tax from New Higher Capital Gains Tax
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You may have heard that we just had a new budget here in Canada, and increased the taxes on capital gains. Canadians with a rental property, cottage or investments and their tax advisors are scrambling to figure out what to do before the deadline of June 25, 2024. Here are the questions we’ll cover in this latest podcast episode: What is the new hi…
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Hampton Sides Returns: The Wild and Tragic Tale of Captain James Cook
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Hampton Sides is a Santa Fe-based historian and bestselling author who has written many books that are favorites of Mountain & Prairie listeners, including "Blood and Thunder," "On Desperate Ground," and "Ghost Soldiers." His newest book is "The Wide Wide Sea: Imperial Ambition, First Contact and the Fateful Final Voyage of Captain James Cook," whi…
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You may be thinking – what difference can I make in the world? As a financial planner I talk a lot about money, however, it’s not really about the money itself, but what it does for your life – how to live well, retire comfortably, and give back. In my latest podcast episode, I give you some ideas to help you choose causes that matter to you, as we…
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It’s easy to outperform financial advisors. Why? Conventional wisdom is they underperform because of fees, but there is a bigger reason. They don’t even try to outperform. They try for: “Reasonable return with less risk”. Financial advisors are mainly salespeople, not financial planners. They are more likely to lose a client because of a 30% 1-year…
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