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In this episode, Evan discusses the value of staying invested during periods of market volatility, specifically the market decline triggered by fighting in the Middle East, explaining that diversified portfolios are still positive year-to-date and why panic-selling during downturns is a costly mistake. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and ...
On this episode, Evan and Sam discuss why building a "better" investment portfolio requires looking beyond past performance to factors like diversification, fees, and turnover—challenging the oversimplified belief that higher returns automatically mean a better portfolio. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and recommendations on how to impro...
In this episode, Evan and Sam explore whether historical patterns and current market data suggest there is an AI Bubble. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and recommendations on how to improve your finances. 🌳 Connect with Evan and Cedar Point Wealth | Services and Pricing
In this episode, Evan explains how Canadian government retirement programs (CPP, OAS, and GIS) work, emphasizing their value in retirement planning. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and recommendations on how to improve your finances. 🌳 Connect with Evan and Cedar Point Wealth | Services and Pricing
In this episode, Evan examines the pros and cons of RRSP loans—borrowing money to contribute to your retirement savings. He notes while RRSP loans offer tax deductions and lower interest rates, most people would be better off avoiding them due to the costs, risks, and limited flexibility of leveraged investing. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instan...
In this episode, Evan explains how Canadian retirement income accounts—RRIFs, LIFs, and PRIFs—work, covering how to convert accumulation accounts into income-producing accounts, the minimum and maximum withdrawal rules, tax implications, and province-specific regulations for managing retirement savings. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and...
On this episode, Evan describes the key accumulation accounts available to Canadian and their potential uses for investors. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and recommendations on how to improve your finances. 🌳 Connect with Evan and Cedar Point Wealth | Services and Pricing
In this episode, Evan and Sam discuss gold's historical performance as a hedge against market downturns, inflation, and economic crises, ultimately concluding that while gold has surged recently, the evidence doesn't support it as a reliable hedge in times of economic uncertainty. The episode concludes with a discussion of ways to get exposure to gold's upside through diversified evidenced-based investing. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spe...
On this episode, Evan examines mutual funds and ETFs. He notes both mutual funds and ETFs can be useful investment containers for building diversified portfolios, challenges the idea that one is inherently better than the other, while clarifying that the real differences lie in their transaction mechanics rather than their investment strategies or tax efficiency. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & ri...
On this episode of the Canadian Money Roadmap, Evan describes what stocks and bonds are, why they're essential building blocks of a retirement portfolio, and how diversification and long-term holding periods reduce risk and increase the likelihood of positive returns. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and recommendations on how to improve y...
This episode analyzes whether a 20-year-old Quebec lottery winner made the right choice by taking $1,000 per week for life instead of a $1 million lump sum. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and recommendations on how to improve your finances. 🌳 Connect with Evan and Cedar Point Wealth | Services and Pricing
In this episode, Evan highlights three common financial mistakes to avoid in the new year while sharing practical tips to help you get ahead and retire confidently. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and recommendations on how to improve your finances. 🌳 Connect with Evan and Cedar Point Wealth | Services and Pricing
In this year-end episode, Evan pulls back the curtain on his personal finances, the launch of Cedar Point Wealth, and the growth of The Canadian Money Roadmap, sharing real numbers, lessons learned, and what’s ahead for 2026. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and recommendations on how to improve your finances. 🌳 Connect with Evan and Ceda...
Evan shares his annual checklist of key financial tasks to consider before the year ends. Topics include maximizing your First Home Savings Account (FHSA), TFSA withdrawal timing, spousal RRSP strategies, charitable giving, capital gains/losses, mutual fund distributions, workplace benefits, and tips for staying organized. Evan also highlights useful resources to help you get your finances in order for the new year. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cash...
Learn one of the most reliable ways of increasing your happiness when it comes to your money. Free Kindle Books from Dr. Daniel Crosby - Until the end of December 2025 1. The Behavioural Investor 2. The Soul of Wealth: 50 Reflections on Money and Meaning 3. The Laws of Wealth 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and recommendations on how to...
Most Canadians have no idea what they’re actually paying to invest — and many are overpaying by a lot. In this episode, Evan breaks down how investment fees really work in Canada, what’s reasonable, what’s not, and how to tell if you’re paying for advice you aren’t actually getting. You’ll learn how to read MERs, Fund Facts, and trailing commissions so you can spot red flags and avoid getting ripped off. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spend...
In this Q&A episode of the Canadian Money Roadmap Podcast, Evan answers two listener questions: How do TD ETFs compare to other providers like Vanguard and BlackRock? Evan breaks down the differences, explains why TD funds may get less attention, and shares what to look for when evaluating ETFs for your portfolio.What’s the best order to withdraw funds in retirement? Evan discusses the factors that influence withdrawal strategies, including account types, tax implications, and personal go...
Record your money question here - No account or email required. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow & spending, saving & investing, debt & risk protection, and retirement readiness. Instant feedback and recommendations on how to improve your finances. 🌳 Connect with Evan and Cedar Point Wealth | Services and Pricing
In this episode, we explore how the art of making the perfect smash burger—mastered by burger expert George Motz—parallels the principles of smart investing. Discover why simplicity, quality ingredients, and avoiding unnecessary complexity lead to better results, whether you’re building a great burger or a strong investment portfolio. Tune in for practical insights and a fresh perspective on financial success. 📝Financial Foundations Scorecard - See how you score in the areas of cashflow &...
In this episode of the Canadian Money Roadmap, we explore why chasing last year’s top-performing stocks or sectors can leave your investment strategy “late to the party.” Evan breaks down the pitfalls of following market hype—like AI, tech chips, utilities, and even nuclear power—and explains how much of the expected growth is already priced in by the time most investors notice. Learn why diversification, humility, and keeping costs low are the real keys to long-term investing success. Plus, ...
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