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  • Making 'Cents' Of It All with Jonathan Torrens

    Making 'Cents' Of It All with Jonathan Torrens
    2025/06/04
    Jonathan Torrens is a successful actor, writer, producer, and entrepreneur. Since his early days on the children’s consumer awareness show Street Cents, Jonathan has been learning all about money.

    In this episode, Richard and Jonathan discuss the financial challenges of a freelance career, the importance of entrepreneurship for actors, and the often overlooked business aspects of the entertainment industry. Jonathan shares insights into contract negotiations, managing finances without a consistent paycheck, and the importance of diversification. He also touches on the value of financial literacy, and the changing landscape of social media influence.

    Key Takeaways:
    1. The Reality of Being an Actor. Jonathan discusses the challenge of identifying solely as an "actor" and how many actors have to diversify to make a living.
    2. Financial Challenges and Contract Negotiations. There’s a big issue with the financial instability of an acting career, with unpredictable income and long gaps between gigs. Jonathan discusses his approach to negotiating contracts directly, he also explains how in the Canadian market, it is often more financially viable to negotiate his own contracts.
    3. Financial Literacy and Social Media Influence. Jonathan reflects on his experience on Street Cents and the importance of financial education. He also touches on the change of what is important to younger generations, from trying to keep up with the Joneses, to trying to keep up with the Kardashians.
    Street Cents is back, teaching the next generation how to be money- and consumer-savvy!

    Subscribe to Generations of Wealth and Contact Richard at rlandzaat@summafinancial.ca or richard@portaviamgt.com

    Generations of Wealth is produced by Story Studio Network.
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    36 分
  • You Might Just Be An Entrepreneur

    You Might Just Be An Entrepreneur
    2025/05/21
    Richard interviews Dr. Alex Mitchell, a general surgeon who is also a seasoned entrepreneur. They delve into the often-overlooked business aspects of being a physician, highlighting how doctors are essentially self-employed entrepreneurs. Dr. Mitchell shares his journey from medical school debt to successful real estate ventures, and other entrepreneurial pursuits. He emphasizes the lack of financial education in medical training, and the importance of leveraging a physician's unique financial position to build wealth.

    Key Takeaways:
    1. The Entrepreneurial Reality of Being a Doctor. Physicians are essentially self-employed contractors, requiring them to manage finances, offices, and employees. Alex highlights the lack of formal business education in medical training, which often leaves doctors unprepared for these responsibilities.
    2. Transitioning from Medicine to Entrepreneurship. Alex recalls the turning point when he decided to diversify his income, driven by frustrations with the healthcare system. He shares how he and his wife ventured into real estate investing, starting with a rundown lakefront property.
    3. Risk, Mistakes, and the Entrepreneurial Mindset. The importance of learning from mistakes and embracing risk as part of the entrepreneurial journey and the importance of generating wealth for the future, not just immediate income.
    Subscribe to Generations of Wealth and Contact Richard at rlandzaat@summafinancial.ca or richard@portaviamgt.com

    Generations of Wealth is produced by Story Studio Network.
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    37 分
  • Who Taught You About Money?

    Who Taught You About Money?
    2025/05/07
    In this episode, Richard speaks with Neal Andreino, part of the next generation of entrepreneurs and investors. Neal shares his journey, fueled by a desire for financial freedom, to owning multiple businesses and building a significant real estate portfolio. Neal emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, assembling a strong team, and strategically investing in real estate and other ventures to create lasting wealth. He also discusses the importance of giving back to the community and the economy.

    Key Takeaways:
    1. Navigating Business Acquisitions and Private Lending. Neal highlights the importance of understanding market trends, identifying inefficiencies, and focusing on businesses with growth potential and real estate components when considering acquisitions. He also describes the differences between private lending and conventional lending.

    2. The Importance of Continuous Learning. Richard and Neal look at the pitfalls of complacency and the importance of continuous learning and personal development. He emphasizes the need to define clear long-term goals and make investment decisions that align with those goals.

    3. Strategic Real Estate Investing. Neal emphasizes the crucial role of real estate in the Canadian economy and its potential for wealth creation. He advises listeners to focus on key indicators like immigration trends and population growth when making real estate investment decisions.
    Subscribe to Generations of Wealth and Contact Richard at rlandzaat@summafinancial.ca or richard@portaviamgt.com

    Generations of Wealth is produced by Story Studio Network.
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    45 分
  • Your Biggest Asset is Time

    Your Biggest Asset is Time
    2025/04/23
    In this episode of the Generations of Wealth podcast, host Richard emphasizes the paramount importance of time in building wealth, but also gives hope for those of us who feel like it’s “too late for me.” Richard discusses the relevance of saving at any age, not just for retirement but for various financial goals.

    Key Takeaways:
    1. Saving is Relevant at Any Age: While starting early is advantageous, Richard stresses that it's never too late to begin saving. Even individuals in their forties can benefit significantly from starting the habit of saving, whether it's for retirement, a down payment on a house, or other financial goals.

    2. Time in Business Succession Planning: The critical role of time in planning for the transfer of business ownership. This includes considerations like the two-year ownership rule for tax-free capital gains, the implications of corporate freezes and rollovers, and the need to strategically plan for owner transitions, potentially by training successors well in advance of a sale.

    3. The Psychological Aspect of Time and Money: Richard touches on the human tendency to procrastinate on long-term financial planning. He highlights that many younger individuals don't prioritize retirement savings due to the perceived distance of the event, while older individuals might feel they've run out of time. The episode encourages listeners to overcome this mindset and recognize the continuous and crucial role of time in all financial decisions, regardless of their current stage of life.
    Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to Generations of Wealth wherever you get your podcasts!

    Subscribe to Generations of Wealth and Contact Richard at rlandzaat@summafinancial.ca or richard@portaviamgt.com

    Generations of Wealth is produced by Story Studio Network.
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    20 分
  • Pay Yourself First

    Pay Yourself First
    2025/04/09
    In the first episode of Generations of Wealth, host Richard Landzaat shares his journey from childhood side hustles to becoming a chief financial officer and successful business owner. Richard talks about his experiences in mergers and acquisitions, real estate, and business investments, highlighting the lessons he’s learned about creating and managing wealth.

    Key Takeaways:
    1. Start Early and Pay Yourself First: Richard emphasizes the importance of saving consistently and automatically.

    2. Good Debt vs. Bad Debt: Not all debt is harmful; Richard will explain the difference.

    3. Understanding Wealth Transfer: With trillions of dollars set to transfer between generations in the coming decades, it's essential to understand how to do this with a proper strategy.
    Subscribe to Generations of Wealth and Contact Richard at rlandzaat@summafinancial.ca or richard@portaviamgt.com

    Generations of Wealth is produced by Story Studio Network.
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    14 分
  • Welcome to Generations of Wealth!

    Welcome to Generations of Wealth!
    2025/03/12
    With his new podcast, Generations of Wealth, Richard Landzaat brings his wealth of knowledge directly to listeners. The show dives deep into the art and science of wealth creation, offering actionable insights, inspiring success stories, and practical advice tailored for small business owners and forward-thinking individuals alike. Through engaging interviews and candid discussions, Richard helps demystify the journey toward financial independence and encourages a mindset that values long-term growth over short-term gains.

    Beyond the boardroom and the podcast microphone, Richard is a dedicated community leader who believes in the transformative power of education and mentorship. His work is driven by a simple yet profound idea: that every entrepreneur deserves the opportunity to build a legacy of wealth—not just for themselves but for the generations that follow.
    Join Richard Landzaat on Generations of Wealth as he shares the tools, strategies, and inspiration needed to turn entrepreneurial dreams into enduring realities.

    Contact Richard at rlandzaat@summafinancial.ca or richard@portaviamgt.com

    Generations of Wealth is produced by Story Studio Network.
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    2 分