In this episode we discuss holding investments inside of a corporation. We drink some Earl Grey IPA from Saltspring Island Brewing graciously bought for us by Kari from Money in Your Tea, this episode sponsored by Tom Drake of Maple Money. Many of us have wondered if investing in a...

One of the new Fintech companies in Canada, Hardbacon, has been profiling Canadian FIRE bloggers. Instead of Money Mechanic answering all the interview questions in writing, we decided to make a show out of it. Heidi is a contract writer who conducts the interview with MM. I have to say...

In this episode we discuss if your hobbies could actually end up causing you to spend more when you no longer need to work as much. We drink some Whistle Buoy special release NFT IPA graciously bought for us by Mark Seed. As you have more free time will you...

Is it possible to get good investment returns while also helping to protect the environment? We bring Tim Nash, from GoodInvesting.com, on the show to discuss all things ESG. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is becoming more popular for those wanting to make more socially and environmentally responsible investment decisions....

How do you feel when the market and your portfolio takes a nose dive? How often are you checking you portfolio, networth and performance? Loss aversion is a real thing and many of us suffer from it. As a result, our investor psychology may be affected and we may not...

In this episode we discuss the different stages of investing and where you go next as you learn more and grow your nest egg. We drink some of our favorite beers kindly purchased by Tyrell. Money Mechanic doesn’t think that you just own an ETF and chill. As you progress...

Housing, we all need it, but what the heck is going on in the Canadian markets!? We drink some Flagship IPA as this episode is generously sponsored by Steamworks Brewing. We discuss the current state of the housing market and if you can retire with a mortgage. Here in the FI...

In this episode we pick up where we left off after Canadian ETF’s and discuss our US and International ETF picks. We drink some 88 Brewing, ‘Ring Pop Double Dry Hopped Hazy IPA’ purchased by Jeremy. We discuss the reasons we have picked the ETF’s that we hold and the...

Are you looking for cash flow, but don’t want the hassle of being a landlord? Do you think owning an investment property is out of your reach? In this episode we discuss investing in the Hassle Free Landlord program with Epic Alliance. Eunice from Victoria joins us to discuss her...

In this episode we discuss the different stages of financial independence and how to decide what comes next. We drink some Wing Man Pale Ale kindly purchased by Ryan. This episode is generously sponsored by Cody and his side hustle Argofox. We discuss the phases we are in and how...

In this episode we discuss investing in Canadian ETF’s and how to decide what the best ones are. We drink some salted black porter kindly purchased by Jesse. We discuss the reasons we have picked the ETF’s that we hold and the difference between different Canadian ETF’s. Here in the FI...

In this episode, generously sponsored by Family Money Saver, we discuss investing in Bitcoin and the future of the currency. We drink some gluten free beer kindly purchased by Maria from Handful of Thoughts. We discuss if there are reasons to hold some Bitcoin in your portfolio. Here in the FI...

In this episode we discuss re-balancing and managing your portfolio with the help of Passiv. Nick joins us to tell us about all the exciting things going on at Passiv and how it can save you time and money. Here in the FI Garage, we’re all on the path to FI,...

We discuss the trades path to FI, cars and more on today’s episode. Cory joins the boys to discuss his path to FI through the trades, his experience with cars and investing during a pandemic. Episode Beverages Collective Arts – Stranger than Fiction Porter [2:08] Collective Arts – Life in...

In this episode, we discuss investing in renewable energy and the future of the industry. We discuss if there are outsized returns to be had as the shit to renewables progresses. Here in the FI Garage, we’re all on the path to FI, however, we consider the RE part optional. #FIRE...

Khushboo Jha, Founder and CEO of BuyProperly joins the Money Mechanic and the Economist on today’s episode to discuss how she and her team are trying to bring fractional real estate property investments to Canadians. Now on YouTube!! Check out our channel for bonus content and please subscribe. Beers – [1:00]...

In this episode, we discuss investing in tech stocks and the loft valuations that go along with them. We also discuss if we might be looking at a bubble and if we can really justify these insane P/E ratios. Here in the FI Garage, we’re all on the path to FI,...

In our first episode of the new year we discuss new years TFSA contribution room and how we review our plan each year. We also discuss some year and tax planning and what else to consider in your year end review. Here in the FI Garage, we’re all on the path...

The last episode of 2020 has Chrissy from Eat Sleep Breathe FI and Explore FI Canada joining us. As a joint episode we talk about our limiting beliefs around money, and share some positives from 2020. See you all in the New Year!! Thank you so much for taking the...

Brought to you by The Boscawen Inn in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia In our first sponsored episode the guys discuss risks we face on the path to FI. Sometimes we mis-label variance as risk, however, even with variance, there are associated risks. We discuss when it might be appropriate to acknowledge...

How much time do you spend analyzing investments? Do you even know how? There’s always more to learn, and we all need to recognize our own bias and blindside. We’re sharing how we do our due diligence and discuss what matters for different investments. Here in the FI Garage, we’re all...

We kept the microphones rolling after our Salmon Pack episode [0:40] and this drabble is the result. The Mechanic updates us on his private lending, we read out some listener comments, and talk about real estate expenditures. Here in the FI Garage, we’re all on the path to FI, however, we...

In this episode, the guys discuss what to do once your registered accounts are full. Paying tax isn’t always a bad thing – maybe you want to keep doing what you were doing before your registered accounts became full. On the other hand, this might be the right time to...

In this episode, the guys discuss how they manage time or their lack thereof. The choice of how you spend your time is arguably one of the most valuable benefits of FI. Can you improve how you use your time while on the journey? Here in the FI Garage, we’re all...

As promised, and at great cost to our bodies, we present the Salmon Pack episode. In this episode, the guys reunite in the Mechanic’s garage and discuss many things, FI-related and not. Here in the FI Garage, we’re all on the path to FI, however, we consider the RE part optional....