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Canadians are Selling their U.S. Properties

Smart Travel Tips for Retirees

Rob & Leanna’s Story of Joining the Team

On More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie talk with Anne-Elise Cugliari Allegritti, VP of Research & Communications from Royal Lepage about why 54 percent of Canadians with properties in the U.S. have either sold or are thinking of selling. Then, Claire Newell, Founder and President of Travel Best Bets, talks about the ways retirees can make travel less stressful and more enjoyable. Then, Leanna and Rob share with you the origin story of why they joined the advisory team.

On More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie talk with Anne-Elise Cugliari Allegritti,&nbsp;VP of Research &amp; Communications from Royal Lepage about why 54 percent of Canadians with properties in the U.S. have either sold or are thinking of selling. Then, Claire Newell, Founder and President of Travel Best Bets, talks about the ways retirees can make travel less stressful and more enjoyable. Then, Leanna and Rob share with you the origin story of why they joined the advisory team.

More Than Money is your weekly guide to retirement, from financial strategies to lifestyle planning, we cover what really matters in making the most of your retirement—because it’s about more than just money.
Hosted by Portfolio Managers and Investment Advisors Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali, along with Wealth Advisors Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie.
Learn more at www.morethanmoneyradio.com

More Than Money

More Than Money is your weekly guide to retirement, from financial strategies to lifestyle planning, we cover what really matters in making the most of your retirement—because it’s about more than just money. Hosted by Portfolio Managers and Investment Advisors Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali, along with Wealth Advisors Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie. Learn more at morethanmoney.ca

More Than Money is your weekly guide to retirement, from financial strategies to lifestyle planning, we cover what really matters in making the most of your retirement&mdash;because it&rsquo;s about more than just money. Hosted by Portfolio Managers and Investment Advisors Dave Popowich and Faisal Karmali, along with Wealth Advisors Leanna Wachniak and Rob Gerrie. Learn more at <a href="https://www.morethanmoneyradio.com">morethanmoney.ca</a>

Retirement Planning, U.S. Property and Smart Travel

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Federal Job Cuts and Early Retirement

How is the Alberta Budget affecting Retirees?

Withdrawing Your Savings With the Least Tax

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie unpack one of the biggest stories shaping retirement today: the geopolitical uncertainty dominating the headlines and what it could mean for your financial future.

Next, they look at how government cuts are pushing some Canadians into retirement earlier than expected and ask the important question: if retirement is forced on you, are you really ready?

Then, Dave and Rob turn to the Alberta budget and rising property taxes in Calgary. What is driving the increase, and what does it mean for retirees? They are joined by Trevor Tombe, economist at the University of Calgary, to break it down.

To close the show, with tax season fast approaching, Dave and Rob discuss the three most common tax issues retirees face and how to solve them.

On this week&rsquo;s episode of More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie unpack one of the biggest stories shaping retirement today: the geopolitical uncertainty dominating the headlines and what it could mean for your financial future.
Next, they look at how government cuts are pushing some Canadians into retirement earlier than expected and ask the important question: if retirement is forced on you, are you really ready?
Then, Dave and Rob turn to the Alberta budget and rising property taxes in Calgary. What is driving the increase, and what does it mean for retirees? They are joined by Trevor Tombe, economist at the University of Calgary, to break it down.
To close the show, with tax season fast approaching, Dave and Rob discuss the three most common tax issues retirees face and how to solve them.

How Market Volatility Affects Retirement Planning

Why Are Affluent Retirees Financial Insecure?

Retire Ready or Retire Regret?

Divided over Dividends

On this week’s episode of More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Dave Popowich tackle one of the biggest retirement questions Canadians are asking right now: how much money do you actually need to retire today?

They’re then joined by Dr. Michelle Maroto, Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Alberta, to explore why financial insecurity can persist even for affluent retirees, including those who look financially “set” on paper.

Next, Tony Chapman, marketing and branding expert and founder of Chatter That Matters. Joins the conversation to discuss a common gap in retirement planning: many people prepare financially, but few prepare for what day-to-day life and identity look like once work ends.

To close, Leanna and Dave break down a timely debate: “Divided Over Dividends.” Dividends can feel predictable, but if you rely on them too heavily, could they end up splitting your retirement plan in the wrong direction?

On this week&rsquo;s episode of More Than Money, Leanna Wachniak and Dave Popowich tackle one of the biggest retirement questions Canadians are asking right now: how much money do you actually need to retire today?
They&rsquo;re then joined by Dr. Michelle Maroto, Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Alberta, to explore why financial insecurity can persist even for affluent retirees, including those who look financially &ldquo;set&rdquo; on paper.
Next, Tony Chapman, marketing and branding expert and founder of Chatter That Matters. Joins the conversation to discuss a common gap in retirement planning: many people prepare financially, but few prepare for what day-to-day life and identity look like once work ends.
To close, Leanna and Dave break down a timely debate: &ldquo;Divided Over Dividends.&rdquo; Dividends can feel predictable, but if you rely on them too heavily, could they end up splitting your retirement plan in the wrong direction?

Why Even Wealthy Retirees Feel Financially Insecure?

Rising Inflation Costs in Canada 

Can Alberta Stand on its Own? 

Canadian Housing Outlook 2026

Retirement Planning at Age 50?

On this week's episode of More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie break down rising inflation in Canada and what it could mean for families and retirees in 2026.

Next, economist Moshe Lander joins the show to discuss the Alberta separation conversation and the potential implications for CPP, pensions, and retirement planning.

Then, Shaun Cathcart, Senior Economist at the Canadian Real Estate Association, shares the Calgary and Canada housing market forecast for 2026, including key trends impacting homeowners and future retirees.

To close, Dave and Rob answer a big Gen X question: what should a retirement plan look like at age 50 in Canada?

On this week's episode of More Than Money, Dave Popowich and Rob Gerrie break down rising inflation in Canada and what it could mean for families and retirees in 2026.
Next, economist Moshe Lander joins the show to discuss the Alberta separation conversation and the potential implications for CPP, pensions, and retirement planning.
Then, Shaun Cathcart, Senior Economist at the Canadian Real Estate Association, shares the Calgary and Canada housing market forecast for 2026, including key trends impacting homeowners and future retirees.
To close, Dave and Rob answer a big Gen X question: what should a retirement plan look like at age 50 in Canada?

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