Cash Rules - Financial Podcast artwork

Cash Rules - Financial Podcast

92 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 1 rating

Financial literacy is arguably one of the most important skills to have when it comes to the safety and security of yourself and those you love. Nevertheless, the average Canadian lacks the knowledge they need to make informed, competent financial decisions. How can we close the gap in our knowledge of finances? Meet Paul Popo-Ola, a Finance and Economics Graduate (HBA) and a financial planner (CFP, PFP) for a major Canadian bank. Paul helps Canadians just like you understand the ins and outs of personal and professional finances including TFSAs and RRSPs. Paul and his expert guests make the confusing, dizzying world of finances digestible for the average consumer; YOU.

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Episodes

What is a TFSA

January 29, 2020 11:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

On this episode, I'm joined by Kris Read, a Certified Financial Planner from RBC.  We discuss the benefits and advantages of the Tax Free Savings Account.  The Tax Free Savings account was introduced by the government in 2009, and continues to be one of the most misunderstood investment vehicles in the industry.  Kris and I shed some light on how the TFSA works, major benefits, and who should use it.  We address the age old question, 'Should I investment in my RRSP or my TFSA'?

Entrepreneurship 101 - Part 3

January 22, 2020 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

Part 3 of 3 of our entrepreneurship series with Amber Neville, manager at Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC). Amber manages a team of commercial lenders in downtown Toronto with a focus on entrepreneurs. On this episode we discuss understanding legal and tax requirements of your business, when to hire professionals, why networking is so important and the most important aspects of a business plan. She explains how to talk banker when meeting with a business lender, what kind of financi...

Entrepreneurship 101 - Pt 3

January 22, 2020 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

Part 3 of 3 of our entrepreneurship series with Amber Neville, manager at Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC). Amber manages a team of commercial lenders in downtown Toronto with a focus on entrepreneurs. On this episode we discuss understanding legal and tax requirements of your business, when to hire professionals, why networking is so important and the most important aspects of a business plan. She explains how to talk banker when meeting with a business lender, what kind of financi...

Entrepreneurship 101 - Pt 2

January 15, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

Part 2 of 3 of our entrepreneurship series with Amber Neville, manager at Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC). Amber manages a team of commercial lenders in downtown Toronto with a focus on entrepreneurs. On this episode Amber breaks down how to position yourself for a business loan, whether you should quit your job and go full-time with your side hustle. She also explains what venture capitalist and angel investors are and how you can utilized these people to grow your business. 

Entrepreneurship 101 - Part 2

January 15, 2020 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

Part 2 of 3 of our entrepreneurship series with Amber Neville, manager at Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC). Amber manages a team of commercial lenders in downtown Toronto with a focus on entrepreneurs. On this episode Amber breaks down how to position yourself for a business loan, whether you should quit your job and go full-time with your side hustle. She also explains what venture capitalist and angel investors are and how you can utilized these people to grow your business. 

Entrepreneurship 101 - Pt 1

January 08, 2020 11:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MB

On this episode I sit down with Amber Neville, a Manager at the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC). Amber manages a team of commercial lenders in downtown Toronto. They focus primarily on entrepreneurs, from start ups, all the way up companies generating + $2 million in revenue. She discusses all things entrepreneurship, from how to start a business, to building a business plan, growing your business and obtaining financing from traditional banks, and many more. This is part 1 of our ...

Entrepreneurship 101 - Part 1

January 08, 2020 11:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MB

On this episode I sit down with Amber Neville, a Manager at the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC). Amber manages a team of commercial lenders in downtown Toronto. They focus primarily on entrepreneurs, from start ups, all the way up companies generating + $2 million in revenue. She discusses all things entrepreneurship, from how to start a business, to building a business plan, growing your business and obtaining financing from traditional banks, and many more. This is part 1 of our ...

New Years Day Episode! (All you need to know about RRSPs)

January 01, 2020 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

On this New Years Day Episode, i'm joined by Kris Read, a Financial Planner at RBC Royal Bank. We discuss RRSP and how they are the most misunderstood financial product within the banking industry. We further discuss, how for the right individual RRSPs can be the best way to accumulate wealth. We go into the benefits of RRSPs, including the tax advantages, using it towards your first home and more.

Ep. 16 - Christmas Episode

December 25, 2019 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

I had the privilege on being on the Continual Growth Podcast to talk about financial literacy. We discussed the lack of financial literacy in schools as well as the fact that people are afraid to talk money. I shared some of the barriers holding us back as well as how we can overcome these stigmas when it comes to financial literacy. 

Christmas Episode

December 25, 2019 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

I had the privilege on being on the Continual Growth Podcast to talk about financial literacy. We discussed the lack of financial literacy in schools as well as the fact that people are afraid to talk money. I shared some of the barriers holding us back as well as how we can overcome these stigmas when it comes to financial literacy. 

Financial Game Plan for 2020

December 18, 2019 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MB

On this Episode our host Paul sits down with Kris Read a Certified Financial Planner at major bank in Canada. Kris is a full service Financial Planner who manages millions of dollars in investments for his clients in addition to providing advice on all aspects of their financial goals. Kris goes over the top 5 things you should review before the end of the year, when it comes to your finances. Listen to this episode and you will be ready for 2020!

Ep. 15 - Financial Game Plan for 2020

December 18, 2019 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MB

On this Episode our host Paul sits down with Kris Read a Certified Financial Planner at major bank in Canada. Kris is a full service Financial Planner who manages millions of dollars in investments for his clients in addition to providing advice on all aspects of their financial goals. Kris goes over the top 5 things you should review before the end of the year, when it comes to your finances. Listen to this episode and you will be ready for 2020!

Ep. 14 - 5 Principals To Successful Investing Part 2

December 11, 2019 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

On this episode my co-host Ryan and I continue our conversation on the 5 principals of successful investing. We go over the last 3 principals and in my opinion the most important principal of them all. 

5 Principals To Successful Investing Part 2

December 11, 2019 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

On this episode my co-host Ryan and I continue our conversation on the 5 principals of successful investing. We go over the last 3 principals and in my opinion the most important principal of them all. 

5 Principals To Successful Investing

December 04, 2019 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

On this episode Paul and Ryan discuss the 5 principals to being a successful investor. Just like anything in life, guidance and rules help one become successful and investing your money is no different. Follow these these principals you can't lose. 

Ep. 13 - 5 Principals To Successful Investing

December 04, 2019 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

On this episode Paul and Ryan discuss the 5 principals to being a successful investor. Just like anything in life, guidance and rules help one become successful and investing your money is no different. Follow these these principals you can't lose. 

Ep. 12 - Give Me Insurance - Part 2

November 27, 2019 11:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

On this Episode we continue our conversation with Afshan Butt a seasoned Financial Advisor at IG Wealth Management on part 2 of our insurance discussion. 

Give Me Insurance - Pt 2

November 27, 2019 11:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

On this Episode we continue our conversation with Afshan Butt a seasoned Financial Advisor at IG Wealth Management on part 2 of our insurance discussion. 

Give Me Insurance - Part 2

November 27, 2019 11:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

On this Episode we continue our conversation with Afshan Butt a seasoned Financial Advisor at IG Wealth Management on part 2 of our insurance discussion. 

Give Me Insurance - Part 1

November 20, 2019 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

On this episode I sit down with a special guest, Afshan Butt, a seasoned Financial Advisor at IG Wealth Management. She has over 11 years of experience in the financial services industry and is ranked amongst the top 10 IG advisors in Edmonton, Alberta. She also holds the LLQP designation which is a designation held by insurance experts. She takes the time to explain why insurance is so important to building family wealth as well as the many benefits that come with the different type of insu...

Give Me Insurance - Pt 1

November 20, 2019 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

On this episode I sit down with a special guest, Afshan Butt, a seasoned Financial Advisor at IG Wealth Management. She has over 11 years of experience in the financial services industry and is ranked amongst the top 10 IG advisors in Edmonton, Alberta. She also holds the LLQP designation which is a designation held by insurance experts. She takes the time to explain why insurance is so important to building family wealth as well as the many benefits that come with the different type of insu...

Ep. 11 - Give Me Insurance - Part 1

November 20, 2019 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

On this episode I sit down with a special guest, Afshan Butt, a seasoned Financial Advisor at IG Wealth Management. She has over 11 years of experience in the financial services industry and is ranked amongst the top 10 IG advisors in Edmonton, Alberta. She also holds the LLQP designation which is a designation held by insurance experts. She takes the time to explain why insurance is so important to building family wealth as well as the many benefits that come with the different type of insu...

You down with R.S.P.'s ?

November 08, 2019 15:00 - 14 minutes - 9.96 MB

On this episode we have John Woldu an educator and a coach in Toronto joining us again to discuss RSPs. What is an RSP and do I need one? We discuss the power of this plan and how it can be used to save on taxes and put more money in your pocket.

Ep. 10 You down with R.S.P.'s ?

November 08, 2019 15:00 - 14 minutes - 9.96 MB

On this episode we have John Woldu an educator and a coach in Toronto joining us again to discuss RSPs. What is an RSP and do I need one? We discuss the power of this plan and how it can be used to save on taxes and put more money in your pocket.

Live For Today, Plan For Tomorrow!

October 30, 2019 10:13 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

On this episode Paul sits down with his childhood friend John Woldu, an educator and a basketball coach in the Toronto community. They discuss money management, retirement, pension plans and why it's important to not only live for today but also plan for tomorrow.

Ep. 9 - Live For Today, Plan For Tomorrow!

October 30, 2019 10:13 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

On this episode Paul sits down with his childhood friend John Woldu, an educator and a basketball coach in the Toronto community. They discuss money management, retirement, pension plans and why it's important to not only live for today but also plan for tomorrow.

Cash Rules Ep. 8 - Foundation Of Financial Freedom

October 23, 2019 10:56 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

On this Episode I'm join once again by my special guest Aime, who is a young entrepreneur in Toronto. We finish our discussion on what we wish we knew about managing our finances at a young age or if you're just starting out. We review the foundations that you need to build if you want to become financial free.

Foundation Of Financial Freedom

October 23, 2019 10:56 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

On this Episode I'm join once again by my special guest Aime, who is a young entrepreneur in Toronto. We finish our discussion on what we wish we knew about managing our finances at a young age or if you're just starting out. We review the foundations that you need to build if you want to become financial free.

Ep. 7 - What I Wish I Knew About Managing My Money

October 16, 2019 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

On this episode Paul brings on a special guest. A young entrepreneur who just move to the big city of Toronto. We discuss what we wish we knew about managing our finances when we were younger. The information is relevant, at any age, and if you follow this process, you are a guaranteed to have financial freedom!

What I Wish I Knew About Managing My Money

October 16, 2019 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

On this episode Paul brings on a special guest. A young entrepreneur who just move to the big city of Toronto. We discuss what we wish we knew about managing our finances when we were younger. The information is relevant, at any age, and if you follow this process, you are a guaranteed to have financial freedom!

The 5 C's of Credit

October 09, 2019 11:04 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

On this episode Paul explains the 5 C's of credit and how this is used to determine if the banks will lend to you or not. If you ever want a loan, mortgage or any kind of credit you should understand what the 5 C's of credit are and learn how to use them to your advantage.

Cash Rules Financial Podcast - Ep. 6 - The 5 C's of Credit

October 09, 2019 11:04 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

On this episode Paul explains the 5 C's of credit and how this is used to determine if the banks will lend to you or not. If you ever want a loan, mortgage or any kind of credit you should understand what the 5 C's of credit are and learn how to use them to your advantage.

Cash Rules Financial Podcast Ep. 5 - Till Debts Do Us Part (Debt Management)

October 02, 2019 00:45 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

This is a highly requested episode where Paul takes you through a step by step process on how to get yourself out of debt. He also reviews tips and tricks on how to stay out of debt. If you have debt and are not sure where to being this episode is for you!

Till Debts Do Us Part (Debt Management)

October 02, 2019 00:45 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

This is a highly requested episode where Paul takes you through a step by step process on how to get yourself out of debt. He also reviews tips and tricks on how to stay out of debt. If you have debt and are not sure where to being this episode is for you!

Cash Rules Financial Podcast Ep. 4 - The B-Word...Budgeting

September 25, 2019 01:10 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

On this episode we discuss the importance of setting goals. The concept of paying yourself first and how a budget can help you achieve that. We show you how to prepare a budget and the benefits of having one. We show you the best ways to live within your means and save when you don't even think you can by using a trick called TEMPO.

The B-Word...Budgeting

September 25, 2019 01:10 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

On this episode we discuss the importance of setting goals. The concept of paying yourself first and how a budget can help you achieve that. We show you how to prepare a budget and the benefits of having one. We show you the best ways to live within your means and save when you don't even think you can by using a trick called TEMPO.

Its all about Cash Flow

September 18, 2019 01:14 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

On this episode my guest and I discuss what happens once you have completed your Cash Flow and Net Worth statement. We explain how to bring these statements to life by using financial ratios. We deep dive into what financial ratios are and why they are used by the banks to determine your worthiness when it comes to borrowing money.

Cash Rules Financial Podcast Ep 3 - Its all about Cash Flow

September 18, 2019 01:14 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

On this episode my guest and I discuss what happens once you have completed your Cash Flow and Net Worth statement. We explain how to bring these statements to life by using financial ratios. We deep dive into what financial ratios are and why they are used by the banks to determine your worthiness when it comes to borrowing money.

The Journey to Financial Literacy (Ain't no Half Steppin)

September 11, 2019 01:41 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

On this episode me and my guest will focus on how to start the journey to becoming financially literate. We discuss how we all have a Net Worth, not just celebrities and how to calculate it. We also discuss how to understand the type of debts you have (good debt vs bad debt). We talk about the importance of cash flow (the back backbone to becoming financially free) by reviewing your discretionary and non discretionary spending.

Cash Rules Financial Podcast Ep. 2 - The Journey to Financial Literacy (Ain't no Half Steppin)

September 11, 2019 01:41 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

On this episode me and my guest will focus on how to start the journey to becoming financially literate. We discuss how we all have a Net Worth, not just celebrities and how to calculate it. We also discuss how to understand the type of debts you have (good debt vs bad debt). We talk about the importance of cash flow (the back backbone to becoming financially free) by reviewing your discretionary and non discretionary spending.

Cash Rules Podcast Ep.1 - Why Care about Financial Literacy?

September 04, 2019 11:09 - 8 minutes - 6.2 MB

On todays episode I bring on a special guest to discuss why financial literacy is so important and how it can effect you and your families future. The school system failed us and left us unprepared for the real world. Ryan and I share some of the mistakes we've made along the way and discuss why this podcast will be able to help you on your journey to becoming financially free.

Why Care about Financial Literacy?

September 04, 2019 11:09 - 8 minutes - 6.2 MB

On todays episode I bring on a special guest to discuss why financial literacy is so important and how it can effect you and your families future. The school system failed us and left us unprepared for the real world. Ryan and I share some of the mistakes we've made along the way and discuss why this podcast will be able to help you on your journey to becoming financially free.

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