
Welcome to the Unconventional Wisdom podcast. The show that helps you achieve financial security & freedom. Insights based on in-depth experience from Canada's #1 financial planner blogger. Find out what really works. Your host, fee-for-service financial planner & tax accountant, Ed Rempel.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 162 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | InvestingBusinessEducation | |||

In this episode of Youth Corner, Sabiha explores why so many people feel behind financially—and why comparison and expectations often have more influence on that feeling than reality.
After more than 30 years in financial planning, she explains why... more
Louise (not her real name) has far more money than she is ever likely to spend. She has always invested in equities and is comfortable with them. However, now at age 84, she is wondering whether she should invest more conservatively.
This is a case... more
I'm pleased to introduce the first podcast episode in Sabiha Mukadam's new series, Advice from the Sage Owl.
Sabiha has worked alongside me for many years helping clients build and maintain comprehensive financial plans.
In this podcast episode, ... more
For more than 20 years, Unconventional Wisdom has been where I share financial planning ideas, strategies, and lessons I've learned from helping Canadians build better financial lives.
Today, I'm excited to introduce someone who has been a key part... more
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This podcast is a must listen for all young investors . Warning: you won’t get this advice from any Canadian bank.
I am so glad you are doing a podcast because it is so much easier for me to listen while I am exercising instead of trying to watch a video. Thank you!
Hi Ed
I am big fan of you and listening to all other podcasts where you have appeared as guest.
I am so glad you have started your own. You have wealth of finance knowledge that will benefit to every Canadian. This is incredible and I recommend to everyone. Thank you Ed and I will keep watching for new episodes.
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This program centers on practical personal finance, investing, and retirement planning in a Canadian context. Episodes frequently cover the FIRE movement, tax strategy, housing finance, and long-horizon investing, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based approaches, real-world cash flow planning, and using leverage and tax shelters to optimize outcomes. A recurring theme is staying invested through volatility, balancing growth with risk management, and translating complex financial concepts into actionable steps for Canadians navigating taxes, CPP, pensions, and government programs. A standout aspect is the host's emphasis on data-driven planning and accessible explanations, making advanced planning concepts approachable for everyday savers... more
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