AM I RICH YET?

Episode #26: Wrap-Up: Key Takeaways on Insurance and Wealth Secrets

Episode #26 of the 'Am I Rich Yet' podcast-In the final episode of the Am I Rich Yet? podcast, co-hosts Georgia, a Gen Z MBA student, and Rob, a recently retired financial advisor, discuss various types of insurance, including term, whole life, universal life, disability, and critical illness insurance. They explain when and why these insurances are necessary, particularly for different life stages and situations. The episode also concludes their 26-episode series with a summary of the '10 Steps to Building Wealth', touching upon key personal finance strategies. The hosts reflect on their experiences, challenges, and favourite moments of creating the podcast. They also acknowledge the behind-the-scenes contributors who helped bring the podcast to life.

Episode #25: Investments to Inheritance - Your Money Questions Answered

Episode #25 of the 'Am I Rich Yet' podcast, co-hosted by Georgia and Rob, addresses listener questions on finance, discussing investment diversification amid U.S. political instability and emphasizing the importance of a diversified portfolio. They address spending habits, saving mechanisms, and the psychology behind spending, stressing the importance of living within or below one's means. The episode also discusses the value of financial advisors, managing inherited money in relationships, and the necessity of a solid investment policy statement, advising against chasing hot investment trends and attempts to 'beat the system.

Episode #24: The Real Deal with GDP, Recessions, and Your Investments

Episode #24 of the 'Am I Rich Yet' podcast features Georgia and Rob discussing GDP, recessions, unemployment rates, inflation, interest rates, trade surpluses/deficits, and retail sales. Rob advises against using these indicators for investment decisions, emphasizing the importance of global diversification. The episode also addresses the impact on the Canadian market and provides affordable financial news sources.

Episode #23: Financial Advice to Action: Transforming Income Potential

Episode #23 of the 'Am I Rich Yet' podcast, hosted by Georgia Gen Z, an MBA student, and her retired financial advisor father, Rob, discusses strategies to grow one's income. They emphasize redefining success by focusing on personal happiness rather than just income. Rob shares advice from his career, including prioritizing tasks given by a boss, being proactive in the office, leveraging company benefits, and aligning with company values. They discuss the impact of AI on job markets and emphasize the value of advice from older generations. The podcast aims to help millennials and Gen Zs make informed financial decisions.

Episode #22: Advisor Insights: When to Seek Their Help

Episode #22 of the 'Am I Rich Yet' podcast, hosts Georgia and her father, Rob, discuss whether hiring a financial advisor is necessary. They explore different types of financial advice, including DIY investing, robo-advisors, bank advisors, full-service financial advisors, and fee-for-service advisors, detailing the pros and cons of each. They emphasize factors such as fees, quality of advice, and personal needs. They also answer a listener's question about investing via online platforms and suggest strategies for beginners.