Thinking about buying your first home in 2025? Whether it’s your own place, a rental property, or a house hack, this episode shows you exactly how to make it happen in today’s Canadian market.

Rock Star coach Mike Desormeaux and BM Select mortgage expert Dan Patton break down the First Home Savings Account and RRSP Home Buyers’ Plan, what lenders actually look for when approving mortgages, and the most common ways Canadians are coming up with down payments through co-signers, gifted equity, and creative financing.

They share their take on fixed versus variable rates, how to qualify with house hacking, why real estate in Canada continues to build wealth, and what kind of returns you can realistically expect.

You’ll also hear their candid outlook on the market and predictions for the year ahead. If you want a clear, no-fluff roadmap for getting into the market in 2025, this episode delivers.

Mauricio Di Bartolomeo grew up in Venezuela, lived through hyperinflation and authoritarian rule, and saw firsthand what happens when money and freedom disappear.

In this episode, he explains why people and companies are leaving Canada, the rise of stablecoins, Bitcoin-backed lending, and how a new digital financial system is forming right in front of us.

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What does it really take to build wealth and financial freedom? Lesley-Anne Scorgie—personal finance columnist at the Toronto Star, bestselling author of Rich by 30, and one of Canada’s most recognized money experts—shares her journey from buying Canada Savings Bonds at age 10 to becoming a millionaire by 28.

We dig into the habits that actually move the needle, why behaviour always beats spreadsheets, and how defining your why can completely transform your relationship with money. If you’re looking for a fresh perspective on building financial security and true freedom, this is a must-listen.

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