In this special takeover episode, Alfonso trades seats and lets his wife Helene run the show. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like living with the “Godfather of Real Estate,” this is your backstage pass. They unpack Alfonso’s honest (and very human) morning routine, why he guards home as a work-free sanctuary, how a Reader’s Digest feature nudged him from private to public, and the philosophy that still gets him out of bed when he doesn’t have to.

You’ll hear about conquering a fear of heights with one monumental leap, why he’d consider orbit (but not the first ticket to Mars), the five places on his travel bucket list, the superpower he’d choose (and why it beats every other one), parenting wins, building a marriage that multiplies momentum, and—yes—his guilty-pleasure TV universe. It’s vulnerable, practical, funny, and full of takeaways on designing a life that keeps expanding.

What you’ll learn

A realistic, no-hype morning routine that still powers high output

The path from private upbringing to public mission—and how audience = impact

Using fear as a compass (and why action beats anxiety)

The “expansion” mindset: grow or die—and how to keep creating after “enough”

Partner dynamics: dividing roles at home to multiply results in business

Alfonso’s mantra: “Success is what you attract by the person you become.”

👤 Host: Helene (guest host)
🎙 Guest: Alfonso Cuadra
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Mortgage pro, builder, and investor Jennifer Champion joins Alfonso to unpack her leap from Vancouver Island to Edmonton, scaling from live-in renos to 10 doors in 3 months, and how she now helps investors structure CMHC MLI Select financing for 6–10 unit infill projects. Jennifer shares the family strategy that lets her sprint (shout-out to Seth), the unexpected origin story running a salon & distribution company, and practical advice for getting your spouse on board, choosing an investor-focused broker, and underwriting the next deal—not just the first.

What you’ll learn

→Spotting out-of-province opportunities (hello, New Brunswick) and acting despite uncertainty

→Why Edmonton’s energy, affordability, and zoning updates make it a builder’s market

→The ABCs of MLI Select (how she underwrites for qualification before you buy)

→Real talk on partnerships, parenting, and momentum as an entrepreneur

Guest — Jennifer Champion

Mortgage Broker • Builder • Investor

Connect with Jennifer: https://lendcity.ca/jennifer-champion/

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Bed bugs, roaches, mice… and cash flow. In this Wealth Genius episode, Alfonso sits down with Christian Gilbert, an exterminator and real estate investor, to unpack the true cost of pest infestations in multifamily buildings and the fastest, most reliable ways to fix them.

Christian shares how a 2012 bed bug crisis pushed him to launch his own pest-control operations and a specialty “last-resort” service (888 SOS BUGS) that treats entire units, and even whole buildings, using high-temperature thermal remediation. We dig into why chemicals often fail (egg survival and resistance), how re-introductions happen even after a “successful” treatment, and why owner control (including enforcing prep, sealing building penetrations, and, when necessary, evictions) is critical to protect NOI.

Contact: 888-SOS-BUGS (888sosbugs.com)

If you own or manage rentals, this episode can save you tens of thousands…and a lot of sleepless nights.

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In this inspiring episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra sits down with Denise and Stuart MacPherson, seasoned real estate investors, educators, and founders of SDM Capital Trust.

Their journey is nothing short of remarkable. After divorces and financial setbacks, Denise and Stuart rebuilt their lives by diving into real estate investing at retirement age. From their very first RRSP mortgage deal to scaling into multi-million-dollar developments, they’ve built an 8-figure portfolio and now teach Canadians how to unlock the hidden potential of their registered funds.

They share:

- How they transformed severance pay and RRSPs into wealth-building tools

- Why banks don’t want you to know about private lending strategies

- How they created SDM Capital Trust to offer both debt and equity opportunities

- The importance of mindset, fear, and finding purpose in your later years

Whether you’re an experienced investor or just getting started, this conversation is packed with practical strategies and motivation to take control of your financial future.

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In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra sits down with Mike Chadha, Kiran Kaur, and Srihari Padhy for a powerful discussion on immigration, opportunity, real estate, and the future of Canada.

We dive into what makes Canada unique as a land of opportunity, why Edmonton and Alberta are attracting massive investment right now, and how the “silver tsunami” of aging baby boomers is creating one of the biggest opportunities in history in the senior care space.

The guests share personal stories of their immigrant journeys, the mindset shifts that helped them succeed, and why equality and opportunity are what draw people to Canada. From Alberta’s booming economy to the rising demand for care homes, this conversation explores how investors can position themselves to win in the next decade.

We also touch on politics, leadership, and mindset—highlighting why success doesn’t depend on who’s in power, but on how you adapt, anticipate change, and seize opportunities.

Whether you’re an investor, entrepreneur, or just curious about Canada’s future, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and strategies to help you thrive.

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In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, host Alonso Cuadra sits down with Chad Griffiths, author of Industrialize and host of The Industrial Real Estate Show, to break down the opportunities, challenges, and future trends in industrial real estate.

From managing $25K/month vacancy risks to leveraging triple-net leases, Chad explains why this niche is both rewarding and risky - and why the shift toward e-commerce, ghost kitchens, and direct-to-consumer models could make industrial the most important asset class of the next decade.

Chad shares the story of how he went from knowing nothing about warehouses to owning over 160,000 sq. ft. of industrial space, and why location, market understanding, and tenant quality are critical for long-term success.

If you’ve ever wondered how to diversify your portfolio beyond multifamily, or you’re curious about how our “everything delivered” economy is reshaping the property landscape, this conversation is for you.

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In this inspiring episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra sits down with BC Realtor and real estate investor Kelly Raabe to discuss her incredible journey from starting over after a devastating divorce to building a thriving real estate portfolio.

Kelly shares how she turned one investment condo into a wealth-building machine, the power of strategic renovations, and why knowing your market — down to the neighborhood level — can unlock hidden opportunities. She also dives deep into today’s British Columbia housing market, revealing the most undervalued areas right now and where smart investors should focus.

📌 Listen, learn, and get ready to take your next step in real estate.

Contact Kelly: https://sothebysrealty.ca/en/the-kelly-raabe-group/

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In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra sits down with Calvin Hexter, Realtor, investor, and founder of RECON — one of Canada's fastest-growing real estate investor conferences.

They dive into:

• What makes Edmonton one of the hottest real estate markets in Canada
• Why Calvin launched RECON (and how it sold out with no date announced)
• His mission to make real estate education more accessible for every experience level
• How intentional networking can shape your investing journey
• And why progress is the key to both personal fulfillment and financial success

If you're looking for impact, inspiration, and intentional growth in real estate, this is the episode for you.

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