In this episode of the WealthGenius Podcast, host Alfonso Cuadra gives you an inside look at what’s coming at the highly anticipated EXPAND Investor Conference — one of the largest real estate events in North America.

Taking place in Ottawa from May 1–3, EXPAND brings together top investors, industry leaders, and entrepreneurs from across the country for three days of high-level networking, education, and opportunity.

In this episode, Alfonso breaks down what attendees can expect — from powerful keynote speakers and real-world investing strategies to the connections that can accelerate your growth in real estate.

Whether you’re just getting started or already scaling your portfolio, this episode will give you a preview of why EXPAND is a can’t-miss event.

👇 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What makes EXPAND one of the top real estate conferences in North America
• The types of investors and speakers you’ll connect with
• Key topics that will be covered throughout the event
• How networking at the right level can change your business
• Why events like this can fast-track your growth as an investor

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In this episode of the WealthGenius Podcast, host Alfonso Cuadra sits down with Chul and Katherine — a young couple from Vancouver who are taking their first steps into the world of real estate investing.

Coming from traditional 9–5 careers, they share their journey of joining the WealthGenius community and making the decision to pursue financial freedom through multifamily real estate.

Together, they discuss the mindset shifts required to get started, the challenges of entering today’s market, and why they’re actively searching for opportunities across Canada.

This episode is a real look into what it takes to go from employee to investor — and the early stages of building momentum.

👇 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What inspired them to transition from a 9–5 into real estate
• The biggest challenges new investors face when starting out
• Why they chose multifamily investing as their strategy
• How being part of a community accelerates growth
• What they’re looking for as they search for deals across Canada

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In this episode of the WealthGenius Podcast, host Alfonso Cuadra sits down with renowned investor and educator Patrick Francey to unpack the evolving world of money, currency, and precious metals.

Together, they dive deep into how the global financial system is shifting — and why assets like gold and silver are becoming increasingly important in today’s economic climate.

From the history of currency to the impact of inflation and monetary policy, this conversation explores the bigger picture of wealth preservation and what investors need to understand moving forward.

If you’ve ever questioned the future of money or where to store your wealth, this episode will challenge the way you think.

👇 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why precious metals like gold and silver still matter today

• How currency has evolved over time

• The impact of inflation on your purchasing power

• What’s driving global financial uncertainty

• How investors can protect and grow their wealth in changing times

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In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, host Alfonso Cuadra sits down with Devin and Tracie investor duo from the WealthGenius community to discuss what’s really happening in Alberta’s real estate market right now.

Together, they break down why more investors are shifting their attention toward cities like Edmonton and Calgary — and how changing market conditions are creating new opportunities for investors who are paying attention.

From economic fundamentals to on-the-ground investor experiences, this conversation dives into what’s driving momentum in Alberta and why many investors believe this region could continue to outperform other Canadian markets.

Whether you're an active investor or just exploring new markets, this episode offers real insights into how today’s investors are navigating the current landscape.

👇 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why Alberta continues attracting investors from across Canada
• Key trends shaping the real estate markets in Edmonton and Calgary
• How community and mentorship accelerate investor growth
• What new investors should understand before entering these markets
• The importance of taking action in changing market cycles

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In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alonso sits down with Ray Punn — a capital markets expert in private equity who helped scale a Canadian real estate platform to $2 billion in assets under management.

Ray breaks down what’s really happening in Canadian real estate right now — from the rise of multi-residential investing to the condo oversupply situation and why private REITs are attracting serious capital.

We cover:

• Why Canada is becoming a renter nation
• Why smart money is shifting from condos to multi-res
• The difference between public vs private REITs
• How institutional investors evaluate deals
• The power of active management (25+ value-creation levers)
• Tax-efficient investment structures most investors don’t understand
• Why diversification still matters — even in private equity
• Ray’s personal mantra: “Go All In”

If you’re a real estate investor, capital allocator, or someone looking to understand where the next wave of opportunity is — this episode is packed with insight.

Connect with Ray: https://lankin.com/ray-punn/

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🎟️ Wealth Expo LA is coming FAST — Feb 28 and this special panel episode is your behind-the-scenes preview of what’s happening, who’s speaking, and what you’ll learn.

In this episode, Alfonso and Thomas break down the speaker lineup, the real estate strategies being covered (wholesaling, commercial, property management, multifamily, capital raising, out-of-state investing + more), and why this event is built to be action-first, not fluff.

You’ll also hear directly from several speakers about what they’re teaching — including start-to-finish wholesaling systems, commercial deal breakdowns, tenant + vacancy strategies for 2026, and why proximity + networking can change everything.

✅ Bonus: They share a special promo code that drops tickets to $10 (and you can bring a guest).

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In this unforgettable episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, host Alonso Cuadra sits down with entrepreneur and adventurer Pete Luckett at a breathtaking retreat in the Azores.

Pete shares the remarkable story behind building a farm-to-table retreat from a near-ruin on the edge of the Atlantic, how intuition guided major life decisions, and why the joy of entrepreneurship isn’t the finish line — it’s the building itself.

The conversation spans Pete’s global journey: leaving school at 15, building and selling businesses, immigrating to Canada, growing a company from $300 to 500 employees, and eventually founding one of Nova Scotia’s most successful wineries — all while staying rooted in customer experience, personal brand, and human connection.

This episode is less about tactics — and more about how great businesses, unforgettable experiences, and meaningful lives are actually built.

👇 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why Pete chose an off-the-radar island to build a world-class retreat
  
  
  
• How intuition and timing shaped major investments
  
  
  
• What it really takes to build something from nothing
  
  
  
• Why customer experience beats business plans
  
  
  

The power of personal brand and hospitality in a digital world

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In this special live edition of the Wealth Genius Podcast, host Alonso Cuadra sits down with Natasha Phipps, founder of Fix Real Estate Group and co-founder of Wellshare, to break down what’s really driving opportunity in Alberta - and how investors can build both security and wealth in today’s market.

Natasha shares her journey from country roots to becoming an integrated real estate operator, combining active investing, passive real estate, property management, and education under one ecosystem. She explains why Alberta’s current boom feels fundamentally different from past cycles, how diversification has reshaped Calgary’s economy, and why following people and dollars matters more than headlines.

This episode also dives deep into accessibility in investing - including why Natasha launched a $5,000 minimum private REIT, how real estate can act as a security blanket (not just a wealth tool), and the importance of integrity, alignment, and never cutting corners when building long-term success.

Whether you’re an active investor, passive investor, or just trying to protect your financial future, this conversation offers a grounded, real-world perspective on where opportunity actually lives right now.

👇 Topics covered include:

• Why Alberta’s housing market is booming (and why this time is different)
• Building an integrated real estate business model
• Active vs passive investing — and why both matter
• Making real estate investing accessible to more people
• Using real estate to create financial security
• Integrity, leadership, and long-term thinking in investing

📍 Recorded live at the Expand Investor Conference
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