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The Lorne Park neighbourhood in Mississauga, Ontario is a wonderful place to live. Each episode, host Anuja Pereira interviews a difference maker from the community, who is helping make here such an incredible place to live. Tune in to hear the stories behind the people making up the fantastic communities of Lorne Park, Port Credit, Clarkson and the surrounding areas.
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In this episode we flipped the script and interviewed BTB Co-Host Dan McMullen. It is certain that a lifestyle advantage of being a teacher is having the summer months off. Many teachers take advantage of this and spend time lakeside at a family cottage. In this episode, Dan shares how he is helping cottagers navigate the new realities of cottage o…
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Lifestyle Design is not only about finances, but also about experiencing a life of freedom by trying to mitigate the unavoidable stresses in our lives. Teachers who are part of the "sandwich generation" are often handling the responsibilities of their children and aging parents. In this episode, Anuja tells about the ways in which she is working wi…
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Gabrielle McGill is a Teacher in York Region , and serves as a Head of a Guidance Department in a Secondary School. Gabrielle bought her first property in the early 2000s and after learning the benefits that comes with owning property, she continued as an investor since. During COVID, this busy mom of two boys was inspired to dive into real estate …
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Adam Buchnea attended summer camps as a kid and worked at them before becoming an Ontario teacher. He loved working with younger people and helping them develop In 2013, he and another Phys-Ed colleague turned their passion into a camp they named Rouge Valley Sports Camp. They now have multiple locations running and train and employ many counsellor…
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**** Follow us on Instagram and join our community on Facebook We are always looking for new guests from across the country. Do you know an educator who is on a journey of intentional lifestyle design and financial freedom outside the classroom? If so, email us at beyondthebellteachers@gmail.com Connect with us: Anuja: anuja@anujapereira.com Dan: d…
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In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the world of investments with the expertise of Chris Molder, a seasoned mortgage broker and Exempt Market Dealing Representative. Chris breaks down the complex differences between exempt and public markets, illuminating how educators can leverage these insights to grow their wealth. Discover the advantages …
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Peter Lount is committed to building processes and collaborations that bring a massive reduction to tax exposure for entrepreneurs & investors. The outcome is greater momentum and control to clients goals while building a true legacy aligned to family values and principles - all while not having to decide between spending a dollar now or saving for…
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Pura Vida. The Pure Life. Rob Break had a successful real estate career in Peterborough when he moved his young family to Costa Rica. Since then, Rob has learned much about the country and continues to work in real estate as an agent with KRAIN Luxury Real Estate. He has also helped facilitate purchases for Canadians wanting to invest in Costa Rica…
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For new or seasoned investors who want to avoid dealing with "tenants and toilets", but want to benefit from the appreciation real estate can offer, the Rent to Own investing strategy could fit the bill. In this episode, we sit down with David Pereira, of Rent to Grow Homes to learn about the structure of an RTO deal, the ways it can be Win-Win for…
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We are launching a series of interviews with EXPERTS. Where better to start than to talk mortgages with an experienced broker? Lorne Andrews, of Dominion Lending is featured in this episode and allows to us to learn more about the ins and outs of borrowing. In this episode, we discuss The reasons teachers are appealing to lenders The differences be…
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In the final part of our Buying a Rental Property Crash Course, we dive into maintaining your property, refinancing options, and exit strategies, If you have just finding us, head back to Episode 13 for the beginning of our four-part series. As always, reach out to either of us if you have questions or comments! **** Follow us on Instagram and join…
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One of the biggest hurdles to folks wanting to jump into real estate investment is TENTANTS. You may have read the horror story headlines of renters refusing to vacate, or have an uncle with an experience with a nightmare tenant. The reality is - this does not need to stop you. A huge percentage of landlords have never run into the these issues. Th…
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Check out this episode as we discuss the ACTION steps of getting into a buy and hold investment Making important decisions (location, max price point, vacant/tenanted properties, level of upfront repair, etc) The Numbers: How to analyze a deal by estimating rents and expenses Thinking about future potential Making the Offer: Considerations in buyin…
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If you've made it this far into our episodes and are ready to take the plunge into investing - we are giving you a 3-part crash course on buying your first rental property. In this episode we answer these questions: What are the three ways I make money with a buy and hold investment property? How much money do I need? Where do I get the money from?…
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Iain Durk starting diving deep into the way money functions when he witnessed the impact of the pandemic on the world's financial systems. Fascinated with the decentralized nature of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, he has joined an active community of like-minded individuals. In this episode, we sit down with Iain to learn more about his belief in this…
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Ron Esteban has a history of diving deep into new things - both in his teaching career and outside the classroom. Nearly two decades ago, he was inspired by some senior teachers in his department to started investing in real estate where he experienced some solid success. Fast forwarding to COVID, he was inspired to immerse himself in the world of …
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Imran Hasan has served in a wide range of service positions in various organizations across Mississauga. In this episode, we discuss the ways that Peel Crime Stoppers has evolved, and the extensive work they are doing across Peel Region. Information from the Episode Peel Crime Stoppers Website Connect with Imran: ihasan@tsoc.com Recent Events 3rd A…
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Judy Stewart is a seasoned teacher with the York District School Board. She has been holding onto a great idea for a business since she was 10 years old - and never took steps to make it a reality. During the pandemic, Judy finally took some action and has since built a business that has had success and is scaling at great pace. All this - with no …
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Stephen Dasko is a lifelong resident of the South Mississauga community and has witnessed decades of change in the area. He was first elected as the Ward 1 Councillor in 2018 and again in the last election. Stephen has also been a long-time volunteer in the community and is a proud member of such organizations as the Army Navy Airforce Veterans Clu…
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JT Tsui is from Markham Ontario where he lives with his wife and two children. After 15 years in the classroom, he left teaching where he was a High School Phys-ed teacher to pursue his passion in helping people outside the classroom. He serves clients as a personal and professional coach - centered around Bob Proctors teachings “Thinking Into Resu…
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Anuja Pereira was a teacher for 17 years and a Department Head in Alternative Programs and Student Success with the Peel District School Board. She lives in Mississauga with her husband and two daughters. In this episode, Anuja talks about having a very risk-averse mindset and her fear of investing in real estate. By getting educated, taking some a…
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Meet your HOST - Part 1 Dan McMullen is a teacher in the York Region District School Board and lives in Whitby, Ontario with his wife and 3 children. Dan really started to focus on lifestyle design in 2019, as he bought is first student rental. This first purchase set the stage for consistent action taking ever since. During this episode he discuss…
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Cyrus Gazdar has taught with the Peel District School Board for the past 24 years and is nearing the end of his successful career. In 2017, he bought his first investment property - once he realized that the amount he would earn from his pension would not be enough to cover the lifestyle he planned to have after teaching. Since then, he has bought …
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Susan Sun has been a teacher with the York Region District School Board since 2012. At the start of her teaching career she always had additional income streams to supplement the starting salary of a teacher. As her career progressed she began looking for additional ways to create the life she’s always envisioned. Susan got her real estate license …
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Scott Wilson lives in Markham, Ontario with his wife and two sons. He has been teaching since 2004 with the York Region District School Board. Scott's journey on creating passive income and lifestyle design began back in 2015, when he started investing in real estate, specifically in Hamilton, Ontario. At one point in time, Scott held as many as si…
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Mark Molder is a seasoned teacher with the Halton District School Board whose first experience with real estate investing in the early 2000s was not a good one. As a result, he avoided it for years, until he surrounded himself with the right people and has since experienced a lot of success with owning rental houses. His math background has also le…
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As a Past President and the current Convener of the First Shift Program with the Lorne Park Clarkson Hockey Association, Shawn Sandink knows a thing or two about one of Canada’s favourite sports. With three sons and a wife all involved in the program - they are the epitome of what is called a “Hockey Family”. In this episode, I chat with Shawn abou…
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In this episode, Dan and Anuja talk about the importance of defining goals - both short term and long term. What do you want your life to look like today? in 5 years? 10 years? 20 years? After hearing this, you should be able to answer the question: "What is your WHY?" **** Follow us on Instagram and join our community on Facebook We are always loo…
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In this episode, Dan and Anuja discuss some of the common financial questions that might be plaguing some Canadian teachers. The 2 big ones: 1. Do I have enough right now? 2. Will I have enough later? Dig into some of the things that might be holding you back: consider the hurdles of mindset and knowledge. They then take a look at the solution and …
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I am so excited to be starting off with the first episode of the year with one of the people who inspired me most in 2022. Shillann Rodrigues-Pena is a Clarkson resident, mother of 3 and in the eyes of myself and many others - a bit of a superwoman. Her incredible 8 year old daughter Rian was born with a rare condition called AADC Deficiency and th…
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When Bruce McIntosh’s son was diagnosed with Autism at a young age, their young family quickly learned the challenges with navigating the system to receive appropriate treatment for their son. With his background in government, Bruce was well armed to join the informal network of parents facing similar battles. Soon after, the Ontario Autism Coalit…
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If you are a Mississauga woman in business - Christine Hull is a name you should know. In addition to being owner of her own enterprise geared at supporting other companies - she founded two organizations that continue to change the experience of Mississauga women. She started the Mississauga & Area Women in Business Network as well as reviving and…
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Massimo Capra is known for his iconic moustache, delivering delicious Italian food and being a celebrity chef with incredible personality. Capra's Kitchen in Clarkson is a staple in the Mississauga restaurant scene and in this kickoff episode of Season 2, I chat with Chef Capra about his start in the industry, his favourite (secret) junk food indul…
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In 2014, local resident JT Wahlberg hit bottom with his drinking behaviours. Emerging from a hospital, he was determined to make a change in his life. He has not had a drink since that time and wrote about his experiences in a memoir called “I Forgot to Stay Sober” which is available as an audiobook or hard copy online and in bookstores. In this ep…
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With a background in management consulting and previous not-for-profit governance, Mike Giguere was a perfect fit to become the Chair of the Compass Food Bank and Outreach Centre. In today’s episode, we sit down to talk about his experiences in the role, the move to the new location, and the role of the Compass in this community. Information from t…
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Nancy Milton has lived in Lorne Park with her family for 17 years and has always had a passion for helping others. In the Fall of 2019, after seeing an online post seeking items for a woman moving from shelter to home - Nancy jumped into action. This act has now flourished into an incredible program called The Fresh Project. In just a short time, a…
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For many, the idea of having a successful business while creating positive impact is a dream scenario. For the staff at Options Mississauga - that is the dream they have turned into reality. From the outside, Options looks like a great printing store providing excellent customer service. However, what some may not see is that there is much more to …
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With the power of some tweets, and a few steps in between - Helen Filipe took her admiration for Oprah Winfrey to the next level - eventually meeting her idol and becoming an official ambassador for the Oprah Winfrey Network. With a background in education, a thriving new local business (Azul Educational Services) and a commitment to serving the pe…
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One part flannel, one part well-groomed beard and ALL personality - Louie J. Manzo has become an icon for small business owners in Mississauga. Upon a deeper look - this founder, owner and operator of CABIN: Barber and Gentlemen Supply Shop - is revealed as a lifelong entrepreneur, risk taker and a person dedicated to creating a sense of community …
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Today’s episode is all about the hustle. Marina V.K., in just her early 30s - is the incredible business mind behind Cadmen Barbershop. Starting from very little - her business acumen, coupled with the talent of her husband and partner Francis, has allowed them to attract and sustain other talented stylists and are now the go-to upscale barbershop …
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When thinking about how to kick off this podcast for 2022 - I cannot imagine a more appropriate guest than Matthew Douglas. His words inspire people to see differently, live more fully and see others in a different light. He is more than just a family man and the Lead Pastor of the Westedge Community Church. He is a mentor to many, a hugely talente…
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There is no question that one of real estate’s most recognizable symbols is the red, white and blue of the RE/MAX balloon. For Jodi Gilmour, it’s a symbol that has defined much of her life - first as a child of one of the city’s most prominent realtors - and as an adult as an agent and now co-owner of one of South Mississauga’s successful brokerage…
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There is no doubt that Battaglia’s Marketplace is one of the significant icons when anyone thinks of Lorne Park. On today’s episode, I sit down with owner Frank Battaglia to talk about the store’s opening in 2001, his approach to leadership and how they maintain their loyal customer base. This episode's Lorne Park Local Legends - The Residents of C…
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Welcome to the Lorne Park Living Podcast! Do you know someone from South Mississauga who would make a great guest on the show? Send your suggestion to lorneparkliving@gmail.com. Also, make sure to subscribe, rate and review! Do you know someone from South Mississauga who would make a great guest on the show? Send your suggestion to anuja@anujaperei…
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Growing up, many of us had that one teacher that we just could not wait to be in class with - that teacher that other kids told stories about and who we would excitedly wait to have as our very own. For many Lorne Park Public School students, that person is Grade 5 Teacher and Librarian Matt Shchukovsky - also known as Mr. S. Known for being funny,…
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For a lot of Lorne Park residents, Tony Morra is their go-to hair stylist when wanting to look and feel great. This owner of Tony Morra's Hair & Spa has recently played out his lifelong dream of owning a pizzeria. In today’s episode, I get to learn about his training under some of the greats, some of his favourite memories of travelling the world f…
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