Robert R. Brown

Personal finance writer, speaker and bestselling author of Wealthing Like Rabbits. Butter tart aficionado. Wannabe astronaut. Deep thoughts by...

[Robert R. Brown @WealthingRabbit]

All day long.

[Robert R. Brown @WealthingRabbit]

Thanks so much for the mention Dave. It really means a lot to me!

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This is my dog earred and much highlighted copy of Dave Chilton's (@wealthy_barber) first book, The Wealthy Barber. I realize I'm not the first person to say this however it's hard for me to express the huge impact this book has had on me over the years.

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So, when I heard that Dave had written a completely updated, "next generation" version of this classic, I immediately ordered some copies...which arrived on my doorstep yesterday.

Imagine my surprise (shock) when I got to Chapter 5.

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@robintaub @scotmanb @wealthy_barber @preetbanerjee Doo-Doo's bakery in Baileyboro near Peterborough makes a great tart. My go-to in cottage country is the general store and bakery in Cardiff.

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@robintaub @scotmanb @wealthy_barber First up, just listened to the podcast. You're right @preetbanerjee is a tough act to follow but you nailed it. Great insights, as always.

Now for the important stuff. My tastes lean towards "plain" butter tarts but a couple of raisins won't stop me from eating them.

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The two smartest guys in personal finance today. (I'm a Leafs fan so I'm not even on the list.)

[David Chilton @wealthy_barber]

Why we're iffy on rental real estate right now. What do you think?

Episode #1 of the podcast with @preetbanerjee out next week!

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@BoomerandEcho @fsmontenegro @MarkMcGrathCFP @LichtmanSamuel @FP_Collective_ @evanneufeld @JasonWattBCC @benjaminfelix @CameronPassmore @LoonieDoctor @DanSolin @aphallam *Blushes. (Thanks Robb).

[David Chilton @wealthy_barber]

I know you're busy but please take a moment to watch this video. And share it far and wide! It's the official announcement of our new initiative aimed at helping Canadians to manage their money better. Much better.

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@wealthy_barber As he dispenses the updated lessons, Roy also throws in some retirement advice for Tom, Cathy, and Dave (older, wiser, and now a Leafs fan) who tags along. Sadly, Clyde and James are no longer with us but now there's a former mutual fund salesman hanging around. :) 2/2

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@wealthy_barber Excellent idea! Roy finally decides to hang up his scissors but before he does, Tom and Cathy bring their kids in (c’mon we all know they hooked up) to learn the lessons Roy taught them thirty-some years ago. …1/2

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@doughoyes Nice. I'm still picking tomatoes and beans at the cottage.

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@LarryBatesBTB @ellenroseman @JonChevreau @BoomerandEcho @SpringPlans @BurnYrMortgage @myownadvisor @67Dodge Congratulations Larry on the well deserved success of your outstanding book!

[Larry Bates @LarryBatesBTB]

Published 5 years ago today, "Beat the Bank" continues to help tens of thousands of Canadians invest smarter. To all those who have supported the book and spread the word, thank you!!! @ellenroseman @JonChevreau @BoomerandEcho @SpringPlans @BurnYrMortgage @myownadvisor @67Dodge

[Hugh Jackman @RealHughJackman]

Happy cheat meal to me!! Noooo! I did not share. And, I’m not sorry. #wafflehousenorwich https://t.co/tHWU3SnRRz

[Jen Albert @jenralbert]

I’m so excited to be working with meteorologist Mark Robinson on his new book!

[Robert R. Brown @WealthingRabbit]

I can't believe hockey season is over already.

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Toronto area LCBOs prepare for a spike in sales tomorrow.
#Leafs

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For the Leafs to win the Stanley Cup.

Right @POTUS?

[President Biden Archived @POTUS46Archive]

The same fundamental aspirations reverberate across both the United States and Canada.

To live in freedom – with dignity.
To relentlessly pursue the possibilities of tomorrow.
To leave for our children and grandchildren a future that is better because of our efforts.

[Mark McGrath @MarkMcGrathCFP]

Most people don't need:

- leverage
- fancy insurance policies
- exotic investment strategies
- tax schemes

They need to:

- increase savings rates
- invest appropriately
- use TFSAs and RRSPs
- pay down debt
- buy cheap term insurance

Do that and you're 90% of the way there.

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Plus I'm gonna tell @_sewwhat when she gets home that I did it.

Everybody wins.

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In other economic news, two tweens knocked on my door today asking if they could shovel my driveway for $20.

You bet.