There is financial hope and freedom for Canadians to discover in 2024 and on episode #360 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb” the co-hosts encourage listeners with the possibilities as they put sound financial habits into practice. Hope and freedom can even come before all debts are paid off because of renewed thinking and behaviour around money. To receive encouragement for the year ahead, tune in to today’s show which is sponsored by Financial Planner Joanne Jehu. Joanne helps clients with...
Jan 05, 2024
As 2023 comes to an end, Dave shares his process of slowing down after the intensity of the Ottawa real estate market through the pandemic years. On episode #359 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”, the co-hosts tell listeners about their experiences and the rhythms of this past season of their lives, as well as how important it is to follow God’s leading, especially through changing financial seasons. Dave and Reb also share their favourite podcast episodes of 2023, and you don’t want to mi...
Dec 29, 2023
God is with us. This is the Christmas message Dave and Reb explore on episode #358 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”. While many of us struggle with stumped hopes at this time of year, listeners are encouraged to remember that the seed of God came at a time of great challenge and despair. Jesus came as a branch of hope. They remind all of us that we can walk in His peace and contentment as we know He is with us, release our anxiety to Him, and then turn our hearts to thanksgiving. Listen t...
Dec 22, 2023
Not too many people like to think about tax season during the month of December, but on episode #357, Dave and Reb gently get listeners thinking about CRA and tax time by introducing the More Than Enough tax team. Stephen Tibben, Destiny Johnson, and Bron Vasic share their thoughts on “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb” about their love for numbers and for people, and the need to have a trusted team to help navigate tax responsibilities. Listen to today’s episode sponsored by Financial Disciple...
Dec 15, 2023
How have our encounters with God impacted our wallets? This is the question that Dave and Reb dig into with Rev. Ray Borg from Financial Discipleship Canada on episode #356 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”. Together they look at the story of Jacob and his encounter with God found in Genesis 28, alongside the generous journey and gifts of the Magi that we celebrate during this Christmas season. Listen to today’s episode sponsored by Financial Discipleship Canada and notmine.ca—a ministry t...
Dec 08, 2023
To hunker down means to get yourself comfortable in a place or situation and stay in that position for a while. On "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb" episode #355, the co-hosts suggest re-thinking Christmas spending and making a plan so that you don’t take a year to pay it off. As they share the latest statistics on 2022 Christmas spending that is still seeing one quarter of Canadians paying off that debt a year later, they encourage listeners to hunker down into the plan and stick with it. To...
Dec 01, 2023
It's Black Friday and Dave and Reb aren't talking shopping! On episode #354 of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb", the co-hosts discuss the benefits and drawbacks of reverse mortgages. Started in the U.S. in 1961, today, this borrowing product continues to be an option for people who want to stay in their home as long as they can, or may not have the income to support their current mortgage. Dave and Reb look at some of the specific criteria needed to obtain a reverse mortgage on today’s show ...
Nov 24, 2023
Did you know that 49 per cent of Canadians have reported being the target of a recent fraud scheme? Today on episode #353 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”, the co-hosts discuss the issue to raise awareness about how prevalent they are. From identity theft and debit-credit card fraud, to online, door-to-door and phone scams, Canadians are being targeted. Tune in and learn some tips and safeguards against fraud schemes. To learn more about fraud or to report a scam, go to the Canadian Anti-...
Nov 17, 2023
How much is enough? You might find yourself with some financial excess at the close of this year, and Dave and Reb, along with their guest financial planner Tim Jenkins, are encouraging listeners to look at their giving and generosity plan as Canadians head into the last stretch of 2023. Not only are they talking about giving generously of finances, but also time, talent, resources, and expertise. Listen to episode #352 to learn more on this show sponsored by More Than Enough Financial—a financi...
Nov 10, 2023
When it comes to taxes, planning, and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), there is a great need for understanding and awareness when it comes to end-of-life estate planning. So to help navigate how taxation affects Canadians after death, financial planner Tim Jenkins joins Dave and Reb on episode #351 of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb". They uncover the issues and offer some alternatives to paying a potentially large tax bill. Listen in to learn more on this show sponsored by More Than Enough ...
Nov 03, 2023
“The currency of heaven is not a dollar bill, but human hearts.” And so friend and pastor Jon Ruby speaks to the solution of addiction in the second of a two-part series on “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”. On episode #350, the pastor of Ottawa's Union City Church brings a message of challenge and hope discussing the critical issues around addiction and the not-so-simple solution of abandoning one’s life to Christ. You don’t want to miss the invitation to work through the Ashes to Rubies lif...
Oct 27, 2023
On today's episode #349 of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb", friend and pastor Jon Ruby from Ottawa's Union City Church, brings a message of hope to listeners as the co-hosts discuss issues of addiction and how it relates to the stressful financial climate many people are experiencing. You won't want to miss their conversation or the invitation to work through the Ashes to Rubies life-giving course that you can access for free just because you have listened to this episode. For the link refe...
Oct 20, 2023
Automate. Automate. Automate. Dave and Reb have an enlightening conversation on episode #348 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb” as they look at automating payments for everything from taxes to retirement savings to paying down debt. Automating payments is a built in commitment according to Dave and is one way to keep yourself on track with financial responsibilities. Listen to today’s episode sponsored by Financial Discipleship Canada and notmine.ca—a ministry to the body of Christ that voi...
Oct 13, 2023
Happy Thanksgiving weekend from “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”! On episode #347, Rev. Ray Borg from Financial Discipleship Canada joins the co-hosts to talk about how financial giving releases a spirit of thanksgiving within ourselves and within the community we live in. Looking at 2 Corinthians 8 and 9, they discuss how believers in the early church gave sacrificially but with much joy. Listen to today’s episode sponsored by Financial Discipleship Canada and notmine.ca—a ministry to the b...
Oct 06, 2023
Cash stuffing, cash wallets, the envelope system. All three of these budgeting tool descriptions reflect the time-tested method of withdrawing cash, setting it aside in marked envelopes in different categories, and then only spending the money you’ve allocated for each. On episode #346 of Let’s Talk Money, Dave and Reb encourage listeners to put their credit cards on ice and get in touch with cash, by trying the cash stuffing method. Recently, on CTV Ottawa morning, Dave was asked to talk about ...
Sep 29, 2023
The Rule of 72 is Einstein's simple shortcut to figure out how long it takes for an interest-compounded value to double. On episode #345 of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb", the co-hosts talk about how the Rule of 72 affects debt, and how it can be a motivator for us to get out of debt. Today’s show is sponsored by More Than Enough Financial—a financial coaching, tax, and mortgage company empowering people to find hope and freedom as they effectively manage their finances one day at a time. ...
Sep 22, 2023
How do we navigate the need to plan for the future without presuming on the future? What is the difference between the two? On episode #344 of "Let's Talk Money with Dave and Reb", the co-hosts tackle this subject looking at verses found in James 4 and Luke 12. Tune in to hear more. Today’s show is sponsored by More Than Enough Financial—a financial coaching, tax, and mortgage company empowering people to find hope and freedom as they effectively manage their finances one day at a time. To order...
Sep 15, 2023
So what will it take for you to become rich? On episode #343 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”, the co-hosts dig into the topic of riches with Rev. Ray Borg from notmine.ca. Looking at the church of Laodicea in Revelation 3, they talk about the economic strength of the city in ancient times, and how its prosperity brought a false sense of security and well-being. They encourage listeners to draw close to God to hear Him knocking at the door of their hearts and lives in these uncertain days...
Sep 08, 2023
There is a lot of talk about financial resilience these days, so Dave and Reb join the conversation on episode #342 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”. They also remind listeners to slow down, pay attention, and make a plan when it comes to everyday financial decisions. With school starting and fall and winter expenditures coming, making a plan and saving now will help build strong financial muscle. To hear more of their conversation tune in to this episode. Today’s show is sponsored by Mor...
Sep 01, 2023
Episode #341 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”, is the second of a two part series with Ottawa financial advisor Brent Vandermeer. On both shows, they talk about the importance of making a plan—planning that’s wrapped around purpose—and how looking for a quick fix to build wealth is not the answer. They dig into the importance of educating yourself and taking responsibility for your investing journey, as well as understanding your risk tolerance. Brent offers wisdom and tips that will help...
Aug 25, 2023
Episode #340 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”, is the first of a two part series with Ottawa financial advisor Brent Vandermeer. On both shows, they talk about the importance of making a plan—planning that’s wrapped around purpose—and how looking for a quick fix to build wealth is not the answer. They dig into the importance of educating yourself and taking responsibility for your investing journey, as well as understanding your risk tolerance. Brent offers wisdom and tips that will help ...
Aug 18, 2023
Jesus taught us to pray: “give us this day our daily bread”. On today’s Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb, the co-hosts explore daily bread praying with guest Rev. Ray Borg. They remind listeners that each of us is valuable and precious to God, and consequently He cares about the smallest details of our lives. Bringing our financial needs and concerns to God is simply an outflow of that care and love. Listen to their discussion on today’s episode #339 which is sponsored by Financial Discipleshi...
Aug 11, 2023
On episode #338 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”, the co-hosts continue some of the themes from the previous show. They tackle a few more questions from More Than Enough (MTE) financial clients, but they also discuss the challenges of “financial advice giving”. Listen to today’s episode sponsored by Financial Discipleship Canada and notmine.ca—a ministry to the body of Christ that voices and encourages dialogue and new conversations regarding finance and our discipleship to Christ. To lea...
Aug 04, 2023
Do you think God is interested in your comfort? What if He is not as interested as you are? On episode #336 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”, the co-hosts look at how pursuing ease and comfort can lead us into financial trouble. Always going after the comfortable life can be doing more harm than good, especially as it can feed a lack of motivation, purpose and meaning in our lives. Conversely, people who face life’s adversities without running from them, are able to build perseverance and...
Jul 28, 2023
Do you think God is interested in your comfort? What if He is not as interested as you are? On episode #336 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”, the co-hosts look at how pursuing ease and comfort can lead us into financial trouble. Always going after the comfortable life can be doing more harm than good, especially as it can feed a lack of motivation, purpose and meaning in our lives. Conversely, people who face life’s adversities without running from them, are able to build perseverance and...
Jul 21, 2023
Struggles and hardships can often be the birthplace of new and creative initiatives. On episode #335 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”, the co-hosts welcome Pat Dunn of the Senior Women Living Together (SWLT) network, as she shares the story of how her struggle to find a place to live, turned into something beyond what she imagined. Today, she shares how she is helping dozens of women find affordable housing across Ontario. Less than five years old, SWLT is connecting older women who are i...
Jul 14, 2023
When Dave and Reb plan out their podcast topics, they usually have an idea of where their conversation will take them. But on today’s “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb” episode #334, their surprising discussion takes them from stewards who watch and wait for the King to return, to discovering the road of blessing even in the midst of high interest and inflation rates. Tune in to listen to the show which is sponsored by More Than Enough Financial—a financial coaching, tax, and mortgage company ...
Jul 07, 2023
It’s almost Canada Day, and Dave and Reb continue the conversation with guest Tanya Prinsep as they uncover the beauty of hospitality, on episode #333 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb.” They all agree that while the gift of hospitality spoken of in scripture is a precious calling, each follower of Christ can learn to be kind, loving, open, and welcoming to others. It might look different from person to person, just as it has for decades as Canadians have welcomed immigrants and shaped the ...
Jun 30, 2023
How can hospitality direct your everyday decisions? On today's episode #332 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”, the co-hosts welcome friend and colleague Tanya Prinsep to share the story of how hospitality has shaped her life. “The attitude of hospitality is about embracing, loving, and accepting people,” Tanya says. “People different from us are to be welcomed, not feared or ignored.” Amongst the many definitions and scriptural examples of hospitality, the foundation is love—always about s...
Jun 23, 2023
Join guest Rev. Ray Borg on episode #331 of “Let’s Talk Money with Dave and Reb”, as they continue their discussion on what it means to live and seek the Kingdom of God, especially in your finances. Not only do they talk about sowing financial seed into people and organizations, they talk about receiving the seed of God’s word and purposes in our lives, and living from that place of God’s care and provision. Tune in to hear her story which today is sponsored by Financial Discipleship Canada and ...
Jun 16, 2023
