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Alfonso Cuadra
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Strategies for building wealth through real estate, specifically in the Multifamily space. 

  1. From $300 to 500 Employees: An Entrepreneur’s Wild Journey with Pete Luckett | Ep 89

    FEB 6

    From $300 to 500 Employees: An Entrepreneur’s Wild Journey with Pete Luckett | Ep 89

    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 The ultimate real estate education platform awaits you! Find out more here: https://www.wealthgenius.ai/ Check out our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wealthgenius Follow WealthGenius on social media: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthgenius Facebook https://facebook.com/wealthgenius Instgram https://instagram.com/wealthgeniushq Twitter https://twitter.com/wealthgeniushq

    22 min
  2. Why Alberta’s Real Estate Boom Is Different This Time | Ep 88

    JAN 31

    Why Alberta’s Real Estate Boom Is Different This Time | Ep 88

    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 modelActive vs passive investing — and why both matterMaking real estate investing accessible to more peopleUsing real estate to create financial securityIntegrity, leadership, and long-term thinking in investing📍 Recorded live at the Expand Investor Conference  🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on real estate, mindset, and wealth-building  📅 Learn more about upcoming events: https://wealthgenius.ai/events The ultimate real estate education platform awaits you! Find out more here: https://www.wealthgenius.ai/ Check out our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wealthgenius Follow WealthGenius on social media: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthgenius Facebook https://facebook.com/wealthgenius Instgram https://instagram.com/wealthgeniushq Twitter https://twitter.com/wealthgeniushq

    10 min
  3. How to Choose the RIGHT Partners in Real Estate (After a Nightmare Deal) | Ep 87

    JAN 23

    How to Choose the RIGHT Partners in Real Estate (After a Nightmare Deal) | Ep 87

    On this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alonso Cuadra sits down with Karen Wilson to talk about what real estate investing really looks like behind the scenes - the wins, the setbacks, and the mindset shifts that turn “almost quitting” into long-term momentum. Karen shares her origin story, including a shocking early experience involving a fraudulent real estate investing circle, and the biggest lesson it taught her: who you work with matters. From there, she breaks down how she rebuilt her approach, structured early deals with friends (before she even knew what a JV was), and how she’s grown into multiple projects across markets like Prescott and Calgary. They also get into what it’s like investing as a couple, how Karen pushed past discomfort to start showing up on social media, and the unexpected opportunities that came from simply taking action. Plus: a fun “elephant in the room” moment you won’t miss. Connect with Karen: https://www.facebook.com/karen.wilson.519171/ The ultimate real estate education platform awaits you! Find out more here: https://www.wealthgenius.ai/ Check out our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wealthgenius Follow WealthGenius on social media: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthgenius Facebook https://facebook.com/wealthgenius Instgram https://instagram.com/wealthgeniushq Twitter https://twitter.com/wealthgeniushq

    24 min
  4. Deal Structures Explained: Protecting Yourself While Scaling| Ep 86

    JAN 16

    Deal Structures Explained: Protecting Yourself While Scaling| Ep 86

    In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alfonso Cuadra sits down with Andrej Litvinjenko - an investor-focused lawyer who’s helped countless entrepreneurs and real estate investors structure deals, protect assets, and build long-term wealth. Andrej shares his origin story: leaving the stability of a federal government role to build a law firm designed specifically for business owners - where real estate, corporate, estate planning, and contracts work together under one roof (instead of clients juggling multiple lawyers who never speak to each other). They also go deep on one of the most important (and misunderstood) topics in real estate investing: deal structures. You’ll learn why GP/LP structures are often the most “elegant” model for larger raises, how limited liability can be unintentionally lost, and why corporations can create different risks for principals and minority investors. This episode is a must-watch if you’re raising capital, partnering with investors, scaling into bigger projects, or simply want to avoid expensive mistakes before signing anything. The ultimate real estate education platform awaits you! Find out more here: https://www.wealthgenius.ai/ Check out our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wealthgenius Follow WealthGenius on social media: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthgenius Facebook https://facebook.com/wealthgenius Instgram https://instagram.com/wealthgeniushq Twitter https://twitter.com/wealthgeniushq

    25 min
  5. Inside The Passive Multifamily Fund Built for Canadian Investors | Ep 85

    JAN 9

    Inside The Passive Multifamily Fund Built for Canadian Investors | Ep 85

    In this episode of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alonso sits down with Sibitain and Insiyah to break down what’s really behind the Expand Wealth Fund—how it was built, why the team chose multifamily as the core strategy, and how everyday investors can participate in a private real estate trust using registered funds (TFSA/RRSP). They share their origin stories (education → entrepreneurship, corporate finance → investing), the painful lessons that shaped their strategy (including the 2008 shift), and why they believe conservative, cash-flow-first multifamily is one of the most predictable ways to build long-term wealth. You’ll also learn the difference between public REITs vs private REITs, why private REITs can feel more stable when markets get noisy, and how the fund is structured to give investors diversification without landlord headaches—with a professional team underwriting, acquiring, and managing assets. If you’re active in real estate, thinking about going passive, or you’ve been sitting on registered funds wondering how to put them to work—this episode is for you. Learn more about Expand Wealth + book an info session: expandealthfund.com Explore upcoming Wealth Genius events: wealthgenius.ai/events The ultimate real estate education platform awaits you! Find out more here: https://www.wealthgenius.ai/ Check out our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wealthgenius Follow WealthGenius on social media: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthgenius Facebook https://facebook.com/wealthgenius Instgram https://instagram.com/wealthgeniushq Twitter https://twitter.com/wealthgeniushq

    34 min
  6. Real Estate vs Stocks? Erwin Szeto’s Diversification Framework | Ep 84

    JAN 2

    Real Estate vs Stocks? Erwin Szeto’s Diversification Framework | Ep 84

    What happens when the “old” Ontario investor playbook stops working? In Episode 84, Alonso sits down with Erwin Szeto - long-time Ontario investor + Realtor (since 2010) who’s had equity in 40+ properties - to talk about why the classic BRRRR-heavy strategy that worked in places like Hamilton and Niagara is getting crushed today… and what smart investors are doing next. Erwin shares the behind-the-scenes reality of being a landlord in Ontario right now, why he’s been selling down his Ontario portfolio, and what changed his perspective after discovering how institutional-scale systems work in U.S. single-family rentals. Then the conversation goes deeper: wealth planning (estate + financial planning for real estate investors), the reality of the coming wealth transfer, and why liquidity + diversification matter more than ever - including how Edwin thinks about stocks alongside real estate. If you’re an investor who feels stuck, tired of tenant headaches, or wondering where to put capital next, this episode is a must-watch. ✅ Like, subscribe, and share this with an investor who still thinks the 2018 playbook will work in 2026. 👉 Connect with Erwin on Instagram: @erwinszeto 👉 Learn about upcoming Wealth Genius events: wealthgenius.ai/events 👉 ExpandWealth Real Estate Fund info session: expandewealthfund.com The ultimate real estate education platform awaits you! Find out more here: https://www.wealthgenius.ai/ Check out our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wealthgenius Follow WealthGenius on social media: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthgenius Facebook https://facebook.com/wealthgenius Instgram https://instagram.com/wealthgeniushq Twitter https://twitter.com/wealthgeniushq

    28 min
  7. How to Invest in U.S. Real Estate as a Canadian With Thomas Lorini | Ep 83

    12/27/2025

    How to Invest in U.S. Real Estate as a Canadian With Thomas Lorini | Ep 83

    🎙Can Canadians actually invest in U.S. real estate without it being a tax/legal/financing nightmare? In Episode 83, Alonso sits down with Thomas Lorini (dual citizen, investing on both sides of the border) to break down the real story behind Wealth Genius expanding into the U.S. — and why “don’t shut the door” might be the smartest wealth-building mindset for Canadians right now. Thomas shares: how he got started with a simple “house hack” in Aurora (before it was trendy), why he chose Hamilton early as a growth market, what it was like starting from scratch in the U.S. (no credit, new system), how he discovered Cleveland and scaled into multifamily, and the biggest hurdles Canadians face when crossing the border: taxation, legal structure, and financing. If you’ve been curious about investing outside Canada - or you’re in the U.S. and want to learn how to invest out of state - this episode lays out the framework, the mindset, and the path. 👍 Like, subscribe, and share this with someone who’s been saying: “I’d invest in the U.S… but it sounds complicated.” 👉 Connect with Thomas on Instagram: @realthomaslorini 👉 Learn about upcoming Wealth Genius events: wealthgenius.ai/events 👉 ExpandWealth Real Estate Fund info session: expandewealthfund.com The ultimate real estate education platform awaits you! Find out more here: https://www.wealthgenius.ai/ Check out our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wealthgenius Follow WealthGenius on social media: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthgenius Facebook https://facebook.com/wealthgenius Instgram https://instagram.com/wealthgeniushq Twitter https://twitter.com/wealthgeniushq

    33 min
  8. Action Beats Perfection: The Mindset That Builds Wealth Faster with Fernando Nunes | Ep 82

    12/13/2025

    Action Beats Perfection: The Mindset That Builds Wealth Faster with Fernando Nunes | Ep 82

    What happens when you mix real estate investing, business systems, and a hard truth about work-life priorities… with a conversation about why Portugal moves slower on purpose? In Episode 82 of the Wealth Genius Podcast, Alonso Cuadra sits down with Fernando Nunes fresh off the Azores retreat to talk about: why Portugal’s lifestyle feels like “home” even if you weren’t born there the realities of investing overseas (and why relationships matter more than spreadsheets) how North America’s hustle culture is stealing time from what actually matters why “balance” is misunderstood (and what balance really looks like) how Fernando transitioned into business coaching and helping investors build systems the #1 obstacle holding people back: the story they tell themselves the trap of comparison on social media (and why it kills progress) and the core lesson that changes everything: take action before you feel ready If you’re investing (or want to) and you feel overwhelmed, scattered, or like you’re “behind”… this episode is a reset. 👉 Connect with Fernando on Instagram: @fngood 👉 Learn about upcoming Wealth Genius events: wealthgenius.ai/events 👉 ExpandWealth Real Estate Fund info session: expandewealthfund.com Like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs a push to start. The ultimate real estate education platform awaits you! Find out more here: https://www.wealthgenius.ai/ Check out our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wealthgenius Follow WealthGenius on social media: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthgenius Facebook https://facebook.com/wealthgenius Instgram https://instagram.com/wealthgeniushq Twitter https://twitter.com/wealthgeniushq

    34 min
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Strategies for building wealth through real estate, specifically in the Multifamily space. 

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  • Creator
    Alfonso Cuadra
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    89
  • Rating
    Explicit
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