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On this month's entrepreneurial spotlight, Darren and Christina sit down with Caleb Bowers, President of Bowers Construction, to unpack how he went from being laid off, losing $70,000 in a single year, and driving a truck he couldn't afford… to building one of Atlantic Canada's most respected custom home brands.

If you're a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, real estate investor, or custom home dreamer, this episode is a masterclass in:

• Building a brand on craftsmanship, trust, and values
  
  

• Choosing value over volume in a "race to the bottom" industry
  
  

• Using Instagram and online reputation to attract dream clients
  
  

• Balancing marriage, family, faith, and business
  
  

• Playing the long game with development and legacy projects
  
  

By the end, you'll see exactly how integrity, long-term thinking, and genuine care for clients can build a business—and a legacy—that actually lasts.

Show notes:

0:00 – Introduction to Caleb Bowers

1:30 – Building a brand on craftsmanship, trust & East Coast values

2:31 – Early money motivation & seeing wealth from "arm's length"

4:05 – First job at Highgate Homes: from labourer to general manager

6:52 – Seeing both sides: client vs builder vs landlord

7:55 – Getting laid off and starting Bowers Construction

11:20 – Buying three lots & learning the hard way on spec homes

14:10 – The year Caleb lost $70,000 (and the meeting that changed everything)

16:26 – Choosing value over volume in homebuilding
19:38 – Core values: Be a good person & go the extra mile

22:03 – Kids, marriage, and why business is now second to family

24:16 – "This is home": meaning behind the tagline

28:35 – Instagram strategy & becoming an early adopter

31:29 – Expansion into New Brunswick & rebranding with his brother

34:54 – Rapid-fire questions with Caleb

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On today's episode, it's the November update! The economy is shifting — fast. With rate cuts back on the table, inflation refusing to fade, and housing programs promising change, Canadians are searching for clarity. Darren and Christina unpack everything you need to know before 2026 hits:

- The Bank of Canada's second consecutive cut — what it means for your savings, debt, and investments

- Inflation's comeback and why it's still "sticky"

- Youth unemployment at 15% — the next financial crisis no one's talking about

- Bitcoin's Black Friday meltdown and how institutional whales like BlackRock profited

- The truth about Build Canada Homes — a $13 billion federal experiment

- Canada's looming $70 billion deficit and what it says about our future

If you're a Canadian business owner, investor, or someone who refuses to let the economy dictate your freedom — this episode is for you.

Show notes:

00:00 - Introduction

00:30 - Interest rate update

1:25 - Inflation update

3:40 - Canadian dollar update

4:40 - Stock market and Bitcoin update

10:25 - Real estate market update

17:25 - Economic news

20:25 - Life insurance industry news

23:00 - Podcast news

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In the second edition of our Wealth Coach episodes, Darren and Christina once again since down with wealth coaches Connor Eagleson, Dan Spry, and Jake Mitchell to reveal the biggest surprises they uncovered when they first discovered the Infinite Banking Concept – and how it continues to transform the financial lives of Canadians today.

Key Themes in This Episode:

• The "aha" moments that changed how our coaches think about money, control, and compounding.
  
  

• Why traditional banking fails business owners — and how becoming your own banker changes everything.
  
  

• The power of uninterrupted compound growth and how most Canadians unknowingly destroy it.
  
  

• The shocking misinformation about Infinite Banking spreading on social media — and how to separate fact from fiction.
  
  

• Real stories from former commercial bankers and advisors who realized how much flexibility and control a properly structured cash-value policy can create.
  
  

• How corporate structures, retirement planning, and estate strategies all tie together through one powerful tool.
  
  

• Why top accountants and tax strategists across Canada are now embracing these policies for business owners.
  
  

Our team pulls back the curtain on the real mechanics of Infinite Banking — not the marketing hype. You'll learn:

• How to build liquidity and control using your own capital instead of relying on banks.
  
  

• The importance of choosing the right insurance company and structure from day one.
  
  

• How to create a tax-free retirement income stream and a family estate plan using the same strategy.
  
  

• Why traditional financial advice often fails to protect your wealth from the four major wealth destroyers: taxes, fees, volatility, and misinformation.
  
  

• How Canadian business owners can use corporate policies to grow and preserve wealth tax-efficiently.

Show notes:

00:00 - Introduction

01:00 - From banker to wealth coach: Dan's revelation

03:00 - Using one tool for savings, retirement, and estate planning

05:00 - Jake on the danger of poorly structured policies

07:00 - Connor on the real rate of return vs. control and compounding

09:00 - How Infinite Banking avoids the "zeroing-out" savings curve

12:00 - Christina discusses the shocking impact of taxes, fees, and volatility

13:00 - The rise of misinformation about Infinite Banking

16:00 - Why accountants now support these strategies

19:00 - Working hand-in-hand with your accountant and lawyer

20:00 - Final thoughts: Once you learn this concept, you can't unlearn it

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On today's episode, Darren and Christina are breaking down the OpCo trap! Most Canadian business owners are unknowingly making a massive mistake with their corporate cash — one that could cost them millions in unnecessary taxes and wipe out their eligibility for the lifetime capital gains exemption.

They discuss the difference between an Operating Company (OpCo) and a Holding Company (HoldCo), why so many business owners are leaving too much cash inside their active company, and how that decision exposes them to creditor risk, tax traps, and missed opportunities for wealth protection.

Whether you plan to sell your business, pass it on to your family, or build long-term wealth through your corporation, this episode explains how to properly structure your company — and why high cash value life insurance plays a crucial role in creating a tax-free corporate opportunity fund.

This is essential education for business owners, incorporated professionals, farmers, and real estate investors who want to maximize wealth and minimize risk. Tune in now!

Show notes:

00:00 - Introduction: Why the OpCo Trap matters

03:00 - What is an OpCo vs. a HoldCo?

04:30 - Why business owners leave too much cash inside their operating company

05:45 - Tax differences between corporate and personal income

06:30 - Why keeping cash in your OpCo feels smart… until it isn't

08:30 - The Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption (LCGE) explained

11:00 - What is a CCPC (Canadian-Controlled Private Corporation)?

12:40 - What are QSBC shares, and how to maintain eligibility

13:40 - The 3 qualification tests for LCGE (ownership, 50% rule, 90% rule)

15:00 - How too much passive cash or real estate can disqualify your shares

16:30 - The "purification" process explained — and how to fix a dirty OpCo

18:00 - Why timing matters: you need 24 months to requalify

20:00 - Moving funds into your HoldCo for protection and flexibility

21:00 - Corporate investing do's and don'ts — passive income warnings

22:00 - Why over $50,000 of passive income can reduce your small business deduction

23:00 - Comparing HoldCo investment options: real estate, markets, and life insurance

23:45 - Why high cash value life insurance outperforms other corporate assets

25:00 - Corporate tax efficiency, CDA benefits, and wealth preservation

26:00 - Action steps: how to avoid the OpCo Trap and build your corporate wealth strategy

27:00 - Final disclaimer and closing thoughts

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode. The information contained in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only, and is separate and apart from the wealth coach services provided by Darren Mitchell and Associates, Inc. To its qualified clients, Control and Compound Financial expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental or any other damages arising out of any individual's use of this podcast or the information in it.

The views expressed here are those of each participant and guests, and not necessarily those of or endorsed by Control and Compound Financial, its affiliates, subsidiaries, and their respective directors, shareholders, officers, or employees. For full disclosure, visit controland compound.com/podcast-media.

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On today's episode, it's part 7 of the Rockefeller Method Series, Darren and Christina break down Chapters 9 and 10 of What Would the Rockefellers Do? — revealing exactly how the wealthy design, structure, and fund their infinite banking policies for long-term, tax-free growth.

This episode moves from theory to real-world action. You'll learn how to properly design your own high-cash-value life insurance policy, how to ensure you're working with the right company, and how to find the money to fund it — without increasing your income. Tune in now!

Show notes:

00:00 - Introduction

02:00 - Understanding Human Life Value

04:45 - Designing the Perfect Whole Life Policy

07:30 - Choosing the Right Insurance Company

10:40 - Why It Works Better in Canada

11:40 - Mindful Cash Management vs. Budgeting

14:00 - The Four I's of Efficiency

16:00 - How to Reallocate Your Money to Fund the Policy

19:00 - Corporate Strategies & Retained Earnings

21:00 - Building Your Peace of Mind & Opportunity Funds

22:40 - Wrap-up

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode. The information contained in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only, and is separate and apart from the wealth coach services provided by Darren Mitchell and Associates, Inc. To its qualified clients, Control and Compound Financial expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental or any other damages arising out of any individual's use of this podcast or the information in it.

The views expressed here are those of each participant and guests, and not necessarily those of or endorsed by Control and Compound Financial, its affiliates, subsidiaries, and their respective directors, shareholders, officers, or employees. For full disclosure, visit controland compound.com/podcast-media.

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Welcome back to another episode of Control and Compound. Today's episode is the first in our Entrepreneurial Series that highlights some of Canada's most successful and interesting entrepreneurs.

Episode 1 features David Fraser, founder and CEO of Bunkie Life, to talk about how a simple problem — running out of bedrooms — turned into a national phenomenon.

David shares his journey from building the first bunkie for his family, to pitching on Dragon's Den, scaling manufacturing across North America, and building a company culture obsessed with connection and customer success.

They also dive into:

• How to grow a company while keeping its heart and values intact
  
  

• Lessons from surviving near-bankruptcy and turning it into growth
  
  

• How Bunkie Life's "Win a Bunkie Giveaway" became a marketing goldmine
  
  

• Why "Made in Canada" still matters
  
  

• Bitcoin, entrepreneurship, and what real wealth means
  
  

• Giving back through the Ronald McDonald House partnership
  
  

Whether you're an entrepreneur, dreamer, or family business owner, this episode is packed with inspiration, practical wisdom, and a few laughs along the way!

Show notes:

00:00 - Introduction to David Fraser

00:55 – The origin of Bunkie Life: Solving a family space problem

02:10 – First builds and early growth

05:05 – How Bunkie Life makes assembly easy for anyone

07:00 – The "Made in Canada" mission and why it matters

08:35 – Scaling without losing the heart of the company

09:50 – Creating culture, community, and "the Bunkie Life cult"

13:10 – Solving customer problems before they even happen

16:10 – The near-bankruptcy story and lessons learned

19:00 – The viral Bunkie Giveaway: marketing genius explained

22:20 – Expanding into the U.S. and what's next for Bunkie Life

27:00 – Wealth, inflation, and the housing market reality

30:00 – Giving back: Bunkie Life + Ronald McDonald House

33:00 – Legacy, family, and building for the next generation

35:10 – Rapid fire: hardest builds, best books, and future outlook

37:20 – Advice for every Canadian entrepreneur

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode. The information contained in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only, and is separate and apart from the wealth coach services provided by Darren Mitchell and Associates, Inc. To its qualified clients, Control and Compound Financial expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental or any other damages arising out of any individual's use of this podcast or the information in it.

The views expressed here are those of each participant and guests, and not necessarily those of or endorsed by Control and Compound Financial, its affiliates, subsidiaries, and their respective directors, shareholders, officers, or employees. For full disclosure, visit controland compound.com/podcast-media.

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On today's episode, it's the October Update and Darren and Christina are back from the Real Estate Investing Summit to break down all the news include an interesting Bank of Canada Update, a close look at the stock market and by extension the Bitcoin market, as well as real estate news across the country and some economic news that you NEED to know. Tune in now!

Show notes:

00:00 - Introduction

00:35 - Bank of Canada update

2:05 - Inflation update

3:15 - Canadian dollar update

5:15 - Stock market update

6:15 - Bitcoin update

8:40 - Real estate update

10:45 - Economic news update

18:05 - Life insurance industry news

20:50 - Control and Compound news

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In this episode, Darren and Christina break down the power of storytelling and how it can positively impact every aspect of your life, but especially in the world of sales. Show us a successful CEO and we'll show you a successful salesperson. Darren and Christina will chat about how you can become a better storyteller and the power of 3s, 4s, and 5s. Tune in now!

Show notes:

00:00 - Introduction

1:45 - Darren's examples of storytelling being impactful in business

4:55 - Why do stories land better than facts?

6:15 - "Life is sales"

8:50 - How storytelling works in the world of sales

10:50 - How to become a better storyteller

12:35 - The power of 3s, 4s, and 5s,

19:00 - The biggest takeaway from this episode

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode. The information contained in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only, and is separate and apart from the wealth coach services provided by Darren Mitchell and Associates, Inc. To its qualified clients, Control and Compound Financial expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental or any other damages arising out of any individual's use of this podcast or the information in it.

The views expressed here are those of each participant and guests, and not necessarily those of or endorsed by Control and Compound Financial, its affiliates, subsidiaries, and their respective directors, shareholders, officers, or employees. For full disclosure, visit controland compound.com/podcast-media.