Moolala: Money Made Simple with Bruce Sellery

Strong revenue doesn’t always mean a healthy business—or a reliable paycheque for its owner. Bruce Sellery speaks with Zenbooks principal Eric Saumure about the Financial Clarity Index and what it reveals about Canadian small business finances. From owners delaying their own pay to gaps in emergency funds, explore why integrated financial tools, cash flow planning, and understanding profit—not just sales—matter for better business decisions.

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AI-generated images, videos, and impersonations are making financial scams harder to spot. Bruce Sellery talks with University of Toronto assistant professor Aviad Levis about how deepfakes work, why fraud detection is an evolving challenge, and what consumers can do to reduce their risk. Learn why checking original sources, seeking independent confirmation, and pausing before responding to urgent money requests are important safeguards.

Find out more at aviadlevis.info or pi-vision.github.io.

Why is housing so expensive in Canada, and what would it take to make it more affordable? Bruce Sellery speaks with CMHC deputy chief economist Aled ab Iorwerth about the housing supply challenge, regional differences, and what recent research reveals about the need for more homes. Explore how construction and supply affect renters and prospective homebuyers—and why improving affordability is a long-term undertaking.

Find out more at cmhc-schl.gc.ca and connect on X, YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.

Small home maintenance tasks can help prevent big repair bills—but how do you know what to tackle yourself? Bruce Sellery talks with contractor, carpenter, and DIY creator Ken Long about building confidence with tools, seasonal maintenance, and the difference between preventing problems and paying to fix them. Learn how simple upkeep can save money around the house and when it makes sense to call a professional.

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Want to save money on home repairs and protect your finances from increasingly sophisticated scams? On this episode of Moolala: Money Made Simple, host Bruce Sellery talks with contractor and DIY creator Ken Long about practical home maintenance, preventing costly repairs, and knowing when to call a professional. CMHC deputy chief economist Aled ab Iorwerth explains how Canada’s housing supply affects affordability for renters and homebuyers, while University of Toronto computer science professor Aviad Levis explores AI-powered scams, deepfakes, and ways to verify suspicious requests before sending money. Plus, Zenbooks principal Eric Saumure shares findings from the Financial Clarity Index, revealing what Canadian small business owners can learn about cash flow, emergency funds, and the difference between revenue and profit.

To find out more about the guests check out:

• Ken Long: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | YouTube
• Aled Ab Iorwerth: cmhc-schl.gc.ca | X | YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram
• Aviad Levis: aviadlevis.info | pi-vision.github.io
• Eric Saumure: Facebook | Instagram | X | LinkedIn

Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple.

Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn

Could the equity in your home help fund a more secure retirement? Susan Pimento, author of Your Retirement Reset: How to Convert Home Equity into Financial Security, joins Bruce Sellery to examine when a reverse mortgage may or may not make sense. They explore the costs and risks, alternatives such as refinancing and home equity lines of credit, potential tax advantages and the importance of comparing every option before making your home part of your retirement income plan.

Find out more at retirewithequity.ca and connect on | Facebook and Instagram.

A separation or divorce can make an already complicated mortgage even harder to manage. Neil Drepaul, director of Canadian Mortgage Services, joins Bruce Sellery to discuss joint mortgage responsibility, home equity buyouts, refinancing, renewals and qualifying on one income. He explains how lenders assess spousal and child support, when to contact a mortgage professional, what payment-relief options may be available and why independent home appraisals can help couples reach a fair settlement.

Find out more at cmsmortgages.ca and connect on Instagram.

Renters may feel powerless in a competitive housing market, but they still have important legal rights. ACORN Canada national board representative Nichola Taylor joins Bruce Sellery to explain what Canadian tenants should know about rent increases, evictions, repairs, maintenance and withholding rent. She also shares where renters can seek help, how newcomers and lower-income tenants can advocate for themselves and why understanding the rules in your province is essential.

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Getting out of debt takes more than willpower; it takes a strategy. Financial coach and Broad Money founder Alanna Abramsky joins Bruce Sellery to reveal five common debt mistakes: not knowing your numbers, relying on willpower instead of systems, ignoring emotional spending triggers, making only minimum payments and failing to plan for life’s inevitable expenses. Learn practical ways to manage cash flow, automate repayment, choose between the debt snowball and avalanche methods and build a financial cushion for the unexpected.

Find out more at broadmoney.ca and connect on Instagram.

Housing costs and debt can feel overwhelming, but the right knowledge can help you move forward with confidence. Bruce Sellery speaks with financial coach Alanna Abramsky about five common debt mistakes and practical ways to break the cycle; ACORN Canada’s Nichola Taylor explains renters’ rights and how tenants can advocate for themselves; mortgage professional Neil Drepaul shares what couples should know about managing a mortgage through separation or divorce; and Your Retirement Reset author Susan Pimento explores reverse mortgages and other ways homeowners can use home equity to strengthen their retirement security.

To find out more about the guests check out:

• Alanna Abramsky: broadmoney.ca | Instagram
• Nichola Taylor: Instagram | Facebook
• Neil Drepaul: cmsmortgages.ca | Instagram
• Susan Pimento: retirewithequity.ca | Facebook | Instagram

Bruce Sellery is a personal finance expert and best-selling author. As the founder of Moolala and the CEO of Credit Canada, Bruce is on a mission to help you get a better handle on your money so you can live the life you want. High energy & low B.S., this is Moolala: Money Made Simple.

Find Bruce Sellery at Moolala.ca | X | Facebook | LinkedIn