In this episode of The Alan Small Financial Show, we cover some of the most pressing economic and financial issues facing Canadians and investors today.

Key Topics Covered:
🔹 Exclusive Interview with Ontario Premier Doug Ford – We discuss the impact of potential U.S. tariffs on Canada, their effect on jobs, and Ontario’s economic outlook. Premier Ford shares insights on how Ontario is preparing to navigate these challenges, including possible countermeasures.

🔹 Canada’s Inflation Update & Interest Rates – The latest inflation report shows a drop to 1.8%, but core inflation is ticking higher. Without the government’s GST holiday, inflation would have been at 2.3%, raising questions about the Bank of Canada’s next interest rate decision.

🔹 Top 3 Investing Priorities This Week:
1️⃣ Tech Earnings Season Begins – Apple, Tesla, Microsoft, and Meta are set to report. What does this mean for investors?
2️⃣ Trump’s Policy Announcements & Market Reactions – Executive orders and deregulation are shaping business confidence.
3️⃣ Investor Sentiment & Market Participation – Why sitting out of the market due to fear or political uncertainty could be a costly mistake.

🔹 U.S. Bank Earnings Boom – Major banks like JPMorgan, Citibank, Bank of America, and Goldman Sachs have posted strong results, driven by investment banking, trading, and wealth management.

🔹 Quick Hits: Trending Economic News

Canadian businesses report stronger sales, but concerns over U.S. trade policies loom.
Trump’s executive orders on energy and infrastructure may impact global markets.
TikTok’s uncertain future in the U.S.—will it be banned or find a domestic buyer?
🎙️ Stay informed with expert insights on the economy, stock market trends, and financial news. Subscribe now for regular updates!

The Allan Small Financial Show - January 22, 2025

In this episode of Go Gaddis Real Estate Radio, brought to you by Modern Traditions Realty Group, we discuss how real estate agents can kick off the New Year with resolutions to improve their business. Plus, we dive into the nuances of “AS IS” sales, due diligence, and state-required disclosures—essential knowledge for both agents and clients.

Segment Teaser: Start the New Year with actionable tips for real estate agents, and explore the key differences between AS IS sales, due diligence, and state disclosures to navigate transactions with confidence.

Cleve Gaddis: Helping listeners go from real estate novice to expert, ensuring that home buying and selling can be done with total confidence and without the usual worries of life’s biggest investments.

Let’s Talk: Visit GoGaddisRadio.com to ask questions, leave comments, push back, share your ideas, and explore our Neighborhood Spotlight. Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast!

Listener Question – Agent New Year’s Resolutions: Roman from Milton, a new real estate agent, asks for tips to start the year off on the right foot. Cleve shares resolutions for agents, from revisiting business strategies to focusing on client relationships, education, and market expertise.

Discussion – AS IS, Due Diligence, and State-Required Disclosures: Cleve explains the intricacies of selling a property AS IS, the role of the due diligence period, and the importance of complying with state-mandated disclosure requirements. This segment is packed with insights from real-life scenarios and tips for agents and sellers alike.

Join us for an episode designed to inspire agents, inform homeowners, and prepare everyone for a successful real estate journey in the year ahead!

If you have a question for Cleve, click here : https://gogaddisradio.com/ask-a-question

If you are looking to buy or sell your home with Cleve, click here : https://moderntraditionsrealty.net/contact 

If you are looking to join a real estate team, click here : 
https://moderntraditionsrealty.net/careers

Agent New Year’s Resolutions, “AS IS” Sales, and State Disclosures

In this episode of Go Gaddis Real Estate Radio, brought to you by Modern Traditions Realty Group, we analyze the recent Federal Reserve rate decrease and its impact on mortgage rates. Will rates go lower in 2025? What does this mean for home prices in the coming year? Cleve shares insights and expert advice to help buyers and sellers navigate the market with confidence.

Segment Teaser: Understand the effects of the Fed rate decrease on mortgage rates and home prices in 2025. Get practical advice for answering buyers’ and sellers’ top questions about the year ahead.

Cleve Gaddis: Helping listeners go from real estate novice to expert, ensuring that home buying and selling can be done with total confidence and without the usual worries of life’s biggest investments.

Let’s Talk: Visit GoGaddisRadio.com to ask questions, leave comments, push back, share your ideas, and explore our Neighborhood Spotlight. Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast!

Discussion – Fed Rate Decrease and Mortgage Rates in 2025: Cleve breaks down the recent Federal Reserve rate cut, what it means for mortgage rates, and whether buyers and sellers can expect rates to drop further in the coming year.

Discussion – Will Home Prices Rise in 2025?: What’s in store for home prices in 2025? Cleve shares predictions, insights, and strategies for buyers and sellers to make informed decisions in a shifting market.

Join us for this informative episode filled with expert analysis and actionable advice for navigating the real estate market in 2025!
If you have a question for Cleve, click here : https://gogaddisradio.com/ask-a-question

If you are looking to buy or sell your home with Cleve, click here : https://moderntraditionsrealty.net/contact 

If you are looking to join a real estate team, click here : 
https://moderntraditionsrealty.net/careers

Fed Rate Decrease, Mortgage Predictions, and 2025 Home Prices

Warren Buffett is admired by investors the world over. Many would like to own his stock. Is it a buy right now? (0:20) - Is It Still A Good Idea To Follow Warren Buffett’s Investment Strategy? (3:00) - Should You Be Buying Berskhire Hathaway’s Stock Right Now? (17:20) - Episode Roundup: BRK.B Podcast@Zacks.com

Should You Buy Berkshire Hathaway’s Stock in 2025?

With the DeepSeek panic sell-off, the AI stocks have gotten cheaper. Are any true value stocks? (0:30) - Has Any Of The Ai Stocks Become Value Stocks? (4:30) - Tracey’s Top Stock Picks (21:20) - Episode Roundup: SMCI, VRT, AVGO, NVDA,&nbsp;

This is the Cheapest AI Stock Right Now

In this episode of Go Gaddis Real Estate Radio, brought to you by Modern Traditions Realty Group, Cleve provides a deep dive into the latest Metro Atlanta real estate trends, highlights one of Georgia’s most historic landmarks, and discusses a massive tech investment that could impact the local housing market.

Show Teaser Topics:

Metro Atlanta Real Estate Update for December: What happened in the market last month, and what does it mean for buyers and sellers?
Something You Should Know About Metro Atlanta: The history and significance of Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park.
Big News for Georgia’s Economy: Amazon Web Services announces an $11 billion investment to expand its data center infrastructure in Georgia. What does this mean for job growth, housing demand, and real estate development?
Cleve Gaddis:
Helping listeners go from real estate novice to expert, ensuring that home buying and selling can be done with total confidence and without the usual worries of life’s biggest investments.

Let’s Talk:
Visit GoGaddisRadio.com to ask questions, leave comments, push back, share ideas, and explore our Neighborhood Spotlight. Don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast!

Tune in to get the latest insights on Metro Atlanta’s real estate landscape and how major developments could shape the market in 2025!

If you have a question for Cleve, click here : https://gogaddisradio.com/ask-a-question

If you are looking to buy or sell your home with Cleve, click here : https://moderntraditionsrealty.net/contact 

If you are looking to join a real estate team, click here : 
https://moderntraditionsrealty.net/careers

If you bought a home last year, don’t forget to file your Homestead Exemption!
https://moderntraditionsrealty.net/homestead-exemption

December Market Update, Kennesaw Mountain & Georgia’s Tech Boom

Americký prezident Donald Trump o víkendu podle očekávání podepsal nařízení, které zavádí cla ve výši 25 procent na dovoz zboží z Kanady a Mexika a deset procent nad rámec stávajících cel na dovoz z Číny. Trhy na to reagovaly poklesem, který představuje určité vystřízlivění po euforii, která přišla po Trumpově zvolení, uvádí makléř Patria Finance František Kronus. Do toho přicházejí výsledky velkých amerických technologických firem. To vše přispívá k období zvýšené volatility. Jak mohou cla zamávat s akciemi a jak se v současném prostředí ochránit před výkyvy na trhu? I o tom hovoří makléř v aktuálním videu.

František Kronus: Jak Trumpova cla hýbají trhy a jak ochránit portfolio před volatilitou

Pravidlo negativních pondělků se na trzích postupně upevňuje. Tentokrát vstup do nového týdne rámuje strach z obchodních válek vyvolených USA. Donald Trump ohlásil 25procentní cla na kanadské a mexické zboží, která sliboval během kampaně i po začátku svého panování. Platnost cel je od úterý, přičemž s představiteli obou zemí se chce ještě během pondělka setkat. Určitá malá šance na dohodu na poslední chvíli tu tedy zůstává. Jak Kanada, tak Mexiko zároveň ohlásily či chystají odvetu. To platí i pro EU, na kterou chce Trump uvalit cla velmi brzy. A Čína, které se zvedají cla o 10 procentních bodů, mluví o odvetě taktéž.

Týdenní výhled: Trump spustil strach z obchodních válek. Budou reportovat další těžké technologické váhy

Listen to my latest Sunday Money Show podcast (February 2, 2025) as I interview an award-winning economist and author Jeff Rubin about the Canadian economy, recent interest rate cuts by the Bank of Canada, and the impact of tariffs and sanctions.

Do you have a question about investing? Feel free to call me at 416-332-3863 or email me at allan@allansmall.com
 
I am happy to answer your questions on air on my next show.

Jeff Rubin discusses Canada’s Economy & Impact of Tariffs - The Sunday Money Show

Počet investorů se za posledních pět let více než zdvojnásobil, což odráží rostoucí finanční gramotnost a potřebu zajistit se na stáří. Přes 40 % Čechů má již zkušenost s investováním a stále více lidí plánuje začít investovat. Hlavní motivací je právě již zmíněné zajištění na stáří, ale stále přetrvává strach z podvodů a ztráty hodnoty investic. Jaké jsou nejčastější chyby investorů a jak si správně vybrat důvěryhodného partnera? O aktuálních trendech a výzvách v investování v Česku hovoří Jana Brodani, výkonná ředitelka AKAT ČR.

Patria Rozhovory: Počet investorů v Česku roste, chtějí se zajistit na stáří a ochránit před inflací. S Janou Brodani o motivacích a bariérách Čechů při investování

Inspirace pro Vaše investice. Podcasty retailové jedničky mezi brokery Patria Finance, jejíž součástí je respektovaný ekonomický a investiční portál Patria.cz. Zaposlouchejte se do investičních tipů, tržních výhledů, investičního vzdělávání a osvěty nebo rozhovorů se zajímavými osobnosti světa investování i byznysu.

Senior Investment Advisor - Allan Small Financial Group with iA Private Wealth Inc. Catch me on CP24, BNN, 680 News, Newstalk 1010 and feel free to call or email me at 416 332 3863, allan@allansmall.com.

'Investing This Week with Allan Small' delivers insights, tips and commentary on current events from an investment perspective, providing practical advice for people looking to invest and navigate changing stock markets. Allan analyzes what’s happening in the news… in the markets… and how the two impact investment decisions. This weekly podcast includes Allan’s biweekly Sunday Money Show with CFRB Newstalk 1010 as well as tips on what investors should be considering over the next 5-10 business days.

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