Life's Inside Track
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734 | Don’t Let Tax Fear Decide Your Investment Future
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- Published: Friday, 13 February 2026 09:30
Is the fear of capital gains tax quietly keeping you stuck in an investment you would never buy
again today?
In this episode of LIFE’S Inside Track with Ken and Yetta Dekker, we pull capital gains out of the
“monster under the bed” category and put it back where it belongs: as a math + timing
conversation. We unpack the simple truth most people miss—you only pay capital gains when
you’ve actually gained, and even then, the taxable portion is often misunderstood.
We also talk through why “I don’t want to pay tax” can become an expensive mindset,
especially if it keeps you holding an underperforming property or avoiding investing altogether.
Then we tee up what comes next: smart exit thinking, clearer options, and how to make
decisions from wisdom instead of worry.
If you want to build wealth wisely through real estate, this conversation will help you pause,
think, and choose with more confidence. Watch now on the DekkerTeam YouTube channel, and
if your situation feels foggy, schedule a clarity call so we can map your next wise step together.
Quick question: If tax fear disappeared for one minute... what would you actually do with your
current investment—hold, refinance, improve it, or reposition it?
733 | Is It Really Impossible to Buy a Home Right Now?
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- Published: Friday, 06 February 2026 09:30
Have you noticed how often the message sounds the same lately — “It’s impossible to buy a home right now”? In this episode of LIFE’S INSIDE TRACK with Ken and Yetta Dekker, we slow the noise down and examine whether that belief is truth… or hype worth questioning. We talk about how discouragement often disguises itself as realism, and how that mindset quietly shapes daily choices that either build opportunity or shut it down. You’ll hear why Ottawa is not Toronto, why people are still buying homes, and why asking how instead of can changes outcomes. We also unpack what affordability really means — beyond headlines — and introduce the five factors that buyers can actually adjust. This conversation is about clarity, preparation, and positioning, not pressure. Watch now and discover how building wealth wisely through real estate begins with asking better questions.
Add a comment732 | Peace vs Pressure: How to Know If a Real Estate Decision Is Truly Right
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- Published: Friday, 30 January 2026 09:30
Have you ever noticed how something can look right on paper and still feel unsettled inside?
We’re talking about why peace is often the starting point for wise decisions, not the reward at
the end. We explore how urgency can get loud, how pressure can masquerade as purpose, and
why faith invites us to slow down long enough to hear what truly matters. You’ll hear real stories
from real estate decisions where clarity came through calm, not force. This conversation is
about learning to recognize the difference between discomfort and inner unrest—especially
when homes, finances, and relationships are involved. If you want to build wealth wisely
through real estate without rushing or regret, this episode will help you choose your next step
with confidence. Watch this episode of LIFE’S Inside Track with Ken and Yetta Dekker, on our
DekkerTeam YouTube channel now.
731 | Real Estate Decisions Explained
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- Published: Friday, 23 January 2026 09:30
Have you ever watched someone you love make a real estate choice that feels shaky… and you’re torn between helping and overstepping? In this episode of LIFE’S Inside Track with Ken and Yetta Dekker, we talk about how to care deeply without trying to control the outcome. You’ll hear why family advice often lands badly, even when it’s true, and why a simple introduction can create calm, confident options. We share real stories: parents helping adult kids buy, kids supporting aging parents, and long-distance moves where the right interview and the right guide protects the whole plan. This is about keeping trust strong while protecting equity and reducing stress. If someone you love needs clarity, point them to a 15-minute clarity call at dekkertteam.com so they can map the next wise step without pressure. Watch now, and learn how to help in a way that strengthens both relationships and wealth.
Add a comment730 | Wealth Myths Canadians Still Believe (And Why It’s Failing Them)
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- Published: Friday, 16 January 2026 09:30
Ever feel like you should be doing something smarter with your money, yet you freeze because you’re scared of making the wrong move? In Episode 730 of LIFE’S Inside Track with Ken and Yetta Dekker, we unpack why doing nothing is still a decision—one that inflation quietly profits from—and why idle money and untouched home equity matter more than most people realize. We explain how home equity can protect you and also be positioned to work harder, without sacrificing peace. You’ll hear why a GIC often preserves more than it grows, why taxes matter, and how real estate can act as an inflation hedge while still offering thoughtful growth options.
Making wise money decisions isn’t about luck. It’s about clarity, financial literacy, and understanding how money actually works over time. We explain why playing it safe can feel calm today yet create stress later. We walk through a wiser approach to leverage—one that avoids overextension and aligns with real life. You’ll hear what we see every week: some people are ready, some need a few steps first, and some shouldn’t invest yet—and all three answers are wise when rooted in clarity. Want your money working with you instead of quietly shrinking in the background? Watch now.
