Is the Smith Maneuver really the smartest move for the extra money you have sitting around?

What about for a corporation’s retained earnings?

If you're an incorporated business owner in Canada, you've likely heard the hype around using the Smith Maneuver to make your mortgage tax-deductible and accelerate your investments. But what if tapping into your corporation to do it is actually costing you more in income taxes than it's earning in returns? This episode tackles a real-life scenario that flips the traditional advice on its head—and shows how business owners can unlock greater wealth without bleeding money to the CRA.

Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:

• Why using corporate funds for the Smith Maneuver can backfire—and what the hidden tax drag really looks like
• A smarter, tax-efficient alternative that turns your corporation into a wealth engine using high early cash value participating whole life insurance
• How to structure investments inside your business to grow your net worth and your estate—by hundreds of thousands over time

If you want to protect your wealth and grow it smarter, press play now to rethink how your corporation fits into your long-term financial freedom strategy.

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Discover which phase of wealth creation you are in. Take our quick assessment and you’ll receive a custom wealth-building pathway that matches your phase and learn our CRA compliant tax optimized strategies. Take that assessment here.

Canadian Wealth Secrets Show Notes Page:

Consider reaching out to Kyle

if you’ve been…

• …taking a salary with a goal of stuffing RRSPs;
• …investing inside your corporation without a passive income tax minimization strategy;
• …letting a large sum of liquid assets sit in low interest earning savings accounts;
• …investing corporate dollars into GICs, dividend stocks/funds, or other investments attracting corporate passive income taxes at greater than 50%; or,
• …wondering whether your current corporate wealth management strategy is optimal for your specific situation.

In this episode of the Canadian Wealth Secrets podcast, Kyle Pearce explores why the traditional Smith Maneuver may not be the most effective strategy for certain Canadian business owners with significant retained earnings. By analyzing a real-world scenario, Kyle breaks down the tax implications of pulling funds from a corporation to implement the Smith Maneuver versus using a more strategic corporate wealth

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Canadian Wealth Secrets is an informative podcast that digs into the intricacies of building a robust portfolio, maximizing dividend returns, the nuances of real estate investment, and the complexities of business finance, while offering expert advice on wealth management, navigating capital gains tax, and understanding the role of financial institutions in personal finance.

What’s holding Canadian real estate investors back from taking action — and how can creative financing unlock deals in today’s tough market?

With rising rates, tighter lending, and uncertain prices, it can feel impossible to break into or scale in Canadian real estate. In this episode, we’re joined by Nick Hill and Daniel Foch, hosts of the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast, who bring clarity and strategy to the chaos. Whether you're stuck in analysis paralysis or unsure how to structure your first vendor take-back (VTB), their hard-won insights will challenge how you think about progress and opportunity.

What you’ll learn:

• Learn how leading with value — not perfection — can fast-track both deals and partnerships.
• Discover why VTBs are making a comeback and how to pitch them to sellers the right way.
• Unpack practical advice on balancing systems, mindset, and action in volatile markets.

Press play now to hear how Nick and Dan are helping investors stay sharp, stay strategic, and find deals where others see roadblocks.

Ready to take a deep dive and learn how to generate personal tax free cash flow from your corporation? Enroll in our FREE masterclass here and book a call here

Discover which phase of wealth creation you are in. Take our quick assessment and you’ll receive a custom wealth-building pathway that matches your phase and learn our CRA compliant tax optimized strategies. Take that assessment here.

Canadian Wealth Secrets Show Notes Page:

Consider reaching out to Kyle

if you’ve been…

• …taking a salary with a goal of stuffing RRSPs;
• …investing inside your corporation without a passive income tax minimization strategy;
• …letting a large sum of liquid assets sit in low interest earning savings accounts;
• …investing corporate dollars into GICs, dividend stocks/funds, or other investments attracting corporate passive income taxes at greater than 50%; or,
• …wondering whether your current corporate wealth management strategy is optimal for your specific situation.

Struggling to find real estate deals in Canada’s current market? In this episode, we’re joined by Nick Hill and Daniel Foch of the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast to explore creative financing strategies like vendor take-back (VTB) mortgages, how to pitch seller financing, and why leading with value beats chasing perfection. Learn how to navigate Canada’s volatile real estate landscape, build powerful partnerships, and take action on the right deals. Perfect for investors looking to grow in 2025. Topics include Canadian real estate, real estate investing Canada, vendor take ba

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Canadian Wealth Secrets is an informative podcast that digs into the intricacies of building a robust portfolio, maximizing dividend returns, the nuances of real estate investment, and the complexities of business finance, while offering expert advice on wealth management, navigating capital gains tax, and understanding the role of financial institutions in personal finance.

Are you making the million-dollar mistake most Canadians don't realize until it's too late?

If you're laser-focused on crushing your mortgage as fast as possible, it might feel like the smartest move — but what if that strategy is silently costing you hundreds of thousands in long-term wealth? In this episode, Jon Orr and Kyle Pearce break down the numbers behind three key financial paths, and reveal how smart structuring — not more money — is what truly builds wealth. Whether you're curious about investing early, optimizing tax strategies, or leveraging your home equity, this is a must-listen.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why paying off your mortgage faster could leave you significantly worse off — and what to do instead
  
  
• How the Smith Maneuver can turn your mortgage into a wealth-building tool without increasing your monthly contributions
  
  
• The specific numbers behind three real-life financial scenarios — and which one leads to over $600K more in long-term net worth

Hit play now to uncover how small shifts in strategy could lead to massive financial gains.

Ready to take a deep dive and learn how to generate personal tax free cash flow from your corporation? Enroll in our FREE masterclass here and book a call here

Discover which phase of wealth creation you are in. Take our quick assessment and you’ll receive a custom wealth-building pathway that matches your phase and learn our CRA compliant tax optimized strategies. Take that assessment here.

Canadian Wealth Secrets Show Notes Page:

Consider reaching out to Kyle

if you’ve been…

• …taking a salary with a goal of stuffing RRSPs;
• …investing inside your corporation without a passive income tax minimization strategy;
• …letting a large sum of liquid assets sit in low interest earning savings accounts;
• …investing corporate dollars into GICs, dividend stocks/funds, or other investments attracting corporate passive income taxes at greater than 50%; or,
• …wondering whether your current corporate wealth management strategy is optimal for your specific situation.

In this episode, we explore whether paying off your mortgage early or investing is the smarter financial move, especially in the context of rising interest rates. We discuss leveraging tools like a HELOC for real estate investing and how strategies like Canadian investing, infinite banking, and bank on yourself through participating whole life insurance, permanent life insurance, or universal life insurance can help grow your wealth while minimizing income taxes and enhancing estate planning.

Ready to connect? Text us your comment including your phone number for a response!

Canadian Wealth Secrets is an informative podcast that digs into the intricacies of building a robust portfolio, maximizing dividend returns, the nuances of real estate investment, and the complexities of business finance, while offering expert advice on wealth management, navigating capital gains tax, and understanding the role of financial institutions in personal finance.