"What worked five, 10 years ago is not going to work now."

Across Canadian urban centres, the traditional commercial real estate playbook is shifting. Single-tenant corporate towers and long-term locked leases no longer dictate how modern businesses operate.

In cities like Calgary, where commercial office vacancy has hovered around 30%, flexible co-working and collaborative spaces are stepping in to revitalise downtown cores and redefine how professionals work.

In this episode of The Next Move, powered by KIC Realty, host Erin Best sits down with Sean Mackenzie, Prime Mover at Work Nicer, to explore the evolution of flexible office spaces, the collapse of the traditional commercial leasing model, and why the future of work belongs to hospitality, flexibility, and community.

Sean shares Work Nicer’s journey from a bootstrapped 3,000-square-foot sublease in 2015 to expanding across major Calgary outposts.

Together, Erin and Sean unpack how flexible workspaces support real estate professionals and entrepreneurs, why landlords need to become equity partners rather than lease enforcers, how collaborative offices enhance the hybrid work-from-home model, and how daily foot traffic can revitalise entire downtown neighbourhoods.

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Download the free playbook to audit your daily workspace friction, grade your hybrid work setup, and apply Sean's actionable "Give First" networking and time-discipline frameworks.

CONNECT WITH SEAN MACKENZIE & WORK NICER

Sean Mackenzie

Prime Mover, Work Nicer

sean@worknicer.com

www.worknicer.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worknicer

LinkedIn: Sean Mackenzie

ABOUT THE NEXT MOVE

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"The content shared on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, financial, or real estate advice. Every real estate transaction is unique. Always consult with a licensed local attorney, CPA, or real estate broker before making any investment decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts."

💰The question isn’t ‘Can I afford the purchase?’ It’s ‘Can I afford the monthly payment?’

For many real estate agents, the challenge isn’t earning money. It’s knowing where the money goes, keeping enough for taxes, controlling expenses, and building a business that actually produces profit.

In this episode of The Next Move, powered by KIC Realty, host Erin Best sits down with Jennifer Hume, founder of The Profitable Agent and a Certified Profit First Professional, to unpack the financial habits that can make or break a real estate career.

Jennifer brings more than two decades of bookkeeping experience, including 11 years working primarily with real estate professionals. She shares her own journey from $20,000 in corporate credit card debt to building a profitable, intentional financial system using the Profit First methodology.

Together, Erin and Jennifer explore why commission-based income requires a different approach to money management, why traditional budgeting often fails agents, how small recurring expenses create cash bleed, and why financial clarity is about much more than GCI.

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Ready to stop wondering where the money went?

Watch the Masterclass: The 5 Account System & Eliminating Cash Bleed for Real Estate Agents and download the THE PROFITABLE AGENT: FINANCIAL CLARITY WORKSHEET.

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Use the worksheet to identify where your money goes, where cash may be leaking, and where you can create greater financial clarity in your real estate business.

👩‍💼 CONNECT WITH JENNIFER HUME

Jennifer Hume

Founder, The Profitable Agent

Certified Profit First Professional

📧 info@theprofitableagent.ca

🌐 www.theprofitableagent.ca

📺 YouTube: Profitable Agents

📸 Instagram: @profitableagents

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"The content shared on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, financial, or real estate advice. Every real estate transaction is unique. Always consult with a licensed local attorney, CPA, or real estate broker before making any investment decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts."

What if you could start earning steady, passive income from real‑estate , with just $5,000 in your pocket?

In today’s episode, we sit down with Natasha Phipps, a Calgary‑based real‑estate strategist with more than 18 years of experience, the founder of Phipps Real Estate Group, and co‑founder of WealthShare, a private real‑estate investment trust (REIT) that’s shaking up the Canadian market.

From buying her first property before she turned 20 to battling severe health challenges that taught her the true value of a financial safety net, Natasha’s story is as inspiring as it is instructive. She explains how her early lessons- thanks to a mom who warned her that “renting is paying someone else’s mortgage” sparked a lifelong passion for turning real‑estate into passive wealth.

We dive into:

• What WealthShare is – a low‑minimum ($5,000) multifamily REIT that lets everyday Canadians invest using TFSA, RRSP, or cash.
• Why multifamily in Alberta – the power of net operating income, debt pay‑down, and scalability versus single‑family homes.
• How the platform stays accessible – webinars, free education, transparent fee structures, and a board of independent trustees.
• The investor journey – from the first introductory call, through the exempt market dealer (EMD) process, to ongoing passive reporting.
• Common misconceptions – you don’t need a huge bankroll or endless time to invest, and the “other‑people‑money” hype is often overblown.
• Practical advice for newcomers – building credit, starting with 5‑10 K, and the mindset shifts that turn money into a tool rather than a stressor.
• Future plans – growth into Saskatchewan, strategic partnerships, and the next wave of capital‑raising in a cautious economy.

Whether you’re a seasoned landlord, a curious first‑time investor, or a real‑estate professional looking to better serve clients, Natasha’s blend of personal grit, market expertise, and commitment to education offers a roadmap to building a resilient, passive‑income portfolio.

Grab your coffee, settle in, and get ready to learn how real‑estate investing can be accessible, transparent, and profitable—the three words Natasha uses to describe WealthShare. Let’s make the next move together!

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Connect with Natasha Phipps

www.WealthShare.ca insta @natasha_phipps @wealthsharereit

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"The content shared on this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, financial, or real estate advice. Every real estate transaction is unique. Always consult with a licensed local attorney, CPA, or real estate broker before making any investment decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the hosts."