Not considering passing any of this in inheritence (no kids, plans) so i just need to maximize my returns.What is a good estimate to use regarding retirement funding from both rental property and 401k?

With your brother, get him to a good tax guy (many are on board here) that can also explain the long term advantages of paying something into social security, that would be more educational than a book he probably will not read. 

Hi,I am in the process of creating a board game to pitch to BiggerPockets.Most of us on here have played or at least heard of the CashFlow game by Robert Kiyosaki.

Now I want to get his game for my kids to play so they can learn early!

I recently purchased a house in Hamilton, Ontario.Going to convert single (bungalow) to duplex.Would it be possible to advise if there is anything in below that you think is unnecessary for our investment purpose:Ground Floor:- Has all original items but painted- existing old wood floor (narrow wd strips)- existing laminate countertop with old painted cabinets- existing painted base boards- washrooms fixtures are working fine - painted old vanity cabinetShould I leave all items above leave as is?

I would prioritize finding an accountant who specializes in real estate taxation over one that is local.There are 20+ accountants on this message board who specialize in real estate taxation.

Not an accountant or cpa but there are many ways to reduce taxable income if you have a business such as paying kids to do some work and make sure you account properly for expenses.

I'd recommend talking this through with anyone you're working with that is serving more as a financial adviser or mentor who knows more about your personal situation than you're probably willing to share on a public message board.  

Even worse if you have a smoke allergy like I do and specifically searched for a smoke free building.In our current multi-unit (5 floors) there was a tenant who tried to get around the no smoking building policy by leaning out their window and dropping their butts into our yard (basement apartment with a yard) for my dog and kid to crawl in. 

I won't give anything to my kids until I know who they are as people.