Podcasts about business credit

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  CLICK THE LINK TO GET ACCESS:  https://www.creditcounselelite.com/event-access How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report: https://www.myscoreiq.com/get-fico-max.aspx?offercode=432121Z8 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

There's a big misconception in real estate that you need to quit your job, go all in, and take massive risks to build real wealth. This episode proves the opposite. We sit down with Tommy Stelzer, a member of our community who had been following us for a while before finally deciding to invest in himself and join the Wealth Juice Inner Circle. This decision ultimately springboarded his journey to not only growing his real estate portfolio, but started a podcast as well. Originally from Pennsylvania and now based in Orlando, he carved out a niche in student rentals in a small college town and has since grown his portfolio to 10+ units, all while still working full-time.   In this conversation, we break down what actually changed once he stopped trying to figure it out alone. Instead of bouncing between strategies, he focused on one niche, built relationships with people ahead of him, and followed a clear roadmap inside the room. The accountability, collaboration, and access to people doing deals at a higher level gave him clarity and momentum. Starting small built confidence. Choosing a lane created traction. Getting in the right environment accelerated everything.   If you're someone who's been listening, learning, and waiting for the “right time” to make your move, this episode is for you. You don't need to quit your job. You don't need to have it all figured out. But you do need a plan, and the right people around you. This is what it looks like when you invest in yourself, commit to a path, and start building real momentum toward financial freedom without blowing up your stability. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

There was a time when Gabe Johansen's life revolved around partying, late nights, and a lack of direction - a path that was quickly heading somewhere dangerous. Today, based out of Salem, he controls over $200 million in real estate assets. In this episode, we sit down with Gabe to unpack the full transformation: the turning point that forced him to reevaluate everything, how he rebuilt his identity from the ground up, and the first deals that set him on a completely different trajectory.    We break down how he scaled from smaller investments to institutional-level assets, the partnerships and systems required to operate at that level, and the mindset shift that separates people who dabble in real estate from those who build real wealth. This episode is about transformation — about choosing to create a new version of yourself when it matters most. And throughout the conversation, Gabe shares tactful, real-world insight into how he strategically scaled his multifamily portfolio to over $200M. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments Guest: with Jonathan Mitchell ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report:https://myfreescorenow.com/enroll/?AID=COUNSELELITELLC&PID=18983 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

He landed in the US with $50 and quickly realized he had about a week to figure everything out. With a 60-day clock hanging over his head and no guarantee he could stay in the country, Gaurav Dutta had two options: build leverage fast or get sent home.   What followed was a relentless path through janitorial jobs, visa lotteries, layoffs, and closed doors, including a moment where he applied to nearly 10,000 jobs just to keep his life in the US alive. Instead of playing defense, Gaurav began studying money, ownership, and real estate, eventually using house hacking, partnerships, and long-distance investing to build a 55-unit portfolio from more than 8,000 miles away.   This episode breaks down what it's really like to build wealth when the system isn't designed for you. We talk about the visa trap most people never see, why ownership became his only real leverage, and how creating systems and teams allowed him to invest passively and legally while working a demanding W2. We also unpack the mindset shift that happens when your back is truly against the wall and why pressure can either break you or force you to build something that lasts.   If you've ever felt stuck, boxed in by rules you didn't create, or unsure how to build freedom without quitting your job, this conversation will change how you think about leverage, risk, and what's actually possible when you refuse to let the clock decide your future. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

When Hollywood wouldn't return her calls, Forbes Riley didn't wait for a breakthrough. She created one. With no agent and no clear path forward, she literally acted as her own manager, creating a separate persona, changing her voice, and pitching herself for roles under a fake agency just to stay in the game. This is one of those stories that was too good not to share. This episode is a masterclass in being unapologetically yourself, using “delusion” as a weapon, and doing whatever it takes to create your own path when no one is opening doors for you. We talk about manifestation before it was trendy, why most people unknowingly fight for their own mediocrity, and what actually happens when you stop waiting for validation and start backing yourself fully. If you've ever felt like you were too much, unrealistic, or out of your lane, this conversation might be the permission slip you didn't know you needed and a reminder that the fastest way to change your life is to stop playing small and start believing in yourself all the way. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  CLICK THE LINK TO GET ACCESS:  https://www.creditcounselelite.com/event-access How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report: https://www.myscoreiq.com/get-fico-max.aspx?offercode=432121Z8 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

He was making $300K a year, still taking calls on vacation, and still missing the moments that mattered most. Then his daughter asked a simple question that exposed the real cost of his career, and everything changed. In this episode, Joey shares the wake-up calls that forced him to rethink what success actually means, how he shifted from trading time for money to thinking like an investor, and the systems and decisions that eventually led to $50K per month in passive income. We break down why high income doesn't equal freedom, the moment he realized he was the only asset in his life, and how designing cash flow around time and optionality changed everything. If you're earning good money but still feel stuck, this conversation will challenge how you think about freedom and what it really takes to build a life you don't need a vacation from. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

In this episode of Cherokee Business Radio,  Joshua Kornitsky sits down with Darren Crosby, Founder of Crosby Business Consultants, to explore a game-changing approach to business funding. Darren shares how business owners can build credit tied to their EIN—not their personal Social Security number—allowing them to access capital without personal guarantees. Drawing from his own […]

In this episode of Cherokee Business Radio,  Joshua Kornitsky sits down with Darren Crosby, Founder of Crosby Business Consultants, to explore a game-changing approach to business funding. Darren shares how business owners can build credit tied to their EIN—not their personal Social Security number—allowing them to access capital without personal guarantees. Drawing from his own […]

Most business owners are trying to grow with the wrong tools. They spend money on ads, chase algorithms, and fight for attention in crowded feeds. What they overlook is the one asset that builds trust faster than anything else. Their voice. In this episode, Shawn Anthony explains why podcasting is no longer optional for business owners who want authority, leverage, and long term growth. A podcast is not about downloads or vanity metrics. It is about becoming known, being trusted, and creating opportunities that do not come from cold outreach. Shawn went from corporate brand manager to turning his own podcast into a six figure side hustle. From there, he built a media business that helps founders and CEOs use podcast tours to amplify their voice, build real relationships, and open doors to partnerships, clients, capital and deal flow. We break down why podcasting accelerates credibility even if you have no audience, how one conversation leads to the next right connection, and why owning your platform protects you from changing algorithms and rented attention. If you are a business owner struggling to stand out or explain why someone should choose you, this episode makes the case for why starting a podcast should be a non negotiable. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

We break down how personal credit and cash flow drive small business lending and share the simple steps that boost approval odds. From DSCR to down payments and the role of guarantors, we show founders how to prepare documents, avoid common pitfalls, and choose smart starter products.• why personal credit signals business reliability• how pay history, limits, and account mix affect approval• cleaning up collections and old delinquencies• understanding DSCR and why 1.25 matters• equity injection norms for equipment and vehicles• the role of personal guarantors in business loans• what documents to bring and why a plan helps• when business credit bureaus matter and when they don't• using a business credit card to start under $5,000• how to contact us for commercial lending supportStay on track with your financial journey. Subscribe to the Money Matters Podcast and visit neighborsfcu.org/financialwellness for more tools to help you build a strong financial futureHave an idea for a show or a question for Kim? Send us a text messageSupport the showWelcome to Money Matters, the podcast that focuses on how to use the money you have, make the money you need and save the money you want – brought to you by Neighbors Federal Credit Union. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only and any reliance on the information provided in this Podcast is done at your own risk. This Podcast should not be considered professional advice.

Many entrepreneurs leave huge sums of money on the table because they don't understand business credit. In this episode, Ty Crandall, CEO of Credit Suite, breaks down how business credit really works and how online business owners can use it as a serious growth and acquisition tool. We start by unpacking the key differences between business credit and personal credit, and why separating the two is critical if you want to scale responsibly. Ty explains the types of business credit you can access without personal guarantees and what actually goes into a business credit score. From there, Ty walks us through how to identify which business credit cards truly count as credit lines, the four credit tiers businesses move through as they build credibility, and how tradelines function specifically for online businesses. We also dig into how entrepreneurs can qualify for 0% interest cards and when it makes sense to use them. Finally, we tackle how to use creative financing and business credit to acquire companies. We compare SBA loans and revenue-based financing and discuss when each option makes sense for acquisitions. If you're an online business owner thinking about scaling, buying your first company, or simply becoming more fundable, this episode is packed with insights you can apply immediately. Topics Discussed in this episode: How business credit differs from personal credit (04:00) The types of business credit you can get without personal guarantees (06:02) What makes up a business credit score (09:44) How to know which business credit cards count as credit lines (12:43) The four business credit tiers for building credit (15:32) How tradelines work for online businesses (21:25) How entrepreneurs can gain access to 0% interest cards (28:47) Is using business credit risky? (30:47) Using creative financing to acquire businesses (36:48) SBA vs RBF for business acquisition financing (48:39) Mentions:  Empire Flippers Podcasts Empire Flippers Marketplace Create an Empire Flippers account Subscribe to our newsletter CreditSuite Ty's LinkedIn Sit back, grab a coffee, and learn how to fund growth and acquisitions without risking your personal finances.  

Many entrepreneurs leave huge sums of money on the table because they don't understand business credit. In this episode, Ty Crandall, CEO of Credit Suite, breaks down how business credit really works and how online business owners can use it as a serious growth and acquisition tool. We start by unpacking the key differences between business credit and personal credit, and why separating the two is critical if you want to scale responsibly. Ty explains the types of business credit you can access without personal guarantees and what actually goes into a business credit score. From there, Ty walks us through how to identify which business credit cards truly count as credit lines, the four credit tiers businesses move through as they build credibility, and how tradelines function specifically for online businesses. We also dig into how entrepreneurs can qualify for 0% interest cards and when it makes sense to use them. Finally, we tackle how to use creative financing and business credit to acquire companies. We compare SBA loans and revenue-based financing and discuss when each option makes sense for acquisitions. If you're an online business owner thinking about scaling, buying your first company, or simply becoming more fundable, this episode is packed with insights you can apply immediately. Topics Discussed in this episode: How business credit differs from personal credit (04:00) The types of business credit you can get without personal guarantees (06:02) What makes up a business credit score (09:44) How to know which business credit cards count as credit lines (12:43) The four business credit tiers for building credit (15:32) How tradelines work for online businesses (21:25) How entrepreneurs can gain access to 0% interest cards (28:47) Is using business credit risky? (30:47) Using creative financing to acquire businesses (36:48) SBA vs RBF for business acquisition financing (48:39) Mentions:  Empire Flippers Podcasts Empire Flippers Marketplace Create an Empire Flippers account Subscribe to our newsletter CreditSuite Ty's LinkedIn Sit back, grab a coffee, and learn how to fund growth and acquisitions without risking your personal finances.  

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  CLICK THE LINK TO GET ACCESS:  https://www.creditcounselelite.com/event-access How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report: https://www.myscoreiq.com/get-fico-max.aspx?offercode=432121Z8 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

In this episode, we sit down with two operators who feel like our West Coast twins. Same mindset. Same approach. Same belief that sharing the process matters just as much as the outcome. What began in an apartment bedroom grew into a highly successful real estate business by documenting the journey in real time, staying transparent through both the wins and the mistakes, and allowing relationships to compound over years. We talk about how building in public created trust before scale, why podcasting and content became a force multiplier for their network and deal flow, and how visibility turned into a real competitive advantage in a crowded industry. This conversation is not about hype. It is about consistency, credibility, and doing the work while people are watching. If you are building a business or growing a portfolio and wondering whether to share your journey before it feels ready, this episode will change how you think about visibility, leverage, and what it really takes to build something that lasts. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

Most people start small because they are scared to think big. Ben Reinberg did the opposite.In his early twenties, with no family money and no track record, Ben syndicated a 95000 square foot industrial building. He raised millions by shaking hands, being transparent, and knowing his numbers cold. That first deal did not just make money. It rewired how he thought about risk, confidence, and wealth. Today, Ben has built and operated over 12 million square feet of commercial real estate. His portfolio spans industrial, office, retail, medical, and veterinary assets across the country. He is one of the leaders in medical office investing and has delivered decades of consistent results for investors. In this episode, we go behind the scenes of how Ben raised capital before the internet, why hard assets outperform chaos, and how controlling your emotions at the table is the real unfair advantage. We also break down medical office investing, why funds can beat single deals for diversification, and how Ben is using AI to stay ahead while most operators are still catching up. This is a masterclass in thinking bigger, staying calm, and playing the long game.  Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments Guest: with Gary Eastman ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report:https://myfreescorenow.com/enroll/?AID=COUNSELELITELLC&PID=18983 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

Most investors think laundromats are boring and outdated. The truth is, when they're run correctly, they can produce serious cash flow that rivals (and often beats) traditional rental properties. In this episode, Justin and Ashley Eaton break down exactly how a single self-serve laundromat can generate $30,000+ per month in revenue, what the real margins look like, and why this business model has quietly become one of the most overlooked income plays in today's market. We walk through a real case study where a “zombie mat” was purchased for $25,000, fully renovated, modernized with card-based systems and automation, and rebuilt into a high-volume, community-driven business serving hundreds of customers each month. Justin and Ashley explain how they underwrite laundromats with little or no financials, how they finance equipment, what expenses actually matter, and how to evaluate whether a deal can work before you ever sign a contract. This conversation also covers the operational reality most people ignore, including the upfront work required to stabilize a store, the systems that reduce long-term management, and how laundromats scale differently than real estate while still benefiting from many of the same tax and leverage advantages. If you're looking for a cash-flow-focused business that doesn't rely on appreciation, interest rate compression, or tenant turnover, this episode will open your eyes to a very different way to build income.  Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

Real estate isn't dead. Most investors are just playing the wrong game. In this episode, Joe Moffett breaks down how the co-living strategy can turn a single-family property into a high-cash-flow asset that rivals multifamily returns, even in today's market. We walk through a real example where a five-bedroom, two-bath house was converted into an eight-bedroom, three-bath property generating $2,500 to $3,500+ per month in cash flow. Joe explains the mechanics behind the strategy, including how to identify the right properties, where this model works best, layout considerations, renovation decisions, and DSCR lending nuances that most investors overlook. We also discuss why chasing $100 per door no longer makes sense, how systems and processes eliminate the management headaches people assume come with this model, and how one well-structured property can outperform an entire traditional rental portfolio. Beyond the numbers, this conversation dives into the mindset required to execute in a tougher market, the power of community and coaching to accelerate results, and why cash flow matters more than door count when building long-term wealth. If you've been told deals are gone or real estate is too hard in 2025, this episode will show you a different way to play the game.  Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

Welcome back to the Top Contractor School Podcast, where contractors come to grow stronger, scale smarter, and build businesses that last. In this episode, Eric Guy sits down with Gerri Detweiler, a nationally recognized business credit and financing expert with nearly 30 years of experience helping small business owners understand credit, cash flow, and smarter financing decisions. Gerri breaks down the often-overlooked world of business credit, explains why so many contractors get trapped in expensive financing, and shares practical strategies to improve cash flow without crushing margins.

Digital Business 101 Credit Lines & BanksIn this episode of Digital Business 101, we're joined by Tommy Kilpatrick—Accountant, Author, and Financial Specialist—to explore the fundamentals of business credit, banking relationships, and financial literacy.Tommy shares his expertise on establishing credit lines for businesses, explaining how proper financial planning and structure can position companies for growth. He breaks down how banks evaluate businesses for loans, what lenders look for during the approval process, and common mistakes entrepreneurs make when seeking financing.The conversation also dives into building financial partnerships, highlighting how strategic relationships can support long-term success. Tommy emphasizes the importance of financial literacy, offering clarity on how understanding credit, cash flow, and banking systems empowers business owners to make informed decisions.Finally, we discuss practical steps entrepreneurs can take to strengthen their financial foundation and confidently navigate the lending landscape.

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments Guest: with Brandon Cobb ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report:https://myfreescorenow.com/enroll/?AID=COUNSELELITELLC&PID=18983 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

Spencer Reese welcomes Ross Alcorn from Itinerary Boss https://itineraryboss.com/ to discuss credit card points and miles strategies, with special focus on small business owners. Ross shares how he saved $19,000 on his honeymoon, reveals tactical business spending strategies, and explains how military service members can leverage TDY travel and small business expenses to fund dream vacations. Guest: Ross Alcorn - Charlotte, NC-based travel strategist, former sales rep road warrior (6-7 years), real estate investor, and founder of Itinerary Boss. Key Topics Covered Getting Started - The Low-Hanging Fruit: Sign up for FREE hotel loyalty programs (Hilton, Marriott, IHG, Hyatt) Add loyalty numbers to TDY/TAD stays retroactively if needed Military discount: Epic Pass for active duty/spouses ~$200 (normally $1,200) Start with no annual fee cards to build credit and learn the basics Never carry a balance - if you're paying interest, you're doing it wrong Business Spending Strategies: Most common mistake: Using Amex Platinum for everything (only 1x points on most purchases) Capital One Venture X Business: Uncapped 2x points, no preset credit limit Cards earning 3-4x on ad spend (Facebook, Google ads) Use Melio (M-E-L-I-O) to pay vendors who don't accept cards via ACH (2.9% fee) Negotiate early payment discounts (net 15 vs net 30) to offset processing fees Millions in business expenses going uncharged to credit cards The 2.9% Fee Debate: Worth it if redeeming points at 1.5+ cents per point value Effective 25-40% cash back when factoring welcome bonuses + transfer value Business expenses are tax deductible Ross personally pays fees on all expenses knowing he'll redeem at 2-6 cents/point Real-World Example - $19,000 Honeymoon Savings: Cards used: Chase Sapphire Reserve, Capital One Venture, Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Ink Business Unlimited Flights: Qatar Q-Suites business class using 200K points (Chase + Capital One) Stayed 11 nights using Hyatt points at Alila properties in Bali Built point stash over 1-1.5 years through group travel booking + daily spend + business welcome bonuses Strategy: Booked award availability 355 days out when British Airways/Qatar released schedules Flexibility: Mixed business and premium economy on return flight Transfer Partners & Redemption: NEVER redeem for Amazon gift cards, statement credits, or low-value portal bookings (0.6-0.7 cents/point) Transfer to airline partners for 2-6+ cents per point value Don't use Amex points for hotels (poor value) Example: 175K Amex points = potential $12,700 business class seats to South Africa Tools: Points.Yeah.com for flight availability and award searching Military-Specific Advantages: Overseas duty stations = less competition for award space (Frankfurt, Tokyo, Seoul) Different inventory than US-based flyers TDY/TAD stays earn hotel points and elite status Annual fee waivers on personal cards (not business cards) via MLA/SCRA Chase Sapphire Reserve: $0 annual fee for military/spouses Strategic Tips: Always volunteer to pay group bills/dinners (earn points, get reimbursed) Premium economy fine for daytime flights under 8-9 hours Business class essential for overnight/long-haul flights (9+ hours) Plan 1-2 years ahead for big trips - comfortable pace to build points Opening velocity: Ross did one card every 91 days at peak (very aggressive) Combine household points (Chase, Amex, Capital One allow this) Book tickets in anyone's name, not just your own Credit Card Stacking Strategy: Don't use one premium card for everything Match card to spending category for maximum points Chase "cash back" cards earn Ultimate Rewards points if you have Sapphire Reserve/Preferred Transfer between household members before booking Welcome bonuses are the real value - daily spend is bonus Business Culture Hack: Instead of $5-10K cash bonus, give employees 500K miles + book their dream trip Tax deductible, builds culture, retains talent More memorable than cash bonus IHG Five Free Nights Strategy: Five free nights at properties up to 60K points/night Ross staying 4 nights in Grand Cayman at $800/night hotel = $3,200 saved Fourth night free on award bookings Anniversary free night each year Used for wedding block, earning 26x points on wedding expenses Common Mistakes to Avoid: Not asking vendors if they accept credit cards Using wrong card for spending category (leaving 2-3x points on table) Redeeming points poorly (gift cards, statement credits) Not tracking card benefits and credits Waiting too long to book award travel Not being flexible with dates/airports Tools & Resources Mentioned: Points.Yeah.com - Award availability search, flight ideas map Melio - Pay vendors via card when they only accept ACH Plastiq - Pay rent/large bills with credit card (2.9% fee) Free Points & Miles Cheat Sheet at ItineraryBoss.com Transfer partner guide and credit card multiplier sheets Key Quotes "There's millions of dollars that aren't being put on cards because of just not asking the right questions." "If you're earning 2x points and utilizing those points to transfer, even with a 3% fee, the numbers pencil when you're redeeming at 2-6 cents per point." "175,000 Amex points could be used to get you business class, first class seats - we used 176K Chase points for $12,700 worth of business class seats to South Africa." "Don't redeem for Amazon gift cards, statement credits, or through the portal - you're getting 0.6-0.7 cents per point. That's terrible." "Why give a $10K cash bonus when you could give someone 500K miles and book them a trip to Greece or Bali they'd never do on their own?" Who This Episode Is For Military small business owners and real estate investors Service members with TDY/TAD travel Anyone spending on business ads, inventory, or vendor payments Military spouses running 1099 contractor businesses People planning big trips (honeymoons, bucket list travel) Those currently leaving business value on the table Anyone wanting to turn business expenses into free travel Action Items Sign up for all major hotel loyalty programs today (free) Add loyalty numbers to upcoming TDY stays Check if vendors accept credit cards (or use Melio) Review current card stack - are you earning maximum points per category? Download free cheat sheet at ItineraryBoss.com If planning big trip: Start building points 1-2 years ahead Check military annual fee waivers (MLA/SCRA) Combine household points before booking award travel Contact Guest: Ross Alcorn Website: ItineraryBoss.com Free Points & Miles Cheat Sheet (includes transfer partners + credit card multipliers) Social: @ItineraryBoss (all platforms) Host: Spencer Reese Website: MilitaryMoneyManual.com Instagram: @MilitaryMoneyManual Recorded on Veterans Day. This episode reveals how military service members can leverage business expenses, TDY travel, and strategic credit card use to fund dream vacations. Whether you're spending $10K or $1M annually on your business, there are points being left on the table.   Spencer and Jamie offer one-on-one Military Money Mentor sessions. Get your personal military money and personal finance questions answered in a confidential coaching call. militarymoneymanual.com/mentor Over 20,000 military servicemembers and military spouses have graduated from the 100% free course available at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 In the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course, you can learn how to apply for the most premium credit cards and get special military protections, such as waived annual fees, on elite cards like The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card. https://militarymoneymanual.com/amex-platinum-military/ https://militarymoneymanual.com/chase-sapphire-reserve-military/ Learn how active duty military, military spouses, and Guard and Reserves on 30+ day active orders can get your annual fees waived on premium credit cards in the Ultimate Military Credit Cards Course at militarymoneymanual.com/umc3 If you want to maximize your military paycheck, check out Spencer's 5 star rated book The Military Money Manual: A Practical Guide to Financial Freedom on Amazon or at shop.militarymoneymanual.com. Want to be confident with your TSP investing? Check out the Confident TSP Investing course at militarymoneymanual.com/tsp to learn all about the Thrift Savings Plan and strategies for growing your wealth while in the military. Use promo code "podcast24" for $50 off. Plus, for every course sold, we'll donate one course to an E-4 or below- for FREE! If you have a question you would like us to answer on the podcast, please reach out on instagram.com/militarymoneymanual.  

It's been 18 months since Cory walked away from his W2 and bet on himself full time. In this episode, we pull back the curtain and give an honest check-in on what actually happens after you make that leap. Not the highlight reel. Not the Instagram version. The real story: freedom, pressure, uncertainty, confidence, doubt, and everything in between. We talk through why no one ever hands you permission to leave your job, why waiting until your business replaces your salary keeps most people stuck, and what it really feels like to live without predictable paychecks or built-in structure. Cory shares how income dipped before it started to stabilize, how months of zero dollars tested his mindset, and why learning to plant seeds six months ahead became non-negotiable. We also break down the hidden costs of entrepreneurship, from investing in ads and people to managing cash flow when bills stay fixed but revenue doesn't. This conversation also dives into how our business has evolved over the past year and a half, the different income silos we're building, why small but mighty real estate portfolios outperform door-count chasing, and how we're thinking about active income alongside long-term wealth. If you're considering leaving your W2, already made the jump, or feel stuck waiting for the “perfect time,” this episode will give you clarity, perspective, and a much more realistic framework for what the path actually looks like. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

In this episode, we walk you through the real story behind selling one of our earliest rental properties, a deal we once thought we'd hold forever, and how close it came to completely unraveling at the finish line. We break down how a roughly $20,000 investment each turned into nearly $90,000 each in just over four years, why we ultimately chose to sell a cash flowing property instead of holding it long term, and what this decision taught us about portfolio restructuring, liquidity, and the velocity of money. We also unpack the exact chain of events that almost killed the deal, including FHA financing hurdles, inspections, township certificates of occupancy, and the last minute fixes that had to happen to get this transaction across the finish line. This episode is part case study, part cautionary tale, and part reminder that real estate is a relationship game, not just a spreadsheet. We share how the right agent, lender, and contractor quite literally saved this deal, why being resourceful and calm under pressure matters more than most people realize, and how moments like this shape the next stage of your investing journey. If you're buying your first rental, scaling your portfolio, or wondering when it actually makes sense to sell, this conversation will change how you think about the game and what it really takes to win long term. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

Want to fund or scale your business with 0% interest capital—without wrecking your personal credit?In this episode, Jeremy Ryan Slate interviews Jack McCall (“King of Debt”) on how entrepreneurs can use 0% introductory business credit cards (often 6–18 months) to access $50,000 to $200,000+ in capital, how business credit differs from personal credit, and the steps to optimize your profile so banks approve higher limits.We cover:• How 0% business credit works (and what it's for)• How to stack approvals across top banks• Why personal credit still matters (and how to improve it strategically)• How to avoid the biggest mistakes that get people denied• How to manage 0% periods so you're not stuck with 20–25% interest later

Business credit is a critical but often misunderstood tool that can unlock financing, protect your personal credit, and strengthen your small business. Show Notes Page: https://www.thehowofbusiness.com/593-gerri-detweiler-business-credit/ Many small business owners assume business credit "just happens" once they form an LLC, but that's not how it works. In this episode, Henry Lopez is joined by Gerri Detweiler, one of the leading experts on small business credit, to break down how business credit really works and why it matters far earlier than most owners realize. They discuss how business credit affects financing, vendor relationships, and even potential partnerships, and why larger companies often check your business credit before working with you. Gerri explains the fundamentals of establishing business credit, including whether you should start as a sole proprietor or form an LLC, how credit reporting works, and why payment history is the most important factor in building strong business credit scores. She also shares practical strategies for getting started such as using net-30 vendors, business credit cards, and equipment financing, and how to avoid common mistakes that can quietly damage your credit profile. "Business credit doesn't build itself. You have to be intentional about it from day one," Gerri explains. Gerri Detweiler has spent more than 30 years helping people make sense of credit and financing, with a special focus on helping small business owners. As an Education Consultant for Nav, she guides entrepreneurs in building strong business credit and understanding how it can open doors for growth. Gerri has answered thousands of credit questions online, written or coauthored six books, including Finance Your Own Business: Get on the Financing Fast Track, and has been interviewed in thousands of media stories as a trusted credit expert. Through her widely syndicated articles, webinars for organizations like SCORE and Small Business Development Centers, as well as educational videos, she makes complex financial topics clear and practical, empowering business owners to take control of their credit and grow healthier companies. This episode is hosted by Henry Lopez. The How of Business podcast focuses on helping you start, run, grow and exit your small business. The How of Business is a top-rated podcast for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Find the best podcast, small business coaching, resources and trusted service partners for small business owners and entrepreneurs at our website https://TheHowOfBusiness.com  

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments Guest: with Luke Gilbert ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report:https://myfreescorenow.com/enroll/?AID=COUNSELELITELLC&PID=18983 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

Most people think development is only for the big dogs with deep pockets. It is not. In this episode, we sit down with Dustin Baldwin to break down the Build to Rent blueprint and how everyday investors can manufacture equity instead of waiting for appreciation. Dustin walks through his development take on the BRRRR method (build, rent, refinance, repeat) and explains how he takes a simple infill lot and turns it into a cash flowing asset that can pay you back and keep paying you. We talk through how the numbers actually work, why new construction can be a smarter rental play in today's market, and how building the asset from the ground up changes your risk, your insurance, and your long term upside. We also get into how Dustin thinks about exit options, why having multiple ways to win matters, and what has changed in this market now that land prices and rates are higher. If you have ever wanted to scale rentals but felt boxed in by tight deals, high maintenance, or thin margins, this conversation will show you a different path.This is the episode for anyone who wants to stop hunting for perfect deals and start building their own. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

What happens when you stop trying to do everything yourself, and instead find the right partner? In this episode, we sit down with Jake Culleny and Rob Fink, two real estate investors who met at a networking event and turned a simple conversation into a powerhouse partnership. Jake got his start in property management before becoming a real estate agent in New Jersey. Rob was already deep in the world of house flipping. Together, they realized they filled each other's gaps - and Community Developers was born. Since teaming up, they've completed 50+ flips, 10+ new builds, and built a thriving investing and development business across South Jersey - with 10+ deals in their very first year alone. This conversation breaks down the real power of networking, how to identify the role you should play in a partnership, and why putting yourself in the right rooms can completely change the trajectory of your business. If you're looking to scale faster, stop doing it alone, and build something bigger than yourself - turn up the volume on this one. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

Want to know how much you might qualify for? Just head over to www.fundandgrow.com/flippingpq the free pre-qualification takes less than two minutes. In this episode, I sat down with Ari Page from Fund & Grow to break down how business owners and real estate investors are still accessing massive amounts of capital at 0% interest—even while rates keep climbing. We talked about how to use business credit cards the right way, how card stacking works, how to fund deals, payroll, marketing, and rehabs without touching your own cash, and why this strategy beats hard money and traditional loans. If you're serious about scaling your business, protecting cash flow, and using smarter money instead of expensive debt, this episode is a must-listen. About Ari Page: Ari Page is the founder and CEO of Fund & Grow, a leading business funding company that has helped over 30,000 entrepreneurs secure more than $2 billion in business credit. With nearly two decades of experience, Ari specializes in helping business owners and real estate investors access 0% interest business credit, optimize cash flow, and scale without relying on hard money, private lenders, or giving up equity. His expertise spans business credit cards, card stacking strategies, and long-term corporate financing that doesn't rely on personal guarantees. Connect with Ari Page Website: https://www.fundandgrow.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aripage3 Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fundandgrow About Justin: After investing in real estate for over 18 years and almost 3000 deals done, Justin has created a business that generates 7 figures in active income through wholesaling and fix and flipping as well as accumulating millions of dollars of rental properties including 5 apartment buildings, 50+ single family homes, and 1 storage facility Justins longevity in real estate is due to his ability to look around the corners, adapt to changing markets, perfecting Raising private capital, and focusing on lead generation which allows him to not just wholesale and fix & flip, but also accumulate wealth through long term holds. His success in real estate led him to start The Entrepreneur DNA podcast and The Science Of Flipping podcast and education company, and REI LIVE where he's actively doing deals with members. He has coached and mentored thousands of aspiring and active investors over the last decade. Connect with Justin: Instagram: @thejustincolby YouTube: Justin Colby TikTok: @justincolbytsof LinkedIn: Justin Colby Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Want to know how much you might qualify for? Just head over to www.fundandgrow.com/flippingpq the free pre-qualification takes less than two minutes. In this episode, I sat down with Ari Page from Fund & Grow to break down how business owners and real estate investors are still accessing massive amounts of capital at 0% interest—even while rates keep climbing. We talked about how to use business credit cards the right way, how card stacking works, how to fund deals, payroll, marketing, and rehabs without touching your own cash, and why this strategy beats hard money and traditional loans. If you're serious about scaling your business, protecting cash flow, and using smarter money instead of expensive debt, this episode is a must-listen. About Ari Page: Ari Page is the founder and CEO of Fund & Grow, a leading business funding company that has helped over 30,000 entrepreneurs secure more than $2 billion in business credit. With nearly two decades of experience, Ari specializes in helping business owners and real estate investors access 0% interest business credit, optimize cash flow, and scale without relying on hard money, private lenders, or giving up equity. His expertise spans business credit cards, card stacking strategies, and long-term corporate financing that doesn't rely on personal guarantees. Connect with Ari Page Website: https://www.fundandgrow.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aripage3 Company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fundandgrow About Justin: After investing in real estate for over 18 years and almost 3000 deals done, Justin has created a business that generates 7 figures in active income through wholesaling and fix and flipping as well as accumulating millions of dollars of rental properties including 5 apartment buildings, 50+ single family homes, and 1 storage facility Justins longevity in real estate is due to his ability to look around the corners, adapt to changing markets, perfecting Raising private capital, and focusing on lead generation which allows him to not just wholesale and fix & flip, but also accumulate wealth through long term holds. His success in real estate led him to start The Entrepreneur DNA podcast and The Science Of Flipping podcast and education company, and REI LIVE where he's actively doing deals with members. He has coached and mentored thousands of aspiring and active investors over the last decade. Connect with Justin: Instagram: @thejustincolby YouTube: Justin Colby TikTok: @justincolbytsof LinkedIn: Justin Colby Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens when your dream business begins to crumble under the weight of financial strain? Too often, entrepreneurs are told to risk their homes, drain their personal credit, and shoulder impossible burdens just to keep their vision alive. But what if there was another way to access small business funding? In this episode of the Vibrant Living Podcast, I sit down with Kobie Wyatt, business strategist and VP of Business Development at TJ Corporate Consultants & Try Turing, whose mission is to help entrepreneurs build strong business credit and achieve lasting financial freedom.Kobie shares powerful insights about:The critical difference between business EIN credit and personal credit, and why most entrepreneurs miss it.How to avoid putting your home, assets, and family at risk when seeking business loans.Real stories of financial restoration for small businesses, including a trucking company on the brink of bankruptcy.Why financial literacy for entrepreneurs is the missing piece to sustainable success.How faith, compassion, and wise strategy transform financial outcomes.This isn't just about dollars and credit scores. It's about hope, strategy, and creating stability without fear.

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments Guest: with Andres Bernal ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report:https://myfreescorenow.com/enroll/?AID=COUNSELELITELLC&PID=18983 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

If you've ever felt torn between being fully present and fully committed, this episode is for you. When you're building something meaningful, the idea of work life balance sounds nice, but it rarely reflects reality. The business doesn't shut off. The responsibilities don't pause. And trying to perfectly separate the two often creates more tension than peace. In this episode, we talk about why integration matters more than balance. Why entrepreneurs don't need a clean line between work and life, but a better way to weave the people they care about into the journey. We share how communication, expectations, and alignment have played a bigger role than any schedule or system ever could. We get honest about what it looks like to build while people are depending on you. How resentment builds when the vision isn't shared. Why different seasons demand different levels of focus. And how being present isn't about doing less, but about being intentional with what you're doing and why. This conversation is for anyone trying to grow without losing themselves or the people they're building for. Not perfect answers. Just real perspective from the middle of it. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

The fastest way to kill momentum in business is scaling before you are ready. We learned that the hard way. For a long time, we thought growth meant doing more. Hiring faster. Adding systems. Spending money to buy speed. What we didn't realize was that piling more on top of a shaky foundation doesn't create momentum. It quietly bleeds it. This episode is a candid look back at what the past year actually taught us. Not the highlight reel, but the moments where things felt like they were moving forward until the numbers told a different story. We talk about where we scaled too early, the investments that didn't pay off, and how chasing growth almost cost us focus, profit, and clarity. We also break down what changed everything. Slowing down. Cutting complexity. Doubling down on what was already working instead of chasing the next shiny tactic. The real unlock wasn't more effort. It was better decisions. You'll hear how we're thinking about money, time, and energy heading into 2026, the filters we're using before making new investments, and how simplifying the business has created more leverage than any new system ever did. If you're building a business, investing in real estate, or trying to scale anything while juggling real life, this episode will help you spot where momentum leaks actually come from and how to fix them before they get expensive. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  CLICK THE LINK TO GET ACCESS:  https://www.creditcounselelite.com/event-access How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report: https://www.myscoreiq.com/get-fico-max.aspx?offercode=432121Z8 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

This episode was sponsored by Credit Stacking   LightSpeed VT: https://www.lightspeedvt.com/ Dropping Bombs Podcast: https://www.droppingbombs.com/ In this game-changing Dropping Bombs episode, Credit Stacking founder Jack McColl reveals how he scaled from $5K self-funded struggles to over $500K in business credit—and helped 3,000+ entrepreneurs unlock six-figure funding. No income proof, no tax returns, no collateral—just strong credit and smart bank relationships.    Jack shares his exact framework for grabbing $100K+ at 0% interest for 9-18 months to fuel inventory, marketing, or growth. He covers building approvals, stacking cards, turning points into free flights, and liquidating credit into cash. If you're tired of slow bootstrapping and ready to scale with the banks' money, this is your blueprint—watch now and get funded.  

Most investors assume the only way to buy rental properties is through a traditional bank. Perfect W2 income. Clean tax returns. Endless paperwork. For anyone who is self employed, owns a business, or already investing, that system is broken. And it stops people from ever getting started. In this episode, Cory sits down with Jonathan Yoo and Dustin Rosenberg, co founders of Convoy Home Loans, to break down how everyday investors are buying and scaling rental properties without relying on traditional banks. They explain the lending tools most people never hear about, including DSCR loans and non bank financing options that focus on the property's income instead of your personal tax returns. We walk through how these loans actually work in plain English, who they are best for, and when they make sense for beginners versus experienced investors. Jonathan and Dustin also share what they are seeing across markets nationwide, why waiting for perfect interest rates can cost you years of progress, and how investors are using today's quieter market to buy smarter while others sit on the sidelines. This conversation also dives into partnership, building a business alongside investing, and why understanding financing early gives you a massive advantage long term. If you are trying to buy your first rental, scale past a few properties, or feel stuck because banks keep saying no, this episode will show you a simpler path forward and help you rethink what is actually possible.This is not about gaming the system. It is about learning how the system really works so you can use it with confidence. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

Freedom does not come from one big win. It comes from knowing your bills are paid whether you show up or not. Brian Tran learned that lesson early. Raised in an immigrant family that came to this country with nothing, he watched his parents work nonstop just to survive. Hard work was never the issue. Stability was. That experience shaped how Brian thought about money, risk, and what real security actually means. Instead of chasing fast wins, Brian focused on building cash flowing rental properties first. Not to get rich overnight, but to create breathing room. Monthly income that showed up consistently became the foundation that allowed him to take bigger swings later without putting his family or future at risk. In this episode, Brian breaks down how rental properties became the engine behind everything he built. From flipping homes to scaling multiple businesses, those steady checks gave him confidence, leverage, and optionality most people never experience. When things worked, he scaled. When things did not, his life did not collapse. We also unpack how he invested out of state from high cost markets, why cash flow matters more than hype, and how stable income completely changes how you approach risk, growth, and opportunity. This episode is not about shortcuts. It is about building a base so strong that you can bet on yourself without fear. If you want wealth that supports your life instead of controlling it, this conversation will change how you think about money and real estate. Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report: https://www.myscoreiq.com/get-fico-max.aspx?offercode=432121Z8 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

For years, Mark Rampolla believed the same thing most driven entrepreneurs believe. Work harder. Scale bigger. Make more money. Then freedom will come. He followed that formula perfectly. Mark founded ZICO Coconut Water, scaled it over nine years, and sold the company to Coca-Cola for over two hundred million dollars. From the outside, it looked like the ultimate win. But instead of feeling free, Mark felt more trapped than ever. Overcommitted. Stressed. Disconnected from his health, his relationships, and the life he thought success was supposed to buy him. That moment forced a realization that reshaped everything. Freedom is not the reward at the end of the journey. It is the foundation that makes real success possible. In this conversation, Mark breaks down how chasing future freedom keeps entrepreneurs stuck in perpetual pressure and why so many high performers feel empty even after “winning.” He shares how redefining freedom changed the way he builds companies, leads teams, invests capital, and lives day to day. You will hear how presence, clarity, and alignment are not soft ideas but practical advantages that lead to better decisions, stronger businesses, and more sustainable growth. Today, as Co Founder and Managing Partner of GroundForce Capital, Mark helps founders scale without burning themselves out and build companies that support their lives instead of consuming them. This episode is a powerful reset for anyone who feels like success keeps moving the finish line. If you are building something big and don't want to lose yourself in the process, this conversation will change how you think about ambition, freedom, and what winning actually looks like. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

In this episode, we break down how two friends, a real estate agent and an insurance agent, started a podcast and unintentionally built powerful personal brands that directly impacted their businesses. What began as simple conversations turned into a virtual resume that positioned them as trusted experts long before prospects ever reached out. We explore why podcasting works especially well for relationship driven industries like real estate and insurance, where trust and familiarity matter. The goal of their content was to build name, image, and likeness and create know, like, and trust at scale. By letting people get familiar with them through long form content, their podcast worked around the clock, allowing listeners to connect on their own time without the need for constant in person networking. This conversation breaks down how a podcast helps real estate agents establish authority, stay top of mind, and shorten the sales cycle, while insurance professionals can use content to educate prospects and generate warmer inbound leads. If you are a service based entrepreneur looking to grow through personal branding, this episode shows how podcasting becomes a long term marketing asset that compounds over time, even while you are sleeping. Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report: https://www.myscoreiq.com/get-fico-max.aspx?offercode=432121Z8 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

Most people think wealth is built by picking the right stock, the right deal, or the right time. In reality, wealth is built by understanding the rules of the game before everyone else does. And those rules are changing fast. In this episode, we sit down with Bridger Pennington to break down the new framework for building wealth in a world being reshaped by funds, blockchain, and artificial intelligence. This conversation is about zooming out and seeing what most people miss. How capital actually moves. Why institutions play a different game than individuals. And how everyday investors and entrepreneurs can position themselves on the right side of the biggest financial shift of our lifetime. We unpack how investment funds really work and why they are the preferred vehicle of the ultra-wealthy. Bridger explains how hedge funds, private equity, and real estate funds are far more accessible than people think, and why learning to think like an allocator instead of a lone investor changes everything. We also dive deep into blockchain and crypto beyond the headlines, breaking down real-world use cases, institutional adoption, and why volatility shakes out retail while long-term conviction creates generational upside. This episode also explores how artificial intelligence is accelerating every part of the economy, why multiple technological waves are colliding at once, and what that means for growth, opportunity, and inequality over the next decade. We talk about how to build a portfolio that is resilient through uncertainty, why chasing fast money destroys compounding, and how to approach stocks, crypto, real estate, and alternative investments as one cohesive strategy instead of disconnected bets. This is not about hype or predictions. It is about understanding the systems behind wealth so you can make better decisions with your time, money, and energy. If you want clarity in a noisy world, a higher-level way to think about investing, and a framework that actually holds up as the future unfolds, this episode will stretch how you see money forever.Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

Most people talk about wanting an extraordinary life. However, very few are willing to live extraordinarily different to earn it. That gap is what this episode is about. Austin Zaback built what most people chase for decades before the age of 30. Over $3 billion in real estate sold. Twelve companies founded. Hundreds of employees. A national real estate team spanning multiple states. None of it came from luck. It came from obsession. In this conversation, we unpack what it actually means to be obsessed in your 20s and why that season of life is the greatest window most people waste. Austin shares the sacrifices, intensity, and relentless standards that allowed him to build trust, authority, and momentum while most people his age were still figuring things out. We talk about how he earned credibility as “the young guy” in rooms full of older, more experienced players, why mastery and work ethic still beat shortcuts, and how becoming impossible to ignore in your market changes everything. Austin breaks down why obsession is not about burnout or hype, but about commitment, clarity, and eliminating distractions long enough to build something real. This episode also challenges the idea of balance. We explore the difference between grinding aimlessly and building with intention, how Austin thinks about family, business, and long-term fulfillment, and why efficiency in your 30s is earned through intensity in your 20s. If you are early in your journey, this episode shows you the standard required to separate from the pack. If you are further along, it will force you to ask whether you are still playing at the level your goals demand. This is not motivation. It is a reality check. We hope you enjoy it! Book your call with Neo Home Loanshttps://www.neoentrepreneurhomeloans.com/wealthjuice/ Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

In Today's Episode: Host: Brandon Elliott,  https://zez.am/brandonelliottinvestments ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Resourceful Links:  How To Get Up To $500,000 Every 6 Months At 0%: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ Get Your Most Accurate Credit Report: https://www.myscoreiq.com/get-fico-max.aspx?offercode=432121Z8 Best Credit Cards: https://milevalue.com/best-credit-cards/?aff=cce Free Credit Education Resources: https://creditcounselelite.com/articles Guide to Taking Massive Action: https://amzn.to/2IZMN8Z LEARN MORE CLICK HERE: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/fb-start-here ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Meet Your Host, Brandon:  Brandon Elliott went from being off track finding himself on house arrest and burning 40% of his body to getting on track reaching $8.5 million in Assets and being acknowledged part of the "Top 100 Yahoo Finance" by using Credit Cards to buy small multi-family and scaling his businesses using the exact strategies taught in Credit Counsel Elite (CCE). CCE teaches business owners how to get up to $500,000 every 6 months at 0%. By being a member with CCE, you get to learn how to Travel Hack, get access to the 800 FICO Score Club in 30 days or less, fix credit quickly, receive $5K-15K+ of free sign up bonuses, buy Real Estate with Credit Cards, deep dive into Business Credit and Personal credit. To learn more visit: https://www.creditcounselelite.com/ ⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯ Connect with Brandon Elliott:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandonelliottinvestor YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonElliottInvestments Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonelliottinvestments LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-elliott-6b1643148

This may be the most important episode we have released all year. If you care about where your money, career, and freedom are headed over the next 10 years, this episode will fundamentally shift how you think. We sit down with Robert Croak to map out what the road to 2035 actually looks like and how everyday investors can position themselves to win while most people fall behind. This conversation is about seeing around corners. We break down where the world is going before it becomes obvious, from AI and energy to Bitcoin, tokenization, real estate, and the silent wealth transfer already underway. Robert explains why thinking in headlines keeps people broke and why the biggest wins come from simple systems, long-term conviction, and disciplined diversification. We talk about how to build a portfolio that survives volatility, why most investors sabotage compounding by chasing fast money, and how to approach Bitcoin, stocks, crypto, and real estate as a cohesive strategy instead of disconnected bets. We also explore how access to investing is changing, why opportunity is becoming more democratized, and what that means for people who are willing to learn and act early. This episode is not about predictions or hype. It is about building a framework that works through uncertainty and puts you in position for the next decade of growth. If you want clarity, confidence, and a blueprint for navigating what comes next, this is one you do not want to miss. Book your mentorship discovery call with Cory RESOURCES

Still paying for flights in cash? You're playing the wrong game.In this episode, Rich brings on credit king Jack McColl to expose the credit card hacks, travel tricks, and bank secrets that nobody's teaching—but everyone should know. From stacking points to flying first class for free, Jack breaks down how to unlock the full power of credit without going into debt.They dive into:The biggest lies banks tell you about personal and business creditHow to turn credit cards into cash, travel perks, and investment leverageThe playbook for getting $500K+ in 0% interest fundingWhy the rich never use debit cards—and how you can stop todayHow Jack flies first class to Bali, Paris, and Tulum for pennies on the dollarIf you've ever felt like the system was rigged—this episode hands you the cheat codes.Play smarter. Travel better. Let's go.Connect with Jack on Instagram: @jackmccollJoin our investor waitlist and stay in the know about our next investor opportunity with Somers Capital: www.somerscapital.com/invest. Want to join our Boutique Hotel Mastermind Community? Book a free strategy call with our team: www.hotelinvesting.com. If you're committed to scaling your personal brand and achieving 7-figure success, it's time to level up with the 7 Figure Creator Mastermind Community. Book your exclusive intro call today at www.the7figurecreator.com and gain access to the strategies that will accelerate your growth.