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Welcome to The Pumped On Property Show Podcast, hosted by investors Ben & Simon Everingham. On this podcast, you'll learn how to build your property portfolio with confidence and achieve financial freedom. Both Ben and Simon have made a lot of mistakes and learnt a lot of lessons the hard way on their journey to buying over $500,000,000 worth of investment property in Australia for themselves and their clients. Looking back, these mistakes have made them the investors they are today. At Pumped On Property, we help investors build their property portfolios with confidence & achieve financial freedom. As a business, we've helped our clients buy over $500,000,000 worth of investment property in Australia. We believe you were born to be financially free and living a life filled with choices. The choice to spend more time with the people you care about, do meaningful work, help others, move better, travel the world, and become the best version of yourself. We look forward to helping you get there. DISCLAIMER The viewer acknowledges and agrees that: (a) Pumped on Property (POP) is not a licensed financial services adviser, accountant, solicitor, builder, engineer, architect, town planner or property manager; (b) POP is a licensed real estate agent who conducts business as a 'buyer's agent. (c) POP conveys the information provided on this video channel as general information only and is not tailored to the viewer's particular financial circumstances or expectations; (d) The information provided on this video channel cannot be relied upon by the viewer as providing any advice upon which the viewer might rely in making any decision concerning their financial circumstances or the sale or purchase of any real property; (e) The use to which the viewer may make of the information provided on this video channel is subject to the viewer seeking independent professional advice from legal, financial, taxation and accounting advisers before making any decision affecting their financial circumstances or the sale or purchase of any real property; (f) The information provided in this video channel, given that it is general in nature, is not suitable or applicable to the viewer's individual circumstances, needs, objectives or expectations; (g) In providing the information on this video channel, POP has made no representation, provided no advice, and given no warranty or promise as to the suitability, or otherwise, of any investment in any real property; (h) POP is unable to predict the short or long-term future of the global Australian financial market or the property markets and acknowledges that prices may rise, fall, or be stagnant for long periods of time, and that POP has no control over the market or any returns to any investor in the market; (i) POP has made no representation, promise or warranty as to the competence of any third-party service providers referred to on this video channel. I acknowledge that I have read and understood the disclaimer with respect to POP's services set out above before accessing this video channel."

Welcome to The Pumped On Property Show Podcast, hosted by investors Ben & Simon Everingham. On this podcast, you'll learn how to build your property portfolio with confidence and achieve financial freedom. Both Ben and Simon have made a lot of mistakes and learnt a lot of lessons the hard way on their journey to buying over $500,000,000 worth of investment property in Australia for themselves and their clients. Looking back, these mistakes have made them the investors they are today. At Pumped On Property, we help investors build their property portfolios with confidence & achieve financial freedom. As a business, we've helped our clients buy over $500,000,000 worth of investment property in Australia. We believe you were born to be financially free and living a life filled with choices. The choice to spend more time with the people you care about, do meaningful work, help others, move better, travel the world, and become the best version of yourself. We look forward to helping you get there. DISCLAIMER The viewer acknowledges and agrees that: (a) Pumped on Property (POP) is not a licensed financial services adviser, accountant, solicitor, builder, engineer, architect, town planner or property manager; (b) POP is a licensed real estate agent who conducts business as a 'buyer's agent. (c) POP conveys the information provided on this video channel as general information only and is not tailored to the viewer's particular financial circumstances or expectations; (d) The information provided on this video channel cannot be relied upon by the viewer as providing any advice upon which the viewer might rely in making any decision concerning their financial circumstances or the sale or purchase of any real property; (e) The use to which the viewer may make of the information provided on this video channel is subject to the viewer seeking independent professional advice from legal, financial, taxation and accounting advisers before making any decision affecting their financial circumstances or the sale or purchase of any real property; (f) The information provided in this video channel, given that it is general in nature, is not suitable or applicable to the viewer's individual circumstances, needs, objectives or expectations; (g) In providing the information on this video channel, POP has made no representation, provided no advice, and given no warranty or promise as to the suitability, or otherwise, of any investment in any real property; (h) POP is unable to predict the short or long-term future of the global Australian financial market or the property markets and acknowledges that prices may rise, fall, or be stagnant for long periods of time, and that POP has no control over the market or any returns to any investor in the market; (i) POP has made no representation, promise or warranty as to the competence of any third-party service providers referred to on this video channel. I acknowledge that I have read and understood the disclaimer with respect to POP's services set out above before accessing this video channel."

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Keith discusses the rising cost of the American dream, now estimated at $5 million, due to inflation and housing prices.  He highlights the affordable housing crisis, with more Americans living in RVs and homelessness up 18% since last year.  The NAR's "Best Week" report highlights the benefits of buying during this time, including lower prices and more favorable terms. Resources: IMPORTANT: GRE mobile app listeners - Switch to listening to the podcast on the  Apple Podcasts or Spotify app, as the dedicated GRE mobile app will be discontinued at the end of the month. Check out the free video course on real estate investing at getricheducation.com/course. Show Notes: GetRichEducation.com/575 For access to properties or free help with a GRE Investment Coach, start here: GREmarketplace.com GRE Free Investment Coaching: GREinvestmentcoach.com Get mortgage loans for investment property: RidgeLendingGroup.com or call 855-74-RIDGE  or e-mail: info@RidgeLendingGroup.com Invest with Freedom Family Investments.  For predictable 10-12% quarterly returns, visit FreedomFamilyInvestments.com/GRE or text  1-937-795-8989 to speak with a freedom coach Will you please leave a review for the show? I'd be grateful. Search “how to leave an Apple Podcasts review”  For advertising inquiries, visit: GetRichEducation.com/ad Best Financial Education: GetRichEducation.com Get our wealth-building newsletter free— text ‘GRE' to 66866 Our YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/c/GetRichEducation Follow us on Instagram: @getricheducation Complete episode transcript:   Keith Weinhold  0:01   welcome to GRE. I'm your host. Keith Weinhold, the American dream now costs $5 million learn just what that will mean for you. The beauty of 50 year mortgages, then after 11 years, I share the most depressing thing I've ever said on the show today on get rich education.   Keith Weinhold  0:26   You know, most people think they're playing it safe with their liquid money, but they're actually losing savings accounts and bonds don't keep up when true inflation eats six or 7% of your wealth. Every single year, I invest my liquidity with FFI freedom family investments in their flagship program. Why fixed 10 to 12% returns have been predictable and paid quarterly. There's real world security backed by needs based real estate like affordable housing, Senior Living and health care. Ask about the freedom flagship program when you speak to a freedom coach there, and that's just one part of their family of products, they've got workshops, webinars and seminars designed to educate you before you invest. Start with as little as 25k and finally, get your money working as hard as you do. Get started at Freedom family investments.com/gre or send a text now it's 1-937-795-8989, yep, text their freedom coach, directly. Again, 1-937-795-8989,   Corey Coates  1:39   you're listening to the show that has created more financial freedom than nearly any show in the world. This is get rich education.   Keith Weinhold  1:55   Welcome to GRE from Norwich, Connecticut to Norwich, North Dakota, and across 188 nations worldwide, you're listening to get rich education. I'm Keith Weinhold. You probably know me by now, but if you're new, I am an active member of the Forbes real estate Council. You can see my work in the USA Today. And of Paramount import, I am an active real estate investor. We're talking about America's top shaved mammal on a microphone here, but suffice it to say, this mammal has at least shaved just how can this slack jawed mammal persist in this environment? Well, I don't know, but I've been doing it here for more than 11 years now. More on that later. This is episode 575, and each episode's release is a bigger deal than releasing the Epstein files. Today is no exception, although today's show release will get fewer people in trouble than the release of the Epstein files. Speaking of people in trouble. It is the middle class. It's the average American and the average Canadian too, because it now costs $5 million to fuel the American dream. But yet, at the same time, hordes of people are now going the other direction, and they're getting poorer. The affordable housing crisis that we've talked about here seems to probably still have not reached its crescendo. Or perhaps, if you know music, it's the opposite a diminuendo. Things are getting to a low point. How bad is it? Getting well priced out of a permanent home. More and more Americans are living full time on RVs, not like nice, fancy RVs either. Beaters. 486,000 Americans are now estimated to live in RVs because they are out of options. And the more soul crushing part of this is that that number has more than doubled just since 2021 I've got two minutes of astonishing audio footage of this to share with you shortly about the RV living homelessness is up 18% Since last year, that figure is sourced by HUD. HUD has the best stat set on homelessness, and that's a problem that's increasingly visible in your own city, more likely than not. And you know, I have personally gotten into more than just surface level chats casually with food servers and baristas, just these quick chats with them. And you know what they divulge to me, that they're living in their car. Yeah, I'm not probing and asking about that sort of thing, but they just share that with me, yeah, food servers and baristas that I just met. They will often tell me that they're living in their car within five minutes of chatting with them, and when they do that, by the way, it also makes me wonder if they're trying to get me to feel bad for them, and they're freely telling me that just to get a tip from me. Well, today, mobile homes are even being coveted. I mean living in a trailer park that is affordable housing. We covered that on last week's show now the real estate company Redfin and Ipsos, they conducted a survey of more than 4000 US homeowners and renters, and they asked respondents about the struggle to afford housing. And it was astounding to learn that to string together a life where they have stable housing, how people are doing all these things, they're delaying having children, they're getting rid of their pets, and some are going through the discomfort of living with an ex spouse just to have affordable housing, as far as what is now almost half a million Americans living full time on RVs and growing since they can't afford a home. NBC covered this, and it is sad. Let's listen into just how squalid the living conditions are, quickly profiling two people as this reporter goes on their tiny RVs. I mean, as you listen to this, okay, keep reminding yourself, keep telling yourself this is America today. And as you'll see, this isn't even in a high cost part of the nation that we're about to profile here again, tell yourself this is America today. Well, this NBC field reporter gets shown the insides of two different RV units by two separate owners, each living by themselves, first a man and then a woman. This is about two minutes in length    Speaker 1  6:53   for Gus Francis. This is home a 20 year old camper he bought for $5,000 parked in an RV lot in Graysville, Tennessee, just north of Chattanooga. I got all my rosaries for protection everywhere. Books, books, books. now retired, he worked for decades as a commercial diver and hoped to live closer to his widowed mother, but when he sought a more conventional home, I just can't see how people with their normal job making 15 bucks an hour can afford an apartment without multiple roommates. Meals are made in the microwave, the stove unused for fear of a gas leak. Right next door is Debbie Williams. She sold her house in Kentucky to be closer to her grandchildren, but housing prices near Chattanooga increased by almost 50% since 2020 apartments are like about 1200 a month, but then you got your utilities to pay. This is permanent, plus it include is like 550 a month includes electric water, saving over everything. It includes everything. Debbie works nights, helping adults with disabilities, and says she likes her setup, even if the exercise bike doesn't fit inside. Okay? I like my shower. It's really nice. And then my bedroom, Debbie and Gus now among the nearly half a million people in the US living in RVs full time. I sometimes thought, Man, if I could have saved more money in the past. But what it was is, I don't blame myself, either, because I raised four kids with no child support, despite the tight quarters, plenty of room to build a community that matters. Ellison Barber, NBC News, Graysville, Tennessee   Keith Weinhold  8:46   gosh, cramped and modest conditions there again. Tell yourself this is America today, and see, here's the thing. From all outward signs, these two people profile. They're not substance abusers. They're not criminals that can't get a job. These are American workers that have been productive people throughout their lives. The first guy, Gus said he worked for decades as a commercial diver, and that part of Tennessee, it's not a place in the nation where the cost of living is exorbitant, either the crux of the problem here is not just the wave of inflation that started in 2021 the essence of it is the fact that inflation has outpaced wage growth. Will you ever get to having a $5 million net worth? Because that's what it takes to live the American dream today. Now, a while back, I told you how, if you amass $5 million really that's the number, that's the threshold where you could probably stop working and just invest such that you could live off it forever. But inflation. Changes that and it keeps upping that number. Well, since then, Investopedia recently came up with this $5 million price tag that's just for living the American dream in today's dollars. Let's look at what that really means, and then we'll add up the spending categories. This is really interesting. All right, the definition of the American dream. What that means is owning a home, raising two kids, retiring comfortably, and maybe throwing in an annual vacation or two. So a nice life, for sure, but nothing extravagant and okay, yes, there is this other angle of like, Money cannot buy the best things in life, and that's true. There's a lot to be said for that, but this is not a relationships in a dating show, okay? So that's why I'm covering the financial angle here, and later today, I'll tell you how much the typical American makes throughout their lifetime, which is much less than 5 million bucks. But to get to that exact $5 million total, which is the least that you now need in net worth, the estimated lifetime costs of eight milestones most often associated with a dream were added up by Investopedia. And now, of course, everyone's dream is different, and housing costs differ nationally. But, I mean, this is pretty reasonable. Here they are. This is how much it takes for each of them today. And I'm doing some rounding retirement, over $1.6 million that's what it takes now. Healthcare, 414k this is all spent over the course of your lifetime, a wedding 38k And I hope that is wedding singular, not weddings plural, owning a home, 957k raising two children and paying for college that costs. 876k and then owning a new car, that is another 900k Yeah, that sounds like a lot, but that will include costs of financing and insurance and depreciation on cars throughout your life, and then a yearly vacation is 180k throughout your life, and pets, 39k All Right. There it is. That is the $5 million total for the American dream. And again, that is only in today's dollars. Inflation will, of course, make all of these future costs run up. All right, housing is really the biggest part of the dream. I mean, second to retirement anyway, all right. Again, the lifetime cost of housing, like I said, is 957k just a year ago, it was 930k okay, well, the national median list price of a single family home is about 430k I guess that makes sense. Most people live in multiple homes throughout their lives. Well, the price per square foot is up 50% just since 2019 that is what is pricing people out. That is what is making people become your renter instead of a homeowner. Well, this $5 million required for the dream, that is why more people are homeless or more people are living in RVs. This means that the demand for the product that you're providing to the marketplace affordable housing, that demand is considerable, and that demand is durable, and the median lifetime earnings for one American with a bachelor's degree is only $2.8 million. All right, so that's just over half as much as it takes to live the dream. But here's what's appalling. Are you ready? Here we go. This could be the most depressing and concerning stat you've heard on this show, maybe one of the most depressing and concerning in your entire life when you really think this through. All right, now, what do you think of as sort of a model for someone that is stable? How about both married and a homeowner? I mean, yeah, they're two big markers, married and home ownership that is foundational stuff when your kids grow up to be adults, if they become married in a homeowner. I mean, come on, who would be disappointed with that? That would probably make you feel proud and fulfilled. I mean, the future of the nation that is children and stable household formation material, right there. Well, by age 30, how many people do you think are married in a homeowner today, and how has that changed over time? What do you think this is the percent of 30 year olds who are both married and homeowners in the US? Right back in 1950 it was 52%.  today Okay, it is just a quarter of that. Only 13% of American 30 year olds are married homeowners today. Gosh, is that appalling? Or what? I mean, it doesn't exactly give you hope for the future, since Owning a home is a key pillar of the American dream, then the best thing that our local, state and federal lawmakers can do is to make it easier to build new housing. That is one of the most depressing stats I gave in 11 years of doing the show, probably the most depressing another thing we can do is not protest or block new development, no nimbyism.    Keith Weinhold  15:45   Now, earlier this year, the White House announced that they are considering declaring a national housing emergency. In fact, you saw me put a link to that in the section of our newsletter that we call the five, though we haven't seen a national housing emergency declared yet. If we do it all, the motivation behind it is largely to make housing affordable. One piece that's been floated out there is the introduction of a 50 year mortgage so that way mortgage payments are spread out and made lower than they are with the most popular mortgage in America today, by far, the 30 year fixed rate mortgage. Now, I wouldn't say that a 50 year mortgage is eminent and is about to happen. We can't say that, but it could be creeping closer. I mean, a 40 year mortgage that is already more of a thing. You've got 40 year HUD loans and 40 year DSCR loans both already here for residential property. We do know that buyers buy property more so based on a payment than they do the overall price of the property. Now look, I'll tell you if I could somehow magically snap my fingers and convert all of my 30 year mortgage loans over to 50 year loans. Oh, I sure would. It would lower my payment and increase my cash flow. Yes, my debt would hang around longer and well, we're right back to, you guessed it, financially free beats debt free. Let's run that comparison on a 300k loan at 6% interest, a 30 year mortgage payment, that is 1800 bucks a month, but on a 50 year loan that would be just 1580 Yeah, $1,800 versus 1580 1580 Well, that is going to boost your cash flow by $220 a month on that property, just by going from a 30 year to a 50 Year at the same interest rate. So maybe not as much of a difference as you thought, but probably worth doing, at least in the mortgage world debt free. I mean that concept of debt free that makes most people, in exchange for that debt free condition, grind and toil and work overtime and lose family time and eat dirt for decades because inflation and all these other forces work against them. And yes, this is just with mortgage debt that I'm talking about here. Of course, some debt is bad, like unsecured, high interest rate credit cards or doing a buy now, pay later, plan on a pizza that you split into four payments. That's ridiculous. And those are the type of debts you've also got to pay yourself. That's not what we're talking about here. In fact, it gets even worse for the mortgage debt free person. That extra $220 you're paying by having a 30 year loan instead of a 50 year loan, that would mean you're accumulating more dollars in home, which are illiquid. And again, 50 year loans don't exist yet, but understanding this concept and this trade off helps you be a better investor. Look, a debt free person can still be broke in the short term if they have a meager income, and they can be broke in the long term if they are not leveraging assets and debt. Being debt free, that is like bragging that you quit the gym so that you'll never pull a muscle again. I mean, you're safe for now, but you're going to be weaker in the long run. Let's use a different example. Let's just run a different set of numbers. Let's say you've got a 400k mortgage at three and a half percent interest, though your monthly payment is 1796 on a 30 year fixed. Some people think, Oh, if I just throw an extra $1,000 a month at this, I'm going to be debt free years sooner. And the truth is, yes, you will save 90k in interest, and you are. Going to own the house outright earlier. But what's the opportunity cost if that same 1k a month went into investments earning even 7% annually, after 15 years, it grows to about 311k   Keith Weinhold  20:16   Well, that is more than three times the interest savings, which again, was only 90k so for some paying off the mortgage early feels like some sort of emotional win, but it is rarely the best financial win. I mean, that is like benching LeBron to save money on Gatorade. I mean, that is a bunch of nonsense. So debt free is the floor. Financially Free is the ceiling. I mean, do you know about those popular call in shows where people are advised to lower their standards, diminish their quality of life, not go on vacations in order to get debt free? Oh, dear. I mean, those shows have got to be screening their callers closely to ensure that no one savvy actually gets on the air. Somebody, hey, how about you? Why don't you get on the air? Get on that show. Ask them some tough questions about getting mortgage debt free. You tell them yeah. Tell them that your ROI on all that equity is zero because home values change regardless of equity positions. Tell them that a home is never paid off because you'll still owe property tax and maintenance and repairs and utilities and maybe insurance and an HOA. Tell them you lost the gift of inflation eating your debt while you sleep. Tell them mortgage interest is often tax deductible. Tell them that their leverage is gone, and all these facts, every one of those I just stated, they're now figuratively not just talking. They're yelling. They're screaming now, because markets of all types are at all time highs. So instead, if you had used those funds to pay off a property, they would have really missed out on earning big returns for years elsewhere, a steep opportunity cost. Suffice it to say, I would love to see the widespread adoption of 50 year mortgages, and I would use them. The other thing that would happen is that it would make home prices rise further, because more people can afford the lower payments to bid up the price. So actually, here's something that I'm wondering about with you. Did you ever have a paid off property, and then realize all of this, and then go and get new financing on it again. Have you ever done that? If you have that would be really interesting. Let us know if you've had a property in a paid off position, realized the vulnerability and the opportunity cost of having all that illiquid equity, and then you went and put debt back on it. Let us know at get rich education.com/contact. That's get rich education.com/contact. Like Ridge lending group knows this when I have chili ridge here, like she and I discussed, you even get the cash chunk out tax free. And here's what else is interesting about this. Just say you know how out in the world of real estate agents, where people are buying and selling property, well, whenever a buyer's agent knows that that listed property is owned by a seller that still has a mortgage on it, well the assumption is that the seller, well, they might be a little more motivated to sell since they have to make mortgage payments on that property that they might not even be occupying anymore. Well, that is backwards. In most cases, you should be more motivated to want to sell a property if it's paid off because you've got all that dead equity in it that needs to be released through that sale. So really, a listing agent should be thinking, this seller has got to sell this property with urgency, if for no other reason, because he or she has lots of equity in that property. That's how to think about it. The world has it 100% backwards. That mindset is 180 degrees from the truth coming up next.    Keith Weinhold  24:25   Did you know that this week? Yes, right here in mid October every year is historically the best week of the year to buy a home. Also, what's it like behind the scenes here on the microphone? I've got that and more straight ahead. I'm Keith Weinhold. You're listening to get rich education,    Keith Weinhold  24:44   if you're scrolling for quality real estate and finance info today, yeah, it can be a mess. You hit paywalls, pop ups, push alerts, Cookie banners. It's like the internet is playing defense against you. Not so fun. That's why it matters to get clean. Mean free content that actually adds no hype value to your life. This is the golden age of quality email newsletters, and I write every word of ours myself. It's got a dash of humor, it's direct, and it gets to the point because even the word abbreviation is too long, my letter takes less than three minutes to read, and it leaves you feeling sharp and in the know about real estate investing, this is paradigm shifting material, and when you start the letter, you'll also get my one hour fast real estate video, course, completely free as well. It's called the Don't quit your Daydream letter. It wires your mind for wealth, and it couldn't be simpler to get visit gre letter.com while it's fresh in your head, take a moment to do it now at gre letter.com Visit gre letter.com    Keith Weinhold  25:55   the same place where I get my own mortgage loans is where you can get yours Ridge lending group NMLS, 42056, they provided our listeners with more loans than anyone because they specialize in income properties. They help you build a long term plan for growing your real estate empire with leverage. Start your pre qual and even chat with President Caeli Ridge personally, while it's on your mind, start at Ridge lending group.com. That's Ridge lending group.com. Hi.   Russell Gray  26:29   This is Russell Gray, co host of the real estate guys radio show, and you're listening to get rich education with Keith Weinhold. Don't quit your Daydream.   Keith Weinhold  26:36   welcome back to get rich Education. I'm your host. Keith Weinhold, there's a lot to look forward to in future months here on the show, new content from me, new prominent guests, the return of some favorite guests, a live event to tell you about and our annual home price forecast show, where I'll also reveal if last year's GRE home price prediction for this year came true or not. I have got to say I have nailed it to the exact percent a few years in a row now. But if you remember, before this year began, I forecast 5% national home price appreciation for this year. We will see how that turns out, but home prices are only up one or 2% year over year so far. Yes, not only do I make the forecast, I actually follow up with the previous years to check the accuracy. Don't you wish everyone did that? Well, it is October, and it's the month where you got to be ready to defend your love of candy corn and the same Americans complaining about inflation also bought a 40 foot skeleton for the front yard. Well, the best time to buy a home, historically, is this week this year. It happens to fall on October, 12 to 18th, as it turns out. Why would that be? It sounds kind of random, doesn't it? Well, the NAR recently reported on this, and this is what they give, a three word moniker, aptly named the best week. That's what they call it, the best week. Now, this applies more to primary residences into one to four unit investment property, but it's a little applicable to apartment buildings too, and this really helps you understand real estate buying, selling and consumer nature. Historically, this week offers the most favorable balance of market conditions for buyers. This is when inventory tends to be elevated. Prices typically dip below their seasonal peak. The buyer competition slows, and just the overall pace of the market becomes more manageable. Again, quote, unquote, the best week this seasonal shift every year, it's influenced by school schedules and even weather patterns. Housing activity typically ramps up in the spring. It peaks in the summer because a lot of families try to move while children are out of school and the desire to settle before the new academic year that's back when you've got the warmer weather and the longer daylight hours, and you got these curb appeal enhancements from Lush summer foliage that also makes spring and summer an ideal time for showings in inspections, that adds further momentum to the summer surge. These sort of things actually matter. But then the calendar shifts into fall, and demand naturally tapers off. Every year you got families with school age children that exit the market, and then the remaining inventory begins to linger longer, and prices respond by dipping below peak levels. And homes tend to stay on the market longer. This happens every year. That makes for conditions that benefit late season buyers. So listings tend to become more plentiful now each October inventory levels, they tend to peak in early fall, and that's why it's about the best time to buy. You have less competition from other buyers, home buyer shopping during again, what is called the best week, you should expect less competition. Properties tend to attract the most viewership per listing early in the spring, and that's when buyers trickle into the market before the inventory picks up. And then the summer ushers in both more homes and more shoppers, and that means that buyers face quite a bit of competition in the summer, so the best week that should offer more time for buyers to deliberate, and it can mean that sellers are more eager to compromise. And the numbers back that up historically that this is the peak week for price reductions. So what can you do if you're potentially in the market? You might want to hit up gre investmentcoach.com and have our coaches connect you with the right income property if that's the right move for you, and doing that is totally free. In fact, most listeners buy their first income property that way. In fact, if you had a good experience with a GRE investment coach, go ahead and tell a friend about it. Now, let's say that you had $1 back in the year 1995 so you've got a green dollar bill in your pocket 30 years ago. All right. Well, what would happen to your dollar if you saved it versus putting it in stocks versus putting it in real estate? What do you think would happen in each of those three scenarios? Let's do it. Let's compare well, because of inflation, your dollar would be worth less than 50 cents if you had saved it, yeah, it would have just 47 cents worth of purchasing power today. Instead, if you had put it in the s, p5, 100, your dollar would have seen some pretty significant growth. It would be worth $19 today. That's how stocks have performed over the past 30 years. But what about real estate? Well, there are so many ways to do it specifically. What if it were a rental property where real estate pays five ways, not just one or two like stock. What kind of return can you expect from real estate? Well, when you add up all five ways, just using historic norms like classic rates of appreciation and a four to one leverage ratio, you get 38% as a total rate of return in year one. And then that rate starts to fall because equity accumulates. And if you're not initiated on that, and it sounds like such a high flying number, you can see my free video course that teaches you this at get rich education.com/course, the most valuable free course you've ever taken in your life. At get rich education.com/course, let's just get conservative and say so many things go wrong with your property that we're going to round that 38% all the way down to 20% per year. Yes, if you're new here, those sound like ridiculous rates of return. Anyone that's listened here for a while instead has been enjoying those rates of return if you bought right? I mean, you have so much more time and money in your life now, but at 20% ROI, your $1 from 1995 would be worth $237 today. Wow, and again, if it were saved under a mattress, it would be worth less than 50 cents, and in the sp5 100, just 19 bucks. This is a simplified way to demonstrate that compound leverage beats compound interest. I mean real estate beats stocks by more than 12x right there and see that's the type of multiplier that you're probably going to need on your money. Since it already takes $5 million to live the American dream, you might very well need $25 million over the next few decades, while the 401 K was created around 1980 the Roth IRA created in 1998 and the GRE podcast was created on October 10, 2014, and I trust that it's had a more positive impact on your life than any of those other vehicles.   Keith Weinhold  34:56   This means that I've released weekly episodes here for. 11 years, never missing a week at all, 52 weeks a year, and we've never replayed an old show either. I am here for you. Integrity means doing what you say you're going to do. Vedran, our sound engineer, has been here with GRE for 11 years as well. That is the team, the duo, that's been bringing you this show. And also, I didn't even tell my team here at GRE this yet, so I guess they'll learn now, the platform business rate just ranked us and awarded get rich education the best of the year, 2025 as a real estate school. Yes, we learned that this award is based on outstanding reviews from real customers, not nominations or votes, but the best of the year award comes from feedback through listeners just like you. Thank you for that, and thanks business rate this show and real estate investing, they are the main things that I do, and I expect to be here for you well into the future. Now, it's sort of funny here, kind of a paradox on the show I talk about income production that's largely passive, yet producing this show at a high level for 11 years here on this side of the microphone is not passive. It is highly active. I got a reminder of this recently when a doctor buddy of mine said he considers starting a podcast on the side. Let me tell you what I shared with him that is probably a terrible idea to launch an ongoing podcast where you'll constantly carve out the time to produce high quality week after week. That is not a side gig. 99% of those scenarios fail. You've got to deliver great new content yourself. You've got to have a network of guests to compliment you. You got to perform research and then cross check your research, because you've got to publish real, true information. You need a reliable editing solution. You need some organizational skills. You're going to need to hire some skilled and specialized assistance in the real estate world. You've actually got to get out into the field and visit cities in person to corroborate your research on the ground and go to in person conferences. I mean, there's a lot to do, but I did tell my doctor friend, you know, the good news is that there are alternatives to starting a show. There are a couple of them. In fact, first, you can do a 10 episode mini series on your area of expertise, host it on YouTube or Spotify and then send that link to clients. Another thing you can do is get yourself booked as a guest on someone else's show, and you'll pay a podcast booking agent to do that one strong guest episode that could do more than 100 of your own episodes ever could. So that's my guidance. In case you know any thought leaders that considered doing that, and what things look like from my view back behind the mic, it is not passive income, although my investing mostly is and another thing, if I've hosted a past guest on the show, and I get feedback from you or other listeners that they're not looking out for your best interest, or they don't want to do the property rehabs that they promised. Well, they are not coming back onto the show. Instead, we move on. I am here to do good and connect you only with providers that are doing good. Another show related announcement, and if you listen here each week through the get rich education mobile app. This is really important if you're listening to me right now on our dedicated mobile app, the hosting platform terminates at the end of this month, so you're going to have to listen in a different way. Go to either the apple podcasts app or the Spotify app and search get rich education to keep listening that way, you'll keep learning, stay motivated and never miss an episode of my incomprehensibly slack jawed vocals, profligate and unrepentant. Again, if you're listening to me right now on our dedicated GRE mobile app, the hosting platform terminates at the end of this month, you'll have to listen in a different way. Go to either the apple podcasts app or the Spotify app and search. Get rich education inside those apps in order to keep listening after this month, until next week, I'm your host. Keith Weinhold, don't quit your daydream   Speaker 2  39:41   Nothing on this show should be considered specific, personal or professional advice. Please consult an appropriate tax, legal, real estate, financial or business professional for individualized advice. Opinions of guests are their own. Information is not guaranteed. All investment strategies have the potential for profit or loss. The host is operating on behalf of get rich, education and. Will see exclusively.   Keith Weinhold  40:09   The preceding program was brought to you by your home for wealth. Building, get richeducation.com.  

On today's Wholesale Hotline Podcast (Special Saturday Edition), we help you start your weekend right offering tips, news and mindset advice. Show notes -- in these episodes we cover: Tips to level up your wholesaling business. Motivation to keep you going on your real estate journey.  The latest industry news to keep you updated.    Please give us a rating and let us know how we are doing! ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖  ☎️ Welcome to Wholesale Hotline & Flipping Mastery Breakout! ☎️ Jerry Norton went from digging holes for minimum wage in his mid 20's to becoming a millionaire by the age of 30. Today he's the nation's leading expert on flipping houses and has taught thousands of people how to live their dream lifestyle through real estate.   **NOTE: To Download any of Jerry's FREE training, tools, or resources… Click on the link provided and enter your email. The download is automatically emailed to you. If you don't see it, check your junk/spam folder, in case your email provider put it there. If you still don't see it, contact our support at: support@flippingmastery.com or 888) 958-3028.  ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖  

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3306: Amanda Brownlow shares how shifting from owning more to embracing minimalism brought her family peace of mind, improved finances, and deeper contentment. By letting go of excess possessions and the mindset that more equals security, she discovered freedom, clarity, and more time for what truly matters. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://hellobrownlow.com/2019/03/26/how-we-feel-secure-with-owning-less/ Quotes to ponder: “That first round of decluttering (the purge) lifted a weight from my shoulders that I didn't know existed.” “We feel secure in owning less because all that stuff that was cluttering our home and our minds was gone.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3306: Amanda Brownlow shares how shifting from owning more to embracing minimalism brought her family peace of mind, improved finances, and deeper contentment. By letting go of excess possessions and the mindset that more equals security, she discovered freedom, clarity, and more time for what truly matters. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://hellobrownlow.com/2019/03/26/how-we-feel-secure-with-owning-less/ Quotes to ponder: “That first round of decluttering (the purge) lifted a weight from my shoulders that I didn't know existed.” “We feel secure in owning less because all that stuff that was cluttering our home and our minds was gone.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My dearest TFD Baddies,When you're learning about financial education, there are just so many resources. There are sooo many opinions (none of which are not necessarily wrong!), but how do you decide what you want to pursue?I love learning new perspectives, but it does get confusing. I love my Ramsey Show, but I also love listening to those pursuing the FIRE movement. Those are two pretty conflicting perspectives, so how do I deal with it?Listen to today's episodes and find out!Yours in financial empowerment always,Stephaniexoxox This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thefinancediaries.substack.com

The SECRET To Being Financially Free On this episode of Join Up Dots, we dive into the journey of financial freedom and how to take control of your money in a way that actually works for you. From deciding to live differently, to covering your bills with your own efforts, and eventually building passive income that works while you live, this episode is all about shifting your mindset from saving pennies to making your money work harder than you do. Don't forget to share your thoughts with friends and on social media using #FinancialFreedom #MoneyMindset #PassiveIncome #WealthJourney #JoinUpDots. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a review. Your feedback helps us reach more people and continue bringing you valuable content. See you in the next episode!

Billy English of Bible and Business and OnPath Coaching looks at the issue of debt, the exploitation of payday lenders, and also about what the Bible says about debt and debt forgiveness.  Vaneetha Risner addresses the hard topic of parental and familial estrangement.  Do you know why it happened to you?  How do you move forward?  Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What would it take for you to walk away from a 6-figure career that everyone else thinks is “perfect”? For Olivia Tati, the answer came after years of burnout, $25K in credit card debt, and a realization that the life she was building wasn't the life she wanted. In this episode, we sit down over brunch and unpack her wild journey: from chemical engineer in oil & gas ➝ paying off massive debt in just 8 months ➝ buying her first duplex ➝ quitting her job ➝ and building a lifestyle that lets her split her time between the U.S. and Italy. We cover the raw parts too - depression, burnout, and the wake-up call that forced her to change everything. And of course, how real estate became her ticket to financial freedom (even though she admits she doesn't “love” real estate). If you've ever thought about quitting your job, traveling more, or creating a career on your own terms… Olivia's story will light a fire under you.

Send us a text#057 Ever dreamed of ditching debt, saving 60% of your income, and walking 500 miles across Spain on a whim? What if this "impossible" path could set your kids up for true financial freedom – without waiting until 65? In this eye-opening episode, host Eric Yard chats with Diania Merriam, who crushed $30K in debt in just 11 months and built a life of options through the FIRE movement. But here's the twist: She's not just talking theory – she's showing how parents can break the consumer cycle and teach kids to retire early. Curious how a single mom retired at 49 on less than six figures? Or why "frugality" might be the ultimate superpower? Dive in to discover the secrets that could change your family's financial destiny...Episode OverviewJoin concerned parent and host Eric Yard as he explores the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement with Diania Merriam, founder of the EconoMe Conference and host of Optimal Finance Daily. Diania shares her epic journey from financial illiteracy and debt in NYC to achieving work-optional freedom – all while sparking ideas for raising money-savvy kids. Whether you're battling bad habits or seeking ways to lead by example, this episode reveals actionable strategies to front-load savings, question consumerism, and create lifelong options for your family.Guest SpotlightDiania Merriam: Founder of the EconoMe Conference (a "party about money" blending TED-style talks with financial fun), host of the daily podcast Optimal Finance Daily, and a FIRE trailblazer. She paid off $30K in debt in 11 months, saved 60% of her income, negotiated a remote sabbatical for a 500-mile trek across Spain, and quit her corporate job to pursue meaningful work.Resources & LinksEconoMe Conference: economeconference.com– Sign up for updatesOptimal Finance Daily Podcast: Daily 10-minute episodes on personal finance – available on all major platforms.Nurturing Finance: nurturingfinance.com – Dive deeper into teaching kids financial literacy.Call to ActionLoved this episode? Share it with a parent friend who's ready to spark their kid's financial fire! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite platform to help us grow. Subscribe for more on raising money-smart kids. Got questions? Email info@raisingfinancialfreedom.com or connect on social media via our site. Start early – your family's freedom starts now! Dollars and Sense free bundle give away! Support the show

Starting at 50 to be Financially Free      What would you do if you realised at 53 that your retirement fund was a million dollars short? That's exactly the challenge Gary faced in 2018, and instead of giving up, he turned it into an opportunity. His journey shows how the right mindset, education, and action can completely transform your financial future—even when starting later in life.   In this episode, Gary shares how he went from an ordinary retail worker to a successful property developer. From his very first one-into-two subdivision in Morphett Vale to navigating the challenges of rising costs during COVID and now managing a $3 million one-into-five townhouse development, Gary's story is full of lessons in resilience, adaptability, and the power of taking control.   You'll hear how he built confidence through small wins, learned to pivot when things didn't go to plan, and embraced his mantra: “If it's going to be, it's up to me.”   Whether you're considering property development, worried about your financial future, or simply need some inspiration to take action, tune in because this episode will give you the insights and motivation to get started!      

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How To Become Wealthy & Financially Free In episode 521 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with Jason Graystone, and they discuss the intricate relationship between trading and wealth building, emphasizing that making money through trading is distinct from managing that money to create lasting wealth. He explores the importance of financial freedom, the role of passive income, and the necessity of understanding one's mindset in achieving true freedom. Jason also highlights the significance of delegation, finding passion in work, and the long-term perspective required in trading. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:03 The intersection of trading and wealth 02:30 Understanding money management vs. wealth building 04:30 Stabilizing income through asset allocation 07:12 The path to financial freedom 09:27 Wealth vs. freedom 12:02 The importance of delegation for freedom 14:59 Finding your passion and purpose 18:23 Transitioning from employment to freedom 21:45 Mindset differences: wealthy vs. aspiring 24:49 Balancing contentment and motivation 26:29 The long game in trading 28:15 Where to find Jason's book “Always Free” What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!) Complete Price Action Strategy Checklist One-Page Trading Plan (free template) Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker) AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE Academy Get a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!) Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group! How to find Jason Graystone Get your copy of the book "Always Free" alwaysfree.com What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!

This week on Mount Mindset, we're tackling two big topics that could transform your business and your life.First, we break down the real difference between working hard and working smart. If you've ever felt like you're putting in endless hours without seeing the growth you want, this part is for you. I'll walk you through the signs you might be stuck in “hard work mode,” how to shift into a smarter approach, and the strategies that actually move the needle.Then, we'll look at what it takes to move your business towards financial freedom. From building multiple income streams to making the most of your resources, I'll share practical ways to set yourself up for more time, choice, and control over your future.Whether you're planning ahead, in the middle of the grind, or already seeing results, this episode will help you focus on what really matters, work more effectively, and start building the freedom you've been aiming for.⚡️ Now open: Limited 1-2-1 mindset mentoring for those ready to go deep→ https://geomcnee.com/1-2-1-mentor

Here Roger shares insights into one common mistakes that people make when on the road to Financial Freedom. This one mistake keep people from all levels of success, and disallow them from becoming Successfully Unemployed.Get the FREE Real Estate Investing Course: https://masterpassiveincome.com/freecoursesuYoutube: https://YouTube.com/iamrogerwesley// WHAT TO WATCH NEXTStart a Podcast: https://youtu.be/YdKKwSSOnJAMake Money Online: https://youtu.be/WDkRHg3uxR0Flea Market Flipper: https://youtu.be/MYEoeQPT-5E//BEST BUSINESS COURSES I RECOMMENDStart an Online Business: https://successfullyunemployed.co/p24Start a podcast: https://successfullyunemployed.co/podcourseMake money on Etsy: https://successfullyunemployed.co/goldcityCreate a Facebook Ads Agency: https://successfullyunemployed.co/laptopempiresMake $ from nothing as a Flea Market Flipper: https://successfullyunemployed.co/fleamarketflipperLearn how to invest in land: https://successfullyunemployed.co/retipsterLearn more about Dustin and find resources to build an automatic real estate investing business:https://masterpassiveincome.com/NOTE: This description may contains affiliate links to products we enjoy using ourselves. Should you choose to use these links, this channel may earn affiliate commissions at no additional cost to you. We appreciate your support!

When mortgage broker Eric Wu's wish to attain financial freedom for his family coincided with his love of property investing as a vehicle, he set out to build his $5 million portfolio. Having undertaken many jobs from scientist to salesperson, we'll find out how the jack-of-all-trades plans to continue building his diversified portfolio, about the a-ha moment where everything fell into place for him and follow along on his property journey to reach his ultimate goal of traveling to Europe and Japan with his family! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When mortgage broker Eric Wu's wish to attain financial freedom for his family coincided with his love of property investing as a vehicle, he set out to build his $5 million portfolio. Having undertaken many jobs from scientist to salesperson, we'll find out how the jack-of-all-trades plans to continue building his diversified portfolio, about the a-ha moment where everything fell into place for him and follow along on his property journey to reach his ultimate goal of traveling to Europe and Japan with his family! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most people were never taught how to spend money the right way. In this episode, Kris Krohn lays out 7 powerful things you should be spending your money on if you want to build true financial freedom. These aren't random purchases—they're key investments in your future.

Today, Nicole talks to  Money Rehabber Chelsey, who wants to know whether she should sell her dream home to give herself more financial freedom. Nicole talks Chelsey through whether she's overextending herself financially with a pricey mortgage... and spoiler alert: they have a major breakthrough.

Lead Pastor, Tim Birdwell, teaches from various Proverbs in Week 2 of Phoenix Bible Church's series entitled True Riches.

*This episode contains profanity and may not be suited for children under age 13  Charly Stoever has worn many hats—undocumented immigrant, stockbroker, money coach, and global adventurer. In this raw and inspiring conversation, they unpack how a childhood shaped by financial uncertainty led to a life of intentional wealth-building.From a full ride to Wellesley to living on Peace Corps stipends, Charly eventually found their money “aha moment” in a simple stock market chart—leading to a career in finance and a mission to help LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and neurodivergent high earners build passive income.We talk identity, financial trauma, wellness, and why pet-sitting your way through 36 countries might just be a genius wealth strategy. Charley's  advice is as bold as it is practical: “If you can fully fund happy hour, you can fully fund your 401k.”This episode is a blueprint for building wealth on your own terms—especially if you've never had a safety net.Visit prenups.com/sugardaddy to learn more about fair prenups that help couples plan for a healthy financial relationship.Watch this episode in video form on YouTubeTo apply to be a guest on the showYou can email us at: thesugardaddypodcast@gmail.comBe sure to connect with us on socials @thesugardaddypodcast we are most active on InstagramLearn more about Brandon and schedule a free 30-minute introductory call with him Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review.

New York Times bestselling author Codie Sanchez has a background working in finance but gave up Wall Street for Main Street. She is a blue-collar entrepreneur and investor known for buying and growing “boring” cash-flow businesses like laundromats and car washes. She founded Contrarian Thinking to help others achieve financial freedom through unconventional investing. Big thanks to our awesome sponsors K12.com/ROWE to find a tuition-free K12-powered school near you. AuraFrames.com/Mike Use code: Mike to get $30 off their best-selling Carver Mat frame. ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe to try ZipRecruiter for FREE. PureTalk.com/Rowe to support veterans switch to America's wireless company.  

In today's episode, I get real about what it actually looks like to build a multifamily investing business from scratch. ✅ No fluff. ✅ No overnight success stories. ✅ Just the honest truth about the grind, the fees, and why I'm still in the game—despite not being financially free (yet). You'll learn: Why I thought I'd be rich in a year... and what really happened The difference between active and passive investing (this is huge) Why you need to know your “why” before diving in What to expect if you're starting with no money If you're serious about investing, don't miss this one.

Christopher Long's journey is one of grit and vision. Starting as a contractor in need of storage for “the big stuff,” he founded Longyards Storage, transforming a personal challenge into an international powerhouse for secure, large-scale storage solutions. Alongside his success in industrial storage, Christopher built a strong foundation in real estate, starting with multifamily investments and now focusing on heavy industrial acquisitions.

What if you could break free from the rat race, create lasting wealth, and take back your time—all before turning 40?   In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene speaks with Lloyd Ross—a lawyer-turned-entrepreneur, bestselling author of Money Grows on Trees and Money Buys Happiness, and host of the top-rated "Money Grows on Trees" podcast. He shares how he built a multimillion-dollar wealth education empire, achieved financial independence in his 30s, and secured a major publishing deal with Wiley for his newest book, Become Time Rich. Tune in as he unpacks the mindset shifts, investing principles, and business strategies that helped him and thousands of students worldwide escape the 9-to-5 grind.   Key Takeaways: → How a career pivot sparked a mission to teach financial freedom and build time-rich lives. → The key mindset shifts behind building wealth and reclaiming your time. → Why most people never learn the basics of money – and how to change that. → The power of books, funnels, and Facebook ads in scaling a financial education movement.   Lloyd James Ross is a multiple seven-figure investor, entrepreneur, and financial educator dedicated to helping others achieve financial freedom. As a 2-Comma Club Award Winner (ClickFunnels) and Legacy Club Millionaire (Isagenix), he has built a reputation for success in wealth-building and business growth. Lloyd is the author of three insightful books: Money Grows on Trees (simplifying wealth-building), Money Buys Happiness (revealing the truth about money and fulfillment), and Become Time Rich (his latest book, published by Wiley). He also hosts the award-winning Money Grows on Trees podcast, which boasts over 155 five-star reviews.   Connect With Lloyd: Lloyd Ross Instagram X Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if you could break free from the rat race, create lasting wealth, and take back your time—all before turning 40?   In this episode of the Registered Investment Advisor Podcast, Seth Greene speaks with Lloyd Ross—a lawyer-turned-entrepreneur, bestselling author of Money Grows on Trees and Money Buys Happiness, and host of the top-rated "Money Grows on Trees" podcast. He shares how he built a multimillion-dollar wealth education empire, achieved financial independence in his 30s, and secured a major publishing deal with Wiley for his newest book, Become Time Rich. Tune in as he unpacks the mindset shifts, investing principles, and business strategies that helped him and thousands of students worldwide escape the 9-to-5 grind.   Key Takeaways: → How a career pivot sparked a mission to teach financial freedom and build time-rich lives. → The key mindset shifts behind building wealth and reclaiming your time. → Why most people never learn the basics of money – and how to change that. → The power of books, funnels, and Facebook ads in scaling a financial education movement.   Lloyd Ross is a multiple seven-figure investor, entrepreneur, and financial educator dedicated to helping others achieve financial freedom. As a 2-Comma Club Award Winner (ClickFunnels) and Legacy Club Millionaire (Isagenix), he has built a reputation for success in wealth-building and business growth. Lloyd is the author of three insightful books: Money Grows on Trees (simplifying wealth-building), Money Buys Happiness (revealing the truth about money and fulfillment), and Become Time Rich (his latest book, published by Wiley). He also hosts the award-winning Money Grows on Trees podcast, which boasts over 155 five-star reviews.   Connect With Lloyd: Lloyd Ross Instagram X Facebook   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin O'Leary also known as Mr. Wonderful is a serial entrepreneur, TV personality and one of the stars of the hit show “Shark Tank.” Today on the show we discuss: how to achieve financial freedom and actually enjoy your wealth, how to execute and take action on a big idea that you have, what you can do right now during an unstable economy, Kevin's personal struggles and how he overcame them, harsh truths about life you need to learn, what to do if you feel behind in life, the Shark Tank investment that still gets Kevin emotional and much more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you've consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 320 talks about how to become a financially free mom, featuring Stefanie Gonzales of Women's Wealth Effect. Listen now!Stefanie Gonzales is a proud Latina from Texas who's passionate about helping women design life on their own terms. After paying off $420K in debt and becoming a millionaire in 2021, she left a 15-year tech career to start a new chapter in Portugal with her husband and two sons. Now in her fourth year as a speaker and consultant, Stefanie shares her journey to financial independence, life abroad, and giving yourself permission to choose a different path. When she's not supporting clients, she's all in on mom life with her two boys.For full episode show notes, visit here. Listen to Stefanie's first appearance on the show here.Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel! Subscribe here.My new book is officially available to buy! Order Financially Lit! Today!Want to join our signature programs? Click here to learn more!Check out this YQD™ Sponsor:BetterHelp—Professional support when you need it, at a fraction of the cost of in-person therapy. Get 10% off your first month with our sponsor: https://betterhelp.com/dinero. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/YoQuieroDinero. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Blank is a successful entrepreneur, investor, and author specializing in apartment investing. He is the CEO of Nighthawk Equity, author of Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing, and host of the Apartment Building Investing podcast.   He shares how his journey began in software development, leading to a lucrative IPO, only to realize that true wealth comes from passive income.   After reading Rich Dad Poor Dad, Michael shifted to real estate, initially investing in single-family homes before recognizing the greater potential in multifamily properties.    Despite setbacks—including a failed restaurant venture that cost him millions—he successfully pivoted to apartment investing.    Michael emphasizes the "Law of the First Deal"—a concept highlighting how securing the first investment accelerates financial independence.   Michael explains why single-family rentals often fail to provide true freedom and how apartment buildings offer a more scalable, sustainable path.   He also shares his top success habits, including the importance of morning routines and financial planning.   Website: The Michael Blank  LinkedIn: Michael Blank Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE.  I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!

You've got some money. You've got your strategy. You've even analyzed a bunch of rentals. But you still can't find real estate deals that cash flow. What gives? Today, we're going to share three things YOU can do to turn more “okay” deals into great deals! Welcome to another Rookie Reply! We're back with more questions from the BiggerPockets Forums, the best place to ask your questions and get top-notch advice from other investors. First, it can be disheartening to analyze rental properties and come up dry, but we've got a few simple adjustments that could change your fortune. We'll also hear from an investor who's worried about an appraisal that could break their deal and show them how to use it to their advantage instead! Finally, we'll share the number one investing strategy all newbies should be paying attention to in 2025. This is a low-risk way for any beginner to break into real estate investing. The best part? It can be seriously profitable! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question here! In This Episode We Cover: Three things you can do to find real estate deals that cash flow The number one thing new investors get wrong when analyzing properties Getting an even better deal by using an appraisal to negotiate with sellers The “hottest” investing strategy beginners need to pay attention to in 2025 How to “soup up” your cash flow with co-living and rent-by-the-room And So Much More! Links from the Show Ashley's BiggerPockets Profile Tony's BiggerPockets Profile Join BiggerPockets for FREE Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group Real Estate Rookie YouTube Follow Real Estate Rookie on Instagram Ask Your Question for a Future Rookie Reply “Like” Real Estate Rookie on Facebook Follow Real Estate Rookie on Instagram BiggerPockets Agent Finder BiggerPockets Calculators Real Estate Rookie 195 - Financially Free in 2.5 Years by Buying “Low Risk” Rental Properties Maximize Your Real Estate Investing with a Self-Directed IRA from Equity Trust Ask Your Question for a Future Rookie Reply Grab the Book “Real Estate by the Numbers” Sign Up for the Real Estate Rookie Newsletter Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area Real Estate Rookie 265 - Making $90K/Year with Just ONE Rental by Combining Compassion and Cash Flow Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-547 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

***This episode is not meant as financial advice, it's two dads talking about money***Are you tired of working the 9-to-5 grind, feeling like your finances are stuck, and wondering if financial freedom is even possible for you?In this episode, we're joined by real estate investor and fund manager Lane Kawaoka, who shares how he broke free from the rat race to achieve financial independence. From starting with his first rental property to building a portfolio worth over $2 billion, Lane's story is packed with actionable insights and hard-earned wisdom. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to take your investments to the next level, this episode is your roadmap to a better financial future.In this episode, you will:1) Discover the critical mass number you need to achieve passive income and live life on your terms.2) Learn why diversification is both a myth and a reality depending on your stage in wealth building.3) Uncover the first steps to take today, even with a modest income, to start climbing the wealth elevator.Hit play now to discover Lane's proven strategies for building real wealth—and learn how to take your first step toward financial freedom today.More From Dad Mind MattersIf you have a story you'd like to tell about living with a mental illness or about how you escaped the rate race that you'd like to share with my podcast listeners, please book a chat via this link. CAN YOU HELP THE PODCAST?Dear Podcast Listener, thank you, I appreciate your support. This podcast aims to support dads all over the world, especially those struggling with their mental health.This podcast is my hobby, but I'd like it to become much more than that one day. For that to happen, I need the support of either one very wealthy angel investor or a few thousand, possibly slightly less wealthy (but no less generous) angel investors.To develop the podcast and hopefully support more dads, I need some help. With that in mind, if you enjoyed this episode and want to help me with what I'm trying to do, here is the link where you can leave a tip. ALL tips, regardless of size, are hugely appreciated, and as a thank you, anyone who leaves a tip will be entitled to a voice note message from me on their next birthday. Just contact me via the websiteThanks again for your support, and take care of yourselfJamesTo sign up for my FREE monthly newsletter - CLICK HEREABOUT MEHello, I'm James & not long ago, I was a very anxious and somewhat overwhelmed husband & dad. After about a decade of setbacks & enough coffee to sink a ship, I'm a much happier dad. As previously mentioned, I want to try & help other dads be the best they can without losing their mental health. Mental health battles are something I am all too familiar with. In 2010, my GP suggested I do a 12-week CBT course with the NHS. During this course, I was diagnosed as having Pure OCD, which explained a lot.To Buy My Audiobook, First Time Dad, Click this link FREE & "HOPEFULLY" USEFUL RESOURCESFor your free digital copy of my book First Time Dad

On this episode of The Table with Anthony O'Neal, we're joined by Morgan DeBaun, founder of Blavity Inc. and AfroTech. Morgan is sharing the game-changing insights from her debut book, Rewrite Your Rules: The Journey to Success in Less Time with More Freedom. She reveals how she broke barriers, built a business empire, and created her own path to success. Morgan challenges the notion that we must follow traditional rules, encouraging us to embrace bold moves and take control of our futures. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on achieving success on your own terms!

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Are you eager to achieve financial freedom through real estate or other business opportunities? Curious about the different pathways to replace your income with passive investments?In this episode of Podcasts, host Michael Blank shares his extensive experience with a variety of strategies to achieve financial independence, including real estate, franchises, digital marketing, and online trading. Having experimented with several avenues himself, Michael offers invaluable insights into what works, what doesn't, and the pitfalls to avoid.Listen in as Michael provides a thorough analysis of popular investment strategies, evaluating each through the lens of scalability, passivity, and risk. He shares personal anecdotes and lessons learned from flipping houses, managing rentals, delving into franchises, trading options, and exploring commercial strategies like self-storage and mobile home parks.Key Takeaways:Flipping Houses: Exciting yet not easily scalable. Discover why flipping houses might be lucrative but not the best long-term solution for financial freedom.Rental Properties: Understand the challenges of managing a large portfolio of rentals and why it may not be as passive as it seems.Short-Term Rentals (Airbnb/VRBO): Once profitable, now saturated with increasing legislative risk. Learn about the changing dynamics of this market.Franchises and Business Purchases: The illusion of passive income—uncover the hidden risks and responsibilities associated with running a franchise or business.Online Trading: Thrilling but high-risk. Michael shares his experience with trading and the reality of achieving financial freedom in this realm.Commercial Real Estate Strategies: Explore scalable and recession-resistant options like self-storage and mobile home parks, along with their management challenges.Multifamily Syndications: Discover why multifamily remains Michael's preferred strategy for building passive income and generational wealth.Ready to embark on your journey to financial freedom? Visit thefreedompodcast.com to explore resources, including a free Masterclass, or schedule a call to discuss working with Michael's team.Remember, financial freedom is possible, and there is more to life than just working and paying bills. Build the life you desire by creating truly passive income through smart investing. Tune in to learn how!Connect with MichaelFacebookInstagramYouTubeTikTokResourcesTheFreedomPodcast.com Access the #1 FREE Apartment Investing Course (Apartments 101)Schedule a Free Strategy Session with Michael's Team of AdvisorsExplore Michael's Mentoring ProgramJoin the Nighthawk Equity Investor Club

Welcome to another captivating episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, we're unveiling the secrets millionaires hold close, with a focus on a finance book that often flies under the radar but holds immense power in shaping a truly rich life—both monetarily and in essence. It's not just about amassing wealth; it's about creating a fulfilled, purpose-driven life.I walk you through Napoleon Hill's "The Master Key to Riches," elaborating on its timeless principles that extend beyond mere financial success. The book delves into the core of what it means to live richly, emphasizing the importance of a definiteness of purpose, applied faith, and the mastermind principle. I explain how these foundational ideas are crucial in not only creating wealth but sustaining a life that resonates with your deepest values.Furthermore, we explore the 12 hidden riches outlined in the book, which Napoleon Hill frames as essential to a life of fulfillment and happiness. These riches go beyond financial assets and include elements like a positive mental attitude, sound physical health, harmony in relationships, and the invaluable freedom from fear.IN TODAY'S EPISODE, I DISCUSS:The untapped potential within "The Master Key to Riches" by Napoleon HillThe 12 hidden riches that contribute to a life of deep fulfillment alongside financial freedomThe necessity of having a positive mental attitude and sound physical healthBuilding rich relationships and breaking free from the paralyzing hold of fearRECOMMENDED EPISODES FOR YOUIf you liked this episode, click here to enjoy these and more:https://melabraham.com/show/11 Tiny Habits That Made Me RichIt Took Me 30+ Years to Realize What I'll Tell You in 22 MinsThe Benefits of Getting Rich Without Anyone NoticingI Started A Business Because I Was Depressed (Now I'm Financially Free)If You're Ambitious But Lazy, Watch This VideoRECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:11 Tiny Habits That Made Me Rich: https://youtu.be/UFByH_2OAl4It Took Me 30+ Years to Realize What I'll Tell You in 22 Mins: https://youtu.be/7D6K6_4Fcl4The Benefits of Getting Rich Without Anyone Noticing: https://youtu.be/W8djQF251BMI Started A Business Because I Was Depressed (Now I'm Financially Free): https://youtu.be/Fqh-2j8LB7oORDER MY NEW USA TODAY BESTSELLING BOOK:Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine—a powerful system designed to generate income that's no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.Part money philosophy, part money mindset, part strategy, and part tactical action, these powerful frameworks will show you how to build your money machine.When you do you'll also get over $1100 in wealth resources & bonuses for FREE! TAKE THE FINANCIAL FREEDOM QUIZ:Take this free quiz to see where you are on the path to financial freedom and what your next steps are to move you to a new financial destiny at http://www.YourFinancialFreedomQuiz.com

Welcome to another transformative episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, we're addressing a common feeling that many of us have experienced: working hard but not seeing the financial progress we desire. On this episode, I'm sharing the foundational concept I call "harbinger habits"—tiny yet powerful actions that act as predictors of your financial success long before the money shows up.Through this episode, I break down 11 essential habits that silently shape your financial future. These aren't flashy, big-win strategies, but everyday practices that separate those who achieve true financial freedom from those who continue to struggle financially. The best part? You don't need to be wealthy to start adopting these habits today.After 30 years of guiding people to master their money and attain real wealth, I've witnessed firsthand which habits signal financial success and which lead to challenges. By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with the tools to change what needs changing, and take control of your financial destiny.IN TODAY'S EPISODE, I DISCUSS:Building trust with yourself by consistently executing small, meaningful actionsHandling small amounts of money as you would large sumsPreparing for economic downturns during prosperous times by having a solid emergency fundManaging your time and focus to ensure high-impact activitiesAutomating financial decisions to minimize willpower and decision fatigueCommitting to small daily improvements in your financial habitsRECOMMENDED EPISODES FOR YOUIf you liked this episode, click here to enjoy these and more:https://melabraham.com/show/It Took Me 30+ Years to Realize What I'll Tell You in 22 MinsThe Benefits of Getting Rich Without Anyone NoticingI Started A Business Because I Was Depressed (Now I'm Financially Free)If You're Ambitious But Lazy, Watch This Video9 Financial Goals You Must Hit By 60RECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:It Took Me 30+ Years to Realize What I'll Tell You in 22 Mins: https://youtu.be/7D6K6_4Fcl4The Benefits of Getting Rich Without Anyone Noticing: https://youtu.be/W8djQF251BMI Started A Business Because I Was Depressed (Now I'm Financially Free): https://youtu.be/Fqh-2j8LB7oIf You're Ambitious But Lazy, Watch This Video: https://youtu.be/nwqERPWUgZEORDER MY NEW USA TODAY BESTSELLING BOOK:Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine—a powerful system designed to generate income that's no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.Part money philosophy, part money mindset, part strategy, and part tactical action, these powerful frameworks will show you how to build your money machine.When you do you'll also get over $1100 in wealth resources & bonuses for FREE! TAKE THE FINANCIAL FREEDOM QUIZ:Take this free quiz to see where you are on the path to financial freedom and what your next steps are to move you to a new financial destiny at http://www.YourFinancialFreedomQuiz.com

Welcome to this transformative episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, I'm sharing insights I've gained over three decades in the financial world—insights I wish I could have grasped earlier. Imagine saving decades of trial and error on your path to financial freedom. This episode is for anyone feeling stuck in the endless chase for financial milestones that never quite lead to security or happiness.Through a deeply personal story, I reflect on a life-changing moment that forced me to rethink my relationship with money: a bike accident that taught me the essential question of "how much is enough?" From there, we explore the critical concepts that can shift your perspective and finances—understanding that money is a result, but not the ultimate goal.Join me as I walk you through actionable strategies and heartfelt lessons aimed at cutting years of frustration off your journey to financial independence. Your dream life may not manifest overnight, but with deliberate choices and the right mindset, it's undoubtedly within reach.IN TODAY'S EPISODE, I DISCUSS:Defining what "enough" means for you—not just in numbers, but in lifestyle.Recognizing the illusion of wealth and why more money doesn't equate to more happiness.Understanding freedom as the ultimate financial goal, granting the choice to live life on your terms.Shifting your mindset about money; seeing it as a tool or paintbrush to create your life's masterpiece.Avoiding the "I will be happy when" trap by finding joy and fulfillment today.RECOMMENDED EPISODES FOR YOUIf you liked this episode, click here to enjoy these and more:https://melabraham.com/show/The Benefits of Getting Rich Without Anyone NoticingI Started A Business Because I Was Depressed (Now I'm Financially Free)If You're Ambitious But Lazy, Watch This Video9 Financial Goals You Must Hit By 60Financial Advisor Reacts To Finance TiktoksRECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:The Benefits of Getting Rich Without Anyone Noticing: https://youtu.be/W8djQF251BMI Started A Business Because I Was Depressed (Now I'm Financially Free): https://youtu.be/Fqh-2j8LB7oIf You're Ambitious But Lazy, Watch This Video: https://youtu.be/nwqERPWUgZE9 Financial Goals You Must Hit By 60: https://youtu.be/nwqERPWUgZEORDER MY NEW USA TODAY BESTSELLING BOOK:Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine—a powerful system designed to generate income that's no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.Part money philosophy, part money mindset, part strategy, and part tactical action, these powerful frameworks will show you how to build your money machine.When you do you'll also get over $1100 in wealth resources & bonuses for FREE! TAKE THE FINANCIAL FREEDOM QUIZ:Take this free quiz to see where you are on the path to financial freedom and what your next steps are to move you to a new financial destiny at http://www.YourFinancialFreedomQuiz.com

MY 2025 CURRENT COACHING CERTIFICATION RECOMMENDATIONS:Looking for an entry point into online health coaching? Use the code EMILYCOACHING for $750 off your MindBodyGreen Health Coach Certification enrollment through this link: https://institute.mindbodygreen.com/health-coach-certification   + Watch my Certification Review: https://youtu.be/ACPFngtzAIQ?si=_uvxsiIPaQ6UlB7P Looking for an entry point into online life  coaching? Use code EMILYW1500 for $1500 off your MindBodyGreen Life Coaching Certification!  your enrollment! Check out the Certification here: https://institute.mindbodygreen.com/life-coaching  + Watch my Certification Review: https://youtu.be/LZEovxWASbo?si=pQTsUNOj_Ek21VTr Socials //Instagram + Tiktok (Coaching/Business) : @Emilywoods_coachingInstagram + Tiktok (podcast) : @thefirstmillion_podcast IG + TT (Personal): @emilyclairewoods Book a free 30 minute strategy call with me: https://calendly.com/emilywoodswellness/free-30-minute-strategy-call-with-em30 days to financial freedom: https://tr.ee/Z-aVIk8Jxv All courses + Resources: https://linktr.ee/emilywoodswellness

Welcome to another enriching episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, we're uncovering the transformative concept of building wealth unnoticed, a strategy that champions freedom, security, and peace of mind over the often misleading allure of status symbols. In a world dominated by social pressures and appearances, standing out quietly can be your biggest asset.I pose the idea that true wealth isn't about flaunting Lamborghinis or designer threads. Instead, it's about living life on your terms, without the pressure of societal expectations. Throughout this episode, I show you how to master this balance by building what I call 'quiet wealth.'I emphasize prioritizing assets over liabilities, and the remarkable power of time—why investing early compounds your financial gains exponentially over decades. Moreover, protecting your wins and keeping financial victories private shields you from external pressures and unwanted attention.For those ready to take control of their financial future, we explore actionable strategies to start building an unnoticed yet robust financial framework today. Remember, wealth isn't about what others see, it's about living life on your terms.IN TODAY'S EPISODE, I DISCUSS:The profound benefits of building wealthThe concept of 'stealth wealth' and why it mattersHow technology and automation can streamline your financial processesThe importance of prioritizing investments in appreciating assetsLeveraging time as your most powerful wealth-building toolEmbracing patience and consistency as keys to sustainable wealthRECOMMENDED EPISODES FOR YOUIf you liked this episode, click here to enjoy these and more:https://melabraham.com/show/I Started A Business Because I Was Depressed (Now I'm Financially Free)If You're Ambitious But Lazy, Watch This Video9 Financial Goals You Must Hit By 60Financial Advisor Reacts To Finance TiktoksDon't Tell People THIS About Your FinancesRECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:I Started A Business Because I Was Depressed (Now I'm Financially Free): https://youtu.be/Fqh-2j8LB7oIf You're Ambitious But Lazy, Watch This Video: https://youtu.be/nwqERPWUgZE9 Financial Goals You Must Hit By 60: https://youtu.be/nwqERPWUgZEFinancial Advisor Reacts To Finance Tiktoks: https://youtu.be/7H3TsKTHev0ORDER MY NEW USA TODAY BESTSELLING BOOK:Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine—a powerful system designed to generate income that's no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.Part money philosophy, part money mindset, part strategy, and part tactical action, these powerful frameworks will show you how to build your money machine.When you do you'll also get over $1100 in wealth resources & bonuses for FREE! TAKE THE FINANCIAL FREEDOM QUIZ:Take this free quiz to see where you are on the path to financial freedom and what your next steps are to move you to a new financial destiny at http://www.YourFinancialFreedomQuiz.com

Financial freedom isn't about saving a big pile of cash—it's about creating residual income that covers your lifestyle forever. In this episode, I reveal the three stages of financial freedom and show you the simple math behind achieving them. Plus, I'll share the two biggest wealth-building accelerants: automated business and real estate. If you're ready to escape the slow lane and fast-track your way to financial independence, let's get started!

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, I'm sharing a deeply personal journey, one that transformed my life from feeling stuck in a high-powered career to reaching financial freedom by aligning my passions with my values. If you've ever felt trapped in a life that you didn't design or yearned for a career filled with more meaning, this episode was made for you.I take you back to 1989 when I stood on one of the tallest buildings in downtown Los Angeles, realizing that despite having the career and path I was told I should want, I was unfulfilled and living someone else's expectations. Fast forward, I quit my job as a CPA with no plan and no backup, an experience that taught me invaluable lessons about transitioning from a career that is merely transactional to one that is truly fulfilling.In this episode, I introduce you to my effective transition formula, a framework born from my journey to help you move from a job that drains you to a calling that fulfills you, without being reckless. We explore three major steps — Exploration, Evaluation, and Execution — to ensure a confident, successful transition.IN TODAY'S EPISODE, I DISCUSS:How to effectively transition from an unfulfilling job to a life aligned with your callingBuilding the confidence to move from a simple idea to a financial realityStrategies to create unmistakable passion that translates into value for othersDeveloping a vetted plan, microtesting your ideas, and utilizing meaningful assessmentsUnderstanding financial viability, engaging strategic players, and determining your scale thresholdRECOMMENDED EPISODES FOR YOUIf you liked this episode, click here to enjoy these and more:https://melabraham.com/show/If You're Ambitious But Lazy, Watch This Video9 Financial Goals You Must Hit By 60Financial Advisor Reacts To Finance TiktoksDon't Tell People THIS About Your Finances13 Habits I Wish I Started In my 40sRECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:If You're Ambitious But Lazy, Watch This Video: https://youtu.be/nwqERPWUgZE9 Financial Goals You Must Hit By 60: https://youtu.be/nwqERPWUgZEFinancial Advisor Reacts To Finance Tiktoks: https://youtu.be/7H3TsKTHev0Don't Tell People THIS About Your Finances: https://youtu.be/fQQAC7WmjbgORDER MY NEW USA TODAY BESTSELLING BOOK:Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine—a powerful system designed to generate income that's no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.Part money philosophy, part money mindset, part strategy, and part tactical action, these powerful frameworks will show you how to build your money machine.When you do you'll also get over $1100 in wealth resources & bonuses for FREE! TAKE THE FINANCIAL FREEDOM QUIZ:Take this free quiz to see where you are on the path to financial freedom and what your next steps are to move you to a new financial destiny at http://www.YourFinancialFreedomQuiz.com

You’d like to be financially free, but you just don’t know how to make it happen. So, be sure to join us for today's Faith & Finance Live to learn steps you can take as Rob West shares some strategies to help you become financially free so you can serve God more fully. Then he’ll answer your questions on different financial topics. Faith & Finance Live is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here.To support the ministry of FaithFi, click here.To learn more about Rob West, click here.To learn more about Faith & Finance Live, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you dream of being financially free but are unsure where to start? Stay with us—we're here to help.Knowing what to do and actually doing it are two very different things. Today, we'll share the steps to achieve financial freedom, but the decision to take action is yours. Like most worthwhile goals, it starts with the desire and determination to make it happen.Start with a Mindset ShiftFinancial freedom begins with a change in perspective. Many people approach budgets like a diet—focused on restriction and deprivation. Just as restrictive diets often lead to overeating, feeling financially deprived can lead to overspending.Why does this happen? The Bible identifies underlying issues like greed, envy, covetousness, or a lack of faith in God's provision. To overcome these, you need to cultivate gratitude.As 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 says:“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”Gratitude shifts your focus from what you lack to what you have, enabling contentment and a more positive relationship with your budget.Practical Tips for Living Below Your MeansOnce your mindset is aligned, it's time to take action. Here are some practical steps to help you live below your means:1. Build MarginHaving money left over at the end of the month is critical for financial freedom. Start by scrutinizing your fixed expenses:Can you lower your mortgage payment by eliminating PMI?Reduce energy costs by being more efficient.Cancel unused streaming subscriptions or other recurring charges.Sometimes, simply asking for a discount—on medical bills or repairs—can save money. It never hurts to ask!2. Track Your SpendingKnowing where your money goes is essential. The FaithFi app is an excellent tool for setting up a budget and tracking your spending. It can highlight areas where you can cut back, like unused subscriptions, potentially saving hundreds of dollars annually.3. Celebrate Small WinsBudgeting doesn't have to feel like a punishment. Reward yourself for hitting financial milestones:Treat your family to ice cream after a week of staying on budget.Celebrate building your emergency fund with a special dinner.These small rewards keep you motivated without derailing your financial progress.4. Delay Non-Essential ExpensesStretch out spending for non-essentials like salon visits or subscriptions. For example, getting your nails done every six weeks instead of four can save $100 a year.5. Declutter and Sell Unused ItemsIf you're paying for storage, consider selling items you no longer need. A good rule of thumb: Let it go if you haven't used it in a year. This can free up cash and eliminate unnecessary expenses.Increase Your IncomeIf you've trimmed your expenses but still struggle to live below your means, it's time to explore ways to boost your income.Take on a side job in the gig economy.Pick up extra hours at work or ask for a raise.Leverage your skills for freelance or consulting opportunities.Even a modest income increase can significantly improve your financial situation over time.Learning to live below your means allows you to serve God more fully, free from the weight of financial stress. It's a journey of faith, discipline, and intentionality, but the rewards—both spiritual and financial—are worth it.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I recently left a domestic violence situation and will be receiving around $200,000 from the sale of our home. I have limited income and minimal debt. Should I use the home sale proceeds to pay off all my debt to start fresh, or should I keep the debt and make payments to rebuild my credit while holding onto the home sale money for a year or two?I'm turning 65 in March and will be Medicare-eligible. However, I plan to continue working and have employer-sponsored insurance, including an HSA, to which I contribute. I've heard conflicting information—can I continue not enrolling in Medicare now, and can my employer continue contributing to my HSA?My IRA advisor is transferring to LPL Financial. Charles Schwab recommended that I roll over my $300,000 IRA to them and invest directly in stocks rather than mutual funds, saying I was too conservatively invested. Should I stay with my current advisor as they move to LPL, or should I look for a new advisor at Charles Schwab or elsewhere?I have one loan left, a 7.25% bank loan of about $20,000. I also took out a $14,000 401(k) loan. I plan to retire in May when I turn 65. Would it be best for me to pay off both of these loans before I retire, even though it would mean withdrawing from my 401(k) to pay off that loan?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly PublicationNerdWalletLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

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Are you leaving cash flow on the table? Even if you own a single rental property, there are all kinds of strategies you can use to generate more rental income, whether it's house hacking, renting by the room, or converting your long-term rentals to short-term rentals. And we're just scratching the surface! Welcome back to another Rookie Reply! Today, we're diving back into the BiggerPockets Forums to answer some more of your recent questions. First, we'll hear from someone who's at a crossroads with their property. This house has paying tenants and consistent monthly cash flow, but the investor would need to sell the property this year to claim it as their primary residence and dodge capital gains taxes. Stay tuned to find out if they should sell or hold! Then, after a few cash-flow-boosting strategies, we'll discuss using a HELOC (home equity lines of credit) for a down payment and the potential pitfalls you could run into! Looking to invest? Need answers? Ask your question on the BiggerPockets Forums! In This Episode We Cover: How to determine if you should hold or sell your rental property How to reach your cash flow goals with the fewest properties possible Creative ways to maximize your rental income on a single property How to set realistic cash-on-cash return goals for 2024 and beyond Potential pitfalls to avoid when getting a home equity line of credit (HELOC) And So Much More! Links from the Show Ashley's BiggerPockets Profile Tony's BiggerPokckets Profile Join BiggerPockets for FREE Real Estate Rookie Facebook Group Real Estate Rookie YouTube Real Estate Rookie 447 – Making $300K+ Profit Per Rental and Scaling FAST with “DADUs” Real Estate Rookie 375 – Making $160K/Year From ONE “Rare” Property Thanks to Seller Financing Protect Your Properties with an LLC Through Corporate Direct Ask Your Question on the BiggerPockets Forums Buy “The Book on Rental Property Investing” Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area Real Estate Rookie 195 – Financially Free in 2.5 Years by Buying “Low Risk” Rental Properties (00:00) Intro (01:01) Should I Hold or Sell? (10:13) Maximizing Rental Income (20:43) What's a “Good” Cash-on-Cash Return? (23:40) Should I Get a HELOC? (32:36) Ask Your Question! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rookie-490 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Nicole talks to Money Rehabber Chelsey, who wants to know whether she should sell her dream home to give herself more financial freedom. Nicole talks Chelsey through whether she's overextending herself financially with a pricey mortgage... and spoiler alert: they have a major breakthrough. Originally aired 5.2.24

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