Podcasts about Passive

Joining us in this episode of Living Off Rentals is a real estate broker and short-term rental investor who has built a 16-unit Airbnb portfolio across multiple states while keeping family and lifestyle a top priority. In her second appearance on the show, Michelle Norman shares how she and her husband went from purchasing their very first Airbnb five years ago, to a thriving multi-state portfolio without physically ever going to their properties. She opens up about the early mistakes, the growing pains, and the systems she put in place to finally make it feel manageable. She also gets into the numbers — how she chooses her markets, what she looks for in a deal, and how she finances properties using DSCR loans and private lenders. She also talks about her 18-year-old son buying his very first Airbnb — a full-circle moment for a family that has built a lifestyle by design from short-term rentals. Whether you're just getting started or looking to scale without sacrificing the things that matter most, Michelle's story is one you'll want to hear. Enjoy the show! Key Takeaways: [00:00] Michelle Norman and her background [03:25] Getting into real estate investing [04:07] Growing from 0 to 16 Airbnb units [07:27] Passive income became the goal [10:44] Lessons learned while scaling the business [13:28] Hiring a virtual assistant to run operations [15:57] Mistakes and growing pains in the early years [17:12] Using Turno to manage cleaners and maintenance [20:00] Choosing investment markets [22:40] Michelle's 18-year-old son buys his first Airbnb [29:14] Building confidence to invest remotely [32:45] What they look for in Airbnb deals [34:34] Financing properties with DSCR loans and private lenders [36:39] Michelle's advice for first-time investors [39:36] How she structures her work-life balance [45:03] Setting boundaries in running multiple businesses [45:52] Connect with Michelle Norman [47:30] Outro Guest Links: Website: https://www.itsmichellenorman.com/    M&J Getaways: mandjgetaways.com Instagram: @mandjgetaways Show Links: Want to start investing in short-term rentals? Book a call to see if my STR Blueprint program is a good fit for you: livingoffrentals.com/call Living Off Rentals YouTube Channel – youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentals  Living Off Rentals YouTube Podcast Channel - youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentalsPodcast  Living Off Rentals Facebook Group – facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals  Living Off Rentals Website – https://www.livingoffrentals.com/  Living Off Rentals Instagram – instagram.com/livingoffrentals  Living Off Rentals TikTok – tiktok.com/@livingoffrentals 

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If you are within three feet of Ed Mathews, you are probably talking about real estate. This week the conversation is with Tom Dunkel, managing principal at Eagle Capital Investments, and it is a clinic in how to vet a deal before a dollar leaves your account. Tom has been a full-time investor for two decades. Over that span he has raised more than $50 million in private capital from a network of investors who lean on his experience to place money into alternatives most people never see: multifamily, self-storage, mobile home parks, medical office, and private lending. His pitch is simple. Real diversification is not large cap versus small cap or value versus growth. It is owning assets that do not move when a headline does. As Tom puts it, a tsunami hitting Japan can knock the stock market down 15 percent overnight, but it does nothing to an apartment building in Phoenix or a storage facility in North Carolina. The backbone of the episode is Tom's SAFE Investing Method, the same screen he uses every day. S is for sponsor: who are you writing the check to, what is their track record, and have you earned the right to ask the hard questions. A is for asset: if you cannot explain the investment to your kid or your elderly parent, you do not understand it well enough to fund it. F is for financials: do the projections hold up, and has this sponsor actually hit numbers like these before. E is for exit: you cannot click your way out of a syndication on a Tuesday afternoon, so you need to know exactly what has to happen, and over what time horizon, before your money comes back. Then Tom goes off the mainstream script on taxes. The standard advice is to 1031 exchange again and again until you die and hand your heirs a stepped-up basis. Tom's question is blunt: do you really want to be managing properties at 90 the way his mother could be. He prefers the lazy man's 1031, taking the gain, then using fresh depreciation from the next deal to shelter income, all without the rigid timelines and same-title rules that make a true 1031 nearly impossible across a group of 20 or 30 investors. Pay the freedom tax, he argues, and buy yourself passive income and time. The buy box conversation is just as practical. Tom likes private lending for first-position security and monthly checks. He likes mobile home parks and co-living because they answer the housing affordability crisis with real, unsubsidized supply, and he breaks down how a Philadelphia operator turns a $1,000 row home into $3,000 a month by renting furnished rooms to tenants on fixed income. He covers where self-storage sits after its boom and consolidation, and why he treats it like multifamily underwriting now. On technology, Tom is candid that he is still early but already getting leverage from AI. His current workflow is to go back and forth with Claude to build a long, specific prompt, then hand it to Manus for deep research on a market like Phoenix multifamily. He even has an AI clone at tomdunkel.ai that will answer your investing questions, as long as you do not bring up the Eagles. The lightning round digs into purpose beyond family, the best advice he ever got from a nine-figure investor, a job he probably should have turned down, and how he defines success now as an empty nester: geographic and time freedom, plus the room to give back through Tunnel to Towers and a scholarship he started for a friend lost to ALS. Find Tom at investwitheagle.com, grab his book The Wealth Builder's Playbook, or talk to his clone at tomdunkel.ai. Chapters 00:00 Don't let the tax tail wag the freedom dog 01:00 Meet Tom Dunkel and Eagle Capital Investments 03:00 Why true diversification lives outside the stock market 04:00 The SAFE Investing Method: Sponsor, Asset, Financials, Exit 08:00 Taxes and the lazy man's 1031 exchange 13:00 The Wealth Builder's Playbook and being the "who" 17:00 The buy box: mobile home parks, co-living, multifamily 22:00 Where self-storage sits after the boom 24:00 Using Claude and Manus to move faster 27:00 Lightning round: purpose, significance, and legacy 30:00 The best advice he ever got 33:00 A decision he would take back 34:00 On the nightstand: Invest Like a Billionaire 36:00 Defining success as an empty nester 38:00 Golf, a rock and roll cover band, and where to find Tom This week's book: Invest Like a Billionaire: Unlocking the Wealth Secrets of the Ultra-Rich by Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F3W2SNDS?tag=clarkstholdin-20 More Real Estate Underground episodes: clarkst.com/podcast Elevista: elevista.com/podcast Elevista - Speed as a Service™Elevista Connect is the first AI-powered lead conversion system built for real estate investors.

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In this episode of the Excess Returns Weekly Wrap, Jack Forehand and Matt Zeigler break down two major conversations with Mike Green and Vanguard's Joe Davis. The discussion connects passive investing flows, mega-cap concentration, AI-driven productivity, fiscal deficits, demographics, and the possibility that markets are being reshaped by forces most investors do not fully understand.Topics covered:* Why passive investing can act like a fire hose into the largest stocks* How market-cap weighting can amplify flows into mega-cap, high-volatility companies* The connection between passive flows, factor investing, size, beta, and volatility* Why Mike Green sees passive flow dynamics changing market behavior* How buy-the-dip behavior, ETF flows, CTAs, and volatility control funds can reinforce rallies* Vanguard's megatrends framework for technology, demographics, deficits, and globalization* Why long-term structural trends can affect short-term growth, inflation, and markets* Joe Davis's case that AI could be more transformative than the personal computer* The risk that AI only automates work rather than augmenting workers and creating new industries* Why disappointing AI adoption could bring fiscal deficits, inflation pressure, and higher Treasury yields back into focusTimestamps:00:00 Passive flows, AI, and the biggest forces shaping markets03:38 Mike Green on passive investing as a market liquidity fire hose08:26 The passive flow premium and why large-cap stocks keep winning12:00 Joe Davis on technology, demographics, deficits, and globalization16:20 Mike Green on whether passive flows can reverse20:46 Buy-the-dip behavior, ETF inflows, and market volatility21:25 Joe Davis on AI, deficits, and the future of U.S. growth25:04 The 20% probability of a 9% 10-year Treasury yield29:00 Why AI could be more powerful than the personal computer34:10 Final thoughts on Mike Green, Joe Davis, and the Excess Returns network

Sheriff Keith Swank frivolously accused of ‘passive harassment’ for silently attending meeting. The Pentagon went into a lockdown today as hazmat teams responded to what turned out to be a false alarm. The Pike Place Starbucks is reopening with some new features intended to attract customers. A new Washington law is differentiating between e-bikes and ‘e-motos,’ // Big Local: Renton police is utilizing some new technology during the World Cup. A Kittitas County deputy was fired after waving a gun and making threats while off-duty at a Roslyn tavern. // You Pick the Topic: Some New Yorkers have resorted to living with nuns due to high rent prices.

Tommy and Desnekka Taylor, creators of The NeuroGenesis Protocol™ and Marriage 2.0 program, have become two of the most trusted voices in modern marriage restoration.   Their work blends biblical truth, neuroscience, and identity transformation, bringing profound simplicity and depth to an area where most couples feel overwhelmed and hopeless.   To get 1on1 mentorship from Tommy and Desnekka apply & book a free call now:   https://howtofixmymarriage.com/podcast    Our Website https://www.tommyanddesnekka.com/   Instagram:   / https://www.instagram.com/tommyanddesnekka/  Facebook:   / https://www.facebook.com/tommyanddesnekka  TikTok:   / https://www.tiktok.com/@tommyanddesnekka 

The Word of God doesn't exist to affirm us—it exists to transform us. In a digital culture that thrives on scrolling and passive consumption, it's dangerously easy to treat Scripture the same way: looking at the truth, seeing what needs to change, and immediately forgetting it.In this talk. Lux Digital Church welcomes special guest Pastor Stevie Flockhart from 901 Church. Diving into James 1:19–27, Pastor Stevie challenges the trap of passive faith. Using James' famous mirror metaphor and a highly relatable story about an expensive airport baggage disaster, he breaks down what it practically looks like to move from being a mere "hearer" of the Word to an active "doer" .**********

Mike Green joins Excess Returns to explain why passive investing, index construction, SpaceX, AI IPOs and mega-cap concentration may be changing how the stock market actually works. We discuss how passive flows can affect prices, why AI earnings may be more circular than investors think, what could break the current market narrative, and why the economy feels much weaker for many households than the headline data suggests.Michael Green Twitterhttps://x.com/profplum99Simplify Asset Managementhttps://www.simplify.us/Topics covered:Why the SpaceX IPO has turned passive investing into a mainstream market structure debateHow index committees and passive flows can influence individual stocksWhy low float, Nasdaq demand and passive buying could create unusual IPO dynamicsHow new AI-related equity issuance could change the supply-demand balance in the stock marketThe research behind passive flows, market impact and cap-weight concentrationWhy Mike thinks passive buying explains more of mega-cap outperformance than AI fundamentalsThe circular financing risk in AI, including Nvidia, CoreWeave, Google and AnthropicWhy buy-the-dip flows, ETFs, CTAs and vol control funds matter for market directionHow headline economic data can miss household stress, second jobs and lost purchasing powerWhat Mike is watching to see whether the AI trade and market narrative are starting to breakWhy AI may be hugely valuable to consumers before it creates major business productivity gainsHow companies may eventually redesign business models around AI rather than simply automate tasksWhy SpaceX wealth creation could seed the next generation of competitorsHow inflation, gasoline prices, low savings and a K-shaped economy are affecting consumersTimestamps:00:00 Passive indices, AI profits and why this market feels different04:07 Why SpaceX changed the passive investing debate08:01 The research behind passive flows and market impact12:16 Why Mike thinks passive flows explain mega-cap strength16:18 ETF flows, buy-the-dip behavior and bubble dynamics20:28 Why economic data can miss household stress25:13 Bubble warnings, CAPE and what investors may be ignoring29:17 AI as a consumer advice engine versus a productivity revolution33:29 How businesses may redesign themselves around AI37:51 Why IPO wealth may create the next generation of competitors42:06 Mike Green's upcoming book on passive investing and market structure

In this episode I explore the relationship between God's active and passive wrath, demonstrating how God's wrath is often manifested by Him allowing people to suffer the consequences of their sins, which is what Paul has in mind when he thrice says that God “handed them over” to sinfulness in Romans 1. Romans 1 and Romans 6, focusing especially on Paul's understanding of obedience, participation in Christ, sanctification, and the Christian life. I discuss the theological categories of “active” and “passive” obedience and consider whether these categories always fit neatly within Paul's participatory and covenantal framework. A central theme throughout the episode is the idea that Paul does not merely present salvation as a legal declaration detached from transformation, but rather as incorporation into the Messiah himself. Romans 6, in particular, emphasizes dying and rising with Christ, liberation from the reign of sin, and becoming enslaved to righteousness. I argue that Paul's theology consistently frames obedience within the context of union with Christ and the work of the Spirit rather than autonomous moral achievement. The episode also explores how Romans 1 introduces many of the themes Paul develops throughout the letter, including the “obedience of faith,” the kingship of Christ, the gospel as the fulfillment of Scripture, and the transformation of the people of God through participation in the Messiah. Along the way, I discuss tensions within Protestant theological traditions regarding sanctification, imputation, transformation, and participationist readings of Paul, while emphasizing the deeply Christological nature of Paul's gospel. Media Referenced:More work on Romans:Romans 8:29-30 Episode: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/ep-268-christs-image-and-human-glory-a-political-reading-of-romans-829-30Christology and Romans: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/ep-261-the-christology-of-romans-and-romans-13/Government as God's Servant in Romans 13: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/ep-243-government-is-gods-servant-romans-13-isaiah-10-and-jeremiah-25/Why We Get Romans 13 Wrong: https://libertarianchristians.com/episode/ep-130-everyone-is-wrong-about-romans-13-including-me/ The Protestant Libertarian Podcast is a project of the Libertarian Christian Institute and a part of the Christians For Liberty Network. The Libertarian Christian Institute can be found at www.libertarianchristians.com.Questions, comments, suggestions? Please reach out to me at theprotestantlibertarian@gmail.com.  You can also follow the podcast on Twitter: @prolibertypod, and YouTube, @ProLibertyPod, where you will get shorts and other exclusive video content. For more about the show, you can go to theprotestantlibertarianpodcast.com. If you like the show and want to support it, you can! Go to libertarianchristians.com, where you can donate to LCI and buy The Protestant Libertarian Podcast Merch! Also, please consider giving me a star rating and leaving me a review, it really helps expand the show's profile! Thanks!

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Most high earners follow the traditional path, but true financial freedom comes from earning, saving, and strategically leveraging money. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Ryan D. Lee, Founder of Wealth Outside Wall Street, who shares his journey from a six-figure corporate career to building a system for financial freedom. He also explains the three engines of wealth: earning, protecting, and generating passive income. He discusses the difference between investing and speculating, using the tax code strategically, and building a pathway to financial independence. Key Takeaways:→ The three engines of wealth are income, capital, and passive assets. → Making money is only one part; keeping money is equally critical. → Passive income converts saved capital into sustainable cash flow. → Speculating is risky; investing prioritizes safety and predictable returns.→ Success is measured by income-generating assets, not just net worth or ROI. Ryan D. Lee's journey to financial freedom began with frustration and loss. A six-figure salary and a maxed-out 401(k) weren't enough to shield him from the devastating effects of the 2008 financial crisis. Determined to find a better path, Ryan discovered a powerful combination of real estate and high-cash-value life insurance—now known as the Passive Income Machine. Today, Ryan is a trusted mentor and speaker who has helped thousands achieve financial independence. As the co-founder of Wealth Outside Wall Street, he's on a mission to teach individuals how to build cash-flowing assets, break free from conventional financial systems, and live a life of purpose and freedom. Connect With Ryan:Website: https://wealthoutsidewallstreet.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theryandlee/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryan_d_lee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wealthoutsidewallstreet/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-d-lee-31838b304/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WealthOutsideWallStreet

Can you build wealth through real estate without becoming a landlord? In this episode of the Massive Passive Cash Flow Podcast, host Gary Wilson sits down with Ryan Gibson, founder of Spartan Investment Group and former airline pilot, to discuss how busy professionals can leverage passive real estate investing to create long-term wealth, generate cash flow, and benefit from tax advantages—without the headaches of active property management. Ryan shares his journey from owning single-family rentals to building a billion-dollar self-storage portfolio across multiple states. Learn why self-storage has become one of the most resilient real estate asset classes, how syndications work, and what investors should evaluate before investing in any deal. Whether you're a real estate investor, real estate agent, entrepreneur, pilot, doctor, dentist, or high-income professional looking to diversify your income streams, this episode provides actionable insights on passive investing, risk management, due diligence, and wealth-building strategies. In This Episode: ✅ Why Ryan transitioned from airline pilot to real estate entrepreneur ✅ The difference between active and passive real estate investing ✅ Why self-storage outperforms many traditional asset classes ✅ How syndications allow investors to own real estate passively ✅ The "Knowledge, People, Action" framework for investing success ✅ How to evaluate risk, leverage, and returns in real estate deals ✅ What busy professionals should know before investing passively ✅ Lessons from aviation that apply to business and investing Connect with Ryan Gibson    Website: https://spartan-investors.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-gibson1/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@passiveincomepilots/videos  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SpartanInvestmentGroup  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spartaninvestmentgroup/  eBooks: https://spartan-investors.com/class-types/ebook/    Attention Investors and Agents:   Are you ready to scale your real estate business and connect with like-minded professionals?

Do You Really Need Multiple Income Streams to Build Wealth? Social media has convinced people that building wealth requires doing everything at once. Real estate. Stocks. Crypto. Businesses. Private equity. Side hustles. But is that actually true? In this episode of The Budgetdog Breakdown, I answer listener questions about wealth building, pensions, co-signing loans, emergency funds, workplace spending pressure, and the role that education, access, and investing play in long-term financial success. We break down the difference between active income and passive income, why most people overcomplicate wealth building, and how to focus on the strategies that actually move the needle. Episode Timeline and Highlights 00:00 Do you need multiple income streams? 00:40 Active vs passive wealth 02:00 Businesses, education, and access 08:20 Converting income into investments 10:30 Stocks, real estate, and private equity 17:40 Pension retirement planning 19:20 Co-signing loan mistakes 20:55 Workplace spending pressure 25:15 Emergency fund priorities Key Takeaways • Wealth starts with income generation • Education often produces the highest ROI • Access creates opportunities most people never see • Simplicity beats complexity • Confidence drives better financial decisions • Emergency funds protect investments • Passive income creates long-term freedom Quotables "You don't need to do everything. You need to do what fits your life." "The only way to build real wealth is to turn active income into passive income." "Access changes everything." "Confidence creates opportunity." The goal isn't to own every asset class or chase every opportunity. The goal is to build a system that creates freedom, consistency, and long-term wealth.

What if you could sit down with someone who's spent over 50 years investing, building wealth, making mistakes, and getting it right… and ask them what they wish they'd known about money from day one?   Most people think building wealth is about finding the right investment or timing the market perfectly.   But after more than 50 years of investing, I can tell you that's not what really makes the difference.   The biggest financial mistakes I've seen – including some of my own – didn't come from bad markets. They came from misunderstandings about money itself.   In today's show, leading property tax expert Ken Raiss and I discuss the differences between long-term investing and speculation, and we analyse practical tips for property investment and asset management, focusing on quality assets and ownership structures.   Join us as we provide insights to help you make informed business and investment decisions in the face of market uncertainty.     Takeaways  Mindset is crucial for wealth creation. Delayed gratification leads to long-term success. Cash flow Buffer reduce investment risk. Strategic planning trumps luck. Fundamentals outweigh chasing hotspots. Long-term investing beats speculation. Quality assets drive sustained growth. Professional property management preserves assets. Clear financial plans provide purpose.   Links and Resources:   Answer this week's trivia question here - https://www.propertytrivia.com.au/ ·        Win a hard copy of What Every Property Investor Needs To Know About Finance, Tax And The Law ·        Everyone wins a copy of a fully updated property report – What's ahead for property for 2026 and beyond.   Michael Yardney   Get the team at Metropole Wealth Advisory to create a Strategic Wealth plan for your needs. Click here and have a chat with us     Ken Raiss, Director of Metropole Wealth Advisory   Get a bundle of eBooks and Reports at: www.PodcastBonus.com.au    Also, please subscribe to my other podcast Demographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher – just look for Demographics Decoded wherever you are listening to this podcast and subscribe so each week we can unveil the trends shaping your future.   About The Michael Yardney Podcast | Property Investment And Wealth Creation Australia   The Michael Yardney Podcast helps Australians build financial independence through strategic investing, wealth creation strategies and smart property decisions.   We go beyond property headlines to discuss: • Building long-term wealth • Creating intergenerational wealth • Passive income strategies Australia • Asset allocation and portfolio growth • Financial freedom through property • Strategic investing for professionals and business owners • Risk management and wealth protection • Structuring your investments for capital growth • Money management and financial habits   If you want to move from earning an income to building assets that fund your lifestyle, this podcast will help you think and act like a successful investor.   Discover more insights at:https://propertyupdate.com.auhttps://metropole.com.au

Send us Fan MailWhat if one of the most powerful wealth-building tools isn't the deal itself, but the tax strategy behind it?In this episode of The Wealth Vibe Show, Vinki Loomba sits down with Vince Porter, President and Managing Partner of Porter & Company CPAs, to discuss how investors can use tax planning, cost segregation, bonus depreciation, and estate strategies to build and preserve wealth.We recorded this conversation shortly after the One Big Beautiful Bill was introduced. Although the episode was delayed in release, it offers a fascinating look back at the discussion and how those tax changes ultimately unfolded.Key Takeaways:Why proactive tax planning creates more wealth than reactive tax filingHow cost segregation and 100% bonus depreciation can generate substantial upfront deductions and improve cash flowStrategies passive investors can use to maximize K-1 benefits and navigate passive loss limitationsTax advantages available to active operators through Qualified Business Income (QBI) deductionsEstate planning opportunities created by evolving exemption thresholds and step-up in basis rulesHow Roth IRAs and self-directed retirement accounts can potentially convert taxable gains into tax-free growthCommon tax mistakes investors make and how to avoid themEpisode Timestamps:00:00 – 01:55 Introduction to Vince Porter and his experience with real estate investors01:55 – 08:45 Vince's journey and first-hand lessons on cost segregation and tax strategy08:45 – 15:20 FY25 tax bill highlights and accelerated wealth-building strategies15:20 – 23:51 Passive vs active investor strategies, K1s, and QBI deductions23:51 – 35:51 Case studies: using investment losses for tax-free growth and Roth conversions35:51 – 44:23 Estate planning, proactive strategies, and investor preparedness44:23 – 48:54 Rapid-fire insights and how to connect with Vince Porter

Michael Kohan  Elevate Life Project:  Mindfulness | Spirituality | Success | Personal Growth Episode: Unleashing Your True Voice: Mastering Communication Styles What's your true purpose?  Free Quiz by visiting https://elevatelifeproject.com/purpose  If you liked this Podcast, please subscribe and write us a review.  This is what helps us stand out, so more people can find this show.  To Write us a Review please open up this Podcast in the your app  on your computer and search for Living Life on Purpose https://elevatelifeproject.com/podcast  Show Notes: 4 Communication Styles (and Why Assertive Communication Changes Everything) The script explains four communication styles—passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, and assertive—and why many people unknowingly rely on the wrong one. Passive communicators avoid conflict by staying quiet, which builds resentment; aggressive communicators dominate to get what they want but damage trust; passive-aggressive communicators avoid direct conflict while creating tension through silence, sarcasm, or delay. Assertive communication is presented as the healthiest approach: speaking honestly, asking for needs, and setting boundaries while respecting others, which builds authentic relationships. The script emphasizes that communication styles are learned and can be changed through awareness—noticing patterns like staying silent, exploding, or saying yes when you mean no—so you can choose honesty, directness, and respect to improve relationships, confidence, and self-expression.   00:00 Four Communication Styles 00:08 Passive Communication 00:25 Aggressive Communication 00:42 Passive Aggressive Behavior 01:01 Assertive Communication 01:26 You Can Change 01:37 Building Self Awareness 01:57 Transform Your Relationships   #Communication #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #Assertiveness #EmotionalIntelligence #SelfAwareness #ProfessionalDevelopment #Mindset #WorkplaceWellness #CareerGrowth  

In this episode, Cheryl Yetka of Quiet River Real Estate Investments shares her approach to building stable, long-term wealth through workforce housing. With a background spanning hospitality, asset management, and multifamily real estate, she emphasizes predictable cash flow, disciplined operations, and investing in essential housing for working professionals. Cheryl highlights the importance of focusing on stability over speculation, building strong teams, and maintaining consistent performance metrics to achieve long-term investment success.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Leah Collich shares her journey from accidental investor to director at RealWealth, discussing passive investing, scaling strategies, and current market conditions. Learn how to build long-distance real estate portfolios with less stress and more freedom.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Finding investors is hard. Finding the right investors is even harder. In this episode, Christion Sadler breaks down how his company is building a bridge between real estate operators and passive investors who are actively looking for opportunities. Instead of acting as a broker, their platform focuses on marketing, visibility, and transparency. From a network of over 6000 accredited investors to full go-to-market campaigns, Christion explains how deals get in front of the right people. He also shares why most passive investors do not even see themselves as investors and how better education and disclosure can protect both sides of the deal. Key Topics and Takeaways Why most passive investors do not identify as investors • How their 6000 investor network is built and used • The role of marketing in capital raising • Their sponsor disclosure and background check process • Why understanding risk is more important than avoiding it Guest Information Christion Sadler is a co-founder of Pre I Share, a platform that connects real estate operators with passive investors through marketing and education. Connect with Christion: Social media: Pre-I Share Search: Christion Sadler Call to Action Reach out on social media or search for PreShare to learn more about the platform and how it works.

Short-term rentals are supposed to be the most hands-on asset class in real estate. Tim Hubbard runs hundreds of them across the U.S. and multiple countries—without ever being on the ground. Tim is the CEO and co-founder of Corzly, the virtual management company he built after 16 years of operating his own short-term rental portfolio from outside California, then outside the U.S. entirely. His team handles pricing, listings, guest communication, and back-end operations across Eastern Europe, South Africa, the Philippines, and South America—while the owner still controls the housekeepers and maintenance on the ground. In this episode, Tim and Ed get into why “a B-class property with A-class management beats an A-class property with B-class management,” why the urban short-term rental market is more durable than the vacation-rental crowd realizes, and what the data is actually telling operators about which markets to enter and which to avoid. What you'll hear: Why the “can't be hands-on AND remote” constraint is the forcing function that built Corzly—and what it means for any operator stuck in their own business The buy box: how Tim underwrites a short-term rental like an apartment building, what data sources actually matter, and the regulatory gotchas that kill deals Why urban short-term rentals quietly outperform vacation markets—more reasons to stay, less seasonal volatility, and the medical-professional and conference angles most investors miss The lightning round: under-budgeting renovations, Dennis Waitley's “two choices” framing, and why education became Tim's purpose once the portfolio could run itself Books Tim recommended: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy—the framework for finding the right people to delegate to The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson—Tim's most-recommended book; the case for compounding small daily disciplines About Tim Hubbard: CEO and co-founder of Corzly. 16-year real estate operator. Host of Short Term Rental Riches, a six-year-old podcast covering virtual STR management, market selection, and the operational discipline behind scaled portfolios. Find Tim: corsley.com | Short Term Rental Riches podcast (all platforms + YouTube) Subscribe to Real Estate Underground for weekly conversations with operators who've been through the cycle and lived to talk about it. Elevista - Speed as a Service™Elevista Connect is the first AI-powered lead conversion system built for real estate investors.

Are you afraid of your wife? Most men would never admit it, but fear silently controls countless marriages. Fear of rejection. Fear of conflict. Fear of vulnerability. Fear of not being enough. The result? Passive leadership, emotional distance, resentment, frustration, and a marriage that never reaches its full potential.In this powerful Christian marriage podcast, we expose the hidden fears that keep husbands stuck and prevent them from becoming the strong, godly leaders God created them to be. If you constantly avoid hard conversations, walk on eggshells, suppress your feelings, or struggle to be emotionally vulnerable with your wife, this message is for you.We'll discuss biblical masculinity, Christian marriage, husband leadership, overcoming fear, emotional healing, vulnerability, confidence, identity in Christ, marriage restoration, and how to lead your home with courage instead of insecurity.The truth is that many men spend years trying to fix their wife, fix their marriage, or fix their circumstances when the real issue is the fear operating inside of them. Freedom begins when you face what you're afraid of and allow God to transform you from the inside out.https://www.highlevelhusband.com/bmr-blueprint

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Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationJoin host Bronson Hill for this special webinar replay from The 2026 Passive Investors Summit on the Mailbox Money Show. In this expert panel, Bronson is joined by four seasoned operators and investors sharing real talk on navigating the current multifamily market, capital deployment, due diligence, cash flow strategies, and emerging opportunities amid economic shifts.Panelists:Tyson Cobb (Timberview Capital) – orthopedic surgeon turned investor, focused on building physician networks and strong deal flow.Param Baladandapani (Generational Wealth MD) – retired radiologist and mentor helping physicians achieve financial freedom through real estate.Mike Morawski – 30-year real estate veteran with a focus on southeast multifamily and market cycle timing.Aleksey Chernobelskiy (GP LP Match) – founder connecting LPs with high-quality GPs and providing deal flow transparency.The panel discusses everything from vetting operators and conservative underwriting to AI applications in real estate, tax strategies, and why disciplined, long-term investors are well-positioned for the next cycle.TIMESTAMPS0:43 - Episode Overview | Wealth Forum2:01 - Host and Panelist Introductions3:48 - Current Market Overview: Threats, Opportunities, and LP Capital Trends5:01 - Panelist Backgrounds10:00 - Investor Psychology, Market Cycles, and Recovering from Losses15:54 - Deal Diligence and Vetting Lessons from Recent Years21:33 - Poll Results and Wire Fraud Warning22:36 - Bronson's Deal Evaluation Framework (Market > Operator > Deal)23:44 - Importance of Cash Flow in Today's Market28:34 - Broader Opportunities, Risks, and Geopolitical Factors (Oil, Baby Boomers, Senior Housing)32:33 - AI's Impact on Real Estate, Jobs, and Investor Tools41:41 - Personal Investments Outside Core Business (Precious Metals, Crypto, Asset Allocation)46:50 - Q&A: Spotting Operators with Realistic Projections51:42 - Lightning Round: Is This Like 2008 in Multifamily?52:01 - Panelist Contact Info and Closing RemarksConnect with the Guests:Tyson CobbWebsite: timberviewcapital.comMobile: 563-209-8488Email: tyson@timberviewcapital.comParam BaladandapaniWebsite: gwcapital.comPassive Investment Due Diligence Resource: gwcapital.com/guideMike MorawskiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mikemorawski2Instagram: @mike.morawski.54Email: mike@mikemorawski.comAleksey ChernobelskiyWebsite: gplpmatch.comEmail: aleksey@gplpmatch.com#MultifamilyInvesting#PassiveIncome#RealEstateDueDiligence#CashFlowStrategies#WealthBuilding

You should not pay to get paid. That is the premise behind PaymXnts and once you hear it, you cannot unhear it. Bobby Poole and Clay Weger are serial entrepreneurs who between them have owned paintball parks, international jellyball distribution, and now a payment processing company built by business owners for business owners. When they found out they were paying $30,000 a year in credit card processing fees at one business alone, they went looking for answers. What they found changed how they run every business they own. In this episode we get into why Stripe, Square and PayPal hold your money hostage, how the dual price model puts the processing fee back where it belongs, and what passive money actually means versus passive income for a business owner who wants their time back. Topics covered: - Why business owners pay $30,000 or more a year in fees they do not have to pay - The dual price model — cash vs credit — and why zero customers have complained in 3 years - How PaymXnts charges $49 a month flat and makes the model work - Passive money vs passive income — the distinction that changes how you build a business - How Clay turned Austin Paintball into a fully automated business after 7 years of work - Starting a new business at 58 and why that is actually an advantage - The four steps to turning any owner-dependent business passive: pause, reflect, document, teach - Where AI fits into all of this and where the real opportunity is right now - The PaymXnts brand partner model and how it creates recurring income from referrals Book a strategy call with me: go.vinceperri.com/calendar-page-yt-1 Free Value Clarity Roadmap: go.vinceperri.com/vcr-yt Thank you for being a vital part of our channel

Heat adaptation can improve performance, comfort, and recovery in hot conditions. But many athletes make the mistake of treating heat training as free fitness.In this episode, CTS Coach Adam Pulford breaks down the differences between active and passive heat training, how each method works, and why heat should be viewed as a training stressor in its own right.We discuss plasma volume expansion, sauna protocols, heated trainer rides, hydration, recovery considerations, and how to integrate heat adaptation without compromising the quality of your training.HOSTAdam Pulford has been a CTS Coach for nearly two decades and holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology. He's participated in and coached hundreds of athletes for endurance events all around the world.​​Free Cycling Training Assessment: https://trainright.com/cycling-training-assessment-welcome/Interested in working with a coach? Schedule a free consult: https://trainright.com/coaching/cycling/Self-coached athlete? Check out our TrainRight Membership: https://trainright.com/membership/Find more free resources here: https://trainright.com/blog/Resources:Beat the Heat – a hot bath after exercise boosts performance in the heatExercise under heat stress: thermoregulation, hydration, performance implications, and mitigation strategies - PubMedActive vs. passive heat training: which is best?

Ben Carlson is one of the most respected voices in personal finance and investing. He is the author of Risk and Reward, Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management, and creator of the widely acclaimed blog A Wealth of Common Sense. In this episode, we discuss risk, returns, inflation, bonds, stocks, and investor psychology. We explore why risk is the unavoidable price investors must pay to achieve higher returns, how to live with market uncertainty, and what it truly means to invest with a long-term perspective. We talk about the famous “Bob, the world's worst market timer”, the importance of staying committed to your investment plan even when the urge to act is strongest, and how to build a portfolio capable of withstanding the changes and crises of the coming decades. We also discuss AI, markets at all-time highs, elevated valuations, and the challenges investors face in an environment that is becoming increasingly fast-paced, complex, and noisy. This episode is packed with practical insights, timeless reflections, and lessons in common sense from one of the world's most respected financial educators.

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On today's show, we dive into the cost structure of audio speakers. We start with an article that asks whether 'audiophile' speaker brands are milking you for $20,000. We also read your emails and cover the week's news. News: Important update to your DIRECTV account SVS Auto EQ Room Correction for R|Evolution Subwoofers YouTube TV adds Fox One, Peacock to Primetime Channels store Other: Monoprice Alpha In-Wall Speaker There's never been a better time to grab a new Google TV launcher Are 'Audiophile' Speaker Brands Are Milking You for $20,000 The listeners keep delivering great ideas for show topics. This week Mike LaBorde sent in an article published at headphonesty.com entitled A Former FTC Economist Quit His Job to Prove 'Audiophile' Speaker Brands Are Milking You for $20,000.  The author talks about how a former FTC economist quit his job to design and build affordable high-performance speakers.  He argued that many premium audiophile brands are significantly overpriced because they use similar OEM drivers from the same factories while charging massive markups for branding, cabinets, and dealer margins. We'll break down this article into five points we felt were interesting. The full article is linked and you may want to read it for more details. Many premium audiophile speaker brands rely on the same small group of OEM driver manufacturers (like Sinar Baja/SB Acoustics, SEAS (Scandinavian Electro Acoustic Systems), Scan-Speak, etc.). The same factories and engineering talent supply drivers to both high-end and mainstream brands, even when the final speakers carry vastly different logos and price tags. "Custom" or "proprietary" drivers are often overstated. Most brands customize only the "soft parts" (cone, surround, voice coil) on top of standard off-the-shelf "hard parts" from OEM suppliers, rather than designing and building drivers entirely from scratch. Pricing of speakers — The actual cost of the drivers is a tiny fraction of the retail price. In the Wilson Audio Yvette example, the three drivers cost roughly $530–$580 total, representing only about 2% of the $25,000+ selling price. The vast majority of the cost comes from cabinetry, finish, dealer margins (40-50%), distribution, marketing, and brand prestige, with a typical 5x markup from manufacturing cost to retail. Only a few brands truly manufacture their own drivers in-house. Companies like Focal, KEF, Dynaudio, Paradigm, and Bowers & Wilkins are exceptions. Most premium brands outsource driver production due to the high cost and complexity of vertical integration. High performance doesn't require extreme prices. Former FTC economist Dennis Murphy's Philharmonic Audio proves this by offering well-engineered speakers (like the $850/pair Ceramic Mini using quality SB Acoustics drivers) with minimal overhead, direct sales, and no lavish dealer/showroom costs — challenging the idea that great sound must come with five-figure price tags. The article essentially argues that much of the ultra-premium speaker market is driven more by branding and distribution economics than by revolutionary driver technology. What is the Cost Breakdown of Thousand Dollar Speakers? After going through the previous article we wondered what the actual cost breakdown of Passive bookshelf speakers retailing at $1,000 per pair? ThinkKEF Q series, ELAC Debut Reference, or similar mid to high end consumer hi-fi brands. They balance good performance with accessible pricing.  What follows is our best estimation based on the data we uncovered. If you are in the industry and have better data, please let us know and we will update this analysis. Sources for this analysis include - Audio Science Review, AVS Forum, WhatHifi, headphonesty.com, hubhifi, and a few others.  1. Design & Development (R&D) – Upfront Investment Typical cost: $50,000–$250,000+ for a new model line. Includes acoustic modeling, driver selection/tuning, crossover design, enclosure simulation, multiple prototypes, listening tests, and anechoic chamber measurements. For this price tier, brands often use a mix of off-the-shelf and mildly customized drivers rather than fully bespoke high-end ones.   Amortization: Spread over production volume and for this exercise we used a production run of 5,000–20,000 pairs. This adds roughly $5–$25 per pair at a reasonable scale. 2. Prototyping & Tooling Prototypes: 5–15 iterations at $300–$1,200 each which include custom cabinets, driver samples, hand-assembled crossovers. Tooling: CNC molds/jigs for cabinets, baffle cutting, or vinyl wrap tooling: $8,000–$40,000 upfront. Amortized to $2–$10 per pair. 3. Bill of Materials (BOM) – The Biggest Per-Unit Cost For a typical 2-way passive bookshelf (6.5" woofer + 1" tweeter) at this price point: Drivers - $80–$180 - 6.5" coated paper woofer (~$30–$70 ea.), soft dome or aluminum tweeter (~$15–$50 ea.). Brands like SEAS, SB Acoustics, or custom OEM. Cabinet -  $60-$130, - Braced MDF (18–25mm), vinyl wrap or basic veneer, internal damping, port tube, terminals. Real wood veneer adds premium. Crossover - $30-$80 - 2nd/3rd order with air-core inductors, film capacitors, resistors. Higher quality parts (Mundorf-level) push toward the upper end. Other (grille, wiring, hardware, terminals) - $20-$50 - Magnetic grilles, internal wiring, binding posts. Total BOM per pair: $190–$440 at volume production (typically in China or Vietnam for most brands). Premium touches (better drivers, thicker bracing, nicer finishes) push BOM toward the higher end. 4. Manufacturing, Assembly & Overhead Labor & Assembly: $25–$60 per pair (cabinet gluing/bracing, driver mounting, crossover soldering, final wiring, testing). Quality Control & Testing: Burn-in, frequency sweeps, distortion checks: $10–$25. Factory Overhead/Utilities: $35 - $50. Total Manufacturing per pair: $70 - $135 5. Full Cost Structure to Retail ($1,000/pair) We will assume a large brand that sells 20,000 units and has already invested in tooling and requires minimal new tooling for each new speaker design.  Design and R&D Amortized - $5 Prototype and Tooling  - $2 Bill of Materials - $315 - We split the $190 - $440 down the middle Manufacturing -  $103 - We split the $40 - $135 down the middle Shipping, duties etc to distributor per pair on average - $50 Total to Manufacture $474. The rest of the thousand dollars covers the distribution chain, branding, and profit. And in reality, depending on the efficiency of the factory and ability to leverage design histories from years of experience, the soft costs can be about a third of $110 we came up with, bringing the total cost to about $400. Key Variables Affecting Cost Volume: Higher production = lower per-unit costs. Driver Quality: Exotic materials (beryllium tweeters, carbon fiber) can double driver costs. Cabinet Finish: Vinyl vs. real walnut veneer = big difference. Brand Positioning: Established names (KEF, ELAC) have higher R&D/marketing allocation than direct-to-consumer brands. For comparison DIY builders can replicate similar performance for $300–$600 per pair in parts using higher quality drivers and crossover components and flat-pack or self-built cabinets, eliminating most of the overhead and markups. And after building over 30 sets of speakers I can say without doubt that what you build will sound as good as speakers costing ten times the amount. Plus you can use material that works best for you as well as customizing the look to match your decor. Even my latest set built from stock off the shelf components bought from Part Express for about $200 sound simply amazing!  

Are you looking to save time, make money, and start winning with less risk? Then head to https://www.ovtlyr.com.Learn more about OVTLYR: https://youtu.be/TUCbD5KovlcThe Space IPO story just keeps getting crazier… and this breakdown gets into why retail investors may need to be extremely careful before chasing the hype.In this reaction, we dig into the argument that the biggest IPO in history may be structured to benefit early investors while leaving regular investors as the exit liquidity. Space could reportedly come public near a $2 trillion valuation while only offering a small slice of shares to the public. That tiny float, combined with rule changes around index inclusion and early lockup releases, could create a very strange setup.The concern is simple: passive index funds may be forced to buy Space much faster than normal, while insiders and early investors may be able to sell sooner than usual. That creates a situation where retail excitement, index demand, and insider selling could all collide right after launch.We also compare this to past hype-driven IPOs like Robinhood, Coinbase, and Rivian, where huge early excitement eventually turned into massive drawdowns. Maybe Space becomes a great stock one day. But without a real trading history, moving averages, signals, or established trend, buying on day one is basically gambling on the story.✅ Space IPO, $2 trillion valuation, and biggest IPO risk✅ Passive index funds, Nasdaq rules, float multipliers, and lockups✅ Early investors, insider selling, and retail exit liquidity✅ Robinhood, Coinbase, Rivian, and IPO boom/bust patterns✅ OVTLYR discipline, trend signals, and avoiding FOMO tradesIf you're thinking about buying Space the moment it launches, this one may make you think twice before becoming somebody else's exit strategy.Subscribe to OVTLYR for disciplined trading strategies that actually make sense.

In this session from the 7th Annual HVACR Training Symposium in Florida, Eric "Elk" Kaiser delivers a comprehensive workshop on airflow testing and measurement. Eric opens by challenging technicians to think beyond simply pointing an instrument at a duct and reading a number. Before selecting any tool, he argues, professionals must understand exactly what they are measuring — whether that is velocity, pressure, volume (CFM), or the mass weight of air — and why each of those values matters for designing ductwork, sizing equipment, and delivering comfort to customers. The session sets the stage for a deeper technical conversation about the physics of air and how those physics affect measurement accuracy in the real world. A significant portion of the presentation focuses on air density and how it affects the accuracy of common industry formulas. Eric walks through the origin of the widely-used 1.08 and 4.5 airflow constants, explaining that they are derived from a theoretical "standard air" condition of sea level pressure (14.7 PSIA) and 0% relative humidity — conditions that virtually no technician encounters in the field. He demonstrates how changes in altitude, temperature, and humidity all shift air density, causing those constants to become variables. For technicians working at elevations above 2,500 feet, the density difference can exceed 10%, enough to significantly skew BTU calculations and equipment performance assessments if left uncorrected. Eric also walks through a real-world scenario involving measurements taken across an operating evaporator coil, where a 3.4% density shift between return and supply could easily be misread as duct leakage. The workshop then moves into a thorough survey of airflow measurement instruments and the specific conditions each one is best suited for. Eric covers vane anemometers (large and mini), hot wire anemometers, pitot tubes, flow hoods (passive and active/fan-powered), flow boxes, the temperature rise method, and the digital TrueFlow grid. For each tool, he discusses accuracy considerations, density correction requirements, velocity limitations, placement requirements, and common mistakes. He is candid about the limitations of manufacturer performance charts, sharing a behind-the-scenes look at how one manufacturer evaluated static pressure using a six-foot plenum and four averaging probes — conditions that bear no resemblance to a cramped residential closet with a coil slammed on top of the furnace. The takeaway is that no chart, regardless of source, should be trusted without understanding the conditions under which it was created. Throughout the session, Eric emphasizes a core professional philosophy: understand your instruments, understand their limitations, and understand what level of accuracy is truly needed for the job at hand. He introduces the concept of stacked inaccuracies — where instrument error combines with density correction error to produce readings that can mislead technicians into diagnosing problems that do not exist, or missing ones that do. He concludes with a strong endorsement of the digital TrueFlow grid for residential applications, highlighting its app-based forecasting feature that allows technicians to predict whether a new piece of equipment will work on an existing duct system before the installation begins. The session closes with audience Q&A covering topics such as using density-correcting instruments to compare supply and return readings, and measuring airflow in systems with multiple filter grilles. Topics Covered What airflow measurement actually captures: velocity, pressure, volume (CFM), and mass weight of air — and why the distinction matters The origin and limitations of the 1.08 and 4.5 airflow constants, and when technicians must correct for non-standard air conditions How air density changes with altitude, temperature, and humidity — including a 22% density drop from sea level to 5,000 feet elevation Real-world example: how a 3.4% density shift across an operating evaporator coil can be mistaken for duct leakage Instrument selection overview: large vane anemometers, mini vane anemometers, hot wire anemometers, pitot tubes, and in-duct flow devices Passive vs. active (fan-powered) flow hoods — accuracy differences and the importance of using residential hoods for residential applications Proper probe placement for in-duct measurements: ASHRAE guidelines, straight-run requirements, and how turbulence affects readings Duct traverses: log Chebyshev point averaging vs. timed traverse methods, and best practices for each Manufacturer performance charts and external static pressure testing: how lab conditions differ from field conditions and why charts can mislead Motor types (PSC, constant torque ECM, constant airflow ECM) and how motor behavior affects static pressure measurement and airflow setup Manometer selection: resolution, accuracy, auto-zeroing features, and why a precise-looking display does not equal an accurate reading Temperature rise method for estimating airflow: appropriate uses with electric heat, and limitations with gas furnaces Digital TrueFlow grid: application for residential retrofit work, CFM forecasting, and evaluating existing duct systems before equipment replacement Audience Q&A: density correction on supply vs. return readings, multi-grille TrueFlow workflows, and commercial system setup strategies   You can watch the flow hood comparison video by TruTech Tools HERE. You can also check out all of the great free downloads and other resources TruTech Tools has to offer at https://trutechtools.com/resources.  Have a question that you want us to answer on the podcast? Submit your questions at https://www.speakpipe.com/hvacschool. Purchase your tickets or learn more about the 7th Annual HVACR Training Symposium at https://hvacrschool.com/symposium. Subscribe to our podcast on your iPhone or Android. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our handy calculators here or on the HVAC School Mobile App for Apple and Android.

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Self-storage might not be the first thing you think of when you hear "real estate investing," but it can open the door to a very different conversation about diversification, passive income, and long-term planning. Regina McCann Hess sits down with Corinn Altomare, co-founder of Hearthfire Holdings, to talk about passive self-storage investments, why some investors look beyond traditional stocks and bonds, and how income-producing assets can fit into bigger retirement conversations. They also talk about patience, long-term thinking, 1031 exchanges, the emotional side of work and family, and the importance of asking one big retirement question early: how will you replace your paycheck?  Episode Highlights:  0:00 - Welcome to Women and Wealth 0:31 - Why self-storage can be an interesting investment topic 1:06 - Meet Corinn Altomare 2:23 - Building Hearthfire Holdings from a side hustle 5:17 - Diversification beyond stocks and bonds 7:13 - How private investors can access larger real estate projects 9:24 - Storage vs. apartments 13:28 - Long-term investing and avoiding daily market noise 14:32 - 1031 exchanges and compounding over time 17:01 - Where to learn more about Corinn 17:40 - Balancing ambition, family, and fulfillment 23:16 - Corinn's vision for retirement 25:01 - Passive income and replacing your paycheck in retirement 26:46 - Regina's action item    ABOUT REGINA MCCANN HESS   Regina is the author of Super Woman Wealth: How to Become Your Own Financial Hero.  As an advocate for women's financial freedom, she wrote this book to help empower women to take a bigger role in handling their money.     Regina has appeared on Schwab TV, Yahoo Finance, Forbes.com, NTD Television, CBS 3 Philadelphia, Fox 29 Philadelphia, King 5 Seattle, KTLA 5 Los Angeles and Scripps News.  She has also been quoted in numerous articles in publications such as Forbes, Business Insider, U.S. News & World Report, Yahoo Finance, USA Today, USA Wire, Word in Black, WTOP News, Mind Body Green, Money Digest, New York Post, Defender, Authority Magazine, GoBankingRates.com, Scripps and The Muse.   As Founder of Forge Wealth Management, Regina utilizes her 25+ years of financial services experience to help individuals plan, preserve and diversify their wealth.  She focuses on educating her clients while building long-term relationships with them and their families.  Her experience throughout major shifts in the markets, enables Regina to structure balanced portfolios to address specific financial goals. CONNECT WITH REGINA   Website: https://www.forgewealth.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginamccannhess/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ForgeWealth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forgewealthmanagement/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ForgeWealth Email: reginahess@forgewealth.com   CORINN ALTOMARE   Website: https://hfirecapital.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corinn-altomare/ Securities offered through LPL Financial, Member FINRA/SIPC www.finra.org, www.sipc.org   Third-party posts found on this profile do not reflect the view of LPL Financial and have not been reviewed by LPL Financial as to accuracy or completeness. For a list of states in which I am registered to do business, please visit www.forgewealth.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this powerhouse episode of The Real Estate Vibe Show, host Vinki Loomba sits down with Brian Seidensticker, founder of LastPartners and CEO of Tax Sale Resources, to uncover how he leveraged tax liens and tax deeds to create powerful wealth-building strategies and transform an overlooked segment of real estate into high-return opportunities.Key Takeaways:Brian emphasizes that the biggest opportunities often exist where few are looking, and information, not competition, determines who wins.Learn how understanding both tax liens (passive interest-based returns) and tax deeds (active property ownership) can open unique investment pathways.Discover how Brian built Tax Sale Resources to aggregate nationwide auction data, making hidden properties accessible and analyzable at scale.Gain insights into state-specific processes, timelines, and strategies for maximizing returns while mitigating risk.Brian shares his underwriting approach, evaluating both asset value and title risks, including quiet title processes, to ensure profitable deals.Explore his use of technology and AI to streamline due diligence, enhance analysis, and identify high-potential properties efficiently.Tips for passive vs active investors on getting started in tax lien and tax deed investing, and how these strategies can complement broader wealth-building goals.Understand the counter-cyclical nature of this market and how tax-related investments can perform even in economic downturns.Episode Timestamps:00:00 01:30 Introduction to Brian Seidensticker and hidden real estate markets01:30 06:47 Understanding tax liens vs tax deeds and how the process works06:47 10:09 State-by-state differences, timelines, and subsequent taxes10:09 15:55 Structuring returns, auction strategies, and deploying capital15:55 22:21 Founding Tax Sale Resources and sourcing hidden deals22:21 30:49 Underwriting properties, assessing asset and title risk30:49 34:47 Differentiating good deals from bad, mitigating risk34:47 37:50 Passive vs active investing strategies and fund participation37:50 40:44 Market trends, counter-cyclical opportunities, and future outlook40:44 43:31 Rapid-fire insights on habits, clarity, perseverance, and wealth vibe43:31 44:03 How to connect with Brian and explore his platform and fund

This is episode 846. Read the complete transcription on the Sales Game Changers Podcast website. Watch the video of this podcast on YouTube here. The Sales Game Changers Podcast was recognized by YesWare as the top sales podcast. Read the announcement here. FeedSpot named the Sales Game Changers Podcast at a top 20 Sales Podcast and top 8 Sales Leadership Podcast! Subscribe to the Sales Game Changers Podcast now on Apple Podcasts! Purchase Fred Diamond's best-sellers Love, Hope, Lyme: What Family Members, Partners, and Friends Who Love a Chronic Lyme Survivor Need to Know and Insights for Sales Game Changers now! Today's show featured an interview with channel sales leaders Pamela Johansen and Craig Booth. Find Pam on LinkedIn. Find Craig on LinkedIn. PAM'S TIP: "The role needs to be at the table with the customer. The direct seller, the channel seller, and the partner manager all need to be at the table to show the customer they have a responsible team coming together to support them in the sales process." CRAIG'S TIP: "The job of the partner program is not recruiting and onboarding partners. The job of the partner program is to produce active sellers that are creating engagement and producing revenue on the back end."

What does it take for a professional snowboarder, six X Games appearances, gold and silver medals, fifteen years on tour, to land in real estate? For Dan Brisse, the answer was watching the guys five and ten years ahead of him lose their houses, their cars, and worse.That was the wake-up call. While most of his peers spent every pay raise on the biggest house they could buy, Dan was reading books and buying apartments. By the time his snowboarding career ended, he had 70-some units already producing passive income.Today Dan co-leads Granite Towers Equity Group, a 3,300-unit multifamily portfolio focused on Dallas-Fort Worth, Nashville, and select Minnesota submarkets. The playbook is disciplined: newer assets (1985 and up), 140 to 300 units, $20 to $40 million purchase price, 95%+ occupancy submarkets with real pent-up demand. Eighty-twenty split with LPs. Sixty-five to seventy-five percent loan-to-value, fixed rate, non-recourse. CapEx raised liquid up front, so the bank cannot force a bad spend.What you'll hear:The chairlift moment that reframed every financial decision Dan has made sinceWhy 78% of pro athletes are broke within three years of retirement and the side-hustle move he made to avoid joining themThe Cleburne, Texas case study: $6.75M acquisition, $2.1M LP raise, full-cycle returnsA second case study where interior upgrades and water conservation drove a 1.8x equity multiple in two yearsWhy Dan believes we are in a generational buying window with multifamily trading at 30-40% discounts versus 2021-22 peaksHis sharpest definition of wealth, and why "rich" and "wealthy" aren't the same thingLearn more about Granite Towers Equity Group: https://www.granitetowersequitygroup.com/contact-usElevista - Speed as a Service™Elevista Connect is the first AI-powered lead conversion system built for real estate investors.

Cioccolato di Torino terza parte#Livello B1Learn italian with an easy but interesting crime story - take a look at Luisa's murder mistery on Amazon: Gianduiotti e Delitti, i misteriosi casi del Commissario DalmassoStoria e curiosità sui cioccolatini torinesi e ripasso della forma passiva Buongiorno cari amici e amanti dell'italiano e benvenuti al nostro nuovo episodio.Vi ricordate che alcune settimane fa abbiamo parlato dei „cri-cri“, i cioccolatini di Torino ricoperti di palline di zucchero e incartati come caramelle in carta colorata? E poi abbiamo parlato del gianduiotto? Beh vi avevo promesso di parlare di un altro cioccolatino tipico della mia città e adesso è arrivato il momento.Oggi vi parlerò di un cioccolatino che fa parte della tradizione dolciaria torinese, vi parlerò del cremino; ma non voglio dimenticare la grammatica e quindi prenderò la storia del cremino per farvi ripassare la forma del passivo. Cominciamo però con la storia dei cremini....- The full transcript of this Episode (and excercises for many of the grammar episodes) is available via "Luisa's learn Italian Premium", Premium is no subscription and does not incur any recurring fees. You can just shop for the materials you need or want and shop per piece. Prices start at 0.20 Cent (i. e. Eurocent). - das komplette Transcript / die Show-Notes zu allen Episoden (und Übungen zu vielen der Grammatik Episoden) sind über Luisa's Podcast Premium verfügbar. Den Shop mit allen Materialien zum Podcast finden Sie unterhttps://premium.il-tedesco.itLuisa's Podcast Premium ist kein Abo - sie erhalten das jeweilige Transscript/die Shownotes sowie zu den Grammatik Episoden Übungen die Sie "pro Stück" bezahlen (ab 20ct). https://premium.il-tedesco.itMehr info unter www.il-tedesco.it bzw. https://www.il-tedesco.it/premiumMore information on www.il-tedesco.it or via my shop https://www.il-tedesco.it/premium

Nvidia announced its new CPU at an event in Taipei and Jon, Rachel, and Matt talked about why potential customers may be interested in buying as well as the potential impacts to primary CPU players such as Intel and AMD. The team also talks about Berkshire Hathaway's homebuilder acquisition before closing with a question regarding passive investing trends. Jon Quast, Matt Frankel, and Rachel Warren discuss: -Nvidia's new Vera CPU -The potential fallout in the CPU markout -Berkshire Hathaway's latest acquisition -Passive investing's impact on the stock market Companies discussed: Nvidia (NVDA), AMD (AMD), Intel (INTC), Qualcomm (QCOM), Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A)(BRK.B), Taylor Morrison (TMHC) Host: Jon Quast Guests: Matt Frankel, Rachel Warren Engineer: Dan Boyd Disclosure: Advertisements are sponsored content and provided for informational purposes only. The Motley Fool and its affiliates (collectively, “TMF”) do not endorse, recommend, or verify the accuracy or completeness of the statements made within advertisements. TMF is not involved in the offer, sale, or solicitation of any securities advertised herein and makes no representations regarding the suitability, or risks associated with any investment opportunity presented. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consult with legal, tax, and financial advisors before making any investment decisions. TMF assumes no responsibility for any losses or damages arising from this advertisement.We're committed to transparency: All personal opinions in advertisements from Fools are their own. The product advertised in this episode was loaned to TMF and was returned after a test period or the product advertised in this episode was purchased by TMF. Advertiser has paid for the sponsorship of this episode.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You can do everything right in your business and still be the person carrying all the weight if you don't have the right people on your team. In Part 2 of the Breaking Founder Dependence series, Danielle Cevallos, President of Kelly Roach International, tackles the question almost every founder is wrestling with: how do I actually find (and develop) the people who let me step back? Danielle walks through the three non-negotiable characteristics that separate team members who free you up from team members who keep you stuck: being relentless about figuring it out, being a creative thinker, and having extreme ownership over outcomes. She explains why reliable, agreeable "tell me what to do" hires, while lovely, are a luxury most companies in the $500K–$7M range simply can't afford, and why the world changing means hiring has to change too. She also makes the case for using AI as a force multiplier (making exceptional people more efficient) rather than a replacement for the client- and market-facing roles that matter most, meaning you don't need more people, you need exceptional people, well-resourced. Throughout, Danielle gives practical, immediately usable tactics: the interview questions that surface creativity and ownership, the red flags to stop ignoring, how running your team by numbers and outcomes (not completed tasks) naturally builds a "figure-it-out" mindset, and how to cultivate these traits in people already on your team. The payoff: the right people + the right training + enough time = the freedom to step away for a month or three without everything falling apart. In this episode you'll learn: Why the right people are the foundation of breaking founder dependence How to use AI to make high performers more efficient without replacing key roles The three characteristics to hire and develop for How shifting from tasks to outcomes rewires how your team thinks The difference between passive and proactive team members Interview questions that reveal creative thinking and extreme ownership The hiring red flags Danielle learned (the hard way) not to ignore How to grow these traits in your existing team TIMESTAMPS  01:15 — Why you can do everything right and still carry all the weight: it comes down to people 02:45 — How a changing world is reshaping hiring — and where AI fits in 03:45 — Using AI to make exceptional people more efficient, not to replace key roles 05:00 — Trait #1: Relentless about figuring it out 06:30 — How running by numbers and outcomes builds a figure-it-out mindset 08:15 — What "relentless" sounds like in real conversations (and the caveat: they won't always solve it) 09:45 — Passive vs. proactive: the signals to watch for in hiring and onboarding 11:00 — Trait #2: Creative thinking (and how to test for it in interviews) 12:45 — Building an environment where ideas are welcome ("come with three new ideas") 15:00 — Trait #3: Extreme ownership over outcomes 16:30 — The interview question that separates "my bad" from real ownership 17:30 — Learning to listen for red flags, even when you really like someone 18:45 — Cultivating these traits in the team you already have 20:00 — The formula for freedom: right people + right training + enough time Resources Breaking Founder Dependence, Part 1: Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/1145-how-we-made-97-sales-in-8-days-without-kelly-breaking/id1052353755?i=1000769998657 Follow Kelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyroachofficial/  Follow Kelly on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.roach.520/  Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyroachint/  Join our next Legacy Leaders Retreat happening August 31st-September 1st in Boca Raton, FL: https://join.thebusinessadvisory.com/legacyexperiencesept  Subscribe to Kelly's Substack newsletter: https://kellyroachofficial.substack.com/subscribe 

August Biniaz is the Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer of CPI Capital, where he leads acquisitions, investment strategy, and asset management. With more than 15 years of experience in real estate, he has helped close over $225M in multifamily and build-to-rent assets. In this episode, August joins Jake and Gino to discuss multifamily investing, scaling real estate operations, market trends, passive income strategies, and what investors need to understand to succeed in today's market. ESTIMATED TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Introduction 02:10 – August Biniaz's background and transition into real estate 06:45 – Building CPI Capital and scaling operations 11:30 – Multifamily investing fundamentals 17:20 – Build-to-rent opportunities and market demand 23:10 – Raising capital and investor relationships 29:00 – Market challenges and current opportunities 35:20 – Passive vs active investing strategies 41:40 – Lessons learned from large real estate deals 48:10 – Mindset, growth, and entrepreneurship 53:20 – Final advice for investors 55:46 – Closing thoughts We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs... About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, co-hosts of the Passage to Profit Show interview AI and 3D tech leader James Thornton from Tafi and Daz 3D, franchise expert Cliff Nonnenmacher from Franocity and cybersecurity expert Eric Kanagy from Simplesense. James Thornton, Co-Founder and CEO of Tafi and Chairman & CEO of DAZ 3D, reveals what it really takes to build billion-dollar companies, why most entrepreneurs misunderstand scaling, and why data—not AI models—is becoming the true power behind the future of artificial intelligence. In this inspiring and deeply personal episode, James shares lessons from rebuilding struggling companies, surviving a life-changing stroke in his twenties, creating industry-leading 3D AI technology, and helping shape the next generation of AI-driven business tools. From prompt engineering and AI workflows to resilience, leadership, innovation, and the future of digital humans, this episode delivers powerful insights every entrepreneur, creator, and business leader needs to hear. Read more at: https://www.daz3d.com/ Franchise expert Cliff Nonnenmacher, founder of Franocity reveals what most people completely misunderstand about franchising, wealth creation, and escaping corporate America. In this eye-opening episode, Cliff explains how the right franchise can dramatically reduce business failure risk, why “freedom within the framework” creates successful entrepreneurs, and the critical financial and personality traits needed before investing. He also breaks down the industries he believes are most resistant to AI disruption — including home services, trades, senior care, biohacking, and youth enrichment — while sharing the biggest mistakes aspiring franchise owners make when chasing passive income and financial freedom. Read more at: https://franocity.com/ Cybersecurity expert and SimpleSense founder Eric Kanagy reveals how AI is rapidly changing the future of cyber warfare, infrastructure security, and online safety. From hacked water utilities and nation-state attacks to AI-generated scams and fake voices, this eye-opening conversation explores the growing threats businesses and everyday people face as artificial intelligence becomes more powerful. Eric explains why critical infrastructure is vulnerable, how AI is helping both attackers and defenders, and what entrepreneurs can do now to stay protected in an increasingly dangerous digital world. Read more at: https://simplesense.io/ Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur, startup founder, inventor, or small business owner, the Passage to Profit Show is a leading podcast for insights on entrepreneurship, innovation, intellectual property and business strategy. Hosted by Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart, the show features industry leaders, investors, and founders who share real-world lessons on scaling companies, protecting ideas, building generational wealth, and navigating today's evolving business landscape. Visit https://passagetoprofitshow.com/ for the latest episodes, expert interviews, and resources designed to help you grow, protect, and profit from your ideas. Chapters (00:00:00) - Passive Intelligence: The Future of Business(00:00:25) - Passage to Profit(00:02:13) - We Got Our Patent Granted(00:02:51) - If You Filed Your Return Late, You Can Get a Ref(00:03:48) - A Few Words on Ted Turner(00:04:38) - Jimi Hendrix Legacy Lawsuit(00:05:55) - Mother's Day Plans in New York(00:07:41) - What Was the One Decision That Changed the Direction of Your Business?(00:08:41) - How to Build a Wealth of Franchising(00:10:23) - What Changed the Direction of Your Business?(00:12:18) - The One Decision That Changed the Direction of Your Business(00:15:02) - How Hard Do You Have to Work to Create a Billion-D(00:15:59) - Clifford Robbins on Working Nonstop(00:19:58) - How Having a Stroke Changed My Perspective on Life(00:22:43) - The true power of AI is data(00:25:34) - How to Describe Yourself to the AI(00:28:32) - Car Shield(00:29:43) - Better Health Insurance for You(00:30:43) - How Daz For 3-D Artists Is Taking on AI(00:40:24) - Best Uses of AI in Business Owners Roundtable(00:42:38) - ChatGPT: The Future of Image Generation(00:44:19) - Business Owners Roundtable: Real AI Use Cases(00:46:02) - Debtor Assistance Hotline(00:48:27) - The Secret to Intellectual Property(00:52:00) - Buy a Franchise(00:54:59) - How to Get Out of Corporate America(00:56:36) - Do You Need a Franchise to Create Wealth?(01:00:59) - Should You Buy a Franchise or Start a Business?(01:03:19) - What to Know Before Becoming a Franchisee(01:04:10) - Immortal Franchising: The furthest distance from AI(01:06:20) - Is Cybersecurity More Secure Than Ever?(01:12:25) - James Poneman: Could AI Prevent Cybersecurity Attacks?(01:19:02) - Car Shield(01:20:06) - Memory of the Phone(01:21:22) - Secret Weapons of the Entrepreneurial Mind(01:24:05) - How to Be More Helpful to Others(01:25:12) - Richard Gearhart and Elizabeth Gearhart: Rest Is Not Optional(01:26:50) - Passive to Profit

Send us Fan MailIn this deeply honest and emotionally layered episode of The Box & The Sky series, Keya McClain the Poet explores the uncomfortable but necessary conversation surrounding performative empowerment, hidden competition, projection, and the emotional tension that can quietly exist between women.Empowerment & The Box dives into the ways many women genuinely begin relationships, collaborations, and friendships with authentic intentions — only to later confront unresolved insecurities, comparison wounds, scarcity mindsets, and internalized conditioning surrounding beauty, success, desirability, confidence, visibility, and validation.In this episode, Keya discusses:• Why women are subconsciously conditioned to compete from childhood• The difference between authentic empowerment and performative sisterhood• Passive aggression, subtle competition, and emotional dishonesty between women• Projection, comparison, and unresolved self-worth wounds• Why some women secretly resent the women they publicly support• The emotional complexity of visibility, confidence, beauty, healing, and authenticity• Why emotionally healed women feel safe around other powerful women• The importance of honest self-reflection and emotional accountabilityKeya also explores how many women secretly long for emotionally safe connection while still navigating internalized beliefs rooted in comparison, scarcity, and validation.This conversation is not about condemning women.It is about honesty, healing, accountability, and emotional freedom.Because real empowerment does not require another woman to shrink in order for you to feel powerful.Support the show

Hey Team! When I moved into my neighborhood, most of the houses weren't built.  So I got to see over the course of a few years, a lot of the work that went into putting those houses up, all the day-to-day progress that always kept happening, and how every step seemed to set them up for the next step. Now, nobody expects a brick wall to just materialize out of midair on pure willpower or a house to get completely built with no effort. yet when it comes to managing our daily routines, that's exactly what we try to do. We expect our internal motivation to keep us on track despite our own track record, and then we get frustrated when they fall flat. In this episode, we're taking a look at why our attempts to build traditional habits often doesn't work with ADHD, and why it isn't a moral failure or a lack of trying. We're going to explore the critical mechanics of external scaffolding versus internal habits, digging into how we can stop burning through our limited supply of daily executive function and start building physical infrastructure that does the heavy lifting for us If you'd life to follow along on the show notes page you can find that at HackingYourADHD.com/298 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/y835cnrk Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HackingYourADHD This Episode's Top Tips Traditional habits rely on an internal dopamine reward to lock them onto autopilot. Because ADHD reward chemistry is wildly inconsistent, that "autopilot" switch rarely flips. Instead, we want to work on designing our environment through systems to help make our intentions inevitable. Passive reminders are entirely too easy for an ADHD brain to ignore. Instead, use design psychology to create physical roadblocks that force conscious awareness. Putting your clean laundry basket directly on the couch cushion where you want to sit forces your brain to actively negotiate with the task before you can proceed. Human brains naturally drift toward the path of least resistance. Take advantage of this by manipulating that friction. Lower the friction for positive intentions by creating one-step solutions, like a dedicated key basket by the front door, or crank up the friction for distractions by doing things putting your phone completely out of reach so you can't just pick it up without thinking about it. Your physical environment is never neutral; it is actively directing your behavior right now, whether you designed it or not, which means relying on willpower is a losing game. Treat environmental design as a handoff between two versions of you: let your "Good Brain Day" self build a physical world that protects and supports your "Bad Brain Day" self.  

Travis Watts is a passive real estate investor and investor relations professional connected with Spartan Investment Group, focused mainly on self-storage, multifamily, REITs, and other passive income vehicles. He helps investors understand how to build long-term financial freedom through limited partner (LP) investing in syndications and funds. His core focus is simplifying complex real estate investing and promoting disciplined, long-term wealth strategies.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

In this episode of How-To with Gino Barbaro, Gino sits down with real estate investor and entrepreneur Lon Welsh to discuss today's real estate market, investment opportunities, and what separates average investors from elite investors. Lon Welsh is the founder of Ironton Capital, Your Castle Real Estate, and First Alliance Title, with more than 20 years of experience in commercial real estate acquisition and development. Whether you're an active investor, passive investor, or just getting started in real estate, this episode is packed with actionable insights and high-level investing strategies.TIMESTAMPS — Lon Welsh 00:00 – Introduction 01:12 – Meet Lon Welsh 03:28 – Current real estate market update 06:54 – What elite investors are doing differently 10:11 – Market opportunities investors are watching 13:42 – Passive investing strategies explained 17:06 – Risk management in today's economy 20:18 – How busy professionals can invest in real estate 23:47 – Building long-term wealth through real estate 26:32 – The mindset of elite investors 28:44 – Final investing advice from Lon Welsh 29:48 – Closing thoughts

Sarah shares her journey as a real estate fund manager helping investors access passive commercial real estate opportunities through her fund, HYLEE Capital. Drawing from over 20 years of experience in real estate and property management, she focuses on educating investors about risk, diversification, and long-term wealth building. Sarah discusses how her fund provides access to institutional-level deals, the importance of due diligence, and how technology and AI are helping streamline modern fund management operations.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Amanda Brown, VP of Capital Markets at MAG Capital Partners, discusses how her firm focuses on acquiring single-tenant net lease industrial real estate across the U.S., especially tied to U.S. manufacturing. She highlights investor education, passive investing, and industrial real estate as a strong, growing asset class.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Think you can outwork your problems? Many dentists default to seeing more patients and chasing higher production when things feel off. And it works... until it doesn't. The result? Dentists build practices that look successful from the outside while quietly becoming prisoners of the businesses they created. In this episode, Craig and Peter break down why grinding harder is just scooping water out of a sinking boat, what actually needs to change underneath, and how to stop being a hostage to your own practice. They discuss the mental models they use to make better decisions, avoid unnecessary complexity, and build businesses that support freedom instead of consuming it. They discuss why ambitious entrepreneurs often confuse movement with progress, why leadership pressure compounds as practices grow, and how high-performing dentists accidentally optimize their lives for achievement instead of fulfillment. The conversation also explores AI and the future of dentistry, the burden of carrying a growing team, the importance of community and mentorship, and why the quality of your problems matters more than the quantity of your success. If you've ever wondered whether your practice is serving your life or slowly taking it over, this episode is for you. DESCRIPTION The Bulletproof Dental Podcast Episode: 438 HOSTS: Dr. Peter Boulden, Dr. Craig Spodak, and Ian de Jongh In this episode, Peter Boulden, Craig Spodak, and Ian de Jongh unpack the hidden psychological cost of growth in dentistry. They explore the dangers of overproduction, why more revenue does not automatically create more freedom, and how ambitious practice owners often become trapped by goals they never stopped to question. From leadership fatigue and burnout to sustainable scaling and mental models for decision-making, this conversation challenges the traditional definition of success in dentistry and offers a different framework for building a practice that supports long-term fulfillment instead of exhaustion. TAKEAWAYS Overproduction often creates more stress instead of more freedom Many dentists become prisoners of the businesses they build Growth without clarity eventually leads to burnout More revenue does not automatically improve quality of life Leadership pressure compounds as practices scale Mental models help simplify business and life decisions High performers often confuse movement with progress Sustainable growth requires intentionality, not reactive expansion The quality of your problems matters more than the quantity of your success Working on your business becomes more important than constantly working in it Community and mentorship become critical as leadership pressure increases AI and technology will reshape the future of dentistry and practice ownership Time Stamps 00:04:00 Producer burnout in dental business. 00:09:27 Burnout and multi-location management. 00:11:31 Leadership and emotional state. 00:15:12 AI thought leadership and curiosity. 00:19:08 Emotional currency in life. 00:23:46 Group support in dentistry. 00:26:46 Quality of life comparisons. 00:28:34 Passive income in dentistry. 00:34:2 Defining happiness in goals. 00:35:41 Striver's blessing and curse. 00:40:39 Striving vs. contentment in success. 00:45:19 Prisoner vs. Hostage Mentality. 00:47:03 Inputs and outputs in life. 00:50:12 Bulletproof Summit ticket sales. REFERENCES Bulletproof Summit Bulletproof Mastermind