Gary's Gulch

I make a plug in this episode for mindset and focus on the Number ONE asset, YOU! The insurance companies see your value and my question is… Do you see it? And what is the number they tie to your family losing your valuable income? Listen in and find out.  Highlights Talking about how insurance companies assess human life value through factors such as the neighborhood and community, analogizing it...

In this episode I read one of my favorite speeches, Teddy Roosevelt's Man in the Arena, and replay an episode of my good friend Jen McAllister's podcast where she interviews me on the challenges of my own journey to achieving and growing agency. Highlights Jen's podcast 'Just Figure It Out' and how it encourages people to start, to surround yourself with people who can help and to learn from other...

I open this early 2024 episode with reflection on the 3-day goals event I attended, add observations on the vital Iowa Caucus and end with a heart-warming and incredibly well-timed letter from a client. Highlights The various goal-setting methods that Gary tried in the past and the lessons learnt Achievements and setbacks from the past year Importance of relying on oneself for success instead of p...

In this short episode to start 2024, I reflect on how far we've come and what simple steps and focus we need to make this the best year ever. It is not hard, it just takes focus on the right things. Listen in and find out what those are. Highlights Recent podcast with Jen, CPA, business owner and accountant discussing business growth. Encouragement to celebrate success and use it as a platform to...

I discuss feedback from a few investment field trips I took recently and thoughts on what you can Still Do to reduce your 2023 taxes. One week isn't much, but it is enough - reach out to me if you're a client and interested in help. Gratitude is the word of the day for this Christmas message, come listen and find out why! Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton https://ww...

Along with partners Paradigm Life, I took a huge leap of faith in sponsoring an event last week and it was incredible, yet it went nothing like what I'd planned and rehearsed - was that bad? Absolutely not. It wasn't my plan that was playing out. Listen in and find out what I learned in this incredible growth experience! Highlights Different stages in life where one would reject or accept the conc...

I provide initial takeaways after returning from Aspire Tour Atlanta and turn it over to Patrick Donohoe for a fresh perspective on the Hierarchy of Wealth in an interview with our colleague John Stewart, originally airing on the Perpetual Wealth Strategy podcast.   Highlights Successful entrepreneurs and business owners like Kevin O'Leary, Jesse Itzler, and Sarah Blakely are mentioned for imparti...

Your life has a powerful purpose and realizing that at the end, completing the journey is extremely important to you and all those you impact and leave to carry the torch when you're finished. Most of us don't know that purpose or why we encounter what we see as setbacks along the way. That's true for me, I get frustrated when my plan doesn't play out. My message to myself and Gary's Gulch today i...

In this episode I discuss the actions you need to take in these last few weeks of the year if you want to prevent loss of your Agency through unnecessary tax payments. I give resources you can review to grow your financial Knowledge which brings Control over your resources and thus Agency. Have a listen and reach out to me if I can help you in these remaining weeks!   Highlights Spend time reviewi...

In this last of three episodes with Patrick Donohoe, CEO of Paradigm Life and my close friend, we discuss the path that most investors take in creating and growing their rental portfolio. We cover the common phases and potential pitfalls that you may encounter as you progress through life with your investment rental portfolio. What choices can you make to optimize your returns and chance for overa...

Robert Kiyosaki famously put in his book Rich Dad, Poor Dad that your home is a liability, not an asset. He did a great service for those families that struggle with consumption and not saving for retirement, he woke them up. The financially savvy though know better - in a world where fiat currency inflation is the rule, owning the hard asset that you live in is vital to long term wealth. I discus...

This episode is the tale of two families I know, both have strayed from tier 2, betting on themselves and their directly owned businesses and rentals, into the glitter of the market fairy tale. They were convinced to bet on a good story, not themselves and the assets they control. Come learn why that is always a sucker's bet.   Highlights The speaker criticizes Certified Financial Planners (CFP) f...

I recently completed a 3-part series with my friend and mentor, Patrick Donohoe of Paradigm Life, on the value of directly owning rental real estate. It makes sense in all economic environments - Listen in and find out why!   Highlights The concept of tier two assets and the importance of having direct control over your own real estate and businesses Importance of adapting to new economic environm...

So many people have become frozen in the face of 7% rates, both in their business and their personal life. They've put life on hold, growth of their agency on hold because they are fearful of rates. It doesn't have to be that way! Listen in, gain perspective and get out there and thrive - Grow your Agency! Highlights Consequences and impact of high variable interest rates Why you should keep movin...

I describe my incredible experience attending an Impact Others event at a child feeding center in Mexico with Eddie Wilson and a small group of entrepreneurs. One particular story of a woman achieving her unique genius and living a life of fulfillment in service to others was truly inspiring and serves as a model for all of us. Links and Resources from this Episode https://www.instagram.com/eddiew...

I had a very successful and experienced colleague tell me "Honest people are almost as much at risk of being taken in an investment or business scam as naive people. They optimistically assume others are like them; pessimists, critics do the same and it protects them."  Is this true? Listen in for my take on this fascinating and very important comment. Episode Highlights The risks of being an over...

I took a few minutes with the CEO of Paradigm Life and my mentor, Patrick Donohoe, during a packed week of working with business owners at the Money Is Mastermind in FL to discuss new features we've released for our clients to help them grow the Agency and achieve their financial dreams. Who's the Guest? Patrick Donohoe founded Paradigm Life in 2007 and, like many during the 2008-2009 financial cr...

COVID hysteria is back! The globalists are gearing up for another election in 2024 and it is now time to usher back in the masks and other fear-based tactics to remind you it is a scary world and you need the nanny state elites to protect you, so vote to give your rights away. I put these risks in perspective and give you talking points to share with loved ones and build your own resolve. Listen i...

This episode is inspired by the passing of the great Jimmy Buffet. I discuss why serving others is the key to having a life worth living and provide my recommendations on how to get started. Episode Highlights Attending a Jimmy Buffett concert. Recognizing the significance of living a life that serves others. Contributions of motivational speakers like Zig Ziglar and Jim Rohn. The importance of pu...

I often get asked, is a policy loan best for this purchase (or investment)? My answer 'It might be! Let's discuss'. This episode talks about what drives interest rates, where to borrow and why, and the overall impact on your ability to grow your Agency. We cover Direct Recognition loans, Variable vs Fixed rates and much more - come listen so you can grow AGENCY!   Episode Highlights How understand...

As a follow up to my longer discussion on Legacy a few months ago, I share some insights from a recent conversation with my attorney Andrew Howell on what is most important and big picture techniques to protect the people and resources most important in your life.   Episode Highlights The difficulty of guiding clients through a full estate planning process without professional advice. The importan...

Today, it is vital that America wakes up our true leaders of agency, not those in DC, but those in the small towns and big cities that have a rocket full of value inside and are afraid or confused of what happens when they ignite it. Gary's Gulch is about attracting these agency-filled leaders, helping them maximize their resources and become people and companies of true significance in a time the...

Julie Holly, host of the Conscious Investor podcast and I discuss what it takes to achieve massive Agency in your life and gain true clarity on your path. Listen in and light that rocket of entrepreneurism that lies patiently inside you!   Episode Highlights Julie Holly's background as a real estate investor and multifamily syndicator, with a passion for helping individuals with their mindset. Exp...

We are all seeking Agency, the ability to live life on our terms, to not be forced to say or do things that we know to be wrong but many do anyway because they feel financially stuck - it doesn't have to be that way - start today to Right your Ship and point it towards AGENCY!   Episode Highlights The significance of eliminating financial blackmail for achieving and sustaining freedom. Optimism fo...

The Federal Reserve raised interest rates again this week to a 22 year high. Is it time to panic? Perhaps for many out there, but not for those that understand that having financial control makes interest rates irrelevant. If you have the cash, you can always get out from under a bad interest rate. Listen and find out what I mean! Episode Highlights The importance of liquidity Our need for peace o...