The Color of Money | Transformative Conversations for Wealth Building

It’s only an opportunity if you’re prepared. If you’re not prepared, you’re just having a conversation. That’s why, in this episode, we’re going to coach you on being prepared to seize opportunities as they arise. We talk about getting your mind right: meditating, journaling, and developing a vision for your life. We discuss getting your resources prepared, whether that means money or other resour...

Don’t wish it were easier—focus on getting better. That’s our mantra as we do our mid-year reflection and preparation for what comes next.  Inventory is down, interest rates are up, and the legal landscape makes it harder for agents to get paid. If you do the same amount of work the same way you always have, you’re probably going to earn less moving forward. But don’t dwell on that because there i...

We’re nearing our 50th episode of the Color of Money podcast! To celebrate the occasion, we’re revisiting our most popular episodes. Today, we throw it back to a fan favorite: Millionaire Real Estate Agent with Jason Abrams. Enjoy! — Today, we've got an absolutely thrilling episode lined up for you. Our guest, Jason Abrams, barely needs an introduction, but let me give you a sneak peek into hi...

Today, we’re diving deep into one of the foundational pillars of wealth building: leadership. For many of us on this journey, leadership isn’t just about guiding ourselves—it’s about leading our families, our businesses, and the people within those businesses. In this episode, we explore the intricacies of leadership and the challenges that come with it. Whether you’re leading your own path or gui...

It’s rare for two real estate professionals from the same area and same brokerage to be named as REALTOR Magazine’s 30 under 30 Rising Stars finalists. But once you meet Moti Shiferaw and Isaiah Hazward, you realize they are truly special people. Moti and Isaiah join us on today’s episode. We learn about their backgrounds and motivations. Moti comes from an Ethiopian immigrant family who never own...

“Go make friends” is the number one item on Rob Chavez’s and Justin Myers’ to-do list every day. Rob is the Founder and Justin is the Director of Expansion for the GRID Network. They join us today for a conversation about the importance of relationship-building among agents and real estate investors. GRID stands for Grow your network, Relationships transform lives, Invest in people and assets, and...

Everyone receives inheritances, and everyone leaves some kind of inheritance, even if those inheritances are not financial in nature.  Today, our guest is Dr. Pamela Jolly, a wealth strategist who specializes in legacy wealth. She explains that legacy is about understanding who and what we have inherited and how we can choose what inheritance we leave behind.  Dr. Jolly also explains that generati...

Worried about how you’re going to earn your buyer commission after the Sitzer-Burnett lawsuit ruling? You definitely aren’t alone. But Patricia Long, broker and co-owner of Keller Williams Preferred Properties, is here to talk us through it. On one level, nothing has really changed. You should have already been requesting your client sign a buyers’ agreement that says they will pay you if the sell...

For decades the South Side of Chicago was intentionally divested from. That is the legacy of racism in America. Today, Jerome Harper, Nate Thompson, La'Dweena Smith, and Rashauna Scott are reinvesting in the South Side, creating a new legacy. Jerome Harper and Nate Thompson join the show today to tell us about the new Business Center they are opening in Chicago’s South Side. Not only will the...

The fundamental building blocks for growing a real estate company and impacting a community are the same. Harrison Beacher from the Coalition Properties Group joins the show today to explain how. Harrison’s company has served over 1,700 families for $650 million in sales volume in the DC metro area since 2019. During that time, they’ve also facilitated over $1 million in charitable contributions....

Collaboration is the bloodline for any big business. And it's a key to an abundance of resources. On today’s episode Richard Spears, Charles Holloway, Rod Williams and Tre Adams share with us how they first connected to create the mastermind group that they are today. They talk about feeding off each others’ intentionality, excitement, and visions. They also talk about putting aside egos and s...

When Harvey Yancey was a kid growing up in a one-bedroom apartment outside DC, he always dreamed about having his own bedroom with big, beautiful windows. That’s why today he makes sure that every home he builds has big windows and a nice design. He believes that everyone deserves to live in a beautiful home, not just the millionaires.  You see, Harvey is the kind of guy who does the right thing b...

What does it take to be named one of REALTORⓇ Magazine’s 30 under 30? Daniel Walcott joins us today to tell us about the path that led him to the award. It wasn’t an easy or perfect path. Daniel got his first taste of real estate as a Howard student when he joined the Real Estate Club. Then, in his first year as a professional real estate agent, he only sold one house. But he found mentorship and...

Credit is a game with its own rules– rules that don’t even make sense a lot of times– but it’s a game all of us Americans have to play if we want to be ok financially. In this episode, we dive into the basics of ‘the game’ and talk about why you really need to work with a professional when it comes to building your credit. We have a lot of “did you know” moments in this episode. Like: Did you know...

Minneapolis has long had one of the largest home ownership gaps in the country. In the last five years, though, that gap has started to shrink. Black home ownership is slowly on the rise. Tre Adams of the Signature Group Real Estate team is part of the reason why. He’s here today to tell us how he’s been successful in helping first-time Black homebuyers in the Minneapolis area. Tre is an example o...

This episode comes to you live from Las Vegas! It is the Keller Williams Family Reunion 2024 and we’ve gathered as a panel with friend of the podcast, Bo Menkiti, to discuss the wealth building continuum. And we aren’t just talking about the wealth building continuum in general, we’re talking about it from our perspective as black entrepreneurs looking to close the wealth gap for our families and...

Our guest today is business leader and best-selling author, Ms. J. Rene Walker. Ms. Walker is currently the managing broker for Compass Texas, overseeing almost 4,000 real estate agents in the state of Texas. She's been past president of the Austin Black Real Estate Professionals and past president of Williamsburg County Association. She has also been named Realtor of the Year and Businesswoma...

In today's episode, we're tackling an issue that touches millions of lives: student loan debt. This topic is particularly significant in the Black community, where student loans often represent the highest form of debt. Our conversation is sparked by insights from last week's discussion on budgeting—or as we like to call it, spending plans—and the overarching impact of debt. We are thr...

Today's episode is one that resonates deeply with many of us, touching on the foundational aspects of personal finance: budgeting and debt reduction. Despite the negative connotations these terms might hold for some, including our very own Daniel, it's an unavoidable stepping stone on the path to wealth. Budgeting might be a dirty word in some households, where many find the idea of budget...

Marc King isn't just any guest; he's the president of the largest real estate company globally. His reputation precedes him, and honestly, it's not every day you get to chat with someone whose influence stretches so far and wide. While I could go on about his extensive bio, let's just say being the president of such a prestigious company speaks volumes about his expertise and leade...

Today, we're beyond thrilled to host the extraordinary Amber Noble. Amber's story is not just inspiring, it's a roadmap for anyone yearning to transition from being an employee to an entrepreneur, from paycheck to purpose. In this enlightening conversation, we delve into the heart of what it means to follow one's calling. Amber opens up about her journey, exploring the pivotal mome...

Our esteemed guest today is Kiley Demery, a veteran financial advisor based in the Minneapolis area and licensed across multiple states. Kiley started in the industry over sixteen years ago, working for Northwestern Mutual and Wells Fargo Advisors. In 2016, he launched his own business, Demery Wealth Advisors. There, he specializes in investment, insurance, and plan design services for small busin...

Today, we're thrilled to have a true luminary in the realm of wealth and real estate – Mr. Brett Tanner. Brett's achievements are nothing short of remarkable. Since 2009, he's sold over 5,500 homes, earning him the rank of the ninth-highest producing agent in the entire country. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. Brett owns multiple ancillary businesses, all intricately linked...

Join us in a captivating conversation with Sofia Chacon, a remarkable figure in real estate and a beacon of resilience and empowerment. As an OP and franchise owner of KW, The Lakes in California, Sofia stands alongside industry leaders like Daniel Dixon and Emerick Peace. Her diverse portfolio includes Laguna Property Management, an escrow and title company, and Powerhouse Legacy, showcasing her...

Today, we've got an absolutely thrilling episode lined up for you. Our guest, Jason Abrams, barely needs an introduction, but let me give you a sneak peek into his extraordinary career. You might recognize Jason from HGTV's "Scoring the Deal," where he worked magic with athletes. Or perhaps you've seen his dynamic presence on stage at Keller Williams Family Reunion and Mega Cam...