The Del Walmsley Radio Show

  Del Walmsley is joined by Claire Reeves, Vice President of Education and Member Experiences, to discuss the impact of Lifestyles Unlimited’s annual Expo, now in its 12th year. The Expo, originally created as an alternative to other real estate events, has grown into a national gathering of 3,000 to 4,000 attendees. Participants experience the full Lifestyles community, network with mentors and i...

  Del Walmsley reflects on the true meaning of retirement during his morning walk in the cold, realizing that animals never “retire” — they keep working to survive until they can’t. This observation leads him to question the human idea of stopping work and living off savings or government support. He explains that traditional retirement was never meant to offer freedom; it was designed to remove “...

  Del Walmsley is joined by Robin, who shares her journey from a 20-year Air Force career and corporate America into real estate investing. After joining Lifestyles Unlimited in 2017 with no prior experience, she completed her first multifamily deal that same year. Robin recalls a key moment when she realized financial freedom comes from cash flow, not just saving for retirement. She stresses the...

  Del Walmsley discusses generational fears ahead of the 2026 Expo, noting that young people’s top concerns—financial insecurity, personal failure, and social rejection—are the same struggles past generations faced, including his own experiences with poverty and insecurity. He says today’s challenge is a lack of direction in a fast-changing digital world, and argues that true security comes from w...

  Del Walmsley questions whether traditional retirement is still realistic for most Americans, pointing to the growing gap between what people think they need to retire and what they have actually saved. He explains that retirement has become more difficult due to rising healthcare costs, increasing housing expenses, and longer life expectancy, pressures that Social Security alone cannot handle. R...

  Del Walmsley welcomes Jeff and Elizabeth Laflame, who share their journey into real estate shaped by military life, early setbacks, and persistence. After buying a home in 2007 just before the crash and completing a short sale, they stepped away from investing until joining Lifestyles Unlimited in 2020. The turning point came when Elizabeth understood returns on equity and cash-on-cash returns a...

  Del Walmsley responds to a listener’s question about choosing between a 401(k) and rental real estate by outlining the long-term realities of both paths. He explains that while 401(k)s are promoted for automatic payroll deductions and employer matches, they depend on decades of personal contributions and are eventually taxed. In contrast, rental real estate allows tenants to pay down debt, gener...

  Del Walmsley hosts a Tell Del Tuesday episode featuring Gordon Polk, who explains how decades of disciplined investing in the stock market and mutual funds failed to produce the retirement he was promised. His turning point came during the two-day intensive, where he realized he could own multiple properties and that rental income could pay for the properties themselves. With guidance from mento...

  Del Walmsley outlines the strategy for preparing for 2026, emphasizing the importance of starting the year with focus, motivation, and clear, actionable planning. He highlights the potential risks of losing control over investments due to changing market and regulatory conditions, urging listeners to take proactive steps to protect their assets. By staying engaged, making informed decisions, and...

  Del Walmsley shares a personal story about holiday spending and growing up frugal, contrasting the waste he sees around him with the discipline required to build wealth. He explains his long-standing strategy of buying one new investment property every year and using that property’s cash flow to cover all holiday and gift expenses. Del highlights how consistent annual acquisitions steadily grow...

  Del Walmsley hosts David and Stephanie Stout from West Lafayette, Indiana, as they share their 30-year journey of family, business, and discovering real estate the right way. Their turning point came when David accidentally heard Del’s radio show after a mechanic changed his truck’s station and the message immediately resonated. They took the 2-day class online where the Lifestyles Unlimited sys...

  Del shares his journey from dead end jobs to pursuing financial freedom through investing. He reflects on leaving college early, realizing it would not make him wealthy, and strategically moving to fast growing warm cities to seize opportunities. He worked low paying exploitative jobs where he learned sales, persistence, and business fundamentals. Each role exposed him to unethical practices and...

  Del Walmsley explains why the current market is ideal for buying and why preparation is everything. He reviews his monthly “family office” process, where he evaluates his investments and moves capital into higher-return opportunities. He then dives deeper into the six ways real estate creates wealth, with a strong emphasis on leverage and the power it has to multiply returns. Del stresses that m...

  Del Walmsley hosts Jeffrey and Annette Barnes on his radio show, sharing their journey from military service and corporate careers to real estate investing. Their first major success was buying a Chicago property for $30,000, renovating it, and refinancing to fund additional rental home acquisitions. Despite challenges with tenant laws in Chicago, they utilize vendor lists and property managemen...

  Del Walmsley highlights the importance of treating your finances like a business, starting with your very first rental property. He emphasizes that preparation is everything—consistently saving, tracking your investments, reviewing your financials, and staying ready to act when the right opportunity arises. Opportunities only count if you’re prepared, and that preparation begins with taking the...

  Del Walmsley welcomes longtime associates Paul Faulkner and Jenna from Ad Valorem Tax to discuss how their company helps Lifestyles Unlimited members manage and reduce property taxes. They cover how the property tax system has evolved, explain the step-by-step protest process, and outline options including informal hearings, formal review boards, and arbitration or litigation if needed. Paul det...

  Del Walmsley challenges the illusion of job security, even in so-called “safe” government positions, reminding listeners that no job is truly guaranteed. Using the recent government shutdown as an example, he illustrates how quickly paychecks can stop and how fragile dependence on a single source of income can be. He stresses that true financial security comes not from employment but from buildi...

  Del Walmsley discusses the long-term nature of real estate investing and the dangers of overreacting to market fluctuations. He emphasizes that real estate should not be treated as a speculative tool to “time the market,” but as a vehicle for building lasting passive income when purchased at the right price and managed effectively. Del stresses that proper education, mentorship, and strategic gu...

  Del is joined by Chris on Tell Del Tuesday to discuss his journey from aspiring investor to achieving financial freedom by age 29. Chris shares how early exposure to real estate through his family, combined with hands-on experience in construction and renovations, gave him the foundation to start investing around 2008. He transformed his passion for renovations into a strategy for investing in S...

  Del Walmsley is joined by Dan on Tell Del Tuesday. Former hospital CFO Dan Goggin retired believing his financial models and stock market strategy would secure his future—until a sharp market drop in 2022 made him rethink his approach. After attending a Lifestyles Unlimited event, he was impressed by the education, mentorship, and community focused on building passive income through real estate....

  Do you know your exact net worth right now? Most people don't—and that's where the trouble begins. This episode cuts through the financial fog to reveal a monthly tracking process that separates those who build wealth from those who simply hope for it. You'll hear three remarkable stories that sound almost unbelievable: A spouse who secretly invested grocery money for 15 years. A professional wh...

  Del Walmsley reviews an article by a semi-retired doctor who shares how early real estate mistakes led to major financial losses. He explains why partnerships and college rentals often lead to conflict and poor returns, and warns against speculative strategies like flipping lots or buying condos at market highs. Del emphasizes that real wealth in real estate comes from purchasing properties belo...

  Del Walmsley hosts member Justin, a real estate investor and teacher, who shares his journey from sales and corporate jobs to flipping houses and managing vacation rentals. Justin explains how challenges like market saturation and maintenance issues pushed him away from flipping and short-term rentals toward building a Multi Family. He also discusses his background in construction and running a...

  Have you ever wondered whether conventional retirement wisdom actually works? This episode digs into real questions from real listeners wrestling with investment decisions right now. From analyzing the famous 4% drawdown rule to evaluating an unusual student housing opportunity, these aren't theoretical discussions—they're practical scenarios that reveal how investment strategies actually play o...

  After 35 years in real estate investing, certain principles have remained remarkably consistent. This episode examines what distinguishes real estate from traditional investment vehicles and why specific approaches continue working across different market cycles. The conversation reveals seven distinct advantages worth exploring: generating monthly cash flow, leveraging borrowed capital, benefit...