The Pursuit of Progress Podcast

For years, we've heard that Millennials were taking over the housing market and Gen Z was right behind them. But the latest National Association of REALTORS® Generational Trends Report tells a very different story. Baby Boomers now make up the largest group of home buyers in America, while first-time home buyers have fallen to the lowest level ever recorded. So what does that mean if you're hoping...

Most people remember the championship. Very few remember the years of heartbreak that came first. In this episode of The Pursuit of Progress , Adam and Ben explore one of the greatest comeback stories in sports history—Lionel Messi's journey from crushing defeats and retirement to finally lifting the World Cup trophy. But this episode isn't really about soccer. It's about resilience, perseverance,...

Season 3 Episode 24 | If You Don't Choose Your Life... It Gets Chosen For You Most people don't intentionally choose a life they're unhappy with. They simply stop making intentional decisions. One day turns into one year. One year turns into ten. Before they know it, they're living a life that feels "fine"… but not one they ever consciously designed. In this solo episode of Pursuit of Progress , A...

Who are the five people you spend the most time with? According to legendary personal development coach Jim Rohn, those five people may have a bigger impact on your future than you realize. Your mindset, habits, standards, confidence, health, finances, and even the goals you pursue are often shaped by the people and influences surrounding you every day. In this episode of Pursuit of Progress, we e...

Most people think the tax code exists simply to collect more money. But when you study it closely, you'll notice something interesting: The system often rewards ownership, investing, retirement planning, homeownership, and long-term thinking. In this episode of The Pursuit of Progress, Adam Lang and Ben Adams break down seven ways the IRS allows people to legally keep more of their hard-earned mon...

Most people think estate planning is simple: "Have a will and everything is covered." Unfortunately, that's not always true. Many of the most important estate planning terms sound similar but have very different meanings—and misunderstanding them can create court delays, family conflict, unnecessary expenses, and unintended outcomes. In this episode of The Pursuit of Progress, Adam Lang and Ben Ad...

The 2026 real estate market looks very different than it did just a few years ago. Higher interest rates. Affordability challenges. Longer days on market. More uncertainty. And because of that, many buyers, sellers, and investors are feeling stuck. But here’s the truth: People are still winning in this market every single day. In this episode of The Pursuit of Progress, Adam Lang and Ben Adams bre...

Changing your life sounds exciting… until you realize how heavy the beginning feels. The truth is, most people quit too early — not because they’re failing, but because they underestimate the amount of force required to break free from their old habits, old mindset, and old life. In this episode of The Pursuit of Progress, Adam Lang and Ben Adams break down the concept of “Escape Velocity” — the s...

You have internal conversations happening all day long… And those conversations are shaping your decisions far more than most people realize. They determine whether you move forward or stay stuck. Whether you take action or keep delaying. Whether you build confidence… or keep feeding fear. In this episode of The Pursuit of Progress , Adam Lang and Ben Adams break down the 3 voices constantly compe...

Most expensive mistakes in life don’t feel expensive in the moment. They feel comfortable. Comfortable to wait. Comfortable to avoid the hard conversation. Comfortable to skip the risk. Comfortable to stay where you are. And that’s what makes comfort so dangerous… It doesn’t send you a bill today. It sends you one years later. In this episode of The Pursuit of Progress , Adam Lang and Ben Adams br...

Most buyers think they can’t afford a home in Denver… But when we dig deeper, it’s usually not the price that’s stopping them. It’s the down payment. In this episode of The Pursuit of Progress , we break down one of the biggest myths in real estate—that you need 20% down to buy a home—and why that belief is keeping so many qualified buyers stuck on the sidelines. Here’s what we cover: The truth ab...

Most people think buying a home starts with money… It doesn’t. It starts with belief—and the words you use every day. In this episode of The Pursuit of Progress , we break down how your language shapes your actions, your confidence, and ultimately your results—especially if you're planning to buy a home in 2026. This isn’t theory. This is how your brain actually works. Here’s what we cover: Why sa...

You’re not behind. You’re just early in your story. In this episode of The Pursuit of Progress , Adam breaks down one of the biggest mindset traps holding people back right now: Comparison. From real estate to business to personal growth, it’s never been easier to feel like you’re falling behind—especially when you’re constantly seeing other people’s highlight reels. But here’s the truth: You’re n...

Affordability is the biggest challenge buyers are facing in 2026. But the buyers who are winning right now aren’t waiting for the market to change. They’re changing their strategy. In this episode, Adam Lang and Ben Adams break down how buyers in Denver are: • Lowering their monthly payments • Taking advantage of hidden opportunities • Using incentives, negotiation, and flexibility to win Because...

Most buyers in 2026 aren’t losing because of interest rates. They’re losing because of small decisions that don’t seem like a big deal… until they are. In this episode, Adam Lang and Ben Adams break down two of the most costly mistakes buyers are making right now — and how to avoid them. From only budgeting for the mortgage to waiting for the “perfect time” to buy, these are the kinds of decisions...

Have you ever spent time with someone and walked away feeling drained? That feeling isn’t random. In this episode, Adam Lang breaks down the hidden cost of negative people — and how your environment impacts your energy, your standards, your decisions, and your long-term growth. Because over time, the people around you shape what you believe is normal… and what you believe is possible. From energy...

Most people are afraid of making the wrong financial decision. But the real risk often isn’t making a mistake — it’s waiting too long to make a move. In this episode, Ben Adams and Adam Lang break down the concept of the cost of waiting — and why delaying action can quietly become one of the most expensive decisions you make. From opportunity cost and compounding to real estate examples and the ps...

Most people try to fix their mornings. But the real key to a better day often starts the night before. In this episode, Adam Lang and Ben Adams break down 7 simple evening habits that can dramatically improve your sleep, focus, and productivity the next day. From sleep tracking and phone placement to planning tomorrow before it arrives, these habits help you turn evenings from “lost time” into pre...

Most people don’t stay broke because they earn too little. They stay broke because of small financial habits that quietly drain their money over time. In this episode, Adam Lang and Ben Adams break down 10 common behaviors that keep people financially stuck — even when they have a good income. From constant tech upgrades and food delivery spending to credit card interest, subscriptions, and brand...

In Season 3, Episode 7 of The Pursuit of Progress, Adam sits down with Eli Nevarez — a New Mexico Realtor who also works full-time in the police department. We talk about redefining success, building a strong family while managing two careers, discipline, values, and what truly matters long term. Plus — the wild story behind the Breaking Bad house in Albuquerque that just sold at nearly a 90% disc...

Your life is a byproduct of your conversations. In this episode, Adam and Ben break down the science and strategy behind speaking your goals into reality — especially for first-time homebuyers and anyone chasing a big milestone in 2026. They’ll show you why your language creates belief , and why that belief fuels action. Say it out loud. Say it clearly. And say it to the right people.

Your future self is already watching. In this episode, Adam and Ben break down how to use long-term thinking and future-based accountability to upgrade your daily choices — starting now. From backcasting to identity-level visioning, this episode gives you the tools to start designing a life you’ll look back on with pride… not regret.

Setting goals is easy. Becoming the person who actually lives them out? That’s the hard part. In this episode, Adam Lang and Benjamin Adams introduce the S.E.S. Blueprint — a simple identity-based framework built on Skills, Environment, and Standards. If you’re ready to stop recycling the same goals every year and start building real momentum, this episode gives you a practical roadmap to upgrade...

Wall Street says the economy is strong. But Main Street knows the truth: something is breaking. In this economic deep dive, we reveal: Why inflated spending doesn’t equal strength How debt and desperation are replacing savings and stability 10 signs the consumer (the real engine of the economy) is cracking What happens next if things don’t shift Smart moves you can make now to brace for impact No...

50-year mortgages are being sold as a solution to affordability. But are they actually creating a generation of homeowners who never truly own? In this episode, we break down: Why 50-year loans are a trap disguised as a tool The brutal math of interest and long-term cost How equity, flexibility, and freedom shrink with time What most lenders won’t tell you about “refinancing later” When (if ever)...