The Pursuit of Progress Podcast

In this episode, Adam and Ben discuss the importance of credit and how it affects various aspects of personal finance. They dive into the six factors that make up a credit score and provide tips on how to improve each one. The first three factors covered in this episode are credit inquiries, available credit, and payment history. They debunk common misconceptions about credit inquiries and emphasi...

Summary: In this episode, Adam and Ben discuss the rising student loan debt and its impact on individuals. They highlight the increasing cost of education compared to income wages and the need for students to carefully consider the cost versus benefit of a degree. The conversation also explores alternatives to traditional college, such as online education and mentorship programs. The hosts emphasi...

Summary: Adam and Ben discuss their weekend plans and Adam's recent experience attending a 3 day real estate conference in Las Vegas called Wealth-Con. They share takeaways from the speaker lineup, including the importance of taking action, embracing failure, not overcomplicating things, teamwork, getting laser-focused on your why, and valuing time. They also mention inspiring stories from the spe...

Summary: In this episode, the hosts interview Jordan Adams, a successful real estate investor and business owner. Jordan shares his journey in real estate, starting with his first investment property and building a portfolio of rental properties. He emphasizes the importance of having a vision and freedom of time in building wealth. Jordan also discusses the sacrifices he made and the mindset requ...

Summary: In this episode, Adam and Ben discuss various topics related to homeownership and mortgages. They reflect on the importance of living with intention and purpose, and the need to be present in all aspects of life. They also delve into Dave Ramsey's philosophy on mortgages, including the debate between 15-year and 30-year fixed mortgages, the 20% down payment rule, and private mortgage insu...

In this episode, Adam and Ben discuss the concept of 'Separation Season,' which refers to the opportunity to continue growing and achieving goals while others are taking a break during the holiday season. They emphasize the importance of staying engaged and maintaining routines and priorities, even during the holidays. They also discuss the significance of accountability partners and the power of...

In this episode, Adam and Ben discuss the importance of setting goals and the challenges people face in achieving them. They explore the concept of New Year's resolutions and the common pitfalls associated with them. The conversation delves into the idea of setting achievable goals versus setting big, audacious goals that push individuals to think outside their comfort zones. The hosts also introd...

In this conversation, Adam and Benjamin discuss the current rates for mortgages and the possibility of rate drops in 2024. They also explore the challenges in the housing market and the impact of an election year on rates. Benjamin provides insights into financing options for non-new build homes, including temporary and permanent buy downs. They also delve into the importance of credit scores and...