The Wealth Without Wall Street Podcast

How many of us like to talk about taxes? Like it or not, paying taxes is a responsibility that every entrepreneur must tackle if they wish to live peacefully without the dreaded knock from the IRS. But did you know that there are legitimate ways to lower your tax liability? By identifying your expenses correctly, knowing your tax code, and keeping detailed accounts, you can find perfectly acceptab...

#203: Have you ever heard the saying “Be a goat, not a sheep” ? Today's guest uses this analogy to describe himself. Coming from an engineering background, Josh Messmer turned to real estate investing to pursue passive income opportunities. He also works as a county administrator and does not mind being an employee, as long as he has the freedom to engage in other worthy passions.  Josh learn...

What does it mean to be financially free? A simple definition is that you have achieved financial freedom when your income is higher than your expenses. In reality, financial freedom means something different to everyone. The answer to this question will depend on several variables, such as your personal circumstances, your relationship with money, and how you view wealth. So the next question is,...

#202: How can you quit your day job to pursue your passion? Walking away from your job is like breaking up with a partner. Some people even refer to it as firing your boss. You can either feel terrible about it or really excited to be moving on. If you're in this situation, there's a lot you can learn from today's episode with Matt Faircloth. Matt is the Founder and CEO of DeRosa Group and author...

If you've been listening to this podcast, you should know by now that IBC is not just a concept but a cash flow system. It’s one of the best money management tools, once you learn how to use it. But, unfortunately, most people look only at the features of the product, without considering the ways to use it to its full potential. If you're someone who has been enjoying the benefits of IBC, is your...

#201: When was the last time you took a trip that changed the direction of your life? Today's guest, Kevin Bupp, host of The Real Estate Investing for Cash Flow Podcast and the Mobile Home Park Podcast, has an exciting story to share. Kevin was a 19-year old bartender when he met a man who took him on a 3-day trip and showed him the path to making money via real estate. That man became his mentor...

Do you find yourself wondering if it's too late for you to start using the infinite banking concept? Unless you no longer need to spend money, you’re never too old to start. IBC is one of the best cash flow management tools and helps you to have more control over your funds. But wait, isn't the cost of whole life insurance for an older person so expensive that thinking about IBC at this point woul...

#200: What kind of investor are you? Where do you usually put your money? When you invest, you expect your money to grow. However, things don't always go the way we hope. Higher expenses and a few wrong turns can bring your profit down. What most people see are the results. But a lot of things can happen behind the scenes in an investor’s life, especially someone with diverse investments. That's w...

Who do you turn to for financial advice? Financial education is important at any age, and parents should start discussing money matters with their kids at home. However, that seldom happens. So young adults usually have a hard time making financial decisions when adjusting to life in the “real world.” In your 20s, you’re probably not earning a lot of money, living on your own, and paying bills and...

#199: How do you measure success? Many people pursue financial wealth, thinking that it will reward them with everything they desire. But money is not always the answer. What we should aim for is to become more than just a success by the world's standards. "More than a millionaire, what we really want is to become a Lifeonaire ." Today’s guest is someone who lives life on vacation while operating...

When pursuing financial freedom, you must expand your knowledge about opportunities to grow your wealth. But how do you do it the right way? How do you know if an agent or financial advisor has the skills and abilities to teach you how to improve your financial situation? How can you tell a real expert from a fraud? Here are a few steps you can take: The first step is clarity. What exactly do you...

#198: What is one book that has positively impacted your life? Ask this question and you'll get many different answers. It's incredible how one book can change your perspective on life. One such book is Becoming Your Own Banker (BYOB) by Nelson Nash. Through this book, Nelson explains the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) in the most effective way possible, getting his point across with humor and cla...

Robert Kiyosaki's The Cashflow Quadrant presents a table divided into four areas. E and S quadrants are on the left side, and B and I quadrants on the right. Those in the B quadrant are business owners who own a system or a product that makes money even when they aren't working, thus creating passive income. When you run your own business, it's important to consider having insurance coverage as pa...

#197: What does it take to go from zero to 850% growth in less than two years? A lot of hard work! But that's not all. You have to be willing to move forward through failure until you find the right business model, the proper systems and processes, and most importantly, the perfect business partner. Today's episode features power couple Leila and Alex Hormozi of Gym Launch , a multi-million-dollar...

Are you excited about the possibility of becoming financially free one day? Have you explored any of the opportunities shared by WWWS guests and community members? Having passive income streams can be a game-changer. From preparing for your children's college education or buying their first car, planning that dream vacation, or building up your retirement fund, adding passive income streams to you...

#196: When there's something you want to learn fast, what do you do? There's nothing wrong with trying to master something on your own. However, time is a valuable resource. So if you want to learn something faster, the best thing to do is work with a mentor. Welcome to another inspiring story from our Wealth Without Wall Street Community with members Gabrielle and Thomas Caucutt. This couple will...

Many people dream of having investments that bring in huge returns. But how do you get to that place if you don't even know where to start? Countless investors started with small deals, then moved to bigger ones after gaining more confidence. In today's round table, the IBC coaches will share how they started taking action, beginning with that first small deal, and how they use the Infinite Bankin...

#195: If there's a way to earn money without working, people can spend more time with their families and pursuing their passions. Unfortunately, most people have to work to earn. But there are systems you can follow to build passive income streams. First, you need to have access to cash, then invest in businesses aligned to your interests. You can learn more about this by taking the Investor DNA q...

When you're excited to share your experience with people you know, how do you do it? Do you ramble on and on until they get bored? Perhaps you're using jargon or sharing technical stuff they don't understand, so they eventually tune out. What about using stories and transformation? Which techniques are best? With conscious effort, anyone can enhance their ability to motivate others to embrace a pa...

#194: “Begin With the End in Mind” means to move forward with a clear vision of your desired destination. You will hear more about this in today’s episode with Jamil Damji. He’s back to continue his story from wholesaling houses to building KeyGlee , a National Franchise with over 100+ employees in 180 US markets. Jamil has undoubtedly come a long way, and we can all learn so much from his view on...

If you've been following this podcast, you’ve heard all about the Infinite Banking Concept. Have you given it a try, or are you still trying to wrap your head around it? Perhaps the strongest selling point of IBC is the access to money. You can borrow against the actual cash value of your life insurance to pay for an emergency, a child’s college education, or a new car. But the best use of IBC is...

#193: In the past few episodes, you've heard stories from Wealth Without Wall Street Community members regarding their journey to financial freedom with the help of IBC. Today, we have a third-time guest, Tal Simpson, sharing how it has been since the last time he was on the show.  He's happy to say that he finally quit working as a corporate lawyer to dedicate his time to real estate investi...

Financial education is not one of the subjects you learn in school. But there's a ton of books you can read about the topic. The Richest Man in Babylon is a good start. It’s a classic read. and can be referred to as “the Bible of financial freedom.” The book teaches straightforward lessons about wealth-building that are applicable throughout history. It has a theme that is very similar to what the...

#192: Most people don’t start out as entrepreneurs. They choose to work for someone else to gain experience. Then they quit their jobs, maybe because they don’t like the idea of having a boss or because they’ve come up with their own business idea. For other employee-turned-entrepreneurs, the job is frustrating and entrepreneurship serves as a valuable alternative.  Today's guest started his...

When it comes to saving for retirement, most people rely on 401k and IRA. Also, most retirees think if they withdraw only 4% of their retirement money each year, they'll have enough to last a lifetime. But, that's not true in many cases. If you want to live confidently, both today and well into the future, you may have to reevaluate your financial plan. Figuring out the best retirement plan and wi...