All the Hacks: Money, Points & Life 10 Lessons That Challenged My Thinking on Money and Life
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Nov 5, 2025 
Tad Fallows, co-founder of Long Angle and former iLab Solutions co-founder, shares insights from a retreat for high-net-worth investors. He emphasizes that health is the most vital asset, advocating for personal health advocacy and smart fitness investments like trainers. The conversation also explores building meaningful relationships through intentional interactions and travel. Tad discusses the importance of 'lighthouse parenting,' allowing kids to face challenges, and highlights the need to align financial strategies with true life goals rather than tax optimization.
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Health Is Your Highest-Return Asset
- Health is the highest-return asset because without it you cannot enjoy compounded wealth.
- Prioritize healthspan (quality years) over mere lifespan so life stays enjoyable until the end.
Be Your Own Health Advocate
- Become your own health advocate by asking doctors what you'd do if you paid out of pocket.
- Get modern biomarkers (CAC, ApoB, CGM, DEXA) to build a meaningful baseline and guide action.
Third Cleaning Changed Oral Health View
- Chris asked his dentist what one out-of-pocket action would help most and was told: get a third cleaning.
- The dentist avoided recommending it because insurance doesn't cover it, revealing care gaps tied to coverage.