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How I Became a Millionaire | Rob is Interviewed on Minted Minds

Aug 30, 2024
Rob, a property millionaire, shares his remarkable journey from 50k in debt to a thriving portfolio of 340 properties over 18 years. He discusses the outdated education system and emphasizes the importance of teamwork in entrepreneurship. Rob offers hard-earned lessons on building wealth, stressing, "Live within your means" and the misconception of being self-made. He also reflects on mental health's role in entrepreneurship and advocates for financial literacy as a key to long-term success.
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  • Rob emphasizes the vital role of financial education in navigating personal finance and investment success beyond conventional schooling.
  • The discussion critiques the current tax system, highlighting its burden on individuals while corporations exploit loopholes for lower taxes.

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The Burden of Taxation

High taxation in the UK is highlighted as a significant issue, where individuals are working a substantial portion of their lives for the government. The discussion emphasizes how various taxes, such as income tax, VAT, and national insurance, accumulate to a staggering percent of workers' earnings. The speaker argues that it's unjustifiable for individuals to give up to 70% of their earnings, leaving them with insufficient funds for personal and family needs. The conversation points out that while there are loopholes allowing billion-dollar corporations to pay lower taxes, the blame should be directed at the system creating such discrepancies rather than the corporations themselves.

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