BiggerPockets Money Podcast

Meet Josh Janus, a young individual who went from flipping sneakers to building a seven-figure income and an eight-figure real estate portfolio by age 23. He shares his secrets to rapid wealth-building, including extreme discipline, sacrifices, and leveraging real estate investments. Tune in to learn how he achieved Fat FI and his plans for the future!

Former factory worker Franklin Zheng achieved financial independence through real estate investing. He shares his journey from a grueling job to owning thirty-eight units in just five years. Topics include networking at meetups, challenges in landlord business, successful real estate strategies, and future plans for financial freedom.

Explore how a couple aims to break free from the 'middle-class trap' to retire early, while discussing unconventional financial advice, bucket savings, retirement planning, real estate investments, and strategies for funding early retirement. Dive into the challenges of balancing financial security with enjoying life today, and learn about leveraging assets and simplifying financial planning for a fulfilling retirement.

Learn how to customize your path to financial independence with DIY finance strategies. Discover common traps to avoid on your journey to early retirement. Find out how to analyze your net worth, navigate the 'middle-class trap', and plan for a fulfilling post-financial freedom life. Get insights on managing debts, assets, required minimum distributions, and optimizing income for FIRE. Join the hosts in creating a personalized financial independence plan for a faster path to financial freedom.

Should Lauren pay down her $150K student debt or invest for the future? The podcast explores her journey to financial independence, career aspirations, and dream lifestyle. Topics include debt paydown strategies, real estate investing, retirement contributions, planning for a family, and balancing financial goals with personal interests.

Certified financial planner Kyle Mast and host Scott Trench discuss the renting vs. buying a home debate in 2024, managing savings and investments with high interest rates, strategies to boost retirement savings, and caring for aging parents. They tackle these financial hot topics with insights on wealth accumulation and planning for the future.

Guest David Greene and hosts discuss strategies to help Derek accelerate his path to early retirement by leveraging real estate investments, tapping into 401(k) funds, starting a profitable business, and utilizing various financial tools. They also explore ways to increase cash flow, optimize asset allocation, and generate passive income through diversified investments.

Bill Yount and Jackie Cummings Koski discuss the advantages of late-start retirement investing, from retirement accounts to healthcare planning. They share tips on reducing expenses, making smart investments, and maximizing retirement savings. Topics include downsizing, tax planning, utilizing HSAs, and contributing to retirement accounts. The episode explores catch-up opportunities for individuals over 50 and strategies for financial success.

Bill Yount and Jackie share their journey from late starters to early retirement achievers, discussing a step-by-step system for financial independence. They emphasize the importance of budgeting, community support, and learning from past mistakes to reach retirement goals.

Join a seasoned investor sharing how his property manager stole $40k, highlighting red flags to watch out for. Learn essential communication standards, questions to ask when hiring, and fees to avoid. Get tips on finding reliable property managers and diversifying for risk management.