

BiggerPockets Money Podcast
BiggerPockets
Intermediate to advanced personal finance strategies for people serious about the FIRE (financial independence retire early) movement—not just dreaming about it.
Tune in on Tuesdays and Fridays for new BiggerPockets Money episodes with your hosts, Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench! Or visit BiggerPocketsMoney.com with additional resources.
Tune in on Tuesdays and Fridays for new BiggerPockets Money episodes with your hosts, Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench! Or visit BiggerPocketsMoney.com with additional resources.
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Oct 2, 2023 • 52min
455: REITs: How to Make Real Estate Money WITHOUT Owning Rentals
REITs are a great alternative to rental properties for generating passive income. They are traded on the stock market and allow you to buy a share in a landlord company. Jussi Askola, a REIT expert, shares insights on investing in REITs, including how to analyze their performance and potential. The podcast also discusses the benefits of investing in publicly traded REITs over owning rental properties, the importance of estate planning, and the risks of investing in non-traded REITs.

Sep 29, 2023 • 59min
454: Finance Friday: We Spend $12K a Month...Can We Still Retire in 10 Years?
A couple seeks advice on how to retire in 10 years despite spending $10,000 monthly. They explore index funds, short-term rentals, and syndications as investment options. The hosts warn about the risks of syndication. The episode also covers diverse investments, cash reserve guidance, contrasting views on money, creating passive income through selling printables on Etsy, considerations for investing in short-term rentals, and challenges of running an art business while raising a baby.

Sep 25, 2023 • 1h 5min
453: How to Conquer Financial Trauma & Develop a HEALTHY Relationship with Money
Guest Shannah Game, author, entrepreneur, certified financial planner (CFP), and host of the Everyone's Talkin' Money show, discusses common signs of money trauma, avoiding triggers, and practical exercises to conquer financial fear on the journey to financial freedom.

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Sep 22, 2023 • 43min
452: The 6 Investment Accounts You NEED for Financial Freedom
Join early-retired CFP Kyle Mast as he explains the different retirement and investment accounts you need for financial freedom. Learn about the advantages of 401(k)s, Traditional IRAs, Roth IRAs, and after-tax brokerage accounts. Discover the triple-tax benefit account and how to turn taxable income into tax-free charitable contributions. Find out how to maximize tax efficiency with both a traditional and Roth 401(k).

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Sep 18, 2023 • 52min
451: The 9-Step “Stairway to Wealth” That ANYONE Can Use to Become Rich
Learn about the 'Stairway to Wealth' financial order of operations that can lead to financial freedom. Discover the importance of building an emergency reserve and investing in retirement accounts. Explore strategies for paying off debt and the potential returns of 'wealth accelerators'. Get insights into real estate investment opportunities and the significance of education in this field. Prioritize retirement savings for long-term financial stability and understand the importance of a solid financial foundation.

Sep 15, 2023 • 55min
450: The “Middle Class Trap” That’s Keeping You in Debt
Learn how to navigate potential job loss, negotiate severance packages, and avoid the 'middle-class trap'. The hosts also discuss real estate investments, syndications, and managing financial difficulties during unemployment.

Sep 11, 2023 • 50min
449: Coast FI in 4 Years: Cutting Expenses, Doubling Your Income, & HUGE Savings
Amberly Grant, finance guru and real estate investor, shares her journey of reaching Coast FI in just four years by cutting expenses, doubling income, and saving. She discusses how house hacking covered her mortgage, the power of real estate investing, and managing her real estate portfolio on the side. Amberly also highlights how she doubled her W2 income, saved $80,000 in one year, and made her husband wife-FI.

Sep 8, 2023 • 59min
448: The Average American’s Guide to Investing $10K–$100K
Learn how to invest $10K-$100K, explore active and passive investment opportunities. Discover ways to get one-hundred percent financing for real estate deals and build a profitable business. Gain essential tax planning tips and strategies for maximizing returns. Also, hear about buying stinky properties to increase equity and promote BiggerPockets' free agent finder.

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Sep 4, 2023 • 47min
447: How to Use Your Financial Fears to Build Wealth Better
Financial fear is explored in this episode as the guest, a leading personal finance expert, discusses how fear can be leveraged to gain financial wisdom and create a brighter financial future. The nine most common flavors of fear are discussed, along with practical ways to use fear to practice gratitude in life.

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Sep 1, 2023 • 1h 2min
446: FIRE by 50: How to Have FUN on Your Journey Toward Early Retirement
Financial independence advocate Mark Trautman shares his journey to early retirement, including maximizing 401(k) contributions and implementing Roth conversion strategies. He discusses enjoying the journey to FIRE, managing finances after the death of a spouse, minimizing tax liability, and the concept of a 'fun bucket' account for guilt-free indulgences. The podcast also covers comparing financial progress, managing taxes and health insurance in early retirement, teaching financial matters to children, and concerns with the 4% rule for retirement planning.


