

Building Your Money Machine
Mel H Abraham, CPA, CVA, ASA
Welcome to 'Building Your Money Machine, hosted by Mel Abraham, CPA, a renowned financial expert and author of USA Today Bestseller, 'Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!.' On this podcast, Mel shares his insights and experiences from over 30 years in the field of wealth-building, entrepreneurship and mentorship to financial freedom. Each episode provides actionable strategies to master your money, remove financial stress, and live a life by choice, not chance. Whether you work for a company, are a seasoned entrepreneur or someone just starting out on your financial journey, this podcast offers the tools, actionable frameworks and knowledge you need to create your own money machine and secure your financial future. Tune in weekly for expert advice, inspiring guest interviews, and the practical wisdom that will help you take control of your financial destiny. Subscribe now and start building the life you’ve always dreamed of.
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Sep 26, 2022 • 24min
I Just Sold My House, What Should I Do With The Funds?
Welcome to Money Mentoring Over Coffee, a live session where I answer your burning questions about money and creating your Affluent Life. My goal with this session is to give you the knowledge you need to continue making educated financial choices.QUESTIONS ON THIS EPISODE:02:28 I just sold my house, what should I do with the funds?10:42 Should I max out my 401k before going into other investment options?13:40 Should I get term insurance or life insurance?19:06 I’m 20 years old and I’m in college. How should I invest?JOIN THE WAITLIST FOR THE AFFLUENCE BLUEPRINT:This is my signature program to help entrepreneurs like you create the wealth and freedom they deserve. I’m officially opening the doors Monday, but those on the waitlist will get early access and a special bonus. Make sure you’re on the waitlist here to get all the information early!CONNECT WITH ME:Website: MelAbraham.comYouTube: MelAbraham.com/tube/Instagram (@melabraham9): MelAbraham.com/ig/Facebook Group: MelAbraham.com/group/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melhabrahamCHECK OUT MY BOOK:“The Entrepreneur's Solution The Modern Millionaire's Path to More Profit, Fans, & Freedom” - melabraham.com/book/

Sep 19, 2022 • 50min
Connection is the New Currency to Build Wealth with Lou Diamond
Building connections is an important part of life. Our connections with friends, family, or business can positively or negatively alter the course of our lives.Today’s guest is Lou Diamond, who teaches us all about connections and communication as entrepreneurs. Wanting advice on how to prepare before getting on a stage, podcast, or before a sales conversation? Then this episode is for you! Get ready to elevate your money, your wealth, and your life.It is crucial to remember that every contact we have adds value to us, and we must work to make that value beneficial. Each connection we create has the potential to advance or set us back on our journey. In both business and in life, the connections we make can contribute to our prosperity both personally and financially, and the right relationships can help us build a lasting legacy.So, in this episode, Lou is sharing how those relationships can become a new type of currency to help you develop your Affluence Blueprint and enable you to live the life you've always dreamed of.Today’s episode includes:The importance of connecting with peopleHow the connections you make can change your lifeThings you can do to improve your conversational skillsHow to create a better connection in each conversationWhat to do before every conversation (VOICE method): V: visualize what you want out of the conversation O: appreciate the opportunity to have the conversation I: the identity you need to play in every conversationC: charisma, bring your own uniqueness into every conversationE: energy, because in a conversation you have to raise it a little bit even if you're an introverted personJOIN THE VIP EXCLUSIVE LIVE EXPERIENCE CALLED THE AFFLUENT ENTREPRENEUR EXPERIENCE:It is totally FREE and it will be a 3-part deep dive into money, wealth, and the exact process you need to take control of your financial destiny. Go here to get on the priority VIP list www.AffluenceLive.com STAY IN TOUCH WITH LOU:https://www.thriveloud.com/ CONNECT WITH ME:Website: MelAbraham.comYouTube: MelAbraham.com/tube/Instagram (@melabraham9): MelAbraham.com/ig/Facebook Group: MelAbraham.com/group/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melhabrahamCHECK OUT MY BOOK:“The Entrepreneur's Solution The Modern Millionaire's Path to More Profit, Fans, & Freedom” - melabraham.com/book/

Sep 17, 2022 • 18min
This Could Be Costing You Big Time (Get Off the Treadmill)
I think creating a business is one of the best ways to create a life.I mean think about it...doing something you love while making a difference to others at the same time you're making money.Too often we decide to go into business because we want to make a difference AND we would then have complete control and freedom to do what we want in our life. I don't know about you but maybe you felt that way too.But then the truth hit...There was no freedom!There was no control!There was work.There was long hours.There was stress.There was everything but no control or freedom.Can you relate?In this episode, I expose one of the biggest mistakes most entrepreneurs make when trying to create a life of financial freedom with their business. But then give you the missing element that will give you control and financial freedom. ★★★ READY FOR AN UNSHAKEABLE FINANCIAL FOUNDATION? ★★★ Join the VIP EXCLUSIVE LIVE Experience called The Affluent Entrepreneur LIVE. It is totally FREE and it will be a 3-part deep dive into money, wealth, and the exact process you need to take control of your financial destiny. Go here to get on the priority VIP list www.AffluenceLive.com

Sep 15, 2022 • 45min
What to Do to Build Wealth in Your 60’s
What do you need to do to build wealth in your 60’s?This special Wealth By the Decade series that was born out of your questions and requests to understand the specific things to focus on depending on your age.In each episode I breakdown the key theme of the decade as well as the primary focus and priorities for the decade that drive wealth. This is about you getting right on the path to financial freedom.Then I give you some decade-specific tactics to execute on and the things to beware of that can destroy your wealth journey.Financial freedom is your birthright and this series will move you forward no matter where you’re starting from.Now before you go skipping to your decade I am going to invite you to start at the beginning to understand how things change through the years and besides you can pass these on to your kids and friends depending on where they are in their journey.IMPORTANT: No one is too late to start wealth building and it is NEVER too early to start. Wherever you are NOW is the best time to create wealth.Each episode is the recipe to follow to get your wealth right on the path to millionaire status.Enjoy and let me know if you have any questions.Happy wealth building!00:00 Introduction02:13 Understanding The Wealth Triad ™19:58 Wealth in Your 50's - Flying 50's33:01 What to do if you feel behind in wealth building★★★ READY FOR AN UNSHAKEABLE FINANCIAL FOUNDATION? ★★★Join the VIP EXCLUSIVE LIVE Experience called The Affluent Entrepreneur LIVE. It is totally FREE and it will be a 3-part deep dive into money, wealth, and the exact process you need to take control of your financial destiny. Go here to get on the priority VIP list www.AffluenceLive.com

Sep 12, 2022 • 48min
099 The Keys to Living a Rich & Wealthy Life With Chris Harder
Today I’m talking to my dear friend, Chris Harder, about how we can lead a rich and wealthy life beyond just accumulating money. If you don’t know Chris, he is a successful entrepreneur, investor, and business advisor. But more importantly, he is focused on impact and generosity through entrepreneurship and how to create lives that are full of richness.We both believe that wealth creation is less about money and more about the behaviors you have.We all have the power of changing our behaviors and developing positive habits in order to find the financial freedom we all deserve. It is actually simple if you have the right priorities, processes, and principles at work in your life. That doesn’t mean it is always easy, but it is simple.You’ll hear some of the struggles Chris and I went through on our journeys and the importance of having a sound foundation to bounce back.Remember that money is a tool that will help you achieve the life you’ve always dreamed of. It doesn't matter what that life looks like, you just have to remember that it’s not a result of the money that you have, but a consequence of what you choose to do with it. That is what the whole Affluence Blueprint is about.TODAY OUR CONVERSATION INCLUDES:How to earn your income while you're not sacrificing life. How to make investments that can turn into a money machine for the future. Three investments we must have to create our money machine.RESOURCES MENTIONED:Ep 040: Getting Out of Debt The Affluence WayJOIN THE VIP EXCLUSIVE LIVE EXPERIENCE CALLED THE AFFLUENT ENTREPRENEUR EXPERIENCE:It is totally FREE and it will be a 3-part deep dive into money, wealth, and the exact process you need to take control of your financial destiny. Go here to get on the priority VIP list www.AffluenceLive.com CONNECT WITH ME:Website: MelAbraham.comYouTube: MelAbraham.com/tube/Instagram (@melabraham9): MelAbraham.com/ig/Facebook Group: MelAbraham.com/group/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melhabrahamCHECK OUT MY BOOK:“The Entrepreneur's Solution The Modern Millionaire's Path to More Profit, Fans, & Freedom” - melabraham.com/book/

Sep 10, 2022 • 26min
098 How Entrepreneurs Really Build Wealth!
How Entrepreneurs Really Build Wealth!I don't have to tell you that your business can be your most powerful wealth building tool...But if you are solely focused on your business as your wealth, as powerful as it is, it becomes the single point of failure for your financial future.The fact is that it isn't just wealth we want to think about, it is about making sure we are living a rich life.Richness is how we experience life and NOT simply the money in a bank account. Let's face it there are plenty of folks that have large bank account but are fulfillment broke! They are a miserable.That isn't the way to live. You are meant for more and you deserve more for sure.Even if you can get the highest returns from your business, there are other consideration to bring into play. In this episode, I give you a framework from wealth, richness and what to coniser beyond how much money you can make.★★★ READY FOR AN UNSHAKEABLE FINANCIAL FOUNDATION? ★★★ Join the VIP EXCLUSIVE LIVE Experience called The Affluent Entrepreneur LIVE. It is totally FREE and it will be a 3-part deep dive into money, wealth, and the exact process you need to take control of your financial destiny. Go here to get on the priority VIP list www.AffluenceLive.com

Sep 8, 2022 • 42min
097 What to Do to Build Wealth in Your 50’s!
What do you need to do to build wealth in your 50’s?This special Wealth By the Decade series that was born out of your questions and requests to understand the specific things to focus on depending on your age. In each episode I breakdown the key theme of the decade as well as the primary focus and priorities for the decade that drive wealth. This is about you getting right on the path to financial freedom. Then I give you some decade-specific tactics to execute on and the things to beware of that can destroy your wealth journey.Financial freedom is your birthright and this series will move you forward no matter where you’re starting from.Now before you go skipping to your decade I am going to invite you to start at the beginning to understand how things change through the years and besides you can pass these on to your kids and friends depending on where they are in their journey.IMPORTANT: No one is too late to start wealth building and it is NEVER too early to start. Wherever you are NOW is the best time to create wealth.Each episode is the recipe to follow to get your wealth right on the path to millionaire status.Enjoy and let me know if you have any questions.Happy wealth building!00:00 Introduction02:13 Understanding The Wealth Triad ™ 19:58 Wealth in Your 50's - Flying 50's33:01 What to do if you feel behind in wealth building★★★ READY FOR AN UNSHAKEABLE FINANCIAL FOUNDATION? ★★★Join the VIP EXCLUSIVE LIVE Experience called The Affluent Entrepreneur LIVE. It is totally FREE and it will be a 3-part deep dive into money, wealth, and the exact process you need to take control of your financial destiny. Go here to get on the priority VIP list www.AffluenceLive.com

Sep 5, 2022 • 16min
096 Traditional Financial Advice Doesn't Work For Entrepreneurs
The way we see opportunities is different for everybody. Some will see them as a risk, some as luck, and others will see a crisis and turn it into something positive for them.As an entrepreneur, you need to understand what's happening in the financial world so you don’t fall into the trap of making emotional financial decisions. Even if you have a financial advisor, their role is to help you steer towards your goals, but ultimately you are the captain of the ship. Make sure that you’re working as a team towards those goals.The fact is that it is less about what your advisors want to do for you and more about how they can facilitate the achievement of your affluence vision, no matter how big it is.We all can change our financial future. As entrepreneurs, you cannot continue traditional financial advice. If you want to create an exceptional life, you need to be exceptional. You need to see what others don't.TODAY OUR CONVERSATION INCLUDES:4 things to take into consideration when listening to a financial advisor.How to keep a long-term view when looking for a financial advisor.Why traditional financial advice doesn't work for entrepreneurs.Why you may be getting led astray by the advice and not even know it.JOIN THE VIP EXCLUSIVE LIVE EXPERIENCE CALLED THE AFFLUENT ENTREPRENEUR EXPERIENCE:It is totally FREE and it will be a 3-part deep dive into money, wealth, and the exact process you need to take control of your financial destiny. Go here to get on the priority VIP list www.AffluenceLive.com CONNECT WITH ME:Website: MelAbraham.comYouTube: MelAbraham.com/tube/Instagram (@melabraham9): MelAbraham.com/ig/Facebook Group: MelAbraham.com/group/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melhabrahamCHECK OUT MY BOOK:“The Entrepreneur's Solution The Modern Millionaire's Path to More Profit, Fans, & Freedom” - melabraham.com/book/

Sep 3, 2022 • 14min
095 Your Financial Advisor May Not Be Telling You the Truth!
Are you getting good advice from your financial advisorHow do you know you have a good financial advisor?How do you choose a good financial advisor?Often advisors work in a company that ties their hands on what they can offer you. They also can have biases based on their corporate requirements or even how they are compensated.The only investments that should be in front of you are those that are the ABSOLUTE BEST for you and your SPECIFIC Circumstances. Unfortunately, many advisors lookat investments based on suitability. I get it suitability is one standard but does not mean it is the absolute best for you.Realize some advisors are simply sales people and driven by the sales process not the advising process.So what do you need to look for in an advisor?What questions should you ask?What you should tell them you want with respect to your vision and relationship?★★★ READY FOR AN UNSHAKEABLE FINANCIAL FOUNDATION? ★★★ Join the VIP EXCLUSIVE LIVE Experience called The Affluent Entrepreneur LIVE. It is totally FREE and it will be a 3-part deep dive into money, wealth, and the exact process you need to take control of your financial destiny. Go here to get on the priority VIP list www.AffluenceLive.com

Sep 1, 2022 • 45min
094 What to Do to Build Wealth in Your 40’s!
What do you need to do to build wealth in your 40’s?This special Wealth By the Decade series that was born out of your questions and requests to understand the specific things to focus on depending on your age. In each episode I breakdown the key theme of the decade as well as the primary focus and priorities for the decade that drive wealth. This is about you getting right on the path to financial freedom. Then I give you some decade-specific tactics to execute on and the things to beware of that can destroy your wealth journey.Financial freedom is your birthright and this series will move you forward no matter where you’re starting from.Now before you go skipping to your decade I am going to invite you to start at the beginning to understand how things change through the years and besides you can pass these on to your kids and friends depending on where they are in their journey.IMPORTANT: No one is too late to start wealth building and it is NEVER too early to start. Wherever you are NOW is the best time to create wealth.Each episode is the recipe to follow to get your wealth right on the path to millionaire status.Enjoy and let me know if you have any questions.Happy wealth building!★★★ READY FOR AN UNSHAKEABLE FINANCIAL FOUNDATION? ★★★ Join the VIP EXCLUSIVE LIVE Experience called The Affluent Entrepreneur LIVE. It is totally FREE and it will be a 3-part deep dive into money, wealth, and the exact process you need to take control of your financial destiny. Go here to get on the priority VIP list www.AffluenceLive.com


