The Wealth Without Wall Street Podcast

#211: How would you like to take a vacation anytime you want without having to worry about rushing back because you have to go to work? What would you do if you had more free time and money to spend? Sounds like a dream, right? That's exactly what financial freedom is -- having the freedom to choose what you want to do because you enjoy doing it. Today's guest, Sid Christensen, is back on the show with his wife, Shalese. Together they share their journey to financial freedom. One of their biggest wins is that Shalese was able to leave her job as a nurse to spend more quality time with their two kids. Tune in to this episode to find out how you, too, can start your quest for a better life. Listen to Sid's previous episode: Episode 131: Taking Action Through Passive Income Streams W/ Sid Christensen: https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/podcast/taking-action-with-passive-income-streams-w-sid-christensenTop 3 Things You’ll Learn: Take the first step and continue moving forwardIf you don't succeed at first, make sure to learn from your mistakesFinancial freedom is a goal that is best shared with your family About Our Guest:Sid’s goal has always been simple -- to provide a comfortable life for his family. While pursuing various interests and working a full-time job, he started his financial freedom journey by learning from mistakes made in investing. Soon after, he gained clarity on what financial freedom looked like and chose a passive income path that worked best for his needs. Venturing into land flipping, he immediately saw positive results, which allowed his wife, Shalese, to resign from her nursing job.Sid then established HCL HOLDINGS LLC, a family-owned land investing business that takes pride in finding the best properties for its buyers. Now they earn $15,000 a month in passive income, all while spending more quality time with their kids. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode. Connect with Sid: Website - https://www.landflip.com/

The concept of financial freedom may not be the same for everyone, and being debt-free does not necessarily mean you’re financially free. So, if you're thinking about whether or not to pay off your house mortgage quickly, you should know exactly what it is you want to achieve. You will own your house, but you’ll still need cash for your daily expenses. Perhaps the biggest reason to pay off your house quickly is to avoid the high cost of interest. Plus, no one should live with a hefty pile of debt. However, while it may make you feel good to pay off your house mortgage quickly, you might be missing out on other wealth-building opportunities like doing arbitrage or using leverage to increase your returns. This topic is what the coaches will discuss in today’s episode, so let’s hear their perspectives. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode.--Want to go even deeper into the conversation? Join our IBC Inner Circle Group membership and gain access to our live podcast recordings, interactive Hot Seat guests on the topics, and exclusive Q&A sessions with other members and our coaches. Join here: https://wwws.link/inner-circle-sign-up

#210: How do you get access to cash without incurring more debt? In today’s episode, we discover a new financial tool outside of IBC. It’s not a loan or reverse mortgage. Instead, it allows homeowners to turn their equity into cash with no interest and no monthly payments. Matthew Sullivan is the CEO and Founder of QuantmRE, a company that solves a real problem for homeowners by helping them access a portion of their home equity without taking on more debt. Matthew and his team have helped over a hundred homeowners use their home equity to pay off expensive credit cards, remodel their homes, pay college tuition fees, or diversify into other investments, all without taking on extra debt. Listen to this episode to find out how this system can benefit you.  Top 3 Things You’ll Learn: How home equity agreement worksA new financial tool for both homeowners and investorsHow to access cash without incurring additional debt About Our Guest:Matthew Sullivan is the CEO and Founder of QuantmRE, a company that solves a real problem for homeowners by helping them access a  portion of their home equity without taking on more debt. He has a proven track record in real estate innovation through his experiences as Co-Founder of the Secured Real Estate Income  Strategies Fund and as President and Founder of  Crowdventure.com, a real estate crowdfunding company. Originally from London, Matthew worked with Richard Branson’s corporate finance team and was a director of the Virgin-sponsored London Air Ambulance. He is a helicopter  pilot and also hosts his own podcast, “Hooked On Startups.” Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode.Connect with Matthew Sullivan:Website: https://www.quantmre.com/Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Quantm.one

Have you heard about Robert Kiyosaki’s The CASHFLOW Quadrant? It describes the four types of people according to how they earn money and pay taxes. The four quadrants are labeled E (Employee), S (Self-Employed), B (Business Owner), and I (Investor). E and S are on the left quadrants. They are those who trade their time for money. B and I are on the right side of the quadrant. They earn passive income and are financially independent. In terms of taxes, employees pay the highest percentage. The more money you make as an employee, the higher your tax bracket, and you have very few options to reduce your income through deductions. A lot of people are in this quadrant. Is this the quadrant you want to continue to be in? People on the right side of the quadrant have more flexibility with their time, money, and the taxes they pay. Find out how taxation works in today’s round table, and think about how you can move from being an employee to a business owner or an investor. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode.--Want to go even deeper into the conversation? Join our IBC Inner Circle Group membership and gain access to our live podcast recordings, interactive Hot Seat guests on the topics, and exclusive Q&A sessions with other members and our coaches. Join here: https://wwws.link/inner-circle-sign-upKnow More About The CASHFLOW Quadrant:https://www.richdad.com/cashflow-quadrant

#209: We’re down to the last stretch of 2021. So what do you wish to accomplish before the start of the new year? If you’re ready to begin your journey to financial freedom, listening to the monthly passive income report is a great place to start. As you hear about the challenges and opportunities in each venture, you might discover which investment opportunities are right for you. There are also inspiring stories from The Land Geek Bootcamp and some cool updates from Russ and Joey in today’s episode. So let’s jump right into the August 2021 Passive Income Report. August 2021 Income At-A-Glance:  Gross Income for August: $126,397.85Total Expenses for August: $57,841.86Total Net Profit for August: $68,555.99Difference b/t August & July: $2,789.18% of net profit to overall gross revenue: 54% Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode.Take advantage of a Free Financial Strategy Call: https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/freecallResources:Bundle The Passport Challenge and PathFinder Course: https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/passport

With the popularity of Airbnb and Vrbo, comes the opportunity for more people to become real estate investors. While the risks are high, the benefits of passive income are worth it. The most challenging part of the process is the initial setup. Afterward, you can outsource some aspects of the business, like dealing with guests, cleaning, and maintenance. You can also hire a property manager to do the work for you. Once you’ve got your processes in place, it's easy to sit back, relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Once you have a stable income from your first rental unit, finding your next 5 or even 10 units in most urban areas is very doable. There are creative ways to acquire properties, especially when you know how to use IBC to your advantage. Ready to look into the lucrative world of short-term rentals? Let’s learn from the individual experiences of our coaches in today’s conversation.Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode.--Want to go even deeper into the conversation? Join our IBC Inner Circle Group membership and gain access to our live podcast recordings, interactive Hot Seat guests on the topics, and exclusive Q&A sessions with other members and our coaches. Join here: https://wwws.link/inner-circle-sign-upStart Your Journey to Financial Freedom: https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/passport

#208: How do you choose investment opportunities? What do you look for when entering into an investment deal? There are many things to consider when investing, one of which is making sure that you invest in something you understand and are passionate about. Today's episode brings back Steve Libman, a managing partner of Integrity Holdings Group, host of the Free From Wall Street podcast, and a member of the Forbes NY business council. Steve first appeared on the show back in July 2019 to talk about investing in self-storage facilities. Now, he will share how he shifted his focus to a different asset class as he learned more about his Investor DNA. So tune in and learn how to find the right investment opportunity that will give you the best chance of success. Listen to Steve's previous episode:Episode 95: How to Become Recession-Resistant by Investing in Self-Storage Real Estate w/Steven Libman: https://www.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/podcast/how-to-invest-in-the-self-storage-real-estate-space-w-steven-libman Top 3 Things You'll Learn: Three critical factors to consider when managing other people's moneyThings to look out for when evaluating investment opportunitiesHow to do a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Threats, Opportunities) analysis About Our Guest:Steve Libman is a managing partner of Integrity Holdings Group, a real estate investment company involved in sourcing and executing value-add commercial opportunities. Integrity Holdings Group and its numerous partnerships connect and deploy capital into fixed, steady, asset-secured returns that create predictable cash flow. Integrity Holdings Group and its partners currently own and operate over 2k units valued at 150MM in assets.Steve is also the host of the Free From Wall Street podcast and a member of the Forbes NY business council. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode.Connect with Steve and Integrity Holdings Group:Website: https://integrityhg.com/Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/IntegrityHG

If you're currently earning an active income but have dreams of a more comfortable and happier life, you may benefit from building a passive income. But how do you start? What are the things required to build passive income? Is it money? After all, it takes money to make money. How about time, education, experience, or opportunity? Get the answers in today's round table with the Financial Freedom Coaches and gain creative ideas to start building passive income from these experts who have successfully done it over the years. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode.--Want to go even deeper into the conversation? Join our IBC Inner Circle Group membership and gain access to our live podcast recordings, interactive Hot Seat guests on the topics, and exclusive Q&A sessions with other members and our coaches. Join here: https://wwws.link/inner-circle-sign-upStart Your Journey to Financial Freedom: https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/passport

#207: Pandemic, one of the words that defined 2020 and has changed our lives in different ways. It has led to surprising discoveries and realizations for many of us, just like what happened with today's guest, an Inner Circle member, Matthew Hammond. Because his paycheck was made up of mostly sales commissions, he had to think of a backup plan when the pandemic hit.Matthew learned about IBC when a friend introduced him to the Wealth Without Wall Street podcast and asked him to read Becoming Your Own Banker. He then joined the community, watched IBC 101 videos with his wife, and listened to more podcast episodes until he heard Episode 138: How to create the value that you want to be paid for through short-term rental W/ Avery Carl. That episode sparked his interest in short-term rentals. Buckle up and listen to the rest of Matthew's story in today's episode.  Your Short-Term Rental Investment Opportunity Awaits. Talk to Avery Carl: https://theshorttermshop.com/ Top 3 Things You'll Learn: Always invest in yourselfPlanning financial goals is better as a coupleBeing in the right community helps you grow About Our Guest:Matthew Hammond is a high-level executive with transactional experience across a broad range of sectors, including industrial manufacturing. He is a Wealth Without Wall Street Community member and is currently building his STR portfolio, starting off with a cabin in the mountains. With his positive outlook in life, support from his loving wife and 15-year old son, and guidance from the community, there's no doubt he will achieve financial freedom sooner than he imagined. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode.

Do you remember having a piggy bank when you were a kid? You would get excited as the money accumulated until you could no longer stuff more cash inside. The amount of money you could store in it was limited to how big your piggy bank was. So you’d have to buy another piggy bank. That’s basically the way life insurance works. The type of policy you have will determine the way your cash value accumulates over time. There are specific policies that allow you to put extra money into the system to increase your cash value. But keep in mind that there are limits to the amount of cash value you can accumulate in relation to your death benefit. For example, if you overfund your system, it might be deemed an investment, losing its tax advantages. Today’s conversation is a must-listen if you’re serious about leveraging your Infinite Banking System to achieve financial freedom. Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode.--Want to go even deeper into the conversation? Join our IBC Inner Circle Group membership and gain access to our live podcast recordings, interactive Hot Seat guests on the topics, and exclusive Q&A sessions with other members and our coaches. Join here: https://wwws.link/inner-circle-sign-upStart Your Journey to Financial Freedom: https://go.wealthwithoutwallstreet.com/passport