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BiggerPockets Money Podcast

BiggerPockets Money Podcast

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 For those who have money… or want more of it! Join Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench (from BiggerPockets.com) weekly for the BiggerPockets Money Podcast. Each week, financial experts Mindy and Scott interview unique and powerful thought leaders about how to earn more, keep more, spend smarter, and grow wealth.© Copyright © 2024 BiggerPockets. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer: The information contained in this podcast is for general informational purposes only. In no event will BiggerPockets be liable for any loss or damage derived from the information provided. Economics Personal Finance
Episodes
  • Wall Street Pro Reveals Why He Ditched Trading for Index Funds

    Wall Street Pro Reveals Why He Ditched Trading for Index Funds
    Jun 27 2025
    In this episode of the BiggerPockets Money podcast, Mindy and Scott speak with Victor Haghani, a seasoned financial expert whose journey from Wall Street titan to FIRE advocate will transform how you think about wealth building. Victor's path from Salomon Brothers and Long-Term Capital Management to founding Elm Wealth reveals the shocking truth: the complex strategies that made millions on Wall Street pale in comparison to simple index fund investing for achieving financial independence. What We Discuss: Why Victor's billion-dollar trading experience led him to index funds The age-based asset allocation strategy that adapts as you approach FI The psychological traps that derail FIRE journeys (even for Wall Street pros) Practical portfolio management for the path to financial independence And SO much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • How to FIRE Without Investing in Real Estate

    How to FIRE Without Investing in Real Estate
    Jun 24 2025
    You're eager to build serious wealth, but the idea of managing tenants, fixing toilets, handling trash issues, and dealing with the endless headaches that come with real estate investing makes you cringe. Even though we're the world's largest platform for real estate investors, we totally understand that the landlord life isn't suited for everyone. The great news? Real estate is definitely not your only ticket to wealth. There are five other proven methods to accumulate serious money that won't have you answering frantic tenant calls at 2 A.M. On today's episode of the BiggerPockets Money podcast, Mindy and Scott team up to reveal the five most effective wealth-building strategies that don't require purchasing a single rental property. These approaches are accessible to virtually anyone, regardless of your current salary or existing savings account balance. Some of these strategies are extremely passive, needing only a few minutes monthly to kickstart your wealth accumulation, while others have the potential to dramatically boost your earnings but demand considerably more active participation. In this episode, you'll learn: The five ways to get rich WITHOUT investing in real estate The four “levers” of wealth you can pull to level up your financial lifestyle “Boring” businesses and HUGE investment opportunities for those in their 20s, 30s, or 40s Job hopping and why you could be underpaid and overworked at your current role The investment accounts that can expedite your path to becoming a millionaire The super passive investment anyone can use to build massive wealth in the background And SO Much More! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Is Your FIRE Strategy Wrong? The Middle Class Trap Debate with Brad Barrett

    Is Your FIRE Strategy Wrong? The Middle Class Trap Debate with Brad Barrett
    Jun 20 2025
    Buying a house, maxing out your 401(k), and leveraging real estate are considered the gold standard for building wealth, but what if these strategies are actually sabotaging your early retirement? Today, we're diving into the controversial "middle-class trap" debate with Brad Barrett from the ChooseFI podcast! Welcome back to the BiggerPockets Money podcast! Is your net worth locked up in home equity and retirement accounts you can't access? Brad, Mindy, and Scott are having a friendly but fierce debate about whether this middle-class trap is real or just financial fear-mongering, breaking down strategies to avoid it and revealing the ideal portfolio for early retirees. In this episode, you'll learn: If the Middle Class Trap is real or not! The difference between your Net Worth vs. FI Number The Psychological Barriers to Financial Freedom And SO Much More! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
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