Kris Krohn on When to Spend on Yourself

Why do most people stay stuck in the same financial patterns year after year, even when they know what they need to change? In this episode, Kris Krohn dives into the psychology of human potential, explaining why true wealth creation requires upgrading your belief systems and overcoming blind spots. Kris discusses why 70% of personal transformation comes down to inner drive rather than just acquiring information, how social circles act like "crabs in a bucket" when you start succeeding, and why getting into the airspace of proven mentors is the ultimate shortcut to scaling your health, wealth, and relationships

Are you building true, multi-generational wealth, or are you just inflating your lifestyle to look rich on the outside? In this episode, Kris Krohn breaks down Parkinson's Law and exposes the five major warning signs of being "fake rich". Kris reveals shocking statistics on how actual millionaires spend their money compared to average earners, explaining why true wealth values investing over flashy cars and designer clothes. Learn how to break the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck, stop trading time for money, and shift your focus from trying to look impressive to creating genuine, impactful financial freedom.

Are you tired of waiting for interest rates to drop and prices to cool down while missing out on valuable market opportunities? In this episode, Kris Krohn breaks down the real math and timing logic behind the real estate market in 2026 to help you stop hesitating. Discover the five critical factors you need to consider right now, including current mortgage trends, inventory shifts, and the true cost of opportunity. Tune in to learn how you can stop losing ground and position yourself to build a profitable real estate portfolio today.

What does it take to lose everything and rebuild massive, multi-generational wealth from scratch? In this episode, Kris Krohn sits down with tech founder, entrepreneur, and crypto fund manager Dan Young to discuss his family’s escape from Communist China during World War II, the mindsets required to succeed in America, and how past national crises shape today's economic opportunities.Dan breaks down his business journey from founding PC Laptops to building Utah's largest Bitcoin mining facility and launching the Ugly Unicorn Crypto Fund. He reveals why relying on asset price appreciation alone is a risky game, drawing a direct parallel between real estate cash flow and collecting yields in crypto to survive bear markets and build lasting financial security.

From the archives: "I never could have imagined this in any scenario." Kris Krohn sits down with guest John Swallow to uncover a wild, true story of what happens when you find yourself in a legal battle with the government.

From the archives: Should you save every penny, invest for the future, or enjoy your hard-earned money now? Kris Krohn shares practical financial advice on striking the perfect money balance to help you build a lasting empire.

From the archives: Millennials, Gen X, or Gen Z, who really has the upper hand when it comes to efficiency? Carson, Kris Krohn, and Steve break down how each generation approaches work, society, and building wealth in today’s modern economy.

How many rental properties does it actually take for you to quit your W-2 job? In this episode, Kris Krohn dismantles the myth that you need 20, 30, or 50 houses to achieve financial freedom. Kris breaks down how to calculate your true take-home "quit number" and explains why traditional rental models yielding $200–$300 a month keep investors trapped in the rat race. Learn how utilizing lease options can triple or quadruple your monthly cash flow to $1,000 per property, meaning just five rentals could completely replace your income.

Is your health and career operating at peak performance, or are you trapped in a cycle of burnout? In this episode, Kris Krohn sits down with Carlton Washington, co-founder of 4Ever Young Anti-Aging & Solutions, to discuss his dramatic transition from Wall Street finance to scaling a 40+ unit vitality franchise. Carlton breaks down why true health requires a $6,000–$12,000 annual budget, the controversy behind suppressed peptides and stem cell therapies, and how hormone optimization can radically transform your energy. Kris and Carlton also dive deep into the mindset of scaling a business, exploring how to fire yourself as an operator, hire CEOs, and value time over money to achieve true lifestyle freedom.

Why do the ultra-wealthy love borrowing money while the average consumer avoids it at all costs? In this archival episode, Kris Krohn breaks down the mechanics of "good debt," positive arbitrage, and leveraging Other People’s Money (OPM) to build lasting financial freedom. Kris exposes the exact criteria wealthy investors and banks use to evaluate borrowers, revealing why character, communication, and a strict "1,000 integrity batting average" matter far more than a flashy ROI. Learn how to structure a winning one-page pitch, why real estate collateral mitigates risk, and how to use passive cash-flowing assets to pay for your lifestyle toys.