Wealth Forum Interview with Rodric Lenhart

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Join Bronson and Nate as they sit down with J Scott — serial entrepreneur, BiggerPockets podcast co-host, and author of five bestselling real estate books including The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs. J has sold over 500,000 copies of his books and brings decades of experience across single-family, multifamily, and development.In this episode, J unpacks how curiosity, humility, and economic awareness shape successful investing. From learning construction by asking “dumb” questions to his current outlook on inflation, debt, and development, J shares timeless principles on how to stay adaptable and grounded — in both money and life.TIMESTAMPS00:41 - Intro01:28 - Nate’s story: Learning from a $100K renovation mistake02:24 - J’s engineer mindset and how he learned to estimate rehab costs03:54 - The power of asking questions06:26 - Bronson and Nate on teachability and humility in investing07:19 - The 18 Laws of Leverage and learning from others08:36 - J’s market outlook: inflation, cap rates, and rent growth11:31 - How inflation affects underwriting and long-term real estate values14:41 - Opportunities in development amid reduced housing supply16:44 - Rethinking debt and leverage in today’s market19:04 - Why it’s harder to raise capital now — and why that’s opportunity20:07 - Psychology of investing: Why people avoid buying at the bottom21:55 - Multifamily outlook: why now might be one of the best times to buy23:24 - Beyond multifamily: asset classes J is (and isn’t) bullish on26:02 - What J believes about money that others think is crazy28:20 - “Money is like soap” — why patience builds real wealth28:50 - What’s more important than money — responding to tragedy with purpose31:51 - Refocusing on what truly matters in life and investing33:45 - How to connect with J Scott34:07 - Takeaways from Nate and BronsonConnect with the Guest:Website: JScott.com#RealEstateInvesting#MailboxMoneyShow#WealthBuilding#PassiveIncome#EntrepreneurMindset#InflationInvesting#FinancialFreedom#PersonalGrowth

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Join Bronson and guest Rodric Lenhart, serial entrepreneur, author of The Million-Dollar Flip Flops, and founder of Send a Student Leader Abroad. Rodric shares his journey from hustling as a kid to exiting multiple businesses by 42, including real estate development and construction. Learn how to build an authentic life of purpose, overcome setbacks (losing his first million by 28), and leverage the WAVES method (Why, Authenticity, Values, Exploration, Statement) for decision-making.Discover the power of serving others, betting on yourself, and creating a legacy through entrepreneurship and global impact.TIMESTAMPS00:42 - Intro: Rodric Lenhart, serial entrepreneur and author01:28 - Rodric’s background: Lifelong hustler to real estate developer01:58 - Early entrepreneurship: Collecting golf balls and starting businesses college02:56 - 25 years in real estate: Development, construction, and exits03:47 - "Retiring" at 42: Writing Million-Dollar Flip Flops on a Thailand beach03:59 - Mindset shift: Giving back through Send a Student Leader Abroad05:16 - Overcoming setbacks: Losing first million by 28, rebuilding by 3007:00 - WAVES method: Why, Authenticity, Values, Exploration, Statement09:51 - Serving others: How to serve without expecting returns11:16 - Building teams: A-players vs. B-players in business13:44 - Commitment: Betting on yourself and persistence15:28 - Legacy: From personal wealth to global impact16:48 - New book: The Magnet, Method, and Machine (September 23, 2025)17:54 - Connect with Rodric: Coaching, books, and foundationConnect with the Guest:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodriclenhart/Instagram: @rodriclenhartWebsite: https://milliondollarflipflops.com/#EntrepreneurMindset#WealthBuilding#PersonalGrowth#BusinessExits#LegacyGiving#AuthenticLiving#PassiveIncome

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Join Bronson in exploring how mindset shapes wealth-building for passive investors.Christina Suter, real estate mentor and founder of Christina Sudtor Wealth Consulting, emphasizes mindset alongside high-net-worth investing strategies.Dr. Tom Burns, founder of Rich Life Capital, transitioned from physician to investor, leveraging real estate and delegation for financial freedom.Discover how to unlearn limiting beliefs like “rich people are greedy,” embrace stewardship, and use debt strategically in real estate to build wealth. Learn from failures, stay calm during market cycles, and commit to a life of abundance.TIMESTAMPS01:35 - Panel introductions: Christina Suter and Dr. Tom Burns03:50 - Tom on unlearning the belief that working harder equals more wealth05:33 - Christina on unlearning the wait for wealth to live freely10:28 - Poll: Limiting beliefs12:52 - Tom on staying calm with perspective and gratitude during market uncertainty14:50 - Christina on managing cycles with stewardship and diversification20:16 - Christina on avoiding fear-based or greed-driven financial advice24:18 - Tom on escaping the time-for-money trap through compounding33:08 - Christina on 2009 portfolio loss and rediscovering self-respect36:40 - Tom on learning from naivety to improve due diligence41:43 - Q&A: Rebuilding trust after a deal fails47:08 - Christina on debt as a safer position in real estate48:25 - Tom on building wealth in five years with education and mentorship55:49 - Closing: How to connect with the panelistsConnect with the Guests:Dr. Tom Burns:Website: www.richdoctor.comEmail: [email protected] Suter:Email: [email protected] giveaway: www.christinasuter.comPhone: 301-463-5942#MindsetMatters#WealthBuilding#RealEstateInvesting#PassiveIncome#FinancialFreedom#MoneyMindset#InvestingStrategies

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Join host Bronson Hill in this webinar featuring experts sharing contrarian strategies for passive investors navigating economic shifts.Brien Lundin, editor of Gold Newsletter and director of the New Orleans Investment Conference, offers insights into gold and silver markets.David Morgan, author and founder of The Morgan Report, specializes in precious metals and rare earth elements.Russell Gray, founder of Raising Capitalist Foundation and former host of The Real Estate Guys Radio, blends real estate and metals expertise.Explore why gold is a safe haven amid tariff-driven market volatility, learn to allocate precious metals for liquidity and insurance, and discover contrarian opportunities in mining stocks, real estate, and essential assets.TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Wealth Forum Live (September 25-26, 2025, Dallas)01:35 - Panel introductions: Brien Lunden, David Morgan, Russell Gray03:16 - David on contrarian investing: The lone wolf theory10:45 - David on tariffs unsettling bond markets and driving gold demand21:22 - Brian’s chart: Gold as a safe haven amid dollar and treasury shifts24:39 - David on physical metals as a foundation before mining stocks27:06 - Russ on using gold as collateral for liquidity, not selling34:36 - David on rare earth elements and China’s supply dominance43:32 - Russ on investing in essential assets like housing and energy46:05 - Brian on speculative mining stocks with undervalued resources50:17 - Brian on silver supply constraints for industrial use57:30 - Closing: How to connect with panelistsConnect with the Guest:Brien Lundin:Website: https://goldnewsletter.com/https://neworleansconference.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brien-lundin-b37a4819/X: : https://twitter.com/GoldNewsletterRussell Gray:Show: https://mainstreetcapitalist.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellwgray/Email: [email protected] Morgan:Website: https://silversunrise.tv/Website: https://www.themorganreport.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedavidmorgan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMorganReport#PreciousMetals#GoldInvesting#SilverInvesting#ContrarianInvesting#PassiveIncome#RealEstate#EconomicOutlook

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Join Bronson and the Cash Flow First Investment Expert Panel:Patrick Grimes, founder of Passive Investing Mastery and Invest on Main Street, specializes in recession-resilient cash flow investments like private credit and litigation finance.Courtney Moeller, founder of EMPR Investment Group, focuses on oil and gas, private lending, and business acquisitions, emphasizing diversification.Denis Shapiro, author of The Alternative Investment Almanac and founder of SIH Capital Group, targets affordable housing and hospitality for stable cash flow.Sarah Sullivan, founder of Sugo Capital, explores high-return opportunities like lending to e-commerce businesses while prioritizing investor goals.Discover why cash flow is king for replacing income, explore alternative assets like oil and gas, affordable housing, private lending, and e-commerce, and learn to navigate risks in multifamily real estate.TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Wealth Forum Live (September 25-26, 2025, Dallas)01:26 - Why cash flow matters for financial freedom02:36 - Poll: What’s your primary investment goal?02:47 - Panel introductions: Patrick Grimes, Courtney Moeller, Denis Shapiro, Sarah Sullivan04:03 - Why cash flow is key: Courtney on covering bills, Denis on the holy grail06:14 - Patrick on recession-resilient cash flow and private credit07:54 - Sarah on prioritizing appreciation over cash flow for tax benefits09:25 - Poll: What’s your primary investment goal?10:39 - Favorite assets13:58 - Patrick on commercial real estate and litigation finance15:59 - Sarah on lending to e-commerce businesses19:08 - Poll: Most reliable cash flow asset19:49 - Multifamily challenges: Courtney on institutionalization, Sarah on distressed buys23:51 - Poll: Biggest concern about cash flow investing24:04 - Patrick on multifamily struggles: interest rates, COVID, insurance costs27:14 - Denis on affordable housing opportunities30:16 - Contrarian investing: Buying out-of-favor assets31:56 - Sarah on the guru effect oversaturating multifamily36:46 - Poll: Cash flow focus40:24 - Poll: Where to deploy $500k?41:36 - Q&A: Cash calls in syndications43:37 - Q&A: Alternatives to holding cash49:04 - Courtney on building business credit for liquidity56:37 - Closing | How to connect with the panelistsConnect with the Guests:Courtney Moeller:Website: courtneymoeller.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/csmoeller/Oil & Gas Report: http://oilandgasreport.net/Denis Shapiro:Email: [email protected]: https://sihcapitalgroup.com/X: https://x.com/sihcapital?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sihcapitalgroup/?hl=enLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisshapiroPatrick Grimes:Book: https://passiveinvestingmastery.com/bookWebsite: https://passiveinvestingmastery.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricksgrimes/Email: [email protected] Sullivan:Website: https://theconfidentinvestorsummit.com/freedom-in-3-recurring-live/#CashFlowInvesting#PassiveIncome#AlternativeInvestments#RealEstate#OilAndGas#PrivateLending#FinancialFreedom

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Join host Bronson Hill for the 2025 Investing Opportunities Webinar, featuring top experts sharing strategies for passive investors navigating Trump’s second term.Russell Gray, co-founder of The Real Estate Guys and Main Street Capitalist, focuses on real estate, small businesses, and teaching kids capitalism through the Raising Capitalist Foundation.David Morgan, founder of The Morgan Report and SilverSunrise.tv, is a leading voice on precious metals as a store of value and the spiritual side of money.Tom Burns, founder of Carbon Capital and author of Rich Doctor, specializes in real estate development and cash-flowing investments.Explore how Trump’s policies—tariffs, tax breaks, and deregulation—may impact real estate, precious metals, oil and gas, and small businesses. Learn strategies to hedge inflation with hard assets, leverage debt, and capitalize on distressed opportunities like commercial real estate and small business acquisitions.TIMESTAMPS00:00 - Wealth Forum Live (September 25-26, 2025, Dallas)01:19 - 2025 Investing Outlook: Trump’s policies, risks, and opportunities02:20 - Panel introductions: Russell Gray, David Morgan, Tom Burns04:10 - Trump’s impact: Tariffs, tax breaks, and economic policies09:03 - Real estate outlook: Bonus depreciation and inflation10:36 - Precious metals and inflation: David Morgan’s perspective14:16 - Bronson’s intro: CEO of Bronson Equity, author of Fire Yourself15:02 - Inflation strategies: Real estate, metals, and debt20:58 - National debt and precious metals: David Morgan on saving in metals23:43 - Poll: Precious metals investment (45% not invested, 30% heavily invested)27:34 - Poll: Top investments for 2025 (real estate 41%, cash-flowing businesses 18%)29:16 - Cash flow opportunities: Real estate, debt, and oil and gas33:03 - David Morgan’s idea: Commercial real estate for private vaults36:13 - Russell Gray on cash-flowing businesses and distressed debt41:25 - Q&A: Oil and gas prices under Trump’s energy policy47:31 - Q&A: Buying precious metals and borrowing against them51:09 - Bronson’s deal: Nimbus e-commerce business (15% cash flow, 3.0x equity multiple)52:03 - Closing thoughtsConnect with the Guests:Tom Burns:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-burns-9744304/David Morgan:Website: https://silversunrise.tv/Website: https://www.themorganreport.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedavidmorgan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMorganReportRussell Gray:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russellwgray/Email: [email protected]#PassiveInvesting#InflationHedge#PreciousMetals#RealEstateInvesting#CashFlow#TrumpEconomy#SmallBusiness

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Join host Bronson Hill for the 2024 Tax Strategy Summit webinar, featuring an expert panel sharing actionable tax strategies for passive investors and entrepreneurs.Courtney Moeller, a tax strategist at Diversified Investment Partners, specializes in oil and gas investments, offering 80-90% deductions against any income, even W2, with no real estate professional status required.James Rainwater CPA, founder of Rainwater CPA, advises entrepreneurs on business structures and tax planning, emphasizing proactive strategies like tax loss harvesting and oil and gas investments.Mark J. Kohler, CPA, attorney, and founder of Main Street Tax Pro, trains advisors nationwide and shares year-end tips like S-corp elections, family board meetings, and charitable remainder trusts for wealth preservation.Discover how to leverage bonus depreciation (potentially returning to 100% under President-elect Trump), oil and gas deductions, family office strategies, and charitable trusts to minimize taxes. Learn why proactive tax planning—through quarterly advisor meetings—is key to building wealth.TIMESTAMPS01:16 - Panel introductions: Courtney Moeller, James Rainwater CPA, Mark J. Kohler02:38 - Bonus depreciation: Will it return to 100% under Trump?05:45 - Oil and gas: Courtney on 80-90% deductions against any income07:00 - Year-end strategies: Mark on high earners’ tax-saving options10:16 - Planning ahead: James on 2024 vs. 2025 tax strategies11:56 - Alternative investments: Solar, farmland, and beyond13:55 - Family office: Mark on tax-deductible board meetings15:19 - Hiring kids: James on shifting income to lower tax brackets17:35 - Courtney’s approach: Paying kids in crypto, charitable donations19:29 - Roth IRAs: Mark on funding kids’ tax-free wealth21:42 - When to hire a tax strategist: Mark and James on proactive planning25:58 - Sourcing deals: Courtney, James, and Mark on finding tax-advantaged investments30:58 - Mark’s 10 year-end tax tips: S-corps, HSAs, 401ks, and more37:31 - Charitable trusts: James and Mark on CRUTs and multipliers41:02 - Courtney’s advice: Find a CPA who invests and strategizes46:39 - Q&A: Side businesses, short-term capital gains, LLCs56:24 - Connect with the panelists57:57 - Wealth Forum and 2025 Investing Outlook Summit detailsConnect with the Guests:James Rainwater:Website: https://rainwatercpa.com/Courtney Moeller:Website: courtneymoeller.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/csmoeller/Oil & Gas Report: http://oilandgasreport.net/Mark J. Kohler:Podcast: https://mainstreetbusinesspodcast.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkJKohler/featuredWebsite: https://markjkohler.com/#TaxStrategy#PassiveInvesting#OilAndGas#BonusDepreciation#FamilyOffice#WealthBuilding#CharitableTrust

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Join Bronson and Nate for an episode with Glenn Ambrose, spiritual teacher, life coach, and host of Life, Lessons, and Laughter. Glenn shares his transformation from a 20-year struggle with alcoholism to sobriety, sparked by his son’s birth and a commitment to the 12-step program, leading to profound spiritual awakenings. Learn how mindset shifts—moving from fear and lack to abundance and commitment—drive personal and financial success. Glenn offers practical steps for overcoming procrastination, building habits through small actions, and trusting intuition over emotions for decision-making.Discover why financial freedom deepens spiritual growth, enabling a new paradigm of responsible wealth.TIMESTAMPS00:42 - Intro: Glenn Ambrose, spiritual teacher and life coach01:00 - Spirituality: Beyond money to purpose and abundance03:10 - Glenn’s journey: From alcoholism to spiritual awakening04:58 - Rock bottom: Emotional turning point with son’s birth09:44 - Coaching change: Commitment as the key to a 180 shift11:26 - Half measures yield zero results17:00 - Baby steps: Breaking down goals to avoid overwhelm19:53 - Building habits: Nate’s boundaries for change21:36 - Bronson’s hack: Priming for mindset alignment22:44 - Mindset: Shifting from fear and lack to abundance28:56 - Trusting intuition vs. emotions in decisions33:06 - Intuition vs. gut: Navigating investment choices36:12 - Financial freedom: Deepening spiritual growth39:05 - Connect with Glenn: Podcast, book, and coachingConnect with the Guest:Website: https://www.glennambrose.com/Podcast: "Life, Lessons, & Laughter with Glenn Ambrose" on all platformsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/glennambrose/#MindsetMatters#SpiritualGrowth#FinancialFreedom#AbundanceMindset#CommitmentToChange#LifeLessons#PassiveIncome

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Join Bronson and Nate for another great episode with Caleb Guilliams, CEO of Better Wealth and author of The AND Asset. Caleb shares his journey from gutting chickens for $1 each to taking over a bank’s investment department at 19, and founding Better Wealth at 21 to empower clients with financial clarity and efficiency. Discover the power of whole life insurance and infinite banking, not as an investment, but as a secure, tax-advantaged foundation for storing and leveraging capital (70-90% cash value in year one). Caleb explains its benefits—creditor protection, tax-free growth, and collateral use—while warning against poorly designed policies with high commissions.Learn his value-leverage framework for investing in yourself, the pitfalls of life settlements, and how AI will revolutionize finance by reducing friction and enhancing efficiency.TIMESTAMPS00:41 - Intro: Caleb Guilliams, CEO of Better Wealth 01:09 - Caleb’s background: From chickens to banking 03:25 - Taking over a bank’s investment department at 19 05:12 - Early influences: Richest Man in Babylon, Good to Great 06:58 - Founding Better Wealth: Financial coaching for clarity 07:42 - Infinite banking: Why wealthy people use whole life insurance 09:38 - Life insurance as a foundation, not an investment 11:37 - Benefits: Creditor protection, tax-free growth, collateral 14:15 - Comparing life insurance to high-yield savings accounts 16:13 - Early cash value: 70-90% liquidity in year one 18:36 - Cons: Initial lower returns, health qualifications 20:52 - Life settlements: Investing in others’ policies 23:08 - Life insurance for kids: Building a family bank 25:10 - Life settlements: Ethical and financial considerations 28:08 - Real estate professionals: Is life insurance worth it? 30:35 - Liquidity vs. high-yield savings: Long-term benefits 31:37 - Using life insurance with precious metals for leverage 33:53 - Contrarian belief: You are your greatest asset 37:07 - Value-leverage framework: Investing in yourself 39:56 - Making yourself valuable to valuable people 43:32 - AI in finance: Replacing mediocre services 45:45 - Connect with Caleb: Free book at [email protected] 47:13 - Hosts’ takeaways: Efficiency and family banksConnect with the Guest:Email: [email protected]: betterwealth.comBooks: The AND Asset (available via email request)Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterWealth#InfiniteBanking#WholeLifeInsurance#FinancialEfficiency#WealthBuilding#TaxFreeGrowth#ValueLeverage#Entrepreneurship

Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationWelcome to our latest episode!Join Bronson and Nate for an inspiring episode with Carmen Micsa, a Romanian-born Boston Marathon qualifier, entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker. Carmen shares her journey from growing up under communism to founding Dynamic Vision Realty in Sacramento, balancing real estate with writing four books during COVID. Discover how her running habit fuels her business through community networking, turning runs into client referrals. She reveals strategies for writing a book (consistency, 30-day streaks), overcoming writer’s block (running, walking), and building wealth through genuine client relationships and tailored services. Carmen emphasizes personal growth, drawing from books like How to Win Friends and Influence People and Rejection Proof, and encourages diving into challenges without overthinking.Learn how optimism and discipline drive financial and emotional success!TIMESTAMPS00:41 - Intro: Carmen Micsa, entrepreneur and author 02:08 - Carmen’s journey: From Romania to real estate 03:14 - Growing up under communism: Building resilience 04:37 - Founding Dynamic Vision Realty: Blending business and poetry 05:32 - Writing books: Leaving a legacy 06:39 - How to write a book: Consistency and 30-day streaks 09:19 - Overcoming writer’s block: Running and walking 14:38 - Running groups: Building client referrals 16:43 - Genuine relationships: Key to business success 19:13 - Sales mindset: Serving, not selling 20:31 - Dynamic Vision Realty: Tailored client services 25:00 - Life as Groundhog Day: Breaking predictable patterns 26:39 - Encouraging personal growth: Dive into challenges 30:06 - Books that inspire: How to Win Friends and Rejection Proof 33:42 - Owning your story: Embracing imperfection 35:43 - Optimism and wealth: Saving 17% more 37:41 - Time management: Lessons from a watchmaker 39:36 - Connect with Carmen: Books and social media 41:11 - Takeaways: Personal growth fuels wealthConnect with the Guest:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carmenseedsofsunshineFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/cmicsa/Website: https://dynamicsacramentohomes.com/#PersonalGrowth#RealEstateInvesting#MindsetMatters#BookWriting#Resilience#Networking#Optimism