Best Total Wealth Academy Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 609 - Are You SURE You Can Outlive Your Money? 46:02

3h ago46:02

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the painful idea of being unable to outlive your money. Have you ever considered that everyone who is saving money for retirement is trying to, often unknowingly, gather just enough money so that they can die before they become destitute? Consider it: What happens if you keep living after y…

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EPS 305 - MEET REAL ESTATE GURU- Steve Davis with TOTAL WEALTH ACADEMY. 31:12

22d ago31:12

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Do you have exposure to real estate in your personal balance sheet? Going from ZERO to ONE is the most challenging part of investing in real estate. When you start investing in apartments you don’t know- what you don’t know, right? Steve Davis and his team at Total Wealth Academy will give you the confidence to invest. Listen to Total Wealth Academ…

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EPS 307 - Elvis, Madonna, Bono, Cher, Prince…and now meet Mauricio! 32:33

17h ago32:33

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Rockstars are known for having one name. Not attorneys. If you are currently an apartment investor…you know his name or have seen his YouTube videos. If you are not…you only need to know one name…Mauricio. Mauricio Rauld is a securities attorney with Premier Law Group. He advises entrepreneurs in scaling their business by raising capital through re…

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Ep. 608 - The Case of the Ever-Inflating Bills 46:41

16d ago46:41

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses very little about the consequences of getting older and the ever-increasing bill situation for aging Americans. It seems common sense to look into the future and envision a time when all of your bills will be under control, your home will be paid off, student loans will be eradicated, and a…

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Ep. 607 - Wealth Building Requires a MIND, not Instinct 45:17

17d ago45:17

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses why many of you want to build a second stream of passive income but cannot because of your instincts. This may not make sense upon first reading, but if you take the time and tune into this episode, Steve will walk you through the battle that is going on in your head between your evolution-…

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EPS 306 - The “Legend” CHARLIE YOUNG, with Madera Residential, sure can tell a story. 46:24

21d ago46:24

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Do you think a guy that has bought over 120 apartment buildings could teach you something? Yes…that’s 120 buildings, not units. Madera Residential is one of the largest and most active apartment buyers in Texas. You will love Charlie’s down-home charm and wisdom, but don’t let that fool you. Charlie and his team are experts in finding opportunities…

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ASK MIKE MONDAYS: “DEFAULT INTEREST- A lending phrase you must learn!” 24:51

29d ago24:51

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When a property fails, and the borrower stops making payments…that’s a problem for the lender and the borrower. What you may not know- is that when you stop making mortgage payments- this will cause the lender to accelerate your interest cost. Yikes!! In your loan documents there is specific language that aids the lender by increasing your current …

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Ep. 606 - Production VS Production Capability Balance 49:22

1M ago49:22

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve takes a page from the late, great Dr. Stephen Covey's book and discusses the importance of the P VS PC balance. For the uninitiated, the "P" means Production, and the "PC" means Production Capability. Are you still confused? Think about the old fable about the Goose and the Gold Egg. That is what Ste…

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Ep. 605 - Taking A Real Look At The Kardashians 46:02

1M ago46:02

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the Kardashians. Don't reach for your reading glasses or pinch yourself too hard to check if this is a dream. Steve is debating the Kardashians, yes, the ones from TV. Now, why on Earth would Steve, a real estate investor, be talking about the Kardashians? Well, for one, they share similar …

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Ep. 604 - Building and Rebuilding Communities w/ Rebuilding Together 46:05

1M ago46:05

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the importance of maintaining, improving, and often rebuilding communities as a real estate investor. In this case, he is speaking very literally about the rebuilding side of things. His special guest, Christine Holland (with RebuildingTogetherHouston.org), joins the show to talk about thei…

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EPS 304 - How do you QUALIFY FOR A LARGE APARTMENT CONSTRUCTION LOAN? Who’s on your team matters! 51:50

1M ago51:50

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It seems like every other investment sales flyer we see today…offers the opportunity to buy land. Land to BUILD an apartment building. Many investors are now focused on construction. How do you finance? Should you consider a 35-40% down conventional Bank loan that is full recourse? Or should you consider a 15% down…government backed, non-recourse F…

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Ep. 603 - How Do We Help The Next Generation Exceed Our Expectation 45:19

1M ago45:19

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the future and how the next generation will be able to achieve more than we ever thought we could for ourselves. Steve isn't just talking about the advancement of technology and the freedom to get whatever information is needed in seconds via the internet. He is talking about how WE are goi…

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EPS 303 - Loan Officer Roundtable: 1st Quarter 2024- What are lenders approving today? OR… NOT!! 40:40

1M ago40:40

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So…You want to buy an apartment building? Who is your biggest financial partner in the transaction: it is your lender! Get to know your lender and what they can offer you. Know what the lender expects today and their “hot” buttons for approval. It’s completely different than 24 months ago. We will speak with the top producing loan officers at Old C…

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Ep. 602 - Continuing the Investor Loan Discussion w/ Jet Lending 45:23

1M ago45:23

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve is joined by the guy at Jet Lending, and they continue the conversation from the last episode concerning Hard Money Loans. Why would we need to hear from another vendor about loans? Life is a team sport, and you want to have as many team members as possible to take you as far as you can dream. So tun…

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Ep. 601 - Decoding The Hard Money Loan w/ Noble Mortgage 45:15

2M ago45:15

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve is joined by Darel Daik of Noble Morgage. They discuss the seemingly magical way that investors build their portfolios with less money than it takes to purchase a personal home. The hard money loan is a necessary tool for investors of any skill level, and in this show, you will be let in on the best …

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Ep. 600 - Is Your Job Killing you? 45:30

2M ago45:30

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the dangers of staying in a job that stresses you out. Now, wouldn't that be all of the jobs in the world, Steve? Not necessarily; some lucky few are in positions that create boundless joy and happiness for themselves and others, which is beautiful. But everyone else? Are you waiting for Fr…

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Ep. 599 - Building Your Success Foundation With A Solid Team 32:59

2M ago32:59

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the importance of building a foundationally strong team dedicated to your success. Most would say that the only trustworthy people are the "solid three": me, myself, and I. But are those three people the best possible team members to drive success? To become financially independent and succ…

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EPS 302 - Coaching and Counseling: The INFAMOUS Buyer/Seller Call. What to expect! 50:44

2M ago50:44

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Imagine this. You are in BEST and FINAL and about to be awarded a huge apartment building. It’s you and two other buying groups. You made the cut and now the seller must make the right decision. Who to choose? Are you the right buyer? Can you close? The seller has too much on the line to make the wrong pick. They want to talk to YOU! It’s the BUYER…

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Ep. 598 - Should You Be Honest With Your Children About Your Financial State? 46:11

2M ago46:11

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the role parental honesty plays in children's relationship with wealth and financial intelligence. Conventional wisdom states that children should be sheltered from the more harsh truths of the world for as long as possible until the day that the information is just understood without much …

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EPS 301 - Nashville is ROCKIN’ in multifamily! Have you explored central Tennessee? 43:38

2M ago43:38

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Brian Truman with SVN- Accel Commercial Real Estate sells lots of apartments in Tennessee. Did you know that Health Care Management is the top industry in the Music City Capital and not tourism. Brian discusses why 75% of his investment sales business comes from out-of-state investors buying apartments around Nashville and where the best places you…

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Ep. 597 - From An Empty Tank Of Gas To Leading a Growing Team of Hungry Agents 44:58

2M ago44:58

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve is joined again by special guest Elissa Stone, who you know as a strong up-and-comer in the real estate investing world. Still, he is joining Steve today more in her capacity as the leader of hungry and driven realtors at Total Wealth Academy. Elissa believes in the lessons taught at Total Wealth Aca…

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Ep. 596 - From high End Flipper, To Apartment Owner with Elissa Stone 45:58

2M ago45:58

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve is joined by special guest Elissa Stone, who has been making a considerable name for herself by going from high-end home flipping to owning two entire apartment building investments in the time it takes most people to buy a personal home. Please listen to her journey to her first apartment complex an…

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Ep. 595 - Sitting Down With The "Investment Only" General Contractor From Grace Contracting 34:40

2M ago34:40

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses how and why Dustin Raiford and his team at Grace Contracting can focus solely on the real estate investing market for his general contracting and rehab services. Conventional wisdom might lead people to believe that a general contractor must take any job. Still, Dustin and Steve know that a…

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Ep. 594 - Passing Down True Financial Education Generationally 45:55

2M ago45:55

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses why passing down financial information to the next generation is so important. This show is not just for parents. The information that Steve is passing along can be used by anyone and everyone who finds themselves in a position of influence with a younger generation. You could be an uncle, …

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Ep. 593 - The Devastating Effects of the "Old Way" 46:10

2M ago46:10

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the map most of us were given in our formative years and how it has led many to quiet desperation. Don't let that show descriptor turn you away, though! Steve never focuses solely on the bad stuff, and long-time listeners will know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel and a way to…

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Ep. 592 - Recognizing The Difference Between Independence and Dependence 45:31

2M ago45:31

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the concepts of dependence, independence, and interdependence as they relate to your life. You may think you know the difference between dependence and independence, but have you looked into the concepts and applied them to your life? Are you sure that you have become independent since leav…

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EPS 300 - Your BRIDGE LOAN is coming due! What can you do? Can you qualify for an extension? Can those BRIDGE TERMS be modified? 41:14

3M ago41:14

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These bridge loans are quirky…because all loan documents initially agreed upon (between lender attorney and borrower attorney) are like snowflakes. Every set of loan documents are different…they are not promulgated forms like Fannie loan documents. Some language added…some language subtracted. What does that mean when you are negotiating an extensi…

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Ep. 591 - Stop THinking Like Others and Avoid Your Naysayers 45:54

3M ago45:54

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses avoiding your present and future naysayers. But you say I'm a nice person! I can't imagine anyone in my life being a naysayer. That might be because you are currently stuck in a crowd of people and not working hard to accomplish your goals. So, start with separating yourself from the crowd …

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Ep. 590 - Is It Possible To Succeed Without a Side Hustle? 43:41

3M ago43:41

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses his thoughts on thriving in retirement by developing a "side hustle" now. A side hustle is a newer word in the American vocabulary, and it means creating a job or business on the side while you work your regular 9-5. But doesn't Steve preach passive income and not needing to work anymore? Y…

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EPS 299 - Live from the 2024 National Multifamily Housing Council Meeting in San Diego. What did we learn? 30:48

3M ago30:48

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With over 10,000 apartment investors, lenders, general partners, property management companies, and apartment builders… this is the biggest annual event for the apartment industry called NMHC. What was discussed? Well…the biggest take aways are: from the lenders…”we are not at the bottom of the cycle: more distress is coming!” The sales brokers sai…

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Ep. 589 - Do You Have Goals Or The Goals Other People Have For You? 45:23

3M ago45:23

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the importance of creating and writing down your goals. There are more reasons than can be described about why it is essential to write down your goals, but Steve is focusing on the more sinister side of the issue today. Have you considered that if you do not have your own goals written dow…

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Ep. 588 - Attracting and Keeping A Perfect Tenant w/ Extraterrestrial Professionals 45:44

3M ago45:44

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the necessity of finding and keeping the perfect tenant. But how does a real estate investor ensure that they do that at any level? That is why Steve has brought on the experts from Extraterrestrial Services. If you have ever been curious about what happens between tenants in the real estat…

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Ep. 587 - Developing Your Financial IQ w/ Noble Mortgage 46:12

3M ago46:12

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses financial IQ and how people miss many opportunities to invest in real estate because of mistaken beliefs. Many believe that the only way to purchase an investment home is to use conventional lending methods, and when they start crunching the numbers for that method, they get discouraged. Th…

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Ep. 586 - Understanding the 1031 w/ Exchange Resource Group 46:29

3M ago46:29

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the real estate magic trick, the 1031 exchange. To do that, he has brought on an expert, Lou Ann Blough, from Exchange Resource Group (ERG). Most people have heard that you can continue investing in real estate for a very long time while deferring the bulk of the tax responsibility. If you …

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Ep. 585 - Talking Rehabs, Make-Readies and More w/ Gulf Coast Builds 45:12

3M ago45:12

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses almost everything this is to discuss real estate rehabs with Mark Bouknight of Gulf Coast Builds. It is an iron-clad law in real estate investing that your property will need some rehab. It might need it after a significant natural event, or the property may require a massive makeover befor…

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Ep. 584 - The Disaster That Was My First Apartment Investment 44:41

3M ago44:41

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses his first apartment investment and how it did not turn out how he expected it to. As you all know by now, Steve has been a successful real estate investor for decades, but you may NOT have heard that he wasn't always as successful as he is now. But that makes sense. No one can be perfect fr…

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Ep. 583 - The 14 Strategies of Winners 46:46

4M ago46:46

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses the 14 habits, or strategies, used by successful people (winners) and how you can start implementing them in your life in 2024. In his unending quest to better himself, Steve ran across an article that outlined these 14 strategies and decided that you, his listeners, could benefit from them…

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Ep. 582 - How I Learned To Leverage My Time 45:57

4M ago45:57

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Welcome back to the show! In this episode, Steve discusses leveraging time and how to learn to do it like the pros. Why would leveraging your time be important? Aren't we all leveraging as much time as possible to get through our days without ripping our hair out? This is precisely the question Steve is covering in the episode, so if you are intrig…

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EPS 298 - Are PROBLEMS in 2023 going to be OPPORTUNITIES in 2024? 32:58

4M ago32:58

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Here’s a few phrases to remember from 2023… “Refinance in ‘24”- “Survive to 25” “Operate in 2026” “Sell everything in 2027” “Retire on the beach in 2028” - High level discussion on what the capital markets are witnessing today and next year. Get on the Old Capital distribution list to stay ahead of ALL the networking and lending activities that we …

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