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 all the furniture you ever need will be purchased. This thought process is a trap, though. Let Steve guide you through a new reality's discovery and recovery phase. Please remember that Steve loves emails! Send your questions, comments, and concerns t ..read more

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-based "cave person" brain and the more modern, developed "mind."  Please remember that Steve is always available via email to discuss your concerns and comments. Just send your questions, concerns, and comments to AskSteve@TotalWealthAcademy.com ..read more

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 Steve is talking about today, and this is a foundation-building episode, so tune in now!  Please remember that Steve is always available to talk to you online. Just send your questions, comments, and concerns to AskSteve@TotalWealthAcademy.com toda ..read more

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 personality traits. Namely, the trait of financial literacy and determined hustle. Don't miss this episode, even if you have preconceived notions about the celebrity above family. There is much to learn, and this is the time to do it!  Please re ..read more

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 their unique mission of actually rebuilding homes for community members who are in danger of losing that very same home due to dire circumstances. If you're looking for a good cause to join or are just interested in what it would take to save a family's ..read more

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 going to help. THrough our efforts to change the maps given to us by the previous generation, we will be able to be instrumental in helping this next generation grow into financial titans. Please send any questions, comments, or concerns to AskSteve@Tot ..read more

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 tune into this episode and start pre-interviewing Jet Lending as the next member of your growing team! Please remember that Steve's inbox, AskSteve@TotalWealthAcademy.com, is manned only by Steve himself.  So send him and email today and start your ..read more

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 and least-kept secret of real estate investing! Steve is always available to discuss your questions, comments, and concerns. Just send an email to AskSteve@TotalWealthAcademy.com today!  ..read more

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 Friday to come as soon as the sun sets on Sunday? Are you counting the days between paychecks? Then you are like the majority of people who are in danger. Please tune in and listen to Steve talk you through this situation and offer some options to get ..read more

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 successful, you will need an entire team of people who are not you. Those are the people that will elevate you to heights that you could never have dreamed of. But how do you find them, and how do you learn to trust them? Start by listening to this podca ..read more