In this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden welcomes Blake Hutchison, CEO of Flippa, to discuss his journey and the evolution of Flippa into a leading platform for buying and selling online businesses. Blake shares his unique perspective as a former customer who successfully exited his own company using Flippa before stepping into his role as CEO. The conversation touches on the importance of accessible investment opportunities for everyday individuals and how Flippa aims to become t...
Mar 25, 2025•38 min•Ep. 25
In this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden welcomes David Little, entrepreneur and co-founder of Crown Capital Resources. David shares his journey from a successful engineering career to launching a private credit fund focused on real estate lending. Established in 2016, Crown Capital has funded over 200 properties, with loans exceeding $54 million. David discusses the challenges of balancing a full-time job while building his business during nights and weekends. Through persistence...
Mar 24, 2025•33 min•Ep. 24
In this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden welcomes Van Carlson, the founder and CEO of SRA 831(b) Admin. With over 25 years of experience in the risk management industry, Van shares his insights into empowering advisors and entrepreneurs through innovative risk solutions. He discusses his journey, including the challenges he faced during the Great Recession and how it shaped his approach to managing risk. Van has made a significant impact in his field, earning a place on the Inc. 5...
Mar 24, 2025•40 min•Ep. 23
In this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden welcomes Ryan Twomey and Lucas Ravanis, co-founders of TR Capital Partners, a real estate investment firm specializing in multifamily properties. The discussion begins with an exploration of the multifamily real estate sector and its appeal compared to other asset types like industrial, office, retail, and storage. Ryan and Lucas share their journey, starting with small investments in triplexes and duplexes, and explain their passion for mu...
Mar 14, 2025•40 min•Ep. 22
In this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden welcomes Ronald Cook, a certified public accountant and seasoned financial executive with over 25 years of experience in corporate finance. Ron shares his journey from Washington state to Los Angeles and discusses his extensive background in CFO and controller roles, highlighting his expertise in daily accounting activities, internal controls, data management, and financial strategy. He emphasizes his mission to empower business owners by p...
Mar 14, 2025•23 min•Ep. 21
In this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden welcomes Dan Nicholson, CPA, founder of Nth Degree CPAs and author of the bestselling book, "Rigging the Game." Recognized as a top 40 under 40 accountant globally, Dan shares his journey from working for Warren Buffett to launching his own accounting firm. He discusses his mission to help purpose-driven entrepreneurs achieve financial certainty and the importance of navigating risk in the financial landscape. Tune in for insights into trad...
Feb 28, 2025•38 min•Ep. 20
In this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden welcomes Christopher Swing, the president and CEO of Vantage Surgical Solutions. Chris shares his extensive experience in logistics, healthcare, private equity, manufacturing, and finance, including his previous roles as CFO and COO at Vantage. He discusses his successful exit to private equity and his involvement with the Young Presidents Organization (YPO). Additionally, Chris runs a podcast called Faithful that explores the intersection ...
Feb 28, 2025•39 min•Ep. 19
In this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden welcomes Eric Malka, an accomplished entrepreneur and author known for founding the luxury grooming brand, Art of Shaving. Eric shares his inspiring journey from a 17-year-old immigrant arriving in New York City with limited resources to successfully building and exiting his business to Procter & Gamble. He discusses the lessons learned along the way and his current role as managing partner of Strategic Brand Investments, where he suppo...
Feb 28, 2025•25 min•Ep. 18
Today we dive deep into the world of taxes with special guest Shauna, the Tax Goddess CPA and founder of Tax Goddess Business Services. With her extensive background in taxation and experience at KPMG and American Express, Shauna shares her insights on how the tax code is designed to benefit business owners and high-income earners. In this episode, you'll learn about: The purpose of the tax code and who it is designed for Common mistakes business owners make regarding taxes The importance of tax...
Feb 01, 2025•33 min•Ep. 17
In this episode, I discuss 14 strategies business owners, entrepreneurs, and high income earners can use to minimize their tax liability. ****** Free Resources ⬇️ ➡️ Start Here 📕 Get the E-Book: 14 Tax Strategies for Business Owners & High Income Earners 📩 Subscribe to the Alternative Wealth Newsletter 📺 YouTube ****** DISCLAIMER: All content on this channel is for education, discussion, and illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as tax, legal, investment or financial advi...
Sep 02, 2024•36 min•Ep. 16
This is a replay from my other podcast Retirement Simplified. In this episode, host Ryan Kolden delves into the little-known Medicare surcharge known as the Income-Related Monthly Adjusted Amount (IRMAA). He explains what IRMAA is, how high-income earners can reduce this surcharge in retirement, and provides insights on qualifying for it. Tune in to learn how IRMAA surcharges impact Medicare premiums and strategies to mitigate them in retirement. ****** Free Resources ⬇️ ➡️ Start Here 📕 Get the...
Aug 26, 2024•14 min•Ep. 15
On this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden introduces business owners to a lesser-known retirement plan option called a non-qualified pension plan. With various retirement plan choices available like solo 401k and SEPs, understanding which option is best can be challenging. Ryan explains that the non-qualified pension plan is an employee benefit program within the tax code that can benefit business owners regardless of their business structure. This informative episode serves as a g...
Aug 19, 2024•9 min•Ep. 14
On this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden sits down with Arn Cenedella to share insights from his 45 years of experience in the industry, including building rental portfolios in California and Texas. Arn emphasizes the value of long-term investing over emotional reactions and his experience with equities during Black Monday. Tune in for expert advice on traditional and alternative investing strategies for better financial decision-making. Connect With Arn Website LinkedIn YouTube F...
Aug 12, 2024•45 min•Ep. 13
In this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden introduces the offset mortgage concept as a highly efficient way to pay off your home loan quickly and save on interest. He explains the concept of an offset mortgage, popular in countries like Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, but less known in the United States. By utilizing this strategy, homeowners with surplus cash flow can potentially pay off their mortgage in as little as 5-10 years, saving tens of thousands of ...
Aug 05, 2024•26 min•Ep. 12
On this episode, financial planner Adam Fay discusses tax efficiency, offshoring, and global market outlook with host Ryan Kolden. Adam specializes in serving expats and offers insights into navigating financial matters in over 100 countries. The conversation covers strategies for minimizing taxes, the current state of US and global markets, and investor sentiment. Tune in for expert advice on financial planning for a global audience. Connect With Adam: Website LinkedIn Twitter Quora ****** Free...
Jul 29, 2024•37 min•Ep. 11
This is a replay from my other podcast Retirement Simplified. In this episode we discuss the importance of updating your will as your life circumstances change. Guest Adam Zuckerman, founder of Buried in Work, shares his expertise in estate planning and simplifying end-of-life tasks. Adam's personal experience managing his father's estate drives his mission to empower individuals with confidence in estate planning through his innovative platform. Join us to learn about adapting your will to refl...
Jul 22, 2024•25 min•Ep. 10
This is a replay from my other podcast Retirement Simplified. In this episode we dive into the complexities of transitioning from an accumulation portfolio to a decumulation portfolio in retirement. Special guest Chris Hensley, an expert in retirement and social security planning, joins the discussion. They explore key strategies for securing retirement in today's economic landscape, offering valuable insights and expert advice for listeners aiming to achieve their retirement goals. Connect with...
Jul 15, 2024•54 min•Ep. 9
In this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden interviews Simon Popple, Managing Director at Brookville Capital and an expert in gold investing. Simon shares insights on the role of gold in a person's portfolio, drawing from his 15 years of experience in the gold industry. From discussing the historical significance of gold as a safe haven asset to sharing his personal journey in the finance world, Simon provides valuable perspectives on gold investing. Connect With Simon: LinkedIn Webs...
Jul 08, 2024•32 min•Ep. 8
This episode of Alternative Wealth features Frank Rizzo, co-founder of Stone Capital Investors, discussing his expertise in the mobile home park industry. Frank has over 20 years of experience in real estate and has acquired and repositioned numerous communities. He aims to provide better housing alternatives through his passion for the mobile home space and affordable housing. Join host Ryan Kolden as they delve into strategies for traditional and alternative investing in the realm of real esta...
Jul 01, 2024•32 min•Ep. 7
On this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden welcomes Tom Suvansri, a wealth strategist and authorized IBC practitioner at Perennial Pride. Tom discusses the infinite banking concept, sharing insights on how to create a family bank for financial management. He explains how this alternative approach offers more control and freedom in cash flow and finance, serving as a unique banking vehicle. Tune in to learn about strategies and tactics for making better financial decisions with Tom's...
Jun 24, 2024•43 min•Ep. 6
In this episode of Alternative Wealth, host Ryan Kolden welcomes Kevin Amolsch, a real estate investor and private money lender with extensive experience in finance and real estate. Kevin shares insights from his two decades as a real estate investor and 16 years in real estate lending, discussing his work with mortgage funds totaling over $750 million. Tune in as they discuss private credit funds and how they are gaining popularity in today's economy. Connect with Kevin: YouTube LinkedIn ******...
Jun 17, 2024•32 min•Ep. 5
In this episode of the Alternative Wealth Podcast, host Ryan Kolden explores the silent threat of inflation that individual investors often overlook. He emphasizes the importance of considering the risk-free rate and understanding how inflation impacts purchasing power. Ryan discusses the risks associated with portfolios, highlights the impact of inflation on investment returns, and delves into monetary theory. We take a look at how to measure and mitigate risks in portfolios to achieve financia...
Mar 16, 2024•15 min•Ep. 4
In this episode, we delve into the world of investment returns, focusing on asset allocation and the benefits of having an equity bias in your portfolio. We discuss the main drivers of investment returns, historical data on wealth multiples for various asset classes, and how investors can benefit in the long run by accepting greater equity risk. Learn how asset allocation plays a crucial role in driving investment returns and how diversifying your portfolio across multiple asset classes can help...
Mar 11, 2024•7 min•Ep. 3
In this episode of the Alternative Wealth Podcast, host Ryan Kolden sits down with Insurance Broker, an insurance consultant who specializes in traditional market placements and captive program setup. Insurance Broker explains how business owners can create their own insurance company, known as an 831B small insurance captive or micro captive, to effectively manage their business risk in a tax-efficient manner. Listeners will learn about the benefits of setting up a captive and how it can lead t...
Jan 17, 2024•50 min•Ep. 2
In this episode of the Alternative Wealth Podcast, host Ryan Kolden provides a high-level overview of alternative investments. He explains what alternative assets are, how they work, and why someone may want to consider adding them to their portfolio. Ryan also discusses the focus of the podcast, which includes alternative wealth building strategies, nontraditional investments, personal and business finance strategies, and retirement. ****** Free Resources ⬇️ ➡️ Start Here 📕 Get the E-Book: 14 ...
Jan 17, 2024•31 min•Ep. 1
