Send us a text What Makes a Person Successful in Life? The most meaningful difference you ever make is the difference you make in others' lives. Success doesn't matter how high you can climb but how you contribute positively to the world. Success also means becoming more generous and finding the nugget of beauty even in less glamorous times. What 3 things do you need to be successful? Three aspects have been identified for success visualization, belief, and action. Visualizations. It&a...
Dec 01, 2021•23 min•Ep. 30
Send us a text What Makes a Person Successful in Life? The most meaningful difference you ever make is the difference you make in others' lives. Success doesn't matter how high you can climb but how you contribute positively to the world. Success also means becoming more generous and finding the nugget of beauty even in less glamorous times. What 3 things do you need to be successful? Three aspects have been identified for success visualization, belief, and action. Visualizations. It&a...
Dec 01, 2021•23 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Send us a text I am going to break down everything that you need to know about the SPR. The SPR stands for Strategic Petroleum Reserve- a system of underground tanks that hold up to 700 million barrels of crude oil reserves, or around 13% of total U.S. consumption capacity, which are used in times when there are disruptions in supplies due to natural disasters or conflicts. The President released 50 million barrels from the SPR and now we are being told the price of gasoline is going to decrease...
Nov 24, 2021•14 min•Ep. 29
Send us a text You don't have to give up on your dreams because life has thrown something at you that seems impossible right now. If we all gave up when things got tough, where would we be today? We need people who will fight for what they want and never give up hope even when everything around them tells them otherwise. So stop listening to those negative voices in your head and start believing in yourself again! Support the show Thanks for Listening! Follow us on Tik Tok Facebook and Inst...
Nov 17, 2021•22 min•Ep. 28
Send us a text Infrastructure Bill: Borrow, Print, Spend. $31B Taken from Your Pockets I know that most people don't have time for complicated topics. What am I talking about? The Infrastructure Bill of course! It's really just a way for Washington DC to borrow money from American citizens so they can spend it on their own projects. So let me break down what this bill actually does so you can understand why so many economists are up in arms over it. Small business owners should be up i...
Nov 10, 2021•19 min•Ep. 27
Send us a text The US House of Representatives just passed a $1.2 trillion infrastructure spending bill, but do you know what's in it? In this episode, I'm going to break down the details and show you how the policies will affect us all. And by no means will this Bill be "FREE" for us! This Infrastructure Bill is the biggest spending bill in years. With $1.2 trillion in spending, it includes a lot of projects that are important for America's future. But there are also so...
Nov 07, 2021•15 min•Ep. 26
Send us a text Everyone has a different definition of patience. For some, patience is the ability to wait for something good to happen. But in real estate, patience is about waiting for the perfect opportunity to make your move and get a great deal on a home that's been sitting on the market for months or years. In this episode, I'm going to show you why Zillow exiting their home buying program and canceled flights have more in common than you think when it comes to being patient! Zill...
Nov 03, 2021•19 min•Ep. 25
Send us a text In this episode, I will discuss what separates successful people from those who are just average. One of the key things that set them apart is grit - which means perseverance and passion for long-term goals. You'll learn how to build your own grit in order to achieve all of your personal and professional aspirations. I'm going to be teaching you how grit is the key ingredient for success. You might think that's a pretty bold statement- but stick with me here because...
Oct 27, 2021•13 min•Ep. 24
Send us a text So you want to be successful but feel like you're stuck in a rut and don't know how to break free from the same old routine every day? Well, I'm going to show you that it's not as hard as it seems and all it takes is some courage and determination. Ready for a little motivation? It's time for a change! I want to talk about how I navigated my transition from the corporate world to becoming an entrepreneur with a passion in my work. It was really hard at fir...
Oct 20, 2021•20 min•Ep. 23
Send us a text Inflation is a scary and often misunderstood concept. But it's important to understand how it works - because inflation can make you poor! In this episode, I'll break down the basics of what inflation means, why it happens, and how to protect yourself from its effects. Don't let Washington D.C. tell you how to think about your hard-earned money. Going to the grocery store or putting gas in your car is costing you MUCH more now of days! Inflation hurts all of us and ...
Oct 18, 2021•16 min•Ep. 22
Send us a text What is Inflation? Inflation happens when the value of your money goes down - you can buy fewer goods and services with it now than before. Inflation is a natural result of having an economy that runs on currency instead of bartering or other methods that don't require currency. How does inflation happen? Inflation happens when the government prints more money into circulation - too much money supply means that each unit (dollar, pound, euro) is worth less. Inflation is a sil...
Oct 13, 2021•18 min•Ep. 21
Send us a text Did you know that the Infrastructure Bill is a threat to your retirement funds? I'm here to talk about the Infrastructure Bill. It's not just an infrastructure bill for roads and bridges. The real danger of this bill is how it affects our retirement funds - specifically self-directed IRAs. If passed, this bill will make sure that we take our hard-earned retirement funds and put them into another investment vehicle. Which will cause you and me to pay taxes up to 39.6%! Th...
Oct 09, 2021•13 min•Ep. 20
Send us a text It's safe to say that we're facing a serious problem when it comes to finding affordable housing in the United States. There have been many articles written about what the causes of this crisis are but today I'm going to show you some numbers and data from recent studies so you can see for yourself exactly how bad things really are. Buying a house is one of the most important decisions that we make in our lifetime. It's also one of the biggest investments so it...
Oct 06, 2021•24 min•Ep. 19
Send us a text In this episode, I want to talk about the challenges that are currently faced by millennials who are trying to buy their first home. The housing market has been steadily rising for years now but what does that mean for millennials? It means that not only are you struggling with student debt or trying to save up money before making any kind of purchase, but also battling against inflated prices on houses. Support the show Thanks for Listening! Follow us on Tik Tok Facebook and Inst...
Sep 29, 2021•18 min•Ep. 18
Send us a text Are you interested in the housing market? The housing market is a complex and constantly changing environment. We’ll help you understand what’s going on so that you can make informed decisions about your real estate investments. You want to be able to stay up-to-date with all of the latest information, trends, and strategies related to real estate investing. Our podcast will provide valuable insight into how the industry works and how it affects your life as an investor or potenti...
Sep 22, 2021•19 min•Ep. 17
Send us a text #HousingMarket #TruPodcast #TruTalk Forbearance, Evictions, and Foreclosures - these three things will affect the housing market in the coming months. And if you want to be a smart buyer who knows how to navigate this housing market, then you’ll listen to our podcast where we break down each of these factors so you can make better decisions when buying your next home. You won’t want to miss this podcast because we have all of your questions answered for you so tune in now! And if ...
Sep 14, 2021•24 min•Ep. 16
Send us a text In Today's episode, we're going to talk about the housing market - specifically whether or not there will be a crash and what people are saying about it. We'll also go over some interesting facts like if millennials really love buying houses or not. Let me know if you have any questions down below in the comments section! The housing market is a huge deal to everyone, and it can be really tough to get your head around all of the hype. So I'm gonna break down ev...
Sep 08, 2021•26 min•Ep. 15
Send us a text In this episode, we'll take a deep dive into the effects of the eviction moratorium and how it screwed renters and landlords alike. If you're a renter or landlord this podcast might be of interest to you. The Supreme Court just recently overturned the CDC Eviction Moratorium, which has, in turn, will cause more issues for the housing market in the coming months and years. While it sounds like a good idea on paper, there are some unintended consequences that we need to ex...
Sep 01, 2021•21 min•Ep. 14
Send us a text In this episode, I'm going to show you some of the most common ways that black swan events can disrupt and ruin your life. We're all familiar with the phrase "black swan theory", which was coined by Nassim Nicholas Taleb in his book The Black Swan. It refers to an event or occurrence that deviates beyond what is normally expected of a situation and has a major impact on its surroundings - often shocking those who were not expecting it. But what are they? And ho...
Aug 25, 2021•20 min•Ep. 13
Send us a text Housing Market News You know that the economy isn’t doing well. I mean, come on! We’re all feeling it in our pocketbooks. And it’s not just about your bank account either: there are a lot of people out of work and losing their homes because they can’t make ends meet. But don’t worry – even though things seem bleak right now, there’s still plenty to be optimistic about! Watch this video for five reasons why the economy might NOT be as bad as you think. Pending Homes Sales Drop in J...
Aug 24, 2021•24 min•Ep. 9
Send us a text In this episode of the TruPodcast, we’re going to explore the 3 warning signs that will tell you if a housing bubble is about to burst. It’s no secret that we’re in a time where the housing market is booming, but don’t get too excited because there are some very telling signs that say our party might be coming to an end soon. So before you invest your hard-earned money in your next investment property or buy a home, make sure you listen to this episode so you can avoid making cost...
Aug 18, 2021•28 min•Ep. 12
Send us a text How Successful Will These Young Adults Really Be in Life? We often think that if we want success, we need to have a lot of money in the bank account or be born into it. The truth is that you should possess two skills: reading and math. These two skills are the foundation of every profession and any job position that requires attention to detail. Without them, you cannot succeed in life! In the latest episode of TruPodcast, we discuss how a State passed a law that will not require ...
Aug 11, 2021•24 min•Ep. 11
Send us a text Infrastructure Bill Pulls Billions from EIDL Loan & Grant Programs -The Senate announced a $1 trillion infrastructure bill that would make use of the Economic Injury Disaster Loan program, which currently holds roughly $30 billion in unspent funds. -The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act would claw back $13.5 billion from the EIDL program, and another $17.6 billion in affiliated grants for businesses in low-income areas to provide more funding for the infrastructure bill h...
Aug 04, 2021•23 min•Ep. 10
Send us a text Housing Market Update In this podcast, I’m going to give you a quick rundown of what’s going on in the housing market and how it affects you. In this episode of the TruPodcast, I will discuss two numbers that can make your day better or worse depending on how you look at them. The first number is $361,800 which is an average sales price of a new home for June 2021. The second number is $563.40(At the time this episode was recorded), which is the cost of 1,000 board feet of lumber....
Jul 28, 2021•19 min•Ep. 8
Send us a text The cost of living has been steadily increasing for years, and it’s not getting any better. In this TruPodcast , I’m going to explain the housing market in eight minutes with my own twist on how it all works. So you think the housing market is soaring? Maybe you should take a closer look. In this podcast, I break down how rents are increasing and what it means for your wallet and the broader economy. You’re spending more and more of your paycheck on rent. But the crazy housing mar...
Jul 21, 2021•20 min•Ep. 7
Send us a text Inflation, buyer’s remorse, fear of missing out. You’re not alone if you feel like the economy is talking to you. I want to talk about how we all have this little voice in our head that talks about economic worries- inflation, debt load, and more. It can be hard to know what will happen next when it feels like everything is changing too quickly for us to keep up. But worry no more because today we are going to talk about these fears one by one and get all your questions answered s...
Jul 14, 2021•27 min•Ep. 3
Send us a text #TruPodcast #Phoenix #Housing #FOMO In this episode, I’m going to break down the realities of the housing market and how it is impacting your wallet. Hi there, my name is Ryan DeMent and today I want to talk about something that’s been on everyone’s mind; FOMO- Fear Of Missing Out. We’re all feeling it when we see prices only go up instead of coming back down but in this episode of the TruPodcast, I’m going to share with you some real facts on how much homes are really costing the...
Jun 30, 2021•18 min•Ep. 2
Send us a text In today’s housing market there is a tremendous amount of pressure on homebuilders, homebuyers, and renters. And if you are starting to fill the financial sting in your wallet you are not alone. It is costing more to build, purchase, and rent homes in today’s housing market. Make sure you do not get FOMO from this housing market! Be different and wait and see how the market plays out since 1. interest rates are going up, which has already cost a homebuyer at least $30,000 in purch...
Apr 14, 2021•10 min•Ep. 1
Send us a text Season 3 Episode 2: Life, Housing, and Coaching Life sure has given me a full plate the last several months. And I too have had challenges getting back to “normal life”. Things are getting better each day, and each day that I choose to move forward is a positive step. The housing market is going crazy right now. I am in Arizona, specifically, Maricopa County and houses here are going for $30,000, $40,000, and even $50,000 over the asking price. THAT IS JUST CRAZY! The price of hom...
Mar 29, 2021•10 min
