Key Highlights The perception vs. reality of athletes going broke. Jeff Locke discusses the inaccuracies in data used in ESPN’s “Broke.” Sam Acho shares his initial shock at learning about athlete financial distress. Zach Miller sheds light on the dramatic income drop post-NFL and its consequences. Discussion on “sudden wealth” and its psychological and social impacts. Practical advice for athletes to manage and sustain wealth responsibly. Quotes "We don’t save people. We serve people." – Riccar...
Sep 23, 2024•12 min•Ep. 30
Money is a tool to pay for the things we want and bless the people we love. NFL players can use their wealth to bless others through giving and sharing. Listen to today’s episode as the AWM NFL team teaches about the importance of giving. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Sep 06, 2024•11 min•Ep. 29
Notorious Big Famously is quoted saying, “Mo money mo problems”. As NFL ultra-wealthy athletes more money usually means more complexity, complexity necessitates having a plan. In this episode, the AWM NFL team discusses the importance of financial planning for your future. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Aug 29, 2024•12 min•Ep. 28
Elite NFL players could create multigenerational wealth. However, making millions of dollars doesn’t equal multigenerational wealth. In this episode, the AWM NFL Team discusses the 4 rules of creating multigenerational wealth: money, knowledge, skill & discipline. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Aug 20, 2024•14 min•Ep. 27
Important to creating multigenerational wealth is choosing the right team. As an NFL player who helps you make decisions? What role should your parents and family play in making your decisions? Sam, Zach, Jeff, and Riccardo speak directly to the athlete and the family in this episode, providing guidance and wisdom. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Aug 14, 2024•12 min•Ep. 26
What guides your investment decisions? As an NFL player, pursuing multi-generational wealth, establishing your priorities is vital to success on and off the field. Listen as the AWM team discusses the importance of values and priorities in the context of being an Athlete CEO. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Aug 06, 2024•14 min•Ep. 25
NFL players have the unique opportunity to become more than just players but also Athlete CEOs. Sitting at the top of their family business they make important decisions about generating and stewarding their talent and wealth. Assembling a team of qualified individuals can be difficult for athletes. In this podcast, the NFL AWM team discusses the importance of being a Pro on and off the field. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Jul 25, 2024•14 min•Ep. 24
NFL players have the unique opportunity to become more than players but Athlete CEO. Sitting at the top of their family business they make important decisions about generating and stewarding their talent and wealth. Assembling a team of qualified individuals can be difficult for athletes. In this podcast, the NFL AWM team discusses the differences between two important parts of your team, Agents and Advisors. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022....
Jul 17, 2024•15 min•Ep. 23
A key component to creating multi-generational wealth is having a plan to pass on your wealth to the next generation. In this episode, the AWM Football team, Sam Acho, Zach Miller, Jeff Locke, and Riccardo Stewart begin discussing the importance of NFL players setting up a Trust and having proper estate planning. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Jul 09, 2024•12 min•Ep. 22
A key component to creating multi-generational wealth is planning to pass on your wealth to the next generation. In this episode, the AWM Football team, Sam Acho, Zach Miller, Jeff Locke, and Riccardo Stewart begin talking about the importance of NFL players setting up a Trust. What is a trust? Who needs a trust? When is the right time to set up a trust? For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Jun 19, 2024•11 min•Ep. 21
What comes with being an NFL player is financial complexity and complexity necessitates clarity. However, the financial industry is as noisy as Wall Street, leaving players confused or unclear about the role and expectations of their Financial Advisor. In this episode, the AWM team attempts to debunk the archaic view of a Financial Advisor’s job as handling investments only. NFL players need Advisors who provide comprehensive services not limited to only investments but much more. For questions,...
Jun 11, 2024•16 min•Ep. 20
In this episode, the AWM Football team, Sam Acho, Zach Miller, Jeff Locke, and Riccardo Stewart share their journeys into becoming Wealth Advisors to NFL Athletes. Listen to hear how their diverse backgrounds and upbringings come together in their pursuit to help NFL players create and sustain healthy, flourishing families. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Jun 04, 2024•18 min•Ep. 19
It is not a secret that NIL has made it possible for college athletes to make money before they get to the NFL. College collectives are paying hundreds of thousands of dollars up to millions of dollars to 18-22-year-olds. However, how prepared are these players to receive this money and make the best decisions? For the first time, student-athletes are Paying taxes, opening bank accounts, establishing credit, making significant purchases etc. In this episode, we discuss the importance of investin...
May 29, 2024•18 min•Ep. 18
It is not a secret that NIL has made it possible for college athletes to make money before they get to the NFL. College collectives are paying hundreds of thousands of dollars up to millions of dollars to 18 to 22-year-olds. However, how prepared are these players to receive this money and make the best decisions? For the first time, student-athletes are Paying taxes, opening bank accounts, establishing credit, making significant purchases, etc. This episode focuses on the #1 destroyer of wealth...
May 21, 2024•17 min•Ep. 17
It is not a secret that NIL has made it possible for college athletes to make money before they get to the NFL. College collectives are paying hundreds of thousands of dollars up to millions of dollars to 18-22-year-olds. However, how prepared are these players to receive this money and make the best decisions? For the first time, student-athletes are Paying taxes, opening bank accounts, establishing credit, making significant purchases etc. This episode focuses on how to choose a bank & bui...
May 15, 2024•18 min•Ep. 16
It is not a secret that NIL has made it possible for college athletes to make money before they get to the NFL. College collectives are paying hundreds of thousands of dollars up to millions of dollars to 18 to 22-year-olds. However, how prepared are these players to receive this money and make the best decisions? For the first time, student-athletes are Paying taxes, opening bank accounts, establishing credit, making significant purchases etc. This episode discusses the importance of choosing t...
May 08, 2024•19 min•Ep. 15
The NFL concluded its 2024 NFL Draft. With 257 drafted rookies plus free agents, many players are joining an NFL franchise for the first time. Many players were prepared for pre-draft training, interviews, The NFL Combine, pro days, etc. However, many players are not prepared for the business and logistics of the NFL. In this episode, we lean on the AWM NFL team's experience to provide wisdom, perspective, and next steps on what will come now that players are drafted. For questions, you can reac...
May 02, 2024•16 min•Ep. 14
There is a game plan for Sunday games and a game plan for creating and sustaining multi-generational wealth. Sudden wealth is a gift but inherently comes with complexity. This episode discusses the 4 uses of money: Taxes, Spending, Sharing and Saving, emphasizing investing. NFL players must have a strategic game plan for using their money to create multi-generational wealth. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Apr 23, 2024•19 min•Ep. 13
There is a game plan for Sunday games and a game plan for creating and sustaining multi-generational wealth. Sudden wealth is a gift but inherently comes with complexity. This episode discusses the 4 uses of money: Taxes, Spending, Sharing and Saving with an emphasis on sharing. NFL players must have a strategic game plan for using their money to create multi-generational wealth. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Apr 17, 2024•16 min•Ep. 12
There is a game plan for Sunday games and a game plan for creating and sustaining multi-generational wealth. Sudden wealth is a gift but inherently comes with complexity. This episode discusses the 4 uses of money: Taxes, Spending, Sharing and Saving with an emphasis on sharing. NFL players must have a strategic game plan for using their money to create multi-generational wealth. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Apr 09, 2024•21 min•Ep. 11
In the same way, there is a game plan for Sunday games and a game plan for creating and sustaining wealth. Sudden wealth is a gift but inherently comes with complexity. This episode discusses the 4 uses of money: Taxes, Spending, Sharing and Saving. NFL players must have a strategic game plan for using their money to create multi-generational wealth. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Apr 02, 2024•19 min•Ep. 10
Many NFL players go from the lowest tax bracket immediately to the highest tax bracket overnight. This sudden wealth is a gift but inherently comes with complexity. Sadly, professional athletes are not given the same playbook as the ultra-wealthy when it comes to the tax game. In this episode, we answer questions about LLC, S-Corp, and some share great strategies to be generous. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Mar 27, 2024•18 min•Ep. 9
Many NFL players go from the lowest tax bracket immediately to the highest tax bracket overnight. This sudden wealth is a gift but inherently comes with complexity. Sadly, professional athletes are not given the same playbook as the ultra-wealthy when it comes to the tax game. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Mar 20, 2024•17 min•Ep. 8
Many NFL players go from the lowest tax bracket immediately to the highest tax bracket overnight. This sudden wealth is a gift but inherently comes with complexity. Sadly, professional athletes are not given the same playbook as the ultra-wealthy when it comes to the tax game. This episode begins to tap into the proper strategies to keep the most money in your pocket. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Mar 12, 2024•18 min•Ep. 7
Playing in the League is not the only way NFL players make money to secure generational wealth. Building and sustaining multi-generational wealth begins with an understanding of Human Capital. An essential component of Human Capital is Social Capital. In this episode, the AWM team debunks the common idea of success by explaining the importance of being a good human and how it positively impacts your future earnings. For questions, you can contact Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022....
Mar 05, 2024•20 min•Ep. 6
Playing in the League is not the only way NFL players make money to secure generational wealth. Building and sustaining multi-generational wealth begins with an understanding of Human Capital. An essential component of Human Capital is your Intellectual Capital. In this episode, the AWM team communicates the importance of NFL players investing in their knowledge, experience, and expertise. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Feb 28, 2024•18 min•Ep. 5
Playing in the League is not the only way NFL players make money to secure generational wealth. Building and sustaining multi-generational wealth begins with an understanding of Human Capital. An essential component of Human Capital is your Physical Capital. In this episode, the AWM team communicates the importance of NFL players investing in their bodies. For questions, you can reach out to Riccardo Stewart at +1 (602) 989-5022.
Feb 20, 2024•16 min•Ep. 4
Playing in the League is not the only way NFL players make money to secure generational wealth. Building and sustaining multi-generational wealth begins with an understanding of Human Capital. This episode starts a mini-series discussing the topic of Human Capital, the skills, knowledge, and experience of an individual that brings value. As Financial Advisors, one former coach and three former NFL players, Sam Acho, Zach Miller, Jeff Locke & Riccardo Stewart, provide financial expertise and ...
Feb 13, 2024•16 min•Ep. 3
Many NFL players are looking for financial advice from experts, yet many experts don't know how to speak the 'language of the people.' AWM NFL podcast hosts have over 20 years of NFL playing experience. Financial Advisors, one former coach, and three former NFL players, Sam Acho, Zach Miller, Jeff Locke & Riccardo Stewart provide financial expertise and wisdom in relatable ways unique to the NFL experience. Join us as we share weekly stories and insights about football and finance. Want insi...
Feb 08, 2024•15 min•Ep. 2
Many NFL players are looking for financial advice from experts, yet many experts don't know how to speak the 'language of the people.' AWM NFL podcast hosts have over 20 years of NFL playing experience. Financial Advisors, one former coach, and three former NFL players, Sam Acho, Zach Miller, Jeff Locke & Riccardo Stewart provide financial expertise and wisdom in relatable ways unique to the NFL experience. Join us as we share weekly stories and insights about football and finance. Want insi...
Jan 30, 2024•17 min•Ep. 1
