Introducing the Rich Habits Podcast — a financial literacy podcast for anyone ready to take back control of their money by implementing new habits.
Join Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz every Monday, Thursday, and Friday as they demystify the financial habits of the rich, share their own mistakes and shortcomings, and lay out the blueprint for you to succeed with money.
Robert is a decamillionaire with 30+ years of business experience and $200M+ of company exits under his belt, while Austin is an entrepreneur in his 20s eager to learn.
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In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share their top three favorite write-offs every side hustler and business owner must know. Specifically, we dive deep into the phone bill, the home office expense, as well as the car. As stated during the show, we're not tax accountants and this is not financial, tax, or legal advice. Also, sorry about being camera off for this episode. My allergic reaction was BRUTAL . Thank you everyone for understanding :) If you hav...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share their top three ways to achieve financing for your real estate investments. We've learned from hosting over 100+ livestreams now on TikTok that most of you want to become real estate investors but are tripped up from the financing. We dive deep into DSCR loans, Self-Employment loans, and 203(k) loans -- all of which can help you become the first real estate investor in your family. If you have a question for next ...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz talk about becoming really, really rich. Specifically, how everyday people can take advantage of proven strategies and opportunities to build wealth and achieve financial freedom without "getting lucky," or winning the lottery. We walk through the strategies of buying cash flowing businesses, building a real estate portfolio, and inventing new products and technologies. This episode is one you're not going to want to mi...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz walk you through how to build a crypto portfolio from scratch, what the debt ceiling headlines mean for you, 401(k) loans, revocable trusts, and how to prioritize your wealth building journey. --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured up to $5M. --- Earn 5.1% APY using a Public HYCA, click h...
In this episode of the Rich Habits podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz shared their three favorite summer side hustles (including how to leverage artificial intelligence to be more productive), as well as answer questions about robo-advisors, our favorite finance books, and how to diversify your investments beyond the traditional 401(k). --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured u...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak & Austin Hankwitz go deep into the essential mindset shifts needed to ensure investors are able to stay disciplined during a recession -- allowing them to build wealth in every economic cycle. --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured up to $5M. --- Earn 5.1% APY using a Public HYCA, click here!...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak & Austin Hankwitz share their perspectives marketing, optimizing, and funding your small business -- as well as answering questions about tax loopholes, making your money work for you while saving for taxes, and selling losing investments. --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured up to $5M. --- Earn 5.1% APY using a Public HY...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak & Austin Hankwitz share their perspectives on Apple's new high-yield savings account, the recent rise of artificial intelligence, high-earner retirement accounts, target date fund beef, and how to house hack with the right tenants. --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured up to $5M. --- Earn 5.1% APY using a Public HYCA, ...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak & Austin Hankwitz share three money hacks every engaged couple should consider doing + Q&A (setting up teens for financial success, getting PMI removed from your monthly mortgage payment, and understanding an investment's cost basis). --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured up to $5M. --- Earn 5.1% APY using a Public HYC...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak & Austin Hankwitz introduce a new episode format -- hot takes followed by question & answer. We'll discuss the new housing rule that seemingly punishes responsible consumers, dissect the Backdoor Roth IRA, debate retirement investing, and finally share our favorite quote. --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured up to $5M...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak & Austin Hankwitz walkthrough three financial mistakes you should actively avoid in your 20s and 30s. It's easy to fall victim to money mistakes considering financial literacy wasn't taught in school. This episode about buying vs. leasing a car, managing credit card debt, and balancing a housing payment is a great guide to consider when correcting the mistakes. --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak & Austin Hankwitz walkthrough how to build an investment portfolio from scratch. Specifically, they share the specific names of tickers they'd build a new stock portfolio around, their real estate investment platform of choice, and alternative asset ideas. --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured up to $5M. --- Earn 5.1% APY ...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share three reasons why people stay poor: analysis paralysis, the lack of financial literacy, as well as the fear of losing money. This is probably one of our most actionable episodes yet, so listen closely! --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured up to $5M. --- Earn 5.1% APY using a Public HYCA, ...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share three ways to make your first investment - specifically as it relates to generating passive income, building a real estate portfolio, and investing toward your retirement. --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured up to $5M. --- Earn 5.1% APY using a Public HYCA, click here!...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share their best advice for those who might feel like building wealth has passed them by — specifically creating your new budget and holistically evaluating where you're at, making the needed changes to your life to begin implementing your new wealth building habits, and the harsh reality of catching up. Don't forget to share this episode with a friend who could use this advice. ——— Be sure to check out Public's new ...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz share three tips as it relates to preparing for a recession: building a realistic budget, polishing up your resume and cover letter, as well as diversifying your income and investments. --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured up to $5M. --- Earn 5.1% APY using a Public HYCA, click here!...
In this episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz debunk three "financial tips" they believe keep people poor: becoming fixated on a primary residence, avoiding debt, and quitting your 9-5 job to pursue a side hustle or passion. --- Be sure to check out Public's new High Yield Cash Account paying 5.1% APY. This is higher than anything else on the market and is FDIC insured up to $5M. --- Earn 5.1% APY using a Public HYCA, click here!...
Austin Hankwitz and Robert Croak explore the journey to becoming a first-generation millionaire, focusing on practical financial strategies. They delve into the power of consistent early investing and compound interest, provide a step-by-step guide to opening a brokerage account, and advocate for index funds. The discussion also covers shifting from a consumer to an owner mindset and leveraging time previously spent on unproductive activities to learn valuable, income-generating skills.
Introducing the Rich Habits Podcast -- a financial literacy podcast for anyone ready to take back control of their money by implementing new habits. Join Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz every Monday as they demystify the financial habits of the rich, share their own mistakes and shortcomings, and lay out the blueprint for you to succeed with money. Robert Croak is a serial entrepreneur with more than $200M in company exits under his belt. As famously known as the guy who founded the $100M compa...