Episodes

  • The Seven Deadly Sins of The Investment World, and How You can Avoid Them!!
    Jun 25 2025

    James goes into detail about the many ways the investment world tries to rip people like YOU, off. James covers things like: high fees, fear selling, many hands in the pot, and just plain BAD advice. Plus more! Tune in if you want to learn the ways to avoid them or how you can help someone you know to avoid falling into the same traps.


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    51 mins
  • Market Updates, Why Interest Rates Won’t Budge, and the Power of Patience"
    Jun 20 2025

    James goes over Market news for the week and focuses on topics like- Israel-Iran conflict, Interest rates, and Warren Buffett's take on patience in the market!

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    19 mins
  • Market News, Stocks to Watch, and the Surprising Truth About War and Wall Street
    Jun 14 2025

    James goes over Stable coins, wars and stocks, market news and everyone’s favorite- stocks to watch! You’ll learn about the company Circle Internet Group, why diversification is for the average investor and not the diligent investor, and lastly, what stocks James and Co. are watching!

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    21 mins
  • The 5 Habits of Successful Investors
    Jun 12 2025

    Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, we talk about the habits of successful investors. Higher earners often fall into "lifestyle inflation" where they never feel they can get ahead. Implement these habits to successfully build your wealth, regardless of your tax bracket!

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    18 mins
  • Don vs Elon, AI Chip Bubble, and, The Fiscal Debt vs National Debt!
    Jun 7 2025

    James Walters, CRPC, delivers the market news for the week diving into how PLTR has hit new highs, how Chip makers are seeing an increased demand for their chips, and how there can't be a bubble for AI when the business is so good even companies are faking it! Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery! James also covers the feud between President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk and why the US debt isn't that big of deal but spending could be!

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    15 mins
  • What Type of Real Estate Investor Are YOU? Your Status Could be Costing You Thousands.
    Jun 4 2025

    Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, we talk about whether you are a passive real estate investor, a "Real Estate Professional," or in operation of a trade or business involving real estate. Each of these designations come with tax deductions and strategies, so understanding them can help save you thousands on your tax bill!

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    18 mins
  • I'm Fired Up and YOU Should be Too: Stop Losing Money Because of Bad Advice
    May 27 2025

    Brandon West, CPA walks you through various tax planning strategies to help you keep more of your hard-earned money. Today, we get really honest about your money! Are you sure you're working with the right people to handle your investments? Learn how to start getting better financial knowledge and avoid industry pitfalls!

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    37 mins
  • Market News, Tariffier Keeps Tariffing, And, Does your Portfolio Have a Caitlin Clark?
    May 23 2025

    James discusses the current market news and dives deep into short interest- A very powerful tool to see if all the hate for a company is the real deal or just word salad from someone on CNBC. Also, James discusses how desigining a portfolio is a lot like being the captian on the playground having to pick teams- Sometimes it is the short chubby guy who is the best player, but you just can't tell until you see him in action. Similarly, it is the boring company that earns you the most return. You won't know until the game begins.


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    24 mins