Episodes
317. Exploring Sustainable Coffee Ventures with Robby Kuster
Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Robby Kuster from Green Coffee Company, discusses the company's evolution from a small startup with three farms in Colombia to a major player in the coffee industry, known for its ...
316. The Power of Passion and Persistence with Dan Daly
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Dan Daly, who shares his remarkable journey from a janitorial union job to becoming a successful automotive dealership manager and later a real estate investor focusing on European markets. Dan talks about how he identified opportunities i…
315. Creating Wealth Through Franchises and Beyond with Cliff Nonnenm…
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Cliff Nonnenmacher, an experienced entrepreneur and franchise consultant, shares his entrepreneurial journey, which spans various industries from raking golf balls as a child to managing multiple franchise brands. Cliff shares insights on …
314. Transforming Lead Generation into Franchise Empire with Alex Fil…
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Alex Filipuk shares about his journey from Belarus to becoming the founder of Ideal Siding, the largest siding franchise in the United States and Canada. Alex shares his experiences of moving across countries, starting his business from sc…
313. Community, Mentorship, and Real Estate with Axel Meierhoefer
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Dr. Axel Meierhoefer shares his remarkable journey from serving in the German Air Force to becoming a successful real estate investor and mentor. He discusses his transition to the United States through an exchange program with the US Air …
312. Navigating the Trading World with Kevin Steuer
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Kevin Steuer, a seasoned investor with a passion for technical analysis and modern AI. Kevin shares his journey from early investing influenced by his grandmother, through various investment strategies, to ultimately purchasing and revampi…
311. Building a Hard Asset Empire with Ben Reinberg
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Ben Reinberg, a seasoned commercial real estate investor with over 32 years of experience, shares the story of his career, discussing the various niches within commercial real estate, with a particular focus on medical office spaces. He ta…
310. Harnessing Athletic Mindset in Real Estate with Athena Brownson
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Athena Brownson, a real estate professional who transitioned from a career as a professional skier, shares her incredible life story, starting from growing up in a ski-centric family in Breckenridge, Colorado, to becoming a professional sk…
309. Maximizing Real Estate Savings with Colton Pace
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Colton Pace, shares his journey from growing up on a ranch in Dallas, Texas to founding Ownwell, a startup aimed at reducing home ownership costs. Colton discusses how Ownwell helps homeowners and real estate investors save on property tax…
308. Building a Successful Real Estate Portfolio with George Otel
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest George Otel, an immigrant and business owner who transitioned from owning a trucking company to founding US Business Funding, shares his journey from truck driving to real estate investing and focuses on the significance of building a stro…
307. Mastering Market Volatility with Larry Kriesmer and Bernard Suro…
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Larry Kriesmer and Bernard Surovsky discuss their innovative approach to investment management. They delve into their investment strategy, which evolved from their experiences during market downturns in the late 1990s and 2008, leading to …
306. The Future of AIand Investing With Mike Ivancie
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Mike Ivany to discuss his diverse background in law, marketing, finance, and investment. Mike Ivany shares his journey from working at Homeland Security to starting a law practice, diving into marketing, and ultimately working in finance a…
305. Finding Your Buy Box: Effective Strategies for New Investors wit…
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Chad Ackerman about his remarkable journey from a corporate HR professional to a successful real estate syndicator and business coach. Chad shares his personal story, detailing how he transitioned from his W2 job and navigated the challeng…
304. Invest Early, Invest Often with Brian Truman
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Brian Truman, a seasoned professional with an intriguing career trajectory. From starting as a sports broadcaster, transitioning to a 22-year-long career in government contracting, to owning the largest business brokerage in Nashville, Bri…
303. The Power of Tax Resolution with Carlos Samaniego
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Carlos Samaniego, discusses his transformative journey from a young EMT making financial mistakes to becoming a tax debt consultant. Carlos recounts how bad advice led him to claim excessive tax exemptions, resulting in a significant IRS d…
302. Mastering Business Success Through Process Documentation with Ad…
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Adi Klevit, an expert in process documentation and optimization, shares her journey from industrial engineering to founding her own business. She delves into the importance of documenting business processes, offering a step-by-step guide o…
301. Franchising Myths and Realities: Expert Advice From Jon Ostenson
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Jon Ostenson discusses the benefits and intricacies of non-food franchise opportunities, touching on Jon's journey from the corporate world to launching Fran Bridge Consulting. Jon shares insights into why non-food franchises can be more s…
300. The Future of Cost Segregation and Real Estate Investing with Gi…
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Gian Pazzia an expert in tax and accounting for real estate. They discuss Gian's background, from his family's humble beginnings in Italy to his current role helping businesses and real estate owners find tax savings through cost segregati…
299. Proactive Planning: Ensuring a Legacy of Love with Sara Ecklein
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Sarah Ecklein, a private fiduciary from the Bay Area, California. Sarah shares insights into her profession, the importance of estate planning, and her journey from aspiring hospice nurse to fiduciary. She discusses the complexities of tru…
298. Decoding the Enneagram: Money and Personality with Douglas Lynam
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Doug Lynam, a former Benedictine monk turned financial advisor and author, shares his unique life story, detailing his upbringing in an affluent family with financial struggles, joining the Marine Corps, and eventually spending 20 years in…
297. Harnessing Real Estate for Family and Fortune with Ken Gee
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Ken Gee, founder and managing partner of KRI Partners, shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Toledo, Ohio, working as a CPA and commercial lender, to becoming a successful real estate investor. Ken discusses his transition from a…
296. Investing Wisdom and AI Insights with Richard Wilson
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Richard Wilson, founder of the Family Office Club, shares insights on building an investor club and integrating AI tools to optimize investment processes. He details his journey into finance, starting businesses from a young age, and devel…
295. Retirement Planning: Discovering Reverse Mortgages with Kevin Gu…
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Kevin Guttman, a seasoned reverse mortgage professional. Kevin shares his journey from managing his father's rental properties at a young age to entering the mortgage industry in 2004. He discusses the evolution of reverse mortgages, highl…
294. From Cash to Franchise: Financial Pathways with James Hilovsky
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest James Hilovsky, CEO of the Fran Dream, shares about his journey from spending over 20 years in corporate America to becoming a successful entrepreneur. James shares ...