Episodes

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Cole Shephard on the 201st episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Cole shares how the Legacy Group rose to $50 million of assets under management and the investment opportunity for high-net-worth investors in the private company space. In this episode, you’ll learn: The promising opportunities in international impact investing, with a focus on Latin America. How Green Coffee Company is revolutionizing sustainable farming and creating valuable byproducts. Legacy...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Leisa Peterson on the 200th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Leisa shares her journey from a scarcity to an abundance mindset, highlighting the power of mindfulness and investing in oneself. In this episode, you’ll learn: The insights on embracing mindfulness practices for a fulfilling and prosperous life. Understand the impact of self-investment on achieving long-term financial freedom. The benefits of semi-retirement and generating passive income for im...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Chris Giorgi on the 199th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Chris shares how adopting the velocity mindset can lead to successful investing and financial freedom. In this episode, you’ll learn: The unique challenges and opportunities of real estate investing while living abroad. The significance of assembling a trustworthy team for remote investing success. Gain insight on maintaining discipline and patience for long-term real estate investment growth. Un...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Dani Beit-Or on the 198th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Dani shares how he empowers both beginners and seasoned investors to optimize their real estate investment in today’s 2023 market. In this episode, you’ll learn: Most effective strategies for successful real estate investing in the current market How real estate investors mitigate risk in today’s environment The most important factors to consider when investing in real estate The biggest challeng...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Eric McDonald on the 197th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Eric shares the current global economic climate, underlined by an energy crisis, inflation, and market uncertainties, and explores why investors are turning to crypto as a potential safe haven. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why investors are getting exposure to crypto in these uncertain times. Cryptocurrency trading for beginners, and why and how to automatically trade crypto. Lessons for crypto...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Barbara Sloan on the 196th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Barbara shares her tips and knowledge on managing the fluctuating income of the service industry and helps people in the service industry manage their finances better. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Service Industry Professionals are left out of wealth building. How people without access to employer-provided benefits can set up their own benefit systems. Scanning your environment for hazards ...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Kyle Kuderewski on the 195th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Kyle offers a unique look into online business investing through Webstreet. He shares valuable insights about the operators for Webstreet and how their industry expertise helps achieve positive returns. In this episode, you’ll learn: What is WebStreet and how does it work? Types of online businesses offered by WebStreet Why online businesses are a great alternative asset class and how WebStreet...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Leslie Anne Morris on the 194th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Leslie Anne shares her expertise and strategies to motivate others and create a passive income in short-term rentals. In this episode, you’ll learn: Find the Who & Get Started in Real Estate Investing Current Environment in the Smoky Mountain Short-Term Rentals The underwriting metrics of Passive Investing in Short Term Rentals Why are there only 31% of women real estate investors and how c...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Jon Ostenson on the 193rd episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Jon shares his knowledge and thoughts on utilizing a franchise in various ways: as a career choice, a business venture, a part-time endeavor, or a financial investment. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why franchising is often a better path to business ownership vs. startups and acquisitions. The many areas of franchise opportunity outside of food and lodging. The financials of franchising: cost, re...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Justin Moy on the 192nd episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Justin shares his experience and expertise in building wealth through apartment syndications and helping investors invest passively in this sought-after asset class. In this episode, you’ll learn: Tax advantages of investing in real estate Why can't people rely on traditional retirement accounts anymore? Passive ways of investing in real estate The most significant risks in investing in real estate...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Patrick Grimes on the 191st episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Patrick shares how to truly diversify your real estate investments with non-correlated assets, and partner up for effective scaling. In this episode, you’ll learn: Understand the importance of diversifying real estate investments and integrating non-correlated assets for risk reduction. Gain insights into the advantages of forming partnerships in real estate investing to maximize growth. Uncover...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Brad Barrett on the 190th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Brad shares the objective numbers when it comes to achieving financial independence before traditional retirement. In this episode, you’ll learn: What do most people get wrong about money How Money plays on our emotions and investing 2023 Investing Themes How does somebody make their money matter? And so much more! About Brad Barrett: Brad Barrett is a Managing Director and Partner at One Capit...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Alex Olson on the 189th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Alex shares how he was able to help clients identify and close real estate transactions in the Kansas City market through the 1031 exchange process In this episode, you’ll learn: The benefits of 1031 exchanges The importance of education when it comes to 1031 exchanges Current real estate market sediments and what you need to know before investing Why 1031 exchange is less market dependent and its ...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Jonathan New on the 188th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Jonathan shares about accomplishing big goals through teamwork, scaling up from single-family to $100m+ AUM of multi-family, and life balance/stress management. In this episode, you’ll learn: Finding your work-life balance while investing in multi-family Technicalities of Property management, in-house and out How to determine the perfect roles for each team member How to find the right deal for y...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with CJ Calio on the 187th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. CJ shares his journey from residential to commercial properties and the mental and emotional challenges he faced to become a full-time investor. In this episode, you’ll learn: Leveraging your portfolio using the different strategies The importance of mentorship in achieving financial success through real estate The essential in building trust and successful partnerships How to expand comfort zones to...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Kyle Healy on the 186th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Kyle shares his expertise in utilizing various real estate approaches to generate wealth. In this episode, you’ll learn: Knowing your "Why" and how its pivotal to making strong financial decisions Automating your journey to saving and investing Taking daily consistent action to better your life The role of accountability partners in investing And so much more! About Kyle Healy: Kyle Healy created...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Brett Swarts on the 185th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Bret shares his passion about educating high net worth individuals in capital gains tax deferral with a Deferred Sales Trust. In this episode, you’ll learn: •Deferring capital gains tax on the sale of a business or primary home •Escaping hostage to 1031 exchange or rescue a failed 1031 exchange •How to grow CRE Syndication Business using Deferred Sales Trust •Building a tax-deferred wealth plan ...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Andrew Jarrett and Nic Cooper on the 184th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Andrew and Nic share their strategies and expertise on entering the multifamily space. In this episode, you’ll learn: Strategies for sourcing deals The difference between self-management and third-party management. How to find the right business partner The advantages of syndication And much more! About Andrew Jarrett: Andrew Jarrett is a native of Western New York, where he wa...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Michael Elefante on the 183rd episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Michael shares how a short-term rental can help you achieve financial freedom. In this episode, you’ll learn: What is a short term rental Why Airbnb is the travel of the future How much work is entailed with rental arbitrage for Airbnb How Michael got started in Social Media And much more! About Michael Elefante: Michael is a real estate investor, content creator, and entrepreneur. He and h...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with David Bruce on the 182nd episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. David shares some secrets in banking strategy to help you pay off your mortgage fast. In this episode, you’ll learn: What banks are secretly doing to keep you stuck in your mortgage How to pay off your mortgage in 5-7 Years without refinancing, hurting your credit, or paying extra into your existing mortgage. Real estate investing as a personal wealth growth strategy. And much more! About David B...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Sarah Weaver on the 181st episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Sarah shares how she built her real estate portfolio as she traveled the world. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to invest out-of-state Medium-term rentals Being a full-time digital nomad and entrepreneur The advantages of working remotely And much more! About Sarah Weaver: Sarah Weaver is an author, speaker, coach, real estate investor, and business owner. Sarah runs three businesses that se...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Jason Griggs on the 180th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Jason shares how he got his huge success Investing in Short Term Rentals. In this episode, you’ll learn: Airbnbs vs. traditional rentals The problems you'll face, and how to get started investing in Short Term Rentals Different laws surrounding licensing The importance of having good insurance And much more! About Jason Griggs: Jason Griggs moved from New York City to Las Vegas in June 2011, wh...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Brad Warren on the 179th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Brad shares how to build generational and legacy wealth by investing in land. In this episode, you’ll learn: The definition of land banking and how to get started Why investors should consider investing in land The minimum investment, hold period and cost of land banking Land banking’s exit strategy and Return On Investment And so much more! About Brad Warren: Brad Warren was a national and inte...

Join Mike Cavaggioni with Caleb Boxx on the 178th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Caleb shares how one can create passive income by automating their YouTube channel, without ever having to show their face or make a video. In this episode, you’ll learn: How entrepreneurs can use YouTube as supplemental income. How to utilize social media and your following to turn them into your ideal audience What content sells & how to predict changes in YouTube and social media How does Gen-Z ...