From studying tax law at just 14 years old to landing her dream job inside the IRS, Carlotta Thompson seemed destined for a lifelong career in government. But once she stepped behind the curtain as an IRS auditor, she discovered something shocking: countless business owners were leaving hundreds of thousands of dollars on the table in missed deductions — and the system wasn’t built to help them. 

Realizing she was “on the wrong side,” Carlotta walked away from the IRS to pursue a bigger mission: help entrepreneurs pay the least amount of tax legally possible. Today, as the Founder & CEO of Tax Strategists of America, she leads business owners through her signature Pathway to Zero™ program — a proven framework that uncovers hidden deductions, maximizes tax strategy, and empowers owners to keep more of what they earn. 

In this episode, Carlotta reveals the truths she learned inside the IRS, the most common (and costly) mistakes business owners make, and the practical steps entrepr...

Dr. Tanh, PharmD, is a pharmacist turned real estate investor, host of the Wonton Wealth Podcast, and founder of Proton Capital. After earning his Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University of Cincinnati and pursuing a career in cardiology pharmacy, Tanh discovered his true passion—investing and building long-term wealth through real estate. What started with a single duplex in 2018 quickly grew into a thriving portfolio and a deep focus on commercial real estate. As the author of Value Over Volume: The Foundation of Commercial Real Estate Investing, Tanh now empowers others to achieve financial freedom, build meaningful relationships, and reclaim their most valuable asset—time. His journey proves that with education, discipline, and purpose, anyone can create lasting wealth beyond the 9-to-5 grind.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover how resourcefulness can replace capital when starting your investment journey.
• Learn how disciplined saving and partnerships fuel
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Are you ready to buy your first investment property but don’t know where to start? We break down a step-by-step guide for beginner real estate investors to find, analyze, and secure their first rental property. You’ll learn how to define your investing goals, pick the right market, secure financing, and discover deals using MLS, off-market listings, and local networking. We cover essential tips for evaluating properties, performing due diligence, making competitive offers, and setting up your first rental for maximum cash flow and long-term passive income. If you’re interested in house hacking, buy-and-hold rentals, fix-and-flips, or short-term rentals, this episode gives you the roadmap to start building wealth through real estate.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover how to build a solid foundation in real estate investing that makes your first property purchase feel easy and confident.
• Uncover the secrets to pinpointing the perfect investment property that aligns wit...

Bonny Wayman is a real estate investor, asset manager, and multifamily strategist passionate about helping others achieve financial freedom through real estate. With an MBA from the University of Denver and a background in marketing, analytics, and project management, she combines data-driven strategy with hands-on experience to drive strong investment performance.

As the multifamily asset manager for Wild Oak Capital and Aligned Asset Management, Bonny oversees operations across a growing portfolio for others while managing her own portfolio for herself. Serving as both a General Partner (GP) and Limited Partner (LP) in syndications, she’s known for turning big-picture ideas into actionable strategies that maximize returns and build long-term wealth through multifamily investing and real estate syndications.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover how to kickstart your real estate investing journey with confidence and avoid common beginner mistakes.
• Uncover the powerful...

Neil Henderson is a seasoned real estate investor, co-host of the Truly Passive Income Podcast, and General Partner at Nomad Capital. After nearly two decades as a defense contractor, Neil transformed his career by pursuing financial freedom through real estate investing. Starting with a simple house hack in Las Vegas, he’s now helped investors participate in over $75 million in commercial real estate deals and raised more than $17 million in investor equity. As a thought leader in the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement, Neil shares real, actionable strategies for building passive income, achieving financial independence, and creating time freedom through self-storage syndications and other powerful real estate investing models. Neil’s insights will help you take the next step toward truly passive wealth.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover how transitioning to real estate investing can unlock new opportunities and build lasting wealth.

• Learn wh

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Steven Carroll is a former financial planner who has discovered the benefits of real investing and is focused on helping others learn how to "do money better." Through the power of building great relationships with amazing real estate investors and entrepreneurs, Steven has been able to invest in multi-family properties, mobile home parks, motels, short-term rentals, as well as other small businesses. Find out how Steven took the principles he learned as a financial planner, combined them with his obsession for personal finance and all things money, along with his love for entrepreneurship and real estate investment, and is putting it all together to build a life & future he's excited about, and how he wants to help you do the same!

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover how investing in real estate for beginners can set the foundation for long-term financial freedom.
• Uncover hidden benefits of owning multifamily properties and why they could be your smartest investme...

Imagine working helping to grow a tech company from 20 to 1,000 employees, going to New York for the celebration of taking it public, and then getting let go just 2 days after returning from paternity leave with your first child. This is one of Kyle Luetkehans' most difficult challenges that he's turning into his greatest success story. Instead of feeling sorry for himself, he rolled up his sleeves and used this as his opportunity to leap into the life of his dreams! In in just 6 short months after leaving the W2 world behind, they packed up their lives in Florida, turned their current home into a short-term rental, moved to the Midwest, became a partner on an exciting hospitality deal in North Carolina with some amazing business partners, and are set to close on an amazing business opportunity in Alaska with another new business partner. When life hands you these challenges and stresses, Kyle stands at the top of people looking to turn them into amazing opportunities!

In this ep...

Fuquan Bilal’s story is proof that hustle, strategy, and vision can turn obstacles into opportunities. Starting from scratch 25 years ago, Fuquan built his real estate empire during one of the toughest markets in history—the 2008 financial crisis—while others were running for cover. By mastering creative investing strategies, he transformed distressed properties into profitable assets and built a track record that’s raised over $50 million in capital. As Founder of NNG Capital Fund, Fuquan helps accredited investors achieve passive income, financial freedom, and portfolio diversification through Class B multifamily properties and luxury single-family homes.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover how joining masterminds can accelerate your real estate success by connecting you with game-changing insights and support.
• Learn the key steps to smoothly transition into luxury spec homes and unlock higher profit margins on your projects.
• Build streamlined systems and proces...

Cherie Walters & Nicole Juarez are two faith-driven moms growing businesses inside of real estate. Cherie has spent 13 years on the lending side. With a goal to outwork everyone, she specializes in VA loans, loves serving people, and stays committed to her daily routine and personal development. Nicole is an agent with 10 years experience. She navigates meeting the needs of her clients while still being able to be available to pick-up her kids at the end of the day. Together, they form the Twins Realty Team. They discuss their growing businesses, being moms, and working together both inside and outside the office.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover how to build a thriving real estate career without sacrificing your family time.
• Unlock insider tips from top real estate professionals that can fast-track your success.
• Navigate common challenges new real estate agents face and learn how to overcome them smoothly.
• Master key strategies for real estate lending success...

Joel Friedland is a 43+ year real estate investing veteran specializing in single-tenant industrial properties in the Chicago area, with a track record of acquiring 104 buildings valued at over $300 million for more than 300 investors. Known for his ultra-conservative, debt-free syndications and long-term hold strategy, Joel brings a uniquely risk-averse mindset shaped by weathering four economic downturns. Many of his deals involve 1031 exchanges and tenants-in-common structures, making him a go-to expert in tax-efficient industrial investing. With decades of experience and a trove of entertaining stories—from cold-calling sellers to knocking on tenants’ doors—Joel delivers real-world insights that resonate with both new and seasoned investors.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Discover how investing in industrial real estate can provide a steady, low-risk income stream that strengthens your portfolio.
• Learn proven strategies to build a debt-free real estate portfolio th...