Episodes

  • Brad Hamblen: Building Generational Wealth Through Real Estate

    Brad Hamblen: Building Generational Wealth Through Real Estate
    May 21 2025
    Is real estate still the smartest path to building lasting wealth and legacy — even in a high-rate, low-inventory market? Find out why now might be the most critical time to act. In this episode of Legacy Leaders, guest host Josh Meyer sits down with Brad Hamblen, Branch Manager at Citywide Mortgage and Real Estate Investor. Together, they explore how homeownership and real estate investing build financial security and generational wealth, sharing valuable insights and practical tips for listeners. Brad draws from his extensive experience to discuss navigating high interest rates, low housing inventory, and creative financing solutions, offering actionable advice for first-time homebuyers, investors, and anyone serious about building their legacy. This episode is a must-listen for young professionals, families, and aspiring real estate investors, providing both knowledge and tools to navigate this important subject. Key Takeaways: ● 🏠 Start Early with Real Estate: Buying your first home or investment property early dramatically impacts your long-term wealth and security. ● 💡 Affordability vs. Pre-Approval: Understand the critical difference — just because you qualify for a certain amount doesn't mean it's financially wise to spend it all. ● 📈 Creative Strategies for High Rates: Solutions like temporary rate buy-downs can help buyers manage payments and enter the market confidently. ● 🎖️ VA Loan Opportunities: Veterans have access to incredible benefits that many aren't fully utilizing — Brad explains how to maximize them. ● 🛠️ House Hacking and Legacy Planning: Real estate strategies like house hacking can lay the groundwork for a strong, enduring financial legacy for future generations. Quotes from Brad Hamblen: ● "Pre-approval is not the same thing as affordability — you have to know what you’re really comfortable with paying every month." ● "They're not building any more $200,000 starter homes. If you can buy one, do it now." ● "Building generational wealth means creating options and freedom — and real estate is one of the best vehicles to do that." 🔗 Conclusion: Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a veteran, or a future real estate investor, this conversation with Brad Hamblen gives you practical advice and inspiration to take action today and build a legacy that lasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • Gary Heldt: Mastering Your Finances: The Key to Long-Term Success

    Gary Heldt: Mastering Your Finances: The Key to Long-Term Success
    May 21 2025
    💼 Are you building your business without a forward-looking tax strategy? You might be leaving thousands on the table. This episode is your wake-up call. In this episode of Legacy Leaders, Stan and Katie Beth sit down with Gary Helt, CPA, Certified Tax Coach, and owner of Small Business Advisors. Together, they explore the powerful difference between tax preparation and tax planning, sharing valuable insights and practical strategies to help small business owners lower their tax burden and build smarter, more sustainable financial futures. Gary draws from his extensive experience to discuss the risks of reactive tax filing, the rise of misleading online financial advice, and proven techniques for legally reducing taxes. This episode is a must-listen for business owners, entrepreneurs, and high-income professionals, providing both the mindset and tools to take control of your financial story. 🎯 Key Takeaways: ● 📊 Tax Planning ≠ Tax Preparation: Most CPAs are historians, not strategists. True value comes from forward-thinking planning—not just form filing. ● 🏠 Use the Augusta Rule: Rent your home to your business for up to 14 days and receive tax-free income—a simple strategy often overlooked. ● 💰 Stack Your Strategies: Layering multiple tax strategies (like defined benefit plans) can drastically reduce your tax bracket—sometimes from 37% to 24%. ● 📉 IRS Audit Trends: Schedule C and E filers are facing more scrutiny, especially as the IRS relies on newer, less experienced agents. ● 🚫 Beware of TikTok Tax Advice: Misleading or outright illegal financial advice is everywhere online. Know who you’re listening to—and verify everything. 🗣️ Quotes from Gary Helt: ● "There’s a big difference between tax preparation and tax planning—preparation looks backward, planning looks forward." ● "The IRS has more money, more time, and more power than you do—you have to play smart, not just aggressive." ● "Just because you got it for free on social media doesn’t mean it won’t cost you everything in the end." 🔗 Conclusion: Don’t wait until year-end to think about taxes. Strategic planning now could save you more than you realize. Listen in and start planning forward—not backward. Want more from Gary? Find him on LinkedIn or visit SBAdvisors.cc. Also, check out his podcast: Grow Your Business and Grow Your Wealth for more expert insights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Dave Goetz and Melissa Parks: Preserving Family Legacies Through Stories: The Power of Connection and Healing

    Dave Goetz and Melissa Parks: Preserving Family Legacies Through Stories: The Power of Connection and Healing
    May 14 2025
    Have you ever wondered how families can preserve their legacy, values, and business success across generations? This episode will inspire you to think about the stories that shape who we are — and why it's critical to capture them now. In this episode of Legacy Leaders, Stan and Katie Beth sit down with Dave Goetz and Melissa Parks, co-founders of Journey 66 and experts in creative consulting for families and businesses. Together, they explore the power of storytelling in preserving family legacies and strengthening multi-generational businesses, sharing valuable insights and practical tips for listeners. Dave and Melissa draw from their extensive experience to discuss how capturing and interpreting family stories can build connection, preserve values, and even strengthen business continuity, offering actionable advice for business owners, family leaders, and legacy planners. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who cares about preserving their family's history, values, and impact for future generations, providing both knowledge and tools to navigate this important subject. Key Takeaways: ● 📝 The Power of Storytelling: Capturing family stories isn't just sentimental — it's strategic for preserving values and business continuity. ● 🎥 Flexible Legacy Projects: From books to documentaries to digital anthologies, there are creative ways to capture and share a family's story based on their unique needs and resources. ● 🛠️ Customizable Processes: Journey 66 offers flexible options, from full-service projects to coaching families on DIY storytelling efforts. ● 🧠 Discovery Before Delivery: A thorough discovery phase ensures that families identify their key messages and choose the right storytelling medium. ● 💬 Stories Heal and Connect: Honest, even vulnerable storytelling can open up communication, heal old wounds, and forge strong connections across generations. Quotes from Dave Goetz and Melissa Parks: ● "Stories have the power to connect family members that have been disconnected." ● "Every family has multiple stories they could tell — the key is to choose the right narrative arc for the moment." ● "The values families want to pass on are often born out of real-life struggles and pivotal moments — and without capturing those stories, those values can be lost." 🔗 Conclusion: Family stories aren’t just history — they’re the foundation for future generations. Capturing them thoughtfully can keep families strong, values alive, and businesses thriving for decades to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • Dr. Alise Cortez: Empowering Purpose: Unveiling Soulful Leadership

    Dr. Alise Cortez: Empowering Purpose: Unveiling Soulful Leadership
    May 7 2025
    Are you building a workplace that people are drawn to — one where passion and purpose fuel success? Discover how purpose-driven leadership can transform your business and your team culture in this powerful episode. In this episode of Legacy Leaders, Stan and Katie Beth sit down with Dr. Alise Cortez, Chief Ignition Officer at Gusto Now and expert in human capital, meaning, and purpose-driven leadership. Together, they explore how activating purpose within organizations can dramatically increase engagement, retention, and profitability, sharing valuable insights and practical tips for listeners. Dr. Cortez draws from her extensive experience to discuss how to uncover organizational purpose, align employees' personal purpose with company values, and build "destination workplaces", offering actionable advice for business owners, financial advisors, attorneys, and leaders who want to create thriving, people-centered organizations. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to deepen team loyalty, increase business performance, and leave a lasting legacy through leadership. Key Takeaways: 🔥 Discovering Organizational Purpose: Learn why identifying and articulating your organization's purpose is the critical first step to igniting employee engagement. 🌟 Aligning Personal and Company Purpose: Find out how encouraging employees to connect their personal values to the company’s mission transforms commitment and passion. 🏆 Purpose-Driven Performance: See how companies with authentic purpose outperform competitors — sometimes by a factor of 15 to 1! 📈 Building a Destination Workplace: Explore proven strategies for creating a workplace that attracts, retains, and inspires top talent. ✨ Real-World Success Stories: Hear examples of businesses that used purpose activation to achieve massive growth, resilience, and even successful acquisition. Quotes from Dr. Alise Cortez: "Every organization has a purpose, but you have to articulate it — and you have to enroll your people in it." "It takes two and a quarter satisfied employees to equal the productivity of one inspired employee." "Purpose is not just a feel-good idea — it's a powerful business strategy that drives profitability, loyalty, and growth." 🔗 Conclusion: Embedding purpose into your organization isn’t just good for culture — it’s a strategic move that fuels performance, retention, and long-term success. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with Dr. Alise Cortez! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Greg Schenk: Mastering Tenant Representation: A Legacy of Resilience and Success

    Greg Schenk: Mastering Tenant Representation: A Legacy of Resilience and Success
    May 1 2025
    Gregory P. Schenk is President of The Schenk Company, Inc., Central Ohio’s premier tenant advisory firm. With 38 years of experience, Greg specializes in site selection, investment property, and win-win negotiation strategies. A sought-after national speaker, he has educated professionals across industries—realtors, attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors—for over 25 years. Greg is a published author (Tenant Rep A to Z), a seasoned property investor, and a recognized industry leader. His accolades include the Commercial Real Estate Hall of Fame, Micro Entrepreneur of the Year, CB University’s Presentation Excellence Award, and Business First’s “40 Under 40.” Listen to this informative Legacy Leaders episode with Greg Schenk about the value of tenant representation in commercial real estate, the importance of early lease negotiations, key lease clauses that can impact tenants, misconceptions in leasing and purchasing processes, and the impact of COVID-19 on real estate markets. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: ● Greg emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with a mastermind group or think tank for mutual growth and support. ● Through his Lease Review Service, Greg helps clients navigate disadvantageous lease clauses, particularly focusing on clauses like notification periods and holdover clauses that can heavily favor landlords. ● Greg's success and growth, both personally and professionally, have been driven by his willingness to face challenges and step out of his comfort zone. Encouraging others to do the same, he teaches about risk tolerance, strategy development, and the importance of having an exit strategy in real estate investments. Connect with Greg: Website: https://schenkcompany.com Training: https://schenkcompany.com/schenktraining/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregschenk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theschenkcompany/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theschenkcompany/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@schenkseminars X: https://x.com/tenantrep1 With your Guest Host: Josh Meyer Josh is a dedicated father, husband, and entrepreneur with 16 years of experience in financial services. He is passionate about helping individuals and families envision, design, and move towards their true legacy. Through his work with business and family leaders, Josh focuses on creating balance and alignment, empowering clients to be effective both at home and in their business by living out their legacy vision. Josh's dedication to legacy planning was shaped by life-changing experiences, including a near-fatal accident and a prolonged battle with cancer, which gave him a profound appreciation for the value of time and purpose. A qualifying member of the Million Dollar Round Table, "The Premier Association of Financial Professionals," Josh brings expertise and credibility to his mission. Connect with Josh: Website: www.yourpeaklegacy.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/JoshSmeyer IG: @peaklegacypartners FB: https://wwwhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556805146972facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556805146972 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins
  • Guy Varble: Unlocking Real Estate Wealth: A Deep Dive into Self-Storage Investing

    Guy Varble: Unlocking Real Estate Wealth: A Deep Dive into Self-Storage Investing
    Apr 30 2025
    What if the most stable investment opportunity wasn’t found in stocks or multifamily housing—but in self-storage? In this episode of Legacy Leaders, Stan and Katie Beth sit down with Guy Varble, co-founder of the Momentum Wealth Fund and expert in self-storage investing. Together, they explore why self-storage is one of the most risk-mitigated and scalable real estate asset classes, sharing valuable insights and practical tips for listeners. Guy draws from his extensive background in economics, banking, and real estate to discuss market trends, investment structures, and the surprising behavioral patterns of storage users, offering actionable advice for real estate investors, financial professionals, and anyone exploring passive income opportunities. This episode is a must-listen for investors seeking stable returns and smart diversification strategies, providing both knowledge and tools to navigate this often-overlooked sector. Key Takeaways: ● 🧠 Self-Storage Fundamentals: Learn why self-storage performs well in both economic downturns and booms. ● 🏗️ Building vs. Buying: Understand the differences between acquiring older facilities and developing new, Class A properties. ● 📍 Location, Location, Location: Discover how saturation is measured by hyper-local factors, not national averages. ● 📊 Investor-First Structures: Explore how customizable fund models and investor-aligned returns are central to Momentum’s approach. ● 💸 Tax Efficiency: Get a crash course on how cost segregation and accelerated depreciation can benefit investors. Quotes from Guy Varble: ● "When things go bad, self-storage gets stronger. When things go great, self-storage still thrives." ● "We want to double your money in five years—that’s our simple benchmark." ● "If you're not factoring in risk-adjusted returns, you're just throwing darts and hoping it sticks." 🔗 Conclusion: Self-storage is more than a place to stash stuff—it’s a strategic, recession-resistant investment opportunity. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just exploring real estate, this episode offers valuable direction on building wealth with intention. Connect with Guy: Website: https://www.momentumwealth.fund/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-varble-65422832/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MomentumWealthFund X: https://x.com/GuyVarble Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guyvarble/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guy.varble Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Lauren Williams: Empathy, Expertise, and Empowerment: A Journey in Financial Planning

    Lauren Williams: Empathy, Expertise, and Empowerment: A Journey in Financial Planning
    Apr 23 2025
    Lauren Williams, co-founder of Prosper Plan, has a unique perspective on financial planning shaped by her early exposure to economics through her mother's career in the oil industry in Houston. Her passion for organizing and managing money began in her youth, leading her to shift from an initial path in special education to a career in finance, starting at Wachovia Securities. As a military wife and divorcee, Lauren developed a holistic approach to financial planning that emphasizes empathy and flexibility, helping clients navigate life's transitions with understanding. She advocates for the human side of financial advising, believing that building trust and connection, rather than relying solely on AI, is crucial during emotional and financial transitions Listen to this informative Legacy Leaders episode with Lauren Williams about her holistic approach emphasizing empathy, global philanthropy, and the importance of human connection in advising clients through emotional and financial transitions. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: ● Be of service and find a niche: Specialize in a particular area, such as focusing on specific professions like doctors and nurses, and do it out of passion to protect your future in the financial planning career. ● Building trust and relationships: Prioritize building trust with current clients to encourage referrals and take time to get to know potential clients on a personal level during initial meetings to create a connection and bond. ● Utilize life experiences: Every personal experience, including financial and emotional transitions, can be valuable in helping clients navigate their own challenges. By sharing knowledge and guiding individuals through life events, financial advisors can offer meaningful support and lead them towards a more prosperous future. Connect with Lauren: Website: https://www.prosperplan.com/ With your Hosts: Stan Miller Stan Miller is the CEO of Pinnacle Legacy Law, an estate planning firm in Arkansas. He is passionate about helping families with customized estate planning solutions. Stan is known for his exceptional listening skills and ability to explain complex concepts in simple terms. He was an early pioneer of Living Trust planning in Arkansas and has established over 5,000 Living Trusts, safeguarding assets worth more than $4.5 billion. Stan is also a national leader in Estate Planning, having co-founded WealthCounsel and ElderCounsel, prominent organizations providing education and software for attorneys in the field. His latest book, "Your American Legacy: Powerful Strategies That Instill Lasting Values for Generations," became an International bestseller in April. Connect with Stan Miller: Websites: https://pinnaclelegacylaw.com/ , https://www.americanlegacynetwork.com/aln-home1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stan-miller-b0783741/ Katie Beth Hand Katie is the Legacy Director of Pinnacle Legacy Law, and She is training leaders, protecting families, preserving wealth, and building legacies that last for generations. Connect with Katie Beth Hand: Website: https://pinnaclelegacylaw.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-beth-hand/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Darby Walsh: From Marine Corps to Business Owner: Building a Legacy

    Darby Walsh: From Marine Corps to Business Owner: Building a Legacy
    Apr 17 2025
    Darby, a former Marine Corps infantryman, views his military experience as a pivotal chapter in his life, imparting invaluable lessons in endurance, discipline, and perseverance. He attributes his resilience to the rigorous challenges he faced during his service, from enduring harsh environments to the emotional trials of missing significant family moments, such as his daughter's birth. Inspired by his family's rich military heritage, Darby sees these experiences as integral to his personal and professional growth, shaping his post-military endeavors in the manufacturing sector and eventually leading him to establish his own company, Delta Business Strategies. Listen to this informative Legacy Leaders episode with Darby Walsh about efficient delegation in business operations and the value of trusting employees to follow well-documented processes for growth. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: ● Darby emphasizes the importance of family legacy, highlighting that it's not just about material wealth but also about values and experiences passed down through generations. ● As a father of three boys, Darby discusses the challenge of balancing discipline and fun in parenting. ● Darby's journey from the military to executive roles in the manufacturing and service industries, and eventually to starting his own business, highlights his resilience, adaptability, and drive for growth. Connect with Darby: Website: https://deltabusinessstrategies.com/our-efforts LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darby-walsh-4b795353/ With your Guest Host: Josh Meyer Josh is a dedicated father, husband, and entrepreneur with 16 years of experience in financial services. He is passionate about helping individuals and families envision, design, and move towards their true legacy. Through his work with business and family leaders, Josh focuses on creating balance and alignment, empowering clients to be effective both at home and in their business by living out their legacy vision. Connect with Josh: Website: www.yourpeaklegacy.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/JoshSmeyer IG: @peaklegacypartners FB: https://wwwhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556805146972facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556805146972 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
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