From Adversity to Abundance

Jamie Bateman
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Welcome to "From Adversity to Abundance," the go-to podcast for real estate entrepreneurs seeking not just to thrive, but to conquer with resilience and mental sharpness. Each week, join us as we dive into the compelling world of real estate through the lens of mental fitness, where challenges transform into opportunities. Our show brings you riveting, interview-based stories from seasoned professionals and inspiring newcomers alike, each sharing their unique journey from struggle to success in the competitive arena of real estate. Whether you're a small business owner, a budding investor, or simply intrigued by the nexus of mental wellness and business acumen, this podcast promises not only to enlighten but also entertain. "From Adversity to Abundance" is more than just stories; it's a toolkit for the mind. Our guests deliver not only inspiration but also practical advice that you can apply directly to your endeavors. Learn how to handle stress, overcome obstacles, and maintain peak mental fitness to ensure your business isn't just surviving, but flourishing. Tune in to transform the way you think about real estate and entrepreneurship. Elevate your mindset, enhance your strategies, and begin your journey from adversity to abundance. Join us and turn your real estate aspirations into achievements, all while fostering a healthier, more resilient entrepreneurial spirit.

  1. From Bankruptcy to Abundance: Nate Hare on Self-Directed IRAs, Winning the Tax Game, and Owning Your Financial Future

    1d ago

    From Bankruptcy to Abundance: Nate Hare on Self-Directed IRAs, Winning the Tax Game, and Owning Your Financial Future

    In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Nate Hare, Vice President at Directed IRA, who knows firsthand what it means to lose it all and rebuild. In 2007–2008, Nate lost all 17 of his rental properties and was forced to file for bankruptcy — and if that wasn't enough, he simultaneously lost his job in the mortgage industry. Two crushing blows at once. But rather than staying down, Nate used that painful chapter as a launchpad to discover one of the most underutilized wealth-building tools available to everyday investors: the self-directed IRA. Today, Nate travels the country educating real estate investors on how to use self-directed accounts to invest in rental properties, mortgage notes, note funds, private lending, and beyond. Most people don't even know this product exists — and that's exactly the gap Nate has made it his mission to close. This episode is packed with real client stories, hard-learned lessons, and a breakdown of the six account types Directed IRA manages — all designed to help you better understand your options and take true ownership of your financial future. Guest Introduction: Nate Hare Nate Hare is Vice President at Directed IRA and a passionate advocate for self-directed retirement account investing. After losing 17 rental properties and filing for bankruptcy during the 2008 financial crisis, Nate discovered the power of self-directed IRAs in 2012 and never looked back. With over 15 years in the industry, he now speaks at real estate investor associations and events across the country, helping investors understand how to grow wealth tax-free through alternative investments.  Episode Highlights: From $500K in Rental Income to Bankruptcy: Nate shares his raw story of losing 17 Las Vegas rentals and his mortgage job simultaneously during the 2008 crash — and how it reshaped everything he knew about investing.The Self-Directed IRA Unpacked: Nate breaks down what a self-directed IRA actually is, why most financial advisors won't tell you about it, and how it allows you to invest retirement dollars into real estate, notes, and private lending — tax-free.The Six Account Types: Nate gives a clear breakdown of the six self-directed account types Directed IRA manages — from traditional and Roth IRAs to HSAs and Coverdell ESAs — and how each one can work for different financial goals.Key Takeaways: Losing everything can be the catalyst that leads you to smarter, more intentional investing — Nate's bankruptcy ultimately led him to a wealth strategy he now teaches nationwide.Most people have never heard of self-directed IRAs because the financial advisory industry has little incentive to promote them — educating yourself is the first step.Buying real estate or lending money inside a retirement account eliminates the tax drag that quietly erodes wealth for most investors over time.Connect with Nate Hare & Directed IRA:  Website: directedira.com  Instagram: @natehareofficicial Are you an accredited passive investor? Learn more about the Integrity Income Fund: https://labradorlending.com/investors/passive-investors/ Purchase The From Adversity to Abundance Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGTWJY1D?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Leave us a REVIEW: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-adversity-to-abundance/id1618672867?mt=2&ls=1 https://www.adversity2abundance.com/reviews/new/ Connect with us: Website: https://www.adversity2abundance.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/labradorlending/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labradorlendingllc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/labrador-lending/?viewAsMember=true YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChYrpCUlqFYLy4HngRrmU9Q Connect with Jamie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-bateman-5359a811/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/batemanjames

    58 min
  2. Buying the Debt, Not the Property: Jamie Bateman on Mortgage Note Investing, Asset Management, and Private Lending

    Jun 2

    Buying the Debt, Not the Property: Jamie Bateman on Mortgage Note Investing, Asset Management, and Private Lending

    In this special crossover episode, Jamie Bateman — host of the From Adversity to Abundance Podcast and fund manager at Labrador Lending — steps to the other side of the mic as a featured guest on the Real Estate Pros Show with host Michelle Tack. Jamie pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to build and operate a mortgage note investing business, from sourcing deals and raising capital to the day-to-day realities of asset management. Jamie shares candid stories from the field, including borrower situations that took unexpected turns and deals that tested his problem-solving skills. Whether you're new to the concept of note investing or looking to deepen your understanding of this niche, this episode gives you an honest and grounded look at what it means to operate at the intersection of real estate and finance. Episode Highlights: Note Investing Unpacked: Jamie breaks down what mortgage note investing actually is — stepping into the shoes of the bank, buying existing debt, and managing the paper rather than the property.The Realities of Asset Management: From active foreclosures to bankruptcy cases, Jamie reveals just how hands-on running a note portfolio can really be.When Deals Go Sideways: Jamie shares real case studies, including a borrower who passed away mid-bankruptcy and a hard money loan gone wrong — and how he navigated both.Originating vs. Buying Notes: Jamie discusses his pivot toward originating more loans and why bridging the gap between note originators and note buyers is a major opportunity.Key Takeaways: Projections are a starting point, not a guarantee — every note has a story and rarely plays out exactly as planned.Buying correctly gives you options; even when things go wrong, a well-purchased note leaves room to recover.The human element in owner-occupied note investing is real — people skills matter just as much as financial acumen.Intentional networking, not just social media presence, is what drives deal flow and capital in the note space.Are you an accredited passive investor? Learn more about the Integrity Income Fund: https://labradorlending.com/investors/passive-investors/ Purchase The From Adversity to Abundance Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGTWJY1D?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Leave us a REVIEW: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-adversity-to-abundance/id1618672867?mt=2&ls=1 https://www.adversity2abundance.com/reviews/new/ Connect with us: Website: https://www.adversity2abundance.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/labradorlending/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labradorlendingllc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/labrador-lending/?viewAsMember=true YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChYrpCUlqFYLy4HngRrmU9Q Connect with Jamie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-bateman-5359a811/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/batemanjames

    26 min
  3. Turning Lending Into Leverage: Will Harvey on Hard Money Funds and Building a Scalable Income Machine

    May 19

    Turning Lending Into Leverage: Will Harvey on Hard Money Funds and Building a Scalable Income Machine

    In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Will Harvey of Harvey Capital for a practical, in-depth conversation on private lending, hard money, and what it really takes to run a real estate fund. Will shares his journey from working in the mortgage business to flipping houses—and ultimately finding his niche in private lending and fund management. As he prepares to launch his first 506C fund, Will breaks down how these structures work, why he chose to focus on lending, and how his strategy compares to Jamie’s approach in the note investing space. But this episode goes beyond strategy. Will opens up about a painful $70,000 loss on a deal that didn’t go as planned, unpacking the critical mistakes and lessons that reshaped how he evaluates risk and opportunity. From discipline in deal selection to building scalable systems and raising capital, this conversation is packed with real-world insights for both active and passive investors looking to navigate the lending and fund space more effectively. Guest Introduction: Will Harvey Will Harvey is a real estate investor and founder of Harvey Capital, a hard money lending business based in Virginia. After starting his career in the mortgage industry in 2015, Will transitioned into house flipping and eventually private lending, where he now focuses on running funds and deploying capital through short-term real estate loans. He is currently preparing to launch his first 506C fund, designed to provide passive investment opportunities while scaling his lending operations. Episode Highlights: The Shift to Private Lending – Why Will moved from flipping houses to focusing on hard money lending and fund management.Launching a 506C Fund – How Will is structuring his new fund and key differences compared to other lending funds.A Costly $70K Mistake – The deal that went wrong and the hard lessons learned about discipline and risk.Scaling a Lending Business – Building systems, raising capital, and positioning a fund as a bond alternative.Key Takeaways: Hard money lending can provide consistent opportunities, but success depends on disciplined underwriting and deal selection.Fund structures like 506C can offer scalability, but require clarity in strategy and investor communication.Losses often come from stepping outside your proven model—staying within your expertise is critical.Building a successful fund is as much about operations, systems, and capital raising as it is about finding deals. Learn More about Will Harvey: Website: harvey-capital.com Twitter: x.com/wharvey1993 Learn More about Labrador Lending: Integrity Income Fund: labradorlending.com/passive-investors/ Labrador Mentorship: labradorlending.com/active-investors/ Asset Management Service: labradorlending.com/hybrid-investors/ — Purchase Jamie’s Book: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGTWJY1D?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 — Leave us a REVIEW: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-adversity-to-abundance/id1618672867?mt=2&ls=1 www.adversity2abundance.com/reviews/new/ Connect with us Website: www.adversity2abundance.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/labradorlending/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/labradorlendingllc/ LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/labrador-lending/?viewAsMember=true Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UChYrpCUlqFYLy4HngRrmU9Q Connect with Jamie LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-bateman-5359a811/ Twitter: twitter.com/batemanjames

    58 min
  4. From Divorce and Financial Rock Bottom to CEO of Self-Directed IRA Powerhouse with Kaaren Hall

    May 5

    From Divorce and Financial Rock Bottom to CEO of Self-Directed IRA Powerhouse with Kaaren Hall

    In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Kaaren Hall, Founder and CEO of UDirect IRA Services, to unpack an incredible journey that began in the depths of the 2008–2009 financial crisis. From being a single mother navigating divorce and job loss to building a company that now oversees more than $1.3 billion in assets, Kaaren’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and long-term vision. What started with just $2,000 and a small office setup grew into one of the most recognized self-directed IRA custodial services in the country. Along the way, Kaaren faced major personal and professional challenges—including regulatory scrutiny and an FBI investigation—before ultimately being fully cleared and continuing to scale UDirect into a trusted platform for alternative retirement investing. Guest Introduction: Kaaren HallKaaren Hall is the Founder and CEO of UDirect IRA Services, a self-directed IRA custodian she launched in 2009 during the Great Recession. Starting from extremely humble beginnings as a recently divorced mother with limited resources, she built the company into a leading platform in the self-directed retirement space, now servicing over $1.3 billion in assets. She is also an author of The BiggerPockets Guide to Self-Directed IRA Investing and an active educator in the alternative investing space, helping investors understand how retirement funds can be used for real estate, mortgage notes, and other non-traditional assets. Episode HighlightsFrom Crisis to Founding UDirect IRA Services – How Kaaren launched her company during the 2008–2009 financial crisis with only $2,000 and a strong belief in the opportunity within self-directed IRAs.Personal Rock Bottom to Business Breakthrough – Navigating divorce, job loss, and financial instability while building the foundation for her entrepreneurial journey.Regulatory Scrutiny and FBI Investigation – The challenges of being investigated after client-related fraud cases and how she was ultimately fully exonerated.Making Self-Directed IRAs Accessible – Breaking down how IRA custodians work, what investors can (and can’t) do, and how UDirect supports alternative investing strategies like real estate and mortgage notes.Key TakeawaysMajor financial and personal setbacks can become the foundation for long-term entrepreneurial success when paired with resilience and execution.Self-directed IRAs open the door for alternative investments like real estate and mortgage notes, but require proper structure and compliance.Even experienced operators can face regulatory scrutiny—having strong processes and integrity is critical for long-term trust.Education is still a major gap in the retirement investing space, creating opportunities for investors willing to learn and act. Learn More about Kaaren Hall: Website: https://udirectira.com/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/kaaren.hall LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaarenhall/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ladybossgritgrowthgenerosity/ Learn More about Labrador Lending: Integrity Income Fund: labradorlending.com/passive-investors/ Labrador Mentorship: labradorlending.com/active-investors/ Asset Management Service: labradorlending.com/hybrid-investors/ — Purchase Jamie’s Book: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGTWJY1D?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 — Leave us a REVIEW: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-adversity-to-abundance/id1618672867?mt=2&ls=1 www.adversity2abundance.com/reviews/new/ Connect with us Website: www.adversity2abundance.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/labradorlending/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/labradorlendingllc/ LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/labrador-lending/?viewAsMember=true Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UChYrpCUlqFYLy4HngRrmU9Q Connect with Jamie LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-bateman-5359a811/ Twitter: twitter.com/batemanjames

    53 min
  5. Why Focus and Relationships Beat Opportunity: Matt Stevens on Real Estate Failure and Franchising Success

    Apr 21

    Why Focus and Relationships Beat Opportunity: Matt Stevens on Real Estate Failure and Franchising Success

    In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Matt Stevens, known as “the franchise guy,” for a candid conversation about business, real estate, and the realities behind both. Matt shares his early entrepreneurial success—building a painting franchise to 5,000 hours in just three months—before opening up about his much tougher experience in real estate, where fires, insurance issues, and other setbacks led to roughly $50,000 in losses. This episode offers a grounded perspective that challenges the idea of any “perfect” investment strategy. After stepping away from real estate, Matt refocused on his franchise consulting business, where clarity and focus led to massive growth—ultimately increasing his revenue sixfold. He breaks down his relationship-first approach to helping clients find the right franchise opportunities, along with practical insights on financial requirements, time commitments, and what makes a strong candidate. The conversation also explores industries poised for growth, particularly service-based and healthcare sectors, making this episode both a reality check and a forward-looking guide for investors and entrepreneurs. Guest Introduction: Matt Stevens Matt Stevens, known as “the franchise guy,” is a franchise consultant and business strategist who helps individuals identify and invest in franchise opportunities aligned with their goals. With decades of experience across industries, he focuses on relationship-driven guidance, helping clients make informed, strategic decisions about business ownership. Episode Highlights: Real Estate Reality Check – Matt shares how he lost around $50K due to fires, insurance issues, and property challengesEarly Entrepreneurial Success – Growing a painting franchise to 5,000 hours in just three monthsThe Power of Focus – How cutting distractions led to a 6x increase in revenueFranchising as a Path – How Matt helps clients find the right business opportunitiesRelationship-Driven Business – Why Matt prioritizes people over transactions Key Takeaways: No investment strategy is foolproof—real estate comes with real risksEarly success doesn’t guarantee long-term wins without the right systems and protectionsFocus and simplification can dramatically accelerate business growthFranchising can be a viable path, but requires alignment with financial and lifestyle goalsStrong relationships and honest conversations drive better long-term outcomesLearn More about Matt Stevens: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamthefranchiseguy/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/heisthefranchiseguy/ Website:https://heisthefranchiseguy.com/ Learn More about Labrador Lending: Integrity Income Fund: labradorlending.com/passive-investors/ Labrador Mentorship: labradorlending.com/active-investors/ Asset Management Service: labradorlending.com/hybrid-investors/ — Purchase Jamie’s Book: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGTWJY1D?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 — Leave us a REVIEW: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-adversity-to-abundance/id1618672867?mt=2&ls=1 www.adversity2abundance.com/reviews/new/ Connect with us Website: www.adversity2abundance.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/labradorlending/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/labradorlendingllc/ LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/labrador-lending/?viewAsMember=true Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UChYrpCUlqFYLy4HngRrmU9Q Connect with Jamie LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-bateman-5359a811/ Twitter: twitter.com/batemanjames

    53 min
  6. Why Real Estate Sucks: Dr. Adam Link on Losing $800K, Breaking the Wealth Myth, and Rethinking Investing

    Apr 7

    Why Real Estate Sucks: Dr. Adam Link on Losing $800K, Breaking the Wealth Myth, and Rethinking Investing

    In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Dr. Adam Link, certified financial planner and founder of Fireweed Capital, for a candid conversation about the realities of investing and building wealth. Adam shares his journey from post-2008 financial adversity to becoming a multimillionaire, including high-profile career roles at Coinbase and multiple entrepreneurial ventures. He dives into his personal investment challenges, having lost over $800,000 across various real estate deals—including syndications and fraud—offering hard-earned lessons for navigating risk and operational pitfalls in real estate. Beyond real estate, Adam discusses the importance of identifying your investor avatar, understanding risk capacity versus risk tolerance, and aligning investments with personal financial goals. The episode also explores career pivots, salary negotiation strategies, and how leveraging both hands-on experience and professional expertise can support long-term wealth. With insights on AI in finance and practical guidance for tech professionals seeking wealth growth, this conversation blends inspiration with actionable advice for any investor looking to avoid costly mistakes and think critically about their financial journey. Guest Introduction: Dr. Adam Link Dr. Adam Link is a certified financial planner and founder of Fireweed Capital. With experience in tech, finance, and entrepreneurship—including a key role at Coinbase—Adam has navigated both significant financial wins and losses. He is the author of Why Real Estate Sucks, sharing lessons learned from his $800,000 in investment setbacks, and works closely with clients, particularly tech professionals, to grow and manage wealth strategically. Episode Highlights: From Adversity to Abundance – Dr. Adam Link shares his journey from post-2008 financial struggles to becoming a multimillionaire financial planner and founder of Fireweed Capital.High-Stakes Real Estate Lessons – He recounts losing $50,000 to fraud and $600,000 in a multifamily syndication, offering practical takeaways on due diligence and risk.Investor Avatar & Philosophy – Adam explains the importance of aligning investments with personal risk capacity versus risk tolerance, especially for tech professionals.Career & Wealth Insights – Discussion of career pivots, negotiation strategies, and how AI and hands-on portfolio management play into long-term wealth building.Key Takeaways: Losses and setbacks are part of investing; learning from them is critical to long-term success.Choosing reliable partners and understanding operational risks is essential in real estate syndications.Identifying your investor avatar before choosing asset classes ensures strategy aligns with personal goals and risk capacity.Career moves, negotiation skills, and leveraging professional expertise complement investment strategies for building lasting wealth. Learn More about Adam Link: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamlink/ Website: https://fireweedcapital.com/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fireweedcapital/ Learn More about Labrador Lending: Integrity Income Fund: labradorlending.com/passive-investors/ Labrador Mentorship: labradorlending.com/active-investors/ Asset Management Service: labradorlending.com/hybrid-investors/ — Purchase Jamie’s Book: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGTWJY1D?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 — Leave us a REVIEW: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-adversity-to-abundance/id1618672867?mt=2&ls=1 www.adversity2abundance.com/reviews/new/ Connect with us Website: www.adversity2abundance.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/labradorlending/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/labradorlendingllc/ LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/labrador-lending/?viewAsMember=true Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UChYrpCUlqFYLy4HngRrmU9Q Connect with Jamie LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-bateman-5359a811/ Twitter: twitter.com/batemanjames

    54 min
  7. Know Yourself First: Jamie Bateman on Discovering Your Investor Avatar

    Mar 3

    Know Yourself First: Jamie Bateman on Discovering Your Investor Avatar

    In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman shares a presentation from the 8th Annual Cash Flow Expo, where he breaks down one of the most overlooked steps in real estate investing: identifying your investor avatar. Too often, investors jump straight into mortgage note investing, rental properties, or passive deals without first asking a critical question—what type of investor am I? Skipping this step can lead to frustration, misaligned strategies, and unnecessary risk. Drawing from his experience at Labrador Lending, Jamie outlines the three primary investor avatars they serve and explains how to determine which approach best fits your goals, risk tolerance, time availability, and desire for control. Whether you focus on notes, rentals, commercial real estate, or passive income opportunities, the principles in this episode will help you align your strategy with who you are—so you can make clearer, wiser investment decisions. Guest Introduction: Jamie Bateman Jamie Bateman is a mortgage note investor, fund manager, and founder of Labrador Lending. He is also the host of From Adversity to Abundance, where he helps real estate investors build mental fitness and make informed investment decisions. Through his work with both active and passive investors, Jamie focuses on helping individuals align their investment strategy with their goals, resources, and risk tolerance. Episode Highlights: • The Cash Flow Expo Presentation – Jamie shares insights from his talk at the 8th Annual Cash Flow Expo. • Why Most Investors Skip This Step – The dangers of jumping into deals without first identifying your investor avatar. • The Three Investor Avatars – A breakdown of the core investor types Labrador Lending serves. • Aligning Strategy with Personality – How time, risk tolerance, capital, and control preferences impact your investment approach. • Active vs. Passive Investing – When each path makes sense—and when it doesn’t. • Avoiding Misalignment – How self-awareness can prevent costly investing mistakes. Key Takeaways: • Not every investment strategy is right for every investor. • Identifying your investor avatar creates clarity and confidence. • Self-awareness is a competitive advantage in real estate investing. • Active and passive strategies both work—but only if aligned with your goals and resources. • The best investment strategy is the one that fits you, not what’s trending. Learn More about Labrador Lending: Integrity Income Fund: labradorlending.com/passive-investors/ Labrador Mentorship: labradorlending.com/active-investors/ Asset Management Service: labradorlending.com/hybrid-investors/ — Purchase Jamie’s Book: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGTWJY1D?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 — Leave us a REVIEW: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-adversity-to-abundance/id1618672867?mt=2&ls=1 www.adversity2abundance.com/reviews/new/ Connect with us Website: www.adversity2abundance.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/labradorlending/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/labradorlendingllc/ LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/labrador-lending/?viewAsMember=true Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UChYrpCUlqFYLy4HngRrmU9Q Connect with Jamie LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-bateman-5359a811/ Twitter: twitter.com/batemanjames

    44 min
  8. Burned by Financial “Experts”: Robert Rolih on Financial Independence and Ownership

    Feb 17

    Burned by Financial “Experts”: Robert Rolih on Financial Independence and Ownership

    In this episode of From Adversity to Abundance, host Jamie Bateman sits down with Robert Rolih, an international bestselling author, financial educator, and entrepreneur living in Slovenia. This conversation takes a different turn than many past episodes, focusing on financial ownership, personal responsibility, and the hard lessons that come from trusting the wrong “experts.” Robert shares how growing up without much money shaped his drive to build a web development and software business from a young age, finally becoming profitable after five years of persistence. That success, however, was followed by a major setback. After reinvesting nearly all of his business profits with financial experts and gurus, Robert suffered significant losses — forcing a powerful mindset shift. In this episode, he breaks down the three key steps he took to educate himself on investing, how he rebuilt and grew his portfolio, and what he learned along the way. The discussion spans stocks, crypto, and real estate, while also calling out Wall Street and guru culture. Today, Robert runs a lifestyle-focused business that allows him to work flexibly, travel with his family, and experience a level of financial abundance that didn’t feel possible before. Guest Introduction: Robert Rolih Robert Rolih is an international bestselling author, financial educator, and entrepreneur based in Slovenia. After building and selling software and web-based businesses, Robert experienced major financial setbacks by relying on financial experts and gurus. That turning point led him to take full ownership of his investing education, rebuild his portfolio, and design a lifestyle-centered business that prioritizes freedom, flexibility, and financial abundance. Episode Highlights: Growing Up Without Money – Robert shares how his early financial background shaped his mindset.Building a Business from Scratch – Five years of persistence before finally becoming profitable.Costly Lessons with “Experts” – What Robert learned from trusting financial gurus.Taking Ownership of Investing – The mindset shift that changed everything.Three Steps to Financial Education – How Robert re-educated himself and rebuilt his portfolio.Rejecting Wall Street & Guru Culture – Why Robert is skeptical of traditional financial systems.Designing a Lifestyle Business – Creating flexibility, freedom, and family time through smarter investing.Key Takeaways: Outsourcing financial responsibility can be costly if you don’t understand what you’re investing in.Taking ownership of your financial education is critical to long-term success.Financial setbacks can become turning points when paired with the right mindset.You don’t need gurus or Wall Street to build financial abundance — education and accountability matter most.A lifestyle-driven approach to investing can create both freedom and fulfillment.Learn More about Robert Rolih: Website: robertrolih.com Twitter: x.com/RobertRolih Instagram: www.instagram.com/robertrolih/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/robert.rolih Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/RobertRolih LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robert-rolih-685a6893/ Learn More about Labrador Lending: Integrity Income Fund: labradorlending.com/passive-investors/ Labrador Mentorship: labradorlending.com/active-investors/ Asset Management Service: labradorlending.com/hybrid-investors/ — Purchase Jamie’s Book: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CGTWJY1D?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 — Leave us a REVIEW: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-adversity-to-abundance/id1618672867?mt=2&ls=1 www.adversity2abundance.com/reviews/new/ Connect with us Website: www.adversity2abundance.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/labradorlending/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/labradorlendingllc/ LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/company/labrador-lending/?viewAsMember=true Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UChYrpCUlqFYLy4HngRrmU9Q Connect with Jamie LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-bateman-5359a811/ Twitter: twitter.com/batemanjames

    47 min
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Welcome to "From Adversity to Abundance," the go-to podcast for real estate entrepreneurs seeking not just to thrive, but to conquer with resilience and mental sharpness. Each week, join us as we dive into the compelling world of real estate through the lens of mental fitness, where challenges transform into opportunities. Our show brings you riveting, interview-based stories from seasoned professionals and inspiring newcomers alike, each sharing their unique journey from struggle to success in the competitive arena of real estate. Whether you're a small business owner, a budding investor, or simply intrigued by the nexus of mental wellness and business acumen, this podcast promises not only to enlighten but also entertain. "From Adversity to Abundance" is more than just stories; it's a toolkit for the mind. Our guests deliver not only inspiration but also practical advice that you can apply directly to your endeavors. Learn how to handle stress, overcome obstacles, and maintain peak mental fitness to ensure your business isn't just surviving, but flourishing. Tune in to transform the way you think about real estate and entrepreneurship. Elevate your mindset, enhance your strategies, and begin your journey from adversity to abundance. Join us and turn your real estate aspirations into achievements, all while fostering a healthier, more resilient entrepreneurial spirit.

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  • Creator
    Jamie Bateman
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    188
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2022 All rights reserved.
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    From Adversity to Abundance

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