Strength in Numbers with Marcus Crigler

Marcus Crigler
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Strength in Numbers with Marcus Crigler is the #1 podcast for real estate entrepreneurs who make good money but struggle with cash flow, tax planning, and building real wealth. If you're tired of living deal to deal, wondering where your money goes, and paying too much in taxes, this show will transform how you manage your real estate business finances.Host Marcus Crigler, CEO of BEC CFO Services, helps real estate investors escape financial stress by implementing proven wealth-building systems, advanced tax strategies, and cash flow management techniques that turn chaotic finances into predictable profit machines.Real estate wholesalers, fix and flip investors, and rental property owners making six or seven figures but still living paycheck to paycheck will discover how to stop constantly chasing the next deal. If you're overwhelmed by bookkeeping, financial management, and paying massive tax bills without knowing how to reduce them legally, you're ready to stop surviving and start building generational wealth.Every episode delivers actionable strategies on real estate tax planning, business cash flow optimization, wealth building for entrepreneurs, and financial systems that create freedom. Learn real estate tax deductions, legal tax avoidance strategies, cash flow forecasting, business budgeting for real estate investors, profit and loss analysis, entity structuring for tax benefits, and wealth building strategies beyond closing deals.Most real estate entrepreneurs focus on deal flow but ignore money flow. They hire accountants who only file taxes instead of providing proactive tax planning. Marcus shows you how to keep more of what you make, reduce your tax burden legally, and create financial systems that work whether you close one deal or ten deals per month.Listen to case studies of real estate investors who've saved $50K+ in taxes annually, built seven-figure net worth, and achieved financial freedom. Learn from entrepreneurs who've transformed their businesses from cash-hungry operations into wealth-generating machines.This isn't just spreadsheets and tax codes. It's about creating a real estate business that supports your lifestyle, reduces financial stress, and builds lasting wealth. Marcus addresses the mindset shifts, business systems, and financial habits that separate successful real estate entrepreneurs from those stuck in survival mode.If you like The BiggerPockets Money Podcast, Money Rahab with Nicole Lapin, The Dave Ramsey Show, or The Rich Dad Radio Show, you'll love Strength in Numbers.Subscribe now and join thousands of real estate professionals who've discovered that true wealth doesn’t come from closing more deals, but from keeping more of what you make. Stop living deal to deal. Start building wealth that lasts.

  1. 17h ago

    Episode 84: The Business Strategy That Kept Us Alive with Jesse Nguyen

    There's no race to being a millionaire. It is a matter of being intentional with your steps, and that intentionality leads you to build more of the life you actually want rather than chasing things that don't really matter. In this episode, Marcus Crigler sits down with real estate entrepreneur Jesse Nguyen. Jesse didn't have the success path that a lot of real estate investors see right off the bat, but he came, struggled, persevered, and now runs a successful hard money business. Listen as they discuss why steady growth beats chasing rapid success, the value of great coaching, and how staying intentional has shaped Jesse's approach to business and investing. Enjoy the show! You'll Learn How To: Build a stronger foundation for long-term business growthAvoid common mistakes that new real estate investors makeKnow when to expand into new opportunitiesGrow your business at a sustainable pace What You'll Learn in This Episode: (02:54) Jesse's wholesale flipping business (04:07) The biggest mistakes that nearly caused his business to fail (05:30) How mentorship, accountability, and paying attention to the numbers helped him (07:55) Business is like playing professional sports (08:31) Slow, steady growth creates a stronger business (09:55) Transition to make the business successful (10:53) Finding coaches who are active business operators (11:55) Building a profitable hard money lending business (14:20) The 80/20 approach explained (18:27) The biggest challenges his business is facing today (21:28) Challenge of affordability in today's market (26:13) Keeping cash in the business to build reserves and long-term stability (27:38) Maintaining healthy cash reserves to survive slower months (28:35) Importance of due diligence in every deal (29:38) Jesse's advice on being patient and intentional (31:02) Connect with Jesse Nguyen Who This Episode Is For: Real estate investors building a wholesale business.Entrepreneurs working through difficult seasons in business.Investors interested in hard money lending.Business owners looking for sustainable, long-term growth. Why You Should Listen: If you're working to build a real estate business that lasts, this episode offers practical lessons you can apply right away. Connect with Jesse Nguyen: Email: jesse@delawarehomebuyers.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HaiIMJesse/ Contact Number: 856-777-6688 Connect with Marcus Crigler: Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler

  2. 3d ago

    Episode 83: How Smart Investors Pivot When the Market Changes with Justin Lovett

    The number one issue Justin Lovett sees right now is that a lot of times people don't really dig into the numbers deeply or underwrite them correctly. In this episode, Marcus Crigler sits down with Dallas-Fort Worth real estate investor Justin to dive into one of the biggest mistakes investors make today by failing to properly underwrite deals. Listen as they discuss how shifting market conditions forced him to rethink his business and the strategies that have helped him stay profitable through changing markets. Enjoy the show! You'll Learn How To: Adapt your real estate businessReduce risk by underwriting deals more accuratelyBuild wealth through real estate What You'll Learn in This Episode: (02:45) What does Justin's business look like? (03:55) The Price Launch Partnership Program (05:39) Why he shifted away from relying solely on fix-and-flips (10:11) Navigating the market that didn't go your way (14:03) Never lose money (14:40) Longevity vs trying to avoid every loss (16:50) The key to getting the deal is to understand the deal (18:02) The two skills Justin believes every successful fix-and-flip investor must master (19:33) His construction experience (20:40) Importance of numbers in construction (23:39) Building wealth through real estate (24:42) Wealth building is using seller financing (27:34) Poor underwriting is still the biggest mistake investors make today Who This Episode Is For: Real estate investors who are navigating a changing marketFix-and-flip investors who are looking to reduce costly mistakesEntrepreneurs who want to build a more resilient real estate business Why You Should Listen: Justin Lovett shares practical lessons from years of experience, explaining why adaptability, disciplined underwriting, and smart decision-making are what keep investors successful over the long run. Connect with Justin Lovett: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-lovett-08074a13/  Connect with Marcus Crigler: Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler

  3. Jul 10

    Episode 82: What Your Accountant Sees That You Don’t

    Many business owners have heard the advice: "Don't take business advice from your accountant." But is that really true? In this episode, Marcus Crigler takes a closer look at that common belief and explains why the right accountant should be more than someone who prepares tax returns. Marcus shares why some of the world's most successful entrepreneurs started their careers in accounting, and why combining financial insight with business vision can be a powerful advantage for real estate investors and business owners alike. You'll Learn How To: Understand why the best accountants go beyond filing tax returnsBuild a stronger relationship with your accountantUse financial data to make better business decisionsFind an advisor who helps you grow What You'll Learn in This Episode: (01:58) Common myth: Don't take business advice from your accountant (03:02) The common criticism that accountants only look at the past (05:02) Should accountants give business advice? (07:13) Successful business leaders who started as accountants (09:53) Why accounting isn't just about math (10:57) The "sixth sense" experienced accountants develop (11:22) The problem of staying silent when problems are obvious (13:25) Accountants not giving business advice is the problem (14:57) The future belongs to accountants who become true business partners Who This Episode Is For: Business owners looking for more than tax preparationAnyone frustrated with an accountantEntrepreneurs who want better financial insightWhy You Should Listen: This episode explains why that perspective matters and why working with an advisor who helps you understand your numbers can make a significant difference in your long-term success. Connect with Marcus Crigler: Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler

  4. Jul 7

    Episode 81: The Missing Step Between Hustling and Financial Freedom with Leon Barnes

    In this episode, Marcus Crigler joins the Collective Genius podcast live from Dallas, Texas, to share the financial principles that separate successful real estate entrepreneurs from those who stay stuck in the hustle cycle. Drawing from years of working with top investors across the country, Marcus explains why building wealth isn't just about doing more deals but about managing your money the right way. He introduces the "Straight Line Wealth Formula" and shares why securing your financial foundation is the step many entrepreneurs skip before trying to scale. You'll Learn How To: Build financial stability before scalingStop confusing revenue with real profitUnderstand the difference between hustling and building wealthFocus on net profit instead of just growing revenue What You'll Learn in This Episode: (02:04) Translating deals into profit (02:24) Financial peace vs. financial freedom (03:47) Why so many people struggle with the basics as an entrepreneur (04:15) Why entrepreneurs overcomplicate business (05:37) Money creates financial peace (06:43) The importance of staying lean (08:13) The Straight Line Wealth Formula (09:02) The missing step between hustling and scaling Who This Episode Is For: Real estate business owners who are looking to scaleEntrepreneurs who are struggling with cash flowBusiness owners who are focused on long-term wealthAnyone who wants to build a financially healthy business Why You Should Listen: If you are ready to move beyond the hustle and build a business that truly supports your life, this conversation is worth listening to. Connect with Marcus Crigler: Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler

  5. Jul 3

    Episode 80: Tax Strategy Series - How Investors are Writing Off Massive 2025 Tax Bills...in 2026! - Part 8

    In this final episode of this tax strategy series, Marcus Crigler and tax partner Kaden Hackney wrap things up by sharing the process they use to help real estate entrepreneurs reduce taxes and build long-term wealth. Listen as they explain why every tax strategy is different, why the right business structure matters, and how smart planning can create better financial decisions. Enjoy the show! You'll Learn How To: Build a tax strategy that fits your businessMaximize tax-saving opportunitiesFocus on wealth-building instead of simply paying less in taxesMake informed financial decisionsWhat You'll Learn in This Episode: (02:15) 2026 is where real tax planning begins (05:30) The three-step tax planning process (06:02) Entrepreneur tax strategies explained (07:19) Paying zero taxes isn't always the goal (11:37) Entity structure comes first in the process of tax-saving strategies (13:31) How technology is improving tax planning (14:16) 70 major tax-saving categories and strategies (16:32) Communication effectiveness tool (18:03) Every tax strategy is unique (20:43) The biggest takeaway from the series Who This Episode Is For: Entrepreneurs who are looking for overlooked tax-saving opportunitiesReal estate owners who are facing high tax billsBusiness owners who want a proactive approach to tax planningWhy You Should Listen: Marcus and Kaden explain how a solid business structure, proactive planning, and informed decision-making can help real estate entrepreneurs keep more of what they earn and build wealth over time. Connect with Marcus Crigler: Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler

  6. Jun 30

    Episode 79: Tax Strategy Series - How Investors are Writing Off Massive 2025 Tax Bills...in 2026! - Part 7

    You can unlock valuable tax savings even if you are building something inside your real estate business, like your own software, AI tools, or internal systems. In the final episode of this tax strategy series, Marcus Crigler is joined by tax partner Kaden Hackney to break down one of the most overlooked opportunities available to real estate entrepreneurs. Listen as they explain what the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit is all about,  how it can apply to innovative real estate businesses, and what kinds of projects may qualify. Enjoy the show! You'll Learn How To: Understand what the R&D Tax Credit isIdentify projects inside your business that may qualifyTrack development time and expenses correctlyTake advantage of recent tax law changesWhat You'll Learn in This Episode: (03:49) What the R&D Tax Credit is (05:31) What type of expense is an R&D type expense (07:34) AI tools, software, and custom systems can create tax opportunities (09:46) How business owners can document their own development time (11:05) Applying this tax strategy in 2026 (12:35) Recent tax law changes that make R&D deductions more valuable (14:00) Final thoughts from the seven-part tax strategy series Who This Episode is For: Real estate investors building custom business systemsHouse flippers using AI or automationBusiness owners creating internal toolsEntrepreneurs looking for overlooked tax-saving opportunitiesWhy You Should Listen: If you are developing software, AI workflows, or proprietary systems inside your business, you may qualify for deductions and tax credits that could significantly reduce your tax bill. This episode explains the basics, highlights recent tax law updates, and helps you understand whether it's worth exploring with your CPA or tax advisor. Connect with Marcus Crigler: Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler

  7. Jun 26

    Episode 78: Tax Strategy Series - How Investors are Writing Off Massive 2025 Tax Bills...in 2026! - Part 6

    In Part 6 of the Tax Strategy Series, Marcus Crigler explains how the choice between cash-basis and accrual-basis accounting can affect when income is recognized and taxed. Listen as Marcus breaks down the differences between cash and accrual accounting in simple terms, explains how coaching revenue is treated under each method, and shares why some business owners may be paying taxes on income before they've fully delivered their services. You'll Learn How To: Understand the difference between cash-basis and accrual-basis accountingRecognize how coaching revenue is taxed under each methodIdentify situations where accrual accounting may lower current-year taxable incomeEvaluate whether changing accounting methods could benefit your businessWhat You'll Learn in This Episode: (03:40) The growing connection between real estate and coaching businesses (05:01) Cash basis vs. accrual basis accounting explained (06:16) How accrual basis accounting works for coaching businesses (07:37) Evaluating what strategy could work for you (08:51) Important limitations before making the switch Who This Episode is For: Real estate investors who offer coaching servicesEntrepreneurs who receive large upfront payments for servicesCoaches interested in improving tax efficiencyWhy You Should Listen: Even if this approach doesn't apply to your business today, understanding the difference between cash and accrual accounting can help you make smarter financial decisions in the future. Connect with Marcus Crigler: Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler

  8. Jun 23

    Episode 77: Tax Strategy Series - How Investors are Writing Off Massive 2025 Tax Bills...in 2026! - Part 5

    Most investors assume that once the tax year is over, there’s nothing left they can do to reduce their tax bill. In this episode of Marcus Crigler's Tax Strategy Series, he shares another powerful tax strategy that can help real estate investors uncover deductions they may have missed. Marcus breaks down the often-overlooked "263A adjustment" and explains how certain holding costs may be deducted now rather than waiting until a property is sold. Listen and enjoy the show! You'll Learn How To: Understand what a 263A adjustment isIdentify holding costs that may qualify for immediate deductionsReduce taxable income even after the tax year has endedFind overlooked deductions hiding on your balance sheetWhat You'll Learn in This Episode: (02:00) How to reduce your taxable income (03:42) What a 263A adjustment actually means (05:44) The holding costs many investors miss (06:47) Who qualifies for this tax strategy (07:50) A real-life example that saved $20,000 in taxes (09:41) Tax savings can fuel future growth (10:45) The investors who should pay attention to this strategy Who This Episode Is For: Rehabber and developer holding inventory propertiesInvestors who are looking to reduce tax liabilitiesEntrepreneurs who want better cash flow and tax planningWhy You Should Listen: This episode highlights a strategy that could uncover thousands of dollars in missed deductions and help reduce your tax burden. Connect with Marcus Crigler: Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler

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Strength in Numbers with Marcus Crigler is the #1 podcast for real estate entrepreneurs who make good money but struggle with cash flow, tax planning, and building real wealth. If you're tired of living deal to deal, wondering where your money goes, and paying too much in taxes, this show will transform how you manage your real estate business finances.Host Marcus Crigler, CEO of BEC CFO Services, helps real estate investors escape financial stress by implementing proven wealth-building systems, advanced tax strategies, and cash flow management techniques that turn chaotic finances into predictable profit machines.Real estate wholesalers, fix and flip investors, and rental property owners making six or seven figures but still living paycheck to paycheck will discover how to stop constantly chasing the next deal. If you're overwhelmed by bookkeeping, financial management, and paying massive tax bills without knowing how to reduce them legally, you're ready to stop surviving and start building generational wealth.Every episode delivers actionable strategies on real estate tax planning, business cash flow optimization, wealth building for entrepreneurs, and financial systems that create freedom. Learn real estate tax deductions, legal tax avoidance strategies, cash flow forecasting, business budgeting for real estate investors, profit and loss analysis, entity structuring for tax benefits, and wealth building strategies beyond closing deals.Most real estate entrepreneurs focus on deal flow but ignore money flow. They hire accountants who only file taxes instead of providing proactive tax planning. Marcus shows you how to keep more of what you make, reduce your tax burden legally, and create financial systems that work whether you close one deal or ten deals per month.Listen to case studies of real estate investors who've saved $50K+ in taxes annually, built seven-figure net worth, and achieved financial freedom. Learn from entrepreneurs who've transformed their businesses from cash-hungry operations into wealth-generating machines.This isn't just spreadsheets and tax codes. It's about creating a real estate business that supports your lifestyle, reduces financial stress, and builds lasting wealth. Marcus addresses the mindset shifts, business systems, and financial habits that separate successful real estate entrepreneurs from those stuck in survival mode.If you like The BiggerPockets Money Podcast, Money Rahab with Nicole Lapin, The Dave Ramsey Show, or The Rich Dad Radio Show, you'll love Strength in Numbers.Subscribe now and join thousands of real estate professionals who've discovered that true wealth doesn’t come from closing more deals, but from keeping more of what you make. Stop living deal to deal. Start building wealth that lasts.

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