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308: Maximize Your Investments: A Comprehensive Guide to Flat Fee IRAs - Adam Bergman

Adam and Mike dive deep into why traditional wealth management models might be draining your long-term returns through compounding 1% AUM fees. They break down the "New 60/40 Portfolio"—a strategy inspired by the legendary Yale Endowment (Swensen model) that shifts 60% of your retirement capital into non-correlated alternative assets like real estate, hard money loans, private equity, and gold, leaving only 40% in traditional equities. You'll learn how IRA Financial completely eliminated stacked broker fees by building an all-in-one platform partnering with Interactive Brokers, allowing you to seamlessly trade traditional stocks, crypto, and physical real estate under a single, low flat fee. They also discuss market concentration risks in the S&P 500, inflation-hedging strategies, and the timeless books that inspire their entrepreneurial mindsets. Get into the link to get instant access (before we take it down!): ➡️⏳ https://TempoFunding.com/endgame 📌 Learn our full investment playbook & connect: https://TempoFunding.com/Connect 🔑 Book your FREE strategy call to apply these conservative principles to your portfolio: https://TempoFunding.com/IRCall Timestamps 0:00 — Introduction to Adam Bergman and IRA Financial 0:42 — How Adam Transitioned from a New York Tax Lawyer to SDIRA Founder 1:44 — The Flat-Fee Advantage: Merging Stocks, Crypto, and Alts into One Platform 3:18 — Zero Commissions via the Interactive Brokers (IBKR) Strategic Partnership 4:49 — Leveraging the Illiquidity Premium for Wealth Compound Returns 5:48 — How a 1% Asset Management Fee Secretly Destroys Lifetime Retirement Value 7:10 — Automating Operations to Eliminate Transaction and Per-Investment Fees 9:09 — Busting Misconceptions: The Truth About Custodian Cash Float Profits 10:35 — Industry Trends: The Massive $1 Trillion Annual Shift from 401(k)s to IRAs 11:51 — The Yale Endowment Model: Flipping the 60/40 Portfolio Blueprint 14:10 — Real Estate vs. Bitcoin: Why Digital Gold Lacks Essential Cash Flow Predictability 16:08 — Combating Inflation via Hard Income-Oriented Private Assets 17:18 — Continuous Education: Adam’s 10th Book & Inspiration from Steve Jobs & Charlie Munger 22:48 — Outro and Connecting with IRAFinancial.com Connect with Adam Bergman Website: 🌐 IRAFinancial.com Email: 📧 abergman@irafinancial.com Socials & Contact Links Facebook: 📘 https://tempofunding.com/facebook Twitter/X: ✖️ https://tempofunding.com/twitter LinkedIn: 💼 https://tempofunding.com/linkedin Instagram: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/tempofunding Email: 📧 mailto:invest@tempofunding.com #SelfDirectedIRA #RealEstateInvesting #AlternativeAssets #RetirementPlanning #WealthBuilding #PassiveIncome #YaleModel #BigMikeFund

23 min
Jul 1

307: The "Renting Dirt" Strategy: Why Investors Love Manufactured Housing Communities - Nasir Ali

Ali breaks down the evolution from the "trailer park" stigma to modern, high-quality manufactured housing communities. You’ll discover how the industry has shifted toward professional management, institutional financing, and a "vertically integrated" supply chain—allowing operators to take 50% occupied communities to 95%+ occupancy by solving the financing hurdles for residents. Big Mike and Ali also tackle the "800-pound gorilla" in the room: rent control. Learn how investors are navigating challenging regulatory landscapes, leveraging specific ordinance language, and finding high-yield opportunities in secondary and tertiary markets. Get into the link to get instant access (before we take it down!): https://TempoFunding.com/endgame Learn our full investment playbook & connect: https://TempoFunding.com/Connect Book your FREE strategy call to apply these conservative principles to your portfolio: https://TempoFunding.com/IRCall Timestamps 0:00 — Introduction to Ali Nasir & The Legacy of Manufactured Housing 1:25 — Manufactured Housing Communities vs. Mobile Home Parks 4:49 — Why Investors Love "Renting Dirt" (The Simplicity Factor) 5:35 — Overcoming the NIMBY Stigma & Municipal Challenges 8:15 — The Vertically Integrated Supply Chain Model 15:13 — Valuing the Home vs. Valuing the Location 19:39 — Rent Control: Can You Beat the 800-Pound Gorilla? 23:17 — Current Cap Rates & ROI Targets in Today’s Market 28:31 — Why This Asset Class Outshines Everything in a Recession Connect with Ali Nasir Email: info@rise360ventures.com Web: rise360ventures.com Socials & Contact Links Facebook: https://tempofunding.com/facebook Twitter/X: https://tempofunding.com/twitter LinkedIn: https://tempofunding.com/linkedin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tempofunding Email: mailto:invest@tempofunding.com *ABOUT US* At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities tailored to meet the needs of busy investors. Our offerings include high depreciation deals, strong income funds for passive investors, and hard money loans. We manage everything from private lending to private equity and consulting. Our commitment to transparent communication, professional administration, and robust partnerships sets us apart. Our investment options span multifamily projects, self-storage, shopping plazas, industrial, hotel conversions, and more. We aim to be your go-to resource for institutional-quality investments that are tax-friendly and IRA-compatible. #ManufacturedHousing #MobileHomeParks #RealEstateInvesting #BigMikeFund #PassiveIncome #AssetProtection #RealEstateDevelopment #RentControl #TempoInvestments #AliNasir

31 min
Jun 24

306: How to Shield Your Wealth Legally Using Wyoming LLCs & Trusts - Mark Pierce

Mark explains Wyoming's powerful asset protection strategies, including single-member LLCs, charging orders, and the unique "Phantom Distribution" tactic that can discourage creditors. He also discusses protecting multi-generational wealth, combining LLCs with Irrevocable Grantor Trusts for tax efficiency, and advanced planning tools such as Management Services Organizations (MSOs) and estate tax strategies. A Private Offer for Big Mike Fund Podcast Listeners - Free consultation with Mark Pierce: wyomingtrustattorney.com/bigmike Get into the link to get instant access: https://TempoFunding.com/endgame Book your FREE strategy call to apply these conservative principles to your portfolio: https://TempoFunding.com/IRCall Timestamps 0:00 - Intro: Welcome Asset Protection Attorney Mark Pierce0:33 - Why Wyoming is the Best Onshore Offshore Trust Jurisdiction1:42 - Legacy Planning vs. Preventing Internal/External Threats2:23 - Corporate Architecture: Wyoming vs. Delaware vs. Nevada2:53 - Single-Member LLC Protections & Charging Order Shields3:48 - The Phantom Income Strategy: Legal Moves Against Creditors5:39 - Inside Wyoming's Sealed Chancery Court & Trust Anonymity7:35 - Attorney & Trustee Immunity From Out-of-State Lawsuits8:16 - Internal Threats: Protecting Wealth from Multi-Generational Divorce10:03 - Fighting Back Against Out-of-State Subpoenas via Uniform Trust Code11:20 - Irrevocable vs. Revocable Trusts: Retaining Beneficial Control12:10 - Real Estate Tax Plays: Preserving the Step-Up Cost Basis13:09 - External Attack Scenarios: Shielding Assets Beyond Insurance Maxima14:49 - Advanced Estate Tax Mitigation ($15M & $30M Exemptions)16:39 - Complexity Add-Ons: Management Services Organizations (MSOs) & Pension Funds17:58 - The Rockefeller Habits: Next-Gen Mentality vs. Raw Wealth20:00 - A Cautionary Tale: The 14,000-Acre Wyoming Ranch Disaster22:15 - Marketing Truths: Appealing to the Emotional Side of Succession22:55 - How to Book a Consultation with Mark Pierce & Final Thoughts Get in Touch with Mark Pierce: Website: WyomingTrustAttorney.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyomingtrustattorney/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-s-pierce/ Substack: https://substack.com/@wyomingtrustattorney YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wyomingtrustattorney TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wyomingtrustattorney

29 min
Jun 17

305: Optimizing Your Real Estate Portfolio with Property Llama - Richard McGirr

In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik welcomes Richard McGirr, a Denver-based entrepreneur, four-time founder, and the visionary behind Property Llama. Richard shares his journey from scaling a software consultancy to becoming a sophisticated real estate investor who realized a massive gap in landlord education: the "messy middle" of portfolio management. STOP! Your free eBook is ready. 🎁🚀 Get into the link to get instant access (before we take it down!): ➡️⏳ https://TempoFunding.com/endgame 📌 Learn our full investment playbook & connect: https://TempoFunding.com/Connect 🔑 Book your FREE strategy call to apply these conservative principles to your portfolio: https://TempoFunding.com/IRCall Timestamps 🎙️ 0:00 - Intro: Mike Zlotnik Welcomes Richard McGirr ⛰️ 0:45 - From Software Consultant to Denver Real Estate Investor 🏗️ 1:30 - The Gap in Landlord Education: What Happens After You Buy? 🦙 5:15 - What is Property Llama? Revolutionizing Portfolio Underwriting 📊 10:40 - Spreadsheets vs. Software: Why Manual Tracking Fails ⚖️ 15:20 - The "Hassle" Factor: The Hidden Costs of Rental Maintenance 📉 22:10 - Trapped Equity: Is Your Portfolio Actually Underperforming? 🌟 28:05 - The Memorable Brand: Why the Name "Property Llama" Sticks 🏁 29:45 - Closing Thoughts: How to Connect with Richard & Property Llama Socials & Contact Links Facebook: 📘 https://tempofunding.com/facebook Twitter/X: ✖️ https://tempofunding.com/twitter LinkedIn: 💼 https://tempofunding.com/linkedin Instagram: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/tempofunding Email: 📧 invest@tempofunding.com *ABOUT US* At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities tailored to meet the needs of busy investors. Our offerings include high depreciation deals, strong income funds for passive investors, and hard money loans. We manage everything from private lending to private equity and consulting. Our commitment to transparent communication, professional administration, and robust partnerships sets us apart. Our investment options span multifamily projects, self-storage, shopping plazas, industrial, hotel conversions, and more. We aim to be your go-to resource for institutional-quality investments that are tax-friendly and IRA-compatible. #MikeZlotnik #RichardMcGirr #PropertyLlama #RealEstateInvesting #PortfolioOptimization #PassiveIncome #LandlordTips #RealEstateSoftware #BigMikeFund #EquityManagement #CashFlow #BestEverCRE #DenverRealEstate #WealthBuilding #REI #PropertyAnalysis

27 min
Jun 10

304: Why Smart Businesses Are Nearshoring to Latin America - Brian Samson

Brian shares his incredible journey of living out of a suitcase for an entire year before settling in Hawaii and navigating the harsh realities of coastal real estate. They unpack why Hawaiian real estate offers wild appreciation but terrible cash flow due to the high cost of living and the state's mandatory General Excise Tax. STOP! Your free eBook is ready. 🎁🚀 Get into the link to get instant access (before we take it down!): ➡️⏳ https://TempoFunding.com/endgame 📌 Learn our full investment playbook & connect: https://TempoFunding.com/Connect 🔑 Book your FREE strategy call to apply these conservative principles to your portfolio: https://TempoFunding.com/IRCall Timestamps 🚀 0:10 — Intro: Meet Brian Samson, Founder of Plug Technologies 🌴 1:29 — Living Out of a Suitcase & Settling in Hawaii 🏢 3:44 — Real Estate in Hawaii: Massive Appreciation vs. Negative Cash Flow 💸 4:44 — How the General Excise Tax Kills Hawaiian Cash Flow 🌎 7:43 — Nearshoring to Latin America: Building Plug Technologies 🤖 10:07 — The Threat of AI: Are Software Engineering Jobs Dead? 👨‍💻 12:00 — Why Big Companies Still Need Humans to QA AI Code 📉 13:58 — The Shocking Drop in Stanford CS Placement Rates 💻 19:07 — Building a 100% Remote Global Workforce ⏰ 24:06 — VAs in Latin America vs. The Philippines: The Time Zone Advantage 🤝 25:59 — How to Connect with Brian Samson Get in touch with Brian Samson: Website: https://plugg.tech LinkedIn: 💼 / briansamson LinkedIn: 💼 https://www.linkedin.com/company/plug..

28 min
Jun 3

303: Why Mobile Home Parks are the #1 Recession-Proof Asset in 2026 - Gabe Petersen

In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, Mike Zlotnik sits down with Gabe Petersen, a former Microsoft project manager turned real estate mogul. Gabe is the founder of Kaizen Properties and the host of the top-ranked podcast, The Real Estate Investing Club. With a portfolio of over 10 commercial properties—including mobile home parks, RV parks, and self-storage—Gabe reveals the systematic approach he used to exit corporate America and achieve true flexibility. We dive deep into his "off-market" acquisition secrets, his unique $500 dealer incentive marketing model, and why he views land-lease assets as the ultimate wealth-builder for 2026. STOP! Your free eBook is ready. 🎁🚀 Get into the link to get instant access (before we take it down!): ➡️⏳ https://TempoFunding.com/ebook 📌 Learn our full investment playbook & connect: https://TempoFunding.com/Connect 🔑 Book your FREE strategy call to apply these conservative principles to your portfolio: https://TempoFunding.com/IRCall Timestamps 🎙️ 0:00 – Intro: Big Mike Welcomes Gabe Petersen 💻 1:15 – The Microsoft Years: Why Corporate America Wasn’t the Goal 🏘️ 5:30 – Why Mobile Home Parks? The Stability of Land-Lease Models 🚐 12:45 – Scaling to 10+ Properties: Diversifying into RV & Storage 📣 18:20 – Off-Market Deals: Cold Calling and Online Maps Mastery 🏗️ 24:10 – The "Pad Prep" Secret: Scaling Occupancy in San Antonio 💵 28:50 – Marketing Gems: The $500 Dealer Incentive Strategy 🛠️ 31:45 – Seller Financing: How to Structure a 20-Year Interest-Only Note 🔗 33:00 – Conclusion: Join The Real Estate Investing Club Socials & Contact Links Connect with Gabe: Website: www.TheRealEstateInvestingClub.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabe-petersen/ Tempo Social and Other Links: Facebook: 📘 https://tempofunding.com/facebook Twitter/X: ✖️ https://tempofunding.com/twitter LinkedIn: 💼 https://tempofunding.com/linkedin Instagram: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/tempofunding Email: 📧 invest@tempofunding.com *ABOUT US* At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities tailored to meet the needs of busy investors. Our offerings include high depreciation deals, strong income funds for passive investors, and hard money loans. We manage everything from private lending to private equity and consulting. Our commitment to transparent communication, professional administration, and robust partnerships sets us apart. #MikeZlotnik #GabePetersen #MobileHomeParks #RVParks #SelfStorage #RealEstateInvesting #PassiveIncome #BigMikeFund #MHPInvesting

37 min
May 27

302: Why Real Estate is the Ultimate Vehicle for Family Freedom - Wayne Courreges III

In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik sits down with Wayne Courreges III, a former Marine, CBRE veteran, and the founder of CREI Partners. Currently based in Central Texas (but joining from the road in an RV!), Wayne provides a "boots-on-the-ground" look at the 2026 real estate landscape. STOP! Your free eBook is ready. 🎁🚀 Get into the link to get instant access (before we take it down!): ➡️⏳ https://TempoFunding.com/special-report 📌 Learn our full investment playbook & connect: https://TempoFunding.com/Connect 🔑 Book your FREE strategy call to apply these conservative principles to your portfolio: https://TempoFunding.com/IRCall Timestamps 🎙️ 0:00 - Intro: Mike Zlotnik Welcomes Wayne Courreges III of CREI Partners. 🚐 1:45 - The RV Experiment: Running a Business While Crossing 48 States. 🎖️ 5:20 - Background: From the Marine Corps to 16 Years at CBRE. 🇺🇸 10:15 - Patriotism & Progress: What 9 Months on the Road Taught Wayne About America. 🏘️ 14:40 - 2026 Multifamily Outlook: Doubling Down on the "Receding Supply Wave." 📉 19:10 - The 30% Discount: Analyzing Real Case Studies in San Antonio. ⚖️ 24:35 - Portfolio Guardrails: DSCR Targets and Why "Two-Base Hits" Win. ⚙️ 29:00 - The Complexity of Operations: Why Value-Add is Harder Than it Looks. 🤝 34:15 - Who Before How: The Importance of Vertical Integration. 🏁 38:00 - Conclusion: How to Connect with Wayne and CREI Partners. Connect with Wayne Courreges: Email: WAYNE@CRElPARTNERS.COM Website: WWW.CRElPARTNERS.COM Socials & Contact Links Facebook: 📘 https://tempofunding.com/facebook Twitter/X: ✖️ https://tempofunding.com/twitter LinkedIn: 💼 https://tempofunding.com/linkedin Instagram: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/tempofunding Email: 📧 invest@tempofunding.com ABOUT US At Tempo Family of Funds & Syndications, we provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities tailored to meet the needs of busy investors. Our offerings include high depreciation deals, strong income funds for passive investors, and hard money loans. We manage everything from private lending to private equity and consulting. Our commitment to transparent communication, professional administration, and robust partnerships sets us apart. Our investment options span multifamily projects, self-storage, shopping plazas, industrial, hotel conversions, and more. We aim to be your go-to resource for institutional-quality investments that are tax-friendly and IRA-compatible. #MikeZlotnik #WayneCourregesIII #CREIPartners #RealEstateInvesting #Multifamily2026 #TexasRealEstate #RVLife #DigitalNomad #MarineVeteran #PassiveIncome #MarketReset #WealthBuilding #BigMikeFund

44 min
May 20

301: How to Capitalize on the 2026 Multifamily Reset - Lon Welsh

In this episode of the Big Mike Fund Podcast, "Big Mike" Zlotnik sits down with Lon Welsh, the founder of Denver-based Ironton Capital, to break down the most significant investment opportunities of 2026. Lon provides a data-driven look at the residential and commercial sectors, explaining why U.S. multifamily prices have corrected by over 20% and what that means for opportunistic buyers today. The conversation then shifts to a powerful income strategy that is completely non-correlated to the real estate or stock markets: Medical Receivables. STOP! Your free eBook is ready. 🎁🚀 Get into the link to get instant access (before we take it down!): ➡️⏳ https://TempoFunding.com/special-report 📌 Learn our full investment playbook & connect: https://TempoFunding.com/Connect 🔑 Book your FREE strategy call to apply these conservative principles to your portfolio: https://TempoFunding.com/IRCall Timestamps 🎙️ 0:00 - Intro: Mike Zlotnik Welcomes Lon Welsh of Ironton Capital. 🏛️ 1:15 - 2026 Market Update: Why Multifamily Prices are Off by 20%. 🌊 3:45 - The Supply Wave Peak: When Will Rent Growth Resume?. 📉 6:20 - Comparing Today’s Market to the 2008 Financial Crisis. ⚖️ 9:50 - The Disbalance: Why Operating Costs are High While Rents Flatline. 🏥 12:40 - Introducing Medical Receivables: A Non-Correlated Income Play. 📈 16:10 - How Personal Injury Claims Generate 11-13% Returns. ⚙️ 20:30 - Factoring vs. Buying: The Mechanics of Claims Management. 💧 24:15 - Liquidity, Dividends, and Reinvestment Options in the MTI Fund. 🏁 28:00 - Conclusion: Paying it Forward and How to Connect with Lon Welsh. Connect with Lon Welsh: Email: marketing@irontoncapital.com Website: www.IrontonCapital.com Facebook: @irontoncapital Youtube: @IrontonCapital Instagram: @lonwelsh Socials & Contact Links Facebook: 📘 https://tempofunding.com/facebook Twitter/X: ✖️ https://tempofunding.com/twitter LinkedIn: 💼 https://tempofunding.com/linkedin Instagram: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/tempofunding Email: 📧 invest@tempofunding.com *ABOUT US* We provide diversified, conservative commercial real estate investment opportunities for passive investors. Our strategies focus on income, tax efficiency, and capital preservation across multifamily, self-storage, retail, industrial, and lending platforms. #MikeZlotnik #LonWelsh #IrontonCapital #RealEstateInvesting #MultifamilyInvesting #MedicalReceivables

32 min

Big Mike Fund podcast

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Mike Zlotnik
Years Active

2021 - 2026
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292
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