Ep. 75 - Revolutionizing Financial Education with Wesley Belden

Wesley Belden is a financial expert who has helped over 30,000 people improve their financial status through investing, managing over $1 billion. He founded Raise Financial and Scholar Raise, assisting people in navigating the economic landscape. Wesley's diverse economics, sociology, and anthropology knowledge provides unique insights into how the world works. He's a sought-after speaker, simplifying complex ideas and analyzing hot topics. Wesley's insights have helped many achieve financial security and better understand the world. If you want to learn more about raising your net worth, check to Raise!

In this episode, Wesley discusses his platform Raise, and how it helps Americans overcome investing obstacles, including saving for college with a 529 plan. The conversation delves into college education's high cost and the importance of planning and investing in children's futures. The benefits of 529 plans are discussed, including tax-free growth and flexible use. Wesley's company offers a high-yield savings account and a stock market investment product. The conversation explores new investment models like the "stack" and using the stock market as collateral. Wesley also shares personal details, including his healthy habits, love for boxing and surfing, and the importance of masculinity in nurturing future generations.

[00:00 - 15:30] Financial Future for Everyday Americans

·       Wesley Belden is introduced to the show.

·       Wesley is a FinTech Innovator and investing specialist who has helped over 30,000 people improve their family's financial future through investing.

·       His platform aims to change the path that economic security has followed in America for much of its industrialized history.

[15:30 - 42:18] Revolutionizing the Concept of Savings

·       Wesley discusses the concept of delayed gratification as a valuable skill that is linked to success in life.

·       Parents play an important role in instilling this skill in their children by teaching them to save money for the future.

·       Saving money for your child's college fund is a valuable investment in their future.

·       By involving children in the plan, parents can show their children that they are planning for their future and expect them to do the same.

·       This helps to instill a sense of responsibility and an understanding of the importance of financial planning.

·       Planning is important for success, and failing to plan is planning to fail.

·       Wesley compares investing in the company's product to buying a home.

·       He explains that the company's product is more focused on appreciating assets and long-term investments.

·       The product allows investors to jumpstart their investment process, especially for those who don't own a home and are just starting their investment journey.

·       Another class of investors is those who are looking to catch up after staying out of the market due to the 2008 crisis.

[42:18 – 56:33] Closing Segment

·       What do you do for your health right now? What is your focus on health?

o   Wesley focuses on eating clean, intermittent fasting, and boxing for exercise. He avoids sweets and eats foods that make him feel good. Boxing teaches him self-awareness and serves as a release.

·       How do you inspire yourself?

o   To inspire oneself, Wesley suggests finding what moves and sparks an individual. He advises identifying the things that bring joy and satisfaction and doing more of them. This approach can help individuals become happier and more fulfilled.

·       How do you know whether you're winning or not?

o   To measure if one is winning at life, Wesley suggests having a long-term perspective and leaving society in a better place than it was before. He advises setting up goals that move in the direction of that vision and taking action to achieve them. By always moving forward, one can be confident they are on the right track, even though goals can change over time.

·       What brings you the most joy in life right now?

o   Wesley finds joy in problem-solving and gaining understanding. Helping others while finding solutions is fulfilling. Witnessing others solve problems or have moments of clarity brings happiness too. This has been a consistent source of joy throughout Wesley's life.

Connect with Wesley!

Website: Raise Financial

LinkedIn: Wesley Belden

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Key Quotes

“Real estate is a great proxy for long-term wealth creation because of the access it provides to capital for individuals and organizations.” – Wesley Belden