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The Money School Podcast shares the secrets of the wealthy, so you learn how money really works and take back control of your life!

You'll hear the inside story of wealthy entrepreneurs and investors... breaking down how they got started, how they think about money, how they put money to work for them, and how you can change your life simply by doing ONE thing differently with the money you already have.

Through the podcast, you'll become your own bank - mastering how money really works - so you can use it to gain the upper hand and take command of your finances. After all, building wealth isn't about resources, it's about being resourceful.

Hosted by Chris Naugle, former pro snowboarder turned real estate investor, serial entrepreneur, and money mentor, this podcast has one mission - to show you how money really works so you can reclaim control of your life!

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    • 4.7 • 58 Ratings

The Money School Podcast shares the secrets of the wealthy, so you learn how money really works and take back control of your life!

You'll hear the inside story of wealthy entrepreneurs and investors... breaking down how they got started, how they think about money, how they put money to work for them, and how you can change your life simply by doing ONE thing differently with the money you already have.

Through the podcast, you'll become your own bank - mastering how money really works - so you can use it to gain the upper hand and take command of your finances. After all, building wealth isn't about resources, it's about being resourceful.

Hosted by Chris Naugle, former pro snowboarder turned real estate investor, serial entrepreneur, and money mentor, this podcast has one mission - to show you how money really works so you can reclaim control of your life!

    Don't Get Locked Into a Bad Rate: This Is the Right Way to Do a Syndication w/Jason Yarusi

    Don't Get Locked Into a Bad Rate: This Is the Right Way to Do a Syndication w/Jason Yarusi

    Syndication has always been an attractive vehicle for investors. You benefit from economies of scale without giving up a ton of money and get access to deals you couldn’t if you did it alone.
     
    The only problem is: the economy we’re in has put massive stress on the model. Syndication relies on a solid exit, but it can be hard to achieve in an unpredictable market.
     
    Banks are having a hard time pricing deals in this environment. Investors run the risk of being locked into a bad rate, with a pricey exit. The vehicle is also prone to fear and greed which can tank the value of an investment.
     
    Is there a way to build flexibility into the deal so you’re not stuck in the market? Will syndication survive investors pulling their liquidity out? In this episode, Private Fund Manager, Jason Yarusi shares how he’s accumulated 2700+ apartments in 7 years, his incredible backstory, and why he wakes up at 4:32 am every single day. We also discuss the weaknesses of syndication and the strategies Jason put in place to mitigate them in advance.
     
    In order to safeguard our syndications, we take flexibility into account with the deals we’re doing. It gives us an opportunity to react to the market instead of being stuck in it. -Jason Yarusi 
     

    Things You’ll Learn In This Episode 
     
    - 4-3-2-1 Go
    After constantly repeating chaotic cycles and getting burned out on transactional jobs, how did Jason change his life? Why does he wake up at 4:32 am every single day? 
     
    -Succeed, amplify then build momentum 
    So many people are doing syndications, but they aren’t all built the same. How did Jason get the process dialed in before he expanded? 
     
    -Protect against fear and greed
    Life happens and people will need liquidity. This typically leads to solid investments losing their value. Is there a way to set-up a syndication so people can’t prematurely pull money out? 
     
    -How to safeguard syndication 
    With everything happening in the economy, it’s easy for an investor to get locked into a  bad deal. Can we build in flexibility even if it’s more pricey on the front end? 
     
    Guest Bio
    Jason Yarusi is a Private Fund Manager overseeing a $285 million Multifamily Real Estate portfolio at Yarusi Holdings. Since 2017, we've acquired 2,700+ apartment units. Beyond work, I'm an ultra runner and fitness enthusiast, hosting The Multifamily Live Podcast and leading the 7 Figure Multifamily Mastermind. Each day, I rise at 4:32 am, and I'm a proud father of three with a loving spouse. For more information, go to https://www.yarusiholdings.com/ and follow 
    @JasonYarusi on Instagram.

    • 49 min
    Compound Interest Unleashed: How To Make Your Money Work Harder Today

    Compound Interest Unleashed: How To Make Your Money Work Harder Today

    The frustration of not seeing savings grow consistently can be a real struggle. Imagine the possibilities if our money could work harder for us, not just in the long run, but also with benefits we can tap into right now.
     
    This isn't just about setting money aside—it's about making our money work smarter and more effectively, whether it’s planning for the future or needing liquidity today.
     
    Consider this: what if we could harness the magic of compound interest that builds wealth steadily over time, while still having the flexibility to access funds efficiently in the short term?
     
    In this episode, I am joined by the Director of The Money School, Shawna Decker and Money Mentor Stephen Nagy, to talk about the benefits of uninterrupted compound interest and how to cash-build for the long run.
     
    Infinite banking is not about the numbers and it’s not about the math, it’s about the concept.- Chris Naugle


    Three Things You’ll Learn In This Episode 
     
    -Don’t get hung up on the numbers
    Infinite banking isn’t just about money. How do we avoid getting absorbed in the numbers?
     
    -Debt or decisions
    How do we figure out what to put on credit and what we should pay for in cash?
     
    -Think about the 95%
    Why are we taught to focus on the 5% interest rate that we have to pay back?
     
    Guest Bio:
    Shawna Decker oversees all operations within The Money School, and has been on board since its creation. Shawna’s north star is Balance. And balance is never static- it is made of constant adjustments and active listening. She gives a damn, and she gives a damn about your path to betterment. Shawna assists in ensuring the overall experience of products, workshops, and training are better and brighter, by regularly checking in on what’s working, and helping adjust what isn’t.
    Find Shawna on LinkedIn @ShawnaDecker 
     
    Stephen Nagy left his career as a Personal Financial Advisor in 2007 to pursue his dream of being an entrepreneur and Real Estate Investor. Many years later, he has never looked back, becoming a lifelong student of business & investing, implementing strategies learned, gaining valuable personal experience, and following his passion of working with and sharing with others.
    Stephen has spoken on hundreds of stages across the United States and worked with thousands of students, helping them realize and achieve their financial goals. Over those travels, and through attending several Masterminds each year, Stephen has built an extensive network of other like-minded individuals, creating a community that we call the “Campfire”.
     
    Living in south Florida with his wife and son, Stephen not only talks the talk, but walks the walk every single day, growing his Real Estate & Consulting businesses and practicing financial strategies like self directing retirement dollars, the Infinite Banking Concept, Becoming The Bank, and eliminating the “3 Wealth Killers” from his life.
    Stephen Nagy is dedicated to helping his students & clients learn financial education, how to take back control of their money, and helping them achieve their dreams by solving their money problem. Stephen now shares his experience, education, and strategies through weekly webinar trainings, Live events, and working with clients one on one.

    Join the MSTV coaching here https://www.moneyschooltraining.com/mstv/

    • 47 min
    How To Turn $500 Into $500,000 With Uninterrupted COMPOUND INTEREST

    How To Turn $500 Into $500,000 With Uninterrupted COMPOUND INTEREST

    It may be hard to believe, but a penny doubled over time can make you more money than a pile of $500,000 right now. What makes this possible is one simple yet powerful thing called compound interest.
     
    It gives you the ability to multiply your money overtime, and turn one small investment into a whole lot of money. No wonder Einstein called it the 8th wonder of the world!
     
    For all the power that compound interest has, it’s still misunderstood and totally underutilized. How does this powerful financial force actually work? What financial vehicle gives us both compound interest and access to capital for investments?
     
    In this episode, I show you how compound interest can allow you to turn $500 into $500,000.
     
    We’re the only ones who have been taught to give up control of our money, put it somewhere and let it sit and lose the opportunity to take advantage of new investments. -Chris Naugle  
     

    Three Things You’ll Learn In This Episode 
     
    -The smartest way to build wealth
    Compound interest is one of the most underestimated phenomena in the world. How can you multiply your money by doing one simple thing? 
     
    -Get the best of both worlds
    The problem with popular investment vehicles is the flow of compound interest gets interrupted every time you take money out. Is there a way we can take money out to invest and keep building interest at the same time?
     
    -Average vs. actual rate of return
    A lot of the financial vehicles people flock to promise a high return, but when you take a closer look, do you actually end up with a lot less?

    • 19 min
    The $40 Trillion Problem: How to Take Full Control of Your Retirement w/Damion Lupo

    The $40 Trillion Problem: How to Take Full Control of Your Retirement w/Damion Lupo

    Most Americans put their money into retirement accounts and believe it will be enough when they need it. They don’t engage with it and it starts to feel a lot like Monopoly money.
     
    You’re handing your wealth over to a system you don’t know, like or understand. You trust advisors, rely on hope, and never get your cash to truly work for you.
     
    It’s America’s $40 trillion problem.
     
    The system is designed to feed off the cash that’s sitting in these retirement accounts. An out of sight, out of mind approach doesn’t work for your wealth - it robs you of opportunity and leaves you with regret.
     
    Damion Lupo identified this problem and is revolutionizing retirement as we know it. Ultimately, wealth is created when you solve the problems of the 99%. How did his business journey begin at 11? What did he learn from being $5 million in debt? Why is chasing impact the fastest path to cash?
     
    In this episode, the financial mentor, podcast host, best selling author, and founder of EQRP, shares how he’s fixing retirement and revolutionizing construction.
     
    Most people put money into their retirement accounts and just hope it will be enough when they’re 65 years old. -Damion Lupo
     
    Three Things You’ll Learn In This Episode 
     
    -Pressure creates purpose 
    All successes are built on failures. What did Damion learn from losing $20 million and ending up $5 million in debt? How did he turn a low point into a point of transformation?
     
    -Don’t park your money, engage with it 
    Not having control over your retirement isn’t the only problem people have. They also don’t know what to do with the money once they have that control. How is Damion solving this problem?
     
    -Focus on impact and the money takes care of itself
    True wealth and purpose is created by solving huge problems. How did Damion Lupo end up in an opportunity that benefits consumers, the real estate industry and even the environment?
     
    Guest Bio:
    Damion Lupo is an entrepreneur, financial mentor, podcast host, best selling author in personal finance, and founder of EQRP, a business rewriting the rules and plan for retirement. He also owns Frametec, a company that’s revolutionizing the construction world. For more information, go to https://damionlupo.com/, https://eqrp.com/ & his other company is bad ass https://www.frametec.com/. 
     

    • 54 min
    Expert Insights On Tapping Into Government Aid For Entrepreneurs w/Josh Zieglowsky

    Expert Insights On Tapping Into Government Aid For Entrepreneurs w/Josh Zieglowsky

    With everything going on in the country, countless businesses and entrepreneurs are struggling to stay afloat. There are many business-saving government initiatives that can provide financial support, but many people remain unaware of them..
     
    We know there are government programs offering loans and aid, but we're left in the dark about how to access them.
     
    Where do we begin when it comes to tapping into these funds? What do we need to be eligible to claim these funds?
     
    In this episode, founder/principal of The Chandler Group, Josh Zieglowsky joins me to talk about the different government programs that we can access to claim funds, how easy it is to do so and why we should take advantage of these opportunities.
     
    You regret the things you don’t do, you don’t regret the things you try. -Josh Zieglowsky

    Three Things You’ll Learn In This Episode 
     
    -Government funds: keep this in mind
    What’s the catch when it comes to claiming government funds and loans?
     
    -You give, you get
    Does the universal law hold true, asserting that as we give, so too do we receive?
     
    -The importance of taking action
    Why shouldn’t we wait to take action with certain things and strike while the iron is hot?
     
    Guest Bio:
     
    Josh Zieglowksy is the Founder/Principal of The Chandler Group, LLC, boasting expertise in Real Estate, encompassing both Residential and Commercial sectors for over 17 years. He has achieved remarkable success in overseeing multimillion-dollar projects from their inception to completion. The cornerstone of his approach lies in fostering close collaboration between The Chandler Group team and clients to devise tailored programs that effectively address their real estate requirements.
     
    Josh has been an entrepreneur for almost 20 years. His primary focus is investing in residential and commercial real estate. Josh’s key expertise includes asset and portfolio management, broker relations, investor and client relations, banking relations, economic and demographic trends, market analysis, due diligence oversight, financing oversight, acquisition and disposition strategies, transaction oversight and business development.
     
    When Josh isn’t working, he’s spending time with his wife of 21 years, Taryn, and his four children. Josh grew up in Morgan, UT where he was a multi-sport athlete but his love was in basketball. Now, years later, he gives back by coaching local students to succeed both in sports and in life.
     
    Visit https://www.selfemployedcredits.com/?ref=christopher28 
    Find Josh on LinkedIn @Josh Zieglowsky

    • 26 min
    The Acceleration Effect: How to Wipe Out Your Tax Burden 27 Years Early w/Joseph Viery

    The Acceleration Effect: How to Wipe Out Your Tax Burden 27 Years Early w/Joseph Viery

    Investors who own huge multi-family units and complexes swear by cost segregation studies, but what if you own smaller single family units?
     
    Well, the same tax eliminating strategy and ability to capture the time value of money is available to you. Cost segregation continues to be a heavily misunderstood strategy, some people think it’s a scam and many don’t realize it can apply to their smaller investments. Ultimately, cost segregation gives us the ability to use our dollars at their highest value and that's key for investors.
     
    Who does the strategy apply to and how can you use it? What’s the ultimate benefit of a cost segregation study?
     
    In this episode, I’m joined by the founder of USTAGI, Joseph Viery. He shares how to add this strategy to your wealth building arsenal.
     
    This gives you the time value of money. You want this big deduction today because the dollar today is worth a hell of a lot more than a dollar in 27.5 years. -Joseph Viery 

    Three Things You’ll Learn In This Episode 
     
    -Claw back your money
    Can we use a cost segregation study to reclaim past tax benefits?
     
    -The power of acceleration
    Some would argue that there’s no need to recapture money you’ll get back anyway, but why is the time value of money so important to investors?
     
    -Make your money work for you
    What’s the first step if you’re thinking of doing a cost segregation on your properties?
     
    Guest Bio
     
    USTAGI was founded by Joseph Viery with the goal of providing quality cost segregation studies. As a Cost Segregation Professional, CSP, he has helped property owners defer or eliminate millions of dollars in income taxes by leveraging IRS compliant cost segregation studies. Since becoming a CSP in 2007, Joseph has performed thousands of cost segregation studies for clients in various industries ranging from $500,000,000 commercial properties to $50,000 single family residences. He regularly presents at workshops nationally and is a frequent guest on industry podcasts. He has a natural ability to turn complex sets of guidelines into easy-to-understand topics. 

    For more information and to get a free analysis, go to http://www.ustagi.com/pmc

    • 39 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
58 Ratings

58 Ratings

bradchandlercoaching ,

Great Podcast!!!!!

I recently discovered The Money School Podcast and I'm so glad I did! This podcast provides valuable financial advice that is easy to understand and apply to your own life. I was especially impressed by the knowledgeable guests they featured and the range of topics they discussed. From how to save more money to how to manage debt, this podcast has it all. The hosts do an amazing job of breaking down complex topics into simple, easy-to-understand concepts. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone looking to improve their financial literacy and get their finances on track. Five stars!

Stryker265 ,

True Mentor!

Chris is one of a kind, he practiced what he preached. Big time Money mentor but very friendly, reachable, genuinely willing to help especially to a rookie individuals with tight/limited funds. I’m so blessed I stumbled on TMM. Started following them then I got a paradigm shift. Started my first policy, got delayed due to health record issues but I didn’t give up because I truly understand what’s on the other side & their support. Now, I’m on to my 2nd policy. My 2 boys even my wife who has a high wall when it comes with non traditional money topics routinely talked to me about finance planning now. Loved it! Keep it coming Chris you’re on 🔥 🤙🏼

Mixedfuel ,

Don’t Miss the Boat

I came across Chris and his excitement for the IBC on YouTube. Not knowing anything about the IBC, I purchased his books and was immediately drawn on how I could begin using this concept. During this same time I came across another amazing person Devin Burr aka Mr. Brrr, who has also taken the time to explain how he became involved and where he is today. This community is AMAZING! My only regret is that I wish I knew about this 20 years ago. But it is never to late to start!

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