Your Family Bank

Blake Johnson
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Hosted by entrepreneur and estate planning expert Blake Johnson, Your Family Bank dives into the often-overlooked but powerful concept of creating a "family bank." Drawing from his own experience and professional expertise, Blake shares how intentional financial planning can safeguard your legacy and set up future generations for success. Each week, Blake sits down with industry experts and successful families to uncover strategies for removing entitlement, increasing financial education, and building lasting wealth. Listeners will gain practical tools and insights to protect, grow, and pass on their family's financial legacy. Disclaimer: While Blake is a licensed attorney, this podcast does not provide legal advice. Always consult your attorney for guidance specific to your situation.

  1. 2D AGO

    The Legal Traps That Break Families

    What if the dream of building a family business could destroy the family itself? In this episode, attorney and business dispute expert Parag L. Amin, Esq. shares the personal story of how his father lost everything due to one overlooked legal step — and how that experience shaped his life's mission to help business owners protect what they've built. Parag and Blake break down the real reasons family partnerships fall apart, what to discuss before conflict happens, and how to transition a business to the next generation without drama. Key Takeaways: Why "we'll figure it out because we're family" can be the most dangerous assumption The conversations every family business must have before a dispute occurs How to fairly transition leadership across generations (without creating resentment) Why fairness doesn't always mean equal — especially among siblings Whether you're building a business, preparing to pass one down, or trying to protect your family from the fights you've seen others go through — this episode offers real, grounded guidance you can act on today. Connect with Parag L. Amin, Esq.: 🌐 Website & Book Info: paraglamin.com Connect with Blake / Your Family Bank: 🌐 yourfb.com

    31 min

  2. NOV 5

    Rewiring the Mind: How to Break Financial Conditioning

    Most people don't realize their relationship with money was programmed long before adulthood. In this episode, Blake Johnson sits down with behavioral psychology expert Jake Stahl to uncover how childhood experiences, body language, and subtle conditioning shape the way we think, spend, and communicate — especially with our kids. From using psychology to teach financial responsibility to creating safe spaces where children actually open up, this conversation is packed with surprising insights that bridge family, money, and mindset. Key Takeaways: Why most of your money habits come from age 13 — and how to rewrite them The powerful parenting trick that gets kids talking (no force required) How to "condition" positivity, resilience, and financial confidence at home If you've ever wanted to communicate better, raise grounded kids, or reset your money mindset — this episode will shift how you see yourself and your family legacy forever.   Guest: Jake Stahl — Behavioral Sales Trainer & NLP Expert 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jakestahl Host: Blake Johnson — Founder, Your Family Bank 🔗 Instagram: @blakejohnson 🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/blakejohnson

    26 min

  3. OCT 29

    Raising Financially Smart Kids After Divorce

    Divorce doesn't just divide finances — it can shape how children learn about money, values, and resilience. In this episode, Blake Johnson sits down with divorce coach Karen Covy to explore how parents can navigate the emotional and financial complexities of divorce while raising grounded, financially literate kids. From managing money conversations with your ex to teaching children long-term responsibility, Karen shares hard-earned insights from her transition from divorce attorney to coach. Key Takeaways: Divorce is more about emotional clarity than legal battles Spoiling kids doesn't soften pain — structure builds resilience Communication between co-parents is key to a child's stability Teach money values early to build lifelong financial confidence Plan your legacy thoughtfully to prevent family conflict later If you're navigating divorce or co-parenting and want to raise confident, capable kids — this episode offers both practical tools and heartfelt wisdom.   www.KarenCovy.com

    33 min

  4. OCT 22

    Navigating Family Business Transitions with Jonathan Goldhill

    In this episode of the Your Family Bank podcast, Blake Johnson interviews Jonathan Goldhill, an expert in family business coaching. They discuss the complexities of transitioning family businesses to the next generation, emphasizing the importance of communication, understanding, and engagement. Jonathan shares his journey into family business coaching, the challenges faced by both outgoing and incoming generations, and the significance of modeling good financial behaviors. The conversation also touches on the need for structured ownership and the role of legacy in financial literacy for future generations. TAKEWAYS: Family businesses require open communication for successful transitions. Next generation leaders need to be invited into the business, not forced. Modeling good financial behaviors can impact future generations. Fairness in business succession is more important than equality. Parents should prepare their children for financial responsibilities early. Facilitated family meetings can help clarify business visions. The emotional cost of avoiding family business discussions can be high. Legacy is about the impact you make, not just financial success. Children should be allowed to struggle and learn from their experiences. There is joy in helping others and in the struggle of life.

    36 min

  5. OCT 15

    Raising Kids Who Understand Money

    What if your kids grew up truly knowing the value of a dollar? In this heartfelt episode, Blake sits down with his wife Karli to share their real-life journey of building financial resilience, teaching work ethic, and preparing their kids for a future of independence and generosity. From growing up in feast-or-famine households to facing crushing debt in college, Karli's candid stories reveal why she's passionate about helping their children avoid the same pitfalls—and instead, develop confidence and character through money lessons at home. Together, Blake and Karli discuss: Practical ways they teach their kids to earn, save, and give How childhood money struggles shaped their parenting today Why building legacy is about more than just finances This episode is full of real, relatable takeaways for families who want to raise kids that thrive—not just survive—financially and in life. Connect with Blake / Your Family Bank: 🌐 yourfamilybank.com

    32 min

  6. OCT 8

    From Chaos to Clarity with Rob Kalwarowsky

    What if the life that looked perfect on the outside was quietly breaking you on the inside? Executive coach and bestselling author Rob Kalwarowsky shares his journey from depression and fear-driven living to building a life of joy, freedom, and purpose in Costa Rica.   In this episode of Your Family Bank, Rob opens up about:  Breaking free from scarcity mindsets passed down through generations The power of inner work to transform your finances, relationships, and leadership Practical tools to stay grounded when chaos and uncertainty feel overwhelming Rob's story is proof that you can rewrite your legacy—one choice, one belief, one breath at a time.   ✨ Connect with Rob: 🌐 robkalwarowsky.com 📖 Capitalizing on Chaos – available on Amazon & Barnes & Noble   🎙️ Connect with Blake / Your Family Bank: 🌐 yourfamilybank.com

    26 min

  7. OCT 1

    Legal Wellness Made Simple

    Most people don't realize how many hidden legal traps surround them every day. Attorney Danny Karon—better known as Your Lovable Lawyer—is on a mission to change that. In this episode, he joins host Blake Johnson to share practical, real-world advice on protecting yourself and your family from common legal pitfalls. Danny opens up about his journey from high-stakes class actions to launching a "legal wellness" movement aimed at making the law accessible to everyone. From wills and trusts to contracts and online defamation, he breaks down what you must know before it's too late. Key themes in this episode: Why legal literacy is just as important as financial literacy The three pillars of legal wellness everyone should practice How to protect your kids (and yourself) from costly mistakes This conversation will leave you empowered, informed, and ready to take charge of your legal health. Connect with Danny Karon: 🌐 https://yourlovablelawyer.com/ 📸 https://www.instagram.com/yourlovablelawyer/?hl=en Connect with Blake / Your Family Bank: 🌐 yourfamilybank.com

    23 min

  8. SEP 24

    Building Wealth Through Design, Risk & Legacy with Rachel Niederhofer

    What does it take to pivot from Wall Street finance to entrepreneurship, interior design, and real estate investing—all while raising four kids?   In this episode, Blake Johnson sits down with Rachel, an entrepreneur, interior designer, and real estate investor, who shares her journey from corporate finance to building a life of creativity, freedom, and legacy. She opens up about what she learned during the 2008 financial crisis, how she teaches her children the value of money and work ethic, and why taking risks is essential to building lasting wealth.   Key themes in this episode: Teaching kids about money, responsibility, and avoiding entitlement Balancing risk and readiness as an entrepreneur Building wealth with vision, not fear Creating family legacy through intentional choices Rachel reminds us that you're never fully "ready"—but the key is to start, pivot, and build toward the future you want.   Connect with Rachel Niederhofer: www.audaciousdesigns.design https://www.instagram.com/audaciousdesigns.design/ www.audacious.properties https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-niederhofer-21114750   Connect with Blake / Your Family Bank: 🌐 yourfamilybank.com

    27 min
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Hosted by entrepreneur and estate planning expert Blake Johnson, Your Family Bank dives into the often-overlooked but powerful concept of creating a "family bank." Drawing from his own experience and professional expertise, Blake shares how intentional financial planning can safeguard your legacy and set up future generations for success. Each week, Blake sits down with industry experts and successful families to uncover strategies for removing entitlement, increasing financial education, and building lasting wealth. Listeners will gain practical tools and insights to protect, grow, and pass on their family's financial legacy. Disclaimer: While Blake is a licensed attorney, this podcast does not provide legal advice. Always consult your attorney for guidance specific to your situation.

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  • Creator
    Blake Johnson
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    98
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Trusted Estate Planning Attorneys 2019
  • Show Website
    Your Family Bank