Scott Trench wanted something more out of life, so he grabbed it by the horns and pointed it in the direction HE chose. By accumulating a large financial runway through a 50% savings rate on a median income, he gave himself the courage to take...
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The Financial Independence Step Most People Forget: Estate Planning
Most people know they should have an estate plan, but keep putting it off. In this episode of the BiggerPockets Money podcast, Mindy Jensen and special guest Carl Jensen sit down with estate planning attorney Skipton Reynolds to break down everything you need to know about wills, ... Show More
39m 1s
Jun 12
Katie Wants to Quit Her Job. Can They Afford It?
In this Finance Friday episode of the BiggerPockets Money podcast, hosts Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench analyze whether Katie can step back from work while still making sure that her husband, Jesus, can retire early at 50. They break down the FIRE math, withdrawal strategies, heal ... Show More
55m 17s
Jun 9
What to Do When Most of Your Wealth Is in Company Stock
If you work at a startup or public tech company and have RSUs, stock options, founder shares, or a potential IPO on the horizon, this episode could save you thousands—or even millions—in taxes. Equity compensation can be one of the fastest paths to building wealth, but it can als ... Show More
1h 10m
May 2022
Office Hours: The Hectic Housing Market, Funding Scholarships, and Building Your Personal Brand
Scott answers a question about the state of the housing market as investors buy up an increasing share of available homes. He also offers his thoughts on how to smartly fund scholarships, and shares his tips for how to brand yourself as a thought leader.
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22m 58s
Aug 2021
Office Hours: Online Advertising, Seed Funding, and Teaching Entrepreneurship
Scott answers a question about what advertising might look like after the death of the cookie. He also shares his thoughts on what it takes to capture the attention of investors, and considers a proposal for an entrepreneurial-focused high school.
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21m 34s
Mar 2022
Office Hours: Uber’s Super App Prospects, Private Wealth Managers, and When to Raise Capital
Scott answers a question about whether Uber is an appetizing acquisition target at its current valuation. He then offers advice on when to raise seed funding for your startup, and shares his wealth management journey from self-investing to hiring a professional.
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18m 42s
May 2023
Office Hours: Using Real Estate to Build Wealth, How to Use Your Discretionary Income, and Best Practices Around Mentorship
Scott gives his thoughts on how to use real estate to build wealth, all while being burdened by student debt. He then answers a listener’s question about whether to use discretionary income to visit other company offices. He wraps up by discussing how he thinks about mentorship.
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20m 33s
Nov 2023
Financial Freedom is Probably Closer Than You Think
When I first learned about personal finance, I was all about FI/RE (financial independence, retire early). But then came along financial freedom. But how are they different, and what has that nuance unlocked? Transcripts, resources, show credits, and more can be found at https:// ... Show More
36m 52s