The Del Walmsley Radio Show

  Del Walmsley highlights the importance of treating your finances like a business, starting with your very first rental property. He emphasizes that preparation is everything—consistently saving, tracking your investments, reviewing your financials, and staying ready to act when the right opportunity arises. Opportunities only count if you’re prepared, and that preparation begins with taking the first step: buying your first rental house.. Ready? Follow the Roadmap Today Learn How to Make Money 5 Ways in Real Estate FREE workshop reveals how to create wealth and cash flow beyond traditional 401k approaches. Join FREE Live Case Studies - Meet real investors, connect with like-minded people, and make new friends who are building wealth through real estate. What if You Could Stop Guessing and Learn from Real Investors? Get time-tested strategies from people who actually own properties and have thrived through three recessions. Complete education, supportive community, and mentors who've been building wealth for over 30 years. Connect With Us Facebook | YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok The information and opinions on the Del Walmsley Radio Show are for entertainment purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Please consult a professional regarding your personal investment needs.  

  Del Walmsley welcomes longtime associates Paul Faulkner and Jenna from Ad Valorem Tax to discuss how their company helps Lifestyles Unlimited members manage and reduce property taxes. They cover how the property tax system has evolved, explain the step-by-step protest process, and outline options including informal hearings, formal review boards, and arbitration or litigation if needed. Paul details the three approaches appraisal districts use to value properties and shares practical strategies for lowering taxable values. The key takeaway for investors is simple: it’s not the money—it’s the property taxes.. Ready? Follow the Roadmap Today Learn How to Make Money 5 Ways in Real Estate FREE workshop reveals how to create wealth and cash flow beyond traditional 401k approaches. Join FREE Live Case Studies - Meet real investors, connect with like-minded people, and make new friends who are building wealth through real estate. What if You Could Stop Guessing and Learn from Real Investors? Get time-tested strategies from people who actually own properties and have thrived through three recessions. Complete education, supportive community, and mentors who've been building wealth for over 30 years. Connect With Us Facebook | YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok The information and opinions on the Del Walmsley Radio Show are for entertainment purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Please consult a professional regarding your personal investment needs.  

  Del Walmsley challenges the illusion of job security, even in so-called “safe” government positions, reminding listeners that no job is truly guaranteed. Using the recent government shutdown as an example, he illustrates how quickly paychecks can stop and how fragile dependence on a single source of income can be. He stresses that true financial security comes not from employment but from building passive income streams, urging listeners to take control of their finances, invest wisely, and leverage opportunities to achieve lasting financial stability and a higher quality of life, rather than relying on jobs or government support. Ready? Follow the Roadmap Today Learn How to Make Money 5 Ways in Real Estate FREE workshop reveals how to create wealth and cash flow beyond traditional 401k approaches. Join FREE Live Case Studies - Meet real investors, connect with like-minded people, and make new friends who are building wealth through real estate. What if You Could Stop Guessing and Learn from Real Investors? Get time-tested strategies from people who actually own properties and have thrived through three recessions. Complete education, supportive community, and mentors who've been building wealth for over 30 years. Connect With Us Facebook | YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok The information and opinions on the Del Walmsley Radio Show are for entertainment purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Please consult a professional regarding your personal investment needs.  

  Del Walmsley discusses the long-term nature of real estate investing and the dangers of overreacting to market fluctuations. He emphasizes that real estate should not be treated as a speculative tool to “time the market,” but as a vehicle for building lasting passive income when purchased at the right price and managed effectively. Del stresses that proper education, mentorship, and strategic guidance are far more cost-effective than learning through mistakes, urging investors to seek support before making major financial decisions. Ready? Follow the Roadmap Today Learn How to Make Money 5 Ways in Real Estate FREE workshop reveals how to create wealth and cash flow beyond traditional 401k approaches. Join FREE Live Case Studies - Meet real investors, connect with like-minded people, and make new friends who are building wealth through real estate. What if You Could Stop Guessing and Learn from Real Investors? Get time-tested strategies from people who actually own properties and have thrived through three recessions. Complete education, supportive community, and mentors who've been building wealth for over 30 years. Connect With Us Facebook | YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok The information and opinions on the Del Walmsley Radio Show are for entertainment purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Please consult a professional regarding your personal investment needs.  

  Del is joined by Chris on Tell Del Tuesday to discuss his journey from aspiring investor to achieving financial freedom by age 29. Chris shares how early exposure to real estate through his family, combined with hands-on experience in construction and renovations, gave him the foundation to start investing around 2008. He transformed his passion for renovations into a strategy for investing in Single Family properties, building long-term rental income, and creating a lifestyle where his investments provide freedom, choice, and personal fulfillment.  Ready? Follow the Roadmap Today Learn How to Make Money 5 Ways in Real Estate FREE workshop reveals how to create wealth and cash flow beyond traditional 401k approaches. Join FREE Live Case Studies - Meet real investors, connect with like-minded people, and make new friends who are building wealth through real estate. What if You Could Stop Guessing and Learn from Real Investors? Get time-tested strategies from people who actually own properties and have thrived through three recessions. Complete education, supportive community, and mentors who've been building wealth for over 30 years. Connect With Us Facebook | YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok The information and opinions on the Del Walmsley Radio Show are for entertainment purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Please consult a professional regarding your personal investment needs.  

  Del Walmsley is joined by Dan on Tell Del Tuesday. Former hospital CFO Dan Goggin retired believing his financial models and stock market strategy would secure his future—until a sharp market drop in 2022 made him rethink his approach. After attending a Lifestyles Unlimited event, he was impressed by the education, mentorship, and community focused on building passive income through real estate. He quickly joined, became a lead investor, and syndicated his first 16-unit apartment property, achieving steady occupancy and strong returns. Dan credits the program’s detailed training, supportive mentors, and like-minded investors for helping him transition from market speculation to stable, cash-flowing assets and long-term financial freedom. Ready? Follow the Roadmap Today Learn How to Make Money 5 Ways in Real Estate FREE workshop reveals how to create wealth and cash flow beyond traditional 401k approaches. Join FREE Live Case Studies - Meet real investors, connect with like-minded people, and make new friends who are building wealth through real estate. What if You Could Stop Guessing and Learn from Real Investors? Get time-tested strategies from people who actually own properties and have thrived through three recessions. Complete education, supportive community, and mentors who've been building wealth for over 30 years. Connect With Us Facebook | YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok The information and opinions on the Del Walmsley Radio Show are for entertainment purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Please consult a professional regarding your personal investment needs.  

  Do you know your exact net worth right now? Most people don't—and that's where the trouble begins. This episode cuts through the financial fog to reveal a monthly tracking process that separates those who build wealth from those who simply hope for it. You'll hear three remarkable stories that sound almost unbelievable: A spouse who secretly invested grocery money for 15 years. A professional who walked away from a corporate career and restructured everything after divorce. A housewife who moved to Paris. These aren't fairy tales—they're real examples of what happens when someone stops waiting and starts tracking. What You'll Discover The specific balance sheet and income statement process financially successful people use monthly—and why most avoid it even though they know they should Why money problems rank as the number one cause of divorce, and the hidden power dynamics that prevent couples from having honest financial conversations Three detailed case studies of individuals who built real estate portfolios despite resistance, secrecy, or complete lack of support from those closest to them Key Timestamps 02:10 The Monthly Counting Process - The exact tracking system used to monitor net worth and income, including what goes on your balance sheet and why most people would rather avoid looking at the numbers 08:30 Realized vs. Unrealized Income - Why your 401(k) might not pay you a single dime for 30 years, and the critical difference between assets that generate cash flow versus those that just sit on paper 13:09 The 15-Year Secret - How one spouse quietly invested grocery and laundry money for 15 years, building substantial real estate equity without telling their partner—discovered only on her deathbed 19:20 The Divorce That Changed Everything - A strategic divorce settlement negotiation led to real estate acquisitions and a completely restructured financial life within twelve months 26:10 From Corporate Executive's Wife to Paris - The story of a highly educated woman who went from housewife to apartment complex owner to international living after her marriage ended FAQs ...

  Del Walmsley reviews an article by a semi-retired doctor who shares how early real estate mistakes led to major financial losses. He explains why partnerships and college rentals often lead to conflict and poor returns, and warns against speculative strategies like flipping lots or buying condos at market highs. Del emphasizes that real wealth in real estate comes from purchasing properties below market value, renovating them, and creating forced appreciation. His message reinforces that disciplined investing—not gambling on appreciation—is the path to lasting financial success. Ready? Follow the Roadmap Today Learn How to Make Money 5 Ways in Real Estate FREE workshop reveals how to create wealth and cash flow beyond traditional 401k approaches. Join FREE Live Case Studies - Meet real investors, connect with like-minded people, and make new friends who are building wealth through real estate. What if You Could Stop Guessing and Learn from Real Investors? Get time-tested strategies from people who actually own properties and have thrived through three recessions. Complete education, supportive community, and mentors who've been building wealth for over 30 years. Connect With Us Facebook | YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok The information and opinions on the Del Walmsley Radio Show are for entertainment purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Please consult a professional regarding your personal investment needs.  

  Del Walmsley hosts member Justin, a real estate investor and teacher, who shares his journey from sales and corporate jobs to flipping houses and managing vacation rentals. Justin explains how challenges like market saturation and maintenance issues pushed him away from flipping and short-term rentals toward building a Multi Family. He also discusses his background in construction and running a crew, which helped support his real estate ventures. Ultimately, Justin found success by shifting focus to scalable apartment investing and joining a financial freedom program to refine his approach. Ready? Follow the Roadmap Today Learn How to Make Money 5 Ways in Real Estate FREE workshop reveals how to create wealth and cash flow beyond traditional 401k approaches. Join FREE Live Case Studies - Meet real investors, connect with like-minded people, and make new friends who are building wealth through real estate. What if You Could Stop Guessing and Learn from Real Investors? Get time-tested strategies from people who actually own properties and have thrived through three recessions. Complete education, supportive community, and mentors who've been building wealth for over 30 years. Connect With Us Facebook | YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok The information and opinions on the Del Walmsley Radio Show are for entertainment purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Please consult a professional regarding your personal investment needs.  

  Have you ever wondered whether conventional retirement wisdom actually works? This episode digs into real questions from real listeners wrestling with investment decisions right now. From analyzing the famous 4% drawdown rule to evaluating an unusual student housing opportunity, these aren't theoretical discussions—they're practical scenarios that reveal how investment strategies actually play out. The mailbag format uncovers something valuable: the gap between what financial planning textbooks says and what actually works in practice. Whether you're questioning your own retirement approach, considering an unconventional opportunity, or wondering if you're even ready to start investing, these conversations explore the thinking process behind making informed decisions when the stakes are real. What You'll Discover Why a retirement planning rule created in 1994 might not work in today's financial environment—and what factors have changed since it was developed How to analyze an unconventional opportunity like student housing—examining the factors beyond surface-level appeal to determine if it fits your investment approach What it actually takes to start investing in real estate, including the honest assessment of credit scores, capital requirements, and realistic timeline expectations Key Timestamps 01:22 The 4% Drawdown Rule Examined - Breaking down how this widely-used retirement planning strategy was created, what assumptions it makes, and why those assumptions may no longer hold true in current market conditions 09:20 Student Housing Opportunity Analysis - A listener presents a university town scenario with limited competition and older properties. Learn the analytical framework for evaluating whether an opportunity is worth pursuing—even when it looks promising on the surface 18:27 Starting with Limited Resources - A 52-year-old listener with limited savings and challenging credit asks about getting started. The honest assessment of what's actually required and what timeline makes sense 22:43 Tax Strategy Question on IRA Distributions - Exploring whether passive real estate can offset required minimum distributions from an inherited IRA, including the difference between passive and active investor tax treatment 30:24 When Complexity Becomes the Problem - Examining how multiple income streams, businesses, and activities can create overwhelming complexity rather than building toward a clear...

  After 35 years in real estate investing, certain principles have remained remarkably consistent. This episode examines what distinguishes real estate from traditional investment vehicles and why specific approaches continue working across different market cycles. The conversation reveals seven distinct advantages worth exploring: generating monthly cash flow, leveraging borrowed capital, benefiting from appreciation and mortgage reduction, gaining tax advantages through depreciation, diversifying beyond market volatility, and capturing equity through strategic acquisitions. The episode walks through these concepts with real-world context, explaining how each advantage functions within an investment strategy. What You'll Discover Why cash flow from investment properties differs fundamentally from savings accounts or retirement plans, and how monthly income changes your relationship with work and financial planning The leverage approach discussed in real estate investing, including how borrowed capital works differently than in other asset classes and what factors influence the mathematics of leverage How depreciation works within the tax code and what the discussion reveals about timing of tax obligations across property ownership and generational transfers Key Timestamps 03:48 Conversations About Generational Wealth Planning - Discussion explores the types of financial planning conversations that become possible after building passive income, including trust structures, legacy considerations, and multi-generational asset transfers. 08:40 The Cash Flow Reality Most People Miss - Exploration of why having investments that send monthly distributions fundamentally differs from contributing to accounts that only grow on paper, and how this shift changes financial psychology. 11:20 From Single-Family Homes to Four-Plexes - Real-world progression from individual rental properties to duplexes to four-plexes, demonstrating how investors systematically scale their portfolios by consolidating rental units geographically. 18:30 Understanding Self-Collateralization in Real Estate - Explanation of how real estate functions as its own collateral for borrowing, distinguishing this from credit-based lending in other investment types. 26:00 Capturing Equity Through Strategic Acquisitions - Breakdown of the mathematical approach to buying properties below market value, adding strategic improvements, and buildi...

  Ever wondered what AI really knows about retirement? The results might shock you. This episode reveals what happens when you ask artificial intelligence about America's retirement reality—and the answers expose a broken system keeping most people working well into their 60s. Through a fascinating AI experiment, discover why less than 1% of Americans manage to leave their jobs before 40, and why the conventional "save and hope" approach fails so many. But more importantly, learn about the strategic alternative that's been helping people build freedom decades earlier through real estate education and cash flow investing. What You'll Discover The surprising data AI reveals about when Americans actually retire (and why it's so much later than most people realize) How the conventional retirement model is designed around depleting savings rather than building sustainable income streams The strategic framework for building cash-flowing properties that can replace earned income Key Timestamps 02:45 The AI Search Experiment - What happens when you ask artificial intelligence about retirement age in America and why the answers reveal a troubling pattern 08:30 The Under-40 Retirement Reality - Discovering that less than 1% of Americans retire before age 40 and what keeps the other 99% working 13:45 The Real Estate Alternative Question - How asking AI about real estate income produces completely different results than traditional retirement questions 18:30 The Five Strategic Steps - Understanding the framework for building cash flow, from calculating income needs to property management decisions 28:30 The Job-Freedom Paradox - Why having passive income can actually make you more valuable at work and give you unprecedented negotiating power FAQs Why does AI show such different retirement possibilities depending on how you ask the question? The search revealed that conventional retirement questions return answers based on Social Security and savings depletion, while questions about...

  Morning reflections in a garden setting sparked an exploration into why financial success remains elusive for most people. Today's discussion reveals how wealth building represents "esoteric knowledge" - information understood only by those who actively seek it out. The conversation examines what happens when you research life's most important elements and discover that financial security ranks alongside health and relationships. Yet most people never pursue this knowledge, remaining trapped in what's described as a "gerbil wheel" existence, focused solely on survival rather than growth and prosperity. What You'll Discover Why wealth building remains specialized knowledge that only certain people pursue and understand The three essential pillars of life success and how they work together How social circles influence financial outcomes and the challenge of breaking free from limiting groups Key Timestamps 05:49 The Esoteric Definition - Exploring why financial success requires specialized knowledge and interest 08:19 The Gerbil Wheel Reality - Understanding why most people focus only on survival instead of building wealth 10:30 The Five People Principle - How your social circle determines your financial level and the difficulty of moving up 18:48 Why Money Really Matters - The fundamental reasons financial security impacts every aspect of life 25:09 The More vs Better Evolution - How wealth building transforms from accumulating to optimizing FAQs Why do some people never seem interested in building wealth? The discussion reveals that most people operate in survival mode, focused only on basic necessities. They haven't discovered that wealth building represents learnable skills available to anyone willing to seek out the right knowledge and community. How...

Nathan and Stacey Milner share their journey from corporate professionals to real estate investors who own multiple multifamily properties. Nathan previously worked as VP of operations for an event management company that required regular travel, while Stacey worked in the wedding industry before becoming a stay-at-home mom managing their rental properties. What makes their conversation valuable is their candid discussion of early mistakes and lessons learned. They reveal how paying cash for one of their early rental properties taught them about the importance of leverage in real estate investing. Their experience demonstrates how education and strategic thinking can help busy professionals build a real estate portfolio while maintaining family priorities. What You'll Discover How one family transitioned from single-family to multifamily real estate investing using proper leverage strategies The education insights that helped them understand how to finance properties more effectively Why building relationships with local lenders can make purchasing investment properties easier Key Timestamps 03:01 Getting Started by Accident - How a short sale purchase led to their first rental property investment experience 06:02 The Education Impact - Discussion of attending a two-day workshop and learning about leverage strategies for real estate investing 14:30 Life After Corporate Jobs - How they've structured their lives after leaving traditional employment to focus on real estate 19:02 Property Selection Insights - What they look for when evaluating potential investment properties and why some deals don't work 28:36 Perspectives on Control - Nathan and Stacey discuss what they value most about their current approach to building wealth FAQs How did Nathan and Stacey get started in real estate investing? They began somewhat accidentally with a short sale purchase that they decided to keep as a rental property. They initially made the mistake of paying cash for one of their early properties before learning about the benefits of using leverage through proper financing strategies.

Ever wonder why some people struggle for years trying to find profitable real estate deals while others seem to find properties regularly? This episode examines two detailed listener questions that reveal common misconceptions about real estate investing and tax strategy. The discussion covers concepts including required minimum distributions from inherited IRAs, how recent tax law changes may create opportunities, and why traditional property hunting methods often don't produce the desired results. You'll explore the differences between various real estate acquisition approaches. What You'll Discover How inherited IRA distributions might be managed using real estate depreciation benefits and why passive versus active investor status matters for tax considerations The specific reasons why courthouse auctions, tax lien searches, and distressed property hunting often fail to produce profitable deals for individual investors Why some real estate groups appear to find properties while individuals may search unsuccessfully using certain methods Key Timestamps 07:35 IRA Tax Strategy Discussion - Examination of required minimum distributions and how real estate depreciation might offset tax burdens, including income bracket considerations 10:45 Bonus Depreciation Explanation - Discussion of current tax law changes allowing accelerated depreciation deductions and their potential applications 15:45 Business vs. Investment Analysis - Analysis of why focusing on tax savings instead of income generation might limit wealth building approaches 23:05 Property Acquisition Challenges - Explanation of why courthouse auctions and tax lien strategies often don't work for individual investors 26:00 Alternative Acquisition Methods - Overview of how some real estate groups find and finance properties using hard money lending relationships FAQs Can real estate investments help with taxes on IRA distributions? The discussion suggests this depends on your income level and investor status. Passive real estate investments may offer limited tax benefits against IRA income, while active real estate professionals might be able t...