Luxury Travel Hacks: How to Turn Points into First-Class Flights & 5-Star Stays
Wealth Strategy Secrets of the Ultra Wealthy Podcast
Release Date: 02/19/2025
Wealth Strategy Secrets of the Ultra Wealthy Podcast
Joining us today is Shuvam Bhaumik, a trusted advisor and a returning favorite to our virtual family office at Pantheon Investments. Shuvam's insights have been instrumental for high net worth individuals navigating the often turbulent and unpredictable waters of the current financial markets. In this episode, your host, Dave Wolcott, and Shuvam delve into the existing state of the markets and how the ultra-wealthy are managing their portfolios during this time of high volatility and uncertainty. Shuvam reveals the importance of creating resilient portfolios and offers invaluable advice on...
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Welcome to the launch of Wealth Strategy Deep Dives, a new solo series where I break down powerful wealth-building concepts into quick, actionable insights. In this first episode, I revisit the Holistic Wealth Strategy—your roadmap to building tax-free wealth and living an optimized life. We’ll cover how to create a long-term vision, why you are your greatest asset, and how strategies like infinite banking, alternative investing, and smart asset repositioning can fuel your financial freedom. I also highlight passive income strategies and the importance of intentional wealth planning that...
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In today's episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Tracy Gapin, a distinguished health optimization expert and the founder of the Gapin Institute. Dr. Gapin has transitioned from his role as a board-certified urologist to become a leading figure revolutionizing modern healthcare through precision medicine and performance-driven health. His groundbreaking work focuses on utilizing a data-driven, proactive approach to healthcare that uncovers hidden health risks before they become critical issues. Throughout this enlightening episode, Dr. Gapin delves into the current...
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We have a truly inspiring episode lined up today as we welcome back an exceptional guest, Whitney Sewell. Whitney is not just a real estate powerhouse but a beacon of philanthropy and family values. As the founder of LifeBridge Capital, Whitney's journey from military service through law enforcement to becoming a real estate syndicator is nothing less than extraordinary. Whitney's story is strongly tied to his mission of helping families adopt children, underscored by the creation of the Omna Foundation. After adopting five children himself, Whitney shares how his family-first approach has...
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Today, we're thrilled to welcome an exceptional guest, Michael Bernoff. Michael is a master of human communication and NLP, renowned for unlocking human potential. As the founder of the Human Communications Institute and the bestselling author of "Average Sucks," Michael has dedicated over two decades to transforming leaders and entrepreneurs, guiding them to reprogram their mindset and optimize their language skills for heightened success. In this engaging episode, Michael elucidates the hidden power of language and its profound impact on shaping our reality. Michael embarks on a journey...
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Today, we're excited to welcome Lisa Smith, a trailblazing financial educator and entrepreneur, to the Wealth Strategy Secrets of the Ultra Wealthy podcast. With an inspiring journey that took her from financial novice to a successful investor, Lisa's story exemplifies the power of strategic investing and mindset shifts. By the age of 45, Lisa achieved financial independence and chose to dedicate herself to empowering others to transform their financial futures. In this illuminating episode, Lisa delves into her unique strategy, "Nibble Bite Gorge," which involves buying more as the market...
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Today, we have the privilege of welcoming a trailblazer in the fields of entrepreneurship, private equity, and real estate, Dr. Hesham Baky. Dr. Baky, a multifaceted professional with a background in engineering and dentistry, has ventured into the world of professional investing and fund management, crafting a remarkable path to success. As the mastermind behind a rapidly growing dental business, he shares how strategic thinking, timing, and calculated risk-taking played a pivotal role in his journey. In this insightful episode, Dr. Baky delves into his extraordinary transition from...
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Today, we have a phenomenal episode featuring Stephen Hall, a recognized tax expert and entrepreneur. Stephen's wealth of knowledge in tax strategy and his entrepreneurial journey, which includes scaling an accounting firm to serve over 2,500 businesses, make him an invaluable resource for those keen on mastering their financial futures. In this enlightening discussion, Stephen highlights his role as the Go-to Tax Advisor for syndicators, business owners, and fund managers. His firm, Robert Hall & Associates, has served high net worth individuals for over 50 years, and he brings that...
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Today, we welcome Shuvam Bhaumik to the show, an expert in wealth strategy and management with a rich history of navigating the complexities of private wealth and family office dynamics. With professional roots in Brooklyn, New York, Shuvam carved his path in the finance world early on, rising from traditional private wealth roles in New York City to forming his own advisory firm focused on alternative investments. In this insightful episode, Shuvam shares his journey from working with Brill Securities and Morgan Stanley to launching a multifamily office advisory firm, emphasizing his...
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Today, we have an insightful guest joining us, Brett Swarts, capital gains tax deferral expert and the founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions. Brett's unique approach to wealth management focuses on enabling high net worth individuals and entrepreneurs to defer capital gains taxes while preserving their wealth. His innovative strategies offer flexibility and open up new opportunities for reinvestment, without the pressure of immediate decisions. In this enlightening episode, Brett shares his journey of discovering this groundbreaking approach, born from personal experiences during economic...
info_outlineToday we have an exceptional episode featuring Eli Facenda, an expert in credit card points optimization and luxury travel hacking. Known as "The Travel Guy," Eli has mastered the art of turning everyday credit card spending into luxurious travel experiences. His journey began in 2015 when he combined his passion for entrepreneurship with a knack for creating memorable trips, ultimately leading him to establish a successful travel hacking business.
In this fascinating episode, Eli shares how he helps entrepreneurs and business owners leverage their credit card spending to unlock incredible travel rewards. He discusses how the right credit card strategies can transform points into free first-class flights and five-star hotel stays, providing substantial value without the high price tag.
One of the key discussions is about maximizing value from credit card points through strategic transfers and reward programs, illustrating how savvy use of points can lead to unforgettable travel experiences. Eli also opens up about his role in designing custom travel solutions that cater to the specific needs of business owners.
Moreover, the episode explores Eli's initiatives in organizing high-end travel events, such as his captivating ski trips, offering listeners a glimpse into the unparalleled experiences that one can achieve through proper points optimization.
In this episode, we discuss:
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Eli’s journey from budding entrepreneur to travel hacking expert
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Strategies to maximize credit card points for luxury travel
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Tips on how flexibility and planning enhance travel value
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Insights into crafting personalized travel experiences and events
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