What Most People Get Wrong About Taxes and How to Fix It
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Taxes can feel like a mystery, and for many, they’re scary. Add in a military transition, accidental landlord, or a side hustle, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But understanding your taxes and planning ahead can make a huge difference, not just in your wallet, but in your peace of mind. In this episode, Forrest Baumhover shares his journey from Navy to financial planner to online educator, and how he’s helping people confidently tackle their taxes. We dive into the most common tax mistakes, why planning matters year-round, and what service members should know about building their...
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The Truth About Stock Tips and Trading
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When it comes to investing, everyone wants to know the secret—how do you make fast money in the stock market? It’s a question that is as old as the market. The answer isn’t as simple or as quick as most people would like it to be. In this episode, I’m talking about what it really takes to be a stock trader, how that’s different from just wanting a hot tip, and why your financial plan should be tailored to you, not the latest headline. For more MILMO, follow at: on YouTube on X Instagram LinkedIn Facebook
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Finding Your Financial Yin and Yang
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We are all juggling two financial forces. The first is living our life today, and the second is securing our future. The hard part is finding balance. You can’t take money with you to the grave, but you also must have a surplus ready for when you need it most. If we put too much focus on one, the other falls apart. That’s where Yin and Yang can benefit our financial lives. In this episode, I’m going over how to use the concept of Yin and Yang to find balance and harmony with money. For more MILMO, follow at: on YouTube on X Instagram LinkedIn Facebook
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Breaking Free from Debt with Action
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Debt can feel like an overwhelming burden that creates growing anxiety for not only yourself but also your family. When you’re in the thick of debt, it can be hard to know how to get started and the best path forward. In this episode, I’m going over strategies to help you get control of your debt with action and help you on the path to financial success. For more MILMO, follow at: on YouTube on X Instagram LinkedIn Facebook
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Navigating into Civilian Life and Veteran Ventures
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We talk a lot about the struggles of transitioning out of the military – losing that sense of purpose, the steady paycheck, and the tribe you trust. But what we don’t highlight enough is the flip side: how that transition can be a launchpad to an incredible career or business and a life you design. In this episode, I’m sitting down with Brendan Aronson, a Marine turned entrepreneur who’s all about creating pathways for veterans into leadership roles. From his time in investment banking to building a company that connects vets with high-growth careers, he’s got a front-row seat...
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Hiring Freelancers for Your Business
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Starting and running a business solo is difficult even for the most knowledgeable and disciplined. It’s hard to find the time of day and mental fortitude to be a jack of all trades. Hiring help can seem scary when you aren’t sure if you’ll make enough to pay them. In this episode, I’m sharing how I’ve been testing and using freelancer marketplaces to hire experts to help me get tasks and projects done in my business on a budget. For more MILMO, follow at: on YouTube on X Instagram LinkedIn Facebook
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The Power of Living Debt-Free and Seizing Opportunity
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We often hear about how debt or the lack of a financial cushion can trap us in a cycle of stress, forcing tough decisions that might dig us deeper into trouble. Often, it’s not because we want to but because our finances leave us no choice. What we don’t talk about enough is the flip side: how being debt-free and having savings can open doors to incredible opportunities in life. In this special episode, I sit down with Steve Stewart, the talented editor behind this podcast, to dive into his inspiring journey of becoming debt-free and the amazing paths it’s allowed him to pursue....
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{Encore} What’s Your Trash Worth
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Food spending is often where budgets go off the rails—eating out adds up fast and can leave you with more waste than you are even aware of. With warmer weather pulling us outdoors and tempting us to splurge, now’s the perfect time to revisit a fan-favorite episode. Today's an encore airing of What’s Your Trash Worth? For more MILMO, follow at: on YouTube on X Instagram LinkedIn Facebook
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Building Wealth on an E-1 Budget
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You don’t need a big paycheck to build a big bright future. Even if you’re starting as an E-1 with little left over after bills, you can set yourself up for financial freedom. It’s not about where you start. It’s about the consistent steps you take from there. In this episode, I’m sharing a roadmap to go from E-1 to financial success. I’m talking about avoiding money traps, budgeting like it’s your personal mission, and setting the foundation for wealth—all around military life. For more MILMO, follow at: on YouTube on X Instagram LinkedIn Facebook
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Transforming Your Knowledge into Profitable Memberships
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Many service members, military spouses, and veterans have valuable knowledge, skills, and expertise to share with the world. But turning that expertise into a steady stream of income can feel like an overwhelming challenge. Where do you even start, and how can you create something that generates revenue, makes a meaningful impact or both? In this episode, Stu McLaren, a membership expert, shares his insights on how to turn your expertise into predictable, recurring revenue through memberships. He shares the basics of memberships, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to find the right...
info_outlineBuilding the infrastructure of a business from the ground up isn’t for everyone, but starting a business doesn’t always mean you have to start from scratch.
In this episode, Bryan Park shares how he transitioned from military life to building a nationwide flooring business. He talks about the importance of integrity in business, navigating challenges with resilience, and why the trades are a path worth considering for financial success.
Bryan Park is the Founder and CEO of Footprints Flooring, a flooring installation company with over 150 territories in the U.S. Bryan grew up in south Denver. He attended the Air Force Academy. Like most people who serve, Bryan’s military experience strengthened his belief in and commitment to integrity, duty, and leadership.
Bryan serves on the Board of Directors for the National Wood Flooring Association. Under his leadership, Footprints Floors has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing franchises in America by Entrepreneur magazine.
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