Gary's Gulch
Our Founding Fathers gave us simple guidelines for protecting our lives, liberty, property, and finances. As a society it’s time for us to get back to becoming producers, not takers. This call to freedom is to lead our families and communities to a better future. Inspired by Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged, Gary's Gulch is for lifelong learners. Liberty seekers. Energized people like you, driven to make YOUR world a better, more productive place – If you are prone to blaming others for your lot in life, or expect another to fix your situation, this podcast is NOT for you. Topics include family, legacy, small business, investments, education and personal finances. Your show host is veteran Navy Captain Gary Pinkerton, an accomplished Naval submarine commander and advisor who is guiding families across the country to achieve this mission – Mastering and sharing Unique Genius. Now is the time to bolster our freedoms and produce value; to create a stronger Nation and brighter tomorrow.
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10 Commandments of Investing - Feedback from Jason Hartman's Empowered Investor Live event
04/11/2025
10 Commandments of Investing - Feedback from Jason Hartman's Empowered Investor Live event
I provide quick takeaways from a fantastic real estate investing event I've attended for many years - Jason Hartman's Empowered Investor Live, and replay a classic training he did for the event many years ago, the 10 Commandments of investing that are as relevant today as they were 12 years ago. Highlights Powerful client relationships and building lasting connections. Revisiting insightful Meet the Masters event of 2012. Ten Commandments of Real Estate Investing. Cultivating and maintaining financial guidance leadership. Be your own best advisor in real estate. Importance of direct real estate investment. Risks of investing with crooks and incompetents. Hidden costs of Wall Street investment management. Geographical real estate diversification matters. Avoiding attachment to any single market. The leverage power in real estate investments. Utilizing depreciation for substantial tax advantages. Non-cash tax write-offs through real estate investment. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Life Phases Part 3 - Legacy
04/04/2025
Life Phases Part 3 - Legacy
In this last part of our 3-part series on financial life we talk Legacy. I explain how legacy differs from generational financial wealth and how to sustain it long after you are gone. Some of it is about legal structures, but most is about setting the mindset and environment to perpetuate that mindset. Come listen in! Highlights Confidence in U.S. military leadership. Criticism of war profiteering. Establishing a lasting legacy. Rockefeller Trust and its purpose. Structure and adaptability of trusts. Importance of leaving a positive impact. Shared personal experiences for legacy. Hosting family legacy events. Encouraging meaningful participation. Wealth as a resource for good or bad. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Life Stages Part 2 - Income
03/28/2025
Life Stages Part 2 - Income
I provide a brief sneak preview of my trip report from visiting MidSouth home buyers in Memphis, TN, and Little Rock, AR. Then I discuss part 2 in our current 3-part focus series, the financial stages of life = Income. Highlights Arkansas: Landlord-friendly laws. Memphis rehabs and new construction. Income phase discussion. Transition to income phase. Trading assets for cash flow. Annuities and financial planning. Reverse mortgage benefits. Turning assets into cash flow. Importance of integrity in investments. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Finances Phase One - Growth of the Assets
03/21/2025
Finances Phase One - Growth of the Assets
In this first of the three-part series on financial phases of life in the 21st century, we focus on growing the assets - How, When and in What order. I also give a trip report from Miami and Vegas and a prelude to the many events I have coming across the US this year. I'd love to connect with you in person for masterminding, drinks or dinner and fellowship. Highlights Phases of adult financial life: growth, income, legacy. Longevity of growth phase compared to animal behavior. Concept of legacy beyond wealth. Importance of remaining in growth phase for mental health. Mindset of abundance and working for what you want. Liquidity as a key financial strategy. Building a hierarchy of wealth. Viability of starting family bank at any age. Real estate as a proven wealth-building tool. Importance of protection alongside wealth growth. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Family Banking with Wade Reed - Part 2
03/14/2025
Family Banking with Wade Reed - Part 2
I start off with feedback on listener questions and comments and then dive into part two of my conversation with Wade Reed on his podcast Wealth Acceleration. We dig into the benefits of Paradigm Life's approach to Wealth Strategy that sets itself apart by occurring through a lens of Certainty, not chance. Highlights Age and life insurance feasibility. Whole life vs. term insurance. High premiums for older age explained. Misleading average annual returns. Real-life example illustrating return math. Whole life insurance as a stable asset. Balancing risk and control in personal finance. Importance of liquidity during COVID-19 for landlords. Discovering real estate investing through setbacks. Comparing life insurance returns and investment risks. The importance of thorough investment underwriting. Investing control and its impact on success. Family bank strategy with whole life insurance. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Connect with Wade Reed Wealth Acceleration podcast: Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Navigating Financial Uncertainty with Wade Reed in Family Bank Part 1
03/07/2025
Navigating Financial Uncertainty with Wade Reed in Family Bank Part 1
In this two part episode, I'm a guest on my friend and colleague Wade Reed's Wealth Acceleration podcast. We discuss how I got to this industry as a 30 year military veteran and someone with no financial expertise beginning from a scarce childhood in farming. It is a great conversation filled with lessons that hopefully will help you on your journey to Agency. Highlights Electric vs. Gas-powered car debate. Introduction to Wealth Acceleration Podcast. Gary’s military background and financial turning points. Impact of early financial struggles on mindset. Commanding a submarine and financial realizations. Financial fallout from the Great Recession. The necessity of personal financial involvement. Exploring alternative investment structures. Importance of control in financial management. Hierarchy of wealth explained. Speculation vs. control in investing. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Connect with Wade Reed Wealth Acceleration podcast: Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Financial and Business Lessons - A Veteran's Perspective
02/28/2025
Financial and Business Lessons - A Veteran's Perspective
I'm often asked what I learned in the military, or at the US Naval Academy; commanding a nuclear submarine; or as a Division Director for the Pentagon Joint Chiefs. I'll get to those in dedicated future episodes that are in the queue, but today I want to address business lessons and what that shift from W2 earner in the military for almost 30 years to a sales career and business ownership taught me. I cover why I chose what I did and the keys to success that I learned. These are applicable to all aspects of living an inspired and abundant life - listen in and let me know if these nuggets resonate and if you agree! Highlights Impactful moment of military transition. Value-based compensation vs. time-based pay. Prioritizing liquidity for financial security. Overcoming industry challenges and misconceptions. Transitioning life phases: renting vs. owning. Defining success through client agency. The importance of legacy beyond wealth. Differentiating through cash flow protection. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Protect Your Most Valuable Resources!
02/21/2025
Protect Your Most Valuable Resources!
This is the third episode in the Cash Flow - Wealth - Protection series and in it I spend time tying the three tenets or elements together to help ensure your continued success. I also update on my upcoming trips with the goal of meeting those of you that will also be there in person for some powerful masterminding and fellowship. Highlights Upcoming travel and connection opportunities Investing in personal growth First-time property visit in Memphis Lessons from the parable of water carriers Importance of innovation in business The significance of protecting yourself and your assets Life insurance as protection for potential income Focus as the key to managing multiple priorities Leadership insights from Admiral Rickover Protecting cash flow and reputation Continuous evaluation and adaptation of assets Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Wealth - How and Why to Grow it
02/14/2025
Wealth - How and Why to Grow it
This is part two of the three-part series on the vital elements of sustained wealth and agency, Cash Flow, Wealth, and Protection. I begin the episode with some current comments on current events here in week 3 of the Trump administration and all the goodness that is occurring - America is truly healing! Then I get into how to create sustainable wealth with certainty and the all-important question of WHY to do it in the first place. If you want your life to have lasting meaning, you must create resources that you can use to teach and be of service to others. That's how you impact the lives of others for generations to come which is how I define legacy. Highlights Dangers of Saving Wealth in Currency. Monopoly Game: Banking Rules Insight. Real-World Inflation Manipulation. Government’s Role in Past Economic Stability. Controversial Aid: USAID Critique. Challenges of the Executive Branch. Hierarchy of Wealth: Risk Management. Gift and Curse of Rapid Wealth Approaches. Wealth Beyond Finances: Familial Legacy. Importance of Parental Influence. Human Unique Wealth Responsibility. Ronald Reagan and Wake-up Calls to Action. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Cash Flow is King!
02/07/2025
Cash Flow is King!
This is the first of a 3-part series on the Three Vital Elements of a sustainable personal financial strategy: Cash Flow, Protection, and Wealth. The great Zig Ziglar has many famous sayings and one that applies here is a favorite of mine: Money isn't the most important thing, but it is relatively close to oxygen! Well, we agree - by money he meant the US dollar, or currency which means money in motion...Cash Flow. Listen in to develop a new appreciation for how vital this element is. Highlights Cash Flow and Wealth as Energy Metaphors. Aligning Financial Goals with Spiritual Purpose. Critique of Passive Investment Strategies. Importance of Sustainable Cash Flow. Role of Cash Flow in Financial Independence. Lessons from Personal Financial Losses. Rebuilding Wealth After Setbacks. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Goodbye to the Good, Hello to Greatness!
01/31/2025
Goodbye to the Good, Hello to Greatness!
2025 is the year where I have the confidence in myself and my connection to God to finally boldly engage my clients to take necessary action in their financial life to make progress in their wealth, their business, their Agency and their legacy. This may result in some who are clients not wanting to stick around and I'll help them find a better fit however I can, but to achieve greatness, we all have to be bold and clear with whom we really are, what we really stand for and who we are truly trying to help. I invite you to do the same and join me on this righteous journey for 2025! Highlights Truth Training and financial integrity. Misconceptions about life insurance benefits. Let Go Of The Good To Receive The Great. Importance of working with ideal clients. Defining personal values and social connections. Emphasis on self-reliance and personal growth. The Toyota analogy for financial planning. The importance of adding value to others. Missteps in financial education. The role of personal connection in success. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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America's Golden Age has Begun, Thanks to God
01/24/2025
America's Golden Age has Begun, Thanks to God
Like flipping a light switch, 4 years of American freefall decline has reversed into a Golden Age of growth, abundance and optimism. Freedom and Agency are being strengthened across the globe with God's hand on the shoulder of President Trump and many other great leaders. There is much work to be done in protecting our freedoms from evil and rebuilding the loving, abundant world we all seek. Highlights Rebuilding and protecting future freedoms. Celebrating victory without vengeance. Recognizing Trump’s challenges and public journey. The impact of challenge on American unity. Charles Darwin and spirituality in Galapagos. Finding balance between science and faith. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Time to Get Back to Work!
01/03/2025
Time to Get Back to Work!
We are in tenuous times in America right now leading up to the Presidential inauguration. There has been weeks too long of celebration, relaxing and taking our eye off the ball. We are vulnerable and we're seeing that manifest in the recent coordinated attacks. Please, get focused again. Back to your post as we say in the military. Keep your guard up, prepare for challenges, keep America Great through these next few weeks! Highlights Alarm over America’s complacency. The “arrival syndrome” danger. Darren Hardy’s New Year challenge. The cycle of hard and good times. Warning: Terrorist attack risks. The danger of letting your guard down. Lessons from submarine deployment. Navigating a weak period for America. The impact of H-1B visas on US jobs. Teaching work ethic to the next generation. Importance of getting back to work. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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2025 Kickoff - Don't Miss Out!
12/20/2024
2025 Kickoff - Don't Miss Out!
I'm offering my clients and those interested in my help on their financial journey 30 min in January-February to lay out and strategize the intentions for 2025 and the next 3-5 years. This comes at a tremendous time cost and yet I'm 100% committed and confident it will add value to you and your future. Highlights Kickoff meetings for clients. Financial health: cashflow, protection, and wealth. Wealth is stored energy. Cashflow: the lifeblood of financial health. Emphasis on relevance and value. Growing the team to manage burnout. The power of giving value first. Importance of accountability partners. Optimism vs. realism: Stockdale’s paradox. Relevance and ongoing cashflow. Risks of entitlement vs. business. 2025: A year to stay relevant and fulfilled. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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The Priceless Value of Liquidity and Control with Randy Wilson
12/13/2024
The Priceless Value of Liquidity and Control with Randy Wilson
In this last segment of my second appearance on the Rich Mind podcast with Randy Wilson, we dig deep into the uses of cash value and how it is pivotal to growing wealth long term for yourself and your future generations. Highlights Global optimism post-election Optimism in real estate and markets Energy independence and economic outlook Discussion on cash value and its uses Understanding collateral borrowing against assets Utilizing life insurance policy loans for investments Safe liquid investment explained Importance of control in financial management Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Connect with Randy Wilson Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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The Power of Optimizing Cash Flow and using Family Banking in Every Stage of Life with Randy Wilson
12/10/2024
The Power of Optimizing Cash Flow and using Family Banking in Every Stage of Life with Randy Wilson
In this part two of my second appearance on the Rich Mind podcast with Randy Wilson, I discuss the importance and method of Optimizing Cash Flow and discuss Family Banking's role in Legacy and how it works for you throughout each stage of your life. Highlights Mindset shift and wealth-building. Importance of early financial planning. Family’s response to life challenges. Teaching young clients about insurance. Optimizing whole life insurance for tax benefits. Building efficient financial strategies. Growth, income, and legacy phases. Legacy planning with life insurance. Value of accessing home equity. Creating a financial legacy through strategic planning. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Connect with Randy Wilson Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Family Banking - Getting to your Financial Goals with Certainty!
12/06/2024
Family Banking - Getting to your Financial Goals with Certainty!
In this part of my second appearance on the Rich Mind podcast with Randy Wilson, I dig into the importance of operating your financial life on two parallel paths, the protection side of which most Americans ignore at their own peril. Highlights Thanksgiving Reflection and Future Hope. The Logic of Listening at 2X Speed. Background and Foundation of Life Insurance. Term vs. Whole Life Insurance Simplified. Financial Planning: Parallel Paths Concept. Generational Wealth Building with Life Insurance. Personal Experience Driving Insurance Needs. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Connect with Randy Wilson Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review b Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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AI, Using it Wrong will Destroy Trust and Reputation
11/22/2024
AI, Using it Wrong will Destroy Trust and Reputation
The AI revolution is developing like most previous disrupting technology trends, with everyone in a scramble to use it more than their competitors. And just like previous cycles, many are making grave mistakes. Tricking your customers into thinking a computer is actually you, the one they trust will destroy your sales and relevance when they find out. Highlights Misconceptions and recess appointments. Embracing unemotional, fact-based dialogue. The significance of recess appointments throughout history. Women’s intuition and male risk-taking instincts. The role of human instinct in facing new technology threats. The ethical dilemma of AI and maintaining customer trust. AI’s threat if indistinguishable from humans. Outsourcing risks to personal and professional reputation. The importance of maintaining involvement in customer relationships. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Creating a Rich Mind and Wealth with Randy Wilson
11/15/2024
Creating a Rich Mind and Wealth with Randy Wilson
Podcaster and good friend Randy Wilson invited me onto the Rich Mind podcast to discuss generational wealth and legacy. Learn how to create wealth, hold onto it and educate the future generations to do the same. Highlights Wealth vs. Legacy: Defining Key Concepts. Importance of Investing in Yourself. Opportunity Cost: Using Cash vs. Borrowing. Embracing Boring Businesses: Opportunity in Overlooked Industries. Infinite Banking: A Tool for Legacy Planning. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Connect with Randy Wilson Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Heal America to Save the World, Start TODAY
11/08/2024
Heal America to Save the World, Start TODAY
The 2024 election is in the history books. Now it is time to show what true leadership is all about. Come together, embrace those that voted differently than you did and work as a united country to save the world. This means no in-fighting and rather seeing the true common enemy - the spread of evil across the globe that is leading directly to WW3, something that was a foregone conclusion until last night. We can fix all of this and bring prosperity to our country and the world that can last for a century - Listen in to find out how. Highlights Post-election reflection and gratitude. Unity against a common enemy. Strengthening family and society. Misunderstandings about abortion rights. Lessons from election losses. Belief in divine intervention. The cycle of strong and weak individuals. The importance of limited government and constitutional fidelity. Future political vision: potential years of conservative governance. Reaching out to those disillusioned by the election. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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FOCUS is always the key to sustained and extraordinary success
10/25/2024
FOCUS is always the key to sustained and extraordinary success
Financial advisors are perhaps most well known for their milk toast advice to create a 'diversified portfolio of blah, blah and blah'. Business owners don't follow balance and diversification, they Focus just as Olympic athletes and anyone at the top of their field does. I teach my clients to focus for Agency - listen in to hear why and how. Highlights Voting for optimism and unity. Bringing optimism to counter negativity. Shepherding clients like a guide. Challenges and opportunities in financial management. Free-market economics and Nelson Nash. Focus vs. diversification in investing. Elon Musk and leadership focus. Wealth as a tool for cash flow. Protect the number one asset: yourself. Self-reflection and personal empowerment. Be the rhinoceros: bold and focused. Importance of early voting and pride. Overcoming personal challenges with focus. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Early Voting, Hurricanes and the Formula for an Abundant Life - What a Blast!
10/18/2024
Early Voting, Hurricanes and the Formula for an Abundant Life - What a Blast!
I update the Gulch on the hurricanes and make a renewed push for Early Voting. Then I discuss a very misunderstood financial issue - how to grow wealth with certainty and then not outlive your money in retirement. Highlights Eye of the storm: Hurricane Milton impact. Personal experience with rising water surge. Importance of voting early. Two parallel paths: protection and wealth. Exponential growth of wealth accumulation. Critical retirement planning insights. Encouraging continuous work post-retirement. Significance of longevity risk in retirement. Overview of retirement income strategies. Flooring method for income security. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Zero Red Flags - Only do deals with Good People
09/27/2024
Zero Red Flags - Only do deals with Good People
I start with another huge push to bank your vote early - there are 5-6 states already open and we NEED to get all our friends to vote as soon as possible to help those in the swing states trying to get all patriots registered and their vote counted. If you vote, they know they can now focus on someone else! How do you avoid the risks of investing with a crook who will Take your money, an idiot who will Lose your money, or a lazy person who just doesn't Shephard your money? Only do investments where there have been absolutely NO red flags that concerned you, and with people you know very well and are of the highest character. Highlights Importance of early voting to avoid election day issues. Advocating for gun owner registration in Pennsylvania. Ensuring zero red flags in investment decisions. Personal story of lost investment due to ignoring red flags. Story of fraud in the oil and gas industry. Coaching insight on good vs. bad people in deals. Lesson from Warren Buffet on dealing with good people. Personal accountability and character in business relations. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Our Path to Lasting Freedom is Within Reach, Need YOUR Help!
09/13/2024
Our Path to Lasting Freedom is Within Reach, Need YOUR Help!
This is feedback on the Trump-Harris debate and actions I need every listener who loves their family, their country and their freedoms to take today. Please listen in, take notes and take action - We're going to preserve this amazing Nation for another 250 years. Highlights Feedback on Trump-Harris debate Importance of identifying and countering misinformation Mobilizing friends and family to vote Risks if Kamala Harris becomes President Rebutting Kamala Harris’ radical agenda Trump’s plan: America First Recognizing media bias Comparing the upcoming election to past pivotal elections The significance of having strong arguments against gaslighting Steps for building a large pro-Trump voter base Urging early and consistent voting for Trump Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Vote Early! Investing with High Rates in a Sketchy Economy
09/06/2024
Vote Early! Investing with High Rates in a Sketchy Economy
I start off this episode laying out my case for why it is vital you and everyone you know Banks their Vote as soon as possible. Don't wait for the made-up crisis to prevent your vote from being counted on election day. Then - How can we still invest with high mortgage rates and in an unstable economy? You have to be smarter, more judicious with your capital. And be skeptical that the worst scenario will come true. There are hundreds of syndications doing 'capital calls' for their members, I'm in 3 of them. Stay liquid, stay alert and ask good questions - listen in for a full layout of the approach for today's alternative investor. Highlights Challenges with prolonged voting counts. Conservative approach to voting ethics. Article on Constitution and democracy. Telegram CEO’s arrest and free speech implications. Voting system challenges and importance of early voting. Checking voter registration through vote.org. Personal encouragement to get out and vote. Transition to economic challenges and investing. Critique of Dave Ramsey’s one-size-fits-all financial advice. Introduction to the hierarchy of wealth concept. Client story about converting potential energy into kinetic energy through investments. Strategic options for converting property equity into cashflow. Dr. Danny’s investment strategy and personalized advice. The importance of hoarding cash in times of uncertainty. Betting on oneself and reflecting God’s values in investments. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Agency is the key to health and prosperity
08/30/2024
Agency is the key to health and prosperity
I share my story of the yo-yo of dieting over the years. I've tried them all, and most are successful until I stress eat my way back to the top. What I've learned in my spiritual and financial journey of late is that Agency holds the key to the permanent solution. Listen in! Highlights Attempting different diets: experiences and results. Mention of carnivore diet and personal experience. Natural hygiene concept from Fit for Life book. Personal reasons for moving away from a meat-only diet. Consistency in dieting and exploring Fit for Life for long-term results. Discussion on separating fruit from other meals for better digestion. Why people fail at dieting: environmental influences. Importance of creating a stress-free environment. Linking financial control with health and dieting success. Analogy: A healthy person has a million dreams; an unhealthy person has one. How control over life helps in maintaining diet and health. Becoming the master of your own environment and choices. The spiritual aspect of health and imperfection. Everything created in seven days: learning through challenges. Experiences and challenges are intended for personal growth. Importance of maintaining health for achieving life goals. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Three Requirements for Permanent Financial Success
08/23/2024
Three Requirements for Permanent Financial Success
I describe two ways to look at using your current resources or advantages you have to pivot your personal life, your business, or both. First is reflection on Darren Hardy's recent Darren Daily episode on Time-Money-Wealth and using 2 of the 3 to obtain the other one. The second is similar and forms the backbone of our strategy at Paradigm Life: Cash Flow-Protection-Wealth. These three must all be in place in the end to ensure success, but you can use two of the three to achieve the desired result. However, history shows in most cases you cannot successfully use just one to get all three. Highlights Balancing life’s spinning plates. Periodic focus on different life priorities. Acknowledging the need for focus in business. Announcement of future in-person events. Key resources in life: time, money, skills. Darren Hardy’s point on resource management. Leveraging money and skills to save time. Personal anecdote: Being too business-focused. Example of hiring help to manage time. Transitioning topics to business strategy. Three financial keys: cash flow, protection, wealth. Time vs financial considerations in business. Importance of cash flow as the heartbeat of life. Cash flow’s role in avoiding poverty. Protection: Insurance and its critical role. Real-life examples of importance of protection. Leveraging insurance for financial stability. Strategic planning and asset management. Comprehensive financial statements for planning. Using Paradigm Life’s client portal for strategy. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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The Constitutional Entrepreneur with FL Rep Ryan Chamberlin
07/26/2024
The Constitutional Entrepreneur with FL Rep Ryan Chamberlin
I had the pleasure to be an early guest on the Constitutional Entrepreneur podcast with my friend and host Ryan Chamberlin. Ryan is a member of the Florida state House of Representatives. His podcast is focused on championing the efforts of entrepreneurs who believe in conservative values and preserving freedom in America. We discuss Freedom, Agency and Patriotism. Have a listen and be sure to subscribe to Congressman Ryan Chamberlin's incredible new podcast! Highlights Discussion on legacy and its importance. Building social capital and culture. Importance of relationships in politics. Balancing social impact with entrepreneurship. Thought leadership: Becoming an expert. Emphasizing long-term growth. Succession planning in business. John Maxwell on choosing your legacy. What freedom means to Gary Pinkerton. Betting on yourself as an entrepreneur. The two definitions of legacy. Financial structures for legacy endurance. Teaching legacy to future generations. Investing time in your children for legacy. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Connect with Ryan Chamberlin Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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Joe Fairless - Advice, Lessons and the Future of Apartment Investing
07/19/2024
Joe Fairless - Advice, Lessons and the Future of Apartment Investing
I interview seasoned and extremely successful real estate investor, Joe Fairless. Joe is a client, friend and business partner. He co-founded Ashcroft Capital, a private equity firm focusing on multi-family syndications across the US with over 12000 doors and nearly $3B of assets. We discuss his journey to mega-investor, lessons learned and why he sees the future for multi-family investing is as bright as it has ever been. Joe shares true nuggets of wisdom, come listen and experience this great investor. Highlights Joe’s optimistic view on challenges as growth opportunities. Joe discusses his multifamily real estate journey starting in Texas. Realization of scaling issues with single-family homes. First multifamily investment and the lessons learned from failure. Repairing investor trust by repaying out of pocket. Joe’s method of focusing only on strengths. Identifying warning signs in investments. Importance of vetting the operators behind deals. Supply and demand challenges in the current multifamily market. Interest rate predictions and supply considerations for 2024. Benefits of pursuing challenges for personal and professional growth. Ashcroft Capital’s current offerings and 2024 outlook. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Connect with Joe Fairless Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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The Case for Trump in 2024 with Christopher Kyle Ash
07/12/2024
The Case for Trump in 2024 with Christopher Kyle Ash
My guest today was a staunch Bernie Sanders follower in 2016 and voted for Joe Biden in 2020. Today he is passionate about righting those mistakes. His eyes have been opened and he's concerned at his core that we have got to get Trump in office to immediately start repairing the damage the establishment has done for so many years. I'm confident you will appreciate what he has to say. Highlights Misinformation and election fears. Comparisons to Nazi Germany. Trump’s policies on the economy. Media propaganda and mainstream deception. Reliable news sources and independent journalism. Personal health and COVID lockdown experiences. The importance of voting in person. Christopher’s podcast and outreach efforts. Encouragement to stay informed and take action. Dietary advice and health warnings. Links and Resources from this Episode Connect with Gary Pinkerton Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review Make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes.
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