LFG: Let’s F$$king Grow: Life Hacks on How to Maximize Every Dollar

About LFG: Let’s F$$king Grow: Life Hacks on How to Maximize Every Dollar

Join Ivan May and Jordan Mantel as they get raw and real about making money and saving money from a millennial approach. Our core emphasis is helping you learn about all aspects of personal finance and providing the tools to exponentially grow your net worth. Dive deep with personal finance experts where we all learn how to hack long term investing, tax optimization, credit card utilization, budgeting, and more.

Publisher

Ivan May & Jordan Mantel

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Sept 2020

Latest episode

24 May 2021

Latest episodes

3 of 18 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   24 May 2021TRANSCRIPT

   First time home buying in 2020 and 2021 with Robby Swartchick

   Jordan and Ivan get to sit down with friend, flag football teammate, and recent home buyer Robby Swartchick. Robby and his family purchased a home in Rancho San Diego, CA in early to mid 2020 when things were just starting to get hot in the real estate markets. He talks about their experience with the home buying process and things that worked for them. Financing, making an offer, and long term goals are dishes out during this episode. You won’t want to miss this one! Instagram: @rswartchick

2. 

   29 Apr 2021TRANSCRIPT

   Young & Hustlin: How Side Hustles are Keys to Growth

   This episode gives an inside look at how we as young individuals can grow exponentially with side hustles. A quick interview with our very own Jordan Mantel, paints a picture of how one can go from an amateur to a master at the service or product they provide. Investing in the stock market, real estate, and cryptocurrencies is important for the long term, but investing in ourselves is the most important investment. If you want to learn more about Jordan’s story feel free to DM us. If you have side hustles of your own and want to help others we would love to have you on the pod.

3. 

   11 Mar 2021TRANSCRIPT

   Stocks are Red, Time to Sell?

   Uh-oh... stocks are red! Are we experiencing a market correction? Jordan and Ivan dive deep into the state of the market, staying true to your core investment philosophy, and dollar cost averaging your favorite index funds and stocks. Remember guys, history tells us that the market always go UP.

4. 

   25 Feb 2021

   Millennial Entrepreneurship with Bruce Rubio

   In today's society, Entrepreneurship is the new shiny toy. EVERYONE wants to be their own boss, but do you have what it takes? In this LFG episode, Jordan and Ivan chop it up with the founder of Patriot Exterior Services, Bruce Rubio. Bruce gives us raw insight into his entrepreneur journey, what it takes to be successful to be your own boss, taking action when you're scared, and managing your time effectively. Is getting a degree necessary? Bruce gives his insight on why creating your own brand and business model is the way to go. Bruce is now one of the top exterior cleaning service providers in all of Southern California. Listen up, young bulls! This one is a gem. Instagram - @patriot_exterior

5. 

   10 Feb 2021

   Understanding Real Estate to Grow your Net Worth with Daniel Martinho

   Has the real estate market ever been so hot!? Ivan and Jordan sit down with Real Estate professional Daniel Martinho to discuss he current market craze. Daniel breaks down Real Estate in a way so that newbies to the game can understand while also adding to an experts knowledge. Is it better to buy or went? How much house do I need versus want? How can real estate help me financially? Listen closely and take notes because you don’t want to miss some of these great tips. Daniel Martinho DRE #02040416 Phone Number: (858) 260-0567 Instagram: Daniel_martinho3

6. 

   27 Jan 2021

   Startup AirBnB Side Hustle Without Owning a Property!

   No need to own your own property to make money with AirBnB guys! Join us as we hold a conversation about how we can create a side hustle with AirBnB, without owning the property.  Sure... there are startup costs that are needed to be successful, but not a 20K down payment! Jordan and Ivan speak with Short Term Real Estate Professional Eliott Long to learn more about his strategy and what has worked for him. Being based in San Diego, CA he is in one of the hot markets for short term renting. He goes over tools, applications, and things to look for when acquiring and running your rental.  With the hospitality industry beat down during 2020, a resurgence is upon us and maybe this strategy is a good opportunity to look at. Tools and Apps: https://www.igms.com https://www.vrbo.com https://www.usewheelhouse.com Contact Info: eliottlong@gmail.com, Instagram - Eliott_Long

7. 

   14 Jan 2021

   A Digital Asset Class: Bitcoin is For Real

   With the current Bitcoin run up and the devaluation of the dollar, is Bitcoin something we should all be looking at? Is it just a craze? Is it a bubble? Or is this an asset that we should all think of including in our portfolios? Jordan and Ivan sit down with longterm Bitcoin Investor and Enthusiast Cardwell Lynch to learn more. Some of the questions a lot of people want to know are discussed and answered. While half way around the world and a day ahead Cardwell talks about why Bitcoin has legs this time around, much different than years past. References: https://bitcoin.org/en/bitcoin-paper https://100trillionusd.github.io https://www.kanaandkatana.com/blog/2020/11/09/year-2020-highlights *Disclaimer* - We are not financial experts and are only personal finance enthusiast discussing interesting topics.

8. 

   24 Dec 2020

   Formulating Your Path to Your 1st $1M!

   Soooo... how do you get your first $1M in the bank?! With building savings, long term investments, compound interest, and side hustles we can all get there quicker than you think. Jordan and Ivan break down the three essential steps for climbing the ladder to your first $1M.

9. 

   9 Dec 2020

   Is Your Next 100X Stock Coming in 2021? IPO’s & How They Can Help Grow Your Net Worth!

   With so many new interesting IPO’s over the last couple years, Ivan and Jordan talk about new companies that have recently gone public in 2020 and that will hit the market in 2021. Will one of these companies be the next Amazon, Tesla, or Apple of our generation? 2020 Key IPO's - Peleton, Slack, AirBnB, Lemonade, Rackspace, DoorDash, Wish, QuantumScape, Rocket Companies, XPENG, LI Auto, and more! 2021 Key IPO's - Petco, Roblox, Bumble, Instacart, AppLovin, UpStart, UIPath, OscarHealth, NextDoor App, Ascensus, Affirm, and more!

10. 

    2 Dec 2020

    Market Ups & Downs, Stock Sector Interests, & Ensuring Consistency: 2020 Market Update

    Sheesh! What a year it's been - Jordan and Ivan discuss the 2020 market and the ups-and-downs that we’ve experienced. The primary investment indexes are higher now than ever before, even with the economic and social issues this year has brought. As young individuals, we all need to stay the course and ensure consistency with our investment strategy.

11. 

    18 Nov 2020

    Tis the Season: Capitalizing on Credit Card Rewards

    We all look forward to the holiday season! Giving, family gatherings, and an insane amount of food- but what also comes at this time of year is more spending! The system is set up for us to take advantage of credit card rewards to reap the benefits of responsible spending and keep more money in our pockets and investments. It's simple: if you're going to spend money, get paid to do so! Jordan and Ivan discuss how we can all take advantage of the big, bad credit card companies in order to receive cash back, credited statements, and travel for free. Listen closely for which cards have the best bonuses and think hard about your spending habits to find the best cards for you! Our referral codes for our favorite cards are below: AMEX Gold: Apply for an American Express Card with this link. We can both get rewarded if you're approved! http://refer.amex.us/JORDAMsqLZ?XL=MIACP AMEX Blue Cash Preferred: Apply for an American Express Card with this link. We can both get rewarded if you're approved! http://refer.amex.us/JORDAMeQV4?XL=MIACP Capital One Venture: https://capital.one/32WkTn4 Earn 75,000 bonus points with Chase Sapphire Preferred. I can be rewarded, learn more. https://www.referyourchasecard.com/m/6a/6L5/G9F9/1567717293 Links: -https://www.asksebby.com/credit-card-offers -https://www.creditcards.com -https://www.bankrate.com/finance/credit-cards/todays-best-credit-cards/ -https://www.nerdwallet.com/the-best-credit-cards?trk_copy=hpbestcc

12. 

    11 Nov 2020

    Time is of the Essence: Start Early and Often

    The boys get into current market conditions, review investment terms, and talk about personal investment experiences. Learn more about compound interest and how important it is to start investing sooner than later. The compound interest calculator is pulled out and actual examples are discussed. You work hard for your money so now let your money work hard for you.

13. 

    4 Nov 2020

    Airbnb for Me: Building a 6-figure Real Estate business with George Mevawala

    Oh boy! Jordan and Ivan chop it up with guest speaker and award winning Realtor, AirBnB Superhost with 1,100 + 5-star reviews, and Investor George Mavewala. George delves deep into how he established a 6-figure AirBnB business in less than 5 years, becoming the go to guy in Scottsdale for short-term rental buying and listings. This business model is one like we've never seen guys, so if you have thought about short-term rentals as an additional source of income, this is the episode for you! We unpack what it's like to go from an 8-5 to creating a well oiled real estate machine. George Mevawala Instagram: @mevcity Email: gmevawala@gmail.con Website: https://travelscottsdalearizona.com

14. 

    28 Oct 2020

    Millennial Debt & How to Attack it!

    The boys are back to discuss personal stories about their financial journeys with debt, how they have overcome these situations, and the action plan to pay it off. Whether it’s student loans, credit card debt, installment loans, etc, its time to make this problem visible. Setup a plan to start living your rich life but also look at alternative ways to offset interest. Money can grow and be owed at the same time, so do what feels comfortable. Below is our favorite credit card payoff calculator! You can't take action if you don't have a plan. https://www.bankrate.com/calculators/credit-cards/credit-card-payoff-calculator.aspx

15. 

    21 Oct 2020

    Compound Interest: The Ultimate Catalyst To Living Your Own Rich Life: Financial Planner Jet Carter

    Guest Speaker Alert! Financial Planner Jet Carter makes an appearance on LFG to discuss how long term investing can enable you to live your own rich life. What should we do when planning our own investment strategy? What should we invest in for the long term? Jordan, Ivan, and Jet discuss multiple long term investing topics that you won't want to miss! Check out our links below for Jet's personal contact information, a highly useful investment calculator, an informative video on compound interest, and a link for one of our favorite investment books. https://www.calculator.net/investment-calculator.html https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=wf91rEGw88Q https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Path-Wealth-financial-independence/dp/1533667926 Jet Carter: (512) 328-9801 jet@griffingrp.com instagram: @jetwcarter

16. 

    14 Oct 2020

    Feed Your Savings System!

    Jordan and Ivan are at again with information concerning how to manage your savings and investments. Now that you have your budget in place, let’s maximize what we can do with what we save, while making sure our “911” account is intact. What accounts should we be holding our hard earned money in where it won’t fall behind inflation? Tune in as we give you the foundation to feed your savings system! Check out our links below to set up your high yield interest savings account, Roth IRA, 401(k), and brokerage accounts. https://www.ally.com/bank/online-savings-account/ https://www.bankrate.com/banking/savings/best-high-yield-interests-savings-accounts/ https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/what-is-how-to-open-brokerage-account https://www.nerdwallet.com/best/investing/online-brokers-for-stock-trading https://www.investopedia.com/terms/r/rothira.asp https://www.investopedia.com/articles/retirement/08/401k-info.asp

17. 

    7 Oct 2020

    Pay Yourself First

    Jordan and Ivan discuss budgeting and hacks on how we can trim the fat and start paying yourself first. A realistic budget is the key to your personal financial growth and ultimately provides the foundation for maximizing every dollar. Budget Template: https://templates.office.com/en-us/personal-monthly-budget-tm04101071 DM or leave a review with questions or for topics you want to hear more about!

18. 

    30 Sept 2020

    Intro: The LFG Why?

    The LFG Podcast kicks off with Ivan and Jordan discussing their background and what peaked their interest in personal finance. They talk about their purpose for creating the show and provide insight for future topics that will be addressed in episodes to come.

Inside a recent episode

First time home buying in 2020 and 2021 with Robby Swartchick

Published 24 May 2021 · Transcript excerpt

[…] Line your own. Yeah, I know. I just wanted to say Robbie. I'm here for you and your family. And that's awesome. Appreciate it. It's really. I just, I think it's cool to see in how, you know, people that are our age, they think of ways to basically propel themselves and to a better financial situation. […]

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