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Welcome to the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today I’m calling out the elephant in the room—why you’ll probably never actually spend your retirement savings, and what the heck to do about it. I’m getting real about what decades of money discipline actually do to your brain and why even with a mountain of cash, you might still feel “broke adjacent.”We’ll bust the myths, flip the script on the traditional retirement model, and talk about turning your discipline into freedom (not a cage). If you want to know how to stop hoarding, start living, and finally get some joy from what you’ve built, this one’s for you.IN THIS EPISODE, I COVER:Why 1 out of 3 retirees never touch their nest egg (and why that's not the "win" you think)The identity crisis nobody preps you for—why disciplined savers hit a wall in retirementThe critical mindset shift: it’s not about going from builder to spender, it’s about becoming a stewardHow to design your own financial “joy points” and train yourself to actually enjoy

Ready for the raw truth about becoming a millionaire? On this episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show, I’m pulling back the curtain on the real deal nobody’s telling you. Forget the champagne and confetti. I’ve been on both sides—crossed the seven-figure line, lost a chunk of it to a Ponzi scheme, and built it back bigger. Today, I’m breaking down the six surprising truths about the millionaire milestone and giving you the actual recipe for building lasting wealth—no magic tricks, no hype, just what works.If you think hitting seven figures is your finish line, I’ve got news that just might change everything about your financial journey. Let’s get real, let’s get a little edgy, and let’s set your money machine up to run right—so you can live a life by choice, not by chance.IN THIS EPISODE, I REVEAL:Why that million-dollar screenshot is just a receipt (not the life-changing moment you think it is)The boring, repeatable steps that actually build wealth—while everyone else chases shiny distractionsHow emo

Welcome back to the Building Your Money Machine Show! In this episode, I’m tackling the number one question I get from would-be investors: “Should I wait for the market to drop before I buy in?” We’re busting the myth of perfect market timing and digging into some wild data that’ll flip how you see investing forever.Picture those childhood jump rope games — standing on the sidelines, waiting for the perfect moment to jump in. That’s exactly how most people treat the stock market. Spoiler: perfect timing is a myth even the pros can’t pull off! We’ll talk about the real costs of waiting, why trying to buy at the lowest point will crush your long-term results, and how staying out of the market is one of the most expensive money mistakes you can make. I even share how sitting out a whole DECADE cost me millions—and why I’ll never make that mistake again.This is about getting off the sidelines, getting in the game, and letting your money machine work for you, no matter how crazy the headlines feel.IN TODAY’S EPISO

Welcome back to the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m flipping the old-school financial script and shining a spotlight on your 40s — and why this is actually your moment to crush it when it comes to building wealth (yep, even if you think you missed the boat in your 20s). Forget the doom and gloom advice that says it's too late. I’m here with some math, real stories, and a healthy dose of tough love to show you why your 40s can be the most powerful decade for stacking your cash and building your freedom.I’ll break down exactly what makes this decade different — the compounding magic, why having more money a little later beats having less money early, and how to make moves that count instead of sitting on the sidelines. We even get into the big trap people fall into (guilty as charged), and how to ignore the hype to play a much smarter, simpler game that actually gets results.So, if you’re ready to stop living by default and start living by design, this episode’s for you—regardless of your age.

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show, where I get real about the financial signs you might be ignoring — and the silent signals that could leave you broke in five years (even if you’re checking all the boxes and hustling like crazy).I’m Mel Abraham, and today, I’m pulling from 30-plus years in the trenches to reveal the patterns I see over and over again. Whether you’re crushing it on the income front, saving religiously, or waiting for the “perfect time” to start investing, this episode is all about waking up to the habits that can quietly sabotage everything you’re working for.It’s not about paranoia. It’s about learning how to spot and fix the blind spots — before they become regrets. No sugar-coating, just the raw truths you need to start building real wealth and a life by choice. Let’s do this.IN TODAY’S EPISODE, I BREAK DOWN:The toxic myth of “I’ll start investing when…” — and why waiting costs you more than you thinkLifestyle inflation: how every raise or bonus can disappe

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! This time, I’m pulling back the curtain on what took me 47 years to figure out, and giving it to you in just 18 minutes. Let’s get brutally honest: most people are playing the money game backwards. The number in your bank account is growing, but is your actual life? Are you designing the life you want, or just chasing a finish line that keeps moving every time you get close?I’ll share the wake-up calls that made me question everything—from my son’s eye-opening drawing to the smack-in-the-face mountain bike crash, and the lessons I watched my mom learn the hard way. Forget chasing someone else’s idea of enough—this is about clarity, not just cash.If you’re tired of running for a number that belongs to someone else, this episode is your reset button. Get ready to challenge comparison, design your own definition of success, and finally put your life—not your spreadsheet—back in the driver’s seat.IN TODAY'S EPISODE, I BREAK DOWN:The danger o

Ever wish you could see your financial future just by the words you use? On this episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show, I pull back the curtain on the eight phrases I've heard again and again across thousands of money conversations — and how each one quietly predicts exactly where your financial life is headed. Spoiler alert: you’ve probably said at least one of these this week!If you’re ready to break free from financial stress, get real about your money story, and start building a life by choice, this episode is for you. Let’s ditch the autopilot, challenge the scripts you’ve been handed, and talk about what’s really driving your results. Fun, raw, and unapologetically honest — we’re going in!IN THIS EPISODE, I CALL OUT:The sneaky phrase you use to justify purchases that’s keeping you stuckWhy “I deserve this” can either be your ticket to celebration or just another excuseHow innocently stacking payments is quietly derailing your bigger financial dreamsThe two simple statements that guarantee

Welcome to the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, we're calling out all the so-called "rules" about where your finances are “supposed” to be. Forget the tired benchmarks and cookie-cutter numbers you see plastered all over the Internet. I’m here to give you the real deal—the 8 signs you’re actually going to be okay financially, on your terms, not somebody else’s.Too many people waste energy comparing themselves to averages and end up feeling behind. That ends right now. In this episode, I’m sharing the honest truth about what financial security really looks like—and spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with hitting someone else’s magic number. This is about building YOUR money machine and living a life you actually want.Ready to get off the hamster wheel? Let’s do this—let’s talk about how to master your money, crush stress, and finally step into that life by choice.IN THIS EPISODE, I COVER:Why knowing your real “enough” number beats chasing generic milestones every day of the weekThe diff

Ready to level up your life and your wallet? In this episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show, I’m dropping the nine Buy It For Life items that are 100% worth the money — and trust me, this is not your boring shopping list. We’re getting real about where spending serious cash is actually smart, not flashy. I’m breaking down what upgrades will save your back, your relationships, and your sanity in the long run.I’ll show you where cheap thinking costs you more, and why investing in yourself, your experiences, and your peace is the key move for building a life that actually feels rich — not just looks it on paper. Stick with me to the end, because the last few on this list are the ones that’ll change everything (and you can’t order those online).IN TODAY'S EPISODE, I COVER:Why your mattress and your shoes might be silently draining your energy, focus, and even your bank accountThe hidden costs of buying cheap (especially when it’s gear or tools you use every day)The big difference between having weal

Welcome to a jaw-dropping episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. I'm taking you inside the real story of how a family blew through $145 million in just five years — and what you can do to make sure it never happens to you. This isn't some Wall Street meltdown or outside catastrophe. We're talking mistakes so common, you might find yourself in the story.I break down the real reasons massive wealth disappears, why having money is not the same as knowing how to steward it, and the simple but lethal errors that drain fortunes. More importantly, I reveal the five rules that transformed $5 million into $30 million so you can get your hands on the steering wheel of your financial future.Ready for some hard truths, real talk, and tools to make sure you're building wealth that actually lasts? Let’s roll.IN TODAY’S EPISODE, I COVER:Why “blind trust” is the fastest path to broke — and what engagement really meansThe disaster of having no rules or guardrails for your moneyHow relationships c

Welcome to a raw and real episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, we’re ripping the curtain back on something that almost nobody wants to talk about, why your inheritance plan (or lack of one) could be the very thing that tears your family apart. After three decades in wealth and estate planning, I’ve seen too many families break over things that had absolutely nothing to do with money and everything to do with silence, secrets, and some totally avoidable mistakes.This episode isn’t just a warning... it’s a wake-up call. If you recognize even ONE of these signs in your family, trust me, you do not want to wait until the reading of the will to handle it. We’re talking about the things that actually light the match and burn it all down: unspoken resentments, keeping score, confusing “equal” with “fair,” and using money as a control tool instead of a legacy.Let’s get honest, have the conversations that matter, and build a legacy that actually lasts.IN TODAY’S EPISODE, I CALL OUT:Why silence, not

Welcome to the Building Your Money Machine Show! In this episode, we're getting brutally honest about one of the most important tools in your wealth-building arsenal — your 401(k). After three decades as a CPA, I've sat across from every type of earner you can imagine. High rollers living paycheck to paycheck and modest folks with six-figure balances—I've seen it all. And you know what? How you use your 401(k) says a whole lot about what your future's really going to look like.Today, I’m breaking down the five types of 401(k) holders. Yep, you’re one of them (and if you're brave enough to find out which, hit play). Spoiler alert: it’s not about hitting some magic number. It's about building a life on your terms, with financial stress in your rearview mirror.This is money mastery without the shame, fluff, or fancy jargon — just real talk about what it takes to get your money machine running in the direction that actually matters to you.IN THIS EPISODE, I COVER:Why building wealth

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on seven things you’re obsessing over that are actually sabotaging your wealth — and not in the way you think. I’m talking about all the so-called “smart” money moves that keep you broke, stressed, and endlessly hustling, even though you care about your finances and you’re doing all the “right” things.Forget the distractions. It’s time to focus on what really builds wealth — and let go of the habits and beliefs that are tripping you up. I’ll hit you with real stories, tough truths, and the mindset shift you need to actually get ahead. This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who’s tired of chasing someone else’s scoreboard and ready to live life on your terms.Let’s get real. It’s not about drinking bad coffee or pinching every penny — it’s about making the big decisions that actually move the needle. Tune in and learn how to stop bleeding money and start playing to win.IN TODAY’S EPISODE, I COVER:Why obses

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m getting real about what happens after you finally build up your savings, whether that’s $50,000, $100,000, or more, and you’re staring at your account wondering, “What now?” You worked your tail off to stash that cash, but if you want to move from just not being broke to actually building wealth, you’ve got to take the next step.In this episode, I’m sharing the no-fluff, step-by-step path to turn your hard-earned savings into investments that actively work for you, even if you’ve never invested a dime before. I break down exactly how to open the right accounts, what to invest in, and, most importantly, how to get over the fear that keeps most people stuck on the sidelines. We’re talking simple, actionable moves, no jargon, no B.S., and no experience required.Stuck, scared, or feeling lost about what to do with your savings? This one’s for you. It’s time to cross that finish line and start building your money machine.IN THIS EPISODE

Welcome back to the Building Your Money Machine Show! In this episode, I’m ripping the curtain off the lies and slick sales tactics that can cost you EVERYTHING. I’m talking about the 8 big warning signs that someone is lying to you about an investment. Yep, I’ve been burned myself, lost a third of everything I owned—so you better believe I’m speaking from experience, not theory.Too many so-called “opportunities” are nothing but traps, dressed up to look like your ticket to financial freedom. And if it can happen to me, after 30-plus years as a CPA and financial pro, believe me, it can happen to anyone. This episode is raw, real, and 100 percent about keeping you on the winning side of wealth.If you want to know how to spot the cons, protect your money, and stop falling for fairy tales with a wire transfer at the end, this is your episode. I’ll give you the top red flags, the stuff even smart people miss, and why hope, not greed, is what scammers are really selling you.IN TODAY’S EPISODE, I REVEAL:The dead gi

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show, where I shake up everything you think you know about “your number” for financial freedom. You clicked on this episode because that $3 million, $5 million, $10 million figure has been bouncing around in your head, and let me tell you: you probably made it up! And no, that's not an insult — it just means you’re playing by the wrong rulebook.Here’s what most people get dead wrong: Bigger numbers do NOT equal bigger freedom. It’s about designing the life you actually want, figuring out what that costs, and stacking your income to fill the gap (with way less pressure than you think). As a 30+ year CPA, entrepreneur, and money mentor who’s built it all from scratch, burned it down, and built it again — I’m here to show you why $5 million (or even less) is more than enough for most people, in most places.If you’re tired of chasing random numbers and ready to reclaim your financial peace, hit play. Let’s get real about your money machine — no no

Ever felt guilty about spending after years of hustling, saving, and grinding your way to wealth? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show, I crack open the vault on the psychology of people who save but never spend. I reveal how the very habits that make us successful can actually trap us, and how the financial industry has wired us to hoard rather than live.If you’ve got wealth but feel anxious every time you even think about enjoying it, this episode is for you. I throw down the truth about why the conventional model fails—and what it really takes to break free and start living your rich life, not just a wealthy one.Forget just growing your accounts. Let's talk about building a life you love—on purpose.IN THIS EPISODE, I BREAK DOWN:The hidden psychological trap that keeps high achievers from enjoying their wealthWhy losing money hurts twice as much as gaining it feels good (backed by research)The difference between living a rich life and merely being wealthyHow the &qu

Welcome back to the Building Your Money Machine Show! In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on some of the hardest but most crucial money lessons I learned—sometimes the hard way—after hitting my 40s. It’s real talk about what NOT to say about your finances if you want to keep building that money machine and live life on your terms.We grew up hearing that transparency is a virtue. But when it comes to money, there’s a version of “openness” that’ll cost you more than any bad investment. Forget playing it safe for the crowd—this is about protecting what you’ve worked your butt off to build. Believe me, I found out first-hand when a friend’s intro pulled me straight into a Ponzi scheme. Not my proudest moment, but it taught me the power of keeping your mouth shut about the wrong things.If you’re in your 40s, 50s, or beyond and you’re climbing that wealth mountain, it’s time to get strategic about your privacy. Tune in for a real, unfiltered look at why discretion isn’t about fear—it’s a financial strateg

Welcome back to the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the biggest financial myths out there — your net worth number. You might be watching that number climb and thinking, “I’m making it!”… but if you’re feeling stuck, stressed, or anything but free, it’s time for a serious reality check. Your net worth might be lying to you — not because the math is wrong, but because you’re answering the wrong question.This episode, I’m breaking down the crucial difference between looking rich on paper and actually being wealthy (hint: it’s about choices and freedom, not just bigger numbers). We’ll talk investable net worth — what really fuels your financial freedom, why your house and shiny stuff don’t count in your “money machine,” and the three critical things that can make or break your shot at living life on your terms.Ready to ditch the traditional “net worth” trap and start building real wealth that works for you? I’m bringing you the unfiltered, CPA-tough-love you’ve been

Welcome back to the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, we’re getting real—breaking down the psychology and mindset of people with outrageously high financial IQs. We’re not talking “get-rich” hype or born-with-it talent. I’m sharing the seven game-changing traits I’ve seen after three decades as a CPA, entrepreneur, and money mentor—stuff that ANYONE (yup, you too!) can learn and put into play, starting right now.I’ll reveal the difference between just making money and actually building lasting freedom. You’ll hear why most money lessons are caught, not taught, why your income might be a shiny leash, and what to do so your brain stops sabotaging your money goals. If you ever wondered why your bank account doesn’t reflect your hard work—this one’s for you.So if you’re ready to take off the training wheels and start building your financial future with intention—tune in. It’s time to master your money and live a life by choice (not by paycheck).IN THIS EPISODE, I COVER:Why financial IQ isn’t a gift—it&apos