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Debt Dilemmas, Pandemic Policies, and the Future of Money with Carol Roth (Ep. 64)

Debt Dilemmas, Pandemic Policies, and the Future of Money with Carol Roth (Ep. 64)

Curious about how the government’s pandemic response impacted small businesses? What are the lasting impacts of the Federal Reserve’s market interventions and mounting debts?

Join Brent Mekosh and his guest Carol Roth, a Recovering Investment Banker as well as an author and media figure, as they dive into the government’s response to the pandemic and how it has affected small businesses.

Carol explores the unequal treatment of small businesses compared to big corporations while also giving some insights into her latest book, “You’ll Own Nothing.” 

Carol discusses:

  • Her background and career experiences
  • The government’s response to the pandemic and the ways it impacted small businesses
  • Potential setbacks the government may face in financing debt and some of the implications for the economy
  • Ways the end of private property affects wealth creation and individual rights
  • What you should know about digital currencies
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Carol Roth is the Creator of the Future File® legacy planning system, a national media personality, a billion-dollar dealmaker, a brand spokesperson, an investor, a board member, and a bestselling author.

Her legacy planning product, Future File, helps people organize their wishes and information and then creates a roadmap for their loved ones to follow in the case of incapacitation (dementia, Alzheimer’s, medical issue) and/or death to save grief, money and time in their loved ones’ biggest time of need.

Carol also has experience in every type of on-camera format imaginable, including hosting (Microsoft’s Office Small Business Academy Series) reality competition/judge (Mark Burnett & Intel’s America’s Greatest Makers show) & live multimedia commentary, which includes business, finance, the economy, current events, politics & pop culture.

Decoding Crypto: Navigating Bitcoin with Natalie Brunell (Ep. 63)

Decoding Crypto: Navigating Bitcoin with Natalie Brunell (Ep. 63)

You’ve heard about Bitcoin and cryptocurrency on the news and through social media. But what about its application in your financial portfolio? What role does it play in investments, both personally and worldwide?

Explore the exciting world of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies with Brent Mekosh and guest Natalie Brunell, the host of the Coin Stories Podcast. This week, they dive into the disconnect between the economy and financial markets while addressing the challenges of our current financial system. 

Talking points include: 

  • Reasons there’s a disconnect between the economy and financial markets
  • The potential impact of Bitcoin on the global financial system
  • Ways Bitcoin can work as a powerful tool when it comes to cyberwarfare and rebuilding prosperity
  • What you need to know about digital assets 
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Natalie Brunell is a podcast host, educator, and media commentator in the Bitcoin space.Her popular show, Coin Stories, features interviews with Bitcoin thought leaders about their backgrounds, convictions for BTC, and headlines related to finance and economic issues facing society. Coin Stories is the #1 woman-hosted Bitcoin podcast in the world.

Previously, Natalie was an award-winning TV journalist and investigative reporter. For more than ten years, she covered in-depth local and national news topics and holds an Emmy for breaking news coverage.

Prior to making an investment decision, please consult with your financial advisor about your situation. The prominent underlying risk of using Bitcoin as a medium of exchange is that it is not authorized or regulated by any central bank. Bitcoin issuers are not registered with the SEC, and the Bitcoin marketplace is currently unregulated. Bitcoin and other crypto currencies are a very speculative investment and involves a high degree of risk. Investors must have the financial ability, sophistication/experience, and willingness to bear the risks of an investment, and a potential total loss of their investment.

Here’s What’s Happening in the Commercial Real Estate Space with Andrew Cheney (Ep. 51)

Here’s What’s Happening in the Commercial Real Estate Space with Andrew Cheney (Ep. 51)

While many people are focused on the cost of homes and residential real estate, many others are focused on commercial properties and office spaces. 

In this episode, Brent Mekosh is joined by Andrew Cheney from The Coppola Cheney Group at Lee & Associates to explore the ins and outs of commercial properties and how they are driving the market in cities such as Phoenix, Arizona.

Listen in and find out how location, construction costs, and vacancy rates play a crucial role in determining the pricing of these spaces.

Andrew discusses:

  • What drives the real estate market growth
  • The value of office collaboration and reasons why real estate is cyclical 
  • Ways the amenities of a property add to the market pricing
  • A snapshot of commercial real estate across different cities in the United States  
  • Potential challenges in the commercial real estate market, including the impact of the pandemic, commute time, and upcoming debt
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Andrew Cheney is an experienced commercial real estate broker who specializes in office & industrial sales and leasing. He became a Principal at Lee & Associates Arizona in 2009, the fastest Associate to complete this process in the Arizona office.

Within Lee & Associates, Craig Coppola, Gregg Kafka, and Andrew lead The Coppola-Cheney Group. The Coppola-Cheney Group is the number one office leasing and sales team in Lee & Associates’ history. They provide a higher level of brokerage skills, market knowledge, and the ability to negotiate our clients’ transactions.