Investing For Freedom with Mike Ayala
459 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 200 ratingsDiscover proven strategies and advice to find true financial freedom with investor, speaker, and business founder Mike Ayala. Mike shares inspirational in-depth success stories from industry leaders at the top of their game. Guests include real estate investing experts, business founders, and more. Every episode is packed with value and wisdom for anyone looking to live a life of freedom.
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Diego Corzo | Your Greatest Setbacks Can Lead to Your Greatest Successes
September 17, 2020 14:01 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MBOn this episode of Investing For Freedom, Mike is joined by Diego Corzo. Diego is a part of GoBundance and brings us on his journey, telling us how he went from being an undocumented kid struggling to get through college, to becoming a millionaire before his 20s are out!
Mindset & Money | Re-Create Yourself
September 14, 2020 13:20 - 8 minutes - 11.8 MBIn this episode of Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala discusses recreation, telling us all why it’s so important to keep recreation in your time budget and how it can helpful on your pursuit of Investing for Freedom. Enjoy!
Gabriel Hamel | Creating Financial Freedom Through Real Estate
September 10, 2020 17:41 - 50 minutes - 68.9 MBIn today's episode of Investing For Freedom Mike brings on Gabriel Hamel, who speaks on his real estate investing journey and how he got started. Enjoy!
Mindset & Money | Time, Knowledge, and Money
September 07, 2020 12:53 - 11 minutes - 15.2 MBIn this episode of the Investing For Freedom podcast, Mike speaks about the three assets that everyone has; time, money, and knowledge. Mike explains to us how to gain more of the one you need to trade it for another, and that when you’re trading your money for other people’s time and knowledge, you’re at the pinnacle.
Chad Corbett | It's Not About How You Get There
September 03, 2020 16:47 - 48 minutes - 66 MBOn today's episode of Investing For Freedom Mike brings on the show a great guest, Chad Corbett. Chad talks about his journey to get to where he is today, and you do not want to miss this! Enjoy!
Take a Deep Look at Your Financial Position and Strategy
August 31, 2020 14:10 - 21 minutes - 24.5 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala discusses the situation that has been brewing in the mortgage industry which most likely is already on your radar. There seems to be challenges ahead as some are projecting a housing crash in the coming year. With mortgage delinquencies at record highs and the installment of adverse market refinance fees, Mike shares some of his thoughts on what you should be considering in your own personal finance and investment ventures. Now more than ever is it ...
Kyle Depiesse | In Order to Progress You Need to Become a Different Person
August 27, 2020 14:28 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MBMike is joined on the Investment For Freedom podcast by Kyle Depiesse. Kyle is an expert in managing debt and tells us all how he managed to cut nearly $400k in debt in just 36 months. He also tells us all about a golf event he’s hosting in the famous Pinehurst course to help man stretch themselves socially.
KYLE DEPIESSE | IN ORDER TO PROGRESS YOU NEED TO BECOME A DIFFERENT PERSON
August 27, 2020 14:28 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MBMike is joined on the Investment For Freedom podcast by Kyle Depiesse. Kyle is an expert in managing debt and tells us all how he managed to cut nearly $400k in debt in just 36 months. He also tells us all about a golf event he’s hosting in the famous Pinehurst course to help man stretch themselves socially.
Mindset & Money | Don't Wish It Was Easier Wish You Were Better
August 24, 2020 13:48 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MBBack from his trip to Breckenridge, Mike comes at you this week with a question he posed to David Osbourne, who do you have to become too fit into a higher social group? Mike lets you know what David said and gives his own personal experience of how he presented himself and how he showed up to functions.
Mike Ayala | Cash is Trash or Cash is King?
August 20, 2020 13:18 - 40 minutes - 56.2 MBIn this episode, Mike discusses the looming housing and financial crisis heading our way in the near future. Mike explains to us why it mightn’t be the best time to invest in real estate but why you should consider purchasing a business, particularly in the HVAC sector. Is cash king, or is it trash?
Mindset & Money | You Are Paid in Direct Proportion to the Value You Bring
August 17, 2020 13:36 - 19 minutes - 21.9 MBOn today's episode, Mike talks about something that he believes might not be popular with some of his listeners, he says "you are being paid in direct proportion to the amount of value you provide." Listen to hear Mike's thoughts. Enjoy!
William Morales | The Peer 2 Peer Real Estate Show
August 13, 2020 13:09 - 39 minutes - 44.8 MBIn today's episode of "Investing for Freedom" Mike shares a podcast he was interviewed on, The Peer2Peer Podcast. Mike speaks about Four Peaks Capital, his experience in contracting, and how he got into real estate. Enjoy!
Mindset & Money | Say Yes Figure it Out Later
August 10, 2020 12:46 - 5 minutes - 4.81 MBToday on "The Investing for Freedom" podcast, Mike talks about saying yes and figure it out later. He speaks about a mentor he had in the past who taught him about opportunities and how many times people miss opportunities in life because they won't say yes.
Andrew Lanoie | The New American Dream
August 06, 2020 14:26 - 53 minutes - 73.3 MBThis week on the Investing for Freedom podcast, Mike is joined by his business partner Andrew Lanoie, to discuss all things real estate and the economy post-COVID-19. Andrew has his own podcast, The Impatient Investor, which you can check out on all major podcast platforms, and as well as at theimpatientinvestor.com. Enjoy!
Mindset & Money | Write Your Values in Stone but Your Goals in Sand
August 03, 2020 14:28 - 5 minutes - 5.31 MBToday on "The Investing for Freedom" podcast, Mike talks about writing your values in stone, but your goals in the sand. He speaks about the difference between goals and values, and how for the most part, values don't adjust as often as our goals do.
Hans Box | Chasing Your Dreams and Striving For Greatness
July 30, 2020 13:38 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala is joined by his good friend and business partner Hans Box to discuss some of the tactical aspects of investing. Hans Box is a CPA and Senior Director at Old Capital Lending as well as the Co-Founder and Partner at Box Wilson Equity. He has done deals over a number of properties such as multi-family, self-storage, and mobile home parks while raising over 30M in equity. During this episode, Hans Box discusses some of his key advice on being succe...
Mindset & Money | No One is Coming to Save You
July 27, 2020 13:29 - 10 minutes - 10 MBToday on the Investing for Freedom podcast Mike address's security and how we're living in an interesting time. He explains his thoughts that people more than ever are concerned about the future, concerned about what's coming. The bottom line is nobody's coming to save us.
George Bryant | Living in a Connected World
July 23, 2020 13:30 - 58 minutes - 54 MBIn this episode, Mike Ayala invites George Bryant on the show who reveals tips and tricks around digital marketing and social media. Plus he dives deep into his story and gives a load of advice for entrepreneurs and business owners. George says that we are all tribal creatures. We live in a connected world. However, if the connection is not appropriately utilized, our world is the epitome of disconnection. Unless we go deep and connect with others, then we are losing. The most signifi...
Mindset & Money | 3 Things You Should Be Doing Right Now
July 20, 2020 14:31 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBIs history repeating itself? Well, not really. We have never been in a situation where the entire world and every single economy is currently based on fiat. It’s difficult to say what the future will hold. However, there are three things that everybody should be doing right now. Specifically focused on your financial health and wellness. Listen now to find out!
Kara Ayala | The Wheel of Greatness
July 16, 2020 13:41 - 51 minutes - 47.9 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala is joined by his wife Kara Ayala to break down what they call Eight to Great. With all the changes and chaos going on in the world, Mike and Kara felt it necessary to bring their take on how they set their goals and manage the different aspects that play into their success. Mike and Kara dive into the eight areas step by step and explain how each role plays part in their life. They also share some great resources to get you started in the areas th...
Mindset & Money | Is it Possible to Buy Business's and Buildings with No Money Down
July 13, 2020 12:05 - 10 minutes - 10.3 MBToday on the Investing for Freedom podcast Mike continues the series on how he and his wife Kara got into real estate and some of their earlier deals. He explains why they got into real estate, not wanting to be 65 years old, and still trying to figure out how to retire. Mike and Kara really wanted passive income, so they set a goal to invest in two income-producing properties a year for 10 years.
Andrea Sager | The Legalpreneur
July 09, 2020 13:22 - 43 minutes - 40.5 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala is joined by Andrea Sager, an attorney who has a passion for offering quality legal advice and services to small businesses. Andrea Sager shows that entrepreneurship is not always black and white. She has been a business owner, started her own virtual law firm, and has even started a podcast, Legalpreneur. Mike and Andrea discuss the importance of trademarking your business and how this early prevention can save you time and money in the long run....
Mindset & Money | Our First No Money Down Commercial Building
July 06, 2020 14:23 - 8 minutes - 8.23 MBToday on the Investing For Freedom podcast Mike continues the series from his early days of real estate investing and is going through how he got his early deals done, a lot of times with no money down and a couple of times with very low money down.
Tyler Gunter | Day After Day & In Every Way We're Getting Better & Better
July 02, 2020 13:20 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala is joined by a good longtime friend and partner to have a genuine conversation about life and the lessons that they have learned along the way. Tyler Gunter is the director of operations at Park Place Communities and the owner of Priority Plus Insurance and Financial Group. Mike and Tyler discuss the importance of learning that your value is not derived from your profession and how to find lost purpose. They also share some vital life lessons ab...
Mindset & Money | My First Mobile Home Park
June 29, 2020 11:14 - 8 minutes - 8.78 MBContinuing on from last week, Mike Ayala shares more stories from his real estate journey. In today’s episode, Mike shares how you never really know where any journey or venture is going to take you. It’s important to adjust your goals along the way when opportunities present themselves. Mike Ayala shares how he was able to go from a goal of two single-family homes a year for 10 years to 74 properties by year two of that goal! Mike Ayala breaks down his first major deal that sparked his inv...
Kara Ayala | Getting to the Heart of What Matters
June 25, 2020 13:06 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala is joined by another person who has played a crucial role in his life as well as being one of his biggest influences. Kara and Mike Ayala are high school sweethearts and have been married for over twenty-one years. The two have three children and multiple businesses together while also pursuing their own individual pursuits. Mike and Kara discuss the impact that being a mother has had on Kara and how she has been able to be a successful individual...
Mindset & Money | Where There's Problems Opportunities Exist
June 22, 2020 13:07 - 4 minutes - 4.72 MBOn today’s episode of the Investing for Freedom Podcast, you’ll learn how Mike Ayala started in real estate investing, and how he has gotten to where he is today. In this series, Mike wants to encourage you to get out there and start looking because the best way to gain experience is through execution. Learn to change your focus - where focus goes energy flows. Mike talks on his second deal in today’s episode, a 3-bedroom house with the listing of $110,000. Mike convinced the seller to ac...
Barry Lipparelli | My Greatest Influence
June 18, 2020 13:17 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala is joined by Barry Lipparelli, one of his greatest influences and best mentor. Barry Lipparelli has had an immense impact on Mike Ayala and his life, as well as so many other people. One of the major reasons that Mike Ayala started the Investing for Freedom Podcast was because he is surrounded by amazing people and wanted to share them with the world. Barry Lipparelli is one of the most amazing people who loves to give back. Mike and Barry dive int...
Mindset & Money | Our First Investment Property
June 15, 2020 13:51 - 10 minutes - 10.6 MBLast week, Mike Ayala introduced his mini-series on how he got started in real estate. In today’s episode, Mike shares his first investment deal. By setting his intentions and focusing on his goal, Mike Ayala was able to find a win-win scenario in his first investment property with himself, the seller, and the bank! Over the next few weeks, Mike Ayala will continue to share some of the deals he has done and how he was able to accomplish these deals with little to no money down. Mike Ayala e...
Capital Hacking | Finding Business Deals That Fit Your Investment Goals
June 11, 2020 19:00 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala brings to you an interview done on the Capital Hacking podcast. Capital Hacking podcast is co-hosted by Josh McCallen and Erik Cabral. On the episode, Mike Ayala pulls back the curtain on his life sharing his background and where he is today. Mike Ayala shares how he was able to make his start as an entrepreneur, business owner, and investor. Mike discusses how he has done some of his business ventures and gives you a peek into how he thinks. Mik...
Mindset & Money | True Win Win is the Only Way to Success
June 08, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBIn today’s episode Mike Ayala starts off a mini-series on how to get started in real estate. What differentiates him from the others is execution. Mike Ayala figured out what he wanted, why he wanted it, and what he was going to do to get it. Over the next few weeks, Mike Ayala will share some of the deals he has done and how he was able to accomplish these deals with no money down. Mike Ayala explains the misconceptions that surround getting started in real estate. In this episode, you wi...
Mike & Kara | Twists Turns & Lessons Learned
June 04, 2020 12:48 - 1 hour - 71.7 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala takes on a different approach than usual. Pulling back the curtain on his life, Mike shares an interview that joined with his wife Kara, was given on another podcast recently. On Zack Hamm’s show Twist Turns and Lessons Learned, Mike and Kara Ayala discuss the background behind being married entrepreneurs, business owners, and more. Mike, and Kara discuss how they started and continue to grow in the real estate investment world with properties all ...
Mindset & Money | Time To Buy Your Freedom?
June 01, 2020 11:01 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBIt has never been a better or more important time to look into investing in your own freedom. With unemployment rates skyrocketing, it is extremely important to find your financial destiny and hold it in your own hands and not in the hands of your employer. It may be time to buy your freedom. It may be time to buy a business. Mike Ayala explains why there has been no better time to buy and invest in your own freedom. This episode dives into the benefits of acquiring vital assets from a dist...
Drew Timmermans | Without Health There Is No Wealth
May 28, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala is joined by Dr. Drew Timmerman, a license naturopathic doctor who has a passion for connection with his patients and strives to optimize human performance. Dr. Drew Timmerman is the founder and medical director of Regenerative Performance. Dr. Timmerman is passionate in helping others invest in themselves and reach their full potential. During this episode, Dr. Drew Timmerman shares his thoughts on the current healthcare system in our very reacti...
Leveraging Expertise | If You're The Smartest Person in The Room You Need a Bigger Room
May 25, 2020 11:04 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBIt is no secret that I am a big fan of leveraging other people’s time and talent. When looking at leveraging expertise, time, and talent you can truly find the core of your own success. If you want to achieve something that you are not currently achieving, you have got to leverage a new idea and the skills and efforts of others. Leveraging separates the successful from the rest. Mike Ayala explains the importance of leveraging expertise to see your true potential. This episode dives deep i...
Michael Manthei | The Difference In Who You Surround Yourself With
May 21, 2020 09:30 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala is joined by Michael Manthei, a full-time real estate investor from Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Michael was in ministry traveling the world but felt lead out of that life and into the real estate investing world. Michael Manthei doesn’t hold back anything in terms of his faith and family. During the episode, Michael shows the ties faith and family have to his business and the decisions it has helped make along the way. Mike and Michael discuss how Mi...
Mindset & Money | Where the Wealthy are Moving Their Cash
May 18, 2020 12:04 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBDuring this uncertain time, you may find yourself wondering what you should be doing to expand your opportunities. I recently wrote a blog post that details where the wealthy are moving their cash. We may not be in the rank of the ultra-wealthy, but it is beneficial to understand what the ultra-wealthy investors are doing. Mike Ayala explains the idea of long-term asset-backed income-producing assets and what this can mean at different savings price points. This episode will help you kicks...
Mike King | Crushing Your Finances & The Critical Four Metrics Every Entrepreneur Should Know
May 14, 2020 12:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala is joined by Michael King, an entrepreneur whose mission is to crack the code of finance and accounting. Michael made his start in the Navy working with nuclear power into his eventual transition of business consulting. Michael King shares advice on how to get started without over-planning and tips for starting your business finances. In this episode, Mike and Michael dive deep into the government assistance available to businesses during this tim...
Mindset & Money | The Social Divide is Growing
May 11, 2020 13:07 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBToday on Investing for Freedom, Mike Ayala talks about “the social divide” and the “new normal” the world will be getting back to, post COVID-19. The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting all Americans in many different ways. The rich and the poor alike, most people, if they still have a job, are working from home. Those without a job are unsure of what the future holds for them as a result of the pandemic. Today, Mike talks about affordable housing and how it could be your next great investment...
Damion Lupo | Sheer Volume and Speed of Making Mistakes is the Key to Success
May 07, 2020 11:19 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBIn this episode Mike is joined by Damion Lupo to discuss his mission in life to help people escape financial bondage. They discuss the impacts on his career, what he learned from his failures and how he uses those experiences to help others. Damion discusses his background and gives advice on looking forward to retirement.
Mindset & Money | Grief is Normal When Your Plans and Goals Die
May 04, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBA break-up, or maybe the loss of a loved one. If you have not already started down your own road of understanding grief, you may still be stalled on the first stage of coping with grief. You may be in denial about the grief you are experiencing in this collective, global experience we all have been sharing. In times like this, it is vital to not only understand your own grief but realize that we all experience that grief differently. This episode shares something extremely valuable during ...
Megan Everett | Going After The Life You Really Want
April 30, 2020 12:01 - 52 minutes - 48 MBWhen Megan Everett left home at 17, she was choosing a better future for herself and her family— today, as the founder and CEO of Perfrm, a sales forecasting software company, her story will inspire you. Megan’s in depth understanding of connection and relationship building are the driving force behind Perfrm. Valuated at 27-million dollars within 2-years, their unique take on CRM is undoubtedly positioned to boost businesses everywhere. Listen in to get her take on overcoming some of her...
Mindset & Money | Seasons - Reasons to Adjust
April 27, 2020 14:00 - 6 minutes - 5.96 MBIn a COVID-19 affected market, find out why taking the time to adjust is more important now than ever. Today, listen in as host Mike Ayala breaks down why this fifth and final key in the freedom formula is something you’ll want to make sure you and those along for the journey are on board with. Hear what you can do to adapt and start adjusting for life and investing for freedom in the wake of a pandemic.
Kyle Wilson | The Secret Sauce Behind Building a 1 Million Person List & Maintaining Amazing Relationships
April 23, 2020 11:00 - 56 minutes - 53.9 MBKyle Wilson and Jim Rohn started what would become a successful 18-year partnership with a handshake in 1993. A proven master at uplifting those around him, Kyle Wilson knows a thing or two about building genuine, meaningful relationships. Dedicating his career to facilitating personal development opportunities, events and launchpads, Kyle has helped change thousands of lives. Today, he takes some time to share how to build valuable relationships and create viral tools. Learn how he’s he...
Mindset & Money | Who Do You Have To Become
April 20, 2020 05:04 - 12 minutes - 13.6 MBIf what Jim Rohn said is true and you are, in fact, the average of the five people you spend most of your time with — are you sure you have the right five? On today’s episode, hear why you may want to put this saying to the test. Host, Mike Ayala, shares how investing in shaking up his network changed his life for the better. He shares the benefits of actively seeking out friendships for growth and the importance of transforming your mind to get to the next level. Listen in to hear what s...
Scott Smith | Now is the Time to Seize What You Want
April 20, 2020 05:04 - 47 minutes - 45.7 MBGrowing up, Scott Smith had dreams of becoming a professional cage match fighter. Today, after heeding the advice of a mentor, and consistently adding to his toolbox outside the ring— he’s become a sought after legal expert for real estate investors. In today’s episode, Scott drops in to share his insights on life, business, legal planning and pushing forward in spite of panic. He shares his background, the vision and mission behind his firm, Royal Legal Solutions and how he’s responding to...
Tim Rhode | How to Find Your Most Fulfilling Life and Go After it With Passion
April 17, 2020 06:00 - 39 minutes - 38.6 MBWhat could a bit of tenacity do for your life and your finances? For today’s guest, it was a game changer. On today’s show, successful investor and Gobundance founder Tim Rhode talks about getting the goods, finding fulfillment and growing into service. Hear how he hustled in the start of his real estate career and he ultimately built a life of abundance. Whether you’re living paycheck to paycheck or just looking for your next step— you’ll find Tim’s advice on planning and pursuing an elev...
Mindset & Money | Spring Follows Winter
April 16, 2020 06:00 - 10 minutes - 18.4 MBThe COVID-19 pandemic is redefining life as we know it. Respond to the changing season much like you would to any other winter spell— slow down and start preparing yourself for spring. In today’s episode, learn how this season in life so closely resembles winter and how we can all start responding for the opportunities ahead. Find out how to respond to this time with or without an abundance of capital. Mike Ayala shares the importance of pouring into yourself and doing the rejuvenating wo...
Gene Guarino | The Coming Silver Tsunami and the Best Investment You Could Ever Make
April 15, 2020 06:00 - 48 minutes - 75.4 MBGene Guarino got his start in real estate out of necessity— a musician teaching lessons in a run-down building, his first deal was a property he both lived and operated business out of. Today, well on his way to accomplishing his goal of creating 10,000 assisted living homes, he’s helping to make life and elder care feasible for millions of people across the country. Listen in to hear how he crafted a life full of freedom and purpose with his unique approach to real estate. Gene shares hi...
Mindset & Money | Freedom Formula
April 14, 2020 06:00 - 14 minutes - 24.9 MBWhat do you really want?— Getting to the root of this question is the first step in the simple formula that changed Mike Ayala and his family’s lives forever. Over the course of their investment journey, Mike and his wife, Karen, found themselves coming back again and again to the same process as they repeatedly accomplished their goals. Today, host Mike Ayala breaks down the key components of the Investing for Freedom Formula. He explains why 5-steps, in a revolving process, led him and hi...