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EPISODE · Oct 20, 2025 · 22 MIN

35 Years of Investing Lessons in 21 Minutes (From a CPA)

from Building Your Money Machine · host Mel H Abraham, CPA, CVA, ASA

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on my 35+ years of investing experience—real-world, in-the-trenches lessons learned as a CPA, entrepreneur, and investor who’s seen it all. Forget the hype about AI stocks, crypto, and so-called secret get-rich-quick strategies. In this episode, I break down the timeless principles and habits that actually create wealth—and help you avoid the painful mistakes that most investors make along the way.Whether you’re just starting out or have been in the game for decades, this episode is for anyone who wants to build a reliable, stress-free path to financial freedom. I’m sharing the 11 most powerful investing lessons I’ve learned from four recessions, three bubbles, and a lot of late nights with spreadsheets. From avoiding emotional decisions to understanding the real role of advisors, we get into the specifics you need to know to make your money work for you—not the other way around.I’m here to help you master your money, eliminate stress, and live a life of choice.IN TODAY’S EPISODE, I DISCUSS:Why behavior beats math when it comes to investingThe myth of market timing and why even the pros can’t predict the highs and lowsWhy you should never invest in something you can’t clearly explainHow to spot and avoid bad financial adviceeThe superpower of liquidityWhy complexity doesn’t create wealth—clarity and simplicity doThe dangers of chasing hot sectors and trendsWhy investing is only part of your “money machine”RECOMMENDED EPISODES FOR YOUIf you liked this episode, click here to enjoy these and more:https://melabraham.com/show/9 Subtle Signs You’re Building REAL Wealth9 Things Rich People Don’t Waste Money OnHow to Have Better Finances Than 95% of People (in 3 Months)10 Signs Someone is Secretly WealthyWealth Explodes after $100K But Only If You Avoid These Traps!RECOMMENDED VIDEOS FOR YOU If you liked this video, you'll love these ones:9 Subtle Signs You’re Building REAL Wealth: https://youtu.be/H7OLvx2eciY9 Things Rich People Don’t Waste Money On: https://youtu.be/n4C0FMrIrTcHow to Have Better Finances Than 95% of People (in 3 Months): https://youtu.be/scFXprf7q6M10 Signs Someone is Secretly Wealthy: https://youtu.be/6Q6boC1l77EORDER MY NEW USA TODAY BESTSELLING BOOK:Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!The key to building the life you desire and deserve is to build your Money Machine—a powerful system designed to generate income that’s no longer tied to your work or efforts. This step-by-step guide goes beyond the general idea of personal finance and wealth creation and reveals the holistic approach to transforming your relationship with money to allow you to enjoy financial freedom and peace of mind.Part money philosophy, part money mindset, part strategy, and part tactical action, these powerful frameworks will show you how to build your money machine.When you do you’ll also get over $1100 in wealth resources & bonuses for FREE! TAKE THE FINANCIAL FREEDOM QUIZ:Take this free quiz to see where you are on the path to financial freedom and what your next steps are to move you to a new financial destiny at http://www.YourFinancialFreedomQuiz.com

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on my 35+ years of investing experience—real-world, in-the-trenches lessons learned as a CPA, entrepreneur, and investor who’s seen it all. Forget the hype about AI stocks, crypto, and so-called secret get-rich-quick strategies. In this episode, I break down the timeless principles and habits that actually create wealth—and help you avoid the painful mistakes that most investors make along ...

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