Don't Get Caught in Tax Scams with Ryan Bakke, CPA

Ever felt like you were just making the rich richer—without building anything for yourself? In this episode, Yair Klyman sits down with Ryan Bakke, a former Deloitte CPA who ditched the corporate grind to build a multimillion-dollar online tax and real estate advisory business. Ryan shares how a rooftop conversation with a Big Four partner triggered his Shawshank Redemption-style escape plan—and why he now helps everyday earners become wealth builders through tax strategy and real estate. You'll learn: Why depreciation is a "legal cheat code" for real estate investors The 7 steps to financial freedom before you buy your first rental How to use tax strategy to build a legacy—not just protect one Why real estate beats W-2 income for tax efficiency and cashflow The trap of putting 80% of your net worth into properties (and what to do instead) Ryan's powerful analogy of playing pool—and how to think 3 moves ahead in wealth building Whether you're a CPA, W-2 employee, aspiring investor, or just someone who wants more control over your financial future—this episode will change how you see the game.