Is infinite banking a smart wealth strategy or just well-marketed?
In Part 2 of this two-part debate, Ben and Bob continue their conversation with Caleb Guilliams (@BetterWealth ) and Jim Dew (@DewWealth ) Together, they unpack the realities of infinite banking and whole life insurance. Ben shares his own experience implementing these strategies, while the group debates the math, tradeoffs, and why infinite banking is often oversold to investors.
Thinking about adding infinite banking to your financial plan or wealth strategy? This episode is packed with expert insights and real-world lessons.
Part 2: The Truth About Whole Life Insurance - Experts DebateInvest Like a Billionaire2026-01-20 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.us
Is infinite banking a smart wealth strategy or just well-marketed?
In Part 2 of this two-part debate, Ben and Bob continue their conversation with Caleb Guilliams (@BetterWealth ) and Jim Dew (@DewWealth ) Together, they unpack the realities of infinite banking and whole life insurance. Ben shares his own experience implementing these strategies, while the group debates the math, tradeoffs, and why infinite banking is often oversold to investors.
Thinking about adding infinite banking to your financial plan or wealth strategy? This episode is packed with expert insights and real-world lessons.
#InfiniteBanking #WholeLifeInsurance #WealthStrategy #FinancialPlanning #InvestingTipsHigh Earner, Not Rich Yet? Hereβs What Youβre MissingInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-22 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.us
Making a high income doesnβt automatically make you wealthy. For high-income earners, the challenge often isnβt making more money, itβs turning that income into assets that compound and create long-term financial freedom.
In this episode of Invest Like a Billionaire, Ben Fraser and Ellis Hammond break down how to make the shift from earning a great income to actually building wealth. They discuss lifestyle creep, debt, taxes, investing, and why getting to your first $1 million in investable assets can be such an important milestone.
They also cover the short-term rental tax strategy many high earners overlook, how to βpay yourself first,β why protecting against losses matters when youβre building your portfolio, and the mindset shift from focusing on your income to focusing on your balance sheet.
If youβre a high-income earner who wants to put your money to work and accelerate your path to financial freedom, this episode is for you.
#wealthbuilding #highincomeearners #henry #investing #personalfinanceWhy Real Estate Is Always Two Years LateInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-21 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usNot All Multifamily Is in TroubleInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-21 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usIt Ainβt Vegas AnymoreInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-20 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usThe Math Is Forcing People to RentInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-20 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usInterest Rates Change. Your Basis Doesnβt.Invest Like a Billionaire2026-09-19 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usForget the Price. Buy the Cash Flow.Invest Like a Billionaire2026-09-19 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usYou Donβt Have to Be a Genius. Just Donβt Be an Idiot.Invest Like a Billionaire2026-09-18 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usYour Advisor Doesnβt Get Paid to Make You MoneyInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-18 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.us7 Questions for Your Financial AdvisorInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-17 | -π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.us
Why isnβt your financial advisor talking to you about private investments?
In this episode of Out of the Box, @ellishammond breaks down 7 things your financial advisor may never tell you; from hidden fees and commissions to platform restrictions, conflicts of interest, and the incentives that shape what investments youβre shown.
Learn how the financial advisory system really works, why private alternatives often get left out, and the questions every investor should be asking.
#financialadvisor #alternativeinvestments #passiveincome #privatemarkets #financialeducationYou Learned the Wrong LessonInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-17 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usMultifamily Got Crushed. Now Weβre Buying.Invest Like a Billionaire2026-09-16 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usDistressed Sponsor. Great Deal.Invest Like a Billionaire2026-09-16 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usThe State of Multifamily: Why Weβre Buying NowInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-15 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.us
Is the multifamily market finally at the bottom?
After years of rising interest rates, falling property values, and distress across commercial real estate, the data may be pointing to a major buying opportunity.
In this episode, Bob Fraser, Ben Fraser, and Ellis Hammond break down the current state of the multifamily market, the nearly $800 billion maturity wall, where distress is actually showing up, and why they believe the bottom is here.
They also explain why todayβs higher interest rates could create a unique buying window, how inflation impacts real estate over the long term, and why borrowing costs are temporary, but your basis is forever.
#multifamilyinvesting #multifamily #realestate #multifamilyrealestateinvesting #privatemarkets #commercialrealestate #passiveincome #alternativeinvestingRent Growth? Based on What?Invest Like a Billionaire2026-09-14 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usPrivate Investing Isnβt PassiveInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-12 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usAI Will Reinvent Deal FlowInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-11 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usWealthy Investors Are SplitInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-11 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usStop Settling for Mediocre DealsInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-10 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usDonβt Invest for 6 MonthsInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-09 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usJust RunInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-09 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usFormer $10B REIT Manager Shares How to Vet Real Estate DealsInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-08 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.us
What does it actually take to find a good private market deal?
Aleksey Chernobelskiy, founder of GP-LP Match, joins Ben Fraser and Ellis Hammond to break down what heβs seeing across private markets today, from the biggest mistakes investors make to the risky assumptions hiding in real estate deals.
Plus, why sophisticated investors may look at dozens of deals before saying yes to one.
#privatealternatives #alternativeinvestments #privatemarkets #wealthmanagementWhat Private Markets Do BetterInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-07 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usLook for Reasons NOT to InvestInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-06 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usBig Name. Lower Returns?Invest Like a Billionaire2026-09-04 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usInvestors Want Private MarketsInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-04 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usThe $100M Portfolio Looks Very DifferentInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-03 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usI Run Every Deal Through AIInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-03 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usAdvisors: Get Into Privates or Get Left BehindInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-02 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usWhy RIAs Canβt Ignore Private Alternatives AnymoreInvest Like a Billionaire2026-09-01 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.us
Private alternatives are becoming a bigger part of high-net-worth portfolios. Is your advisory practice keeping up?
Ellis Hammond sits down with Steve Woodruff, Principal and CIO of Venture Financial Advisors, to discuss why investor demand for private alternatives is growing and what RIAs need to know to stay competitive. They cover how to incorporate private markets into client portfolios, evaluate managers, conduct due diligence, and navigate opportunities across private credit, private equity, energy, and more.
#privatealternatives #ria #financialadvisors #alternativeinvestments #privatemarkets #wealthmanagement #privatecredit #portfoliodiversificationThereβs a Limit to Chinaβs PowerInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-31 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usHow America Lost Its Rare Earth Supply ChainInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-30 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usWhy Private Real Estate Beats REITsInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-29 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usThe #1 Rule of Real Estate LeverageInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-28 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.us5 Rules to Follow When Investing in Real EstateInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-28 | -π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.us
What makes a smart real estate investment?
In this episode of Out of the Box, @ellishammond shares five rules for investing in private real estate, from using debt wisely and prioritizing cash flow to protecting against inflation and buying at the right basis.
Learn the principles that can help you make smarter real estate investments in any market.
#realestate #passiveincome #realestateinvesting #privatemarkets #alternativeinvestingChinaβs Playbook to Wipe Out an Entire IndustryInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-27 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usThe Free Market Is VulnerableInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-27 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usChina Found a Different Way to WinInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-26 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usIβm Not Touching AI StocksInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-26 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usAre we already at war with China?Invest Like a Billionaire2026-08-25 | China has a repeatable playbook for dominating entire industries. And now, itβs targeting sectors critical to Americaβs economic future.
In this episode, Bob Fraser, Ben Fraser, and Ellis Hammond break down the strategy outlined in Ram Charanβs Chinaβs 90% Model, how China gained control of critical industries like rare earth minerals, and why AI could be the next major battleground.
Is the U.S. prepared to fight back? And what does this growing economic battle mean for investors?
#china #useconomy #investing #geopolitics #chinaeconomyWhen Bigger Isnβt Better for InvestorsInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-24 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usWhy Public Markets Can Make You OverpayInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-23 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usWhy Correlation Matters More Than You ThinkInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-21 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usThe Beginnerβs Way Into Private MarketsInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-21 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usWould We Actually Recommend This Fund?Invest Like a Billionaire2026-08-20 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usIf the Market Crashes, This Blackstone & Vanguard Fund Could WinInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-20 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usWhy Bigger Isnβt Always Better in Alternative InvestingInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-19 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usBlackstone & Vanguardβs New Alts Fund: Bobβs ReactionInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-19 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.usPrivate Markets Are Going Mainstream. Is That a Good Thing?Invest Like a Billionaire2026-08-18 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.us
Blackstone, Vanguard, and Wellington are bringing private markets to everyday investors.
Their new funds give non-accredited investors access to alternative investments like private equity, private credit, real estate, and infrastructure. But is easier access actually a good investment?
Bob Fraser, Ben Fraser, and Ellis Hammond break down the opportunity, the risks, the fees, and what this could mean for the future of alternative investing.
Referenced in this episode: Leyla Kunimotoβs breakdown of the WVB All Markets Fund and its fee structure: Read Leylaβs analysis here: https://x.com/LeylaKuni/status/2081081577099174243
#alternativeinvestment #privatemarkets #blackstone #vanguard #investing #privateequity #privatecredit #wealthbuildingThe 3 Assets Billionaires Trust to Preserve WealthInvest Like a Billionaire2026-08-17 | π Subscribe now π¬ Join the conversation in our free investor community: investlikeabillionaire.org π Learn more and invest with Ben & Bob (Aspen Funds): aspenfunds.us