Be Wealthy & Smart

Everything You Need to Know About Student Loan Forgiveness

26 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover everything you need to know about student loan forgiveness. Q & A format to answer your questions on how to apply and who is eligible. The ar...

Why 72% of Homebuyers Regret Purchasing Their Home

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why 72% of homebuyers regret purchasing their home. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom i...

Tax Credits Available Under the Inflation Reduction Act

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the tax credits available under the Inflation Reduction Act. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial ...

How to Deal with Inflation

19 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to deal with inflation. There are 10 food items that are helpful for you to know about. The articles are here and here.  Are you on trac...

Tesla Split Deadline Today and Inflation Reduction Act

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the details about the Tesla split and the Inflation Reduction Act and which EV's qualify for the tax credit. The list of EV models is here. A...

Where Americans Are Cutting Spending

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover where Americans are cutting spending. Get some ideas for what items can be trimmed from your spending in light of rising costs and inflation ...

Peak Inflation is Behind Us

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why peak inflation is behind us. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a combination of money, compounding an...

Ugly Retirement Moves Made in the Pandemic

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the retirement survey that said ugly moves were made during the pandemic. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom...or no...

2 Tangible Assets Warren Buffett Likes

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover two tangible assets Warren Buffett likes. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a combin...

Tesla Approves 3 for 1 Stock Split

05 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the positive things happening with Tesla. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a combination of money, compo...

Rip Roaring Bull Market in Stocks

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the rip roaring bull market in stocks continues and why this could be the beginning of a new bull market in stocks. The article is here. ...

Are We in a Recession or Not?

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover whether or not the US economy is in a recession. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a...

Amazon Beat Estimates and Soared 12%

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why Amazon beat estimates and soared 12%. Hear the full story and all the details as well as future guidance. Are you on track for financial ...

Summer Travel Trends and the 3 Words to Describe the Feeling

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover summer travel trends and the 3 words to describe the feeling. The first travel study is here. The second travel study is here. The third trav...

Why This is the Most Important Week of Summer for Stock Investors

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why this is the most important week of summer for stock investors. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a co...

3 Things That Could Bring Life Changing Wealth

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover 3 things that I believe could bring life changing wealth. Full disclosure: I own Ripple stock and XRP crypto and will receive the Flare airdr...

Rip Roaring Day in Stocks and Crypto

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why it was a rip roaring day in stocks and crypto. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a combination of mon...

Google's Stock Split + Market Update

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover more about Google's stock split and my stock market update. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a combinati...

Where High Income Americans Are Cutting Their Spending

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover where high income Americans are cutting their spending. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freed...

10 Real Estate Markets Cooling the Fastest

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the 10 real estate markets that are cooling the fastest. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial free...

12% of New Car Loans Top $1,000 a Month

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why 12% of new car loans top $1,000 a month. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a com...

Housing Affordability Drops to Lowest Level in Years

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why housing affordability dropped to the lowest level in years and one thing that might help, if you want to buy a home. The article is here....

Why it is a Big Deal That Oil Prices are Below $100

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why it is a big deal that oil prices are below $100. Does it mean peak inflation could be behind us? Are you on track for financial freedom.....

7 Ways to Create Wealth During the Crypto Dip

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover 7 ways to create wealth during the crypto dip. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a combination of money, ...

40 Real Estate Markets that are Poised to Decline

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover 40 real estate markets that are poised to decline. Find out which housing markets may be at risk to decline 15% to 20% in value. The article ...

Why it is Important to Have Your Cryptos in Your Own Possession

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why it is important to have your cryptos in your own possession. There are crypto exchanges having financial challenges according to crypto b...

Millionaires Surveyed Said Inflation is the Biggest Problem

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why millionaires who were surveyed said inflation is the biggest problem. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom ...

Federal Express Says "No Recession"

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why Federal Express said there will be "no recession" and what that means for the stock market. Major good news today and stocks are reflecti...

Rip Roaring Stock Market Rally Starting?

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover if the rip roaring stock market rally is starting. Why is short interest the second highest in history? What does that mean for the retail in...

Why Half of Homebuyers are Delaying Purchases

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why half of homebuyers are delaying home purchases. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom i...

Once in a Generation Buying Opportunity?

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why Ron Baron said this is a once in a generation buying opportunity. Can you time the market? Can you find the absolute lowest point? Are yo...

S & P 500 is Officially in a Bear Market, What's Next?

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what is next now that the S & P 500 is officially in a bear market. What moves should you consider? Are you on track for financial freedom......

Is it Time to Buy Low?

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover if it is time to buy low. Why the inflation story may be different than what is being reported. Are you on track for financial freedom...or n...

Amazon's New Augmented Reality Tool

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover Amazon's new augmented reality tool and why it is changing how we shop. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is...

Update on XRP and Stocks

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what happened in the Ripple/SEC court case and why now is a good time to invest in crypto and stocks. Are you on track for financial freedom....

The Amazon Stock Split Occurred Today, What's Next?

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why Amazon's stock split may indicate higher prices ahead. Amazon split its stock today, what's next? Are you on track for financial freedom....

Is XRP's Future Price Already Set?

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why Jimmy Vallee, a merger & acquisition expert and securities attorney, believes the G7 nations have agreed on a future price for XRP. Why h...

Stock Market Rally Ahead

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why there is a stock market rally ahead. Is the bear market back or is this a short pause? Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? F...

How to Save Money During an Expensive Summer

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to save money during an expensive summer. Here are 8 money saving tips.  Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial free...

This is When Fortunes are Made

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the stock market has created a great opportunity. This is when fortunes are made. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financ...

Why Existing Home Sales Fell in April and What it Means

23 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why existing home sales fell in April and what that means for the real estate market. Fewer first time buyers purchased in the last year, but...

Investor Mindset: Why the Wealthy are Buying Stocks

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the investor mindset of the wealthy and why they are buying stocks. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Fin...

Why the Stock Market May Be Near the Bottom

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the stock market may be near the bottom. Find out the date I'm expecting the turn. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Finan...

Why Mark Cuban Says Crypto is Like the Early Days of the Internet

15 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why Mark Cuban says crypto is like the early days of the internet. Mark made his first $1 billion 20 years ago, and this time seems familiar ...

3 Things That Will Get More Expensive With Interest Rate Hikes

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover 3 things that will get more expensive with interest rate hikes. What caused the stock market rally today? Are there signs inflation may be im...

Inflation, Stocks, Precious Metals, and Crypto Update

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the latest on inflation, stocks, precious metals and cryptos and strategies you can make now. The article is here. Are you on track for finan...

Sentiment is So Bearish, It is Bullish!

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why sentiment is so bearish, it's bullish! Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a combination of money, comp...

Are We in a Hyper Inflationary Depression?

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why we are not in a hyper inflationary depression and what positive events are not yet priced into the stock market. Are you on track for fin...

Is the Correction Over Yet?

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why a Goldman Sachs trader thinks the stock market rout is over. By several indicators, he has determined the bear market is over and the wor...

8th Anniversary - XRP Truth Revealed!

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the SEC really brought the lawsuit and my theory of how it will end. Wednesday was the 8th anniversary of the Be Wealthy & Smart podcast....

First Crypto 401k Announced by Fidelity

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover whether the first crypto 401k to be announced is a good investment or not. Fidelity announced it will be adding bitcoin to 401k plans. What d...

Is it Time to Sell Stocks?

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover if it is time to sell stocks? In this episode I cover stocks and silver. What happens next with stocks? What happens with the FED and interes...

5 Important Moves to Make Right Now

22 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover 5 important moves to make right now. At least, you should consider them after doing your own research. This is an important time and unlike a...

7 Reasons To Be Bullish on Stocks Now

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover 7 reasons to be bullish on stocks now. Although many experts are bearish, predicting a recession or worse, my indicators have turned very pos...

US Gov Plan Secretly Being Revealed?

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the plan behind the scenes that is secretly being revealed. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a combinati...

New Financial System Nearly Here?

15 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the new financial system is nearly here. Why rocky markets are coming as issues with Tether, Evergrande, Russia and China heat up. It is ...

Why Almost Everyone Feels Financial Stress Today

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why almost everyone feels financial stress today and what you can do about it. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom......

Highest Returns for Home Renovations

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover where to get the highest returns for home renovations. The article is here. Are you on track for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedo...

Why April is Seasonally Strong for Stocks

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why April is seasonally the second best month of the year for stocks. Will the FED have to raise interest rates more aggressively or is that ...

Global Cryptocurrency Investing Trends

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover global cryptocurrency investing trends. Gemini did a study about why people are buying cryptocurrency, why people aren't investing, what thei...

Inflation is on a Rampage

01 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why inflation is on a rampage and what you can do about it to protect yourself. Inflation is not slowing down, but there are things you can d...

Tesla Stock Split and Dividend

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what you need to know about the Tesla stock split and dividend. Hear my chart analysis and why I would wait before buying the stock. Not fina...

Is Silver About to Launch?

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover if silver prices are about to launch. There are many factors coming together that could cause silver prices to move higher. Find out what the...

Prepare for Cyberattacks

25 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to prepare for cyberattacks. We have been warned by the government and media that cyberattacks are coming. Are you prepared? What can you...

Is the Stock Market Bottom In?

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover if the stock market bottom is in or not. Financial news is very negative - which is bullish!  Are you on track for financial freedom...or no...

Why 2021 Was the Strongest Year Ever for Number of New Millionaires Created

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why last year was the strongest year ever for new millionaires created. Where and how did they make their money? What can you learn from the...

How to Protect Yourself Against Inflation

18 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to protect yourself against inflation. Inflation is running high, even higher than what is officially being reported. Here are a number o...

Stock Market Rebounds

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the stock market rebounded yesterday and what to expect next. The Federal Reserve meeting is today. They are expected to raise interest ...

Buy the Dips: Stocks & Amazon

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the stock market may be bottoming this week. This is a good time to buy stocks on the dips, especially tech stocks. Recently, Amazon ann...

Why the Crypto Executive Order is Good for XRP

11 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the crypto Executive Order is good for XRP. In this episode, I review the EO on crypto and point out highlights. I also discuss Central B...

Stock Market Update + Women in Crypto

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover what is going on with the stock market and why women are investing in crypto. What is going on with the stock market? Have we seen the bottom...

Mining Stocks Shine + Winners

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the mining stocks are shining + winners of drawing. Gold and silver mining stocks are outperforming just about everything else. These sto...

Silver Spiked, Interest Rates Dropped

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why silver spiked and interest rates dropped. What is happening with the stock market? Is it time to buy? Are cryptos the answer? To get the ...

Where to Invest and Benefit From Turmoil in Russia

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover where to invest and benefit from turmoil in Russia. Some of the investments you might think are opportunities are not, imo. Find out the not ...

Why This is a Good Time to Buy + Other Action to Take Now

25 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why this is a good time to buy stocks and what other things you should be doing now. Should you buy stocks? Is now a good time to invest? Wha...

Russia Ukraine Crisis Could Force Interest Rate Reassessment

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the Russia Ukraine crisis could force an interest rate reassessment. That fits with my forecast of only 2 interest rate hikes this year a...

My #1 Wealth Building Idea

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover my best wealth building idea. In celebration of my 1,000th podcast episode, I am delivering my most valuable and best wealth building idea. I...

Why Are Mining Stocks Performing So Well?

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why mining stocks are performing so well. The broad stock market averages are in the red, but mining stocks have positive returns. Why is the...

Are You Feeling Financial Anxiety?

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why people are feeling financial anxiety and what to do about it. About 77% of people feel anxious about inflation and other aspects of money...

How Much Money Do People Spend on Valentine's Day?

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how much people spend on Valentine's Day. Where are people spending money for Valentine's Day? Who thinks it is worth getting into debt? The ...

Inflation is Highest Since 1947 When Comparing Apples to Apples

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why inflation is running 7% higher than what is being reported. When using the same methodology to calculate inflation, the inflation rates a...

When Will the Housing Market Crash?

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover when the housing market will crash. Real estate and housing are heavily dependent on supply, demand and interest rates. What does that tell u...

GOOGL Parent Alphabet is Splitting 20:1

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why GOOGL parent Alphabet is splitting 20:1. What is the reason for the split? Is it a good time to buy GOOGL? Which class share should you b...

The Facebook Metaverse Debacle

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why Facebook had the worst 1 day decline in history yesterday and what it means for the future. Facebook is making a big bet on the Metaverse...

Why A Bull Market is Coming in Stocks and Cryptos in February

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why a bull market is coming in stocks and cryptos in February. The stock market is climbing a wall of worry, which is bullish. What is moving...

Why to Hold Steady Through This Stock Market Volatility

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why it makes sense to hold steady through stock market volatility. Which direction is the stock market headed? Why is the stock market about ...

Is the Stock Market Bottoming?

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover signs that the stock market has bottomed. Which direction is the stock market headed? Why is there a bullish case to be made for stocks? My n...

Why the Stock Market is Overreacting

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the stock market is so volatile. Why is the stock market overreacting? What will happen to the stock market after the Federal Reserve mee...

Why are Stocks and Cryptos Volatile Now?

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the stock market and crypto markets are volatile. Stocks and cryptocurrency markets often move together. Why is that and what is the best...

Silver is Skyrocketing!

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why silver is skyrocketing in price. Silver prices are rising fast, find out why and where they go from here. My new book is here! These bonu...

Stock Market, Real Estate and Crypto Forecasts for 2022

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover my stock market, real estate and crypto forecasts for 2022. This year the stock market is starting out very volatile, will it continue? Real ...

Why Mark Cuban's Investments are Crypto Related

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why Mark Cuban's investments are crypto related. The article is here. My new book is here! These bonuses are available when you buy my newly ...

How to Avoid IRS Delays With Your Taxes

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to avoid IRS delays with your taxes. Whether you are filing taxes and expect a refund or need to file an extension, here are tips to avoi...

10 of the Hottest Second Home Destinations

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover 10 of the hottest second home destinations. People are buying second home because of a desire for remote locations and low interest rates. Fi...

Why the First Trading Week of 2022 Ended Lower

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why the first trading week of 2022 ended lower. The stock market had a tough first week, what does it portend for stock market performance in...

Wealth Building Tips for 2022

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover my wealth building tips for 2022. It is a new year, and now is the time to make some plans for it to be a great one. Here are my money and in...

Why 26% of Americans Think Financials Will be Worse in 2022

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover why 26% of Americans think financials will be worse in 2022. Baby boomers, Gen Xers and Millennials all have the same concerns. Find out what...

How to Set Up a Quantum Wealth Account

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how to set up a quantum wealth account. My new book is here! These bonuses are available when you buy my newly released book, 3 Steps to Qua...

4 Things You Should Do Before Buying a Home

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn 4 things you should do before buying a home. Since many homes are in bidding wars, what can you do to get the odds on your side for a victorious...

Why the Wash Sale Rule is Different for Stocks and Cryptocurrencies

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn more about the Wash Sale Rule for stocks and crypto and how they are different. There is a loophole because there is no Wash Sale Rule for crypt...