The Color of Money | Transformative Conversations for Wealth Building

7 Unconventional Approaches To Help You Buy Your First House

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Homeownership is one of the most powerful ways to build wealth, yet many people still feel locked out. In this episode, we bring the conversation back...

What Are You Building? Gary Keller’s Foundational Questions for Every Entrepreneur

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Building a business is one thing. Building a life that actually means something is another.In this episode, we pause to reflect on a powerful set of q...

Resilience in Business: When to Stay The Course, And When to Pivot

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Resilience in business is not just about pushing through hard seasons. It’s about knowing when to stay the course and when to change direction.In th...

"Winner Take All" is a Terrible Business Strategy: How Rafik Moore Built a $300m Portfolio with Win-Win Deals

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Building wealth isn’t just about buying buildings—it’s about expanding our mindset, upgrading our circle, and playing the long game.In this epis...

The 5 Laws of Trust: How To Build Trust with ANYONE and Close Deals Faster with MJ Pittman

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Would you rather be liked or trusted by your customers? This simple question goes unanswered by so many entrepreneurs - yet it’s the secret to closi...

The Truth About Debt: Good Debt, Bad Debt, and How to Use It

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Debt gets a bad reputation - but what if the issue isn’t debt itself, but how we use it?In this episode, we challenge the idea that all debt is dang...

A Test of Leadership: How Business Owners Can Navigate Any Crisis

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Running a business doesn’t stop when life gets heavy. In this episode, we talk openly about what it really means to lead with care and concern when ...

This is What Starting Over From Scratch SHOULD Look Like

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we tackle a conversation many professionals are quietly having: what it really means to start over. Not because we failed, but becaus...

The Anatomy of an Unfortunate Investment

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Every investor eventually encounters a deal that doesn’t go as planned. In this episode, we break down “The Anatomy of an Unfortunate Investment”...

Why Salespeople Earn More - But End Up With Less

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sales is one of the greatest income engines available, yet too many high earners still struggle to build real wealth. In this episode, we unpack why s...

Networking Masterclass: How to Build Relationships & Influence the RIGHT Way

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Relationships can take us places money never will.In this episode, we sit down with Julia Lashay and Emerick Peace for a powerful conversation on netw...

Real Estate Reset Imminent? AI Rejection, Interest Rate Cuts, and Other 2026 Predictions

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The real estate conversation is shifting fast, and 2026 may be the year that forces the industry to finally catch up. In this episode, we break down o...

Can The 50-Year Mortgage Really Fix Housing Affordability?

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Housing affordability is under pressure, and the introduction of a 50-year mortgage has been floated as a solution. In this episode, we sit down for a...

124. Leadership, Trading, and Listening With Intent with Dr. Denise King

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership isn’t just about vision—it’s about execution, character, and how well we can actually connect with people. In this episode, we sit do...

123. Will Roundtree Turned One HARD Lesson into an Empire

24 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Will Roundtree—financial strategist, author, and one of the earliest viral credit educators—to unpack why credit...

122. From Corporate to Real Estate: How Jonathan Miller Acquired 157 Units in 5 Years (Replay)

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’re revisiting one of our most downloaded episodes - a conversation with investor and entrepreneur Jonathan Miller. Jonathan shares how he went fr...

121. Grow Your Audience (and Your Business) with Gabby Davis

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with powerhouse leader Gabby Davis, Operating Principal of Keller Williams West Atlanta and one of the fastest-growing br...

120. Daniel’s Guide to Setting Your Financial Goals for 2026

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we approach the end of the year, it’s time to get honest about our money. In this episode, we sit down together to unpack what it really means to...

119. Power Presence: A Masterclass in Non-Verbal Leadership w/ Linda Clemons

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"You are not a leader because you call yourself one—you're a leader when your people call you a leader."In this episode, world-renowned ...

118. How Resilience Helped Build a Billion Dollar Business with Angel Brunner

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When the doors won’t open, build your own. That’s exactly what Angel Brunner did. As founder and CEO of EB5 Capital, Angel transformed barriers in...

117. Finding Opportunity in a Chaotic World

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a world that feels increasingly chaotic—economically, socially, and emotionally—how do we stay focused long enough to see opportunity when othe...

116. The 5 Keys To Entrepreneurial Success (And How YOU Can Find Them)

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Success in entrepreneurship isn’t luck—it’s discipline, mindset, and connection. In this episode, Julia, Emerick, and Bo come together for a dee...

115. Make Your Money Your #1 Employee with PJ Hill

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to building wealth, most of us were never taught where to start—or how to make our money work harder than we do. In this episode, we s...

114. Building Legacy Through Leadership, Culture, and Giving with Scott Malouff

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Color of Money, the hosts welcome powerhouse entrepreneur Scott Malouff of Malouff International. From his early days as a club...

113. Bridging the Wealth Gap: Knowledge, Capital & Community with Vernon Beckford and Eric Andrew

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Bowman Keatie and Daniel Dixon sit down with Vernon Beckford and Eric Andrew, founders of Diversified Lending Solutions. From Wall St...

112. Find Your Sunlight: Grit, Growth, and Sellable Streams with Mawi Asgedom

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From a hut in a refugee camp to Harvard, bestselling author and social entrepreneur Mawi Asgedom shares how scarcity forged creativity, grit, and a ne...

111. From Spray & Pray to Strategy: Marketing and Mindset for a Scalable Business with Kendall Bonner

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Attorney-turned-operator Kendall Bonner joins Julia and Emerick to unpack how modern marketing—and a CEO mindset—can transform a real estate caree...

110. The Path from Rookie Real Estate Agent to $100k with Jay Papasan

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Real estate is one of the rare industries where anyone with a license, a laptop, and a car can build a path to wealth—if we treat it like a business...

109. Redefining Wealth: The Six Pillars That Change Everything with Patrice Washington

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the real drivers of wealth aren’t budgets and spreadsheets, but mindset, habits, and the spaces we live in? In this episode, Julia, Daniel, ...

108. Live from Mega Agent Camp: Seasons, Transitions, and Legacy

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fall may be arriving slowly in San Antonio, but change is in the air. Recorded live at Mega Camp, this episode explores the seasons of business and li...

107. What Can You Really Build? Zoning, AI, and the Power of Clarity with Whitney Blanco

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the most powerful tool in real estate wasn’t a bulldozer or a checkbook—but a clear, fast answer to “What can I really build on this lan...

106. Start, Persevere, Impact: How Rocio Hermosillo & Kuuku Saah Revitalize Communities in Des Moines

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From immigrant roots to transformative real estate projects, Rocio Hermosillo and Kuuku Saah are revitalizing the River Bend neighborhood in Des Moine...

105. Move Your Feet: How Jemila Winsey Built & Rebuilt a High-Impact Real Estate Business

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really take to rise from homelessness to the executive suite—and then risk it all to reinvent yourself again? Jemila Winsey’s story i...

104. Beyond the Headlines: Understanding Today’s Housing Market with Logan Mohtashami

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Think the housing market is headed for disaster? Logan Mohtashami says: Look closer at the numbers. As lead analyst for HousingWire—nicknamed “the...

103. How Dwight Stephenson Plans for Success & Brings Others With Him

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really take to lead, whether in business, in life, or in the boardroom?In this episode of The Color of Money, we sit down with Dwight Ste...

102. How to Build Consistent Success: Real Estate Mastery with Jeff Glover

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to create a real estate business that runs like clockwork? This week, we’re joined by Jeff Glover—Michigan’s top team leader a...

101. Don’t Go It Alone: Building Wealth and Community with Marlena McWilliams

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if you stopped trying to do it all alone and started building your business like a family? In this episode, real estate entrepreneur Marlena McWi...

100. Montaz McCray’s Next Chapter: Leverage, Law School, and Long-Term Wealth

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Montaz McCray returns to The Color of Money with new milestones and hard-won perspective. Since first joining us as a rookie standout, Montaz has expa...

99. Lead Yourself First: How Chike Aguh Champions Growth and Greatness

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Color of Money, Chike Aguh—senior advisor, Fulbright Scholar, and former Chief Innovation Officer at the U.S. Department of L...

98. From Oil Rigs to Investing: How Michael Merideth Scaled with Purpose

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to grow from a Craigslist rental to a $100 million real estate portfolio—and still stay true to your values?In this episode, we si...

97. Disciplined by Design: Kito Smith’s Real Estate Formula

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really take to build a thriving business and lasting wealth—on your own terms? We sit down with Kito Smith, a standout in the San Anton...

96. Money, Mentorship, and the New Age of College Sports

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From protecting Austin’s live music scene to launching the University of Texas’s largest NIL fund, Nick Shuley’s career has always centered on i...

95. How Empathy and Equity Built a Real Estate Empire with Jamar Adams

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From NFL locker rooms to boardrooms with Stephen Ross, Jamar Adams’ journey is anything but ordinary. In this powerful episode, Jamar shares how gro...

94. Family Is the First Business: Building Wealth Together with LaVaisha Davis

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if your family could operate like a business, not just to survive, but to build legacy wealth?In this powerful episode of The Color of Money, we’...

93. From the NFL to Real Life: What Great Leaders Really Do with Michael Pitre

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does leadership look like when it's grounded in love, high standards, and real connection?In this episode of The Color of Money, we sit down ...

92. Hard Work, Integrity, and Belief: Gaurav Gambhir’s Formula for Success

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode of The Color of Money, we sit down with real estate mogul and market center owner Gaurav Gambhir, whose empire spans brokerag...

91. Bet On Yourself: From Basement Startup to 8,000 Units with Buwa Binitie

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When Buwa Binitie’s father told him, “I didn’t raise you to work for someone else,” it wasn’t a critique—it was a challenge. In this episo...

90. From Hustler to CEO: How Coby Socher Built a Real Estate Empire

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most real estate agents fall in love with the grind, but few pause to ask if it’s building real wealth. In this powerful episode, we sit down with C...

89. Adapt, Evolve, Lead: What the Best Leaders Do Differently with Mark Willis

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Willis has led Keller Williams through massive growth and turbulent times—but his secret weapon isn’t strategy. It’s vision, presence, and ...

88. Reconstructing Wealth from the Inside Out with Matt Morizio

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if your relationship with money matters more than how much of it you have?In this episode, we’re joined by Matt Morizio, former professional ba...

87. Rethinking Risk: Whole Life Insurance as a Wealth-Building Tool

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Color of Money, we sit down with David Zapata to unpack the misunderstood world of life insurance—and the immense financial p...

86. Lead With Joy: Purpose-Driven Real Estate with Natalie Davis

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From Jamaica to Texas to Colorado, Natalie Davis has built a life—and a leadership legacy—by staying true to her purpose: pouring into others.In t...

85. Building Legacy Wealth with Corey Wright & Gabby Maddox Davis (Live at KW Family Reunion)

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Recorded live at the 2025 KW Family Reunion during the KWBREN Fest, this episode dives into the real power of real estate—building generational weal...

84. From Corporate to Real Estate: How Jonathan Miller Acquired 157 Units in 5 Years

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Success in real estate isn’t about where you went to school—it’s about grit, strategy, and knowing how to take action. In this episode of The Co...

83. Excellence is Non-Negotiable: How Emerick Peace Built a Movement

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to build a legacy—not just for yourself, but for an entire community? In this special episode, we turn the spotlight on our very o...

82. Leading from Within: The Evolution of Leadership with Kymber Lovett-Menkiti

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership is a journey that starts from within, and few understand that better than Kymber Lovett-Menkiti. In this episode of The Color of Money, we ...

81. Networking Like a Pro: Sheri Pettus on Building a Referral-Driven Business

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Color of Money, we sit down with powerhouse real estate agent Sheri Pettus, also known as The Real Realtor from Atlanta, Georgi...

80. Flipping Isn’t Enough: The Real Key to Wealth with Corey Wright

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to build wealth when you're starting with nothing? According to Corey Wright, the answer isn't just money—it’s mindset, ...

79. Bo Knows Wealth: The Strategy Behind Real Estate Success

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bo Menkiti’s journey to real estate success wasn’t linear—it was built on intentional choices, valuable lessons, and a commitment to investing i...

78. The Mindset Shift That Made a Mega Agent with Tiffany Todd

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From school teacher to mega agent, Tiffany Todd’s story is a masterclass in resilience and strategy. In this episode, she shares how she transitione...

77. Quantum Leap: Turning Purpose into Generational Wealth with Shaquille McCray

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you turn personal empowerment into a tool for building generational wealth? Shaquille McCray, team leader and Quantum Leap instructor, shares h...

76. Onward and Upward: Mega Agent Linda Lee on Fostering Relationships

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to excel in real estate while fostering deep relationships and giving back to the community? We sit down with Linda Lee, a top 100 a...

75. Mental Health and Mental Wealth with Dr. Troy Waller

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What role does mental health play in building success and generational wealth? We sit down with Dr. Troy Waller, a board-certified mental health speci...

74. From Setbacks to Success: Building Resilience with Kimberly Guiry

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership, mindset, and financial well-being—what do they have in common? Everything. In this episode, we sit down with Kimberly Guiry, a dynamic b...

73. Bank on Your Neighbor: Seller Financing with Melissa Dorman

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Starting with only $500, Melissa Dorman bought 23 units in 3 years, jumpstarting her real estate career. How did this former social worker pull it off...

72. Julia’s TED Talk Response to Elon Musk’s “DEI Must Die”

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In 2022, Julia shared the front page of the Austin Business Journal with Elon Musk for the annual edition of the most influential people to watch in T...

71. Where Does Diversity Go From Here? With Harrison Beacher & Tommy Choi

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The presidential election results have weighed heavily on many people of color, including those of us who are real estate professionals.Harrison Beach...

70. Teaching Excellence with Chief Master Sergeant Monique Slater

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When Chief Master Sergeant Monique Slater retired from the Air Force, she didn’t retire from being a leader. Today, she uses real estate to teach ot...

69. Six Generations of Entrepreneur Excellence with Marki Lemons

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you go to the south side of Chicago and look around at what used to be 75th Street, you’ll see a sign: James B. Lemons Way. James B. Lemons was l...

68. Development without Displacement with Anthony Kimble

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Areas with predominantly Black populations, especially inner cities, have been intentionally divested from for decades. How do we reinvest in those ar...

67. Lead like a Navy Officer with Kaleo Kina

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kaleo Kina is a leader through and through. At the age of 21, he was leading men and women twice his age as a naval officer during a time of war. Toda...

66. Be a Great Leader of People with Charles Holloway

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Charles Holloway is a leader of people. He has built a brokerage firm, a title company, and a property management company from the ground up. He joins...

65. Buying Businesses, Not Renting Careers with Fee Gentry

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you buying businesses or just renting a career? Fee Gentry is a pro at buying businesses for little or no cash, setting them up to operate on thei...

64. Will to Win with Keith James

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Coaching, teamwork, recruitment, stats, and a passion for winning — the way Emerick, Daniel, and today's guest, Keith James, talk in this episod...

63. Adapting to Shifts and Elevating Client Value

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Change is inevitable; growth is optional. The real estate industry is undergoing significant changes, but good leaders will leverage this shift for gr...

62. Being a Luxury Agent with Ben Baker

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ben Baker grew up in Plano, Texas, where only 1% of the population was Black. Today, he's a luxury real estate agent in the Dallas, Fort Worth are...

61. Wealth Building in the Hispanic Community with Lisa Ortiz-Rodriguez

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Hispanic population is the fastest-growing population in terms of home ownership. Lisa Ortiz-Rodriguez joins us to explain what that means for rea...

60. Finding Your Authentic Niche with Melanie Miller

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Melanie Miller knew she wanted to be a real estate professional when she was a kid. She watched Egypt Sherrod on TV every day. When Melanie started he...

59. Learning Before Earning: Tiffany Curry’s Real Estate Journey

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tiffany Curry’s grandmother taught her how to read before she even went to kindergarten. She instilled in Tiffany the life lesson that if Tiffany’...

58. "Flippin' In Heels" with Rashuana Scott

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Rashuana Scott leads a real estate investor community called “Flippin’ In Heels,” but it all started when she was wearing safer shoes on ...

57. The Top 5 Things Daniel Dixon Learned From Gary Keller

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our co-host, Daniel Dixon, recently spent some time with Gary Keller, learning from his mentorship and leadership. As listeners know, Gary is one of t...

The Color of Money Season 2: Starting Tomorrow

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Color of Money Podcast is back for Season 2. We're diving into new strategies and amplifying voices that are shaping the future of financial e...

56. Mega Agent Camp Special: The Power of Community

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Recently, we convened at the annual Keller Williams Mega Agent Camp, and more specifically, as the KW Black Real Estate Network (BREN). In today's...

55. Revisited: Wealth Building with Brett Tanner

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As real estate agents, sometimes we get so busy helping our clients build their wealth that we neglect our own wealth-building journey. That’s why w...

54. Revisited: Owning Real Estate with Ryan Butler

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

An episode so nice that we had to publish it twice—this time with video. Ryan Butler was our guest on our show in 2023 and will soon be featured in...

53. From Agent to Developer and Coach with Nicole Ambrose

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we welcome all-star guest Nicole Ambrose back to the show. Yes, she is one of the top 1% real estate agents in the nation, but she has also bec...

52. Building Success Brick by Brick with Doug Parson

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Doug Parson has gone from being a hustler to flipping houses to being a real estate agent for celebrities. His stories, perspective, and pieces of adv...

51. Future-proofing Your Business with Nicole Ambrose

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Future-proofing your business is not about getting the latest shiny technology. It is about connecting with people. Nicole Ambrose is in the top 1% of...

50. Special: A Reflection on Our Best Conversations

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In celebration of our 50th episode today, we look back at some of our favorites. We pull clips from four different episodes and explain why they were ...

49. Starting Over

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Global financial crisis, illness, divorce, foreclosure, death of a child—Julia has experienced it all and more. Numerous times, she has lost everyth...

48. Preparing for Opportunity: Beyond Just a Conversation

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s only an opportunity if you’re prepared. If you’re not prepared, you’re just having a conversation. That’s why, in this episode, we’re...

47. Mid-Year Reflection: Navigating the Changing Real Estate Landscape

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t wish it were easier—focus on getting better. That’s our mantra as we do our mid-year reflection and preparation for what comes next. Inve...

46. Millionaire Real Estate Agent With Jason Abrams (January Throwback)

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We’re nearing our 50th episode of the Color of Money podcast! To celebrate the occasion, we’re revisiting our most popular episodes. Today, we thr...

45. 7 Steps to Effective Leadership

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we’re diving deep into one of the foundational pillars of wealth building: leadership. For many of us on this journey, leadership isn’t jus...

44. Being a 30 Under 30 Finalist: Moti Shiferaw & Isaiah Hazward

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s rare for two real estate professionals from the same area and same brokerage to be named as REALTOR Magazine’s 30 under 30 Rising Stars final...

43. The Grow, Relationships, Invest, Develop (GRID) Network

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Go make friends” is the number one item on Rob Chavez’s and Justin Myers’ to-do list every day. Rob is the Founder and Justin is the Director...

42. Generational Wealth as a Strategy with Dr. Pamela Jolly

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone receives inheritances, and everyone leaves some kind of inheritance, even if those inheritances are not financial in nature. Today, our gues...

41. Buyer Representation for Homebuyers with Patricia Long

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Worried about how you’re going to earn your buyer commission after the Sitzer-Burnett lawsuit ruling? You definitely aren’t alone. But Patricia Lo...

40. Creating a Legacy Through Real Estate with Jerome Harper and Nate Thompson

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For decades the South Side of Chicago was intentionally divested from. That is the legacy of racism in America. Today, Jerome Harper, Nate Thompson, L...

39. Building Blocks: Real Estate, Community and Impact with Harrison Beacher

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The fundamental building blocks for growing a real estate company and impacting a community are the same. Harrison Beacher from the Coalition Properti...