The REAL Wealth Formula Podcast
Episodes
I’ve Never Regretted Firing a Contractor Too Soon | Ep 25
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Firing contractors is one of the most uncomfortable parts of real estate investing — and one of the most expensive if you do it wrong. In this episo...
Financial Independence Starts With You, Not Others | Real Wealth Review with Dr. Brian | Ep 24
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people believe their financial stress will disappear once they make more money. It won’t. In this episode of The Real Wealth Formula, Brad and ...
How to Pick a Real Estate Market That Actually Cash Flows | John Webb | Ep 23
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most common questions real estate investors ask is: “What local markets actually work for investing?” In this episode of The Real Wealt...
The Right Way to Hire Contractors (No One Teaches This) | Ep 22
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hiring contractors can either make you money or completely destroy your deal. In this episode of The Real Wealth Formula, Brad breaks down the exact r...
How to Break the Financial Patterns That Keep You Stuck | Real Wealth Review with Marion | Ep 21
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the real reason you’re stuck financially has nothing to do with your income… and everything to do with your identity? In this emotional an...
The Auction Strategy That Built a Real Estate Empire | Matt Sanchez | Ep 20
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to become a wealthy real estate investor — not just on paper, but in real life? In this episode, Brad sits down with Matt S...
How to Build a Legacy That Outlives You | Ep 19
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think legacy is about money, retirement, or what gets written in a will. But Brad breaks down the deeper truth: legacy is what lives on be...
This Simple Fix Can Turn a $5K Month Into a Six-Figure Year | Real Wealth Review w/ Jessica | Ep 18
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a hardworking mom of three tries to grow her income but keeps getting held back by hidden expenses and debt? In today’s Real Wealt...
How to Make Money in Real Estate Without a License! | Brian McClain | Ep 17
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Should a real estate investor get their real estate license? Brad and Brian break down one of the most common questions newer investors have and the a...
How to Live on Passive Income (Most People Get This Wrong) | Ep 16
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the real definition of wealth has nothing to do with net worth, fancy cars, or a stacked bank account? In this episode, Brad breaks down the r...
Focus on This in Your 20s if You Want Financial Freedom | Real Wealth Review with Ishaq | Ep 15
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode dives deep into what REAL wealth looks like for young entrepreneurs, side-hustlers, and content creators who want financial freedom — n...
How an MLB Player Invested His Way to Financial Freedom | David Bote | Ep 14
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How does a pro athlete go from surviving on $11,000 a year in the minor leagues to building enough passive income to retire early, all without debt, h...
The Truth About Passive Income No One Tells You | Ep 13
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you trying to build passive income but feel stuck, confused, or overwhelmed by all the “gurus” telling you 100 different strategies? In this e...
Your Money Situation Isn’t a Math Problem… It’s Behavior | Real Wealth Review with Ken | Ep 12
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you feel like you make “okay money” but still can’t get ahead, this episode will hit home. Brad walks Ken through a full Real Wealth Review b...
What Wealthy Investors Know About Commercial Real Estate That You Don't | Kal Murib | Ep 11
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you holding out for the perfect real estate deal? In this episode, Brad Hovis and guest Kal Murib shatter the myth of waiting for “discount” ...
How to Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck—For Good | Ep 10
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could double your income without quitting your job? In this episode of The Real Wealth Formula, Brad Hovis reveals the real steps to enla...
He Makes More Money from Comedy Than His Job (With a Hidden Pokémon Prank) | Jake Hovis | Ep 9
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think getting rich means earning more — but that’s only half the story. In this episode of The Real Wealth Formula, Brad Hovis sits do...
How to Turn Sports Betting Into a Side Hustle | Garrett Gibson | Ep 8
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of losing money on sports bets? In this episode of The Real Wealth Formula, we sit down with Garrett Gibson, a contributor to the Denv...
Stop Wasting Money: The Spending Plan That Actually Works | Ep 7
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you break free from financial stress when your expenses never seem to line up with your income? In this episode of The Real Wealth Formula Pod...
How to Build Wealth When Your Income Is Inconsistent | Real Wealth Review with Kyle | Ep 6
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you build wealth when your income changes every month? In this episode of The Real Wealth Formula Podcast, Brad Hovis sits down with Kyle — ...
The Secret to Finding Discount Homes Revealed | John Webb | Ep 5
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people buy real estate at full price. Wealthy investors don’t — and in this episode, you’ll learn exactly how they do it. In this episode o...
The Truth About Real Estate in 2025 (Nobody’s Saying This) | Ep 4
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone’s asking what’s next for the real estate market — but few are giving real answers. In this episode of The Real Wealth Formula Podcast, ...
$165,000 in Debt—Gone Overnight. Now What? | Real Wealth Review with Daquarii | Ep 3
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think debt forgiveness is the finish line. For Daquarii, it was just the beginning. After getting $165,000 in student loans forgiven, she...
How I Dodged A Million Dollar Ponzi Scheme | Adam Adams | Ep 2
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you actually raise private money for real estate — without hype, pressure, or losing your integrity? In this episode of The Real Wealth Formu...
How Losing Everything Led Me to the Real Wealth Formula | Ep 1
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you actually achieve financial freedom — not just more money, but more life? In this episode of The Real Wealth Formula Podcast, host Brad Ho...
EP37: How my 18-Year-Old Son Made $5500 in Less Than Two Days
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How does an 18-year-old make $5,500 in less than two days? In this episode of Real Wealth Formula, Brad Hovis shares how his son closed his first whol...
EP 36: How to Avoid Wire Fraud
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wire fraud is one of the biggest threats facing real estate investors today. In this episode, Brad Hovis shares real stories of wire fraud attempts, i...
EP 35: How Should New Investors Educate Themselves on Real Estate - Rob Swanson
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Real Wealth Formula, Brad Hovis sits down again with Rob Swanson to tackle a big question: How should new investors educate the...
EP 34: Is Airbnb a Good Investment?
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Airbnb a smart investment or a risky move? In this episode, Brad Hovis shares his real-life experience owning hotels and Airbnbs to break down the ...
EP 33: How 1031 Exchange Helps Investors Avoid Income Tax - Drew McCabe
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the truth about the 1031 exchange. This episode tackles a common misconception: that it helps you avoid income tax. Brad Hovis and Drew McCab...
EP 32: How I Bought a Hotel Without Any Money
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how to buy a hotel with no money down. Brad Hovis shares the incredible story of his Hotel Frisco deal, where he turned a creative finance st...
EP 31: How to Calculate ROI
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Real Wealth Formula, you’ll learn how to calculate ROI the right way. The discussion covers why ROI is often misunderstood, t...
EP30: How To Find Discount Off-Market Real Estate Deals - Rob Swanson
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a high earner still living paycheck to paycheck? This episode of The Real Wealth Formula is for you. Host Brad Hovis sits down with real estat...
EP 29: Should You Just Do Deals or Do Business
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Real Wealth Formula, Brad Hovis breaks down the difference between simply doing real estate deals and building a real estate bu...
EP28: How Does the BRRRR Method Work? - Brian McClain
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode breaks down the BRRRR method for real estate investing. The acronym stands for Buy, Renovate, Rent, Refinance, and Repeat. Hosts Brad Hov...
EP 27: How Do You Handle Late Rent Payments?
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Late rent payments can hurt your cash flow and create unnecessary stress. In this episode, Brad breaks down practical strategies to manage them effect...
EP 26: How Much Money Do You Need to Get Started in Real Estate Investing?
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many believe you need huge amounts of cash to start real estate investing. The truth is different. In this episode, Brad Hovis shares practical strate...
EP25: How Can a Beginner Get Started in Real Estate Investing? - Kal Murib
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you are flipping houses, timing matters. In this episode, we talk about how market seasons can make or break your profit. Learn why selling in th...
EP24: Is Now a Good Time to Invest in Real Estate?
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast In this episode of the Real Wealth Formula Podcast, we dive into the question: Is now a good time to invest in real estate? The short answer i...
EP23: What Local Markets Work for Real Estate Investing? - John Webb
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Real Wealth Formula, Brad Hovis and guest John Webb dive into the question: What local markets work for real estate investing? Th...
EP22: Should You Self-Manage or Hire a Property Management Company?
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we break down the decision-making process for real estate investors on whether to self-manage their properties or hire a property man...
EP21: How to Find Reliable Contractors
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Finding reliable contractors is crucial for real estate success. In this episode of Real Wealth Formula, Brad Hovis explains how to build a strong con...
EP20: How Do You Buy Real Estate at the Foreclosure Auctions? - Matt Sanchez
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Real Wealth Formula Podcast, Brad Hovis sits down with seasoned investor Matt Sanchez to dive deep into how to buy real estate ...
EP19: Should You Create an LLC for Real Estate Investing?
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One wrong move with your LLC could cost you everything. Brad Hovis exposes the biggest mistake new investors make with LLCs and how to avoid it. Learn...
EP18: Should a Real Estate Investor Get Their Real Estate License? - Brian McClain
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Hovis and Brian McClain reveal what most people won’t tell you about being a licensed investor. From hidden liabilities to powerful deal advant...
EP17: How to Analyze a Rental Property
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Hovis strips rental property analysis down to what matters: real cash, real numbers, and real-world thinking. Discover how most investors blow it...
EP16: Should You Buy Single-Family or Multi-Family?
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think multifamily is the fast track to wealth? Think again. Brad Hovis reveals why single-family homes often outperform, with fewer headaches, lower v...
EP15: How to Become a Passive Real Estate Investor - David Bote
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From walk-off grand slams to walk-in rentals. David Bote reveals how he turned MLB paychecks into lasting wealth. He shares the behind-the-scenes play...
EP14: How to Find a Good Real Estate Market
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Brad reveals how to choose the right market based on your strengths, strategy, and buy box, not hype. From rent ratios to investor ac...
EP13: How to Acquire Commercial Real Estate at a Discount - Kal Murib
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Still waiting for the "perfect" deal? You're already losing. Kal Murib reveals how he built a 16-property portfolio without chasing discounts, just re...
EP12: How to Finance Your First Property
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about buying your first investment property? This episode covers the smartest financing strategies, from traditional loans to creative plays ...
EP11: Do You Need a Real Estate License?
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you curious about how skipping the license can help you avoid lawsuits, red tape, and costly mistakes while still providing access to deals, prope...
EP10: When is it Responsible to Bet on Sports? - Garrett Gibson
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is your sports betting just for fun, or could it actually be an investment? Garrett Gibson reveals how to turn promos, price gaps, and bankroll discip...
EP09: How to Fire Contractors
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Contractor headaches cost time and money, so today, we'll show you how to fire underperformers fast. Join us as we cover key red flags and why charact...
EP08: How to Acquire Real Estate at a Discount - John Webb
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Buying real estate below market value isn’t a myth, it’s a method. In this episode, Brad Hovis sits down with John Webb to break down exactly how ...
EP07: How to Hire Contractors
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hiring contractors can make or break your rehab projects and your wallet. Today, we flip the script on “industry norms” and reveal the no-BS playb...
EP06: How to Leave a Legacy
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Seize the final “L” (Legacy) in your wealth journey. Brad Hovis reveals how to turn your toughest struggles into a Big Hairy Audacious Goal, break...
EP05: How to Live on Passive Income
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Hovis retired at 31, not because he struck it rich overnight, but because he followed a simple formula: build passive income that exceeds your mo...
EP04: How to Acquire Passive Income
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Start earning while you’re off the clock as we hit dividend stocks, mineral royalties, business distributions, and private loans, then share four re...
EP03: How to Enlarge Your Active Income
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if one raise could rewrite your entire wealth story? In this episode, Brad Hovis shares a focused playbook for turning extra active income into a...
EP02: How to Reduce Your Monthly Expenses
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to take control of your monthly bills? We’ll show you how to track every expense, set up a no-nonsense 10-category spending plan, and smash yo...
EP01: What is The Real Wealth Formula?
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Hovis went from broke hotel manager to retired real estate mogul by following a simple but powerful framework—the Real Wealth Formula. In this ...
Trailer Episode #0 (Start Here for the R.E.A.L Wealth Formula)
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of chasing paycheck after paycheck and ready to start building real wealth? You're in the right place. Welcome to The R.E.A.L. Wealth Formula, y...