In this episode of the Student of the Game podcast, host Brad Noll speaks with financial expert and real estate mogul Brian Lessinger. Brad and Brian tackle the key financial fundamentals: earning, spending, saving, and investing money efficiently. Brian shares his journey from nearly $700,000 in debt to a net worth of over $5 million, revealing that it's never too late to take control of your financial future. Brian also shares how to start the financial conversations that many people shy away from, and practical steps to master personal and business finance. 

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• "The absolute worst thing you can do with money is just not pay attention to it at all.” -Brian Lessinger [03:06] 

• "In the long run, the tortoise will win. But in the short term, it sucks, because sometimes the hare drives a fancy car or bought a fancy house or bought a fancy watch, and you want it, but in the long term, you'll get it, and they'll be back, starting from scratch again.” -Brian Lessinger [27:57] 

Guest Bio:

MBA, Master of Business Administration. Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE). The Lessinger Team has been serving clients in the Reno area for over 25 years. We have built our business on providing the ultimate in professionalism. Coached by Brian Buffini - we specialize in building our business by referral. You can trust that your referrals will be personally handled and we will take great care of your clients!

Timestamps

(00:00) Mastering Money Fundamentals for Personal and Business Success

(10:40) Fundamentals of Budgeting and Debt Reduction for Financial Success

(17:15) Leveraging Financial Expertise to Build Client Trust and Relationships

(24:40) Financial Planning: The Tortoise Versus the Hare Approach

(28:58) Initiating Money Conversations and Practical Financial Advice

(32:36) The Importance of Vulnerability and Mentorship in Personal Growth

(40:57) Mastering Money Fundamentals and Pursuing Happiness

(45:33) A Tribute to a Father's Financial Wisdom and Legacy

(47:17) Building Financial Literacy and Seeking Help When Needed

Noll Team Real Estate

SINCE 2003, Noll Team Real Estate HAS BEEN HELPING PEOPLE IN THE FORT WAYNE AREA FIND THE FREEDOM TO LIVE THE LIFESTYLE THEY WANT.

DESPITE CHANGING MARKETS AND BUSINESS TACTICS, WE HAVE REMAINED TRUE TO THIS BETTER AND IMPROVED BUSINESS MODEL BY FOCUSING ON BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS AND SERVING OTHERS IN EVERYTHING WE DO.

WHATEVER STAGE OF LIFE YOU ARE IN, OUR GOAL IS TO PROVIDE YOU WITH THE WISDOM AND TOOLS NECESSARY WHEN BUYING OR SELLING A HOME. WE PUT YOU FIRST TO ENSURE AN ENJOYABLE AND PROFITABLE EXPERIENCE.