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The Inspired ChoiceFrom Mistakes to Mastery: Freddie Rappina on Financial Strategy and SuccessCaroline Biesalski introduces Freddie Rappina, who shares insights on learning from mistakes in financial management. The discussion explores the analogy of checkers versus chess in finance, emphasizing strategic thinking and the benefits of using loans to acquire assets. They address common financial pitfalls and the importance of shifting perspectives on taxes, as well as navigating the challenges of starting with limited resources. Freddie highlights the role of mentors, learning from mistakes, and sources of inspiration in his journey. He also discusses his book and upcoming projects. The episode wraps up with final thoughts on success and financial strategy, along with...2025-07-0516 min
Real Estate Essentials by Linda PeltzMaster Your Financial with Freddie Rappina from Opta FinancialAt Opta Financial, we’re not just moving your money around—we’re helping you strategize like a Grandmaster. Shall your current financial game looks more like a 3-move blunder or you’re just tired of hopping from one paycheck to the next like a checker piece, Freddie Rappina is here to flip the board in your favor!Call Freddie at 703-981-1735Email: frappina@optafinancial.comhttps://www.optafinancial.com/2025-05-3130 min
Six-Figure Speaker Spotlight100 - How to Create Multiple Income Streams and Secure Your Financial Future with Opta Financial's Freddie RappinaYour host, Kelley O'Hara, talks with the Founder and Wealth Advisor of Opta Financial, Freddie Rappina. Freddie shares his journey from being a police officer to a financial consultant and emphasizes the importance of strategic financial planning. He advocates for shifting from a "checkers" approach to a "chess" approach in wealth building, highlighting the role of debt and financial education. Freddie also discusses his book, "Playing the Wealth Game," and stresses the need for a proactive mindset. The conversation underscores the differences in financial mindsets between the wealthy and the middle class, focusing on long-term planning and...2025-04-2250 min
Play Big Faster Podcast#193: The Chess Strategy for Wealth Building Beyond Your Business with Freddie Rappina Are you playing checkers while the wealthy play chess? What if the traditional financial advice you've been following is actually keeping you trapped in the middle class? Freddie Rappina, founder of Opta Financial, retired police officer turned Chartered Financial Consultant, and author of 'Playing the Wealth Game,' is here to reveal the strategic wealth-building framework that separates truly successful entrepreneurs from everyone else. You'll discover why reinvesting everything back into your business could be a dangerous mistake, how to leverage income-producing debt to create multiple revenue str...2025-04-1019 min
Play Big Faster Podcast#193: The Chess Strategy for Wealth Building Beyond Your Business with Freddie RappinaAre you playing checkers while the wealthy play chess? What if the traditional financial advice you've been following is actually keeping you trapped in the middle class? Freddie Rappina, founder of Opta Financial, retired police officer turned Chartered Financial Consultant, and author of 'Playing the Wealth Game,' is here to reveal the strategic wealth-building framework that separates truly successful entrepreneurs from everyone else. You'll discover why reinvesting everything back into your business could be a dangerous mistake, how to leverage income-producing debt to create multiple revenue streams outside your core business, and the critical mindset shift that transforms how you...2025-04-1019 min
You're Worthless. Read that again. The Juxtaposition of Your Very SoulFrom Checkers to Chess: A Financial Mindset ShiftSummaryIn this enlightening conversation, Nicolette interviews Freddie Rapina, a financial advisor and author, who shares insights on the importance of financial literacy and the mindset shift needed to transition from a 'checkers' to a 'chess' approach in finance. They discuss the role of fiduciary advisors, the wealth gap, and the significance of understanding different financial strategies to achieve personal and financial growth. Freddie emphasizes that success in finance is not just about saving money but about making informed decisions and leveraging opportunities.Who is our guest?2025-04-0735 min
The Unstuck Movement with Rob Z WentzWhy Middle-Class Money Habits Keep You Stuck w/ Freddie RappinaHow do the wealthy think differently about money than the middle class? In this episode with Freddie Rappina, we dive into the strategic mindset behind wealth building, exploring how financial planning is more like chess than checkers. Learn how leveraging assets, strategic investments, and financial foresight can set you on the path to lasting success.Freddie Rappina is a Wealth Advisor, Chartered Financial Consultant, and Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ who founded Opta Financial. With a background in law enforcement and finance, he helps clients analyze their financial situation, create wealth-building strategies, and implement long-term plans for financial success....2025-04-0242 min
Wealthy After 40: Personal Finance, Budgeting, Retirement Planning, Savings, Spending, Financial Freedom, and How to Retire for Gen XersEp 109 | The Checkers and Chess of Wealth Building with Freddie RappinaIn this episode, Freddie Rappina, founder of Opta Financial, discusses the difference between two financial strategies: “checkers” and “chess.” He explains how traditional financial planning, which focuses on saving and debt reduction, is like playing checkers, while wealth-building through leveraging debt and investing in cash-flowing assets like real estate is akin to chess. What You’ll Learn✅ The differences between conventional saving strategies and the more dynamic✅ The crucial mindset shift needed to embrace using debt as a tool for building income-generating assets✅ How real estate investments can help you play the...2025-03-1421 min
The Business & Wealth Show - Mac Attram177. Playing The Wealth Game Like The Rich with Freddie RappinaIn this episode, our host Mac Attram interview Freddie Rappina on how to play the wealth game like the rich.
Freddie is a Financial Advisor and a Chartered Financial Consultant as well as an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ who founded Opta Financial.
Freddie helps clients examine their current financial situation, financial goals, completes a financial analysis, provides recommendations, implements and reviews plans for clients. In addition to experience in the financial services industry, Freddie also has experience in law enforcement and is retired from The Fairfax County Police Department in Virginia.
Tune in, listen, le...2025-02-0729 min
Wealthy Woman Lawyer Podcast, Helping you create a profitable, sustainable law firm you loveEpisode 284 Playing the Wealth Game with Freddie RappinaIn today’s episode of the Wealthy Woman Lawyer® podcast, I chat with Freddie Rappina, Financial Advisor, Chartered Financial Consultant, and Author of "Playing the Wealth Game." Freddie is the founder of Opta Financial, where he empowers clients to make informed financial decisions, leveraging strategies that bridge the gap between middle-class finance and wealth-building. Freddie’s journey from law enforcement to finance brings a unique perspective to his work, making complex financial strategies accessible and actionable. He emphasizes the differences between “checkers” and “chess” approaches to finance, inspiring listeners to transition from conventional saving methods to strategic wealth-building...2025-01-2351 min
The Next Chapter Experience with Janette BlissettFreddie Rappina-Financial Advisor, Wealth Builder & AuthorFreddie Rappina is a Financial Advisor and a Chartered Financial Consultant as well as an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ who founded Opta Financial. Freddie helps clients examine their current financial situation and financial goals. He completes a financial analysis, provides recommendations, and implements and reviews plans for clients. In addition to experience in the financial services industry, Freddie also has experience in law enforcement and is retired from The Fairfax County Police Department in Virginia. Freddie's perspective is that middle-class finance is akin to checkers, which involves straightforward moves focused on saving and long-term stock market appreciation with minimal debt, ai...2024-12-2330 min
Real Estate Educators Podcast with Kevin AmolschFreddie Rappina - From Checkers to Chess: Uncommon Strategies for Building Real WealthUncover the surprising truth about wealth building and financial stability. Dive into the world of chess and checkers in the game of wealth with a financial advisor who's disrupting the norm. Discover the unexpected strategies of successful wealth builders and the secrets behind a life of financial freedom. Are you ready to play the game of wealth in a whole new way? Stay tuned for a revelation that could change everything you thought you knew about building wealth.In this episode, you will be able to:Learn how to leverage debt effectively...2024-12-0441 min
Sterling InsightsWealth-Building Strategies Beyond Traditional Financial AdviceWelcome to Episode 3 of Sterling Insights: Sterling Insights: Stand Out & Supercharge Your Assets, hosted by Roger Silk. In this episode, Roger sits down with Freddie Rappina and discusses wealth-building and cash flow.Freddie Rappina is a Financial Advisor and a Chartered Financial Consultant as well as an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ who founded Opta Financial. Freddie helps clients examine their current financial situation, financial goals, completes a financial analysis, provides recommendations, implements and reviews plans for clients. Here are some highlights from this week’s show:
Freddie emphasizes the impo...2024-11-1347 min
Entrepreneurs Visiting VictorInterview with Freddie RappinaInterview with Freddie Rappina, who is a Financial Advisor and a Chartered Financial Consultant as well as an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ who founded Opta Financial.
Freddie helps clients examine their current financial situation, financial goals, completes a financial analysis, provides recommendations, implements and reviews plans for clients.
In addition to experience in the financial services industry, Freddie also has experience in law enforcement and is retired from The Fairfax County Police Department in Virginia.
His web sites are https://www.optafinancial.com/ and https://calendly.com/freddierappina
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Walk In victoryGrow Rich with Real Estate SuccessGrow Rich with Real Estate Success: The Mindset Shift from Checkers to Chess In this episode of the Walk in Victory podcast, host NaRon Tillman discusses wealth-building strategies and the importance of a mindset shift with guest Freddie Rappina, a licensed fiduciary wealth advisor and owner of Opta Financial. They touch on topics such as the benefits of leveraging debt, the misconceptions about financial planning, and practical tips for securing a prosperous future. Using vivid analogies and personal anecdotes, Freddie emphasizes the need for a long-term approach to wealth and the distinction between playing financial 'checkers' versus 'chess'. 2024-11-0745 min
LIFESTYLE SOLOPRENEURCheckers vs Chess: Which game are you playing with your finances? with guest Freddie Rappina Freddie Rappina is a Financial Advisor and a Chartered Financial Consultant as well as an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ who founded Opta Financial. Freddie helps clients examine their current financial situation, financial goals, completes a financial analysis, provides recommendations, implements and reviews plans for clients. He is also the Author of the book "Playing the Wealth Game" available on amazon and Audible2024-10-3127 min
Millionaire University186. From Middle Class Mindset to Maximizing Your Income and Investments With Freddie RappinaIf you want to live differently than everyone else, then you need to think differently than everyone else. In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, we analyze the game of wealth-building with financial expert Freddie Rappina, owner of Opta Financial. Freddie challenges traditional thinking by introducing the idea of playing chess instead of checkers when it comes to building financial freedom, including the mindset and strategies needed to create sustainable wealth. Freddie explains the key differences between traditional financial moves (like relying solely on savings and retirement accounts) and more strategic "chess" moves, such as using debt to acquire...2024-10-2543 min
Franchise MavenFreddie Rappina A different kind of Wealth AdvisorGreg Mohr welcomes Freddie Rappina to discuss his inspiration and philosophy on wealth building, highlighting the power of compound interest. They explore the contrasting mindsets of checkers versus chess in finance, emphasizing strategic thinking. The conversation covers the concept of good debt and the importance of leveraging assets, while profiling the ideal client for Opta Financial and stressing the significance of income over savings. Freddie shares insights on leveraging debt in corporations and his motivation for writing "Playing the Wealth Game." They also address marketing challenges and offer advice on personal branding.
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The Chris Voss ShowThe Chris Voss Show Podcast – Playing the Wealth Game: The Strategies Behind Financial Moves That Win by Freddie Rappina
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Do you want to transform your financial future?
Build the kind of wealth you’ve always dreamed of having?
Create a brighter financial future simply by changing your wealth game?
Wealth-building isn’t just luck or happenstance—it’s a series of strategic moves that take you from where you are today to where you dream of being tomorrow. It’s all about playing the right...2024-10-1623 min
Lets Have This ConversationLet's Figure Out A Way to Make More Means with: Freddie RappinaIntentions don't always translate to action when it comes to
financial planning.
In fact, research shows a continued decline among Americans
who consider themselves "disciplined" financial planners – from 65%
in the post-Covid 2020 study to 45% in 2024, according to Northwestern Mutual.
Freddie Rappina is a
Financial Advisor and a Chartered Financial Consultant, as well as an
Accredited Investment Fiduciary™, who founded Opta Financial. Freddie helps
clients examine their current financial situation, financial goals, completes a
financial analysis, provides recommendations, implements and reviews plans for
clients.
In addition to experience in the financial services
industry, Freddie also has e...2024-10-1542 min
Awakened Titans Podcast - Lily PatrascuWealth Building With Cashflowing Assets - Freddie Rappina and Lily Patrascu2024-10-1529 min
WITneSSesPlaying the Wealth Game | Freddie RappinaFreddie Rappina is a seasoned Financial Advisor, Chartered Financial Consultant, and Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ who founded Opta Financial.
With a comprehensive approach, Freddie helps clients assess their financial situation, set goals, conduct thorough analyses, and implement actionable plans tailored to their needs.
Beyond his expertise in financial services, Freddie also brings experience from his time in law enforcement, having retired from the Fairfax County Police Department in Virginia.
Originally from Long Island, New York, Freddie enjoys baseball and brings his well-rounded background to every aspect of his work...2024-10-0919 min
Business Growth TrailblazersWomen Taking Charge: Brand Confidently With Milicent Driver
Welcome to the Business Growth Trailblazers Podcast! In this episode, we’ll explore how to turn that doubt into empowerment and take charge of your brand with confidence.
Milicent Driver, an Entrepreneurial Strategist, author, and speaker, empowers professional women on their entrepreneurial journeys. Milicent's work reflects her commitment to helping professional women overcome obstacles and harness their inner strength, fostering personal growth and entrepreneurial success. Milicent is the author of "Pretty Ugly: Strategies to Developing Your Mindset & Discovering the Beauty Within" and "Self-Love Guide: Affirmations and Strategies to Embracing the Essence of You...2024-10-0718 min
Financial Freedom and Wealth Trailblazers PodcastStrategic Wealth: The Chess Approach With Freddie Rappina
Welcome to the Financial Freedom & Wealth Trailblazers Podcast! In this episode, we’ll discuss the importance of investing and developing a comprehensive financial strategy that goes beyond just putting money aside.
Freddie Rappina is a Wealth Advisor and a Chartered Financial Consultant as well as an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™and Retirement Income Plannice Specialist who founded Opta Financial. Freddie helps clients examine their current financial situation, financial goals, completes a financial analysis, provides recommendations, implements and reviews plans for clients.
In addition to experience in the financial servic...2024-10-0723 min
Healthy Mind, Healthy LifeFrom Checkers to Chess: Unlocking Wealth-Building Strategies with Freddie RappinaIn this episode, Freddie Rappina, a former police officer turned financial expert, shares his unique approach to wealth-building, distinguishing between the traditional middle-class financial strategies he likens to "checkers" and the advanced wealth-building strategies he calls "chess." Freddie explains how the wealthy employ a different mindset towards debt, investing, and income-generating assets, and he emphasizes the importance of using leverage to create wealth now rather than waiting decades for compound interest to build it. Listen in to discover actionable steps to transform your financial strategy and take control of your financial future.
About the Guest: Freddie Rappina...2024-10-0324 minHealthy Mind, Healthy LifeFrom Checkers to Chess: Unlocking Wealth-Building Strategies with Freddie RappinaIn this episode, Freddie Rappina, a former police officer turned financial expert, shares his unique approach to wealth-building, distinguishing between the traditional middle-class financial strategies he likens to "checkers" and the advanced wealth-building strategies he calls "chess." Freddie explains how the wealthy employ a different mindset towards debt, investing, and income-generating assets, and he emphasizes the importance of using leverage to create wealth now rather than waiting decades for compound interest to build it. Listen in to discover actionable steps to transform your financial strategy and take control of your financial future.
About the Guest: Freddie Rappina...2024-10-0324 min
The Uncommon Leader PodcastStrategic Wealth: Freddie Rappina on Transforming Finances Like a Chess MasterWhat if you could transform your financial future by thinking strategically, like a chess master? On this captivating episode of the Uncommon Leader Podcast, we sit down with Freddie Rappina, an exceptional financial strategist and author of "Playing the Wealth Game." Freddie shares how a pivotal childhood moment during the 1986 World Series taught him the value of perseverance—a lesson that has shaped his innovative approach to wealth-building. This is a must-listen for anyone ready to challenge conventional financial wisdom and embrace a more proactive path to wealth creation.Freddie's journey from a police officer to a fi...2024-10-0133 min
One Starfish with Angela BradfordCheckers vs chess of finance with Freddie RappinaFreddie Rappina is a Financial Advisor and a Chartered Financial Consultant as well as an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ who founded Opta Financial. Freddie helps clients examine their current financial situation, financial goals,completes a financial analysis,provides recommendations, implements and reviews plans for clients. In addition to experience in the financial services industry,Freddie also has experience in law enforcement and is retired from The Fairfax County Police Department in Virginia. Freddie is originally from Long Island,New York and enjoys coaching baseball. Middle-class finance, akin to checkers,involves straight forward moves focused on saving and...2024-09-3028 min
The Podcast by KevinMDDon't let the SECURE Act devastate your legacyWe sit down with Freddie Rappina, a financial advisor, chartered financial consultant, and accredited investment fiduciary, to explore how the SECURE Act and SECURE Act 2.0 have changed the landscape of retirement and estate planning. Freddie breaks down the new 10-year rule for inherited retirement accounts, explaining its potential tax implications for your heirs. He also shares strategies to mitigate the impact, from Roth conversions to charitable contributions, helping you pass on your hard-earned savings as efficiently as possible. Freddie Rappina is a financial advisor, a chartered financial consultant, and an accredited investment fiduciary who founded Opta Financial....2024-09-3019 min
Registered Investment Advisor PodcastThe Wealth Game: From Police Officer to Wealth AdvisorFreddie Rappina is a Financial Advisor and a Chartered Financial Consultant as well as an Accredited Investment Fiduciary™ who founded Opta Financial. Freddie helps clients examine their current financial situation, financial goals, completes a financial analysis, provides recommendations, implements and reviews plans for clients. In addition to experience in the financial services industry, Freddie also has experience in law enforcement and is retired from The Fairfax County Police Department in Virginia. Freddie is originally from Long Island, New York and enjoys coaching baseball.Listen to this insightful RIA episode wi...2024-09-1816 min
Average Joe Finances268. Wealth Building Beyond the Basics with Freddie RappinaSend us a textJoin us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Freddie Rappina, a retired police officer turned wealth advisor, discusses his journey from Long Island to Virginia and now Florida, and shares insights into wealth building strategies. He emphasizes the difference between 'checkers' and 'chess' approaches to personal finance, the importance of having an evidence-based mindset, leveraging debt for wealth creation, understanding compound interest limitations, and the critical role of taxes and a robust financial team in achieving financial success.In this episode:Discover the importance of transitioning from...2024-09-1544 min
Indulge In: This Must-Listen Full Audiobook For Busy Professionals.Playing the Wealth Game by Freddie RappinaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/42581to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Playing the Wealth Game
Author: Freddie Rappina
Narrator: Andrew Wehrlen
Format: mp3
Length: 3 hrs and 44 mins
Release date: 09-12-24
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 2 ratings
Genres: Investing & Trading
Publisher's Summary:
Wealth-building isn’t just luck or happenstance—it’s a series of strategic moves that take you from where you are today to where you dream of being tomorrow. It’s all about playing the right game, and playing it well. Just as you would develop a strategy to win at Chess or Checkers, you need to do that for your...2024-09-123h 44Relish The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Critically-Acclaimed!Playing the Wealth Game by Freddie RappinaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/42581to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Playing the Wealth Game
Author: Freddie Rappina
Narrator: Andrew Wehrlen
Format: mp3
Length: 3 hrs and 44 mins
Release date: 09-12-24
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 2 ratings
Genres: Investing & Trading
Publisher's Summary:
Wealth-building isn’t just luck or happenstance—it’s a series of strategic moves that take you from where you are today to where you dream of being tomorrow. It’s all about playing the right game, and playing it well. Just as you would develop a strategy to win at Chess or Checkers, you need to do that for your...2024-09-123h 44
Know Your Why Podcast with Dr.Jason BalaraPlaying the Wealth Game; Checkers Vs Chess with Freddie Rappina | Know Your Why #344In this episode of the Know Your Why Podcast, Dr. Jason Balara interviews Freddie Rappina, a seasoned wealth advisor and retired police officer, to dive deep into the financial strategies that separate the wealthy from the average American. Freddie shares insights on how to play the financial "chess game" to build lasting wealth, as opposed to the simpler, often ineffective "checkers" approach that most people are taught.
Key Highlights
- Different Financial Game: Wealthy individuals and corporations play a vastly different financial game than the average American.
2024-09-1148 min
The Cyber Business PodcastFrom Police Force to Wealth Management: Freddie Rappina's Journey to Financial Mastery2024-07-2937 min
The Wayfinder ShowPlaying the Wealth Game - Freddie RappinaSend us a textIn this conversation, Luis interviews Freddie Rappina, a wealth advisor, about his unique approach to wealth management. Freddie emphasizes the importance of shifting from a checkers mindset to a chess mindset when it comes to building wealth. He explains that playing checkers involves traditional financial planning strategies like saving for retirement and paying off debt, while playing chess involves leveraging debt to invest in income-producing assets like real estate and businesses. Freddie also discusses the benefits of diversifying income streams and the importance of understanding the tax code. He shares insights on investing...2024-06-1147 min
CEO LIFE InsightsEpisode 4: An interview with Freddie Rappina2023-11-1322 min