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David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMBLIVE Mark Willis- The Business Fortress Book LaunchHow to turn your business into a resilient fortress to protect you and your family from your mortal enemies.
New Livestream guest- Mark Willis
I’m happy to have my friend and show sponsor Mark Willis join me on a live broadcast.
As you know, Mark is a certified in financial planning and works with business owners all around the US.
Tune in and as we’ll be discussing how to make any small business stronger and more resilient and how being a business owner makes financial planning different than the advice given out to employees.
Mark and I just fini...
2025-08-181h 00
Recession Resistant Real Estate RadioStock Market vs Bank on Yourself approach In 2025 With Mark Willis“I call paying cash for things the sugar high of finance because when you pay cash for something you lose the opportunity to grow that dollar for you ever again!” ~Mark Willis~In jest to Dave Ramey’s Debt Snowball strategy…check out the Debt SnowBANK strategy creatively crafted by Mark Willis! After experience with successful financial planning strategies using Whole Life Policies and what he has coined as the “Bank on Yourself” approach to investing, using debt borrowed against Whole Life is a genius way to pay...
2025-04-2437 min
Buried in Work PodcastMark Willis: Take Back Control of Your Money and Build a Legacy You’re Proud OfIn this episode of Buried in Work, Adam Zuckerman sits down with Mark Willis, a Certified Financial Planner® and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services. Mark is not your average financial advisor—he’s a wealth architect who’s helped hundreds of clients take control of their financial futures using innovative strategies like self-banking, real estate investing, and tax-free wealth growth.If you’ve ever felt like a “tennis ball floating down the gutter of life” when it comes to money, this conversation is for you. Mark dives deep into how to align your financial decisions with your val...
2025-01-2933 min
Ecomm BreakthroughStop Getting Loans IMMEDIATELY. The Secret to Financing Your Business yourself with Mark WillisMark Willis is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. As co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™, he shares some of his strategies for investing in real estate, paying for college without going broke, and creating an income in retirement you will not outlive. Mark works with people who want to grow their wealth in ways that are safe and predictable, to become their own source of financing, and create tax-free income in retirement. Book “How to be an Amazon Legend...
2025-01-0756 min
Commercial Real Estate Pro NetworkFinancial Freedom Debt Repayment Strategies with Mark Willis - CRE PN #480Today, my guest is Mark Willis. Mark Willis is a certified financial planner and is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. Mark is a three time number one best selling author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, and in just a minute, we're going to speak with Mark Willis about Buying Back Debt.
2024-11-2844 min
Rev'd Up for Sunday"Competitive Christianity" w/ The Very Rev. Robert Willis | Mark 10:35-45 | Episode 172The Very Rev. Robert Willis, Dean Emeritus of Canterbury Cathedral, joins "Rev'd Up for Sunday" as Peter Walsh, Elizabeth Garnsey, and John Kennedy bring the podcast to the Berkeley Center at Yale. This week's reading from Mark's Gospel stirs up questions about competition, service, and suffering. Plus, Dean Willis shares some interesting history about this passage and reflects on where his own ministry has taken him.Want to have your question or comment featured on the podcast? Leave a voicemail on our Rev'd Up hotline! Call (203) 442-5002.Learn more about St. Mark's at...
2024-10-1536 min
Peak Performance Perspectives with Mark Talukdar#45 - Mastering Financial Freedom: Build Wealth and Learn to Bank on Yourself with Mark WillisIn this enlightening episode of Peak Performance Perspectives, host Mark Talukdar sits down with special guest Mark Willis, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and expert in financial independence. They dive deep into the concept of peak performance, unpacking how it’s more than just a business buzzword—it's about actualizing potential in all areas of life: financial stability, relationships, health, and personal growth.
Mark Willis, known for his insightful approach to personal finance, brings over a decade of experience in helping individuals and entrepreneurs achieve financial freedom. He is also the co-host of the popular podcast Not Your...
2024-10-1437 min
Modern Investing PodcastMark Willis on Turning Debt into Wealth and Rethinking Retirement Strategies | Modern Investing PodcastMessage the HostIn this episode, we sit down with Mark Willis, Certified Financial Planner™ and owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, to explore a radically different path to building wealth—by transforming debt into financial freedom.Mark shares his personal story of paying off six figures in student loans and how that challenge led him to question conventional financial advice. Now a nationally recognized expert on alternative wealth strategies, Mark walks us through:Why 401(k)s, IRAs, and deferred taxes may not serve entrepreneurs as well as promisedHow management fees and market volatility quie...
2024-09-1240 min
Wealth Architect PodcastEP-149 - Using Insurance to Fund Your Investing with Mark WillisWelcome to another episode of the Wealth Architect podcast. Today we have a really great episode. We dive into the fun world of Insurance and how you can possibly use your insurance policy to fund your investing..sounds impossible, right?! Join me and my guest Mark Willis as we discuss just how to do that! Join us! To reach Mark: https://kickstartwithmark.com/
2024-09-1125 min
Living Off Rentals#237 - The Four Major Pitfalls of Most People's Financial Plans - Mark WillisJoining us on this episode of Living Off Rentals is Mark Willis, a certified financial planner, three-time number-one best-selling author, and owner of Lake Growth Financial Services. He is a financial planner who is open to different types of strategies in real estate investing. In this episode, he shares some of the major pitfalls of most people's financial plans and how he specializes in working with real estate investors and business owners. We know you’ll enjoy learning from Mark–who is also a second-time guest on the show! Key Takeaways
2024-08-2840 min
Journey to Multifamily MillionsDestroying Debt and Being Your Own Bank with Mark Willis, Ep 103Welcome to the Journey to Multifamily Millions podcast, where we discuss money matters with experts! Join us as I talk to Mark Willis, a certified financial planner and bestselling author from Lake Growth Financial Services in Chicago, Illinois.Mark shares strategies for achieving financial independence, including using whole life insurance and the 'Debt Snowbank Method'. He shares his journey from student debt to financial freedom, emphasizing smart investing and critiquing traditional savings methods.If you're looking to improve your money management, pay off debt efficiently, and build a secure f...
2024-07-1843 min
Eerie TravelsEpisode 146 - Medieval Bestiaries with Special Guest Valerie WillisMark and Erika travel in the wayback machine with special guest Valerie Willis to discuss Medieval Bestiaries. These books, spread around by merchants during the Dark Ages, may have been the origin stories for a lot of our cryptid friends!
Hosts - Erika Lance @authorerikalance - Mark Muncy @eerietravels
Guest - Valerie Willis @willisauthor
Producer - Beau Lake @beau__lake
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2024-06-2557 min
Money Boss Parent#236 - Banking on Yourself: Mastering Wealth Building Strategies with Mark Willis, CFP"Banking on Yourself" --- Why is it gaining traction? What can it truly offer to your financial planning?Join me as Mark Willis, a Certified Financial Planner and leading authority on this concept, reveals how you can use whole life insurance policies not just for assurance, but as a dynamic tool for building wealth.How can this strategy help you save for retirement or your next car, or even your children's education? Discover the unique benefits and applications of banking on yourself with Mark Willis, and explore how you can take control of your financial...
2024-05-2248 min
RealDealChat / Lessons from Real Estate InvestorsMax Out Your Passive Income with These Annuity Hacks w/ Mark WillisUnlock the secrets to maximizing your passive income through annuity hacks with Mark Willis on today's must-watch episode! Dive deep into the world of annuities and discover how they can serve as a powerful tool in your real estate investing arsenal, offering a steady stream of passive, mailbox money. Mark, the visionary behind KickstartwithMark.com, shares his expertise on "Infinite Banking" and the "Bank on Yourself" concept, illustrating their pivotal roles in building a resilient financial future. With his specialization in creating secure income streams, Mark unravels the synergy between annuities and real estate investments, guiding you...
2024-02-1234 min
Bourbon and BreakthroughsEP 017: Breakthroughs from Training with Mark Willis, CEO of Keller WilliamsAlthough there won’t be any sharing of bourbon on today’s episode, you’ll walk away with valuable insights as we focus solely on some of the epic breakthroughs from Chris’ recent trip to Texas. Chris spent two days in training with the CEO of Keller Williams Realty, Mark Willis, and one of their other top leaders Melanie Kennemann, who is on their executive leadership team. In no particular order, Chris takes listeners through several key breakthroughs he walked away with from his time at the Leverage Series. He unpacks a few noteworthy quotes by Mark Willis, why he loves...
2024-01-3038 min
Aligned Money ShowSelf-Banking with Mark WillisOn this show, we talked about the concept of becoming your own bank, the pro’s and con’s and who the program is a good fit for with Mark Willis, CFP, best selling author, Owner of Lake Growth Financial podcast host. Listen to learn about a method of building wealth and paying off debt you may not be familiar with!
For the Difference Making Tip, scan ahead to 20:42.
You can learn more about Mark at NotYourAverageFinancialPodcast.com, and LinkedIn.
On this show, we talked about the concept of becoming your own bank, the p...
2024-01-0322 min
RealTrendingKeller Williams CEO Mark Willis on leading through challenging timesIn today’s RealTrending, we speak with Mark Willis, CEO of Keller Williams. After serving as CEO of Keller Williams through some high-growth years for the company, Willis stepped down in 2015. Now, he’s back in leadership in his second stint as CEO and is ready to lead the company through some challenging times. Willis shares his leadership lessons learned, his love of helping others succeed, and the importance of building strong teams. Willis gets personal about his love for University of Texas Austin football and, on a more serious note, he opens up about personal experiences and t...
2024-01-0241 minRealTrendingKeller Williams CEO Mark Willis on leading through challenging timesIn today’s RealTrending, we speak with Mark Willis, CEO of Keller Williams. After serving as CEO of Keller Williams through some high-growth years for the company, Willis stepped down in 2015. Now, he’s back in leadership in his second stint as CEO and is ready to lead the company through some challenging times. Willis shares his leadership lessons learned, his love of helping others succeed, and the importance of building strong teams. Willis gets personal about his love for University of Texas Austin football and, on a more serious note, he opens up about personal experiences and t...
2024-01-0241 min
Thinking Like a BankEpisode 117: Using Tardus Wealth Strategies Along with Bank On Yourself, Mark Willis CFP®Today, Mark Willis and Sarry talk about Tardus Wealth Strategies, The Income Snowball™, and using a Bank On Yourself type whole life policy to maximize the cash value growth while also minimizing risk.
Check out this episode to learn more about Tardus, who they are, how they help people reach financial freedom in about 10 years, and how using their financial strategies along with Bank On Yourself can help increase and improve your path to financial freedom.
🔥 This episode talks about:
☑️ The Bank On Yourself concept
☑️ How does Bank On Yourself work with passive i...
2023-12-2827 min
The Digital Maddy ShowEpi 136 : Unlocking Financial Independence with Self Banking by Mark WillisIn this Episode, Miithyl interviews Mark Willis who enjoys chatting about Self-Banking and Diversifying Your Tax Strategy.
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About Mark Willis: Mark Willis, CFP® is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future.
Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. As co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™, he shares some of his strategies for investing in real estate, paying for college without going broke, and...
2023-10-3021 min
Real Estate MonopolyWarning- Avoid THESE Money Mistakes Keeping You From Wealth! - with Mark WillisThere are a few common money mistakes most people are making…and it’s keeping them from building real wealth.
In today’s episode, Mark Willis - a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services - is here to debunk some common myths and misconceptions involving debt, investing, diversification and more. He’ll also explain the strategy that the Dave Ramseys of the world don’t want you to know about.
If you want to retire early, keep listening.
Mark Willis, CFP® is a man on a missio...
2023-10-0946 min
Going Long Podcast with Billy KeelsBecome Your Own Source of Financing To Add Control To Your Investing Journey - Mark WillisGoing Long Podcast Episode 356: Become Your Own Source of Financing To Add Control To Your Investing Journey ( To see the Video Version of today’s conversation just CLICK HERE. ) In the conversation with today’s guest, Mark Willis, you’ll learn the following: [00:27 - 02:00] Show introduction with comments from Billy. [02:00 - 07:13] Guest introduction and first questions. [07:13 - 12:35] The backstory and decisions made that led Mark to this point in his journey. [12:35- 19:25] Mark explains what it means to be in control of your own bank...
2023-10-0338 min
Model FA PodcastPositioning Yourself with Focus and Purpose with Mark WillisMark Willis, CFP® is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. As co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™, he shares some of his strategies for investing in real estate, paying for college without going broke, and creating an income in retirement you will not outlive. Mark works with people who want to grow their wealth in ways that are safe and predicta...
2023-09-1945 min
PreReal PodcastDebt-Free Life: Mastering Self-Banking Strategies witth Mark Willis | Prereal Podcast #163EPISODE SUMMARY:
Prepare yourself to be enlightened by the astute financial insights of Mark Willis, owner of Lake Growth Financial Services. You'll learn how to maximize your financial potential with his "be-your-own-banker" philosophy and understand the importance of investing in your thoughts, harnessing a clear mind, and a singular purpose. Discover a unique thought experiment shared by Mark to revolutionize your perspective on money and economy.
MARK'S BIO :
Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering...
2023-08-3142 min
The Real Estate Syndication ShowWS1775 Gaining Financial Control with Bank on Yourself | Mark WillisDive into this enlightening episode, your key to deciphering the enigma of the 'Bank on Yourself' strategy. We're shining a light on this innovative approach to dividend-paying whole life insurance with our esteemed guest, Certified Financial Planner, Mark Willis. Mark shares his deep expertise, elucidating how this method serves as a financial powerhouse for your cash, guaranteeing consistent growth irrespective of market volatility - a beacon of robust financial security!As we progress, Mark reveals the synergy between escalating interest rates and whole life insurance, and the potential leverage of the policy for syndication...
2023-08-3131 min
The W2 Prison Break ShowEP.66 From Debt to Wealth: Mark Willis’ Insights on Whole Life Policies and Financial FreedomFrom Debt to Wealth: Mark Willis’ Insights on Whole Life Policies and Financial Freedom
This week, Brian welcomes back Mark Willis, a financial expert, to discuss the wealth building power of whole life policies. Discover how these policies can be a game-changer in achieving financial freedom and why banks are some of the biggest purchasers of these tools.
Mark gives us an introduction to the world of whole life policies, explaining their benefits and how they differ from traditional banking systems. He shares real-life examples, illustrating how individuals have used these poli...
2023-08-3040 minEerie TravelsEpisode 51 - The Rougarou with Val WillisHosts Erika Lance and Mark Muncy geaux on down by the bayou and investigate the Cajun Cryptid, the Rougarou, with the help of our first-ever returning guest, author Val Willis!
Special thanks to Val Willis, paranormal and fantasy author, Rougarou expert, and our guest this episode! For more of Val's works, visit https://www.willisauthor.com/
#EerieTravels #MarkMuncy #ErikaLance #CallieMuncy #RoadToMothman #ValerieWillis #Rougarou #Louisana #NewOrleans #NOLA #Shifter #ShapeShifter #Werewolf #13pennies #Curse #Cryptid
Episode Credits:
Hosts - Erika Lance @authorerikalance - Mark Muncy @eerietravels
Guest - Val Willis @willisauthor
Producer - Calista Muncy
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2023-08-1841 minThinking Like a BankEpisode 105: What is Premium Financing? With Mark Willis, CFP®Have you heard of premium financing? If you've been researching the Bank on Yourself Concept as well as cash value whole life insurance, then you may have recently learned about premium financing.
Premium financing is a complex subject that requires careful consideration and research. Check out this episode with Certified Financial Planner, Mark Willis of Lake Growth Financial Services, to learn more about premium financing and how it works.
🔥 This episode talks about:
☑️ What is premium financing and how does it work?
☑️ The repayment structure and interest rates typically involved
☑️ The benef...
2023-08-0328 min
Money Seed PodcastEP76 - Traditional Retirement Planning is No Longer Working - Mark WillisIn this episode, Certified Financial Planner Mark Willis, from Lake Growth Financial Services, outlines why traditional retirement planning is no longer working and offers up alternatives. Mark takes us into the nuts-and-bolts of an Infinite Banking policy and shows us how the numbers work. (https://lakegrowth.com/)Mark Willis is a Certified Financial Planner™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. Mark is a Bank On Yourself professional, and he is an advocate for the principles outlined in the book Bank On Yours...
2023-08-0335 min
David C Barnett Small Business and Deal Making M&A SMBLIVE Bank On Yourself – Viewer Success Stories With Mark WillisBook your own call with Mark at https://www.NewBankingSolution.com
New Livestream guest- Mark Willis of Lake Growth Financial Services
I’m happy to have Mark Willis come back for a 6th time to join me on a live broadcast.
Mark helps people better manage their financial resources through the Bank On Yourself Insurance System.
Tune in and as we’ll be discussing how people in my audience just like you have used this system.
This is a ‘must see event’ for anyone wanting to better manage their finances in their personal or business life.
Be sure to join live so...
2023-06-2659 minThinking Like a BankEpisode 98 - What is Happening in the Banking Industry? With Mark Willis, CFP®Today, Mark Willis of Lake Growth Financial Services and Sarry talked about what is happening in the banking world, specifically why banks are in danger. As we record this episode in mid-2023, we'll also discuss what depositors and customers need to know to protect themselves in these uncertain times.
🔥 This episode talks about:
☑️ What are the current challenges in the US banking sector?
☑️ The difference between how banks store money vs. insurance companies.
☑️ Advantages of life insurance companies over banks in terms of safety.
☑️ What do mutually owned life insurance...
2023-05-1126 min
RIA CollectiveCharting a Unique Path to Independence with Mark WillisIn this episode of RIA Collective, our host, Charlie Van Derven, sits down with Mark Willis from Lake Growth Financial Services. They discuss Mark's unconventional journey in the financial industry, his passion for helping clients achieve financial freedom, and the power of having a clear and compelling message. Tune in to hear Mark's insights on the importance of being bold, finding the right mastermind, and the impact of money on our mindset and heart.Mark WillisLinkedinWebsite
2023-04-2524 min
Entrepreneur ConundrumCreating Lifetime Income with Mark Willis' Expert Financial StrategiesLooking for ways to take control of your financial future? Look no further than the Entrepreneur Conundrum podcast! In this episode, financial planner and author Mark Willis shares his expertise on creating wealth and predictability through tax-efficient financial solutions. He emphasizes the importance of thinking differently about money, the economy, and the future to meet financial objectives, and offers real-world advice for building a more secure financial future. With a focus on alternative financial strategies and the importance of targeting the right audience through various mediums such as podcasts, LinkedIn, YouTube channels, blogs and books, Willis helps individuals achieve...
2023-04-1026 min
Working Capital Commercial Real EstateSimplify Your Financial Plan with with Mark Willis | EP138Mark is a Certified Financial Planner, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. Over the years, he has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial future and build their businesses with proven, tax-efficient financial solutions. He specializes in building custom-tailored financial strategies that are unknown to typical stock jockeys, attorneys, or other financial gurus. As host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™, he shares some of his strategies for working with real estate, paying for college without going broke, and creating an in...
2023-02-2738 min
Beyond the Pulpit with Bishop Kevin Willis, Sr.Episode 7 | Mark Siggers, Jr.Welcome to Beyond the Pulpit with Bishop Kevin Willis! This week in the studio we have Mark Siggers, Jr. Mark is Memphis Native, Navy Vet, and activist in the Civil Rights Movement. After serving his time in the Navy and serving his country, Mark returned home to find there were still many injustices for African Americans. He devoted his time to making changes for African Americans in the City of Memphis. Bishop and Mark have an intriguing conversation about Mark's work with the PUSH organization, Jesse Jackson, Angela Davis, and many others that paved the way. Stream in each...
2023-02-1558 min
UnderDogFrom Struggling with Debt To Becoming an Expert Financial Planner, Mark Willis Shares How To Build Real WealthMark is a Certified Financial Planner™, a three-time best-selling author, and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services in Chicago. He has helped hundreds of his clients—from small-business owners to seniors and retirees—take control over their financial future by providing them with proven, tax-efficient solutions that have allowed them to build on the strength of their businesses.As host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™, he shares some of his strategies for working with real estate, paying for college without going broke, and creating an income in retirement you will not outlive...
2023-01-2636 min
The Synergy Connection ShowInflation: How to Increase Your Own Money Supply with Mark WillisMy guest on the show today is Mark Willis, a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy, and your future.Mark is a Certified Financial Planner, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services in Chicago, Illinois. He also has a podcast called “Not Your Average Financial Podcast”, where he shares strategies for investing your hard-earned dollars.Mark works with people who want to grow their wealth in ways that are both safe and predictable.Mark Willis can be reached for cons...
2023-01-1937 min
Small Business Answer ManTaking Control of Your Financial Future for You and Your Business │Ep: 259 Mark Willis Taking Control of Your Financial Future for You and Your Business Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER...
2023-01-0226 min
Raising Private Money with Jay ConnerHow to Use Private Money More Than Once at the Same Time with Mark WillisWelcome to Raising Private Money, where we explore the world of private financing for real estate deals. Today, we have a special guest, Mark Willis, a certified financial planner with extensive experience in private money transactions. Mark works with both real estate investors looking to fund their deals and individuals interested in becoming private lenders.Join us for a unique opportunity to gain a new perspective on private money and learn how you can use it to grow your business. Don't miss this informative episode with Mark Willis.Key Takeaways:How Mark...
2022-12-2934 min
How Did They Do It? Real EstateSA591 | Leverage Debt to Build Long-Term Wealth with Mark Willis, CFP®Acquire certainty and agency over your future with today’s guest, Mark Willis, CFP®, as he shares ways to make the most of your life insurance policy and how it can help you be more competitive in the real estate investing space. Join us and learn why insurance policies can be a powerful asset for your business! Key Takeaways to Listen forBank On Yourself®: What it means, how it works, and its advantagesLife insurance policy loans vs. HELOC loansHow to leverage whole life insurance to raise your equitySteps to take advantage of the “...
2022-12-2147 min
The Podcast On PodcastingEp280: Direct Your Business Clients To Your Show - Mark WillisOvercome objections and serve your clients better in this episode with Mark Willis, talking about leveraging podcasting to boost your business. Stay tuned as we chat about creating regular content, the power of consistency and persistence, and a trojan horse marketing you can use. Check this out to prevent your show from fading! WHAT TO LISTEN FOR Benefits of having a podcast as a business owner The biggest problem you can encounter as a businessperson 2 important steps to take before starting a podcast How to keep the longevity of your show A te...
2022-11-1737 min
Icons of Real Estate PodcastCash Value Life Insurance as Investment Tool - Real Estate Strategy With Mark Willis - Episode 131🎙️Episode 131: Cash Value Life Insurance as Investment Tool - Real Estate Strategy With Mark Willis
👨💼Guest Bio:
Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy, and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients.
2022-11-0234 minThinking Like a BankEpisode 75: What is a Bank On Yourself ® Professional? With Mark Willis, CFP ®Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. As co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™, he shares some of his strategies for investing in real estate, paying for college without going broke, and creating an income in retirement you will not outlive. Mark works with people who want to grow their wealth in ways that are safe and predictable, to become their own source of financing, and create tax-free income in retirement.
This episode talks about:
The importance...
2022-10-1030 min
Do Hard Things Podcast: Forge Your Mind & BodyNot your Average Financial Planner with Mark WillisSend us a textNot your Average Financial Planner with Mark Willis Affluence and Wealth Creation is one of the Do H.A.R.D. Things Nation's lines of effort and in this episode, Jay has a great conversation with Mark Willis about outside the box financial solutions, income maximization, and retirement planning. Mark tells us his story, after graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity i...
2022-10-0554 min
#Clockedin with Jordan Edwards#94 - Mark Willis - Not Your Average Financial PlannerSend us a textMark Willis joins #Clockedin with Jordan Edwards and shares his Journey to Financial Freedom and shares some tips and tricks you may have not thought about before!Mark Willis, a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ , a three-time #1 Best Selling Author, the Owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial services firm in Chicago, Illinois and co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast ™ . Over the years, he has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial future and build their businesses with proven, tax-efficient financial solutions unknown to most financial guru...
2022-09-2743 min
The Nonprofit Exchange: Leadership Tools & StrategiesBank On Yourself for Nonprofits: Interview with MARK WILLIS CFPBank On Yourself for Nonprofits: Interview with MARK WILLIS CFPHow Bank On Yourself can apply to a variety of nonprofit situations and goals. Some generic examples might be charitable giving, employee retention, and retirement planning.Mark Willis, CFP® is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy, and your future.Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author, and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. As co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™, he shares s...
2022-08-3029 min
Average Joe Finances117. Grow Your Wealth Safely with Mark WillisSend us a textJoin Mike Cavaggioni with Mark Willis on the 117th episode of the Average Joe Finances Podcast. Mark shares his mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. In this episode, you’ll learn:Ways to grow your wealth safelyHow to maximize your income with Income Maximization StrategyHow the Contractual Wealth works The modernized annuities that give you flexible and increasing incomeAnd so much more!About Mark Willis:Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author a...
2022-08-2839 min
Business Growth TalksMark Willis, who is a certified financial plannerSend us a textThis is a podcast where I talk to my guests about their journey to success. We talk about their education, experience, current business, and future endeavours. A feature length episode with Mark Willis, who is a certified financial planner. This conversation is more than just financial planning, Mark talks about sales, personal development, investing, morality, and the role of government in your life. We talk about theoretically the role of money and how it extends your personality, it doesn’t define you. We talk tactically about how to bu...
2022-06-2048 min
The W2 Prison Break ShowEP.2 Buying Back Your Debt and Becoming The Banker, with Mark WillisBuying Back Your Debt and Becoming The Banker, with Mark Willis
In this episode, our guest is Mark Willis. He is a certified financial planner, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. Over the years, he has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial future and build their businesses with proven, tax-efficient financial solutions. He specializes in building custom-tailored financial strategies unknown to typical stock jockeys, attorneys, or other financial gurus. Mark is on a mission to help you t...
2022-06-0839 min
Relentless Goal AchieversHow To Bank On Yourself and Build Wealth - with Mark WillisAre you confident in your understanding of self-financing and how to build real wealth in a way that is safe and predictable? Do you know how to create an income in retirement that you will not outlive? Not many do, which is why consulting a Certified Financial Planner can be such a game changer in understanding how you can take charge of your finances, start to build wealth, and set your future up for success. Today’s guest is just the person to break it all down and help you think differently about money, the economy, and your future.
2022-05-2452 min
Health and Wealth Podcast with Carter & TimMark Willis, CFP A Man On A MissionEpisode 55 - Mark Willis, CFP® is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy, and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients.Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author, and the owner of Lake Growth Fin...
2022-04-271h 11
The Cashflow ProjectBank on Yourself with Mark Willis Join Steve Fierros, as he chats with Mark Willis, as they chat about how to bank on yourself. As a child, Mark experienced depositing cash in a bank for the first time and immediately did not like the feel of it. Thought to himself, he gave a guy in the bank his hard-earned money and never see it again, whereas he could use that money to finance other efforts. In this episode, Mark shares how to be your own financier, control your own assets, and be more in charge. Mark likens the banking system to a doorless microwave which t...
2022-04-2634 min
Real Estate Entrepreneur with Terrence MurphyBanking on Yourself: The Financial Plan You’ve NEVER Heard Of w/ Mark WillisYou NEED to think about your money differently! Listen to today’s episode as we welcome certified financial planner, Mark Willis! Mark shares an innovative financial system that could change your life. Be sure to tune into Mark’s podcast, “Not Your Average Financial Podcast” and website for more of his financial expertise! Thanks for joining us and remember to like, comment, and subscribe to stay up to date!
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2022-04-2637 min
Loans On Demand Podcast34: Mark Willis – How to Create Lifetime Financial SecurityMark is on a mission to change the way you think about your money, your economy, and your future. He can help you take charge of your finances and safeguard your future in a way that no one else can.
Mark Willis is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a Best-Selling Author, a Podcaster, and the Owner of Lake Growth Financial Services. He has helped hundreds of people reclaim control of their financial future and grow their businesses using proven tax-efficient financial solutions. The co-host of Not Your Average Financial Podcast talks about the new, improved ways of...
2022-04-1143 min
Law Office of Mark Nicholson: The Nicholson NuggetLaw Office of Mark Nicholson: Who Pays the Bill for Property Damage by Police?INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. —FOX59 and CBS TV news journalist Courtney Crown, interviewed attorney Mark Nicholson.
Video from Madison County Community News Network shows the Indiana State Police SWAT Team tearing through an Anderson home, looking for a suspected fugitive. They said they used the BEARCAT (Ballistic Engineered Armored Response Counter Attack Truck) after attempting to get 47-year-old Barry Willis to come out of the house for four hours Wednesday.
After the person got out safely and was cooperating with police, ISP said Willis had barricaded himself in the house.
So, a perimeter was set up...
2022-04-1003 min
Shock Your PotentialThink Like A Banker - Mark Willis“Applied knowledge is power, so take what you learn and do something about it.” Mark Willis
Financial literacy is important when it comes to our relationship with money. However, being financially literate is not enough to unlock generational financial success. As Mark Willis notes, applying the financial knowledge and skills effectively when making financial decisions is the key to growing wealth and achieving financial success.
Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and...
2022-04-0637 min
Interesting HumansMARK WILLIS CHALLENGES YOU TO BANK ON YOURSELFWhen I was a kid I would often accompany my parents on Saturdays to a store that was both a grocery and department store, a bit like Costco is today. Sometimes my father would give me some cash and I would hotfoot it to the toy section to grab one of the latest models of these miniature cars called Hot Wheels. I was obsessed with building my collection. I would make my purchase and then was faced with the immediate question that I realize now was a precursor to similar questions I would ask as an adult....
2022-03-281h 07
Simplify Your RetirementS4: Episode 6 – Banking On Yourself With Mark WillisJoining host Stephen Stricklin is guest Mark Willis, financial advisor and owner of Late Growth Financial Services in Chicago IL, and Co-Host of his podcast Not Your Average Financial Podcast, on the topic of banking on yourself.
Graduating college with an immense amount of debt, and starting a new job at a CPA firm during the 2008 stock market collapse, Mark wondered “Is there something better than just climbing out of this hole?” Knowing debt is important to move past, but not wanting to throw away crucial years, where money is more valuable due to compound growth and opportunity cost, Mark thoug...
2022-03-2135 min
Simplify Your RetirementS4: Episode 6 – Banking On Yourself With Mark WillisJoining host Stephen Stricklin is guest Mark Willis, financial advisor and owner of Late Growth Financial Services in Chicago IL, and Co-Host of his podcast Not Your Average Financial Podcast, on the topic of banking on yourself.
Graduating college with an immense amount of debt, and starting a new job at a CPA firm during the 2008 stock market collapse, Mark wondered “Is there something better than just climbing out of this hole?” Knowing debt is important to move past, but not wanting to throw away crucial years, where money is more valuable due to compound growth and oppor...
2022-03-2135 min
SmartStay Show - Short Term Rental Counsel + Coaching | Airbnb Hosting TipsExplaining Self-Banking and Buying Back Debt | Mark WillisMark Willis is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author, and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago.Mark works with individuals who want to create wealth in ways that are safe and predictable, become their own source of financing, and become financially set for life. During our conversation, Mark gives us a ton to consider regarding how the cash value of whole life insurance policies can open doors into tons of investment opportunities.Mark is also the host of the This is Not...
2022-02-0849 min
Note Camp LIVEWriting A Contract With Your Future Self with Mark Willis CFPMark Willis, CFD shares on Note Camp 2021 on how to Write a Contract With Your Future Self and how to utilize one of the safest investments out there.Watch the original video at https://bit.ly/MarkWillisNC21. Grab your ticket to Note Camp 2022 at http://NoteCamp.live.Mark Willis, CFP, Author, Owner of Lake Growth Financial Services.Schedule a 1:1 call with Mark at https://lakegrowth.com/schedule/Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think...
2022-01-261h 19
Note Camp LIVEWriting A Contract With Your Future Self with Mark Willis CFPMark Willis, CFD shares on Note Camp 2021 on how to Write a Contract With Your Future Self and how to utilize one of the safest investments out there.Watch the original video at https://bit.ly/MarkWillisNC21. Grab your ticket to Note Camp 2022 at http://NoteCamp.live.Mark Willis, CFP, Author, Owner of Lake Growth Financial Services.Schedule a 1:1 call with Mark at https://lakegrowth.com/schedule/Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan...
2022-01-261h 19
Next Level Agents: The Kevin & Fred Show - Interviews with the best and brightest minds in the real estate industryREPLAY: Mark Willis on Leadership & Reinventing YourselfAbout the Episode We recently had an in-depth conversation with Mark Willis, a real estate industry leader and visionary who has shaped many career wins, lives and success stories. Many people in the industry have fond and epic memories of working alongside Mark, kicking butts, taking names and having a blast along the way. He is an inspiring figure in this business, and not just because of his leadership and influence, but also because he is driven by rising to meet the challenge of evolving through everything life throws at him. He has faced personal tragedy and...
2022-01-2449 min
The Executive Real Estate Investing ShowMH33: Be Your Own Bank and Control Your Finances with Mark WillisThis week on The Executive Real Estate Investing Show, host Michael Holman talks with Mark Willis.As a Certified Financial Planner (Lake Growth Financial Services in Chicago), Mark Willis has been helping people get a handle on their financial future and build their businesses with proven, tax-efficient financial solutions. He specializes in building custom-tailored financial strategies that are unknown to typical stock-jockeys, attorneys, or other financial gurus. Mark co-hosts the popular “Not Your Average Financial Podcast™”, where he offers up strategies for everything from real estate investing to paying for college. He’s a huge proponent of “Self-Banki...
2022-01-1744 min
Not Just A TransactionBecoming Your Own Banker, With Mark WillisEpisode Topic: In this episode of Not Just A Transaction, host Nick Prefontaine speaks with a special guest and Certified Financial Planner, Mark Willis. He explains his journey to understanding how money really works after accumulating over $100k in student loan debt. Mark also shares how we are all in the banking business whether we realize it or not, and the importance of being in control of our finances. Glossary of Special Terms Used in this Episode: Opportunity Cost – The loss that you could have gained when making an alternative choice. What you’ll le...
2021-12-0821 min
The Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast|Real Estate InvestingWealth Building Strategies, with Mark WillisMark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, a two-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in...
2021-08-2725 min
Massive Passive Cash Flow PodcastEpisode 104: Financial Advice from A Certified Financial Planner, with Mark WillisMark Willis, CFP® is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. As co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast™, he shares some of his strategies for investing in real estate, paying for college without going broke, and creating an income in retirement you will not outlive. Mark works with people who want to grow their wealth in ways that ar...
2021-08-1137 min
Ritter on Real EstateHow To Keep Your Money Working For You With Mark WillisOn today's episode of #RitterOnRealEstate, we get together with Mark Willis to learn all about his extensive expertise in financial planning and wealth management. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, a THREE TIME #1 Best Selling Author and the Owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. Over the years, Mark has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial future and build their businesses with proven, tax-efficient financial solutions. He specializes in building custom-tailored financial strategies that are unknown to typical stock-jockeys, attorneys, or other financial gurus.Key Points From...
2021-08-1037 min
The Mister Productivity PodcastTailwind to Wealth - Mark WillisMark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy, and your future. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a two-time #1 Best Selling Author and the Owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. Over the years, he has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial future and build their businesses with proven, tax-efficient financial solutions. The Not Your Average Financial Podcast WHO IS MARK STRUCZEWSKI? Mark “Ski” Struczewski (Mister Productivity) works with executives to help them gain c...
2021-07-2741 min
Xperience Growth with Chris Suarez31: Mark Willis Interviews Chris Suarez on Role Models in Real EstateBack on the Xperience Growth podcast is Mark Willis. This time, the roles are flipped and I share an interview from when Willis recently included me on his podcast about the journey to build a business that now spans three continents and more than $2B in yearly sales and $100M in annual revenue.You won't hear us talk numbers though. In this episode we focus on:-The power of people-The path to self enlightenment & personal growth- Building an experiential life while growing and managing multiple entreprises
2021-07-151h 05
The Entrepreneur’s KitchenLosing Sleep Over Money? Take Control Of Your Small Business Finances with Mark Willis CFP.Send us a textAre your business finances running you instead of the other way around? In this episode, Certified Financial Planner Mark Willis shares how small business owners can take control of their finances, build lasting wealth, and make smarter money decisions that fuel growth and stability.What’s Covered:The biggest financial mistakes small business owners makeHow to create a financial plan that supports business growthStrategies for managing cash flow effectivelyThe role of smart investments in long-term business successMark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a three-time #1 Best Selling Auth...
2021-07-0944 min
That Entrepreneur LifeEpisode 79 - How To Be Your Own Bank and Generate Wealth with Financial Advisor Mark WillisJoin Andrew Lees, Clint McPherson, and their guest Mark Willis as they talk about how you can use the banking function to your advantage, the booming and boring 20s, limiting beliefs, and more. Studies by the Federal Reserve show that 60% of Americans only have an average of $400 set aside for emergency funds. When emergencies requiring more than $400 come around, it can lead to debt or the selling away of properties. For Mark, this typical financial plan is insane. To get out of this loop, ask: "What do you want your money doing for you?" Where you put...
2021-07-0752 min
The Intrinsic Value Podcast - The Investor’s Podcast NetworkREI075: Financial Planning + Real Estate Investing w/ Mark WillisRobert Leonard and Mark Willis talk about how to properly manage real estate properties, proactively use equity, tax reduction strategies, other creative real estate funding solutions, and much, much more. Mark is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), a three-time #1 best-selling author, and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. He is also the co-host of the Not Your Average Financial Podcast. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:00:00 - Intro03:51 - Why many financial advisors and planners don’t recommend real estate to their clients and why Mar...
2021-06-2139 min
Passive Income Through Multifamily Real EstateEpisode #194: How to Build Lasting Wealth with Mark WillisIt is in our best interest to find the most productive place to grow our wealth, but conventional tax-deferred retirement plans violate that principle. Today’s guest is Mark Willis and he joins us to share his wisdom on why we have been saving incorrectly, as well as how he can help! Mark is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy, and your future. He is a certified financial planner, a three-time number-one bestselling author, and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. In this ep...
2021-06-1423 min
Real Estate Investor PodcastEpisode #61: Financial Strategies with Mark WillisFinancial independence and greater control of how our money can work for us might seem very attractive, but how exactly do we go about making this a reality? Joining us on the show today to talk about his approach to having a better handle on the way we interact with our money and deal with our investments, is the amazing Mark Willis from Lake Growth Financial Services. We get to hear from Mark about his career in the space, the early challenges he faced with the fall-through of the 2008 financial crash, and how he managed to weather that storm...
2021-06-0414 min
The Elite Entrepreneurs PodcastBe Your Own Bank, with Mark WillisWhat You Will Learn:· Why one of the most important lessons you can learn about money is that where you keep it makes it do different things· How Mark helps seven-figure business owners reframe the way they think about money, and how that can help you create certainty for yourself and your business· How Mark teaches business owners to “be your own bank” and stop paying high interest and fees to financial institutions· How particular types of whole life insurance policies can become a financial vehicle that you can borrow against with no penalties, with examples from Ma...
2021-04-1440 minThe Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast|Real Estate InvestingBetter Than a 401k, with Mark WillisMark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, a two-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in...
2021-03-2629 min
Xperience Growth with Chris Suarez01: Growing a Real Estate Business From 1,000 Agents to 140,000 Agents With Mark WillisOne of the most recognized leaders in the real estate industry is our guest today and opens up to share his business, spiritual, and personal journey with our community. Mark Willis talks openly about why he left the corporate world at the peak of his career, what he learned during his “time in the wilderness”, and unpackages the importance of living life experientially, especially in the face of losing a loved one. Mark Willis served as both President and CEO of Keller Williams Realty International’s from 2005-2014 while growing the company to the #1 real estate fr...
2021-01-2143 min
Real Estate Investing for Women EXTRA6 simple strategies for lowering today’s taxes with Mark WillisToday I’d like to welcome to the show our guest Mark Willis!About Mark WillisMark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about banks, Wall Street and financial uncertainty. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement investments and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a sane way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients.Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANN...
2021-01-0514 min
The Voice of InsuranceEp 61 A healing market: James Vickers, Chair Willis Re InternationalToday’s guest is one of the industry’s most experienced and most respected reinsurance brokers with an incredibly broad and deep perspective to share on the industry.
His broking house Willis Re is always first out of the blocks after the major renewal dates with its first view reports into the state of the reinsurance market
Given the exceptional nature of this particular renewal I was delighted to have some time with James Vickers Chair, Willis Re International.
We spoke at length about the hardening market, the impact of the class of 2020 and of...
2021-01-0433 min
Interview Connections | The Leading Podcast Booking AgencyJoint Ventures with Hosts with Mark WillisIn our final installment of our December client feature series on Rock the Podcast, we’re rebroadcasting a live testimonial interview with Mark Willis! Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his cl...
2020-12-2819 min
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast (Kidney Health Podcast)Episode 7: Mark Willis: From Stage Lights to Dialysis—A Musician’s Kidney JourneyJoin host Dee Moore in this deeply moving and inspiring episode as she sits down with Mark Willis, a world-touring musician who’s played with icons like All Saints, Craig David, and Alexander O’Neill. Mark shares his unexpected and life-changing journey after being diagnosed with kidney disease in late 2008—a diagnosis that led to immediate dialysis and a complete lifestyle transformation.
Through raw honesty and candid reflections, Mark opens up about:
The emotional shock of his diagnosis and rapid shift to dialysis
Coping with the physical and mental toll of chronic illness
The role of...
2020-11-2318 min
The Real Estate TakeoffBank on Yourself with Mark WillisToday's guest is Mark Willis. Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, a two-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a...
2020-08-3150 minThe Voice of InsuranceEp 32 The mid-year renewals with James Vickers, Chair of Willis Re InternationalReinsurance is in a particularly interesting state at the moment.
Industry capital has recovered as capital markets have bounced back after decisive actions from central banks around the world and incumbents and a few start-ups have raised or plan to raise new capital.
But at the same time the industry has shown stronger underwriting discipline as it seeks to correct a poor run of results and tries to get ahead of likely unsatisfactory back year development in casualty classes.
Retro is expensive as the ILS market retrenches and traditional buyers are looking to...
2020-07-0325 min
EGGS! The PodcastEggs 158: Mark Willis - Best Selling Author and Owner of Lake Growth Financial ServicesWelcome back to Eggs! Today’s guest, Mark Willis, is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy, and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt he discovered a way to turn his debt into real wealth while everybody else was losing their retirement savings and home equity in 2008. Since then, Mark has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial future and build their businesses with proven, tax-efficient financial solutions.
In addition to his work as a Certified Financial Planner™, Mark is co-host of the Not...
2020-05-2858 min
Discovering MultifamilyBeing Your Own Banker & Financing Source With Mark WillisDiscovering Multifamily Podcast 25: Being Your Own Banker & Financing Source With Mark WillisOn this episode of Discovering Multifamily, our guest is Mark Willis, who is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, a two-time #1 Best Selling Author and the Owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. Over the years, he has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial futureand build their businesses with proven, tax-efficient financial solutions. He specializes in...
2020-05-2730 minPassive Income Through Multifamily Real EstateEpisode #95: Becoming Better than Debt Free with Mark WillisFor a long time, it seemed that the only way to increase your wealth was to invest in the stock market. And while Wall Street wants us to believe that this is still true, it is far from being the best option to ensure long-term financial prosperity. Investing in real estate, while not the be-all-and-end-all, is a far more stable and predictable way to grow your wealth. Our guest today, Mark Willis, has experienced the value of real estate investing first-hand. He is a certified financial planner, a two-time number one bestselling author, and the owner of Lake Growth...
2020-05-1128 min
The Art of Passive IncomeTiming Matters With All Things In FinanceToday’s guest became a financial planner at the worst time possible, in the midst of 2008 during the financial crisis, but it was watching the CPA he worked for at the time tell client after client that they lost half of their retirement that was the pivotal moment for him. Mark Willis is a Certified Financial Planner, a #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago, Illinois. Over the years, he has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial future and build their businesses with soph...
2020-04-0932 min
Next Level Agents: The Kevin & Fred Show - Interviews with the best and brightest minds in the real estate industryMark Willis: Leadership & Reinventing YourselfAbout the Episode We recently had an in-depth conversation with Mark Willis, a real estate industry leader and visionary who has shaped many career wins, lives and success stories. Many people in the industry have fond and epic memories of working alongside Mark, kicking butts, taking names and having a blast along the way. He is an inspiring figure in this business, and not just because of his leadership and influence, but also because he is driven by rising to meet the challenge of evolving through everything life throws at him. He has faced personal tragedy and...
2020-03-0952 minThe Smart Real Estate Coach Podcast|Real Estate InvestingA Better Strategy Than a 401(k), with Mark WillisMark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy and your future. After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and discovering a way to turn his debt into real wealth as he watched everybody lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, he knew that he needed to find a more predictable way to meet his financial objectives and those of his clients. Mark is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, a two-time #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in...
2019-12-0430 min
Bootstrapping Your Dreams Show074 | Financial Literacy | Becoming Your Own Banker | Investment Planning | Mark WillisMark Willis and Manuj Aggarwal discuss how to bank on yourself and become your own banker to take control of your finances, in this brand new episode of "Bootstrapping Your Dreams Show." What are you waiting for? Tune In Now!In this episode, we will learn about: What is financial literacyFlaws in the traditional banking systemDrawbacks in the traditional tax-deferred retirement strategyWhat is the real rate of return that investors can expect from the stock marketWhy the USA has become a nation of debtorsEscaping the traditional financial system trapThe "Ba...
2019-08-2838 minBootstrapping Your Dreams Show074 | Financial Literacy | Becoming Your Own Banker | Investment Planning | Mark WillisMark Willis and Manuj Aggarwal discuss how to bank on yourself and become your own banker to take control of your finances, in this brand new episode of "Bootstrapping Your Dreams Show." What are you waiting for? Tune In Now!In this episode, we will learn about: What is financial literacyFlaws in the traditional banking systemDrawbacks in the traditional tax-deferred retirement strategyWhat is the real rate of return that investors can expect from the stock marketWhy the USA has become a nation of debtorsEscaping the traditional financial system trapThe "Ba...
2019-08-2838 min
Wealth Tactic RebelsWTR Guest: Mark Willis, Change Your Financial Life Without Unnecessary RiskWealth Tactic Rebels is a unique podcast because there are few people out there looking to help people think differently about their money. Mark Willis, of Not Your Average Podcast and Lake Growth Financial Services, is one of those people. In this episode we talk about market performance the “Roaring 20’s,” why hope is not a good plan, what’s more important than rate of return, why liquidity and control is so important, what is safe money, about how to use debt (leverage) to your advantage, a great value bomb and the most important decision you will make.
Ingeni...
2019-07-1329 min
Online Success Journey#182: Mark Willis - Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think different about banks, Wall Street’s abuses and from financial uncertainty.Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think different about banks, Wall Street’s abuses and from financial uncertainty. Mark is a Certified Financial Planner, a #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago. Illinois. Over the years, he has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial future and build their businesses with sophisticated, tax-efficient financial solutions. Mark works with people who want to grow their wealth in ways that are safe and predictable, to become their own source of financing, and to create ta...
2019-04-2531 minOnline Success Journey#182: Mark Willis - Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think different about banks, Wall Street’s abuses and from financial uncertainty.Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think different about banks, Wall Street’s abuses and from financial uncertainty. Mark is a Certified Financial Planner, a #1 Best Selling Author and the owner of Lake Growth Financial Services, a financial firm in Chicago. Illinois. Over the years, he has helped hundreds of his clients take back control of their financial future and build their businesses with sophisticated, tax-efficient financial solutions. Mark works with people who want to grow their wealth in ways that are safe and predictable, to become their own source of financing, and to create ta...
2019-04-2531 min