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Welcome to 'Building Your Money Machine, hosted by Mel Abraham, CPA, a renowned financial expert and author of USA Today Bestseller, 'Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!.' On this podcast, Mel shares his insights and experiences from over 30 years in the field of wealth-building, entrepreneurship and mentorship to financial freedom. Each episode provides actionable strategies to master your money, remove financial stress, and live a ...
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Accountant Explains: The 4 Financial Freedom Zones - How close are you?
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Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Have you ever felt like your bank account is vanishing into thin air or like you’re working so hard just to stand still, financially? If so, trust me—you are not alone, and more importantly, you are not broken. Today, I’m here to flip the light switch on your financial journey and …
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Master Financial Literacy in 37 mins: Everything They Didn't Teach You in School
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Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, we're cutting through the jargon and the shame to talk straight about financial literacy—everything they didn’t teach you in school but absolutely should have. If you've ever sat in a classroom wondering when you'd use all that stuff in real life, I’ve been there to…
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The One Choice That Will Determine Your Financial Future
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Welcome to another transformational episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m unpacking one of the biggest secrets standing between you and real financial freedom—and no, it’s not a “hack” or some secret stock tip. It’s about the most foundational, game-changing choice you will ever make on your journey to building wealth: your mo…
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If You Knew This About Banks, You Would Think Twice Before Giving Them Your Money
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Welcome to a revealing episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on what banks are really doing with your money—and why you might want to think twice before trusting them with your hard-earned cash. Ever wondered why your savings account seems to earn pocket change while your bank flaunts shiny new office …
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Accountant Explains: The 4 Money Personalities - Which one are you?
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Welcome back to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, we’re getting real about something that impacts absolutely every one of us: our unique money personalities. Ever wonder why two people can make the same amount of money, but one ends up with a healthy investment portfolio and the other seems to have nothing but credit c…
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6 Things I'd Tell My 20-Year-Old Self (as a 63-Year-Old Multimillionaire)
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Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m taking you on a personal journey back in time — back to when I was 20 years old. If you’ve ever wished you could go back and give your younger self a roadmap, this episode is for you. As a 63-year-old multimillionaire who’s faced his share of ups, downs, setbacks, and ha…
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Financial Literacy is The Lowest it's Ever Been (This is Sad)
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Welcome back to another revealing episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m diving into a topic that’s honestly got me more fired up than ever before: the sad truth that financial literacy is the lowest it’s ever been—even with all the tech, all the YouTube gurus, and TikTok “experts” you can scroll through in a day. Let’s face it…
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10 Habits Of The "Fake Rich" You Need To Avoid
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Welcome back to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on a topic that’s everywhere—those “rich” folks we see parading luxury cars, designer clothes, and lavish vacations on social media. But here’s the ugly truth: for a lot of them, it’s not real financial freedom they’re selling—it’s financial…
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Life Lessons I Wish I Knew Earlier - Here's what matters most
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Welcome to a very special episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, I’m taking you behind the spreadsheets and into the life lessons I wish I’d known earlier—a candid conversation about what truly matters most on this journey to financial freedom and living fully. I get personal in this episode. From surviving cancer—twice—to rebuildi…
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14 Hidden Expenses That Silently Destroy Your Wealth
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Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m shining a light on a topic that’s often overlooked but crucial for anyone serious about building real wealth: hidden expenses that sneakily drain your financial future. I’m breaking down the 14 silent money leaks that could be quietly destroying your wealth righ…
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40 Years as an Accountant - This is What Rich People Regret Most
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Welcome to a powerful and reflective episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on four decades of experience sitting across from millionaires, billionaires, and business owners. I’m sharing the real regrets I’ve witnessed at the top—not the sort about money lost, but the much deeper kind: moments missed an…
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Why You Need To Start Automating Wealth Creation
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Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, we’re tackling a critical reason why so many people struggle to build wealth—even when they know what to do: they rely on willpower instead of automation. If you ever feel like growing your money is a constant uphill battle or that you’re playing catch-up no matter …
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10 Things Worth Buying EVEN If You're Short On Cash
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Welcome to a special episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m flipping the script a bit—we’re not just talking about cutting costs or scrimping and saving. Instead, I’m sharing 10 things that are actually worth spending money on—even when money is tight. I know, it might sound counterintuitive, but hear me out: some expenses aren…
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Welcome to another eye-opening episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today we’re tackling a topic that’s crucial for anyone looking to retire with real confidence and peace of mind. What if I told you that most people are planning for retirement all wrong? That’s right—many of us believe we’re set until reality hits and the money runs ou…
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How to SURVIVE and THRIVE During a Recession
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Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, we’re confronting one of the most anxiety-inducing topics out there: recessions. If you’ve ever felt uneasy about market crashes, job losses, or just wondered how you can truly safeguard your money and lifestyle when the economy takes a hit, this episode is for you. I walk y…
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Money Principles I Know At 63 But I Wish I Knew At 40
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Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today’s episode is all about the money principles I know at 63—but honestly, I wish I’d understood them back when I was 40. If you’ve ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or unsure whether your hard work will actually bring you financial freedom, then you’re in the right place. I’m openi…
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If You're Thinking Of Retiring Early... Watch This
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Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m tackling one of the most common questions—and dreams—I hear from so many of you: Is it really possible to retire early without sacrificing your lifestyle? If you’ve ever felt trapped in the grind, wondering if freedom is out of reach before that magical age of 6…
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I've been through 4 recessions, here's what always happens...
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Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the most anxiety-inducing topics out there: recessions. If you’re worried about what happens when the economy takes a nosedive or you’re not sure how to prepare, this episode is absolutely for you. I’ve personally lived through four rec…
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How To Make Money In An Economy That Hates You
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Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! In today’s conversation, I’m tackling a topic that’s front and center for so many of us—how to make money in an economy that feels like it’s working against you. Maybe you’re dealing with rising prices, stagnant wages, or the sense that no matter how hard you work, financial securi…
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Understanding The Impact Tariffs Have On Your Finances
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Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m unpacking a topic that hits home for all of us: tariffs—and the impact they have on your wallet, your shopping cart, your investments, and ultimately, your ability to build lasting wealth and financial freedom. If you’re feeling like your money isn’t stretching as far as…
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The Only Thing That Stopped Me From Overspending
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Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! If you’ve ever looked at your bank account and wondered, “Where did all the money go?” or felt regret after an impulse buy, this episode is for you—because, honestly, it was for me too. Today, I dig deep into my own experience with overspending—how I got caught up in mindl…
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5 Simple Habits For Building Wealth (as a self made millionaire)
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Welcome to another compelling episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, we're tackling a question that often plagues many of us: Why does building wealth feel so overwhelming? Together, we'll debunk the myths that wealth is built on luck or secret formulas and dive into five simple habits that can jumpstart your journey to wealth as a…
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Major Money Milestones To Achieve in Your 40s
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Welcome to another crucial episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, I’m exploring major money milestones you need to hit in your 40s, but don’t worry if you’re in your 20s or 30s — these strategies will propel you towards financial security no matter your age. Whether you’re feeling behind or just looking to ensure a prosperous futur…
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How To Save More in 6 Months Than Most People Do in 6 Years
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, we're tackling a topic that's on everyone’s mind: how to save more money in six months than most people do in six years. If you’ve ever felt like saving money just isn’t happening fast enough or seems too hard, you’re not alone. But here’s the good news — it’s not a…
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Why The PERFECT Retirement Is Actually A Huge LIE
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Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, we're tackling the myth of the perfect retirement and uncovering why the idea of a flawless, predictable retirement is actually a huge lie. If you've followed the traditional retirement script, saving diligently and planning meticulously, only to feel uncer…
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