Best Signature Wealth Management Group Podcasts (2025)

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Meet Ben Faw (AdVon Commerce) 51:19

1M ago51:19

51:19

Today, Russell Harris and Scott Bishop sit down with Ben Faw, a West Point graduate, veteran, entrepreneur, and venture investor with a remarkable journey. From leading troops in Iraq to helping launch Tesla’s iconic Model S, Ben’s career has spanned the military, Silicon Valley, and the startup world. Now, Ben shares insights on building scalable …

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Meet Jake Rosenthal (Pure Legacies & JR Vacations) 36:25

2M ago36:25

36:25

Today, Russell Harris and Scott Bishop sit down with Jake Rosenthal, a dynamic entrepreneur with a fascinating journey from corporate tech sales to serial entrepreneurship. Jake shares how he leveraged his background in sales and a knack for spotting opportunities to build a diversified portfolio, including short-term rental properties and a gym fr…

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Meet Niyi Adewole (Ekabo Home) 28:41

5M ago28:41

28:41

Today, Russell Harris and Scott Bishop sit down with Niyi Adewole, a dynamic real estate investor, team leader, and host of his own podcast dedicated to educating others on financial freedom through property. From house-hacking a triplex to building a powerhouse team in Atlanta, Niyi has transformed his passion into a thriving business. Listen in a…

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Meet Pat Hiban (GoBundance) 35:29

5M ago35:29

35:29

Today, Russell Harris and Scott Bishop sit down with Pat Hiban, an entrepreneur, author, and the co-founder behind GoBundance. Pat shares his story from starting a one-man real estate team to being able to trust his people to run the businesses as he’s able to take on whatever role he chooses. His journey is filled with ups and downs, but that neve…

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Meet Bernard Pierson (EHP Capital) 42:29

6M ago42:29

42:29

Today, Russell Harris and Scott Bishop sit down with Bernard Pierson, co-founder and managing partner of EHP Capital. From growing up in Nicaragua to building a real estate empire across the U.S., he has had quite the entrepreneurial journey. Hear how Bernard navigated the financial crisis, learned the power of focus, and built a thriving business …

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Meet Hemal Badiani (Sage Equity) 39:38

6M ago39:38

39:38

Today, Russell Harris and Scott Bishop sit down with Hemal Badiani, a visionary entrepreneur and the CEO of Sage Equity. His journey is nothing short of remarkable, starting from his early days in India to scaling multiple successful businesses across industries. With a background in management consulting and a passion for solving problems, Hemal h…

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Meet Michael Blank (Nighthawk Equity & Michael Blank Brands) 36:42

7M ago36:42

36:42

Today, Russell Harris and Scott Bishop sit down with Michael Blank, the CEO of Nighthawk Equity and creator of Michael Blank Brands. He discusses his journey from corporate America to real estate mogul, the lessons he learned along the way, and how he’s now helping a new generation of entrepreneurs find their path to success. Michael’s story is one…

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Meet Claudia Cometa (Peace Advocacy Group) 33:53

8M ago33:53

33:53

Today, Ian Payne and Scott Bishop sit down with CEO and Chief Consultant of Peace Advocacy Group, Dr. Claudia Cometa. She discusses how her father's medical experiences lead her from being a clinical pharmacist to starting her own patient advocacy business. Dr. Cometa discusses her firsthand experiences navigating the complex healthcare system, how…

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Meet Ryan Bodin (Retail Real Estate Investor) 28:59

9M ago28:59

28:59

Today, Ian Payne and Scott Bishop sit down with Ryan Bodin, a versatile real estate investor. Ryan shares his journey from working in tax and audits to becoming a successful real estate mogul. He details his beginnings in Louisiana, his pivot to real estate after being laid off during the 2008 financial crisis, and how he built his portfolio from s…

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Meet Tri Vu (Secure Land Co.) 35:28

9M ago35:28

35:28

Today we chat with the owner of Secure Land Co., Tri Vu. In this interview, Tri discusses how despite his success in IT, his lack of passion in the career led to his entrepreneurial journey into owning his own land real estate company. Hear him talk about how he learned the business, what his motivating factors were, and how he's taking a family ap…

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Meet David Melzer (Property Claims Consultant) 31:46

10M ago31:46

31:46

Today we chat with the President of Property Claims Consultant, David Melzer. In this interview, David details his career journey from working for major insurance companies, to starting his own business from the ground up. Hear what David has to say about the importance of people, relationships, and future expansion. Learn More Website: https://www…

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Meet David Krasny (Commonly) 36:48

10M ago36:48

36:48

Today we chat with the founder and CEO of Commonly, David Krasny. In this interview, David details how after working for years in startups, he's taking on a new venture that puts a twist on matchmaking. Hear what he has to say about the idea, funding the business, and where he hopes to continue to grow into the future. Contact David Website: https:…

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Meet Jonny August (Orion Labels) 32:37

11M ago32:37

32:37

Today we chat with the CEO of Orion Labels, Jonny August. Jonny guides us through his journey of how he came up in the family business. Even as a child, he knew he wanted to be a CEO, even though his father never pushed him to take over the family business. Hear what Jonny has to say about keeping the family tradition, how the business changed with…

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Meet Matt Dreith (Real Estate Entrepreneur) 31:51

11M ago31:51

31:51

Today we chat with portfolio manager turned real estate entrepreneur, Matt Dreith. Matt joins us from Colorado and tells us about his journey and how he's leveraged his previous career into beginning his path to entrepreneurship. He details what's it's like working with his brother at their multi-family investing firm and some advice he'd give to n…

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Meet Austin Stack (Crypto Trader) 52:13

11M ago52:13

52:13

Today we chat with real estate investor turned crypto trader, Austin Stack. He tells us his story of how difficult beginnings drove him to work harder, and why he turned to the crypto space. Hear Austin's thought process on why crypto works for him, and how it differs from traditional investing. Follow Austin X: @investmeows Website: investmeows.co…

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Meet Rob DuBroc (On Track Storage) 46:41

12M ago46:41

46:41

Today we chat with the founder of On Track Storage, Rob DuBroc. Rob is a real estate investor with a background in technology, specifically commercial real estate and fintech. He details his journey from investing in multi-family complexes to self-storage, and why that makes sense for his lifestyle. Follow Rob Instagram: @robdubroc Website: dubrocc…

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Meet Keir Weimer (Weekender Hotels) 42:41

1y ago42:41

42:41

Today we chat with the founder and CEO of Weekender Hotels, Keir Weimer. He shares his story of tragedy and adversity and how focusing on the future led to where he is today. Keir is an internationally-recognized, luxury real estate & lifestyle entrepreneur who has been featured in major global media outlets such as the Wall Street Journal, The New…

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Meet Anthony Fontana (Vantage Point Acquisitions) 46:05

1y ago46:05

46:05

Today we chat with Director of Acquisitions at Vantage Point Acquisitions, Anthony Fontana. We discuss takeaways from the University of South Carolina, his early days in consulting and how that lead to real estate. He dives into the business of commercial and single-family housing and what to expect in both. Follow Anthony LinkedIn: https://www.lin…

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Meet Kris Benson (Entrepreneur and Investor) 1:00:24

1y ago1:00:24

1:00:24

Today we chat with entrepreneur and friend, Kris Benson. We discuss his journey that has led to his success and why money isn’t always the driving factor. Listen in to hear his philosophy in breaking life into sections and his process of deciding what he wants to do next. And be sure to check out his own podcast, “Beyond the Game” where he talks to…

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Meet Cody Littlewood (Codelitt, Carbon Real Estate Investments) 54:47

1y ago54:47

54:47

Today we chat with entrepreneur and investor, Cody Littlewood. He has a long track record and deep expertise in buying, building, and operating companies and real estate properties. He’s been leading large teams and companies, developing financial models and strategies, deploying capital, and developing operational excellence for over a decade. Lis…

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Meet Matt Nicklin (OneSource Real Estate) 49:58

1y ago49:58

49:58

Today we chat with Real Estate Broker and Investor, Matt Nicklin. He began his Real Agent Career at EGA Realty, then went on to open his own Real Estate Brokerage OneSource Real Estate where he has helped many investors turn their property into a cash-flowing asset by taking over the property management and finding a quality tenant. Listen to his t…

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Meet Sam Syed 45:29

1y ago45:29

45:29

Today we chat with a well-traveled family man who embraces all the challenges life can throw your way. Sam Syed is the founder and legacy planning special at Syed Financial Group along with an investor in the tech space. Listen to this episode to hear how he wants to continue your own legacy and prepare the US for the future of EV. Follow Sam Linke…

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Meet Randy Caplan 45:27

1+ y ago45:27

45:27

Today we chat with the principal and co-founder of Silicon Creations, Randy Caplan. Randy details his journey from studying electrical engineering at Georgia Tech to running a company that designs chips that can be found in a significant percentage of all electronic products built on Earth in the last decade. Hear how he also incorporates health an…

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Meet Michael Gill 49:15

1+ y ago49:15

49:15

Today we chat with State Farm owner and agent, Michael Gill. Michael details his journey from working in a bank in college and how he climbed the ranks to owning his own State Farm Agency in Watkinsville, GA. Follow Michael Website: https://www.insureoconee.com/ Email: [email protected] Signature Wealth Management Group

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Meet Adrian Accay 48:09

1+ y ago48:09

48:09

Today we chat an entrepreneur, investor, and family man, Adrian Accay. He details his journey through pharmacy and how that led to his success with RiteChoice Pharmacy and beyond. Follow Adrian LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-accay-pharmd-714343191/By Signature Wealth Management Group

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Meet Joseph Wechsler 53:01

1+ y ago53:01

53:01

Today we chat with a man who not only had dreams of being an Olympic athlete, but also an entrepreneur who continues to push his limits. Joseph Wechsler states, "I am privileged to serve as both the CEO of VirtuAlly, a rapidly growing telehealth company, and as an active Managing Director at Blueline Ventures, the middle-market business acquisition…

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Meet Brett Harmeling (Happy Life Labs, Verijet) 44:51

1+ y ago44:51

44:51

Today we chat with a man with many titles; director, partner, founder, CEO. Brett Harmeling is an unshakable optimist who believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together. Brett’s WHY is to inspire people to do what inspires them so that, together, each of us can change our world for the better. Follow Brett Insta: @brettharmeling L…

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Trailer: Business Tales 1:48

1+ y ago1:48

1:48

Ever wondered what its like to build a business from the ground up? How about conquering insurmountable challenges with only passion and business savvy? “Business Tales” seeks to provide a platform for business owners to share their stories of building a successful business from the ground up! Through real world lessons in entrepreneurship and valu…

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Remembering 9/11 35:22

1+ y ago35:22

35:22

Russell Harris, Brian Ransom, and Ian Payne are back to discuss 9/11 and the impact it made on the United States. We reflect on what we remember from 9/11/2001 (00:55). The economic impact of 9/11 (08:59). New U.S. additions post-9/11 (22:35). Send us your questions! Email: [email protected]. Learn more at signaturewmg.com…

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Spotlight: Entrepreneurship with Samir Patel 42:41

1+ y ago42:41

42:41

Today we have the privilege to talk with West Point graduate, and entrepreneur, Samir Patel. Samir is the managing partner for Trophy Point Investment Group and a real estate entrepreneurship instructor at Georgia State University. In this episode, Samir dives into how he got into his businesses, lessons learned along the way, and the future landsc…

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2023 Mid-Year Financial Update 52:58

2y ago52:58

52:58

Russell Harris and Brian Ransom are joined by Ian Payne and Sarth Patel. Welcome SWMG’s newest summer intern, Sarth (1:18). Brian’s 2 truths and a lie is a tough one (04:46). Market performance (12:15). Bond performance (16:00). Interest rates (24:19). Housing market (28:02). Outlook on the rest of 2023 (36:52). Send us your questions! Email: info@…

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Investment Basics 1:01:44

2y ago1:01:44

1:01:44

Russell Harris and Brian Ransom are back with former intern, now associate financial advisor, Ian Payne! Brian’s 2 truths and a lie on YTD indices (2:10). What is a 401(k) vs. (403b) (08:16). Traditional and Roth IRAs (30:28). Stock bonds vs. mutual funds (44:19). Life insurance and real estate (47:50). In conclusion (57:29). Send us your questions…

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Planning College Funding with Curt Mangold 30:28

2y ago30:28

30:28

Russell Harris and Brian Ransom are joined today by Signature Wealth partner, Curt Mangold. Russell gives us 2 truths and a lie on the cost of college through the years (1:25). What is a 529 plan (4:55)? How the SECURE Act 2.0 is changing the 529 plan (10:32). Tax benefits of college planning (21:47). Send us your questions! Email: info@signaturewm…

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Spotlight: The 2023 Housing Market with Patrick Waters 42:12

2y ago42:12

42:12

Today we have the privilege to talk with Vice Present of Outside Sales at HomeFi Mortgage, Patrick Waters. Patrick gives us a deep dive into the housing market, interest rates, and the current state of mortgages in 2023. He has over 10 years of experience as a loan originator and is responsible for business and relationship development and manageme…

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Spotlight: Travel Tips & Tricks with Malisha Mendis 33:35

2y ago33:35

33:35

Today we have the privilege to talk with travel blogger and photographer, Malisha Mendis. Malisha has been to 43 countries and counting while balancing her career in the corporate world. As vacation season creeps up on us, we get into a few tips and tricks on saving for travel, how to make the most of your trips, and investing in memories instead o…

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Headed to a Recession? 35:41

2y ago35:41

35:41

Russell Harris and Brian Ransom are back to discuss a looming word… “recession”. Brian’s 2 truths and a lie deals with hypothetical recessions (0:50). Where we’re at and where we’re headed (07:18). How would a recession impact us? (24:05). Send us your questions! Email: [email protected]. Learn more at signaturewmg.com…

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Spotlight: Investing in Your Health with Ryan Kennedy 40:29

2y ago40:29

40:29

Today we have the privilege to talk with Functional Medicine Practitioner and Board-Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Ryan Kennedy, as he addresses why you should invest in your health. Ryan Kennedy helps people improve their health through lifestyle and dietary changes. He works with entrepreneurs and busy professionals utilizing efficient & target…

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Let’s Dive into SVB and Banks 35:21

2y ago35:21

35:21

Russell Harris and Brian Ransom are back to give us a deep dive into how banks play into the current financial environment. How banks operate (0:42). An update on the SVB situation (11:04). The history of banks in the U.S. (17:13). How does this tie into inflation and a recession (26:53)? Send us your questions! Email: [email protected]. Learn …

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Are You Ready to Retire? 35:32

2y ago35:32

35:32

Russell Harris and Brian Ransom are back in studio with what’s happening this week. Brian’s trivia compares two different stocks (1:19). Our weekly market update discusses inflation and a bond vs stock comparison (5:15). The big question: Are you ready to retire (18:25)? Send us your questions! Email: [email protected]. Learn more at signaturew…

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Oil Prices and Artificial Intelligence 39:34

2y ago39:34

39:34

Russell Harris and Brian Ransom are back in studio with what’s happening this week. Brian’s trivia deals with the reconstitution of indexes (0:40). Our weekly market update discusses oil prices (7:11). Have markets rallied since the beginning of 2023 (14:45)? How SWMG works with you (20:25). AI and technology in investing (26:45). We wrap-up with S…

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Spotlight: Tax Season Prep with Jonathan Bill & Bruce Burkholder 44:16

2y ago44:16

44:16

Today we’re honored to talk to Jonathan Bill (owner of SBS Accounting and Advisors) and Bruce Burkholder (manager of Robins, Eskew, Smith & Jordan CPAs.) They discuss a variety of tax season topics such as how to prepare (W2 and businesses), common big mistakes, and changes in filing for 2022 and 2023. SBS started in 2006 with a passion to help sma…

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Financial Planning Changes in 2023 39:11

2+ y ago39:11

39:11

Russell Harris and Brian Ransom kick off our first episode of 2023. Brian gives us two financial truths and a lie about 2022 (0:55). Our weekly market update discusses the impact of 2022 (3:51). Changes in 2023 contribution limits (15:55). The Secure Act 2.0 (19:52). Our football wrap-up (34:38). Send us your questions! Email: [email protected]…

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Bears vs. Bulls: A 2023 Outlook 33:34

2+ y ago33:34

33:34

Russell Harris and Brian Ransom join us to wrap up our last podcast episode of 2022. We make the case for the bulls in 2023 (2:44). We discuss what can make a bear market in 2023 (16:50). Send us your questions! Email: [email protected]. Learn more at signaturewmg.comBy Signature Wealth Management Group

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Our 2022 Year in Review 37:01

2+ y ago37:01

37:01

We welcome back Russell Harris and Brian Ransom as our hosts for our first episode of December. Brian quizzes us on the most underperforming index (0:48). Our 2022 review of interest rates and inflation (06:31). 1970s and 1980s inflation vs. today (14:33). This year’s market performance (19:45). Covid’s lasting impacts (24:06). United States unempl…

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High Inflation vs. High Interest Rates – Past & Present 37:20

2+ y ago37:20

37:20

Russell Harris and Brian Ransom are joined by managing partner of SWMG, Jim Sims, for episode #15. Brian gives us two truths and a lie on mortgage rates (0:50). Our weekly market update recap (03:24). Should I be worried about high inflation and rising interest rates (11:53)? We compare to high inflation and interest rates in the 70s and 80s (21:13…

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Gold Talk, A Crazy Market Day & “Not Saving for Retirement?” 38:22

2+ y ago38:22

38:22

Russell and Brian are back in studio for episode #14. Brian Ransom gives us two financial truths and a lie about gold (0:56). Our weekly market update covers a crazy day in the markets on 10/13/22 (06:58). The guys discuss an article sent in by a listener (11:59). Our college football talk has both ups and downs (31:15). Send us your questions! Ema…

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Spotlight: Business Retirement Plans with John Benton of FuturePlans 35:47

2+ y ago35:47

35:47

We’re honored to have one of FuturePlan’s Vice Presidents, John Benton, on today’s Spotlight series. John breaks down options you may have when it comes to business retirement plans, explains a few common terms, and why it’s important to setup retirement properly for your future. FuturePlan is a leading third-party administrator offering a full spe…

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Spotlight: Estate Planning Discussion with Rob Petmecky and Shelly Donaldson 33:11

2+ y ago33:11

33:11

We’re honored to have Rob Petmecky and Shelly Donaldson on today’s “Spotlight” series. They discuss the importance of estate planning, will-based vs trust-based planning, and some of the biggest takeaways of the process. Rob Petmecky is an estate planning attorney with over 20 years of tax and estate planning experience. Shelly serves as the Vice P…

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Are We In A Recession? 31:13

2+ y ago31:13

31:13

Arish, Russell and Brian are back in studio for episode #13. Brian Ransom gives us the true definition of a recession (3:19). They explain July’s positive stock market despite a GDP decline (11:39). Our Signature Fact of the Week looks at how the job market has returned to pre-pandemic levels (20:40). The guys talk about what they’re looking forwar…

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Our Summer Intern, Inflation, and Disability Insurance 35:56

3y ago35:56

35:56

Our summer intern, Ian Payne joins the podcast today as Arish, Brian, and Russell discuss June’s inflation report (3:10). Why is disability insurance important? (8:38). Our summer intern, Ian, highlights his intern experience. (25:16). We predict upcoming college football (30:29). Send us your questions! Email: [email protected]. Learn more at …

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