Investing 101 with Brian’s Financial Brain Trust #054

<blockquote> <p><strong>“To be successful, you have to start with your mindset. I’ve yet to meet a rich pessimist.” — Ben Stewart</strong></p> </blockquote> <p>Taking control of your financial future is as simple as: 1. Work, 2. Spend less than you make and 3. Invest. In this episode, Brian Buffini invites a panel of financial and real estate experts to share their valuable experiences and timeless tips for building long-term wealth.</p> <p>The panel includes top Realtor, Joe Niego, who shares his tips for investing in real estate; Ben Stewart, President of Stewart Wealth Managament, who shares his best advice for investing wisely; and San Diego Realtor, Jamie Hopkins, who discusses owning short-term/vacation rental properties.</p> <p>You’ll learn why your mindset is crucial to a successful investment strategy, why investing should be viewed as another business and the top three mistakes people make when purchasing a short-term rental property. If you’re ready to take the next step on the journey to financial freedom, you won’t want to miss this episode.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Inspirational quotes from today’s interview:</strong></p> <p>“The way to get ahead in life is to work” — Brian Buffini</p> <p>“Spend less than you make.” — Brian Buffini</p> <p>“It’s a wise thing to invest.” — Joe Niego</p> <p>“You gotta get the dead presidents working for you.” — Joe Niego</p> <p>“To be successful, you have to start with your mindset.” — Ben Stewart</p> <p>“I have yet to meet a rich pessimist.” — Ben Stewart</p> <p>“People capture half the upside of the markets because they make decisions based on fear.” — Ben Stewart</p> <p>“Invest in what you know and think long term.” — Jamie Hopkins</p> <p>“Investment real estate is a business that’s disguised itself as an investment.” — Joe Niego</p> <p>“[Owning real estate] is a working man’s path to wealth.” — Joe Niego</p> <p>“It’s not a pure investment; it’s another business.” — Joe Niego</p> <p>“No one will care for your money like you will yourself.” — Joe Niego</p> <p>“Play to