Discover Passive Income Strategies With Pascal Wagner | Financial Freedom PodcastJoin Emma and guest Pascal Wagner as they dive into the world of passive income and financial freedom! Pascal shares his extensive background in venture capital, real estate, and passive income investments, offering valuable insights and strategies for those looking to achieve financial independence. From cash flow management to tax mitigation strategies and the importance of due diligence, this episode is packed with information to help you on your financial journey. Learn how to make smarter investment choices, safeguard your wealth, and ultimately free up your time to focus on what matters most to you. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation!Bio:Pascal Wagner is a former venture capitalist turned passive investor who built a $250K+/year portfolio through 30+ investments. As a VC at Techstars, he deployed $150M into 300+ companies, where he learned how top financial institutions analyze deals, manage risk, and make smart investment decisions—skills he now uses to help others build wealth.Today, he educates 200K+ investors monthly as a host on the Best Ever CRE Podcast network, sharing strategies to create six-figure passive income portfolios through real estate and alternative investments. His approach helps investors build a financial roadmap, evaluate deals, and access pre-vetted institutional-grade opportunities to accelerate their path to financial freedom.Connect with Pascal Wagner:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pascalwagner/Connect with Emma:https://InvestWithEmma.comhttps://Highrise.group00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:04 Pascal's Background and Venture Capital Experience01:43 Personal Story: Managing Family Inheritance03:31 Real Estate Photography and Early Career04:57 Challenges and Realities of Real Estate Investing06:07 Understanding Passive Income and Investment Strategies08:29 Navigating Legalities and Market Trends in Real Estate11:21 Evaluating Investment Opportunities and Strategies17:27 Adapting Investment Strategies Over Time20:22 Balancing Cash Flow and High-Risk Investments21:10 Lifestyle Business and Financial Freedom22:13 The Role of Cash Flow in Financial Independence24:36 Calculating Cash Flow for a Middle-Class Lifestyle26:00 Tax Mitigation Strategies for Investors27:04 Depreciation and Asset Classes36:47 Institutional Funds vs. Mom and Pop Syndicators40:26 Connecting with Pascal Wagner41:31 Conclusion and Contact Information