Debt often gets a bad rap, but what if you could use it to your advantage?

This episode unlocks the power of strategic debt! Learn to leverage other people's money, distinguish between good and bad debt, and manage borrowing effectively. Doug and Ted, co-founders of Hoyes Michalos, provide practical strategies for building wealth with debt, including a look at crypto's role.

Learn how to make debt work for you, not against you.

(0:00) - Using Debt as a Wealth-Building Tool (4:00) - Understanding Leverage and Margin: Risks and Rewards of Investing with Borrowed Money (7:00) - Good Debt vs. Bad Debt: Identify the Difference (15:45) - Building Wealth While in Debt, Is It Possible? (17:30) - Opportunity Cost and Interest Rates (20:00) - The Challenge of Paying Interest While Building Assets (22:40) - Cryptocurrency and Debt: A Viable Investment Strategy? (24:00) - Practical Debt Management Strategies for Wealth Growth (26:30) - Strategic Borrowing: Using Debt for Investments?

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Disclaimer: The information provided in the Debt Free in 30 Podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended as personal financial advice. Individual financial situations vary and may require personalized advice from a qualified financial advisor. Always consult with a financial professional. The views expressed in this episode do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Hoyes, Michalos & Associates, or any other affiliated organizations. We do not endorse or guarantee the effectiveness of any specific financial institutions or strategies discussed.