What if you could double your retirement savings every three years without working overtime or taking big risks? It’s not a gimmick. It’s a real strategy used by real investors, and it all starts with understanding how to make your IRA work smarter for you.

In this episode of Growing the Money, Rich Lenon breaks down how to grow your retirement savings using self-directed IRAs, money lending, and the Rule of 72. He shares why reaching your first $100K is such a key milestone and how it can open the door to long-term, tax-free wealth. Stick around to learn how this simple strategy can set you up for real freedom in retirement, plus grab Rich’s free Smarter Wealth Blueprint.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Hit your first $100K in investable retirement income
• Use the “Rule of 72” to double your money efficiently
• Set up and grow a self-directed IRA
• Make passive income by lending money backed by real estate
• Retire tax-free with a solid game plan that most people don’t talk about

Who This Episode Is For:

• People in their 30s, 40s, or 50s planning for real financial freedom
• Real estate investors looking for smarter retirement tools
• Anyone curious about how to actually live off their IRA in the future

Why You Should Listen:

• Because most people don’t realize there’s a better way to grow their retirement savings, and this episode lays it all out. If you're tired of slow gains, feeling stuck with your IRA, or just unsure how to actually live off your money one day, Rich gives you a clear path forward. He shares a proven strategy that real people are using right now to retire earlier, tax-free, and with a lot more peace of mind.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• 00:00 The First Million
• 00:20 The Hardest Money to Make
• 01:12 Building Wealth with IRAs
• 03:25 The Power of Self-Directed IRAs
• 04:33 Doubling Your Money: The Rule of 72
• 05:49 A Strategy for Retirement
• 07:49 Final Thoughts and Resources

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