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Is passive income real, or is it just a buzzword thrown around by marketers trying to sell you a dream? That's exactly what I unpack in this episode of the Money Ripples Podcast. If you've ever been confused, skeptical, or overwhelmed by the idea of earning money while you sleep, this episode is going to be a game-changer for you.

I get real about what passive income truly is—and what it isn't.

During a recent mastermind event in Austin, I was chatting with a wildly successful business owner—someone knee-deep in AI development and pulling in millions. He asked me straight up: "Is anything actually passive?" His perspective reflects what so many people feel. He even confessed to dumping money into a SPY ETF (S&P 500 index fund) just because he didn't want to think about it. Sound familiar?

But here's the deal: Passive income doesn't mean passive thinking. If you ignore your money like you ignore your marriage or your health, it will suffer. This episode is a reminder that stewardship—not set-it-and-forget-it—is the true foundation of financial freedom.

I break down the most common myths about passive income that are still floating around out there. You know the ones: starting an Amazon store, flipping houses, running Airbnb properties... all marketed as "passive." But if you've ever tried them, you know better—they require a ton of time, effort, and energy.

I also share the real, proven strategies I've used personally and with hundreds of clients to create streams of passive income that are actually passive. I cover:

• Why being a business owner doesn't mean you're free—and how to get there

• Why syndications, turnkey rentals, and private lending can be more passive than you think

• The difference between stewardship and micromanagement (hint: you don't need to babysit your money!)

• What questions to ask to avoid the charlatans and bad deals in the marketplace

• How the right network and deal vetting system can save you hundreds of hours

The truth is, passive income is absolutely real. It just requires the right mindset, the right strategy, and the right guidance. If you're tired of hustling endlessly and are ready to see your money actually work for you, tune in.

This is your permission slip to stop working harder—and start working smarter.