In this insightful episode, host Ed Parcaut sits down with Chris Miles—entrepreneur, money expert, and creator of the Money Ripples podcast. Chris shares his candid journey from traditional financial planner to becoming financially free—twice—and reveals the hard lessons he learned along the way. The conversation dives into the real-life challenges of building wealth, surviving the 2008 crash, and how true financial independence is about building streams of income rather than simply accumulating a nest egg.

Listen as Chris and Ed break down myths about financial advising, investing for cash flow over speculation, and how mindset shifts around money can change your life. The episode is full of practical advice for anyone looking to gain control over their finances, invest smarter (especially for veterans and service members!), and create a future built on stability—not just hope.

Whether you want to understand the pitfalls of traditional saving, explore the benefits of real estate investing, or simply seek inspiration for your own financial journey, this conversation is packed with authentic stories, useful strategies, and motivation to take actionable steps toward financial freedom.

Connect with Chris Miles

• Podcast & Resources: Money Ripples

• Social: @moneyripples

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