Are you confident your financial advisor is truly working in your best interest, or are hidden incentives shaping the advice you receive? In this solo episode of Secrets to Abundant Living, Amy Sylvis unpacks the five essential questions you must ask your financial advisor to ensure alignment with your goals, risk tolerance, and long-term vision. 

From understanding compensation structures to clarifying what “diversification” really means, Amy empowers listeners to take control of their financial future. Using clear examples and real-world scenarios, she highlights why relying solely on paper assets can be risky, how to avoid conflicts of interest, and what it means to create a wealth preservation strategy that supports freedom and abundance for years to come.

Connect with Amy Sylvis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/

Contact Us:

https://www.sylviscapital.com

https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar

More Resources & Links:

Is Your Financial Advisor On Your Side? 5 Questions To Ask.

00:00 Intro

00:37 Welcome to the Secrets to Abundant Living Podcast

01:26 Host Introduction and Recent Travels

02:27 Defining Abundance and Hands-Off Income

03:49 Evaluating Your Financial Advisor

05:23 Key Questions to Ask Your Financial Advisor

09:29 Understanding Diversification

16:21 The Importance of Multiple Income Streams

20:25 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

21:31 Closing Remarks and Farewell

What does it really mean to live rationally? For Dr. Jorgen Harris, professor of economics at Occidental College, it’s not just about maximizing dollars; it’s about making choices that align with your values and create sustainable abundance. In this inspiring conversation with host Amy Sylvis, Dr. Harris shares how economics can be a practical tool for navigating life’s tradeoffs, from balancing career ambitions with personal joy to building systems of inclusion that allow everyone to thrive. 

With reflections on teaching during the upheaval of COVID-19, guidance for the next generation, and a reminder that even “small people in the world” can make a big impact, this episode offers both wisdom and encouragement for anyone seeking a meaningful and abundant life.

Connect with Dr. Jorgen Harris:

[email protected]

jorgenharris.com

https://www.youtube.com/@jorgenharris2587

Connect with Amy Sylvis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/

Contact Us:

https://www.sylviscapital.com

https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar

00:00 Introduction

00:24 Welcome to the Secrets to Abundant Living Podcast

01:46 Introducing Dr. Jorgen Harris

03:46 Dr. Harris' Journey at Occidental College

04:17 Navigating the Challenges of COVID-19

04:59 Building Community During Crisis

07:03 The Importance of Economic Theory in Real Life

08:52 Balancing Personal and Professional Goals

14:18 Making a Positive Impact in the World

16:11 Invitation to Financial Freedom Webinar

19:26 The Value of Role Models in Education

19:57 The Competitive Nature of Education

21:38 Life Beyond the Conveyor Belt

22:03 Exploring Career Options

24:19 The Importance of Inclusivity in Society

29:09 The Role of Trust in Society

31:52 Final Thoughts and Advice for Students

How much of your financial future is shaped not by what you earn — but by what you keep?

Brandon Hall, CPA, national speaker, and Founder & Managing Partner of Hall CPA PLLC (The Real Estate CPA), works with real estate investors, syndicates, and private equity funds to optimize tax positions and streamline accounting. Drawing on his experience at Pricewaterhouse-Coopers and Ernst & Young, and having built his own 25-unit portfolio of multifamily, single-family, and short-term rentals, Brandon believes real estate is key to building sustainable, generational wealth.

In this conversation, he shares practical strategies to lower tax burdens, protect investments, and unlock overlooked opportunities from 100% bonus depreciation and cost segregation to passive activity loss rules and the “Lazy Man’s 1031 Exchange.” You’ll also hear his warnings on compliance risks, misconceptions about real estate professional status, and why bad advice can cost you years of progress.

Listen to the full episode to discover how the right tax strategy can become one of your most powerful wealth-building tools.

Connect with Brandon Hall:

https://www.therealestatecpa.com/

[email protected]

Connect with Amy Sylvis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/

Contact Us:

https://www.sylviscapital.com

https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar

00:00 Introduction

00:19 Welcome to the Secrets to Abundant Living Podcast

01:08 Meet Your Host: Amy Sylvis

02:09 Special Guest: Brandon Hall's Journey

04:14 The Birth of Hall CPA

07:55 The Importance of Specialized Tax Professionals

14:15 Understanding the New Tax Bill

18:50 Understanding Passive Income and Tax Losses

20:39 Real Estate Professional Status Explained

23:26 Multiple Streams of Income and Bonus Depreciation

25:51 The Lazy Man's 1031 Exchange

30:29 Navigating the 2025 Tax Changes

33:32 Final Thoughts and Advice

What happens when a powerhouse woman combines mindset, mission, and real estate investing? You get Dr. Erin Hudson. In this inspiring episode, host Amy Sylvis sits down with her business partner and friend to uncover the real story behind their $80M+ in real estate, Erin’s transformation from chiropractor to real estate mogul, and how one emotional moment on stage turned into a game-changing business partnership.

From building homes for single mothers in a trash dump to helping her children launch their own rental income ventures, Erin shows us what it truly means to live abundantly—with impact. Whether you’re a mom wanting more control over your finances or a seasoned investor looking to diversify with heart, this episode is your invitation to think bigger.

Connect with Dr. Erin Hudson:

https://www.thequattroway.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drerinhudson/

Connect with Amy Sylvis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/

Contact Us:

https://www.sylviscapital.com

https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar

00:00 Introduction 

01:00 Meet Your Host: Amy Sylvis

01:23 Special Guest: Dr. Erin Hudson

02:41 Erin's Journey to Real Estate Success

05:22 The Power of Giving Back

13:09 Empowering Women in Real Estate

19:49 Teaching Financial Literacy to Children

23:50 Exploring Diversification in Investments

27:19 The Quattro Fixed Income Fund

30:14 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Could your biggest tax break be hiding inside your real estate investment?

This week on Secrets to Abundant Living, we're bringing you the replay of a high-impact webinar that’s too valuable not to share. Host Amy Sylvis is joined by CPA and cost segregation expert Ari Lasky to break down the tax strategy every savvy investor should understand: cost segregation, especially now that 100% bonus depreciation is back under the newly passed Big Beautiful Bill.

This conversation is packed with expert insights and practical guidance to help you keep more of what you earn. Whether you're investing passively through syndications or actively managing your own real estate, this episode will shift how you think about taxes, timing, and wealth-building. Ari shares real-life scenarios, answers investor questions, and explains how the new tax law opens the door for serious savings in 2025 and beyond.

Connect with Ari Lasky, CPA:(216) 202-2622

[email protected]

Connect with Amy Sylvis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/

Contact Us:

https://www.sylviscapital.com

https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar

00:00 Introduction

00:15 Webinar Announcement and Tax Bill Overview

00:40 Importance of Tax Mitigation

01:31 Introducing Ari Lasky and Madison Specs

01:46 Welcome to the Webinar

05:22 Introduction to Cost Segregation

06:53 Depreciation Fundamentals

10:25 Cost Segregation Case Study

14:16 Bonus Depreciation Explained

19:09 Impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill

22:28 Passive vs Active Income

28:33 Understanding Excess Loss and Carry Forwards

29:06 When Cost Segregation Doesn't Make Sense

29:44 Time Value of Money in Cost Segregation

31:46 Mitigating Depreciation Recapture

35:41 Q&A: Cost Segregation and Real Estate Strategies

48:45 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

What if the most important financial decision you ever make is the one you're told not to?

In this episode of Secrets to Abundant Living, Amy Sylvis sits down with Pia McFarland, Sales Director and GM at MCI Miritz Citrus Intercontinental LLC, to unpack what it really means to build an abundant life from scratch. A Colgate grad with no formal finance background, no family safety net, and no inherited wealth, Pia has built a life of both financial and personal freedom through bold decisions, self-education, and an unapologetic commitment to doing things differently.

From launching a multimillion-dollar business while raising a toddler, to investing in real estate and empowering her son with generational tools, Pia’s journey is anything but traditional. She challenges limiting beliefs around women and money, dismantles the myth of perfection in investing, and proves that courage, not credentials, is the true starting point of wealth-building.

If you’ve ever felt behind, boxed in, or uncertain about your next move, this episode will remind you: it’s never too late to rewrite the story.

Connect with Pia McFarland:www.linkedin.com/in/pia-henzi-🇺🇸-5a76132/

[email protected]

Connect with Amy Sylvis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/

Contact Us:

https://www.sylviscapital.com

https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar

00:00 Introduction

01:23 Meet Our Special Guest: Pia McFarland

02:09 Pia's Journey: From Switzerland to Success

02:59 Defining Abundance: Opportunities and Risks

06:59 Empowering Women in Investing

10:55 Financial Education and Responsibility

14:50 Creating a Legacy: Securing the Next Generation

16:30 Rethinking Financial Strategies for Your Children

17:34 The Power of Women in Investing

18:18 Learning from Real Estate Mistakes

19:07 The Benefits of Syndication

21:07 Downsizing and Financial Security

25:13 Advice for Breaking Free from the Rat Race

27:38 Final Thoughts

Are you missing the most overlooked way to build real wealth in real estate? In this solo episode, Amy Sylvis unpacks a powerful shift in tax law that has real estate investors buzzing: the return of 100% bonus depreciation through 2029. Amy breaks down what bonus depreciation is, why it matters for both active and passive investors, and how it can dramatically reduce your tax bill, without the stress of a 1031 exchange. 

Using a real-life example, Amy illustrates how depreciation strategies can unlock massive upfront savings, increase your long-term returns, and support your journey toward true abundance. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting to explore hands-off income, this is an episode worth saving (and sharing).

Connect with Amy Sylvis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/

Contact Us:

https://www.sylviscapital.com

https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar

Honorable Mentions:

The CostSegKing👑 - Yonah Weisshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cost-segregation-yonah-weiss/

00:00 Introduction

00:27 Welcome to the Podcast

01:14 Mid-Year Reflections and Personal Stories

01:54 About Amy Sylvis and Sylvis Capital

03:18 Big News in Real Estate: 100% Bonus Depreciation

04:40 Understanding Depreciation in Real Estate

07:51 Cost Segregation Study Explained

11:13 Practical Examples of Bonus Depreciation

15:34 Tax Strategies and Professional Advice

22:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

How do you measure success by what you’ve achieved, or by who you’ve become in the process? In this inspiring episode of Secrets to Abundant Living, Amy Sylvis is joined by Tyler Chesser, real estate investor, entrepreneur, and co-founder of CF Capital, for a rich conversation about mindset, identity, and the real definition of abundance.

Tyler shares how shifting from a scarcity-driven, survivalist perspective to a conscious, purpose-filled mindset changed not only his business trajectory but his entire life. From redefining what it means to "invest in yourself" to real-world stories of impact through real estate, this episode is a masterclass in living with intention. Whether you're rethinking your career path, facing entrepreneurial uncertainty, or just seeking a more aligned life, Tyler's insights will challenge and uplift you.

Connect with Tyler Chesser:

https://www.cfcapllc.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-chesser-ccim-88a54325/

Connect with Amy Sylvis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/

Contact Us:

https://www.sylviscapital.com

https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar

0:00 Introduction

00:36 Welcome to the Podcast

01:46 Meet Tyler Chesser

03:04 Tyler's Journey and Mindset

08:13 Defining Abundance

13:41 The Power of a Growth Mindset

28:32 Real Estate Impact Stories

32:42 Connecting with Tyler Chesser

36:40 Closing Remarks

What if the path to abundance was paved not with wealth, but with resilience, reinvention, and relentless love for others? In this deeply moving and inspiring episode, Amy Sylvis sits down with educator, prison reformer, and world traveler Dr. Lincoln Johnson, a man who transformed his life and the lives of countless others through empathy, perseverance, and purpose. From growing up in Compton to working with the most underserved students, from fighting systemic injustice to losing his leg and rising stronger than ever, Dr. Johnson reminds us that true abundance lies in human connection, cultural exploration, and showing up with love every single day. 

Tune in for goosebumps, truth bombs, and one unforgettable story of becoming legendary.

Connect with Dr. Linc Johnson:

https://www.instagram.com/left_leggedlegend/

https://www.youtube.com/@DrLincJ

Connect with Amy Sylvis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/

Contact Us:

https://www.sylviscapital.com

https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar

00:00 Introduction

01:25 Meet Our Inspiring Guest: Dr. Lincoln Johnson

02:53 Link's Early Life and Educational Journey

03:59 Challenges and Triumphs in Teaching

06:23 Making a Difference in Students' Lives

13:06 The Story of Raul: From Hate to Love

18:29 Exploring Multiple Streams of Income

24:53 Prison Life and Misconceptions

25:28 Educational Initiatives in Prison

26:17 Challenges and Achievements

27:11 The System's Resistance

29:32 Personal Health Struggles

33:20 The Decision to Amputate

36:35 Embracing a New Life

39:34 Travel and Cultural Immersion

41:48 Final Thoughts and Advice

What do you do when your body sends you a signal you weren’t prepared for? In this deeply personal solo episode, Amy Sylvis shares her recent health scare, a surprise breast lump discovered amidst California wildfires, and how she turned fear into clarity. Through vulnerability and wisdom gained from years of managing cystic fibrosis, Amy opens up about how she navigated the unknown with purpose, courage, and a practical abundance mindset.

You’ll walk away not only with health “hacks” and powerful patient advocacy tips but also with a profound reminder: health is wealth, and no matter what life throws your way, you can meet it with grace, community, and knowledge.

Connect with Amy Sylvis:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/

Contact Us:

https://www.sylviscapital.com

https://www.sylviscapital.com/webinar

Other Resources:

The Bell Curve by Atul Gawande

https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2004/12/06/the-bell-curve

0:00 Introduction: The Power of Patient Communities

00:33 Welcome to the Secrets to Abundant Living Podcast

01:24 Meet Your Host: Amy Sylvis

02:04 A Personal Health Journey

02:37 Navigating Health Challenges with Cystic Fibrosis

04:20 A Health Scare: Discovering a Breast Lump

08:10 The Importance of Second Opinions and Patient Communities

12:02 Empowering Yourself Through Education

13:58 A Positive Outcome and Lessons Learned

16:07 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

18:13 Closing Remarks and Stay Connected