Wealth Architect Podcast

How Inflation Impacts Your Wealth | Luis Belmonte

Interest rates, inflation, and compound growth can dramatically shape your financial future. Luis Belmonte of Seven Hill Properties breaks down the impact of interest rates and inflation, while Jeff Swiderski of Annie Mac Home Mortgage explains the power of compound interest and how our compounding economy can influence long-term wealth.

🎙️ Segment Breakdown

Segment 1 — Luis Belmonte
Interest Rates & Inflation
How changing rates and inflation affect real estate, investments, and wealth-building decisions.

Segment 2 — Jeff Swiderski
Compound Interest & Our Compounding Economy
Understanding how compounding works, why time matters, and how small financial decisions can create significant long-term results.

💼 Episode Sponsors

Annie Mac Mortgage
🌐 annie-mac.com

Mike Auger — Patriot Home Inspections
📸 @patriothomeinspections

Ted Topouzis — TOPOUZIS & ASSOCIATES
🌐 topouzis.com

Most people don't realize how much control they may have over their retirement investments.

In this episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, Nate Hare, Vice President of Sales & Business Development at Directed IRA, breaks down self-directed IRAs, what they can invest in, and what investors may be missing when it comes to their retirement accounts.

In the second segment, Mike Pereira, Associate Broker at Long Realty Inc., explores what could happen if the National Association of Realtors were dismantled — and who could ultimately benefit from the changes.

Two conversations about retirement strategy, real estate, and the forces shaping the
industry.

Guests:

Nate HareVice President of Sales & Business Development, Directed IRA

🌐 Directed IRA

Mike PereiraAssociate Broker, Long Realty Inc.

🌐 Mike Pereira — Sold in RI

Episode Sponsors:
Annie Mac Mortgage
 annie-mac.com
 @anniemac_home_mortgage

Melissa D’Ellena — D’Ellena Law
 dellenalaw.com
 @dellenalaw

Matt Bates — Movement Mortgage
 therimortgageguy.com

Why do smart people and high-performing teams still struggle to communicate?

In this episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, Jeremy Doran, Founder of NeuroConversant Leadership, breaks down why teams miscommunicate and what leaders can do to create better conversations, stronger relationships, and more effective organizations.

In the second segment, Jeff Swiderski, Branch Manager at Annie Mac Home Mortgage, explores inflation and wealth — and how inflation can impact purchasing power, debt, real estate, and long-term wealth-building strategies.

Two conversations focused on one goal: thinking smarter about how we lead, communicate, and build wealth.

Guests:

Jeremy Doran
Founder, NeuroConversant Leadership

🌐 NeuroConversant Leadership

Jeff Swiderski
Branch Manager, Annie Mac Home Mortgage

🌐 Jeff Swiderski — Annie Mac Home Mortgage

Episode Sponsors:

Annie Mac Mortgage🌐 annie-mac.com📸 @anniemac_home_mortgage

Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger🌐 homeinspectorri.com

Matt Bates — Movement Mortgage🌐 therimortgageguy.com

What makes someone stop looking for a house and start wanting your property?

In this episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, Frank McKinney, Author, Real Estate Artist, and Aspirational Speaker, shares how to move buyers from need to desire and create an emotional connection that makes luxury properties stand out.

In the second segment, Jamie Harrington, Managing Partner at Image Ten, talks about the passion, purpose, and mindset that drive successful businesses — and why loving what you do matters.

Two conversations about creating desire, building connection, and turning passion into success.

Guests:

Frank McKinney
Author | Real Estate Artist | Aspirational Speaker
 frank-mckinney.com

Jamie Harrington
Managing Partner, Image Ten
imageten.com

Sponsors:
Annie Mac Mortgage
 annie-mac.com
 @anniemac_home_mortgage

Melissa D’Ellena — D’Ellena Law
 dellenalaw.com
 @dellenalaw

Matt Bates — Movement Mortgage
 therimortgageguy.com
 @therimortgageguy

What do peak performance and luxury real estate have in common? They both require intentional investment.

In the Season 4 premiere of the Wealth Architect Podcast, Kevin Kearns, founder of Burn With Kearns, explains the growing buzz around peptides—what they are, how they work, who they're designed for, and the potential benefits they may offer when combined with a healthy lifestyle.

In the second segment, Harvin Greene, Founder & CEO of Dossier Real Estate in Atlanta, shares why she launched her own boutique brokerage, how storytelling has become the foundation of her marketing, and what it takes to build a luxury real estate brand that stands apart.

Whether you're investing in your health or your business, this episode explores how intentional choices create long-term success.

Guest: Kevin Kearns

Founder, Burn With Kearns

🌐 www.burnwithkearns.com

Guest: Harvin Greene

Founder & CEO, Dossier Real Estate

🌐 https://heydossier.com/

💼 Episode Sponsors:

Annie Mac Mortgage

🌐 annie-mac.com

📸 @anniemac_home_mortgage

Melissa D'Ellena — D'Ellena Law

🌐 dellenalaw.com

📸 @dellenalaw

Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger

🌐 https://homeinspectorri.com/

Success in real estate is rarely built without setbacks.

In this episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, Luis Belmonte, Principal and Owner of Seven Hills Properties, shares the hard-earned lessons behind more than 30 years of commercial, residential, and affordable housing development. From reputationally challenged projects to navigating politics, regulations, and costly mistakes, Luis explains what it really takes to survive and succeed in real estate development.

In the second segment, Ted Topouzis breaks down how real estate can become one of the most powerful tools for building generational wealth. We discuss legal structures, long-term planning, and the strategies families use to create lasting financial security through property ownership.

If you want to avoid expensive mistakes and think long-term about wealth creation, this episode delivers real-world insight.
 Episode Sponsors
Annie Mac Mortgage
 annie-mac.com
 @anniemac_home_mortgage
Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger
 homeinspectorri.com
Melissa D’Ellena — D’Ellena Law
 dellenalaw.com
 @dellenalaw

What happens when life gives you a challenge bigger than football?

In this powerful episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, we sit down with Joe Andruzzi, former 3× Super Bowl Champion and Chief Engagement Officer of the Joe Andruzzi Foundation.

Joe shares his story beyond football — from championships and adversity to creating an organization dedicated to helping cancer patients and their families through one of life’s most difficult battles. We discuss the reality of financial toxicity, the importance of community support, and how local businesses, volunteers, and donors can make a real impact.

In the second segment, Matt Bates> breaks down the biggest mortgage mistakes smart people make — from waiting too long to buy and believing you need 20% down to taking financial advice from social media instead of professionals.

This episode is about resilience, smarter decisions, and building a legacy that lasts beyond success.

💼 Episode Sponsors

Annie Mac Mortgage🌐 annie-mac.com📸 @anniemac_home_mortgage

Melissa D’Ellena — D’Ellena Law🌐 dellenalaw.com📸 @dellenalaw

Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger🌐 https://homeinspectorri.com/

In Season 3 Episode 17 of the Wealth Architect Podcast, we explore two powerful conversations shaping the future of real estate, wealth, and global opportunity.

First, Isabel Quintero, Managing Director at Henley & Partners USA, joins us to discuss private wealth migration trends and why more U.S. citizens are pursuing alternative residency and citizenship opportunities around the world. From global mobility to investment migration and wealth preservation, Isabel shares valuable insight into one of the fastest-growing conversations among high-net-worth individuals.

Then, we sit down with Raj Qsar, Principal and Owner of The Boutique Real Estate Group in Orange County, California. Raj shares how he built one of the industry’s most recognizable boutique real estate brands through storytelling, design, marketing, and leadership.

Sponsor:

AnnieMac Home Mortgage

🌐 annie-mac.com📸 @anniemac_home_mortgage

Melissa D’Ellena | D’Ellena Law Office

🌐 https://www.dellenalaw.com📸 @dellenalaw

Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger

🌐 https://homeinspectorri.com/

What happens when you learn success directly from the people who’ve already achieved it?

In this episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, Julius Pieranunzi, founder of WildWhy Media, shares the powerful lessons he’s learned from interviewing some of the world’s most successful individuals — all before most people even start their careers. We break down the common traits, habits, and mindsets that separate top performers from everyone else.

In the second segment, Robert Tait, Team Owner and Global Listing Advisor at Engel & Völkers Denver/Breckenridge, dives into what it really takes to build and scale a high-performing real estate business. From hiring and coaching agents to working with high-net-worth clients, Robert shares why agents must evolve beyond being “local experts” — and what it takes to stay competitive in today’s market.

If you want to understand both what success looks like at the highest level and how to build a business that reflects it, this episode delivers.

Guest: Julius Pieranunzi

Founder, WildWhy Media

🔗 ⁠https://www.wildwhy.com/⁠

Guest: Robert Tait

Team Owner | Global Listing Advisor, Engel & Völkers Denver/Breckenridge

🔗 ⁠www.DStreetBrokers.com⁠

Sponsors: 

Annie Mac Mortgage

annie mac.com⁠

@anniemac_home_mortgage

Matt Bates — Movement Mortgage

⁠therimortgageguy.com⁠

Patriot Home Inspections — MikeAuger

https://homeinspectorri.com/

Success isn’t built alone — but we rarely talk about the person behind it.

In this special episode of the Wealth Architect Podcast, guest host Walt Buteau steps in for Emilio DiSpirito and sits down with Kate Benson, Luxury Travel Editor and author of Second Fiddle.

Kate shares what it truly means to play the “second fiddle” role in a high-performance partnership — the sacrifices, the identity shifts, and how that role can evolve into empowerment, strength, and purpose. This conversation offers a rare look into the personal side of success and what partnership really looks like behind the scenes.

In the second segment, we revisit one of our most impactful conversations with Hal Elrod, sharing powerful insights on mindset, resilience, and building a life of intention.

Sponsors:

Annie Mac Mortgage🌐 annie-mac.com📸 @anniemac_home_mortgage

Melissa D’Ellena — D’Ellena Law🌐 dellenalaw.com📸 @dellenalaw

Patriot Home Inspections — Mike Auger🌐 https://homeinspectorri.com/