

Investment Fund Secrets S2
Bridger Pennington
Investment Fund Secrets is the ultimate resource for fund managers, entrepreneurs, and anyone going BIG in the world of investing. Join the journey to build and scale investment funds and business empires into billion-dollar successes. We cover fund strategy, capital raising, marketing, leadership, and even staying sharp in mind and body—all while making an impact and giving back.
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Bridger Pennington is the host of Investment Fund Secrets and the founder of multiple investment funds and Fund Launch. His funds and businesses have done tens of millions in revenue, and this podcast documents the journey to scaling to the billion-dollar level.
Welcome to Investment Fund Secrets.
Join the Wall Street Rebel Inside Group →
https://www.fundlaunch.com/wsr-launch--47111?sl=cf2homepage?sl=podcast
Learn about investment funds on our YouTube channel →
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_NBRSd-yIX6tyg31RzCew
Bridger Pennington is the host of Investment Fund Secrets and the founder of multiple investment funds and Fund Launch. His funds and businesses have done tens of millions in revenue, and this podcast documents the journey to scaling to the billion-dollar level.
Welcome to Investment Fund Secrets.
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Oct 3, 2023 • 12min
How Taxes Work in Funds l Ep 286
I'm talking all about how taxes work with funds. Taxes work differently with different types of funds, but I outline a couple of basic principles. Don't forget to rate, review, and share the show to spread the knowledge and help more people understand the game of building billion-dollar companies.[00:01:40] How taxes work in funds. [00:03:07] Real estate fund tax benefits. [00:06:07] 1031 exchange and real estate. [00:09:29] Tax advantages for fund managers. [00:12:10] Rating and reviewing the show.*****Disclaimers All Information Shared Are The Sole Thoughts and Opinions Of The Author. Do Not Take Any Information As Legal Or Financial Advice. You Should Seek A Certified Accountant And A Professional Legal Team Before Taking Any Further Action.

Sep 28, 2023 • 1h 10min
Choose to Be The One l Justin Prince l Ep 285
I sit down with Justin Prince, author of "Be The One", entrepreneur, father, and husband. Justin shares his incredible journey from a broken home to building multiple multimillion-dollar businesses, generating over two and a half billion in revenue. We discuss the importance of self-development and how to become the best version of yourself. Tune in to gain valuable insights and inspiration for your own personal and professional growth.[00:01:09] Overcoming adversity in business. [00:03:42] The superpower of focus. [00:06:31] Attention atrophy. [00:08:29] CEOs' focus on strategic priorities. [00:12:22] The 80-20 principle. [00:13:49] John's daily routine. [00:17:37] Enlisting family in business. [00:19:41] Investing in emotional and physical connection. [00:23:12] Success is an identity process. [00:25:45] E-9400's story of redemption. [00:27:30] Be the one. [00:30:35] Breaking the chain of abuse. [00:33:28] Being the one. [00:36:10] Feeling vulnerable as a public figure. [00:39:17] Dealing with social pressure. [00:41:20] The importance of serving others. [00:44:33] Shifting from money to mission. [00:47:41] Nikola Jokic's unique passion. [00:50:23] Principles for Success. [00:52:37] Levels of certainty. [00:55:52] Optimism and success. [00:58:55] The power of "until". [01:00:21] The word until still guarantees your success. [01:03:07] Building habits that compound. [01:05:42] Building habits for success. [01:09:37] The real race.

Sep 26, 2023 • 19min
Taking Chips of The Table: When and How to Pay Yourself l Ep 284
I discuss the topic of when entrepreneurs should start paying themselves and taking profits from their businesses. These are my insights and strategies on how to approach this process, drawing from my own experience in building multiple successful businesses. You need to taste blood as an entrepreneur EARLY. [00:02:05] Investing in yourself. [00:03:00] Founder's struggle with starvation. [00:06:03] Taking chips off the table. [00:09:43] Spending efficiently and breaking even. [00:11:53] Service-based companies as Ponzi schemes. [00:15:09] Sugar daddy growth equity partner. [00:18:05] Taking chips off the table.

Sep 21, 2023 • 45min
What's Really Going on With the U.S. Housing Market l Jason Hartman l Ep 283
Jason Hartman, expert in U.S. housing market, breaks down the current state of the housing market with topics including lowest housing affordability in 37 years, the Hartman Comparison Index, college tuition as a scam, mortgage delinquencies and affordability, millions of distressed sellers, millennials entering the housing market, the housing market pivot, the new home market, banking crash or crisis, inflation and the elite class, BRICS as a global threat, and central bank digital currency.

Sep 19, 2023 • 15min
Asymmetrical Risk of Entrepreneurs l Ep 282
Today, I'm talking about the asymmetrical risk ratio return on entrepreneurship in 2023. It's about figuring out passion v. profitability. I walk though my process when approaching school, life, and entrepreneurship. Whether it's pursuing a career in psychiatry or theology, you need to remember this when choosing your life path: eventually you will have to work for money. Tune in to gain insights and inspiration for your own entrepreneurial journey.Rate and review the show for a chance to win a giveaway![00:01:29] Working for money. [00:03:24] Asymmetrical risk in entrepreneurship. [00:06:23] Nervousness about risk. [00:08:59] Taking calculated risks in business. [00:14:18] De-risking entrepreneurship.

Sep 14, 2023 • 23min
The Rise of Retail Investors l Ep 281
In today's episode, I discuss the growing threat to society posed by the concentration of power in companies like Vanguard, State Street, and BlackRock. These three companies control a significant portion of the world's assets, with a combined $22 trillion in managed assets. We need for more individuals to decentralize and decouple Wall Street to counteract this concentration of power. People like me and you need to launch more funds.Join the Wall Street Rebels: https://www.fundlaunch.com/wsr-launch--47111?sl=cf2homepage?sl=bullishLearn more about investment funds on my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_NBRSd-yIX6tyg31RzCew?sl=bullish[00:00:29] Threat of Wall Street dominance. [00:03:40] Disney's political agendas. [00:07:14] Rise of the retail investor. [00:11:08] The rise of retail investors. [00:13:23] Consolidation of industries. [00:16:29] Wall Street's impact on real estate. [00:21:13] Consolidation in every industry. [00:22:49] Learning the fund game.

Sep 12, 2023 • 9min
Management Debt is Killing Your Business l Ep 280
I'm talking about the concept of management debt and technical debt in today's episode. Technical debt is the shortcuts or compromises you make during the product development process. Management debt is the consequences of making poor hiring decisions.I think it's important to hire the right people to avoid management debt. The wrong person in a crucial role can waste months or even years of time. I also think it's important to build great products that have lasting value. Tesla is a great example of this. For the video, visit my YouTube ChanneI or join our Discord group, the Wall Street Rebel Insiders. Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_NBRSd-yIX6tyg31RzCewDiscord Group: https://www.fundlaunch.com/wsr-launch--47111?sl=bullish

Sep 7, 2023 • 1h 8min
Make Your Life SIGNIFICANT l Dan Clark l Episode 279
Dan Clark, an experienced speaker and speechwriter, discusses the power of first impressions, the law of reciprocity, craving genuine human experiences, Taylor Swift's success and generosity, becoming the plane, crafting a Hall of Fame speech, starting conversations with questions, and the wisdom of the elderly.

Sep 5, 2023 • 9min
What's Going on with BRICS and the U.S. Dollar? l Episode 278
Something a little different today. I'm talking USD and BRICS nation. Lots of chatter about this right now, very interesting time. China's heavy reliance on imports for oil and calories underscores its high dependence on the global market. China imports approximately 70% of its oil and 80% of its calories, indicating a significant reliance on other countries to meet its energy and food needs. In contrast, the United States has the potential to achieve energy and calorie independence, suggesting a lesser dependence on imports for these essential resources. I emphasize the asymmetry in the economic relationship between China and the US, highlighting China's greater dependence on the US compared to the reverse.Listen to the full episode for more. Want more on BRICS and the USD? Go to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_NBRSd-yIX6tyg31RzCew[00:00:09] Importance of the U.S. dollar. [00:02:32] Energy independence and currency trade. [00:06:32] US Dollar and Saudi Arabia. [00:07:29] Dollars and oil conflict.

Aug 31, 2023 • 55min
Wealth is Inherently Good l Joe Brown l Heresy Financial l Episode 277
In this episode of Bullish, Bridger welcomes Joe Brown of Heresy Financial. Joe shares his journey from being broke and in debt to building an incredible finance education vehicle to teach people how to make and keep their money. He discusses his passion for personal money management and how he got started in the industry. Bridger and Joe explore the idea that wealth is inherently good, despite some people using it for evil. Tune in to gain insights on building wealth and doing good in the world.[00:00:00] Wealth as inherently good. [00:04:24] Money supply and inflation. [00:06:35] Money supply and inflation. [00:10:02] Deflation and human progress. [00:12:00] The impact of deflation. [00:17:26] The banking model in crisis. [00:20:17] The bank term funding program. [00:22:30] Yield curve control and nationalization of the banking system. [00:26:31] Nationalizing and centralizing banking. [00:28:42] Nationalization of the banking system. [00:32:30] Central bank digital currency.[00:34:00] Consolidation of the banking industry. [00:38:31] An interesting election year. [00:40:44] Interpretations of eagle nation. [00:43:10] Prophecy and the 2024 Election. [00:47:02] Public sentiment towards nuclear energy. [00:51:52] Wealth is inherently good. [00:53:31] The creation of wealth.The Wall Street Rebel Insider Group is opening for 1 hour today. This is a 🌎- CLASS community of fund managers and aspiring fund managers. You can join the wait-list right now here: https://www.fundlaunch.com/wsr-launch--47111?sl=cf2homepage?sl=linktree


