As the son of an immigrant, Lauren asks about how that shaped his life. Like many of us, Tony was under the impression that if you got to school and if you get a good job, you will be successful. That illusion was shattered when he was laid off. Even with a good job, it’s hard to pay even regular bills and also save money. The rules of the game have changed, and for the first time ever the upcoming generation is not better off than the one before it. Over half of young people 18-29 live with their parents. Lauren and Tony emphasize the importance of getting started, and not living in the past. Tony walks through how he got started investing in real estate. The concepts are the same and numbers you run today are the same as they’ve always been. If you’re not sure how to start, network and learn from others, whether it’s investing in real estate, businesses, stocks, or anything. Tony closes by reminding us that our goals should be our own, not anyone else’s!

If you liked this episode, you’ll also like episode 189: Fight All Day and Make Money and 174: Change Your Own Life: Make More & Pay Off Your Debt.

About Tony:Tony Lopes is first-generation American, CEO of Dirty Boots Capital, real estate professional, bestselling author, coach, and speaker. He earned a BS in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA from UMass. He worked in the defense industry for 19 years managing multi-million-dollar programs while simultaneously building a portfolio of residential income properties. His investments, coupled with his understanding of markets and economics allowed him to retire at age 44. What really drives Tony is sharing his knowledge and experience so that others can achieve financial independence and enjoy the same level of freedom he does.

Connect with Tony:

https://dirtybootscapital.com/

https://freedomatriskbook.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-lopes-far/

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

https://www.facebook.com/FreedomAtRisk/

https://twitter.com/FreedomAtRisk_

https://www.instagram.com/Dirty_boots_capital

Connect with Lauren:

https://twitter.com/AdultingIsEasy

https://www.realadultingiseasy.com/

https://www.instagram.com/adultingiseasyreal/