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Building Your Money Machine

Mel H Abraham, CPA, CVA, ASA

Welcome to "Building Your Money Machine, hosted by Mel Abraham, CPA, a renowned financial expert and author of USA Today Bestseller, "Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder For You Than You Did For It!." On this podcast, Mel shares his insights and experiences from over 30 years in the field of wealth-building, entrepreneurship and mentorship to financial freedom. Each episode provides actionable strategies to master your money, remove financial stress, and live a life by

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29:37

12 Things I Don't Waste Money On (As a 64 Yr Old...

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2025/11/03

Welcome to another eye-opening episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m sharing the 12 things I DON’T waste my money on as a 64-year-old millionaire. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to cut out coffee or deprive yourself to achieve financial freedom, let me tell you — that’s not the secret. True wealth is about living consciously, and making sure every dollar multiplies your joy, not your regret. I’ll break down the biggest financial pitfalls I’ve seen over decades as a CPA...

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22:21

When You Get RICH, Tell NO ONE (Act Like You're Poor)

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2025/10/30

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m shedding light on one of the most misunderstood secrets in wealth-building—why the truly rich keep their wealth quiet and what that means for living a life of freedom, choice, and peace of mind. If you’ve ever thought that being rich means showing off the fancy car, watch, or taking extravagant trips, let’s flip that script. In this episode, I dive deep into the reality behind loud wealth—the hidden stress, the deb...

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25:38

12 Signs That Predict You'll Be a Multi Millionaire

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2025/10/27

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show, where we break down exactly what it takes to master your money, eliminate financial stress, and build a life of choice. In today's episode, I’m diving into the 12 wealth signals that can predict whether you’re on the millionaire track long before your bank account proves it. That’s right—millionaire status isn’t about IQ, luck, or outworking everyone around you. It comes down to a handful of specific mindsets, behaviors, mech...

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27:08

Why Keeping Over THIS AMOUNT In Cash Is a Huge Mistake

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2025/10/23

Welcome back to the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m busting one of the biggest financial myths out there—and it’s something I see trip people up over and over again: the idea that the more cash you keep in the bank, the safer and wealthier you’ll be. In reality, sitting on too much cash might just be one of the riskiest moves for your financial future. Drawing from my decades as a CPA, an entrepreneur, and an advisor, I’ll break down why cash is a protector, not a builder of weal...

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22:57

35 Years of Investing Lessons in 21 Minutes (From a CPA)

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2025/10/20

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on my 35+ years of investing experience—real-world, in-the-trenches lessons learned as a CPA, entrepreneur, and investor who’s seen it all. Forget the hype about AI stocks, crypto, and so-called secret get-rich-quick strategies. In this episode, I break down the timeless principles and habits that actually create wealth—and help you avoid the painful mistakes that most investors make along ...

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23:26

9 Subtle Signs You’re Building REAL Wealth

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2025/10/16

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on what REAL wealth looks like. If you’ve ever found yourself scrolling through Instagram, dazzled by flashy cars, luxury homes, and rooftop cocktails—this is your wake-up call. Because let’s be honest: most of what people call “success” online is just chaos with a fresh coat of paint. In this episode, I break down the nine subtle signs that reveal whether you’re quietly b...

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22:00

9 Things Rich People Don’t Waste Money On

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2025/10/13

Welcome to another eye-opening episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! I’m Mel Abraham, and today we’re tearing down the myths that social media, Instagram, and pop culture sell about wealth—the fancy cars, designer wardrobes, and mega-mansions. Real wealth isn’t about showing off; it’s about saying “no” to the things that drain your potential and your bank account. In this episode, I reveal the nine things that truly wealthy people absolutely do not waste their money on. Far from be...

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34:04

How to Have Better Finances Than 95% of People (in 3...

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2025/10/09

Welcome to another action-packed episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, we’re diving into a game plan that can completely transform your finances in just 90 days. I know—big promise. But after 30-plus years as a CPA, entrepreneur, and coach, I’ve seen what keeps people stuck, stressed, and feeling left behind. It isn’t laziness or lack of smarts—it’s not having the right playbook. Together, I’ll walk you through a proven, week-by-week strategy so you can be further ahead fina...

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25:18

10 Signs Someone is Secretly Wealthy

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2025/10/06

Welcome to another value-packed episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on a side of wealth that’s rarely talked about — the subtle, quiet signals that reveal true financial freedom. Ever wondered how someone can fly first class in Costco jeans, or why the flashiest person at the valet isn't always the wealthiest? In this episode, I’m giving you the inside scoop: real wealth doesn’t scream, it whispers. After decades as a financial expert, entrepre...

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29:13

Wealth Explodes after $100K But Only If You Avoid...

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2025/10/02

Welcome back to the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the most pivotal milestones on your wealth-building journey—the $100,000 mark. Maybe you’ve already reached it in your savings, investments, or revenue, or maybe you’re well on your way. Either way, hitting that first hundred grand isn’t the finish line—it’s just the launch pad. But here’s what most people don’t realize: right after that $100K milestone, a series of subtle traps start popping u...

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39:02

ACCOUNTANT EXPLAINS: Every Level of Wealth in 37 mins

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2025/09/29

Welcome to another empowering episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! I’m Mel Abraham, your host, and today I’m pulling back the curtain on something I’ve learned after decades as a CPA and money mentor: wealth is not just predictable, it’s climbable. After staring at more spreadsheets and tax returns than I care to admit, I can confidently say the math always maths out. In this episode, I break down every level of wealth—from financial struggle all the way to abundance and even the ...

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33:01

Never Make These 12 Mistakes if You Want to Retire

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2025/09/25

Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on why so many hardworking people spend 40 years saving faithfully, only to find themselves broke or stressed out in retirement. Let me assure you—it’s not because you didn’t work hard enough. It’s because you might have fallen for certain myths or made some silent mistakes you didn’t even know were happening. In this episode, we’re tackling the three biggest retirement myths that ...

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29:07

The Real Cost of Pretending to be Rich

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2025/09/22

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on a topic that’s everywhere on your social feeds, but rarely talked about honestly: The Real Cost of Pretending to be Rich. If you’ve ever felt that pressure to keep up with the Joneses—posting exotic vacations, driving luxury cars, sporting designer gear—this episode is for you. Let's be honest: social media has become one big “flex fest.” But here’s the shocking truth—most people flaunti...

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25:45

Why Buying a Home is NOT the American Dream

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2025/09/18

Welcome to another eye-opening episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on a financial “truth” we’ve all been sold: that buying a home is the ultimate American Dream. If you’ve ever felt pressure to own a house—or worried that renting means you’re “throwing money away”—this episode is for you. Let’s get real. For decades, we’ve been told that a mortgage is a rite of passage and a path to prosperity. But when you dig deeper (and I do that with real n...

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20:58

Why Most Americans Never Escape the Middle Class Trap

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2025/09/15

Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m bringing you a replay of a live session that hit so hard, it blew up my inbox with requests. So, you asked—I delivered. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the “right” things—holding down a good job, maybe even bought the house and putting money away—yet you still can’t seem to get ahead, you’re not alone. That’s the middle class trap, and I’m tearing it apart in this episode. I'm diving into why the...

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25:39

What Everyone Gets Wrong About FIRE

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2025/09/11

Welcome back to the Building Your Money Machine Show! In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on one of the most popular and controversial trends in personal finance today: the FIRE movement — Financial Independence, Retire Early. After more than 30 years as a CPA, entrepreneur, and financial educator, I've witnessed countless people chase the dream of early retirement, only to find themselves back at work faster than a market crash. Today, I'm digging into the 8 biggest problems with F...

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23:16

If You Don't Understand Bonds, You Don't Understand...

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2025/09/08

Welcome to another eye-opening episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on a market that quietly runs the show behind the scenes—one that most people don’t truly understand: the bond market. You may have heard that bonds are “boring,” reserved for your grandma’s retirement or a dusty corner of finance. Well, I’m here to change your mind. With over 30 years as a financial expert, I can tell you: the bond market isn’t just big—it’s the most powerful m...

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26:40

7 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Retired

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2025/09/04

Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m sharing the seven things I wish I knew before I retired—and let me tell you, making the leap from building wealth to living off it is a much bigger mental switch than I ever imagined. We’ll dig into the psychological shift from the accumulation phase (saving, investing, and growing wealth) to the decumulation phase (actually spending what you’ve worked so hard to build). I’ll explain why switching from ear...

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17:16

8 Signs You're NOT Ready For The Upcoming Recession

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2025/09/01

Welcome to another impactful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m taking a practical look at a question on everyone’s mind: Are you really ready for the next recession? There’s a lot of noise out there about the stock market, scary headlines, and economic forecasts. But let me set the record straight—recessions aren’t about the stock market’s mood swings. A recession is the ultimate stress test for your finances. If you aren’t prepared, it’s going to find every crack in...

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19:08

40 Harsh Truths I Wish I Knew in My 40s

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2025/08/28

Welcome to another powerful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I'm laying out something I wish someone had handed to me decades ago: the real, unfiltered playbook to life—especially when it comes to money, work, health, and relationships. I’m Mel Abraham, and after 30+ years as a financial expert, entrepreneur, and mentor, I know that the harshest truths are the ones that ultimately set us free. And that’s what I’m putting on the table for you today. I’m sharing 40 harsh ...

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