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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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18:41

When You Have $1M Dollars, Tell No One. Here's Why...

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/03/30

Welcome to another real-talk episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on a topic that nobody tells you about: what really happens when you hit that magic number — $1 million. Spoiler alert: It doesn’t make you free, and if you start flashing it around, you might be setting yourself up for financial stress instead of peace. I've spent decades as a CPA, entrepreneur, and money mentor, and trust me—lifestyle creep, pressure, and income myths take more ...

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24:00

You Can Predict Someone’s Wealth by How Far Ahead...

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/03/26

Welcome to another unfiltered episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, we’re cracking open a truth bomb: you can predict someone’s wealth by how far ahead they plan. Sounds edgy, but after 30+ years as a CPA, entrepreneur, and money mentor—trust me, I’ve seen it all. If you’ve ever hustled hard and still felt stuck, you’re not crazy… you’re just human. Most people aren’t “bad with money”—they’re playing too short-term. In this episode, I’m breaking down the “ladder of planning ...

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24:32

What Every Level of Wealth ACTUALLY Feels Like

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/03/23

Welcome to another real-talk episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! I’m cutting through the Instagram gloss to break down what every level of wealth ACTUALLY feels like—not what it looks like, but the true emotions, stress, and choices that come with rising up the wealth ladder. After 30+ years as a CPA, entrepreneur, and someone who’s felt everything from survival-mode panic to the privilege (and pressure) of generational wealth, I’m laying out the raw stages of money mastery. I’ll...

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24:44

7 Signs Someone is Fake Rich

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/03/19

Welcome to another eye-opening episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m breaking down the 7 signs that someone is “fake rich” — and why it’s so easy to unintentionally build a life that looks impressive on the outside, yet feels financially fragile underneath. From my decades as a CPA and money mentor, I’ve seen the same costly patterns repeat again and again, and I’m here to help you avoid them. We’re not judging anyone; the goal is to help you identify the sneaky habits t...

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28:58

The Psychology of Families Who Stay Rich For Generations

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/03/16

Welcome to another impactful episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! In this episode, I pull back the curtain on a topic that’s rarely talked about honestly...the psychology of families who stay rich for generations. Did you know that 70% of inherited wealth is gone by the second generation, and a stunning 90% by the third? It’s not a market issue or an investing failure...it’s a human problem. I'm sharing lessons from over three decades as a CPA, money mentor, and entrepreneur, plus...

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24:43

Rich People Don’t Buy Luxury...They Buy These 8 Things

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2026/03/12

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! This time, I’m peeling back the curtain on what rich people really buy - and it’s not flashy cars or designer labels. If you think luxury means freedom, think again. I’m sharing the eight surprising things wealthy people invest in instead, and how these moves can quietly sabotage - or skyrocket your financial future. I’ll break down why status symbols trap most people, while real wealth-builders focus on creating leverage and...

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26:49

Every Financial Trap Middle Class People Fall Into...

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/03/09

Welcome to the Building Your Money Machine Show, where we strip away the myths and breakdown the real traps that keep hardworking, smart people stuck in the middle class—just like I was at one point. In this episode, I’m exposing the sneaky financial pitfalls designed to hold you back, and revealing exactly how to break free and build a life of true choice and freedom. I’ve spent over 30 years as a CPA, entrepreneur, and money mentor—and I’ve seen firsthand what keeps people spinning their wh...

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22:14

Ranking Every Asset Class in a Financial Crisis

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2026/03/05

Today, I’m tackling a question that keeps a lot of people up at night: What assets actually hold their value if we ever face a currency reset—and why? If your whole financial plan depends on the dollar behaving forever, you may need to rethink your strategy. I’m here to help you understand how currency changes work, how to filter assets for real resilience, and why chasing shiny objects isn’t the way to build lasting freedom. I break down the true role of money, explain how inflation, printin...

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23:38

I'm Politely Begging You To Get Good with Money

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/03/02

Ever feel like money is controlling more of your life than you’d like? You’re not alone—and today, I’m politely begging you to get good with money, starting now! In this episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show, I break down the exact reasons why time matters more than effort when building wealth, and how waiting just 10 years to invest can literally cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars. With insights from over 30 years as a CPA, entrepreneur, and money mentor (plus my own experie...

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24:25

10 Frugal Spending Habits That Will Save You Serious...

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/02/26

Today, I'm pulling back the curtain on the 10 frugal spending habits that can save you serious money in 2026 and beyond. If you think frugality is all about sacrifice or living like a miser, think again. This episode is about reclaiming control...making sure your hard-earned dollars aren't quietly leaving your life without your permission. These habits aren’t about being cheap, depriving yourself of fun, or sucking the joy out of your life. They’re about making intentional moves that help you...

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25:15

The Psychology of People Who Grew Up Poor

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2026/02/23

In this episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show, I dive into the psychology behind people who grew up poor and why simply earning more doesn’t fix financial stress. If you’ve ever felt poor, even when the income is coming in, you’re not alone. I get real about how your upbringing, conditioning, and even the emotional experiences around money shape your money mindset. You’ll find out why money sometimes feels like a threat, why the anxiety lingers no matter your bank balance, and...

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21:37

9 SIGNS You’re Secretly Getting RICH Even if You...

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2026/02/19

In today’s episode, I break down the 9 signs you’re secretly getting rich—even if you don’t feel it yet. I know this topic will challenge so many of the common beliefs out there about what wealth really looks and feels like-because real wealth is rarely loud, flashy, or celebrated. Most of the time, it’s actually…quiet. And often, it doesn’t even feel like you’re making progress. Whether you’re just starting your wealth journey or you’re well on your path, this episode will help you recognize...

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23:04

When Does Investment Income Finally Beat Your Day Job?

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2026/02/16

In this episode, I share the insight that changed my own life and financial journey. After decades as a CPA, entrepreneur, and money mentor, I know the sting of missing the moment when your financial engine takes over. I break down why investment income doesn’t grow linearly, why effort eventually loses to math, and how following a proven system—rather than hustling or hoping—will change the game entirely. We dive into the four gateways to financial freedom—financial stability, security, inde...

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21:49

Why wealth EXPLODES after owning 1 rental property......

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/02/12

Here’s what you’ll walk away with: a clear understanding of how owning a rental property—structured properly—becomes one of the most powerful wealth-building tools available. I cut through the confusion, myths, and “magic” sometimes associated with real estate and reveal where most people get things disastrously wrong. Real estate is math, not magic. We’ll walk through a simple, real-world example: a $500,000 rental property with 20% down. I show you how each wealth engine works together—cash...

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24:54

How To Invest In Alternative Asset Classes (Like Gold...

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/02/09

Today, I’m breaking down how to invest in alternative asset classes like gold and silver—and more importantly, how to think about them the right way, so they actually support your wealth instead of quietly sabotaging it. I get it: there’s a lot of hype (and confusion) around alternative assets, and it’s easy to feel like you’re missing out or behind. Whether you’ve wondered if now’s the time to buy gold, if silver is a “cheaper” alternative, or if jumping into private deals is the next smart ...

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31:27

The Japanese Philosophy That Made Me Rich

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2026/02/05

Today, I’m sharing the Japanese philosophy that fundamentally changed my approach to wealth—and ultimately, made me rich. If you’ve ever felt that your financial life is fragile, like a single surprise could wipe it all out, you’re not alone. In this episode, I take you back to my days living and training in Japan under a 17th-generation samurai lineage. What I learned there—through martial arts and a razor-sharp test of survival—revealed a powerful framework for building real-world fin...

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24:53

You'll Never Feel Rich, Here's Why

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/02/02

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m shining a spotlight on a reality most people don’t want to talk about: the fact that earning more money doesn’t automatically make you feel rich or free. In fact, more than half of households making over $100,000 a year are still living paycheck to paycheck. If you’ve ever wondered why hitting a higher income doesn’t bring lasting peace or satisfaction—and sometimes even leads to more anxiety—this...

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24:34

The Real Number That Predicts Your Wealth (It's Not...

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/01/29

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. In this episode, I’m tackling one of the biggest misconceptions in personal finance: that net worth is the best predictor of wealth and financial freedom. Spoiler alert—it isn’t. I’m breaking down why net worth alone is an incomplete metric, why so many people with high net worth still feel financially stressed, and, most importantly, the real number you need to focus on to create the life and freedom you tr...

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27:33

9 Subtle Behaviors That Quietly Signal You're Upper...

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/01/26

Welcome to another episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on a topic that goes far beyond just dollars in the bank. We’re talking about 9 subtle behaviors that quietly signal you’re upper class — and I promise, this isn’t about how much money you have or what you drive. It’s about how you show up in life, how you move with calm, confidence, and control, even when the world feels rushed, chaotic, or loud. After 30+ years as a CPA and money mentor, ...

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23:41

The Psychology of People Who Have $1M Net Worth

Building Your Money Machine ·

2026/01/22

Welcome to another power-packed episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on what truly separates those who actually cross the million-dollar net worth line from those who just spin their wheels — and believe me, it’s not about being smarter, more motivated, or waking up at 4:17am to meditate. It’s all about mastering the psychology around money. As someone who’s spent over 30 years as a CPA and money mentor, I’ve seen the same patterns play out agai...

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