Summary:In this episode, I explore the question many homeowners face: should you pay off your mortgage early? It’s tempting to be mortgage-free, but I look at both the pros and cons before jumping in.On the pro side, paying it off brings freedom from monthly payments, saves thousands in interest, builds equity, and gives you emotional peace of mind. That feeling of truly owning your home can’t be underestimated.But there are cons too. You could miss out on higher returns by investing your money

This week we reflect on what it really means to invest in your team—beyond payroll, bonuses, or budgets. From traveling for competitions to origin trips and team dinners, we talk about how creating experiences, connection, and shared memories pays dividends that can’t be measured on a spreadsheet. Investing in people isn’t just money out; it’s energy in, the kind that builds culture, loyalty, and long-term impact.At its core, this episode is about the ripple effect of care. When you show people

Send us a text This episode provides a financial overview of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT), a major manufacturer of equipment for the construction and mining industries, detailing its strong third-quarter earnings for 2025. Following the positive results, which included a 10% increase in sales and revenues to $17.64 billion, Truist Financial raised its price target for Caterpillar to $729, suggesting a significant potential increase from its current trading price of around $585. Although the c...

FRIENDS AND ENEMIESA special Canadian Bitcoin Conference rip with friends of the show Business Cat and Fundamentals, recorded at one of the worst Air BnB listings on the planet. We had a great chat on family, Bitcoin, and finding your tribe.Join us for some QUALITY Bitcoin and economics talk, with a Canadian focus, every Monday at 7 PM EST.   From a couple of Canucks who like to talk about how Bitcoin will impact Canada. As always, none of the info is financial advice. Website:

Earnings are heating up and there’s a lot to talk about.00:00 V earnings06:42 CAT earnings11:02 FI earnings19:08 META earnings31:38 GOOGL earnings39:53 MSFT earnings✅ Sign up for my free newsletter for weekly analysis that doesn't make it to a video! https://stockbytes.io/edge

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1411. The market is navigating extreme volatility and selection following a Fed rate cut and divergent megacap tech earnings. While Nvidia surged to a $5 trillion valuation, confirming the intense concentration in AI growth, stocks like Meta plunged on guidance concerns. Recommendations focus on maintaining selective AI exposure (QQQ) while balancing risk with cyclical value (VTI, CAT) and defensive fixed income (BND) amid confirmed Fed

Kevin Green joins Jenny Horne to begin the week after equity markets dropped in dramatic fashion on Friday. KG says this morning's move could be a "dead cat bounce" until there is any breakout above upside resistance. He discusses the rally taking place in materials stocks as uncertainty mounts between U.S. and China trade relations, especially regarding rare earth minerals and semiconductors. KG dissects current technical trends for equities and commodities, and provides his road map

Interestingly, gold and Bitcoin (BTC-USD) have decoupled, with gold actually outperforming Bitcoin. So, how should investors think about their asset allocation moving forward? Today's Stocks & Topics: Vistagen Therapeutics, Inc. (VTGN), iShares MSCI Brazil ETF (EWZ), Market Wrap, What's Behind the Incredible Gold rally?, Cash Management, Tencent Holdings Limited (TCEHY), Luxury Goods, Baker Hughes Company (BKR), Caterpillar Inc. (CAT), Eaton Corporation plc (ETN), Monday.com Ltd. (MNDY),

market-moving events. The spotlight is on tech with earnings from heavyweights like Microsoft, Google, Meta, and ServiceNow set to hit after the bell. The Fed announcement and Chair Powell’s press conference are front and center today, followed by U.S.–China trade talks at tomorrow’s APEC Summit. Markets are leaning into a positive narrative—particularly across the tech sector—while energy, healthcare, and materials trail behind. We’ll break down the earnings movers, from CAT and GE Healthcare to

Summary:In this episode, I discuss how to get out of credit card debt without feeling overwhelmed. If you're juggling high-interest balances or just feeling stuck, I break down the process into manageable steps to help you move forward with confidence.Here’s what I recommend:1. Start by assessing your situationList all credit card balances, interest rates, and minimum payments. Review your recent spending to understand how the debt built up.2. Create a plan and set a goalChoose a realistic

Forget interest rates—watch the Fed's balance sheet. Plus, Big Tech earnings… Nvidia's (NVDA) dominance… Apple's (AAPL) upside… What Caterpillar's (CAT) results say about tariffs… Amazon's (AMZN) layoffs… And the AI bubble debate. In this episode: Is the NBA fixed? [1:58] Forget interest rates—watch the Fed's balance sheet [7:52] Big Tech reports earnings this week: Key metrics to watch [13:05] The “secret sauce” to Nvidia's AI dominance [16:35] Is Apple going to $300 per share? [24:37] What

What if one “smelly” condo became the springboard to financial independence, luxury short-term rentals, and a reverse 1031 into a waterfront Arizona home? In this Invest2FI episode, Craig is with Maui-based investor and former firefighter Mike Neubauer about turning creative strategy into real results. You’ll hear how Mike and his wife Caroline targeted hotel-zoned lockout condos on Maui, bought a $540,000 fixer that “smelled like cat urine,” DIY-renovated on a tight deadline, and optimized p...

What if reality is not what it seems? In Helgoland, physicist Carlo Rovelli takes us deep into the fascinating world of quantum physics, exploring uncertainty, superposition, entanglement, and the relational nature of reality.This review will guide you through the key ideas of Rovelli’s book, from Heisenberg’s breakthrough on a small island in the North Sea, to the philosophical implications that challenge how we think about existence itself.If you’ve ever wondered about Schrödinger’s cat, the

Submit your stock picks here: ausbiz.co/callpicksMark Moreland from value3 and Mark Gardner from MPC Markets go in-depth and stock specific on ‘the call.’Wells Fargo (WFC)Tesla (TSLA)Samsung (KRX: 005930)Halma (LSE: HLMA)Caterpillar (NYSE: CAT)Home Depot (NYSE: HD)Costco (NASDAQ: COST)L'Oreal (EPA: OR)Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD)Qualys (NASDAQ:QLYS)Stock of the day: Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) to listen go to https://ausbiz.co/STODGet your stock pick to the front of the queue by becoming an

In our latest episode of the Wealth & Wellness Brilliant Podcast, we uncover the real foundation of successful franchising — it’s not about how fast you grow, but how strong your systems, leadership, and culture are. 💡Learn why some franchises fail despite big investments, and how sustainable growth strategies create long-term success for both franchisors and franchisees.

TODAY’S TOP BUSINESSES Established Commercial Property Management SaaS A SaaS company specializing in retail real estate management software used by shopping centers and property owners to manage tenant communications, operations, and customer engagement. Revenue is generated via a subscription model. Key Metrics: 17 years, $2.07M annual revenue, 99.58% retention rate View Business > Multi-channel Hydrogen Bottle Business A 5-year old business selling premium hydrogen-generating water ...

Ever feel like taking financial risks isn’t for people like us.. especially if you're the first in your family to build wealth?In this episode, I sit down with business coach and real estate investor Cat Del Carmen for an honest conversation about risk, regret, and wealth building as a first gen Latina. Cat shares the exact mindset that helped her go from watching her mom struggle financially to flipping a fixer-upper and selling it for $1.3M, all while building a multiple six-figure

TODAY’S TOP BUSINESSES Trusted Background Verification SaaS A SaaS business offering biometric verification and background screening services. This automated 24/7 service runs year-round with minimal manual intervention. Key Metrics: 5 years, $1.06M annual revenue, 34% profit margin View Business > Viral Cat Brand & Shopify Store Direct-to-consumer dropshipping business powered by organic content strategy. Has 2M social media followers. Key Metrics: $441K annual revenue, $48 AOV,...

In this full episode, we dive deep with Taylor Galvin, exploring her journey as a content creator, real estate professional, interior designer, and advocate for mental health all while being a proud cat mom. Taylor shares her insights on building an authentic personal brand, balancing multiple passions, and maintaining mental wellness in a busy lifestyle. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✨ How Tayla thrives in real estate, interior design, and content creation ✨ Strategies for growing an authentic