Building Your Money Machine

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...

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 ...

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 do...

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 wealt...

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 ...

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...

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 t...

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—f...

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 epi...

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 ...

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 p...

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...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

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 financ...

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...

Welcome to a special episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show. Today, I’m sharing something truly unique—a live keynote session I delivered to a room full of high-achieving entrepreneurs, each of whom invested over $10,000 to be there. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to build your Financial Freedom Engine, step-by-step, so your money works harder for you than you ever did for it.

Let’s be real: true financial ...

Welcome to another great episode of the Building Your Money Machine Show! If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the right things—saving, hustling, even dabbling in investing—but still not seeing your wealth build the way you’d hoped, you are absolutely not alone. Today, I’m flipping the script and sharing the eight habits you need to stop if you want to quietly and effectively build lasting wealth. Trust me, these aren’t the ty...