Episode Summary
In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim Melanson sits down with Lane Kawaoka, CEO of The Wealth Elevator, to unpack what wealthy investors do differently and why most traditional financial advice falls short. Lane shares his journey from engineering to full-time investing, explains how cash-flow real estate changed his trajectory, and breaks down the mindset shifts required as your net worth grows.
This conversation digs into accredited investing, alternative assets, and why unlearning common money rules is often the key to long-term financial freedom.
Who is Lane Kawaoka?
Lane Kawaoka is the CEO of The Wealth Elevator, an experienced real estate investor, author, and podcast host who helps high-income professionals and entrepreneurs grow wealth through cash-flow real estate, private equity, and alternative investment strategies. After leaving his engineering career in 2018, Lane built a business centered on education, community, and smarter investing for accredited investors.
He is also the author of The Wealth Elevator, where he outlines different "floors" of wealth-building strategies based on net worth and financial stage.
Connect with Lane Kawaoka
Website: https://thewealthelevator.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lanekawaoka/
Email (General): team@thewealthelevator.com
Email (Accredited Investors): lane@thewealthelevator.com
Host Contact Details
Website: https://workathomerockstar.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast
X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar
Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:29 Lane's Journey from Engineer to Real Estate Investor
03:12 Challenges and Lessons Learned
06:11 Networking and Building Wealth
11:05 The Wealth Elevator and Investment Strategies
14:35 Community and Networking Insights
22:17 Cash Flow and Real Estate Investing
25:07 Conclusion and Contact Information
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