https://youtu.be/arBiNCl7tJA “Get rich quick” is a fun phrase—but in real life, it usually skips the part that matters most: keeping what you build and turning it into a life you can actually enjoy. In this conversation, Laura, Jeremiah, and Randy unpack the difference between being rich (having money) and being wealthy (having stability, freedom, and … Watch

If it feels like the financial news cycle is louder than ever, you’re not imagining it. In this episode of Building Wealthy Habits, the hosts unpack the reality of financial noise and how constant headlines, hot takes, and market commentary can create information overload that leads to anxiety, hesitation, and poor decision-making.   They break … Watch

Net worth is simple to calculate, but it may be one of the most misleading measures of financial success. In this episode, the TriCord Advisors team explores why true wealth goes beyond assets minus liabilities and instead centers on financial freedom: the ability to control your time, choices, and opportunities without being driven by debt, … Watch

https://youtu.be/g35D9UuYIGQ Most entrepreneurs are wired for wealth creation—growth, momentum, and reinvesting back into the business. But eventually, the game changes. In this episode, we break down the critical transition from building wealth to protecting wealth—what we call wealth durability. We cover the mindset shift required to move from active income to passive income, why concentration … Watch

In this episode, Laura and Jeremiah Lee break down semi-liquid investments: What they are, why people buy them, and where investors get surprised. Using a SWOT analysis, they walk through the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of investments that can be accessed, but often only with restrictions, delays, or a loss of value. You’ll hear … Watch

In today’s episode, Laura and Jeremiah Lee break down what’s really driving market uncertainty right now—and why seeing wealthy investors “step back” can mess with your confidence if you’re not anchored to a plan. They talk through the danger of chasing headlines, the reality that the economy moves in cycles, and why trying to time … Watch

https://youtu.be/Ep8DNjV1Zt8 Risk is everywhere in investing — valuations, geopolitics, inflation, even currency moves. In this episode, Jeremiah Lee and Randy Barkley break down the most common “yellow flags” investors face and explain how to respond without letting emotions drive the decision. You’ll learn why market corrections are normal, why trying to time the market usually … Watch

What does “fiduciary” actually mean—and is it enough to protect your long-term plan? In this episode, we break down the fiduciary role, why transparency matters, and why many people eventually need more than an advisor who simply “babysits” their money. As your life gets more complex—taxes, estate planning, investments, business income, retirement distribution strategy—you need … Watch

In episode 98 of Building Wealthy Habits, hosts Laura, Randy and Jeremiah discuss the signs that indicate when individuals and business owners have outgrown their financial teams, including their financial advisors, CPAs, and attorneys. They emphasize the importance of recognizing the need for change as financial situations become more complex and the necessity of having … Watch

As tax season looms, there is one thing most people are thinking about: Keeping the IRS out of their pockets! That’s why this week Randy Barkley and Jeremiah & Laura Lee break down what really happens—tax-wise—when you inherit money, investments, and other assets. They walk through step-up in basis for stocks and real estate, why … Watch