Passion, Purpose, Vocation

Passion, Purpose, Vocation

As we wrap up our focus on the investments for Tricord Global and Social Impact, I wanted to start a new series on the blog all about Personal Development. Tricord and WealthBuilders were birthed out of my passion and purpose, and they became my vocation. I get to...
The Torn Notebook: What is Wealth?

The Torn Notebook: What is Wealth?

As you may know, investments are open for Tricord Global this month. This weekend I also hosted my annual Real Estate Mastery Workshop. All of this talk about building and creating wealth got me thinking about the definition. Last week, I posted a guest blog by our...
Prepare Yourself for Kingdom Impact

Prepare Yourself for Kingdom Impact

I’ve always had the conviction that it is important to give back to those less fortunate. This is why I started Tricord Global, but I didn’t want to just give a man a fish. I am passionate about teaching men and women to fish so that they can feed...
Establishing a Habit of Philanthropy

Establishing a Habit of Philanthropy

We live in a broken world. All around us are tragedies of violence, poverty, and death. I truly believe that part of our purpose here on Earth is to help the underserved. Afterall, Jesus calls us to be the salt and the light (Matthew 5:13-16) of the world. In my...
More Than Just a Pot | Relative Wealth

More Than Just a Pot | Relative Wealth

David Briggs is the co-founder of Tricord Global, and his heart for what we do shines through the stories he writes. I wanted to share another one with you today. He demonstrates in the story that wealth is relative. It causes me to reflect on the different things in...
Empowering Entrepreneurs Globally

Empowering Entrepreneurs Globally

People often ask me how Tricord Global works. I am incredibly passionate about this organization, so I thought I would break it down for you all here. What is Microfinance? Tricord Global is my nonprofit organization that provides microfinance loans to entrepreneurs...
How Vacation Properties Can Super Charge Your Portfolio

How Vacation Properties Can Super Charge Your Portfolio

Vacation properties are often overlooked when it comes to investing in real estate, but they are an incredibly useful asset. They can offer the investor a unique opportunity in real estate investing. My wife and I have invested in them over the years.  We scouted...
5 Ways to Become A Resilient Learner in Real Estate

5 Ways to Become A Resilient Learner in Real Estate

Being a resilient learner is key in developing Level 2 income, which we discussed on Monday. Most people, whether it comes to being business owners or real estate investors, have to learn how to become a problem solver. Several years ago I had bought a property, and I...
Income Levels for Real Estate Mastery

Income Levels for Real Estate Mastery

Some people think that all income is the same. You go to your job, earn a paycheck, pay your bills from that paycheck, and do it all again next month. I am here to change that perception. I believe that we were meant for more than just getting by. I believe that we...