Money, Mindset & Empowerment: How Ed Vargo Helps Women Take Control of Their Financial Future
In this powerful episode, Derek Dombeck sits down with Ed Vargo, a seasoned financial planner with over 25 years of experience, who shares how his life’s journey and family shaped his mission: helping women—especially those facing life transitions like divorce or widowhood—gain financial clarity, confidence, and control. They dive into the financial literacy gap, gender-specific money behaviors, and how to create a future where work becomes optional—not necessary.
From Tactical to Transformational: Real Estate, Conferences & Conversations
In this powerhouse episode, real estate mogul and entrepreneur Ashley Wilson joins Derek Dombeck for a candid, unscripted conversation that dives deep into multifamily real estate, the true value of in-person networking, and her mission to bring transparency and innovation to the conference world. Ashley unpacks her journey from clinical research to managing over $160M in real estate assets, co-founding Apartment Addicts, and launching the platform Conference Connect. The discussion also tackles the current multifamily market, negotiation dynamics, personal accountability, and the future of live events. Whether you’re a new investor, a seasoned operator, or someone passionate about personal growth—this episode hits on all cylinders.
Escape the 1031 Trap: Create Freedom with the Deferred Sales Trust
In this insightful episode of the Generations of Wealth Show, host Derek Dombeck welcomes Brett Swarts, founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions, to challenge the traditional 1031 exchange and unveil a more flexible, investor-friendly strategy: the Deferred Sales Trust (DST). Brett shares how DST empowers investors to defer capital gains taxes, diversify investments, and most importantly—reclaim their time and freedom.
Through powerful stories of clients who exchanged active property management for peace of mind and increased cash flow, Brett makes the case that building wealth should never come at the cost of your family or lifestyle. If you’ve built up significant equity and are looking for a better way out, this episode is your roadmap.
Unlocking Capital & Connections: The Power of Investor Attraction with Yakov Smart
In this episode of the Generations of Wealth Podcast, we sit down with Yakov Smart, a leading expert in investor attraction, to uncover the strategies that help real estate investors and entrepreneurs secure capital, build meaningful connections, and grow their businesses. Yakov shares his proven methods for leveraging LinkedIn and other platforms to attract high-net-worth investors without cold calls or outdated tactics.
The Secret to Building Tax-Free Wealth with 1031 Exchanges! (Avoid Costly Mistakes!)
In this episode of the Generations of Wealth Podcast, host Derek Dombek sits down with 1031 Exchange expert Dave Foster to uncover powerful wealth-building strategies that allow real estate investors to defer taxes and maximize profits legally.
Dave shares creative strategies, real-life case studies, and insider tips to help investors grow their real estate portfolio while keeping more money in their pockets. Whether you’re new to real estate or a seasoned investor, this episode is packed with game-changing insights!