Episode 55: What Trump’s 401(k) Executive Order Means for Real Estate Investors and Money Lenders

What if the government just opened the door for your retirement savings to fund private companies, crypto, and real estate? Sounds exciting, but also risky. Trump’s recent 401(k) executive order could reshape where trillions of retirement dollars are invested and not always in ways that benefit you.

In this episode, Rich Lennon breaks down exactly what this order means, the opportunities it creates, and the potential traps Wall Street hopes you’ll overlook. By the end, you’ll know how to protect your money, make more brilliant moves, and avoid being swept up in the hype. 

You’ll Learn How To:

• Understand Trump's new 401(k) executive order and its significance.
• Recognize the dangers and expenses buried in private equity transactions.
• Learn why real estate-backed loans can be a safer option.
• Take measures to give yourself more control over your retirement finances.
• Avoid typical traps that send your money to Wall Street.

Who This Episode Is For:

• W-2 employees with 401(k) accounts who wish to safeguard and develop them responsibly.
• Real estate investors are looking to secure their retirement assets.
• Money lenders are looking to grasp new investing laws and hazards better.

Why You Should Listen:
This isn’t just about one executive order; it’s about how policy shifts can quietly redirect your retirement dollars into high-fee, high-risk investments. By understanding the mechanics and alternatives, you can make choices that keep you in control, safeguard your capital, and maximize your returns without gambling your future.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
[00:00] Why Trump’s new 401(k) executive order caught my attention.
[01:00] The three new asset classes being considered.
[02:00] How private equity works and why it’s riskier than it looks.
[04:00] The fee structures Wall Street loves, and how they eat into your returns.
[05:00] Why lending to companies is riskier than lending on real estate.
[06:00] How self-directed 401(k)s and IRAs can already give you more control.
[07:00] The security real estate lending offers compared to private equity.
[08:00] Where to learn more and access the Smarter Wealth Blueprint.

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