Episode 02: 5 Reasons Your Real Estate Books Are a Disaster (And How to Fix Each One)
If you don’t have books or financial statements, that’s a big problem. No records usually means your books are a mess, and it’s time to fix it.For today's episode, Marcus Crigler breaks down the five biggest red flags that show your books are in trouble. From missing reports to inconsistent categorization, he shares real examples and practical steps to clean things up so you can run your business with confidence.You’ll Learn How To:Spot the five warning signs your books are a messCatch costly errors before they drain your profitsMake your financial statements clear and easy to understandStay on top of reports that guide better decisionsWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(01:25) “I don’t care if my book is a mess.”(01:57) Why good books and records matter(03:42) Red flag #1: No books or financial statements(04:20) What a financial statement actually is(05:03) When your bank account doesn’t match your books(06:10) The risk of falling behind on reports(07:15) How inconsistent categorization creates problems(08:17) Unknown accounts and balances(09:43) Recap of all five red flags to watch for(10:20) Why you need a real estate-focused accountantWho This Episode is For:Real estate entrepreneurs without clean booksInvestors who want to avoid expensive mistakesBusiness owners tired of late or inaccurate reportsAnyone who wants to turn messy numbers into clarityWhy You Should Listen:If you’ve ever doubted your books or ignored them completely, this episode is your wake-up call. Marcus shows you what’s broken, why it matters, and how to fix it before it costs you money.Connect with Marcus Crigler:Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler
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Episode 01: Why Working Harder Won’t Make You Wealthy (The 4-Stage Framework That Will)
Most entrepreneurs believe that hustling harder is the path to wealth. The truth? Hard work alone won’t make you financially free. Without the right framework, you’ll stay stuck in the cycle of hustle and stress no matter how many deals you close.In this episode, Marcus Crigler breaks down the Wealth Framework he developed after a decade of working with real estate entrepreneurs. Listen as this simple but powerful 4-stage process shows you where you are right now in your wealth journey, what’s holding you back, and how to move forward without wasting years in survival mode. Enjoy the show!You’ll Learn How To:Identify which phase of the wealth framework you are in right nowAvoid the trap of skipping the “secure” phaseBuild cash reserves and manage riskExpand strategically without burning out or losing controlWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(01:13) The Wealth Framework(01:56) Reason why people fail in real estate(04:33) First phase of The Wealth Framework: Hustle(05:45) Second phase: Secure(06:44) What you need to be doing in the "secure" phase (07:20) Security is all about risk management(08:25) Fixed expense defined(08:57) How much cash do you really need in the secure phase(10:43) Understanding more of your business at the secure phase(12:04) Moving to the expansion phase(14:00) Stay as simple as possible within the risk parameters(15:41) What “exit” really means for real estate entrepreneursWho This Episode is For:Real estate entrepreneurs who are tired of grinding without seeing real wealthBusiness owners who are stuck in hustle mode with no clear way outInvestors ready to scale but unsure how to do it safelyAnyone who wants to stop working harder and start building smarterWhy You Should Listen:If you’ve been stuck hustling and hoping that more deals will fix your problems, in this episode, Marcus reveals the exact wealth framework he uses with clients to shorten the path to financial freedom by years.Connect with Marcus Crigler:Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler
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Why This Podcast Exists – The Truth About Real Estate Wealth No One Tells You with Marcus Crigler
A lot of real estate entrepreneurs are making money but still feel broke. Deals are closing, revenue looks strong, yet the stress never goes away, and the bank account always feels empty.In this teaser episode, host Marcus Crigler, CPA, CFO, and founder of Beck CFO & CPA, pulls back the curtain on why so many real estate entrepreneurs stay stuck in survival mode and what to do about it. He reveals why mastering your numbers is the foundation of financial freedom, and how this podcast will help you turn your real estate business into a true wealth-building machine.You’ll Learn How To:Avoid the survival trap that keeps most real estate investors brokeBuild financial clarity and control with the right strategiesTurn your real estate business into a freedom-building machineWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(00:33) The real issue: how you use money, not how much you make(00:41) Why this podcast exists and who it’s for(01:27) The real reason most investors stay broke despite big revenue(02:09) The alternative story: financial liberation, impact, and legacy(02:33) Stop the hustle, master your money, and fund your freedomWho This Episode is For:Real estate entrepreneurs who are tired of living deal by dealBusiness owners who make money but never feel financially secureInvestors who want to finally understand where their money is goingAnyone who wants to create true wealthWhy You Should Listen:If you’ve ever felt stuck in the same cycle, working harder, making money, yet never feeling financially free, this episode is your starting point!
Strength in Numbers with Marcus Crigler is the #1 podcast for real estate entrepreneurs who make good money but struggle with cash flow, tax planning, and building real wealth. If you're tired of living deal to deal, wondering where your money goes, and paying too much in taxes, this show will transform how you manage your real estate business finances.Host Marcus Crigler, CEO of BEC CFO Services, helps real estate investors escape financial stress by implementing proven wealth-building systems, advanced tax strategies, and cash flow management techniques that turn chaotic finances into predictable profit machines.Real estate wholesalers, fix and flip investors, and rental property owners making six or seven figures but still living paycheck to paycheck will discover how to stop constantly chasing the next deal. If you're overwhelmed by bookkeeping, financial management, and paying massive tax bills without knowing how to reduce them legally, you're ready to stop surviving and start building generational wealth.Every episode delivers actionable strategies on real estate tax planning, business cash flow optimization, wealth building for entrepreneurs, and financial systems that create freedom. Learn real estate tax deductions, legal tax avoidance strategies, cash flow forecasting, business budgeting for real estate investors, profit and loss analysis, entity structuring for tax benefits, and wealth building strategies beyond closing deals.Most real estate entrepreneurs focus on deal flow but ignore money flow. They hire accountants who only file taxes instead of providing proactive tax planning. Marcus shows you how to keep more of what you make, reduce your tax burden legally, and create financial systems that work whether you close one deal or ten deals per month.Listen to case studies of real estate investors who've saved $50K+ in taxes annually, built seven-figure net worth, and achieved financial freedom. Learn from entrepreneurs who've transformed their businesses from cash-hungry operations into wealth-generating machines.This isn't just spreadsheets and tax codes. It's about creating a real estate business that supports your lifestyle, reduces financial stress, and builds lasting wealth. Marcus addresses the mindset shifts, business systems, and financial habits that separate successful real estate entrepreneurs from those stuck in survival mode.If you like The BiggerPockets Money Podcast, Money Rahab with Nicole Lapin, The Dave Ramsey Show, or The Rich Dad Radio Show, you'll love Strength in Numbers.Subscribe now and join thousands of real estate professionals who've discovered that true wealth doesn’t come from closing more deals, but from keeping more of what you make. Stop living deal to deal. Start building wealth that lasts.
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