Is Your Income Prepping for Retirement? with Pascal Wagner

Discover Passive Income Strategies With Pascal Wagner | Financial Freedom Podcast

Join Emma and guest Pascal Wagner as they dive into the world of passive income and financial freedom! Pascal shares his extensive background in venture capital, real estate, and passive income investments, offering valuable insights and strategies for those looking to achieve financial independence. From cash flow management to tax mitigation strategies and the importance of due diligence, this episode is packed with information to help you on your financial journey. Learn how to make smarter investment choices, safeguard your wealth, and ultimately free up your time to focus on what matters most to you. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation!

Bio:
Pascal Wagner is a former venture capitalist turned passive investor who built a $250K+/year portfolio through 30+ investments. As a VC at Techstars, he deployed $150M into 300+ companies, where he learned how top financial institutions analyze deals, manage risk, and make smart investment decisions—skills he now uses to help others build wealth.
Today, he educates 200K+ investors monthly as a host on the Best Ever CRE Podcast network, sharing strategies to create six-figure passive income portfolios through real estate and alternative investments. His approach helps investors build a financial roadmap, evaluate deals, and access pre-vetted institutional-grade opportunities to accelerate their path to financial freedom.

Connect with Pascal Wagner:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pascalwagner/

Connect with Emma:
https://InvestWithEmma.com
https://Highrise.group

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:04 Pascal's Background and Venture Capital Experience
01:43 Personal Story: Managing Family Inheritance
03:31 Real Estate Photography and Early Career
04:57 Challenges and Realities of Real Estate Investing
06:07 Understanding Passive Income and Investment Strategies
08:29 Navigating Legalities and Market Trends in Real Estate
11:21 Evaluating Investment Opportunities and Strategies
17:27 Adapting Investment Strategies Over Time
20:22 Balancing Cash Flow and High-Risk Investments
21:10 Lifestyle Business and Financial Freedom
22:13 The Role of Cash Flow in Financial Independence
24:36 Calculating Cash Flow for a Middle-Class Lifestyle
26:00 Tax Mitigation Strategies for Investors
27:04 Depreciation and Asset Classes
36:47 Institutional Funds vs. Mom and Pop Syndicators
40:26 Connecting with Pascal Wagner
41:31 Conclusion and Contact Information