Chasing Financial Freedom
If you're an entrepreneur, small business owner, or side hustler looking for new ways to make money, scale your business, or turn your side hustle into a business, we've got something for you. We'll be interviewing successful entrepreneurs who have turned their dreams into reality. We'll learn how they did it and what they wish they'd known before they started their businesses. Your host, Ryan DeMent, has unique insights built by 25 years of experience in the financial industry and several failed businesses. So if you're looking for new ways to make money, scale your business, or turn your side hustle into a business… then this podcast is for you!
Episodes
What banks aren’t telling you about DSCR loans... but I will.
Everyone says DSCR loans are the key to scaling your rental portfolio without wrecking your credit. But if you follow the wrong lender’s rules, you’ll end up overleveraged, stuck in a deal, and locked in just like a traditional loan.
In this episode, Ryan breaks down the DSCR loan pitfalls no one else is talking about:
W‑2 and DTI myths: it’s not just about income docum...
What if you could own 50+ rental properties—and your personal credit never took a hit?
Most investors hit a wall after 4 to 6 deals. Why? Because traditional banks kill your momentum with DTI limits and outdated rules.
In this episode of Chasing Financial Freedom, I’m breaking down the DSCR loan strategy—how to scale your real estate portfolio without compromising your credit or your values.
✅ Inside This Episode:
Why most inve...
Three days before closing, our house deal collapsed. One mistake, thousands gone, and a wave of financial pressure I didn’t see coming.
In this real and raw episode of Chasing Financial Freedom, I open up about what it’s like to hustle through heartbreak and what that pressure taught me about business, mindset, and faith. If you’re running a side hustle, growing a business, or just trying to breathe under the weight of it all, this ...
The habits you build in peace won’t always survive the storm. But the ones built under pressure? They can transform your life.
Feel like life’s testing you harder the more you try to succeed?
This episode is for every entrepreneur in the middle of a storm—facing setbacks, delays, and doubts—and wondering if it’s all worth it. Ryan shares a real-life business storm that nearly knocked him out and the mindset shift that’s changed every...
Feel like everything’s going wrong—even when you’re doing everything right? You’re not alone.
This one’s for every entrepreneur questioning their calling in the middle of chaos. Hit play—and take the challenge at the end.
This week on Chasing Financial Freedom, I’m opening up about a real storm I’m facing in my business right now. We’re talking setbacks, contractor issues, and the overwhelming weight of trying to do it all. But more ...
Are you stuck dreaming instead of doing? In this powerful episode of the Chasing Financial Freedom Podcast, host Ryan DeMent breaks down the difference between a wish and a win—and reveals 3 unbreakable rules every entrepreneur must follow to start gaining serious traction.
You’ll learn how to:
Turn a vague dream into a crystal-clear, deadline-driven goal
Eliminate distractions that are silently killing your momentum
Develop a winn...
Feeling stuck in the grind? Wondering where your passion went? You’re not alone—and you’re not done yet.
In this episode of the Chasing Financial Freedom Podcast, Ryan DeMent opens up about how he lost connection with the mission behind his business—and how he’s turning it all around.
Through raw reflection and powerful insights, Ryan breaks down 3 purpose-driven habits that every entrepreneur can use to reignite their mindset, resto...
Ever felt like everything’s swirling around you and there’s no way out? This week on Chasing Financial Freedom, I open up about what it’s like to be in the middle of a personal and professional storm—and how to anchor yourself when everything feels uncertain.
This isn’t just a conversation about mindset—it’s a roadmap through the chaos. You're not alone if you’re facing financial strain, business challenges, or emotional overwhelm. ...
Are you grinding so hard in your business that you've lost sight of your mission?
In this episode of Chasing Financial Freedom, I open up about a game-changing realization after what I call a “CFO meeting with the man upstairs.” Somewhere between chasing results and solving problem after problem, I lost focus on why I started this journey: to serve others and make a lasting impact.
Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or so...
What do you reach for when life hits you with a two-by-four—mentally, financially, emotionally? In this raw and real episode of the Chasing Financial Freedom Podcast, host Ryan DeMent pulls back the curtain on one of the most challenging weeks of his business journey and reveals the four habits helping him push forward when the pressure is on.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or like you’re carrying the world's weight on yo...
Are you stuck in the storm of anxiety, doubt, and overwhelm, trying to grow your business while holding it all together personally? In this week’s episode of the Chasing Financial Freedom Podcast, we get real about the inner battles entrepreneurs face when pressure builds and peace feels out of reach.
🎯 Whether you're navigating leadership, chasing a goal that feels just out of reach, or questioning if you'r...
Ever feel like you're carrying the weight of the world while trying to finish what you started?
In this episode of Chasing Financial Freedom, Ryan opens up about the highs, lows, and real-life lessons behind wrapping up a complex real estate project—and how four simple self-reflection practices helped him shift from survival mode to strategic growth.
If you’re a business owner, real estate investor, or entrep...
Feeling overwhelmed by challenges in business and life? You're not alone. In this raw and honest episode of the Chasing Financial Freedom Podcast, I explore what it really means to lead when you're running on empty, facing roadblocks, and questioning everything.
We’ve all hit those seasons where it feels like nothing is going right—deadlines are tight, communication breaks down, and the pressure feels endless...
When everything feels like it’s falling apart, what do you lean on—hope or faith?
In this raw and real episode of the Chasing Financial Freedom Podcast, we dive headfirst into the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship. From battling relentless setbacks to navigating high-stakes deadlines, I’m sharing the exact challenges I’ve been facing while trying to get a key project across the finish line.
But this episode is...
Ever feel like you're fighting an uphill battle with your to-do list? You're not alone.
The entrepreneurial journey demands more than just managing tasks—it requires leading them to completion with purpose and focus. Drawing from my experience managing properties 2,000 miles away, I've discovered that the difference between merely surviving and truly thriving comes down to how we approach our ...
In this episode of Chasing Financial Freedom, we dive deep into the reality of dealing with constant challenges as an entrepreneur. Life has a way of throwing unexpected roadblocks, and the key to pushing through is not just surviving, but thriving in the face of adversity. We’ll discuss how to embrace peace in the chaos and leverage your mindset to turn challenges into opportunities for growth.
If you’ve ever felt stu...
In this week's episode of Chasing Financial Freedom, we dive deep into the art of effective problem-solving and how it can revolutionize your entrepreneurial journey. As entrepreneurs, we often face roadblocks and challenges that seem impossible to overcome. But instead of pushing through these obstacles mindlessly, I’ll share how reflecting on your mistakes, learning from them, and making intentional changes can...
In today’s episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast, I’m diving deep into how small shifts in your daily routine can lead to massive improvements in your productivity, mindset, and business. Over the past week, I’ve been working hard to implement three key habits that have transformed my approach to each day—habits that have made me more focused, less anxious, and more successful in my personal and business life.
I kno...
Time is our most valuable asset, but too often, we let it slip away, distracted by endless meetings, multitasking, and the overwhelming pressure of checking off to-do lists. In this Chasing Financial Freedom Podcast episode, I dive deep into the core of productivity and share how you can break free from the time traps that hinder your success.
As entrepreneurs and leaders, we are constantly bombarded with tasks, but it...
In this week’s episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast, we're diving deep into how you can reset your mindset and accelerate your growth with three powerful strategies. This episode is for you if you've ever felt stuck or overwhelmed by past struggles or a lack of direction.
In our conversation, I opened up about my journey, where I've struggled with finding clarity and consistently focusing on my purpo...
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