Mechanics of Money
Stop saving. Start allocating.
Mechanics of Money is the technical manual for high-net-worth individuals moving from "High Earner" to "Sophisticated Allocator."
Hosted by Sam Silverman (Silverman Capital), this show strips away the "get rich quick" hype to focus on the operational and financial mechanics of wealth preservation. We sit down with founders, fund managers, and tax strategists managing billions in assets to decode exactly how the ultra-wealthy structure their capital.
We cover:
• Private Markets: Deep dives into Multifamily Syndications, Private Credit, and PE.
• Tax Strategy: Advanced frameworks like 1031 Exchanges, Bonus Depreciation, and Opportunity Zones.
• Risk Management: How to vet operators and protect your downside.
Whether you are looking to place your first $50k into a syndication or managing an 8-figure family office, we provide the blueprint.
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Episodes
93 episodes
Preferred Returns Explained: How Private Equity Waterfalls Actually Work
An 8% preferred return is not an 8% yield. It is not a coupon you clip, and it is certainly not a guarantee. In this episode of Mechanics of Money, Sam Silverman demystifies the most misunderstood number in private equity: the Prefe...
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Episode 4
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8:55
Earning Illiquidity: A Guide to Portfolio Construction & Asymmetric Bets
Wealth preservation at the $1M to $10M level isn't about finding the next unicorn; it's about structural discipline. In this solo episode, Sam Silverman dismantles the "Portfolio Paradox", the stress of having high net worth but low liquidity, ...
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Episode 3
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9:28
Private Equity Roll-Up Strategy: Multiple Arbitrage in Fragmented Markets
Generating alpha in "boring" businesses often outperforms chasing the latest tech trend. In this solo episode of Mechanics of Money, Sam Silverman breaks down the Private Equity Roll-Up Strategy, specifically how consolidat...
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Episode 2
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16:23
Inside A $900M Multifamily Business: Investors, Tax & Strategy (w/ Rob Beardsley)
Scaling a real estate portfolio to nearly $1 Billion requires more than just good deal flow; it requires a mastery of tax strategy, investor relations, and operational systems.In this premiere episode of Mechanics of Money, Sam ...
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Episode 1
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36:21
"Nobody Knows What They're Doing": Her Secret to 2X-ing a Business | Alison Bertin
It's the fear that stops most. But what if the secret is just doing it? The Freedom Framework Show kicks off with Alison Bertin's bold take: "Nobody knows what they're doing... Are you willing to take the risk?" This exact mindset fuel...
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Episode 29
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36:28
No Ads, All Hustle: Paul Rinaldi on Scaling Freedom Gorilla to $5M+ in Firearms Optics via Reddit
What happens when mainstream ad platforms say "NO" to your business? You get creative, you get strategic, and if you're Paul Rinaldi, co-founder of Freedom Gorilla, you build a $5 MILLION+ annual revenue e-commerce powerhouse in a "too hot to t...
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Episode 28
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43:56
What I Learned from Leaving Apple and Rivian to Become a CEO | Tyler Nuss
Ever dream of leaving a high-profile corporate job at a company like Apple or Rivian, but fear the financial step back? Tyler Nuss, former tech supply chain professional and now CEO of Polaris Energy Services, not only made the leap into the ag...
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Episode 27
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37:45
How Mike Gadsby Built a $5.5M Company Working 2 Hours a Day
What if the secret to building a $5.5M business was... working LESS?Mike Gadsby only works from 5-7am before "vanishing" from his own company. No joke.In this episode, the O3 co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer reveals ...
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Episode 26
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29:29
How $5 Logos Fueled a $10K/Hour Mindset & Why Sales Is Your ONLY Escape | Alex Khassa
From selling $5 Fiverr logos as a 12-year-old in Morocco to building and selling a 7-figure agency in just one year, Alex Khassa shares his remarkable entrepreneurial journey. In this episode, Alex reveals why he willingly pays $10,...
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Episode 25
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37:59
How Matt Linder Built a $40M "No Burnout" Agency by Firing Bad Clients
Is it possible to build a thriving $40 million agency WITHOUT the soul-crushing burnout and toxic client drama that plagues the industry? How do you scale a service business while fiercely protecting your team's well-being and your own lifestyl...
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Episode 24
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33:12
David Groechel: Building a $15M Lean AI Ecommerce Biz (1 Employee!)
How do you build a multi-million dollar e-commerce business with just one employee? Is it possible to escape the corporate grind without raising venture capital or hiring a huge team?On this episode of The Freedom Framework Show, host Sa...
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Episode 23
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34:32
$0 Cash Down on a $20M Company: Mitch Petracca's Masterclass in Deal Structuring
Ever dream of acquiring a multi-million dollar company without reaching into your own pocket? Mitch Petracca did just that, closing a $20M deal with $6M EBITDA using ZERO personal cash.In this episode of The Freedom Framework Show, Sam S...
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Episode 22
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30:04
Jason Hartin: Cashed 401k, Called CRAZY, Now a $6M CEO!
Jason Hartin cashed out his 401k, was called CRAZY for leaving his 15-year corporate career after stints at Merrill Lynch & Bank of America, and then built a $6M ARR tech company from the ground up. Now, he's a CEO who proved everyone wrong...
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Episode 21
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29:51
Why I Won't Leave My Kids "Set For Life" | ft. David Staley
What happens after you achieve the entrepreneurial dream and build a $100M+ business? Is it all smooth sailing, or does a new set of challenges emerge?On this episode of The Freedom Framework Show (EP#20), Sam Silverman dives deep with D...
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Episode 20
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54:16
How Your "Best" Customers Can Secretly Wreck Your Business | ft. Dane Witbeck
Is your early success blinding you to a hidden growth trap? Many entrepreneurs dream of finding passionate early customers, but what if that loyalty is actually holding you back?On this episode of The Freedom Framework Show, Sam Silverm...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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33:40
Is "More Content" Dead? Dan Ragan Reveals AI's New Rules
Is the old playbook of just churning out more content officially broken? In a world saturated with noise and rapidly evolving AI tools, the game is changing faster than ever. If you're feeling the pressure of the attention economy and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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44:39
Own Your Hours: The Wealth-Building Time Hack | The Freedom Framework Show
In this powerful solo episode, Sam Silverman reveals the overlooked strategy that could transform both your financial future and your daily life: paying yourself first with your TIME, not just your money.Discover why high earners (even t...
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Episode 17
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8:28
Build Your Success Network: The 3 People You MUST Have In Your Life
Who you surround yourself with determines where you end up. In this eye-opening episode, Sam Silverman breaks down the three essential relationships everyone needs to accelerate their growth and achieve true success.You'll discover why h...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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6:18
How to Close 8-Figure Deals WITHOUT Prior Experience | The Freedom Framework Method
Do you believe you need years of specialized experience before breaking into new real estate markets or business acquisitions? In this powerful solo episode, Sam Silverman dismantles this limiting belief and reveals his proven frame...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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6:55
MFMIM Conference Special: How I Raised $85 Million: Sam Silverman's Capital Raising Blueprint
In this special conference episode, we're bringing you Sam Silverman's powerful presentation from the My First Million in Multifamily (MFMIM) 2025 Conference. Unlike our usual interview format, you'll hear Sam breaking down exactly...
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44:14
From NASA to Pool Routes: How Ravi Kurani is Disrupting the $14B Swimming Pool Industry
Join Sam Silverman as he sits down with Ravi Kurani, who took a fascinating journey from pool boy to NASA engineer to successful tech founder. They dive deep into how Ravi is revolutionizing the $14B swimming pool service industry with a fresh ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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42:35
Stop Waiting, Start Building: Breaking Free from the "When-Then" Trap
Join Sam Silverman as he tackles one of the biggest mindset obstacles holding people back from financial freedom: the "when-then" fallacy. Discover how constantly waiting for the "perfect time" to start investing, build a business, or quit your...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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10:28
From $37K to Financial Freedom: Why Your Network Defines Your Net Worth | Sam Silverman
In this revealing solo episode, Sam Silverman shares his personal journey from making $37,000 as a sales rep to discovering the true potential of financial freedom and lifestyle design.Sam breaks down how the people around you directly ...
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Episode 12
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10:03
Tired of Corporate? How I Walked Away From a 7-Figure Sales Job & Found Freedom | Brandon Fluharty
On this episode of The Freedom Framework Show, Sam Silverman interviews Brandon Fluharty, a former high-earning sales executive who intentionally transitioned from a seven-figure corporate career to become a "Purposeful Performer." Brandon shar...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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48:28
Why Sales Beats Banking: Scaling to $7M and Beyond | Mark Kashinskiy
On this episode of The Freedom Framework Show, Sam Silverman and entrepreneur Mark Kashinskiy dive deep into the world of sales, startups, and scaling businesses. Mark, who built a $7M US business after exiting a $17M company in the UK, shares ...
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Episode 10
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35:52