Built To Last - Conversations on Wealth, Work & Life
Built to Last represents durability, stewardship, and long-term thinking. It reflects a commitment to creating businesses, wealth, relationships, and systems designed to endure beyond trends, cycles, and individual personalities.
Built To Last - Conversations on Wealth, Work & Life
Latest Episodes
A Good Portfolio Is Not the Same as a Good Financial Plan
This episode explores the critical differences between a strong investment portfolio and a comprehensive financial plan. Wade Lopez and Gary Aiken discuss how to align investments with broader financial goals, including taxes, estate planning, ...
Buy, Rent, Repeat: The Short-Term Rental Opportunity in the Smoky Mountains
With mortgage rates high and traditional real estate stalling, host Wade Lopez talks with developer Reece Milton about why the Smoky Mountains have become one of the top short-term rental markets in the country. They break down the purchase-to-...
Bitcoin, Gold, Real Estate: What in the World Is Going On?
In this episode, Wade Lopez and Gary Aiken explore the complex dynamics of gold, Bitcoin, and real estate in today's macroeconomic environment. They discuss recent market movements, underlying demand, and strategic roles for these assets in a w...
Gary’s Call: What the Rest of 2026 Actually Looks Like
In this episode, Wade Lopez and Gary Aiken analyze the first half of 2026, discussing market performance, geopolitical influences, and sector opportunities. They provide insights on navigating volatility, sector rotations, and strategic investi...
Big Blue’s Reckoning: What IBM’s Worst Day in 115 Years Actually Means
In this episode, we analyze IBM's historic stock drop and explore what it reveals about market reactions, customer priorities, and the importance of execution in business strategy. Join us for insights on managing risk, recognizing trends, and ...