“A 401(k) is a vehicle, but most people are driving it like a Camry when it could be a Lamborghini.”

What if your 401(k) isn’t the retirement safety net you think it is? In this episode, Jaspreet exposes the hidden traps behind America’s favorite retirement plan. Think of high fees, taxes, inflation, and limited options and he'll show you why relying on it alone could leave you broke.

Jaspreet breaks down what the 4% rule really means, how much you actually need to retire comfortably, and smarter ways to invest outside your 401(k) so your money can work faster and harder for you. Whether you’re just starting out or rethinking your retirement strategy, this conversation will help you understand the system, and play the game to win.

• Why most 401(k)s won’t deliver the retirement people expect

• The hidden cost of “free money” and employer matching

• What the 4% rule gets wrong in today’s economy

• Smarter ways to invest beyond your 401(k)

• How to build multiple vehicles toward financial freedom

Listen now to learn how to turn your 401(k) from a slow ride into a real wealth engine.

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“A tax refund is a 0% loan you gave the government because you overpaid your taxes.”

Tax season hype says “free money.” Jaspreet explains why refunds happen, how to stop overpaying (so more of your paycheck hits your account all year), and the smartest ways to deploy any refund so it builds assets, not someone else’s profits.

• Why refunds exist (withholding now, true tax due later)

• How to adjust your W-4 using the IRS Withholding Estimator so you’re not lending money for free

• Fastest way to receive a refund (avoid delays = no missing W-2/1099s)

• The asset vs. liability test and why cars, watches, and vacations drain wealth

• A simple plan to turn refunds into long-term gains (emergency cash, then investments).

00:00 Hook: Refund ≠ free money 01:06 Why refunds happen (withholding 101) 03:22 How to stop overpaying (W-4 + IRS estimator) 06:05 Fastest way to get your refund (avoid delays) 08:10 Assets vs. liabilities (the only test that matters) 12:00 Where your refund should go (emergency fund → investing) 15:30 Put it on autopilot (ABB) 17:20 Final thoughts & resources

Keywords: tax refund 2025, IRS W-4, withholding estimator, how to stop overpaying taxes, fastest tax refund, invest tax refund, emergency fund 3–12 months, ABB always be buying, index fund ETF, assets vs liabilities, Minority Mindset

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1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically:

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“Keeping all of your money in your bank account is actually more risky than it is safe.”

Jaspreet breaks down why parking piles of cash in a bank gets eaten by inflation—especially as rates get cut—and shows exactly how much to keep in cash vs. what to move into assets.

You’ll learn the difference between cash vehicles (HYSA, CDs, Treasuries) and assets (stocks, real estate, gold, crypto), how to set up separate accounts for emergencies, big purchases, and investable cash, and the simple passive/active strategies to actually grow wealth.

• The problem with low-yield savings when inflation is higher

• How much to keep in cash (and where to keep it) for:

  • Emergency fund (3–12 months of expenses)

  • Big purchases (house/car/vacation)

  • “Dry powder” for investing

• Cash options vs. protection basics (bank accounts, CDs, HYSAs, Treasuries, Treasury ETFs)

• Asset options to outpace inflation (stocks, real estate; plus how gold/crypto/startups fit)

• Investing approaches:

  • Passive: ABB: Always Be Buying (index/ETF habit)

  • Active: research-led buys while idle cash earns interest

00:00 Hook: Why big bank balances lose you money 01:18 Cash vs. assets (and why cash isn’t an “investment”) 04:05 Rates, inflation, and your real return 07:20 Where to park cash: HYSA, CDs, Treasuries, ETFs 10:42 The 3 reasons to save (emergency, big purchase, invest) 14:50 How much is enough: 3–12 months explained 18:22 Passive vs. Active investing (ABB + research) 22:10 Putting it together: your cash + investing game plan 25:30 Final word & resources

Keywords: how much cash to keep, emergency fund 3 to 12 months, high yield savings vs treasury, cash vs assets, beat inflation 2025, ABB always be buying, passive vs active investing, index funds VTI SPY QQQ, treasury ETF basics, inflation and savings, Minority Mindset

#personalfinance #investing #inflation #savings #wealthbuilding #MinorityMindset

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Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or a podcast).

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1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically:

https://theminoritymindset.com/m1

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2) Policygenius - Get a free life insurance quote:

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