Think Millions Podcast

Unstoppable Wealth: The Blueprint to Building a Billion Dollar Empire with Ben Reinberg

• Alexa D’Agostino • Season 1 • Episode 98

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In this powerhouse episode of the Think Millions Podcast, host Dr. Alexa D’Agostino sits down with Ben Reinberg, renowned as the “King of Commercial Real Estate,” to unpack the secrets of building unstoppable and generational wealth. Ben shares how he transitioned from accountant to multi-billion-dollar real estate mogul, dives deep into his new book "Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times", and explains the essential mindset, resilience, and blueprint needed to build lasting success—especially through tough market cycles.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting your wealth journey, this episode is your front-row seat to a masterclass in commercial real estate, personal growth, and empire-building.


Key Parts of the Conversation:

  • [1:10] – From accountant to commercial real estate mogul
  • [2:26] – Why Ben wrote his new book: Hard Assets and Hard Money for Hard Times
  • [3:31] – Building generational wealth: planning, asset protection, and legacy
  • [4:46] – Wealth is about more than money—it’s about mindset and impact
  • [6:13] – Why commercial real estate thrives in hard times
  • [10:27] – Ben reflects on becoming a real leader—emotional moment from the book
  • [11:49] – Game-changing lesson: “Seek the truth in what other people are saying”
  • [13:31] – Wealth-building requires emotional intelligence and self-awareness
  • [15:00] – Ben’s pivotal personal challenge: not liking the man in the mirror
  • [16:37] – Deal gone wrong: Overleveraged office campus and lessons learned
  • [17:58] – The importance of avoiding recourse and smart use of debt
  • [23:44] – Building a personal brand to help others and leave a legacy
  • [25:00] – How content creation helped grow his business and inspire others
  • [26:24] – Why mentorship, mindset, and technical skills must go hand in hand
  • [28:26] – Where to invest now: CRE, blockchain, AI, and smart money
  • [30:13] – The power of hard assets in uncertain economic times
  • [31:35] – Blueprint to build, retain, and protect your empire
  • [32:56] – Focus on your lane: “Complexity is the enemy of execution

Great quotes from the podcast:

  • "Wealth building is not for the faint of heart—it’s not a get-rich-quick scheme. It’s a fortress built over time."
  • "The ability to hold—through cycles, through storms—is the secret to success in commercial real estate."
  • "Seek the truth in what other people are saying. That shift in mindset will change your life."
  • "Complexity is the enemy of execution. Focus, simplify, and invest in smart money."
  • "Leadership, transparency, and consistency aren't buzzwords—they're the foundation of real, lasting wealth."
  • "You can’t build an empire unless you work on yourself first. The most important asset is you."

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