Today we have Christopher Larsen, the dynamic founder and Principal of Next-Level Income. Chris, who transitioned from an 18-year career in the medical device industry to a successful investor and educator, shares his journey towards financial independence and his passion for helping others achieve the same. Over the years, Chris has diversified his investment portfolio to include development projects, private lending, distressed debt, and commercial properties. Since 2016, he has been syndicating commercial real estate deals and has been involved in over $1 billion worth of real estate acquisitions. In our enlightening conversation, Chris Larsen shared several key insights that are crucial for anyone aspiring to achieve financial independence. Chris’s experience spans various sectors, including development projects, private lending, distressed debt, and commercial properties, demonstrating how a well-rounded approach can lead to substantial growth. Another significant insight Chris provided was the power of education and strategic networking. He underscored the necessity of continuous learning and staying informed about market trends and investment opportunities.  In this episode, we talked about: Finding purpose and resilience through experiencing hardships and overcoming challenges The role of education and continuous learning in achieving financial independence His personal experience in real estate investing and his investing thesis Tips for aspiring investors on taking the first steps toward financial independence   Connect with Chris: Website: https://nextlevelincome.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nextlevelincomeshow Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nextlevelincome/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenextlevelincomeshow/ Contact: 828-768-8700   Connect with Pantheon Investments:  Join the Pantheon Investor Club: https://pantheoninvest.com/investor-signup/   Website: www.pantheoninvest.com   Podcast: www.pantheoninvest.com/podcast   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PantheonInvest   Instagram: www.instagram.com/pantheoninvest   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pantheon-invest   Twitter: https://twitter.com/Pantheon_Invest    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8EsPFlwQUpMXgRMvrmbAfQ   Holistic Wealth Strategy Book: https://www.amazon.com/Holistic-Wealth-Strategy-Framework-Extraordinary-ebook/dp/B0BX4SDMS7/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=holistic+wealth+strategy&qid=1681472301&sprefix=holistic+wealth%2Caps%2C99&sr=8-1   Email: [email protected]     Get your FREE copy of the book here: https://holisticwealthstrategy.com/