Only Bands Podcast

In this weeks episode the guys have educated filled episode with credit repair specialist @laroyalsolutions. Star was able to turn herself into a credit expert over the pandemic with hours of research. She then used what she learned to help her families credit needs and now she has turned it into a business servicing clients. Through the episode we discuss not only why credit is important but also on ways to repair personal credit and how to monitor your credit. Star goes into detail on the important factors that make up your credit score and gives tips for those unaware of credit reports and how they are compiled. Star is also joined by her business partner and husband as they discuss how they were able to leverage credit to build a successful car rental business. With that she breaks down the difference between your business and personal credit, gives us her favorite credit cards, perks of using credit, and responsible credit habits and more!

► Host IG: @kellboogie_ 

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In this episode the guys have the pleasure of sitting down with the owner of the up and coming restaurant and lounge Stop Smackn. They discuss everything from what lead to the idea of the restaurant to the actual planning and work that went into executing the vision. With that they discuss start up cost, vendors, management, and what's been driving Stop Smackn's success.    

► Stop Smackn IG: https://www.instagram.com/stopsmackn/ 

► Stop Smackn Website: https://www.stopsmackndc.com/ 

► Drizzy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biggdrizzy/ 

► Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/only-bands-podcast/id1576733907

In this episode the guys sit and talk with several guest including Pro-Football player and artist @HunchoRay, artist and Financial Advisor @rudeboydkay and @the_business_boss crypto wizard and teacher. They each have unique rolls in their operations but have common goals in building leverage and waiting for the right partnership in the music business. @HuncoRay currently plays professional football in the Canadian League and speaks to budgeting his money for the off season and the importance of having a good circle and financial advisor like @rudeboydkay and his expertise in assisting people plan for the future. They also discuss tax strategies in Crypto, @the_business_boss shares his thoughts on the overall Crypto market and the impact of recent exchanges filing for Bankruptcy. 

In this Episode we sit down with the Owner of ItsNation.TV to discuss how he made his way into production and the start up cost associated with launching his brand and company. We then discuss his families Health Care Services business that has been operating for over 15 years and how he was able to come in and automate day to day task to free up more time and resources. With his help the company has doubled revenue and is on pace to Gross over a Million in the up coming year. Mek shares with us not only the challenges of running a small business but also the challenges of scaling a small business and the pressure he puts on himself with helping lead the family business. 

On this episode the guys are on set at their new location and have a special guest from The Morning Show Bruke (@BrukeFasil) as they discuss his journey in Web 3 and turning $500 into $30K from a NFT project. They also discuss Elon musk and his purchase of Twitter, Parent company of Facebook Meta and its recent spending in the Metaverse. Jim Cramers breakdown on Television post $META’s earnings report and how he had trust in the leadership.

In this episode the guys sit down and discuss the current markets as we are still in what appears to be a bear market and whats next in the crypto space as the top exchanges seem to be at risk. They also discuss the recession and the economy that the media is doing its best to spin. Turo dreams finally coming true as Tj discusses his first trip with his Tesla on Turo and will keep us updated with the ups and downs of his new business venture. 

In this bear market the guys discuss the possibility of companies having employees return to the office as Tesla CEO announces employees are to return to work. They discuss the IRS crack down on the various PPP loans and fraudulent activity that took place durning the pandemic. With inflation here they discuss pricing as business owners and if its easier to go up on pricing on existing customer or to state your prices to new clients. They of course touch on the current state of the stock market and crypto market and if ponzi schemes, DAOS and NFTs will return to the forefront once this bear market finally ends. 

The guys sit down with Bitcoin zay and discuss the most recent Bitcoin Miami conference and the difference he seen in prior years. He discusses his first experience with Bitcoin and how he was introduced into the space. He also discusses his plans to continue to on board and teach the community further. Bitcoin Zay also discusses how the Black Bitcoin Billionaires gave away 20k as educational grants in the past year. He is also leading the charge in the education of Bitcoin in Miami. The guys and Zay discuss much more in this episode, be sure to check him out on youtube every morning on "The Gentlemen of Crypto".

The Gentlemen of Crypto: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheGentlemenofCrypto

In this episode the guys discuss the current market and different ideas and ETF's they have their eyes on as the economy flirts with a recession. 

In this Bonus Episode Kell speaks on his likes and dislikes of the NFT Community, where he thinks the market is headed and improvements he would like to see from the market in the future. 

In this episode the guys talk lower lows as the markets continue to bleed. 

In this episode the guys discuss a recent dev that announced a rugg pull of 25 projects and what that means for the crypto space. They also discuss the war that is taking place and the effects that it has on the worlds economy and largely fuel prices and if that means a recession is on the horizon. Unemployment numbers reaching all time highs and the guys have a theory on why people don't want to return to work. Also visa and other companies stopping business in Russia in support of Ukraine. Lastly, they discuss how over leveraging in business and in life can have a negative effect on your "financial health". 

In this episode the guys discuss the current state of the economy with the current war and the effects it will have now and in the future. They also discuss how the fed intends to slow inflation with the rise of interest rates and if the strategy will work out. We also discuss growth stocks and how most are currently down right now as well as the trade off we take when shopping with big companies such as amazon. A recent article was released stating that the average person has between $65K to 73K in their savings and the guys discuss if they think it's accurate or not. They also discuss centralization and decentralization.

In this episode the guys free style another episode as they discuss recent Russian news as well as the Sip and Paint they attended. They also discuss trucking industry in a pandemic leasing on with companies and eventually switch gears to discuss a new NFT project and how the artist feels they were taken advantage of. The guys also discuss a slight conspiracy of countries making money together to try to beat inflation with war money. 

In this episode the guys discuss a hot news week in crypto with 3.4B Billion in stolen bitcoin is recovered by the US Government and a couple faces up to 25 years in prison. They also discuss the headlines that said the US government would be providing pipes for drug users spending 30 million in tax payers money. Of course it wouldn't be a episode if they didn't discuss the recent inflation numbers that were released this week and some pandemic winner stocks that are now suffering as the sell off continues for them and many other topics. 

In this unplanned episode the guys discuss the recent defi ruggs that have been taking place in the crypto community. Whether doxxed or undoxxed it seems like it doesn't matter anymore. Is decentralized really the way to go right now with 14B in total being stolen from investors this year. The guys also get into politics a little discussing how for now on upcoming elections will heavily focus on tax plans and policy for crypto investors and make a few predictions on what's to come. They also tax planning and different ways to protect investments and assets one major one being life insurance.

In this episode the guys have the pleasure of sitting down with Instagram Influencer @ckimmoranow as she discusses her journey in building her following on social media to over 55K followers. With the growth of her account she was able to leverage that into another stream of income as brands and businesses pay her to post content for them. They discuss her multiple deals and partnerships and how her Instagram is essentially a business and she treats it as such. Of course we discuss her crypto and stock investments as well how she was able to buy a house at 19 years old for 30K cash! 

In this episode, the guys sit down with owner Brandon of DeadStock DMV sneaker and clothing shop. The guys dive right into how he developed his passion for shoes and what it's like being a full-time entrepreneur. He speaks to the commitment it takes and the balance that is needed in order to make sure he still has time for his family. We also talk about sneaker culture and its evolution over the years since he has been in it. He speaks to what the brand means to him and the importance of having something to pass down to his kids. We also allow him to open up and ask questions about investing in stocks and crypto for someone wanting to start and many other topics. 

Host:@kellboogie_ and @StockzNCrypto (Twitter)

Guest: @deadstockdmv (Instagram)

In this episode it's just the guys and from the title you see what the episode in centered around. Over the past few weeks the guys have been heavy in YouTube learning about different protocols and different ways to research them. They spoke heavily on $TIME and the crazy interest rates that it has available on Wonderland.money with a APY ranging between 80,000-85,000, and they also speak on protocols being rugged and the risk and research you should look into before trusting a protocol. The guys also speak on Jack Dorsey's recent step down from Twitter as well as different ways you can borrow against your assets and become your own bank like the wealthy in the world do and many more topics. 

Host:@kellboogie_ and @StockzNCrypto (Twitter)

In this episode the guys circle back to Real Estate and sit down with entrepreneur Chris Perry who is a top 5 producing agent in the DMV and top 20 in the Mid Atlantic. The guys discuss Chris leaving his 9-5 and the struggle he had in his first year with making ZERO sales, to now closing on almost 50 homes a year and generating sometimes 100K+ months. Chris talks to the ups and downs of the market and gives insight on his prediction of how the housing market will shape in the future. Chris also offers mentoring programs for up and coming agents to get them on the right track to success. He also speaks to the importance of having a team and staying persistent and betting on yourself in life. Be sure to check out his LinkTree link below to book time with him, sign up for his mentorship and purchase his eBook. 

Instagram: @onlybandspod

Guest Instagram: @chrisperryrealesate

Chris Perry LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/chrisperryrealestate

Host:@kellboogie_ and @StockzNCrypto (Twitter)

In this episode the guys have Demarcus (@DjMcflush) on to discuss his journey in the Crypto space. His journey started earlier than most back in 2015 when he was just in college. We walk through how he discovered Bitcoin, what his ultimate plans were starting out and how he was able to stomach a 60% portfolio loss in 2017 and still stay in the game. We also talk about how he starting mining Bitcoin with his profits with headquarters located in DC. He also drops a lot of gems pertaining to staking your crypto and using it as your own bank to borrow. This episode is jam packed with many more gems provided by Demarcus be sure to give it a full listen and follow him on Twitter and join the Crypto and Coffee Twitter Spaces. 

Instagram: @onlybandspod

Host:@kellboogie_ and @StockzNCrypto (Twitter)

Guest Twitter: @DjMcflush 

In this episode the guys walk through how to grow your social media audience on Twitter and once you grow your audience how to then turn it into a revenue stream for yourself. Teej gives strategies he's used in order to find a niche audience you can relate to. They also discuss the importance of staying on brand once you have developed a community or following. The two also discuss the challenges of working for yourself as you soon realize that your bosses become your customers or clients you deal with on the regular.

Instagram: @onlybandspod

Host:@kellboogie_ and @StockzNCrypto (Twitter)

Music by: @cnoteblizz (Instagram)

In this episode the guys discuss some of their goals they have accomplished this year as we head into the 4 quarter of the year. The speak on the importance of writing the goals down and the feeling of reaching goals and then having to set new ones for yourself. They also discuss NFTS and how people are profiting 6 figures from the investment. With a Government shutdown in the air they speak on what it could mean for the market if one was to happen and the current Federal workers that are now Furloughed. 

Host:@kellboogie_ and @StockzNCrypto (Twitter)

Music by: @cnoteblizz (Instagram)

In this episode the guys speak on the current state of "LLC Twitter" with another week of cancelling. They also touch on the importance of doing your due diligence when you go into business with people. From there they discuss recent news that social security will run out by 2033, stocks possibly becoming worthless like bonds, the future of crypto and more. 

In this episode we sit down with @Finessekingjay (Instagram) and discuss his journey in the IT world. We start from his humble beginning's growing up in DC and where his interest was formed in working in the tech world. From there we discuss his college career and the internships that he had through college that set him up for success when he was searching for work full time and how he was able build to a 6 figure position.  We also speak on the importance of negotiations when in the interview process and what it takes to gain the leverage needed for favorable outcomes. 

Guest Twitter: Tweets_ByJay

In this episode the guys have their first guest featured @realestatechante (Instagram) to join them as they walk through her career as a real estate agent. They discuss the start up cost of becoming a agent, the ups and downs of the journey and what it takes to become a successful agent. The guys also dive into questions such as what qualities should a investor or buyer look for in a good real estate agent and how the market is for a buyer and a seller during the pandemic. They also touch on interest rates and predictions on what the market could look like post pandemic. 

In the first few minutes of this episode, the guy's address and discuss the recent Tweet sent by co-host Teej that he received some backlash for. After that the guys get into some topics such as Crypto back booming, 401K investments being made, and continue conversations surrounding the Fed wanting to regulate Crypto more. The guys also discuss the vaccine and how Inflation is still here with the Consumer Price Index rising 0.5% from last month. They also touch on weekly pay versus Bi-weekly pay, and which of the two produce the worst money management skills. 

In this episode, the guys discuss the RobinHood IPO and the future outlook on the stock. Will it become another meme stock and if it's a long-term hold? They also discuss topics such as the eviction notice memorandum that has been set till October, the regulations that CryptoCurrency could face, and even touch on the Biden Infrastructure plan. They also discuss some of the winners that the Trading Group has seen with winners like AMD that continues to run. Other topics include Rhianna's Billion Dollar Status, companies requiring the vaccine, and investors over leveraging when interest rates were low in the housing market. 

In this week's episode, the guys discuss how they plan to step into the Turo marketplace and what vehicles they plan to place on the platform. While Tesla's seem to be the sure car to go with they discuss the hike in prices on the cars (cars, in general, are overpriced) as Elon attributes the reasoning to the "chip shortage". The guys also discuss the psyche behind buying stocks on the dip and Bitcoin soaring back to 40K. They touch on other topics such as pulling the trigger on your first home, earnings blues, and 15% of Americans not having any money saved. 

In this episode, the guys start discussing 5 jobs that probably won't exist because of technology, buying your dream car before buying your first home or property, and somehow end up discussing the "Golden Handcuffs" people me face while working their 9-5. They also discuss Robinhood's IPO and predictions on how the market will react to it. Lastly, they remind the good folks of the Only Bands Community of the Money Challenge they started. 

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In this episode Teej takes over and leads the conversation as they discuss Kell's start in the trucking industry and juggling a 9-5. They go everywhere from what prompted him to get into the industry to how one should go about financing a truck, start up cost for a trucking business and even operational cost as well as the management of operations; including managing drivers and more importantly the money and compliance. They also discuss the importance of having relationships in any business you get into and managing risk in such a high grossing business.

In this episode Teej takes over and leads the conversation as they discuss Kell's start in the trucking industry and juggling a 9-5. They go everywhere from what prompted him to get into the industry to how one should go about financing a truck, start up cost for a trucking business and even operational cost as well as the management of operations; including managing drivers and more importantly the money and compliance. They also discuss the importance of having relationships in any business you get into and managing risk in such a high grossing business. 

In this episode, the guys discuss what "Screeners" are and what they can be used for in trading or investing. They spend a lot of time discussing inflation and what it means for the American $1 we all have come to know and in trust as inflation data was released this week and it's being compared to increases seen in 2008. They then speculate on ways to work around inflation in the meantime, and what in fact they believe the cause of it is. They also discuss people paying to be featured on other podcasts and its dangers to the audience. To end the episode they present a Money Challenge for the week for the listeners. 

In this episode, the guys spend time identifying where their interest in making money and investing money came from, the purpose of Only Bands, and why it came about. We also discuss career choices and if it's passion vs means to make an income as well as the best advice someone gave them about money that changed their perspective about money management.