How to Build Wealth in a Recession (Most People Get This Wrong) – Andy Tanner, Del Denney

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Are we headed for a recession? And more importantly… are you prepared?
In this episode of Rich Dad’s Stock Cast, host Del Denney sits down with financial educator and Rich Dad expert Andy Tanner to unpack how the wealthy think differently during economic downturns. Spoiler alert: recessions don’t destroy wealth—they expose who was ready and who wasn’t.

Andy breaks down why most investors lose money in tough markets—and how you can actually grow your portfolio during a recession if you use the right strategies. From real estate and dividend-paying stocks to cash flow tactics and hedging using options, this episode is packed with real-world, practical tips for protecting and building wealth.

You’ll also learn how to recession-proof your mindset—because intelligence, not emotion, wins in uncertain times.

00:00 Introduction
02:48 Understanding Recession Impact on Wealth
04:38 Real Estate Strategies During Recession
08:23 Stock Market Strategies: ExxonMobil Case Study
16:25 The Importance of Financial Education
20:14 Reflecting on Past Predictions
21:28 Cash Flow Strategies During Recession
23:05 Hedging and Delta Neutral Explained
23:40 Warren Buffett's Investment Philosophy
24:33 Exploiting Market Downturns
29:46 Mindset and Emotional Control
31:20 Leveraged Instruments for Protection
35:00 The Importance of Education and Personal Development
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