
🚀 Former police officer turned financial advisor, Freddie Rappina, shares his journey from law enforcement to building wealth through smart financial strategies. In this episode, he breaks down his book Playing the Wealth Game, explains the difference between "checkers vs. chess" in finance, and reveals why debt, when used wisely, can actually build wealth. Freddie also dives into overlooked tax strategies, the importance of financial education, and how real estate investors can avoid common blind spots.
🎧 Hosted by: Omar Andreasen
👤 Guest: 🏡 Freddie Rappina – Wealth Advisor, Author, and Owner of Opta Financial
Freddie Rappina is a Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®), Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®), and founder of Opta Financial. A former police officer turned wealth advisor, Freddie now manages nearly $40 million in client assets through Cetera Financial Specialists. He is the author of Playing the Wealth Game, where he challenges traditional financial thinking and advocates for using strategic debt and unconventional tools to build wealth. He currently resides in Wesley Chapel, Florida, and was recognized for his successful transition from public service to financial leadership.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why Freddie left a career in law enforcement for financial advising
✔️ The difference between "checkers vs. chess" in financial planning
✔️ How debt, when used correctly, can help build wealth
✔️ Common blind spots real estate investors overlook
✔️ Tax strategies to preserve and grow wealth
🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!
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