In this episode of Life-Changing Money, I’m sitting down with Kelsey Knutson—former hairstylist turned business strategist and podcast host—to talk about the real path to building a business with clarity, confidence, and financial stability. Kelsey shares how she scaled to six figures in under a year, why confidence is the most underrated business skill, and how she helps creative entrepreneurs evolve from overwhelmed service providers to empowered CEOs.

Tune in to hear:

• How Kelsey pivoted from hairstylist to full-time business coach
• The most valuable (and cringiest) investments she’s made
• Why most creatives are stuck playing small—and how to shift
• The truth about retreat ROI and mastermind scams
• What business owners must do now if they want to survive post-COVID market changes
• How to audit your time and money like a true CEO
• Why Kelsey and her husband swear by monthly money dates
• The importance of building a personal brand with integrity and intention

Connect with Kelsey:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/kelseymarieknutson

How To Get Involved:

Life-Changing Money is a podcast all about money. We share stories of how money has impacted and radically changed the lives of others—and how it can do the same for you.

Your host, Barbara Schreihans (pronounced ShREE-hands) is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach, and the creator of the Write Off Your Life Course. She is a top tax strategist, business coach, and expert in helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals save millions in taxes while increasing profits.

When she’s not leading her team, coaching clients, or dreaming up new goals for her company, you can find her drinking coffee, hanging out with her family, and traveling the world.

Grab a cup of coffee and become inspired as we hear from those who have overcome and are overcoming their self-limiting beliefs and money mindsets!

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In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the power of business retreats—and how they’ve been one of the biggest catalysts for growth, connections, and income in her entrepreneurial journey. After attending over 30 retreats across the globe and hosting several of her own, I’m sharing the good, the bad, and the absolutely non-negotiable elements that make a retreat truly transformational.

From networking and collaboration opportunities to soul-filling experiences that deepen clarity and vision, retreats aren’t just a luxury—they’re a business strategy (and a tax write off).

Tune into hear:

• Why not all retreats are created equal—and how to tell which are worth it
• The biggest red flags to look for when choosing a business retreat
• How to make your retreat investment worth it—even if the experience disappoints
• Barbara’s go-to method for actually implementing what you learn at events
  The 5 things to consider when choosing (or hosting) a retreat
• Behind-the-scenes details of the Be Seen Retreat and why it’s unlike any other

Join me at the Be Seen Retreat in New York City (June 22–24) https://beseenretreat.com

DM me “RETREAT” to get more info directly

How To Get Involved:

Life-Changing Money is a podcast all about money. We share stories of how money has impacted and radically changed the lives of others—and how it can do the same for you.

Your host, Barbara Schreihans (pronounced ShREE-hands) is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach, and the creator of the Write Off Your Life Course. She is a top tax strategist, business coach, and expert in helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals save millions in taxes while increasing profits.

When she’s not leading her team, coaching clients, or dreaming up new goals for her company, you can find her drinking coffee, hanging out with her family, and traveling the world.

Grab a cup of coffee and become inspired as we hear from those who have overcome and are overcoming their self-limiting beliefs and money mindsets!

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If you're listening on the day this episode drops, it’s your last chance to grab the Write Off Your Real Estate course with all bonuses included—including access to the exclusive mastermind call with Barbara and her top lender.

Are you leaving thousands on the table come tax season? In this episode, I’m breaking down the most powerful real estate tax strategies that can help you legally pay less in taxes, boost your ROI, and protect your assets. Whether you're flipping houses, holding rentals, or just getting started with your first property—this is the tax knowledge you can’t afford to skip.

Tune in to hear:

• When and why you need an LLC before buying investment property
• The truth about flipping houses and how to avoid overpaying 15.3% in taxes
• Barbara’s favorite loophole for turning a second home into a tax-deductible office
• The “Self-Rental Election” strategy that can create up to $120K in tax-free income
• Whether real estate losses are actually a good thing (spoiler: yes, if you do it right!)
• Why you should never invest in a REIT from your business account
• The one mindset shift most new landlords need to truly build wealth

How To Get Involved:

Life-Changing Money is a podcast all about money. We share stories of how money has impacted and radically changed the lives of others—and how it can do the same for you.

Your host, Barbara Schreihans (pronounced ShREE-hands) is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach, and the creator of the Write Off Your Life Course. She is a top tax strategist, business coach, and expert in helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals save millions in taxes while increasing profits.

When she’s not leading her team, coaching clients, or dreaming up new goals for her company, you can find her drinking coffee, hanging out with her family, and traveling the world.

Grab a cup of coffee and become inspired as we hear from those who have overcome and are overcoming their self-limiting beliefs and money mindsets!

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Welcome to another episode of the Life Changing Money podcast!

This week I’m sitting down with real estate investor, speaker, and community builder Leka Devatha to talk about turning setbacks into multimillion-dollar success.

From flipping her first home with zero construction experience (and losing $5K!) to now managing over 100 flips and 40 rental units, Leka shares her raw and real journey into real estate investing—and why it’s still one of the most powerful ways to build generational wealth. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines or unsure how to break into real estate, this episode will light a fire under you.

In this episode, Leka shares:

• How she went from fashion merchandiser to full-time investor with 100+ flips
• What really happened with her viral squatter story (stripper pole included)
• Why she still invests in Seattle despite tough landlord laws
• Her HELOC-funded start and advice for first-time investors
• How she saves in taxes through 40 rental units and advanced strategies like cost segregation and 1031 exchanges
• Why speed of implementation matters more than anything else

Connect with Leka:
Follow her on Instagram & LinkedIn: @lekadevatha

Join her Seattle-based meetup: Real Estate at Work

📢 Don’t forget to register for Write Off Your Real Estate 2025!

How To Get Involved:

Life-Changing Money is a podcast all about money. We share stories of how money has impacted and radically changed the lives of others—and how it can do the same for you.

Your host, Barbara Schreihans (pronounced ShREE-hands) is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach, and the creator of the Write Off Your Life Course. She is a top tax strategist, business coach, and expert in helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals save millions in taxes while increasing profits.

When she’s not leading her team, coaching clients, or dreaming up new goals for her company, you can find her drinking coffee, hanging out with her family, and traveling the world.

Grab a cup of coffee and become inspired as we hear from those who have overcome and are overcoming their self-limiting beliefs and money mindsets!

Do you have a burning question that you’d love to hear answered on a future show?

Please email it to: podcast@yourtaxcoach.biz

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Welcome to another episode of the Life Changing Money podcast!

If you own real estate, want to start investing, or have ever wondered what really qualifies as a write-off, this episode is for you. I’m answering real-life questions from my students and breaking down powerful, overlooked strategies that could save you thousands in taxes. From ADU deductions and Airbnb structuring to gifting properties to family—this solo episode is packed with clarity, compliance tips, and must-know tax moves.

In this episode, I’m unpacking questions like:

• Can you build an ADU and write it off as an office?
• Are fixer-upper renovations tax deductible for interior designers?
• Can rental losses offset your day job income?
• Do property expenses count even if you didn’t rent it out yet?
• Bought your mom a house? Here's how to do it the right way
• What happens when you open an LLC after you’ve already bought rental properties?
• Why your mindset about “refunds” and “losses” might be costing you big time

📢 Don’t forget to register for Write Off Your Real Estate 2025!

How To Get Involved:

Life-Changing Money is a podcast all about money. We share stories of how money has impacted and radically changed the lives of others—and how it can do the same for you.

Your host, Barbara Schreihans (pronounced ShREE-hands) is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach, and the creator of the Write Off Your Life Course. She is a top tax strategist, business coach, and expert in helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals save millions in taxes while increasing profits.

When she’s not leading her team, coaching clients, or dreaming up new goals for her company, you can find her drinking coffee, hanging out with her family, and traveling the world.

Grab a cup of coffee and become inspired as we hear from those who have overcome and are overcoming their self-limiting beliefs and money mindsets!

Do you have a burning question that you’d love to hear answered on a future show?

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Welcome to another episode of the Life Changing Money podcast!

This week, we’re switching things up with a special LIVE recording from our PJs & Podcast Party!

I am opening the floor to the audience for an unfiltered Q&A session on business, money, mindset—and one hilariously unforgettable hospital story you don’t want to miss. If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to scale a multi-million dollar company, build a supportive team, and stay sane while doing it… this candid episode is for you.

I’m answering your questions:

• Why masterminds are game-changers, even when they disappoint.
• How to pick the right mastermind based on alignment, leadership, and community.
• The secret combo of going all-in on social media and radical delegation.
• How to find (and fire) team members, plus the real process behind her A-team hires.
• From underpaid accountant to empire-building CEO, how Barbara rewrote her story.
• The power of having a ride-or-die spouse who balances your weaknesses.
• Why putting people in the wrong role sometimes leads to the right team dynamic.

📢 Don’t forget to register for Write Off Your Real Estate 2025!

How To Get Involved:

Life-Changing Money is a podcast all about money. We share stories of how money has impacted and radically changed the lives of others—and how it can do the same for you.

Your host, Barbara Schreihans (pronounced ShREE-hands) is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach, and the creator of the Write Off Your Life Course. She is a top tax strategist, business coach, and expert in helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals save millions in taxes while increasing profits.

When she’s not leading her team, coaching clients, or dreaming up new goals for her company, you can find her drinking coffee, hanging out with her family, and traveling the world.

Grab a cup of coffee and become inspired as we hear from those who have overcome and are overcoming their self-limiting beliefs and money mindsets!

Do you have a burning question that you’d love to hear answered on a future show?

Please email it to: podcast@yourtaxcoach.biz

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Welcome to another episode of the Life Changing Money podcast!

Whether you're house hacking, flipping homes, or managing Airbnbs, this solo episode is jam-packed with actionable insights to help you maximize write-offs, protect your assets, and scale your real estate portfolio the smart way.

I’m answering real questions from listeners and students of her signature course Write Off Your Real Estate to help you confidently navigate the tax side of real estate investing.

Tune in to learn:

• LLC Myths Debunked – Why LLCs don’t lower your taxes (but why you might still want one for every property).
• House Hack Tax Tips – How to handle write-offs when you’re both living in and renting your property.
• Permitted Expenses – What you can (and should) be deducting on rental properties, including surprising travel and home office deductions.
• Asset Protection Game Plan – Why having paid-off properties could put you at risk, and how a mortgage may actually save you in a lawsuit.
• Cost Segregation 101 – The powerful (and underused) depreciation strategy that can save you $100K+ in taxes—even on properties you’ve owned for years.
• Short-Term Rental Loophole – The little-known IRS rule that lets anyone—even W-2 earners—offset income with real estate losses.
  

📢 Don’t forget to register for Write Off Your Real Estate 2025!

How To Get Involved:

Life-Changing Money is a podcast all about money. We share stories of how money has impacted and radically changed the lives of others—and how it can do the same for you.

Your host, Barbara Schreihans (pronounced ShREE-hands) is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach, and the creator of the Write Off Your Life Course. She is a top tax strategist, business coach, and expert in helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals save millions in taxes while increasing profits.

When she’s not leading her team, coaching clients, or dreaming up new goals for her company, you can find her drinking coffee, hanging out with her family, and traveling the world.

Grab a cup of coffee and become inspired as we hear from those who have overcome and are overcoming their self-limiting beliefs and money mindsets!

Do you have a burning question that you’d love to hear answered on a future show?

Please email it to: podcast@yourtaxcoach.biz

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Welcome to another episode of the Life Changing Money podcast!

This week on the Life Changing Money podcast, Barbara Schreihans sits down with Dr. Shea Kramer—Seattle-based chiropractor, entrepreneur, and mama-focused wellness advocate—about the intersection of health, business growth, and family life.

If you’re a health-conscious business owner or a mom curious about holistic care for your kids, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration!

Tune in to learn:

• Shea's Chiropractic Calling – How witnessing her brother’s healing through chiropractic care at age 11 set her on a lifelong path in natural medicine.
• Building a Practice from Scratch – The journey from student loans and no business training to multiple thriving clinics in the Seattle area.
• Pediatric & Prenatal Healing – Why chiropractic care is crucial during pregnancy and how gentle adjustments can help babies with colic, latch issues, and sleep.
• Hiring & Scaling – How she knew it was time to expand her team and her mission to copy-paste her clinic model to meet growing community demand.
• Marketing That Works – The boots-on-the-ground strategies she used to grow her first practice—think farmers markets, BNI groups, and endless networking.
• Posture & Wellness Tips – Simple adjustments for entrepreneurs who sit all day, plus biohacking tools Shea swears by like red light therapy, saunas, and the Emotion Code.
• Plus, hear her tips on working with your spouse, the importance of self-care for healers, and her go-to advice for aspiring chiropractors or anyone looking to build a purpose-driven practice!

Learn More About Dr. Shea Kramer:

Website: https://www.treeoflifeseattle.com
Instagram: @treeoflifeseattle
Locations: Wallingford, Kirkland, and GreenLake, WA

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How To Get Involved:

Life-Changing Money is a podcast all about money. We share stories of how money has impacted and radically changed the lives of others—and how it can do the same for you.

Your host, Barbara Schreihans (pronounced ShREE-hands) is the founder and CEO of Your Tax Coach, and the creator of the Write Off Your Life Course. She is a top tax strategist, business coach, and expert in helping business owners and high-net-worth individuals save millions in taxes while increasing profits.

When she’s not leading her team, coaching clients, or dreaming up new goals for her company, you can find her drinking coffee, hanging out with her family, and traveling the world.

Grab a cup of coffee and become inspired as we hear from those who have overcome and are overcoming their self-limiting beliefs and money mindsets!

Do you have a burning question that you’d love to hear answered on a future show?

Please email it to: podcast@yourtaxcoach.biz

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