With a career spanning over five decades, my guest today, Greg Smith, is a master in asset management and strategic planning for ultra-high-net-worth families. His portfolio ranges from M&A in commercial banking to fiduciary responsibilities in tightly regulated sectors like aviation, chemicals, and real estate investment.In our discussion, we explore a wide range of topics - from optimizing debt-to-equity ratios to the nuances of investing leverage and due diligence, from both the buyer's and seller's perspectives.Whether you’re on the buying or selling side of a transaction, seeking to maximize deal flow, or aiming to refine your wealth management strategies, this episode is a must-listen. In this episode, you’ll learn:✅ How the ultra-wealthy strategically maximize cash flow, reduce risk, minimize taxes, apply leverage, and build long-term wealth. ✅ Best practices for engaging investment bankers for deal structuring, negotiations, property acquisitions, raising capital, and tax-efficient business exits.✅ Tactical due diligence checklists for buyers and sellers to ensure you're covering all bases.Free GiftGet a digital copy of Greg's book, No Locked Doors!: Master the Keys to Transform Problems into Possibilities. Visit LifestyleInvestor.com/151Show Notes: LifestyleInvestor.com/151Free Strategy Session For a limited time, my team is hosting free, personalized consultation calls to learn more about your goals and determine which of our courses or masterminds will get you to the next level. To book your free session, visit LifestyleInvestor.com/consultationThe Lifestyle Investor InsiderJoin The Lifestyle Investor Insider, our brand new AI - curated newsletter - FREE for all podcast listeners for a limited time: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/insiderRate & ReviewIf you enjoyed today’s episode of The Lifestyle Investor, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review.Connect with Justin DonaldFacebookYouTubeInstagramLinkedInTwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.