Episode 52: The Exact Number You Need to Never Have to Work Again...and Why It's Probably Less Than You Think with Kris Kohlstedt
Podcast: Strength in Numbers with Marcus CriglerPublished On: Fri Mar 27 2026
Description: How much money do you actually need to make in life?In this episode, Kris Kohlstedt breaks down a question most entrepreneurs avoid but desperately need to answer. Instead of chasing bigger deals, more flips, or endless income goals, Kris shares a different approach. It is to define your number, build toward it, and design a life that makes sense.Listen and enjoy the show!You’ll Learn How To:Define your personal “enough” numberShift from chasing deals to creating real long-term wealthUse better financial systems to make smarter decisionsStay profitable even when the market shiftsWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(03:11) What Kris Kohlstedt does in the real estate space(04:17) The mindset shift from chasing profit to helping sellers(05:45) The “commission breath” trap(08:20) Inside their current operation: ~9 deals/month with a lean team(09:34) The “Core Six” concept(11:28) How to stay lean(13:01) Measuring value in non-sales roles(15:49) Practices to improve the financial situation(20:15) What to do when flips stop selling(21:24) Small upgrades that make properties sell faster(23:23) Introduction to the “Aji” philosophy(25:45) How much money do you need to live your life?(30:18) The real goal in the real estate business(31:45) The value you give determines the value you receive(34:04) Better decisions = better results(34:49) The uncommon knowledge defined(35:51) Connect with Kris KohlstedtWho This Episode is For:Entrepreneurs who are trying to figure out their end goalAnyone who are tired of chasing moreBusiness owners looking to run lean without sacrificing growthWhy You Should Listen:This episode offers a different perspective. One where you build intentionally, make smarter decisions, and create a business that supports your life, not the other way around.Connect with Kris Kohlstedt:Website: https://krisandcody.com/ Website: https://propertybuyersar.com/ Connect with Marcus Crigler:Website: https://beccfo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-crigler-cpa-977a45b7 Facebook: https://facebook.com/marcus.crigler
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