Mark Robinson, CEO and co-founder of International Academy of Wealth, shares his 30-year journey from broke Kiwi immigrant to helping hundreds of families achieve financial independence in under 10 years. After building six successful companies, losing $2 million to fraud, and spending another million fixing accounting mistakes, Mark walked away from his financial planning license to speak the truth about wealth building. Discover why Australia’s Big Four banks are among the world’s most profitable, how to negotiate credit card debt without damaging your credit rating, and why Mark believes financial literacy beats institutional advice every time. He reveals his controversial “no dickhead policy” for members, explains the wealth pyramid strategy focusing 80% on foundational assets, and drops the bombshell that he’s now taking on Australian banks with his own banking platform.

(04:00) Losing $2 million to fraud and million-dollar accounting disaster lessons learned

(16:00) Why Australian Big Four banks rank top 10 globally and de-banking strategies

(26:00) Cash flow strategies beyond property including 8% monthly return opportunities

(36:00) Government grants artificially inflating property prices by exact grant amounts overnight

(44:00) Taking on Australian banking system and building sovereign wealth platform launch

About Mark:

Mark Robinson has spent over 30 years helping everyday Australians and New Zealanders take control of their financial future. He is the CEO and co-founder of the International Academy of Wealth, is dedicated to teaching simple, practical strategies that empower people to build real independence. 

After launching multiple businesses and working as a financial adviser, Mark saw firsthand how the system is built to serve institutions, not everyday families. So, he stepped away and built something different, a clear path to financial freedom that anyone can follow. 

Through the Academy, Mark and his wife Billie have helped hundreds of families create passive income and achieve financial independence in under 10 years. 

Connect with Mark:

Visit the website: www.theinternationalacademyofwealth.com

Follow Mark on LinkedIn: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/markrobinsonwealthacademy/
 

About Julian:

Julian Khursigara is the CEO of Search Party Property, a Sydney-based buyers agency helping busy professionals build sustainable investment portfolios with clarity and confidence. With over two decades in customer experience and loyalty across the Asia-Pacific region, Julian brings a sharp, data-driven lens to property investing. What began as a personal passion quickly became a mission—to close the knowledge gap and empower everyday Australians to invest smarter. In recognition of this impact, Search Party Property was named a Finalist for Buyers Agency of the Year, and Julian a Finalist for Buyers Agent of the Year at the 2025 REB Awards.

As host of Invest Smarter Grow Faster, Julian draws on his own investing journey and years of strategic insights to demystify property for time-poor professionals. His philosophy is simple: life’s no dress rehearsal, and smart property decisions today create the freedom to choose tomorrow. Through the show, he shares real-world lessons, expert conversations, and proven strategies to help listeners take control of their financial future—one property at a time.

Connect with Julian:

Visit the website: https://searchpartyproperty.com.au/

Follow Julian on LinkedIn: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/buyersagent-sydney-brisbane-melbourne-adelaide-perth/

Follow Julian on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/juliankhursigara_buyersagent/

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https://www.tiktok.com/@julian_buyersagent

Subscribe to Julian Khursigara YouTube Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/@juliankhursigara_buyersagent

If you’d like a personalised review of your financial situation, help setting clear investment goals, and a data-driven strategy to guide your property journey—including insights into high-growth areas and a roadmap to financial freedom—book a time with Julian here: https://calendly.com/julian_spp/45min

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