He Walked Away at 12 Years… Because the “Safe Path” Was a Trap

He Walked Away at 12 Years… Because the “Safe Path” Was a Trap

March 23, 2026 · 1h 25m · Episode 389

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Mike Goering discusses his decision to leave a 12-year military career and the lessons learned about the sunk cost trap and investing.

He Walked Away After 12 Years… Here’s Why It Paid OffMike Goering on Sunk Cost, Multifamily, and Community-First Investing | ADPI Podcast In this episode of the Active Duty Passive Income (ADPI) Podcast, Mike Goering shares the real story behind walking away from a 12-year military career… and why staying “safe” was actually costing him more. We break down the sunk cost trap, how one rental became a forced wealth engine, and what changed once Mike finally closed his first deal. This episode i...

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