127 founders (net worth: ~$1M–$100M+) opened up their personal books. Want to see how your finances stack up? https://www.joinhampton.com/wealth-report After a $100M+ exit, Jace Mattinson blew $40K a month chasing lost time, until living the dream nearly ruined it. Here’s what we talk about: Jace shares how he turned a failing 135-year-old business into a $160M exit. Why buying old and boring beat building from scratch. He hit a $5M net worth—then spent $40K/month trying to “make up for lost time.” The moment he realized leisure can become just another grind. How he and his wife navigated the emotional hangover of success. Why founders struggle with freedom, and how he learned to enjoy it. His strategy for protecting wealth and living fully. His monthly expenses for a family with 5 kids under 7. The framework he uses to make time, money, and values actually align. Cool Links: Hampton https://www.joinhampton.com/ Lower Street https://www.lowerstreet.co/ Book mentioned: Die With Zero by Bill Perkins Chapters: (00:00) The Grind and Delayed Gratification (01:41) Financial Breakdown and Investments (03:37) From Corporate Life to Entrepreneurship (05:10) The Influence of Upbringing (07:03) Meeting His Wife and Changing Perspectives (08:47) Turning Around a Struggling Business (14:21) The Exit and New Challenges (15:49) Life After the Sale (18:47) Balancing Family and Personal Time (19:18) Indulging in Expensive Hobbies (20:50) Spending on Experiences vs. Investments (23:26) Finding Balance in Hobbies and Work (27:05) Intentional Living and Regrets (30:18) Current Monthly Expenses and Hobbies (35:55) Future Plans and Bucket List This podcast is a ridiculous concept: high-net-worth people reveal their personal finances. Inspired by real conversations happening in the Hampton community. Your Host: Harry Morton Founder of Lower Street, a podcast production company helping brands launch and grow top-tier podcasts. Co-parents a cow named Eliza.
