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272: Two Year Status Update on Citizenship By Investment May 04, 2023

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It's been two years since Sam (Spain) & Johnny (Ukraine) embarked on their citizenship by investment journies. Find out where they each stand with respect to what they had to go through to qualify, get residency, and what their next options are. They'll go over hidden filing expenses, ongoing costs, and unexpected things that came up along the way that the citizenship sites don't tell. The guys will also go over why the programs they chose may not have been the best options for their particular situation and what some alternative countries' programs are like.

Discussed:

Where we are:

Johnny FD – Phuket, Thailand / IG @johnnyfdj
Sam Marks – Bangkok, Thailand / IG @imsammarks
Derek – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio

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*Johnny and Sam use all of the above services personally.

Time Stamp:

04:00 - Why They Chose Spain & Ukraine
11:00 - Additional Fees To Get Residency
31:04 - Path to Citizenship
30:32 - Why You Can Make Way More From Sober Living
39:54 - Top 10 Residency Programs by Country

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271: Pace Morby on How To Buy Real Estate & Build Wealth Without Cash Apr 20, 2023

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Star of A&E's "Triple Digit Flip" and expert on creative real estate financing Pace Morby joins the show. Derek interviews him on his new book, Wealth Without Cash, and all the types of ways that Pace has been able to accumulate thousands of pieces of property with little or no money down. Johnny and Derek round it out with their own experiences on house flipping, creative financing and what they think about the TV show.

About Pace Morby:

Pace Morby is known as the go-to “sub to guy” bringing creative strategies to the mainstream real estate investment industry such as subject to and seller finance deals. Pace’s high energy and no BS approach has attracted a loyal following across social media. Though he began his real estate journey as a general contractor running a successful business and then as a HomeVestors franchisee, he and his partner have since amassed over 32 million dollars in buy and hold properties while continuing their full operation of wholesale, fix and flip, and many other symbiotic businesses. Pace is on a mission to over deliver on value, showing others that anyone can start in real estate, be successful, and change their lives and their families’ lives for generations.

About Wealth Without Cash

Want to close MORE deals in LESS time for LESS money?
For the first time ever, Pace Morby has compiled everything you need to know to build your real estate portfolio and become a millionaire investor without utilizing your own capital--all within a single book!
From subject-to, to seller finance, and more, these proven creative finance strategies allowed author Pace Morby to acquire more than 1,000 properties and $150 million in assets without using his own cash.
Whether you’re just getting started as an investor or already have a real estate business, Wealth without Cash will fully prepare you to find off-market leads, uncover sellers’ motivations, negotiate with confidence, close more deals, build a team, and much more.

Discussed:

Where we are:

Johnny FD – Phuket, Thailand / IG @johnnyfdj
Sam Marks – Jomptein, Thailand / IG @imsammarks
Derek – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

NetSuite
For the first time in NetSuite’s twenty-two years as the #1 cloud financial system, you can defer payments of a FULL NetSuite implementation for six months. Learn more at NetSuite.com/ILAB.

Like these investments? Try them with these special ILAB links:

Fundrise – Start with only $1,000 into their REIT funds (non-accredited investors OK)
*Johnny and Sam use all of the above services personally.

Time Stamp:

08:12 - Johnny's LA House Flip
12:26 - Pace Morby Interview Begins
18:25 - Why You Should Look for "Expired Listings"
30:32 - Why You Can Make Way More From Sober Living
34:31 - Types of Creative Financing
53:00 - Johnny & Derek's Thoughts on Pace's Strategy & Show

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270: Q1 2023 Quarterly Update with Sam & Johnny Apr 13, 2023

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It's quarterly update time and Sam & Johnny are together in the same place for this one! They both record from Thailand and cover all things in their recent travels. The guys cover value in Thailand, Japan, business vs economy flights, credit card points, and more. Sam & Johnny both discuss their plans for the upcoming quarter and where they plan on living. In the Patreon only section, they cover what they invested in this quarter and where they are keeping their cash to earn some interest. That section is only available to Invest Like a Boss Patreon members and can be instantly accessed along with hundreds of other member only posts for just $5/month at Patreon.com/InvestLikeaBoss.

Discussed:

Where we are:

Johnny FD – Jomptein, Thailand / IG @johnnyfdj
Sam Marks – Jomptein, Thailand / IG @imsammarks
Derek – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

Daffy
Daffy helps you maximize one of the most generous tax deductions - charitable contributions, allowing you to contribute cash, stock, or crypto on a one-time or recurring basis, take the tax deduction at the time of the contribution, and then distribute those funds to nearly U.S. 501(c)(3). Invest Like a Boss listeners get a free $25 to give to the charity of your choice when you visit Daffy.org/BOSS.

Like these investments? Try them with these special ILAB links:

Fundrise – Start with only $1,000 into their REIT funds (non-accredited investors OK)
*Johnny and Sam use all of the above services personally.

Time Stamp:

01:44 - Where Sam and Johnny are Located
09:23 - Bali vs. Thailand Life
11:27 - Sam Loves Japan and Why
19:13 - Why Price of Business Class Isn't Worth It
25:05 - Why Living Frugally is Important Even When You Have Money

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269: Jade Warshaw on Paying off $460K in Debt & Working Alongside Dave Ramsey Apr 06, 2023

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Dave Ramsey's newest on-air personality hire Jade Warshaw is our guest on this episode. Derek will talk to her about how she was able to pay off $460K in debt using the Ramsey method while working in music, doing side hustles and practicing life hacks. Jade also gets into what it's like working alongside Dave Ramsey on their show - which is a consistent Top 20 Podcast in the U.S. Johnny & Derek round it out about their thoughts on the Ramsey plan and how they may disagree with certain aspects of it. The guys also get into some of the crazy side hustles they had while trying to pay off their own debt.

About Jade Warshaw:

At Ramsey Solutions, Jade Warshaw serves as a debt elimination expert, financial coach and co-host of The Ramsey Show. Jade has a professional background in entertainment and has performed in over 92 countries worldwide. She has appeared on Fox News and Cheddar News and been featured in Fortune magazine. Since paying off over $460,000 in debt with her husband, Sam, Jade has been helping others achieve financial peace. As a co-host of The Ramsey Show, the second-largest talk radio show in America, Jade helps people pay off debt by teaching them to shift their mindset and actions around money.

Discussed:

Where we are:

Johnny FD – Pattaya, Thailand / IG @johnnyfdj
Sam Marks – Bangkok / IG @imsammarks
Derek – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

Indeed
No one understands that every single hire counts more than Indeed. Get hiring now when you visit Indeed.com/ILAB.

Like these investments? Try them with these special ILAB links:

Fundrise – Start with only $1,000 into their REIT funds (non-accredited investors OK)
*Johnny and Sam use all of the above services personally.

Time Stamp:

05:50 - Derek & Johnny's Thoughts on the Ramsey Plan
14:28 - Interview with Jade Begins
26:00 - Jade's Side Hustles to Pay Off Debt
35:09 - What Jade Adds to the Ramsey Lineup
49:20 - Derek & Johnny's Side Hustles to Pay Debt

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268: Russians Driving Up Real Estate in Bali & Thailand Mar 30, 2023

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Johnny & Sam are in the same country for the first time in nearly 2 years! They both find themselves in Thailand, but things have changed drastically since the last time they were there. Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine happened in February 2022, Russians have been fleeing in droves. Top on their list of destinations has been Bali & Thailand. We invite a Bali Airbnb company to give us their expert opinion on what's going on their with the villa rentals. And then Johnny & Sam discuss what they're seeing in Thailand and how it's effecting the real estate market and overall culture.

Discussed:

Where we are:

Johnny FD – Pattaya, Thailand / IG @johnnyfdj
Sam Marks – Bangkok / IG @imsammarks
Derek – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

RAD Diversified
RAD Diversified REIT believes in investments that make money, build a legacy of generational wealth & protect America. Skip the waitlist to invest when you visit RADDiversified.com/investlikeaboss today.

Like these investments? Try them with these special ILAB links:

ArtofFX – Start with just a $10,000 account (reduced from $25,000)
Fundrise – Start with only $1,000 into their REIT funds (non-accredited investors OK)
*Johnny and Sam use all of the above services personally.

Time Stamp:

04:33 - Interview Begins
09:48 - Who's Going to Bali?
20:48 - Johnny & Sam Circle Back
35:07 - Issues with Foreigners Buying Thai Real Estate
39:28 - Russians Influence on Thai Culture

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267: Space Tourism via Balloon with Zero 2 Infinity CEO José Mariano López Urdiales Mar 23, 2023

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In this episode, Derek interviews Zero 2 Infinity Fouder & CEO José Mariano López Urdiales on a unique take on the space trousim industry. Instead of rockets, Zero 2 Infinity is using balloon technology to (hopefully soon) fly humans into space on a more comfortable, leisurely alternative to the rocket. Zero 2 Infinity also has a satellite delivery business that José explains and lays out the investment opportunities. Sam Marks jumps on the intro and outro to tell us where he's been traveling all through Asia, and tell why he is excited for this space technology... but won't be a passenger himself.

About José & Zero 2 Infinity:

Jose Mariano López is the founder and CEO of Zero 2 Infinity, the most active player in Europe in Near Space flights with over 50 successful missions. Jose Mariano is an engineer and a pioneer in NewSpace, whose vision is to make access to Space affordable and sustainable. His seminal work has sparked a renaissance of high-altitude ballooning with applications ranging from telecommunications to Space Tourism. He is a graduate of MIT in Aeronautics and Astronautics and holds 2 patents.

Discussed:

Where we are:

Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
Sam Marks – Bangkok / IG @imsammarks
Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

NetSuite
For the first time in NetSuite’s twenty-two years as the #1 cloud financial system, you can defer payments of a FULL NetSuite implementation for six months. Learn more at NetSuite.com/ILAB.

Like these investments? Try them with these special ILAB links:

ArtofFX – Start with just a $10,000 account (reduced from $25,000)
Fundrise – Start with only $1,000 into their REIT funds (non-accredited investors OK)
*Johnny and Sam use all of the above services personally.

Time Stamp:

03:04 - Where Sam's Been Traveling To in Asia
09:18 - Interview with José Begins
13:32 - What Phase of Space Flight We're Currently In
18:14 - What The Balloon Looks Like
39:40 - How Much Are Tickets?
01:05:26 - Sam & Derek Outro

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266: Navigating the New & Used Car Market Mar 09, 2023

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In this episode, Johnny & Derek discuss one of their favorite subjects - cars! Your vehicle is often the second biggest asset you'll purchase behind your home, so it's important to get what fits your needs best at a great price. They'll discuss the benefits of buying new vs. used, what options are worth paying for, along with some of their favorite cars on the market now. Derek goes over what new car he just bought, how to negotiate with the dealer and get the best deal if you need to finance. Lastly, just for fun, the guys build and price out a new Porsche for Johnny online and see how much more he would have to pay to get something comparable to his used one.

Discussed:

Where we are:

Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
Sam Marks – Japan / IG @imsammarks
Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

Indeed
Indeed knows that when you’re doing everything for your company, you can’t afford to overspend on hiring. Visit Indeed.com/ILAB to start hiring today.

Like these investments? Try them with these special ILAB links:

ArtofFX – Start with just a $10,000 account (reduced from $25,000)
Fundrise – Start with only $1,000 into their REIT funds (non-accredited investors OK)
*Johnny and Sam use all of the above services personally.

Time Stamp:

01:26 - Today's Car Market for Buyers
08:40 - How Derek Was Able to Rent a Car for 5 Years
18:00 - Buying New vs Used
31:20 - What Derek Bought
39:45 - Building Johnny's Porsche Online

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265: RAD Diversified CEO Dutch Mendenhall Talks Turning Disasters into Real Estate Profit Mar 02, 2023

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RAD Diversified CEO Dutch Mendenhall returns to the show (last appeared on ILAB 178 & 194) to give us an update on real estate and so much more! Dutch has previously told us about past visionary moves that he was able to capitalize on and this appearance is no different! Find out how he was able to profit from the Russian-Ukrainian War, why he moved out of California, how he is able to purchase more homes in this economic landscape & more. Plus, he addresses concerns about RAD Diversified brought by our listeners who have previously invested.

About Dutch Mendenhall:
Dutch Mendenhall is a husband, father, American patriot, and gifted visionary. He leads by example and doesn’t believe in quitting. His leadership across six real estate investment funds combines the science of advanced analytics with new-age Artificial Intelligence, resulting in formidable industry-leading performance. In 2007, Dutch turned his strengths from a career coaching baseball toward consulting in the real estate industry. He became a highly sought-after thought leader in developing real estate education and training.
Dutch helped thousands of investors earn millions of dollars in real estate revenue. Yet, he knew that a greater purpose still lay ahead. Then, in 2015, Dutch had a vision for what would become RAD Diversified. An exclusive way for his students to partner with him on real estate investments. He felt the calling to help others secure a future for themselves and their families through the power of real estate done right and done together.
So, Dutch began building the rockstar team and groundbreaking systems needed to accomplish this vision. He partnered with real estate legend Amy Vaughn. Brought on high achievers to design RAD Diversified in a way that would scale up as the vision grew. Today, the RAD Diversified team includes more than 150 people and a portfolio of well over $100 million in diversified real estate assets.
His ethos is best summed up as People First. Dutch is always working for his people: investors, the team of people that drive the funds, vendors, contractors, tenants, and many more. The constant is "Creating Consistent Goodwill for the Business." Dutch does not believe in comparison but sets his sights on his race against himself.

Discussed:

Where we are:

Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
Sam Marks – Japan / IG @imsammarks
Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

RAD Diversified
RAD Diversified REIT believes in investments that make money, build a legacy of generational wealth & protect America. Skip the waitlist to invest when you visit RADDiversified.com/investlikeaboss today.

Like these investments? Try them with these special ILAB links:

ArtofFX – Start with just a $10,000 account (reduced from $25,000)
Fundrise – Start with only $1,000 into their REIT funds (non-accredited investors OK)
*Johnny and Sam use all of the above services personally.

Time Stamp:

02:45 - Dutch's Previous Appearances
05:53 - Interview with Dutch Begins
08:06 - Where RADD Looks to Invest in 2023
11:35 - RADD's Move to Profit from Ukraine War
15:45 - Addressing Liquidity Concerns
20:00 - RADD vs. Public REIT
38:36 - Johnny & Derek's Reactions to Interview

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264: Johnny's Worst Real Estate Investment Feb 23, 2023

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Johnny and Derek sit down for a special one on one episode to discuss Johnny returning to his investment property in Kharkiv, Ukraine. This was his first time back at the property since the war between Russia & Ukraine broke out almost exactly a year earlier. At the time, Johnny's Kharkiv condo seemed like a cash flow dream situation, which thanks to Russia, turned out to be too good to be true. Find out what Johnny found when he arrived and how much he's lost on this investment so far.

Discussed:

Where we are:

Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
Sam Marks – Andorra / IG @imsammarks
Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

Indeed
Indeed knows when you’re growing your own business, you have to make every dollar count. That’s why with Indeed, you only pay for quality applications that match your must-have job requirements. Visit Indeed.com/ilab today.

Like these investments? Try them with these special ILAB links:

ArtofFX – Start with just a $10,000 account (reduced from $25,000)
Fundrise – Start with only $1,000 into their REIT funds (non-accredited investors OK)
*Johnny and Sam use all of the above services personally.

Time Stamp:

01:47 - Update from Kyiv
07:33 - Why Johnny Chose to Invest in Kharkiv
11:26 - The 1% Real Estate Rule
17:38 - Airbnb Fees
22:38 - How Johnny Got Back to Kharkiv
27:30 - State of Johnny's Condo When He Arrive
36:30 - Total Costs So Far and What Revenue Johnny Was Able to Collect

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263: Daffy CEO Adam Nash on State of Silicon Valley & Charitable Giving with Donor Advised Funds Feb 16, 2023

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Sam and Derek partner up on this interview with a man who has been involved in hundreds of Silcon Valley startups as well as working for some of the largest tech companies over the last 30+ years. Daffy Co-Founder/CEO Adam Nash joins the show to talk the current state of technology and funding, and his move to non-profits and charitable giving through his new Donor Advised Fund platform Daffy. Sam and Derek share some stories on their experiences with giving and also have some fun, although embarrassing, stories to share with the audience on how we got this interview to work.

About Adam Nash:
Adam Nash is the co-founder and CEO of Daffy.org, a not-for-profit community built around a new, modern platform for giving. Adam is a seasoned executive, investor, and advisor. Adam currently sits on the Board of Directors for Acorns, the country’s fastest-growing financial wellness system, and Shift Technologies. Adam also teaches the “Personal Finance for Engineers” course at Stanford and was previously president and CEO at Wealthfront.

About Daffy:
Daffy is the Donor-Advised Fund for YouTM, a not-for-profit community built around a new, modern platform for giving, one built around the commitment to give, not the amount you give. It empowers people to be more generous, more often through a seamless mobile experience that helps members set money aside, watch it grow tax-free, and donate to more than 1.5 million charities. Started by technology veterans and backed by Ribbit Capital, XYZ Ventures, and Coinbase Ventures as well as prominent individual investors, Daffy provides a number of
member-focused features that make giving an easy habit to keep. To give with Daffy, visit daffy.org or search “Daffy” in the App Store.

Discussed:

Where we are:

Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj
Sam Marks – Andorra / IG @imsammarks
Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio

Sponsor:

Indeed
Indeed knows when you’re growing your own business, you have to make every dollar count. That’s why with Indeed, you only pay for quality applications that match your must-have job requirements. Visit Indeed.com/ilab today.

Like these investments? Try them with these special ILAB links:

ArtofFX – Start with just a $10,000 account (reduced from $25,000)
Fundrise – Start with only $1,000 into their REIT funds (non-accredited investors OK)
*Johnny and Sam use all of the above services personally.

Time Stamp:

04:36 – Adam Nash's Resume
08:17 - Zoom Issues - Why We Shared the Interview
14:17 - Adam Nash Interview Starts
42:39 - How Daffy Works
53:00 - Tax Savings Benefits of Donor Advised Funds
1:10:51 - Sam & Derek Outro - their DAF Experience

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