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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:  Zero 2 Infinity Website Jose's LinkedIn Zero 2 Infinity Instagram Zero 2 Infinity Twitter VIDEO: 50% Scale Prototype Balloon The Paper That Initiated The Space Balloon Race VIDEO: Bloostar Rocket Satellite Launch From Near Space 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 If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! If you haven't already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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:  The Suzuki Jimny The Ford Bronco Sport The Lotus Emira The Mazda CX-5 (Derek's Car) The Porsche Cayenne (Johnny's Car) 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 If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! If you haven't already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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:  RAD Diversified Website RADD Facebook RADD Instagram Dutch Mendenhall Facebook Dutch Mendenhall Instagram 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 If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! If you haven't already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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:  Johnny's Kharkiv Condo Tour (Pre-War) Johnny's Journey Back to Kharkiv 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 If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! If you haven't already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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:  For a limited time, Invest Like A Boss listeners, get a free $25 to give to the charity of your choice when they join Daffy with daffy.org/boss @DaffyGiving on Twitter @AdamNash on Twitter 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 If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! If you haven't already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Sam and Johnny kick off the episode talking Sam's trip to Andorra and revisiting the past appearances of our guest this week, Michael Foster. Michael has appeared twice before on ILAB in episodes 63 (Listen Here) and 68 (Listen Here) both back in 2017. Sam then interviews Michael Foster on both the advantages of Closed End Funds (CEFs) and how much money one can really earn from having an investment newsletter subscription. Sam learns he may have been investing with his CEFs in a less effective way as Michael explains his strategy. Johnny & Sam circle back and discuss their investing philosophies for 2023 after a rough last year and if CEFs fit into them.    About Michael Foster:   Michael Foster is the Lead Research Analyst for Contrarian Outlook, where he writes CEF Insider. He has written on high-income assets, dividends, closed-end funds and exchange-traded funds for a number of publications including Forbes, Bankrate and SeekingAlpha. Michael finished his PhD in 2008 and has been advising investors since 2011. Discussed:  CEF Insider Website (Contrarian Outlook) Michael's 1st ILAB Appearance - July 2017 MIchael's 2nd ILAB Appearance - August 2017 CEF Tickers Mentioned: $AIO, $BST, $BSTZ, $ETG, $ETY Where we are: Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Andorra / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: Nom Nom At Nom Nom, we make food that looks like food. Tailored to your pet’s exact needs and backed by years of scientific research. Get 50% off your first 2 week trial when you visit trynom.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: 01:30 – Sam's Trip to Andorra 04:50 - Why we Brought Michael Back on the Show 11:15 - Michael Foster Interview Starts 22:40 - Why Do You Need to Write a Newsletter if You're a Good Investor? 35:20 - Michael's Buy & Sell Strategy for CEFs 43:25 - How Much Money Can You Make on a Newsletter? 59:58 - Would Johnny Invest in CEFs and will Sam Buy More?  If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! If you haven't already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

ChatGPT has taken over the conversations of the internet and (literally) writing millions of new conversations utilizing generative AI technology. We bring back guest Tom Taulli (last on ILAB 163) to break down the basics of ChatGPT technology, the company that created it and how we may be able to invest int he future of Artificial Intelligence. Sam and Derek then go through their experiments with using ChatGPT and its potential world changing impact on technology as we know it.  About Tom Taulli:  Tom Taulli is an advisor/board member to startups and the author of Artificial Intelligence Basics: A Non-Technical Introduction and The Robotic Process Automation Handbook: A Guide to Implementing RPA Systems. He also writes for various publications like Forbes.com, Kiplinger and Barron's. Besides his writings, Tom has founded several high-tech companies. They include WebIPO, BizEquity and Hypermart.net, which was sold to InfoSpace. Discussed:  ChatGPT Module @TTaulli on Twitter Tom's book: Artificial Intelligence Basics (Amazon) Where we are: Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Barcelona / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: Shopify Shopify simplifies selling online and in-person so you can focus on successfully growing your business. Sign up for a $1/month trial period at Shopify.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: 01:41 – Sam & Derek Catch Up 07:56 - Tom Taulli Interview Starts 22:45 - Elon Musk's Involvement 30:15 - AI Investment Ideas 48:30 - Sam & Derek's Experiments with ChatGPT 60:00 - OpenAI Taking on Google If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! If you haven't already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

OmegaBall Founder Anthony Dittmann sits down with Derek Spartz to discuss what it takes to create a whole new sport, how to market and monetize it and how they're raising capital. Sam and Derek catch up and discuss their experiences at an OmegaBall event as well as what potential they see in this very early investment opportunity in the sports industry.  About Anthony Dittmann:  Anthony Dittmann began his career working for the San Diego Chargers until 1998.  After the NFL, he worked for ESPN in several capacities; all involving the design, construction and management of ESPN-owned events including the ESPY Awards and culminating as the Director of Operations as well as Event Director for X Games in Los Angeles, Barcelona, Aspen and Tignes, France. Since the X Games, Dittmann has produced events for NBC Sports and The Enthusiast Network before ultimately starting Kilowatt Events with several colleagues.  Kilowatt specializes in designing and executing major events in music, sports and entertainment that are typically televised.  Major clients include ESPN, NetJets, C3 Presents, Pepsi, The LA Times and the NFL.   In 2018, Dittmann patented (with his colleague Rafael Munaro), a foldable (to 2” wide) dual stream event recycle/trash bin that is poised to rid the industry of the ubiquitous, but ineffective cardboard event trash can. Cerobins have since been bought by major events and facilities including Sofi Stadium and Climate Pledge Arena. In 2020, Anthony invented a new sport called OmegaBall.  Reimagining and revolutionizing the game of soccer with three teams, three goals, no offsides, and no throw-ins (cornerkicks only) in a circular field. All packed into a one-hour match in a field that is half the size of a traditional soccer field.  Headquartered in San Diego, OmegaBall has already appeared on the Fox and ESPN networks with semi-professional players on the pitch.  OmegaBall is also expanding into competitive youth and recreational opportunities through a new partnership with USSSA.  OmegaBall is….  Chaos on the Pitch! Anthony also spent several years as an adjunct professor in the sport business graduate program at California State University, Long Beach and the University of San Francisco.  He is also a helicopter pilot. DISCLOSURE: Sam Marks is related to Anthony Dittmann and, as of this episode's release, has not invested any capital into OmegaBall.  Discussed:  OmegaBall.com @Omegaball_ on TikTok Omegaball YouTube Email Anthony for OmegaBall Investment Deck at anthony@omegaball.com Where we are: Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Barcelona / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio 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: 00:20 – Sam/Derek catchup California Rain & Traffic 03:06 - About OmegaBall and our guest 06:33 - Anthony Dittmann Interview Starts 10:20 - Basics of OmegaBall Rules 19:25 - Derek's Attendance at an OmegaBall Event 32:28 - Wagering on OmegaBall 34:50 - How to Invest in OmegaBall 37:10 - Sam & Derek's Thoughts on OmegaBall If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! If you haven't already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Johnny and Derek kick off the episode with New Year's updates, including a scary moment for Johnny in Kyiv. Then Johnny interviews "The Real Asset Investor" Dave Zook on his various funds and their structures for self-storage, car washes & ATMs. Dave lays out how to invest, who can invest and how to get your federal tax rate into the single digits! Then Johnny & Derek follow up on their thoughts into Dave's investing philosophy and provide an exciting new feature for ILAB Patreons.  About Dave Zook:  Dave is a successful Business owner, Syndicator and an Investment and Tax Strategist. Dave and his team at The Real Asset Investor have placed more than $800M across various asset classes which offer Cash Flow, Tax Impact and Equity Growth for investors. These asset classes include ATMs, Car Washes, Energy, Self-Storage and more. He and his team are one of the Top 5 ATM Fund Operators in the country. Dave was an early investor in Bitcoin and Digital Assets, and he holds an advisory role at Off the Chain Capital, one of the top performing funds in the world for the last 5 years. Dave is a sought-after speaker and has shared his knowledge across various media platforms such as The International Business Conference, The Real Estate Guys Radio Show, Cashflow Ninja and others. Dave and his wife Susan along with their 4 children live in Lancaster, PA. Discussed:  TheRealAssetInvestor.com Dave Zook Facebook Dave Zook Instagram Email Dave Zook's team directly at info@therealassetinvestor.com Where we are: Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Barcelona / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: Nom Nom At Nom Nom, we make food that looks like food. Tailored to your pet’s exact needs and backed by years of scientific research. Get 50% off your first 2 week trial when you visit trynom.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: 02:00 – Rockets over Kyiv 07:55 - About Dave Zook 11:10 - Dave Zook Interview Starts 22:35 - How Dave Pays Nearly Zero Tax 40:15 - Johnny & Derek's Thoughts on Investing with Dave  If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! If you haven't already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Johnny and Sam go over the end of year 2022/Quarterly Updates. They talk about settling into their respective homes in Barcelon and Kyiv. Johnny traveled to Greece to await his permanent Ukraine residency and Sam went on a month long trip through Japan. The guys talk what daily life looks like in Ukraine during the war, Sam's upcoming job freedom and more! This is only the public portion of the podcast, if you'd like the entire show in audio and video formats including our actual portfolios, you can instantly access when you join the ILAB Patreon.  Where we are: Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Barcelona / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: Shopify Get serious about selling and try Shopify today. Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at Shopify.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: 05:40 – Sam's South Carolina House 12:12 - Johnny on Kyiv 18:16 - Ukraine Blackout Schedule 24:40 - Johnny in Greece. 29:45 - Sam's New Freedom  38:00 - Sam's 2023 Travel Plans If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! If you haven't already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Johnny and Derek go over the Top 10 guests of 2022 on the Invest Like a Boss podcast. List was compiled using votes and download numbers and topics range anywhere from crypto to wine to traveling the world and more! Tune in to find out who made the top guest of the year! Listen to ILAB 257 on iTunes here or subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Where we are: Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Barcelona / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: Nth Venture Nth Venture is a venture studio building businesses from scratch. Their mission is to bring genuine ownership to Main Street. Learn how to invest now at nthventure.com 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: 10:34 – #10 : 229: Sam's Firsthand Bordeaux En Primeurs Week Experience 15:09 – #9 : 226: Economics of Adult Entertainment with Dan Leal 21:58 – #8 : 231: Investing in Luxury Watches with European Watch Company's Joshua Ganjei 29:21 – #7 : 217 : Codie Sanchez on Overcoming Obstacles to Hustle & Think Like a Contrarian 34:31 – #6 : 218: Saifedean Ammous Explains The Bitcoin Standard 42:38 – #5 : 241: Buy This, Not That with Financial Samurai Sam Dogen 41:55 – #4 : 244: Meb Faber Returns to Talk Inflation 53:39 – #3 : 254: Return of the “King of Self-Storage” Kevin Shee 59:45 – #2 : 221: "Adventure Capitalist" Author Jim Rogers 66:46 – #1 : 227: Travel for (Almost) Free with Credit Card Points Hacking If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven’t already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here!  Copyright 2022. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.

In the wake of the FTX collapse, we invite BTCGandalf to the show. He is a mysterious supporter of Bitcoin under the guise of Lord of the Rings’ Gandalf. Gandalf talks about what happened to FTX, how healthy other exchanges may be, and the most secure way to store your coins. Derek reveals to Sam a major change in his crypto investment and seeks advice on what to do next in this wild market. In his previous life, Gandalf was a real estate broker and entrepreneur for a decade. He created his pseudonymous Twitter in early 2021 as he began to get interested in Bitcoin and now dedicates his full time-attention to Bitcoin both independently and through his work with Companies in the space. Listen to ILAB 256 on iTunes here or subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Where we are: Johnny FD – Moldova / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Barcelona / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: ShopifyGet 14 days free and access Shopify’s full suite of features to get selling online today! Just go to Shopify.com/ilab to get started. Discussed: Twitter: @BTCGandalf Bitcoin, Not Blockchain - Unchained Capital Bitcoin Fundamentals: A Podcast on Bitcoin Don't Buy Bitcoin! | Andreas M. Antonopoulos & Simon Dixon | Bitcoin HARDTalk #5 only the strong survive | stuff by allen 21 Lessons FTX Super Bowl Don't miss out with Larry David  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: 10:30 – How did you come up with the persona of Gandalf? 13:50 – Should we be concerned about other crypto sites? 15:26 – Did you have any direct experience with FTX? 18:30 – What happened to anyone who was holding funds with FTX? 23:15 – How can you protect your money in crypto? 28:10 – What's the process for selling your crypto? 30:24 – Is Bitcoin your go to crypto currency? 33:09 – Do you think the drop in Bitcoin is connected to the FTX collapse? 36:47 – Any thoughts on the economies that embrace bitcoin as a currency? 38:51 – Do you see any restrictions being put on crypto currency? 41:30 – What happens when bitcoin “halves”? 44:45 – Patreon: Any action people can take who have investments in Celsius? 45:18 – Patreon: Is crypto a speculation or money remittance instrument? 46:53 – Are there any good indicators that tell you a coin will go up in value? If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven’t already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here!  Copyright 2022. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.

Johnny and Derek do a one-on-one episode to talk about the effects of inflation across the World. Although media outlets may make it seem like inflation is solely an American issue, it is something that affects every country. Johnny and Derek will go over their next travel plans and what they are seeing in each of their respective locations as far as inflation is concerned. Johnny also gives advice on some hacks to fight inflation that anyone can use to their advantage. Listen to ILAB 255 on iTunes here or subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Where we are: Johnny FD – Moldova / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Japan / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: IndeedIndeed knows that when you’re doing everything for your company, you can’t afford to overspend on hiring. Visit indeed.com/ILAB for more details. Discussed: 12-month percentage change, Consumer Price Index Inflation Rate - Countries 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: 04:50 – Why is it that Spending US in other countries an inflation hack? 14:13 – Is it better to exchange currency in the US or in the country you are traveling to? 16:09 – Which countries have the lowest and highest inflations? 19:10 – How does the US compare to the rest of world with inflation? 25:44 – Has Derek felt the effect of inflation? 32:30 – How is the inflation rate calculated? 34:55 – Do you think Gas and electricity is high or low now in the US? 39:07 – Has the cost of some electronics reduced? 45:06 – How has the cost of clothing and apparel changed? 47:20 – What about real estate and how has inflation had an effect? 52:40 – How has inflation affected purchase of new and old cars? If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven’t already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here!  Copyright 2022. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.

Sam’s friend and Hong Kong “King of Self-Storage” Kevin Shee returns to the podcast for his 3 rd appearance. Kevin previously appeared on ILAB 07 & ILAB 106. Kevin goes over his attempted transition out of self-storage and into passive investor and why it failed. He goes over his current business model in Hong Kong and why he’s brought Sam along for a new business venture in Japan. Sam and Kevin also go over the intricacies of Japan’s daily life and why it’s so traveler unfriendly to visit. Then Sam and Johnny recap their status and discuss their thoughts on Kevin, as they both personally know him. And Johnny reveals that he recently attempted to get a very odd job in Japan. Kevin Shee is the owner of SC Storage, Hong Kong’s leading low-cost self-storage provider with over 60 convenient locations in Hong Kong and Macau, and more than 18,000 self-storage units. He started his self-storage business 18 years ago and has consistently grown in locations and customers. When it comes to self-storage, he is the king! Listen to ILAB 254 on iTunes here or subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Where we are: Johnny FD – Greece / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Japan / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: ShopifyGet 14 days free and access Shopify’s full suite of features to get selling online today! Just go to Shopify.com/ilab to get started. Discussed: SC Storage 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: 11:33 – Why is Japan difficult for foreigners to travel within? 16:15 – How did you become semi-fluent in Japanese? 20:14 – How did we get into biking? 22:23 – What impressed Sam about Japan? 27:55 – Why wouldn’t you move to Japan? 29:43 – Can you tell us about your Bali residence and how you got to purchase it? 36:51 – Why is Sam so impressed with Dubai? 39:33 – What's the state of self storage? 49:49 – Do you plan to open more properties in Hong Kong or abroad? 53:00 – What is Sam’s plan for 2023? 56:40 – What is Kevin Shee's new “fashion item”? If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven’t already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here!  Copyright 2022. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.

Johnny & Derek sit down for a one on one episode to compare their respective cost of living expenses. Johnny has utilized location arbitrage by living in cheaper countries outside the U.S. while Derek lives in one of the most expensive cities in the U.S., Los Angeles. They’ll break it down by category and find out who is getting the better deal in each. Johnny also gives helpful tips for those considering relocating from the U.S.   Listen to ILAB 253 on iTunes here or subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Where we are: Johnny FD – Greece / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Thailand / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: IndeedIndeed knows that when you’re doing everything for your company, you can’t afford to overspend on hiring. Visit indeed.com/ILAB for more details.   Discussed: Cost of Living Gasoline prices around the world 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: 07:18 – Where did you start Johnny and where have you been living the last 10 years? 09:05 – Are there any cities out there that are surprisingly quite cheap to live in? 15:41 – First let’s talk about housing? 19:32 – What about how the cost of utilities varies? 24:55 – How much do you think air bnb’s cost in california? And how does it compare to other countries? 28:33 – How does insurance vary from country to country? 31:05 – Johnny and Derek compare their monthly grocery bills 37:15 – What's the average price of having a night out for drinks? 44:29 – What's the “Big Mac” Index? 50:55 – How does Health insurance compare? 58:57 – Transportation costs between owning a car and public transit? If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven’t already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here!  Copyright 2022. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.

A timely topic we’ve been hearing about from listeners for months – U.S. I Bonds. These are bonds issued by the U.S. Treasury to hedge against inflation and currently pay an incredible 9.62% rate… but there are a lot of restrictions and time is running out! We invite CFP Maggie Gomez, aka Money with Maggie, to the show to break down the ins and outs of I Bonds. Then Johnny and Derek discuss if they think I Bonds are a good play or if your money is better served invested elsewhere. Maggie Gomez is on a mission to help you feel strong and confident in your financial situation. Maggie’s professional experience in major brokerage firms made her realize that clients with less than 6 or 7 figures to invest weren’t getting quality attention from a financial professional. That left most people with nowhere to turn to manage their financial life and start investing in their future! So that is why she started “Money with Maggie” Experience: CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (designation received after a 12-month intense study program and 6-hour exam covering a full spectrum of financial planning topics)  8 years of experience working at Charles Schwab, Morgan Stanley, and E*TRADE Held a FINRA Series 7 License (Stock Broker, i.e. I sold investment products) Held a FINRA Series 66 License (licensed to offer investment advice) Listen to ILAB 252 on iTunes here or subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Where we are: Johnny FD – Greece / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Thailand / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: IndeedIndeed knows that when you’re doing everything for your company, you can’t afford to overspend on hiring. Visit indeed.com/ILAB for more details. Discussed: Treasury Direct Money with Maggie Maggie's Free Passive Income Workshop 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: 10:00 – What is an I-Bond? 11:11 – What is the interest right now and how long are you locked in for? 12:41 – What do you expect the next interest rate to be? 14:16 – Is there a limit on how much you can purchase? 15:26 – Patreon question: Can you gift I-bonds to family members or friends? 16:07 – Patreon question: Is there any other way to purchase the I-Bonds other than the website? 17:05 – How often can you buy I-Bonds and can you buy more under other LLCs? 18:05 – Do you purchase I-Bonds and why? 19:52 – Why do you think no one talks about Bonds anymore? 23:10 – Do you have to be a US citizen to purchase the Bonds? 23:35 – Patreon Question: How is the rate calculated? 24:18 – Has it only recently become popular with your clients? 30:48 – What do you think the interest rate will be in October 2023? 32:16 – How do your clients feel about the stock market currently? If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven’t already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here!  Copyright 2022. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.

Sam and Johnny go over their adventures during the third quarter of 2022. Johnny has been bouncing around Europe while waiting for his permanent residency to come through for Ukraine while Sam has been between Barcelona, Tajikistan and Thailand working on an exciting new business deal. Hear those stories and more on this free to the public podcast version. Afterward, the guys go over their portfolio performance (including screenshots) in the Patreon-exclusive section. Plus, Sam gets into detail why he is getting royal treatment on his business dealings in Tajikistan. You can access all of these parts of the show for as little as $5 a month at https://www.patreon.com/investlikeaboss Listen to ILAB 251 on iTunes here or subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Where we are: Johnny FD – Austria / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Thailand / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: IndeedIndeed knows that when you’re doing everything for your company, you can’t afford to overspend on hiring. Visit indeed.com/ILAB for more details. 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: 04:10 – What are the headlines of this Quarter? 05:37 – Why was Johnny in Paris? 08:52 – How Sam got stuck in Tajikistan 11:55 – Johnny’s changes to how he travels 19:16 – Johnny almost move to Chiang Mai 21:38 – Thailand “Special” Visa 25:37 – Sam's travels over the past few months If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven’t already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here!  Copyright 2022. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.

Derek interviews Stocktwits CEO Rishi Khanna to talk about social investing, how Stocktwits can help you invest smarter and how they are evolving. Then Derek and Johnny catch up with their travels and Johnny has an update on his status to get back into Ukraine. Rishi Khanna is the CEO of Stocktwits, the original social platform for individual investors and traders with 6M registered members. Before Stocktwits, Rishi was Managing Director at SS&C GlobeOp at SS&C Technologies Holdings Inc, where he had overall responsibility for sales, product, operations and strategic direction of a number of businesses serving the alternative assets industry. In 2007, Rishi co-founded and served as President of Novus, a global portfolio intelligence platform company that invented the art of portfolio intelligence, solving unique data and analytics challenges facing capital allocators and fund managers across liquid and illiquid investments. Prior to co-founding Novus, Rishi was responsible for the development of the technology and product platforms for Gerson Lehrman Group. Rishi holds a B.S. in Computer Science from Cornell University. Listen to ILAB 250 on iTunes here or subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Where we are: Johnny FD – Austria / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Tajikistan / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: ShopifyGet 14 days free and access Shopify’s full suite of features to get selling online today! Just go to Shopify.com/ilab to get started. Discussed Stocktwits 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: 14:25 – Can you give us the origins of Stocktwits? 16:18 – Lets talk about the “cashtag” 18:13 – What is your background and how did you get to Stocktwits? 22:10 – How have you seen the landscape change since starting at the beginning of the pandemic? 26:32 – How many registered users do you have and what is the activity like? 30:35 – What kind of data can you research on Stocktwits and does it help an individual investor? 36:02 – What reactions were you seeing on Stocktwits when the market activity was high? 37:58 – Do you have a team looking for fraudulent trades? 41:11 – Patreon: Is there a way to reward users who are doing well? 42:32 – Patreon: Do you have performance tracking and what makes you different from other similar apps? 45:25 – Fun closing questions, who do you follow, any cool stories, any celebrities you have worked with? 49:32 – Where do you see Stocktwits in about 5 years? If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven’t already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here!  Copyright 2022. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.

Johnny and Derek discuss an investing game plan for a (hopefully) potential victory for Ukraine in their ongoing war with Russia. They talk about real estate, infrastructure, industry and more in Ukraine around what they’ll need to recover in a post-war environment. Johnny also gives us an update on what he’s seeing from Ukraine and why he thinks a victory over Russia in the coming months could be a possibility. Listen to ILAB 249 on iTunes here or subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Where we are: Johnny FD – United Kingdom / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Barcelona / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: IndeedIndeed knows that when you’re doing everything for your company, you can’t afford to overspend on hiring. Visit indeed.com/ILAB for more details. Discussed 183: Kiev Real Estate Recovery Funds Founder John Suggit 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: 02:57 – Johnny elaborates on his permanent residency in Ukraine and some benefits 12:38 – What is the update on the war between Ukraine and Russia? 22:42 – Where do you see the war going in the coming months? 28:15 – What is the best thing to invest in Ukraine? 32:56 – Why is the real estate market so cheap and why can’t you purchase with a mortgage? 34:23 – Where is the best place in Ukraine to purchase Real Estate? 38:44 – What about investing/working in the rebuilding of infrastructure in Ukraine? 42:05 – Johnny’s attempt at buying a tiny home? 48:40 – What has everyday life look like in Ukraine during the War? 54:25 – Where do you see Ukraine as an investment market next year? If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven’t already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here!  Copyright 2022. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.

Derek goes on site to the Los Angeles headquarters of Azure 3D Printed Homes to see how their approach to affordable housing with 3D printing differs from Boxabl’s assembly line approach (ILAB Episode 245). Derek sits down with co-founder Gene Eidelman to talk how he went from growing up in Ukraine to running a startup to solve the housing shortage. Then Derek and Johnny discuss if they’d invest in this, and how they’d utilize these homes for themselves. Gene Eidelman is a co-founder of Azure Printed Homes, the first-to-market construction company to utilize 3D printing technology and recycled materials to create modern prefab units 70% faster than traditional building methods, while making a positive impact on the environment. Gene went to undergrad school at USC and holds an MBA from Pepperdine. He was recognized for resettling 6,000 refugees from the former Soviet Union in the late 80s by the United States Jaycees. In addition, he appeared on Oprah Winfrey Show, and served on numerous non-profit educational organizations in the US, India, and the UK. He has over 35 years of experience building and developing residential properties. His startup before Azure was an education management company which he grew to $120MM in revenue with 1,800 employees on three continents. He co-founded Azure in 2019. Azure initially bootstrapped its growth and raised a pre-seed angel round earlier this year and is in the middle of a $5MM seed round raise. Azure generates $400K/mo in revenue and has over $14MM in pre-orders. Mass production of the units will begin before the end of this year. Listen to ILAB 248 on iTunes here or subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Where we are: Johnny FD – Ukraine / IG @johnnyfdj Sam Marks – Barcelona / IG @imsammarks Derek Spartz – Los Angeles / IG @DerekRadio Sponsor: Netsuite Join the over 31,000 businesses that use the #1 Cloud Financial System now at Netsuite.com/ILAB and receive a special one-of-a-kind financing offer. Discussed Azure Printed Homes Invest in Azure Printed Homes Azure Printed Homes (@azureprintedhomes) 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: 10:54 – What is your background and how did you get here from Ukraine? 13:30 – What housing problem is Azure trying to solve? 15:45 – How can you build a house from a 3D printer? 18:06 – What customization options are there? 20:01 – What advantage do you have by 3D printing as compared to assembly lines like your competitors? 21:38 – What comes with the unit? 24:05 – Why do you think LA is the best spot to start the business? 25:48 – How do you think people will utilize their homes? 27:10 – What is the pricing of the units? 28:00 – What permits do you need to get approval for the home? 29:14 – How many pre-orders do you have and how soon are the units going to be ready? 32:23 – How much have you raised thus far in investment and what is the goal? 35:52 – What are the requirements to invest and what fees are associated? 37:07 – What's the future of azure? If you enjoyed this episode, do us a favor and share it! Also if you haven’t already, please take a minute to leave us a 5-star review on iTunes and claim your bonus here!  Copyright 2022. All rights reserved. Read our disclaimer here.