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Invest Like a Billionaire

The insider’s guide to alternative investing. Each week, join Aspen Funds’ Bob and Ben Fraser to hear the latest insights from the world of alternative investing. We’ll give you an inside look at the portfolios of everyday millionaires who are making real returns and passive income through alternative investments in real estate, private equity, hedge funds, and more. And we’ll keep you up-to-date with market news, macroeconomics and investable megatrends so you can invest with confidence. Find out more at https://www.thebillionairepodcast.com/ or join us at https://aspenfunds.us/
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167. Multifamily: Apocalypse or Opportunity? feat. Neal Bawa

Neal Bawa, CEO & Founder of UGro and Grocapitus, explores the latest market trends, the repercussions of recent economic changes, and the future landscape and opportunities of multifamily investing. Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Neal Bawa on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/neal-bawa/⁠ Access our FREE training on How to Invest in Private Credit: ⁠https://www.privatecreditmasterclass.com/sign-up⁠ Access our FREE Economi...

Jul 11, 202446 minEp. 167

166. Opportunities in Venture Debt feat. Jeremy Hill

Jeremy Hill, Founder and Managing Partner of JB Capital, shares his journey in the alternative investment space, focusing on private credit and corporate credit. This conversation with Ben Fraser covers the broader landscape of private credit, the shift from banks to private funding, and the growing opportunities in real estate and corporate lending. Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Jeremy Hill on LinkedIn ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.co...

Jun 27, 202440 minEp. 166

165. Buy Then Build: WSJ Bestselling Author on Buying Businesses

Walker Deibel, Founder of Acquisition Lab and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of 'Buy Then Build', joins to discuss the world of entrepreneurship through acquisition, sharing insights on buying and growing small businesses. Discover his mastermind coaching program, Acquisition Lab, designed to help budding entrepreneurs succeed. Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠ Connect with Walker Deibel on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/walkerdeibel/ Exp...

Jun 20, 202450 minEp. 165

164. Top 5 Episodes of the First Half of 2024

Welcome to this recap of our top 5 episodes of the first half of the year. Watch the full episodes below. 1. Replicating Hedge Funds Using Machine Learning feat. Bob Elliott https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U26-EZnV_7M 2. Private Credit Masterclass - Part 1 feat. Anton Mattli: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRDGuxR76-Y 3. The Billion Dollar Mind feat. Rick Macci and Nivedita Uberoi Jerath: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pydzGwfy6Lk 4. Niche Assets: Tax Receivable Agreements feat. Andy Lee https...

Jun 13, 202430 minEp. 164

163. WSJ’s Most Accurate Economist feat. Dr. Belinda Román

Dr. Belinda Román, St. Mary's University associate professor, joins to discuss what led to her optimistic forecasts in 2023 and her outlook for 2024 & 2025. Connect with Bob Fraser on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobfraser10/ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/ Connect with Belinda Roman on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-roman-19726150/ Invest Like a Billionaire podcast is sponsored by Aspen Funds which focuses on macro-driven alt...

Jun 06, 202436 minEp. 163

162. Trust Your Gut? The Science of Intuition feat. Sunil Godse

Can intuition make you a better investor? Hosted by Ben Fraser, guest Sunil Godse reveals how experiential, relational, situational, and creative intuition shape smart decisions and prevent costly mistakes. Tune in for practical insights on intuitive investing. Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Sunil Godse on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunilgodse/ Invest Like a Billionaire podcast is sponsored by Aspen Funds which focuses on ...

May 30, 202450 minEp. 162

161. Building Wealth Through Business Acquisitions feat. Nick McLean

In this episode we discuss strategies for buying and growing businesses, how to choose the best sell-side advisors, and actionable insights for all business owners and investors. Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠ Connect with Nick McLean on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickmcleanfpi/ Invest Like a Billionaire podcast is sponsored by Aspen Funds which focuses on macro-driven alternative investments for accredited investors.⁠ ⁠⁠https://aspenfun...

May 23, 202443 minEp. 161

160. How Data Analytics is Revolutionizing Horse Racing feat. Jeff Seder

Explore horse racing's new frontier with Jeff Seder of EQB. Discover his groundbreaking Moneyball-inspired tactics, challenging pedigree norms for investment success in this dynamic industry. Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠ Connect with Jeff Seder on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jseder/ Invest Like a Billionaire podcast is sponsored by Aspen Funds which focuses on macro-driven alternative investments for accredited investors.⁠ ⁠https://aspenf...

May 16, 202435 minEp. 160

159. Replicating Hedge Funds Using Machine Learning feat. Bob Elliott

We discuss the use of machine learning to create products that replicate the index returns of alternative investments. We talk about the impact on hedge funds, venture capital, and private equity. Bob Elliott is the Co-founder and CIO of Unlimited Funds, a company dedicated to creating an Indexing revolution in the Alternative Investments space. Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/ Connect with Bob Elliott on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ttoillebob/...

May 09, 202448 minEp. 159

158. The Billion Dollar Mind feat. Rick Macci and Nivedita Uberoi Jerath

Legendary tennis coach Rick Macci and co-author Nivedita Uberoi Jerath discuss the mindset that separates regular individuals from world champions. From coaching Serena and Venus Williams, discover their winning strategies in this insightful episode. Connect with Rick Macci on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/rick-macci-tennis-academy / Connect with Nivedita Uberoi Jerath on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/nivedita-jerath-7097b044/ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ww...

May 02, 202443 minEp. 158

157. Understanding Interval Funds feat. Kimberly Ann Flynn

We discuss a niche in the alternative market, interval funds & closed-end funds. Kimberly Ann Flynn, Founder of XA Investments and a seasoned MBA from Harvard, shares her expertise in this market. We talk about her journey, how private credit and real estate interact with interval funds generating yields north of 10%, and the growing access for non-accredited investors. Connect with Kimberly Ann Flynn on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberlyannflynn/ Connect with Ben Fraser on Linked...

Apr 25, 202439 minEp. 157

156. How to Build and Protect Generational Wealth feat. Whitney Elkins-Hutten

In this episode, we have a very insight conversation on wealth-building and preservation with financial expert Whitney Elkins-Hutten. She shares invaluable tips and strategies honed from over 20 years of private investing, consulting, and leading companies. Connect with Whitney Elkins-Hutten on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneyelkinshutten/ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠ Invest Like a Billionaire podcast is sponsored by Aspen Funds whic...

Apr 18, 202448 minEp. 156

155. Moving from Passive to Active Investor feat. Seth Bradley

In this episode, we have a fascinating conversation with Seth Bradley who is the Chief Legal Officer at TribeVest. We dive deep into the insights from someone who's seen both sides of the investment world - from passive strategies to active capital raising. We also discuss the red and yellow flags in legal documents, the skills required for syndications, and much more. Connect with Seth Bradley on LinkedIn ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethpaulbradley/⁠ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠https:...

Apr 11, 202438 minEp. 155

154. Helicopter Financing 101 feat. Matt Rothschild

Discover helicopter financing with Thora Capital CEO, Matt Rothschild. Learn about its origins, mechanics, markets served, financial structures, risks, benefits, tax advantages, and future trends. Connect with Matt Rothschild on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattrothschild/ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/ Invest Like a Billionaire podcast is sponsored by Aspen Funds which focuses on macro-driven alternative investments for accredited investors. ...

Apr 04, 202442 minEp. 154

153. Private Credit Masterclass - Part 2 feat. Anton Mattli

Join us for Part 2 of our Private Credit Masterclass podcast series, where we dive deeper into seizing unique opportunities in private credit investing. In this episode, we continue our discussion with special guest Anton Mattli, CEO of PEAK Financing, exploring strategies like bridge financing and loan assumptions. Discover key underwriting factors for assessing risk, understanding sponsor strength, and ensuring financial stability. Download the slides and watch the full Private Credit Mastercl...

Mar 28, 202447 minEp. 153

152. The Fed Dot Plot & Lower Rates Ahead? | Top of Mind

We discuss the latest insights on the Fed's rate sentiment and its impact on the market. Are investors prepared for potential rate changes? Tune in as we break down market reactions and investor strategies. Wall Street Journal Articles https://www.wsj.com/economy/central-banking/the-feds-conundrum-interest-rates-are-both-too-highand-too-low-f05a9d3a https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/fed-meeting-fomc-interest-rate-decision-march-2024/card/why-the-fed-s-dots-are-the-center-of-attention-this-week-7c...

Mar 25, 20249 minEp. 152

151. Private Credit Masterclass - Part 1 feat. Anton Mattli

How can you seize the unique opportunity in private credit investing? Dive into our latest episode, Part 1 of our Private Credit Masterclass! Join us as we demystify this opportunity with special guest Anton Mattli, CEO of PEAK Financing. In this Masterclass, you'll learn about what Private Credit is and why it exists, gain insights into understanding the capital stack to reduce the risk of capital loss, discover why this opportunity will persist for many years, and much more. Download the slide...

Mar 21, 202438 minEp. 151

150. Unveiling the Corporate Transparency Act feat. Garrett and Ted Sutton

Discover the importance of corporate transparency with attorneys Garrett and Ted Sutton of Corporate Direct, Inc. Unpack the implications of the Corporate Transparency Act, a game-changer for over 30 million U.S. entities, including LLCs. Don't miss this essential episode for LLC owners and managers! Connect with Garrett Sutton on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/garrettsutton/ Connect with Ted Sutton on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ted-sutton-esq-703493116/ Connect with Ben Fraser o...

Mar 14, 202433 minEp. 150

149. Where Did $700B in Maturing CRE Loans Go? | Top of Mind

Learn about what happened to the $700B of commercial real estate loans that were set to mature last year, and what it means for the CRE market in 2024. Globe Street Article - https://www.globest.com/2024/02/20/about-multifamilys-tightening-performance-between-top-bottom-markets/ Connect with Bob Fraser on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobfraser10/ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Invest Like a Bi...

Mar 11, 202412 minEp. 149

148. Discounted Roth Conversions feat. Keith Blackborg

Keith Blackborg CPA shares his journey to becoming work optional by 30. Discover exclusive insights into viewing your wealth as a business, explore five powerful strategies used by billionaires, and learn about a discounted rollover conversion for IRA and 401k investors. Connect with Keith Blackborg on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithblackborg/ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Invest Like a ...

Mar 07, 202440 minEp. 148

147. Replay: The Wide World Of Passive Real Estate Investing

Originally published September 30, 2021. Curious about investing in real estate without the headaches? Discover how passive real estate investment opens doors to hassle-free opportunities. Let's explore the wide world of passive real estate investing together! Connect with Bob Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ht⁠tps://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-fraser-22469312/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Mar 04, 202443 minEp. 147

146. How to Review a Deal Proforma - Part 2 | Top of Mind

Join Ben Fraser for Part 2 on reviewing underwriting files in 10 minutes or less! Discover shortcuts and guidelines for evaluating multifamily opportunities efficiently. Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Invest Like a Billionaire podcast is sponsored by Aspen Funds which focuses on macro-driven alternative investments for accredited investors. Get started and download your free economic report today at ⁠⁠⁠...

Feb 29, 202422 minEp. 146

145. How to Review a Deal Proforma - Part 1 | Top of Mind

Ever wondered how to review an underwriting file in 10 minutes or less? Join Ben Fraser as he shares shortcuts and guidelines for evaluating multifamily opportunities. Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Invest Like a Billionaire podcast is sponsored by Aspen Funds which focuses on macro-driven alternative investments for accredited investors. Get started and download your free economic report today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Feb 26, 202417 minEp. 145

144. Life Settlements Demystified feat. Anne Buchanan

Learn the unique history of the secondary market for life insurance (aka, life settlements or viatical settlements). Join Ben Fraser and Anne Buchanan from Preston Capital as they uncover the intricacies of this asset class, including how to underwrite and identify key risks. Connect with Anne Buchanan on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebuchanan121/ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Invest Like ...

Feb 22, 202443 minEp. 144

143. Investors Are Almost Always Wrong About Rates | Top of Mind

Join Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser as they uncover the surprising data showing investors expectations on rates have historically been wrong. Learn about why this is and what it means for making investment decisions. Wall Street Journal article - https://www.wsj.com/finance/investing/investors-fed-interest-rates-a842073c Connect with Bob Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ht⁠tps://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-fraser-22469312/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Feb 19, 202412 minEp. 143

142. Unlocking Travel with Residence by Investment feat. Dominic Volek

Discover how to secure a second residence while investing abroad with Dominic Volek. From exploring diverse travel opportunities to legacy planning, learn about the myriad options available in investment programs across the world, including insights on the EB-5 program for accessing the U.S. Connect with Dominic Volek on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-volek-50045824/ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Feb 15, 202440 minEp. 142

141. The Banks Are Not Okay | Top of Mind

Discover Bob and Ben’s insights and analysis of the state of bank's balance sheets amidst talk of a commercial real estate crash. Globest.com Article - https://www.globest.com/2024/02/02/the-banks-are-not-okay/ Connect with Bob Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ht⁠tps://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-fraser-22469312/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Invest Like a Billionaire podcast is spons...

Feb 12, 202413 minEp. 141

140. Maximizing The Value of Your Business Before Selling

If you are an entrepreneur, a business owner looking to sell your business, or simply interested in learning about acquisitions and how private equity works, this episode if for you. Channing is the Managing Director at Objective, an investment banking valuation firm with more than 25 years of experience in investment banking and business valuation. We discuss his journey, how entrepreneurs can identify the real value of their businesses and much more. Connect with Channing Hamlet on LinkedIn ht...

Feb 08, 202449 minEp. 140

139. Election Year: What Will the Fed Do? | Top of Mind

Bob and Ben discuss the election year, the pressures that both political parties might exert on the Fed to implement changes in interest rates, and the narrative that the economic data is portraying for investors. Connect with Bob Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ht⁠tps://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-fraser-22469312/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Invest Like a Billionaire podcast is sponso...

Feb 05, 202416 minEp. 139

138. The Role of Mindset in Successful Tax Strategies feat. Laura Dohanes

Laura Dohanes, CEO of My CPA Pro, shares practical strategies and mindset shifts for tax strategies and financial growth. Discover The 5 Exclusive Secrets To Maximize Your Returns That The Millionaires And The Ultra-Rich Are All Using https://www.cashprofitpower.com/optin Connect with Laura Dohanes on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradohanes/ Connect with Ben Fraser on LinkedIn ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Invest Like a Billion...

Feb 01, 202446 minEp. 138
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