Peter Schiff is the CEO and chief global strategist of Euro Pacific Capital Inc. This is a conversation that I was originally a part of this year’s Expat Money Summit, and I wanted to share it with you today to give you a taste of the sort of exclusive content I bring to the Summit every year.  Peter Schiff is someone who I have followed for years, and I think he brought tremendous value to the Summit with this conversation. Enjoy! &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH PETER SCHIFF Listen to Peter’s take on the most recent trends in the price of gold and how it’s affected by inflation and government deficit spending. Hear Peter’s early 2024 election predictions and what it will mean for the U.S. and global economy. Find out why Peter fears what I have been saying all along - that when the crisis hits, the government will make it very difficult for Americans to escape. This is why I always emphasize acting now!  Listen to Peter detail why failing prices, aka deflation, can lead to companies making more money, contrary to the popular opinion of many ‘mainstream’ economists.  If you think the headlines showing 20% inflation looks bad, wait until you hear Peter’s breakdown of what sort of inflation we’ve really experienced in the last few years. Find out why Peter believes the banks are currently in worse shape than they were during the 2008 crisis. Will the Federal Reserve continue to attempt to fight inflation or just let the banks fail? Hear Peter break down this no-win situation.  Hear Peter’s thoughts on why he didn’t get any mention in the film The Big Short for predicting the 2008 crisis. I had never heard him talk about this before! Find out Peter's thoughts on some important topics like CBDCs, and a potential gold-backed BRICS currency.  Lastly, you won't want to miss Peter's predictions on what's to come in 2024 - and how you can best prepare. &nbsp; OFFSHORE GOLD AND SILVER Be sure to check out our offshore gold and silver storage service and work with our trusted international precious metals dealer and secure storage provider headquartered in the Cayman Islands. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 269:There's Going To Be A Financial Reckoning 261: Preparing Your Investments for the Coming Recession - Rick Rule <a...

Benny has been a nomadic polyglot for over 20 years. He speaks over ten languages, several at the fluency level. He runs the largest language blog in the world called Fluent In 3 Months, which receives more than 1 to 2 million unique visitors every month. He is the author of multiple books, has given a number of TED talks, and is a National Geographic Traveller of the World. In today’s conversation, Benny shares his insights from decades of language learning and world travelling experience. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH BENNY LEWIS Hear the inside story of how Benny found himself going from a degree in engineering to becoming a language expert. Learn how Benny was able to learn Spanish by refusing to speak anything else for months! Find out which of the most commonly promoted language learning methods don’t really work well at all. Listen to Benny I dig deeper into some of the “dirty dozen” excuses people use for not learning a foreign language. Hear why you “have to feel like an idiot” in order to truly become fluent in a new language. Learn about the unique ways that Benny has turned “killing time” on social media and technology tools for learning multiple languages. Find out why I believe there is a concerted effort to make access to the Russian language difficult for political reasons.  Hear about how Benny switches between two different “modes” when it comes to learning languages.  Uncover Benny’s top strategies expats can use to learn the language of a country they are preparing to move to. Lastly, find out Benny’s favourite countries he’s travelled to - we have a few in common! &nbsp; SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for our newsletter and get my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.” &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 169: Best of Foreign Languages 2021 114: How To Memorize A Foreign Language - Dr. Anthony Metivier 083: Olly Richards – Secrets to Learning a Foreign Language Quickly &nbsp; HOW TO FIND BENNY LEWIS’ WORK FluentIn3Months.com Benny Lewis on X &nbsp; CONCLUSION <span style="font-weight:...

Paraguay is a new country for me and is the latest stop on my quest to try to tick off all of the countries in Central and South America. I saw all of Central America over 20 years ago, but there are still some South American countries that are on my bucket list.  Today, you’ll not only learn about my time in Paraguay and my overall perspective on the country but also get a sense of the kind of things I look for when I am touring a new country for the first time, always with my listeners and clients in mind.  &nbsp; TODAY'S EPISODE ABOUT PARAGUAY Learn about my “hub and spoke” model for touring a country for the first time.  Hear about a little mishap with our room upon arriving in Villa Rica and how I turned that into an excuse to have an incredible meal. Listen to me describe our tour of a timber plantation, which included seeing a Guinness World Record-holding marvel! I describe my visit to an exclusive German-speaking community (you read that right) in the middle of Paraguay! Hear another of my tales of travel mishaps - this one involving my attempts to pay a Paraguayan cabbie.  Learn how Paraguay has leveraged its hydroelectric power, not just to provide electricity for its own people but also by selling power to neighbouring Brazil. Brilliant! I explain how the cheap electricity available in Paraguay has led to a boom in Bitcoin mining in the country - a unique potential area of investment to keep an eye on. Listen to me break down several of the exciting real estate investment opportunities I got to check out there. While I can’t advise anyone to act just yet, there are definitely some projects to keep an eye on. &nbsp; SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for our newsletter and get my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.” &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 272: Expat Exploration and Investor Tour Recap 249: How Safe is Latin America? - Ernie Baca 189: The Good, Bad, &amp; Ugly of Latin America - Fergus Hodgson &nbsp; CONCLUSION That wraps up my recap of my first time in Paraguay. As you can see, when I visit a country like this, I am there as much more than simply a tourist. Rather, I see myself as the first boots on the ground for any of my listeners or clients who might have an interest in pursuing residency or investments in that particular country.  I really enjoyed the country and saw a lot of potential investment opportunities there. Be sure to bookmark our...

We recently had a great exploration and investors tour in Uruguay, and I want to give you an inside look at the kind of exploratory tours I do with my private clients.  These tours are so much fun, and today, you’ll get a little bit of insight into just how they are formatted and how these tours work overall. You’ll even hear some testimonials from actual clients who attended this tour in Uruguay. This is really an inside look at the kind of tours I put together for my private clients to various countries, so if you decide to attend a tour in another country like Panama, you can expect a similar experience.  Who knows, maybe you’ll even be able to join us on a future trip. Enjoy! &nbsp; SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER We’re making a huge push to sign up for our email newsletter, so I’m giving away my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.” With it, you’ll get a lot more of my personal thoughts on things that you don’t always get in my public-facing content on social media or even on the podcast. Plus, you’ll get the Expat Sunday Times delivered to your inbox each and every Sunday! &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 235: Offshore Panama Conference 190: How To Build A Self-Sustaining Libertarian Community in Latin America - Patrick Hiebert 195: What I Discovered About Uruguay - Immigration, Taxes, Investment, Lifestyle - Mikkel Thorup &nbsp; CONCLUSION Well, there you have it! I hope you’ll see not only see the great potential in Uruguay as a Plan-B location but, more importantly come to understand the kind of due diligence that my clients and I put in before investing or pursuing residency in another country. These aren't the sort of decisions to be made lightly, so no matter where you are on your expat journey, it’s important to start putting the wheels in motion and getting yourself informed about the options out here. That’s my mission here at the Expat Money Show.  I’ll see you back here next Wednesday, where I’ll break down what I learned visiting the country of Paraguay on my own exploratory trip there. See you then!Mentioned in this episode:Veritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the highlands of Panama. We have already started building the roads, subdividing the lots, installing the septic and water, and even installing solar panels, so everything is independent of the power grid! The site we chose is unbelievable; we are up at a flat plateau about a thousand feet up a mountain with incredible unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. To go to the beach, it is just 15 minutes down to the water. We have mature fruit trees on site, including these gorgeous 200-year-old mango trees and many other things, such as avocado trees, papayas, and delicious tropical fruits.

In today’s episode, I am going to detail the recent trip that I made to Prague via Costa Rica, via Germany, and then on the way back through Turkey, Cuba, and then back to Panama. It was quite an adventure. And hopefully, there will be some suitable lessons in this one for you on what to do and what not to do when travelling abroad. Enjoy! &nbsp; TODAY'S EPISODE ON MY ADVENTURES TO AND FROM THE LIBERTY IN OUR LIFETIME CONFERENCE Listen to me let off some steam about my air travel woes, starting with the longest walk in airport history in Germany! Hear why some fellow conference attendees were a little weirded about by our supposedly “masonic” hotel. I discuss how I got to meet in person to plan the future of international cities - as discussed in last week’s episode - in my new advisory role on the board of Tipolis.  Long-time listeners will get a real trip down memory lane with all the past podcast guests I got to meet while in Prague. It was really an all-star Expat Money lineup! Hear about the presentations I gave, including the speech I gave on the often-overlooked emotional aspect of moving abroad. If you thought my travel woes ended with my transfer through Germany, you’ll be blown away when you hear about the real drama that began as I departed via Turkey.  Listen to how I wrapped up a loose end on my quest for a Turkish passport in what I hope will finally seal the deal. Be sure to check out my episode on Turkey for the backstory! Did you really think the travel woes ended there? You will not believe what I dealt with on the last leg of my journey through Cuba. Seriously, this was just unreal! &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 270: The Future Of International Cities 263; How To Get.A Turkish Passport 192: Building Free Private Cities Around The World - Peter Young &nbsp; CONCLUSION I hope you enjoyed my little recap of my travels to and from Prague for this amazing Liberty in Our Lifetime conference. I never try to glorify things when I relay my experiences, and as you can tell, international travel isn’t always a walk in the park. This trip certainly had its low points, but in the end, it’s all a part of the adventure, and I’m certain you can take a few tips from my experiences. See you all next week!Mentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will last… If you have been thinking about Panama, then I want to make an invitation to you today. Come join me...

Today’s guest is Titus Gebel, a German entrepreneur with a Ph.D. in International law. He is the inventor of the “Free Cities” concept and the founder of the Free Cities Foundation. He is also the CEO of Tipolis, where he is focused on creating and developing autonomous cities by partnering commercially with governments and special economic zones around the world.  I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Titus over the years as I have served as both an Ambassador for the Free Cities Foundation and a member of the Advisory Council for Tipolis, and I’m excited to share today’s conversation in which we discuss the future of what is now being rebranded as “International Cities.” &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH TITUS GEBEL Listen to Titus detail how his ideas about free cities spawned from his frustration with politics.  Hear about Titus’s unique background in politics, law and entrepreneurship that made him the ideal person to craft the vision of the free cities concept. Learn about the many success stories that have emerged from the free cities model, including the widespread increase of special economic zones (SEZ’s). Titus and I discuss the concept of “government as a service” and how the services we’re used to getting from coercive governments can be delivered through the free cities model. Listen to Titus explain the new branding of “international cities” to counter the allergy governments have to the words “free” and “private.” Titus and I roll our eyes together at the concept of the “social contract,” -  the terms of which seem to change based on the whims of whoever is enforcing it. Hear Titus lay out the reasons why contractual governments are much better protectors of rights than the current coercive model.  Titus hints at the regions where we may see some of these International Cities popping up in the coming years. &nbsp; SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for our newsletter and get my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.” &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 258: How To Underthrow The Government - Max Borders 256: Are Self-Governing Cities Our Chance At Freedom? 192: Building Free Private Cities Around The World - Peter Young &nbsp; HOW TO FIND TITUS GEBEL’S WORK Titus Gebel Website Free Cities Foundation Tipolis &nbsp;...

Today’s guest is Addison Wiggin, an American writer, publisher, and filmmaker. He currently hosts The Wiggin Sessions, a YouTube show covering the financial markets, the economy and politics. He writes the financial daily, The Daily Missive, and is the host and editor of The Essential Investor, a fundamental resource for individuals managing their money.  Addison joins me today to discuss his perspective on the inevitable financial reckoning that he has been predicting for years.  &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH ADDISON WIGGIN Hear Addison detail how his background in philosophy led him on an unexpected path that found him publishing books and a newsletter on finance. Listen to Addison explain how the Federal Reserve’s money supply manipulations have led to recent bubbles in cryptocurrency, marijuana and AI-related equities. Learn how Addison was “early, but not wrong,” about the current economic situation and why timing is the most challenging part of financial forecasting.   Get Addison’s take on why we haven’t yet seen the great big global economic meltdown. Just what is holding things back from a collapse? Addison and I discuss how world wars have historically been tied to massive financial crises and the parallels with today's global predicament. Does the Federal Reserve still have the confiscated gold from the 1930’s? Addison and I ponder this question.  Hear Addison lay out the trends in place for decades that have enabled the unprecedented totalitarian responses by governments in the last few years. Lastly, Addison gives his thoughts on CBDCs and whether central banks can successfully implement them in the coming years.  &nbsp; SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for our newsletter and get my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.” &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 261: Preparing Your Investments for the Coming Recession - Rick Rule 253: Where To Go If We Have World War Three 252: Spit in the Eye of the Globalists - Tom Luongo HOW TO FIND ADDISON WIGGIN’S WORK The Wiggin Sessions Anatomy of a Bust: Banks Go First - A Special Presentation by Addison Wiggin &nbsp; CONCLUSION It was great getting Addison’s...

Today I bring you the final part of my four-part series discussing my experience travelling in each of the four countries I visited on my recent trip. In previous episodes, I discussed Turkey, Georgia and Armenia. Be sure to check those out if you missed them. This week, I’ll talk a bit about my time spent on the last leg of my trip in Azerbaijan. How did it compare to my experiences in Georgia, Turkey and Armenia? Which, in the end, has the most potential for expats?  &nbsp; TODAY'S AZERBAIJAN TRIP REPORT Tune in to hear how our initial impression of Azerbaijan of feeling like we were back in our old home of the UAE was quickly turned on its head once we arrived in Baku. Listen to me break down how Azerbaijan is like a weird mix of several countries I’ve been to before, with minimal feeling of a culture of its’ own. You’ll be shocked to hear how much of life in Azerbaijan is controlled by the government, and you can imagine how I felt about that.  I describe the F1 race track that runs through the city streets of Baku, which has quite literally shaped the city. Listen to my absolute indignation at our visit to what I called the “Museum of Propaganda” in Baku.  Hear me describe the stark contrast between the feeling in the countryside vs the big city once we got out of Baku. I explain how - much like in Armenia - the people of this country are deeply scarred by the conflicts with its neighbour.  Listen to the story of our simply unbelievable cab driver, quite possibly the most incredible driver I’ve ever had. I can’t stop thinking about this! Hear me break down Armenia’s truly horrendous response during the COVID hysteria. This is about as anti-liberty as it gets.  Tune in for my final assessment of Azerbaijan and the three other nations I visited on this trip. Which has the best overall potential for expats? SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for our newsletter and get my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships." &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 267: Armenia Trip Report 266: Is Georgia A Good Plan B Location For Expats? 263: How To Get.A Turkish Passport &nbsp; CONCLUSION That’s it for my report on Azerbaijan, and that wraps my four-part series breaking down my trip, which included Turkey, Georgia and Armenia. Azerbaijan is a country that doesn’t get a ton of attention from expats - and for understandable reasons. But I always make a point to

Today I am bringing you part three of my series, breaking down my experience in each of the four countries I visited on my recent trip. I already discussed Turkey and Georgia in recent episodes - be sure to go back and check those reports out as well.  This week, I’ll discuss my time spent in the interesting country of Armenia. Does this country have the potential for expats? You’ll get all my thoughts in today’s episode.  &nbsp; TODAY'S ARMENIA TRIP REPORT Tune in to hear how my initial first impression after taking the train into Armenia was quickly flipped around after I ventured downtown Yerevan. Hear about the HUGE difference I noticed right away that put Armenia a notch above Georgia. As with the Georgia episode, you’ll once again have to hear me rave about the incredible food. Which country’s food did I rank higher in the end? Learn how I found Armenia to be more business-oriented and entrepreneurial than neighbouring Azerbaijan - which I’ll elaborate on in next week’s episode. Listen for an inside look at my visit to a building site. How did the conditions hold up compared to the first world? I give my take from the ground on how the geopolitics involving the war in Ukraine have affected the situation in Armenia.  Find out how friendly I found the people in Armenia to be towards visitors compared with Georgia. Learn how the Armenian genocide and the on-again, off-again war with Azerbaijan affect the country's people to this day. Hear my final verdict on all aspects of Armenia for expats, from banking to the cost of living to the political situation.  &nbsp; SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for our newsletter and get my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.” &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 266: Is Georgia A Good Plan B Location For Expats? 263; How To Get.A Turkish Passport 180: Residency and Citizenship Updates - Mikkel Thorup &nbsp; CONCLUSION That does it for Part 2 of my trip report, and I hope you all learned a lot about Armenia, a country that really goes under the radar. It’s a lovely place and one certainly worth visiting at a minimum. But it does bring a lot of baggage as far as a Plan-B location for expats goes, many of which concern the geopolitical situation and the constant problem with its’ neighbour, Azerbaijan. Well, Azerbaijan just happened to be the next stop on my trip, and it will be the subject of next week’s episode of the...

Today, I will deliver an in-depth report on my time spent in Georgia. This is part two of my series breaking down my experience in each of the four countries I visited on my recent trip. I started in episode 263 with my report on Turkey, and I will soon deliver two more reports on my trips to Armenia and Azerbaijan.  &nbsp; TODAY'S GEORGIA TRIP REPORT Listen in for the full story about our experience with a baseball bat-wielding cab driver (no, really!)  Hear my take on where Georgia ranks in terms of “friendliness” out of the four nations I visited on my trip. You’ll salivate as I describe the mind-blowing food we ate in Georgia - it was nothing like I expected!  Tune in to hear my biggest disappointment about dining in Georgia. This one was a big letdown. Learn about how the influx of Russians and Ukrainians into Georgia has affected the economic situation on the ground. Listen in to hear my dismay at the remarks a Georgian banker made about CBDCs - this made my blood boil! Get a glimpse into the presentation I gave in Georgia about my experience going through St. Kitts &amp; Nevis' citizenship by investment process and the recent changes to the program.  Hear my final verdict on Georgia as a potential Plan B location for expats. Does Georgia meet my standards?  &nbsp; SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER Sign up for our newsletter and get my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.” &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 236: Answering Common Expat Objections 226: My Travel Adventures From Around The Globe 206: From Canada to Turkey (Via Texas) An Expat Story - Mike &amp; Ivy &nbsp; CONCLUSION As you can tell from this episode, I don’t like to sugarcoat anything or overhype a country when I am investigating it for clients and potential clients. As I’ve said many times, there is no “Shangri La” perfectly free country that exists, and that’s why I always set my feet on the ground in a country and go through residency processes myself so that I can relay the reality to my clients, and I take the same approach with this podcast when discussing these countries.  As with any other country, Georgia has a mix of good and bad qualities, and only you can be the final judge on which countries strike the right chord with you. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to the Expat Money Show and stay tuned for my forthcoming breakdowns on my trips to Armenia and Azerbaijan!Mentioned in...

On this week's podcast, as I recover from the incredibly successful second year of the Expat Money Summit, I'll be republishing an episode I did a couple of years ago that I'm calling Tips, Tricks &amp; Strategies for Moving Abroad With Your Family. I’ve got a lot of experience travelling with my family, so I believe you'll get some really great insights in this episode if you are thinking about moving overseas with your family. TIPS, TRICKS &amp; STRATEGIES FOR MOVING ABROAD WITH YOUR FAMILY How you can bring your family closer together and have the absolute best time of your life. Why making friends with other expats from around the world will change your life for the better. Concerned about safety? I talk a lot about different countries and the safety aspect, this is an important topic. ’m going to let you in on some huge tips and tricks to combat questions on the standard of living and how to enjoy your new country to the fullest. Top 5 reasons why you should take the leap and move overseas, and what can happen if you never do. Listen in as I share my experiences with schooling my kids, and what my life looks like now after 22 years of travelling the world. The #1 tactic used by most polyglots to really learn and comprehend a new language and help your family to become fluent easier and faster than you ever thought possible. The single most important piece of advice I can give for living overseas and enjoying your new life with your family. RELATED EPISODES 263: How To Get A Turkish Passport 236: Answering Common Expat Objections 232: Immigration Back to Basics CONCLUSION I really enjoy doing these solo episodes. After 22 years of continual travel and living abroad, I’ve got so much information to share with my listeners. If you’ve thought about becoming an expat, listen to this episode, it will answer so many questions for you.Mentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will last… If you have been thinking about Panama, then I want to make an invitation to you today. Come join me for a special four-day tour to see if the country I call home is right for you and your family. We have just released the next set of trip dates. You can find out more at ExpatMoney.com/fly. Come visit me and the Expat Money team, get a feel for the country and see if Panama makes sense for investment or as a new home.Panama Fly'n Buy Real Estate TourVeritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the highlands of Panama. We have already started building the roads, subdividing the lots, installing the septic and water, and even installing solar panels, so everything is independent of the power grid! The site we chose is unbelievable; we are up at a flat plateau about a thousand feet up a

Since it's Summit week, and you really should be checking out the over 40 free presentations going on there, I am going to republish an episode today that I did earlier this year about how to go about getting a backup citizenship or residency.  But first, really, stop what you're doing and grab your spot over at the Expat Money Summit and catch these incredible presentations live. You can come back to this later! &nbsp; HOW TO GET A BACKUP CITIZENSHIP OR RESIDENCY Confused about the lexicon or language when it comes to immigration? Many people are. This is the episode that you won’t want to miss. I start with the most basic language, so you’ll fully comprehend and understand it. I discuss the difference between temporary and permanent residencies and why they are so important to understand. The next step up is citizenship. What does this mean? What must you do or complete to become a citizen in a new country? Are you thinking about starting a family or having additional children? Listen as I talk about birth tourism and what it can mean for you and your family. One of my main focuses is on Residency by Investment. What does that look like, and how can you obtain one? What is a Golden Visa? You may have heard this phrase. The next piece of information I cover is Citizenship by Investment. The countries that offer it, and why I believe it is so important. I run through the countries that currently have citizenship by investment and the costs involved. &nbsp; CONCLUSION I hope today's episode was beneficial to you and works as a real complement to the three-hour workshop I did on Saturday. I also want to say that if you're listening to today's episode and you still haven't hopped over to the Summit, it's the perfect next step on your expat journey. You can still catch the remaining presentations for free or upgrade to a VIP ticket for lifetime access. Mentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will last… If you have been thinking about Panama, then I want to make an invitation to you today. Come join me for a special four-day tour to

Today, I bring to you a personal report of a portion of my month-long trip that I just returned from. As we focus on my time in Turkey, I will include an update on the citizenship by investment I am working on from there. While it was an incredible trip, it wasn’t all roses, as we had some challenges to face along the way.  I don’t hold back - you’ll get the good, the bad and the ugly of my experience in Turkey, one of my favourite countries. Enjoy! &nbsp; TODAY’S EPISODE ABOUT MY TURKEY TRIP Find out what it was like travelling with my entire family - my wife, the kids, my mom, and even the nanny - through four different countries. Learn about some of the difficulties I encountered while pursuing my citizenship by investment program for Turkey. Hear about all the incredible (and not-so-incredible) properties that I saw and the endless hurdles we faced along the way while shopping for real estate. Find out how we ran into a major complication with our CBI due to our marriage taking place outside of both of our native countries. Listen in to hear about our run-in with a pickpocketer that snatched my mother’s purse - a stark reminder to never let your guard down while travelling. Learn all about my experience at the awe-inspiring Galata Towers - this is one place you absolutely cannot miss when in Istanbul. Come to understand why - despite some of its issues - Istanbul remains one of my favourite cities in the world. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 255: CBI Sh!tstorm News 206: From Canada to Turkey (Via Texas) An Expat Story - Mike &amp; Ivy 180: Residency and Citizenship Updates - Mikkel Thorup &nbsp; CONCLUSION Well, that’s it for my trip to Turkey. While I went into this episode with the plan to discuss my entire trip, the conversation about Turkey and the efforts I am making to achieve my citizenship by investment was plenty enough to fill its own episode.  In a perfect world, I’d only have positive things to report about the process, but one of the reasons I do these programs is to find the roadblocks so that my clients don’t have to. And rest assured, when it’s all said and done, I will be the owner of a Turkish passport. If you enjoyed this behind-the-scenes glimpse into my experience in Turkey, leave a comment and let me know. I may very well follow this up with reports on my experiences in Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan, so stay tuned!Mentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will last… If you have been thinking about Panama, then I want to make an invitation to you today. Come join me for...

Across several episodes, I have been trying to organize my thoughts regarding what I've been able to do over the last couple of decades to set myself up for success.  I have spent a lot of time trying to figure these things out, and a number of major struggles were holding me back along the way. Tune in to hear me break down how I overcame three major obstacles to pave the way for success in my personal and professional lives. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 178: Ninety-Four Things I Do To Set Myself Up For Success 224: How I Plan Out My Life And Guarantee Success – Part 1 225: How I Plan Out My Life And Guarantee Success – Part 2 &nbsp; CONCLUSION There you have it, the 3 massive things I had to overcome in my life before I really was able to become successful. As you can tell from this episode, nothing has come easy for me in life, but I don’t talk about how I’ve overcome these struggles in order to brag. Rather, I hope that you’ll be able to learn from my experiences and perhaps skip a few of the mistakes I made along the way in identifying exactly what was holding me back. If you get value out of this episode, please feel free to share it with a friend. See you next Wednesday!  &nbsp;Mentioned in this episode:Veritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the highlands of Panama. We have already started building the roads, subdividing the lots, installing the septic and water, and even installing solar panels, so everything is independent of the power grid! The site we chose is unbelievable; we are up at a flat plateau about a thousand feet up a mountain with incredible unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. To go to the beach, it is just 15 minutes down to the water. We have mature fruit trees on site, including these gorgeous 200-year-old mango trees and many other things, such as avocado trees, papayas, and delicious tropical fruits. You can find out more information and contact us at VeritasPanama.com But please be aware that there are only 100 home sites, and without even talking about this to the general public, a lot of the lots are already sold… So if you dream of living in a completely off-grid community, enjoying the beautiful weather, close to the beach, being food, water, and energy independent, and want to have like-minded and cool neighbours, people who respect personal, medical, and economic freedoms, then I want you to contact us at VeritasPanama.com today Veritas PanamaJoin Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will last… If you have been thinking about Panama, then I want to make an invitation to you today. Come join me for a special four-day tour to see if the country I call home is right for you and your family. We have just released...

Rick Rule is a legendary investor known for his expertise in natural resources, including agriculture, alternative energy, forestry, oil and gas, mining, and water. He is the founder of Sprott US Holdings, which he later merged into Sprott Incorporated in 2011.   He joins me today to discuss his investment strategy and how listeners can best prepare their portfolios for the forthcoming recession. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH RICK RULE Hear Rick break down what he sees as a coming realization that the “chickens are coming home to roost” for natural resources investments. Tune in for Rick’s take on the gold market and the economic and political factors that will influence the price of gold in the coming years.  Listen to Rick explain why if you try to analyze natural resource companies the same way that you would supermarkets or auto manufacturers, you’ll lose all your money. Rick and I discuss the complex nature of investing in the technology sector - and why he avoids it altogether. Uncover Rick’s insights on the tricky task of navigating geopolitical factors when investing. Find out which surprising country has been the best in Rick’s portfolio - I guarantee you won’t guess this one! Listen to why Rick assumes there will be a recession in the next five years - and why he has the track record to be taken seriously! Learn why Rick greatly prefers precious metals over cryptocurrency when it comes to preserving your wealth.  Find out what investment concept Rick refers to as the “eighth wonder of the world.” Hear Rick’s take on the truth about inflation, including his #1 tip on how you can protect yourself. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 201: Investing In Agroforestry For Residency 123: Investing in Foreign Stock Markets Like A Boss - Eric Schleien 108: Bitcoin vs. Gold Live Debate From Vegas &nbsp; HOW TO FIND RICK RULE’S PROJECTS Rule Investment Media &nbsp; CONCLUSION It was an honour to have Rick Rule - an absolute living legend in the investment world - as a guest on the program. Rick’s decades of investing success and track record of predicting recessions made him the perfect person to help prepare listeners for the troubling economic times ahead. I hope you get as much value out of the conversation as I did. Enjoy!Mentioned...

Today’s guest is Laurence Easeman, a filmmaker and host of the “Eyes Wide Open” podcast. His mission is to empower others to know their rights, break free from the system, and recognize the importance of personal autonomy and agency. He spends his time between the UK and Portugal, where he is pursuing residency. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH LAURENCE EASEMAN Listen as Laurence recounts his fateful trip up a mountain that changed his life and led to him pivoting away from filmmaking into becoming a full-time advocate for personal sovereignty.  Hear how the onset of the COVID regime shut down Laurence’s business in the UK and triggered him back into full-time activism and his current efforts on the “Eyes Wide Open” podcast. We discuss the concept of activism - how it can make you a “moving target” like Laurence and why I do not consider myself an activist.  Find out why Laurence has embarked on his own expat journey and is currently pursuing residency in Portugal. Listen in to hear how Portugal got put on the “red list” by the UK, banning its citizens from travelling there for not initially fully going along with the COVID narrative.  Hear Laurence break down how the powers that be utilize their illusion of authority to manufacture consent for tyrannical measures.  Laurence and I talk about the dark side of technology and why we both find value in places that are somewhat “backward in time” with their technological systems.  We discuss the absolute flood of Canadians fleeing during the last few years of the Trudeau regime, reflected in the fact that Canadians are now taking up the majority of my private clients.  Lastly, Laurence and I share in our passion for using homeschooling as a strategy to shield our children from psyops while depriving the state of its essential workers.  &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 252: Spit in the Eye of the Globalists - Tom Luongo 248: How To Build A Parallel System and Just Leave 245: Fleeing the UK Lockdowns to Become a Sovereign Individual - Johnny HODL &nbsp; HOW TO FIND LAURENCE EASEMAN’S WORK LaurenceEaseman.com Laurence Easeman on YouTube &nbsp; CONCLUSION I had a blast speaking to a kindred spirit in Laurence Easeman, who shares my passion for individual liberty and personal responsibility. It’s no wonder he is climbing so quickly in the podcast world, as his insights and understanding of the

Today I take a break from format to provide you with an in-depth update on this year’s Expat Money Summit, which is happening from October 2nd to the 6th. I am really, really excited about this Summit, and I can't explain to you how much work it is to put on, but I'm so thrilled about it.  I am going to share with you guys how it works, what's going to be happening there, why you guys want to grab a free ticket, all the speakers, the bonuses, and the whole package.  Enjoy this episode, and make sure to grab your ticket NOW! &nbsp; THE EXPAT MONEY SUMMIT Secure your complimentary ticket today! &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 236: Answering Common Expat Objections 232: Immigration Back to Basics 221: What The World Can Expect In 2023 - Ron Paul &nbsp; CONCLUSION Last year’s Summit was an incredible, value-filled week, and this year is primed to be even bigger and better! From familiar faces like Jim Rogers, Marc Faber and Ron Paul to first-time speakers like Peter Schiff, Tom Woods and Tom Luongo, my team and I have gone above and beyond to ensure that this year’s event is like no other.  Did I mention that you can attend at absolutely NO COST to you whatsoever?  Reserve your FREE ticket today, and I’ll see you there!Mentioned in this episode:Veritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the highlands of Panama. We have already started building the roads, subdividing the lots, installing the septic and water, and even installing solar panels, so everything is independent of the power grid! The site we chose is unbelievable; we are up at a flat plateau about a thousand feet up a mountain with incredible unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. To go to the beach, it is just 15 minutes down to the water. We have mature fruit trees on site, including these gorgeous 200-year-old mango trees and many other things, such as avocado trees, papayas, and delicious tropical fruits. You can find out more information and contact us at VeritasPanama.com But please be aware that there are only 100 home sites, and without even talking about this to the general public, a lot of the lots are already sold… So if you dream of living in a completely off-grid community, enjoying the beautiful weather, close to the beach, being food, water, and energy independent, and want to have like-minded and cool neighbours, people who respect personal, medical, and economic freedoms, then I want you to contact us at VeritasPanama.com today Veritas PanamaJoin Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will last… If you have been thinking about Panama, then I want to make an...

Today’s guest is Max Borders, author of the book Underthrow: How Jefferson's Dangerous Idea Will Spark a New Revolution.  Max has been an outspoken supporter of decentralized systems and individual freedom and has authored four books deeply exploring humanity's movement toward societies of decentralized governance. Today, Max joins the show to explain his radical idea to “underthrow” the government through what he calls “subversive innovation.”  &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH MAX BORDERS Listen to Max describe how he followed his yearning to use creativity and entrepreneurship to affect societal change to write about the topic of decentralization. Hear Max explain how he hopes to inspire people to underthrow the government, using what he refers to as “subversive innovation”  Max and I discuss how many libertarians often find themselves stuck thinking about policy while neglecting to make the needed changes in their own lives Tune in to hear Max’s breakdown of the 3 options for affecting change in society and which he feels is superior Listen to Max describe how governments have evolved from sovereign entities into an “extended politburo” run by government and corporate interests.  Learn about Max’s “Constitution of Consent” contest and how he aims for it to inspire real-life experiments in decentralized self-governance. Hear Max lay out his ideas of just how we can navigate this era of unreason and untruth by implementing the ideas he discusses.  &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 256: Are Self-Governing Cities Our Chance At Freedom? 222: Best Of Special Economic Zones And Private Cities 221: What The World Can Expect In 2023 - Ron Paul &nbsp; HOW TO FIND MAX BORDERS’ WORK Head to Underthrow.org to find Max’s writing and the Constitution of Consent contest Follow Max Borders on Twitter &nbsp; CONCLUSION I had a blast talking to Max about his ideas, and I simply love that his focus is all about how to make them work in the real world, not simply in hypothetical fantasyland. As I often discuss, far too many great, freedom-loving libertarians that I run into wind up stuck in the realms of philosophy and policy.  This program and my work as an expat consultant are all about taking actionable steps to achieve more liberty for yourself and your

Johnny spent 15 years in finance managing a billion-dollar fixed-income portfolio before he quit his 9-5 job and abandoned his life in Chicago to pursue the life he always wanted but never thought was possible.  He currently lives in Mexico, where he now practices and teaches Futures and Forex trading while opining on politics, current events, and economics on the Peddling Fiction podcast.  &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH JOHNNY PROFITA Listen to Johnny recount how he “fell into” the world of finance as someone for whom math ”wasn’t one of his strong points” - with a degree in history, not finance! Hear Johny lay out some of his rules for trading, most of which he had to learn the hard way - by making costly mistakes.   Johnny and I discuss the difficult but necessary task of removing feelings and emotions from the trading process.  I recall how some of the lessons I learned myself the hard way by losing money in my options trading days. Johnny explains his motto for trading: "1% day keeps the 9 to 5 away.” Hear Johnny describe the disturbing trend with IPOs over the last couple of decades which has seen many retail traders left holding the bag.  Johnny and I discuss the outlook for new traders looking to enter the market now, as high-interest rates have put an end to the flow of free money. Will the dollar remain the world’s reserve currency for much longer? Johnny gives his prediction of what’s in store for the world’s currency markets.  We discuss the fine line between being prepared for what is going to happen economically without acting like “The End” is always around the corner.  Lastly, Johnny highlights the sharp increase in happiness he has found since leaving his “abusive relationship” with Chicago and starting a new life in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 237: What's It Like Relocating to Mexico When the World Doesn't Make Sense - Jonathan Lockwood 123: Investing in Foreign Stock Markets Like A Boss - Eric Schleien 093: Why Are People Leaving The USA – Travis Luther &nbsp; HOW TO FIND JOHNNY’S WORK Peddling Fiction Podcast  Peddling Fiction Substack &nbsp; CONCLUSION What I had first planned as a conversation about Mexico turned into an important conversation about

Alex Voss is the CFO of TIPOLIS, a company committed to becoming the creator, owner and operator of a global portfolio of international, autonomous cities.  Alex also shares an affinity for topics like Bitcoin, Austrian economics and free cities, so as you can imagine, we get along great. Alex and I have known each other for a few years now, and it was great to sit down and pick his brain on the topic of free cities. Enjoy! &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH ALEX VOSS Listen to Alex detail the pathway that took him from an interest in Austrian Economics to directly applying that knowledge through his work with Tipolis.  Learn the differences between the for-profit company “Tipolis” and the not-for-profit “Free Cities Foundation.” Alex answers the question on everyone’s mind when it comes to “free cities”: where does the money come from, if not from “taxes" in the traditional sense? We discuss one of the most well-known “free cities” projects in Prospera, Honduras, and provide an update on the troubles they’ve encountered with the government there. Hear Alex further explain the business model behind free cities and how the risk associated with these projects is “built-in” to the price. If everything were perfect and predictable, the costs wouldn't be as attractive as there are today. You are paid handsomely for the perceived risk. Alex and I discuss the interesting case of El Salvador and whether its’ adoption of Bitcoin could make it a prime location for a free city project itself.  Listen to Alex give an inside look at how and why the doors have rapidly begun to open in the last several years when it comes to finding opportunities with sympathetic governments for potential free city prospects.  We discuss how the economic impact of the COVID years, along with the rise of digital nomadism, have completely changed the landscape for the viability of free cities.  &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 222: Best Of Special Economic Zones And Private Cities 214: Stacking Laws Like Lego Blocks To Secure Your Freedom - Patri Friedman 192: Building Free Private Cities Around The World - Peter Young &nbsp; HOW TO FIND ALEX VOSS’ WORK Alex’s Substack: virtusvoss.substack.com Tipolis: https://tipolis.com &nbsp; CONCLUSION One of my favourite parts of what I do with Expat Money is all the great people like Alex I’ve had the opportunity to connect with through the shared interest of helping others achieve more liberty in their lives. There is a massive overlap between what I...

Today we are going to break from format a bit, as it has been a crazy week in the expat world, with a ton of news breaking that affects a number of popular CBI programs. Unfortunately, none of it is good news. I'm not here to sugarcoat things but rather to deliver the truth of what is going on in the world so that you can make the best decisions possible on your expat journey. Tune into this special breaking news edition of the Expat Money Show, wherein I break down all of the changes that have occurred in the last week and how they will affect those looking to do citizenship-by-investment programs in certain countries. I also provide some insight into my experience working through a St. Kitts CBI for myself. Luckily, having completed my paperwork before these changes, I will most likely be unaffected by this. Enjoy the episode, and remember that the right time to act on your expat dreams is always 'ASAP.' &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 180: Residency and Citizenship Updates - Mikkel Thorup &nbsp; CONCLUSION It wasn't fun to have to record this episode and deliver some tough news that is going to affect a lot of people who were in the process of working on CBIs in these affected regions. The best we can do is stay up to date on what is going on and plan accordingly. I emphasize to my clients all the time to "act now" because you never know when these programs will change or just end altogether. This week is an unfortunate real-life example of just that. See you next Wednesday!Mentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will last… If you have been thinking about Panama, then I want to make an invitation to you today. Come join me for a special four-day tour to see if the country I call home is right for you and your family. We have just released the next set of trip dates. You can find out more at ExpatMoney.com/fly. Come visit me and the Expat Money team, get a feel for the country and see if Panama makes sense for investment or as a new home.Panama Fly'n Buy Real Estate TourVeritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the highlands of Panama. We have already started building the roads, subdividing the lots, installing the septic and water, and even installing solar panels, so everything is independent of the power grid! The site we chose is unbelievable; we are up at a flat plateau about a thousand feet up a mountain with incredible unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. To go to the beach, it is just 15 minutes down to the water. We have mature fruit trees on site, including these gorgeous 200-year-old mango trees and many other things, such as avocado trees, papayas, and delicious tropical fruits. You can find out more information and contact us at VeritasPanama.com But please be aware that there are only 100 home sites, and without even...

Jim Lennertz is an American-born entrepreneur and adventurer. Raised in a beach town during California's "Golden Age," he became a self-described "well-educated surfer" who gathered real-world experiences and realized that the prescribed life path was not for him. He currently lives with his wife in Southern Brazil, and he’s also an admin in our private Facebook group at ExpatMoneyForum.com. In this conversation, Jim describes why he now calls Brazil home and gives tips for expats on assimilating into local culture. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH JIM LENNERTZ Hear Jim recount his expat origin story! Find out how life events, a magazine article and an abundance of frequent flyer miles led him to Brazil. Jim and I reminisce about our first encounters online, where Jim would give me grief about my Portuguese. We had a blast catching up! Listen in as Jim breaks down why he believes it’s so important for expats to assimilate into the local culture and not just stay within the confines of the expat bubbles. Hear Jim and I discuss the importance of “breaking bread” in person, especially today when so many of our interactions are digital. We discuss why Jim feels more safe and secure with his current situation in Brazil than he would if had the same situation back in California, which he calls a “dead state walking.” Jim and I go back and forth a bit on the pros and cons of investing in agricultural land based on our slightly different outlooks. If you’ve thought about investing in agricultural land, you cannot miss this conversation! Listen to us discuss why learning the local language as an expat is not just a convenience; it’s a matter of personal responsibility. Lastly, Jim makes the by-the-numbers case for why Brazil is one of the safest places you could be in the event of World War Three. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 253: Where To Go If We Have World War Three 243: Brazilian Beachfront Real Estate with 12 Percent Net Returns 205: From California to Brazil An Expat Story - Travis &nbsp; CONCLUSION I had such a great time speaking to Jim and getting his real-world perspective on integrating into a new culture as an expat. Having spoken with Jim plenty of times, both online and in person, over the last few years, I knew this conversation would be a blast, and Jim didn’t disappoint. So come on over to ExpatMoneyForum.com and join the conversation - and if you’re lucky, you’ll get to argue with Jim :)Mentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and...

Today’s guest is the news editor over at Antiwar dot com and host of the daily podcast Antiwar News with Dave DeCamp. In this episode, we will be discussing the geopolitical situation as we head into a possible World War III scenario. While it’s not the cheeriest of subjects, this is a necessary conversation to have given the current state of affairs, so I hope you find great value in it. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH DAVE DECAMP Listen to Dave recount how he first became a passionate antiwar activist and how he was able to turn that passion into speaking about the subject full-time.  Hear Dave break down the current geopolitical situation involving Russia, Ukraine, and the U.S. and its NATO allies, and why we are closer to a hot war situation than at any time during the Cold War.  Dave breaks down how the situation between China and Taiwan is escalating simultaneously and how the United States has been sabre-rattling on the Asian front as well. Dave and I discuss the role of Elon Musk in providing Starlink support to Ukraine. Is he really a hero, as many libertarians seem to believe, or is he another wolf in sheep’s clothing? What would a full-scale war involving the U.S., Russia, or China look like? Dave breaks down the frightening possibilities of “warfare we’ve never seen before.” Has World War III already begun? Dave and I discuss the idea that the war has already begun and how the definition of just what constitutes an act of war has shifted so drastically in recent years. We discuss Turkey's unique role as a peace broker and a thorn in the side of NATO in many ways, even while being a member state.  What does Vladimir Putin want, and how far is the U.S. willing to continue to escalate its vast funding of the war in Ukraine? Dave and I both ponder these questions. We also dig into the role some surprising countries have played in escalating tensions, like my former home Canada and even the supposedly neutral Switzerland. Dave and I cap things off by discussing what the best region of the world would be if a full World War really does break out.  &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 242: De-Dollarization and a BRICS Commodity-Backed Reserve Currency 179: War In Ukraine And The Economic Ramifications - Swen Lorenz 069: Richard Maybury – How Will The Trade War With China Affect You And Your Investments &nbsp; HOW TO FIND DAVE DECAMP’S WORK AntiWar.com <span style="font-weight:

Tom Luongo is a former research chemist turned geopolitical and market analyst. He is the publisher of the Gold, Goats ‘N Guns newsletter, as well as the host of the podcast by the same name.  This was an absolute blast of a conversation covering various freedom-related topics, and I know you’ll love it.  &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH TOM LUONGO Hear Tom detail how he completely reinvented his career by pursuing his interest in economics and geopolitics, going from chemist to renowned geopolitical analyst.  Learn why Tom believes in delivering the unvarnished truth to build an audience organically. Tom explains why it’s important to understand your own limitations as a content creator - and why your audience will always forgive you if you’re honest. Hear Tom address how he “navigates the freedom question” in regard to platform censorship and self-censorship. Tom and I have a great back-and-forth discussion about the importance of narrowing your focus towards practical steps to protect yourselves instead of doom-scrolling all day.   Find out why Tom and I both turn off or remove our phones from the room when private conversations delve into certain topics.  Discover why Tom believes we are the “bottom of the dark age” and why the idea of the Great Reset will “end up in a museum.” Find out what Tom foresees as the future of the United States. Will the U.S. break up? And on whose terms? Learn what Tom thinks of Elon Musk. Is he on “our side?” Or is he just another plant by the global elite? &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 104: Digging Into The Deep State And Where The Election Is Taking Us – Chris Temple 095: Top Political Operative Tells Americans to Escape – Carter Clews 036: Jim Rogers – North Korea, China, Mandarin And The Current State Of Education &nbsp; HOW TO FIND TOM LUONGO’S WORK Gold, Goats N’ Guns: https://tomluongo.me/ Twitter: @TWL1728 &nbsp; CONCLUSION What an absolute blast it was talking to Tom! We got sidetracked from my initial topic idea and ended up going in many different directions, and I was thrilled with how it turned out. The topics we touched on in this conversation are of utmost importance, especially to those in the expat community who are tuned in to what is happening worldwide. If you weren’t already, you’ve got to...

Antony Sammeroff is a psychotherapist, economics journalist, the author of Universal Basic Income - For and Against, and the upcoming book Pharma Lie, People Die. Originally from Scotland, he has spent the past several years since the onset of the UK’s COVId policies living outside the country as a digital nomad in places like Mexico, Costa Rica, Turkey and most recently, India. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH ANTONY SAMMEROFF Antony and I discuss the nature of remote work and why Antony had already begun moving his work primarily online even before COVID policies shut the world down. Hear Antony describe the onset of the absurd COVID policies in his home country of Scotland and how that propelled him to take his business fully remote and to search for more sane parts of the world to reside in. Antony points out an interesting side benefit of the COVID travel restrictions - spending time in a place previously hadn’t planned to - in this case, Mexico. Hear Antony describe how the “COVID years” altered people’s sense of what they are allowed to say and has caused many to self-censor with friends, family and the workplace.  Antony describes the push for “subjectivity” within his education and profession, which is often a cover for leftist bias within institutions.  We discuss what it is like to hold “radical” (sane) positions in today’s post-COVID clown world and how Antony helps people in his practice deal with this feeling of friends, family and institutions acting like they are the crazy ones.  Antony and I discuss the concept of natural law and why so many libertarians were able to see through much of the BS of the last several years due to their ability to filter things through the natural law model. Hear Anthony’s opinion on “conspiracy theories” and mental health after a member of our Expat Money Forum on Facebook questioned my own mental health due to my emails criticizing the World Economic Forum. Does Antony think I’m nuts? You’ll have to listen to find out! &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 245: Fleeing the UK Lockdowns to Become a Sovereign Individual - Johnny HODL 240: Being a Digital Nomad Since Before It Was Cool - Sam Rivello 237: What's It Like Relocating to Mexico When the World Doesn't Make Sense - Jonathan Lockwood &nbsp; HOW TO FIND ANTONY’S WORK: 7pharmamyths.com Beyourselfandloveit.com Email: [email protected] &nbsp; CONCLUSION <span...

Today’s episode celebrates 250 episodes of the Expat Money Show! I can’t believe some of the incredible people I’ve gotten to speak to doing this podcast, many of whom I admired years before this show, were even an idea in my mind.  It occurred to me that many of you hadn’t yet begun your expat journey when I started this podcast back in 2017, and there’s a decent chance you haven’t heard some of the biggest and best interviews that I’ve conducted over the years.  So this week, we’ll be checking out a sampling of top names I’ve interviewed since starting the Expat Money Show - people like Doug Casey, Grant Cardone, Jim Rogers, and the great Congressman Ron Paul. Enjoy! &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 221: What The World Can Expect In 2023 - Ron Paul 075: Grant Cardone – Developing a Millionaires Mindset 036: Jim Rogers – North Korea, China, Mandarin And The Current State Of Education &nbsp; CONCLUSION While this episode may have been a look back into the past, believe it or not, we are just getting started here at Expat Money. This podcast has laid the groundwork for the efforts we are currently undertaking, helping thousands of freedom-loving individuals seek higher ground. The future is bright for those who take action to improve their lives by becoming an expat, and this show will remain the flagship for those who share our ideals. I'm greatly looking forward to the next 250 episodes and beyond, and I'm thrilled to have you all along for the journey.  See you all next Wednesday on the podcast!Mentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will last… If you have been thinking about Panama, then I want to make an invitation to you today. Come join me for a special four-day tour to see if the country I call home is right for you and your family. We have just released the next set of trip dates. You can find out more at ExpatMoney.com/fly. Come visit me and the Expat Money team, get a feel for the country and see if Panama makes sense for investment or as a new home.Panama Fly'n Buy Real Estate TourVeritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the highlands of Panama. We have already started building the roads, subdividing the lots, installing the septic and water, and even installing solar panels, so everything is independent of the power grid! The site we chose is unbelievable; we are up at a flat plateau about a thousand feet up a mountain with incredible unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. To go to the beach, it is just 15 minutes down to the water. We have mature fruit trees on site, including these gorgeous 200-year-old mango trees and many other things, such as avocado trees, papayas, and delicious tropical fruits. You can find out more...

Today Ernie is back to talk a bit about his work in law enforcement, specifically in Latin America, and some of the safety concerns, tips and tricks, and anything to do with safety and security in Latin America. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH ERNIE BACA Listen to Ernie detail his extensive background in law enforcement, including working on HUGE cases that you’ve absolutely heard of, including John Gotti and Timothy McVeigh! Ernie explains what he means by the phrase “security is an illusion” - and how you can use that knowledge to understand your own security situation better. Hear Ernie unveils his security philosophy of mitigating risk. How can you find the balance to understand the reality of the situation best and assess your personal security situation?  Ernie describes how obtaining only partial information, whether from national news - or, in Ernie’s case, security reports - can lead to a skewed view of the security situation in a given area.  Ernie and I discuss the concept of situational awareness - how to use your knowledge and the knowledge of others to assess the level of security you need in any given time and place.  Ernie lays out some very simple rules for travelling, using the examples of Mexico and Brazil. Follow these tips, and you will more than likely be safe and sound wherever you go. Ernie and I discuss more of the little steps we take to “stack” security in our lives and turn situational awareness into a habit. Ultimately, it all comes down to taking personal responsibility. Ernie and I trade personal stories about various security-related situations and how situational awareness - or lack thereof - drastically altered the course of events. Ernie also reveals his ultimate trick for avoiding a bad situation - learning to trust your instinct. Learn from one of the absolute best in this episode. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 246: Beating Cancer in Mexico - Ernie Baca 190: How To Build A Self Sustaining Libertarian Community in Latin America - Patrick Hiebert 095: Top Political Operative Tells Americans to Escape – Carter Clews &nbsp; HOW TO FIND ERNIE BACA’S WORK “Retired Life in Mexico NO BULL” on YouTube &nbsp; CONCLUSION Ernie has extensive experience with the security situation in a number of Latin American countries that are very...

Parallel Mike is an organic farmer, investor and host of the Parallel Systems Broadcast. Having spent most of his adult life in Britain while working as a counsellor and competing as an endurance athlete, Mike and his wife emigrated to Poland to focus on living a more self-sufficient and decentralized life. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH PARALLEL MIKE Discover how “Parallel Mike” was born. What caused Mike to go from pursuing professional sports to becoming a full-time organic farmer focused on self-sufficiency? Hear Mike describe how the COVID lockdowns prevented his initial move to Poland and what Poland was like when they finally did arrive later that year.  Listen as Mike and I discuss the difference between the enforcement of COVID rules “by the numbers” and the reality on the ground.  Mike lays out why he doesn’t believe massive systemic change will come from within the system itself but rather when the system finally breaks on its own.  Mike and I agree on the better strategy for individuals - to build your own systems and find higher ground to fight from.  Hear Mike explain his outlook for the “dark days ahead” regarding hyperinflation and global debt liquidation.  Listen to Mike detail why he became part of a small Polish settlement rather than living in an expat community. Mike breaks down some of the practical steps he has taken to further increase his independence from the system. Every single member of the Expat Money community can learn from this! Hear Mike and I agree that at this stage, focusing on wealth preservation is the key to financial preservation through what’s to come. We delve into the looming threat of capital controls and why it’s so important to have the means to protect your wealth from government confiscation and seizure.  &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 247: How To Defend Yourself From What's To Come 242: De-Dollarization and a BRICS Commodity-Backed Reserve Currency 220: Buying Asian Investments &amp; Currencies On The Cheap - Marc Faber &nbsp; HOW TO FIND PARALLEL MIKE Website: https://parallelmike.com/ YouTube: Parallel Systems &nbsp; CONCLUSION It was great speaking to Mike, someone who views the...

This week's episode will be a little different than the normal fare, as I am officially unveiling a project that has been in the works for ten months now. Dare I say, this will be a game changer for anyone serious about achieving more freedom in their lives in the face of all the craziness in the world right now. Please take the time to listen to this brief episode, and if it sounds like it's right for you, sign up for the EMS Pulse Newsletter over at ExpatMoney.com. This is the ONLY way I'll be sending information out about this - no Twitter, no Facebook, no YouTube. Let's just say the technocrats aren't going to be happy about this. Enjoy, MikkelMentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will last… If you have been thinking about Panama, then I want to make an invitation to you today. Come join me for a special four-day tour to see if the country I call home is right for you and your family. We have just released the next set of trip dates. You can find out more at ExpatMoney.com/fly. Come visit me and the Expat Money team, get a feel for the country and see if Panama makes sense for investment or as a new home.Panama Fly'n Buy Real Estate TourVeritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the highlands of Panama. We have already started building the roads, subdividing the lots, installing the septic and water, and even installing solar panels, so everything is independent of the power grid! The site we chose is unbelievable; we are up at a flat plateau about a thousand feet up a mountain with incredible unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. To go to the beach, it is just 15 minutes down to the water. We have mature fruit trees on site, including these gorgeous 200-year-old mango trees and many other things, such as avocado trees, papayas, and delicious tropical fruits. You can find out more information and contact us at VeritasPanama.com But please be aware that there are only 100 home sites, and without even talking about this to the general public, a lot of the lots are already sold… So if you dream of living in a completely off-grid community, enjoying the beautiful weather, close to the beach, being food, water, and energy independent, and want to have like-minded and cool neighbours, people who respect personal, medical, and economic freedoms, then I want you to contact us at VeritasPanama.com today Veritas PanamaVeritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the highlands of Panama. We have already started building the roads, subdividing the lots, installing the septic and water, and even installing solar panels, so everything is independent of the power grid! The site we chose is unbelievable; we are up at a flat plateau about a thousand feet up a mountain with incredible unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. To go to the beach, it is just 15 minutes down to the water. We have mature fruit trees on site, including these gorgeous 200-year-old mango trees and many other things, such as avocado trees, papayas, and delicious tropical fruits. You can find out more information...

Today's guest is Ernie Baca, a retired law enforcement professional with a distinguished career spanning 30 years. During his tenure with the United States Marshals Service, he was part of high-profile cases such as the Trials of John Gotti, the World Trade Center Bombers, and Timothy McVey.Upon retiring at the age of 52, he moved to Mexico and fell in love with San Miguel de Allende, where he initially settled before moving to Monterrey. He now serves the Expat community by sharing his experiences of moving, living, and travelling to Mexico through his well-known YouTube Channel, "Retired Life in Mexico NO BULL."TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH ERNIE BACA Listen to Ernie detail his backstory in various U.S. federal law enforcement agencies, leading him to find and fall in love with Latin America. Ernie details why he ended up moving to Mexico "by accident" upon retiring at the age of 52. Hear Ernie describe the U.S. doctor's visit that awakened him to the idea that, perhaps, U.S. health care isn't the greatest in the world after all. Your jaw will drop as you hear the nightmare of red tape and bureaucratic boondoggles Ernie had to manage to try to deal with U.S. health insurance companies. Learn how Ernie's healthcare woes led to his wife suggesting the crazy idea of trying a doctor in Mexico. Ernie describes his absolute amazement at the rapid and excellent service he received in Mexico, getting the MRI he spent months trying to get in the U.S. the next day in Mexico at a fraction of the cost. You will be floored to learn about the incredibly high level of treatment Ernie received all along the process of diagnosing and treating his cancer in Mexico. Hear the inspiring perspective that beating cancer gave to Ernie and how it has propelled his new lease on life as he continues to enjoy the retired life in Mexico, cancer-free. RELATED EPISODES 237: What's It Like Relocating to Mexico When the World Doesn't Make Sense - Jonathan Lockwood164 - Medical Tourism In Colombia136: Medicare For Expats - Danielle RobertsHOW TO FIND ERNIE BACA'S WORK "Retired Life in Mexico NO BULL" on YouTubeCONCLUSION It was absolutely incredible to hear Ernie's story. I legitimately got shivers up my spine during certain parts of his harrowing journey dealing with cancer. But Ernie's story is an excellent example of what I am always driving home to my listeners - there are almost always superior, more affordable options overseas, even when it comes to saving your own life.I enjoyed my conversation with Ernie so much that I've already invited him back to discuss safety and security in Latin America, so be sure to subscribe to the podcast and the Expat Money YouTube channel so you don't miss it!Mentioned in this...

Johnny HODL is a freedom advocate, podcast host, and digital nomad originally from the United Kingdom. In 2021 he decided to permanently leave the UK after becoming disenfranchised by that government's authoritarian covid policies. He now lives on the sunny Mexican Pacific coast, where he continues to work remotely in the Bitcoin industry. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH JOHNNY HODL Listen to Johnny describe the evolution of his political views and how adopting Bitcoin in 2016 led him to a more freedom-oriented philosophy. Johnny explains what was the exodus point that prompted him to permanently leave his home country of the United Kingdom. Hear Johnny and I discuss the hubris displayed by many in the West supporting lockdowns while many of those in the developing world didn’t have the convenience of “just staying home.” We examine why the “soft admission” of guilt over the COVID narrative isn’t enough of a recanting from those supporting it. Johnny and I talk about the lack of ethics in the COVID policies implemented and why even if all the data were correct, it would still be a major ethical violation to enforce lockdowns, vaccine mandates, etc. Listen to Johnny describe how, once you take the “red pill” regarding the nature of government, it’s hard not to see government at every level as a monopoly on violence. I drive home the notion that after 23 years of travelling the world and visiting over 100 countries, voting with your feet, i.e. being an expat and utilizing offshore markets, is absolutely hands down the best solution I have ever found.  We discuss how governments around the globe are starting to close their doors in various ways - including the looming threat of CBDCs. Johnny provides his view of what “sovereignty” is and how others can reclaim more of their sovereignty as he has by seeking out more freedom abroad. Johnny and I both reflect on how, once taking personal responsibility for every single aspect of your life and respect natural law, life simply gets better. We have an interesting back-and-forth on the correlation between wealth and happiness. Does the ethics by which the wealth is acquired affect the happiness of those who hold it? I’d love to hear my listener's thoughts on this! &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 237:...

In today’s episode, I will share a third and final portion of my recent webinar on Brazilian real estate featuring our question and answer section. I’ve received such a great response and questions from listeners interested in this opportunity over the last few days, so I figured I would go ahead and share our Q&amp;A section. As I discussed in part one, I believe Brazil presents the greatest opportunity among the BRICS countries to benefit from the coming de-dollarization. After John broke down the incredible opportunities to acquire Brazilian beachfront real estate with 12% net returns this past Monday in part two, today’s episode should clear up any lingering questions you might have. Enjoy!TODAY'S Q&amp;A ON BRAZILIAN BEACHFRONT REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS Listen in as John and I address the question of the language difference in Brazil. Can you get by with English or even Spanish, or do you need proficiency in Portuguese? We address what the medical system is like in Fortaleza and how the private medical system is very affordable. Brazilian native Bruno gives his insights on all of the great activities available to do in this region of Brazil. You will never get bored here! Bruno also further explains the details of the rental program, including addressing the owner's personal use of the property. I detail how we’ve set things up so you can get Brazilian residency by purchasing just two of these investment properties. Not a bad bonus! John breaks down why one-bedroom villas are the real “workhorses” for these investment properties. I explain why keeping your money in real estate right now is much safer than in the stock market or fiat currencies. We address the question on everyone’s mind - when will these units be delivered? You’ll see why you must act now to lock in these prices while they are in pre-construction. RELATED EPISODES 243: Brazilian Beachfront Real Estate with 12 Percent Net Returns150: Six Months In Florianopolis, Brazil - Mikkel Thorup097: Global Real Estate Bargain Hunter Says Buy Beachfront – John PalumboHOW TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BRAZILIAN BEACHFRONT REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITIES EMAIL: [email protected]: +1 (904) 674-6900CONCLUSION If you’ve followed along this past week, you know how high I am on Brazil, especially this incredible Brazilian beachfront investment opportunity from my friend John Palumbo. As John, Bruno and I have explained over the last three episodes, these investments represent a potential golden opportunity to add a reliable passive income stream to your portfolio in a time of increasing global uncertainty.I hope you find this information valuable, and if you’re interested in learning more, please do reach out to us at [email protected] in this episode:Veritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners...

In today’s episode, I will share part two of my recent webinar on Brazilian real estate. I had so many people who were interested in this concept that they wanted to hear the rest of the presentation. So today, I’m going to share a special bonus episode in which I’m actually going to release my business partner John's presentation, and what he will be talking about is beachfront real estate in Brazil with 12% returns. As I discussed in part one last week, I believe Brazil presents the greatest opportunity among the BRICS countries to benefit from the coming de-dollarization. Enjoy this presentation in which you’ll learn more about the nuts and bolts of acquiring Brazilian real estate. TODAY'S DISCUSSION ON BRAZILIAN BEACHFRONT REAL ESTATE WITH 12% NET RETURNS Listen in as John explains why when it comes to real estate, he advises not thinking outside the box but thinking outside the country. John reveals his not-so-subtle secret to buying international real estate by following one simple rule. Can you really own beachfront property for under $100,000? John breaks down how it’s possible. Find out how you can use this strategy to “supercharge” your retirement portfolio. Learn the secrets of why Brazil is literally a buyer’s market right now. John and his daughter Morgan address the most common question they get about Brazil: “Is it a safe place to go?” Rio and Sao Paulo get all the love, but wait until you hear about this incredible tourist location in Brazil that you’ve probably never heard of! What is the secret to earning consistent rental income? John unveils the key metric he uses to determine where to buy. John and Morgan address another common first-world question: “What do I do without Walmart and Costco?” Learn how you could lead a world-class lifestyle in Brazil for a fraction of the money it would cost elsewhere. John walks you through the concept of “ownership timing” - when is the best time to park your money in a real estate project? Find out a little-known secret to how you can earn rental income tax-free - you read that right! Tune in to hear a special offer just for Expat Money Show listeners - this is almost too good to be true (but it is!) RELATED EPISODES 242: De-Dollarization and a BRICS Commodity-Backed Reserve Currency131: Travelling To Brazil During The Pandemic - Mikkel Thorup097: Global Real Estate Bargain Hunter Says Buy Beachfront – John Palumbo &nbsp; HOW TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BRAZILIAN BEACHFRONT REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITIES EMAIL: [email protected]: +1 (904) 674-6900 CONCLUSION Are you among the many whose dreams of owning beachfront property in the US have been shattered? The opportunities are still there if you look outside the US. As John and I have explained over the last two episodes, Brazil represents a potential golden opportunity to add a solid income stream to your portfolio while capitalizing on the global de-dollarization trend. I hope you find this information valuable, and if you’re interested in learning more, please do reach out to us at <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" rel="noopener...

In today’s episode, I am going to share a portion of this past weekend’s workshop on Brazil, in which I gave a presentation about the de-dollarisation that is happening in the world and what we're going to see with either a new reserve currency or a second reserve currency in the world. This is an extremely important topic that is going to affect everyone’s investments, and no “Plan B” is complete without factoring in what is going to occur with reserve currencies over the coming years. Enjoy! &nbsp; TODAY'S PRESENTATION ON DE-DOLLARIZATION AND A BRICS COMMODITY-BACKED RESERVE CURRENCY I break down why many nations are currently fleeing the dollar, paving the way for new potential reserve currencies. Tune in as I go through a number of headlines from around the world highlighting the steps many countries are taking towards de-dollarization. I lay out which countries I believe will join up with the BRICS countries, including a few that may surprise you.  I dig further into the prospects of a BRICS reserve currency, and just what it might be backed by. Listen as I explain how this de-dollarization movement might not only threaten the U.S. dollar but the very use of fiat currencies in the global economy. I further look at the sheer vastness of the BRICS countries in terms of sheer size, population and resources. It’s truly mindblowing to think of the potential of their combined power.  I address the biggest question my audience will be asking: so how do we play this? What can we do to profit off of what is to come? Aside from the question of which commodities to play, I also look further at the pros and cons of each of the BRICS nations themselves.  Lastly, I answer the question on everyone’s mind “What am I doing with all of this information?” I offer a glimpse into my financial strategy going forward as it pertains to de-dollarization and the BRICS nations. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 205: From California to Brazil An Expat Story - Travis 150: Six Months In Florianopolis, Brazil - Mikkel Thorup 143: Building A Business And Finding Romance In Brazil - Kevin Koskella HOW TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BRAZILIAN REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITIES EMAIL: [email protected] &nbsp; CONCLUSION I hope you enjoyed this taste of the workshop from this past weekend. I am constantly trying to increase my listeners' knowledge and understanding of the most important emerging economic issues and opportunities out there, and Brazil stands out to me as having some of the most potential of any nation across the globe. See you all next Wednesday on the...

Josh Summers is an expert in online security and identity protection who has lived and worked in Asia since 2006. He has written for Lonely Planet, published his own travel guides, and built multiple online brands that reach tens of millions of people each year. I am doing my best to stay current on the latest developments in privacy and security, and I was thrilled to speak with Josh, one of the most well-informed voices on these issues. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH JOSH SUMMERS Listen in as Josh recounts how living in highly surveilled China led him to take on a more complete understanding of privacy and surveillance issues. Josh and I discuss how we bridge the gap between our own personal privacy while still maintaining a personal brand and business. Josh explains why he sees himself as a “privacy pragmatist” in how he views finding the right level of achievable privacy for himself and his family. Listen as Josh details the 3 different solution sets for privacy - which one is right for you? We dig into how to look at the pros and cons of Big Tech companies and how even the biggest Big Tech villain can offer its own privacy advantages.  Josh lays out some of the most basic first steps that everyone with a baseline level of privacy concern should take. Have you done these yourself? Josh explains the concept of “salting” a password on top of using a password manager. This is a great idea that I’ll be implementing right away! Hear Josh emphasize the importance of holding the keys to your own security. Is your security in your own hands or that of a third party? Josh and I dig into some of the more advanced techniques for securing your devices. I’ll be curious to hear if my audience has been utilizing any of these tactics! We discuss how to navigate the KYC Problem. How can you protect your identity when everyone requires you to prove it? Josh breaks down options for an often forgotten piece of the privacy puzzle - protecting your address via virtual addresses. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 223: Best of Privacy &amp; Secrecy 217: Online Privacy For Freedom-Minded Individuals - Terry Tillaart 162: How Privacy Can Protect You If They Come For You - Gabriel Custodiet HOW TO REACH JOSH SUMMERS Website: All Things Secured <a...

Today’s guest is Sam Rivello, who left his home in Los Angeles, California in 2010 as a ‘life experiment’ to combine work and travel to see the world. Since then, he has spent “1 minute or more” in 81 countries, with an average time of 58 days per country. Over the past 12 months, he has travelled extensively throughout Africa and plans to spend at least another 12 months seeing what this amazing continent has to offer. Sam and I have a lot in common, and this discussion is chock full of nuggets of wisdom on every step of the expat journey. Enjoy! TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH SAM RIVELLO Listen in to hear Sam recount how he decided to try the “life experiment” of working while travelling “for two years” - which is still going strong thirteen years later! Wow! Sam reflects on what it was like becoming a “digital nomad” before the term was popularized - and the infrastructure challenges that came along with it. We discuss the importance of setting personal boundaries when it comes to technology and the constant challenge of drawing a hard line between work and personal time. Sam explains how he made the professional choice to take more long-term ownership and responsibility for his own lifestyle as a full-time expat, to ensure balance in all areas of life. Listen as Sam breaks down the challenge of expats and those leading a digital lifestyle to break a lot of their old mindsets in order to make the lifestyle sustainable for them. We discuss the concept of “nomad burnout” as Sam explains what led to his decision to live for an extended period of time as an expat in Scandinavia. Sam details how the Danes have a very different concept of what entails “friendship” and the difficulty of breaking into pre-established friend groups there in Denmark. We dig into our shared view that the expat lifestyle is a fantastic vehicle for learning, which makes it perfect for those with a passion for learning as Sam and I both hold. We then discuss some of the reasons that many live vicariously through other expats instead of pulling the trigger and giving it a shot themselves. I’ve heard a ton of these before! Sam lays out some of the top reasons that some expats end up burning out from the lifestyle. Be sure to listen in for his advice on how to make sure this doesn’t happen to you! Listen to Sam’s insights on the key to learning a new language. Hint: there are no shortcuts! &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 209: Life As A Long-Term Digital Nomad - Kristin Wilson168: Digital Nomad Mindset Tips and Challenges150: - Six Months In Florianopolis, Brazil - Mikkel ThorupHOW TO REACH SAM RIVELLO Website: https://www.SamuelAsherRivello.com/Contact: https://www.SamuelAsherRivello.com/Contact/Grab My New Book On Being A Digital Nomad Digital Nomad Visas &nbsp; CONCLUSION Sam and I have a lot in common when it comes to our passion for travel as a challenge to learn and grow from. It was an absolute pleasure to learn from his efforts and struggles as an...

Often I get asked by subscribers and clients, "Hey Mikkel, What Are You Doing?" So I thought it would be helpful to record a quick episode on what I am doing with my own money to protect myself and my family from the financial armageddon that is on the horizon. This episode should give you a bit of insight into the way my brain works and what I think is important for us to defend ourselves. I don't expect my opinions to be popular, but at least I am honest. &nbsp; Enjoy, MikkelMentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will last… If you have been thinking about Panama, then I want to make an invitation to you today. Come join me for a special four-day tour to see if the country I call home is right for you and your family. We have just released the next set of trip dates. You can find out more at ExpatMoney.com/fly. Come visit me and the Expat Money team, get a feel for the country and see if Panama makes sense for investment or as a new home.Panama Fly'n Buy Real Estate TourVeritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the highlands of Panama. We have already started building the roads, subdividing the lots, installing the septic and water, and even installing solar panels, so everything is independent of the power grid! The site we chose is unbelievable; we are up at a flat plateau about a thousand feet up a mountain with incredible unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. To go to the beach, it is just 15 minutes down to the water. We have mature fruit trees on site, including these gorgeous 200-year-old mango trees and many other things, such as avocado trees, papayas, and delicious tropical fruits. You can find out more information and contact us at VeritasPanama.com But please be aware that there are only 100 home sites, and without even talking about this to the general public, a lot of the lots are already sold… So if you dream of living in a completely off-grid community, enjoying the beautiful weather, close to the beach, being food, water, and energy independent, and want to have like-minded and cool neighbours, people who respect personal, medical, and economic freedoms, then I want you to contact us at VeritasPanama.com today Veritas PanamaVeritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the highlands of Panama. We have already started building the roads, subdividing the lots, installing the septic and water, and even installing solar panels, so everything is independent of the power grid! The site we chose is unbelievable; we are up at a flat plateau about a thousand feet up a mountain with incredible unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. To go to the beach, it is just 15 minutes down to the water. We have mature fruit trees on site, including these gorgeous 200-year-old mango trees and many other things, such as avocado trees, papayas, and delicious tropical fruits. You can find out more information and contact us at VeritasPanama.com But please be aware that there are only 100 home sites, and without even talking about this to the general public, a lot of the lots are already sold… So if you...

John Perkins is the author of the legendary book Confessions of an Economic Hitman, which first appeared on the show in Episode 71. He has now published an updated version of the book titled Confessions of an Economic Hit Man, 3rd Edition – China’s EHM Strategy; Ways to Stop the Global Takeover, featuring 12 new chapters breaking down how China has essentially become the world’s “economic hitman.” Longtime listeners will surely recognize that John and I share some differing world views, and I certainly do not endorse his beliefs on things like white supremacy, climate change, vegetarianism and feminism, to name a few. Nonetheless, his experience and insights are incredibly valuable, and you will certainly learn a ton from this conversation.  &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH JOHN PERKINS: Listen in to hear John explain in detail what an “Economic Hitman” - or “EHM” strategy is from his own personal experience implementing it on behalf of first-world nations and banking elites and how he came to understand the dark side of what he was doing.  John details the predatory nature of the EHM strategy and the devastating effects it has had on third-world nations. You won’t believe the shocking statistics about the average age in Africa.   Hear John reveal the nefarious methods the EHM strategists use to manipulate statistics like GDP to display positive effects on the economy while the underlying reality paints a much bleaker picture for the citizens of the nations targeted by it. Then we discuss  the difference between honest entrepreneurship - the kind that I practice in my business - and “cronyism” or “predatory capitalism.” John explains how China has shifted its own economic hitman strategy under President Xi Jinping over the last ten years and their nefarious motivations for doing so.  We dig into what John describes as the “death economy” - as the EHM competition between the leaders of China and the United States wreaks economic havoc across the globe. John and I further discuss current global political issues and the different levels of attention conflicts in Ukraine and Yemen receive from the media and the general public. John drives home how many individuals have embraced changes in the last three years and the need to change our perception of our current socio-economic and governmental systems. We discuss the very different perceptions of “success” in Latin America and how things like spending time with family and friends often take higher priority than the gain of material goods in that region.  Lastly, we discuss China’s increasingly interwoven relationship with Latin America and the impacts, both positive and negative, on the region. ...

Jonathan Lockwood is a pro voice over talent originally from Detroit and currently living in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. He now spends his spare time venturing deep into the Mexican countryside and finding amazing artisanal mezcal.  I enjoyed getting to know Jonathan and you are going to learn a ton from this conversation. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH JONATHAN: Listen in to hear Jon share the story of how he grew up in an apocalyptic religious cult and how he “woke up” from the brainwashing, which helped him to see that things are not always as they seem. Jon describes how foreseeing the forthcoming fiscal nightmare in the United States led him to explore other options outside of his home country. Hear Jon describe the striking similarities with how politics created divisiveness in families over the last several years to his own experience rejecting the beliefs his family had raised him to hold.  We dig into our shared belief that it’s important not to condemn others for being behind where you are at any given moment in life.  Then we discuss how Jon wound up choosing San Miguel de Allende, Mexico as his home, where he now lives with his wife and their daughter.  Learn what Jon views as the surprising advantage of living in a country with an extremely inefficient government.  Jon relays a hilarious experience he had when he first attempted to speak Spanish upon arriving in Mexico - he had me stitches! We discuss the concept of “stacking freedom” as opposed to trying to find a “Shangri-La”, and how not to become paralyzed by the fear of making the wrong decision. Jon goes into detail describing the “melting pot” city of San Miguel de Allende, and how the locals have responded to the always-growing expat community there. You’ll be wanting to book your trip to San Miguel after hearing this! Then we discuss how Jonathan developed a passion for artisanal Mezcal that he sources from “the Disneyland of Mezcal” in Oaxaca, Mexico. I learned so much about Mezcal that I never knew before! &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 234: I Wrote a New Book on Moving to Mexico 213: From The Bay Area To Mexico an Expat Story - Ken 170: Searching For Freedom In Mexico - Marc Clair &nbsp;...

Today, I am going to share a conversation I had on The Tom Woods Show. This interview has gotten such a great response since it first aired that I wanted to share it here with you to make sure you didn't miss it. Tom didn't let me off easy and really put me on the hot seat, bringing up a ton of objections that many who are first hearing about the expat lifestyle tend to come up with. &nbsp; Answering Common Expat Objections In this discussion, I respond to some common “black pilled" takes that Tom has heard about the negative side of expatriation, dispelling the notion that the advantages you can achieve outside your country of birth aren’t all that great when you break it down. There is no Shangri-La - no perfect libertarian country in the world. It does not exist. But that's not to be said that we can't get more freedom in our lives by being overseas or by jurisdiction shopping. I explain to Tom exactly what FATCA - the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act -  is and how it works, and why it’s even caused some Americans to go as far as to renounce their U.S. citizenship! I address Tom’s concern that whatever problems you have in the U.S., they may very well be worse outside the U.S., as was the case in certain countries when it came to COVID restrictions. Tom and I talk about how Americans can utilize the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion to greatly reduce their tax burden while living overseas. I break down the concept of citizenship by investment and how the process typically unfolds for those with substantial funds to invest overseas. I lay out the many reasons to have a second passport, even if you do not plan to live outside your home country! I provide some definitive first steps to take for those that have caught the expat bug and are ready to take their expat journey to the next level. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 221: What The World Can Expect In 2023 - Ron Paul 170: Searching For Freedom In Mexico - Marc Clair 093: Why Are People Leaving The USA – Travis Luther &nbsp; PURCHASE THE EXPATS GUIDE TO MOVING TO MEXICO Get your own copy of the Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico and after you read the book, do us a HUGE favour and leave us a great review on Amazon! This is a huge help in getting the book in front of more people. &nbsp; THE EXPAT MONEY SUMMIT We also discussed the Expat Money Summit a bit, and even though this was from last year, we will be doing another summit this year, so you can head to this link and grab a FREE ticket to the largest expat event of the year. &nbsp; CONCLUSION I hope you enjoyed today's conversation on The Tom Woods Show. Tom is an excellent interviewer, and I loved how he pressed me on some of the common objections people who are first learning about the expat lifestyle often hold. These are questions that don't often come up here on the Expat Money Show, where I primarily interview those who are already on the expat journey, so...

Today I am going to recap the last incredible week in Panama, beginning with a hugely informative conference for private clients and culminating in my 40th birthday party. The last week has been unbelievable. Clients flew in from every corner of the world, literally from everywhere. I am still decompressing from a busy and eventful week, but I wanted to first stop and take the time to record this episode for you and update you all on some other goings on here at Expat Money while everything is fresh on my mind.  &nbsp; PANAMA CONFERENCE AND BIRTHDAY PARTY RECAP I recap the start of the week with the investor's conference I put on in Panama with private clients from diverse places like Germany, Thailand and New Zealand attending. I explain the difference between my "private" clients and my "regular" clients and how you can become one! This week highlights why I like to get to know my prospective clients personally before I take them on  - because I spend a LOT of time with them! The type of information provided at this conference would literally take months or even years of research to acquire on your own - offshore investing and residency is definitely not a 'DIY' type of thing. Meanwhile, we also formally launched The Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico, which has already launched to #1 in the "libertarianism" category on Amazon! I also provide a preview of the upcoming trips I am planning in the next year for private clients. If these sounds interesting to you, read this important letter and consider if becoming a private is a good fit for you. Finally, I reflect on my 40th birthday party that was made so special by the 150 + attendees who travelled from places like Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland, the UK, Brazil, Colombia, Canada, USA, etc. - all culminating in an amazing fireworks display! Ultimately, these events are about building a community and realizing that we aren't the crazy ones out there. We in the Expat Money community are building a better and brighter future for ourselves while much of the world goes mad. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 234: The Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico Is Here 208: From USA To Panama an Expat Story - Angela 207: From Arizona to Panama An Expat Story - Keith &amp; Yvette &nbsp; PURCHASE THE EXPATS GUIDE TO MOVING TO MEXICO Get your own copy of the Expats Guide...

Today, I am going to do a "freedom read", a concept inspired by my friend Kevin Koskella on his Freedom Lovin' Podcast, where he would read sections of prominent freedom books, which I thought was such a cool idea. So today I am going to be reading the first few chapters from my recently published book, the Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico. We haven't even done an official launch of this book yet, so we need to help people realize it's out there. In today's reading, you'll learn much of the basics of why so many expats have been moving to the beautiful country of Mexico. &nbsp; The Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico The Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico is a comprehensive A to Z guide through everything you need to know about Mexico and the processes behind moving there or setting up a Plan B residency in the country. Getting a residency in Mexico is not that complicated or expensive. So don’t fear; in my new book, I go into detail about what the process is like and how you can do it yourself. I explain my first task as the author of this book - to discuss mindset. Are you ready for a change, and how will you accomplish it? My goal is to present the full reality of Mexico to the fullest extent of my ability - the good, the bad, and the ugly. I address some of the biggest fears many have of becoming an expat. Are any of these holding you back? I outline some of the reasons Mexico can provide an excellent quality of life, including some advantages you might not expect. I discuss who this book is NOT for. Yes, it won't be for everyone. I lay out the major differences between living in Mexico vs. living in places like the USA, Canada and Europe. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 213: From The Bay Area To Mexico an Expat Story - Ken 170: Searching For Freedom In Mexico - Marc Clair 093: Why Are People Leaving The USA – Travis Luther &nbsp; PURCHASE THE EXPATS GUIDE TO MOVING TO MEXICO Get your own copy of the Expats Guide on Moving to Mexico and after you read the book, do us a HUGE favour and leave us a great review on Amazon! This is a huge help in getting the book in front of more people. &nbsp; CONCLUSION I hope you enjoyed today's episode, and I really do hope you enjoy the brand-new book. After reading this book, you will have a thorough understanding of the types of visas to be able to move to Mexico, the specific requirements to get residencies, the safest cities to live in as an expat, the cost of living, and so much more! Even in just the chapters covered here, you'll leave with a solid idea of everything you need to take into account to determine if Mexico is the right country for you. As I said in the episode, our plan is to release several of these, but for that to happen, I need lots of support from the community. We want to make this a number-one bestseller, and we need lots of reviews out there. So pick up the book and let me know what you think. Hopefully, you'll get lots of value. Send me a note or put a review on Amazon. I'm going to read everything. Thanks!Mentioned in this episode:Veritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the...

Ramiro Romani is a technologist, activist, educator, and entrepreneur who dropped his corporate career to work on meaningful social movements. His company, Above Agency, recently released Above Phone – a complete privacy phone solution that combines secure hardware, open-source operating systems, and cutting-edge privacy services. I know the issue of privacy is of utmost importance to Expat Money Show listeners, and today's episode will open your eyes to how your phone tracks you every single day and the actionable steps you can take to stop it. &nbsp; How to Stop Your Phone From Spying on You If you've long suspected your phone is spying on you, trust us, it is. Today's episode will give you the tools you need to begin to fight back. Ramiro delves into his background as a software engineer and how he realized the Big Tech companies are a part of the privacy problem. I discuss with Ramiro how he decided to shift his priorities and help build systems outside of Big Tech's grasp and bring heart back to their technology, quitting his job to become a full-time activist in movements such as the Freedom Cell Network before founding Above Agency in 2021. Ramiro breaks down how his software team went about creating Above Phone by “De-Googling” their phone and using open-source software to tweak existing open-source platforms We discuss in detail why having a privacy phone is so important and how Big Tech companies track everything you do because YOU are the product. Ramiro shares some SHOCKING examples of how innocent lives have been affected by big-tech spying. I discuss with Ramiro the 3 layers of tracking through the Operating Systems, the apps and the telecom companies.  We look at one of the most common questions Ramiro fields regarding why they use “the Devil” aka Google to build a privacy phone instead of using Linux or another system? Ramiro and I examine why it’s important to accept incremental steps in taking privacy back and not let the lack of the perfect tool prevent you from taking any precautions against Big Tech. We examine how even “privacy” companies track and mine data from their users and make false claims about their products while portraying a privacy face on the surface. Ramiro gives an on-screen demonstration of how some of the available apps work - this is a great reason to head over and watch the video on the Expat Money YouTube channel! We even learn how it's possible to use a phone without being exposed to ANY EMF at all by using an ethernet adaptor! This blew me away! &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 162: How Privacy Can Protect You If They Come For You - Gabriel Custodiet 182: Creating Your Freedom Cell Overseas – John Bush 117: How To Protect Yourself From The Digital Inquisition - Remso Martinez &nbsp; HOW TO LEARN MORE AND GET AN ABOVE PHONE For a special offer and to support our work go to riseabovephone.com and use code...

Today I want to go back to basics and ensure that everybody understands the terms we discussed so that you can make the right decision for yourself and your family if you decide to become an Expat and plan for the future. I realize that not everyone understands the verbiage and lexicon that immigration entails. There are many different types of immigration visas; there is not a one size fits all approach to this. &nbsp; IMMIGRATION BACK TO BASICS Confused about the lexicon or language when it comes to immigration? Many people are. This is the episode that you won’t want to miss. I start with the most basic language, so you’ll fully comprehend and understand it. I discuss the difference between temporary and permanent residencies and why they are so important to understand. The next step up is citizenship. What does this mean? What must you do or complete to become a citizen in a new country? Are you thinking about starting a family or having additional children? Listen as I talk about birth tourism and what it can mean for you and your family. One of my main focuses is on Residency by Investment. What does that look like, and how can you obtain one? What is a Golden Visa? You may have heard this phrase. The next piece of information I cover is Citizenship by Investment. The countries that offer it, and why I believe it is so important. I run through the countries that currently have citizenship by investment and the costs involved. &nbsp; CONCLUSION I hope today's episode was beneficial to you and works as a real complement to the three-hour workshop I did on Saturday. If you have more questions after watching the presentation, want to review the CBI programs we discussed, and join me on some of these things, there's a special email address just for people who registered and attended that presentation. See you all next Wednesday on the podcast!Mentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will last… If you have been thinking about Panama, then I want to make an

James Baker is a Certified Public Accountant and international tax expert. He helps expats and foreign nationals grow their businesses and protect their wealth with custom tax planning strategies tailored for US expats and foreign nationals alike.  &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH JAMES, Listen in to hear James talk about helping non-residents use US companies and bank accounts to save money on taxes. We dig into the US as an offshore jurisdiction and how the systems function. We talk about strong asset protection and wealth protection laws in the USA and that most CPAs don’t understand that the US is the largest tax haven in the world.  One of the biggest concerns Jim’s clients have is about information sharing. It’s a big concern, and listen to why that is. If you are a tax resident of any country outside the US, doing a service business, an e-commerce business, or some kind of coaching business, Jim shares a ton of information for you.  Understanding the tax laws of the country you live in or pay taxes to is highly important. It’s one of the many aspects of my business that I help people with daily. Jim lets us in on his favourite states for setting up structures and what you should look for. The bottom line is Jim can help you and your business make more money and pay less in taxes.  &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 181: Living Overseas With Your Family And How To Make Your Expat Experience A Raving Success 190: How To Build A Self-Sustaining Libertarian Community In Latin America – Patrick Hiebert 214: Stacking Laws Like LEGO Blocks To Secure Your Freedom – Patri Friedman &nbsp; HOW TO REACH JAMES BAKER www.expatmoneyshow.com/cpa to book a call with Jim. &nbsp; CONCLUSION Jim and I have been working together for several years now, and I trust him with my clients. We had a lot of people asking for a podcast about the US as a tax haven. Well, here is an amazing conversation with Jim Baker. Enjoy!Mentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly...

Jeremy Cordon has always had an interest in precious metals. On a whim, he quit a high-paying job to become one of the first full-time employees of the UPMA (Utah Precious Metals Association). He was able to help grow the organization from 400 members to over 25,000.   In 2019, he created the Gold product known as the Goldback. This exhibited Gold in spendable quantities for the first time. Using a patented production process, he effectively set up a novel product in one of the oldest industries known to man.  &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH JEREMY CORDON Jeremy and I discuss in detail how the idea of Goldback began and the difficulties they had to overcome to create this amazing product. Imagine using real gold, not a digital reflection of gold, but real gold to buy and sell almost anything you want. How would that work? Wondering if Goldbacks can be counterfieted? Listen to find out! What interested me about the Goldbacks was the divisibility. Jeremy explains how it works. If you’re thinking about how legal the Goldbacks are, Jeremy runs through the laws that have been put into place throughout the United States. I found this super interesting. Can the Goldbacks be used in other countries besides the USA?  You will be pleasantly surprised if you haven’t seen the beautiful art on every Goldback.  Listen to find out where you can purchase your own Goldbacks. We talk about the commerce aspect and bartering with Goldbacks How do you find these people or stores when you want to buy something with your Goldback? Is there some way to identify them? &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 220: Marc Faber – Buying Asian Investments &amp; Currencies On The Cheap 218: Understanding Energy And Bitcoin – Nick Giambruno 193: Visiting Gold Mines In Faraway Lands – Larry Scharf &nbsp; HOW TO REACH JEREMY CORDON www.goldback.com - You can find everything on his website to get started. &nbsp; CONCLUSION I just love how beautiful the Goldbacks are. I purchased several a few months ago, and we handle them like other gold products; with love and care.  See you all next Wednesday on the podcast! &nbsp;Mentioned in this episode:Join Me In Panama For Our Next TourI have great news. After many meetings and explanations, the Panamanian government has agreed to keep the Investors Visa at a $300k Real Estate investment instead of nearly doubling the amount required, as they said they would. This is a massive win for our community who wants to move to or invest in Panama, but I am not sure how long this will...

Michael Strong, my partner and co-founder of the Expat International School of Freedom &amp; Entrepreneurship. His experience in the education system is vast and varied. I’ve had the pleasure of working alongside him for about three years now, creating this amazing program for students ages 8-19.  In today’s conversation, we will focus on expat families and the most crucial age for children. I’m excited to have him back on our show. &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH MICHAEL STRONG Michael explains what our school is all about and why it is so important to reach students, especially middle school-age kids, as early as possible. What happens when traditional government-run schools become boring and meaningless?  Parents ask Michael all the time. You run an online school. What is the difference in the dynamic when kids are addicted to online games? Are you not part of the problem?  What is the fundamental difference between passive and active education? Understanding the program's flexibility is vital for families wanting to travel and to ensure their children don’t suffer with their education. Michael explains how our program is only for 4.5 hours a day, but the traditional school might be 7.5 or 8 hours a day. What is the difference, and how can that work efficiently? If your child is not thriving, take it seriously. Learn why this is vital information. What is the future for your children? Are they being educated on something that will not be around in 10 or 20 years, as government-run institutions teach? Or is it something that your child will love and be able to adapt for the rest of their life? The best question asked about ‘Free Education.’ Here’s Michael Strong’s answer to that if you’re wondering about the program's cost for this level of education. Homeschooling by professionals is how Michael Strong explained this type of education to me when I first met him and how I now explain our system. &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 115: The Solution To Educating Your Children Abroad – Michael Strong 183: How Woke Ideology Has Taken Over Education And What You Can Do To Defend Your Children &nbsp; HOW TO REACH MICHAEL STRONG ExpatSchool.io ExpatSchool.io/schedule-a-call &nbsp; CONCLUSION This information will be invaluable if you have school-aged children between the ages of 11 and 14. Please take the time to listen, take lots of notes, and then call...

In this episode we talk extensively about the country of Nicaragua and how you can get residency in the country. For those interested in making an investment to obtain residency, please email [email protected] &nbsp; TODAY'S CONVERSATION WITH PATRICK HIEBERT What is Nicaragua actually like as a country?  Patrick talks about the community they are building in Nicaragua called Playa Pacifica and how they are building homes using solar power and wind power.  Is a Nicaraguan Passport a good one to have?  We talk about how to get residency in Nicaragua and what will work and what will not work.  We discuss Danny Ortega and his wife and what they have done for Nicaragua. I think you’ll be surprised at what we have to say. Great questions were asked, What about transportation? a car? Can you bring down your own jeep or an SUV to Nicaragua? What are the import taxes like? One of the most frequently asked questions when moving to another country is, ‘should I bring my own household goods? Or purchase in my new country?’ Patrick talked about what he has done in the past and what he recommends. Healthcare is another concern for expats. We talk about the costs, what you can expect when using a hospital and what kind of service you will enjoy. Patrick and I discuss everything you can imagine about the country of Nicaragua and what the residency program is all about. Don’t miss this episode! &nbsp; RELATED EPISODES 190: How To Build A Self-Sustaining Libertarian Community In Latin America – Patrick Hiebert 181: Living Overseas With Your Family And How To Make Your Expat Experience A Raving Success  163: Expat International School- The Education You Wish You Had &nbsp; HOW TO REACH  [email protected] &nbsp; CONCLUSION I love Nicaragua. It’s a beautiful country, with lots to see and do. I first went some 20 years ago and enjoyed it so much that I purchased the teak &amp; avocado parcel with Patrick and Vida Verde Agroforestry to gain my residency there.  Patrick and I cover a lot of great information in this episode. Don’t miss it!Mentioned in this episode:Veritas Panama - Offgrid CommunityAfter 17 months of bureaucracy, my partners and I successfully got our permits for Veritas Panama! This is the fully off-grid community we are building in the highlands of Panama. We have already started building the roads, subdividing...