Episodes

  • "How to invest your first $1,000 in 2024!" - Eric Pan of Ericnomics
    Jul 5 2024

    Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Wealth Busters! Today, we hang out with Eric Pan, better known as Ericnomics, a personal finance whiz with over 200,000 followers on Instagram and TikTok. Eric’s got an impressive background in traditional finance, hedge funds, and crypto, and now he’s sharing his journey with us. We chat about everything from his days working at banks and hedge funds to making the leap to full-time content creation. Eric opens up about the intense and sometimes toxic work culture in finance, offers a peek into the hedge fund world, and explains some of his thoughts and strategies in Crypto.

    Timestamps
    00:00 - Introduction and Eric Pan's background
    01:08 - Transition to full-time content creation
    02:17 - Eric's journey in finance and crypto
    03:27 - Experiences in traditional finance
    04:17 - Explanation of AML and KYC
    05:09 - Worst job experiences in the bank
    06:06 - Toxic work culture in finance
    07:17 - Explanation of buy side vs. sell side
    07:57 - Working with billionaires in hedge funds
    10:10 - Purpose and greed in hedge funds
    10:37 - Qualifications for investing in hedge funds
    12:13 - Hedge fund strategies and long/short explanation
    14:13 - Use of Bloomberg Terminal in hedge funds
    15:07 - Example of satellite imagery in hedge funds
    17:32 - Pressure and stress in hedge funds
    20:10 - AI in finance and hedge funds
    21:13 - Transition from hedge funds to crypto
    24:08 - Qualified custodians in crypto
    25:27 - Importance of qualified custodians
    26:32 - Edge in crypto investing
    27:01 - Crypto VC investments and risk tolerance
    29:17 - Eric's personal crypto allocation
    32:39 - Crypto market volatility
    33:19 - Passion for educating and content creation
    34:41 - Goals and measuring success
    37:15 - Building a business in content creation
    38:18 - Fire round: Investing advice for beginners
    39:52 - Investing in 2024
    41:08 - Travel plans and points usage
    42:32 - Japan travel highlights
    44:04 - Culture and safety in Japan
    45:53 - Stocks and crypto investments for July
    47:10 - Final words and closing remarks

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    48 mins
  • "Every Canadian wants to go to the States!" - Erwin Szeto
    Jun 28 2024

    Hey everyone! Welcome back to another episode of Wealth Busters! Today, we've got Erwin Szeto, a top real estate investor and podcast host, joining us to chat about the ins and outs of the real estate game. We dive into everything from the challenges of being a landlord in Canada to the exciting opportunities waiting in the US market. If you're looking to get the scoop on smart investing, this episode is for you.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • "I was Homeless and Now I am a Real Estate Millionaire" - Ray Glymph
    Jun 21 2024

    Join us in this inspiring episode as Ray Glymph shares his incredible journey from facing homelessness to owning 140 doors in real estate. We dive deep into Ray' strategies, setbacks, and successes along his path to becoming a real estate mogul.

    Timestamps
    00:00 Introduction and initial question about becoming homeless.
    01:14 Continuation of the discussion on the backstory of becoming homeless, impact of 9/11.
    02:28 Discussion on escaping homelessness, first jobs, and the start in real estate.
    04:15 Conversation on financial strategies and pitfalls in real estate investment.
    06:38 Strategy for maintaining a W-2 job and investing in real estate.
    08:46 The challenges of running restaurant and bar businesses alongside real estate.
    10:35 Overview of managing 140 doors and real estate strategies without partners.
    10:51 Opinions on joint ventures and syndication deals in real estate investing.
    13:13 Discussing the secrecy of a new deal and strategies in real estate capital raising.
    15:37 The considerations and challenges of managing a large-scale real estate deal.
    17:51 Recounting a previous real estate deal and the strategy behind it.
    19:50 Benefits of triple net leases in commercial real estate.
    20:11 Discussion on the analytical approach to real estate deals.
    22:36 Specifics of managing a mixed-use property and tenant relations in West Virginia.
    24:59 Financial outcomes of the discussed real estate deal and cash-on-cash returns.
    27:25 Advice on managing properties with negative cash flow.
    29:16 Reflections on real estate investment strategies and the importance of managing debt wisely.
    31:41 Further advice on real estate investment and managing challenging properties.
    34:05 Discussion on Airbnb and short-term rental challenges.
    36:08 The operational and financial realities of managing Airbnb properties.
    37:08 Concluding thoughts on real estate investment and the importance of good deals.
    39:32 Strategies for balancing growth and stability in real estate investing.
    41:48 Discussion on navigating the current economic climate in real estate.
    43:33 Closing remarks and where to find more information.

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    45 mins
  • "I Made $10,000,000 with Airbnb Arbitrage" - Humza Zafar
    Jun 14 2024

    Humza Zafar is the latest guest on the Wealth Busters Podcast

    Humza has a an incredible story from being unemployed to running an 8 figure Airbnb Arbitrage business in a couple of years

    I today's episdoe Hamza explains the strategies and mindsets he used to get where he is today as well as advice for investors in the Canadian Real Estate market


    Timestamps
    0:00 - Introduction and Revenue Insights
    0:56 - Welcome to Wealthbusters Podcast
    1:30 - Guest Introduction and Background
    2:30 - Journey from Canada to the U.S.
    3:10 - Scaling the Airbnb Business
    5:33 - Insights on Airbnb Industry and Competitors
    7:57 - Financial Strategies and Managing Overheads
    10:18 - Importance of Profitability and Business Growth
    12:40 - Case Study: Moving Furniture and Restructuring Portfolio
    15:00 - Class A vs. Class B/C Properties
    17:18 - Challenges and Opportunities in Airbnb Arbitrage
    19:40 - Utilizing Fast Income for Long-term Investments
    22:07 - Case Study: Buying Property in Dallas
    24:21 - Alternative Rental Models like PadSplit
    26:40 - Strategy for High-End Airbnb Clients
    28:46 - Canadian vs. U.S. Middle Class
    31:01 - No-Party Policy in Airbnb Business
    32:43 - Quitting the 9-to-5 Job
    35:08 - Traveling and Living in Dubai
    37:33 - Insights on Airbnb Business in Dubai
    39:52 - Focus and Expansion in New York
    42:20 - Starting Airbnb Arbitrage in 2024
    44:45 - Selecting Profitable Cities and Locations
    47:09 - Business Credit Card Recommendations
    49:32 - Interior Design and Furnishing Tips
    51:53 - Overview of New Coaching Program
    54:20 - Conclusion and Future Plans

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    55 mins
  • "Formal Education will Earn you a Living, Self Education will Earn you a FORTUNE!" - Jeff Wallis
    May 31 2024

    Jeff Wallis is the latest guest on the Wealth Busters Podcast

    Jeff is a 20+ year Sales Expert and we touched on a variety of things such as

    - How to Dominate in Sales
    - How Jeff has been using Stock Options to speed up his retirement goals
    - Investing in new assets for the first time in your 40’s

    Timestamps
    Introduction of Jeff Wallace - 00:52
    Discussion on Career Transition and Sales Experiences - 03:15
    Jeff Discusses Sales Role and Income Potential - 05:35
    Questions on Sales Strategy and Income Details - 07:41
    Detailed Discussion on Compensation and Sales Expectations - 08:20
    Hiring New Salespeople and Traits to Look For - 10:15
    Career Advice and Sales Strategy - 12:41
    Jeff's Approach to Sales and Strategy for Success - 14:59
    Investing Strategy and Retirement Planning Discussion - 17:17
    Reflections on Sales and Investment Strategies - 19:41
    Jeff's Personal Investing Journey and Strategies - 22:06
    Discussion on Financial Independence and Investment Shifts - 24:26
    Investing Insights and Real Estate Discussion - 26:40
    Real Estate Strategies and Income Streams - 28:55
    Reflections on Investment Strategies and Starting Late - 31:13
    Challenges in Investment and Real Estate - 33:32
    Advice on Investing and Career Planning - 35:46
    Jeff's Experience and Learning in Stock Option Investing - 38:04
    Detailed Discussion on Stock Options and Investment Growth - 40:19
    Jeff's Reflections on Stock Option Success and Strategy - 42:41
    Future Plans and Investment Goals - 44:46
    Closing Remarks and Reflections on Financial Education - 47:03

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • "If you are thinking of Immigrating to Canada for Money.... DON'T" - Simran Sachdeva
    May 24 2024

    Welcome to another exciting episode of the Wealth Busters Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Simran Sachdeva

    She goes into a wide variety of topics

    - The future of software development
    - Immigrating to Canada
    - The role of female developers
    - How to thrive as a couple in business
    - Should individuals still think about immigrating to Canada

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    53 mins
  • “I Paid over 500k for Grant Cardone to Speak at my Conference” - Seth Ferguson
    May 17 2024

    🎙️ Welcome to another exciting episode of the Wealth Busters Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Seth Ferguson, the mastermind behind Canada's largest real estate investing conference. We discuss with Seth how he was able to scale the Multi Family Conference in just 3 years and have guest such as Grant Cardone, Alex Rodriguez, and Jordan Belfort.

    We also discuss how Seth went from a Single Family Real Estate Investor, to losing his entire portfolio, only to scale even bigger with Multi Family Real Estate.

    Find out how you can learn my SET-AND-DONE Hedge Fund Stock Options Strategies to earn a consistent double-digit yearly return by spending only 30 minutes per week ► https://www.codyyehvip.com/start

    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Intro
    03:27 - Transition from nothing to running a large conference
    Marketing and Sales Insights
    07:30 - The challenge of selling tickets and coaching programs
    10:00 - Event costs and importance of speakers
    Event Logistics and Execution
    12:00 - Team structure and budget breakdown
    15:00 - Importance of sponsorship and sales team
    17:35 - Ad spend strategies and platforms
    20:00 - Learning from mistakes in the first year
    23:00 - Registration challenges and staffing requirements
    25:00 - Dealing with production and logistics
    Revenue and Financial Management
    27:00 - Allocating the remaining budget
    30:00 - Speaker costs and their impact
    33:00 - Financing an event and handling risk
    Future Vision and Scaling
    36:00 - Vision for the multifamily conference
    38:00 - Expanding to other markets
    40:00 - Importance of impacting 10,000 people
    43:00 - Raising capital and structuring deals
    45:00 - Finding and analyzing deals
    47:00 - Transition from single family to multifamily investments
    50:00 - Starting from zero and rebuilding
    52:00 - Importance of mentorship and education
    54:00 - Building a new portfolio
    57:00 - Business environment in Canada vs. the US
    59:00 - Regulation and its impact on business growth
    1:01:00 - Personal reasons for staying in Canada
    1:04:00 - Benefits of living in Canada
    1:06:00 - Resources and culture
    1:09:00 - Information on the multifamily conference

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • 🤩Zero to Hero?! : ZAC HARTLEY's Epic Rise from Basement to 3D Printing Mogul 🏆
    Mar 19 2024

    Join us on this inspiring episode of Wealth Busters as we dive into the incredible story of Zac, a visionary entrepreneur who started a 3D printer business from the confines of his basement. 🚀

    Discover how Zac's passion for innovation and relentless pursuit of excellence propelled his humble beginnings into a million-dollar empire. Not only did he revolutionize the 3D printing industry, but he also used his success to expand and build a legacy that continues to inspire. 🌟

    Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a tech enthusiast, or someone looking for motivation to chase your dreams, Zac's journey from basement to boardroom is a testament to what's possible with hard work, vision, and a bit of ingenuity. 💼

    📲Visit our website and Connect with us on Different Funnels:
    1. Instagram: @wealthbusters
    2. TikTok: @wealthbusters
    3. Cody's Instagram: @cody__yeh
    4. Nada's Instagram: @ab_nada

    🌟Go to Cody's Channel for more Financial Insights!
    - Cody Yeh Investing @CodyYeh

    Find out how you can learn my SET-AND-DONE Hedge Fund Stock Options Strategies to earn a consistent double-digit yearly return by spending only 30 minutes per week ► https://www.codyyehvip.com/start

    Join Cody’s private FB group Stock Investing for Beginners (Canada/US) ► https://www.facebook.com/groups/StockInvestingCanadaUs/

    Sign up for the complete version of Cody’s member-exclusive Mastermind Weekly Research Newsletter ► https://www.codyyeh.com/newsletter

    For business or consulting inquiries, you can reach Cody at codyyehchannel@gmail.com

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    56 mins