Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Ladislas Maurice, global real estate investor, world traveler, and founder of The Wandering Investor. Ladislas shares how he left a corporate career with Nestlé, traveled from Oman to Paris with his family, and discovered real estate opportunities across emerging and frontier markets. He breaks down how he evaluates countries, why some markets simply can't be played, and how international real estate can offer residency, citizenship, and generational advantages.
From Turkish citizenship-by-investment to managing risk in frontier markets to avoiding common scams with proper legal structure, Ladislas offers a masterclass in cross-border investing. This conversation is rich with geopolitical context, real-world examples, and practical frameworks for anyone curious about expanding their financial freedom beyond borders.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Joel Kraut, a seasoned investor and lender with nearly 30 years of hands-on experience across single family, multifamily, gas stations, car washes, and specialty-use commercial properties. Joel shares his journey from Wall Street options trading to building a 145-unit portfolio in just 30 months, along with the painful lessons learned during the dot-com crash and Great Recession. He explains the critical importance of due diligence, market awareness, and partner selection when evaluating any deal. Joel also breaks down what makes niche assets profitable, how environmental risks can make or break a project, and why McDonald's demographic research is one of the simplest tools investors can leverage. This episode is packed with wisdom for both new and experienced investors who want to build resilient, long-term wealth.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy sits down with B Dwiek, former IBM engineer turned full time real estate investor and founder of Bluestone Flagship Investors. B shares his journey from house hacking in the 90s to building a multi decade tech career while quietly accumulating investment properties on the side. Eventually, the headaches of active ownership pushed him toward passive investing, where he discovered stronger returns, less stress, and better scalability. Today, he helps busy tech professionals evaluate deals, avoid common investing mistakes, and build long term wealth through disciplined due diligence and data driven decision making. If you're overwhelmed by deal flow, unsure how to compare opportunities, or ready to transition from W2 to wealth building, this episode is a blueprint for elevating your investment strategy.

Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Mikkel Thorup, one of the world's leading expat consultants, to break down how high net worth investors can legally reduce taxes, gain second residencies, and build diversified portfolios across multiple countries. Mikkel explains his signature "Four Plus One" framework, covering immigration, real estate, asset protection, tax reporting, and lifestyle alignment.
He also demystifies concepts like offshore banking, second residencies, dual citizenship paths, and what it truly means to become an expat. From investing in timber plantations and agricultural land to selecting politically stable, inflation-resistant countries, Mikkel offers a masterclass in global wealth protection. Whether you're exploring Plan B options or looking to build a fully international lifestyle, this conversation provides the foundation to get started.

We're excited to share that we have officially rebranded the "Freedom Point" podcast to the "On The Rise" podcast!

This evolution reflects the direction of our content, our mission, and the conversations we're having with investors, entrepreneurs, and leaders across the industry.

The rebrand represents growth and forward momentum, the same values that drive our work at Rise48 Equity. As the show continues to expand, you'll see an even stronger focus on leadership, mindset, wealth-building, and the frameworks behind long-term success.

Welcome to the Freedom Point Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Peter Krull, Partner and Director of Sustainable Investing at Earth Equity Advisors, to unpack what sustainable investing really means—and why it's becoming a core strategy for the next generation of investors. Peter traces the evolution from socially responsible investing to ESG and now to true sustainable, resilient, and innovation-driven investing. He breaks down the myths, the politics, and the misinformation surrounding ESG, while explaining how climate risk, infrastructure failures, and shifting demographics are reshaping global investment themes. From energy transition to water scarcity to biotechnology breakthroughs, Peter outlines where he sees the biggest opportunities and how investors can avoid greenwashing by looking under the hood. This episode is a practical, eye-opening guide for anyone curious about the future of investing.

Welcome to the Freedom Point Podcast! In this episode, Jeremy sits down with Dave Seymour — retired firefighter, TV personality from A&E's Flipping Boston, and now a respected commercial real estate investor and educator. Dave shares his journey from financial hardship during the global financial crisis to rebuilding his life through faith, service, and real estate. He breaks down the traps of financial illiteracy, the hidden costs of Wall Street, and why alternative investments offer stability that busy professionals often overlook. Dave also opens up about fear, discipline, and the role of faith in decision-making, offering powerful guidance for anyone looking to pivot toward financial independence. This conversation blends real-world investing wisdom with authenticity, humor, and heart.