Best Tech Savvy Investors Podcasts (2025)

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San Jose Cracks Down on Blight: $10K Fines and the Future of Our Neighborhoods 3:07

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San Jose is taking a bold stand against neglected properties. The City Council just approved fines of up to $10,000 a day—and as much as $500,000 a year—for blighted homes and buildings that drag down neighborhoods. In this episode, we break down what these new penalties mean, why the city is taking such a tough stance, and how this connects to the…

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German Startup News Sept 2025: $2.3B AI Unicorn, N26 Crisis & Climate Tech 21:32

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Berlin’s AI unicorn skyrocketed from $350M to $2.3B in valuation in just months. Meanwhile, fintech giant N26 faces its most severe governance crisis yet, as its co-founder CEO steps down after regulatory pressure. And Europe’s climate tech sector is booming with mega-funding rounds, including a record €825M hydrogen allocation. This is your Septem…

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#107 - How To Earn Passive Income by 'Being the Bank' with Rick and Crystal Rumer 47:39

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Send us a text Ever wish you could invest in real estate without dealing with tenants, repairs, or late-night calls? In this episode, Rick and Crystal Rumer share how they went from overwhelmed landlords to building a business that brings in steady, passive income, all by “being the bank.” They break down how they buy land and homes, set up notes, …

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#106 - Tax Hacks Every Real Estate Investor Should Know with Jason Melillo 45:12

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Send us a text How do some real estate investors manage to pay little or even no taxes while staying completely legal? In this episode, Steven Arita talks with Jason Melillo, CPA and co-founder of KBKG, about the tax strategies smart investors use to keep more money in their pockets. With 25+ years of experience and billions saved for clients, Jaso…

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#105 - How Energy Credits Boost Property Profits and Investor Returns with Charles de Jager 59:22

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Send us a text What if you found out there’s money sitting on the table? Money that could save your real estate project or put more cash in your pocket? In this episode, Steven talks with Charles de Jager, CEO of Energy Credit Consulting, about how energy incentives can help both developers and investors save big. Whether you're starting a new buil…

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#104 - Why Smart Investors Are Choosing Passive Income in 2025 with Ruben Izgelov 51:31

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Send us a text Is chasing high returns worth the stress, or is steady, reliable income the real goal? In this episode of Path to Passive, host Steven Arita sits down with Ruben Izgelov, co-founder of WeLend, to talk about why more investors, especially tech professionals, are turning to private lending for consistent monthly cash flow. Ruben shares…

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German Startup Funding, Deep Tech AI, & Fintech M&A – September 2025 News 29:00

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What if the next billion-dollar startup was brewing in Berlin, Munich, or Vienna right now? In this episode, we cover the game-changing deals, deep tech breakthroughs, and green innovation stories shaping the DACH startup scene in September 2025. Whether you’re a founder, VC, or ecosystem insider, this is your shortcut to staying ahead in Europe’s …

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DACH Startup News: Berlin AI Rockets, N26 Shakes & Europe’s Hydrogen Bet 21:33

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Berlin’s AI just rocketed from $350M to $2.3B. At the same time, Switzerland locked in €825M hydrogen funding, and N26 faced its toughest governance test yet. This is not Silicon Valley news. This is the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) reshaping startup dynamics — and it’s moving fast. In this Startuprad.io Summer Wrap-Up 2025, we unpac…

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#103 - Passive Income Through 1031s and DSTs with Ben Carmona 38:54

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Send us a text What if you could sell your property, skip the big tax hit, and stop dealing with all the hassles of being a landlord? In this episode, Steven chats with Ben Carmona, a financial advisor who’s been helping people do just that for over 20 years. Ben breaks down how strategies like 1031 exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs) wo…

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85: Trump's Big Beautiful Bill: Revolutionizing Real Estate Investing and Saving on Taxes 30:21

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Jason presents Travis King, CEO of Realm, a real estate investor collective, focusing on the "Big Beautiful Bill" and its positive implications for real estate investors. They discuss specific provisions like accelerated depreciation and the permanent grandfathering of Opportunity Zones, highlighting their role in attracting capital back into the m…

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#102 - How to Earn Passive Income Without Being a Landlord with Lindsay Davis 1:00:05

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Send us a text What if you could earn steady rental income without ever having to fix a leaky faucet or chase down a tenant? In this episode, Steven chats with Lindsay Davis, CEO of Spartan Invest, as she explains how her team helps busy professionals build real estate income through fully managed, turnkey single-family homes. No landlord duties. N…

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Episode 309: The Season 3 Finale — Lessons, Reflections & What’s Next 22:28

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In this special season finale, Malessa and Candice reflect on the most powerful insights, boldest moves, and behind-the-scenes takeaways from The Build Up Season 3. From blockchain investing and syndications to mindset shifts and small-but-mighty portfolios, this recap covers it all. Filmed at Brown Harris Stevens’ Studio 1873, Part of the Mastery …

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#101 - How Real Estate Investors Save Thousands with Cost Segregation with Brian Kiczula 53:51

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Send us a text Most real estate investors don’t realize they could be saving thousands on their taxes. In this episode, Steven chats with Brian Kiczula, founder of Cost Seg Rx, as he shares how cost segregation can help you do just that. He explains what it is, how it works, and why it matters whether you own a single-family rental, an RV park, or …

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#100 - What I've Learned from 100 Episodes 26:10

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Send us a text Ever think about what it’s really like to make 100 podcast episodes? In this special episode, Steven looks back on the journey, from being nervous and over-prepared to finding his rhythm and sharing more of his own story. He talks about what worked, what didn’t, and how letting go of perfection made all the difference. You’ll hear ab…

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Episode 308: How Antoinette Munroe Built Wealth with Just Four Properties 28:15

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In this episode of The Build Up, Malessa and Candice sit down with Antoinette Munroe, a real estate investor and educator who left corporate life to design a freedom-focused portfolio. With just four rental properties, Antoinette reached financial independence through intentional investing strategies like house hacking, BRRRR, and assisted living f…

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#99 - How to Build Wealth Without Becoming a Landlord with John Casmon 58:39

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Send us a text What would you do if your company went under, not once, but twice? That’s exactly what happened to John Casmon, and it became the turning point that led him into real estate. In this episode, Steven sits down with John Casmon as he shares how he went from house hacking a duplex to leading over $150 million in multifamily apartment de…

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#98 - Where Does The Money Come From? 19:09

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Send us a text Ever wonder how investments actually make money? In this episode of the Smart Tech Investor mini series, Steven keeps it simple and walks you through real examples—from apartments and self-storage to retail spaces, warehouses, land development, and more. If you’re in tech or just starting to explore investing, this one’s for you. Ste…

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Episode 307: The Passive Investing Playbook with Whitney Elkins-Hutten 32:25

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In this episode of The Build Up, Malessa and Candice sit down with Whitney Elkins-Hutten, partner at PassiveInvesting.com and a nationally recognized expert in real estate syndications. Whitney shares how a failed live-in flip became the unexpected turning point that launched her career in real estate. Today, she helps manage a portfolio of over $8…

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84: Pricing and Managing Your Short Term Rental for High ROI with Wendy Sweet 26:28

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Sites like AirBnB, HomeAway and the like are popping up and being used more than ever. Many people believe that they need to be in high traffic cities like LA, NY, Miami, etc, in order to take advantage of owning a short term rental property. Wendy Sweet, Principle of Carolina Hard Money, talks with Jason Hartman about how she's making her AirBnBs …

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#97 - What Luxury Real Estate Really Means and How to Sell Your Home for More with Debbi DiMaggio 1:06:33

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Send us a text Is luxury real estate really just about the price? In this episode, Steven Arita sits down with Debbi DiMaggio, real estate veteran, coach, and author, to unpack what truly defines luxury in today’s market. With over 35 years of experience in the Bay Area, Debbi shares how service, presentation, and emotional connection matter far mo…

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#96 - How Bitcoin Mining Became a Powerful Passive Income Strategy with Beau Turner 1:09:38

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Send us a text What if instead of buying more stocks or another rental, you could earn passive income from a machine that mines Bitcoin while you sleep? In this episode, Steven Arita chats with Beau Turner, founder of Abundant Mines, about how he went from real estate investing to running a full-time Bitcoin mining business after learning some hard…

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Episode 306: Syndication Strategy for Modern Investors with Aleksey Chernobelskiy 32:42

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In this episode of The Build Up, Malessa and Candice sit down with Aleksey Chernobelskiy, founder of GP-LP Match and former institutional investor who once managed a $10 billion portfolio. Aleksey shares how his journey from Moscow to Wall Street led him to launch a platform that helps everyday investors access the syndication space with confidence…

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What Newsom’s Housing Reforms Mean for California’s Future 15:17

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California’s 2025 housing reforms aim to boost affordability and speed up development. Learn how these changes impact the Bay Area real estate market and what it means for buyers, sellers, and investors. Learn More blog: https://HarvBalu.COM/CAnews0725 Sources: Recent housing affordability reports and legislative summaries gov.ca.govlisten notes.co…

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#95 - Real Talk on Wealth, Purpose, and Starting Over with Damion Lupo 53:53

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Send us a text What does it really take to go from feeling lost with money to finally being in control? In this episode, Steven chats with Damion Lupo as he opens up about starting his first business at age 11, losing millions during the 2008 crash, and how those tough lessons shaped the mission he’s on today. He shares why most people stay stuck, …

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Big Win for Real Estate: How the New Tax Bill Empowers Bay Area Homeowners and Investors 13:49

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Senate tax bill brings major wins for Bay Area homeowners, buyers, and investors, including a higher SALT deduction cap, permanent mortgage interest deduction, and protection for 1031 exchanges. Learn how these changes could boost affordability, support generational wealth, and create new opportunities in our local market. For full blog details, vi…

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June 2025: Helsing, Luma, and EU Billions: DACH Startup Funding 2025 Unleashed 38:05

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What happens when Germany creates its second decacorn and the EU drops €10B to scale startups? This month’s news episode breaks it all down — from funding explosions in deep tech to the future of biotech, fintech innovation, and defense AI. The DACH startup scene has never been this hot. What You'll Learn Why Helsing dethroned Celonis to become Ger…

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Compass vs. Zillow: What the Private Listings Lawsuit Means for Bay Area Real Estate 16:55

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In this episode of Bay Area Realty Experts, we explore the high-stakes lawsuit between Compass and Zillow over private listings and listing access. What does this legal battle mean for homebuyers, sellers, and agents in the Bay Area? Tune in to get the facts, insights, and potential impact on how homes are marketed in today’s competitive real estat…

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#94 - From Fortune 500 to Real Estate Freedom with Niyi Adewole 50:48

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Send us a text Thinking about getting into real estate but not sure if you need a license, or if you should even invest outside your city? In this episode, Steven chats with Niyi Adewole, a former healthcare executive who left the corporate world to build his dream life through real estate. Niyi shares how he got started with a simple house hack in…

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AI Hype Cycle or Revolution? Why We're Still in the Early Days 35:25

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After 2.5 years of ChatGPT dominating headlines, Matt, Soham and George dive deep into the biggest question in tech: Are we witnessing the next revolutionary technology or heading for another dot-com style crash? What We Cover: The AI Bubble Debate Why OpenAI makes $10B in revenue but still isn't profitable Johnny Ive's mysterious $6.8B device deal…

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Episode 305: Rethinking Wealth Through Passive Investing with Jim Pfeifer 38:29

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In this episode of The Build Up, Malessa and Candice sit down with Jim Pfeifer, founder of Left Field Investors and former financial advisor, to explore how a single rental property shifted his entire approach to wealth building. Jim shares how he went from traditional investing to leading a community focused on passive real estate syndications. He…

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83: Data & Insights for the Sharing Economy with AirDNA's Scott Shatford 21:37

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The sharing economy isn't going anywhere, and people can make a lot of money getting involved. But you have to be smart about how you invest. Each property is different, each market is different, and each day is different, which can make figuring out exactly which properties are going to be best for purchase. Scott Shatford, founder of AirDNA, talk…

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#93 - Building Real Security Beyond the Stock Market with Patrick Grimes 53:22

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Send us a text Are your 401K, IRA, and company stock really enough to secure your future? In this episode, Steven Arita talks to Patrick Grimes, a former robotics engineer turned full-time investor, who shares how he went from losing it all in real estate to building real wealth through smart, alternative investments. He talks about the shift from …

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Bitcoin Vegas Exposed the Truth: Young People Can't Win in This Economy 48:11

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Matt returns from the Bitcoin Conference in Las Vegas with a sobering reality check: the financial system is rigged against young people, and most don't even realize it. In this raw conversation, the co-hosts: Soham Mehta, Matthew Black, and George Pu break down why traditional wealth-building advice no longer works and what young people can actual…

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#92 - How To Think Like A Business Owner In Your Investments 6:31

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Send us a text What if your money could work harder than you do? In this episode, Steven flips the script on how we think about wealth. Instead of just chasing a bigger paycheck, we’ll talk about the power of ownership and why shifting your mindset can make a huge difference. Steven discusses something called return on effort (ROE) and why it matte…

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Episode 304: Balancing Medicine, Mindset and Multifamily with Dr. Benjamin Aaker 33:26

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In this episode of The Build Up, Candice and Malessa sit down with Dr. Benjamin Aaker, an emergency medicine physician, TEDx speaker, and real estate investor, to explore how he has built a multifaceted career. From life in the ER to scaling a real estate portfolio, Dr. Aaker shares how mindset, systems, and strategy have helped him navigate both f…

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Why Social Media is Killing Young People's Wealth (And How to Fight Back) 29:28

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Episode Description Social media is rewiring young brains to crave instant gratification over long-term wealth building. In this eye-opening conversation, George and Soham dive deep into why frugality has become nearly impossible for today's youth and what it's really costing them. What We Cover: The Death of Frugality Why multimillionaires wear th…

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#91 - How One Nurse Left Healthcare to Become a Full-Time Real Estate Investor with Maria Marks 54:57

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Send us a text What happens when a nurse shows up to a real estate seminar with an index card full of notes and leaves with a whole new vision for her life? In this episode, Steven Arita chats with Maria Marks, a former nurse who left healthcare to build a real estate business that now gives her steady passive income. Maria opens up about the perso…

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$60K Salary Isn't Livable Anymore: The Side Hustle Revolution 32:10

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Description: Is the traditional 9-to-5 dead? With AI making entrepreneurship more accessible than ever, George and Soham explore why young people are abandoning corporate careers for side hustles and startups - even when the odds are stacked against them. What We Cover: Why quiet quitting became a thing (and it's not about the money) The $60K media…

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#90 - From Rock Bottom to Real Estate Wealth with Pete Schnepp 45:57

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Send us a text In today’s episode, Steven chats with Pete Schnepp, who went from losing his first home in the 2008 crash and getting hit with a lawsuit, to building a real estate portfolio with over 100 rental units. Pete opens up about the tough lessons that shaped how he invests today, why uncertain markets can be full of opportunity, and how buy…

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Why Young People Are Fleeing America & Canada 32:41

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Are Western governments driving away their best entrepreneurs with crushing taxes? George shares his nightmare experience managing US and Canadian corporations while Matt explores why places like Dubai, Singapore, and Paraguay are becoming the new promised lands for young founders. What We Cover: George's $10K+ annual tax nightmare: Delaware franch…

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Episode 303: From Teacher to Luxury Home Builder with Rich Perello 34:31

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In this episode, Malessa and Candice sit down with Rich Perello, a former high school teacher turned luxury spec developer in the Hamptons. From his first multifamily flip to building $15 million homes, Rich shares how smart risk-taking, strong partnerships, and great design can transform your real estate career. You won’t want to miss this inspiri…

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May 2025: AI Unicorns, Mega VC Funds, and Regulation Shakeups in DACH 31:18

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Startups in the DACH region are heating up — from AI unicorns to VC mega-funds. In this monthly startup news roundup, we unpack the most important trends in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland’s tech ecosystem. Learn how Parloa became Germany’s second unicorn of the year, how Quantum Systems secured €160M to dominate aerial AI, and how the EIB’s €70B…

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82: Managing Your Own Short Term Rentals with Julia Spencer 42:37

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Julia Spencer used to invest in long-term rental homes, but decided to switch over to short-term rentals a few years ago. She shares with Jason what she has learned over the years while self-managing the properties she owns, and gives some tips on how to avoid pitfalls that she experienced. The fears of an all consuming time commitment, never being…

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#89 - How Passive Is Passive Income, Really? 8:46

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Send us a text In this episode, Steven shares a personal story that challenges the idea of truly passive income in real estate. After a conversation at RaiseFest, he reflects on his own rental experience, highlighting the unexpected time and stress involved. He breaks down the spectrum of investing, from hands-on roles like flipping to more hands-o…

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Is Google's Quantum Computer Going to Kill Bitcoin? 20:54

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Is Bitcoin doomed by quantum computing? With Google's latest quantum breakthroughs making headlines, many young investors are wondering if their Bitcoin is safe from quantum attacks. In this episode, George, Matt, and Soham tackle one of the most common fears holding people back from Bitcoin investment. What We Cover: Why quantum computing is a "no…