Aspen Funds
Invest Like a Billionaire
The insider’s guide to alternative investing. Each week, join Aspen Funds’ Bob and Ben Fraser to hear the latest insights from the world of alternative investing. We’ll give you an inside look at the portfolios of everyday millionaires who are making real returns and passive income through alternative investments in real estate, private equity, hedge funds, and more. And we’ll keep you up-to-date with market news, macroeconomics and investable megatrends so you can invest with confidence. Find out more at https://www.thebillionairepodcast.com/ or join us at https://aspenfunds.us/
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Jul 7, 2026
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Episodes
100. Origins of Crowdfunding & Accessing Distressed CRE Deals feat. Dr. Adam Gower 24.08.2023 57:57
In this episode, host Ben Fraser is joined by special guest Dr. Adam Gower, founder of GowerCrowd and author of the book "The Reality of Distressed Real Estate.” With wit and wisdom, Dr. Gower discusses the origins of crowdfunding, its transformative impact, and potential pitfalls. Join us as we explore his perspectives on navigating market downturns, his recent insights on crowdfunding misha...
99. Top of Mind: Why China May Face Deflation 21.08.2023 18:44
Join co-hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser as they dive deep into China's economy, addressing a phenomenon that has taken experts by surprise — deflation. This episode delves into the unexpected aftermath of China's strict COVID lockdowns, revealing a sluggish economy with deflationary concerns. Delving into the factors contributing to China's unanticipated economic challenges, they provi...
98. Mastering Alternative Investments with Your IRA feat. Kirk Chisholm 17.08.2023 52:38
Join host Ben Fraser in this riveting episode as he sits down with Kirk Chisholm, Principal of Innovative Advisory Group and host of the Money Tree Investing podcast. Discover Kirk's journey from brokerage houses to pioneering self-directed IRAs and alternative strategies. Hear about his client success stories, the unique investments you can make within your IRA, and Kirk’s insights into the b...
97. Top of Mind: Are Retail Strip Centers the Next Hot Real Estate Trend? 14.08.2023 7:28
Join hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser in the latest episode of the "Top of Mind" series on the Invest Like A Billionaire podcast, as they talk about a recent Wall Street Journal article on “The Hottest Real-Estate Play Is in Your Neighborhood.” In this episode, Bob and Ben unveil insights from the article and why investors need to pay attention to this asset class. This little understood...
96. Top of Mind: When Crowdfunding Goes Awry 10.08.2023 22:03
Join hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser in the latest episode of the "Top of Mind" series on the Invest Like A Billionaire podcast, as they talk about crowdfunding. Unpacking the recent Wall Street Journal article, "Missing Millions and a Rabbinical Arbitrator: Real-Estate Deal Gone Bad Hits Popular Crowd Funder," they walk through shocking events that have recently come to light...
95. Passive Investor Spotlight #9: Becoming a Lifestyle Investor feat. Justin Donald 03.08.2023 53:59
In this episode of the Invest Like A Billionaire podcast, join co-hosts Jim Maffuccio and Ben Fraser as they sit down with returning guest Justin Donald, author of The Lifestyle Investor. Justin has been named the “Investment World’s New Warren Buffett”. Explore Justin's remarkable journey from business owner to lifestyle investor, gaining invaluable insights into low-risk investments, time ma...
94. How to Boost Your Financial IQ feat. Steve Coughran 27.07.2023 43:56
In this episode of the Invest Like A Billionaire podcast, join your host, Ben Fraser, as interviews Steve Coughran, founder of Coltivar and Boosting Your Financial IQ. Steve was formerly a CFO of several venture backed businesses and mastered the art of scaling with a financial edge. He now takes the things he learned and applies them in his consulting practice helping business owners maximize val...
93. Building Wealth through Franchising feat. Jon Ostenson 20.07.2023 37:42
In this episode, host Ben Fraser is joined by special guest Jon Ostenson, CEO of FranBridge Consulting and best-selling author of 'Non-Food Franchising.' Join us as Jon delves into the world of franchising and discusses the pros and cons of franchise ownership. He shares the types of businesses that perform best in a franchise model, the possibility of owning a franchise as a semi-passive...
92. Passive Investor Spotlight #8: From Entrepreneur to Alternative Investment Guru feat. Andy Hagans 13.07.2023 48:55
In this episode, host Ben Fraser interviews Andy Hagans for our Passive Investor Spotlight series. Andy Hagans is founder of WealthChannel and host of "The Alternative Investment Podcast". Hear Andy’s fascinating story and his journey as a serial entrepreneur to successfully exiting multiple businesses, and to his quest to understand alternative investments. You’re not going to want to m...
91. How to Build Your Own Virtual Family Office feat. Jim Dew 06.07.2023 46:26
Join co-hosts Jim Maffuccio and Ben Fraser, along with special guest Jim Dew, Founder of Dew Wealth Management, as they dive into the concepts of building a Virtual Family Office. After spending years studying the ultra-wealthy, Jim Dew realized Family Offices generally had staff, resources and strategies built around preserving and growing their family’s wealth. Jim decided to replicate their app...
90. Oil & Gas Masterclass: How to Evaluate Energy Investments - Part 2 29.06.2023 42:29
Join co-hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser in this informative episode of the Oil & Gas Masterclass as they dive into the world of oil & gas investments. In Part 2 of this captivating series, they are joined by a special guest, Jeff Mohajir, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mohajir Energy Advisors, a renowned expert in the field. They dive further into the intricacies of evaluating oi...
89. Oil & Gas Masterclass: How to Evaluate Energy Investments - Part 1 22.06.2023 44:38
Join co-hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser in this informative episode of the Oil & Gas Masterclass as they dive into the world of oil & gas investments. In Part 1 of this captivating series, they are joined by a special guest, Jeff Mohajir, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mohajir Energy Advisors, a renowned expert in the field. Together, they explore the intricacies of evaluating oi...
88. Exploring Office & Industrial Asset Classes feat. Brian Adams 15.06.2023 49:20
In this episode, co-hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser bring on guest, Brian Adams, the Founder of Excelsior Capital. Brian shares his contrarian opinions and thesis on asset classes including traditional office, medical office, and flex industrial. Additionally, drawing from his firsthand experiences, Brian shares his observations from being exposed to his wife's family office and how it influen...
87. Top of Mind: Is There a Real Estate Syndication Bubble? 08.06.2023 31:35
In this episode of the Invest Like a Billionaire podcast, co-hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser delve into the recent headlines about a large apartment syndication foreclosure. Bob and Ben analyze the story and share their insights on what went wrong and discuss some of the red flags. Additionally, they explore whether this is an isolated event or a broader issue in the real estate market. Lastly, th...
86. Top of Mind: Is Gold a Good Hedge Against Inflation? 01.06.2023 19:54
Join hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser as they explore the dynamics and significance of gold as an investment, and specifically as a hedge against inflation. Many pundits argue gold is the ultimate hedge against loose monetary policy. In this episode, Bob and Ben look at the historical relationship between gold and inflation and the role of gold in an investment portfolio. Connect with Bob Fraser on...
85. Investing in Private Credit in Today's Economy feat. Nelson Chu 25.05.2023 41:18
In this episode of the Invest Like A Billionaire, host Ben Fraser welcomes Nelson Chu, the Founder and CEO of Percent, to share his insights into the unique world of private credit. Nelson delves into the current state of credit markets, exploring the implications of potential down cycles and credit tightening. Listeners can expect to gain valuable insights into asset-based lending and the advanta...
84. Top of Mind: The Fate of the US Dollar 18.05.2023 32:53
Join co-hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser as they delve into an insightful discussion on "The Fate of the US Dollar," a thought-provoking episode that explores the current state and potential future of the United States' currency. Drawing on their expertise in economics and finance, they analyze the factors influencing the US dollar's position in the global economy and shed light o...
83. Effective Tax Planning: Strategies to Reduce Your Taxes feat. Steve Moskowitz 11.05.2023 38:25
In this episode, co-hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser are joined by tax planning expert Steve Moskowitz, founding partner of Moskowitz LLP, covering the basics of tax planning, including what it is, why you need it, and how to get started. Steve provides valuable insights and practical advice to help you navigate the ever-changing tax landscape. He also provides practical tips and strategies to help...
82. Building Wealth Without Wall Street feat. Joey Mure 04.05.2023 37:40
In this episode, co-hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser sit down with Joey Mure, partner and co-founder of Wealth Without Wall Street , to discuss investing strategies beyond Wall Street. Joey shares his insights on how investors can break away from the traditional investments offered by Wall Street and explore alternative assets. Joey discuss practical tips for identifying the right investment opport...
81. Hedge Fund Investing: Leveraging Technology to Beat the Market feat. Tory Reiss 27.04.2023 51:09
In this episode, Tory Reiss, the CEO and co-founder of Equi, joins co-hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser to discuss how their proprietary technology is selecting the best hedge funds to invest in. And how they’re building an investment platform to make hedge fund investing more accessible to retail investors. Tune in to hear why our guest believes hedge funds are poised to do well in this current mar...
80. Short Term Rentals: Corporate Housing vs. Vacation Rentals feat. Dr. Chau Ong 20.04.2023 32:21
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Chau Ong, a 7-figure Airbnb Freedom Coach and expert in short-term rentals. Dr. Ong shares insights and strategies for achieving financial freedom through short-term rentals, specifically the corporate housing sector. Most investors assume short-term rentals are only for vacation rentals, but Dr. Ong shares the pros and cons of each type. He also discusses the fut...
79. Roth Conversion Secrets: Maximizing Your Retirement Savings feat. Craig Wear 13.04.2023 44:05
In this episode, Jim Maffuccio and Ben Fraser are joined by guest Craig Wear, a Certified Financial Planner™ with 32+ years of experience and the author of two Amazon #1 Best Selling books, Paying the Piper, and Roth Conversion Secrets, to discuss maximizing retirement savings and avoiding hidden tax traps in 401k and IRA accounts. Craig shares expert advice on minimizing taxes and avoiding penalt...
78. The Future of Alternative Investments: 2023 and Beyond feat. Shifra Ansonoff 06.04.2023 49:26
In this episode, co-hosts Bob Fraser and Ben Fraser sit down with returning guest, Shifra Ansonoff, the Global Head of Customer Experience at Preqin, to discuss the latest global trends and developments in private equity, venture capital, real estate and other alternatives. She shares her insights on emerging and niche asset classes, such as infrastructure investing and private debt, and the globa...
77. UHNW Survey on Portfolio Allocation & Strategy feat. Tad Fallows 30.03.2023 49:46
In today's episode, we sit down with Tad Fallows, the founder of Long Angle, a community for high net worth and ultra-high net worth investors. Tad shares his inspiring journey from selling his business and coming into significant wealth to creating a supportive network for investors. We delve into the community's strategies across various asset classes, from real estate to private equity,...
76. The Rise of Co-Living: Redefining Rental Real Estate feat. Johnny Wolff 23.03.2023 30:18
Tune in as Jim Maffuccio and Ben Fraser interview Johnny Wolff, the CEO and Founder of HomeRoom. They delve into the co-living movement - why more tenants are choosing to live with roommates, and how landlords are able to generate better income on single-family properties. Learn more about this trend impacts real estate investors. Connect with Johnny Wolff on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/j...
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