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In this episode, Dutch Mendenhall updates listeners on RAD Diversified, a private real estate company with shareholders. Dutch also talks about the company's new branch, RADD America, and its focus on farmland and raw land development. Dutch gives several business insights on financial education, making better investment decisions, and making investment opportunities more accessible to non-accredited investors. He is the author of Money Shackles: The Breakout Guide to Alternative Investing. Discussion topics include:Expanding into FloridaThe Growth at RAD DiversifiedBuying properties when interest rates are highMarket controls and market cyclesImportance of buying raw land and farmlandOpening investment opportunities for non-accredited investorsAmerican, grass-fed beef versus lab meatValue-add proposition to properties and landDifferentiating from other farmland companiesMoney Shackles, Dutch Mendenhall's bookInvesting in money outside of Wall StreetHaving better, higher exchangesFollow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Spotify: - Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora:​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7Time Stamp2:40 - Update on RAD Diversified7:55 - Impact of Interest Rates on Real Estate10:50 - Price of Commodities13:30 - RADD America17:00 - Foreign governments buying land20:40 - Opening investments for non-accredited26:00 - Buying farmland32:00 - Money Shackles book37:30 - Financial education39:40 - Open forum calls44:00 - Self-belief

In this episode, Cormac Kinney discusses the products Diamond Standard developed to commoditize diamonds and the future of diamond investing. Diamond Standard has developed diamond bars and coins using statistical analysis to make trading decisions for diamonds easier, in the way markets currently trade gold. Cormac also talks about diamonds as an investment tool, the potential growth of the market, and the dynamic between natural and synthetic diamonds. Discussion topics include:Commoditizing diamondsStandardizing diamond bars and coins with statistical analysisBecoming a market maker to force price discoveryBuying and selling diamond bars and coinsTaking advantage of the diamond marketHow the synthetic diamond market is slippingDifferences between natural and synthetic diamondsThe value of a futures contract for investorsMarket demand and supply of diamondsRisks in the diamond marketFollow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@altassetsinc- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora:​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7Time Stamp2:00 - Solution to Diamond Investing6:00 - Buying diamonds in bulk10:00 - Investing on Diamond Standard13:00 - Opportunities in diamond investing16:00 - What drives the diamond market 17:00 - Synthetic Diamonds21:00 - Futures Contracts26:00 - Demand for diamonds30:00 - Diversification

In this episode, Anthony Morena details how Mortar Group has invested in real estate in New York City for more than 20 years. Mortar Group is a boutique real estate firm specializing in ground-up builds and value-add renovations. Anthony talks about the Mortar Group's ​​unique approach to real estate and architecture, the New York City real estate market, and how being a small boutique firm translates to added value for investors. Discussion topics include: Renovations and ground-up constructionCarving out a market as a boutique shopIdentifying NYC neighborhoods to invest inBuying at a good entry pointCondensing the timeline on returns for investorsInvestment cycles in major citiesDiversifying investment returnsThe importance of communication for a small firmFollow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Video Podcast- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora: ​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7

In this episode, Rob Connolly speaks to Alts about Finlete, his startup allowing retail investors to invest in young professional athletes in return for a share of their future professional contracts. Rob talks about the company's reason for focusing on minor league players, how Finlete's player contracts work, and the company's current pre-seed round of funding on finlete.co/invest.Discussion topics include:Investing in Finlete's pre-seed round at finlete.co/investPoverty-level wages made by minor-league baseball playersThe benefits of selling a portion of their career earnings for aspiring playersFernando Tatis, Jr.'s payout from a $350 million contractInvesting in Finlete's pre-seed round through WefunderHow Finlete identifies the athletes to invest inReceiving a positive reception from playersSetting a goal of 100 players on the platformContract terms for investment returnsFollow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@altassetsinc- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora:​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7

In this episode, Horacio speaks with John Green, Nada's founder, and CEO. John discusses the advantages of accessing home equity through Nada's Homeshares program. John describes how the Homeshares program ties into Cityfunds, Nada's platform for investors looking to "own a piece of a city." John also talks about Nada's future plans for a secondary trading platform to allow investors to trade shares and reward Homeshares users with a Nada debit card.Discussion topics include:Providing home equity to owners through HomesharesExploring the Homeshares and Cityfunds programs at NadaUnderwriting the risk of providing equity to home ownersCreating a real estate fund in specific cities through CityfundsThe type of homes that make up the Cityfunds portfoliosDetermining the cities to invest in through CityfundsHow the 10-year options contract works through HomesharesHow to invest in Nada's CityfundsCreating a rewards program for Nada users with a debit cardFollow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@altassetsinc- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora:​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7Time Stamp:2:30 Nada Overview4:50 Homeshares Program6:30 How Homeshares works11:30 The Cityfunds Program15:40 Real Estate as an asset class18:50 Creating a secondary trading market of shares22:20 Getting paid with dividends27:00 Design of Cityfunds31:00 The process of valuing homes35:00 The Visa Nada Debit Card

In this episode, Horacio speaks with Adam Littlefield from Investment.com. In this video, Adam talks about how Investment.com is focused on buying homes to turn into premium short-term rentals. Adam describes the characteristics of premium short-term rentals and how Investment.com plans to differentiate itself by offering experiences with its rentals. Adam also talks about future investment opportunities at Investment.com, including future fractional ownership in a major sports team.Discussion topics include: The meaning behind Investment.comAdam's background in real estate and property technologyFocusing on high-performing short-term rentalsProviding experiences with premium assetsStanding out in a crowded marketAccessing the site through a mobile appProviding cash flows for investorsBecoming a global marketplacePrioritizing the mobile app for user experienceTime Stamp:1:30 Importance of the company name3:10 Adam's professional background5:10 Investing in premium short-term rentals7:00 Defining premium properties10:45 The pre-launch phase14:00 Getting a return on investments16:50 Investing in sports teams and other sectors22:00 Educating users about investing24:00 Accessing Investment.com through the AppFollow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@altassetsinc/videos- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora:​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7

In this episode, Horacio speak with EF Capital's Kyle Kuderewski. In this video, Kyle gives a behind-the-scenes look at investing in online businesses through EF Capital. In this episode, listeners can learn about the operators that run the online businesses for EF Capital, how industry expertise is leveraged to make positive returns, and future opportunities for retail investors. Further discussion topics include: The differences between Empire Flippers and EF CapitalProviding passive investments through online businessesInvesting in Deals made available through the funding RoundsVetting the operators who run the online businessesAccredited investors and retail investorsMinimum investments per deal and discounts for multiple investmentsEF Capital's relationships with the business operatorsUpcoming rebrand for EF Capital to create greater purchasing opportunitiesEF Capital Links: EFC Deals Overview Q3 2022 (Returns Summary)Moneyshow Webinar Recording (Great summary) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rw3Wq2QnMaUInvestor 1 page summary - EF Capital Investor Summary Round 4.pdfVetting Process Blog Post - https://empireflippers.com/efc-vetting-process/Presentation - https://empireflippers.com/efcdeck Time Stamp: 2:30 Overview of Empire Flippers Capital4:45 Why EF Capital was created8:00 Investing in Deals in EF Capital Rounds10:00 Operators running the online businesses16:00 Crowdfunding options for retail investors19:00 Cash flows and exit strategies22:00 Operators as investors in each fund26:00 Next steps for EF Capital27:30 Trends in online businesses30:00 Final thoughts

Litan Yahav, Co-founder and CEO at VyzerHoracio spoke with Litan Yahav, the co-founder and CEO at Vyzer. After selling his first startup with co-founder Tomer Salvi, the business partners needed help to keep up with their private investments. Vyzer organizes financial portfolios in one place: automating, monitoring and tracking, offering projections and insights to show net worth and cash flow in the future. Horacio talks to Litan about how Vyzer works, the insights it provides to its users, and how it can help organize the financial lives of private investors. Discussion topics include: Mandatory savings in Israel leading to alternative investmentsTactical investments to manage strategyFinding organizational solutions for accredited investorsAccessing greater markets for high-net-worth individualsShowing users where people like them are investing moneyThe challenges of finding good private marketsBuilding integrations with private markets and VyzerFocusing on Net Asset Value and Cash FlowCrowdsourcing investment decisions and resultsBenchmarking, projections, and taxes on VyzerFollow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@altassetsinc- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora:​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7

Horacio spoke with Michael Episcope, the co-CEO at Origin Investments. Michael has helped build Origin Investments from a small real estate investment company, to one of the best-performing companies with more than $1 billion of assets under management. Michael talks about how Origin is navigating the current real estate market, its venture in Qualified Opportunity Zones, and the funds it offers to investors.Discussion topics include:Creating an institutional organization for high net-worth investorsGrowing a business with a great product with digital marketingDoing things differently and managing a team to pivot in strategyWorking within a dynamic real estate marketMultifamily buildings with high absolute returns and low volatilityDiversifying by building, buying, and lending to multifamilyHousing shortage of 4 million units in the United StatesThe tax advantages of investing in Qualified Opportunity Zone FundsBuilding in cities and neighborhoods in transition through the Qualified Opportunity ZonesThe Origin Investment Funds: Multifamily Credit Fund, Income Plus Fund, and Growth Fund 4--Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora:​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7

Horacio spoke with Adam Jason, an Alternative Asset Manager at the Legacy Group. Legacy's largest holding is the Green Coffee Company. Green Coffee is the largest coffee producer in Colombia. By 2026, Adam aims to have the company responsible for providing 1% of the global coffee supply. In this episode, we talk about Green Coffee's growth strategy, distilling alcohol from coffee byproducts, and Green Coffee's current fund round.Discussion topics include:Being the largest coffee producer in ColombiaCreating a business for acquisition or IPOThe fragmentation of coffee producers in ColombiaThe competitive advantage of investing at the middle levelLifestyle components involved with hands-on investmentsWorking towards producing 1% of the global coffee supplyCreating alcohol from coffee byproductsTransitioning from selling green coffee beans to roasted beansKeeping costs low in operations while acquiring more assets2:00 Origins of Green Coffee Company5:00 Investing in Colombian Coffee8:00 Acquiring land13:20 Investing in alternative assets16:00 Coffee markets18:10 Series C Funding Round20:25 Creating alcohol from coffee byproducts 25:12 Using technology in coffee production33:30 Monthly expenses –Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: YouTube Podcast- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora:​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7

Horacio spoke with Michael Iseman from AcreTrader about the operations behind AcreTrader's farmland investments. In this episode, Michael talks about how the agricultural business meets the finance world through its relationships with farmers and investors. This episode is a deep dive on farming techniques, investment opportunities, risks, and the future of farmland. Discussion topics include: Providing education to investors about the investing in farmlandThe sophistication of farmers running large farmsIdentifying investment opportunities with water, soil, and good communitiesRotating crops from year to yearSpreading allocations to different asset classesAdapting to drought with new watering techniques and resourcesNuances of investing in organic farmlandFlex leases to profit from greater crop yields –Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Video Podcast- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora:​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7

Horacio spoke with Trung Pham about his company, RYSE SmartShade. In a not-so-obvious market, Trung is looking to capitalize on the 95% of non-automated window shades by retrofitting them with a tiny frame-mounted motor. This motor can be used to retrofit nearly all shades that are moved by beaded chains. RYSE believes that it can be a leader in residential and commercial buildings. In addition, Trung talks about raising money through retail and accredited investors as RYSE expands its footprint. Discussion topics include:Expenses involved with automated shadesIncorporating SmartShades into the smart home systemWorking with commercial propertiesControlling different shades in the home with the SmartBridgeMotorized shades traditionally tied to a remote controlBuilding awareness for RYSE and developing new productsGetting retail and accredited investors to invest in RYSEThe potential market for retrofitting shadesHow to Invest in Ryse –Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Video Podcast- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora: ​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7

Horacio spoke with Noble Drakoln and Barnaby Andersun, the co-founders at BAND Royalty. Noble and Barnaby have more than 60 years of business experience. Noble has been investing in music royalties for nearly 60 years, and Barnaby is a world-renowned expert in blockchain technology. BAND Royalty is a Web3 music label looking to change the way artists, music fans, and music investors interact. BAND Royalty is founded on creating an alternative to a music industry widely viewed as broken. The music platform is changing how music is produced and consumed by harnessing blockchain and NFTs. Discussion topics include: How the music industry is set up against the artistMulti-platinum artists exploited by record labelsThe corruption in the music industryFinding solutions for industry problemsMusic as a technology driverBuying a catalog of music to profit from aggregationCreating multi-track, music-specific NFTsThe immediacy of paying out royalties through blockchain –Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora: ​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7

Horacio spoke with Max Album, the Chief of Staff at Blockbar. In this episode, Max talks about how blockchain technology safeguards against fraudulent wine and spirit products. He also deep-dives into how brands use NFTs to leverage customer relationships. Max also talks about the relationships Blockbar has cultivated with luxury brands, limited-run offerings of tequila and cognac, and how the platform strives to serve its customers.Discussion topics include:Advantages that using blockchain has for wines and spiritsUsing the Blockbar platform with cryptocurrency or traditional paymentsCollaborating with Monkey Shoulder Whisky and the Bored Ape Yacht ClubSolving problems with blockchain technologyBottle traits looked at by BlockbarUtility and brand experiences for buyersThe luxury tequila marketPricing at manufacturer's suggested retail priceBrands investing back into their customer experiencesFuture plans including a collaboration with Usher and Remy Martin–Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora:​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7

Horacio spoke with Dylan Marma, the Founder and CEO of The Requity Group. Dylan has created multiple funds focused on affordable housing in the southeastern United States. His funds include commercial multi-family apartments, mobile homes, and RV campgrounds. In this episode, Dylan talks about the advantages of investing in mobile homes and RV campgrounds and the implications of rising rental rates and home prices. Discussion topics include: Imbalance of supply and demand in the residential marketFactors behind rental rates rising across the countryDylan's approach to properties and commercial unitsBenefits of investing in mobile park homes and RV campgroundsMobile-park home communities being a land-lease businessThe diversity of RV campground investmentsAdvantages of long-term RV campground leasesAdding value to RV campgrounds and hiring the right managerMobility and future real estate prices affecting first-time buyersThe Requity Group Operators and Allocators Podcast–Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Quora:​​https://www.quora.com/profile/Alts-7

Horacio spoke with Eric Witschen, the CEO at Neustreet, where collecting wisely is their approach to alternative assets. Eric talks about his collecting journey leading up to his career as a financial analyst and creating a marketplace aggregator at Neustreet. This episode has a little bit of everything, including Eric's passion for NFTs, having a collector thesis, and the future at Neustreet.Discussion topics include: Neustreet as a marketplace aggregatorNFTs as a technological innovation and digital renaissanceDigital provenance and scarcityProblems with the Otherside mint from Yuga LabsUnderstanding the value of collectibles with transparencyBuilding Neustreet into a media aggregatorThe Pokemon franchiseBuilding with Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)–Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta:https://instagram.com/alts_co

Horacio spoke with Paul Gambill, the CEO at Nori. In this episode, we discuss how Nori is selling carbon removal credits through its innovative NRT product on the blockchain. We talk about Nori's mission to improve the environment, how it is using regenerative agriculture to remove carbon from the atmosphere, and the mechanics behind the Nori token and the NRT. Discussion topics include: Client demand for carbon offset creditsRemoving CO2 out of the atmosphere using regenerative agriculturePaying farmers for carbon who start regenerative farmingThe Nori Carbon Removal Tonne (NRT)Finding commodity prices for carbonUsing the blockchain to keep track of carbon creditsEthical and consumer-based demands for reducing emissionsCreating a marketplace for the NRTFarmers as sophisticated, savvy business people–Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co

Horacio spoke with Antares Vargas and Narumi Inatsugu, co-founders of The Tokens Awards. The Tokens is a first of its kind event for the NFT community. Antares and Narumi are veteran award show producers, and are using their experience to highlight a diverse set of artists across several mediums. The Tokens Awards will take place on July 10th at 4 pm PST on Twitter Spaces. Discussion topics include: The work involved with producing The Tokens AwardsThe inspiration behind the award showFinding community through Twitter SpacesGetting artist involvement and giveawaysCreating an interactive experience through participationAddressing critics about NFTs through the strength of communityThe diversity of people and artists participating in the showGetting support from actors, musicians, and Twitter --Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Jesus Garcia, a Pokémon expert and the Consignment Director for Trading Card Games at Heritage Auctions. Jesus talks about the origins of Pokémon and some reasons for its enduring popularity. We also touch upon some of the most valuable trading cards in the Pokémon franchise. Jesus also mentions the emergence of Magic the Gathering and its recent rise in value.Additional topics include:Pokémon Blue and RedCollector preferences between Japanese and English cardsWatching Pokémon: The First Movie in 1999Limited Edition to 39 Pokémon IllustratorsThe increasing popularity of the Pokémon franchiseEX Pokémon Cards as entry pointsThe Pokémon Rad Dad CollectionLogan Paul as a Pokémon influencerEmergence of Magic the Gathering cardsThe prevalence of counterfeit cardsItems available at the Heritage TCG Signature AuctionFollow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Diane D'Amato, the Director of Luxury Assets at Heritage Auctions. Diane is an expert in luxury handbags. She has a wealth of experience in the auction industry and in private markets. In this episode, Diane talks about Hermes as the leading luxury brand, what makes these bags so special, and other brands in the space.Additional topics include:Handbags as the #1 financial asset for womenHermes as the top luxury brand in investable handbagsGrading handbags on a 1 – 4 scaleCombining the auction and retail worldsMen as investors, collectors, and usersChanel getting out of the exotics marketBuying the highest-grade, highest-quality bagsClosing, opening, and working auctions---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Chris Zhu, the co-founder and CEO of Mirror World. There is some mind-blowing technology at play here. Mirror World looks to be at the intersection of NFTs, the metaverse, artificial intelligence, and interoperability. In this podcast, find out how Chris is building the ‘Nintendo of the Metaverse' by creating digital native beings capable of learning and communicating with their owners. Additional topics include: Interacting with NFTs through conversationGenerative models used by artificial intelligence algorithmsEmphasizing the value of NFTs through digital ownershipRecording the evolution of NFTs on the blockchainUsing a database of responses by training the data set for an algorithmConnecting different projects to the Mirror World ecosystemCreating a DAO to pick the right developers for the ecosystem---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Iris ten Teije, co-founder of Koia. Iris turned a career in fintech into an opportunity to start Koia with her expertise in retail investing. Koia is a fractional investment platform allowing investors to buy shares of rare collectibles and luxury items. Koia is also at the forefront of Web3 investment as buyers receive NFTs representing their share of ownership in the physical items. In this episode, we talk about the beginnings of Koia, growth, and future developments.Additional topics include:Collectibles as investments in diversified portfoliosReceiving feedback from Koia usersFractional investment and collecting in EuropePassion assets as entry points to fractional investmentCriteria for assets on the platform: demand, investment rationale, and sourcingLinking NFTs to physical assetsBuilding community through Discord for two-way conversationUsing USDC to buy on the platformFacilitating group bidding for large auctionsOpening up a secondary market apart from trading NFTs---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Joe Burrill, the founder of Just Website Brokerage. Joe is the highest-rated website broker on Flippa.com, an online marketplace for online businesses. In this episode, Joe shares how he got started with online businesses and how he transitioned into becoming a broker. This one is full of great advice in general and about getting started with an online business.Additional discussion topics include:Using savings to start acquiring online businessesGiving credit to the eBusiness Institute for providing supportSetting up businesses to sell by thinking with an end in mindReasons to use a broker for online businessesNo reserve auctions on Flippa for online businessesAdvantages of online businesses over brick-and-mortar businessesSeven-day inspection periods to make sure a deal checks outBuilding an online business starting with a domain name---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Mark Montero, the toy-focused LCG Auctions' founder, and CEO. In this episode, Mark talks about his experience in the memorabilia industry that led him to found LCG Auctions. The discussion highlights the historical appreciation of collectible toys, emerging asset classes like graded VHS tapes, and the future of the collectible toy industry.Additional discussion topics include:Learning business fundamentals with baseball cardsIntroduction to the toy industry through a vintage G.I. JoeNostalgia and the display value of vintage toysHighlights from the LCG Spring AuctionScarcity of vintage toys in card filesThe value of long-standing franchises like Star WarsSteady growth of vintage-graded toysThe hybrid buyer as an investor-collector---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Leore Avidar, the founder and CEO at Alt. When it comes to sports card marketplaces, Alt is one of the leading platforms in the space. Alt offers a number of features and services, including an exchange and weekly auctions. Leore, a sports card enthusiast, is looking to build beyond sports cards by moving into other collectibles and by embracing Web3.Discussion topics include:Using sports cards as collateral for a loanAlt as a platform that allows investing and borrowing in alternative assetsUsing clean data to create valid comparable salesLending against a portfolio of an asset classThe Michael Jordan 1986 Fleer Rookie CardRarity in the collectibles and sports card spaceCreating a pop-up museum of blue-chip Alt cardsNostalgia in the collectible spaceInvesting during a downturn---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Kristian Kielhofner, the founder of Tovera. Tovera is a platform built around a verification program to detect fraud in digital assets. Tover recently launched FNFTF.io, a database using proprietary algorithms to determine if NFTs are authentic. Kristian's development of the company came from his thesis that as Web3 expands, so will the need to fight against fraud and scams.Discussion topics include:Tovera as a verification / provenance solution for Web3Kristian's background as co-founder of Star2StarSolving a bug on Star2Star's serversDealing with millions of digital assets already in existenceTovera Match working from the front-end to existing cataloguesUncovering Disinformation and Deep FakesThe matching algorithm at FNFTF.ioUnderstanding users that want to find fakesImplications of letting fraud go unchecked---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Swati Chaturvedi, the co-founder and CEO of Propel(X). In a wide-ranging discussion, the podcast touches on due diligence, alternative investments in technology and science, democratizing investing, investing in a turbulent market, and the investment opportunities on Propel(X).Additional discussion topics include:Starting MIT Angels to help leverage technology companiesDue diligence and operating under best interest as a broker-dealerCurating investment opportunitiesThe importance of asking startups detailed questionsInherent risk of investing in alternative assetsThe value of transactions in private marketsHighlighted companies on the Propel(X) platformUltra-reality as an immersive IMAX-like experienceThoughts on investing in a volatile market---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Brian Harstine of Acquire and Andrew Hill. Andrew is a managing associate of the law firm Frost Brown Todd, and one of the leading experts in blockchain and cryptocurrency law in the country. Brian is the CEO of Acquire, a company that is tokenizing securities of private equity deals. Brian and Andrew talk about the advantages of blockchain, legal issues in the space, and the most recent developments at Acquire. Discussion topics include: Fitting technology with existing frameworksUsing blockchain to power traditional assets at scaleOn-chain data already working across traditional platformsDifferentiating the different uses for blockchain technologyBecoming a shareholder of Acquire security token offeringsThe Acquire NFT Access CardTaking out the guesswork of the technology for usersLack of Regulatory clarity around DAOsParticipating in a DAO without profits of the enterpriseThe government's priority in regulating the crypto industryAcquire NFT Access Card Announcement on Medium---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: Podcast Channel- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Cameron Hejazi, the co-founder and CEO of Cent. Cameron created Cent in 2017 with the purpose of creating a community where artists could share their work and build a fan base. Cent made headlines when Valuables, its NFT marketplace of Tweets, minted Jack Dorsey's first tweet and sold it for $2.9 million. Cent also created a separate NFT marketplace that had to be shut down due to fraudulent activity. Cameron discusses all this and more on the podcast.More discussion topics include:Building Web3 communitiesExperimenting with incentivizing curation and participationMinting tweets as a way to reduce barriersChoosing the right venue to sell specific assetsShutting down the Cent NFT marketplaceActing in the best interest of the NFT communityAssisting creators to make an income through ownershipThe app.bio as a way to bridge Web2 with Web3A prolonged downturn having a serious impact on creatorsPutting protocols in place against counterfeit NFTs---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmgk4gzQ56QvpyegBJJVQA- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Zak Boca and Kareem Hamady, co-founders of the online platform AltExchange helping financial advisors and individual investors keep track of their funds. Zak and Kareem talk about the current state of the market and provide some insight on how to weather downturns. They also talk about AltExchange and how it's helping investors and financial advisors keep better track of investments and helping spark conversations about financial strategies and goals. Discussion topics include:Independent research to invest in alternative assets, focus on artThe correlation factor between alts and traditional investmentsActing on the market as retail investorsSelf-binding to help impulsivity on a portfolioInvestment behavior during a down marketUsing free online resources to learn more about the marketsReal estate and private lending as stable investmentsAdvocates for institutional alternatives and private equityCreating a frictionless experience for alternative investorsCreating a “Plaid-like” experience to track investmentsSites that AltExchange is syncing with---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpmgk4gzQ56QvpyegBJJVQA- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Alex Engel, the CEO of the new card grading company Rare Edition. Alex goes behind-the-scenes to talk about the latest developments at Rare Edition and their goals as they enter a competitive market with one of the nicest quality and cutting edge slabs in the card industry.Discussion topics include:Features of the Rare Edition slabsFinding an opportunity in the collectible marketSecurity and anti-fraud measures on Rare Edition slabsThe Rare Edition grading process combining scanners and in-person inspectionGetting feedback from customers at shows and from social mediaTiered turnaround timesThe unboxing process of newly graded cardsCard collecting as a hobby and finding joyGrowing the customer base and building trustStarting a marketplace and vault service---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with information technology and systems expert Mark Thiele. Mark is the founder and CEO of Edgevana, whose company mission is to disrupt the existing processes for selling and buying colocation, edge and data center services. In this episode, Mark talks about creating edge, or the opportunity to bring technology closer to consumers through their business or home. Mark's experience spans from the dawn of the internet to the emergence of Web3, making the argument that every major company needs to stake a presence in the metaverse. Discussion topics include: Defining edge, or making technology more accessible to peopleHaving a better experience with technology because of edgeData centers as giant computers and the backbone of information technologyThe modernization and decreasing costs of technologyA constant demand to build data centersThe necessity that corporations adapt for the metaverseDefinitions and examples of the metaverseThe components of decentralization and blockchainWorking with companies to find appropriate data centersAsking companies to focus on renewables and arriving at net zeroFollow Mark on TwitterLink to the Edgevana Podcast with Mark Thiele---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with meteorite collector and dealer Mendy Ouzillou. Mendy is the founder of SkyFall Meteorites and the Founder and President of the Global Meteorite Association. In this episode, Mendy recaps his trip to the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show, talks about the current state of the meteorite marketplace, and talks about the fractionalized Lunar Meteorite on Rally Road. More discussion topics include:Observations from the Tucson Gem and Mineral ShowMaking classic meteorites availableSlicing meteorites as standard practice among scientists and collectorsMuseums trading their meteorites to expand their collectionsThe difference in value of meteorites depending on geographic landfallUsing weather radar to see a possible strewn fieldThe dangers of chasing meteoritesPossible preservation of the asteroid impactor that wiped out the dinosaursThe specifics of the Lunar Meteorite on Rally RoadLunar meteorites as collectibles and investmentsThe Global Meteorite Association and growing the hobby---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Alfonso De Gaetano, the Founder of Crurated. Curated is a wine membership platform, allowing wine enthusiasts to buy great wine straight from the producers. Crurated's partnerships enable it to offer wine from some of the most highly regarded domaine's in Europe. In addition, Alfonso has implemented a tracking system using blockchain technology that tracks a wine's movement from the vineyard to the buyer's home. More discussion topics include:​​Making the greatest wines accessibleGetting into wine as a hobbyThe appeal of high-quality winesGetting frustrated with buying expensive bottles with “dead” wineUsing blockchain technology only if it can add value to the productBuilding relationships with the top wine producers in France and ItalyProducers unhappy with inflated prices of their productsCreating a new generation of wine collectorsThe importance of knowing where a wine bottle has beenFocusing on wine to nurture passionate wine drinkersLink to Crurated on Instagram---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with actor and director Anthony Hayes, whose latest release, Gold, is now available on major streaming platforms. Anthony is also the creator of Retrogression; the first movie franchise started from the blockchain. With Retrogression, Anthony is looking to disrupt the traditional financial mechanism in the film industry. The RTGN token is central to creating a new source of finance to put the power back in the hands of creatives and allow movie fans to have a say in a film's development.Discussion topics include:Anthony's latest movie release, Gold, and the inspiration behind itHurdles in securing financing for moviesEconomics of film budgeting to secure financingNetflix paying upfront but owning intellectual property rightsRetrogression ecosystem as a film, play to earn game, and streaming serviceIntegrating elements of crypto and NFTs into the entire ecosystemRewarding creators with the RTGN tokenMeeting the demands of project supportersTokenomics of RTGNRetrogression as a Role-Playing Game with the Ben Hammond protagonistBeing an enemy of the traditional studios---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Sam Farber, the Head of Business Development and Content at Goldin Auctions. Sam oversees content development at Goldin, helping to bring a creative and engaging voice to the leading sports collectibles auction house. In this episode, Sam talks about the latest auction at Goldin, the merits of the sports collectibles industry, and future projects that Goldin is involved with - including a Netflix show!Discussion topics include: The Jackie Robinson 75th Anniversary AuctionGame-worn memorabilia as undervalued collectiblesThe rise of Formula 1 and tickets as an asset classWorking in the NBA overseeing digital contentGrowing the infrastructure for content at Goldin AuctionsCreating content to engage all of social mediaBalancing business practices with social media relevanceSelling to a more educated audienceBreaking hobby boxes with Drake and Ken GoldinThe historical value of the sports card marketCreating a reality show on Netflix---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Walter Ramirez, the Contemporary and Urban Art Consignment Director at Heritage Auctions. Walter oversees Heritage's curation of the growing Urban Art scene. Since its creation in 2018, Walter has seen Urban Art auctions increase exponentially. Graffiti and pop culture are prominent in this form of art. In this episode, Walter talks about the rising popularity in Urban Art, some of the growth and acquisition strategies at Heritage Auctions, and his view on the future of contemporary art.Discussion topics include:Urban Art as a subcategory of Contemporary ArtGraffiti and street art as emerging forms of artWorking at Heritage Auctions and specializing in Urban ArtThe rise of the Urban Art department at HeritageThe influences of pop culture and collaborationsThe appeal of NFTs and the ease of curationTaking art from a public spaceArtists adapting to change and trendsThe process of acquiring and consigning works of artGrowing the Urban Art category at Heritage---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Kamel Belkadhi, Co-founder and CEO at LandEx. LandEx is a fractional investment platform for farmland in Europe. Currently, LandEx has invested in farmland in Estonia, where the company is based. Its investment platform is open to retail investors in Europe with minimum investments as low as 10 Euros. In this episode, Kamel talks about the unique aspects of buying land in Europe, the merits of farmland as an investment, and why farmland is as important as ever.Discussion topics include:The benefits of investing in farmlandAdvantages of tapping into retail investors as a startupFinding a market opportunity in EuropeThe differences among European countries in attaining landBalancing farmland investing with being a fintech companyFractional investment market in EuropeThe impact of climate change and disasters on farmlandRising food prices and the effect on farmlandThe impact of the war in Ukraine on land prices and food supplyAcquiring more farmland and entering a CO2 recapture program---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Victor Ma, Co-founder of Nf.td. Nf.td is Your Link in Bio for Web3. By minting your online username through Nf.td, you can claim your username before others get a chance for Web3 and broadcast it on various social media platforms. Victor talks about his road toward developing Nf.td, including working in a family restaurant, becoming a domain name investor, and a social media content creator. Victor also talks about Nf.td, the future he envisions for the company, and the online community he hopes to build on the platform.Discussion topics include: Domain names as real estate on the internetPrior business experience and building community on social mediaThe rise of alternative extensions as viable optionsTrending domain extensions for specific industriesChannels for selling domain namesBuilding a domain portfolio by doing researchThe value of words for domains and usernamesNf.td as a Web3 Link in Bio to build communityBeing an OG on Nf.td by being an early supporterPeople moving online and the importance of finding a communityYour Link in Bio as a signal of belonging to a community---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Brian Harstine, Co-founder and CEO at AcquireInvest. Acquire is an investment platform tokenizing securities on the Ethereum blockchain for retail investors. Acquire, currently in beta, will also look to offer investment opportunities usually found in private deals, including commercial real estate, movie and entertainment funds, and biotechnology. In this episode Brian talks about the advantages of tokenizing securities, the importance of the user experience, and the steps Acquire is taking as its platform goes live in late 2022. Discussion topics include:The growth of retail investorsAdvantages of tokenizing assets and using blockchain technologyGiving retail investors access to private dealsOffering a mix of traditional and alternative investmentsAccessibility through the appeal of the product for retail investorsOffering investments in the media and entertainment spaceBuying an Acquire NFT to gain access to the investment platform in betaUtilities of the NFT for use in the Acquire platformLink to articles by Brian Harstine on Medium---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Jonah Reynolds, CEO at Pangea Builders. Pangea Builders is a design and build firm for sustainable and off-grid buildings. Pangea focuses on the home's water, power, wastewater, and heating/cooling systems. In this episode, Jonah discusses the benefits of sustainable off-grid systems, their advantages to traditional buildings, and the company's mission to educate future sustainable builders. Discussion topics include:Building off-grid custom homes and EarthshipsConventional backups to help sustainable systemsUsing thermal mass, or earth-type material, for frame wallsAdding value to homes by making them self-sufficientWorking with municipal governments for green buildingUsing thermal mass to complement solar powerInviting designers and architects to Pangea buildsFrame buildings designed to be as cheap as possibleCalifornia laws requiring new homes have solar power systemsBuilding in Haiti after the 2010 EarthquakeJumping through bureaucratic red tape to build after disastersGetting sustainable buildings into the mainstream---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co- Link to Alan Goldsher playlist

Horacio spoke with Corey Ashton Walters, the Founder and CEO at Here. Here is an investment platform fractionalizing shares of vacation rental properties. Here is focused on bringing quality homes as vacation rentals to market in popular travel destinations. In this podcast Corey discusses the unique return profiles of vacation rentals, his journey toward creating Here, and the future of the platform. Discussion topics include: Market opportunities for vacation rental propertiesChanging tastes and preferences in vacation properties among MillenialsFractionalization enabling access to investorsLearning from his experience at Homeworthy, his previous companyThe work that went into Sunburst as Here's first initial public offeringChoosing a vacation property in Largo, FLFuture offerings and regions on HereValue-add for vacation properties to increase booking revenueCompeting on product to stand out as an investment platformUnique return profile of vacation propertiesExpanding into an international company with worldwide offerings---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta:https://instagram.com/alts_co

Horacio spoke with Howard Epstein, a financial advisor and life-long sports memorabilia collector. Howard wrote a whitepaper advocating for dedicated partnerships between wealth management firms and sports memorabilia experts. Howard argues that such business connections would benefit wealth management clients, advisors, and firms. Discussion topics include: The genesis for writing the whitepaper for financial advisorsWealth management firms having the potential to help collectorsSports collections not being a part of conversations with financial advisorsCyclical nature of the sports memorabilia marketVintage Hall of Famers as investable assetsThe nuances of becoming an appraiser through experienceThe missed opportunity by firms on sports memorabilia---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta: https://instagram.com/alts_co

Horacio spoke with Alts Co-founder and CIO Wyatt Cavalier and Investment Analyst Tully Ross about the unveiling of the ALTS 1 Fund. Wyatt and Tully talk about building the fund, finding new insights on overlooked asset classes, and using data to drive the Alts investment strategy. Wyatt also talks about the next steps at Alts and the reciprocal relationship between content and investment. Tully talks about the opportunities that alternative assets offer compared to traditional equities.Discussion topics include:The Alts fund as a broad spectrum, actively-managed alternative asset fundProviding “swag” for investorsThe potential of concert posters and vinyl records to provide returnsDoing the “in the weeds” hard work to discover emerging asset classesUnveiling a Reg A fund in the future with the current fund being a Reg D fundAlts creating the first indices for vinyl records and concert postersFund activities reflecting company recommendationsPerformance reflecting the content from AltsPassion for the alternative asset class and the importance of transparencyDifferentiating the Alts 1 Fund through hard dataAdding value to the fund through passive streams of incomeFinding opportunities due to lack of liquidity in alternativesCreating a broad fund to diversify risk and capitalize on opportunities---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta:https://instagram.com/alts_co

Horacio spoke with Aaron Burnett, Founder, and CEO of Spaced Ventures, an investment platform for startup space companies. Think of companies in satellite imaging, space insulation, rocket fuel tanks, and radiation barriers. Spaced Ventures democratizes investment into the next frontier, with minimum investments as low as $100. Aaron talks about the moment he decided to be a part of the space industry and the purpose of his work that he sees as his life's mission. Discussion topics include: Building the world's largest community of space investorsOpportunities with alternative investments and early-stage space companiesDescribing the sonic wave that goes through you during launchThe importance of the SpaceX Starship orbital rocket launch and flightThe Karman line as the delineation of space and Earth's atmosphereSpace as a place and not an industryThe first gas station floating above space by Orbit FabGovernment funding going to a handful of companiesDiversifying investments because of expected losses among startupsSpace investments as long-term holdsBeing super-focused on space companies to provide valueThe pros and cons of getting government contractsAaron going to Mars within his lifetime and space tourism---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta:https://instagram.com/alts_co

Horacio spoke with Laura Ten Eyck, the 2nd Floor Gallery Director at the Argosy Bookstore. Laura is an antiquarian map dealer, vice president of the New York Map Society, and a regular guest on the PBS Antiques Roadshow. In this episode, Laura talks about what makes maps valuable collector's items, how map collecting has changed in the last 20 years, and the current trends in the industry. Laura also gives an analysis of the 1796 Plan for New York City that will be fractionalized on Rally Road in the near future.Discussion topics include: Map dealers fractionalizing or creating a ring for rare mapsWorking at the Argosy Book Store as the 2nd Floor Gallery DirectorGaining experience through an apprenticeship at ArgosyMaps used for persuasive reasons and propagandaMap dealers pushed aside with the prevalence of online platformsFinding other categories of maps to find valueChanging tastes and preferences among map collectorsAuctions houses moving away from map specialists and departmentsThe rise of the contemporary art collector negatively impacting mapsA community physically caring for an item and guarding it financiallyLooking at Classic maps as alternative investments, think big and beautifulFamous geographical maps across the worldMethods for appraising maps and determining value---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta:https://instagram.com/alts_co

Horacio spoke with Michael Bereslavsky, Founder and CEO of Domain Magnate. Domain Magnate is an online business brokerage specializing in the buying and selling of viable business websites. Domain Magnate also has an online business fund open to accredited investors. In this episode, Michael and Horacio talk about the nuances of buying online businesses – including the skills needed to start a business and keep it running and what he looks for when acquiring an online business.Discussion topics include:The growth and changes in acquiring online businessesAdapting to the online business industryCombining business metrics with a gut feeling for what will workStarting with small websites to understand how online businesses workMonetizing websites through research and researching competitor websitesFinancial courses and programs that can help emerging entrepreneursThree different Domain Magnate Funds and their investment requirementsThe benefits of having previous business owners as investorsRisks involved with buying online businesses including being delisted by AmazonSelling and buying domain namesMore businesses and people going onlineDomain Magnate Podcast: https://www.domainmagnate.com/podcast/Domain Magnate Newsletter: https://www.domainmagnate.com/newsletter/Domain Magnate Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DomainMagnate---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta:https://instagram.com/alts_co

Horacio spoke with Alan Goldsher, Head of Content at Collectable. Alan is the host of Collectable Daily, interviewing some of the biggest names in the sports industry. His guests regularly provide insights and commentary on the sports memorabilia industry. In this podcast, Alan also talks about being a professional musician, a published author, and his path toward being a podcast host.Discussion topics include:Playing gigs around Chicago as a teenagerGigging and working at a record label in New YorkPlaying with iconic musicians at Giant Step Club in ChicagoPlaying onstage with legendary trumpeter Clark Terry at the GrammysStarting his own record label, Gold Note RecordsAdvice for aspiring sports journalists and writersStarting a writing career with a focus on romantic comedies, horror, and as a ghostwriterDeveloping the Collectable Daily podcast and keeping a rotation of guestsAlan's Hobby Mt. Rushmore, a Collectable Daily mainstay---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta:https://instagram.com/alts_co

Horacio spoke with Artem Milinchuk, the Founder and CEO of FarmTogether. FarmTogether is a fractional investment platform for farmland. Since its inception, FarmTogether has offered fractional ownership across six different states with 12 different crops. Its mission is to continue democratizing investment opportunities in farmland while being an industry leader in sustainable farming.Discussion topics includeGetting to know the industry through a Canadian pension fundRealizing the farm industry had such few investment opportunitiesThe current state and demographics of farmland in the United StatesCreating scalable capital to farmers to meet the challenges of the futureDeveloping a farmland fund for financial institutions and retail investorsGenerations of farming families working the landCalifornia as a powerhouse of agriculture and SIGMA RegulationsFarmland performing well as an investment and inflation hedgeHistorical barriers to investing in farmland for institutions and retail investorsFinding favorable long-term trends for crops---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta:https://instagram.com/alts_co

Horacio spoke with Arlan Ettinger, the President and Founder of Guernsey's auction house in Manhattan. Guernsey's will be auctioning off the Elizabeth Meaders Collection on March 15th at 2 PM ET. Arlan's previous work with high-profile auctions has garnered worldwide attention and the Elizabeth Meaders Collection is no different. Ms. Meaders's collection offers a comprehensive look at African-American history through one-of-a-kind artifacts acquired because of her life's work to collect. Arlan provides unique insight into the collection and the buzz leading up to the auction.Discussion topics include:Guernsey's history of high-profile collectionsThe scope and depth of Elizabeth Meaders's collectionA collection full of the good, the bad, and the uglyThe lack of a comprehensive African-American Museum in New York CityThe impossibility of knowing who will buy the collection and for how muchValuing a collection with 20,000 items and comparing it to other historic auctionsUsing the collection to complement existing museum collectionsGuernsey's work with pre-auction events to market collections for saleAuctions having unique characteristics and results---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta:https://instagram.com/alts_co

Horacio spoke with Elizabeth Meaders, owner of the world's largest private collection of African-American artifacts. Ms. Meaders's collection includes 20,000 items spanning from the pre-Revolution slave era through the Civil Rights Movement. Through her collection, Ms. Meaders tells an American story she feels has all too often been ignored and forgotten. In its entirety and one single lot, it will be up for auction through Guernsey's auction house in Manhattan on March 15th at 2 PM ET. Appraisers have put the collection's worth at between $7.5 - 10 million.Discussion topics include:The beginnings of her collectionFinding new items to collect through sports shows and cataloguesFilling knowledge gaps through the artifacts in her collectionThe possibility of using the collection to open a new museumHer desire to see her collection at The Obama Presidential LibraryMedals dedicated to Crispus Attucks and the Benjamin Butler MedalHer responsibility to see that her collection gets a new life and a new embraceStewarding a potential windfall according to her life philosophy---Follow Alts- Website & newsletter: https://alts.co- Discord: https://discord.gg/DEkHgzggwC- Twitter: https://twitter.com/altassetsclub- Insta:https://instagram.com/alts_co