The Best Ever CRE Show JF 3949: Industrial Real Estate, Crypto, and Financial Freedom ft. Ben Fraser
Jun 27, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, Ben Fraser, Chief Investment Officer at Aspen Funds and co-host of the Invest Like a Billionaire podcast, reveals how billionaires prioritize asset growth over mere income generation. He sheds light on the pitfalls of traditional financial planning and promotes alternative investments, including cryptocurrency. The conversation navigates reshoring trends in industrial real estate and redefines the concept of retirement in our evolving world. Fraser advocates for a strategic approach to wealth and financial freedom, emphasizing the importance of time control and meaningful life choices.
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Billionaires Favor Private Markets
- Billionaires invest 40% to 60% of their portfolios in private markets versus under 5% for retail investors.
- Private assets tend to outperform public markets with less volatility, helping compound wealth faster.
Balance Sheet vs Income Mindset
- Millionaires often chase income growth leading to lifestyle creep and higher taxes.
- Billionaires focus on building balance sheets to harness compounding returns and reduce reliance on earned income.
Question Financial Planner Restrictions
- Avoid relying solely on financial planners who limit investments to public markets for commissions.
- Consider investments outside traditional stocks and bonds to grow wealth like billionaires do.
