He is known as the Lifestyle Investor. He started investing at 18 with a ROTH IRA, and became a multi-millionaire before he turned 40. And it all started because he wanted to replace his wife’s 36K teaching salary - and in less than a year, he did.

Now, Justin Donald is an expert in strategies that pay today, and what will pay in the future, so he can live the life he wants to live now - not when he is older, not when he retires - NOW.

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In this episode, Mike and Justin discuss what the future ahead looks like. We’re on the precipice of the greatest wealth transfer in history. In the next 20 years, an estimated $75 trillion to $110 trillion will shift from the baby boomers to the millennials. And here is what you can do to make the best of the opportunities ahead.

[3:16] Risk is part of investment, but it isn’t the end game.

Justin emphasizes the importance of embracing failures as valuable learning opportunities.
He highlights that while painful, his biggest lessons have come from losing money.
Examples of past investment mistakes, including a poorly documented secured position and a personal guarantee that might not be enforceable due to potential bankruptcy.

[7:55] Justin emphasizes the importance of understanding millennial preferences for financial success.

He highlights the ongoing largest wealth transfer in history from baby boomers to millennials, estimated between $75 trillion to $110 trillion over the next 20 years.
BlackRock recently acquired $12 billion of a private credit fund with $150 billion in assets under management which is a significant indicator of growth in the sector.
Reduced lending from traditional banks could further fuel the private credit market.

[13:17] Boomers Retiring & Selling

Justin discusses the opportunity arising from baby boomers retiring and selling their businesses.
He suggests investing in minority equity positions in pro sports teams, citing the increasing legislation and private equity involvement in this space.
There are positive returns in this sector and predicts its expansion into college sports, particularly with private universities.

[17:42] Government-Backed Opportunities

There are exciting investment opportunities in defense tech, fintech, biotech, and health tech.
Look for companies securing long-term government contracts (10-20 years) that provide stable income streams.
Some government funding comes through grants instead of investments, minimizing dilution for other investors.

[22:40] Crypto Investing is Speculative

There is potential for profit in cryptocurrencies, but compares penny stocks due to their highly speculative nature.
Many consider crypto investments to be closer to gambling than investing.

[25:55] Bitcoin

Justin predicts Fortune 500 companies adopting Bitcoin as part of their treasury reserves, following the lead of companies like MicroStrategy.
He emphasizes Bitcoin's increasing legitimacy due to its adoption as legal tender by multiple countries and growing institutional adoption.
Recommends holding Bitcoin directly through cold storage for safety but acknowledges the convenience of ETFs for broader accessibility.

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