The Expat Money Show - With Mikkel Thorup

Mikkel Thorup

In this show, we discuss passports, Plan-B residencies, geopolitics, offshore gold vaults, foreign real estate, wealth protection, international banking, alternative assets, and other topics from the internationalization and expat space that you won't find anywhere else! SUBSCRIBE TODAY IN YOUR PODCAST APP. 💻 Visit our Website: https://ExpatMoney.com

  1. Paraguay: Where Capital is Clustering & Fortunes Are Being Made - Part 2

    18H AGO

    Paraguay: Where Capital is Clustering & Fortunes Are Being Made - Part 2

    In today's episode, we pick up where we left off with my friend and business partner, Fernando de Cevallos, for a live Q&A session about the transformation happening inside Paraguay’s most important region. This discussion followed the special live presentation we hosted for hundreds of members of the Expat Money Community. We cover everything from expected net returns and capital appreciation expectations to the development timeline… and, of course, we discuss the ownership benefits that extend beyond the financial side of things.  Enjoy today's episode!   IN TODAY’S EPISODE Why the “Madrid” comparison matters: it’s not about bragging rights, it’s about the finishing that pulls high-quality tenants and strengthens demandThe two exit paths almost every investor ignores (and why the wrong one can trap your capital longer than you planned)How this region of Paraguay fits into a larger economic story, why it’s a magnet for jobs, services, and growing businessesThe difference between just buying “a unit” and buying into a micro-market, and why a micro-market is where the REAL money is made…How the benefits thatdon’tshow up on a spreadsheet are the ones that actually drive the long-term value we all seek   STAY IN TOUCH! Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse® newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan-B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”   WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026 Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Space is very limited, so reserve your tickets right away.   RELATED EPISODES 395: The Rise Of Paraguay's Fastest-Growing Investment Corridor - Part 1 360: Paraguay: Economic Backbones Of A Rising Nation 355: Santiago Peña’s Paraguay: Latin America’s New Freedom Frontier

    57 min
  2. Paraguay: Where Capital Is Clustering & Fortunes Are Being Made - Part 1

    1D AGO

    Paraguay: Where Capital Is Clustering & Fortunes Are Being Made - Part 1

    In today’s episode, I’m joined by Fernando de Cevallos, my friend and business partner, and one of the key people behind a decade-plus development surge in one of the country’s most strategic regions. He’s been in the middle of the transformation while everyone else was busy “discovering” it after the fact… and now he’s rolling out a project in Paraguay that doesn’t look anything like what’d you’d expect in the “developing world”.  If you didn’t know where it was, you’d swear you were looking at something built for downtown Madrid, not Paraguay. We dig into the economic thesis: why this location, why this timing, and why this model… and we unpack the parallels between overlooked markets that got written off… right up until they turned into serious wealth engines and global-tier cities.   IN TODAY’S EPISODE The unsexy fundamentals behind Paraguay’s growth (the kind that actually holds), and what that means if you’re building a Plan-B for your family and looking for asymmetric upside as an investor. Why the capital isn’t being put “everywhere” it’s being funnelled into one tiny cluster,  and how to spot the exact zones where new roads, utilities, and services force prices and rents upwards.The demand engine most people miss: trade tailwinds + sustained population growth, bringing in a steady stream of buyers, renters, and businesses that keep this corner of the market liquid.How the smart money is positioning before the headlines, what they’re buying, how they structure deals, and how you can get in without needing a million dollars in spare cash to do so.If you want a clear, boots-on-the-ground playbook for where Paraguay is actually moving, and how to position your family and capital BEFORE the crowds show up, then this conversation gives you the map, the logic, and the real world-signals to follow.   STAY IN TOUCH! Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse® newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan-B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”   WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026 Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Space is very limited, so reserve your tickets right away.   RELATED EPISODES 360: Paraguay: Economic Backbones Of A Rising Nation 355: Santiago Peña’s Paraguay: Latin America’s New Freedom Frontier 343: Austrian Investor Bets Big on Paraguay—And Wins – Markus Amann  Mentioned in this episode: Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver No Plan-B Without the Language If you’re planning to move overseas—or even just set up your offshore Plan-B—learning the local language isn’t optional. It’s protection. It’s access. It’s power. StoryLearning makes it easy to start today, from home, by immersing you in real stories—not grammar drills. Spanish, Portuguese, French, and more—learn the language the smart way before you land. Go to StoryLearningCourses.com. Story Learning Courses Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference

    1h 21m
  3. Panama City’s Crypto-Friendly Mayor: The Mayer Mizrachi Story

    FEB 18

    Panama City’s Crypto-Friendly Mayor: The Mayer Mizrachi Story

    Most politicians talk about reform, but there are very few who actually pick up a shovel and start filling potholes themselves. And in the case of Panama City’s Mayor, Mayer Mizrachi, he’s done exactly that.  In today’s episode, I’ll share with you the story of Panama City’s young, savvy, crypto-friendly Mayor. He’s no career politician, not by a longshot. He’s a tech entrepreneur and a former political prisoner. Now, he’s reshaping one of Latin America’s most strategic capital cities with a pro-business, pro-Bitcoin, “roll up your sleeves and get it done” mindset. Enjoy today’s episode!   IN TODAY’S EPISODE Listen in as I break down how Mayer Mizrachi went from tech entrepreneur and political outsider to Mayor of Panama CityTune in to learn how he cut the city budget from $325M to $230M while slashing nearly half the staffFind out why Mizrachi sees crypto not as ideology, but as infrastructureLearn, under Mizrachi, Panama City  is positioning itself as a forward-looking hub for technology, capital, and innovation STAY IN TOUCH! Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse® newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan-B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”   WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026 Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Space is very limited, so reserve your tickets right away.   RELATED EPISODES 393: Panama: Why Timing Matters More Than Ever for Residency 387: The Leaders Shaping Latin America’s Shift Toward Freedom 384: President José Raúl Mulino: Panama’s Adult in the Room

    12 min
  4. Panama: Why Timing Matters More Than Ever for Residency

    FEB 11

    Panama: Why Timing Matters More Than Ever for Residency

    Many people falsely assume residency programs will be there when they’re “ready.” In reality, these programs are always evolving: investment thresholds rise, processes become more complicated, and what was once straightforward becomes harder and more expensive to achieve the same outcome. In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down why Panama is seeing a surge of serious interest right now, what we learned from our recent Fly’n Buy tours, and exactly how the Qualified Investor Visa works through real estate investment. We also explain why acting sooner matters…before a major price rise right around the corner.    IN TODAY’S EPISODE Listen in as we break down why Panama has become such an attractive destination for freedom-minded expats and investorsTune in to hear why Panama’s regulatory environment is quietly creating advantages in areas like private medicine and longevity servicesFind out why real estate investment represents the cleanest, simplest path to Panama residency for those ready to act nowLearn how the Qualified Investor Visa works in practice and why the investment minimum is set tonearly doublelater this year   STAY IN TOUCH! Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse® newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan-B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”   WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026 Come see Panama for yourself and join us from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Prices go up after February 15th, and space is very limited, so reserve your tickets right away.   RELATED EPISODES 387: The Leaders Shaping Latin America’s Shift Toward Freedom 384: President José Raúl Mulino: Panama’s Adult in the Room 377: Building an International Plan-B While Still Living in the U.S.Mentioned in this episode: Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference No Plan-B Without the Language If you’re planning to move overseas—or even just set up your offshore Plan-B—learning the local language isn’t optional. It’s protection. It’s access. It’s power. StoryLearning makes it easy to start today, from home, by immersing you in real stories—not grammar drills. Spanish, Portuguese, French, and more—learn the language the smart way before you land. Go to StoryLearningCourses.com. Story Learning Courses Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference

    31 min
  5. Cuba: Inside the The Communist Kabuki Theatre - Mailyn Salabarria

    FEB 4

    Cuba: Inside the The Communist Kabuki Theatre - Mailyn Salabarria

    After the fall of Maduro in Venezuela, the next question on the mind of many is, “Is Cuba next?”  In today’s episode, I’m joined by Mailyn Salabarria, a Cuban refugee who left the island as an adult to rebuild her life in the United States. Mailyn and I discuss what the upheaval in Venezuela could mean for Cuba, how the regime maintains power, and what it would take to rebuild a post-Communist Cuba. Enjoy!   IN TODAY’S EPISODE Listen in as Mailyn shares her personal story of what life was really like growing up in Communist Cuba Tune in to hear Mailyn’s take on what the recent U.S. action in Venezuela could mean for Cuba, and why the communist regime in Havana continues to be a central influence on the region.Find out how Cuba exports regime propaganda around the world, and how it functions as a “Kabuki theatre” for international audiencesHear Mailyn’s view on how a post-Communist Cuba would have to go about “relearning” freedom STAY IN TOUCH! Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse® newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan-B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”   WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026 Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Space is very limited, and prices will be rising on February 15th. Reserve your tickets right away.   RELATED EPISODES 391: Davos: What Trump And Carney’s Speeches Really Mean 388: Trump Arrests Maduro: What Does It Mean For Latin America? 387: The Leaders Shaping Latin America’s Shift Toward FreedomMentioned in this episode: Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference No Plan-B Without the Language If you’re planning to move overseas—or even just set up your offshore Plan-B—learning the local language isn’t optional. It’s protection. It’s access. It’s power. StoryLearning makes it easy to start today, from home, by immersing you in real stories—not grammar drills. Spanish, Portuguese, French, and more—learn the language the smart way before you land. Go to StoryLearningCourses.com. Story Learning Courses Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver

    1h 8m
  6. Davos: What Trump And Carney's Speeches Really Mean

    JAN 28

    Davos: What Trump And Carney's Speeches Really Mean

    The annual gathering of global elites at the World Economic Forum in Davos is usually an easy skip. It typically features a parade of bureaucrats and technocrats, both elected and unelected, proudly touting their plans for “managing the world.” But this year, there were a couple of particularly interesting speeches from two world leaders who stand in stark opposition to one another.  In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down the Davos speeches from U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and why Carney’s in particular was quite surprising to hear.    IN TODAY’S EPISODE Listen in as Marc and I break down Mark Carney’s admission that the so-called “rules-based order” has always been a mirageTune in to hear how Canada’s PM stood on a global stage in Davos and echoed ideas we’ve been hammering for years: self-sufficiency, independence, and the end of blind trust in global systemsMarc and I look at Trump’s speech and how his chaos-driven, “Art of the Deal” seemingly achieved his desired result regarding GreenlandLearn what the “Donroe Doctrine” and Trump’s push to reindustrialize the U.S. mean for the future of Latin America   STAY IN TOUCH! Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse® newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan-B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”   WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026 Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Prices go up after February 15th, and space is very limited, so reserve your tickets right away.   RELATED EPISODES 390: Trump’s Greenland Push And A Shifting World Order 388: Trump Arrests Maduro: What Does It Mean For Latin America? 382: Doug Casey’s Crystal Ball for 2026: The One Conversation You Can’t Afford to MissMentioned in this episode: No Plan-B Without the Language If you’re planning to move overseas—or even just set up your offshore Plan-B—learning the local language isn’t optional. It’s protection. It’s access. It’s power. StoryLearning makes it easy to start today, from home, by immersing you in real stories—not grammar drills. Spanish, Portuguese, French, and more—learn the language the smart way before you land. Go to StoryLearningCourses.com. Story Learning Courses Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference

    31 min
  7. Trump’s Greenland Push And A Shifting World Order

    JAN 21

    Trump’s Greenland Push And A Shifting World Order

    Trump has once again brought the subject of the U.S. acquiring Greenland to the forefront and is being louder than ever about its necessity. What once seemed like a joke of a headline is now being seriously entertained as a potential political reality.  In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I break down Trump’s push to acquire Greenland, what it signals about Europe's direction, and how it fits into a broader repositioning of the geopolitical order. We also touch on a few other stories in the ever–changing landscape of global mobility, including St. Kitts tightening its CBI, new U.S. visa bond requirements, and more.    IN TODAY’S EPISODE Listen in as Marc and I discuss Trump’s Greenland play and what was once a wild headline may become an inevitability Tune in to hear why we believe Europe is becoming increasingly irrelevant and what that means going forwardFind out what changed with St. Kitts CBI, in another strong reminder toact swiftly and urgentlybefore programs change their requirements. Learn how the U.S.'s new visa bond requirements are another signal of a rapidly changing world order   STAY IN TOUCH! Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse® newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”   WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026 Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Space is very limited, so reserve your tickets right away.   RELATED EPISODES 388: Trump Arrests Maduro: What Does It Mean For Latin America? 384: President José Raúl Mulino: Panama’s Adult in the Room 382: Doug Casey’s Crystal Ball for 2026: The One Conversation You Can’t Afford to MissMentioned in this episode: Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference No Plan-B Without the Language If you’re planning to move overseas—or even just set up your offshore Plan-B—learning the local language isn’t optional. It’s protection. It’s access. It’s power. StoryLearning makes it easy to start today, from home, by immersing you in real stories—not grammar drills. Spanish, Portuguese, French, and more—learn the language the smart way before you land. Go to StoryLearningCourses.com. Story Learning Courses

    25 min
  8. Colombia: The Reality You Won’t See In The Headlines

    JAN 14

    Colombia: The Reality You Won’t See In The Headlines

    Colombia has spent decades being defined by headlines that no longer reflect reality, which shapes how most people see the country. But the moment you set foot there, you realize it is a completely different story. In today’s episode, my co-host Marc Clair and I recap our recent Colombia exploration and investment tour. We dive into what it is really like in the booming city of Medellín and the deeper lessons you can only learn by spending time with people and communities in real life. If you have been researching potential expat destinations from behind a screen, this episode will inspire you to get away from the computer and get boots on the ground. Enjoy! Note: This episode was recorded just prior to Maduro being arrested. We rearranged the schedule to air the episode discussing it last week. To get early access to the full podcast episodes, join one of our paid membership programs at ExpatMoney.com/Membership. IN TODAY’S EPISODE Tune in to hear Marc and I discuss the unique character trait we have noticed in people from countries with “bad reputations”Listen in for the behind-the-scenes story from our recent Colombia tour, including a perfect example of why travel never goes “perfect”Learn why I am so bullish on Colombia as a modern, affordable place to live, invest, and plant a flag as a Plan-B destinationFind out how our tour group attendees got early access to major opportunities, as well as an exclusive private meeting with Colombia’s possible next President  STAY IN TOUCH! Stay informed about the latest news affecting the expat world and receive a steady stream of my thoughts and opinions on geopolitics by subscribing to our newsletter. You will receive the EMS Pulse® newsletter and the weekly Expat Sunday Times; sign up now and receive my FREE special report, “Plan B Residencies and Instant Citizenships.”   WEALTH, FREEDOM & PASSPORTS CONFERENCE, MARCH 6-7, 2026 Join us in Panama City from March 6-7, 2026, for our second annual in-person event, the Wealth, Freedom and Passports Conference! Space is very limited, so reserve your tickets right away.   RELATED EPISODES 388: Trump Arrests Maduro: What Does It Mean For Latin America? 387: The Leaders Shaping Latin America’s Shift Toward Freedom 370: Colombia: Where “Bad Reputation” Hides Massive OpportunityMentioned in this episode: Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver Gold in the Caribbean—No Bank Can Touch It Fiat is failing. Banks are cracking. And smart investors are moving their gold offshore—outside the system. I’ve partnered with a fully insured private vault in the Caribbean where you can buy, store, and protect physical gold… legally and securely. The entire account opening is done online—fast, private, and no nonsense. If you’re serious about protecting your wealth, get the details now at ExpatMoney.com/gold Offshore Gold & Silver Wealth, Freedom & Passports Conference No Plan-B Without the Language If you’re planning to move overseas—or even just set up your offshore Plan-B—learning the local language isn’t optional. It’s protection. It’s access. It’s power. StoryLearning makes it easy to start today, from home, by immersing you in real stories—not grammar drills. Spanish, Portuguese, French, and more—learn the language the smart way before you land. Go to StoryLearningCourses.com. Story Learning Courses

    58 min
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In this show, we discuss passports, Plan-B residencies, geopolitics, offshore gold vaults, foreign real estate, wealth protection, international banking, alternative assets, and other topics from the internationalization and expat space that you won't find anywhere else! SUBSCRIBE TODAY IN YOUR PODCAST APP. 💻 Visit our Website: https://ExpatMoney.com

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