51:Tom Karadza ON: Bitcoin Makes Housing Affordable

The Block Reward | Bitcoin For Beginners

17-09-2024 • 55 mins

In this episode, Scott interviews Tom Karadza, co-founder of Rockstar Real Estate and a former tech professional, now a Bitcoin enthusiast. Tom shares his journey from the tech industry to real estate and Bitcoin investment. He delves into how these experiences shaped his financial philosophy, why Bitcoin is crucial for addressing real estate affordability issues, and the broader financial trends reshaping our world. This episode is packed with insights, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in real estate, Bitcoin, and their intersection.


Tom Karadza quit his job as a Software Sales Manager at NetSuite Inc. as it was going public on the New York Stock Exchange, to be a full-time entrepreneur and investor. As the sole income earner and with a very young family at home, Tom was advised against leaving behind such a high-paying job. But being true to his mission, he was done living on other people’s terms. He Co-Founded Rockstar Real Estate with his brother Nick, focused on helping real estate investors in the Greater Toronto Area create income for life. Word spread about what they were doing, they were featured in national media such as the National Post, the Business News Network (BNN), Canadian Real Estate Wealth Magazine, and numerous local publications as well.


Because of their focus on individualized coaching to create success, Rock Star Real Estate has grown to a team of 60+ people dedicated to working hand in hand with real estate investors. Together they “walk the walk” daily, as active investors themselves, and helping over 5,600 investors.


Timestamps:


7:24 Why leveraging real estate with debt creates higher returns.

14:15 How Bitcoin offers an alternative to the traditional method if investing in real estate.

23:31 How Bitcoin can prevent future housing bubbles.

28:10 Why real estate is no longer the best path to wealth.

33:45 How Bitcoin can democratize access to housing.

40:12 Why focusing on Bitcoin’s long-term growth is crucial for financial freedom.


To connect with Tom check out the Rock Star Inner Circle and follow him on X.


Resources Mentioned:


The Dao of Bitcoin by Scott Dedels | Book or Audiobook

The Bitcoin Standard by Saifedean Ammous | Book or Audiobook


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