Alternative Investing with MyConstant
Join Chris Roper and Trevor Kraus of MyConstant (an asset-backed P2P lending platform) as they take you on a monthly journey through alternative investing. Discover what's new and lucrative in the market, understand complex and emerging investment vehicles, and learn how to do more with your money to reach your financial goals, fast. As always, if you want to get onboard with MyConstant, click on the link below to try our 15-day $4000 trial bonus. https://www.myconstant.com/sign-up?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all
Episodes
April 5, 2022 • 17 mins
It’s hard to believe that less than a decade ago, the only way to grow your crypto portfolio (beyond buying more) was to hold on in hopes that its demand would skyrocket. Nowadays, however, you have more options in terms of investing or leveraging your token's value. From lending your crypto on exchanges or investing in EFTs, there are increasingly more ways for you to make a mint off your cryptocurrency.
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March 1, 2022 • 22 mins
In 2021, crypto scammers ran off with nearly $14 billion in cryptocurrency. That’s nearly an 80% rise compared to 2020! Because they come in so many forms, and because scammers are becoming increasingly wily, these scams are difficult to detect. In this episode, you’ll learn what to look out for so you don’t fall prey to any of their traps.
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January 10, 2022 • 15 mins
2021 was a game changing year for DeFi. Bitcoin reached stratospheric highs, Beeple put NFTs on the map and the first ETFs to feature cryptocurrency began trading. These are just some of the highlights that are featured in today’s stroll down memory lane. And if 2021 taught us anything, it’s that cryptocurrency is only just getting started and will make even bigger waves in the year to come.
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December 6, 2021 • 22 mins
Cannabis has been around for thousands of years, but only now, with the relaxing of laws surrounding the plant has it become a hot commodity in the US. Today we’ll take a look at how this plant went from a medicinal staple, to being outlawed as well as its recreational resurgence in the 1960’s. But most of all, we’ll dive into how cannabis made it onto the stock market and why now—more than ever—it’s worth considering as an alterna...
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November 8, 2021 • 19 mins
By Monday of last week (Nov 1st), The Squid Game coin was offline. Their white papers gone, social media dark and nearly $3.5M of investors money—stolen. How could this happen? And were there warning signs that the platform was a scam? In this episode, we’ll discuss what you need to consider when investing in new DeFi platforms and the red flags that might tell you to park your money elsewhere. As always, if you want to get onboard...
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October 25, 2021 • 16 mins
In the past twelve years, bitcoin moved from the obscure corners of the internet to the mainstream. Last week marked a milestone for cryptocurrency as investors started trading the first US bitcoin futures exchange-traded fund (ETF). These funds invest in bitcoin futures contracts, or agreements to buy or sell the asset later for an agreed-upon price, rather than bitcoin directly. On this podcast, find out what ETFs are, the obstac...
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October 11, 2021 • 20 mins
On this final episode of the history of investing, discover how the US segued from a 1970’s economic slump, to the Regan era roaring 80’s and the 1990’s internet boom. What investments proved to be resilient and which ones failed to gain traction? Travel back in time to when computers were just getting their footing, tech companies were everywhere and Enron had the smartest guys in the room...or did they?
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September 27, 2021 • 17 mins
MyConstant wouldn’t be the platform it is today without you—our customers. Which is why on this episode (and more to come) I’m interviewing those of you who use MyConstant regularly and want your voice heard. Today, get to know Krishna—a long time investor and MyConstant customer. Hailing from the state of Georgia, Krishna appreciates the steady returns MyConstant offers but is also a long time stock and crypto investor. Have a lis...
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September 13, 2021 • 19 mins
Picking up where we left off on the last podcast, you’ll discover how the US segued from the 1930’s depression era to 50’s prosperity and back into a 70’s style recession. What investments proved to be resilient and which ones failed to gain traction? Travel back in time to a housing boom, a reset on the US financial system and inflation reaching the double digits. It’s the mid-20th century and times are changing!
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August 30, 2021 • 20 mins
For all the investment tools and techniques that have changed over the last century, there are just as many things that remain the same. On this episode of Alternative Investing, travel back to a time when savings accounts gave you 5% interest, railroad tycoons ruled the stock market and the Ford model T was on everyone's to-buy list. It’s the turn of the 20th century and investing as we know it is about to change—forever.
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August 16, 2021 • 20 mins
If you feel like the rise of NFTs has come out of nowhere—you're not alone. Many of these non-fungible tokens are worth thousands (some, millions) and are revolutionizing the way people buy and sell everything from art, designs, memes and even tweets! In this episode, you'll discover how with a little bit of crypto in your wallet, you too can create, market and sell your own NFT. And who knows? The next Beeple might be one of you!
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August 2, 2021 • 21 mins
Contrary to what people think, angel investing is not solely for the very rich—you too can have a slice of the pie. On this episode, I discuss a recent, personal experience I had with angel investing along with other factors and alternative platforms you should consider. If you have an appetite for risk, exciting rewards and want to know how much you can earn, then this episode is unmissable!
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July 19, 2021 • 22 mins
It can’t be denied that yield farming is on the lips of most crypto holders. This innovative, yet risky way of leveraging crypto assets has seen investors score double to triple-digit returns in the past four years. But what is yield farming? What platforms support the practice? And why are investors willing to put so much on the line? The answers to these questions and more on today's episode.
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July 5, 2021 • 15 mins
Sometimes the most unusual investment paths can lead to eye-opening returns. On this episode of Alternative Investing, you'll discover why investing in overseas businesses as well as cryptocurrencies are a terrific store of value — almost as good as gold. You'll also find out why one famous investor thinks that farm owners will be the ones driving Lamborghini's in the near future.
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June 21, 2021 • 21 mins
In just over a decade, cryptocurrencies have gone from being relatively obscure to mainstream. In this episode, we discuss why these untouchable, digital tokens are changing the way people spend, invest and view money. Between their easy access, high liquidity and potential for soaring returns, cryptocurrencies will only grow in value and deserve a place in your investment portfolio.
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June 7, 2021 • 19 mins
From comics to stamps to even sneakers, sometimes the most unexpected items can be worth a pretty penny. On this episode, we discuss the value of collectors items — specifically — comic books. What makes a comic book valuable? What kind of returns can you expect? How to you start collecting? And whats the difference between golden and silver age comics? Listen now to find out why that old comic book might be worth more than you th...
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May 24, 2021 • 26 mins
On this episode, you'll discover how crypto-backed lending changed the peer-to-peer lending landscape for the better. You'll also find out why crypto-backed platforms can offer you much better interest rates than banks. Listen now to learn how crypto-backed lending could be a rewarding addition to your diversified investment strategy.
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In this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of fine wine investing. You'll learn what makes wine "fine", how it's performed in the last 30 years, and why some people are willing to pay half a million dollars for a single bottle. Good wine, bad wine, fake wine – we cover it all, as well as how to invest. If you love to pop a cork or two, listen now to learn more about the golden grape!
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April 26, 2021 • 20 mins
From supply and demand to international trade, learn the market forces that impact your bottom line. You'll discover why trade tariffs hurt your pocket and portfolio, how market bubbles form, and why you should always take news and analyses with a grain of salt. Listen now!
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April 12, 2021 • 22 mins
Can you make money while also making the world a better place? In this episode, we explore sustainable investing – what it is, why it's important, how companies are rated, and whether the returns stack up to other investments. You'll also learn how fund managers influence boards on sustainability, and why energy consumption isn't the only factor in determining the sustainability of crypto investments. Listen now and upgrade your kn...
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