From Rags to Quantum Riches: Will Dowd's Journey of Self-Discovery & PurposeJoin Emma as she sits down with entrepreneur and investor extraordinaire Will Dowd. In this inspiring episode, Will shares his journey from being an immigrant in the US with nothing but a dream to achieving financial success and finding deeper fulfillment and purpose. Discover how Will's experiences in real estate, engineering, and car sales shaped his entrepreneurial mindset. Learn about his latest groundbreaking project in quantum cybersecurity and his mission to build hurricane-proof homes. This episode is packed with wisdom on consistency, patience, faith, and serving others without expecting anything in return.**About Will Dowd:**Will Dowd is an accomplished entrepreneur and investor based in Florida. Originally an immigrant from Dubai, Will came to the United States in 1997 with nothing but a suitcase and a dream. He has since built a diverse career, starting in the mortgage industry and later transitioning to real estate, car sales, and engineering. Today, he is focused on three pillars: building innovative housing systems, generating passive income through real estate, and leading breakthroughs in quantum cybersecurity. Will is a firm believer in the power of consistency, patience, faith, and service to others—values that have guided him throughout his incredible journey.Connect with Will:Visit: [NextDen](http://www.nextden.com/)Connect with Emma:[Invest With Emma](https://InvestWithEmma.com)[Partner With Emma](https://PartnerWithRise.com/Emma)[Highrise Group](https://Highrise.group)00:00 Finding Purpose Beyond Money00:19 Introducing Will Dowd: Entrepreneur Extraordinaire01:03 Journey to the United States01:52 The Mortgage Industry Collapse02:33 Real Estate Ventures in Dubai05:09 A Turning Point: Seeking Fulfillment06:00 Pursuing Education and New Ventures07:39 From Car Sales to Real Estate10:56 A Spiritual Awakening14:32 Serving Others Through Real Estate20:28 The Power of Service and Faith29:08 Lessons from Dubai's Economic Crisis31:56 A Life-Changing Encounter in Dubai34:36 The Value of Human Life Over Money35:28 Building a Secure Digital Future36:30 Focusing on Three Pillars of Success36:51 The Importance of Quality in Construction39:17 Financial Discipline and Investment46:37 The Power of Visualization and Faith59:08 Choosing the Right Environment and Tribe01:03:32 Struggles of an Illegal Immigrant01:04:30 Working Under the Table01:05:36 Losing Hope and Finding a Way01:06:07 Crossing the Border to Canada01:07:03 A Mother's Sacrifice01:07:22 Advice for Overcoming Low Points01:10:29 Introduction to Quantum Cybersecurity01:12:41 The Birth of Qubit Shield01:21:38 The Harmonic Universe01:24:40 Pursuing a Higher Purpose01:34:33 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Surviving and Thriving in Real Estate with Kevin Bup of Sunrise Capital | Passive Income AdventuresWelcome back to another episode of Passive Income Adventures! This week, Emma sits down with Kevin Bup from Sunrise Capital. Kevin shares invaluable insights into the real estate market, from weathering tough economic environments to the importance of underwriting deals based on current market conditions. Hear Kevin's story about how he built his real estate empire from scratch, focusing on mobile home parks and parking spaces, successfully navigating the complexities of the market through discipline and risk management. Emma and Kevin also dive into the importance of vetting sponsors, institutional vs. retail capital, and why focusing on long-term hold strategies can lead to sustainable wealth. Whether you're an active investor or looking to build passive income streams, this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world experiences that you won't want to miss.Bio: Kevin Bupp (Clearwater, FL) is a highly-successful entrepreneur, author of the Amazon bestseller “The Cash Flow Investor”, speaker, and leading authority on commercial real estate investing throughout the United States. As the Visionary at Sunrise Capital Investors and Host of the wildly popular Real Estate Investing for Cash Flow Podcast, Kevin is passionate about helping people become financially free with real estate investing. His investment advice has been downloaded millions of times by folks in over 190 countries. Through his investment company, Sunrise Capital Investors, he owns and operates thousands of rental units in over fifteen states that help his investors earn passive income, build legacy wealth, and buy more time with their families.Bupp’s been interviewed by top real estate podcasts, including Bigger Pockets, Joe Fairless (Best Ever Show), Get Rich Education, Cashflow Ninja, and many more. Kevin’s work has been featured in Forbes, MarketWatch, Seeking Alpha, BiggerPockets, and many more.Connect with Kevin:https://investwithsunrise.comConnect with Emma:https://InvestWithEmma.comhttps://PartnerWithRise.com/Emmahttps://Highrise.group00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:22 Meet Kevin Bup: Real Estate Journey01:35 Kevin's Investment Philosophy03:13 Navigating Market Challenges03:51 The Impact of COVID-19 on Real Estate04:36 Conservative Investment Strategies06:02 Growth and Success Amidst Market Fluctuations13:43 Retail vs. Institutional Capital16:18 Building a Resilient Investment Business19:47 Starting with Your Own Capital20:37 Rebuilding After Financial Loss20:57 First Mobile Home Park Purchase23:12 Joint Ventures and Limited Partners24:26 Challenges with New Syndicators25:31 Importance of Financial Strength28:18 Balancing Personal and Business Finances32:57 Ideal Investors and Long-Term Strategy40:18 Final Thoughts and Contact Information