Thinking about buying an apartment in Georgia, or is it smarter to put that money into the US stock market? In this video, I crunch the numbers on real estate sales in Georgia and compare them to stock market returns🚀 Useful resources:🌍 For immigration and investing questions (I offer consultations too):👉 https://bit.ly/world-is-free 🏡 5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying an Apartment in Batumi:👉 https://bit.ly/418Fbbd Join our private community... we discuss relocation, life abroad, investing, and more! It’s a place to ask me questions directly and connect with people who share the same mindset: / mrlarishin My Socials 👉— my telegram channel (check it out): https://t.me/mrlarishin — my Insta: / mark.larishin ✍️ / mark.larishin // stories & guides on relocation🐦 https://x.com/mrlarishin // short notes and tips💬 / mrlarishin // exclusive Q&A and extra materialsmy YouTube channel: / @mark.larishin and here’s my Russian YouTube: / @marklarishin 0:00 – Seasonal apartment sales in Georgia2:05 – Why December is the biggest sales month2:28 – Discounts vs. perks when buying2:47 – Risks with developers in Georgia3:54 – Story: a friend stuck with unfinished apartments5:17 – Should you buy or rent in Georgia?6:01 – Renting in Georgia vs. Thailand6:44 – Comparing $100K apartment vs. investing8:00 – Rental costs vs. stock market returns9:35 – Portfolio breakdown & ETF performance11:31 – Apartment appreciation vs. stock gains12:52 – Liquidity, realtor fees & real estate costs13:05 – Story: American friend who bought a house14:29 – Owning vs. renting: lifestyle choices14:30 – Bonus Story #1: Russian investor tripled money in Batumi15:25 – Bonus Story #2: Ukrainian friend lost money escaping war16:13 – Conclusion & how to reach out
Here’s the full story of my visa run from Thailand to Malaysia — why I did it, how much it cost, and whether it’s really worth it in 2025🚀 Useful resources:🌍 For immigration and investing questions (I offer consultations too):👉 https://bit.ly/world-is-free 🏡 5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying an Apartment in Batumi:👉 https://bit.ly/418Fbbd Join our private community... we discuss relocation, life abroad, investing, and more! It’s a place to ask me questions directly and connect with people who share the same mindset: https://patreon.com/mrlarishin My Socials 👉— my telegram channel (check it out): https://t.me/mrlarishin — my Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mark.larishin ✍️ https://medium.com/@mark.larishin // stories & guides on relocation🐦 https://x.com/mrlarishin // short notes and tips💬 https://www.patreon.com/c/mrlarishin/ // exclusive Q&A and extra materialsmy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mark.larishin and here’s my Russian YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkLarishin 0:00 – Why I went to Malaysia for 12 hours0:49 – Visa runs in Thailand explained1:19 – My favorite alternative (1-year stay)1:51 – Agency pickup & early morning ride2:42 – Total cost & what’s included3:12 – Other travelers & why people love Thailand3:32 – Visa extensions in Thailand (cost & process)4:06 – Why I’m moving to Georgia5:09 – Arriving at the Malaysia border5:29 – Thailand vs Georgia crowd (singles vs families)6:13 – Storytime: Swiss guy with jail & cocaine7:56 – More bar drama & why it’s “not my crowd”9:16 – Tourists behaving badly at the border10:18 – Efficient Malaysia border crossing12:00 – My thoughts on van safety & travel risks12:37 – Alternative visas in Thailand (education visa)13:44 – Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) explained14:46 – My lifestyle balance (Georgia + Thailand)15:02 – Thailand losing tourists (my take)16:29 – Vietnam & Philippines comparison (brief)17:29 – Final thoughts on visa runs & bureaucracy18:19 – Thank you to my first Patreon (Ernie!)19:01 – Closing & outro
Tourism in Thailand isn’t what it used to be. Empty beaches, frustrated visitors, higher prices, ATM fees, and even laws against leaving honest reviews... 🚀 Useful resources:🌍 For immigration and investing questions (I offer consultations too):👉 https://bit.ly/world-is-free 🏡 5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying an Apartment in Batumi:👉 https://bit.ly/418Fbbd Join our private community... we discuss relocation, life abroad, investing, and more! It’s a place to ask me questions directly and connect with people who share the same mindset: https://patreon.com/mrlarishin My Socials 👉— my telegram channel (check it out): https://t.me/mrlarishin — my Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mark.larishin ✍️ https://medium.com/@mark.larishin // stories & guides on relocation🐦 https://x.com/mrlarishin // short notes and tips💬 https://www.patreon.com/c/mrlarishin/ // exclusive Q&A and extra materialsmy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mark.larishin and here’s my Russian YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkLarishin 0:00 – the tourist decline talk0:40 – Empty bars, beaches, and restaurants1:15 – Comparing Thailand vs Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia1:50 – Hotels squeezing every dollar from tourists2:15 – Why negative reviews are risky in Thailand3:20 – Cash-only culture & ATM withdrawal fees4:56 – The currency conversion “scam” problem7:08 – Feeling like a “walking wallet” as a tourist8:34 – Pet-friendly hotels that aren’t really pet-friendly9:52 – Dogs vs children: unfair rules & extra charges10:22 – Stories of tourists punished for reviews12:00 – Surveillance & strict hotel rules12:45 – “Pet-friendly” as just another money grab13:07 – Why Thailand may be losing tourists now13:49 – Same service, higher prices = no value14:08 – Lake Como vs Phuket price comparison14:20 – Final thoughts & invitation for relocation help
I’ve been to Thailand many times and always had positive experiences... until now🚀 Useful resources:🌍 For immigration and investing questions (I offer consultations too):👉 https://bit.ly/world-is-free 🏡 5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying an Apartment in Batumi:👉 https://bit.ly/418Fbbd Join our private community... we discuss relocation, life abroad, investing, and more! It’s a place to ask me questions directly and connect with people who share the same mindset: https://patreon.com/mrlarishin My Socials 👉— my telegram channel (check it out): https://t.me/mrlarishin — my Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mark.larishin ✍️ https://medium.com/@mark.larishin // stories & guides on relocation🐦 https://x.com/mrlarishin // short notes and tips💬 https://www.patreon.com/c/mrlarishin/ // exclusive Q&A and extra materialsmy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mark.larishin and here’s my Russian YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkLarishin timecodes:0:00 – Why this experience caught me off guard0:51 – The tourist decline in Thailand (why?)1:28 – Taxi drivers, closed businesses, empty bars2:06 – Constant police stops & giving up my bike2:46 – Rainy season shift & local economy pressure3:00 – Renting a condo...3:54 – The cleaning fee issue (700 THB for dog paw mark)5:21 – Extra charges for dogs & unfair practices (objectivly)6:28 – Talking to management & “goodwill gesture”7:53 – Why the charge felt unfair compared to real issues9:00 – Morning knock at the door with a guard10:42 – Refusing to be forced into a meeting11:36 – Respectful communication vs. "rude" replies12:12 – The ongoing situation & possible higher costs12:34 – “The room is in my wife’s name” argument13:25 – Left feeling... soulless. Am I just a wallet for them? 14:35 – Wrapping up & message to YOU
Thinking about moving to Georgia or investing in real estate here? In this video, I break down one of the biggest questions right now: Will Georgia join the European Union?🚀 Useful resources:🌍 For immigration and investing questions (I offer consultations too):👉 https://bit.ly/world-is-free 🏡 5 Things You Need to Know Before Buying an Apartment in Batumi:👉 https://bit.ly/418Fbbd Join our private community... we discuss relocation, life abroad, investing, and more! It’s a place to ask me questions directly and connect with people who share the same mindset: https://patreon.com/mrlarishin My Socials 👉— my telegram channel (check it out): https://t.me/mrlarishin — my Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mark.larishin ✍️ https://medium.com/@mark.larishin // stories & guides on relocation🐦 https://x.com/mrlarishin // short notes and tips💬 https://www.patreon.com/c/mrlarishin/ // exclusive Q&A and extra materialsmy YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@mark.larishin and here’s my Russian YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkLarishin timecodes:00:00 - Immigration, investment, and why Georgia matters01:10 - Is Georgia joining the European Union?02:00 - What EU membership would mean for real estate prices03:00 - Current growth05:00 - Comparison with other EU accession countries06:00 - Opportunities if Georgia joins the EU07:30 - 1% tax stays or goes?09:00 - Why Georgia is attractive for expats and investors10:00 - Risks & challenges you should consider11:30 - Future outlook: What’s next for Georgia13:00 - My personal advice for investors & relocators14:00 - Final thoughts & wrap-up
thinking about where to move in 2025? In this podcast, I compare Georgia (Batumi) and Thailand (Phuket) head-to-head: cost of living, visas, business setup, taxes, banking, and expat lifestyle... let's do this
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Timecodes0:00 – Introduction & why I rotate countries0:32 – Visa & residency: Georgia vs. Thailand2:45 – Business & taxes: easier in Georgia, bigger market in Thailand4:10 – Banking & finance: accounts, visas, stability of currencies5:53 – Business opportunities & seasonal rotation6:12 – Story: Swiss woman with bars in Thailand (and why the season failed)7:02 – Thailand losing to Vietnam & Japan in tourism7:16 – Strict drug laws in Thailand & capital punishment8:02 – Story: Swiss guy jailed in Thailand8:59 – Prisons in Georgia vs. Thailand9:47 – Expat communities, lifestyle & connectivity10:23 – LGBTQ+ and cultural openness: Thailand vs. Georgia10:46 – Final thoughts, Q&A invite & property/business help in Georgia11:23 – Conclusion & Patreon support
I absolutely love Thailand... the beaches, the people, the food! but even paradise has its flaws. After spending months living here, I wanted to share a few things that I personally don’t enjoy about daily life in Phuket.
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Timecodes0:00 – things (few) I don’t like about Thailand 0:35 – Delivery services don’t bring orders to your door1:07 – Grocery deliveries without bags1:36 – European-style recycling1:59 – Lack of in-unit washing machines and the inconvenient laundry process3:07 – Police in southern Phuket stop foreigners WAY to often3:56 – how did I get Thai motorcycle and car licenses4:54 – License validity in Asia and cost of getting one5:17 – Frequent police checks and helmet issues7:04 – High number of motorcycle accidents in Thailand7:21 – Recent taxi U-turn accident story8:00 – Other fatal motorcycle accident examples8:32 – Importance of proper driving skills and licenses8:41 – Corruption and bribes in southern Phuket police9:10 – Common fines for license/alcohol violations9:15 – Final thoughts: most of Thailand is still loved10:55 – Condo perks: pools, gym, restaurant, spa, pet-friendly11:28 – In most above-average condos, dogs are allowed if you can afford it
Driving in Thailand can be an unforgettable experience... but not always for the right reasons. In this podcast, I share a recent motorbike accident in Phuket that left one man seriously injured, and why it reveals a bigger issue...
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Timecodes0:00 – neighbors’ crash0:31 – Taxi driver’s actions 0:40 – Victim’s condition & surgeries1:09 – Reason for sharing & local crash statistics1:18 – Experience passing Thai driving exams1:45 – stopped by police almost daily2:02 – Police bribes & local driving habits2:22 – Hypocrisy: foreigners vs. locals treatment3:16 – Fully compliant yet still stopped3:37 – Details of the injured motorcyclist4:22 – Consequences for the motorcyclist4:59 – Closing thoughts
Not as hard as people say...!
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timecodes:00:00 – Getting a Thai Driver’s License00:25 – Showing My Thai Bike and Car Licenses01:01 – Where Your Thai License Works Internationally01:37 – My Experience at the Honda Racing School02:04 – Structure of the Training (3 Days Overview)02:29 – Physical Exam on Day 2 (Bike Test Details)03:19 – Test 2: Cone Navigation and Gear Shifting04:00 – Bike Controls and “Sensual” Analogy04:19 – Test 3: Balance Test on Narrow Curb05:14 – Girl Falls on First Day + Why You Need Insurance06:00 – Thai Police, Bribes & Why License Matters06:46 – Day 3: Theory Test & Passing the Exam07:36 – Failing the Tests? What Happens Next07:58 – How to Finalize Your License (Documents & Process)08:45 – Having Multiple Licenses from Different Countries09:20 – The Bureaucracy Trick: Confuse Authorities 😅09:42 – Final Tips: Timeline & Total Cost10:02 – No Bribes, Just Real Tests10:17 – Have I Ever Used My License?
here's something you don't see everyday...
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0:00 – Welcome from Thailand: There’s a war?0:23 – Mixed heritage in a divided world0:55 – Why I think nationalism is outdated1:24 – What’s actually happening on the Thai-Cambodian border2:05 – 40,000 evacuated: This is serious2:14 – Why second passports matter more than ever2:49 – Escalation: F-16s, diplomacy, and landmines3:20 – Still planting mines in 2025? Seriously?3:36 – War vs. Space: What are we doing as a species?3:47 – People without passports… stuck forever4:10 – Lebanon’s banking collapse: Could it happen here?4:54 – If you can’t leave, you’re not free5:16 – My Ukrainian roots and the question of forced loyalty5:54 – Why global diversification of money actually matters6:05 – Your money: Do you spread or stack it in one place?6:15 – What Georgia is doing right6:47 – Your turn: Are you diversified or all-in?
Why so many investors and nomads suddenly moving to Georgia? In this video, I share my personal story.. what I’ve learned, what worked, and why there’s real money flowing here. Low taxes, growing opportunities, easy residency… Georgia might just surprise you
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0:00 – Welcome & Purpose of This Channel0:38 – Success Stories: Your Turn to Share1:01 – Why Georgia Is a Hidden Gem1:24 – Taxes & Business Setup: Georgia vs. Thailand1:28 – Russian Friend’s Story Begins1:56 – Escaping Moscow Just in Time2:30 – Real Estate Investment in Batumi2:50 – Tripling Money in 3 Years3:13 – New Life in Australia3:50 – Comparing Real Estate to Stock Market4:27 – Dubai, Berlin & American ETFs5:16 – A Shoutout to Viewers Worldwide5:45 – Story #2: Turkish Leather & Real Estate6:43 – Leather Jacket Negotiation War7:05 – Millionaire Salesman from Turkey7:43 – Fact-Checking the Turkish Dream8:22 – Phone Tax in Turkey? Yup.9:00 – Inflation & Real Estate Crash in Turkey9:57 – Lessons: Choose Investments Wisely10:17 – Georgia: Smart Rules & Low Car Taxes10:30 – Apartment in Berlin vs. Coca-Cola Stock11:16 – Why German Real Estate Is So Conservative11:27 – Coca-Cola: Stable & Higher Yield12:01 – Audio-Only? Go Do Your Life12:27 – Dubai Real Estate vs. Coca-Cola13:00 – SCHD: ETF That Mirrors Dubai Real Estate13:57 – Why SCHD Is a Favorite14:34 – VGT: High-Growth Tech ETF15:14 – Massive Returns but More Volatile15:45 – JEPQ: Monthly Dividends, Apartment-Like16:46 – Is JEPQ Better Than an Apartment?17:07 – Bonus: Nvidia’s Explosive Growth17:45 – Single Stocks Are Risky18:21 – Final Thoughts: What’s Your Story?18:33 – Join Our Private Group on Patreon18:42 – Thanks & See You Soon!
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timecodes:00:00 – Intro: Why Georgia?00:26 – Georgia vs Thailand: Business Climate01:42 – Starting a Business in Georgia02:12 – Real Estate Investment in Batumi03:01 – Risks of Investing: Legal System Issues04:00 – Georgian Bureaucracy & Driver’s License05:07 – Why We Left Georgia Temporarily06:01 – Real Estate Rental Boom in Summer06:32 – Car Market in Georgia07:20 – Who Should Come to Georgia?08:00 – 1% Tax Advantage for Entrepreneurs09:12 – Staying Long-Term & Getting Residency09:42 – My Immigration Consultations10:01 – Thailand vs Georgia Border Experience10:56 – Welfare vs Business Mindset11:50 – EU Taxes vs Georgian Simplicity12:35 – Final Thoughts: Is Georgia Still Worth It?13:01 – Outro + Where I Am Now
I’m sharing the real story of how i made (and sometimes lost) money in my 20s... from buying bitcoin in 2017 to investing in real estate, and even making a huge mistake with a car...
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Timecodes:0:00 – Welcome to Phuket, Thailand0:30 – Why I’m Talking About Money Today0:53 – Most People Have No Savings1:13 – My Upcoming Investment in a Watch1:27 – Things That Appreciate vs. Depreciate1:46 – The Book That Changed My Mindset (“Richest Man in Babylon”)2:14 – Saving = Buying Financial “Slaves” (Assets)2:26 – My First Bitcoin Investment in 20173:12 – How I Lost and Gained with Crypto3:42 – Real Estate Investment: First Apartment Purchase4:20 – COVID Hits: Construction Frozen4:26 – Sold the Apartment for 20% Profit4:31 – My Worst Investment: The Car Crash5:11 – Legal Battle & Financial Losses5:17 – If Only I Bought NVIDIA Instead!5:42 – Life Is About Financial Choices6:10 – The Importance of Smart Purchases6:25 – Want to Talk to Me? Book a Call6:50 – I Can Help with Investments, Taxes, and Brokers7:00 – I Also Help with Immigration7:33 – Let Me Analyze Your Financial Life7:58 – Comment Below & I’ll Respond in a Future Video8:05 – Thanks for Watching!
I'm comparing these two fascinating locations! We'll dive into safety, real estate prices & ROI, cultural quirks you need to know...
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Timecodes:0:00 - Why I'm NOT Buying an Apartment Here (Yet!) 🤔0:23 - Georgia vs. Dubai: The Ultimate Showdown! 🥊0:52 - Safety First: Georgia vs. Dubai - Who Wins? 🛡️1:29 - Real Estate Rumble! 🏢💰 Georgia vs. Dubai Prices & ROI2:48 - Culture Shock Alert! 😲 Things You NEED to Know3:39 - Crazy Drivers! 🚗💨 My BIGGEST Gripe About Georgia4:36 - Money Talk: Taxes in Georgia & Dubai 💸5:16 - Company registration: Easy in Georgia? 💼5:45 - The Downside of Georgia (For Now) 😔6:36 - Friendliness & Global Politics: Dubai's Strategy 🤝🌍7:12 - Georgia's Border & Stability: The Elephant in the Room? 🐘7:34 - Currency Check: Lari vs. Dirham Stability 📊7:59 - Dubai Law WARNING! 🚨 My Friend's Shocking Story9:43 - Georgia's Flexibility (The Good & The "Bad" 😉)10:08 - Dubai: The Mercedes of Locations? 🌟10:14 - Georgia: The Wild Card? 🐎💰10:32 - Thanks for Watching! 👋
Thinking about moving to Europe or becoming a digital nomad? Georgia and Portugal are two amazing choices. but ONE is defiantly better than the other....
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0:00 – Why Georgia vs Portugal?0:43 – Overall Vibe: Culture & Lifestyle1:37 – Climate: Batumi vs Portugal2:14 – Cost of Living Breakdown2:47 – Portugal Taxes vs Georgia’s 1%3:56 – Visas in Portugal (D7, D8)4:52 – Georgia’s Simple Residency Option6:03 – Portugal vs Georgia Tax Impact Example6:40 – Real Life Hack: Earn More by Moving7:20 – Residency Rules in Georgia8:01 – D7 Visa: Passive Income in Portugal8:48 – Portugal Bureaucracy & Delays
