362: Brazil Beyond the Headlines: Perception vs. Reality
Brazil gets a bad rap. Most people picture crime, chaos, and corruption, but that outdated narrative is costing investors big. The truth? Brazil’s northeast is experiencing a quiet boom, driven by domestic tourism, an emerging middle class, and substantial infrastructure investment. It’s a region most foreigners ignore—and that’s exactly why I’ve been investing serious capital there.
In this special episode, we dispel the common myths about Brazil and lay out the real story behind one of the world’s most overlooked investment frontiers. You’ll also hear from Igor, a private Amazon guide with elite clientele, and Michael Kruger, our trusted real estate partner on the ground in Fortaleza. Whether you’ve considered Brazil before or written it off entirely, this episode will make you think twice.
IN TODAY’S EPISODE:
- Listen in to learn why mainstream media gets Brazil completely wrong—and what the data says instead
- Find out how Northeast Brazil is quietly becoming a hotspot for real estate, tourism, and growth
- Get the real story behind safety, infrastructure, and investment protections in Brazil from the experts on the ground
- Hear me break down how I’m structuring my Brazil investments for cash flow, lifestyle, and long-term legacy
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About The Host, Mikkel Thorup
Mikkel Thorup; the host of The Expat Money Show, has 20+ years in continual travel around the world, visiting more than 100 countries including Colombia, North Korea, Zimbabwe and Iran.
His goal now is to help Expats just like you to generate additional streams of income, eliminate your tax bill, and take advantage of offshore structures so you can travel the world freely and never have to worry about money again.
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