316. The Power of Passion and Persistence with Dan Daly
Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Dan Daly, who shares his remarkable journey from a janitorial union job to becoming a successful automotive dealership manager and later a real estate investor focusing on European markets. Dan talks about how he identified opportunities in the competitive real estate market by focusing on popular tourist destinations in Europe, particularly in Portugal, and leveraging lower interest rates. He also discusses launching a $50 million p...
Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Dan Daly, who shares his remarkable journey from a janitorial union job to becoming a successful automotive dealership manager and later a real estate investor focusing on European markets. Dan talks about how he identified opportunities in the competitive real estate market by focusing on popular tourist destinations in Europe, particularly in Portugal, and leveraging lower interest rates. He also discusses launching a $50 million private equity fund aimed at providing investors with the opportunity to gain permanent residence in Portugal through the Golden Visa program.
In this episode:
- Learn how strategic career pivots can open doors to high-potential opportunities in international real estate.
- Discover why Portugal’s Golden Visa program offers a powerful gateway to European residency and investment growth.
- Understand how patience, strong networks, and gut instincts can shape smarter investment decisions.
- Grasp the value of taking early action in emerging markets to build long-term wealth and stability.
- And so much more!
Key Moments:
00:55 Guest Introduction: Dan Daly's Background
01:42 From Blue Collar Beginnings to Automotive Success
04:39 Transition to Real Estate and European Investments
10:12 Navigating the European Real Estate Market
19:42 Golden Visa and Future Plans
24:26 Finding Passion in Real Estate
24:59 Building a Strong Network
25:24 Golden Visa Fund Insights
26:26 Lessons from the Automotive Industry
27:51 Making Smart Decisions
30:08 Final Round: Personal Reflections
33:34 Tips for Newcomers
37:11 Favorite Resources and Final Thoughts
Find Dan Daly
Website: https://aimhighnow.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-daly1/
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