The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast
The military taught us discipline, leadership, and resilience—but it never taught us how to build wealth or create true financial freedom. That’s where we come in.
I’m Markian Sich, a United States Marine turned real estate investor, and I know firsthand how tough it can be to figure out what’s next after service. That’s why I started The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast—to bring you real stories, real strategies, and real success from military investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts who’ve been where you are.
We talk about leveraging your VA Loan, Military House Hacking, and proven investing strategies to help you build passive income, transition with confidence, and take control of your financial future.
You’ve fought hard to defend the American Dream—now let’s make sure you own a piece of it. Subscribe now and start your journey to financial freedom!
The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast
ADPI_170: Finding Your Passion With Jon Cruz
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In this week’s episode, Mike & Kevin interview Military entrepreneur Jon Cruz. Jon talks about his real estate beginnings and his search for passive income. He also discusses his fight with COVID-19 and how it completely changed his mindset—and resulted in starting 2 businesses that fulfill his passion for helping others. Listen up for an incredible story!
"Find a passion, turn it into a profitable income stream and go with that. Put all of your time and energy into that—especially if you see yourself changing lives and helping on the same path as you."
-Jon Cruz
Here are 5 Key Takeaways from this episode:
- Managing Your Time to Increase Productivity
- Introducing the SkillBridge program
- The Power & Importance of Coaching
- Hurdles to Investing Overseas
- How to Change Your Mindset
Honorable Mentions & Useful Links
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ADPI was built by military members who realized something most people never question: trading time for money doesn’t lead to freedom.
So we built a different path.
Today, ADPI helps active-duty service members, veterans, and military spouses build passive income through real estate, entrepreneurship, and strategic investing. Inside the community you’ll find thousands of military investors who speak the same language of service, discipline, and execution.
The mission isn’t just buying properties.
It’s building a life with options.
More time with family.
More control of your future.
More impact in the community you serve.
If you’re active duty or a veteran and serious about using real estate to build lasting wealth, the ADPI Military Multifamily Cohort Program was built for you. We walk you through the entire process step by step, from building your team to structuring deals and going after properties that actually move the needle.
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