

The Active Duty Passive Income Podcast
Markian Sich
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!
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Oct 16, 2018 • 33min
ADPI_034: Four Amazing Tax Advantages Of Real Estate
In this episode, we deep dive 4 tax benefits of real estate investing. Learn the magic that happens in the background while your money compounds itself year after year. Make sure you consult your tax advisor or CPA before investing to find out how best to maximize YOUR situation. We also don't recommend doing your taxes yourself, unless you are highly knowledgeable in this area. Books Mentioned:"Tax Free Wealth" by Tom Wheelwright https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13238716-tax-free-wealth"Loopholes Of Real Estate" by Garret Sutton https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15811683-loopholes-of-real-estate"The Millionaire Real Estate Investor" by Gary Keller https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/136205.The_Millionaire_Real_Estate_InvestorFor more lessons on how you can go from just buying a home to strategically planning your wealth, be sure to subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvNdUZkfcuM?sub_confirmation=1 Check out "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, and other great books on our Resource Page:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/resources Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ActiveDutyPassiveIncome/ Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activedutypassiveincome/ If you are ready to get started on building wealth and want to learn how to get the most out of your veteran benefits, then make sure you grab our Free Ebook: https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/military-house-hacking-optin www.ActiveDutyPassiveIncome.comSupport the showADPI 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.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Oct 13, 2018 • 36min
ADPI_033: How To Get Started House Hacking Using Airbnb With James Barker
In this episode, we interview James Barker on how he got started in building his financial freedom. Listen to his story on how he started house hacking using Airbnb and is already starting to see success.For more lessons on how you can go from just buying a home to strategically planning your wealth, be sure to subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvNdUZkfcuM?sub_confirmation=1 Check out "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, and other great books on our Resource Page:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/resources Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ActiveDutyPassiveIncome/ Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activedutypassiveincome/ If you are ready to get started on building wealth and want to learn how to get the most out of your veteran benefits, then make sure you grab our Free Ebook: https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/military-house-hacking-optin www.ActiveDutyPassiveIncome.comSupport the showADPI 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.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Oct 9, 2018 • 29min
ADPI_032: Key Real Estate Gouge Pt. 2
In this episode, we break down some of the elementary real estate investing topics that every beginning investor needs to understand. In the military, we have acronyms and phrases for everything... And sometimes, having conversations with those who are more experienced can be intimidating. We've got your six! Make sure you catch all the parts in this series to develop your vocabulary and hold your own conversation with other investors at the table. For more lessons on how you can go from just buying a home to strategically planning your wealth, be sure to subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvNdUZkfcuM?sub_confirmation=1 Check out "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, and other great books on our Resource Page: https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/resources Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ActiveDutyPassiveIncome/ Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activedutypassiveincome/www.activedutypassiveincome.comSupport the showADPI 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.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Oct 6, 2018 • 14min
ADPI_031: How To Use Your Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) To Invest In Real Estate
In this episode, I revamped a video I did way back on the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). It breaks down what it is, and how you can use it to pull greater return than what you have been getting. For more information, check out this resource from the TSP website: https://www.tsp.gov/PDF/formspubs/tspbk04.pdfFor more lessons on how you can go from just buying a home to strategically planning your wealth, be sure to subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvNdUZkfcuM?sub_confirmation=1 Check out "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, and other great books on our Resource Page:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/resources Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ActiveDutyPassiveIncome/ Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activedutypassiveincome/ If you are ready to get started on building wealth and want to learn how to get the most out of your veteran benefits, then make sure you grab our Free Ebook: https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/military-house-hacking-optin www.ActiveDutyPassiveIncome.comSupport the showADPI 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.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Oct 2, 2018 • 19min
ADPI_030: The 4 Ways To Make Money
In this episode, we challenge the mindset of making money by comparing four different ways. For a deeper explanation on the Cashflow Quadrant, check out the book: https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dads-Cashflow-Quadrant-Financial/dp/1491517840
For more lessons on how you can go from just buying a home to strategically planning your wealth, be sure to subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvNdUZkfcuM?sub_confirmation=1
Do you have Google Play, Spotify, or iTunes? Be sure to subscribe to our Podcast so you can hear interviews from other successful veterans in the game and stay up to date with what is going on in the ADPI world! http://activedutypassiveincome.buzzsprout.com/
Check out "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, and other great books on our Resource Page:
https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/resources
Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ActiveDutyPassiveIncome/
Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activedutypassiveincome/
If you are ready to get started on building wealth and want to learn how to get the most out of your veteran benefits, then make sure you grab our Free Ebook: https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/military-house-hacking-optin
www.ActiveDutyPassiveIncome.com
Support the showADPI 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.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Sep 28, 2018 • 1h 2min
ADPI_029: Unlimited Growth And Success With Buddy Rushing
In this episode, we interview Buddy Rushing! Listen while he shares his story and how educated action is the most important key to success.
Buddy's Suggestions:
The Big Leap: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6391876-the-big-leap
Abundance: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13187824-abundance
Elon Musk: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25541028-elon-musk
Simon Sinek: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPYeCltXpxw
White Feather Investments:
Greg@whitefeatherinvestments.com
For more lessons on how you can go from just buying a home to strategically planning your wealth, be sure to subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvNdUZkfcuM?sub_confirmation=1
Do you have Google Play, Spotify, or iTunes? Be sure to subscribe to our Podcast so you can hear interviews from other successful veterans in the game and stay up to date with what is going on in the ADPI world! http://activedutypassiveincome.buzzsprout.com/
Check out "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, and other great books on our Resource Page:
https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/resources
Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ActiveDutyPassiveIncome/
Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activedutypassiveincome/
If you are ready to get started on building wealth and want to learn how to get the most out of your veteran benefits, then make sure you grab our Free Ebook: https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/military-house-hacking-optin
www.ActiveDutyPassiveIncome.com
Support the showADPI 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.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Sep 25, 2018 • 22min
ADPI_028: How To Find Off Market Deals
In this episode, we show you how to find off-market properties! These are killer ways to get started in investing with a low barrier of entry. Even with your VA loan, you could find a great deal and get started absolutely free! I also share my story of how I was recently able to find one.
For more lessons on how you can go from just buying a home to strategically planning your wealth, be sure to subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvNdUZkfcuM?sub_confirmation=1
Check out "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, and other great books on our Resource Page:
https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/resources
Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ActiveDutyPassiveIncome/
Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activedutypassiveincome/
If you are ready to get started on building wealth and want to learn how to get the most out of your veteran benefits, then make sure you grab our Free Ebook: https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/military-house-hacking-optin
www.ActiveDutyPassiveIncome.com
Support the showADPI 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.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Sep 22, 2018 • 1h 4min
ADPI_027: Fire Side Chat With CEO Markian Sich
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In this episode, we hear the amazing story of ADPI's CEO Markian Sich. We learn the origin story of how Active Duty Passive Income became to be and share some cool insight on what is to come.
Connect with Markian and see what he is up to at his facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/MarkianSichOfficial/
For more lessons on how you can go from just buying a home to strategically planning your wealth, be sure to subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvNdUZkfcuM?sub_confirmation=1
Check out "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, and other great books on our Resource Page:
https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/resources
Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ActiveDutyPassiveIncome/
Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activedutypassiveincome/
If you are ready to get started on building wealth and want to learn how to get the most out of your veteran benefits, then make sure you grab our Free Ebook: https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/military-house-hacking-optin
www.ActiveDutyPassiveIncome.comSupport the showADPI 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.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Sep 17, 2018 • 34min
ADPI_026: Key Real Estate Gouge (Part 1)
In this episode, we break down some of the elementary real estate investing topics that every beginning investor needs to understand. In the military, we have acronyms and phrases for everything... And sometimes, having conversations with those who are more experienced can be intimidating. We've got your six! Make sure you catch all the parts in this series to develop your vocabulary and hold your own conversation with other investors at the table.
For more lessons on how you can go from just buying a home to strategically planning your wealth, be sure to subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvNdUZkfcuM?sub_confirmation=1
Check out "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, and other great books on our Resource Page:
https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/resources
Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ActiveDutyPassiveIncome/
Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activedutypassiveincome/Support the showADPI 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.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.

Sep 15, 2018 • 37min
ADPI_025: Helping Homeless Veterans With Kirby Atwell
In this awesome episode, we get the chance to interview CEO of Green Vet Homes and the COO of Bunker Labs, Kirby Atwell. Listen as he shares his inspiring story on how he uses Real Estate Investing to successfully help homeless veterans find housing. Connect with him at https://www.kirbyatwell.com/
Check Out Kirby's awesome veteran program at http://greenvethomes.com/
Make Sure you check out Bunker Labs and all the awesome support they are giving to veteran businesses out there: https://bunkerlabs.org/
For more lessons on how you can go from just buying a home to strategically planning your wealth, be sure to subscribe to our channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvNdUZkfcuM?sub_confirmation=1
In this podcast, Kirby Mentioned "The Compound Effect" by Darren Hardy. Check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Compound-Effect-Darren-Hardy/dp/159315724X
Check out "Rich Dad Poor Dad" by Robert Kiyosaki, and other great books on our Resource Page:
https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/resources
Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ActiveDutyPassiveIncome/
Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activedutypassiveincome/
If you are ready to get started on building wealth and want to learn how to get the most out of your veteran benefits, then make sure you grab our Free Ebook: https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/p/military-house-hacking-optin
www.ActiveDutyPassiveIncome.com
Support the showADPI 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.Book your free strategy call right now:https://www.activedutypassiveincome.com/podcast-mmaNo pressure. No pitch. Just a real conversation about where you want to go.Follow ADPI for more stories, strategies, and lessons from military investors building real financial freedom.


