E-Council Inc. With Lauren Cohen

On this episode of the Ask Brien Show, our hosts Brien Johnson and Traci DeForge speak with Lauren Cohen about her company, e-Council Inc, and the range of

specialized services they offer to businesses and individuals who are seeking foreign investments, visas, and more. She also shares her own experience with immigrating from Canada and the ups and downs of being an entrepreneur.

 IN THIS EPISODE:

• [05:35] Lauren is introduced
• [7:30] How to invest in real estate in foreign countries
• [8:43] How property deeds work in Mexico
• [11:00] How to connect with Lauren Cohen
• [13:15] How Lauren protects her clients
• [13:52] How non-US citizens can get a mortgage loan in the US
• [15:53] Immigration services that Lauren offers
• [16:25] Lauren’s entrepreneur journey
• [19:13] Overcoming obstacles when starting her business
• [23:09] More about Lauren’s podcast
• [25:50] Connect with Lauren online
• [27:27] Advice for other entrepreneurs
• [28:40] 5-year goals

 KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Every real estate model is going to be different depending on the country so having someone to walk you through the process is really crucial – that’s why Lauren provides services to help people navigate the process.
• Having a trusted advisor that speaks the country’s language is really important when investing in real estate in foreign countries.
• Don’t let fear stand in the way of your entrepreneur dreams, persevere and keep pushing towards your goals.

Links Mentioned:

• Book: Finding Your Silver Lining in the Business Immigration Process: An Insightful Guide to Immigrant & Non-Immigrant Business Visas
• Podcast: Investing Across Borders
• Website: Real Estate Across Borders

BIO:

Lauren A. Cohen, international speaker, #1 bestselling author and immigration and business strategist, is an attorney licensed in both the U.S. (TN) and Canada (ON). As an active AILA (American Immigration Lawyers Association) member, Lauren boasts a stellar track record of success. She was also recently recognized as one of 2017’s “Super Lawyers” by Attorney-at-Law Magazine.

Although her role at e-Council does not involve practicing law, Lauren has first-hand knowledge of the visa process, having herself immigrated from Canada, and later becoming an American citizen in 2012. The overriding goal in all of her business endeavors is to help her clients achieve their version of the American Dream. Developing sound strategies designed to sustain long-term growth is a cornerstone of the e-Council Inc. brand.