Buying America

Recorded in 2026. Joe Faraci and Edmundo Treviño discuss personal and business credit, banking relationships, ITINs and secured cards, drawing on their experiences with U.S. property and business financing. The conversation also considers moving from an ITIN to an SSN and an issuer's international card relationship program. Original English voices are preserved; the repeated opening teaser and closing graphics have been removed, without removing substantive conversation. Editorial clarifications accompanying this archive recording: Credit scores and personal worth: the guests' language about trust and a person's value expresses their perspective, not a measure of human worth. Statements that all insurance, g...

Recorded in 2026. Joe Faraci, Edmundo Treviño and immigration attorney Tomás discuss when to start planning a U.S. move, the difference between owning an investment and working in a business, questions to ask counsel, tax residence and family considerations. The original English conversation and voices are preserved; only the repeated opening teaser and closing graphics have been removed. EDITORIAL CORRECTIONS AND CONTEXT Some statements in this archived conversation are inaccurate or too broad. Read these corrections alongside the recording; the conversation is not a statement of current requirements or individual legal or tax advice. Canadian entry: Canadian citizens tr...

E-1 treaty trader visa, U.S. business and international trade: I explain the option I learned about after getting my E-2 visa. Existing trade can be relevant, but it does not guarantee visa approval or remove U.S. tax obligations. One of my businesses distributed products from a Mexican manufacturer. Looking back at that trade, I discuss why business owners should ask about the E-1 instead of assuming a new investment is the only option. I also share my experience with Social Security, business paperwork and the U.S. financial system. These are personal experiences, not a promise of credit...

Joe Faraci, Edmundo Treviño and immigration attorney Tomás discuss U.S. business expansion and E visas through Canadian and Mexican examples, including nationality, consular processing and the difference between operating a business and visiting the United States. Recorded in 2026; figures, processing times and anecdotes reflect the archived conversation. This audio begins with a clearly identified editorial clarification, read in a separate synthetic voice. The original participants’ conversation is preserved. Editorial clarifications for this archived conversation Canadian visitors: Canadian citizens traveling with a Canadian passport do not need ESTA. Their visitor visa exemption is distinct from the Visa Waiver Prog...

Joe Faraci and the Buying America team discuss E-1 treaty trader and E-2 treaty investor visas with immigration attorney Tomás, using cross-border business examples from Canada and Mexico. Topics include trade in goods and services, renewals, intent to depart, employee roles, and questions to ask when comparing E visas with L-1 and immigrant options. Recorded in 2026; anecdotes, statistics and application practices reflect the original conversation, not current news. Editorial clarification: E-1 requires substantial, continuing qualifying trade principally between the United States and the treaty country; E-2 requires substantial investment in a real operating enterprise that meets the nonmarginality requirement. D...

Joe Faraci and the Buying America team discuss how children learn beliefs about money, creating value by solving problems, and using practical examples to explore assets, liabilities and applying knowledge. The conversation also considers critical thinking, listening without judgment, learning from experience and valuing time. Recorded in 2025; references reflect the original discussion. These are the speakers’ personal perspectives and teaching examples, not formal accounting definitions or guarantees of wealth or business results. General educational discussion, not individualized financial advice. Visit https://buyingamerica.group for more.

Edmundo Treviño, Joe Faraci and the Buying America team discuss investing versus speculation, equity ownership versus lending, and evaluating real estate through entry price and cash flow rather than market hype. They also share their views on saving, inflation, advisor incentives and geographic diversification. Recorded in 2025; market rankings, figures and fund references reflect that time, not current offers or verified outcomes. The speakers’ perspectives are opinions, not guarantees; education and deal analysis do not eliminate investment risk. General information, not individualized investment, tax or legal advice. Visit https://buyingamerica.group for more.

Joe Faraci and Edmundo Treviño discuss what success means beyond money: learning from setbacks, practicing consistent habits, building relationships and remaining open to advice. The conversation explores the work behind visible achievements, the value of mentors when entering a different business environment, and how success can involve helping other people. Recorded in 2025; company and market references reflect the original conversation, not a current market update. These are the speakers’ experiences and opinions, not guarantees of business or investment results. Visit https://buyingamerica.group for more.

Edmundo Treviño and Joe Faraci discuss mobile home parks, affordable housing and the transition from running a business to owning income-producing assets. They reflect on Edmundo’s experience living in a mobile home and Joe’s lessons from his father. Recorded in 2025; market figures, fund references and project statements reflect that time, not current offers or verified outcomes. The speakers’ opinions are not guarantees of returns or protection from economic downturns. General information, not individualized investment, tax or legal advice. Visit https://buyingamerica.group for more.

Customer service, customer experience and B2B sales helped me win business in the United States beyond price. I share why a customer chose my most expensive quote, how I drove 15 hours to deliver urgent parts, and what showing up meant to my customers. I am Edmundo Treviño, a Mexican entrepreneur with 24 years of experience doing business in the U.S. In this organic vlog from Portugal, I share real customer stories: flying to a sales meeting with one day of notice, shipping an opening order to a hotel before the deal was signed, bringing homemade mole to a c...

A business partnership in the United States needs more than equal investment. I share what happened in two 50/50 businesses with the same partner, why our responsibilities became uneven and what I would discuss before becoming partners again. I am Edmundo Treviño. After 24 years building businesses in the U.S., I tell the story of a trade show in Houston and a second product-distribution business. Equal cash contributions did not settle who did the work, who controlled the team or who could make decisions when we disagreed. This is my personal experience, including how cultural knowledge helped us find our f...

Building a distribution business in the United States taught me how much customer loyalty matters. A manufacturer changed our relationship, another distributor started a price war, and the customers we had served kept asking for our products. I am Edmundo Treviño. After 24 years doing business in the U.S., I share the story of a Mexican manufacturer I helped introduce to this market. We started with a small shipment from Laredo and developed products by listening to end users. I explain the operating costs they underestimated, the risks of private-label competition, why I stopped taking cash in my own b...

Starting a business in the USA tested more than my savings. A business mentor, a landlord and suppliers helped me build my company when permits were delayed and money was running out. These are the people I still call my angels. I am Edmundo Treviño. After 24 years building businesses in the United States, I know I did not get here alone. In this episode I share how Emir helped with my first company, how Mr. Robert let us use another workspace rent-free while we waited for construction permits, and how John helped me earn a manufacturer's trust when my b...

Building a business in the USA taught me a painful lesson about business partnerships, debt and cash flow. I gave up 50% of my distribution company when I could no longer pay the manufacturer. Here is what happened next. I’m Edmundo Treviño. After 24 years doing business in the United States, I share the mistakes behind my growth: borrowing for inventory, facing the 2008 crisis and learning to work with partners. This episode explores community investing, shared responsibilities and the value of your own time. 00:00 My experience building businesses in America 01:03 Why I started thinking about community 02:27 Inventory, debt and the fin...

My E2 visa story began with a frightening border inspection. Edmundo Treviño shares how he found a business immigration attorney, documented his investment and kept his U.S. business operating for 24 years. The episode also explores family relocation and why approval is only the beginning. Investment amounts and employee counts describe his historical case, not universal requirements. E-2 is a nonimmigrant category; eligibility and renewals depend on the individual case. Learn more: https://buyingamerica.group.

Recorded in 2025. Joe Faraci speaks with immigration attorney Tomás about E-1 and E-2 visas, documenting the source of investment funds, consular processes, and the distinction between active businesses and passive real estate holdings. They discuss buying an existing business, starting a new operation and explaining a business plan. This archived conversation preserves the speakers’ experiences and opinions at the time. References to investment amounts, approval rates, processing conditions, politics and market opportunities are historical examples, not current requirements, legal advice or guarantees of visa approval or investment results. Requirements and individual circumstances should be reviewed with qualified counsel. Explore the...

Edmundo Treviño shares how visiting a small town that competitors overlooked helped him win his biggest U.S. customer, even at a higher price. Drawing on more than 24 years of business experience, he explores geographic and industry niches, differentiation beyond price, and the challenges of supplying large orders. He also discusses how he applies this approach when evaluating real estate beyond major cities. Property returns mentioned are projections for the case discussed, not guarantees; actual results depend on expenses, vacancy and financing. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/PpMiRI7uFh0 . Learn more: https://buyingamerica.group.

Recorded in 2025. Joe Faraci and Edmundo Treviño discuss why traditional service businesses—plumbing, HVAC, roofing and truck maintenance—deserve attention alongside technology startups. They share personal experiences with business ownership, reinvestment, practical learning and the role of partnerships in building businesses and real estate portfolios. This archived conversation reflects the market, financing and projects discussed at the time; references to investment opportunities, lending and immigration are historical, not current offers or guarantees. Explore more conversations at https://buyingamerica.group/episodes and learn about Buying America at https://buyingamerica.group.

Edmundo Treviño and Joe Faraci discuss questions foreign investors should consider before buying U.S. real estate or businesses. The conversation covers LLCs, ownership structures, tax elections, estate planning and the distinction between building wealth and protecting it. Recorded in 2025; tax examples, market references and opinions reflect that time and should be reviewed with qualified professionals for your circumstances. Visit https://buyingamerica.group for more. General information, not individualized investment, tax or legal advice.

Edmundo Treviño and Joe Faraci discuss mobile home parks, lot rent, affordable housing and the operational work behind this real estate business with their guest. The conversation covers ownership, market consolidation and evaluating cash flow. Recorded in 2025; market references and opinions reflect that time. Visit https://buyingamerica.group for more. General information, not individualized investment, tax or legal advice.

In the first Buying America episode, Edmundo Treviño and Joe Faraci share their experiences as foreign investors and discuss U.S. real estate, currency stability, business opportunities and the importance of choosing a strategy that fits your goals. Recorded in 2025; market references reflect that time. Visit https://buyingamerica.group for more. General information, not individualized investment, tax or legal advice.