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The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex
The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex•August 9, 2025

Puerto Rico to Profit: The Entrepreneurs Teaching Financial Freedom in Spanish

From humble beginnings in Puerto Rico to building multi-million dollar businesses, Oscar Moises (@officialoscarmoises) and Jorge “Joe” Lara (@lajaraofficial) are on a mission to teach the Latin community how to achieve financial freedom through business funding, credit optimization, and Section 8 real estate. 🇵🇷💼🏘️ In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, you’ll hear how these two entrepreneurs: ✅ Leveraged personal credit to launch e-commerce stores. ✅ Built relationships with banks to access high-limit business funding. ✅ Turned one Section 8 rental into a portfolio of 54 cash-flowing properties. ✅ Overcame family doubt, setbacks, and near-bankruptcy moments to scale to 7-figures. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this conversation will show you how mentorship, mindset, and networking can change everything — especially for Spanish-speaking communities looking to break into the U.S. market. 📅 Full episode available now — watch and learn how to turn your story into your success. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024 Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024 YouTube: https://jo.my/ytpaulalex2024 LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com Do you want me to also add Spanish keywords and phrases so this video ranks for Latin America and Puerto Rico audiences? That could help boost reach for their market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Paul Alex
Oscar Moises
Jorge 'Joe' Lajada
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Podcast Summary

In this episode, Paul Alex talks with entrepreneurs Oscar Moises and Jorge "Joe" Lajada about leveraging credit for business growth, especially in Puerto Rico. They dive into strategies like networking with business relationship managers to maximize credit limits and the advantages of managing Section 8 properties for stable income. Their journey emphasizes consistency, action, and investing in knowledge to scale their ventures and expand into the U.S. market.

Speakers

Oscar Moises

A dynamic entrepreneur with an MBA from Davenport University, Oscar specializes in helping business owners secure capital at 0% interest. Leveraging his expertise, he empowers companies to scale efficiently.

Jorge "Joe" Lajada

With a background in the entertainment industry and experience in real estate investing, Jorge is a leader in guiding small businesses to growth through strategic funding and investments in Section 8 housing.

Paul Alex (Host)

From a career in law enforcement to a successful entrepreneurial journey, Paul Alex is the founder of the Level Up podcast, dedicated to motivating and educating future business leaders.

Key Takeaways

Build Strategic Relationships

Engage with business relationship managers at banks to optimize credit limits and secure funding. Establish trust by maintaining good account history and networking with key decision-makers.

Adapt Quickly and Innovate

When traditional credit streams max out, pivot to alternative funding strategies like improving your credit profile and leveraging AI for solutions. Stay adaptable and embrace new opportunities.

Leverage Emerging Technologies

Use AI to streamline content creation and expand reach, particularly in underserved markets. This approach not only saves time but also attracts a tech-savvy audience, creating new growth avenues.

Invest in Continuous Learning

Regularly pay for mentorship and education to break through business plateaus. Access to cutting-edge strategies and high-level networks accelerates growth and scales operations effectively.

Structure Business for Success

Ensure your business has a solid foundation with clearly defined roles and strong operational processes. This structure supports scalability and prevents common pitfalls in growing enterprises.

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