The drama never stops for 90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After? stars Elizabeth and Andrei Castravet, whose latest financial misstep has left their dreams crumbling. The couple, known for their rollercoaster journey on TLC, is reeling after Andrei lost a staggering $75,000 in a failed real estate investment in his home country of Moldova. As the fallout unfolds on-screen, The U.S. Sun has uncovered the couple’s rocky history with business ventures in America, painting a picture of ambition marred by setbacks.
In a gripping sneak peek for an upcoming episode, Elizabeth, 34, is seen packing her bags in a fury, ready to leave Moldova with their two children, Eleanor and Winston, after learning Andrei, 39, squandered $75,000 as a silent partner in a construction project. The betrayal cuts deep, with Elizabeth declaring, “The bad investment is one thing, but to cover his tracks and lie? That’s another level of betrayal. That’s not the man I married.” Her trust shattered, she sees no reason to stay in Moldova, where the couple had been exploring a potential move.
The details of the failed deal are murky. Fellow 90 Day Fiance star Alexei Brovarnik revealed to co-stars Jovi Dufren and Yara Zaya that Andrei admitted the loss, explaining the construction company he invested in has vanished, leaving the project—and their money—in limbo. “The company that’s supposed to build the building is unreachable,” Alexei shared, highlighting the sketchy nature of the deal. This financial disaster has not only strained the couple’s marriage but also cast doubt on their plans to relocate to Moldova.
While the Moldova investment bust grabs headlines, The U.S. Sun’s exclusive findings reveal that Elizabeth and Andrei’s business struggles are nothing new. The couple, who both work in real estate, have faced repeated setbacks in their entrepreneurial endeavors. In October 2018, they launched Castravet Properties, LLC, in Florida, only to see it dissolve less than a year later in September 2019 due to failure to file an annual report. Undeterred, they started Castravet INC in January 2020, which remains active, and recently launched MaiuMiau LLC in January 2024, also listed as active.
Despite their persistence, success has been elusive. Andrei earned his real estate license in 2020 and briefly worked for Keller Williams Realty Tampa Central, but online real estate profiles show no active record of his sales, suggesting limited success in the field. Property records further indicate that neither of their LLCs has been used to purchase properties, despite the couple’s on-screen discussions about flipping houses. Their business ventures appear to be more aspiration than reality, with little to show for their efforts.
The idea of relocating to Moldova has been a central storyline this season, with Elizabeth and Andrei weighing the possibility of starting fresh in Andrei’s homeland. Elizabeth revealed they would continue flipping houses if they moved, banking on the lower cost of real estate in Moldova to fuel their ambitions. However, their co-stars are skeptical. Yara Zaya bluntly questioned, “Why the f**k would you move to Moldova?” while Loren Brovarnik expressed concern about the country’s corruption and instability, asking, “Doesn’t it worry you?”
Elizabeth admitted to having reservations, noting Moldova’s challenges but feeling a sense of obligation to Andrei, who left his home country for her. “I just feel like I kind of owe it to him,” she confessed during a tense conversation with Yara and Loren. Yet, her enthusiasm seems tempered by reality. “I love it when I go there, but I’m in vacation mode,” she admitted, unsure if she could handle daily life in Moldova. Loren, unconvinced, warned that the move might not bring out “the best version” of Elizabeth, sparking friction that led Elizabeth to vow to set boundaries with her friend.
Despite their talk of moving, The U.S. Sun confirms that Elizabeth and Andrei remain rooted in Florida. In November 2021, they purchased land in Zephyrhills, Florida, for $397,900 and built a stunning 3,670-square-foot, two-story home in 2022. The four-bedroom, four-bathroom house, constructed at a cost of $367,006, serves as their family home with no plans to sell. This stability contrasts sharply with their business and investment woes, raising questions about whether Moldova is a genuine plan or simply a storyline for the show.
The $75,000 loss has pushed Elizabeth and Andrei’s relationship to the breaking point. Elizabeth’s decision to cut their Moldova trip short underscores the depth of her anger and disappointment. “There is absolutely no reason for us to stay here,” she declared, signaling a turning point in their journey. As they navigate the fallout, both on-screen and off, fans are left wondering if the couple can rebuild trust and salvage their ambitions—or if this latest setback will be the final blow to their dreams.