Jason does a commentary on a video by Kevin O'Leary, who warns of a catastrophic housing crisis driven by a severe supply shortage rather than bad loans. The discussion highlights how median home prices have become disconnected from household incomes, largely due to fluctuating interest rates and the rise of institutional investors buying single-family homes. While the situation creates significant barriers for first-time buyers, the speaker argues that it simultaneously presents a massive opportunity for direct income property investors. Using the Hartman Risk Evaluator, the Jason explains that high construction costs make entry-level housing difficult to build, suggesting that the inventory squeeze is unlikely to resolve soon. Ultimately, Jason frames this economic shift as a transition toward a renter society, where those who own physical assets can build wealth through inflation-induced debt destruction.

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0:00 The most historically-proven asset class in the world and the era of easy money supply

3:06 America has a SERIOUS real estate problem with Kevin O'Leary Warns

15:18 The Lock-in effect

22:36 Buy a house and leave it empty

25:49 The market should decide

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Jason and Michael Zuber explore the "refi till you die" real estate investment strategy, which focuses on accumulating wealth through long-term asset ownership rather than selling properties for profit. This approach mimics the financial tactics of the ultra-wealthy by utilizing tax-free borrowed money from refinanced equity to fund one's lifestyle. By leveraging residential real estate, investors can benefit from inflation-induced debt destruction while tenants effectively pay down the mortgages over time. The strategy emphasizes that debt is a powerful tool for wealth extraction because loans are not subject to income or capital gains taxes. Additionally, the discussion highlights the long-term benefits of a stepped-up basis, which allows heirs to inherit property with significantly reduced tax liabilities. Ultimately, they argue that consistent leverage and asset retention provide a superior path to financial independence compared to traditional stock market exits.

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0:00 Brilliant analysis by Rich Liebman

4:32 Refi Till Ya Die

18:01 I.D.E.A.L.

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 613 published last Dec 29, 2015.

Jason ushers us into this episode by taking us through Julie Malinowski's article "6 Trends Among Landlords and Tips to Outperform the Norm". He also reminds us there are a few tickets left to the upcoming Meet the Masters event and about the upcoming Venture Alliance Mastermind in Dubai.

In today's guest interview, Alvin E. Roth has written a book about markets. If you are wondering what type of market, as Mr. Roth tells us himself, it's not important what type of market. It's the market itself. He guides us through the interview discussing chapters of his book, "Who Gets What and Why" with real life examples of the organ donation market, the online matchmaking market and even shares his thoughts on how realtors have survived in our internet-based, do it yourself economy.

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In this 10th episode, Jason discusses the significant impact of fraud on the U.S. financial system and expressed concerns about the slow pace of prosecutions, while highlighting positive developments in real estate investment. He introduced a pro forma analysis strategy for property investments and explained new metrics and tools being developed to assess market conditions and inflationary pressures. Jason also covered the implications of the Genius Act on cryptocurrency and the US dollar, promoting upcoming masterclasses and other membership benefits for investors.

Jason then interviews Andrew Reichardt, author of "Priorities on Purpose," who shares his personal journey from a challenging background to becoming a successful author and real estate investor. Andrew discusses his book's main principle of focusing on "who" before "why" to help individuals discover their unique strengths and passions, which has led to top employee engagement in his company. The conversation explores Andrew's work on the "Rhino Operating System" and his views on legacy, real estate, and the importance of aligning personal and professional roles with purpose, while also touching on strategies for balancing work and family life.

Key Takeaways:

0:00 If I were the devil

4:10 The United States of Fraud

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8:02 The best disinfectant

9:31 Market updates PropertyTracker.com

12:48 A proxy for the US Dollar

Andrew Reichardt interview

14:52 Priorities on Purpose

16:42 Adversity

19:01 Convergence- Know the WHO before the WHY

23:40 Executing rhythmically- how and when

27:09 Why real estate

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Jason and Michael Zuber explore how artificial intelligence and humanoid robotics are poised to trigger a massive era of global prosperity. They discuss predictions from tech leaders that automation will soon collapse the cost of services, potentially replacing universal basic income with "universal high income" as living standards rise. While they acknowledge significant job displacement, they argue that human nature will always innovate new desires and industries, such as the growing alternative collectible market. They emphasize that as technology creates more disposable income, the demand for physical real estate and rare assets will likely intensify. Ultimately, they view this transition as a final opportunity to build generational wealth before the fundamental nature of money and labor is permanently altered.

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0:00 8 Billion humanoids

12:20 Work still has meaning. What are humans doing?

19:12 Income property is the BETTER vehicle to store wealth

23:00 What will the average consumer do

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 569, published last September 16, 2015.

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Jason provides an update on the real estate market, emphasizing that property investment remains the primary vehicle for building long-term wealth. He discusses how shifting government policies and potential changes to the Federal Reserve could lead to lower interest rates and increased housing affordability. He highlights specific high-growth markets in the Midwest and Sunbelt while addressing the impact of institutional investors on supply. Jason also introduces technological tools and advisory services designed to help individuals navigate these economic trends. Ultimately, Jason serves as a guide for investors to capitalize on a changing financial landscape and achieve independence through real estate.

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Key Takeaways:

0:00 Ai overview: What makes 90% of millionaires

3:12 Trump, the FED and upward pressure on real estate prices

7:54 Core tension in Trump's housing agenda

9:32 Top 25 Metros by Investor Volume

11:30 Housing news that matters

16:57 Cotality: small versus mega investors

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This week, Jason and Michael Zuber evaluate President Trump's recent executive actions and their potential consequences for the national housing market and broader economy. They highlights efforts to ban institutional investors from buying single-family homes, a move seen as politically popular but unlikely to trigger a significant price collapse. They also examine the implications of capping credit card interest rates at 10%, debating whether this will help struggling families or inadvertently cause a sharp contraction in available credit. They consider how government-backed mortgage securities and lower interest rates could stimulate housing turnover and GDP growth. Additionally, they cover the subpoena of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell and the possibility of future federal incentives for first-time homebuyers and entry-level builders. Ultimately, they suggest that while some measures may face legal or economic hurdles, they signal a shift toward economic nationalism and prioritized affordability.

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Key Takeaways:

0:00 Trump's Venezuela Strategy

2:47 Cotality data: small versus mega investors

7:28 Equity cushions

8:44 Mortgage rates drop and the effects it brings to the economy

14:35 The worse kind of debt

20:37 Jerome Powell subpoenaed

29:30 Program for the first-time home buyer and builders

36:00 Learning the Proforma https://propertytracker.com/

39:30 What's coming in 2026

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