Ground Truth - by RealEstateAPI

Why is housing so expensive? The answer isn't what most people think. In this episode, Brandon breaks down why the housing inventory crisis isn't just about supply and demand—it's about the invisible maze of data, finance, politics, and regulatory friction that slows everything down. He reveals the "Tower of Babel problem" that makes every jurisdiction speak a different language, explains why grea...

What if everything you’ve been told about mortgages, interest rates, and “good financial advice” is backwards? In this episode of Ground Truth , Vincent Harris sits down with Aaron Chapman—25-year mortgage veteran, top 1% loan originator, and one of the most unconventional thinkers in the industry—to dismantle some of the biggest myths in real estate finance. Aaron shares his journey from working...

In this episode of "Ground Truth," host Vince welcomes Bobby Triplett, Senior Vice President of Renovation at Offerpad, to discuss the intricacies of real estate investment and renovation. Bobby shares insights from his journey, transitioning from ministry to leading large-scale renovation projects, and the challenges and strategies involved in managing a vast network of contractors across multipl...

In this episode, Sam Primm shares his journey from starting with a modest goal of owning 10 rental properties to amassing a $50 million real estate portfolio. He discusses the challenges and successes of scaling his business, the importance of leveraging debt, and the innovative systems he has implemented to manage growth. Sam also emphasizes the value of investing in people and fostering a strong...

In this episode, Vincent sits down with David Olds , the founder of EZ REI Closings , the country’s largest transaction coordination firm. David and his team sit behind thousands of deals a year, quietly solving the messy, under-the-hood problems that prevent closings — probate issues, missing death certificates, unknown liens, incomplete titles, and more. But for all their impact, TC teams have b...