Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast

One of the most accurate predictors of a recession is the yield curve, which is why so many people keep an eye on it. However, there is much more to unpack than simply watching the spread between the 10 and the 2. Our guest for today is Ali Wolf who is the Director of Economic Research for Meyers Research. As head of the Economics Department, Ali manages and analyzes the content for the firm, prov...

Not having the ability to predict the future makes it extremely challenging when it comes to investing because you never know what the next black swan event will be. Since there are so many potential challenges in the economy that could cause a recession, accurate predictions can be almost impossible. Due to the division of labor, most people are only focused on one sector of the economy and may b...

Private equity groups and accredited investors have been looking everywhere for returns, even outside of their typical comfort zone. Many groups are seeking less competitive asset classes that can cause huge success, even if they are not well versed in the particular sector. Back in 2013, our guest saw some extremely bullish trends taking place in the industrial sector which led to his belief that...

We all know that when interest rates go up, borrowing money becomes more expensive. This also has a profound effect on properties, because the more expensive borrowing becomes, the less debt the property can substantiate, in turn decreasing the property value. As those property values decline, cap rates will continue to climb, meaning that as interest rates rise, cap rates increase as well. What d...

Entrepreneurs are known for their hustle and commitment to "the grind". Due to the tremendous amount of work on their plate, they tend to work all the time and never really stop. Many people exchanged working 40 hours a week at a reliable job to working 70 hours per week on their own business. Not only are the prolonged hours an issue, but the stresses of owning a business can take a toll on many...

When it comes to passive investing the most popular avenue for investors is single-family houses. The amount of data that is publically available is so vast it makes the markets much easier to track, properties easier to comp, and the purchase prices are lowering, meaning you can control an entire property without emptying out your E-trade Account. While home ownership is trending down, there has...

Many people have been wondering what is going on with the San Francisco real estate market, and there's a good chance you are too. San Francisco prices have peaked, and normally the more significant the parabolic shift to the upside, the more catastrophic the downside is. Many data points are suggesting that the San Francisco market is slowing, but what does that mean? Our guest for today is Rober...

It's no surprise that technological advances have changed our world and the way we live. Although, over the last 20 years technology has disrupted a great deal of business and even entire sectors of the economy, including real estate. Due to these changes, we now have the MLS which is a website that hosts all of the current real estate listings from all over the United States and makes them viewab...

While coming into 2019, take a look at all the previous inventions and technology that has made present life as it is. Could you recall who invented most of these modern features? You probably couldn't, due to the overwhelming amount of inventors that have contributed beneficial innovations throughout the centuries. One of these inventions you may use through your employer is the 401(k) plan. The...

Many people are willing to make claims about the financial markets, but if they actually manage a fund, you can see that some of the claims they make don't actually line up with their behavior in terms of the investments that they are making. This is not the case with our guest for today. Back in 2007, he went on CNBC at the peak of the US housing bubble and spoke about how he was selling his New...

There are several data points that make up the GDP and from this data, we can imply a significant amount about our economic outlook. If you keep up with economic blogs or follow the market, you are aware that for the first time in 10 years things are starting to shift. We are seeing GDP growth numbers coming down on a quarterly basis, late in the cycle. We are going to discuss what those shifts lo...

As 2018 comes to a close and we embark on 2019, I believe it is important to not only go over the highlights of this past year but also provide my outlook for 2019. Starting out, I want to give a big thank you to all of you. We have been able to purchase about $45mm of CRE in 2018, and a vast majority of that equity was invested by the listeners of the program. This has allowed us to bring on some...

If you've been paying attention to the real estate sector as a whole, you're most likely aware that Austin, Texas has been one of the hottest, if not the hottest, market in the United States for the last 10 years or so. They have had never before seen price increases, as well as tens of thousands of apartment units coming online simultaneously, and that doesn't look like it will be slowing down an...

The complexity involving investments becomes greater with each active investment an individual has. This is primarily due to tax laws and the need to file tax returns for each investment.  A new strategy is beginning to emerge that can dramatically reduce the difficulty of filling tax returns on your investments. This concept is known as a Series LLC and it will allow you to take all of your inves...

Years ago, many companies were offering real estate coaching for exorbitant amounts that many people couldn't afford, or did not desire to pay. Some of these coaching programs hit $100,000, and others surpassed this appalling amount. Many individuals who took these coaching sessions got swindled due to the fact that a lot of the coaches had less functional real estate experience than the people th...

Some of the best strides individuals have made in their career happen during a "sink or swim" period when they are forced to take urgent actions while in a particular situation. The steps that are taken during these periods tend to create significant results. When it comes to investing, this same "sink or swim" mentality can open up many doors that you may have not thought possible. Our guest for...

Everybody has an inner voice that either consciously, or subconsciously, affects our judgment and decision making. When it comes to investors, this internal voice can become very deep seeded in our thought processes and can become hard to identify, leading to poor decision making. This phenomenon is called cognitive bias and it affects each person to some degree. Learning how to avoid cognitive bi...

Nobody can predict the future with 100% accuracy even though many may try. Since the future of the economy and housing market are not set in stone, a multitude of investors can find themselves feeling apprehensive. Changes in the economy can lead to substantial gains or devastating losses that can have a drastic impact on investors. While no one can see the future, learning about trends and speaki...

Taxes are one thing that nobody can avoid, although many people do not fully understand the tax laws in place. Recently, there have been some important updates to the tax laws due to the 2018 Trump Tax Bill. As an investor, it is crucial to understand these laws in order to reap the maximum benefits. As your investment situation becomes more complicated, it may be beneficial for you to invest in a...

Investing can be worrisome, exciting, and gratifying simultaneously, yet the fear of failure may restrain numerous individuals. With each investment comes risk, even more so if you don't have adequate resources or a secure network. Even if these challenges are present, it does not ultimately mean failure in the investment world. Our guest for today is a leading exemplar in how to overcome obstacle...

Behind every conversation that has occurred and that will in the future is one underlying theme, relationships. Besides having an amiable disposition, being at the right place at the right time can also lead to many relationships. Although, when neglected, your connections with others can begin to falter and eventually vanish. Taking specific actions on a regular basis can help these connections t...

For most people, their least favorite part of the investment process is reading the legal documents. There are a couple of provisions in the legal documents where there can be a significant variance between what is typically done, what is investor-favorable and what is inappropriate. Individuals tend to have different perspectives as to what should be focused on in these legal documents as well as...

Every state has different laws that determine what you can and cannot do. When it comes to asset protection, knowing the differences can cause you to keep your fortune or completely lose it. Even though there are many states to choose from, many deals use Delaware LLCs due to their proficiency in asset protection. Even though it is not commonly thought of, Wyoming is our guest's state preference f...

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Mistakes happen, especially when you are just beginning in the investment world. The key to success is learning from them and adapting your strategies to maximize profit. Investment errors do not mean failure and do not signify defeat. Our guest is a very active real estate investor and syndicator, despite making virtually every investment mistake. Our guest for today is Buck Joffrey who is a surg...