Ken McElroy Show

Ken McElroy covers his journey of a real estate entrepreneur who scaled his business from a modest two-bedroom property to a $2 billion enterprise. Ken outlines the challenges and strategies involved in acquiring 10,000 units, his plan to expand to 22,000 units, and the critical role of hiring and maintaining a strong company culture in achieving sustainable growth. • • •   Visit Ken's Bookstore:...

Ken McElroy and Danille McElroy discuss the dramatic shift in the American housing market between 2019 and 2024, highlighting the significant increase in home prices and interest rates that have effectively doubled the cost of homeownership. The slow growth in wages have put further pressure on the problem. The implications of these changes for first-time homebuyers, the middle class, and the broa...

Ken and Danille McElroy discuss how the rental market in 2024 is swinging in favor of tenants, marking a significant shift from previous years. With an influx of new rental properties, changing homeowner dynamics, and the conversion of Airbnb units to long-term rentals, this live stream breaks down the reasons behind this trend and what it means for the future of renting. • • • Visit Ken's Booksto...

In a world of statistics and reports, it's easy to get lost in numbers that barely scratch the surface of reality. I will discuss the truths that matter – the ones that are unfolding right in front of us. I can look at government data as much as I want, but what matters is what I see in front of me. We will be going over: Car Repos: With a staggering 20.4% increase nationwide, we only see the tip...

Join Ken and Danille McElroy as they discuss the pressing issue of housing migrants amidst a global shortage of accommodations, focusing on major cities like New York, Chicago, and Boston. They also will discuss some of the more controversial or innovative measures being taken, such as transforming townhomes in the UK and incentivizing private citizens to shelter migrants, while also touching upon...

In this special episode, Ken is interviewed on the "Multifamily Forward" podcast with hosts John Carlson, President of Mark-Taylor, and Adam Greco, Director of Portfolio Development at Mark-Taylor. Ken discusses the challenges of the multifamily real estate market amidst economic disruptions of higher interest rates and restrictive financing opportunities. He shares valuable insights on capitalizi...

Japan, the UK, Germany are in a recession, China is slowing down drastically, and that is just the first month of 2024. Join Ken and Danille as they talk about the contrasts in global economic stability, highlighting the U.S. economy's consistent performance versus the rest of the world. They will also discuss the economic downturns in nations like China, Germany, and Japan and what it means for y...

Join Ken and Danille as they talk about the intensifying concerns about the health of smaller banks. They will highlight the precarious situation of regional banks heavily invested in commercial real estate loans, which are becoming increasingly risky due to high-interest rates and a surge in delinquencies. They will also touch upon the potential impact of these challenges on the broader economy a...

Ken McElroy shares his journey from modest beginnings in property management to owning a multi-billion dollar portfolio. He offers insights into the importance of understanding operations, the power of foresight in property investment, and the necessity of slow, methodical growth. He highlights the crucial role of raising capital, learning from mistakes, and the significance of building a scalable...

Join Ken and Danille as they talk about why in 2024, the US saw a 136% increase in layoffs with widespread job cuts across major companies like Salesforce, Microsoft, and Amazon, despite the economy growing and inflation cooling. This surge in layoffs is due to companies over-hiring in the past and now needing to be leaner and more efficient, demanding higher productivity per employee. As part of...

Join Ken and Danille as they talk about what is driving where people are moving in the US. • • • Visit Ken's Bookstore: https://kenmcelroy.com/books • • • ABOUT KEN: Ken is the author of the bestselling books The ABC’s of Real Estate Investing, The Advanced Guide to Real Estate Investing, and The ABC’s of Property Management. With over two decades of experience in real estate investing, Ken McElro...

Marc Moss takes the opportunity to interview Ken in this podcast. Marc focuses on the Airbnb meltdown, the 2008 financial crisis, and strategies for building a multi-billion dollar real estate portfolio. Ken discusses his experiences, the importance of cash flow, market dynamics, and the future of commercial real estate, offering insights from his real estate career. • • • Visit Ken's Bookstore: h...

Join Ken and Danille as they talk about how to buy your first rental in 2024. Sign up for Danille's webinar on January 24th: https://kenmcelroy.com/webinars J Join KenPro and watch Ken's Happy Hour Webinar on January 29th. Visit https://kenmcelroy.com/join-now to learn more! • • • Visit Ken's Bookstore: https://kenmcelroy.com/books • • • ABOUT KEN: Ken is the author of the bestselling books The AB...

Ken McElroy offers an in-depth analysis of the 2024 real estate market, focusing on key factors like interest rates, inflation, housing shortages, and policy changes. Ken provides a comprehensive overview of the economic landscape and its impact on various real estate sectors, offering valuable insights for investors and industry professionals. • • • For more information about The Collective Inner...

Join Ken and Danille as they talk about the impact that Amazon could have on the housing market. • • • Visit Ken's Bookstore: https://kenmcelroy.com/books • • • ABOUT KEN: Ken is the author of the bestselling books The ABC’s of Real Estate Investing, The Advanced Guide to Real Estate Investing, and The ABC’s of Property Management. With over two decades of experience in real estate investing, Ken...

Ken McElroy explores the key drivers and trends shaping the 2024 real estate market. He discusses various factors such as interest rates, construction costs, and demographic shifts, highlighting the top ten markets for potential investment and discussing the impact of current economic conditions on the real estate landscape. • • • Visit Ken's Bookstore: https://kenmcelroy.com/books • • • ABOUT KEN...

Join Ken and Danille as they explore the influence of Wall Street firms on the housing market. They will focus on a recent legislative proposal to curtail these firms' investments in single-family homes. The live stream will delve into the potential repercussions of this proposed legislation on the housing market dynamics. Sign up for Danille's webinar on January 24th: https://kenmcelroy.com/webin...

Download the Fed history document referenced in the video at this link: https://kenmcelroy.com/fedhistory Ken & Danille McElroy talk with Robert Kiyosaki about the economic outlook for 2024, highlighting the potential impacts of artificial intelligence on job security and the risks associated with traditional financial systems like bonds and stocks. Kiyosaki emphasizes the importance of altern...

Join Ken & Danille as we delve into the art of goal setting for 2024. Discover the key differences between goals and resolutions, learn how to create SMART goals, and gain insights on making them achievable and relevant. This video is your guide to transforming aspirations into attainable targets for personal, health, relationship, and business success in the New Year. • • • Visit Ken's Bookst...

In this video, Keith Weinhold shares his knowledge of real estate investing, focusing on four critical factors that can make or break your investment journey for 2024. He discusses the importance of choosing the right market and the surprising truth about the recent housing supply crash versus the price crash. • • • Visit Ken's Bookstore: https://kenmcelroy.com/books • • • ABOUT KEN: Ken is the au...

Happy Holidays! Don't miss the 12 days of Christmas Holiday Sale! https://kenmcelroy.com/christmas23 In this video, Ken and Danille McElroy wish everyone a Happy Holidays and wish you the gift of education in the New Year! With that in mind, we are replaying one of our best educational videos on how Ken underwrites his deals. Enjoy! • • • Visit Ken's Bookstore: https://kenmcelroy.com/books • • • A...

Ken McElroy and George Gammon delve into the real estate market and its susceptibility to broader financial trends. They discuss the crucial importance of understanding macroeconomic indicators like the yield curve, the potential impact of a recession on housing markets, and the often-overlooked aspects of real estate investment, such as rising costs and price-to-income effects. To learn more abou...

Join Ken & Danille as they discuss why renting is currently cheaper than owning. They will discuss the following factors impacting the housing market: a lack of available houses keeping sale prices high, increasing supply of apartments stabilizing rent prices, historically high mortgage interest rates leading to expensive monthly payments, affordability challenges for first-time buyers with hi...

Ken & Danille McElroy talk with Chris Martenson and dive into the complexities of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and its implications for the real estate sector. They explore how CPI, often perceived as a national inflation rate, fails to reflect the varied inflation experiences across different regions and its political influences. The conversation also covers strategies for individuals to ad...

Join Ken & Danille live as they discuss the current trends in the rental market across the United States. We'll explore how rents are generally stabilizing or slightly declining due to a surge in rental supply, especially in the Midwest and Northeast, while growth remains flat in the West and South. Additionally, they'll cover the increasing demand for rentals due to the unaffordability of hom...