Epic Real Estate Investing

In this episode of the Epic Real Estate Investing show, we delve into recent trends and headlines impacting the real estate market. Mortgage rates have dropped, but the timing and implications might suggest strategic maneuvers by the Fed amidst political tensions. Zillow's unexpected bearish forecast predicts a 1.7% drop in home prices, which raises questions among investors. Foreclosure rates have ticked up, but the context shows it's not another 2008 crisis. Meanwhile, global economic strategies between the US and China could affect material costs and supply chains. A $45 million palace in Hawaii highlights that there is still substantial money in the system, and investors should focus on finding where it went. The episode encourages viewers to take proactive steps and stay informed despite market uncertainties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The episode discusses three commonly accepted real estate investment rules that no longer apply effectively in today's market. The 1% Rule, once a useful screening tool, fails to consider rising costs like taxes, insurance, and HOA fees. Location's importance is overemphasized compared to the critical role of property management. The traditional buy-and-hold strategy is questioned due to market volatility and changing personal circumstances. Matt explains why these rules are outdated and offers a modern approach for savvy investors to stay ahead. Additional resources and opportunities for tailored advice are mentioned. Here's the free information mentioned in the episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cDeSFadMA7q-qn1dPH7iAlJ5oLMiLwiU_-0Cm_1i5Ts/edit?tab=t.0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode explores the chaotic transformation of a two-mile stretch of Roosevelt Avenue in Queens into a hotspot of crime and prostitution, managed by the ruthless 18th Street gang. Residents, overwhelmed by the spike in crime, resort to pleading for federal intervention. The local government’s temporary crackdown results in a 37% crime drop, but the relief is short-lived. Community activists and local politicians, like Congresswoman AOC, clash over potential solutions, leading to heightened tensions and violent confrontations. Amidst this turmoil, real estate investors eye opportunities, anticipating the potential for future profits once order is restored. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode delves into the profound and largely unnoticed economic shifts that have devastated America's middle class over the past few decades. Matt explains how stagnant wages, skyrocketing living costs, and policies have created a downward spiral, trapping the middle class in a cycle of work, debt, and decline. He explores the factors contributing to this crisis, including the U.S. education system, job market, and debt structures. The episode also critiques recent trade policies and their potential impacts, advocating for asset ownership and financial strategies to regain control in a rigged economic system. Join us for an unflinching look at the harsh realities facing the middle class and strategies to navigate these turbulent times. Get your copy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qphrbEFWF8iolcTwluOpKeOuyWc5rWy1/view Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode uncovers how BlackRock, the world's most powerful asset manager, is strategically planning to take over the U.S. housing market by 2025. Our host delves into their tactics, including purchasing entire neighborhoods and jacking up rents, leaving average homebuyers and renters at a disadvantage. Matt also highlights their extensive influence on financial systems and markets, warns about the potential risks of their dominance, and suggests ways individual investors can navigate this landscape to build wealth. The episode also hints at broader implications for global real estate markets and potential policy responses. Want to beat BlackRock at their own game? This breaks down exactly how to do it. Read this → https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cDeSFadMA7q-qn1dPH7iAlJ5oLMiLwiU_-0Cm_1i5Ts/edit?tab=t.0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode discusses Zillow's upcoming policy change starting in May 2025, where publicly marketed home listings that are not listed on a Multiple Listing Service (MLS) will be banned from Zillow. Matt explores the implications of this rule, contrasting it with the National Association of Realtors' recent update allowing public marketing without immediate MLS syndication. Our host argues that Zillow's policy is not merely about fairness or transparency but centralizes power and limits home sellers' control. The episode also emphasizes the importance of mastering off-market strategies to navigate and succeed in a market increasingly dominated by platforms like Zillow. If you'd like to join us in Vegas, you'll find this helpful: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cDeSFadMA7q-qn1dPH7iAlJ5oLMiLwiU_-0Cm_1i5Ts/edit?tab=t.0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode reveals how the education system is designed to keep you financially illiterate and tied to a system that benefits the wealthy. Matt exposes the collusion between schools and banks, and explains the three types of income defined by the IRS—earned, portfolio, and passive income. The episode highlights the ultimate financial strategy: investing in income-producing real estate, which provides steady, reliable, and tax-advantaged income. Matt shares actionable steps for rethinking your income and starting a real estate investment journey, ending with an exclusive offer to join a real estate workshop in Las Vegas. If you'd like to join us in Vegas, you'll find this helpful: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cDeSFadMA7q-qn1dPH7iAlJ5oLMiLwiU_-0Cm_1i5Ts/edit?tab=t.0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode reveals six major economic trends that Wall Street is keeping under wraps, which have the potential to create everyday multimillionaires. The trends include breakthroughs in AI, quantum computing, shifts in demographics, a healthcare revolution, the transformation of the middle class, and evolution in housing. The script emphasizes the importance of investing in the infrastructure behind these technologies, rather than the flashy applications themselves, to maximize gains. It also touches on global trade realignment and reassures the audience with specific stocks and sectors poised for growth. The insights are based on a private conversation with a low-profile billionaire investor. If you'd like to join us in Vegas, you'll find this helpful: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cDeSFadMA7q-qn1dPH7iAlJ5oLMiLwiU_-0Cm_1i5Ts/edit?tab=t.0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode dives into the current tumultuous real estate market, debunking the fear-driven narratives surrounding 0% mortgages, rising inventory, and falling prices. It explains that while these indicators resemble those of the 2008 housing crash, the situation today is different. Builders and lenders are offering zero-down mortgage programs to make homeownership more accessible, and inventory is rising from record lows, with most new listings being new homes. The episode highlights the strategic shifts made by builders, such as renting unsold homes, and discusses the long-term factors contributing to the housing market, including a significant shortfall in housing availability for millennials. The overall message encourages viewers to cut through the panic, understand the market dynamics, and use strategic planning to capitalize on emerging opportunities. The free information mentioned in the episode: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WCsH9-05vQzgZf9MAGBpUahyTqBcu9VgVqQ8pcACMT8/edit?tab=t.0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump's recent tariffs have triggered a global trade war, with stock markets plunging and investors fearing a recession. This episode goes beyond the stock market to explore how these tariffs will affect the housing market, potentially impacting your home, investments, and financial future. Matt argues that while tariffs raise material costs, they don't necessarily increase home prices directly. Instead, tariffs may slow down new construction, tightening housing supply and pushing prices up due to high demand. The episode offers actionable advice for navigating this market uncertainty, emphasizing the importance of staying educated, liquid, and creative in financing. Despite the chaos, Matt believes this could be an opportune time for smart investors to capitalize on the evolving market dynamics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices