J Scott: We Have 1-2 Months Before the Economy Begins to Break
Dave:Are we screwed? I know it’s just a blunt question, but it’s worth asking, right? Is the economic picture in the US worse than the media is letting on? My guest on the show today, real estate investor, analyst and friend of the show, J Scott, thinks so. He thinks there is trouble lurking in […]
The “Engine” of the U.S. Economy is Starting to Crack
Dave:The engine that drives the US economy, the American consumer, is in trouble. New headlines are coming out daily showing the strain on the average American citizen, but it’s not just headlines. It’s not just fear-mongering. The strain Americans feel is real. It’s starting to show in the data and it’s even starting to change […]
Top Car Brands You Can Trust in 2026
Most Reliable Car Brands for 2026 What are the most reliable car brands as we head into 2026? Today’s graphic from the Visual Capitalist ranks the most reliable new & used car brands using data from the venerable Consumer Reports. Be sure to check out their entire list. As always, stay safe and have a […]
Top Cyberthreats in the Business World – Real Estate Investing Today
Cybersecurity is a major concern for businesses of all sizes, including real estate investors. Here are some of the most common cyberthreats that can impact your business: 1. Phishing attacks: Phishing attacks involve scammers sending emails or messages that appear to be from a legitimate source in order to trick recipients into providing sensitive information […]
The K-Shaped Economy: Understanding the Middle Class Squeeze
Title: The “K-Shaped” Economy: Why the Middle Class Is Getting Crushed In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, economists and analysts have introduced new terminology to describe the landscape of economic recovery. One of the most talked-about phenomena is the “K-shaped” recovery, a term that vividly encapsulates the divergent paths of different segments within the […]
US Economy Teeters as Stagflation Threat Looms
Title: US Economy Teeters as Stagflation Threat Looms In recent months, economists and analysts have raised the alarm over the possibility of stagflation becoming a reality in the United States, reviving memories of the economic malaise that plagued the nation in the 1970s. With a mix of sluggish economic growth, high inflation, and rising unemployment, […]
Zumper Releases May 2025 National Rent Report
The May 2025 edition of Zumper’s National Rent Report shows the latest trends in rental prices across the country. The report indicates a slight increase in rental prices compared to the previous month, with the national median rent for a one-bedroom apartment now standing at $1,500 and the median rent for a two-bedroom apartment at […]
Construction spending in the United States experienced a slight decrease.
U.S. Construction Spending Report The U.S. government is reporting that total construction spending in April, 2025 was at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2,152.4 billion, down 0.4% from March’s revised number. In addition, April’s estimate is .5% lower than one year ago. Residential construction came in at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $892.8 […]
The population of the United States experiences growth in all regions.
Recent Growth Trends in U.S. Cities Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau says cities of all sizes grew on average from 2023 to 2024 with Southern & Western cities experiencing accelerated growth. Across the country, cities with populations fewer than 5k grew by 0.3% on average, compared with average growth rates of 1% for […]
Investor demand for condos hits a decade low
Investor Purchases of Condos Decline, Redfin Reports A recent report from Redin reveals that investor purchases of condos have dropped by 3% year over year, marking the lowest level in a decade. This decline is primarily attributed to investors pulling back from the Florida market. The slowing condo market has raised concerns among buyers about […]