Best Howard (Jack) West Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 19: Focus on 'we' not 'I' in Leadership with Melissa Mims 28:47

3h ago28:47

28:47

Welcome back to the Pharmaverse! 💉 In this episode of the Pharmaverse podcast, host Michael Pietrack interviews Melissa Mims, the AVP of US Medical Affairs with Merck Oncology. Melissa shares her journey from drug discovery to field medical affairs and offers insights on leadership and team culture. She emphasizes the importance of building peer-to…

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Episode 18: Challenges Facing the Pharma Universe with Jack West 36:49

4d ago36:49

36:49

In this episode of the Pharmaverse podcast, host Michael Pietrack interviews Jack West, the VP of Clinical Development at Summit Therapeutics. They discuss Jack's transition from being a practicing oncologist to working in the pharmaceutical industry, the importance of collaborations with pharma, and the challenges and rewards of working in a small…

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483: Navigating the Housing Market: Rising Interest Rates, Refinancing, Emerging Markets and Institutional Investors with Robert Helms 25:51

20d ago25:51

25:51

Jason and Robert Helms discuss the recent increase in mortgage refinancing activity and the ongoing housing shortage, its impact on the real estate market, and potential solutions for affordable housing. They also explore emerging real estate opportunities, such as investing in high-demand, low-supply markets and the potential of parking lots as an…

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Episode 17: Disrupting the Drug Pricing Landscape with Mark Cuban 23:21

25d ago23:21

23:21

Welcome back to the Pharmaverse! Today's episode is a special one. Michael Pietrack our host sits down with THE Mark Cuban, world famous entrepreneur, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, a 'shark' on the beloved series Shark Tank, and most excitingly for our viewers, the co-founder of Cost Plus Drug Company. In this episode we discuss the need for trans…

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482: Leadership and Real Estate: Creating a Successful Business and Life with Trey Taylor 23:20

1M ago23:20

23:20

Real estate investor Trey Taylor advocates for single-family homes as a stable, long-term investment. He emphasizes financial prudence, focusing on properties generating rental income that exceeds expenses. While acknowledging economic challenges like rising interest rates, Taylor remains optimistic about the housing market's resilience. His leader…

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Special Edition Episode: Howard Matalon does a deep dive on Non-Competes! 24:49

2M ago24:49

24:49

In this special edition of the Pharmaverse podcast, host Michael Pietrack sits back down with Howard Matalon, an employment attorney and executive coach, about the recent FTC rule that may change the landscape of non-competes. Tune in to hear a deep dive on non-competes! The FTC rule, which goes into effect on September 4, 2024, declares non-compet…

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Episode 15: Leading by Example with Leslie Meltzer 35:19

2M ago35:19

35:19

Welcome back to the Pharmaverse podcast! We are so excited to sit down with Leslie Meltzer, Chief Medical Officer at Orchard Therapeutics, shares her career journey and offers insights for aspiring leaders in the pharmaceutical industry. "My successes are all team successes." She emphasizes the importance of teamwork and acknowledges that her succe…

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481: The Collapse of the Dollar's Empire and @MilkshakesPod with Brent Johnson 25:19

2M ago25:19

25:19

The Dollar Milkshake Theory, proposed by Brent Johnson of Santiago Capital, predicts a surge in the US dollar's value compared to other currencies. This is due to the US's strong financial system, deep markets, and the dominance of the dollar in global transactions, like oil purchases. When a global debt crisis strikes, countries will scramble for …

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480: American Fascism, Corporatism & Elite Oppression- on a Global Scale @IvorCumminsScience @wef 49:01

2M ago49:01

49:01

Jason welcomes Ivor Cummins, author of "Eat Rich, Live Long!", who transitioned from corporate problem-solving to investigating food supply corruption. He shared a conference stage with Jason Hartman, discussing elite class agendas. Cummins, a biochemical engineer, criticized the handling of COVID-19, comparing it to a severe flu. He believes media…

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479: Sound Money Revolution: Protecting Wealth in Unstable Times with Lynette Zang 34:28

3M ago34:28

34:28

Jason welcomes back Lynette Zang from Zang Enterprises, highlighting her expertise in the economy, sound money, and precious metals. They discuss the recent surge in gold prices, attributed to global central banks' increased gold purchases, despite market manipulation efforts to suppress it. Zang explains that rising gold prices indicate failing cu…

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478: Digital Currencies & Gov't Control: Navigating Privacy in a Cashless World & Building Resilient Financial Strategies with Catherine Austin Fitts 49:09

3M ago49:09

49:09

Jason welcomes Catherine Austin Fitts, of the Solari Report back to his show after nearly eight years. Catherine, served as Assistant Secretary of Housing under George H.W. Bush. They discuss the disappearance of trillions of dollars from federal budgets, starting in the mid-90s and escalating over the years. By 2001, $4 trillion was unaccounted fo…

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477: Market Dynamics: Inventory, Interest Rates, and Buyer Behavior with Sean O'Toole of Property Radar 40:50

3M ago40:50

40:50

Jason and Sean O'Toole of PropertyRadar.com discuss the current state of the real estate market, focusing on inventory trends, the impact of high interest rates, and the value of real estate over price. They also explore the potential for price drops, the influence of technological advancements on prices, and the challenges of rising housing costs.…

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476: Navigating the Dollar Hegemony: Understanding Global Finance Today with with Saleha Mohsin 26:50

3M ago26:50

26:50

Jason introduces Sahala Moshsin and her book "Paper Soldiers: How the Weaponization of the Dollar Changed the World Order" and discusses the impact of economic sanctions, particularly those imposed on Russia. They also explore the challenges faced by countries trying to work around the US dollar's global dominance, the mounting debt and its implica…

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Episode 12: The Future of Immunotherapy with Mark Frohlich 18:57

4M ago18:57

18:57

We are thrilled to be joined this week by Mark Frohlich, a Harvard-trained medical oncologist and CEO of Indapta on the Pharmaverse! He discusses his experience in the pharmaceutical industry and the challenges and advancements in immunotherapy. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the immune system and the need for cryopreservation in cel…

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475: Behind the Numbers: Insights from Institutional Players on Real Estate Trends with Lance Lambert Part 2 23:20

4M ago23:20

23:20

Jason and Lance Lambert finish their discussion as they explore the "lock-in effect" caused by historically low mortgage rates. They highlight the significant impact on home sales and turnover rates in the real estate market, with a 57% reduction in home sales due to fixed-rate mortgage holders unwilling to give up their low-interest loans. They al…

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474: Navigating the Tight Resale Market: Lance Lambert's Expert Analysis on Housing Supply Dynamics Part 1 27:16

4M ago27:16

27:16

Lance Lambert, co-founder of Resi Club, discusses the real estate market's nuances with host Jason Hartman. Lambert highlights the tight resale market, down 30-35% from pre-pandemic levels in 2019, noting that despite this, 2019 wasn't a buyer's market. Affordability strains persist, especially in areas like Connecticut, impacted by the "donut effe…

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473: Housing Affordability Crisis and the Impact of the NAR Lawsuit on Real Estate with Rick Sharga 47:10

4M ago47:10

47:10

Jason welcomes real estate analyst Rick Sharga. Rick discusses the housing market and economic trends. Despite concerns of a crash, he suggests a slow period with modest price increases rather than a downturn. He dismisses crash predictions, highlighting historical data showing home prices generally rise during recessions. Sharga addresses factors …

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Episode 10: Pursing Dreams with Michael Cox 30:31

5M ago30:31

30:31

Welcome to episode 10 of the Pharmaverse! We are thrilled to bring you Michael Cox, a leader in the pharmaceutical industry, who shares his journey and insights in this conversation. Learn about his transition from clinical operations to medical communications and the risks he took to pursue his dreams. He also talks about his experience leading te…

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472: Unlocking Opportunity: Investing in the Changing Landscape of Commercial Real Estate with Paul Moore 31:18

5M ago31:18

31:18

Jason and Paul Moore delve into the current state of commercial real estate, focusing on multifamily, office, RV and mobile home markets. They discuss the rise of rescue capital, which assists struggling deals, particularly in multifamily, where many properties are overpriced. They explore how office markets may never fully recover due to remote wo…

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Episode 9: Career Insights From a CEO with Mark Erlander 30:29

5M ago30:29

30:29

Welcome back to the Pharmaverse podcast! We are thrilled to welcome Mark Erlander PHD, CEO of Cardiff Oncology, shares his journey from a PhD in neuroscience to leading an oncology company. He discusses the calculated risks he took throughout his career and the importance of following your passion. Erlander emphasizes the need for leaders to be mot…

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Episode 8: Health Equity and Diversity in Clinical Trials with Camille Pope 33:05

6M ago33:05

33:05

Welcome back to the Pharmaverse podcast with Michael Pietrack! We are joined today by Camille Pope, Chief Medical Lead at Acclinate, discusses the importance of diversity in clinical research and the impact of a health equity lens. She highlights regulatory and legal developments in clinical trial diversity and addresses the factors contributing to…

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Episode 7: Clinical Trials and Drug Development with Ken Getz 30:12

6M ago30:12

30:12

Welcome back to the Pharmaverse!! In this episode, host Michael Pietrack interviews Ken Getz, an expert in drug development and a professor at Tufts School of Medicine. They discuss various topics related to clinical trials and drug development, including managing complexity, reducing costs, the impact of AI, challenges in patient enrollment and re…

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471: From Boom to Bust- Understanding Market Cycles and Investment Opportunities with Mark Moss 35:56

6M ago35:56

35:56

Jason and Mark Moss delve into the media landscape’s sensationalism and fear-mongering, particularly in financial spaces. Moss criticizes analysts like Harry Dent, noting their linear thinking and failure to account for the changing dynamics post-2008 crisis. Moss predicts continued government intervention to prop up markets, leading to prolonged d…

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470: Speed of Trust- Transforming Transactions into Relationships with Stephen M.R. Covey 27:53

6M ago27:53

27:53

Jason welcomes Stephen M.R. Covey as they discuss his book "The Speed of Trust." In business, cultivating trust is key for successful deals and relationships. The principle of "win-win or no deal" emphasizes fair collaboration, where both parties benefit. Trust fosters enduring relationships, enabling faster, more efficient cooperation. Smart trust…

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Episode 6: Leadership Masterclass with Stephen Dodge 33:09

6M ago33:09

33:09

Welcome back to the Pharmaverse! In Episode 6 our host Michael Pietrack sits down with Stephen Dodge, SVP of Global Medical Affairs at Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, about his leadership journey in the pharmaceutical industry. Stephen shares his early career experiences and how he quickly moved up the ranks from an MSL to a regional director. He provide…

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469: Unlocking Financial Success- A Guide to Building Wealth in Uncertain Times with Meet Kevin 21:03

6M ago21:03

21:03

Today Jason welcomes YouTube influencer Kevin Paffrath a.k.a. Meet Kevin. In this interview with Kevin, conducted aboard his private jet, he shares insights on the economy, inflation, and investment strategies. Kevin discusses the aftermath of recent global events like the pandemic and geopolitical tensions, foreseeing prolonged economic effects. H…

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468: Socrates AI Model- Unveiling the May 7th Turning Point: Recession, Civil Unrest & International War Ahead? | Martin Armstrong 26:51

6M ago26:51

26:51

Jason welcomes back guest Martin Armstrong, a renowned economic forecaster. The conversation touches on Armstrong’s background, experiences in the financial industry, and his computer-driven approach to analysis. Armstrong’s economic confidence model predicts a peak on May 7th, signaling a shift towards a recession, civil unrest, and international …

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Episode 5: Bravery in the Face of Risks with Shawn Leland 33:30

7M ago33:30

33:30

🎙️ Thanks for joining our channel, in episode 5 of the Pharmaverse podcast, our host Michael Pietrack interviews Shawn Leland, a successful entrepreneur in the pharmaceutical industry. Leland shares his journey from the Rutgers Industry Fellowship to founding his own biotech company, Elevation Oncology. He discusses the challenges he faced and offe…

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467: Laffer Curve and Reaganomics, A Game-Changer in Global Economics! 18:03

7M ago18:03

18:03

Discover the fascinating history behind the influential Laffer curve with the renowned economist #ArthurLaffer. This curve played a pivotal role in the Reagan revolution, transforming global economics. Dive into the concept that excess taxation can hinder government revenue, unraveling the counterintuitive nature of economics. Join the Empowered In…

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466: Exposing Truth About Gold, Silver and Real Estate- A Historical Race for Wealth 23:46

7M ago23:46

23:46

Jason welcomes Mike Maloney. He talks about his book "The Great Gold and Silver Rush of the 20th Century," and presents a chart showing the price of a can of Campbell's soup under the gold standard from 1895 to 2025. Jason also introduced the Hartman Comparison Index and the concept of pricing items in commodities. Mike and Jason discuss the unreal…

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Episode 4 with Samuel Blackman MD PHD 32:30

7M ago32:30

32:30

In this episode of the Pharmaverse podcast, host Michael Pietrack interviews Samuel Blackman, the co-founder and head of R&D at Day One Biopharmaceuticals. Sam shares his experience trekking to Mount Everest Base Camp and the leadership insights he gained from the journey. The conversation covers topics such as vulnerability, facing fears, asking f…

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465: Retail Renaissance- Return of the Commercial Real Estate Market 26:17

7M ago26:17

26:17

Jason welcomes Joshua Simon, founder of Simon Commercial Real Estate, as they discuss the state of commercial real estate. Josh highlights the strength of retail, especially in open-air strip centers and grocery-anchored spaces. Simon emphasized the retail renaissance, citing low vacancy rates and increased demand. Industrial properties faced chall…

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464: Freddie Mac Economist Reveals Connection with Mortgage Debt & GDP; What Every Homeowner Must Know! 40:54

7M ago40:54

40:54

Jason talks about the importance of understanding the relationship between household real estate value, mortgage debt, and GDP. The presented chart indicates increased equity and decreased mortgage debt as a percentage of GDP, highlighting a more stable housing market. He touches on the benefits of leveraging properties and he analyzes a chart on m…

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Episode 3 with Michael Geffner MD MBA Chief Medical Officer 33:14

8M ago33:14

33:14

🎙️ Welcome to Pharmaverse Podcast Episode 3: Unleashing Leadership Potential with Michael Geffner, MD MBA 🌐 In this thought-provoking episode, our host Michael Pietrack engages in a riveting conversation with the accomplished Michael Geffner, Chief Medical Officer and pharma giant! Get ready to dive into the world of pharmaceutical leadership as Ge…

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463: Predicting the Next Economic Recession & Revolutionizing Banking with Decentralized Finance | Campbell Harvey 29:25

8M ago29:25

29:25

Jason discusses the topic of decentralized finance (defi) and its potential advantages in the cryptocurrency world. He also touches on the issue of the US housing shortage and how it presents opportunities for real estate investors. Additionally, Jason highlights the benefits of joining the “Fire Your Managers” program and announced an upcoming Emp…

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462: Declining Home Sales- What It Means for Investors and Renters with Selma Hepp 26:38

8M ago26:38

26:38

Jason welcomes Selma Hepp, the Chief Economist of Core Logic. They discuss the challenging state of the real estate market and noted that the market was facing issues due to rising mortgage rates, which led to a decline in transactions and mortgage refinances. Additionally, she highlighted that existing homeowners were benefiting from this situatio…

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Episode 2- Robert Azelby 30:47

8M ago30:47

30:47

Episode 2: Navigating Pharma Leadership with Robert Azelby In this episode of The Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Pietrack sits down with Robert Azelby, a distinguished figure with 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. From humble beginnings as a sales rep at Glaxo to ascending to the helm of two biopharma companies, Azelby share…

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461: The Dark Side of Private Equity; How It’s Reshaping Real Estate & Impacting YOU with Gretchen Morgenson 32:23

8M ago32:23

32:23

Jason welcomes Gretchen Morgenson as they discuss how private equity’s surge into single-family homes is reshaping urban landscapes and pricing out regular investors and first-time home buyers. They highlight concerns about these firms prioritizing profit over property maintenance, creating a semi-monopoly in the market. The impact stems from massi…

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460: Global Economy, Demographic Trends and the Resilience of the US Rental Housing Market 32:07

8M ago32:07

32:07

Jason discusses the state of the economy, focusing on the role of the Federal Reserve and potential supply chain issues. He also shared his opinion on the strength of the US dollar and Argentina’s decision to adopt it. Towards the end, Jason addressed the issue of inflation and its steady fall since June of the previous year. He also discussed chan…

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Episode 1 with Jodie Gillon CEO of BioCT 24:00

9M ago24:00

24:00

Welcome to our inaugural episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast hosted by Michael Pietrack! Today we chat with the dynamic Jodie Gillon, President, and CEO of BioCT. Get ready to dive deep into the world of life sciences and leadership as we unravel BioCT's mission and focus, exploring the captivating journey that led Jodie through Pfizer, Novartis, As…

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459: Insider Perspectives- Alex J. Pollock Unveils the Intricacies of Housing Markets, Predictions, and Central Bank Policies 30:48

8M ago30:48

30:48

Jason talks about the resilient real estate market as the cost of money decreases and housing affordability improves. With mortgage rates dropping and the promise of increased affordability by the Fed, he anticipates significant price increases in the low-inventory market. Highlighting the 700,000-home deficit compared to normal inventory, Jason em…

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458: 2024 Housing Market Forecast: Why Home Prices Are Set to Soar Despite Challenges 32:55

9M ago32:55

32:55

Today Jason talks about “shadow demand” in the housing market. He emphasizes the impact of demographics, particularly the 25 to 34 age group, where about 16% are still living at home, representing untapped demand. With 11 million potential homebuyers in this category, Jason explores the dynamics of supply and demand, debunking predictions of a loom…

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457: Unveiling the Macro Trends Shaping the Housing Market 34:50

9M ago34:50

34:50

Jason discusses the impact of mortgage status on the US housing market and wealth distribution, highlighting the growing wealth gap and the formation of two socioeconomic classes due to approximately 40% of US homeowners not having a mortgage. He also touched on the performance of cyclical markets, particularly in luxury markets in Miami, New York,…

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456: The Coming Perfect Housing Storm, The Dark Side of Airbnb and Short-Term Rentals with Melody Wright 45:51

10M ago45:51

45:51

Jason interviewed Melody Wright, a housing analyst and strategist, about the housing market. Melody shared her experience in the mortgage industry and her transition into real estate technology. They discussed her pessimistic outlook on the housing market due to issues like inventory shortage, short-term rental properties, and ‘shadow leverage’. Me…

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455: Geopolitical Instability and Real Estate: How America Stands Out with Joe Brown 44:50

11M ago44:50

44:50

Jason welcomes back to the show Joseph Brown of Heresy financial as they discuss the global conflicts, the emotional detachment of Americans from these events, and the potential dangers of policymakers’ decisions. They highlighted the role of profit in perpetuating war and concluded with a cautionary note about the potential for ongoing conflict if…

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454: Residential & Commercial Real Estate Market Transactional Values, Trends and Challenges with Mike Zlotnik 34:36

12M ago34:36

34:36

In this episode, Jason interviews Mike Zlotnik from the Tempo Family of Funds https://tempofunding.com/ to gain insights into the current state of the real estate market. Mike discusses the impact of high-interest rates on commercial and residential properties, particularly in the retail and office space sectors. He mentions that transaction volume…

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453: Creating Wealth In Times of Financial Crises with Kerry Lutz 37:35

1y ago37:35

37:35

Jason Welcomes Kerry Lutz of https://www.financialsurvivalnetwork.com/ They briefly talk about Jason's 4 year legal battle to clear his name, big tech censorships, the changing landscape of CBDCs and crypto. They continue talking about the current state of the economy and the financial crisis of 2008, the recent banking debacle and how one can take…

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452: Apartment Rents Slow Down, Single Family Rent Index, End the FED, Shadow Banking, Central Banking 101, Joseph Wang, The Fed Guy Part 2 33:24

1y ago33:24

33:24

Today Jason's finishes his interview with the FED GUY, Joseph Wang as he gives you a peek into some of the inner workings of the Federal Reserve. You can also purchase his book Central Banking 101 HERE. Please note that the views in this book do not necessarily reflect those of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York or the Federal Reserve System. And…

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451: The Federal Reserve, Biggest Investor, Hyperinflation, The Fed Guy, Joseph Wang Part 1 34:45

1y ago34:45

34:45

Today, Jason touches briefly on the housing inventory market. In this day and age, the government essentially have made building entry-level homes illegal, given the rules and regulations coupled with supply chain and labor issues! Watch more content from Jason on his YouTube Channel today! Central banking is magic. With a few words, the Fed can li…

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450: Hybrid Self-Management, Housing Affordability Crisis, Real Home Price Index, Creating Wealth Virtual Event 34:25

1y ago34:25

34:25

In this episode, Jason discusses the concept of hybrid self-management for rental properties. He shares his recent experiences with property management issues and emphasizes the benefits of taking control of property management. He highlights the time and cost savings of self-management, improved tenant screening, and reduced repair bill markups. H…

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