Best Monetarypolicy Podcasts (2024)

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

14d 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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Ep47: BlackRock's James Keenan on Navigating the Private Markets Landscape 28:43

21d ago28:43

28:43

In this episode of FI15, Joe is joined by Blackrock’s Global Head of Private Debt James Keenan and Ruth Yang, Global Head of Thought Leadership at S&P Global Ratings. Topics included the rise in popularity of private markets, how both Blackrock and S&P Global Ratings approach the space, Jim’s unpopular investment opinion and people inside and outsi…

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

28d 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

1M 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

2M 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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472: Unlocking Opportunity: Investing in the Changing Landscape of Commercial Real Estate with Paul Moore 31:18

2M 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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Ep46: Ryan Serhant on Real Estate, AI and Building A Personal Brand 45:47

2M ago45:47

45:47

In this episode of FI15, Joe is joined by Real Estate mogul Ryan Serhant, Founder of SERHANT. and Gregg Lemos-Stein, Chief Analytical Officer – Corporates at S&P Global Ratings. The guests discuss the global real estate market, with Ryan sharing his expertise on leveraging social media and AI to drive success in the industry, and Gregg provides his…

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A Discussion of the Changing US Labor Force 18:22

3M ago18:22

18:22

Recession, demographic shifts, a global financial crisis, and a pandemic are some factors that have contributed in recent years to significant changes to the US labor force. The Atlanta Fed's Nye Hodge joins the Economy Matters podcast to discuss some of these changes and how to interpret them.By Atlanta Fed

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

3M 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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Ep45: State Street Global Advisors CIO Lori Heinel on Global Investment Trends and Future Risks 27:03

3M ago27:03

27:03

In this FI15 podcast episode hear Lori Heinel, Global CIO at State Street Global Advisors, and Yann Le Pallec, Global Head of Rating Services at S&P Global Ratings, discuss key global economic trends and investment strategies with host Joe Cass. Topics include client engagement, investment opportunities, ESG considerations, public speaking tips, pe…

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

3M 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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"How Do We Prepare for the Future?": A Conversation about Financial Literacy and Economic Education 19:09

3M ago19:09

19:09

April is Financial Literacy Month, so in this episode of the Economy Matters podcast, Jackie Morgan of the Atlanta Fed's economic education team sits down to discuss efforts to further financial literacy throughout the region.By Atlanta Fed

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

3M 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

4M 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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467: Laffer Curve and Reaganomics, A Game-Changer in Global Economics! 18:03

4M 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

4M 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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"It's Important to Understand How These Communities Are Faring": Discussing Rental Instability in the Southeast 33:13

4M ago33:13

33:13

Rental instability afflicts a large number of people--not just in the Southeast, but nationally. The Atlanta Fed's Sarah Stein, an adviser in the Community and Economic Development group, joins the podcast to discuss her recent research into the problem and possible remedies.By Atlanta Fed

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Ep44: Wei Li on Blackrock's 2024 Outlook, AI Revolution and Global Trends 32:27

4M ago32:27

32:27

Embrace the future of finance and dive into an insightful discussion with Wei Li, Global Chief Investment Strategist at Blackrock, and Martina Cheung, President at S&P Global Ratings. Together, they dissect the 2024 market landscape, offering expert perspectives on emerging trends, AI integration, and leadership insights.…

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

4M 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

5M 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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463: Predicting the Next Economic Recession & Revolutionizing Banking with Decentralized Finance | Campbell Harvey 29:25

5M 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

5M 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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461: The Dark Side of Private Equity; How It’s Reshaping Real Estate & Impacting YOU with Gretchen Morgenson 32:23

5M 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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Ep43: Robert F. Smith on How to Build A Culture of Success 37:11

6M ago37:11

37:11

Robert F. Smith, Chairman and Founder of Vista Equity Partners, joined Doug Peterson, CEO at S&P Global and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on how to build a culture of success in business, the evolution of GenAI, the growth of private markets and the guests experience of growing up in New Mexico and Colorado…

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

5M 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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459: Insider Perspectives- Alex J. Pollock Unveils the Intricacies of Housing Markets, Predictions, and Central Bank Policies 30:48

6M 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

6M 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

6M 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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"We Take a Very Purposeful Approach": A Talk about Gathering Economic Intelligence 1:00:04

6M ago1:00:04

1:00:04

How is economic intelligence gathered, and how does it factor into monetary policymaking? This episode of the Economy Matters podcast features two Atlanta Fed regional executives who discuss the process.By Atlanta Fed

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Ep42: Andrew Howard on Sustainable Finance, Green Bonds and Career Paths 31:44

7M ago31:44

31:44

Andrew Howard, Global Head of Sustainable Investment at Schroders and Christa Clapp, Managing Director at S&P Global Rating join host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on sustainable finance, the climate financing gap, Christa’s experience building Shades of Green and the future of green bonds. Sign-up here to be no…

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

7M 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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"Where We Are in Housing Is Pretty Extraordinary": Discussing Residential Real Estate 24:41

8M ago24:41

24:41

The Southeast's housing market remains robust, even as interest rates and a tight market hamper affordability. This episode of the Economy Matters podcast features a conversation with an Atlanta Fed housing expert on factors at work in the market.By Atlanta Fed

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

8M 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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Ep41: Larry Summers on Inflation, Surviving Cancer & The Social Network 37:19

9M ago37:19

37:19

Ex-U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers and S&P Global Ratings' Global Chief Economist Paul Gruenwald join host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion spans the rise and fall of inflation, working with U.S. Presidents, how to create an economic narrative and Larry’s experience being diagnosed with and surviving cancer.…

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

9M 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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"The Fed Is Committed to Encouraging an Economy that Works for All": A Conversation about Payments 33:55

9M ago33:55

33:55

What's in your wallet? This episode of the Economy Matters podcast explores recent changes in the US payments ecosystem, which has expanded considerably with the introduction of new technologies and services.By Atlanta Fed

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Ep40: Rohit Sipahimalani on Private Credit, Generative AI and The Rise of India 30:50

9M ago30:50

30:50

Rohit Sipahimalani, CIO at Temasek and Martina Cheung, President of S&P Global Ratings join host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. The discussion centred around disruptive investment areas, macro outlooks, private credit, the impact of Generative AI and the rise of India.By S&P Global Ratings

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Filling In the (Pot)holes: A Discussion of Electric Vehicles and Gas Tax Collection 25:51

9M ago25:51

25:51

The tax on gasoline has long been a reliable source of revenue for maintaining roads, but will the growing popularity of electric vehicles disrupt this formula? This episode of the Economy Matters podcast discusses Atlanta Fed research into the question.By Atlanta Fed

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

10M 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

10M 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

11M 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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"The Winners Turn Out to Be Young, Working-Age Households": A Discussion of Demographic Shifts 20:21

11M ago20:21

20:21

Economic changes inevitably follow demographic changes. In this episode of the Economy Matters podcast, Atlanta Fed economist Toni Braun talks about his research into the aging of the US economy and what it might mean for the macroeconomy, including the inflation rate.By Atlanta Fed

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

11M 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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Ep39: Dan Yergin on Energy Security, Being An Entrepreneur, Advising U.S Presidents & His New Book 31:48

12M ago31:48

31:48

Daniel Yergin, Vice Chairman at S&P Global, Pulitzer-Prize winning author and founder of CERA, joins host Joe Cass on this special 1-on-1 episode of Fixed Income in 15. Topics included Dan’s newest book ‘The New Map’, challenges of the energy transition, founding Cambridge Energy Research Associates in 1983 and his experiences advising multiple U.S…

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449: The Gloom and Doom Report of Today’s Real Estate and Financial Market, Securing Your Assets in a Tough Market with Marc Faber 32:26

12M ago32:26

32:26

The legendary Dr. Marc Faber is with us on the show today again, to talk to us about gloom and doom, and a little bit of boom – the gloom and doom report. We are going to uncover more of the numbers for you today and we’re taking it back to as far as 1977 to give us a better understanding of the current market and what makes it different from the p…

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"It Can't Take the Place of Having a Conversation": A Discussion about Gathering Economic Intelligence 30:58

1y ago30:58

30:58

The Atlanta Fed constantly seeks information about the regional economy. In this episode of the Economy Matters podcast, Shari Bower of the Miami Branch and Anoop Mishra of the Birmingham Branch discuss their efforts and what they mean for policymaking.By Atlanta Fed

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448: Housing Bubble Myth, Shadow Demand, Lower Existing Home Sales, Increased Mortgage Rates, Outlook for 2023 with Rick Sharga 1:01:29

1y ago1:01:29

1:01:29

Today, Jason is joined by Rick Sharga of ATTOM Data Solutions, licensor of the nation’s most comprehensive foreclosure data and parent company to RealtyTrac (www.realtytrac.com), a foreclosure listings and search portal. Is there a looming housing crisis? Not according to the data! Listen in and get the facts minus the misinformation and hype from …

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Ep38: Mary Pryshlak on Generative AI in Credit Research, & How To Manage 130 Investment Professional 42:48

1y ago42:48

42:48

Mary Pryshlak, Head of Investment Research at Wellington Management, joined Alexandra Dimitrijevic, Global Head of Research & Development at S&P Global Ratings and host Joe Cass on this episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focused on the potential role of Generative AI in credit research, leadership experiences from Alexandra and Mary and book…

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447: Demography Affects Real Estate, Income Property – Low Tech Asset Class, Supply Chain & Massive Worldwide Inflation, Neal Bawa 50:19

1y ago50:19

50:19

Today Jason welcomes the ‘mad scientist of multifamily’ Neal Bawa of Grocapitus investments. They talk about how demography affects real estate, where the housing market is and where it might be headed and the factors affecting your investments. Neal is a technologist who is universally known in the real estate circles as the Mad Scientist of Multi…

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446: Unmasking the World’s Mysterious Bank: Tower of Basel Uncovered! 41:46

1y ago41:46

41:46

Greetings still from Ecuador, which is on an elevation of 12,000 feet! Today Jason talks about another bank run and how this puts massive inflationary pressure on the entire economic system. He also talks about how new home sales proves Wall Street was wrong- saying low housing inventory is “fake news” and even how the MLS’ Active listings since 19…

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