CW 849 - Upscale Foreclosures, Opportunity Cost vs Urgency, Market Timing

In this solo episode, Jason recaps the extraordinary Venture Alliance Mastermind in Chicago this past weekend and he continues to advocate for the buy and hold, long-term investment strategy of income property. It is truly the most historically-proven asset class in the world. Jason also shares pertinent real estate articles demonstrating the absolute folly of the over-priced, luxury home market and an article about the hourly wage your renters must make to afford a two bedroom home in various states in the US.  

Key Takeaways:

[01:12] Venture Alliance Mastermind wrap-up.

[04:03] $51M  Foreclosure Signals Bad News for Luxury Market.

[09:16] The opportunity cost of letting your money sleep.

[18:51] Linear, cash-flow market real estate investors should avoid trying to time the market.

[21:43] The concept of sunk cost bias influences us to stay in a bad deal.

[27:39] Refi-till-you-die leverages your property so you can take advantage of inflation induced debt destruction.

[29:59] Pet rent should be charged to tenants with pets.

[35:16] Make ready costs can be reduced long-term by using quality paints and surfaces.

[36:12] What hourly wage do you need to make to rent a two bedroom home in states around the US?

Mentioned in This Episode:

Jason Hartman

Venture Alliance Mastermind

$51M Foreclosure Signals Bad News in Luxury Market by Gina Carey

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