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Sensational headlines scream that tariffs and buyer fatigue are crushing new‑home construction, but the data tell a more nuanced story. In this episode, we'll dissect the latest MarketWatch report, unpacks regional construction trends, and walk you through the Atlanta Fed's Home Ownership Affordability Monitor (HOAM) to show why inventory shifts, interest rates, and affordability, not celebrity gossip, should guide your real‑estate strategy. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE Why scary housing headlines often ignore key data points and how to spot the omissions How March housing‑start numbers can dip while building permits rise—and what that signals for investors The real impact of interest‑rate swings on buyer sentiment and affordability Los Angeles vs. Kansas City: Regional affordability gaps and how they drive builder activity Practical tactics for staying opportunistic when rates, tariffs, or media noise create market paralysis RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Home Ownership Affordability Monitor MarketWatch CONNECT WITH US: If you need help with anything in real estate, please email invest@rpcinvest.com Reach Ron: RP Capital Leave podcast reviews and topic suggestions: iTunes Subscribe and get additional info: Get Real Estate Success Facebook Group: Cash Flow Property Facebook Community Instagram: @ronphillips_ YouTube: RpCapital Get the latest trends and insights: RP Capital Newsletter
New Time! On today's show, 1:06pm CT, 2:06pm ET: It's The Economy S____d: Dow falls more than 600 points, tumbling below 30,000 to the lowest level in more than a year - Housing starts collapse in May as inflation and soaring interest rates hit hard - we'll analyze. Red Wave?: Republican Mayra Flores flips Texas region that Democrats have controlled for 150 years - Elon Musk reveals the first Republican he ever voted for - why are Hispanic voters drifting away from the Dems? - we'll examine. Plus, in the second hour, Guy K. Mitchell, Jr. joins us to discuss his take on global warming. https://www.spreaker.com/show/christian-talk-that-rocks https://christiantalkthatrocks.net or http://christiantalkthatrocks.com
We can't predict everything, but there are indicators that can help us get prepared. Today, we discuss 5 macroeconomic metrics to improve your understanding of the economy, avoid panicking and help find some opportunities. Here's how to use the inflation rate, the interest rates, the unemployment rate, the consumer sentiment, and the housing starts to your advantage! For the complete show notes, make sure to check out our website: thedividendguyblog.com/56 Twitter: @TheDividendGuy FB: http://bit.ly/2Z7Q5gF YouTube: http://bit.ly/2Zs6r1r
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending February 20th, 2021… how rents are doing in smaller markets, whether Opportunity Zones are turning profits, and an easy place to find flood risk data for individual properties. www.NewsForInvestors.com
The housing market over $5M in Los Angeles is thriving and active! There's been 26% more single family sales units in 2020 compared to 2019. With interest rates hovering at records low around 3% and prime inventory remaining well below historical averages we expect 2021 to be another strong year in the Los Angeles luxury housing market. Here's a quick snap shot of the luxury sales over $5M in 2020 vs 2019: -Sales over $5M are up 26% -Sales over $10M are up27% -Sales over $20M are up 37% -Sales over $30M are down -20% (17 in 2020 / 21 in 2019) -Sales over $40M are down -30% (7 in 2020/ 10 in 2019) Danny Brown LA The Deal Pod Danny Brown LA IG The Deal Pod IG
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending December 19th, 2020... single-family rent growth picks up, remote work migration could surge, a creative new venue for indoor restaurant dining, and reports on the job market, residential construction, and another new low for mortgage rates. www.NewsForInvestors.com
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending September 19th, 2020... the Federal Reserve offers an improved 2020 forecast for U.S. economic growth, empty nesters are getting their adult kids back, and the Detroit rental market has gotten “wacky.” We begin with economic news from this past week, and an update on economic policy from the Federal Reserve. The Fed said in a statement it expects to keep short-term bank rates near zero until the end of 2023, and that inflation would have to rise above 2% for “some time” before rates are increased. www.NewsForInvestors.com
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending August 22nd, 2020... home sales are soaring, rent collection is near normal, and Airbnb bans party homes. We begin with economic news from this past week, and lawmakers that are still battling it out over a new stimulus package. An agreement could be reached soon that includes another $1,200 stimulus check, but the two sides are still about $1 trillion apart on the total amount of a deal. Still being debated are the unemployment bonus, the extension of eviction moratoriums, and new funding for schools and local governments. The Republicans are calling their proposal the Heals Act while the Democrats are calling theirs the Heroes Act. www.NewsForInvestors.com
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending June 20th, 2020… competition heats up among home buyers, mortgage rates hit a new low, and what tenants are doing to manage their finances. We begin with economic news from this past week, and testimony from Fed Chief Jerome Powell on the state of the economy. He told members of Congress that some economic data points to a “modest rebound” right now, but he also warned of significant uncertainty about how the recovery may take place. The nation is still at the mercy of COVID-19 as cases rise in some states and new safety measures are put in place. Several states and cities have ordered that masks are worn in public, including California. www.NewsForInvestors.com
In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending May 23rd, 2020... we have a new start to the economy, builder confidence, and markets where home prices are rising. We begin with economic news from this past week, and the beginnings of an economic reopening for all 50 states. Although reopening guidelines are different from state to state, many are lifting restrictions on recreational activities for Memorial Day weekend, with the appropriate social safety measures. There’s been a decreasing number of COVID-19 cases and deaths across the nation and in Europe. Africa and other parts of the Americas are still seeing an increase. So the world is not out of the woods yet. But the holiday weekend may mark a turning point for the U.S. www.NewsForInvestors.com
In this week's Real Estate News in Brief… a decision on interest rates, the best tech cities, and a growing retirement savings gap. We begin with economic news from this past week, and a Federal Reserve decision to leave short-term interest rates unchanged. It said in a statement that the economy continues to expand at a “moderate” pace and the labor market “remains strong.” There are signs the economy is faltering however, including lower inflation rates. But, Fed Chief Jerome Powell doesn’t feel that monetary policy should be based on any one “data point” so he’s content to monitor the situation. The Federal Reserve Board is divided on the need for a rate cut. According to MarketWatch, nine Fed officials don’t see a rate cut this year. Eight others see one or two. www.NewsForInvestors.com
In this week's Real Estate News in Brief... we have a recession forecast, the average tax refund, and a really good reason to exercise! We begin with economic news from this past week, and a report that shows a rebound in economic growth. The Conference Board says the leading economic index was up .4% in March. That’s after a less-than-spectacular .1% increase in February, and a flat reading in January. MarketWatch economists say the growth spurt is due to the strong job market and high stock prices. www.NewsForInvestors.com
"Rob Black & Your Money" - Radio Show December 16 - KDOW 1220 AM (7a-9a) Rob Black talks about the stock market, housing starts, the Amazon Uber trucks, You Tube Music, Talking Heads, & chats with the SJ Barracuda announcer Nick Nollenberger.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Rob Black & Your Money" - Radio Show December 16 - KDOW 1220 AM (7a-9a) Rob Black talks about the stock market, housing starts, the Amazon Uber trucks, You Tube Music, Talking Heads, & chats with the SJ Barracuda announcer Nick Nollenberger.
"Rob Black & Your Money" - Radio Show October 19 - KDOW 1220 AM (7a-9a) Rob Black talks about the stock market health, China's economy, housing starts, the economy post-election, new M&M's flavor, & more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Rob Black & Your Money" - Radio Show October 19 - KDOW 1220 AM (7a-9a) Rob Black talks about the stock market health, China's economy, housing starts, the economy post-election, new M&M's flavor, & more.