US housing starts plunge by most since 16

Residential housing starts fell 12.3%, multifamily fell 19.8%, and permits (a proxy for future builds) fell 2.2%.  Furthermore a recent builder survey found that sales were “sluggish” in June (Marketwatch).  What does all this mean for real estate values?  Is the...
Ready to go upside down? 4 vs 3; impact on real estate

Ready to go upside down? 4 vs 3; impact on real estate

The economy is in for a bit of a ride!  The federal reserve in their last meeting changed their tone signaling two more rate increases this year as opposed to one bringing the total rate increase to four.  Why is this change in tone important?  What does this have to...
40% of adults can’t come up with $400, real estate impact?

40% of adults can’t come up with $400, real estate impact?

  The Federal reserve in their recent Report on Economic Well being made two very concerning discoveries: 1) 40% of all adults if faced with an unexpected expense of $400 would not be able to cover it 2) 25% of all adults are not able to pay all of their current...
Why children should guide your real estate decisions

Why children should guide your real estate decisions

    In real estate should you be following your children?  The chart above shows the net gain in births by state and provides a profound picture of the future of real estate.  What is the importance of the chart and why is it so important for long term real...
Are you following the Mushroom theory for real estate?

Are you following the Mushroom theory for real estate?

  I know this sounds pretty crazy that a mushroom should be your guide to real estate investing.  First, put the magic mushroom down!  I’m not talking about actually consuming a mushroom.   Do you know the mushroom theory? I think most people would agree, the...