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The "Influencer" Guru is far worse than even a "guru" with a questionable persona.
Do you find more "influencers" in REI now than experienced or dedicated real estate investors? Shilling crypto one minute, then only fans and then real estate.
You Tube and other platforms have made it possible for a lot of these types to enter the space They shill crypto, supplements, only fans and now real estate. Questionable strategies. Promoters recruit them.
Are they becoming dangerous? Yes IMO. I believe we have a crisis brewing.
When they are promoting lending in 3rd, 4th and even 5th position people will lose opportunity and money in new ways. Madoff is spinning in his grave wishing he thought all of this up.
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