Bill Rapp
Will the US Economy See a Repeat of Stagflation?
This blog post explores the growing concerns among some analysts that the US economy is headed for stagflation, a scenario characterized by high inflation and stagnant economic growth.
Fears of a Shift: Strategist...
Sanjeev Advani
Major Dining Chains Push Forward with Expansion Despite Economic Challenges
Despite a challenging economic environment marked by inflation and slowing consumer spending, major dining chains like Taco Bell, Outback Steakhouse, and Applebee’s are pushing ahead with expansion plans.
Yum Brands—...
Eric Tullius
Pros and Cons of Low Interest Rates
Lower interest rates can have a significant impact on various sectors of the economy. On the positive side, lower interest rates can lead to increased borrowing and spending, which can stimulate economic growth. Consu...
Damon Aniton
VA Loan Refinancing
What loan limit is it time to consider refinancing out of a VA loan?By the end of the year I would be at the 1 year mark on my first multifamily purchase and am in the planning process for my next purchase. I do know...
Account Closed
The Financial Accounting Standards Board Ready to Change Rules
Time to keep a look out and be mindful of the following article written by the ICSC (International Council of Shopping Centers)
ICSC is trying to ensure that accounting rules governing the way retailers report their...
Lee Common
Market Vertigo-Long article great read!
Market Vertigo
by Cliff Draughn
"We give you a Republic; now see if you can keep it." -- Ben Franklin
As I have remarked in prior calendar-turning newsletters, it is this time of the year when most people pause ...
Christine Smith
First Out of State Investment - All Cash Purchase in the Midwest - Good Strategy?
Hi all!
My husband and I are looking to buy our first ever real estate investment out of state (we live and rent in NYC. we do not want to buy here due to high cost of properties and high tax rates). I'm looking for ...
AJ Wong
Ten Real Estate and Economic impacts of the LA Wildfires
One week into 2025 and the US housing market is facing considerable new challenges. It goes without saying that the recent and ongoing disasters in California are some of the most devastating and destructive in recent...
Ahmed Alswaiti
Operation Lone Star: Texas at the Forefront of Security and Real Estate Dynamics
In recent developments, Texas has garnered national attention with Operation Lone Star, a $10 billion border security operation. This initiative, focusing on illegal border crossings and trafficking, involves a signif...
Pratap Koppula
New Legislation: Rental Property Relief Fund
If the legislation gets through, no debt will be accumulated for the tenants for next one year and the rent will be paid by Dept of Housing and Urban Development.
The key point to note here is the recent proposals f...