Best TFE Podcasts (2026)

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Happy New Year - 2025 quick review and what I'm watching for 2026 15:33

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With this episode I set the tone for 2026. What to watch whether you are a beginner or an advanced investor. In the new year I will be circling back to basics to start then work my way through more sophisticated strategies. If you have any questions, please reach out. Thanks for listeningBy ecoxn

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Scaling Hospitality Through Automation with Alexander Limpert (RentalReady / GuestReady) 38:39

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In this week’s Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski speak with Alexander Limpert, the founder behind RentalReady and GuestReady, to unpack how automation, data, and AI are transforming operational efficiency in short-term rentals. 💡 Highlights include: 🤖 How RentalReady became the first PMS to integrate OpenAI, now powerin…

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Things Happening this week. 1:36

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This week has alot of data being released. Most Importantly Nvidia's earnings.By ecoxn

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Rethinking UK Housing with Jason Hardman (CBRE) 37:19

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In this week’s Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Jason Hardman, Head of UK Living at CBRE, to explore how policy, planning, and private capital are reshaping the UK’s housing future. 💡 Highlights include: 🏡 Why housing models must evolve to reflect modern lifestyles and longer life spans 🏘️ How institution…

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What I'm watching now 1:32

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Just a few stocks that are on my radar and why. Please do your homework but I believe you will find value with these names. Elliott Touchstonefinancialeducation.comBy ecoxn

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The Future of Casual Living with Asli Kutlucan (TFE Hotels) 50:05

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In this week’s Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and co-host Kristian Lupinski sit down with Asli Kutlucan, CEO Europe at TFE Hotels, to explore how the company is bridging the gap between hotels and homes with its fast-growing Adina and MM:MT (Moment) brands. In this episode, Asli shares: 🏨 Why casual living is the next evolution of modern …

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40. Brittany Force - NHRA Top Fuel Drag Racer 1:37:30

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Send us a text It happened! We officially have somebody from my Wishlist of guests on the podcast today. And, that person is none other then multi-time NHRA Top Fuel World Champion, Brittany Force. I am still baffled that this all happened, but so appreciative that it did. Brittany is a rad human and I hope everyone that listens takes something awa…

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Community, Affordability & Long-Term Value with Stephanie Smith (Muse) 40:10

2M ago40:10

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In this week’s Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Stephanie Smith, Head of Residential at Muse, to unpack how thoughtful design, data, and collaboration are shaping the next era of residential living in the UK. 💡 Highlights include: 🏡 Why responsive service and maintenance matter more than flashy amenities …

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Gold! 6:12

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On this podcast I discuss Gold as an investment class. Industrial metal vs. Hedge. How to play gold till the end of the year as it as reached all time highs and returned 55% this year.By ecoxn

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Gold! 6:16

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I discuss Gold as an asset class. What is it? Why is it up 55% Year-to-Date. How to take advantage of gold in the 4th qtr.By ecoxn

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Global Student Housing Trends with Joe Persechino (Yugo) 49:38

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In this week’s Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Joe Persechino, COO of Yugo, to unpack the global growth trajectory of student accommodation and the strategies needed to meet demand. 💡 Highlights from the conversation: 🌍 Why student numbers are rising from 240M to 400M by 2050 📊 Why markets like the UK ar…

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Driving Building Performance with Jonathan Burridge (Utopi) 51:14

3M ago51:14

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In this week’s Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Jonathan Burridge, Founder & CEO of Utopi, to explore how his company is helping operators cut costs, reduce carbon, and improve resident engagement through data-driven technology. 💡 Highlights include: ⚡ How Utopi uncovered 1,400% energy consumption varianc…

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The Future of Smart Stays with Dr. Josef Vollmayr (Limehome) 47:13

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In this week’s Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Josef Vollmayr, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Limehome, to explore how the company is reshaping hospitality across Europe with efficiency, design, and digital-first operations. 💡 Highlights include: 🌍 Why most travelers now value clean, functional stays …

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From Leases to Loyalty: Reimagining Rentals with Kevin Murphy (Renew) 39:53

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In this episode of Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Kevin Murphy, Co-founder & COO of Renew, to explore how multifamily operators can turn one of their biggest weaknesses—renewals—into a relationship-driven advantage. 💡 Highlights include: 🏘️ Why renewals should start on day one, not 60 days before expiry…

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Everything Is Hospitality – A Vision for Vertical Living with Philip Grace (Bob W) 52:07

5M ago52:07

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In this week’s Pillow Talk Sessions, we go behind the brand with Philip Grace, CDO at Bob W, to unpack the company’s vision of hospitality-first, asset-light, and tech-forward living across Europe. 💡 Inside the episode: 🏘️ Bob W’s vertical villages that combine apartments, workspaces, restaurants, and rooftop pools 🤝 How strategic partnerships beat…

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TFE Free Investment Research 1:31

5M ago1:31

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A quick note on free resources for choosing your investments. Elliott www.TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just eduction.By ecoxn

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Designing the Future of Urban Living with Nuno Jorge Trigo (FEEL GROUP) 43:05

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This week on Pillow Talk Sessions, hosts Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Nuno Jorge Trigo, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of FEEL GROUP, to discuss how the company is reshaping hospitality through its vertical building model. 💡 Key insights include: 🏙️ How combining co-working, serviced apartments, and events is changing the way we live…

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39. Dyan Wineland - Director of Photography 2:42:54

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Send us a text Originally from Denver, CO, Dylan Wineland is an award-winning cinematographer now residing in Salt Lake City, Utah. In today's episode, we dive into Dylan's journey and unexpected path to becoming a commercial DP (Director of Photography), all of which came to be thanks to dirt bikes. Dylan grew up riding and racing dirt bikes again…

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A Vision for Flexible Living with Ed Ellerington (Packaged Living) 45:48

6M ago45:48

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This week on Pillow Talk Sessions, hosts Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski welcome Ed Ellerington, Founder & CEO of Packaged Living, to explore what it really means to bring a customer-first, tech-smart, and vertically integrated mindset to rental housing. 💡 In this episode: 🏘️ Why the UK needs garden living and better single-family rental o…

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New companies added to the S&P 500 1:29

6M ago1:29

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In this episode I discuss the upward movement of a stock when it gets added to an index - like the S&P 500. www.TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.By ecoxn

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Reimagining the Student Experience with Suraiya Comunello (Nido Living) 40:10

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This week, we’re joined by Suraiya Comunello, CMO at Nido Living, for a deep dive into what truly matters to today’s students—and how operators can meet those expectations through service, design, and wellbeing. From cultural contrasts in booking behavior to the rise of digital-first decision-making, Suraiya offers a rare, international perspective…

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Mars Quincunx Pluto YOD in the SKY today (WHY is NO One talking about this?) 8:28

7M ago8:28

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Current events and current astrology. For more information regarding astrological readings, personal coaching and one to one calls with Astro Chief or for a range of E-books, articles and his paperback book "Biblical Cosmology: The World According To The Bible and the Ancients" visit www.astro-chief.com…

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Pluto Ponderings 8:59

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Welcome Back, Pluto Transits Themes....in the Bible. Subversive, Underhand Tactics...stuff going on behind the scenes. Astro Chief For more information regarding astrological readings, personal coaching and one to one calls with Astro Chief or for a range of E-books, articles and his paperback book "Biblical Cosmology: The World According To The Bi…

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The Coliving Playbook with Mayank Pokharna (Everything Coliving) 50:37

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The coliving industry is booming—but how you scale matters. In this episode of Pillow Talk Sessions, hosts Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Mayank Pokharna, CEO of Fllat.com and Founder of Everything Coliving, to unpack the operational, cultural, and economic realities of coliving on a global scale. 💡 Key topics: 🛠️ Why gettin…

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Investment Income in Times of Uncertainty 8:48

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In this episode I discuss how to generate income from your portfolio and reduce volatility. I cover Dividend Income, Interest Income from Bonds and Hi Yield Savings Accounts. Thanks for listening, Elliott www.TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.By ecoxn

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Pluto Transits are not the End .... (REBIRTH) 15:42

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Pluto transits rebirthing process. For more information regarding astrological readings, personal coaching and one to one calls with Astro Chief or for a range of E-books, articles and his paperback book "Biblical Cosmology: The World According To The Bible and the Ancients" visit www.astro-chief.com…

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WITSIT and TFE (Pluto Transits) 15:27

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And we are back.... it's been a long time coming For more information regarding astrological readings, personal coaching and one to one calls with Astro Chief or for a range of E-books, articles and his paperback book "Biblical Cosmology: The World According To The Bible and the Ancients" visit www.astro-chief.com…

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Live Special — Experience is the New Amenity 54:29

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This week on Pillow Talk Sessions, we’re excited to release our first live-recorded episode, where we brought industry leaders together to unpack the future of resident experience in front of a live audience. Hosts Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski are joined by: 🔹 Freya Richard (Vertus) 🔹 Philippa Wagner (PeoplePlacesSpaces) 🔹 Mitch Hammond…

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Dividend Income 1:37

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With this episode I discuss dividend income. Stocks that pay dividends tend to be less volatile as they are more mature companies. In a time of volatility these are great additions to any portfolio. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. www.TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.…

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Two New Articles available for FREE 1:59

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Sorry it cut off early - I am re uploading episodes here on a free plan and time is limited. New Podcast content coming soon though, subscribe to this new channel!! Learn the history of the modern day Calendar www.astro-chief.com click on Articles on the upper tab and the drop down pdf is available to download. Astro Chief For more information rega…

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Navigating Reform in Build-to-Rent with Rachel Hanniquet-Brooking (APO Group) 43:10

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This week on Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski are joined by Rachel Hanniquet-Brooking, Managing Director of APO Group LTD, to explore the state of the UK rental market—and how Build-to-Rent operators can prepare for seismic change. 💡 Tune in to hear Rachel’s perspective on: 🧾 The impact of the Renters Reform Bill on no…

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What to do? 8:48

8M ago8:48

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In this episode I discuss what to do as we near the possible end to the volatility as a result of the tariffs. My discussion focuses on your state of mind as an investor as opposed to pure metrics. This is slightly different approach but sometimes it's a good idea to step back and gain some perspective - there will always be opportunities in the ma…

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Hospitality Rewired with Simone Puorto (Travel Singularity) 53:25

8M ago53:25

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Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Simone Puorto, Founder of Travel Singularity, to unpack how technology, empathy, and adaptability are reshaping the future of hospitality. 💡 Tune in to explore: 🔹 How tech can amplify human connection, not replace it 🔄 Why hospitality design must respond to human rhythms, not rigid formats 🏠 Wh…

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Transit Uranus Square Natal Mercury 12:18

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For more information regarding astrological readings, personal coaching and one to one calls with Astro Chief or for a range of E-books, articles and his paperback book "Biblical Cosmology: The World According To The Bible and the Ancients" visit www.astro-chief.comBy Astro Chief

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Community & Data in Modern Living with Robert Birch (Gravity Co) 42:32

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In this episode of Pillow Talk Sessions, Kristian and Jessica chat with Robert Birch, Head of Operations at Gravity Co, about creating meaningful living experiences across co-living, BTR, and hospitality. Tune in for insights on: 💬 Why community is central to modern rental expectations 🔎 How Gravity leverages data to detect and solve issues early 🌐…

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Earnings Season - What to consider 1:24

9M ago1:24

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In this episode I discuss how to navigate earnings season with an eye towards a possible economic slowdown. www.TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.By ecoxn

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What to do during uncertain times 1:40

9M ago1:40

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In this video I discuss what to do while the uncertainty around tariffs remains. www.TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.By ecoxn

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Smart Tech in Living Spaces with Steve Davis (Operto) 49:23

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In this brand-new episode of Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica and Kristian chat with Steve Davis, CEO of Operto, about the powerful intersection of hospitality, multifamily, and smart technology. 💡 Listen in for key takeaways like: 🔑 How Operto grew from digital locks to a full-service guest/resident management platform 🏘️ Why STR tech is uniquely pos…

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1st Qtr numbers and 2nd Qtr Expectations 8:47

9M ago8:47

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In this episode I discuss 1st quarter performance of major indices. I also touch up expectations for 2nd quarter and Tariff uncertainty. What metrics can you use to determine market direction? I discuss 4 in this podcast. Trying times indeed, keep the faith. Elliott www.TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.…

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PBSA 3.0: Beyond Housing with Bart Sasim (Spatial Experience) 43:52

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In this week’s episode of Pillow Talk Sessions, our founder, Jessica Gillingham, and co-host, Kristian Lupinski, chat with Bart Sasim, CEO & Founder of Spatial Experience, about the evolution of Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and what’s next for the sector. Bart shares insights on: 🏢 The transition from traditional student housing to mo…

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38. Andrew Bauer - Factory Race Mechanic 3:13:57

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Send us a text Originally from Minnesota, Andrew Bauer is a race mechanic within the world of professional Supercross and motocross racing. Most recently, Andrew spent multiple years as a factory race mechanic at Rockstar/Husqvarna. As a mechanic, Andrew has won multiple X Games gold medals with his riders including Vicki Golden and Colby Raha as w…

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The Rise of Flexible Living with Begum Agca Okutgen (Blueground) 43:57

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Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski are joined by Begum Agca Okutgen, Head of Partner Network at Blueground, to explore the ongoing transformation of the rental market driven by remote work, technology, and evolving guests needs. 💡 Tune in to discover: 🏠 How remote work is reshaping demand for flexible, furnished rentals across 35 cities world…

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Market, Sector Stock 7:05

10M ago7:05

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Today is the first day of the imposition of tariffs. The markets have been extremely volatile in anticpation of this day. How do we evaluate our positions in this uncertain environment? We keep it simple - Market, Sector, Stock. Using this formula can help to reduce the emotional response we have to losing value in our portfolios. Thanks for listen…

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Why Build-to-Rent Needs a Unified Vision with Mitch Hammond (OnTheMarket) 52:28

10M ago52:28

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Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski are joined by Mitch Hammond, Build-to-Rent Manager at OnTheMarket, for a candid discussion on defining and differentiating Build to Rent (BTR) in the UK and beyond. 💡 Tune in to explore: 🏗️ Why a unified understanding of BTR terminology is crucial for market growth. 🤖 Balancing technology with human connecti…

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37. Nathan Avila - Filmmaker 3:09:34

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Send us a text Originally from Southern California, filmmaker, Nathan Avila (@studio39filmco on social media) split his time between the Orange County coastline and the desert landscapes of Albuquerque, New Mexico. We dive into his time growing up in two very different landscapes, how he got into video production, dropping out of college, chasing h…

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Crafting Exceptional Living Experiences with Philippa Wagner (PeoplePlacesSpaces) 52:08

11M ago52:08

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Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Philippa Wagner, founder of PeoplePlacesSpaces, to unpack the shifting landscape of hospitality and how it influences sectors like Build-to-Rent. 💡 Tune in to explore: 🔹 How guest expectations have evolved – prioritizing wellness, social engagement, and authentic connections. 🌍 The balance betw…

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Quantum Computing - Short 1:36

11M ago1:36

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Short video on what I'm watching in this new sector. Good things are coming. www.TouchstoneFinancialEducation.com No selling. Just education.By ecoxn

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Designing Sustainable Living Spaces with Benjamin Hall (LOFT) 52:09

11M ago52:09

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Jessica Gillingham and special co-host Iain Murray, Head of Operational Living at Bidwells, sit down with Benjamin Hall, Founder of LOFT, for an insightful conversation on how design and sustainability are shaping the future of multifamily and co-living spaces. 🎧 In this episode, we dive into: 🔹 The power of design in fostering resident retention a…

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REITS! Growth Opportunity 5:10

12M ago5:10

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In this episode I discuss Data Center Reits. These do not operate like traditional REITS which are invested in commercial real estate that provide nice dividends. Data Center Reits are designed for growth. With the push into AI, the growth of this sector is going to continue. This is a way to make an investment in tech. infrastructure. www.Touchsto…

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Optimizing Mixed-Asset Portfolios with Katherine Rose (VervLife) 45:52

12M ago45:52

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This week on Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski welcome Katherine Rose, Managing Director of VervLife, for an in-depth conversation about reshaping the future of mixed-asset management. Key highlights from the episode: 🏘️ Strategic Asset Management – Overcoming the challenges of managing diverse property types. 📊 Flex Re…