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Welcome to the “Thoughts from the Crawlspace” podcast, where our goal as home inspection experts is to support and serve our community. Whether you’re a homeowner, homebuyer, real estate agent, or investor, we believe everyone deserves solutions to their homeownership challenges and inspiration along the way. Your path to success starts here!
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“Voice of Appraisal” is a show designed to deliver the most up to date news and information for the working real estate valuation professional. The show provides top analysis of real estate trends and issues that affect appraisers nationwide. Our no-nonsense approach to appraisal, real estate, banking and politics creates a cutting edge program that provides an insight into the appraisal profession that is seldom heard.
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Become an EMPOWERED INVESTOR. Survive and thrive in today's economy! With over 2,000 episodes in this Monday, Wednesday, Friday podcast, business and investment expert Jason Hartman interviews top-tier guests, bestselling authors and financial experts including; Steve Forbes (Freedom Manifesto), Tomas Sowell (Housing Boom and Bust), Noam Chomsky (Manufacturing Consent), Jenny Craig (Health & Fitness CEO), Jim Cramer (Mad Money), Harvey Mackay (Swim With The Sharks & Get Your Foot in the Door ...
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Welcome to Within Reach, the podcast that takes the complex and makes it accessible, where we break down the barriers and bring the seemingly impossible within reach for everyone. Are you curious about real estate, intrigued by investing, or maybe you're eager to dive into business, health and fitness, music, sports, or entrepreneurship? Whatever your interest, we've got you covered. In each series, we'll embark on a journey through these diverse topics, one at a time, providing you with the ...
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2336 FBF: An ‘Anarcho-Capitalist Manifesto' with Lew Rockwell Libertarian Author & Founder of the Ludwig von Mises Institute
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47:53This Flashback Friday is from episode 402, published last August 20, 2014. Lew Rockwell is an American libertarian author and editor, self-professed anarcho-capitalist, a promoter of the Austrian School of economics, and founder and chairman of the Ludwig von Mises Institute. His website LewRockwell.com was founded in 1999 and features articles and…
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2335: Michael Zuber: Debunking Doomers and Creating Wealth in Real Estate
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36:26Sign up for the Jason Hartman University Event this coming September https://www.jasonhartman.com/Phoenix . Also don't forget to register for our FREE Masterclass every second Wednesday of each month at https://jasonhartman.com/Wednesday Jason and Michael Zuber of https://onerentalatatime.com/ discuss the current real estate market, emphasizing tha…
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This week on Thoughts from the Crawlspace, Jamie discusses indoor air quality. More specifically, the hidden dangers of air fresheners. They’re marketed as quick fixes to make our homes smell better, but the reality is they may be doing more harm than good. Instead of cleaning the air, many of these products actually release volatile organic compou…
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Summer Throwback: What is highest and best use and why does it matter?
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5:05Lisa and Amy round out their summer throwback series by revisiting an episode on highest and best use. Tune in on September 8th when Appraiser Talk returns with an exciting new series!By The Appraisal Foundation
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2334 FBF: Investment Fraud on Wall Street with John Lawrence Allen Former LA Deputy District Attorney & Author of ‘Make Wall Street Pay You Back’
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49:37This Flashback Friday is from episode 388, published last July 16, 2014. John Lawrence Allen is a securities litigation attorney helping investors recover funds lost through investment fraud or incompetence. He’s a former Los Angeles Deputy District Attorney and author of the new book, “Make Wall Street Pay You Back.” Allen talks about the dirty tr…
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2333: Real Estate Investing Insights: Navigating the Golden Age, Housing Market Secrets, the Lock-in Effect & Stubborn Sellers
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30:29Today Jason is in Sedona, Arizona, discussing the current state of technology and living standards while sharing insights about the real estate market and his personal experiences as a house hunter. He analyzed various market trends, including inventory levels, housing affordability, and the future of real estate investments, particularly focusing …
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This week on Thoughts from the Crawlspace, Jamie tackles one of the most overlooked parts of your home: the foundation. You’ll learn the eleven key warning signs that could point to foundation problems, why spotting them early can save you from costly repairs, and how to protect your property from lasting damage. He kicks things off by exploring fa…
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Summer Throwback: Are there "typical" adjustments that are considered standard in the profession?
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4:52Lisa and Amy talk about adjustments on this week's summer throwback.By The Appraisal Foundation
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2332 FBF: The Corporatization of America with Ray Bourhis Attorney & Author of the Fictional Political Satire ‘Revolt: The Secession of Mill Valley’
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25:47This Flashback Friday is from episode 385 published last June 16, 2014. Ray Bourhis is a partner with the law firm of Bourhis & Wolfson in San Francisco, California, specializing in insurance bad-faith litigation. A graduate of Boalt Hall at the University of California, Berkeley, Bourhis has been a court-appointed Special Master overseeing reforms…
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2331: Crisis & Opportunity: John Mauldin's Predictions for the Next Decade (Debt, AI, Robotics)
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26:26Jason and John Mauldin discuss the current state of the housing market, noting at while some areas face a shortage due to regulations and high costs, others have a surplus of homes. They highlight the impact of high mortgage rates relative to housing prices, pushing some into the rental market. Jason mentioned a record number of new apartment deliv…
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Must-Do Home Maintenance Tasks Before Summer Ends
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21:48As summer winds down, it's the perfect time to tackle some essential home maintenance to get your property ready for fall and the colder months ahead. In this episode, Jamie breaks down 15 key tasks every homeowner should complete before the season changes. From clearing out and servicing gutters to inspecting your roof for wear and tear, he’ll wal…
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Summer Throwback: What's the difference between an appraisal and the authentication of fine art?
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5:07Lisa and Amy are revisiting one of their personal property specific episodes in today's Summer Throwback.By The Appraisal Foundation
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2330 FBF: Power & Strategy with Robert Greene Best-Selling Author of ‘Mastery, Power & Seduction’ & ‘The 48 Laws of Power
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40:43This Flashback Friday, which is also a 10th Episode is from episode 330 and was published August 2, 2013. Robert Greene, best-selling author of such books as The 48 Laws of Power, The 33 Strategies of War, The Art of Seduction, The 50th Law (with rapper 50 Cent), and Mastery, joins Jason to talk about his wheelhouse topics – power and strategy. Spo…
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2329: Gold That Pays You: Solving the Age-Old Problem of Non-Yielding Gold with Keith Weiner
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29:45Today's focus is on gold as an ancient monetary value and addressing the challenge of earning a yield on gold. Jason also invites listeners to join an upcoming Jason Hartman University workshop in Phoenix at the end of September, which includes a bonus property tour and emphasizes learning the math of income property. Jason also mentions a mastercl…
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This week on Thoughts from the Crawlspace, Jamie dives into why garage door maintenance is more important than most people realize. From keeping your family safe to avoiding costly repairs, he breaks down the key steps every homeowner should take to keep their garage door running smoothly. Jamie covers practical tips like how often to lubricate mov…
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Summer Throwback: Can a borrower be an intended user of an appraisal report?
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5:29Building off last week's throwback, Lisa and Amy are sharing another past episode focusing on intended users.By The Appraisal Foundation
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2328 FBF: The Future of Longevity Science with Dr. John Rush & The Perils of High Frequency Trading with Michael Lewis Author of ‘Flash Boys’
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1:04:29This Flashback Friday is from episode 370, published last April 7, 2014. Jason Hartman talks about Michael Lewis's new book "Flash Boys" and comments the on the excellent CBS 60 Minutes segment discussing high-frequency trading and how the stock market, according to Michael Lewis and many other experts, is rigged. Then, Jason interviews Dr. Rush fr…
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2327: Aiming For the Longterm: Building Wealth Over Time | Client Case Study with Jonathan Hau
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27:08Today, Jason's client, real estate investor Jonathan Hau discusses his journey from a software career to full-time real estate, emphasizing his discovery of leverage as a wealth-building tool. He explains how his personal residence accidentally became his first rental property and highlights the benefits of self-managing properties over hiring prop…
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The Kitchen Checkup: Function, Safety, and Compliance
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23:08In this episode, Jamie takes a deep dive into one of the most important parts of any home inspection, the kitchen appliances. From dishwashers to ovens, fridges to garbage disposals, these everyday essentials play a huge role in how a home functions. But are they safe? Are they working the way they should? Jamie breaks down what home inspectors rea…
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Lisa and Amy continue their Summer Throwback series with an episode about intended users from the archives.By The Appraisal Foundation
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2326 FBF: The Science of Winning and Losing with Po Bronson Author, Journalist with the NY Times & Creator of 'The $treet' on FOX
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1:02:10This Flashback Friday is from episode 368 published last March 14, 2014. Join Jason Hartman as he discusses opening the books on government spending and things, like geography, age, pedigree, etc. that are less meaningful than ever before in history. All of these items have broad implications economically, socially and for real estate investors. Di…
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2325: Unlock Tax-Free Wealth: Mastering the Self-Directed Roth IRA Like Peter Thiel with Adam Bergman
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37:42Jason focuses today on financial wisdom and the real estate market. He emphasizes the importance of taking action over endless information gathering for personal growth and financial success. Jason then shifts to housing appreciation rates over the past decade, highlighting how income property is a robust, tax-advantaged asset class focused on yiel…
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Summer Throwback: Why isn't the federal government in charge of writing these standards?
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5:50Lisa and Amy are sharing their favorite episodes of the podcast this summer. Next up, a closer look at the appraiser regulatory system.By The Appraisal Foundation
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2324 FBF: Investment Markets & Golf with Kevin Armstrong Formerly of ANZ Group’s Private Bank and Author of ‘Bulls, Birdies, Bogeys, & Bears’
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58:11This Flashback Friday is from episode 351, published last December 4, 2013. Kevin Armstrong is the former Chairman of the ANZ Group's Regional Investment Committee and former chief investment officer for ANZ Group's private bank. He's the author of, "BULLS, BIRDIES, BOGEYS & BEARS: The Remarkable & Revealing Relationship Between Golf & Investment M…
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2323: Trump's Machiavellian Playbook: Impact on Global Economy & Your Investments with Paul Marino
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28:57Jason is currently in Denver at a Joe Dispenza retreat, discusses upcoming topics for the episode, focusing on the economy, markets, and real estate. Specifically, he mentions two U.S. real estate markets, one in Florida and one in Texas, that are approaching "crash levels," defined as a 25% price reduction, despite national appreciation. He conclu…
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Summer Throwback: What is an appraiser valuing when they do an appraisal on my home?
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8:25Lisa and Amy continue their summer throwback series with a deep dive on this consumer question.By The Appraisal Foundation
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2322 FBF: Corruption at the World Bank with Karen Hudes Whistleblower and Former Attorney with the World Bank & Export Import Bank of the US
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53:46This Flashback Friday is from episode 345, published last November 5, 2013. Karen Hudes studied law at Yale Law School and economics at the University of Amsterdam. She worked in the US Export Import Bank of the US from 1980-1985 and in the Legal Department of the World Bank from 1986-2007. She established the Non Governmental Organization Committe…
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2321: Trump's Big Beautiful Bill: Revolutionizing Real Estate Investing and Saving on Taxes
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31:05Jason presents Travis King, CEO of Realm, a real estate investor collective, focusing on the "Big Beautiful Bill" and its positive implications for real estate investors. They discuss specific provisions like accelerated depreciation and the permanent grandfathering of Opportunity Zones, highlighting their role in attracting capital back into the m…
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Home Inspections Explained: What’s Covered, What’s Not, and Why It Matters
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15:58This week on Thoughts from the Crawlspace, Jamie breaks down the essential elements of a home inspection, especially the exterior features that deserve a closer look. He walks through what’s typically covered in an inspection and what’s not, including common exclusions like swimming pools and spas. You’ll also learn the key differences between a ho…
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Summer Throwback: When do I need to get an appraisal?
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3:40Lisa and Amy continue their Summer Throwback series to another early episode of the show answering a commonly asked consumer question.By The Appraisal Foundation
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2320 FBF: Adapting to Change with Jared Diamond Pulitzer-Prize Winning Author of ‘Guns, Germs and Steel’ & ‘The World Until Yesterday’
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1:10:39This Flashback Friday and 10th show is from episode 340, published last Sep 25, 2013. Renowned author, physiologist, evolutionary biologist and bio geographer, Dr. Jared Diamond, joins Jason Hartman for a discussion of his newest book, The World Until Yesterday. Dr. Diamond’s unique background has shaped his integrated version of human history. He …
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2319: Housing Market SHOCKER: Why It's NOT 2008 (The REAL Reason Home Sales are Down)
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32:23Jason discussed concerns about Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell's leadership and the current state of the housing market, including analysis of historical relationships between housing supply and economic downturns. He explored various market conditions, including the impact of interest rates, inventory levels, and differences between single-fam…
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What a Home Inspection Really Covers: Separating Fact from Fiction
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23:32This week on Thoughts from the Crawlspace, Jamie dives into what a home inspection is and what it isn’t. The main goal? To uncover hidden issues that could impact the safety, value, or function of a home, not to appraise its market worth or judge its style. Jamie clears up common misconceptions about inspections and explains why a thorough check us…
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Appraiser Talk is on summer break, but while Lisa and Amy dream up new episodes, they're sharing some of their old favorite, starting with the very first episode of Appraiser Talk!By The Appraisal Foundation
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2318 FBF: Commodities Investing with Dr. Chris Kacher & Gil Morales Managing Directors of VirtueOfSelfishInvesting.com
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44:16This is Flashback Friday is from episode275 published last August 29, 2012. While the last several years have seen huge losses for most investors in stocks, it has provided some valuable insights and allowed development of new concepts for stock investing. Jason Hartman talks with Dr. Chris Kacher and Gil Morales, principles and managing directors …
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2317: Beyond the Headlines: Edward Dowd Exposes Unseen Health & Economic Data
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37:46Greeting's from Saint Thomas Island! Jason's on the Real Estate Guys' Investor Summit at Sea cruise and reminds his listeners to sign up for the FREE MASTERCLASS every second Wednesday of the month! https://jasonhartman.com/wednesday Jason and Edward Dowd discussed the book "Cause Unknown: The Epidemic of Sudden Deaths" and its focus on the increas…
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This week on Thoughts from the Crawlspace, Jamie unpacks the often-overlooked details of home inspections, answering common questions from both past and future clients. He shines a light on hidden issues inside a home, especially the frequent but hard-to-spot problem of water damage. From mold and moisture to concerns about structural integrity, Ja…
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Episode 199: "Do I also comply with USPAP automatically because I comply with standards set forth by the AICPA?"
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6:10Lisa and Amy discuss USPAP and AICPA standards.By The Appraisal Foundation
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2316 FBF: The Financial Health of America’s Social Classes with Dr. H. Woody Brock Author of ‘American Gridlock’
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1:02:02This Flashback Friday is from episode 283 published last October 26, 2012. Between 1980 and 2000, the wealth of our nation grew enormously. Interest rates dropped, dot com businesses grew, and then the housing market was rocketing. We then went into a tricky period where overall net worth grew a bit until the dot com crash; the middle class was sus…
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2315: The Tax Advantage: Unlock Your Real Estate Riches with Scott Saunders
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37:20Jason focuses on income property as the most tax-favored asset class in America, including discussion of tax-saving opportunities like the 1031 exchange for investors. He promotes the availability of free monthly masterclasses on jasonhartman.com/Wednesday for listeners to register and attend. JasonHartman.com/Wednesday Jason then introduces Scott …
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Beyond the Inspection: Essential Home Safety Services You Need to Know
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15:52This week on Thoughts from the Crawlspace, Jamie goes beyond the standard home inspection to uncover the critical ancillary services every homeowner, buyer, and real estate professional should know. From radon testing (a top concern as the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S.) to wood-destroying insect inspections, sewer line scans, wate…
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Episode 198: "Is a vacant 60-acre land parcel a residential or non-residential property?"
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8:23Lisa and Amy dive into an interesting question about appraising vacant land.By The Appraisal Foundation
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Addicted to Change: Michael Peres on Redefining Success, Disrupting Norms, and Building Without Limits
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41:28In this episode of Within Reach, Giuliana Pallotta sits down with Michael Peres — a serial entrepreneur, journalist, and founder of multiple tech startups — for a compelling conversation about forging your own path, overcoming adversity, and thriving by going against the grain. From growing up in an ultra-Orthodox community with ADHD and learning d…
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2314 FBF: Deregulated Hedge Funds with Les Leopold Author of ‘How to Make a Million Dollars An Hour’
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1:18:53This Flashback Friday is from episode 332 published last August 11, 2013. Jason talks with Les Leopold on his new book: "How to Make a Million Dollars an Hour: Why Financial Elites get away with siphoning off America's Wealth." In the interview, Les details just how hedge funds are making unthinkable amounts of money. Les Leopold co-founded and cur…
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2313: The Future of Real Estate: Exploring Bitcoin Mortgages & Crypto Loans with Milo
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45:57Jason discusses the innovation in crypto mortgages and the importance of maintaining an optimistic outlook despite doom and gloom predictions. He encourages listeners to attend the Wednesday masterclasses and reminds them to register for future sessions. Jason emphasizes the value of comparing current situations to historical contexts, highlighting…
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Navigating Home Inspections: FAQs and What You Need To Know
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21:01This week on Thoughts from the Crawlspace, Jamie breaks down the most common questions clients have about home inspections, helping you feel confident and informed throughout the process. Jamie starts by discussing inspection costs and what factors can affect the price, like property size and any extra services you might need. Then, he covers how l…
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Episode 197: "How do appraisers comply with USPAP’s confidentiality rule?"
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7:06Lisa and Amy answer this question from an appraiser: If an appraiser completed an appraisal for one client, and then a new client asks for a 1004D update on that same property, how should the appraiser handle this while complying with USPAP’s confidentiality rule? Listen in to find out more!By The Appraisal Foundation
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2312 FBF: The Collapse of Bear Stearns with Douglas Brunt Author of "Ghosts of Manhattan" & Former CEO of Authentium
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47:42This Flashback Friday is from episode 337, published last September 6, 2013. Doug Brunt is the former CEO of Authentium and author of, "GHOSTS OF MANHATTAN." In his new book, he transports readers back to the extravagant times before Bear Stearns collapsed, exposing a culture with boundless bonuses, where the company expense account was routinely u…
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2311: Investing Like Warren Buffett | Unlocking Wealth Through Boring Real Estate
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43:58Jason talks about the increase in customs revenue under Trump's policies, highlighting a significant rise from $4 billion in 2015 to $22.3 billion, though he noted it would not solve government debt issues. He predicted a likely decrease in interest rates due to the disappearance of the inflation threat, which could lead to a surge in home buyers, …
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Episode 196: "Are only the appraisers signing the appraisal required to state whether they inspected the property?"
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6:34Lisa and Amy dive into a question about property inspection and report signatures.By The Appraisal Foundation
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