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Jason Hartman shares a sigh of relief; no matter who wins the presidential election, there is always a strategy in real estate, the most favorable asset-class in the world. Adam joins the show for a short, jovial debate on election fraud and the election. But Jason and Adam offer you a break from politics to discuss many concerns of a housing bubble and how this could be misinterpreted.  Key Takeaways: [1:45] Before we talk about investment property, let's discuss the 2020 election update.  [4:10] What do you think about voter fraud as a possibility?  [12:30] Is there a possible housing bubble? [14:20] 75% of the Case-Shiller Index is based on cyclical markets, a gross misrepresentation of the complex US housing markets.  [19:45] Are we just a bunch of PermaBulls? [22:00] Market timing is a fool's game.  Websites: jasonhartman.com/protect JasonHartman.com JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN

Jason Hartman talks with Former CEO of CKE Restaurants, Carl's Jr and Hardee's, and former nominee for Secretary of Labor under President Trump. He is also the author of Job Creation: How It Really Works and Why Government Doesn't Understand It and The Capitalist Comeback: The Trump Boom and the Left's Plot to Stop It. Andrew and Jason discuss whether the solution to the coronavirus pandemic is more significant than the problem and where the help stops helping. As well, they discuss the regulation challenges with business. Key Takeaways: [2:45] Is the pandemic an opportunity to "remake America?" [5:20] Is the solution bigger than the problem? [9:30] Andrew explains why he moved his company from Southern California to Tennessee. [12:30] "It was easier to build and open a new restaurant in Novosibirsk, Siberia, or Shanghai, China than it was to open a restaurant in Los Angeles. "AP [19:00] People should focus on where they want this economy to go. Websites: andy.puzder.com JasonHartman.com JasonHartman.com/prop

Rick Sharga, Executive Vice President of Marketing at RealtyTrac, talks with Jason Hartman about forbearances and foreclosures. Does one lead to the other, and how will this differ from the great recession? How has COVID-19 changed how millennials approach renting vs. buying?  Rick Sharga also distinguishes between foreclosures and opportunities. Rick also gives an excellent insight into every sector of what he thinks is to be expected in the commercial real estate market.  Key Takeaways: [1:00] Everyone is asking, "is Covid going to cause a housing crash?" [2:00] Covid has not slowed down the housing market even a little bit.  [3:45] The pandemic accelerated millennials' trend to stop as urban renters and move to a place of homeownership.  [10:30] The 2006 median price home was $650 more expensive than the median price home today, adjusted for interest rates and inflation.  [12:00] Rick distinguishes between foreclosures and opportunities. [18:00] Will 3 million in forbearance programs end up in foreclosures

David Sussman, Founder and CEO of Valcor Worldwide joins Jason Hartman in discussing insights into what is going on with small-medium sized business, real estate, and the impact of COVID-19. David suggests that mainstream media has narrowed its focus on Coronavirus and the 2020 election; meanwhile, it hasn’t covered much to any of the potential economic tsunamis we face. Like lungs, our economy breathes in and out, and we are a few years late to our regularly scheduled recession.  Key Takeaways: [2:45] The mainstream media can only focus on one or two top stories at a time, the pandemic, and the 2020 election. David predicts a possible economic tsunami headed our way, a story the media cannot currently focus on.  [6:10] Warehouses and industrial real estate spaces are increasing.  [8:45] 67% of employees in the country rely upon the 32 million small US businesses.  [13:00] Small retail is dying, especially in bluer states.  [16:45] What kind of financing is available to small businesses (2020)? [19:00] What a

Jason Hartman is joined today by Robert Spencer, author of Rating America's Presidents, An America-First Look at Who Is Best, Who Is Overrated, and Who Was A Disaster. This book is a non-partisan analysis of the US President's performance in office. Jason and Robert discuss sociological changes in the US and harsh rhetoric from either party. Will the US re-elect Trump, if so, will he be the last Republican President? Key Takeaways: [1:40] This is not a republican or democratic book; this book is America First!  [3:00] Are the left "for the people" or for big government?  [8:00] "With the truth about history, we can reclaim the public discourse." -Spencer [14:20] If Trump wins reelection, where will the US be in 4 years? [16:25] Will Trump be the last Republican President? [20:00] Rating US Presidents, example: Woodrow Wilson.  [23:00] One of the recipes for being a good US President is…? Websites: jihadwatch.org PandemicInvesting.com JasonHartman.com/Ask JasonHartman.com/Start JasonHartman.com/Recordings Jaso

How do you define Democracy? Dr. Garett Jones and Jason Hartman traverse through a broad range of capitalism and democracy played out in different countries. Does one influence the other, or can they exist in moderation together? As well, Jones speaks to the typical choices of more educated people. Are groups more willing to cooperate if they have a higher or lower IQ?  Books: Hive Mind : How Your Nation's IQ Matters So Much More Than Your Own 10% Less Democracy: Why You Should Trust Elites a Little More and the Masses a Little Less Key Takeaways: [2:00] Democracy is an absolutely sacred value, but don't know what they mean? [3:15] In most countries, judges kept "arm's length" away from voters who seem to have better economic performance. [6:30] The American founders were not for pure democracy.  [8:00] Math and Science scores are pretty good predictors of individual life outcomes. [11:00] More educated people are most likely to see the invisible hand and support laissez-faire.  [14:00] To some degree, Milt

Clear some confusion about tax strategy, and gain some added tricks of the trade by listening to this interview. Jason Hartman talks with Amanda Han and Matthew MacFarland, authors of Advanced Tax Strategies for Savvy Investors. Tax laws can change every year, so it’s crucial to take advantage of them as soon as you can. Learn what most investors forget to do for some of the best write-offs. Key Takeaways: [2:30] Excited to have advanced tax strategy with a focus on RE [3:00] Will we lose the 1031-Exchange with Biden in office?  [8:10] Many RE investment property owners overpay on taxes because they do not view themselves as a business when it comes to their taxes. [13:40] How do I take more deprecation sooner than later, with a cost segregation study? [20:20] How do you prepare to take unlimited deductions, regardless of income - by qualifying as a real estate professional? Websites: PandemicInvesting.com JasonHartman.com/Ask JasonHartman.com/Start JasonHartman.com/Recordings JasonHartman.com/Asset JasonHart

Jason Hartman talks with Barry Zigas, Senior Fellow at Consumer Federation of America. Barry shares a brief, descriptive history lesson on how Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac came to be. Barry and Jason discuss the low and middle-income housing crisis and what factors contribute to homeownership rates.  Barry Zigas joins Jason Hartman to discuss student loans compared to home loans. Is this similar to a problem we’ve seen in the recent past? How does the shortage of affordable new homes drive inflation? Key Takeaways: [1:00] Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were both created by acts of congress.  [4:30] Is the Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac mission to increase homeownership? [6:20] Let’s talk about global home ownership comparisons. [11:00] What factors contribute to homeownership rates? [12:15] There’s still discrimination in the mortgage markets. [14:30] Redlining is a term defined as a percentage of non-white people living in a community. [16:45] How much of the community reinvestment act is to blame for the great recession?

Investor, entrepreneur, and Crypto Expert, Mark Moss, returns to the show today discussing what's happening in Mexico compared to California? Moss, a California resident, shares some aspects of California that are proving problematic moving forward. Will these bills in motion and aggressive attempts to combat climate change cause a California market crash? “Every problem boils down to the money,” says Mark Moss. Mark Moss talks with Jason Hartman about his feelings on bitcoin and why it might be the most favorable currency, even over the dollar. This talk includes a quick history lesson sharing one aspect of currency evolution. As well, what will happen when the stimulus ends? Key Takeaways: Mark Moss [2:00] Why is that the power stays on in Mexico, but not in California? [5:00] California is leading the charge on fighting back against climate change. [8:30] And what do experts say about the cause of the fire? [13:00] With California's chaos and the four bills in working order that could affect real estate, w

Jason Hartman interviews Lynette Zang, Chief Market Analyst at ITM Trading, about everything monetary policy. Opening with one of Lynette’s favorite charts shared from the FRED, Federal Reserve Education Department, Lynette, and Jason guide us through a discussion to clear up nominal confusion. Zang shares recent developments with FedNow and how this will affect the individual.  Jason asks Lynette what she recommends we should do to protect ourselves? Lynette expresses her confidence in gold and why this is one of the three central pillars of dynastic wealth. As well, Jason and Lynette discuss inflation, the how and why of its existence, and how it’s controlled.  Key Takeaways: [2:30] Looking at one of Lynette’s favorite charts from the FRED, Federal Reserve Education Department.  [3:45] Fiat literal translation: government decree. [6:00] Nominal confusion; ‘they’ knew that people do not understand inflation and that they marry the legal money of the state because inflation causes nominal confusion.  [9:00] W

George Gammon joins Jason Hartman remotely from Saint Barthélemy. What's happening with Japan's debt to GDP ratio, and how can the US compare to this? George talks about the change in the savings rate due to Coronavirus and how it is manipulated.  George and Jason discuss some ideas that the Fed may not want the common man to understand. As well, is deflation good or bad? Where are interest rates headed, and how can you come up with a prediction for that? Key Takeaways: [1:00] Life in St. Barts, low crime rate, yachts, and more.  [7:45] Jason opens the discussion on Japanonomics. [8:55] The US deficit just this year will be the same as the total amount of debt accumulated from 1776 to 2000.  [12:00] George talks on trades surplus.   [17:00] How did Coronavirus change the US savings rate? [20:00] How has the savings rate been manipulated based on IRS' estimates.'? [21:15] What is it that the Fed, or the powers that be, don't want us to know? [21:29] Is deflation good or bad? [24:00] Who 'owns' the Fed? [29:30]

He is one of the most famous economic investigative journalists of all time, Jason Hartman interviews James B. Steel. Jason ask James about the decimated middle class, how did we get here, and how can we get out? As well, James touches on health care and the American dream, and how to make the middle class viable again. Book:  The newest book, America What Went Wrong, the Crisis Deepens Key Takeaways: [0:45] The middle class has been decimated, without a real dollar raise in four decades. How can this be? [5:00] Discussing how the median income is behind pace. [9:30] The free market has been wonderful for this country but it cannot solve this problem we’re in. [13:00] How could health care be solved? [17:00] Who are the global money men? [18:00] Is there hope for the American dream? [21:15] The solution; what is the foundation that makes the middle class viable again? Websites: barlettandsteele.com JasonHartman.com/asset JasonHartman.com/Webinar www.JasonHartman.com www.JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hart

Zoom Virtual Event: October 17th, 2020 Early Bird Admission: PandemicInvesting.com Get Instant access to Jason Hartman’s newest report, you'll learn… The modified square root shaped recovery Understanding the rare economic malady of supply/demand shock Generational PTSD and what it means to you & society The six lifestyle mega-trends that will change the world forever And much much more! PandemicInvesting.com

Jason Hartman talks with Julio Gonzalez, founder of Engineered Tax Services, a licensed engineering firm that focuses on tax benefits at federal, state, and local levels. Julio’s expertise on tax credits gives us a different perspective on where the economy is headed. Today, Jason and Julio discuss property reuse for affordable housing and redistribution centers. Julio shares knowledge about tax credits from selling air rights to 5G infrastructure. Key Takeaways: Julio Gonzalez [3:00] Is there a chance to see property reuse like hotels shifting to affordable housing? [4:00] Many REITs are trying to redesign shopping centers into redistribution centers.  [9:00] It’s hard to make predictions about where the economy will be without any history of vaccinating 7 billion people.  [11:15] There are twenty tax credits associated with investing and real estate at the federal level.  [13:00] The government is incentivizing 5G infrastructure as a tax credit. Websites: EngineeredTaxServices.com www.JasonHartman.com/asset

Former senior credit officer for two California banks, and editor and publisher of The Strategic Financial Intelligence monthly newsletter, John Truman Wolfe joins Jason Hartman today talking about the coming financial crisis. The question is, will the bubble pop, if so, what will happen? As well, John and Jason talk about banks worldwide, who to trust, how much to evaluate them, and what they’ve done wrong. Will banking eventually lead to a global digital currency? Books: The Coming Financial Crisis & Crisis by Design by John Truman Wolfe Key Takeaways: [3:30] Big news from the Federal Reserve. [9:30] How long will the Fed keep interest rates low? [13:00] People keep predicting the end of the world, and it’s yet to happen.  [14:00] John Truman Wolfe [1:15] Talking derivatives: the thing about the thing.  [1:45] Will this bubble pop, and what will happen if/when it does? [6:00] John discusses the BIS (Bank of International Settlements) and the Bail-In Policy. [8:45] What should people do, and what banks a

Jason Hartman interviews author of the book, Unfu*k Yourself, Get Out of Your Head and Into Your Life, by Gary John Bishop. Bishop shares pieces of the philosophy that shaped his world. His joy for helping others gave momentum towards sharing his wisdom in book and audio form. His approach to life is designed around forgiveness, being honest with oneself, and that significant change is available to everyone. Gary John Bishop is also author to Stop Doing That Sh*t and Do The Work. Key Takeaways: [2:45] “Have you ever felt like a hamster on a wheel, furiously turning your way through life with somehow going nowhere” - Gary John Bishop [4:00] The best place to start is finally telling yourself the truth. [7:30] “You’re way more encumbered by what you think than anyone else.” G.J. Bishop [9:45] How do I forgive someone/something? [11:00] It’s amazing what things people will give up to be right. [12:25] Should we always forgive? [17:30] Significant change is available to you.  [21:45] “Your success in life is almo

There is nothing fair about forcing a person to join a labor union in order to have a job. Jason Hartman interviews Mark Mix, President of the National Right to Work Committee, as they discuss the impact of labor unions in the economy.  Key Takeaways: [1:40] In some states, you are forced to join a union if you want a job. [2:00] Mark explains what it means to have a Right to Work in one of the 27 Right To Work states.  [5:15] Is there still a need for labor unions in the workplace in the US? [10:00] Employment growth has been higher in the right to work states versus forced-unionism states.  [18:15] Simply put, the right to work states give power back to the worker instead of the union official. [21:50] Generally, how much are union dues? Websites: NRTW.org NRTWC.org www.JasonHartman.com www.JasonHartman.com/properties 1-800-HARTMAN

Jason interviews Chairman of Whalen Global Advisors LLC, R. Christopher Whalen. Whalen speaks on location changes of people and businesses due to Coronavirus. Not only are business locations changing, but companies have been forced to move away from the “old way” of doing business and finally adapting to innovations in technology and communication. Whalen also gives a glimpse into his recent book and discusses the fed’s strategy to steer clear of deflationary times. Will we see consequences from the creation of money and bailouts?  Books: Inflated, How Money & Debt Built the American Dream  by R. Christopher Whalen Key Takeaways: [2:00] Not only are people leaving big cities, like NYC, because of COVID-19, but large companies are also looking to move so that they can relocate their people.  [4:30] Coronavirus has forced businesses to move out of “the old way.” [8:50] A brief history of banking, from Abraham Lincoln to present. [11:20] Before the creation of The Fed, J.P. Morgan was essentially the central

Jason Hartman speaks with Leslie Appleton-Young, vice-president and chief economist for the California Association of Realtors. Leslie brings several charts and graphs to the conversation to share some staggering movement in California's real estate. In January, 2020 was shaping up to be a knock out year, but due to the Coronavirus pandemic, we are now looking at best for a quick recovery. Leslie and Jason draw correlations between the 2008 recession and recovery to the recent, seemingly, self-imposed recession.  As well, Leslie shares data to support buyer/seller trends as emotions shift from the COVID-19 impact. The question continues to go unanswered, how will malls, retail space, and hotels change post coronavirus? Key Takeaways: [7:30] Jason and Leslie discuss predictions based on the Q2 hit in 2020, ranging from a 25% - 42% decline.  [9:00] The buy-side of real estate is doing well, likely because of record low interest rates, more space needed for home offices, and more space desired in quarantine time

Jason Hartman answers a listener question about investing in real estate amid COVID-19. When is a good time to start, or to extend a portfolio? Also, a reminder about the greater fool theory related to WSJ’s mention of Apple’s latest valuation. Invest in something that makes sense the day you buy it.  Phil Harvey is today’s guest, discussing his recent book and a few ways that tax dollars are distributed to some for questionable reasons. Phil shares everything from billionaires receiving million-dollar payouts for owning farmland to customers paying double the price of sugar in the local grocery store.  Book: Welfare for the Rich: How Your Tax Dollars End Up in Millionaires’ Pockets-And What You Can Do About It by Phil Harvey Livestream: Sunday Morning, Coffee Tok (Talk) 11 AM EDT  facebook.com/JasonHartman.com Key Takeaways: [3:20] “Is now (COVID-19) a good time to start investing in real estate?” Listener, Scott [8:45] Jason elaborates on pension plans versus real estate investing, a continuation of the qu