The Financial Samurai Podcast Uncertainty, Fear, And Chaos: A Real Estate Investor's Best Friends
Mar 5, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Ben Miller, co-founder and CEO of Fundrise, shares his insights on how chaos and uncertainty can benefit real estate investors. He explores the potential for real estate to outperform stocks in the coming years, despite challenges from economic policies and trade conflicts. Ben also delves into the effects of high interest rates, government cuts, and personal anecdotes about job losses, emphasizing the need for strategic investment adjustments in these turbulent times.
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Shifting Economic Focus
- Treasury Secretary Yellen's focus on Main Street and lowering interest rates led to decreased bond yields.
- This shift from Wall Street's focus created uncertainty, leading to fears of a recession and potential Fed rate cuts.
Impact of Biden's Policies
- The Biden administration's economic policies, including stimulus and forbearance programs, fueled inflation.
- These policies, while potentially beneficial in other areas, negatively impacted commercial real estate.
Department of Governance Cuts
- Ben Miller shares anecdotes about the impact of Department of Governance cuts on contractors and federal employees.
- These stories highlight the widespread effects, from job losses at Booz Allen to difficulties finding babysitters.