The BetterLife Podcast Real Estate Investing Kinda Sucks Right Now. What We’re Doing About It
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Nov 11, 2025 In a brutally honest discussion, the hosts tackle why real estate is struggling in 2025. They explore the impact of plummeting rents and property values, particularly in overbuilt markets like Austin. A radical shift in cashflow strategies emerges, focusing on room rentals and midterm options. The importance of consistency and daily habits is emphasized to maintain discipline in tough times. They also discuss preparing for future market booms and the necessity of leadership and transparency with investors. Ultimately, they reinforce that real estate remains a viable path to wealth.
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Mortgage Locks Reduced Seller Movement
- Low interest mortgages have frozen homeowner mobility and reduced seller inventory for buyers.
- That creates more market inventory but fewer distressed deals and slower sales for flippers.
Interest Rates Drive Commercial Values
- Commercial cap rates rose with interest rates, driving values sharply down.
- Higher cap rates mean similar income produces much lower property valuations.
Austin Rents Plummeted 20–30%
- Brandon describes Austin rents dropping 20–30% and some units needing large cuts to fill.
- He explains that falling rents across hundreds of units drastically reduce property income and value.
