BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast He Was Right in 2000, 2008, and 2020: Now He’s Saying to Buy
Oct 29, 2025
Brian Burke, an esteemed real estate investor with over $1B in transactions, claims now's the time to buy properties during this market lull. He emphasizes the value of targeting 'problem' properties for renovation and profit. Drawing parallels to past cycles, he believes flat pricing is an opportunity for savvy investors. Brian argues that small multifamily buildings are ideal for retirement portfolios and encourages patience in asset accumulation for long-term success.
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Stalled Market Is A Buying Opportunity
- Residential real estate is in a stalled phase caused by locked-in low-rate sellers and hesitant buyers.
- That equilibrium can persist for years and offers buyers a calmer market to accumulate assets.
History Repeats: Long Flat Periods Happen
- Current market resembles the 1993–1997 period where prices stalled for years before rising.
- Extended flat stretches are normal and can be excellent accumulation windows.
Buy Problem Properties And Fix Them
- Contact brokers and hunt for properties with solvable problems like roofs or landscaping.
- Buy at a discount, renovate, then rent for higher income to capture value.