In this engaging discussion, Kenny Simpson, a seasoned commercial real estate investor and lending expert, dives into the shifting dynamics of interest rates and market trends. He uncovers how the Fed's evolving narrative impacts real estate investment. Topics include the effects of softening job markets on interest rates and the current liquidity challenges faced by investors. Kenny shares insights into institutional strategies for 2025 and whether now is the right time to buy before competition heats up.
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Shifting Market Narrative
The "survive to 2025" narrative is shifting as the economy and market conditions evolve.
Despite forecasts improving, the interest rate environment hasn't changed significantly.
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Factors Influencing Interest Rates
Interest rates depend on data, including inflation, jobs, consumer spending, and government actions.
Jerome Powell's statements have a significant impact on market movements.
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Softening Labor Market
Softening is observed in hiring, with the labor market not as strong as it was post-COVID.
Government hiring, a significant factor in recent years, is expected to decrease.
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Where are interest rates heading, and what does it mean for investors? In this episode of The Rich Somers Report, Rich sits down with Kenny Simpson, a commercial real estate investor and lending expert, to break down the latest market trends, economic shifts, and the current lending environment.
Rich and Kenny discuss:
Why the Fed’s “survive to 2025” narrative is shifting—and what it means for real estate. How softening job markets, government layoffs, and slowing hiring could impact interest rates. Why liquidity is low across all income levels—and how investors are adjusting. How institutional investors and high-net-worth buyers are positioning themselves in 2025. Whether now is the right time to buy real estate before rates drop and competition increases. Kenny shares his insider perspective on lending trends, how banks are approaching real estate financing, and what investors need to watch for in the months ahead. If you want to understand how today’s market will shape the future of investing, this episode delivers key insights to help you stay ahead.
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