The Best Ever CRE Show JF 4040: Poker Strategy, Economic Trends and Real Estate Parallels ft. J Scott
Sep 26, 2025
J Scott, an entrepreneur and former professional poker player, shares intriguing insights on the connections between poker strategy and real estate investing. He emphasizes the importance of game selection and knowing when to walk away from bad deals. J discusses the current economic climate, including inflation trends and potential recession scenarios. He also highlights the significance of mastering both mathematics and psychology in decision-making, while offering strategies for minimizing losses and negotiating effectively.
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From Poker Tables To Real Estate
- J Scott recounts his poker background and World Series appearance to set context for lessons.
- He uses his poker experience to illustrate parallels to real estate strategy.
Pick The Right Table
- Choose the game you can beat by matching asset class to your edge and skills.
- Sit at tables where your network, capital access, or expertise give you a long-term advantage.
Don't Be The Fish
- If you can't identify weaker competitors at the table, assume you're the fish and change tables or strategy.
- Seek markets where you hold advantages like capital, network, or specialized knowledge.