The Real Estate Espresso Podcast

Today's show is an extract of yesterday's livestream where I'm making some predictions for the upcoming period and answering listener questions live. -------------- Host: Victor Menasce email: podcast@victorjm.com

Coming up later today at 5PM EDT, 4PM CDT, 3PM MDT, I'm going to be live on LinkedIn and Facebook giving my predictions for the upcoming period and opening up to live questions from the audience. To register and attend, visit https://www.linkedin.com/events/predictions-askmeanything7191469079046639616/about/ On todays show we are doing a dive into why sheltering from capital gains tax is not as simple as it sounds. There is nuance to the process and it can be more difficult unless you plan carefully. Let's be clear, I'm not offering tax advice. Talk to your CPA. I'm merely sharing my observations based on what I'm seeing in the market. ---------------- Host: Victor Menasce email: podcast@victorjm.com

Coming up on Friday May 3 at 5PM EDT, 4PM CDT, 3PM MDT, I'm hosting a live stream on LinkedIn Live. I'm going to be sharing my predictions for the upcoming period and then opening up to questions from the audience on any topic. To connect to the live stream, join me at 5PM EDT here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/predictions-askmeanything7191469079046639616/ On today's show we're talking about the FTC's recent ban on non-compete clauses in employment contracts. What does it mean for employers and for employees? -------------- Host: Victor Menasce email: podcast@victorjm.com

Coming up on Friday May 3, 2024 at 5PM EDT, 2PM PDT, I'm hosting a LinkedIn Live. I'm going to be sharing my economic predictions and opening up the session to questions from the audience. A great way to unwind at the end of the week. Here's the link to join the live https://www.linkedin.com/events/predictions-askmeanything7191469079046639616/ On today's show we're reviewing the book of the month. Our book this month was written in 49 AD by Seneca. It's an essay on the shortness of life, written to his father in law. It contains the wisdom of the ages and continues to be talked about, translated and interpreted nearly two thousand years later. ------------- Host: Victor Menasce email: podcast@victorjm.com

 I’m going to warn you in advance that today show is completely a conspiracy theory. Whether this conspiracy theory resonates with you or not, I leave entirely up to you. I’m here to convince you or anyone of anything. I am merely observing what I see in the marketplace, and trying to make sense out of it. Debasement of currency has been going on for centuries. During the Roman Empire, the metal in coins whether it was gold or silver in the Roman denarius was whittled away by progressive emperors. This was essentially a form of theft. Shaving the edges of the coins also became common practice. Modern day version of printing money simply involves the addition of a ledger entry in a database. ------------ Host: Victor Menasce email: podcast@victorjm.com

On today’s show we are talking about one of our banks being forcibly closed and sold to another bank in Philadelphia in an FDIC auction this past week. The bank is known as Republic Bank and is legally named republic first bank, not be confused with the very similar sounding and much larger bank called First Republic which failed last year. Republic Bank was a local Philadelphia bank with about 20 branches in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. It relatively new having been founded in 1988. In 2008 the bank switched from being a purely commercial bank to include retail banking.  Our experience with Republic bank was a good one. They wrote construction and permanent loans on several of our buildings in Philadelphia.  --------- Host: Victor Menasce email: podcast@victorjm.com

Andrew Hellinger has been developing landmark projects for a number of years. His most recent signature project is called River Landing and is located on the Miami River. On today's show we are talking about community building and designing of the community as an amenity. To connect with Andrew and to learn more, visit https://www.riverlandingmiami.com ------------- Host: Victor Menasce email: podcast@victorjm.com

On today's show I'm speaking with George about the financing of 40 Wall Street, a 75 story building located diagonally across from the NY Stock Exchange. George was responsible for the redevelopment of this iconic building in lower Manhattan when he was working for Donald. -------------- Host: Victor Menasce email: podcast@victorjm.com

Join us for an insightful Ask Me Anything (AMA) session focused on tax-efficient investment strategies in real estate development and investing. Victor dives into listener questions, addressing scenarios like inheriting property, navigating renovation costs, and optimizing tax benefits. While this episode offers valuable insights, it's important to note that it's not intended as tax advice. For personalized guidance, always seek the expertise of a qualified tax professional. Tune in to learn how to maximize returns and minimize tax burdens on your real estate journey

Welcome to the Real Estate Expresso Podcast, your go-to source for the latest insights in real estate investing. Join Victor Menasce as he explores the ongoing shortage of electrical components, delving into the factors driving this phenomenon two years after the initial supply chain disruptions of the pandemic. Discover why electric utilities and other sectors are grappling with sourcing challenges, and how the surge in demand for electrical infrastructure is reshaping the industry landscape. From the impact of weather events on transformer demand to the growing needs of electric vehicle charging stations, data centers, and solar power generation, Victor unpacks the complexities driving the shortage. Gain valuable insights into the dynamics behind the scenes, including the concentration of manufacturers, distribution channels, and the ripple effects of increased demand across multiple sectors. Tune in to stay informed and navigate the evolving landscape of electrical equipment availability ---------- Host: Victor Menasce email: podcast@victorjm.com