Episode 11 | Operators Adapting to Changing Market Conditions

Episode Summary: Hosts Craig Fuhr and Jack BeVier, joined by guest host Fred Lewis, dive deep into the pressing issues facing the real estate industry. They explore the impact of rising mortgage rates, the strain on transaction volumes, and the operational crossroads many businesses face. From compressed wholesale fees to escalating acquisition costs, they discuss […]
Episode 10 | Syndications Continued
Breaking Banks: How Interest Rate Hikes Reshaped Real Estate Financing

From the Emergence of DSCR to Bank Failures: Navigating the Tides of Real Estate Financing The Fed’s rate hikes exposed weaknesses in real estate financing, leading to March 2023 bank failures. “Tightening until something breaks” became a reality. The first was Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), which failed on March 12. Three days later, Credit Suisse […]
Episode 9 | Syndications

Episode Summary: In this episode, Jack & Craig are joined by Fred Lewis and Ron Phillips to discuss multifamily real estate syndications. They discuss key elements of successful syndications, how transaction volumes have shifted over the past few years, the challenges that investors face today, and what to expect moving forward. Stream Now Overview of […]
Episode 8 | REI News Update

Episode Summary: In this episode, Craig and Jack discuss current events and news that impact real estate investing strategies. Topics include Mortgage Industry Layoffs, the ‘Stop Predatory Investing Act,’ Rent Control Bills, Multifamily News, and more. Tune in to stay updated on the latest market insights. Stream Now Overview of Episode 8 Mortgage layoffs at […]
Episode 7 | Inventory, Demand, Interest Rates & Predictions

Episode Summary: In this episode, Craig and Jack discuss the latest current housing market trends. They explore the impact of low inventory on housing prices and the challenges buyers and agents face today. They also examine the present market situation, noting the drop in seller confidence and contracts. Finally, they analyze the effects of low […]
Episode 6 | Market Update

Episode Summary: In this episode, Craig & Jack discuss home builder pipelines, the influence of mortgage rates on buyer demand, regional variations in builder pricing, challenges of the permitting process, and how real estate lending supports these trends. Stream Now Overview of Episode 6 Craig and Jack analyze builder confidence and its impact on inventory. […]
Bonus Content | Navigating Today’s Cost of Capital

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hjt_mmQ7YyM Episode Summary: In this Real Investor Radio bonus content episode, hosts Craig Fuhr, Jack BeVier, and Fred Lewis delve into the current real estate market landscape and its implications for investors. They highlight the impact of the rising five-year treasury rate on the cost of capital for investors looking to add rental properties, discussing […]
Episode 5 | iBuyers

Episode Summary: In this episode, Craig and Jack talk iBuyers. Learn how they operate, make money, and what challenges they face today. They also discuss real estate appreciation for house flipping and the consequences of ignoring market fundamentals. Learn how to adapt your strategies to maximize profits by exploring opportunities in wholesaling, flipping, and rental […]
Episode 4 | Fix & Flip Lending