In this episode, Matt examines the current economic landscape marked by billionaire Ray Dalio's financial crisis warning, illegal tariffs, and a shrinking US economy. They delve into the impact of AI spending, trade court rulings, and the ongoing tug-of-war between the Federal Reserve and the White House. The discussion extends to the housing market, noting significant price drops in major metros while highlighting stable demand in certain cities. Matt advises on navigating this turmoil, emphasizing the importance of strategic positioning, nimble decision-making, and focusing on real returns. Practical advice includes locking in lines of credit, stress-testing deals, and focusing on rental properties to withstand economic volatility.

BUT BEFORE THAT, hear why Musk is pulling back the curtain before he leaves!

About the off-market real estate strategy I mentioned at the end:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EV7cmIuBujFRZqOswpj5Rz5NwdMdY7EddVxbux3rAMY/edit?tab=t.0

Two easy ways to beat the system:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UmDXBPlQ3sMzbi9kxPiM-t3ygGz22VOL6Kmn_fwQEzk/edit?pli=1&tab=t.0

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