The OMC Real Estate Podcast

When Trump moved to curb Wall Street’s role in buying single-family homes, it sparked instant debate.

Was this real relief for homebuyers—or just a symbolic move?

Who is the policy actually targeting?

And can restricting investors really fix housing affordability?

In this episode, Vaibhav Puranik breaks down what the executive order changes, what it leaves untouched, and why the real housing problem runs much deeper than Wall Street.

A must-listen for anyone watching the future of housing, policy, and real estate investing.

Everyone talks about Bitcoin and Ethereum like they’re the same thing.

According to Vaibhav Puranik, that’s the biggest mistake most people make.

In this episode, Vaibhav breaks down a simple but powerful idea: Bitcoin and Ethereum were built for completely different purposes. One is designed for digital scarcity. The other is built to power an entire economic system.

Why does Bitcoin’s fixed supply matter so much?

If Ethereum can keep being created, why does it still gain value?

And why do serious investors stop asking “Bitcoin or Ethereum?” and start asking a very different question?

If you’ve ever felt confused by crypto conversations—or felt like something important was being skipped—this episode will change how you see both assets.

In this conversation—originally featured on The Property Profits Podcast and reshared by The OMC Real Estate Podcast—Vaibhav Puranik joins Dave Dubeau to explain why California is actually his preferred market, and how he’s successfully closed multiple multifamily deals where others refuse to look.

Vaibhav breaks down why rent control isn’t always the obstacle it’s made out to be, how California’s capped property taxes create long-term predictability, and why steady appreciation can reduce volatility. He also shares how he attracts high-earning professionals in tech by focusing on education, transparency, and long-term trust.

If you’ve written off California without looking under the hood, this episode offers a grounded, experience-backed perspective on where opportunity can still exist.

Holding cash feels safe. Responsible. Comfortable.

But what does it really cost over time?

In this episode of the OMC Real Estate Podcast, Vaibhav Puranik shares a personal story that sparked a deeper realization about money sitting idle—and how often “playing it safe” quietly works against long-term wealth.

We explore why high-income professionals accumulate cash without meaning to, how inflation and missed compounding slowly erode purchasing power, and why waiting for the “perfect moment” rarely pays off. This conversation isn’t about taking reckless risks—it’s about giving your money a purpose.

If you’ve ever wondered how much cash is too much, or whether comfort today is costing you flexibility tomorrow, this episode will challenge the way you think about money, time, and investing.

Tune in to rethink the role of cash—and the true value of putting money to work.

Most of the biggest AI companies aren’t public—and they may not be for years. So how are investors getting exposure before IPOs?

In this episode, we explore secondary investing—the lesser-known market where existing shareholders sell private company stakes. You’ll learn why secondary markets exist, how they work in the AI era, where access comes from, and the real risks around illiquidity, valuation, and timing.

Curious about Decentralized Finance but never had the time — or the patience — to decode the jargon?

In this episode, Vaibhav Puranik breaks down DeFi in a calm, practical, and approachable way. No hype. No crypto bro language. Just a clear explanation of what DeFi is, how it works at a high level, what people are actually using it for, and the real risks you should understand before dipping a toe in.

You’ll learn how smart contracts replace traditional intermediaries, why platforms like Uniswap, Aave, and Lido matter, and how concepts like programmable money and open financial rails are slowly reshaping the language of modern finance.

Whether DeFi becomes the future of finance or simply influences parts of it, this episode will give you the clarity you need to feel informed — not overwhelmed.

Amit and Seeta never expected a real estate investment form to change how they thought about family, money, and the future.

In this episode, a simple checkbox leads them into discovering the truth about living trusts, wills, probate, and estate planning. Through a powerful story, you’ll learn why wills are not enough, how living trusts protect families, what probate really costs, and how to safeguard your child’s future before something unexpected happens.

If you own property, invest in real estate, or have a family, this episode may change how you think about protecting what you’ve built.

Because some investments grow money.

Others protect your family.

In this episode, Vaibhav Puranik shares the real story of how he chose between Whole Life and Term Life Insurance back in 2014—when he had a toddler at home and another baby on the way. Whole Life sounded impressive with its “cash value” and tax perks, but the numbers told a different story. He breaks down the key differences, what actually happens to cash value, how the tax treatment compares, and which option he ultimately chose.

Ever driven past a self-storage facility and wondered why these plain, boxy buildings make so much money?

In this episode, we unlock the hidden business behind America’s favorite “out of sight, out of mind” industry. From life transitions to investor returns, from oversupply challenges to apps like Clutter changing the rules — this is the full insider breakdown of how self-storage really works.

If you’ve ever been curious about the business of holding other people’s stuff… this one’s for you.

What happens to real estate when cars start driving themselves? In this episode, Vaibhav Puranik explores how autonomous vehicles could reshape where we live, work, and invest. From Los Angeles freeways filled with Waymos to the suburbs poised for revival, this story dives into how self-driving technology will transform commuting, parking, industrial spaces, and even city zoning.