Real Investor Radio Podcast

For our introductory episode, Craig & Jack talk about the state of the real estate marketing today, how we got here, and where are we headed. What opportunities are on the horizon and how can you optimize your business moving forward?

In this episode, Craig Fuhr and Jack BeVier discuss their Thanksgiving experiences, reflecting on non-traditional meals and family traditions. They highlight insights from industry guests and the importance of learning from their journeys in real estate. The conversation shifts to the IMN conference, where they share observations about market sentiment and the evolving landscape of real estate investing. They provide advice for new investors, emphasizing the significance of deal flow and the challenges of cash flow in the early years. The episode concludes with a discussion on DSCR financing and the future of the market, particularly in relation to insurance companies' involvement.

In this episode, Joakim Mortensen from CoreVest discusses the evolution of investor lending in real estate over the past decade. He highlights CoreVest's unique offering of non-recourse financing, explaining the underwriting process and the importance of property valuation and market experience. Joakim also delves into challenges faced when introducing a new asset class to Wall Street and the significance of liquidity and industry collaboration. The conversation touches on the evolution of credit enhancements and loan features, along with the impact of ownership transition from Colony Capital to Redwood Trust. Joakim shares insights on market challenges and opportunities, including the influence of interest rates and the role of securitization. He concludes with a discussion on borrower profiles for CoreVest.

After attending IMN's Single Family Rental West event in Scottsdale, AZ, Craig & Jack debrief on lessons learned. They discuss key take away from expert panels and one-on-one conversations with investors across the US.

The conversation revolves around the recent settlement between the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and several brokerages, which will result in more negotiation of commissions. This settlement will lower the cost of buying and selling a home for buyers and sellers but may drive some real estate agents out of business. The traditional model of listing agents setting a fixed commission in the MLS will no longer be the norm. Instead, commissions will be individually negotiated between buyers and their agents. This change may lead to the emergence of different models to cater to different levels of service needed by buyers.