E37: Fed Raise Rates, Malls to Self Storage & Migrant Opportunity [Video]

In this episode, we’re talking about some big economic and political topics! First up, we’re diving into the economy and discussing whether the Federal Reserve is still likely to lower or raise interest rates in 2024. Then, we’re looking at whether it makes sense to try to turn shopping malls are turning into self storage facilities and the challenges that come with it. Lastly, we’re discussing how immigration affects the housing market, especially with more people seeking asylum at the US-Mexico border.

Topic Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
6:29 Fed Raise Rates
29:39 Malls to Self Storage
47:39 Migrant Opportunity
1:07:11 Top 10 & Games

Connect with the guys:

J Scott: http://www.JScott.com
Mauricio Rauld: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnPedp0WHxpIUWLTVhNN2kQ
AJ Osborne: https://www.ajosborne.com/
Kyle Wilson: https://www.bardowninvestments.com/

J Scott (he goes by “J”) is an entrepreneur, investor, advisor, author, and partner at Bar Down Investments, focused on buying and repositioning large multifamily properties. In the past fifteen years, J has bought, built, rehabbed, sold, lent-on and held over $150M in property around the country. J holds strategic advisor roles in several companies and is the author of five BiggerPockets books on real estate investing, including the best-selling, The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs. He is also co-host of the award winning Drunk Real Estate podcast.

Mauricio Rauld is a standout syndication attorney renowned for his ability to explain legal jargon in plain English. As the founder and CEO of Premier Law Group, he dedicates his practice to helping real estate syndicators raise capital for financial independence. With nearly two decades of securities experience, Mauricio specializes in Reg D exempt offerings and educates investors worldwide on navigating securities laws. Recognized as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, he shares stages with industry giants like Robert Kiyosaki and Ken McElroy. Passionate about education, Mauricio travels nationally to speak to investors, emphasizing the legal aspect of syndication. A UC Berkeley and Loyola Law School graduate, Mauricio resides in Southern California with his wife and children.

AJ Osborne is an American entrepreneur, businessman, and investor who owns and manages his self storage portfolio of over $350 million of assets through his companies Cedar Creek Capital, Bitterroot Holdings, and Clearwater Benefits. He’s the owner and host of the largest self storage podcast, Self Storage Income.

Kyle Wilson is Ashley Wilson’s husband.