Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman

Jason and Michael Zuber talk about how economic downturns routinely expose financial fraudsters, incompetent operators, and Ponzi scheme creators who hide behind impressive resumes and polished marketing during boom periods. Entrusting capital to external syndicators and fund managers strips away investor rights while leaving individuals vulnerable to hidden fees, self-dealing, and total financial ruin. High-profile criminals like Bernie Madoff and recent syndicators sentenced to prison demonstrate that even initially legitimate businesses can resort to illegal number manipulation when market conditions sour. To protect one's wealth against these hidden risks, investors must prioritize direct investment and maintain personal control over...

Economist Eric Basmagian joins Jason to analyze current economic trends, focusing specifically on the housing market, inflation, and recession risks. He explains that although homebuilder profit margins have compressed and residential construction has slowed, broader macroeconomic indicators—such as rising AI capital spending and a cyclical upturn in manufacturing employment—have kept recession probability remarkably low. Basmagian also addresses the unique dynamics of the modern labor market, noting that while layoffs remain historically rare due to labor shortages, finding new employment has become exceptionally challenging, particularly for younger demographics. Finally, they discuss the long-term productivity impacts of artificial intelligence, sugg...

Although predictions of 9% mortgage rates remain speculative, experts Jason and Michael Zuber note that such a drastic increase would severely cripple home construction and halt existing real estate turnover. Despite these challenges, the housing market would be stabilized by a persistent inventory shortage and a lack of distressed owners, since a vast majority of current borrowers secured low rates during the pandemic. For current property owners and investors, high rates actually offer significant advantages by strengthening the rental market, driving up rental income, and encouraging tenants to stay put much longer. Furthermore, buyers who navigate this chaotic economic environment...

This is Flashback Friday is from episode 998 published laste May 9, 2018.

Today's episode starts with an invitation to Jason's Philadelphia Creating Wealth seminar that's coming up soon. He also finishes his talk with Doug about portfolio reviews and making your money actually work for you.

Finally Jason talks to Dr. Eric Pichet, Professor & Director of Specialized Masters Program in Wealth Management & Real Estate Management at KEDGE Business School in France, about real estate around the world, as well as the current view of cryptocurrency by governments across the globe.

The two discuss how there...

In this interview, Jason Hartman and Adam Taggart, founder of Thoughtful Money, discuss the current state of the economy, markets, and future technology. Taggart explains that while he is cautiously realistic rather than purely bearish, long-term challenges like soaring national debt, inflationary pressures, and demographic shifts require investors to maintain an eye to defense. They explore the parallels between the dot-com boom and the modern artificial intelligence revolution, noting that while AI represents genuine technological progress, rapid labor displacement could trigger a societal transition crisis. Ultimately, Taggart advises individuals to prepare for market mean reversion, protect their wealth through...

Jason and Michael talk about the current real estate market and presents significant difficulties for short-term speculators, such as flippers and wholesalers, who rely on rapid exits and face severe challenges. In contrast, long-term value investors and dedicated operators who practice patience and maintain appropriate cash reserves are well-positioned to succeed. Elevated mortgage rates and lagging housing supply are creating pent-up rent inflation pressure, which will eventually drive up rental rates across the sector. Investors must prioritize sound fundamentals, utilizing fixed-rate debt and ensuring deals make financial sense from day one rather than betting on market appreciation. Ultimately, treating...

This Flashback Friday is from episode 1240 published last July 18, 2019.

Jason Hartman and Investment Counselor Adam start off today's show discussing the mindset of investors that needs to change. The whole idea of a "discount" isn't a reliable methodology for investors, things should be viewed in a win-win lens.

Then Jason talks with Gabriel Weinberg, founder of DuckDuckGo and author of Traction: How Any Startup Can Achieve Customer Growth and Super Thinking: The Big Book of Mental Models, about how you can use some of the mental models to help you achieve the returns you desire...

Jason is demonstrating his software tool called Property Tracker. He emphasizes that real estate is an eight-dimensional asset class offering multiple wealth-building benefits beyond basic cash flow and appreciation. Key financial concepts highlighted include cost segregation for accelerated tax savings and inflation-induced debt destruction, which reduces the real value of fixed-rate mortgages over time. Viewers are encouraged to utilize free online resources to customize deal metrics, run various market scenarios, and evaluate long-term investment returns accurately. Ultimately, Jason advocates for income property as a historically proven, tax-favored, and debt-favored asset class that outshines traditional single-dimension investments.

This Flashback Friday is from episode 1636 published last January 18, 2021.

Censorship and political speech, Jason Hartman asks you where the line is drawn. Remember, to maintain control, Jason Hartman's Commandment Number Three. 

Jason Hartman talks with Jim Richards, author of The New Great Depression. Jim shares his discoveries about the lockdown, the stock market's influence, and asset bubbles vs. asset inflation. 

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Property investors should prioritize seizing growth opportunities and actively avoid the opportunity costs of letting their capital remain idle. Current market conditions feature high mortgage rates and challenging housing affordability, yet human nature dictates that fear of loss remains a powerful motivator for market participation. Due to these economic hurdles, tenant retention has surged significantly as renters remain in place longer rather than attempting to purchase homes. Consequently, real estate investors can capitalize on compressed builder margins and various market incentives by consulting with professionals to optimize their portfolios.

America is currently facing a severe housing affordability...

Jason Hartman and guest Michael Zuber critique the proposed Home Ownership Promise Act, a government initiative designed to provide first-time homebuyers with up to $50,000 in grants via a five-to-one savings match. They argue that while the program is framed as a solution for housing affordability, it actually risks inflating home prices by stimulating demand without addressing the underlying lack of housing supply. Hartman contends that such subsidies primarily benefit existing asset owners and wealthy investors who can exploit loopholes, ultimately leaving the intended beneficiaries in a worse financial position. Beyond policy analysis, the conversation shifts into a broader debate...

This Flashback Friday is from episode 296 published last January 27, 2013.

Join Jason Hartman as he discusses some good takeaways from attendees, speakers and panel discussions at Meet The Masters of Income Property.

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• Best Practices in Property Management
• Jason Hartman: The Next 10 Commandments
• Market Profile: Atlanta, Georgia
• The Power of Analysis
• Market & Property Evaluation
• Entity Structures for Asset Protection
• Cost Effective Property Insurance Nationwide
• Market Profile: St. Robert, Missouri
• Mortgage Lender Panel - Overcoming Challenges: The Good, The Bad and...

Jason talks about the current state of the American housing market, specifically focusing on a prolonged supply shortage that began after the Great Recession. He highlights how elevated mortgage rates have created a "lock-in effect," discouraging current homeowners from selling and further tightening the inventory of available homes. This environment has led to increased rental demand, as potential buyers are forced to remain in the rental pool due to high costs and limited options. For real estate investors, these conditions are presented as a strategic advantage because limited supply and high demand exert upward pressure on rents...

This Flashback Friday is from eisode 1646 published last February 10, 2021.

Jason Hartman thanks all of the listeners for their comments and compliments. In this "compared to what?" themed episode, Jason responds to several clients' comments from socialism to interest rates. If you like what you're hearing, join the Empowered Investor Inner Circle for many benefits, including a more intimate and candid version of some more complex issues in the real estate industry. 

The number of centenarians has grown dramatically over the last two decades, which is good news for you as a human and a...

Jason is a guest on Adam Taggart's podcast and explores the current state of the American housing market, highlighting a unique period of low inventory and high interest rates. He argues that while affordability is at a forty-year low, the market remains resilient because existing homeowners are "locked in" by historically low mortgage rates. Unlike the 2008 financial crisis, there is a lack of distressed sellers and a significant surplus of home equity, which prevents a major price crash. The discussion also touches on the shift toward manufactured housing and the impact of a massive influx of multifamily...

This Flashback Friday is from episode 1645 published last February 8, 2021

Jason Hartman talks about the opportunities presented by the lurking crises. While some may have concerns about pending laws, people will vote with their feet - and end up in markets that investors might prefer. What can we make of Elon's latest Bitcoin move? Some are still throwing the dice at Bitcoin and similar crypto-currencies, but real estate proves to be a smarter investment. 

Chad Hewitt appropriately and humorously likens his scaffolding business to a short-term rental property. This Rich D...

In this 10th episode, Jason warns that the current stock market is a bubble reminiscent of the dot-com era, characterized by irrational business models and lack of profit. He contrasts these unstable tech investments with the reliability of real estate, noting that while some markets are cooling, a nationwide housing shortage continues to support property values. A significant portion of the discussion focuses on the construction labor gap, where the host argues that a reliance on immigrant labor has suppressed wages for American workers. He advocates for higher domestic wages and stricter immigration enforcement, suggesting that better...

Real estate experts Michael Zuber and Jason Hartman discuss five influential books that shaped Zuber's career and mindset. Zuber highlights The Millionaire Real Estate Investor for its relatable success stories and Be Obsessed or Be Average for validating his intense focus. He also emphasizes the importance of resilience and habit-building through titles like Embrace the Suck and Atomic Habits, which helped him navigate the difficult early years of investing. The conversation transitions into a broader lesson on the necessity of managing one's own business challenges rather than outsourcing them to corporations. Ultimately, they encourage their audience to curate a persona...

This Flashback Friday is from episode 689 published last June 21, 2016.

Kevin Maney writes a weekly column on technology and society for Newsweek magazine. He is the author of the new book Play Bigger: How Pirates, Dreamers, and Innovators Create and Dominate Markets, and has co-authored Making the World Work Better: The Ideas That Shaped a Century and a Company and The Two-Second Advantage: How We Succeed by Anticipating the Future...Just Enough. He shares his insights about what to look for when a company goes public too soon and what flaws are common amongst companies with dwindling values over...

Jason introduces Sahala Moshsin and her book "Paper Soldiers: How the Weaponization of the Dollar Changed the World Order" and discusses the impact of economic sanctions, particularly those imposed on Russia. They also explore the challenges faced by countries trying to work around the US dollar's global dominance, the mounting debt and its implications for the country's future, and the negative impacts of US currency policy on globalization. Lastly, Saleha discusses the current social and economic upheavals and the importance of understanding the economy through a currency lens.

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Jason and Michael offers a critical analysis of Melody Wright, a real estate commentator accused of spreading unsubstantiated "doomer" narratives regarding the housing market. They specifically debunk her claims of widespread mortgage fraud, explaining that modern banking regulations and randomized appraisal processes make such conspiracies nearly impossible to execute. They emphasize that inflating property values for "cash-out refis" would require a criminal RICO conspiracy involving multiple parties, which is highly unlikely in today's strict lending environment. Ultimately, Jason and Michael argue that Wright's predictions of a housing market collapse are factually incorrect and designed primarily to generate social media...

This Flashback Friday is from episode 331 published last August 7, 2013.

Meredith Whitney is the founder of Meredith Whitney Advisory Group and author of, "FATE OF THE STATES: The New Geography of American Prosperity."

Whitney believes "interior" states like North Dakota, Indiana and Texas are doing a lot better than "coastal" states like California, New York and Florida. She thinks the coastal states continue to struggle long after the recession, while the middle of the country will continue to thrive. 

Keeping these in mind, she discusses the outlook for the following areas: 

- Ho...

Jason welcomes his long-term client David Porter, a retired executive who began investing in residential real estate around 2008. David explains his unique "free lunch metric," which he used to identify stable neighborhoods by ensuring fewer than 50% of local students qualified for government-assisted meals. Throughout the discussion, the pair explores the benefits of buy-and-hold strategies in linear markets like Indianapolis, emphasizing cash flow over speculative appreciation. David shares practical advice on managing property managers, maintaining financial buffers, and the importance of professional oversight for supposedly passive investments. They conclude by highlighting how David's courageous investing during the Great...

Jason shares a curated list of seven influential books with Michael Zuber, focusing on themes of financial psychology, personal development, and economic outlooks. He highlights a contrast between "doomer" literature, which he argues fosters inaction, and "optimistic" works that celebrate modern abundance and technological progress. A significant portion of the discussion centers on shifting one's mindset from extreme scarcity to enjoying life through experiences and "memory dividends," as advocated in the book Die with Zero. Jason and Michael also touch upon the importance of strengthening one's attention span by treating it like a muscle in an era of digital...

This Flashback Friday is from episode 451 published last December 12, 2014.

Jason Hartman introduces today's Creating Wealth Show with a discussion about the benefits of being able to travel comfortably, the importance of getting what you want from a conference or event and he poses the huge question: Are we gearing up for another housing crash?

With a very clear focus on Wall Street for today's interview, Jason Hartman invites Mark Faulk, writer and co-producer of The Wall Street Conspiracy to talk about the state of America today, Goldman Sachs' growing...

Jason discusses the long-term impact of demographic shifts and declining birth rates on the global economy and real estate investments. While acknowledging these challenges, he reassures investors that significant market consequences likely will not manifest until the late 2040s. He also criticizes current immigration policies, suggesting that the nation should focus on attracting highly educated professionals rather than depleting resources from developing countries. To assist his audience in navigating these financial complexities, he heavily promotes his AI-driven tools and investment platforms which are trained on his extensive historical content. These resources, including a specialized AI avatar and...

This Flashback Friday is from episode 1630, published last January 4, 2021.

New Year, New Goals, Same proven asset class! Jason Hartman invites you to celebrate with him another fantastic year of prosperity for all real estate investors practicing some of Hartman's proven investment techniques. Following the celebration, we must look for the "what next" plan or goal. How do you build your goals? Do you write them down? Do you create realistically achievable goals? 

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Jason provides an overview of real estate investment strategies aimed at maximizing returns while minimizing potential losses. The narrator introduces the Hartman risk evaluator and the Land to Improvement (LTI) ratio as essential tools for making conservative, informed financial decisions. Listeners are encouraged to utilize Property Tracker software to analyze metrics such as inflation-induced debt destruction and the significant tax advantages of cost segregation. Additionally, he highlights new financing options, including 40-year terms and low-down-payment loans for both domestic and international investors. Ultimately, Jason emphasizes that viewing real estate as a multi-dimensional asset class allows for more predictable wealth...

Real estate experts Michael Zuber and Jason Hartman analyze common reasons why aspiring investors fail to achieve success. They argue that direct ownership is superior to passive syndications because it prevents investors from being exploited by dishonest or incompetent managers. They emphasize finding a "middle path" between over-analyzing data and being recklessly impulsive, suggesting that true wealth requires a decade-long commitment rather than a "shooting star" mentality. To succeed, individuals must focus their capital on a specific asset class while maintaining geographic diversity across three to five markets. Finally, they stress the importance of standardizing financial data and mastering...

This Flashback Friday is from episode 472 published last February 5, 2015.

In today's Creating Wealth intro, Jason invites his real estate counselor, Sara, on the show. Sara is excited about the Chicago real estate market. She is seeing some movement there as well as client interest. She also gives a friendly reminder to the Creating Wealth audience to make sure you do your due diligence with your income property to avoid any hassles and headaches. 

Jason gets right into the show today with his guest, Harvey Silverglate. Harvey Silverglate is an attorney, writer, and advocate for civil l...

Jason features Darius Dale, founder of 42 Macro, who provides a sophisticated analysis of the current economic landscape and its impact on interest rates. Dale argues that investors expecting mortgage rates to decline significantly will be disappointed, as structural shifts in global savings and a move toward easier monetary policy may perversely drive long-term yields higher. He introduces the concept of "play action pass" to describe a Federal Reserve that might briefly tighten rates to gain credibility before pivoting to a dovish stance by late 2026. The discussion also explores geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and new leadership at the...

Michael and Jason discuss a potential surge in mortgage rates to 7.5%, a shift they believe will severely impact housing affordability and market transactions. They predict that while high rates hurt flippers and wholesalers, "buy and hold" investors can benefit from rising rents and less competition from buyers. They highlight a brewing commercial real estate crisis, specifically in office and multi-family sectors, where a lack of liquidity may force massive foreclosures. Despite these challenges, Jason views single-family rentals as a resilient "least worst" investment compared to an overvalued stock market. Ultimately, Michael shares his strategy of using cash reserves to make aggress...

This Flashback Friday is from episode 1649 published last February 17, 2021.

Jason Hartman tees up an interview with Dan Amerman about the home being an investment. But before that, are the wind turbines helping or just blowing smoke? Currently, they're frozen. What has "the tolerant" tastelessly said about Rush Limbaugh's passing? 

Wealth is created with compound interest, making your dollar work for you. Dan Amerman talks with Jason Hartman about understanding, The Homeowner Wealth Formula. Dan says, "one way at looking at the mortgage is that it's a short against the do...

Rick Sharga, founder of CJ Patrick Company, discusses current housing market conditions and economic trends. Rick explains that despite mortgage rates tripling since the pandemic, the housing market has shown resilience with 49 consecutive months of year-over-year price increases, though sales volume remains down for three years. He noted that while affordability remains a challenge with a $40,000 wage gap for median-income buyers, recent data shows pending sales and mortgage purchase applications running ahead of last year, suggesting pent-up demand may soon drive market recovery. Rick highlighted that inflation concerns stem largely from energy price increases following the Iran...

Real estate experts Jason Hartman and Michael Zuber examines current demographic trends and their long-term impact on the housing market. They argue that while birth rates are declining, factors like migration and increased longevity maintain demand, suggesting a major supply shift won't occur until the mid-2040s. They emphasize the massive wealth gap between homeowners and renters, noting that owning property remains the most effective way to build net worth. Furthermore, they highlight how inflation acts as a beneficial tool for investors by eroding the real value of mortgage debt. Ultimately, Jason and Michael encourage listeners to...

This Flashback Friday is from episode 646 published last March 15, 2016.

If you are using microeconomics to plan for your future you may be ready to sell your assets and buy a "Preppers guide to self-sustainability". But, if you take a step back and look at the bigger picture of macroeconomics you will see that it's an amazing time to be alive. Jason's guest Jawad Mian says "the key is to watch the disruption". Manufacturing may be at an all time low but the services provided by Silicon Valley and the tech industry will offset any economic loss with...

In this 10th episode interview, Jason Christoff discusses the theory of "uglification," arguing that the modern shift toward brutalist architecture and unsightly fashion is a deliberate form of subconscious mind control. He explains that beautiful, geometric environments elevate human spirit and frequency, whereas drab, concrete structures are engineered to weaken the population's resolve. The conversation links this trend to social engineering tactics designed by ruling groups to foster a lower-vibration, more submissive society. By citing research on how vibration affects water and cellular health, Christoff suggests that aesthetic degradation in music and art serves as an invisible weapon against...

Real estate experts Michael Zuber and Jason Hartman talk about the current state of the housing market. They characterize the industry as unhealthy and broken, noting that low inventory and high mortgage rates have caused a severe decline in transaction volume. They explain that many homeowners are reluctant to sell because they do not want to lose their low COVID-era interest rates, leading to a lack of motivated sellers. Jason identifies 5.5% as a potential "magic rate" that could eventually unlock pent-up demand and encourage families to move. Ultimately, Jason and Michael highlights a unique economic environment where home prices...

This Flashback Friday is from episode 1616 published last December 15, 2020.

Land, gold, and art, or stocks, bonds, and cash? Jason Hartman talks with Dan Ferris, editor of Extreme Value and host of the Stansberry Investor Hour Podcast. "You need to learn to preserve wealth outside the financial system," Ferris said. Ferris and Hartman go in-depth discussing diversification and its importance versus playing it safe with multi-dimensional assets. Inflation; don't predict it, prepare for it.

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Jason advocates for income property as the most reliable and tax-advantaged asset class available to investors. He emphasizes the importance of shifting one's mindset beyond traditional Wall Street options like stocks and bonds to recognize the massive government incentives provided for rental housing. By framing real estate as a legitimate business, Jason explains how individuals can achieve financial independence through various tax deductions and diverse return streams. This episode also features a success story of clients who built a fifty-unit portfolio to escape corporate instability and secure their own wealth. Ultimately, Jason encourages listeners to expand their comfort...