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In this episode of the Wise Investor Segment, Matty A breaks down a crazy week packed with macroeconomic developments and explains the massive disconnect between Main Street panic and Wall Street optimism . From the hottest inflation prints in three years to Trump's Beijing summit with American CEOs, Matty untangles the noise to show why smart money is positioning for short-term pain and long-term gain .Episode HighlightsThe Economic Data: Why real wages are declining and household debt hitting a record $18.8 trillion shouldn't cause panic if you look at the underlying drivers .The Beijing Summit: What Trump bringing top CEOs (like Elon Musk and Jensen Huang) to China means for AI infrastructure, Nvidia chip clearances, and global trade.The Energy Linchpin: Why Scott Bessent calls current inflation "transitory," and how keeping the Strait of Hormuz open is the master variable for the next 60 days Kevin Warsh & Rate Reality: How the newly confirmed Fed Chair adds to the uncertainty, and why markets believe lower energy prices will eventually lead to rate cuts .The Industrial Real Estate Play: Why the AI build-out and data center demand makes industrial and logistics real estate one of the strongest positions right now.Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text "XRAY" to 844-447-1555IIMAGOS INCOME FUND: Full Investor Presentation: Text “INCOME” to 844-447-1555

Money Moves is back as Matty A. and Ryan Breedwell unpack a wild convergence of market signals. The S&P 500 has smashed through the 7,400 mark, locking in the best April in a decade, completely shrugging off geopolitical tensions and historically low consumer sentiment. But not everyone is buying the hype. "Big Short" legend Michael Burry has placed a massive $1 billion short against AI darlings like Palantir and Nvidia. Is a bubble about to burst, or is the AI revolution just getting started?The guys break down why institutional giants like Blackstone are doubling down on AI infrastructure, preview the incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh replacing Jerome Powell, and discuss whether a July rate cut is still in the cards. Plus, updates on the 10 million single-family home shortage, surging multifamily vacancies, and why Ryan believes Ethereum's volume will eventually flip Bitcoin.Episode HighlightsMichael Burry’s Billion-Dollar Short: Analyzing Burry's massive bets against Nvidia and Palantir, and why Ryan argues the AI sector has real capital and utility backing it up, unlike the 2008 housing crisis.The S&P 500 Melt-Up: Unpacking the market's record-breaking run to 7,400, driven by broad participation beyond just the "Magnificent Seven."Fed Chair Shakeup: Jerome Powell is stepping down May 15th. What Kevin Warsh's Senate confirmation and hawkish history mean for the highly anticipated July rate cut.Geopolitical Chess: Trump is taking Elon Musk and Tim Cook to meet with China's Xi Jinping, while Russia signals a ceasefire in Ukraine.Real Estate Realities: Why the US is short 10 million single-family homes, the impact of 13-18% hard money rates, and Blackstone's $150 billion pivot into data center REITs.Crypto Watch: Bitcoin hovers near $81.7k, but Ethereum's trading volume is rapidly closing the gap.Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text "XRAY" to 844-447-1555IIMAGOS INCOME FUND: Full Investor Presentation: Text “INCOME” to 844-447-1555

Retail real estate isn't dead; it's just evolving. In this episode, Matty A. breaks down why the "retail apocalypse" narrative was a costly lie and how smart investors are currently capitalizing on the strongest shopping center valuations in a decade. Listeners will learn which retail sectors are thriving—such as grocery-anchored and open-air centers. Matty A. also explains why big-box vacancies are actually massive opportunities for expanding national brands. Find out how you can position yourself before institutional capital fully re-enters the market and compresses cap rates. Plus, get the details on the newly launched Amogus Income Fund for passive debt investors. Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text "XRAY" to 844-447-1555IIMAGOS INCOME FUND: Full Investor Presentation: Text “INCOME” to 844-447-1555

In this episode of the Wise Investor Segment, host Matty A breaks down the massive leadership shift happening at the Federal Reserve and what it means for your real estate portfolio . With Jerome Powell stepping down and Kevin Warsh taking the helm, the Fed is experiencing its most divided vote since 1992 . Matty details how sticky inflation, geopolitical tensions, and Warsh's new philosophies will impact your cost of capital and strategy over the next 18 months.Episode HighlightsThe New Fed Chair: Who Kevin Warsh is, why he views AI as deflationary, and why his philosophy marks a major shift from the Powell era .The Rate Reality: Why you need to stop assuming borrowing costs will drop meaningfully this year and start stress-testing your floating rate debt at 6.5% to 7%.The Transition Window: How the typical 60 to 90-day institutional pause during new Fed leadership creates a unique buying opportunity for investors with dry powder .Passive Income: Details on the newly launched Amagos Income Fund, a private investment debt fund targeting a 10% return prioritizing downside protection .Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text "XRAY" to 844-447-1555IIMAGOS INCOME FUND: Full Investor Presentation: Text “INCOME” to 844-447-1555

Welcome back to another episode of Money Moves! Despite rising bond yields and inflation fears, the stock market is ripping to new all-time highs. Hosts Matty A. and Ryan Breedwell are here to break down this massive macroeconomic divergence and explain why the "haves and have-nots" dynamic is reshaping the financial landscape.In this episode, the guys discuss the recent crypto relief rally, the timeline for mass institutional adoption with the upcoming "Genius Act," and Charles Schwab’s rollout of direct spot trading. Plus, with Kevin Warsh preparing to take over the Fed, Ryan doubles down on his July rate cut prediction. Finally, they dive into the housing market's latest data, revealing why the median age of first-time homebuyers has hit a record 40 years old.Episode HighlightsCrypto's Next Era: Bitcoin's push past $81k, why leverage caused crypto to lag the broader market rally, and how the expected "Genius Act" could trigger massive institutional holding by 2027.The Stock Market Defies Gravity: Why equities are hitting all-time highs despite the 10-year Treasury climbing back above 4.4% and core PCE inflation running hot at 3.2%.The New Fed Chair: Analyzing the transition from Jerome Powell to Kevin Warsh and why Ryan is still betting on a July rate cut to fuel the bull market.Real Estate Distress & Demand: Foreclosures are rising, yet buyer demand remains. A deep dive into the cost of renting vs. buying and the psychological shift in younger generations regarding the "American Dream."ETF vs. Stock Picking: Ryan’s strategy for building a rock-solid portfolio using broad market ETFs to balance out high-risk individual stock picks.Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text "XRAY" to 844-447-1555IIMAGOS INCOME FUND: Full Investor Presentation: Text “INCOME” to 844-447-1555

The macro backdrop might look fragile, but the markets are ripping higher. On this episode of Money Moves, hosts Matty A. and Ryan Breedwell cut through the noise to explain why Wall Street is shrugging off the US-Iran conflict and driving the S&P 500 to new all-time highs.The guys break down the UAE's shocking exit from OPEC, JP Morgan's record-breaking quarter, and why Paul Tudor Jones' warning of a 35% market correction might be missing the mark. Plus, Matty and Ryan discuss the latest real estate data showing price dips, offering a silver lining and creative buying opportunities for investors willing to navigate the current housing market.Episode HighlightsGeopolitical Chess: The UAE removes itself from OPEC after 59 years to strategically drop oil prices and put financial pressure on Iran.Market Melt-Up: The S&P 500 is up 9.9% in April, largely driven by a 37.2% surge in semiconductor stocks and strong Magnificent Seven performance.The Fed's Next Move: With the DOJ closing its investigation into Jerome Powell, the guys preview his final FOMC speech and predict a dovish new Fed Chair with a potential rate cut in July.Fading the Fear: Ryan counters billionaire Paul Tudor Jones' prediction of a 35% bear market correction, explaining how modern retail traders and fast-moving liquidity have altered traditional market cycles.AI Trading Bots: Gemini becomes the first to launch "agentic trading," allowing AI models like ChatGPT and Claude to autonomously execute crypto trades.Real Estate Reset: US home prices dipped in February for the first time since June 2025, opening the door for creative seller financing and unique buying opportunities.Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text "XRAY" to 844-447-1555IIMAGOS INCOME FUND: Full Investor Presentation: Text “INCOME” to 844-447-1555

The macro backdrop might look fragile, but the markets are ripping higher. On this episode of Money Moves, Matty A. and Ryan Breedwell cut through the noise to explain why Wall Street is shrugging off the US-Iran conflict.From JP Morgan cashing in on record volatility to the US Navy’s strategic blockade choking the Iranian economy , the guys break down how to interpret the headlines and position your portfolio for the rest of the year. Plus, breaking news: Jerome Powell is officially stepping down as Fed Chair , and Matty announces the official SEC filing of his brand new 10% target return private debt fund.Episode HighlightsThe War "Head Fake": How the market erased losses and surged higher despite a lack of an official peace deal and a jump in CPI.Wall Street Wins: JP Morgan posted its second-best quarter in history, raking in $11.6 billion in trading revenue off geopolitical volatility.Blockade Strategy: Breaking down the US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and its $400 billion-a-day impact on Iran.Powell Steps Down: Jerome Powell has officially announced his exit. Ryan predicts a dovish replacement and a likely rate cut in July.Real Estate Reality: The US is short 10 million single-family homes , while the commercial sector faces mounting distress and an uptick in "deeds in lieu".The Amagos Income Fund: Matty A. announces the launch of his new private debt fund, targeting 10% fixed returns paid out monthly.Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text "XRAY" to 844-447-1555IIMAGOS INCOME FUND: Full Investor Presentation: Text “INCOME” to 844-447-1555

Welcome back to another episode of Money Moves with hosts Matty A. and Ryan Breedwell. The macro backdrop might look fragile, but the markets are ripping higher. Are we witnessing a masterclass in market psychology?This week, Matty and Ryan break down the wild week of trading, the reality behind Trump's posturing in the Middle East, and why JP Morgan just posted record profits off the geopolitical volatility. Plus, breaking news: Jerome Powell is officially stepping down, July rate cuts are back on the table, and Matty makes a massive announcement regarding the launch of his new debt fund.Episode HighlightsThe War "Head Fake": How the market shrugged off the US-Iran conflict, erasing losses and surging higher on ceasefire rumors and strategic blockades.JP Morgan’s Masterclass: JPM posted a record $11.6 billion in trading revenue for Q1. What this means for institutional confidence and the retail investors trying to time the market.Powell is Out: Jerome Powell has officially announced he is stepping down. Ryan breaks down why this all but guarantees a dovish replacement and a rate cut by July.Real Estate Reality Check: The US is short 10 million single-family homes, but the commercial sector is facing major distress with rising "deeds in lieu."Fund Launch: Matty A. officially announces the SEC filing of the Amagos Income Fund, a private debt fund targeting 10% fixed returns paid monthly.Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text "XRAY" to 844-447-1555IIMAGOS INCOME FUND: Full Investor Presentation: Text “INCOME” to 844-447-1555

What a time to be an investor! On this episode of Money Moves, Matty A. and Ryan Breedwell dive into the massive market volatility driven by the escalating US-Iran conflict and President Trump's intense posturing. With an 8 PM deadline looming and futures swinging wildly on ceasefire rumors, Ryan breaks down how institutional money is playing the chaos—and why you should stick to your plan. Plus, they explore a groundbreaking new crypto-backed mortgage product and the growing distress in the commercial real estate market.Episode HighlightsThe Geopolitical Shockwaves: Ryan discusses the wild market swings, noting that despite the intense headlines and Trump's 8 PM deadline, he successfully bought the dip last Thursday right before a major market rally. They analyze the impact of "The Don" and his aggressive posturing on the world stage.Oil, Inflation & The Fed: Despite the noise, oil prices are retracting, and Ryan predicts a sub-3% CPI report. They also discuss the future of interest rates, with Ryan firmly predicting a rate cut in July once the new Fed Chair is appointed.Crypto Enters the Mortgage Market: Coinbase and Fannie Mae have partnered with Better Home and Finance to allow homebuyers to use Bitcoin and USDC as collateral for down payments, a major step for crypto integration in traditional finance.Commercial Real Estate Distress: CMBS distress debt rates have climbed to 12%, with delinquency cycles reaching 9.6%. Matty breaks down what this means for regional banks and commercial investors caught in the "messy middle" of maturing loans.Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text "XRAY" to 844-447-1555

n this episode of the Millionaire Mindcast, host Matty A. sits down with Sam Morris, a partner at LSC Real Estate. Sam shares his incredible journey of transitioning from an 18-year career in corporate banking to building a massive portfolio of nearly 6,000 units across Texas. With over $800 million in real estate transactions under his belt, Sam unpacks how to underwrite deals like a bank and the importance of maintaining strict leverage at 65% for heavy risk mitigation.They also dive into the nuances of raising capital using 1031 exchanges and how Sam managed to survive a massive setback when a hurricane destroyed his very first 100% leased property down to 12% overnight. If you're looking to understand the current multifamily real estate cycle and how to protect your capital in today's unpredictable market, this episode delivers a masterclass in smart investing.Sam Morris’s ResourcesWebsite: lscre.com Episode Sponsored By:Discover Financial Millionaire Mindcast Shop: Buy the Rich Life Planner and Get the Wealth-Building Bundle for FREE! Visit: https://shop.millionairemindcast.com/CRE MASTERMIND: Visit myfirst50k.com and submit your application to join!FREE CRE Crash Course: Text “FREE” to 844-447-1555FREE Financial X-Ray: Text "XRAY" to 844-447-1555