This Month In Real Estate Investing

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This Month In Real Estate Investing, hosted by Denver, Colorado realtor and real estate investor James A. Brown, is a monthly, video, roundtable-style podcast that features your favorite real estate investing personalities to help discuss the month's REI news and events. Learn more at thismonthinrealestateinvesting.com

  1. FEB 1

    January 2026 • Deceptions. Fractures. Trials. Collision!

    January 2026 exposes a housing landscape defined by fraud, lawsuits, policy risk, buyer hesitation, and collapsing trust, forcing investors to rethink assumptions as pressure builds across every layer of the market. This month's news items: Big Changes Coming to Real Estate in 2026Fort Worth Couple Pleads Guilty to $5M Fraud2026 Real Estate OutlookSan Diego Man Charged in Investment FraudSouth Fulton Rental Scam Leaves Family Facing EvictionTrump TPS Cutoff Triggers Housing RiskTrump Targets Wall Street HousingCincinnati Investment Group Charged in $50M Bank FraudNYC Announces $2.1M Tenant Harassment SettlementZillow Faces New Steering LawsuitCalifornia Housing Crisis Drives Mass ExodusHomebuyers Backing Out at Record PaceGen Z Cognitive Decline and Denmark’s FixContact Info Hosted by the ever-vigilant James A. Brown: https://jamesbrownrealestate.com Guests: Sally Gimon: https://thetrustisyou.com/K. Trevor Thompson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ktrevorthompson/Jamie Finnen-Gratzer: https://theoptimalfinancialgroup.com/See more great content at https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/ Catch all USREI content on Real Estate On Air! https://www.realestateonair.fm/

    1h 46m

  2. JAN 10

    This Year In Real Estate Investing 2025 (The Reset No One Could Avoid)

    This Year in Real Estate Investing 2025 breaks down the policy shocks, capital shifts, cultural changes, and financial realities that quietly reset the housing market and forced investors to rethink risk, strategy, and long-term positioning. This year's top news items: Tariffs Froze New DevelopmentCTA Compliance Rule DisappearedInstitutions Chose IndustrialRent Control Drew a Line1031 and Bonus Depreciation SurvivedCalifornia Repriced Insurance RiskOffice Finally BrokeRate Cuts Lost Their PowerWashington Pivoted to SupplyCommission Collapse Never HappenedMigration Quietly ShiftedRecession-Proof Assets FailedContact Info Hosted by the ever-vigilant James A. Brown: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-brown-303/ Guests: Paul Anderson: https://verticalfundingcapital.com/Joseph Bodek: https://www.realestatementoringusa.com/Claude Diamond: https://www.claudediamond.com/Alina Herman: https://www.ourtopagent.com/Domenic Danino: https://www.rent2ownhomesus.com/Gabrielle Simmons: https://dealmakersco.com/See more great content at https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/ Catch all USREI content on Real Estate On Air! https://www.realestateonair.fm/

    2h 40m

  3. 11/30/2025

    November 2025 • Shock. Surge. Chaos. Breakpoint!

    November brings a surge of chaos across markets as data centers expand, scams multiply, policies shift, and investors rethink their strategy. This month’s roundup reveals a landscape transforming faster than anyone expected. This month's news items: Data Center DominationScottsdale Fake Heirs Home Sale ScamFannie Mae Kills Credit WallMamdani’s Landlord Government BlueprintTrump’s 50 Year Mortgage ShockCalifornia SB 79 Six Story BattlefieldsOahu Deed Forgery Property ScamRichmond Hill Crypto Fraud BustRotting in Mold Corporate NeglectInvestors Take Over America’s HeartlandToxic Los Angeles Investor AbandonmentNew Jersey 4.5 Million Mortgage ScamThe Art Of Letting GoContact Info Hosted by the ever-vigilant James A. Brown: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-brown-303/ Guests: Nathan Turner, https://earnestinvesting.com/Damion Lupo, https://damionlupo.com/See more great content at https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/ Catch all USREI content on Real Estate On Air! https://www.realestateonair.fm/

    2h 11m

  4. 10/26/2025

    October 2025 • Fraud, Fallout, Fortune, & Freedom

    October 2025 brought scandal, scams, and seismic shifts. From Vegas Ponzi schemes to Baltimore fraud and a nationwide rent freeze, TMIREI unpacks the chaos and the hidden opportunities driving the new investor reality. This month's news items: Phony NYC Broker Runs $25K Rental ScamTexas Couple Busted for $1.6M Deed Fraud$19M Wire Fraud Exposes Mortgage Cyber WeaknessGov’t Shutdown Adds Uncertainty to Housing MarketBillionaire’s Son Busted in $2M “Man Cave” ScamInvestors Now One-Third of HomebuyersNantucket Broker Fights Short-Term Rental LimitsMemphis Women Claim Investor Took Their MoneyBaltimore’s $100M Fraud Ring UncoveredVegas Lawyer Beasley’s $500M Ponzi CollapseOffice-to-Co-Living Conversions in PhoenixRent Growth Falls to 15-Year Low NationwideDave Ramsey Slams Millennials & Gen Z Contact Info Hosted by the ever-vigilant James A. Brown: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-brown-303/ Guests: Dave Foster, https://www.the1031investor.com/Patrick Grimes, https://passiveinvestingmastery.com/Fred Moskowitz, https://www.fredmoskowitz.com/ #USREI #TMIREI #JamesABrown #DaveFoster #PatrickGrimes #FredMoskowitz See more great content at https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/ Catch all USREI content on Real Estate On Air! https://www.realestateonair.fm/

    2h 6m

  5. 09/28/2025

    September 2025 • Fraud, Fortune, Crisis, and Empire!

    September 2025 unleashes a storm of scams, lawsuits, billionaire empires, and bold reinvention across the industry. From fraud and title pirates to mega investors and rent control battles, this month’s TMIREI covers it all. This month's news items: Indiana Men Sentenced Marfa Wire Fraud  Mega Investors Snapping Up Properties  Floral Park Attorney Guilty $1.7M Theft  Calvin Harris $22.5M Fraud Accusation  Title Pirates Targeting Vacant Properties  NAR Antitrust Suit “Bled Realtors Dry”  “Wolf of West Virginia” Fraud Sentencing  Venice Woman Posed as Agent Scammed Couple  AutoZone Repurposing Big Box Retailers  Six Flags Real Estate Monetization Push  Rent Control Debate Amid Housing Crisis  Richest Billionaires in Real Estate Contact Info Hosted by the ever-vigilant James A. Brown, the June 2025 episode unravels a head-spinning blend of headlines featuring legislative crackdowns, AI trickery, tech deceptions, tax hikes, and flat-out criminal fraud. Hosted by James A. Brown: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-brown-303/ Guests: James Michener: https://www.instagram.com/jamesrmichener/ #USREI #TMIREI #JamesABrown #JamesMichener See more great content at https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/ Catch all USREI content on Real Estate On Air! https://www.realestateonair.fm/

    1h 15m

  6. 08/30/2025

    August 2025 • Fraud, Power, Closure, Collapse, and Blood!

    August 2025 delivers one of the most dramatic months yet; executive shootings, fraud schemes, lawsuits, deregulation, and collapsing confidence. TMIREI unpacks the chaos, showing how every headline shakes investor trust and reshapes tomorrow! This month's news items: - Texas Senate Approves Deed Fraud Bill - Blackstone Exec Shot, Fund Fallout - Milwaukee Businessman Charged With Investor Fraud - U.S. Sues Developer Over Native Artifacts - Energy Star Program Axed, CRE Fallout - Trump Order Opens 401(k)s to Crypto & Real Estate - Viral Agent Rant Blames Investors for Housing Crisis - San Francisco Office Vacancies Drop, ‘Gold Rush’ Returns - Shohei Ohtani, Agent Sued in Hawaii Project Dispute - Ray Dalio Warns Against Real Estate in Current Economy - Trump Revokes Biden Antitrust Order, Shifts Competition Policy - DOGE Lease Cancellations Hit CRE Market Hard - 11 Things You Shouldn't Use ChatGPT for, and Why You'll Regret It (01:59) - James Brown Opens the Show and Introduces Guests (03:53) - Dave Foster Shares Background and 1031 Exchange Focus (05:00) - Scott Royal Smith Shares Legal and Investing Background (06:16) - Texas Senate Approves Deed Fraud Bill (10:33) - Manhattan Blackstone Executive Shooting Fallout (20:27) - Milwaukee Investor Fraud Case Uncovered (28:08) - U.S. Government Lawsuit Over Native American Artifacts (33:58) - Accelerated Capital Advertising Break (35:20) - Energy Star Program Elimination Debate (48:10) - Trump Order Opens 401(k)s to Crypto and Property (55:55) - Viral Agent Housing Crisis Rant Discussion (1:14:35) - San Francisco Commercial Rebound and AI Surge (1:27:49) - Shohei Ohtani Hawaii Development Lawsuit (1:29:13) - Ray Dalio Warns Against Property Investing (1:36:09) - Trump Revokes Biden Antitrust Order (1:44:31) - DOGE Lease Cancellations Hit CRE Market (1:52:06) - Fun News: 11 Things Not to Use ChatGPT For (1:56:29) - Closing Remarks, Sponsor Thanks, and Guest Contact Info Hosted by the ever-vigilant James A. Brown, the June 2025 episode unravels a head-spinning blend of headlines featuring legislative crackdowns, AI trickery, tech deceptions, tax hikes, and flat-out criminal fraud. Hosted by James A. Brown: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-brown-303/ Guests: Dave Foster: https://www.the1031investor.com/ Scott Royal Smith: https://royallegalsolutions.com/ #USREI #TMIREI #JamesABrown #DaveFoster #ScottRoyalSmith #EricBurns See more great content at https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/ Catch all USREI content on Real Estate On Air! https://www.realestateonair.fm/ 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍

    1h 58m

  7. 07/27/2025

    July 2025 • Power, Exodus, Scandal, Survival, and Scams!

    TMIREI dives into July’s seismic market events, from tax victories and broker defiance to massive fraud, floods, and innovation. Discover how investors can pivot fast to stay ahead and turn chaos into opportunity. See full article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/this-month-in-real-estate-investing-july-2025-power-exodus-scandal-survival-and-scams/ (00:00) - Show Introduction and Opening Remarks (00:32) - USREI Commercial Segment (01:26) - UMN Audio Branding Segment (01:40) - Host Introduction and Episode Overview (03:25) - Guest Introduction: Paul Anderson (04:00) - Guest Introduction: James Wang (05:22) - News Discussion: Senate Tax Bill Wins (10:58) - Debate Over NAR and Clear Cooperation (21:56) - Detroit Lawsuit Against Blockchain Rental Firm (30:24) - Regulation and Education in Crowdfunding (33:51) - NYC Mayoral Candidate Promotes Communal Living (41:02) - Policy Versus Politics Debate (46:11) - Accelerated Capital Commercial Segment (47:34) - California Exodus and Relocation Trends (54:45) - Impact of Migration on Local Economies (56:09) - Ponzi Scheme Charges for Flipping NJ (01:00:31) - Jake Paul’s $39 Million Ranch Purchase (01:06:55) - Universe Media Publishing Commercial Segment (01:07:23) - Massachusetts Senior Housing Fire Risks (01:15:48) - Devastating Texas Floods and Market Fallout (01:23:44) - New Hampshire Developer Fraud Case (01:28:03) - Fraud Impacts on Investor Confidence (01:30:34) - Humanoid Robots Performing Medical Procedures (01:37:02) - Robotics in Construction and Housing (01:42:15) - Solutions for Housing Shortages and Affordability (01:42:56) - Show Wrap-Up, Guest Contact Info, and Closing This month's news items:- Senate Passes Tax Bill With Major Wins- Compass Refuses Clear Cooperation Rule- Detroit Sues Blockchain Rental Giant- NYC Candidate Pushes Communal Living- California Exodus Accelerates- Moguls Rally Behind Adams Amid Threats- NJ Investor Indicted in Multi-Million Scam- Jake Paul Buys Massive Georgia Ranch- Massachusetts Senior Housing Fire- Texas Floods Destroy Homes, Raise Risk- NH Developer Admits to Fraud, Abandons Projects- Robot Performs Medical Procedures Remotely Hosted by the ever-vigilant James A. Brown, the June 2025 episode unravels a head-spinning blend of headlines featuring legislative crackdowns, AI trickery, tech deceptions, tax hikes, and flat-out criminal fraud. Hosted by James A. Brown: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-brown-303/ Guests: Paul Anderson: https://verticalfundingcapital.com/ James Wang: https://reai.co/ #USREI #TMIREI #JamesABrown #PaulAnderson #JamesWang See more great content at https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/ Catch all USREI content on Real Estate On Air! https://www.realestateonair.fm/

    1h 45m

  8. 06/28/2025

    June 2025 • Mansion Mayhem, Wholesale Wars, and Blockchain Betrayals

    TMIREI June 2025 pulls back the curtain on mansion taxes, wholesaler regulations, blockchain fraud, and explosive lawsuits shaking the investing world. See full article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/this-month-in-real-estate-investing-june-2025-mansion-mayhem-wholesale-wars-and-blockchain-betrayals/ New Jersey Mansion Tax Hike BacklashNH Warns of Quit Claim Deed FraudFlorida Rental Scam Exposes DeepfakesCo-Living Rises as Global TrendOhio Senate Passes Wholesaling BillCardone Slams Fed Over Housing MarketCalifornia Sues Tycoon for Tenant AbuseNAR Fees Challenged in New LawsuitSmall Investors Dominate 59 Percent of MarketOpendoor Settles $39M AI Misrepresentation CaseMiami Woman Steals $1.6M in Fake Investment ScamCrypto Scams Shake Blockchain Housing MarketFOPO Labeled Hidden Mental Epidemic When Chaos Meets Capital: The Unfiltered Reality of June’s Market Shocks This month, This Month In Real Estate Investing (TMIREI) delivers a scorching review of America’s investment battlefield. Hosted by the ever-vigilant James A. Brown, the June 2025 episode unravels a head-spinning blend of headlines featuring legislative crackdowns, AI trickery, tech deceptions, tax hikes, and flat-out criminal fraud. (00:00) - Show Introduction and Housekeeping (01:26) - Platform Sponsorship Message (01:41) - TMIREI Episode Kickoff and Guest Overview (09:59) - New Jersey Mansion Tax Debate (17:23) - Quit Claim Deed Fraud in New Hampshire (20:42) - Deepfake Rental Scam in Florida (31:17) - Co-Living as an Affordable Housing Solution (39:57) - Wholesaling Legislation and Market Ethics (46:33) - High Interest Rates and Market Impact (50:50) - Lawsuit Targets Southern California Landlord (58:00) - NAR Membership Lawsuit and Fee Controversy (1:03:06) - Rise of Small Investors Nationwide (1:10:40) - Opendoor Settles $39M AI Lawsuit (1:17:00) - $1.6M Miami Real Estate Scam (1:21:00) - Blockchain Failures and Crypto Scams in Housing (1:32:45) - FOPO: The Fear That Paralyzes Progress (1:36:45) - Show Wrap-Up and Guest Resources Hosted by James A. Brown with guests Amresh Singh, Curt Moore, and Joel Miller #USREI #TMIREI #JamesABrown #JoelMiller See more great content at https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/

    1h 42m
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This Month In Real Estate Investing, hosted by Denver, Colorado realtor and real estate investor James A. Brown, is a monthly, video, roundtable-style podcast that features your favorite real estate investing personalities to help discuss the month's REI news and events. Learn more at thismonthinrealestateinvesting.com

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  • Creator
    United States Real Estate Investor
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    42
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