Groundfloor Market Trends

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Groundfloor Market Trends

Welcome to the Groundfloor Market Trends podcast, your go-to source for in-depth discussions on the forces shaping today’s real estate market. Hosted by real estate veteran Patrick Donoghue, this podcast dives into macroeconomic trends, expert insights, and conversations with leading developers and real estate professionals. Whether you’re an aspiring investor, a seasoned expert, or simply fascinated by the housing market, this podcast offers valuable perspectives on the opportunities and challenges in residential real estate. Stay informed, stay inspired, and stay ahead with Groundfloor Market Trends.

  1. FEB 17

    Episode 14 Groundfloor Market Trends: Expert Tips for Resilient Real Estate Investing with Dustin Cole

    In Episode 14 of Groundfloor Market Trends Podcast, host Patrick Donoghue welcomes seasoned real estate investor and CEO of Southern Specialty Properties, Dustin Cole. With 20 years of experience navigating the highs and lows of market cycles, Dustin shares his expert insights on successful residential fix and flip projects, new construction, and property management. Learn about Dustin’s transition from banking to borrowing, how he leverages the Groundfloor platform to drive his business, and strategies for staying resilient amid high interest rates and construction cost pressures. Perfect for both veteran and aspiring real estate investors, this episode offers valuable knowledge for finding opportunities and scaling a real estate business in today’s market.

    24 min

  2. JAN 27

    Episode 13 Groundfloor Market Trends: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Flywheel Ft. Claire Lovell, Groundfloor's Head of Product

    In episode 13 of the Groundfloor Market Trends podcast, host Patrick Donoghue interviews Claire Lovell, Groundfloor's Head of Product. They discuss her extensive background in product management and her journey from working in box office management to leading product development in various fintech and blockchain companies. Claire elaborates on her role in innovating Groundfloor's offerings, particularly the Flywheel Portfolio — a product that enables retail investors to diversify their investments instantly and efficiently. The conversation covers the ideation, development, and incremental improvements made to Flywheel, emphasizing customer feedback and the importance of diversity in investment strategies. Claire also provides insights into future product iterations and enhancements, aiming to meet evolving investor needs and deliver a seamless user experience.

    39 min

  3. JAN 6

    Episode 12: Groundfloor Market Trends ft Guest Damon Riehl, IPLE

    In episode 12 of the Groundfloor Market Trends podcast, Damon Riehl of Investment Property Loan Exchange (IPLE) discusses his 40 years of experience in lending across various asset classes including commercial and residential mortgages, small business, and construction lending. He explains why he chose to remain an intermediary rather than become a lender. Riehl highlights the benefits IPLE provides through its platform, including leveraging strong relationships with private lenders to get favorable terms for real estate investors. The discussion also covers the current interest rate environment, market trends, and predictions for 2025, emphasizing stability and geographic diversification in loan origination.

    32 min

  4. 12/09/2024

    Episode 11 Groundfloor Market Trends: A Look Ahead to 2025

    In this episode, Patrick discusses the housing market's position as we head into 2025. He covers inflation’s grip on the economy, elevated mortgage rates, and the opportunities emerging from modest inventory growth. He also highlights how Groundfloor’s award-winning platform and Flywheel Portfolio are designed to thrive in uncertain markets, offering stability and innovation for both investors and borrowers. Let’s dive in!

    7 min

  5. 11/25/2024

    Episode 10 Groundfloor Market Trends: The DSCR Loan and Groundfloor

    Today we discuss the launch of the Groundfloor DSCR Loan. This game-changing offering provides needed liquidity for borrowers to get long-term financing and pay off the Groundfloor short-term fix and flip or new construction loans. For more information, please email: Albert Francois bert.francois@groundfloor.us

    19 min

  6. 11/11/2024

    Episode 9 Groundfloor Market Trends: Cities on the Rise – What’s Next for the Housing Market and Investors

    Host Patrick Donoghue explores the resurgence of urban living, with city home purchases now comprising 16% of the market. He discusses the impact of recent Federal Reserve rate cuts on mortgage rates and examines regional home price trends, highlighting the Midwest's strong performance. Patrick also addresses challenges in housing supply and construction costs, noting the increase in new home sizes and rising material prices. For investors, he emphasizes the importance of diversification and introduces Groundfloor's Flywheel Portfolio, which offers exposure to 200–400 short-term real estate loans with projected returns of 10.5% to 11%. The episode concludes with a look ahead to 2025, focusing on factors that could influence the housing market and investment strategies.

    11 min

  7. 10/28/2024

    Episode 8 Groundfloor Market Trends: Election Housing Policies, Interest Rates, & You

    In this episode, we dive into the key housing proposals from Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, breaking down how their approaches to homeownership, housing supply, renter protections, and deregulation could shape the future of real estate. We also explore the Federal Reserve's recent rate cut and what it means for investors, along with three crucial market trends shared by housing expert John Burns. Plus, we highlight how the Groundfloor Flywheel Portfolio offers investors a powerful tool to navigate market uncertainty and capitalize on future opportunities. Whether rates rise, fall, or the market shifts post-election, the Flywheel will keep turning — ready to deliver high-yielding returns. Tune in for actionable insights to position your portfolio for success in any market.

    10 min
  8. Episode 7 Groundfloor Market Trends: Stay Ahead in the Real Estate Investing Game

    10/07/2024

    Episode 7 Groundfloor Market Trends: Stay Ahead in the Real Estate Investing Game

    In this issue and episode, we're diving into the housing market's resilience, the Federal Reserve's interest rate updates, exclusive insights into our New Construction loans' performance, and the Flywheel Portfolio. Learn more on our https://blog.groundfloor.com/market-trends-sept-24 (Monthly Market Trends blog post). Don't forget to check out our https://republic.com/groundfloor (2024 Stock Offering), now available on Republic.

    10 min
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About

Welcome to the Groundfloor Market Trends podcast, your go-to source for in-depth discussions on the forces shaping today’s real estate market. Hosted by real estate veteran Patrick Donoghue, this podcast dives into macroeconomic trends, expert insights, and conversations with leading developers and real estate professionals. Whether you’re an aspiring investor, a seasoned expert, or simply fascinated by the housing market, this podcast offers valuable perspectives on the opportunities and challenges in residential real estate. Stay informed, stay inspired, and stay ahead with Groundfloor Market Trends.

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  • Creator
    Groundfloor Finance, Inc.
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 Groundfloor Finance, Inc.
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