LIFE WITH MIKEY

Mikey Taylor
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"Life With Mikey" is a dynamic podcast hosted by Mikey Taylor and Michael Michalov. Mikey Taylor, a former professional skateboarder turned real-estate-investing mogul, dives into the world of money, business, and culture. Drawing from his unique journey from skating the streets of LA to managing over $200 million in real estate, Mikey offers insightful discussions on achieving financial freedom and navigating the complexities of modern business. Michael Michalov, COO at COMMUNE boasts a robust 25-year journey in the financial services and real estate sectors.

  1. 3D AGO

    I Almost Believed Graham Stephan

    Graham Stephan told millions of people why he shifted away from real estate and is moving over to investments like stocks, bonds, and ETFs. The math may sound straightforward. The psychology behind decisions like this often isn’t. In this episode, Mikey Taylor and Michael Michalov break down the 5 behavioral finance biases that can influence major investing decisions. This isn't a takedown. It's the discussion about how even experienced, successful investors can be influenced by cognitive biases, market narratives, and emotional decision-making.  What you'll learn: How loss aversion can shape financial decisions in unexpected ways Why short historical windows can distort long-term expectations How herd behavior shows up even when you think you're going against the crowd The overconfidence trap that hits after a winning streak, not before When walking away is wisdom and when it's just sunk-cost overcorrection This content is for informational purposes only, is not offered as investment advice and should not be deemed as investment advice, and reflects the opinions and projections of COMMUNE as of the date of publication, which are subject to change without notice at any time subsequent to the date of issue. COMMUNE does not represent or warrant that the information presented in this message is accurate, current, or complete or that the estimates, opinions, projections or assumptions made in the message will prove to be accurate or realized. Certain statements reflect projections or expectations of future financial or economic performance of the project. Such “forward-looking” statements are based on various assumptions, which assumptions may not prove to be correct. Accordingly, there can be no assurance that such assumptions and statements will accurately predict future events or the project’s actual performance. Past performance is not an indication of future results. This content does not constitute an offer to invest and such offer will only be made by means of an offering document that should be carefully reviewed before determining whether to invest. As with any investment there is a risk of loss, including up to the amount of investment. Neither this message nor its contents should be construed as legal, tax, investment, or other advice. Individuals are urged to consult with their own tax, legal, and investment advisers before making any investment decision.

    35 min

  2. MAY 12

    Why $500,000 Per Door Is Breaking LA Housing

    This week, LA land use attorney and California State Senate candidate Sara Hernandez sits down to break down Executive Directive 1, why banks have stopped lending on multifamily projects, and the math behind why rent doesn’t seem to be dropping anytime soon. Mikey and Michael lay out the 3 milestones most real estate development projects must navigate. If you’re trying to understand LA real estate, the housing crisis, or why some capital is leaving California, this conversation is the breakdown. What you’ll learn Why LA feels “redlined” for new multifamily development The 3-milestone framework every developer should know Why 1 in 5 LA community college students are “homeless” The 26th District State Senate race and what’s at stake This content is for informational purposes only, is not offered as investment advice and should not  This content is for informational purposes only, is not offered as investment advice and should not be deemed as investment advice, and reflects the opinions and projections of COMMUNE as of the date of publication, which are subject to change without notice at any time subsequent to the date of issue. COMMUNE does not represent or warrant that the information presented in this message is accurate, current, or complete or that the estimates, opinions, projections or assumptions made in the message will prove to be accurate or realized. Certain statements reflect projections or expectations of future financial or economic performance of the project.  Such “forward-looking” statements are based on various assumptions, which assumptions may not prove to be correct.  Accordingly, there can be no assurance that such assumptions and statements will accurately predict future events or the project’s actual performance. Past performance is not an indication of future results. This content does not constitute an offer to invest and such offer will only be made by means of an offering document that should be carefully reviewed before determining whether to invest. As with any investment there is a risk of loss, including up to the amount of investment. Neither this message nor its contents should be construed as legal, tax, investment, or other advice.  Individuals are urged to consult with their own tax, legal, and investment advisers before making any investment decision.

    50 min

  3. MAY 5

    Why This Housing Market Is Not 2008

    Mortgage rates just hit around 5.99%. Existing home sales hit a nine-month low. A lot of people see those two numbers and assume the market is dead, but that may not tell the full story. Mikey and Michael break down what some are calling the biggest buying window in years, the hidden cost of waiting, and why today’s market may look very different from 2008.. They unpack the shifting trends between Sun Belt and Rust Belt markets,, a $68M Chicago office building that just sold for $4 million, and the wild loop where pension funds are funding the rent hikes on their own apartments. Plus: why AI-staged listing photos are turning into bait-and-switch, and what real estate agents may need to do to maintain buyer trust. If you’ve been waiting to buy, this episode explores the pros and cons of timing the market. This content is for informational purposes only, is not offered as investment advice and should not be deemed as investment advice, and reflects the opinions and projections of COMMUNE as of the date of publication, which are subject to change without notice at any time subsequent to the date of issue. COMMUNE does not represent or warrant that the information presented in this message is accurate, current, or complete or that the estimates, opinions, projections or assumptions made in the message will prove to be accurate or realized. Certain statements reflect projections or expectations of future financial or economic performance of the project.  Such “forward-looking” statements are based on various assumptions, which assumptions may not prove to be correct.  Accordingly, there can be no assurance that such assumptions and statements will accurately predict future events or the project’s actual performance. Past performance is not an indication of future results. This content does not constitute an offer to invest and such offer will only be made by means of an offering document that should be carefully reviewed before determining whether to invest. As with any investment there is a risk of loss, including up to the amount of investment. Neither this message nor its contents should be construed as legal, tax, investment, or other advice.  Individuals are urged to consult with their own tax, legal, and investment advisers before making any investment decision.

    28 min

  4. APR 21

    The Housing Market Is Broken Into 3 Parts

    The housing market is not one market. It's three. And most people can't tell which one they live in. In this episode, Mikey and Michael give commentary on what's happening in 2026. Forty percent of U.S. cities are seeing prices drop. Other areas are still going up. The national news won't tell you which side your city is on. Your local data will. They walk through the numbers, months of supply, price to rent ratio, permit activity, job growth, and city policy. They explain a common way brokers may present optimistic projections, and show how you can use tools like AI to analyze a deal from different angles. Whether you’re exploring a home purchase, rental property, or real estate fund, this is a guide for reviewing numbers and assumptions before making decisions. This content is for informational purposes only, is not offered as investment advice and should not be deemed as investment advice, and reflects the opinions and projections of COMMUNE as of the date of publication, which are subject to change without notice at any time subsequent to the date of issue. COMMUNE does not represent or warrant that the information presented in this message is accurate, current, or complete or that the estimates, opinions, projections or assumptions made in the message will prove to be accurate or realized. Certain statements reflect projections or expectations of future financial or economic performance of the project.  Such “forward-looking” statements are based on various assumptions, which assumptions may not prove to be correct.  Accordingly, there can be no assurance that such assumptions and statements will accurately predict future events or the project’s actual performance. Past performance is not an indication of future results. This content does not constitute an offer to invest and such offer will only be made by means of an offering document that should be carefully reviewed before determining whether to invest. As with any investment there is a risk of loss, including up to the amount of investment. Neither this message nor its contents should be construed as legal, tax, investment, or other advice.  Individuals are urged to consult with their own tax, legal, and investment advisers before making any investment decision.

    37 min

  5. APR 14

    Why America's Biggest Landlord Is Dumping Homes

    In this episode, Mikey and Michael break down the seismic shifts happening in US housing right now: the  $17,000 tariff cost now baked into every new home, why building permits just hit their lowest level since 2019, and why fix-and-flip ROI has collapsed back to 2008 levels. Then they turn the conversation toward the group nobody is defending Gen Z. With 46 million US households now renting (an all-time high), and three out of four Gen Z renters saying renting is the smarter move, the hosts debate whether the homeownership ladder is actually broken, or whether this is the biggest generational reframe in fifty years.Along the way: why BRRR is quietly replacing flips, the difference between seller financing and subject-to deals (and which one Michael thinks is “dirty”), the 40x net worth gap between homeowners and renters, and the one question you should consider asking before you buy a house which, according to Michael, almost nobody asks.

    31 min

  6. APR 6

    Is The Housing Market Crashing?

    Everyone is telling you the housing market is about to crash worse than 2008. They’re wrong  but the truth might be harder to hear. In this episode, I break down the numbers behind today’s housing market and compare them to the factors that contributed to the 2008 financial crisis. Topics include subprime mortgages, equity positions, supply dynamics, insurance costs, the lock-in effect. The data says this is not 2008. The structural foundations are different. But that doesn’t mean everything’s fine. The affordability gap is real. The low end is fracturing. Insurance is repricing risk across the country. And millions of homeowners are locked into sub-4% rates creating a “zombie market” where people are not moving. I share my own experience buying a home in 2005 on an adjustable-rate mortgage, watching the value drop, and what I learned about making financial decisions under pressure. I also walk through what I’m seeing in the data right now as someone who owns and buys real estate. This episode covers: subprime mortgage comparison (2006 vs. today), homeowner equity, regional market divergence, the 4-million-unit housing deficit, the lock-in effect, insurance crisis, and how data can inform decision-making. 0:00 The 2008 Crash Fear Is Everywhere 01:13 Markets That Feel Like 2008 03:31 Who Is Predicting the Crash and Why 04:39 What Actually Caused the 2008 Collapse 06:28 The Financial Crisis Numbers 08:15 Mikey’s Personal 2008 Story 09:59 Today’s Market vs 2008 by the Numbers 14:07 The Real Fractures Nobody Is Showing You 17:08 The Zombie Market 23:14 Fear vs Greed The Investor Trap This content is for informational purposes only, is not offered as investment advice and should not be deemed as investment advice, and reflects the opinions and projections of COMMUNE as of the date of publication, which are subject to change without notice at any time subsequent to the date of issue. COMMUNE does not represent or warrant that the information presented in this message is accurate, current, or complete or that the estimates, opinions, projections or assumptions made in the message will prove to be accurate or realized. Certain statements reflect projections or expectations of future financial or economic performance of the project.  Such “forward-looking” statements are based on various assumptions, which assumptions may not prove to be correct.  Accordingly, there can be no assurance that such assumptions and statements will accurately predict future events or the project’s actual performance. Past performance is not an indication of future results. This content does not constitute an offer to invest and such offer will only be made by means of an offering document that should be carefully reviewed before determining whether to invest. As with any investment there is a risk of loss, including up to the amount of investment. Neither this message nor its contents should be construed as legal, tax, investment, or other advice.  Individuals are urged to consult with their own tax, legal, and investment advisers before making any investment decision.

    27 min

  7. MAR 31

    Buy vs. Build: The Decision Behind Growing Wealth

    Most people think real estate development is just construction. It’s not. The real game starts years before a shovel hits the ground and that’s where fortunes are made or lost. In this episode, Mikey Taylor and Michael Michalov break down the complete development cycle from raw land to stabilized asset. They cover how to assess whether buying or building makes sense for your situation, the entitlement process that can take years and cost hundreds of thousands before you build anything, how to work with cities to avoid expensive dead ends, the capital stack breakdown on a real development deal, and why they believe Southern California’s difficulty is potentially an investment advantage. They also get into a heated debate about when value is actually “realized” in development  and share the real numbers on a North Hollywood project tracking from a targeted $9.5M cost to $17M projected stabilized value. Whether you’re considering your first development deal or deciding between buying stabilized assets and building from scratch, this episode gives you the operator-level framework. #RealEstateDevelopment #WealthBuilding #RealEstateInvesting Timestamps: 0:00 — Buy vs. Build: Two completely different paths 01:47 — When buying beats building (and vice versa) 03:35 — The biggest mistake beginner developers make? 06:08 — How to gauge city appetite before you could risk capital 08:12 — Tying up property under contract during entitlements 10:45 — Architects, engineers, and the entitlement process 14:26 — Capital stack breakdown: the $10M example 17:06 — The “realized value” debate (heated) 21:11 — Why Southern California may be one of the hardest markets 25:14 — The single greatest risk in real estate development? 28:13 — Final framework: when to buy, when to build, when to wait This content is for informational purposes only, is not offered as investment advice and should not be deemed as investment advice, and reflects the opinions and projections of COMMUNE as of the date of publication, which are subject to change without notice at any time subsequent to the date of issue. COMMUNE does not represent or warrant that the information presented in this message is accurate, current, or complete or that the estimates, opinions, projections or assumptions made in the message will prove to be accurate or realized. Certain statements reflect projections or expectations of future financial or economic performance of the project.  Such “forward-looking” statements are based on various assumptions, which assumptions may not prove to be correct.  Accordingly, there can be no assurance that such assumptions and statements will accurately predict future events or the project’s actual performance. Past performance is not an indication of future results. This content does not constitute an offer to invest and such offer will only be made by means of an offering document that should be carefully reviewed before determining whether to invest. As with any investment there is a risk of loss, including up to the amount of investment. Neither this message nor its contents should be construed as legal, tax, investment, or other advice.  Individuals are urged to consult with their own tax, legal, and investment advisers before making any investment decision.

    33 min

  8. MAR 28

    How We're Analyzing a $18M Multifamily Building (Step by Step)

    Most people will never buy a piece of real estate not because they don't have the money, but because nobody ever sat them down and walked them through every single step of the process. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on a real deal: a 37-unit multifamily building in North Hollywood, California. From the first back-of-the-napkin math to the moment the title transfers, we break down the entire acquisition step by step, number by number, decision by decision. We cover the pre-offer analysis, how to build credibility with brokers when new to investing, the four pillars of due diligence often overlooked, two real financing scenarios comparing the trade-off between leverage and margin, and why operating the asset rather than only finding it can influence potential returns. Whether you're evaluating your first deal or refining your process on your tenth, this episode provides an educational perspective. This content is for informational purposes only, is not offered as investment advice and should not be deemed as investment advice, and reflects the opinions and projections of COMMUNE as of the date of publication, which are subject to change without notice at any time subsequent to the date of issue. COMMUNE does not represent or warrant that the information presented in this message is accurate, current, or complete or that the estimates, opinions, projections or assumptions made in the message will prove to be accurate or realized. Certain statements reflect projections or expectations of future financial or economic performance of the project.  Such “forward-looking” statements are based on various assumptions, which assumptions may not prove to be correct.  Accordingly, there can be no assurance that such assumptions and statements will accurately predict future events or the project’s actual performance. Past performance is not an indication of future results. This content does not constitute an offer to invest and such offer will only be made by means of an offering document that should be carefully reviewed before determining whether to invest. As with any investment there is a risk of loss, including up to the amount of investment. Neither this message nor its contents should be construed as legal, tax, investment, or other advice.  Individuals are urged to consult with their own tax, legal, and investment advisers before making any investment decision.

    46 min
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"Life With Mikey" is a dynamic podcast hosted by Mikey Taylor and Michael Michalov. Mikey Taylor, a former professional skateboarder turned real-estate-investing mogul, dives into the world of money, business, and culture. Drawing from his unique journey from skating the streets of LA to managing over $200 million in real estate, Mikey offers insightful discussions on achieving financial freedom and navigating the complexities of modern business. Michael Michalov, COO at COMMUNE boasts a robust 25-year journey in the financial services and real estate sectors.

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  • Creator
    Mikey Taylor
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    92
  • Rating
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    © Mikey Taylor
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