In this Mini Breakdown, Craig Fuhr and Jack BeVier explore two major forces shaping today’s market: housing policy and artificial intelligence. They discuss President Donald Trump’s call to limit institutional ownership of single-family homes, with Craig raising concerns about long-term affordability impacts and Jack framing the proposal as largely political theater, noting that institutional buyers are currently sidelined by unfavorable financing conditions. The conversation then shifts to the rapid evolution of AI, where both highlight how dramatically more accessible and powerful AI tools have become, emphasizing their ability to boost productivity, automate tasks, and empower professionals— even those without technical backgrounds — to build and create using simple, natural-language prompts.

In this episode of Real Investor Radio, host Craig Fuhr welcomes Kenny Bedwell, founder of STR Insights, a data and advisory platform focused on short-term rental (STR) investing. Kenny shares his journey into the STR market, starting from his initial investments to developing a software that helps investors identify profitable markets and avoid regulatory pitfalls. He emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making in the STR space, highlighting the shift from quantity to quality in property management and the need for investors to adapt to a maturing market. Kenny discusses the current landscape of STRs, including the impact of regulations, market saturation, and the importance of understanding expenses beyond just cash flow.

In this conversation, Craig Fuhr and Jack BeVier discuss the implications of Trump's proposed $200 billion infusion into the mortgage market, exploring its potential effects on interest rates, home buyer behavior, and the overall housing market dynamics. They analyze historical parallels, market predictions, and the evolving landscape of Non-QM mortgages, emphasizing the importance of strategic pricing and quick closing in real estate transactions.