CW 332: Deregulated Hedge Funds with Les Leopold Author of ‘How to Make a Million Dollars An Hour’
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
Release Date: 08/11/2013
2283: Interest Rates and the Economy: Is a Recession the Key to Change? Long-term Debt as a Financial Strategy with Ric Edelman
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
Jason discussed a theory that the Trump administration is intentionally slowing the economy to set the stage for lower interest rates, referencing Anthony Pompliano's newsletter. He also highlighted the current economic situation, emphasizing the need for the US government to refinance its debt and the role of interest rates in this process. Jason expressed hope that the current leadership's strategy would work, as millions of Americans depend on it. He concludes with an invitation for his upcoming event, Empowered Investor Live. ...
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2282: Extremely Low Housing Mortgage Delinquencies, Reducing RIsk and Benefitting from Inflation
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
Jason discusses the current state of the foreclosure market, and the importance of income property as a historically proven investment during times of economic uncertainty. He also presented a chart showing the percentage of loan balances that are 90 days or more delinquent by different loan types and discussed the evolution of automobiles and the current state of auto loans, mortgages, and student loans. Jason concluded by predicting a somewhat stagflationary real estate market and announced an upcoming masterclass and Empowered Investor Live event. Today's sponsor offers real estate...
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2281 FBF: Global Change & Fiscal Hangovers with Investor Analyst Keith Fitz-Gerald of Money Map Press
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
Jason Hartman starts this episode of The Creating Wealth Show with a candid discussion about some internal workings in his business, properties in Indianapolis and Memphis. The disastrous political policies that lead Detroit into economic devastation and high crime rates. Jason Hartman interviews Keith Fitz-Gerald, the Chairman of The Fitz-Gerald Group and Chief Investment Strategist at Money Map Press. A bestselling financial author, Keith's investment perspective is a daily feature for more than 500,000 Money Morning subscribers in 35 countries. A frequent commentator for financial news...
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2280: The Humble Alpha: Finding Your True Identity & Redefining Leadership with Steven Kuhn
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
This interview delves into Steven Kuhn's "Humble Alpha" concept, focusing on internal strength and authenticity. Kuhn emphasizes discovering one's true identity through self-reflection and external feedback, culminating in a two-word moniker. He champions certainty and "HIT" principles (honesty, integrity, transparency) as foundations for leadership. Kuhn's experience includes working with figures like Andrea Bocelli and Olivia Newton-John, facilitating their business optimization. 1 He stresses seizing opportunities by expanding awareness and connecting existing skills across different...
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2279: Trump Tariffs and Housing Inventory Trends: Decoding the Data for Real Estate Investors
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
Jason shared insights from his travels and discussed the current state of the real estate market, emphasizing the importance of direct investing and the potential benefits of combining real estate investments with new visa programs. He highlighted upcoming events and opportunities for investors, including the Empowered Investor Live conference and the potential impact of tariffs on the US economy. Throughout the meeting, Jason stressed the importance of accurate data interpretation, considering population changes, and maintaining control over investments to maximize returns in the evolving...
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2278 FBF: Monetary Policy, Fiscal Policy and Governmental Irresponsibility with Dr. Kirk Elliott (Part 2)
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
This Flashback Friday is from episode 262, published last June 9, 2012. Countries around the globe are teetering on the brink of bankruptcy, with our own country no exception. Jason Hartman interviews Dr. Kirk Elliot, Ph.D., investment adviser with ICA, on monetary and fiscal policy and the irresponsibility of governments around the world. Using Greece as an example, Dr. Elliott states that when governments run out of money, they start doing crazy things. The one fundamental issue in Greece is public debt, over which they lost their autonomy and are now under the rules of the EU. Italy,...
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2277: Decoding the Coming Recession: Kerry Lutz on Market Shifts, Economic Storm Clouds and the 2025 Outlook on Real Estate
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
Jason Hartman discusses potential changes in the US, including the elimination of property taxes in Florida and Tennessee, and Trump's proposed "Gold Card" program. This program would allow wealthy foreigners to pay $5 million for US residency, potentially eliminating the national debt and boosting the economy. Hartman emphasizes the importance of proper statistical analysis, using Florida's inventory levels as an example. He promotes the upcoming Empowered Investor Live event, highlighting its affordable hotel rates and notable speakers. Hartman stresses the value of attending for networking,...
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2276: The Landlord-Friendly Era: Navigating Higher Rent Prices, Household Incomes, Housing Supply and Inflation in 2025
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
Jason Hartman discusses several real estate trends and news items in this episode. He highlights a Wall Street Journal article predicting a landlord-friendly era with rising rents, which could stoke inflation. Hartman also mentions a potential bill in Indiana to annex some Illinois counties, and Florida's consideration of eliminating property taxes. He notes that the income needed to purchase a typical US home has increased by 79% in five years. Hartman promotes his upcoming Empowered Investor Live event, featuring speakers like Mike Maloney and Sharon Lecter. He discusses the multifaceted...
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2275 FBF: Monetary Policy, Fiscal Policy and Governmental Irresponsibility with Dr. Kirk Elliott (Part 1)
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
This Flashback Friday is from episode 261, published last June 9, 2012. Countries around the globe are teetering on the brink of bankruptcy, with our own country no exception. Jason Hartman interviews Dr. Kirk Elliot, Ph.D., investment adviser with ICA, on monetary and fiscal policy and the irresponsibility of governments around the world. Using Greece as an example, Dr. Elliott states that when governments run out of money, they start doing crazy things. The one fundamental issue in Greece is public debt, over which they lost their autonomy and are now under the rules of the EU. Italy,...
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2274: Trump's Tax Plan 2.0: What Real Estate Investors Need to Know with Tom Wheelwright
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing with Jason Hartman
Jason and tax expert Tom Wheelwright discusses potential changes under a new Trump administration, including the extension of the 2017 tax act, possible reintroduction of bonus depreciation, and a reduced tax rate for manufacturers. He anticipates challenges in implementing tariffs and addressing immigration issues, which could impact the real estate market and construction costs. Wheelwright emphasizes the importance of tax planning and staying informed about policy changes. He highlights potential impacts on real estate investors, including changes to depreciation rules and the home mortgage...
info_outlineJason talks with Les Leopold on his new book: "How to Make a Million Dollars an Hour: Why Financial Elites get away with siphoning off America's Wealth." In the interview, Les details just how hedge funds are making unthinkable amounts of money.
Les Leopold co-founded and currently directs two nonprofit organizations, the Labor Institute of New York and the Public Health Institute. He designs research and educational programs on occupational safety and health, the environment and economics. He also serves as a strategic consultant to the Blue-Green Alliance which brings together trade unions and environmental organizations. Leopold designs research and educational programs on occupational safety and health, the environment, and economics and helped form an alliance between the United Steel Workers Union and the Sierra Club. He is a proud graduate of Oberlin College and Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs (MPA 1975).
Leopold also authored several other books about "The Man Who Hated Work and Loved Labor: The Life and Times of Tony Mazzocchi," (Chelsea Green Publishing, 2006.) If you'd like to read more by Les, you can take a look at his articles published by AlterNet at http://www.alternet.org/authors/les-leopold-0