Are we heading toward another 2008-style crash? Ron Phillips says: not even close. In this data-packed episode, Ron debunks the social media doomsday narratives by breaking down what’s actually happening in today’s real estate market. From supply and demand trends to affordability, equity, rental demand, and lending standards, he lays out the facts to help you think clearly, invest confidently, and avoid the fear-fueled hype.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE

• Why comparing today’s housing market to 2008 is misleading and dangerous
• How 2025’s housing supply still falls millions short of population needs
• The surprising truth about affordability and why demand hasn’t gone anywhere
• What interest rate drops could trigger
• How homeowner equity and low delinquency rates are preventing a foreclosure wave

RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• Rentvine
• Lineage
• Atlanta Fed Home Affordability Monitor

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• If you need help with anything in real estate, please email invest@rpcinvest.com
• Reach Ron: RP Capital
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• Get the latest trends and insights: RP Capital Newsletter

Tariffs, interest rates, and CPI might dominate headlines, but what do they really mean for investors? In this episode, Ron Phillips breaks down what’s actually happening behind the numbers and how to make smart moves regardless of market noise. He also shares a powerful real-world case of repositioning $2 million in equity for 8%+ returns and explains why fear-based inaction is costing people millions.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE

• How tariff fears are shaping investor behavior and what the data actually says
• A case study showing how to turn $2M in equity into 8%+ returns
• The role of mortgage-backed securities vs. the Fed when it comes to interest rates
• Simple math you can use to assess whether your real estate is underperforming
• What seasoned investors understand about market timing, fear, and worst-case scenarios

CONNECT WITH US:

• If you need help with anything in real estate, please email invest@rpcinvest.com
• Reach Ron: RP Capital
• Leave podcast reviews and topic suggestions: iTunes
• Subscribe and get additional info: Get Real Estate Success
• Facebook Group: Cash Flow Property Facebook Community
• Instagram: @ronphillips_
• YouTube: RpCapital
• Get the latest trends and insights: RP Capital Newsletter

Fresh from a mastermind event, Ron Phillips unpacks the importance of surrounding yourself with people who push you to grow, especially when markets are tough. In this episode, he shares how attention shapes action and why it’s critical to guard your focus in a world full of distraction, noise, and media manipulation. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or divided, this episode is your reset.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE

• Why proximity to successful people accelerates growth
• How market “toughness” reveals the true players in real estate
• What to do when fear-based media dominates your feed
• A better way to engage in political conversations
• The truth about what separates people who thrive from those who stall

CONNECT WITH US:

• If you need help with anything in real estate, please email invest@rpcinvest.com
• Reach Ron: RP Capital
• Leave podcast reviews and topic suggestions: iTunes
• Subscribe and get additional info: Get Real Estate Success
• Facebook Group: Cash Flow Property Facebook Community
• Instagram: @ronphillips_
• YouTube: RpCapital
• Get the latest trends and insights: RP Capital Newsletter