In this fascinating clip, Troy Millings and Rashad Bilal dive deep into the world of real estate investment with a unique focus on opportunities outside the typical urban hotspots. Instead of eyeing properties in major cities like New York, Miami, or Los Angeles, they highlight the potential of investing in less prominent areas, especially in the Midwest and even trailer parks. Rashad Bilal sheds light on the real estate market's struggles in lower-income areas. He compares this to missing early opportunities with tech giants, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right markets and clients for investment. Meanwhile, Troy Millings discusses how their strategy diverges from the norm, leading to a diversified portfolio not tied to prime cities. The conversation also touches on the strategic moves by industry titans like Berkshire Hathaway, which might be looking to sell its real estate business. Could this indicate a potential downturn in the real estate market? Factors like succession planning for Warren Buffett and strategic business moves are at play here. Despite challenges, Berkshire Hathaway remains buoyed by solid financial reserves, hinting at both caution and opportunity. They address economic hurdles such as the softened housing market, high mortgage rates, elevated home prices, and slowing home sales. However, these conditions might actually favor landlords, as more individuals are driven towards renting. This trend is especially interesting considering rental prices, particularly in places like Manhattan, which have reached record highs. The clip also explores Warren Buffett's strategic timing in market exits, raising intrigue about whether capitalizing on current real estate trends could yield lucrative returns. With Berkshire’s real estate brokerage facing declining profitability recently, the potential for a sale becomes even more poignant. Join us in this insightful conversation where understanding market dynamics and strategic foresight can redefine the perception of real estate investments. It's not just about location, but about prediction and timing. *Hashtags:* #RealEstateInvestment #WarrenBuffett #MarketTrends #RealEstateStrategy #InvestingSmart #UnderratedMarkets #BerkshireHathaway #LandlordOpportunities #HousingMarket #RealEstate2023 Our Sponsors: * Check out NerdWallet: https://www.nerdwallet.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marketmondays/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this captivating clip from Market Mondays, Rashad Bilal, Troy Millings, and Ian Dunlap dive into the intriguing strategy of MicroStrategy and its bitcoin investments. They discuss whether MicroStrategy’s colossal bitcoin holdings could position it as one of the most valuable companies globally or if it's just another fly-by-night entity in the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency. Ian Dunlap makes an interesting comparison, dubbing Michael Saylor as the new Cathy Woods. He examines the genius behind Saylor’s hyper-focused strategy of solely investing in bitcoin and warns of the potential risks where competitive forces, or even the government, might disrupt this strategy. The trio also explores the nuances of Saylor’s strategy, questioning why MicroStrategy’s stock keeps falling despite holding a significant amount of what many consider the world's most valuable asset. Rashad points out that since MicroStrategy is intricately linked with bitcoin, the decline in bitcoin's value directly impacts the company’s stock sentiment. Meanwhile, Troy provides insights into how the company continually acquires more bitcoin, even amidst falling stock prices, by issuing shares and borrowing money – a strategy potentially on shaky ground if this trend persists. The hosts further delve into the inherent volatility of bitcoin compared to MicroStrategy’s stock, illustrating how swings in bitcoin’s value consume the company’s strategy. As they navigate through cyclical trends of bitcoin, Rashad, Troy, and Ian discuss the possible long-term implications if bitcoin does skyrocket to unprecedented heights, potentially positioning MicroStrategy, an avid bitcoin holder, at the pinnacle of financial power. Amidst this dynamic discussion, Rashad and Troy dissect who holds the most bitcoin globally. They find that while MicroStrategy ranks highly, it isn’t at the top due to competitors like Binance and Grayscale. However, they argue that MicroStrategy’s singular focus on holding bitcoin sets it apart from other brokerage firms operating within the crypto space. As the trio unpacks the complexities of investing in bitcoin and the future prospects for MicroStrategy, they revisit a hopeful prediction where bitcoin could soar to $5 million. Could Michael Saylor's audacious strategy pay off in the long run, or will it fall short? Join Rashad, Troy, and Ian in this engaging conversation about the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency and the tumultuous journey of bitcoin. Hashtags: #MarketMondays #Bitcoin #MicroStrategy #Cryptocurrency #MichaelSaylor #Investing #FinancialStrategy #CryptoInvesting #BitcoinVolatility #FinanceDiscussion Our Sponsors: * Check out NerdWallet: https://www.nerdwallet.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marketmondays/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy