The Investor Shed Podcast

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Real Estate Investor and Broker, Nick Beveridge, interviews other real estate investors from around the Northwest to talk all things real estate investing.

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4 days ago

S3E14: Will the US Dollar Collapse? Ray Dalio, Inflation, & How to Invest in Uncertain Times

4 days ago

Welcome back to The Investor Shed Podcast! In this episode, Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen zoom out from real estate to take on a much bigger question:
👉 What happens if the US dollar loses its power?

Pulling insights from Ray Dalio’s book Principles for Dealing with the Changing World Order, the guys break down the economic cycles that shape world empires — and how the U.S. might be heading into its "winter phase." They use real-world numbers, ChatGPT predictions, and personal investing strategies to explore debt, inflation, wealth gaps, and what investors should be doing right now to protect their purchasing power.

It’s not all doom and gloom — it’s actionable, practical, and occasionally hilarious (especially when Jeremy breaks down the trading card hustle that made him over $5K in a day).

📈 Topics Covered:

Ray Dalio’s empire cycles and what they mean for the U.S.
The staggering difference between a million, billion, and trillion
Why the U.S. dollar could lose 30–70% of its value
ChatGPT's odds of dollar collapse (spoiler: 5%)
Real estate as a hedge against currency devaluation
Investing in stocks, silver, Bitcoin, and collectibles
Automating your wealth-building with subscriptions
How fixed debt can help you lock in today’s prices
Pokemon flipping as a legit investing side hustle 💰

💬 Standout Quotes:

“A million seconds is 11.5 days. A billion is 31.7 years. A trillion? 31,709 years.”
“A total collapse doesn’t feel likely — but a big devaluation probably is.”
“People will always need a place to sleep — that’s why I keep buying rentals.”
“ChatGPT says it’s going down.”

🎯 Who This Is For:
Real estate investors, wealth builders, macroeconomics nerds, or anyone wondering how to survive (and thrive) in a time of economic uncertainty.

🔗 Connect with us:

Official YouTube Podcast Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed
Nick Beveridge's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge
Real Estate Website: northidahorei.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/

🏷️ Keywords & Hashtags:
#Investing #RayDalio #ChangingWorldOrder #USDollarCollapse #Inflation #EconomicCycles #Macroeconomics #RealEstateInvesting #FinancialStrategy #HedgeAgainstInflation #HardAssets #CryptoInvesting #StockMarketTips #AutomatedInvesting #WealthBuilding #TradingCards #PokemonFlip #InvestorShedPodcast #NickBeveridge #JeremyKitchen #DaveRamseyAdvice #CurrencyDevaluation

Thursday Jun 19, 2025

S3E13: From Raw Dirt to Million-Dollar Potential: Inside a High-Risk Real Estate Development Deal in Post Falls

Thursday Jun 19, 2025

Welcome back to The Investor Shed Podcast! In this episode, Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen crack open the wild, frustrating, and potentially massively profitable world of real estate development — specifically, Nick's second big subdivision deal in Post Falls, Idaho.

From dealing with 14 liens, city council politics, and tweakers stealing siding off a house, to budgeting for $875K in development costs and trying to turn a $665K acquisition into $3.1M+ in lot sales, this episode is real estate reality — unfiltered, hilarious, and incredibly educational.

Nick and Jeremy break down the full process:

Negotiating with lienholders and wholesalers
Zoning battles and annexation strategy
Working with engineers, builders (like D.R. Horton & Lennar), and city officials
Avoiding six-figure mistakes (like ordering the wrong water boxes)
And how to not accidentally give away your shop because of bad communication with strangers

They don’t just talk numbers — they share the spreadsheets, highlight risks, and explain what it’s like to be one city council vote away from losing or making a million dollars. Whether you're a real estate investor, agent, or developer, you'll walk away smarter (and maybe a little more paranoid).

🎯 What You’ll Learn:

R1 vs R2 zoning and what it means for profit potential
How to structure real estate partnerships to mitigate risk
Key differences between city and county land (and why it matters)
The full anatomy of a subdivision deal, from dirt to builder exit
Budgeting for development costs, fees, interest, and surprises
Lessons from the field: trespassers, theft, and property access mistakes

📈 Perfect for:
Real estate investors, developers, land buyers, realtors, and anyone curious about turning acreage into a cash-flow machine — or how not to lose six figures doing it.

🔗 Connect with us:

🏷️ Keywords & Hashtags:
#RealEstateDevelopment #InvestorShedPodcast #PostFallsRealEstate #LandDeals #SubdivisionStrategy #PropertyInvestment #RealEstateZoning #R1vsR2 #Annexation #BuilderExitStrategy #DRHorton #Lennar #RealEstateRisk #DevelopmentCosts #RealEstatePartnerships #HardMoneyDeals #RealEstateEntrepreneurship #NorthIdahoRealEstate #NickBeveridge #JeremyKitchen

Thursday Jun 12, 2025

S5E12: Two New Fix and Flips

Thursday Jun 12, 2025

In this episode of the Investor Shed Podcast, your hosts Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen dive into their latest real estate projects, exploring two new flips and the ins and outs of solo investing versus partnerships. They break down the renovation process, talk strategy on property acquisitions, and discuss how using analytical tools can streamline your investment decisions.

You’ll also hear about the pros and cons of flipping houses versus holding rentals, why subdividing land can unlock big opportunities, and how to make smart decisions in today’s market. Plus, the guys branch out into precious metals, sharing thoughts on silver investing as part of a broader financial planning strategy.

Wrapping up, Nick and Jeremy share some humorous yet insightful tips on negotiation skills—especially when it comes to dealing with family. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable insights!

✅ Key Takeaways:

The freedom of solo investing vs. the leverage of partnerships
Evaluating cost vs. value in renovations
Holding costs and market timing
Tools to simplify real estate analysis
Subdividing land for more opportunities
Investing in silver as a hedge
Automating savings to build wealth
Why negotiation (even with family) needs to be strategic
Always get agreements in writing
The power of diversifying your investment portfolio

📌 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction to the Investor Shed Podcast
05:16 – Exploring New Property Acquisitions
10:53 – Understanding the Renovation Process
20:44 – Utilizing Tools for Real Estate Analysis
30:51 – Navigating Real Estate Decisions
40:34 – Investing in Precious Metals
46:39 – Lessons in Negotiation

🔗 Connect with us:
Official YouTube Podcast Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed
Nick Beveridge's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge
Real Estate Website: northidahorei.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/

📢 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly insights on real estate investing, business strategy, and wealth building.
Tag someone who needs to hear this!

📈 Hashtags & Keywords:
#RealEstateInvesting #FlippingHouses #PropertyAcquisition #RenovationProcess #SoloInvesting #Partnerships #InvestorShedPodcast #NickBeveridge #JeremyKitchen #RentalProperties #PropertyInvestment #SilverInvestment #PreciousMetals #FinancialPlanning #WealthBuilding #RealEstateStrategy #InvestmentTips #HardMoneyLender #SubdividingLand #NegotiationSkills

Thursday Jun 05, 2025

S5E11 Cheese Curds, Chaos, and the National Debt Crisis

Thursday Jun 05, 2025

🧠 From bloated portfolios to bloated sinuses, this episode covers it all.

In this candid, wide-ranging episode of the Investor Shed Podcast, your hosts Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen start with personal health updates (including ear infections, weight gain, and cheese-curd-fueled vacations) before diving deep into some of the most pressing financial and political issues of our time.

What starts as lighthearted banter turns into a raw, informative discussion about long-term investing, tariffs, national debt, Social Security, and government inefficiency. Nick and Jeremy also review ChatGPT’s recommendations for solving the U.S. fiscal crisis and break them down with humor, insight, and real-world perspective.

🔥 Topics Covered:

Long-term investing during volatility (Tesla, Bitcoin, dollar-cost averaging)
Why tariffs are back—and who they’re meant to help
How much debt is too much? ($36T and counting…)
Social Security math: 2.8 workers per retiree
AI in Medicare fraud detection
What’s fair in taxation? A deep dive
The power of mandatory savings accounts
Political divide and the hope for smarter government reform

💬 Notable Quotes:

"Stay the course, everybody, and stop freaking out."
"We are in a casino with the stock market."
"The country is running towards bankruptcy."
"There's 2.8 workers for every one retiree."
"Protests are not offering solutions."

⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 – Health Updates & Mucus Madness
06:08 – Long-Term Investing Mindset
09:00 – Tariffs and U.S. Manufacturing
15:12 – National Debt and Fiscal Crisis
18:09 – Protest Culture & Public Sentiment
23:45 – Real Tax Fairness & Reform
36:16 – The Collapse of Social Security
39:35 – Inflation vs. Cost of Living Adjustments
43:34 – Government Efficiency & Spending Cuts
46:52 – Fraud Detection in Medicare
49:42 – Economic Growth Without Raising Taxes
55:41 – Mandatory Contribution-Based Accounts
57:37 – Tackling Unfunded Liabilities
01:00:30 – Fixing America for Future Generations
01:03:10 – Ending the Political Divide with Real Talk

📊 🎯 Fact Check: Episode Highlights
(Yes, we checked ourselves before you had to.)

✅ Accurate:

U.S. debt is over $36T
Social Security has ~2.8 workers per retiree
AI can detect Medicare fraud and save billions
Emotional investing = poor results
Long-term strategies > market timing

⚠️ Clarified:

EU car tariffs ≠ 100% (usually ~10%)
Most protests don’t offer solutions, but some do
The wealthy do pay taxes—just often at lower effective rates
VAT could raise big revenue, but $1T is a high-end estimate

❌ No major falsehoods found

📌 Real Talk. Real Facts. Still Real Estate at Heart.

🔗 Connect with us:

📈 Hashtags & Keywords:
#InvestorShedPodcast #NickBeveridge #JeremyKitchen #RealEstateInvesting #NationalDebt #StockMarketTips #GovernmentSpending #InflationCrisis #SocialSecurity #EconomicPolicy #Tariffs #MedicareFraud #AIinGovernment #HardMoneyLender #RealEstateAgent #SmallBusinessTalk #ChatGPTEconomics #PoliticalDivide #RetirementPlanning #UnfundedLiabilities #InvestingPodcast #DollarCostAveraging #SmartSpendingCuts #CheeseCurdsAndChaos

Thursday May 29, 2025

S5E10: Hard Money 2.0: The Real Costs, Risks & Strategies for Real Estate Loans | Investor Shed Podcast

Thursday May 29, 2025

Welcome back to another episode of the Investor Shed Podcast with Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen! In this deep-dive follow-up to our original hard money episode, we're breaking down exactly how hard money loans work, what they really cost, and what new and experienced investors should know before using one.

We cover every hidden fee, including reconveyance, appraisals, draw fees, and the cost of extending your loan. You’ll also learn how to structure deals to avoid losing thousands in unexpected costs — and how hard money can be a powerful tool (or a trap) depending on your experience level.

Whether you're flipping homes, BRRRRing rentals, or considering becoming a lender yourself, this episode gives you the tactical knowledge to protect your margins and avoid costly surprises.

🎯 What You'll Learn:
✔️ The true cost breakdown of hard money loans (with real math)
✔️ How points, fees, and interest add up — fast
✔️ The Five C’s of Lending: Credit, Cash, Credentials, Character, Collateral
✔️ How lenders think, what they look for, and how they mitigate risk
✔️ When hard money is a smart tool — and when it’s not
✔️ How reconveyance, draw, and escrow fees work
✔️ Real estate investing tips to plan smarter and flip with confidence
✔️ Should you partner, or just borrow? Pros and cons discussed
✔️ Using spreadsheets to analyze and track deal profitability

📢 Clarification on Rates:
In the episode, we briefly mention some hard money lenders offering 3%–4% interest — that was a mistake.
👉 Typical hard money rates are 8%–14%, depending on experience, deal quality, and loan terms.
Rates significantly lower than that are either:

From private individuals, not professional lenders
Structured with high backend fees, or
From inexperienced lenders not fully accounting for risk

Always ask for a full fee schedule, including extension fees and penalties. Never evaluate a hard money loan by interest rate alone.

💡 Pro Tip:
A solid rule of thumb: Expect 10% of your loan amount in total fees if you hold the property for about six months. Plan accordingly — and run the numbers before you close.

⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction and Overview of Hard Money Loans
05:57 – Who Uses Hard Money Loans and Why?
11:51 – The Five C’s of Hard Money Lending
17:59 – Analyzing Hard Money Loan Examples
25:04 – The Role of Appraisals and Broker's Price Opinions
30:48 – Reconveyance and Payoff Fees Explained
35:57 – Building Relationships as a Lender
41:52 – Understanding the Costs of Flipping Properties

🔗 Connect with us:

📈 Hashtags & Keywords:
#HardMoneyLoans #RealEstateInvesting #LoanFees #HardMoneyLending #FlippingHouses #FinancingRealEstate #InterestRates #EscrowFees #RealEstateTips #InvestmentStrategies #FiveCsOfLending #Reconveyance #RealEstatePodcast #InvestorShedPodcast #NickBeveridge #JeremyKitchen #NorthIdahoRealEstate #PropertyInvestment #PrivateLending #RealEstateFinance

Thursday May 22, 2025

S5E9 Cross-Collateralization, Hard Money & Real Estate Realities | Investor Shed Podcast w/ RD Means

Thursday May 22, 2025

Welcome back to another episode of the Investor Shed Podcast with your hosts Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen! This week, we're joined again by RD Means, a real estate investor and agent, as we dive deep into the realities of real estate investing, the ins and outs of hard money lending, and how tools like cross-collateralization can unlock new strategies for financing deals.

From the challenges of becoming a successful real estate agent to navigating the long timelines of investment returns, RD shares hard-earned insights from his personal journey. We also tackle key topics like understanding hard money lending fees, the impact of Dodd-Frank regulations on investors, and the critical importance of communication with lenders.

Whether you’re a new investor or a seasoned real estate professional, this episode is packed with real-world investing advice, mindset shifts, and tactical financing strategies.

🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ What cross-collateralization really means for investors
✔️ How hard money lending works — and what to watch out for
✔️ Key misconceptions about real estate deals
✔️ Why timelines in real estate are rarely predictable
✔️ How Dodd-Frank regulations affect residential lending
✔️ Why lender communication is a deal-saving skill
✔️ The power of investor mindset vs. homebuyer mindset
✔️ Why networking is still king in the real estate world
✔️ The long game: how patience pays off in property investment

📢 Quick Note on Financing:
Hard money lending and creative financing strategies like cross-collateralization can be incredibly powerful tools — but only if used responsibly. Always get multiple opinions, understand the terms, and know what regulations (like Dodd-Frank) may apply to your deal.

⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction and Personal Updates
09:31 – Navigating the Real Estate Market as an Agent
18:54 – Misconceptions in Real Estate Transactions
24:36 – Understanding Hard Money Lending and Cross-Collateralization
33:54 – How Cross-Collateralization Can Be a Game Changer
41:49 – The Importance of Lender Communication
47:25 – Dodd-Frank: What Investors Should Know
57:00 – Learning Through Experience in Real Estate

🔗 Connect with us:

📌 Hashtags & Keywords:
#RealEstate #HardMoneyLending #CrossCollateralization #InvestorMindset #RealEstateTips #FinancingStrategies #RealEstateInvesting #PropertyInvestment #DoddFrank #LenderCommunication #RealEstateAgent #InvestmentInsights #MarketTrends #InvestorShedPodcast #NickBeveridge #JeremyKitchen #RDMeans #NorthIdahoRealEstate #CreativeFinancing #PersonalFinance

Thursday May 15, 2025

S5E8: Is Silver a Smart Alternative to Cash in 2025? | Silver, Inflation & Diversification | Investor Shed Podcast

Thursday May 15, 2025

Welcome back to the Investor Shed Podcast with your hosts Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen! In this episode, we take a deep dive into alternative investing, focusing on silver as a unique and tangible asset for long-term savings and inflation protection.

Nick shares real-life stories of using silver to cover financial emergencies — from making payroll to buying a car for his mom — and explains why he views silver as a “fun and safe” alternative to keeping large amounts of cash in a savings account. We also cover the pros and cons of bullion vs. numismatics, tips for spotting fake silver, and how to navigate the market when buying online or at a local coin shop.

Whether you're a real estate investor, a business owner, or just trying to protect your wealth in uncertain economic times, this episode will give you practical insights on how precious metals might fit into your strategy.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why silver can be a safer store of value than cash
✔️ How inflation quietly eats away at your purchasing power
✔️ How to avoid scams when buying silver online
✔️ Spot price vs. premiums explained
✔️ Collectible silver vs. bullion (numismatics 101)
✔️ What “junk silver” is and how it retains value
✔️ Where to buy trusted silver (websites + local shops)
✔️ Why diversification is crucial — even for real estate pros
✔️ How silver has helped Nick in real financial emergencies

📢 Disclaimer:
This episode reflects personal opinions and should not be taken as financial or investment advice. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor, especially when it comes to precious metals, tax strategies, or using retirement accounts like IRAs for investing.

📌 Inflation Clarification:
We mentioned on the show that cash loses about 13% per year due to inflation — that’s an exaggeration. Here's a more accurate breakdown:

Official U.S. inflation has historically averaged 2.5%–3.5% annually.
Including essentials like food, housing, and energy, real-world inflation often feels higher — in peak years like 2021–2022, headline inflation spiked to 7%–9%.
Some alternative models (e.g. ShadowStats) estimate 5%–8% average annual inflation, but these aren’t officially recognized.

👉 Bottom line: Cash does lose value over time — just not always as dramatically as we joked about. We're not economists — just two guys who like silver and real estate.

⏱️ Episode Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction to Alternative Investing
01:00 – Why Silver Is Appealing Right Now
02:51 – Understanding Silver Prices & Inflation
05:53 – Silver vs. Cash for Emergency Funds
09:14 – Buying Silver: Spot Price & Premiums
11:49 – How to Spot Scams and Fakes
17:55 – Numismatics vs. Bullion Explained
25:51 – Silver in Real Emergencies (Nick’s Stories)
32:20 – Junk Silver: What It Is & Why It Matters
34:38 – Gold vs. Silver, Currency Collapse Scenarios
43:43 – Real Estate & Wealth Building Strategies
50:14 – Final Thoughts: Risk Management & Diversification

🔗 Connect with us:

📈 Hashtags & Keywords:
#SilverInvestment #AlternativeInvesting #PreciousMetals #InflationHedge #InvestingTips #Bullion #Numismatics #JunkSilver #GoldVsSilver #CashAlternatives #InvestorShedPodcast #RealEstateStrategies #WealthBuilding #Cryptocurrency #EmergencySavings #DiversifyYourPortfolio #HardAssets #FinancialEducation #NorthIdahoRealEstate #NickBeveridge #JeremyKitchen

Thursday May 08, 2025

S5E7 Made $130k This Week (And Won a Lawsuit Too) - Investor Shed Podcast

Thursday May 08, 2025

Welcome to a brand new year of the Investor Shed Podcast! In this high-energy episode, hosts Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen kick off 2025 with huge wins—massive commissions, successful flips, and a lawsuit victory (yep, for real). The guys open up about their financial milestones, current development projects, and the evolving referral strategies that are fueling business growth.

But that’s not all. This episode dives deep into how AI voice cloning is transforming their business, from project management to streamlining communication and even creating scopes of work. It’s “business as usual—but better.”

They also explore how understanding the lifetime value of clients helps guide smart marketing and referral reward systems, all while keeping things light with honest stories, lessons learned, and a few unforgettable sound bites.

✅ Key Takeaways:

2025 is already delivering major wins for both Nick and Jeremy
Real estate commissions and flips have made a strong financial impact
AI voice cloning is saving time and improving communication
Development projects are showing strong profit potential
Clear team dynamics and streamlined roles boost efficiency
Referral strategies are essential—and standardizing them helps
AI can support everything from task delegation to project communication
Personal growth is an ongoing process—mindset matters
You can change your circumstances with intention and effort

📌 Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome to the Investor Shed Podcast
00:52 – 2025: A Promising Start
02:54 – Real Estate Success and Lawsuits
06:09 – AI Voice Cloning: A Game Changer
08:57 – Business Growth and Efficiency
12:12 – Development Projects and Future Prospects
14:53 – Team Dynamics and Referral Strategies
24:10 – Building Referral Relationships
30:26 – Standardizing Referral Rewards
36:12 – Leveraging AI for Project Management
43:44 – Enhancing Communication with AI
46:08 – Personal Growth and Motivation

💬 Got thoughts on using AI in business or want to share a real estate win? Drop it in the comments! Like, subscribe, and share if this one got you fired up for 2025.

📈 Hashtags & Keywords:
#InvestorShedPodcast #RealEstateInvesting #AIInRealEstate #VoiceCloning #BusinessGrowth #ReferralStrategy #TeamDynamics #ProjectManagement #2025Success #RealEstateDevelopment #PersonalGrowth #ClientValue #MarketingStrategies #EfficiencyHacks #RealEstateWins #LawsuitVictory #AICommunication #NickBeveridge #JeremyKitchen

Thursday May 01, 2025

S5E6 Can You Flip a House Inside Your Roth IRA? (Yes—Here’s How) - Investor Shed Podcast

Thursday May 01, 2025

In this episode of the Investor Shed Podcast, hosts Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen dive into the often-overlooked world of using Roth IRAs and self-directed retirement accounts for real estate investing. Whether you're flipping houses or holding rentals, they break down how you can use these tax-advantaged accounts to supercharge your investment growth—tax-free.

They discuss the ins and outs of the fix and flip strategy within a Roth IRA, the rules around UBIT (Unrelated Business Income Tax), and how to properly structure deals using non-recourse loans. If you're considering using retirement funds to fund your next deal, this episode is packed with need-to-know strategies.

Nick and Jeremy also share tips on managing renovations, avoiding costly tax mistakes, and ensuring your investment paperwork keeps the IRS happy.

✅ Key Takeaways:

Roth IRAs and self-directed accounts can be powerful tools for real estate investing
Fix and flips are possible within a Roth IRA and can accelerate retirement savings
Understanding UBIT is essential for avoiding unexpected taxes
Non-recourse loans are required for financing properties in retirement accounts
Proper documentation and IRS compliance are non-negotiable
Separate personal funds from retirement accounts to avoid penalties
Renovation management is key to flipping success within a retirement strategy
Investing through a Roth IRA can lead to tax-free wealth building

📌 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction to the Investor Shed Podcast
06:07 – The Fix and Flip Strategy
11:46 – Navigating Loans and Financing
17:54 – Tax Implications and UBIT
23:51 – Conclusion and Future Plans

💬 Got questions about using your Roth IRA to invest in real estate? Drop them in the comments! Don’t forget to like and subscribe for more real estate strategies and investment insights.

📈 Hashtags & Keywords:
#RothIRA #SelfDirectedIRA #RealEstateInvesting #FixAndFlip #RetirementPlanning #UBIT #InvestmentStrategies #RenovationManagement #NonRecourseLoans #TaxFreeGrowth #InvestorShedPodcast #RealEstateStrategy #NickBeveridge #JeremyKitchen #PropertyFlipping #TaxImplications #RetirementWealth #FinanceTips #RealEstateTaxTips #SelfDirectedInvesting

Thursday Apr 24, 2025

S5E5 The Truth About the National Debt & Elon Musk - Investor Shed Podcast

Thursday Apr 24, 2025

In this episode of the Investor Shed Podcast, Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen get into some deep and wide-ranging economic territory—from personal budgeting to the massive implications of the U.S. national debt, and even how Elon Musk might fit into the future of government efficiency.

They start with some real-talk anecdotes about manhood and money habits, then dive headfirst into the alarming trajectory of government spending, the collapse of the U.S. dollar, and what it all means for real estate investors, homeowners, and everyday Americans.

Other major talking points include inflation, treasury bonds, AI’s role in economic forecasting, tariffs, and the shaky future of Social Security and Medicare. They even explore China's rising economic dominance, and whether Musk’s innovative mind might be what’s needed to reduce government waste and inefficiency.

Whether you’re in real estate, interested in macroeconomics, or just want to get better at budgeting and personal finance, this episode packs in a ton of value.

✅ Key Takeaways:

Budgeting remains a foundational skill for personal and financial stability
The U.S. national debt is spiraling and could outpace GDP by 2029
Elon Musk's controversial but innovative approach may offer solutions to government inefficiency
AI can help predict and navigate complex economic shifts
Inflation is built into the fiat system; the dollar’s value is already deeply eroded
Real estate investing doesn’t exist in a vacuum—it’s affected by macroeconomics
Social Security and Medicare face significant instability in the near future
China is on track to surpass the U.S. economically by 2030
Tariffs can serve as negotiation tools but also come with side effects
Cutting government waste is critical for long-term stability

📌 Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction and Personal Anecdotes
07:59 – National Debt and Its Implications
29:54 – The Future of National Debt and Real Estate
37:17 – Tariffs and Their Impact
43:00 – The Future of Social Security and Medicare
50:39 – The Rise of China and Economic Predictions
01:01:11 – The Role of Elon Musk in Government Efficiency

💬 If you found this episode helpful, insightful, or mind-blowing, drop a comment below, hit that like button, and make sure you’re subscribed.

📈 Hashtags & Keywords:
#NationalDebt #Budgeting #ElonMusk #USEconomy #Inflation #PersonalFinance #InvestorShedPodcast #RealEstate #EconomicPredictions #GovernmentSpending #SocialSecurity #ChinaEconomy #TreasuryBonds #SpendingHabits #DollarCollapse #AI #EconomicImplications #FinancialPlanning #Tariffs #RealEstateInvesting #NickBeveridge #JeremyKitchen