Another MLS lawsuit is making waves—this time aiming to remove unfair listing rules and help both buyers and agents. Experts say we’re in a “healthy” housing market, but does it feel that way? A high-demand, often-overlooked “cash cow” rental strategy is exploding in 2025, and we talk about everyone’s favorite state to hate: California. Is investing in Los Angeles actually worth it? All that, and more, in today’s show!

Experts from HousingWire are calling today’s housing market “healthier” as buyers gain leverage, inventory rises, and pending sales increase. If you’re a hesitant investor, it may be time to get in the game, but flippers and sellers must be careful. James and Henry share how they’re still (profitably) selling deals in today’s market.

Want to make WAY more cash flow? This rental strategy’s demand is surging, and there’s not enough supply! We’ll describe the strategy and why it’s become a “cash cow” with even better future potential. Is the appreciation worth investing in America’s hardest housing market—California? Finally, a new MLS lawsuit makes waves as a key brokerage challenges strict selling standards that could be hurting buyers, sellers, and agents. What happens if they win?

In This Episode We Cover

The new MLS lawsuit that may trigger a “domino” effect leading to the end of the MLS

A cash-flowing rental strategy with growing demand in 2025 and where it works

Why experts say the housing market is “healthy” again—but why it still feels off

Does it ever make sense to invest in California? Why the wealthy still park money there

And So Much More!

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Why the housing market is actually much healthier in 2025

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New Lawsuit Could Trigger “Domino Effect” to End the MLS