Is Now The Time To Act? Residential Mortgage Update
Is Now The Time To Act? Residential Mortgage Update Episode 807 | 02.12.25 In this episode of Fried On Business, Jim Fried sits down with Ed Cairo, founder of American Home Finance, to explore key trends in the residential mortgage market. They discuss rising interest rates, HELOCs (Home Equity Lines of Credit), reverse mortgages for retirees, and […]
Solving the Rubik’s Cube: Strategies for Closing Complex Real Estate Transactions
Solving the Rubik’s Cube: Strategies for Closing Complex Real Estate Transactions Episode 806 | 02.05.25 In this insightful episode of Fried On Business, host Jim Fried dives into the complexities of real estate transactions in South Florida. Jim explains how to solve the “Rubik’s Cube” of land, labor, and capital to close deals in today’s challenging […]
Protecting Your Digital Assets: How To Safeguard Data, Crypto and Online Investments
Episode 805 | 01.29.25 In this episode of Fried On Business, Jim Fried welcomes Jeffrey Glusman of BDIC Insurance to discuss the urgent need for blockchain deposit insurance in todayâs digital economy. As cryptocurrency adoption grows, so do threats like fraud, phishing, and cyber theft. Jeffrey shares how BDIC Insurance is bringing a first-of-its-kind product to market that provides protection for digital wallets, helping […]
Supporting The Future: The Education Fund’s Impact on Miami-Dade Schools
Episode 801 | 01.08.25 In this heartfelt episode of Fried On Business, Jim Fried speaks with Marilyn Marnett of The Education Fund to discuss its transformative work in Miami-Dade County Public Schools. From food forests to free school supplies, Marilyn shares how the fund supports teachers and students in economically challenged communities. Jim reflects on his […]
South Florida’s Red-Hot Office Market and What’s Next
Episode 799 | 12.18.24 In this episode of Fried On Business, host Jim Fried is joined by Brian Gale, a leading office leasing expert at Cushman & Wakefield, to discuss the current state of the office market in South Florida and nationwide. From skyrocketing Brickell rents to new office developments in Coral Gables and Coconut Grove, […]
Real Estate in 2025: Economic Trends and Opportunities with KC Conway
Real Estate in 2025: Economic Trends and Opportunities with KC Conway Episode 798 | 12.11.24 In this episode of Fried On Business, host Jim Fried is joined by economist and real estate visionary KC Conway to discuss key trends shaping the market as we head into 2025. From inflation and tax policy to adaptive reuse opportunities […]
Protecting Your Wealth in 2025: Tom Handler’s Tax and Estate Planning Strategies
Episode 797 | 12.04.24 In this episode of Fried On Business, host Jim Fried interviews Tom Handler, a renowned tax attorney and wealth strategist. They discuss the potential extensions of Trump’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), key strategies for minimizing tax burdens, and estate planning insights to protect and grow generational wealth. Tom provides actionable […]
Creative Capital Market Solutions
Creative Capital Market Solutions Episode 792 | 10.30.24 Jim speaks with Jon Gitman of Brideginvest on current bridge lending terms. They talk about markets, product types, general cost of capital, structures and more. ************************************* About Our Guest: Jon Gitman Partner of BridgeInvest since 2013. Jon Gitman oversees loan origination and underwriting at BridgeInvest. In his […]
Rate Cuts and Real Estate: How to Navigate Residential Mortgages in 2024
Rate Cuts and Real Estate: How to Navigate Residential Mortgages in 2024 Episode 791 | 10.23.24 In this episode of Fried On Business, Jim and home mortgage expert Ed Cairo discuss the recent 50 basis point interest rate cut and its impact on the residential real estate market. They dive into refinancing strategies, rate and term […]
Navigating Rising Insurance Costs – What Can We Do?
Navigating Rising Insurance Costs – What Can We Do? Episode 790 | 10.16.24 In this episode of Fried On Business, host Jim Fried tackles the insurance crisis impacting the real estate industry. Rising premiums in homeowners and flood insurance are affecting property values, liquidity, and the cost of occupancy across the U.S. Jim offers insights […]
