J Scott on New Sweeping Tariffs: Opportunity or Obstacle for Multifamily?

Sweeping new tariffs are causing sharp economic ripple effects, with stock valuations dropping last week and Americans bracing for renewed inflation. This shift creates both new risks and opportunities for real estate investors—especially passive LPs evaluating upcoming deals. Amid this uncertainty, bond yields and mortgage rates are falling fast—a welcome shift for GPs grappling with bridge loans or variable-rate debt. The question LP investors must ask themselves now is: how do I protect my portfolio during downturns like this AND jump on opportunities coming down the pipeline? To help answer, we brought on J Scott. He’s been investing in real estate for decades, with more experience in multifamily and single-family than most. J shares how tariffs could influence multifamily real estate and their broader economic implications. From mortgage rates to US dollar dominance, rent growth risks, and more, he gives his up-to-date view and reveals his strategy on what he’s doing now to protect his capital without taking on unnecessary risk.  Disclaimer The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only. All host and participant opinions are their own. Investment in any asset, real estate included, involves risk, so use your best judgment and consult with qualified advisors before investing. You should only risk capital you can afford to lose. Remember that past performance is not indicative of future results. This podcast may contain paid advertisements or other promotional materials for real estate investment advisers, investment funds, and investment opportunities, which should not be interpreted as a recommendation, endorsement, or testimonial by PassivePockets, LLC or any of its affiliates. Viewers must conduct their own due diligence and consider their own financial situations before engaging with any of the advertised offerings, products, or services. PassivePockets, LLC disclaims all liability for direct, indirect, consequential, or other damages arising out of reliance on information and advertisements presented in this podcast. In This Episode We Cover Why mortgage rates and bond yields are falling even with serious inflation risk  What passive investors can do now to ensure they survive a recession  The end-goal of the Trump Administration’s tariffs and what it means for Americans Will the US dollar lose ground as the global reserve currency due to tariffs?  J’s favorite real estate investments during economic downturns (and ones to avoid) A bridge debt comeback? Why short-term debt may make sense as rates drop And So Much More!