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The Expected Returns Podcast

by Steven Luttman

A real estate focused conversation touching on markets, economic data and financial literacy.

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Episodes

  1. How Long Is Too Long? Ep.41 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for episode #41 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we'll discuss the pros and cons of a 50 year mortgage, new players entering the mortgage industry before wrapping up with whether builders are to blame for housing unaffordability #50yearmortgage #robinhood #homebuilders…

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  2. YOU'RE FIRED!!.....MAYBE? Ep.40 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for Episode #40 of The Expected Returns Podcast! In today's video we discuss recent high-profile allegations of mortgage fraud, dive into a failed relationship before wrapping up with talk of potentially eliminating taxes on home sales.#federalreserve #powell #mortgagefraud...

  3. Hold Your Horses Ep.39 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for Episode #39 of The Expected Returns Podcast! In today's video we discuss The recent inflation and jobs reports, socialism in NYC before wrapping up with a conversation on multifamily due dilligence. 📧 [email protected] ig: sjlincolnrealty www.sjlincoln.com/bookacall

  4. Business or Pleasure? Ep.38 of The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for Episode #38 of The Expected Returns Podcast! In today's video we discuss The Justice Department possibly charging NY Attorney General Letita James with mortgage fraud , Zillow fighting back against pocket listings before wrapping up with a way to save you thousands. #trump…

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  5. The Not So Secret Blacklist 🤫📝

    Welcome back for Episode #37 of The Expected Returns Podcast! In today's video we discuss Rocket Mortgage acquiring Redfin and Mr. Cooper, Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac breaking up with the U.S. Government before wrapping up with the importance of exposure. #rocketmortgage #freddiemac #fanniemae…

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  6. CONSUMER COLONOSCOPY 👨‍⚕️🍑 Ep.36 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for Episode #36 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we review signs of a struggling Ameican consumer, discuss a real estate scheme growing in popularity and wrap up with one state's approach to prevent Wall Street from taking over Main Street. 📧 [email protected] ig:...

  7. WRAP UP & LOOK AHEAD 🔭👀 Ep.35 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for Episode #35 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we look backwards before forwards📅 discuss senior citizens fighting Wall Street👴🦯 and explore the idea of higher taxes being…good ??? Are you or someone you know in the Capital Region in need of real estate services? If so,...

  8. If You Can’t Do The Time

    Welcome back for Episode #34 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we look into the post Fed rate cut future🔮 explore creative balance sheet solutions now employed by banks💸 and discuss the downsides of following popular trends️👮 Are you or someone you know in the Capital Region in need of…

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  9. Eviction Constriction, Zombie Mortgages & Business Missteps Ep.33 The Expected Returns Podcast

    Welcome back for Episode #33 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we cover New York State's new Good Cause Eviction Law⚖️, Zombie mortgages back from the dead🧟 and discuss how to react when a business deal goes off the rails🚂 ⁠ Do you or someone you know in the Capital Region in need of real...

  10. COLLATERAL DAMAGE, ANALYZING FAILURE & JOBSAPALOOZA Ep.31 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for Episode #31 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we discuss lenders fighting dirty🤼, why owners are giving properties back to banks🔑 and dive into the recent jobs and inflation reports 🕵️ If someone you know has a real estate related need in the Capital Region, kindly…

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  11. Hiking Hiatus, "Free" Refi & Roleplayers Gone Rogue Ep.30 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for Episode #30 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we discuss lenders offering "free" refinances🙌, what life is like post rate hikes 🕵️ & the importance of teamwork when acquiring property 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Are you or someone you know in the Capital Region in need of real estate…

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  12. Media Misfire, a gNARly Housing Plan & Updated Market Deepdive Ep.29 The Expected Returns Podcast

    Welcome back for Episode #29 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we discuss #NAR ‘s plan to save housing 🙏, the #NYT ‘s assault on homeownership 📰 and explore what’s happening in today’s real estate market 🏘️🤷 Are you or someone you know in the Capital Region in need of real estate…

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  13. Max Rent = Max Revenue? anNARilation, Deepening Deficits & Landlord Life Ep.28 The Expected Returns Podcast

    Welcome back for Episode #28 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we discuss the Treasury’s “solution” to deficits 💸, a seismic shift in the buying/selling of real estate🤝 and “Life as a Landlord” makes its return 🏘️🤷 Are you or someone you know in the Capital Region in need of real estate...

  14. Pay, or Delay? #Shutdown Countdown, Landlord Life & Action Time Ep.27 The Expected Returns Podcast

    Welcome back for Episode #27 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we discuss a possible government shutdown 🚪🚫, debut a new segment “Life as a Landlord”🏘️🤷, and examine when is actually the correct time to be a buyer 🧐. Are you or someone you know in the Capital Region in need of real…

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  15. #Airbnb Amplification, That’s so Fitch & Steamy Love Letters Ep.26 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman Everybody’s Got a Price

    Welcome back for Episode #26 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we discuss Airbnb’s continued takeover of the real estate market 🌎, Fitch’s downgrade of United States debt 📉 and an alarming trend of tenants getting a little too close for comfort 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Are you or someone you know in the...

  16. Unintended Consequences Ep.25 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for Episode #25 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we discuss Bounces by Beyonce, Student Loan Sadness and Inspection Investigation. #beyonce #inflation #capitalregion #realestate The Supreme Court voted 6-3 in opposition of President Biden's student loan debt forgiveness plan.…

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  17. HARDER THAN IT LOOKS Ep.24 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for Episode #24 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we discuss Swifties getting swindled, Opendoor to closed door? and Adios to agents. #taylorswift #swifties #supremecourt #opendoor #realestate #investing #capitalregion Content used for today’s video:...

  18. MEDIA MISSTEP Ep.23 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for Episode #23 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Today we discuss inaccurate reporting on changes to mortgage fees, lament New york State's failed housing plan and explore 2023's version of the American Dream. #wsj #media #fanniemae #freddiemac #mortgage #hochul #nys #americandream...

  19. ONE STOP SHOP Ep.22 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Welcome back for Episode #22 of The Expected Returns Podcast! In today's video we explore the future of real estate transactions, discuss the business model of short term rentals and review March's jobs report. #rocketmortgage #zillow #STR #shorttermrentals #jobsreport #unemployment Owning real...

  20. YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED 🗣️ 🤔 Ep.21 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED in Episode 21 of The Expected Returns Podcast! Buying versus waiting, cutting out the middleman, what has Steve’s attention and so much more. A very fun episode that you don’t want to miss. Buying a House in 2023...

  21. The Year of Free Money Ep.20 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    “WORK SMARTER, NOT HARDER” seems to be the adage du jour, however I’ve always preferred “IF IT’S FREE, IT’S FOR ME”! To kick off 2023 in style, we discuss multiple ways to earn thousands of dollars for only a few minutes worth of work. Seriously. 💰⏰ New year, New market? Let’s talk about what...

  22. Knowing What You Don't Know Ep.19 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Happy holidays! Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy end to the year, and a great start to 2023. We open with a conversation about learning and being comfortable not having all of the answers. This is followed by exploring fallout related to the collapse of FTX and arrest of its CEO…

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  23. Election Day Special ! Ep.18 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Happy Election Day! The ability to vote is a privilege, honor and worth celebrating. We open by discussing the return of 45 and what it means for the country. Next we explore what life would be like under King Steve when it comes to guns, immigration and elected officials. This is not your normal...

  24. Halloween Spooky Special Ep.17 The Expected Returns Podcast w/ Steven Luttman

    Death delayed, dominating dollar and compulsive complainers all in this week’s episode…DON’T MISS IT !! #housing prices are falling nationwide, is the Capital Region next? 🏘️⬇️ Can being strong actually make you…weak? #dollar 💪💵 The morality (or lack thereof) surrounding the owning of rental...

  25. What would you say.....you do here?

    The lowdown on layoffs 💼🚫, plunging prices 🏠📉 and debt deletion 🧙🏻‍♂️💰 all in this week’s episode…possibly the best yet so don’t miss it! Being rejected is the pits, especially when it’s by your employer. Today we explore reframing the employee/company relationship, as well as how to…

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  26. CHIPs, Steak & The Farmer

    Costly Chips 💰, Meat Mayhem 🥩, Government Giveups 🙅‍♂️ & Storytime w/ Steve 📖 all in this week's episode...DON'T MISS IT !! CHIPs Act passes Congress. Great for the Capital District, but good for the country? Pushback creates interesting bedfellows. The latest inflation print shows…

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  27. Whoever Denied it Supplied it

    THE RECESSION SPECIAL !!! Misdirection Mischief, Ticket Tantrums and When Up Means Down all in this week’s episode…. Check It Out ! While GDP contracts, the Biden White House points to job gains as proof of a strong economy. 💼 Inflation remains so hot that boomers are paying thousands of dollars...

  28. A Very Busy Week

    Steve: a man of the people, Crowded Calendars and Salacious Sandwiches all in this week's episode...DON'T MISS IT !! [email protected] SJ Lincoln Realty 35 Bath Street Suite 101 Ballston Spa, NY 12020

  29. Too Far Gone?

    Eternal Expenditures, the Blame Game and Bonding with Bonds all in this week's episode...you don't want to miss it !! [email protected] SJ Lincoln Realty 35 Bath Street Suite 101 Ballston Spa, NY 12020

  30. Emergency Episode: Fed goes HAM !

    Raise your hand if you love talking about monetary policy 🙋‍♂️ ......nobody?...ok Round 3 of the Federal Reserve versus inflation produced a 75 basis points increase in short term borrowing rates. A brief video on what it means and strategies on how to benefit. 📧 [email protected] SJ Lincoln...

  31. Less Talk, More Action Ep.11 The Expected Returns Podcast

    Pregnant Pigs, Hope for Housing and Lagging vs. Leading all in this week’s episode….Don’t miss it !

  32. Nothing Lasts Forever

    Ice cream sadness, big box bye-bye and positive vibes all in this week’s episode…..YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS IT !

  33. Patience Is Needed

    Pain by Powell, the Millennial Mindset and People Power all in this week's episode...don't miss it!

  34. Mailbag #2

    Bubble Trouble, Steve vs. Unions and "What would ya say you do here?" all in this week's episode...don't miss it!

  35. Resesh or Refresh?

    Value shopping, Bills stadium deal and are we heading for a recession all in today's episode. You don't want to miss it!

  36. Let's All Get Smarter Together

    Cyclops Horses, Sensational Sanctions & Finance Demystified all in this weeks episode, don't miss it!

  37. Why I Sold

    Steve being a hypocrite? Alcohol, shots fired AND a local housing update all in today's episode...don't miss it!

  38. Frozen Pipes, Empty Wallets

    Pro wrestling, ADUs and "When landlording goes wrong" all in todays episode!

  39. It's A New Year, Yes It Is

    Rates up, fossil fuels down, sports betting now live and YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

  40. Confidence from Clarity

    Financial markets look to avoid the dreaded Land of Ambiguity

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A real estate focused conversation touching on markets, economic data and financial literacy.

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Steven Luttman

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