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The Paper Trail

Welcome to The Paper Trail, where we follow the journey—my journey—through the world of mortgage note investing. I'm Chris Seveney, and after years of buying, managing, and selling notes with 7e Investments, I'm here to share the real stories behind the deals—what went right, what went wrong, and what I wish I knew earlier. From non-performing loans to seller financing to private lending, this show is about more than strategies—it’s about learning to follow the paper trail and doing the due diligence that separates the pros from the rest. Let's hit the trail.

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    358 | Tariffs, Labor Costs, and the Double Squeeze on Real Estate

    In this episode of The Paper Trail, host Chris Seveney breaks down the “double squeeze” currently pressuring real estate construction from two directions at once: rising tariffs on building materials and a tightening construction labor market. Drawing from nearly 30 years of experience in construction and development, Chris explains how these forces are changing the economics of new development and why passive investors should pay close attention.Episode Timeline00:00 Tariffs and Labor Crunch01:44 Tariffs Raise Material Costs04:00 Labor Shortage Hits Timelines07:21 Double Squeeze on Supply08:57 Market Examples: DC vs Florida10:27 Passive Investor Checklist13:02 Budgeting and Capital Stack14:36 Wrap Up and Next EpisodeLearn MoreTo learn more about how 7e approaches note investing, underwriting, and market strategy, visit:https://7einvestments.comThis content is for informational purposes only and is not intended as investment advice.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to The Paper Trail, where we follow the journey—my journey—through the world of mortgage note investing. I'm Chris Seveney, and after years of buying, managing, and selling notes with 7e Investments, I'm here to share the real stories behind the deals—what went right, what went wrong, and what I wish I knew earlier. From non-performing loans to seller financing to private lending, this show is about more than strategies—it’s about learning to follow the paper trail and doing the due diligence that separates the pros from the rest. Let's hit the trail.

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Chris Seveney

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Welcome to The Paper Trail, where we follow the journey—my journey—through the world of mortgage note investing. I'm Chris Seveney, and after years of buying, managing, and selling notes with 7e Investments, I'm here to share the real stories behind the deals—what went right, what went wrong, and...

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