The True Driver of Real Estate Cycles, Demographic Long-term Trends and The Importance of Patience ft. John Chang

The True Driver of Real Estate Cycles, Demographic Long-term Trends and The Importance of Patience ft. John Chang

Author: Joe Fairless July 3, 2026 Duration: 45:43
Matt Faircloth talks to John Chang as they dive deep into short-term turbulence, interest rate swings, geopolitical tensions, and inflation, while unveiling the bigger picture: long-term demographics, supply-demand imbalances, and mega-trends like senior housing and built-to-rent communities. You'll discover how savvy investors are capitalizing on these forces now, before they catch the wider market off guard. We break down actionable insights: why offices might surprise skeptics with a steady return, where apartment markets are headed amidst headwinds, and how opportunity zones remain a hidden gem for long-term growth. Plus, John shares how demographic shifts, aging populations, changing household formations, and migration patterns are shaping demand for specific asset classes over the next decade. John Chang Current role: Senior Vice President, National Director Research & Advisory Services of Marcus & Millichap Based in: Phoenix, Arizona Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnchang/ https://www.marcusmillichap.com Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit https://malabarhillcapital.com/ for more info. Podcast production done by⁠ ⁠Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Joe Fairless, co-founder of Ashcroft Capital, The Best Ever CRE Show is a daily conversation about commercial real estate investment. The podcast’s perspective is rooted in Fairless’s own journey from purchasing single-family homes to overseeing a multi-billion dollar portfolio, offering a practical bridge between foundational concepts and large-scale asset management. Each episode focuses on actionable insights and education, whether you're actively involved in deals or considering passive investment strategies. The discussions are built around building wealth and constructing a legacy through property, featuring interviews with operators, syndicators, and market analysts who share their successes and lessons learned. As the longest-running daily commercial real estate podcast, it serves as a consistent source for timely information and expert analysis, cutting through industry noise to examine market trends, due diligence, and capital strategies. Listening to this podcast means joining a community focused on tangible results, where complex topics are broken down into understandable segments for investors at every stage. The daily format ensures a steady stream of perspectives on everything from multifamily and industrial assets to navigating economic shifts, all aimed at providing the tools needed for informed decision-making in a dynamic market.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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