In Episode 14 of Groundfloor Market Trends Podcast, host Patrick Donoghue welcomes seasoned real estate investor and CEO of Southern Specialty Properties, Dustin Cole. With 20 years of experience navigating the highs and lows of market cycles, Dustin shares his expert insights on successful residential fix and flip projects, new construction, and property management. Learn about Dustin’s transition from banking to borrowing, how he leverages the Groundfloor platform to drive his business, and strategies for staying resilient amid high interest rates and construction cost pressures. Perfect for both veteran and aspiring real estate investors, this episode offers valuable knowledge for finding opportunities and scaling a real estate business in today’s market.

In episode 13 of the Groundfloor Market Trends podcast, host Patrick Donoghue interviews Claire Lovell, Groundfloor's Head of Product. They discuss her extensive background in product management and her journey from working in box office management to leading product development in various fintech and blockchain companies. Claire elaborates on her role in innovating Groundfloor's offerings, particularly the Flywheel Portfolio — a product that enables retail investors to diversify their investments instantly and efficiently. The conversation covers the ideation, development, and incremental improvements made to Flywheel, emphasizing customer feedback and the importance of diversity in investment strategies. Claire also provides insights into future product iterations and enhancements, aiming to meet evolving investor needs and deliver a seamless user experience.

In episode 12 of the Groundfloor Market Trends podcast, Damon Riehl of Investment Property Loan Exchange (IPLE) discusses his 40 years of experience in lending across various asset classes including commercial and residential mortgages, small business, and construction lending. He explains why he chose to remain an intermediary rather than become a lender. Riehl highlights the benefits IPLE provides through its platform, including leveraging strong relationships with private lenders to get favorable terms for real estate investors. The discussion also covers the current interest rate environment, market trends, and predictions for 2025, emphasizing stability and geographic diversification in loan origination.