Welcome back to another gripping episode of the Real Estate Jerky podcast hosted by Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly! This week, we're joined by Congressman John Duarte for an engaging and insightful discussion that spans a wide range of crucial topics.
๐ **Episode Highlights:**
- **Water Scarcity & Community Impact:** John Duarte delves into the critical issue of water abundance and its importance to community well-being, emphasizing the need for clear public communication on this matter.
- **Housing Development & Water Issues:** The conversation between Mike, Ed, and John reveals the impact of water scarcity on housing development in regions like Phoenix and extends to the broader implications for real estate.
- **Youth Engagement & Economic Concerns:** We explore the challenge of engaging younger voters, focusing on economic issues and the strategies to win their support in the upcoming presidential election.
- **Political Dialogue & Policies:** John Duarte shares his support for Donald Trump, critiques inconsistencies in political ideologies, and calls for revisiting policies like modern monetary theory and green energy.
- **Affordable Housing & Government Accountability:** The discussion touches on Sacramento's housing affordability, high construction fees, crime's impact on property values, and the need for accountable government spending.
- **Real Estate Market Dynamics:** Mike and Ed discuss buyer-side expenses, the potential effects of the NAR settlement, and the importance of having standardized real estate negotiations.
- **Water Infrastructure Investments:** John Duarte proposes extending the south Folsom Canal for surface construction to address water needs in southern California and agricultural areas, a common-sense solution that avoids the pitfalls of the delta tunnels.
- **Local Politics & Personal Histories:** We address the challenges of getting involved in local politics and the acceptance of past experimental behaviors, concluding with a candid discussion about marijuana use.
- **Real Estate Advice & Market Trends:** Mike shares recent property closing statistics, and the hosts discuss the implications of rate cuts, urging listeners to seize real estate opportunities now.
**๐ Key Segments to Tune In For:**
- [00:05:00] - Water Scarcity & Community Impact
- [00:15:30] - Housing Affordability in California
- [00:25:00] - Engaging Younger Voters
- [00:40:00] - Real Estate Market Dynamics
- [00:55:00] - Local Politics & Personal Histories
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