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Deal Room Insights

Real deals, financing strategy, and market breakdowns from the podcast. Written for operators, not observers.

Financing Strategy

How to Finance a Business Acquisition (Without Draining Your Savings)

Most business acquisitions are financed, not bought with cash. Here's how to structure a deal so you keep your capital and get the right lender in place.

February 21, 2026·8 min read
Financing Strategy

The Commercial Loan Application Checklist: Everything Your Lender Will Ask For

Complete checklist of documents lenders need to approve your commercial loan. Organized by category with tips for moving faster and avoiding delays.

February 19, 2026·9 min read
Market Update

Selling Your Home in King County: What to Expect in Today's Market

Inventory up 36%, but still below balanced. The three mistakes that cost sellers real money, and how to actually get market value.

February 19, 2026·7 min read
Investment Strategy

How to Analyze a Rental Property in 15 Minutes (My Actual Process)

Most deals are a pass. Here's the exact framework I use to evaluate a rental property in 15 minutes and know instantly whether to pursue it.

February 14, 2026·8 min read
Financing Strategy

Construction Loans 101: How to Finance Your Next Build in Washington

Construction loans work differently than permanent financing. Here's how draws, inspections, and interest reserves work, plus what lenders need to approve your project.

February 12, 2026·7 min read
Market Update

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home in Seattle? (The Honest Answer)

Inventory up 36%. Prices down 5–8% from peak. Rates in the mid-5s. Your timeline, affordability, and hold period matter more than the market does.

February 12, 2026·6 min read
Market Update

Seattle Condo Market 2026: Why Prices Are Down and What It Means for Buyers

Median condo prices down 11% YoY while single-family is up 2.3%. Why, and what this means for first-time buyers, investors, and downsizers.

February 12, 2026·7 min read
Investment Strategy

1031 Exchange Basics: How to Defer Taxes When You Sell Investment Property

A 1031 exchange lets you defer capital gains taxes indefinitely by reinvesting in real property. Here's exactly how it works and when it makes sense.

February 7, 2026·9 min read
Medical Practice

Dental Practice Financing: What Lenders Want to See Before They Say Yes

Dental practices are attractive to lenders: stable patient bases, recurring revenue, strong margins. But getting approved means hitting specific metrics. Here's what moves the needle.

February 7, 2026·8 min read
Investment Strategy

Best Neighborhoods to Buy Investment Property in King County (2026)

6 neighborhoods where cash flow and appreciation align. Data, rent cap implications, and how to structure the deal.

February 5, 2026·7 min read
Investment Strategy

House Hacking in Seattle: Can It Still Work in 2026?

House hacking made sense in 2020. It's tougher now, but the fundamentals still work in the right neighborhoods. Here's the honest math.

January 24, 2026·8 min read
Financing Strategy

Commercial Loan Interest Rates in 2026: What to Expect and How to Get the Best Deal

Commercial loan rates in 2026 range from 5.5% to 13% depending on loan type, DSCR, and LTV. Here's what drives rates and how to position your deal for better pricing.

January 22, 2026·7 min read