The Iced Coffee Hour "Time To Sell!" Ben Mallah's Shocking Prediction For Home Prices, Falling Rents, & The Trump Economy
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Jan 22, 2026 
In this insightful discussion, guest Ben Mallah, a savvy commercial real estate investor known for his asset management prowess, dives into the current market landscape. He predicts potential distress in the housing market by 2026, driven by inexperienced buyers and rising interest rates. Ben also shares his thoughts on smart property selling strategies, the importance of 1031 exchanges, and the impact of AI on real estate deal-making. Plus, he reveals creative renovation approaches and the significance of family involvement in business decisions.
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Turn $100K Into Meaningful Leverage
- With $100K, use leverage: treat it as down payment capacity to access larger deals.
- Pursue seller financing or buy 'subject to' existing loans when possible to stretch capital.
Spend Renovation Dollars To Boost NOI
- Prioritize renovations that increase NOI and rent potential, not cosmetic vanity projects.
- Calculate whether A + B = C: will improvements raise rent/value enough to justify cost?
Turned Down A 'Free' Macy's Due To Hidden Costs
- Ben inspected a Macy's unit attached to a mall and declined a near-free acquisition due to heavy operating liabilities.
- He avoided taking on mall CAM, taxes, and security costs that would create deep negative cashflow.