with Ryan Poole
AI, Empathy and the Return to Fundamentals Are the Distressed Investor’s Advantage
ABOUT THE EPISODE
We’re in the midst of a seismic shift in real estate and those with a strategic lens on the past and a pulse on emerging tech are the ones best positioned to lead.
This episode of Debt Doctor, is a return to fundamentals conversation with Ryan Poole, Founder & CEO at RealTrade.
The forces reshaping today’s real estate landscape – from the rise of AI and the ongoing “Portal Wars,” to the condo market crisis and the lingering lessons of 2008 – our conversation zeroes in on the value of returning to the fundamentals.
We reflect on borrower relationships, market dislocations, and how creative loss mitigation approaches can still turn a profit – especially in distressed markets. With deep insight into the rental and commercial sectors, Ryan also shares how technology is driving the next wave of opportunity for investors who know where to look.
This is not just a look back, it’s a call forward. For those operating in the secondary mortgage market or eyeing distressed real estate, this episode offers both context and clarity for where capital, caution, and creativity intersect next.
Investor Takeaways:
• Open borrower communication remains a vital tool in workout strategies
• Lessons from the 2008 crisis still guide us today, especially in NP loan resolution
• Commercial assets face liquidity risk amid rising rates and stricter terms
• Florida’s condo market reflects the regulatory shifts and investor opportunity windows
• AI is a competitive edge, not just a buzzword
About Our Guest:
Ryan Poole is Founder & CEO of RealTrade. Connect further with Ryan on LinkedIn.
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