Real Estate Served on The Rocks

About Real Estate Served on The Rocks

Welcome to a modern, consumer based Real Estate podcast with a twist. We aim to bring relevant information on the Housing Market to you in a way that’s as easy to enjoy as your favorite whiskey. Each week we will taste and review a new bottle of bourbon, poured over the latest topics that matter in Real Estate. If you’ve ever thought about buying a home, selling a home, or doing neither and just enjoying some Colonel E.H Taylor in a classy tumbler, then this podcast is for YOU. Come along with us on this journey to better understand the insanity that is the current housing market, and coping with it the best way we know how, with a nice bottle of Bourbon.

Publisher

Metro5280 Home Team

Category

business · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Sept 2022

Latest episode

1 Mar 2026

Latest episodes

102 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Mar 2026

   Denver Housing Market Crash? 91% of Homes Lost Value – What Zillow Got Wrong | (Ft.Jeptha Creed Review)

   Did 91% of Denver homes really lose value this year? A recent news article claims Denver is leading the nation in a housing downturn — but is that actually true? In this episode of Real Estate Served on the Rocks, we break down the viral Zillow report, explain how Zestimate data works (and doesn’t work), and show what the actual Case-Shiller Index says about Denver home prices. If you're a homeowner, buyer, seller, or investor in Colorado, this episode will help you separate headlines from real housing data. 🥃 All while sipping and reviewing Jeptha Creed Four Grain Bourbon made with Bloody Butcher Corn. In This Episode We Cover: • Did 91% of Denver homes really lose value? • Why Zillow’s Zestimate data can be misleading • What the Case-Shiller Index actually shows • How many homes actually sold at a loss in 2025 • Why media headlines create fear in real estate markets • The difference between perceived value vs. actual sold value • Denver housing appreciation over the last 10 years • Why inventory increases don’t automatically mean a crash • How to evaluate housing market data the right way If you’ve seen the headlines about Denver’s housing market crashing — this episode is your reality check. 📊 The Real Data Behind the Headlines We walk through: • Year-over-year appreciation in Denver • 10-year home value growth trends • Active inventory vs. demand in 2025 • Why transaction volume matters more than online estimates • How to properly analyze real estate market statistics Before you panic about your home value — watch this. 🥃 Bourbon Review: Jeptha Creed Four Grain Bourbon (98 Proof) We break down: • Nose: floral notes, sour mash tones, spice • Palate: caramel, blackberry jam, toasted pecans • Mouthfeel & finish • Does Bloody Butcher corn actually change the flavor? • Final rating out of 10 Is it worth the $50 price point — or are there better sippers at this proof? ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro + 91% Headline Breakdown 06:00 What Zillow’s Zestimate Actually Measures 15:00 Case-Shiller Index Explained 25:00 Did Denver Really Lose Value? 35:00 Inventory Surge & Market Normalization 46:00 One Rock Takeaway 54:00 Jeptha Creed Bourbon Review 59:00 Final Rating If you're buying, selling, or investing in Denver real estate — don’t make decisions based on headlines. 📍 Serving Denver, Colorado Springs, Brighton, and the Front Range 📩 Drop your questions in the comments — we answer them on the next episode. #DenverRealEstate #ColoradoHousingMarket #Zillow #Zestimate #HousingMarketUpdate #DenverHousing #RealEstateInvesting #JepthaCreed #BourbonReview

2. 

   1 Mar 2026

   Trump vs Institutional Investors | Will Banning BlackRock Fix Housing Affordability? (Ft. Stranahan’s Original Colorado Single Malt Review)

   President Trump says he wants to ban large institutional investors from buying single-family homes. But will that actually make housing more affordable? In this episode of Real Estate Served on the Rocks, we break down Trump’s proposal to limit corporate ownership of residential real estate, what “institutional investor” even means, and whether companies like BlackRock are truly driving up home prices — all while reviewing Stranahan’s Original Colorado Single Malt Whiskey. If you’re frustrated about affordability, rising home prices, or hedge funds buying houses, this episode is a must-watch. In this episode we cover: • What Trump’s Truth Social post actually proposed • What qualifies as an “institutional investor” • How many homes BlackRock actually owns • The real percentage of homes owned by corporations • Whether investors are really driving up prices • Why 65% of homes are still owned by primary residents • The difference between mega-investors and small landlords • Three possible ways Congress could regulate housing investors • Ownership caps vs holding period requirements • Why supply and demand — not hedge funds — drive home values • How federal vs state power impacts housing regulation We also break down real numbers from 2020–2025 showing how investor capital flows have changed — and whether they actually correlate with affordability. Is banning institutional investors a real solution… or just a headline? 🥃 Whiskey Review: Stranahan’s Original Colorado Single Malt A Denver-based single malt made with 100% malted barley and Rocky Mountain water. We break down: • Caramel, butterscotch & vanilla on the nose • Silky, “table cream” mouthfeel • Charred oak, leather & cinnamon spice finish • How single malt differs from traditional bourbon • Whether Colorado can compete with Scotland Does this American single malt hold up against classic bourbons? ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro – Trump’s Housing Proposal 04:00 What Is an Institutional Investor? 10:00 Stranahan’s Single Malt First Impressions 18:00 How Many Homes Do Corporations Actually Own? 25:00 BlackRock & Mega Investor Breakdown 35:00 Can the Federal Government Even Ban It? 40:00 Ownership Caps Explained 45:00 Holding Period Strategy 50:00 Are Investors Really the Problem? 54:00 Supply & Demand Reality Check 57:00 One Rock Takeaway 1:00:00 Whiskey Rating If you’re buying or selling in Colorado and want straight answers (no political spin — just strategy), reach out. The real solution to affordability starts with understanding the data. 📍 Serving Denver, Colorado Springs, and the Front Range 📩 Drop your thoughts in the comments — should institutional investors be banned? #ColoradoRealEstate #HousingAffordability #InstitutionalInvestors #BlackRock #TrumpHousingPlan #RealEstatePodcast #HousingMarket #Stranahans #SingleMalt #DenverRealEstate

3. 

   1 Mar 2026

   2026 Housing Market Predictions | Interest Rates, Inventory & Affordability Explained (Ft. 2XO “Two Times Oak” Review)

   What will happen to the housing market in 2026? Will mortgage rates finally drop below 6%? Is affordability improving? And are we heading toward a buyer’s market? In this episode of Real Estate Served on the Rocks, we recap our 2025 predictions (and how accurate we were), then break down our 2026 housing market forecast — covering interest rates, inventory growth, affordability trends, climate-driven migration, and what buyers and sellers should expect — all while reviewing 2XO “Two Times Oak” Bourbon by Dixon Dedman. If you’re planning to buy or sell in 2026, this episode is a must-watch. In this episode we cover: • Why mortgage rates are driven by Treasury bonds (not just the Fed) • Our 2026 mortgage rate prediction (will we dip below 6%?) • Why affordability depends on 3 key factors: rates, wages, and prices • How wage growth could finally outpace home value growth • Why Colorado inventory is increasing • The “lock-in effect” and why it’s starting to loosen • Why rental inventory is skyrocketing (and how that affects buyers) • Whether millennials still want to buy homes • How climate migration could impact real estate in 2026 • Why smaller homes may become the new norm • Who will benefit most from the 2026 market shift Whether you're a first-time buyer, move-up buyer, investor, or seller trying to time the market — understanding these trends could save (or make) you thousands. 🥃 Bourbon Review: 2XO “Two Times Oak” by Dixon Dedman This moderate rye mash bill bourbon is finished with charred American oak staves inserted during maturation — designed to enhance sweetness and oak complexity. We break down: • Vanilla, caramel & honeysuckle notes on the nose • Dark chocolate, citrus zest & cherry on the palate • How oak staves change the aging process • The science behind barrel interaction • Whether this bottle is marketing hype or legit craftsmanship Does this innovative oak technique deliver… or overcomplicate? ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro + Episode 101 Kickoff 05:00 Bourbon 100 Celebration & Giveaway Announcement 12:00 2XO Two Times Oak First Impressions 18:00 2025 Predictions Recap (Were We Right?) 25:00 Mortgage Rate Breakdown for 2026 35:00 Treasury Bonds vs The Fed Explained 45:00 Inventory Trends & Lock-In Effect 50:00 Rental Market Explosion 55:00 Affordability & Wage Growth Outlook 1:00:00 Climate Migration Prediction 1:05:00 Buyer vs Seller Advantage in 2026 1:10:00 One Rock Takeaway 1:15:00 Bourbon Rating If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Colorado and want straight answers (no fear headlines — just strategy), reach out. Preparation beats prediction, and 2026 will reward buyers who plan early. 📍 Serving Denver, Colorado Springs, and the Front Range 📩 Drop your questions in the comments — we answer them on the next episode. #ColoradoRealEstate #HousingMarket2026 #MortgageRates #RealEstatePredictions #DenverRealEstate #HomeAffordability #InventoryTrends #FirstTimeHomeBuyer #2XO #BourbonReview

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YouTube views

59,700

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

3.7 / 5

6 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 57 / 100

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59

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

60

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