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The Economic Transition: Can America Innovate Its Way Out? | David Rubenstein Reveals the Key
In this episode of The James Altucher Show, James sits down with special guest David Rubenstein to discuss the current state of the distressed deal real estate debt market in major cities like New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Houston. They dive deep into the high default rates on debt for major office buildings and the potential consequences for commercial real estate investors and developers. With foreclosed properties likely to be sold at a discount, they examine the challenges faced by banks in taking back debt and explore the implications for the overall economy.
But the conversation doesn't stop there. James and David also delve into the intriguing topic of tax reform, exploring the ideas of implementing a federal national sales tax and a lower flat tax on income. They discuss the potential pros and cons, as well as the impact on different states and income levels.
In addition, they touch on the pressing issue of climate change and its effects on future generations. David shares insights from his upcoming book on the American presidency, exploring the importance of the role and proposing improvements to the election process and handling consequences. He also ponders the adoption of secure internet voting to address election issues.
Transition periods in China, the need for job skill adaptation, and the dynamics of the labor market are also topics of discussion. James and David address the potential economic impact of remote work, lower interest rates, and the challenges companies may face in bringing employees back to the office.
Throughout the episode, they shed light on the history of US innovation during difficult times and the potential for emerging industries, such as AI and biotech, to drive economic growth and create new job opportunities. They also tackle the topic of the "kick it down the road" approach to borrowing, discussing potential consequences and the sustainability of this strategy.
Tune in to this thought-provoking episode as James Altucher and David Rubenstein navigate through the complexities of the distressed real estate debt market, tax reform, climate change, and future economic prospects. Don't miss out on the valuable insights shared by this dynamic duo!
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