Scot discusses the new Covid Relief bill and its effects on the economy.  There is an update on the NAAR lawsuit, and some implications.

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Now Serving: Government Pork and Government Cheese

The long sabbatical is over and the Covid count is rising.  However, the bunker has kept safe the Real Estate World Podcast team!  Scot returns to discuss the state of Minneapolis, the economy, and the emergence of the New New Normal.

Year of the Puppy Monkey Baby is Ending!

Many state and municipal officials have declared war on landlords by encouraging tenants not to pay rent. Scot and Jeremy discuss a disturbing letter received today. Facts are pesky things. Scot discusses his fear of the close quarters in the subway. Will there be a change in where people want to live? Curiosity and asking questions will set you free.

A Moving Target . . .

Scot reveals his soft underbelly when he recaps the week and pays homage to one of his childhood idols (Dan Barreiro.) Tax Day came and went with a whimper this week. Foreshadowing a game changing real estate app.  What is Olive Branch and how do I get my hands on it? What is the future of sports and public transit?  

Sunday Sermons . . . a Softer Approach

Scot navigates his way around life in the "new normal" and learns some new phrases.   TROLL ALERT: Another trip down memory lane, but this time its the troll attacks on Scot's Angelic visage on the many bus benches that grace the Minneapolis landscape. The debate between public safety and economic security heats up as protests engulf the United States.  Many small business owners  facing economic ruin are getting creative in an attempt to save their business and safely serve their clientele.

A Creeping Normality Sets In . . .

Scot is fired up in today's episode and commits to take no prisoners in his quest for clarity and silver linings.   The PPP runs out of money and the EIDL "grant" program goes the way of the unicorn.  Courage is our best weapon now. The essential service of alcohol has been expanded in Minnesota - you can now get beer, wine and mixers to go from restaurants! Thank you Governor Walz for you courageous leadership on this very critical essential service. Kentucky is annexed into the Midwest Alliance! Fed up with the constant stream of negativity from the media, Scot commits to being the standard bearer for all things positive.     

Give me a Roadie and the Bluegrass State!

Rant week continues! April 15th is normally a day that leaves Scot whining like a fatted calf, just weened from its mother.  This year, nary a mention. Explanation on why this is not like 2008 for the residential Real Estate market. More musings on what it will take to move past the COVID-19 crisis.

Covid-19 Crisis - Day Zed

Scot risks total "protonic reversal" by taking his industry leading Real Estate show into un-chartered territory as he crosses streams and does the show live on his Tumor Tales youTube channel (tumor-tales.com.)   The little show with courage continues its quest to battle the fear that threatens to paralyze the nation via the COVID-19 crisis.  Join Scot in his determination to be a shining light to others and unwavering in his commitment to bring positive message to those in desperate need.

Covid-19 Crisis - Day 17

Some helpful advice on how to escape from the fear-mongering!  Stay healthy and exercise...eat the right foods! Hospitals are having financial struggles amidst the Covid-19 crisis because of the moratorium on elective surgical procedures.  Scot's bad hair crisis is developing in tandem with the virus.  Where is the underground market for hair salons?

Covid-19 Crisis - Day 16

The Easter Beagle was unmasked over the weekend.  FEMA is called in to investigate a miniature horse/donkey farm in Phoenix as Jesse Exotic paints his farm animals into tigers as he pays homage to his new idol.

Covid-19 Crisis - Day 15

Back to the realm of the metaphysical.  Scot's prepares for the trolls, the Easter Bunny, and seeks to confirm the existence of another myth - the EIDL Loan for small business.  So far, one case of EIDL has been spotted in the fabled land of Maine where an essential brewery struggles to stay afloat.

Covid-19 Crisis: Day 14

Scot goes "myth-buster" in today's episode as he discusses the EIDL loan, CARES act, and has a big Easter Bunny reveal (but what about the gender?) Today's epic gratitude topic recounts Scot's experience as a member of a street-jug band in Detroit Lakes, MN.  Listen in to learn how you can earn money during this pandemic!

Covid-19 Crisis - Day 13

Kick start to week 2 of the Minnesota quarantine.  Scot Pekarek sends us into the week with some words of wisdom.

Covid-19 Crisis - Day 12

Today's very special guest, Rob Mehta, discusses how Covid-19 is affecting the economy in Bangkok, Thailand.  Rob Mehta of robmehtapartners.com has specialized in real estate investments for over 20 years.

Covid-19 Crisis - Day 11

April 2nd, 2020. Scot breaks down the CARES Act and how it will apply to you, your business, and the economy.

Covid-19 Crisis - Day 10

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