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Is Wall Street Really Stealing Your First Home | Rick Sharga

Is the American Dream being gobbled up by giant corporations? In this episode, Paul Centopani sits down with Rick Sharga, CEO of CJ Patrick Company, to dismantle the myths surrounding institutional investors and the 2026 housing market. With 25 years of industry experience, Rick provides a data-driven reality check on the "Golden Handcuffs" phenomenon, the truth behind rising rental prices, and the real impact of recent congressional legislation.Rick dives deep into why first-time home buyers are struggling, spoiler: it’s not who you think, and explores the shifting sentiments between house…

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