skinny.

Latest / Own More Doors

#69 2026 Real Estate Outlook: Economist Chris Thornberg Tells You What’s Coming

Send us Fan Mail

Is 2026 doom-and-gloom for real estate… or a sneaky window of opportunity?

In this episode, Juan Huizar sits down with economist Christopher Thornberg (Beacon Economics) to break down what multifamily investors in LA + Orange County should actually be watching—beyond headlines. We cover why demand is still holding up, why “rate relief” can be a head fake, how to think about leverage and loan terms (3-year vs 5-year), what a potential financial bubble means for investors, and why California isn’t “doomed” like people claim.

Chris will also be the keynote speaker at the…

The skinny

The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.