# Limit-Up Hotel Kamikazes & AI's Brokerage Rout

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Podcast: [The Promote Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-promote-podcast-7245267)
Published: 2026-02-18T11:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

This week, we dive deep into the story of Anbang Insurance , the Chinese insurer that went on an epic US trophy real estate buying spree, but flew too close to the sun. We trace the origins of Anbang's founder Wu Xiaohui , his multibillion-dollar acquisition of top US hotels include NYC's Waldorf-Astoria , and Anbang's eventual collapse and government takeover. We then talk about a rare RICO case against a notorious DC landlord, Ali "Sam" Razjooyan , and how such extreme incidents can shape landlord-tenant policy. Finally, we look at why the big CRE brokerages are seeing their stocks getting hammered by the AI question. We also do a " Punch List " rundown of the newsiest industry happenings: Sumitomo Forestry's Tri-Pointe take-private; Nuveen buying Schroeder's ; Kimco's unwanted assets; Fannie looking to wet its beak on license sales; and Adam Neumann invoking the wrath of his Miami neighbors. Sponsors: 1) This episode is supported by Bravo Capital , a leading HUD and bridge lender. See how their precision underwriting means quicker approvals and higher proceeds for sponsors by visiting bravocapital.com 2) This episode is supported by LoanBoss , the industry-leading debt management software. Featuring one-click covenant testing, instant cash flow forecasting, and our favorite nerdy delight: Live forward curves! Check them out at loanboss.com To advertise: Reach out to partnerships@thepromote.com For feedback: Write us at podcast@thepromote.com And please rate us and write a review on Apple . Up your CRE game: Consider becoming a premium subscriber to The Promote Insider to unlock access to expert CRE breakdowns, behind-the-deal stories, scoops, discounted swag and events and more. Take 10% off annual subscriptions by using this link: https://www.thepromote.com/upgrade…

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