Yieldstreet’s fourth art equity fund includes a magnificent painting by Jean-Michel Basquiat, one of the most influential artists of all time.  On this episode of The Yield, Yieldstreet’s Art Platform leader Rebecca Fine welcomes Temilayo Butler, Business Development Associate at HarbourView Equities Partners for a discussion about the Basquiat market, black artists more broadly, and democratizing access to art investments.

[1:16] Tami’s career trajectory and the influence of her mother’s art.

[5:00] The inspiration behind Temi’s research and thesis.

[6:27] Disparities in the art market regarding black artists.

[11:51] Art as an alternative investment.

[13:20 Basquiat’s approach to the art market.

[18:02] Reflections on the King Pleasure exhibit.

[19:58] Democratizing access to art investments.

Back for another look at what has happened over the last 30 days, Richard Excell, clinical professor of finance at the University of Illinois Gies College of Business returns to The Yield for this month’s market check in. From inflation as it relates to fed to the fed and economic policy to the details of the real estate market and what it all means for your investment portfolio in a market that hasn’t yet bottomed out, this update is one you won’t want to miss.

[1:28] What has changed in the market over the last 30 days?

[3:42] Has there been any improvement in inflation recently?

[7:50] Is it possible for inflation to decrease at the same pace that it has increased?

[10:33] The ideal number of basis point hikes and what will head off inflation pressure.

[14:15] Insights into the real estate market and interest rates.

[19:45] Is the market anywhere close to bottoming out?

[24:51] Details of Richard’s financial newsletter.

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Yieldstreet’s fourth art equity fund includes a magnificent painting by Jean-Michel Basquiat, one of the most influential artists of all time.  On this episode of The Yield, Yieldstreet’s Art Platform leader Rebecca Fine sits down with Cynthia Gadsden, Assistant Professor of Art History at Tennessee State University for a conversation about Basquiat work and the recent King Pleasure exhibit.

Key Takeaways:

[2:13] The inspiration behind Cynthia’s masters thesis on Jean-Michel Basquiat.

[3:58] Early influencers who shaped the narrative about Basquiat.

[10:12] The poor reflection of Jean-Michel Basquiat in text, videos and interviews.

[13:16] Highlights of the King Pleasure exhibit present a new side of Basquiat.

[18:01] What is it about Basquiat’s work that resonates?

[25:34] Honoring the cultural significance of Basquiat’s work.

[31:13] Yieldstreet’s art equity funds offerings.

We believe private real estate is a foundational component of your private market portfolio. That’s why Yieldstreet dedicated the week of August 27 – September 2 to helping investors capture the benefits of this valuable asset class with a greater selection of real estate offerings than ever before. Join Chris Salerno, Founder and CEO of QC Capital as we dive into the multi family real estate market.

Key Takeaways:

[1:54] Chris’s career path from knowing nothing to acquiring $250 million in real estate.

[3:38] An overview of multi-family real estate investing.

[7:58] How to determine if now is the right time to get involved in multi-family investing.

[11:00] Challenges associated with today’s real estate investments.

[15:26] The impact that migration is having on real estate in the smile states.

[19:08] Details of Class A, B, and C real estate properties.

[22:47] The characteristics of Class A properties potential ROI.

[25:03] Major catalysts that could have an immediate impact on real estate.