Frank Rolfe

Commercial Real Estate Mastery Podcast

Business EN ↓ 31 episodes

Welcome to the Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast, where you'll learn the correct way to identify, negotiate, perform due diligence on, renegotiate, finance, turn around and operate real estate in today's market -- a market in which volatility creates opportunity, and sound principles defeat fads and bubbles. And your host is a 25-year commercial real estate veteran and co-owner of over $1 billion in real estate assets, Frank Rolfe.

Author

Frank Rolfe

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.creuniversity.com

Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Why There's No Money In Original Thought 06.07.2026

In the technology world, innovation yields success, but in commercial real estate it often yields failure. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast, we’re going to explore the reasons why original thought has not proven to be profitable in real estate and instead review where the real money is.

What To Do When The Seller “ghosts” You 29.06.2026

Sometimes during discussions and negotiations – even when supposedly signing the contract – the seller will vanish on you. And when the seller “ghosts” you, it is imperative that you take action to help solve the situation. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to review the methods to re-establish engagement with the seller so the deal can proceed.

The Kung-fu Approach Of Municipal Lawyers 22.06.2026

It is not uncommon in real estate to have a problem with a city zoning or inspections department. When that happens, often your best recourse is to hire the services of a "municipal lawyer". In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the world of municipal law and how this type of lawyer can be an essential cure to city obstacles.

A Practical Hedge To Socialism 15.06.2026

Current polls show that around 40% of American voters are favorable to socialism, and that figure is trending upward. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to explore how income properties may be the perfect hedge to the risk of socialism in the U.S.

How To Negotiate 08.06.2026

No industry has more reliance on the simply act of negotiation – yet few Americans are well versed in the fundamentals of this skill. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to review the art of negotiation and how understanding its methods can lead to better end results.

Cigar Butts And Risk-Adjusted Returns 01.06.2026

Charlie Munger – Warren Buffett’s late business partner – once described the type of deals that Buffett was doing as “cigar butts” and suggested there was a better way to invest. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to explore what Munger was talking about.

The Potential Impact Of The Midterm Election 25.05.2026

In November America heads to the polls and casts their vote in what is referred to as the “Midterms”. The historical precedent is for the party in power to lose during these elections, and the stakes are very high. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to review what the outcome of the “Midterms” might do to the commercial real estate industry.

The Differences Between Buying High And Low Occupancy Properties 18.05.2026

Every property needs tenants yet some fail in that mission. As a result, there are deals with high occupancy as well as ones with low occupancy. But what are the differences in buying strategy? That’s the topic of this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast, in which we explore the issue of occupancy in a property acquisition.

Buying Properties In Distress 11.05.2026

Some of the best acquisitions you’ll ever make come from buying properties that are not performing correctly, which are classified as “distressed”. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to review the reasons that commercial real estate can fall into “distress” and how to approach buying these type of deals.

The Existential Threat To Landlords 04.05.2026

Landlords have been taking the brunt of criticism in the media for years now. Many states have been passing laws to restrict evictions and create more advance notice of property sales. But how big is the real threat to American landlords? In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the true story of landlords and not the perception and stigma created by the media.

If You Want To Be Rich, Act Poor 27.04.2026

Looking affluent is a great idea at a cocktail party – but not when you’re trying to buy or operate a commercial property. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to review the reasons why you have a better shot of getting what you want if you don’t look like you’re made of money.

Property Winners And Losers From The War In Iran 20.04.2026

The war in Iran has implications across many spectrums, but what will it do to the commercial real estate market? In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast, we’re going to explore the winners and losers from this conflict, and identify buying opportunities and macro trends.

Small Towns Yield Big Opportunities 13.04.2026

The U.S. population is shifting and the end result is a myriad of new opportunities in commercial real estate. Most of this new playing field is to be found in small towns, where Americans are flocking in search of lower crime, lower home prices, and a more quaint environment. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to explore how to make big money in small towns.

What’s Hot And What’s Not 06.04.2026

One of the best ways to make money in real estate is to own a property that is in a market that is in the path of population movement, as higher demand makes rents and values escalate. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the factors that make markets “hot” and what the numbers are currently showing.

The Dangers Of Chasing Tax Benefits 30.03.2026

Nobody likes to pay taxes, but some people are so focused on avoiding taxes that they put themselves in a bind or even lose more money than they would have owed. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to review the most popular tax avoidance strategies and what the implications can be from following those paths.

Is The Hope Of Lower Interest Rates All "Warshed" Up? 23.03.2026

Kevin Warsh is the nominee to replace Jerome Powell as Chairman of the Federal Reserve. Some people are concerned that this might delay or reduce the arrival of lower interest rates. But what’s the true story? In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast , we’re going to review what the potential outcomes are from this announcement.

Lessons Learned From Domino's Pizza 09.03.2026

Domino’s Pizza built its reputation by getting their product to your door in 30 minutes or less. And to accomplish that, they built systems to promote and reward that effort. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to explore building methods to hit your goals.

Wealth And Habit 23.02.2026

John Jacob Astor was America’s first millionaire and he made it all in commercial real estate. He was also a man of few words and a firm believer in the power of habits. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the meaning behind Astor’s strict adherence to habits and how you can use that power to create wealth.

The Rise Of The "Flyover" States 16.02.2026

Decades back, most of the coveted markets in American real estate were coastal. But today the hottest markets in America are located in the "flyover" states, right in the middle of the country. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to explore how the "flyover" states became desirable and how you can harness this power to make money with commercial real estate

Understanding Rent Control Risk 02.02.2026

If you are looking at investing in the rental housing market, a primary concern in today’s politically divisive America is the potential for rent control. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to review how to tell if a market could have a problem with rent control in the future as well as methods to mitigate the damage if rent control is pending.

The Impact Of The Return Of Quantitative Easing 20.01.2026

After a three - year absence “quantitative easing” is back and the impact on lowering interest rates could be profound. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to explore the power of government intervention to lower rates as well as how you can use that trend to make money with property.

The Sum Of All Real Estate Cycles 05.01.2026

Real estate revolves around some well-established and predictable cycles that can shape your returns and proper selection of which niche of commercial property to invest in. In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to review these cycles and how they relate to your investing options.

Being Creative In A Crisis 24.11.2025

America is filled with problems, from economic collapse due to Covid-19 to severe weather events. However, these events – like all before them – create opportunities to make money. In fact, there’s no more important time to be creative in real estate than when things are in a state of flux. In this Creative Real Estate Mastery podcast, we’re going to review the creative options to make deals happe...

How Much Leverage Is Right For You? 17.11.2025

Real estate is all about financing and a big part of financing revolves around how much you put down on the deal. So what are the options and what makes them the right fit for you? In this Creative Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to review the various financing options from zero down to 100% down and what the strengths and weaknesses are of these levels of down payment. Leverage is a key w...

Lessons Learned From Tulip Bulbs 03.11.2025

The Dutch Tulip Bulb crisis was the first economic “bubble” in world history. Although it was around 400 years ago, the investment lessons learned were profound and still apply today.  In this Commercial Real Estate Mastery podcast we’re going to explore what happened in this catastrophic event and how to protect your investments from future “bubbles” – including the one we’re in now.

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