Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered , Caleb David welcomes Ali Nasir , Managing Partner of Rise360 Ventures, for an in-depth conversation about why manufactured housing communities have become one of the strongest-performing commercial real estate asset classes. With more than 45 years of family experience and a career advising on over $2 billion in commercial assets globally,...

🚀 Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming industries, but commercial real estate has been slower to embrace change. In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered , host Caleb David sits down with Dan Mosher , CEO and Founder of DealGround, to explore how AI is reshaping the way brokers research properties, prospect clients, manage data, and close deals. Dan shares insights from his...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered, host Caleb David sits down with Culby Culbertson, founder of Culbertson Holdings, to discuss the realities of commercial real estate investing in today's market. Culby shares his journey from the oil and gas industry to closing over $550 million in commercial real estate loans, reveals common misconceptions promoted by real estate gurus,...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered, Caleb David sits down with Scott Clark, Chairman and CEO of The True Life Companies, to discuss how strategic land development can help address America's growing housing shortage. Scott shares lessons from the 2008 financial crisis, explains why the housing supply gap is a long-term structural issue, and reveals how converting underutili...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered, host Caleb David sits down with Mike Doherty, a full-time real estate investor, realtor, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Sky Tree Investments. Mike shares his journey from working a corporate W-2 job in financial sales to building a successful real estate business through house hacking, multifamily investing, creative financing, and brokerag...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered, Caleb David sits down with Neal Bawa, known as the "Mad Scientist of Multifamily," to discuss his journey from technology entrepreneur to one of the most influential voices in multifamily real estate investing. Neal shares how data analytics helped him identify opportunities during the 2008 housing crash, why today's multifamil...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered, host Caleb David sits down with Bill Douglas, CEO of OpticWise and co-author of “Peak Property Performance,” to unpack how AI, machine learning, and digital infrastructure are reshaping the future of commercial real estate. Bill shares why most property owners are sitting on untapped data, how smart digital infrastructure can increase NOI, r...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered, host Caleb David sits down with Patrick Grimes, Founder & CEO of Passive Investing Mastery, to explore the world of alternative investments, recession-resistant assets, and building true financial security beyond traditional Wall Street strategies. Patrick shares his journey from engineering and robotics to real estate investing, includi...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered, Chris Castanes shares powerful insights on networking, sales psychology, entrepreneurship, and relationship building. Chris discusses how authentic connections outperform sales tactics, why rejection should never stop you, and practical strategies entrepreneurs can use to grow their businesses through referrals and long-term relationships. W...

🚀 In this eye-opening episode, we explore the emerging world of vertiports—landing and charging hubs for electric aircraft—and how they’re poised to reshape commercial real estate. Lisa Wright, founder of Landings, shares how her company is building a nationwide network of vertiports, why rural markets are the biggest opportunity, and how energy infrastructure—not aircraft—is the real bottleneck....

🚀 In this episode, host Caleb David sits down with nationally recognized real estate investor Jay Conner to break down the powerful world of private money lending. Learn how Jay transitioned from traditional bank financing to raising millions in private capital, funding deals in under 7 days, and never missing an opportunity again. This conversation uncovers mindset shifts, practical strategies,...

🚀 Inflation and rising interest rates have fundamentally reshaped real estate investing. In this episode, we dive into how private equity real estate funds are gaining traction, why accredited investors are shifting away from direct ownership, and what modern investors now demand—predictable income, diversification, and resilience. Featuring expert insights from Lon Welsh, this conversation explo...

🚀 In this episode, we dive into the hidden revenue gaps in commercial real estate and how outdated systems like spreadsheets are costing owners thousands—if not millions. Our guest shares how AI-powered solutions are transforming property management, improving efficiency, and helping investors capture every dollar they’re owed. 🎧 Hosted by: Caleb David 👤 Guest: 🏡 Jeri Frank – Co-Founder &...

🚀 In this episode, Kenny Bedwell shares how he transitioned from a data analyst at Citibank to a successful real estate investor specializing in short-term rentals and boutique hotels. He breaks down how data reveals hidden markets, why amenities and experience matter more than ever, and the key differences between cash-flowing STRs and appreciation-driven hotel investments. 🎧 Hosted by: Caleb D...

🚀 In this episode, Caleb David sits down with commercial real estate expert Nick Gonzalez to unpack his journey from starting in residential real estate during the financial crisis to becoming a leader in commercial investment sales. Nick shares powerful insights on off-market deal sourcing, 1031 exchanges, underwriting strategies, and why commercial real estate can outperform the stock market. T...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered , host Caleb David sits down with Brittany Megrath, Principal and Managing Broker of M Square Commercial. Brittany shares how she launched her brokerage in 2019—right before COVID—and grew it into a national operation active in more than 60 markets across 15 states. From franchise rollouts and retail site selection to navigating zoning hurdle...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered, host Caleb David sits down with student housing executive Teddy Abdelmalek to explore the evolving landscape of student housing and why Tier-2 university markets are becoming a major opportunity for investors. Teddy shares insights from more than 25 years in operations, business development, and property management, discussing owner-aligned...

🚀 In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered Podcast , host Caleb David sits down with real estate powerhouse Ginger Faith to discuss her incredible 30+ year journey in real estate investing. From flipping over 50 homes to transitioning into commercial real estate, Ginger shares her experiences, lessons, and insights about navigating a male-dominated industry. She also talks about m...

🚀 In this powerful conversation, Caleb David sits down with spiritual director Tyler Hill to explore how suffering led him from entrepreneurship to spiritual direction. They dive into belovedness, abundance vs. scarcity, ethical leadership, mindset transformation, and how spiritual alignment directly impacts business success, health, and decision-making. This episode is a must-watch for entrepren...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered , host Caleb David sits down with Kumari Fulbright to unpack the transition from residential to commercial investing, diversity in real estate, and why the Tampa Bay market is exploding with opportunity. From leveraging equity and SBA financing to mindset shifts and strategic partnerships, Kumari shares practical advice for investors ready to...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered , host Caleb David sits down with Joe Tagliente, a second-generation franchise operator and real estate investor who transformed a family Burger King operation into a multi-generational real estate holding company. Joe shares how his father turned a single franchise into a powerful portfolio by owning the land beneath every location — and how...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered , host Caleb David sits down with Kara Penn, principal consultant at Mission Spark and co-author of Fail Better . Together, they explore the power of community, civic engagement, and leadership rooted in empathy and self-awareness. Kara shares her journey into social impact work, practical strategies for facilitating difficult conversations,...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered , host Caleb David sits down with Benjamin Carmona of Perch Wealth to demystify 1031 exchanges, real estate syndications, and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs). Benjamin breaks down how high-net-worth and retiring investors can defer capital gains taxes, transition from active to passive ownership, and protect wealth in uncertain markets. This...

🚀 In this powerful episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered , host Caleb David sits down with Julie Briggs to explore the intersection of personal development, leadership, trauma awareness, and the Enneagram. Julie shares her journey working in child welfare and foster care, teaching emotional regulation in prisons, and how self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-compassion can transform in...

🚀 In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered , host Caleb David sits down with real estate veteran Chris Prefontaine to unpack how investors can thrive in shifting markets using creative financing strategies. Drawing from over 30 years of experience through crashes, downturns, and recoveries, Chris shares how to buy real estate without banks, personal guarantees, or large down payments,...