How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate

Criterion breaks down the four silent deal killers that derail commercial real estate investments—bad debt, bad locations, bad assumptions, and bad partners—while walking through real retail deal examples and the underwriting red flags Criterion won’t ignore. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:03 - Denver is in contract and the equity raise CTA 2:34 - Other pipeline deals (Humble, San Antonio, “do...

Criterion breaks down a practical “start over” blueprint for rebuilding wealth in commercial real estate using $50,000, $100,000, or $500,000, plus real talk on deal pipeline fallout, distributions, and retail cap rate trends. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:05 - How many deals Criterion reviews and why most get cut fast 2:12 - The Reno deal is officially dead and what that costs (Criterion mon...

Criterion breaks down why uncertainty creates real buying opportunities in commercial real estate and how disciplined underwriting and fixed-rate debt help investors win while others freeze. Time Stamps: 0:00 Welcome back + what’s been going on 0:26 Deal updates: Reno stall, upcoming Aspen Dental sale, Burleson TLE, Denver under contract 2:03 Investor travel series + meet and greets + distribution...

Criterion breaks down two real retail deals in a “Deal or No Deal” showdown, then explains the rent-growth and renewal strategy that makes commercial real estate deals actually pencil. Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro + updates (Houston close, Reno deal, reporting) 4:07 Deal or No Deal segment setup 4:54 Deal 1: Duncanville, TX breakdown + verdict 8:56 Deal 2: Memphis, TN breakdown + verdict 14:15 Maximizi...

Waiting for rates to drop is often a costly myth—this episode breaks down opportunity cost, why prices adjust fast, and how disciplined buyers use positive leverage, fixed debt, and value-add to win in high-rate markets. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:40 - Thunder slump talk + quick NBA stats 2:56 - “I Call BS” game (market + risk misconceptions) 7:50 - Main topic begins: why waiting hurts (op...

Criterion breaks down why small, multi-tenant neighborhood retail is outperforming other CRE asset classes today—driven by constrained supply, triple-net expense pass-throughs, and stronger rent-growth dynamics versus multifamily and office. Time Stamps: 0:00 Retail “bias” + deal updates (Lakeshore Plaza, Champions Terrace, fundraising, distributions) 2:56 “Put a cap on it” pricing game: 3 retail...

Criterion breaks down key macro trends heading into 2026—why industrial is stabilizing, office is stuck in a new normal, and retail is quietly the tightest sector—then closes with a “Worst Deal of the Week” teardown of a low-yield McDonald’s ground lease. Time Stamps: 0:00 Quick banter + game setup 0:24 Episode intro + why Criterion is doing quarterly investor meetups 1:26 Dallas investor meetup a...

Criterion kicks off 2026 with a cap-rate guessing game, deal pipeline updates, and a practical breakdown of major real estate tax advantages—bonus depreciation, Opportunity Zones, QBI, Section 179, and SALT deductions—so investors can keep more of what they earn. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:23 Welcome back + first show of 2026 1:11 Q1 Deal Pipeline (Palm Beach/West Palm/Houston/Reno) + Non-...

Criterion breaks down year-end acquisition numbers, highlights stock-market bubble indicators, and lays out a practical commercial real estate strategy to survive a potential 2026–2027 correction. Time Stamps: 0:00 – Introduction 1:30 – Year-end update: $72M acquired + $21M equity raised 2:35 – Growth story: 2019 first deal to “20X” scale + investor base expansion 4:27 – Why talk about a potential...

In this episode, we walk through our latest shopping‑center acquisition in Midwest City, preview upcoming CRE deals in Palm Beach and Houston, then dive deep into why cash is “trash” in inflationary times — and how real estate and equities are the only real hedge for long‑term wealth. Time Stamps: 0:00 - INTRODUCTION 1:13 – Latest Deal Update: Midwest City Shopping Center 3:55 - Preview: Palm Beac...

Tulsa’s industrial market is on fire — with sub‑3% vacancy, booming manufacturing demand, and billions flowing into data centers, David Looney from Legacy Property Advisors breaks down why now is the time to pay attention to Oklahoma CRE. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:13 - Meet David Looney from Legacy Commercial Property Advisors 0:27 - Tulsa’s Industrial Market Overview 0:45 - Why Industria...

We sit down with retail expert Vicky Patterson with Wiggins Properties live from NAIOP's Tulsa Trends Conference at Southern Hills to break down Bixby and Broken Arrow’s explosive retail growth, $40M+ deals, and what’s driving CRE momentum heading into 2025. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:35 - Live at the 2025 Tulsa Trends Conference 0:48 - Meet Retail Expert Vicky Patterson 1:11 - CRE Panelis...

This episode breaks down the hidden costs of closing a commercial real estate deal, showing investors exactly what to budget beyond the down payment to avoid surprises and protect their capital. TIme Stamps: 0:00 – Introduction 0:11 – Podcast energy & banter 0:21 – Sponsor pitch / OSU joke 1:06 – Criterion updates & distributions 1:51 – Closing sale & project recap 3:16 – IRR, returns,...

Criterion breaks down how interest rate cuts, upcoming debt maturities, and real-time deal closings are shaping its commercial real estate investment strategy right now — and what that means for you as an investor. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:04 - Crypto Prediction & $100 Bet 2:19 - Real Estate Market Update: Rate Cuts & Treasuries 4:14 - H-1B Visa Fee Controversy & Economic Imp...

In this episode, we sit down with Alec McElhaney to break down his FlexSpace development strategy in Texas, covering land costs, phasing, leasing, and how he’s structuring deals to hit a 22% IRR. Time Stamps: 0:00 ‑ Introduction 2:23 ‑ Who’s Alec & What He’s Building 4:00 ‑ What Is FlexSpace & How It Differs 6:00 ‑ Splitting Bays / Site Layout Details 7:01 ‑ Debt Structure & Equity Rai...

Retail real estate is heating up in 2025 as Criterion breaks down interest rate cuts, market trends, and the biggest store expansion moves from Dollar General, Target, Costco, and more. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:37 - College Football Banter & Market Vibes 1:45 - Fed Update: Jerome Powell & Quantitative Easing 3:15 - Interest Rate Forecasts for End of Year 5:05 - Market Correction...

In this high‑voltage episode, Criterion breaks down why 2025 is the sweet spot for commercial real estate—rising cap rates, rent growth, nimble deals, and fair‑play equity raises that move wicked fast. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:20 - Equity Raise Sold Out! 1:35 - Empowering Fair Launch Approaches 2:19 - CRE Strategy: Applebee’s Outparcel Flip 2:45 - Upcoming Deals: Atlanta Medical + OK Sho...

Criterion dives into the top five rookie mistakes in commercial real estate investing—from emotional overpaying to shaky financing structures—so new investors can learn the plays and thrive with confidence. 0:00 – Introduction 3:30 – Mistake #1: Don’t Overpay Out of Emotion 7:31 – Mistake #2: Underestimating Expenses 11:16 – Mistake #3: Relying on Projections Instead of Actuals 13:19 – Mistake #4:...

This episode is a rapid-fire masterclass on essential commercial real estate terms—from NOI to CapEx—designed to help investors speak the language of CRE with total confidence. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 3:30 - Intro to Commercial Real Estate Terminology 3:45 - NOI 4:40 - Cap Rate 6:10 - IRR 7:20 - Cash on Cash Return 8:30 - Equity Multiple 9:05 - Gross Potential Rent 10:00 - Effective Gross...

Learn how Criterion evaluates commercial real estate deals in under 15 minutes, sets new acquisition records, and shares insider strategies to spot profitable investments fast. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction and Market Update 0:50 - $20M in Texas Acquisitions 1:54 - Distributions and Performance Check 3:00 - Diversification Strategy in CRE 5:00 - Evaluating a Deal in 15 Minutes 6:00 - Know Your...

This episode breaks down the game-changing 2025 tax bill and how its new depreciation rules, deduction limits, and estate exemptions unlock massive advantages for commercial real estate investors. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:36 - Trail Lake Plaza Deal Overview 1:07 - Lending Partnerships & Expansion 1:31 - Upcoming Deal Pipeline 2:01 - Goal to Hit 12 Deals in 2025 2:17 - New Tax Bill Ov...

Unlock the top five tax strategies savvy investors use—including depreciation, cost segregation, 1031 exchanges, and more—to legally minimize taxes and maximize commercial real estate returns. Time Stamps: 0:00 – Introduction 0:09 – Welcome & Thunder NBA champs 🎉 1:52 – Distribution update from Criterion & Precision 2:40 – New deal: Trail Lake Plaza in Fort Worth 3:42 – Deal pipeline: Atl...

In this eye-opening episode of How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate, the Criterion team dives deep into a side of the business no one wants to deal with—but every serious investor inevitably faces: lawsuits. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction & Fort Worth Acquisition Update 1:11 - Brian’s Maui Trip & Team Travel Banter 2:01 - Deal Pipeline & Recent Closings Rundown 3:04 - Getting Sued...

🔥 Want to use your 401(k) or IRA to invest in commercial real estate? In this episode of "How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate", the team breaks down how to roll over traditional retirement accounts into self-directed IRAs, what rules you MUST follow to stay tax compliant, and how to avoid nasty surprises like UBIT and UDFI. Learn how high-net-worth investors leverage Roth IRAs for tax-free ca...

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 We just got back from ICSC Las Vegas 2025 — the largest retail real estate convention in the world — and we’re breaking down the key takeaways every retail investor needs to know. From tenant bankruptcies to bullish market trends and rent growth strategies, this episode is packed with actionable insights for anyone in commercial real estate. Time Stamps: 0:00 – Introductio...