Joe Fairless

The Best Ever CRE Show

Welcome to the Best Ever CRE Show, the world’s longest-running daily COMMERCIAL real estate podcast. Founded by Joe Fairless, a co-founder of Ashcroft Capital who went from buying $35,000 homes to controlling more than $2.7 billion in real estate assets, the Best Ever CRE Show provides commercial real estate expert insights, education, and timely information to our community of active and passive investors who want to build wealth, build a legacy, and do more good in the world. So if you want the real stories behind the good, the bad, and the worst ever deals — plus, insights into what really...

Author

Joe Fairless

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Business

Podcast website

www.bestevercre.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

JF1013: How to Get Booked on Other Podcasts and BE NOTICED #SkillSetSunday 11.06.2017

Would you like to be booked on someone else's podcast? Simple, becoming authority and an icon of your niche…you will surely be invited. How do you do that? There are some tricks of the trade, but in this episode you were here a lot about online presence and giving amazing content. But remember there is a lot more to this, tune in and find out! Best Ever Tweet: Become an authority of your niche, an...

JF1012: $6,000 POCKETED from His Property Manager and How He Dealt with Fraudulent Activity #SituationSaturday 10.06.2017

It's unfortunate, but there are property managers out there that will take money from your wallet…even inadvertently. Because it's a thankless job, many things can go wrong, and you may be the one taking the loss. Hear about our guest losing big money to his property manager in what he did about it. Best Ever Tweet: Focus on sound  and proven principals of investing, not the "what ifs". Marco Sant...

JF1011: A Rookie Mistake, a Slap on the Hand, and Credible Market Info Sources #FollowAlongFriday 09.06.2017

Rookie mistakes happen, hear how Theo is learning the ropes on underwriting deals, you'll get to hear about credible market info sources, and of course a slap on the wrist never hurt anyone…especially if it's helpful. Best Ever Tweet: Sooner or later we will learn to change or alter a process for the better. Made Possible Because of Our Best Ever Sponsors: Are you an investor who is tired of self-...

JF1010: NFL Legend, Emmitt Smith, Shares His Developmental Real Estate Secrets 08.06.2017

He built a legacy on the gridiron. Now he's building properties! Hear Emmitt's challenges and triumphs in his real estate career and his specific advice about finding opportunities. This is one episode you will want to play on repeat!  Best Ever Tweet: Surround yourself with a great supporting cast.  Emmitt Smith Real Estate Background: Owner of E Smith Legacy, a real estate investment and develop...

Exclusive Emmitt Smith Interview - Teaser 07.06.2017

Enjoy this teaser clip, as this week NFL Legend, Emmitt Smith, shares his secret to success on the Best Ever Show. Full episode coming soon!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JF1009: Need Money for Your Deals? Talk to This Guy! 07.06.2017

He connects investors to the big money, and he is on track to fund $1 BILLION in private equity! Hear where he sources his capital and what deals he funds! Best Ever Tweet: To be in a position where you have to make money as an investor is a bad place. Lee Arnold Real Estate Background: - CEO at Secured Investment Corp & Manager of the Secured Investment High Yield Fund - Secured Investment Corp i...

JF1008: How she sold 58 Homes Through FACEBOOK! 06.06.2017

Facebook is the platform she chose to sell homes, and she makes it sound extremely easy. Well, it is! She leverages her networks that know her best, and the ones that trust her most. Best Ever Tweet: Your buyers and sellers are already out there they just need to know you exist. Rachel Adams Real Estate Background: - Realtor, Public Speaker, Coach, Author, and Entrepreneur - CEO of 4 different com...

JF1007: How This Kid Used GOOGLE to Fund 11 Properties in a Year and a Half! 05.06.2017

Portfolio loans from small banks found using Google! That's right, he searched for small credit unions and banks in his local market and kept calling until somebody said yes. It wasn't all Google, there was perspiration involved and that's what it takes to become successful in real estate. Best Ever Tweet: Don't take "no" for an answer, you'll eventually find someone who says yes! David Zheng Real...

JF1006: How to Build an Online Community and Business #SkillSetSunday 04.06.2017

He helps others find the dream career they've been looking for. He does it all online. Hear about his challenges, triumphs, and what he's up to today. Best Ever Tweet: Value exchange is not only beneficial in business, it's beneficial in life. Mac Prichard Real Estate Background: - President at Prichard Communications, a public relations agency - Founder and publisher of Mac’s List, an online comm...

JF1005: Why He Prefers to Buy Shopping Centers Now 03.06.2017

He's not interested in residential, and believes that the evolution of an investor starts with a single family house and turns into commercial shopping centers. He also turned a shopping center around in as little as eight months, that's fast! Hear how he did it! Best Ever Tweet: Be sure you have a mentor in each asset class. Danny Newberry Real Estate Background: - Founder and president of Value...

JF1004: The BEST Way to Make the MOST Money in the Shortest Amount of Time #FollowAlongFriday 02.06.2017

We are all on a hunt for fulfillment and satisfaction, and that can be derived from financial freedom. Today you will hear how you can be financially free in a very short amount of time, and of course it's all about real estate! Best Ever Tweet: Taking massive and concentrated action that's focused on one goal is a recipe for success. Made Possible Because of Our Best Ever Sponsors: Want an inbox...

JF1003: What the Big Box Companies Look for When They Lease Commercial Real Estate 01.06.2017

Curious about what Best Buy, Staples, and other big bucks brands look for when finding a commercial lease? This episode will show you all the inside numbers of what a large franchise versus a small franchise is required when leasing commercial property. Best Ever Tweet: If your looking to invest in another asset class, get with someone who's an expert in that class, not a dabbler. Joel Owens Real...

JF1002: A Unique Way to Pay Investors Using a Property's Cash Flow 31.05.2017

When borrowing private capital, some investors may require that after borrowing the funds, they get a preferred return, which is a return that goes to them before you get paid. Listen how these two guests pay that preferred return with a separate cash flowing property. Best Ever Tweet: If your finances are not in order, how will you track your progress? Matt Wood and Mike O'Connor Real Estate Back...

JF1001: A Hidden Wealthy Niche that Involves a Fine Tuned Team 30.05.2017

Condo conversions are tricky, and not for the novice investor. Our guest talks about his team including an architect, and Attorney, contractors, and other individuals that are needed to convert buildings into condominiums. This is a great show that has a purpose to give you a little insight into this hidden niche that has made many people wealthy. Tune in! Best Ever Tweet: Measure your success by...

JF1000: CHEERS 1,000 EPISODES and the RE Investor Ladder of Success by Trevor McGregor 29.05.2017

Hats off to our host, Joe Fairless, and the coach that inspired him to start a podcast, Trevor McGregor! We made it to episode 1,000! Here Trevor's advice about the five obstacles that are stopping you from greatness and the remedy when he covers the real estate investor ladder of success! Best Ever Tweet: If you show up poorly as a real estate investor you get pain!  Trevor McGregor Real Estate B...

JF999: World Class Author, Coach, and Thought Leader Sheds Light on Why the Successful RE Pros are Succeeding #SkillsetSunday 28.05.2017

Have you ever asked yourself what elements make up a successful real estate investor? This episode is about to unveil what exactly makes an individual excellent in whatever they do, especially in real estate! Best Ever Tweet: Don't be afraid to walk away from anything! Kim Ades Real Estate Background: - President and founder of Frame of Mind Coaching & JournalEngine™ Software 1995-2005 President o...

JF998: How an Anesthesiologist Built a Brokerage that FOCUSES on Investments 27.05.2017

Still an anesthesiologist, he grinds away at real estate focusing on investments although he appears to be a retail professional. He can do it all, commercial and residential, but his niche is investment properties in the bustling Dallas-Fort Worth area. Best Ever Tweet: Find ways to partner with people that know more than you and bring more to the table. Amir Baluch Real Estate Background: - Foun...

JF997: 3 FOURPLEXES for $220,000! Updates, and Raising Capital #FollowAlongFriday 26.05.2017

Yes, 3 Fourplexes for $220,000, scored by Theo! Hear about his networking hack that you need to implement TODAY. (cough cough) It involves social media. Hear about some updates with Joe, a recap from the BiggerPockets podcast interview, and of course Joe covers raising capital for other people's deals. Best Ever Tweet: You have to have a license to raise money for other people's deals. Made Possib...

JF996: How to Buy, Hold, and Sell Seller Financed NOTES 25.05.2017

Seller financing is your creative method to cash flow and huge returns, and our guest is able to create, purchase, and hold seller financed notes. Best Ever Tweet: Secondary markets are ones to master as the competition is low. Dawn Rickabaugh Real Estate Background: - Owner of Note Queen Capital and specializes in owner-carry portfolio and been an investor for 13 years - Buys seller-financed note...

JF995: Defer Your Taxes with the 1031 Exchange! 24.05.2017

You may have heard that you can defer your taxes that are due when you sell a property, also known as capital gains tax. That's exactly what you are going to learn today! One of the difficult pieces of this would be finding an alternative property to defer the taxes. He's definitely got the solution! Best Ever Tweet: Taxes are not to be avoided, only limited. Leonard Spoto Real Estate Background:...

JF994: Investing with Your Mastermind Network, Leveraging REALTORS, and a Road Trip with Contractors 23.05.2017

Those mastermind events are extremely valuable, so you better start attending! Our guest was able to find investors for his projects through masterminding! Hear about how he leverages realtors and other real estate professionals, and yes, he took his contractors on a road trip. Best Ever Tweet: Look into the real estate space and find out what you love to do, then shadow them. Kevin Carroll Real E...

JF993: How to Build a Fund and Buy BIG Deals in Many Markets 22.05.2017

He started with the capital and then grabbed the deals...in multiple markets! Follow our guest to hear his offering to his investors including a preferred return. Best Ever Tweet: Supply and demand will be metrics to live by if you're successful. Joel Sherlock Real Estate Background: - Founder of the "Match Method" and HouseHarmony.com, realtor and investor - Team is in the top 1% of our market, b...

JF992: How to Develop and Scale Your Team #SkillsetSunday 21.05.2017

Are you a one-man show? You may collect all the checks, but you're not going too far. Today you will learn about how to build and develop a team, but more importantly, why you should have a team. Best Ever Tweet: If you want to create a better team, understand everyone's goals. Shawn Casemore Real Estate Background: - CEO of Casemore and Co Inc.; A global consulting firm for CEO’s and businesses -...

JF991: Being a GURU is GOOD and Why You Should Educate Others 20.05.2017

Should you teach what you know about real estate? Afraid of being a GURU? So what?!? Our guest preaches why you should give your audience a platform to learn your failures and successes in real estate. Best Ever Tweet: Success has a story, but people want to hear about your failure...it's more relatable. Heather Havenwood Real Estate Background: - CEO of Havenwood Worldwide, LLC - Entrepreneur and...

JF990: Another Property Closing and WITH NO MONEY, How to Invest in Your 20's #FollowAlongFriday 19.05.2017

Let's congratulate Joe on another upcoming closing! Joe and Theo answer our Best Ever Listeners questions, and one including "with no money how do I invest in real estate being so young?" This is a great opportunity to take notes and learn how to jump in the real estate game! Best Ever Tweet: If you are willing to be uncomfortable temporarily, you will find success permanently. Made Possible Becau...

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