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

JF3819: Inside Cardone Capital: Portfolio Growth, Investment Strategy, & Bitcoin Integration ft. Ryan Tseko 17.02.2025

On this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Ryan Tseko, Executive Vice President of Cardone Capital, shares insights from managing a 15,000-unit portfolio valued at over $1.6 billion. Drawing from his unique journey from commercial airline pilot to Grant Cardone's right-hand man, Tseko discusses their strategy of combining fixed-rate financing with 10-year hold periods to weather market cycles. He...

JF3818: Nashville Market Dynamics, C+ to B- Value-Add Strategies, & Workforce Housing Opportunities ft. Sam Froerer 16.02.2025

On this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Sam Froerer, Managing Partner of Compass Capital, shares his strategic approach to workforce housing investments in Nashville. Starting his firm in 2021 after working at a multi-billion dollar REIT, Froerer explains why he targeted Nashville as an emerging market with similar characteristics to Austin from 7-10 years ago. He discusses his focus on C+ to B...

JF3817: Industrial Investment Mastery: Target Markets, Tenant Strategy, & Development Dynamics ft. Brent Lieberman 15.02.2025

On this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Brent Lieberman, founding principal of Levelan Partners, shares his expertise in industrial real estate investment and development across the Midwest and Southeast. Specializing in single-tenant net lease deals under 150,000 square feet, Lieberman discusses his firm's flexible approach to both stabilized acquisitions and ground-up development. He provides...

JF3816: Success Through Mindset Evolution, Capital Strategy Shifts, & HUD Development Tactics ft. Jerome Maldonado 14.02.2025

On this episode of the Next Level CRE, Jerome Maldonado shares his journey from value-add multifamily investor to ground-up developer, and how he's adapted his strategy to thrive in changing market conditions. Starting as a dyslexic student who became a serial entrepreneur, Maldonado explains his transition from self-funding deals to raising capital, including how he turned his first capital raise...

JF3815: Introducing The Passive Income Playbook with Pascal Wagner — Running Your Wealth Like a Business ft. Christopher Nelson 13.02.2025

Introducing The Passive Income Playbook, a new series hosted by Pascal Wagner focused on helping passive investors build and manage wealth like a business. Drawing from his experience deploying over $150 million in venture capital and building his own passive portfolio generating $250,000+ annually, Wagner brings strategic insights to help listeners avoid common pitfalls and accelerate their path...

JF3814: Market Cycle Navigation, Value-Add Evolution, & Capital Preparation Strategies ft. JP Newman 12.02.2025

On this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, JP Newman, CEO and founder of ThriveFP, discusses navigating the current market cycle in multifamily real estate. With over 20 years of experience and 20,000 units under his belt, Newman shares why his firm strategically reduced their portfolio from 10,000 to 1,500 units to position for upcoming opportunities. He predicts 24 months of market distress ahea...

JF3813: Policy Impact Analysis: Tariffs, Immigration & Real Estate Market Forecasts in 2025 ft. John Chang 11.02.2025

On this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Marcus & Millichap's John Chang delivers a timely solo analysis of how recent policy changes could impact commercial real estate markets in 2025. Chang examines the potential effects of new tariffs with Canada, Mexico, and China, forecasting reduced GDP growth and increased inflation. He provides detailed insights into how these policies might affect vari...

JF3812: Conference Networking Mastery, Relationship Building Strategies, & Value-Add Connection Tips ft. Travis Watts 10.02.2025

On this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Travis Watts shares invaluable advice for effectively networking at real estate conferences and meetups. Drawing from seven years of experience attending local, national, and international events, Travis emphasizes the importance of approaching networking with a clear game plan and focusing on building genuine, long-term relationships rather than making q...

JF3811: Third-Party Property Management Strategy, Market Supply Challenges, & Operational Growth Decisions ft. Chris Grenzig 09.02.2025

Slocomb Reed interviews Chris Grenzig, co-founder of JAG Capital Partners and JAG Property Management. Chris shares his journey in real estate, detailing his transition from working for a larger firm to starting his own company. He discusses the current challenges in the Jacksonville market, including rising insurance costs and the impact of new construction on rental prices. Chris also explains h...

JF3810: Cross-Asset Class Mastery, Geographic Discipline, & Self-Management Evolution ft. Dave Codrea 08.02.2025

Matt Faircloth interviews Dave Codrea, a successful real estate investor and owner of Greenleaf Management. They discuss Dave's journey from being a landlord in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to scaling his business in Atlanta, Georgia. The conversation covers various themes including the importance of market growth, the choice between institutional and individual capital, the benefits of maintaining a...

JF3809: From Million-Dollar Fraudster to Prison Professor: Synthetic Identity Scams, Life Behind Bars, & Finding Redemption ft. Matthew Cox 07.02.2025

Matthew Cox shares his incredible journey from being a mortgage broker to committing extensive fraud, living on the run, and ultimately facing the consequences of his actions. He discusses the methods he used to defraud banks, the thrill of evading capture, and the lessons learned from his experiences in prison. Cox reflects on the allure of a criminal lifestyle and the harsh realities that follow...

JF3808: Multi-Asset Development Strategy, Investor-City Relations, & Retail Project Underwriting ft. Michael Holman 06.02.2025

Amanda Cruise interviews Michael Holman, president of Overland Development, who shares insights on the current real estate development landscape across various asset classes including multifamily, retail, hospitality, and self-storage. Michael discusses the importance of understanding market dynamics, the significance of pre-leasing, and the strategies for successful land acquisition and city appr...

JF3807: Broker-Dealer Capital Raising, Fund of Funds Structures, & Syndication Investment Strategies ft. Joseph Archbold 05.02.2025

Slocomb Reed interviews Joe Archbold, the owner of Anthem Investing, who shares his journey into real estate investing and the role of broker dealers in syndication. Joe discusses the benefits of passive investing through broker dealers, the vetting process for sponsors, and the compensation structures for broker dealers. He also explains why operators choose to work with broker dealers and explor...

JF3806: Commercial Real Estate Lending Landscape, Multi-Family Capital Markets, & Property Type Financing Outlook in 2025 ft. John Manning 04.02.2025

On this episode of The Horizon with John Chang, John interviews John Manning. They discuss the current state of the multifamily real estate market, highlighting optimism despite challenges such as high interest rates and limited transactional activity. He explores the role of debt funds, compares various property types, and addresses the difficulties in office financing. John also shares predictio...

JF3805: Industrial Real Estate Evolution, Shallow Bay Development Strategy, & Family Office Partnership Success ft. Gregg Gruehl 03.02.2025

Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Gregg Gruehl, co-founder of Gruehl Capital Management Partners, who specializes in industrial real estate investments. Gregg shares his extensive background in the industry, the current challenges in finding deals, and the unique niche of shallow bay industrial properties. He discusses his investment strategies, the importance of building partnerships with fam...

JF3804: Tax Strategy Secrets, Write-Off Opportunities, & Maximizing Real Estate Investment Deductions ft. Shauna Wekherlien 02.02.2025

Amanda and Ash welcome Shauna Wekherlien, known as Shauna the Tax Goddess, who specializes in tax mitigation strategies for businesses and entrepreneurs. Shauna discusses her unique approach to reducing tax liabilities, including creative deductions, the importance of detailed client intake, and common mistakes made by real estate investors. She also explains the Augusta Rule, which allows propert...

JF3803: Ground-Up Development Evolution, Construction Labor Challenges, & Seattle Multifamily Projects ft. Harry Arsene 01.02.2025

Joe Cornwell interviews Harry Arsene, a construction and real estate development expert. Harry shares his journey from mechanical engineering to real estate, discussing the challenges and rewards of transitioning into construction and development. He emphasizes the importance of in-house construction teams, the benefits of new construction over rehabbing old properties, and the financial intricaci...

JF3802: Building Technology Evolution, Manufacturing Innovation, & Affordable Housing Solutions ft. Dave Cooper 31.01.2025

Matt Faircloth and Dave Cooper discuss the evolution of construction technology, focusing on modular and offsite construction methods. They explore the current housing shortage in the U.S. and globally, examining the factors contributing to this issue, including rising costs and regulatory hurdles. The discussion highlights the potential of manufacturing and technology to create affordable housing...

JF3801: Zero-Eviction Property Management Model, Military Tenant Screening Strategy, & Scaling Property Management Success ft. Rich & Angie McDaniel 30.01.2025

Slocomb Reed interviews Rich and Angie McDaniel, who share their journey in real estate, focusing on their companies Command Properties and Rent Risk. They discuss the importance of high standards in property management, effective tenant screening processes, and the unique challenges of managing properties in Northern Virginia, particularly for military and federal employees. The conversation emph...

JF3800: Commercial Real Estate Myths, First Property Strategies, & Navigating Small-Scale Retail ft. Amanda Cruise 29.01.2025

Ash Patel and Amanda Cruz delve into the world of commercial real estate, discussing various asset classes, investment strategies, and the challenges and opportunities within the market. They explore the nuances of mobile home parks, retail spaces, and warehouse investments, while debunking common myths and emphasizing the importance of local knowledge in finding lucrative deals. Sponsors: Capital...

JF3799: Interest Rate Outlook, US Property Fundamentals, & Capital Market Dynamics in 2025 ft. Sean Bannon 28.01.2025

On this episode of The Horizon with John Chang, Sean Bannon discusses the current state of commercial real estate, focusing on the impact of interest rates, the role of private capital versus institutional investors, and insights into the apartment market. He emphasizes the resilience of the US economy and the potential for growth in real estate investments despite challenges posed by high rates....

JF3798: Minneapolis Multifamily Operations, Tax Incentive Programs, & Expense Management Strategy ft. Dan Krueger 27.01.2025

Slocomb Reed interviews Dan Krueger from Invictus Capital, who shares insights into his journey from corporate finance to multifamily real estate investing. Dan discusses his current focus on the Minneapolis market, strategies for improving debt terms, and the importance of expense reduction in today's economic climate. He highlights the significance of leveraging tax incentives and offers practic...

JF3797: Commercial Deal Criteria, Building Teams vs Partnerships, & High-Return Investment Strategy ft. Ash Patel 26.01.2025

Amanda Cruise interviews Ash Patel, discussing the evolution of commercial real estate strategies over the past four years. Ash shares insights on portfolio management, the importance of net worth, partnership dynamics, and the challenges of deal flow in the current market. He emphasizes the significance of finding high-return deals, the strategies for selling properties, and his vision for the fu...

JF3796: Arizona Population Growth, Construction Volume Pullback, & Rising Capital Costs ft. Danny Flores 25.01.2025

Joe Cornwell interviews Danny Flores, owner of Prime Capital Investments, who shares his journey from the construction industry to multifamily real estate investing. Danny discusses his transition to syndication, the challenges of high interest rates, and the importance of understanding market dynamics. He highlights the significance of building relationships with brokers and the lessons learned f...

JF3795: Note Investing Fundamentals, Performing vs Non-Performing Notes, & Portfolio Acquisition Strategies ft. Fred Moskowitz 24.01.2025

Matt Faircloth and Fred Moskowitz delve into the niche of note investing, exploring its mechanics, profitability, and the differences between performing and non-performing notes. Fred explains how investors can step into the role of the lender, the importance of understanding the secondary market, and the strategies for maximizing returns. The discussion also touches on the reasons banks sell perf...

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