The Best Ever CRE Show

Slocomb Reed interviews Gary Lipsky, president of Break of Day Capital, focusing on the multifamily real estate market in Arizona. They discuss Gary's recent experiences in the market, the challenges and opportunities present in the current economic climate, and the importance of asset management. Gary shares insights on the changing dynamics of the Arizona market, the significance of quality over...

Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Tim Woodbridge, founder of WCG Communities, who shares his journey in the mobile home park industry. Tim discusses his ambitious goals for scaling his portfolio, the transition from joint ventures to syndication, and the challenges of managing tenant relationships and home sales. He reflects on valuable lessons learned from past deals and emphasizes the import...

John and Jay discuss the current state and future outlook of the multifamily housing market. They explore misconceptions in media regarding luxury apartments and affordable housing, analyze absorption rates and market dynamics, and delve into the challenges of construction financing and policy impacts. The discussion also covers short-term and long-term market predictions, the effects of natural d...

Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview David Hansel, founder and managing partner at Lucerne Capital Partners and Alpha Funding. David shares his journey into real estate investing, focusing on small bay industrial assets and the strategies he employs to acquire them. He discusses the current market trends, investor returns, and the challenges faced in multifamily investments. Additionally, David p...

Shane Seo, CEO of Seo Capital Group, shares his journey in real estate, focusing on creative financing strategies that have allowed him to acquire over 400 properties. He discusses the transition from single-family homes to multifamily and commercial properties, emphasizing the importance of master leasing and negotiation tactics. Shane highlights the role of transparency and collaboration with se...

Slocomb Reed interviews Nico Salgado, a principal at Small Axe Communities, who shares his journey from being a school teacher to a multifamily syndicator. Nico discusses his investment strategy, the challenges he faces in property management, and the importance of education and networking in real estate. He emphasizes the significance of syndication in his investment approach and shares insights...

Matt Faircloth interviews Amy Rubinstein from Clear Investment Group, discussing the current state of the multifamily real estate market, strategies for managing distressed properties, and the importance of community partnerships in reducing crime. Amy shares insights on market trends, the significance of value restoration, and the operational efficiencies gained from scaling up acquisitions. The...

Amanda Crusie and Ash Patel discuss captive insurance with Jerry Messick, CEO of Unity Captive Solutions. They explore the concept of captive insurance, its mechanics, ideal clients, and the administrative aspects involved. Jerry emphasizes the importance of education in understanding captive insurance and highlights the challenges and risks associated with it. The conversation also touches on the...

Joe Cornwell interviews Chris Hatch, a third-generation commercial real estate owner and co-founder of Forza Commercial, Legend Partners, and Mahalo Pros. Chris shares his journey into real estate, the transition to ground-up development, and insights into his portfolio, including a case study on a Dutch Bros Coffee project. The conversation highlights the importance of networking in the real esta...

On this episode of The Horizon with John Chang, Jim Palmer explains the intricacies of real estate auctions, emphasizing the importance of due diligence, the role of independent brokers, and the advantages of auctioning properties over traditional sales. He discusses the auction process, including the marketing period, bidding dynamics, and the significance of setting appropriate reserve prices. J...

Joe Cornwell interviews JC Clemens, a seasoned real estate investor and head of production at Flagship Capital Partners. They discuss JC's focus on fundraising, market insights, and investment strategies over the past year. JC shares his thoughts on the current real estate landscape, emphasizing the importance of building relationships with investors and the challenges of raising capital in today'...

Amanda Crusie and Ash Patel interview Nikita Zhitov, owner of City Plat, a commercial brokerage specializing in industrial and neighborhood retail real estate. Nikita shares his journey in real estate, discussing his focus on small bay industrial and neighborhood retail, investment strategies, and the importance of maintaining discipline in acquisitions. He also delves into the challenges of being...

Joe Cornwell interviews Steven Weinstock, a seasoned real estate investor with a diverse portfolio of over 1200 units. Steven shares his journey from single-family homes to multifamily properties, emphasizing the importance of self-management and networking. He discusses the current market outlook, his experiences with bad deals, and his transition to a fund model for investing. Steven offers valu...

Michael Blank shares his journey from being a pizza franchise owner to becoming a successful real estate investor. He discusses the entrepreneurial mindset necessary for real estate investing, the challenges of flipping houses, and the eventual shift to multifamily investing. Michael emphasizes the importance of having a team and the right mindset, advocating for the 'Who Not How' approach to achi...

Amanda Crusie and Ash Patel interview Joe Downs, CEO of the Bellrose Group, who shares his journey into the self-storage industry. Joe discusses the current state of the self-storage market, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and the evolving trends influenced by consumer behavior. He highlights the importance of niche markets and the potential for growth in the self-storage sector, par...

Eric Brody, Principal at ANAX Real Estate Partners, shares his journey in real estate development, detailing the challenges he faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and how he navigated through setbacks. He emphasizes the importance of mindset, leveraging data and technology, and unique approaches to capital advisory. Eric discusses the current opportunities in the real estate market and offers advic...

John and Gregg explore the evolving landscape of retail in relation to demographic shifts, particularly focusing on the aging population and its impact on consumer behavior. They discuss how retailers can adapt to meet the needs of different generations, including baby boomers, Gen X, millennials, and Gen Z. The conversation also delves into the future of grocery and open-air retail, highlighting...

Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Isaac Bennett, founder of YouAre, a brand business specializing in hard asset syndication and venture advising. Isaac shares his diverse investment strategies, including real estate in Belize, venture capital, and farming. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in international investments, the importance of understanding market cycles, and the risks as...

In this episode of the Best Ever CRE Podcast, host Joe Cornwell interviews Ral West, a seasoned real estate investor with a diverse portfolio including multifamily units, vacation rentals, and triple net leases. Ral shares her journey from active management to passive investments, emphasizing the importance of building effective systems and leveraging professional property management. The conversa...

Today on the Best Ever CRE Show, Matt Faircloth hosted a special Next Level CRE segment featuring live consultations with three different real estate investors facing unique challenges. First, he advised Steve Richmond, a semi-retired developer running Workspace USA, on how to scale his successful office/warehouse flex space business while reducing his 60-hour workweeks, suggesting he prioritize h...

J Scott, Partner at Bar Down Investments and Host of the Drunk Real Estate Podcast, discusses the current state of the multifamily housing market, focusing on trends, challenges in new construction, the impact of wages on rent growth, and the dynamics of supply and demand. They explore the implications of low housing starts, the importance of tenant affordability, and innovations in construction m...

Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel discuss the current state of the self-storage market with Faraz Hamani, owner of Pebble Capital Group. They explore the evolution of self-storage post-COVID, the challenges of rent pressures, customer retention strategies, acquisition tactics in a changing market, and the impact of cap rates and financing on the industry. The discussion also touches on the comparison be...

In this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Amanda Cruise interviews Keith Kulow, a former US Navy test pilot turned real estate investor. Keith shares his journey into real estate, focusing on multifamily investments and joint ventures. He discusses the differences between syndications and joint ventures, the importance of having a well-defined exit strategy, and the role of contract attorneys in...

In this episode, John Chang discusses the commercial real estate investment outlook for 2025, highlighting the potential impacts of political changes, economic challenges, and demographic trends. He emphasizes the opportunities that may arise amidst uncertainty, particularly in the context of labor shortages and shifting market dynamics across various regions. Sponsors: Altra Running Sunrise Capit...

Today we’re taking a look back at some of the Best Ever clips from the past year. Today, we’re bringing you Part II of our two-part Best of 2024 recap. In this episode, Andy Weiner invests where nobody else wants to, Rachael Jones survives a nightmare deal, Neal Bawa is land squatting, and Don Wenner teaches us how to scale. Listen to their full episodes from 2024 below: Andy Weiner — JF3675: The...