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 goes on in commercial real estate investing — you’re in the right place. Our hosts interview commercial real estate experts every day to uncover secrets and strategies YOU can use to become a better, more informed investor. This is the Best Ever CRE show.


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JF1101: How Strategically Partnering can Land y...
From a film and digital company, to a property management company, Matt is cofounder in both. Definitely a strange combination of companie, but it works for him and his partners. They found a deal because of a partner’s aunt was a broker who heard...
19 min
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JF1100: Flipping for 3 Years, Before Going Bigg...
Pete and his wife were house flippers in LA from 2011 to 2014. One day, they decided they wanted to do more bigger deals. When they met a mobile home park investor, they partnered together to syndicate their first mobile home park! Pete has tons of...
24 min
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JF1099: Using Basketball Lessons From Coaches l...
Basketball great Tony Delk stopped by to tell us about lessons learned in the NBA and at UK. From choosing friends, vetting investments, importance of having a strong support system and family, and more best ever advice. Tune in to hear how he was...
38 min
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JF1098: Break Into Investing by House Hacking Y...
Ben wanted to get into real estate investing, and decided that house hacking a three family. He bought it off the MLS, and wrote a letter to the seller in an attempt to persuade them to choose his offer. Well it worked and now he is successfully house...
21 min
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JF1097: Juggling Parenthood With Their Small Bu...
Together they founded a business based on family-friendly essential oils and sprays. From helping with diaper rash to head lice sprays, they have it all! They are here today to tell us about how they are able to juggle being parents and run their...
16 min
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JF1096: Working Full Time While Investing on th...
Brad works 40-50 hours a week at his job, but owns a 110 units of multifamily, 2 single family houses, and has a 50 unit syndication under contact. A lot of investors start with full time jobs, while trying to invest on the side. Brad has been pretty...
25 min
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JF1095: How to Approach Investor Communication ...
It's time for another Follow Along Friday with Joe and Theo. They get to answer some listener questions today and update us on their investing. A big part of today is dedicated to the crisis in Houston and a way we can all help. If you enjoyed...
32 min
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JF1094: Flipping Houses, Developing, Buy and Ho...
Monick and her husband Pete, have successfully partnered together in their real estate business. They tackle all avenues of investing and do it successfully. Rarely do we get to talk from someone who does it all successfully, lots of lessons from...
21 min
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JF1093: Raising Over $30,000,000 for Syndicatio...
From apartment syndications to a development in Belize, Dave raises money for it all. He grew up watching his dad invest in real estate, and thought he wanted nothing to do with it. When he was exposed to some Robert Kiyosaki, everything changed. If...
26 min
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JF1092: How to Increase Value in Multifamily Bu...
With over 15 years of experience, Brian has done a little bit of everything. With a strong focus on multifamily, he has many great tips for increasing value in his buildings, and attracting better tenants. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to...
27 min
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JF1091: Buying Property out of Country with Bob...
Bobby helps people manage their wealth, and protect their assets, with an emphasis on having real estate as a big part of your portfolio. He buys property in many countries, a very interesting country where he is focused in is Columbia. If you enjoyed...
31 min
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JF1090: Avoiding Lender Scams! #SkillSetSunday ...
There is an issue with everyday people calling themselves “lenders” and deals falling through because you didn’t vet your lender well. Ross tells us what to avoid and how to effectively vet your lenders. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember...
16 min
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JF1089: Want to Buy Properties at HUGE Discount...
He’s been buying properties at tax sales for the past 20 years. It’s safe to say he knows a little bit about the business. Arnie tells us a great deal about buying properties at tax sales in Texas. If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to...
25 min
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JF1088: Apartment Syndication and Balancing Wor...
JF1088: Apartment Syndication, and Balancing Work, Investing, and Life #FollowAlongFriday   Quick updates from the guys, followed up by a lot of listener questions and answers. Plus, hear how Joe goes about balancing work and life. If you enjoyed...
37 min
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JF1087: Imagine Buying a Property, Only to Have...
Dave has spent 9 years researching and working on his book Clouded Titles. He has saved investors thousands of dollars by helping them avoid properties and titles with issues. In this episode, he explains what to run from when you see it on a title,...
25 min
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JF1086 Have you Ever Bought a House Full of Stu...
When a family member passed away, Jacquie and her family were left with their good sized estate and all the “stuff” that came with it. They hired a company to help get sell of the stuff, only to find out the company was making more money than...
23 min
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JF1085: Could you use More Private Money For Yo...
Jay is an active investor who started out funding all his deals with lines of credit from the banks. Once he tapped out that resource completely, he discovered private money. Now Jay focuses on connecting private money with investors that need it. If...
27 min
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JF1084: From Living in her Parents House, to Co...
The 2008 crash forced her to move back in with her parents. After about two years of investing during the worst time of real estate in recent history, Julie and her husband were doing very well, and moved out of her parents. Now all of their portfolio...
28 min
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JF1083: Asset Protection Can MAKE or BREAK Your...
There are so many little nuances and legalities that a lot of probably are not doing properly. Did you know that even if your corporation only has one decision maker (you), you’re still supposed to have a documented board meeting and board...
24 min
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JF1082: Not a Management Company, Not a VA, But...
Secure Pay One is an amazing solution to landlord problems. They are not a full service management company that takes over control, but rather works with you to help with your duties. Listen in to find out how Linda and her team can help you. If you...
24 min
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JF1081: Apartment Syndication: Picking a Market...
Time to get an update on Joe and Theo’s dealings. A LOT of listener questions answered on this episode. Very good insights on how to find off market deals! If you enjoyed today’s episode remember to subscribe in iTunes and leave us a review!...
31 min
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JF1080: After a “Guru” Class, he Applied the Te...
If you’ve been skeptical of going to the classes that charge a couple hundred for a weekend of education, listen up! Brian went to one of those classes, and it paid off big time! Now he’s closing in on owning 80 cash flowing doors and teaching...
22 min
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JF1079: Thoroughly Evaluating Multi Family Buil...
Omar has years of experience buying multi family properties. How he spends time learning a new market and neighborhood surrounding a potential property is genius. Something as simple as eating at a restaurant and talking with the locals about what is...
25 min
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JF1078: Focusing on Not Losing Money with Busin...
Sometimes it’s best to have someone in your corner advising you on investing decisions. A consultant like D. Anthony Miles is here for exactly that reason. As he says, the most important thing is not losing money vs. how much you make on one deal....
24 min
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JF1077: Need Help Finding and Managing Deals? S...
He began his investing career buying properties for himself. When he started finding more deals than he could buy, it was time to help other people with their investing. His company still uses this model, as well as managing the properties after the...
27 min