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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JF3568: From IT Director to Multifamily Syndica...
Hemant Pawar is a real estate investor who focuses on larger multifamily syndication properties. He started with smaller properties and gradually moved up to larger syndications. His motivation for getting into real estate was to have more time for...
39 min
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JF3567: From Heavy Value-Add to Ground-Up Devel...
On this episode of the Best Ever Show, Leo Rosansky joins Slocomb Reed. He shares insights on his background, development focus, capital structure, targeted hold periods, and lessons learned from his experiences. The conversation also delves into...
24 min
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JF3566: Mastering the Covered Land Play, Levera...
On this episode of the Best Ever Show, James Bohan joins Slocomb Reed. Their conversations covers a wide range of topics, including real estate investing, hotel investments, covered land plays, and the attractiveness of Coeur d 'Alene, Idaho as a...
23 min
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JF3565: Investing in Energy and Private Credit,...
Dave Walcott, CEO of Pantheon Investments, shares his background and current focus in real estate investing. He discusses the importance of building wealth through alternative assets and diversification. Dave highlights the opportunities in the energy...
25 min
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JF3564: Safeguarding Your Wealth: Asset Protect...
On this episode of the Best Ever Show, Joe Fairless joins Hillel L. Presser. He shares insights on asset protection and the importance of safeguarding personal and business assets. He discusses strategies for becoming uncollectible and judgment-proof,...
29 min
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JF3563: Suburban Markets, Investing in Supply-C...
Sean Burton, CEO of CityView, shares insights on multifamily investment, market trends, and the current market cycle. He also discusses the impact of AI on business and society, as well as his experiences in civic engagement and community development....
31 min
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JF3562: Scaling Multifamily Portfolios in a Hig...
Adrian Pannozzo, CEO of Generational Wealth, Inc., shares insights on transitioning from residential to commercial multifamily real estate, the challenges of managing multiple properties, the Toronto real estate market, and the impact of vertical...
31 min
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JF3561: Adaptive Reuse Projects – Transforming ...
Paul Coonrod is a real estate entrepreneur with a diverse portfolio spanning over 2 million square feet. Based in Houston, Texas, he founded and manages Pagewood, a vertically integrated operator specializing in industrial, multifamily, adaptive...
35 min
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JF3560: Multifamily Development in High-Growth ...
Venkat Avasarala, CEO of Striker Properties, discusses real estate development, focusing on new construction, market dynamics, and interest rates. He explains his shift to commercial real estate, post-COVID affordability, property tax abatements, and...
40 min
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JF3559: Legal Complexities in Real Estate, Inno...
Adnan Merchant, managing partner of MW Law, discusses real estate private equity law, market conditions, fund structures, and SEC enforcement. He emphasizes risk assessment and considering worst-case scenarios in investment decisions. Adnan Merchant |...
40 min
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JF3558: Transforming Motels into Midterm Rental...
Brian Funk shares his journey from working in the family business to venturing into real estate investing. He discusses his experience with buy and hold properties, the challenges of self-managing, and the transition to short-term and midterm rentals....
29 min
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JF3557: Transitioning from Business to Real Est...
Julie Roy discusses her journey from running Montessori preschools to investing in triple net properties. She highlights the benefits and risks, the importance of early investing, and legacy wealth. Julie also shares her investment strategies and the...
29 min
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JF3556: Overcoming Corporate Burnout, Investing...
Jon Weiskopf, CEO of Blue Eyed Capital, shares his journey from a high-flying corporate job to real estate investing, focusing on affordable housing in the Midwest. He discusses his first deal, challenges with tenants, and the importance of redefining...
28 min
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JF3555: Joe Fairless’s Tips on Public Speaking ...
In this episode of the Best Ever Show, we’re bringing back a recent installment of the Best Ever Book Club from February. That month, the book club read TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking, by Chris Anderson. In this discussion,...
36 min
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JF3554: Impactful Investing in Mobile Home Park...
Catherine Bell, owner of Titan Impact Group, shares her journey from a tough childhood to real estate success. She focuses on helping families through private notes, investing in distressed mortgages, medical offices, and mobile home parks. She...
37 min
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JF3553: Scaling Multifamily Investments and Str...
Shane Carter, CEO of Hampshire Capital, shares his journey from wholesaling to multifamily properties in Sunbelt markets. He discusses raising capital, the build-to-rent model, and successful land development. Shane Carter | Real Estate Background ...
35 min
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JF3552: Hidden Delinquency, Problematic Leases,...
Chad Sutton discusses unexpected challenges in multifamily due diligence, emphasizing thorough checks in legal, contractual, physical, and financial areas. He advises reviewing all documents and consulting an attorney for a comprehensive process. Chad...
25 min
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JF3551: AI Technology for Real Estate Efficienc...
Amy Polvado, CEO of Faxima, discusses transitioning from real estate to prop tech. Faxima uses AI to improve efficiency and decision-making in real estate. Amy highlights AI's accessibility and its impact on the industry. Amy Polvado | Real Estate...
41 min
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JF3550: Remote Investing Mastery and Multifamil...
Stacy Conkey shares insights on multifamily and remote investing. She highlights her coaching program's focus on passive income, generational wealth, and proper inspections. Her advice: take consistent small actions for success. Stacy Conkey | Real...
33 min
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JF3549: Transforming Military Financial Futures...
Adam La Barr shares his journey from military to real estate investing, key lessons learned, and building a supportive community for military investors. He discusses breaking the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, executing investment strategies, and...
37 min
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JF3548: The Unconventional Mobile Home Park Str...
John Fedro, a mobile home investing expert, joins host Ash Patel on the Best Ever Show. In Part II of this two-part interview, John discusses why he’s NOT interested in RV parks, the roadblocks to scaling, and why he’s currently not raising...
25 min
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JF3547: The Unconventional Mobile Home Park Inv...
John Fedro, a mobile home investing expert, joins host Ash Patel on the Best Ever Show. In Part I of this two-part interview, John discusses how he accidentally got into mobile home park investing, the strategy behind buying individual homes rather...
31 min
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JF3546: Navigating the Texas Multifamily Market...
Gabriel Craft, owner of Craft Capital Investments, shares his journey from LP to GP in real estate, emphasizing learning from sponsors, partnering in deals, and building broker relationships. He discusses market challenges, property types, cash flow,...
42 min
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JF3545: Physical Inspections 101: Essential Ste...
On this episode of the The Due Diligence Show, Slocomb Reed is joined by Charles Dobbins. They discusse the key aspects of physical due diligence, including common mistakes, best practices, and insights on evaluating multifamily properties for...
28 min
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JF3544: LPs Beware — Red Flags to Look for When...
Aleksey Chernobelskiy, principal at Centrio Capital Partners, joins host Ash Patel on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Aleksey discusses the GP/LP partnership, including the evolution of the LP mindset when it comes to approaching risk, the...
33 min