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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JF3595: From $600K Debt to 65 Rentals, 7 Commer...
Linda McKissack shares her journey from financial hardship to real estate success. She emphasizes quick action, courage, building a team, and leveraging expertise. Her advice: focus on long-term wealth and personal growth. Linda McKissack | Real...
28 min
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JF3594: Mastering Mobile Home Parks, Retail Str...
Alpesh Parmar, founder of Wealth Matters, discusses his real estate journey from single-family homes to mobile home parks, retail centers, and senior housing. He emphasizes networking, taking action, and opportunities in resilient neighborhood strip...
31 min
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JF3593: From House Hacking to RV Parks and Virt...
Harley Green, president of Workergenics, went from computer engineer to real estate investor, expanding from house hacking to homes, rentals, and RV parks. He stresses networking, partnering, delegating, and clear goals. His advice: start now and seek...
24 min
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JF3592: Introducing the Best Ever Show’s Newest...
Ash Patel welcomes the newest co-host of the show Amanda Cruise. She is a real estate investor who moved from the defense industry to owning mobile home parks and warehouses. She stresses a supportive spouse, a fulfilling life, and the need for women...
36 min
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JF3591: Building Trust in Syndication: Leveragi...
Pat Zingarella, CEO of Invest Clearly, explains how the platform helps limited partners (LPs) find and evaluate sponsors and deals using verified reviews and SEC data. It offers a transparent directory for reviews and sponsor engagement, aiding...
21 min
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JF3590: Unlocking 88% Returns through Smart Inv...
Eric Martel, owner of Martel Turnkey, helps investors buy, renovate, tenant, and resell distressed properties. Eric Martel | Real Estate Background MartelTurnkey and FlipSystem Based in: San Carlos, CA Say hi to him at: Sponsors:
27 min
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JF3589: Surviving Market Shifts, Finding Value-...
Max Sharkansky, managing partner of Trion Properties, shifted from value-add multifamily to non-performing debt during the Global Financial Crisis. He discusses his investment criteria, target returns, capital sources, and market...
24 min
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JF3588: Balancing Real Estate and Lifestyle, Ov...
Melanie McDaniel, fund manager of Freedom Freestyle Capital Group, shares her nomadic investing journey, focusing on lifestyle freedom, fulfillment, and relationships. She and Joe Cornwell discuss intuition, manifestation, focus, and balancing...
38 min
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JF3587: Revitalizing Pittsburgh: Turning Around...
Eric Rice, CEO of Rice Pegger Capital, specializes in mixed-use and multifamily properties. He emphasizes the stability of mixed-use buildings and shares his journey in the industry. Eric highlights the challenges of scaling and attracting investors,...
24 min
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JF3586: From Bankruptcy to 350 Units, Investing...
On this episode of the Best Ever Show, Slocomb Reed interviews Jeff Holst, a real estate investor and serial entrepreneur. They discuss various topics, including Jeff's background, his current focus on value-add investing and office spaces, and the...
26 min
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JF3585: Raising $85 Million in Capital, Masteri...
Michael Guthrie, an investor relations professional, shares his experience in raising capital for real estate deals. He discusses his journey from single-family homes to multifamily properties and triple net leases. Michael Guthrie | Real Estate...
23 min
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JF3584: From Lending to Fix-and-Flip Success, A...
Wendell Butler, President of Hammerhead Capital Inc., shares his journey into real estate investing and his focus on multifamily properties, fix and flips, and new construction. He discusses the challenges of navigating the real estate market during a...
29 min
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JF3583: The 'Dirt-First' Approach to Single-Ten...
Joel Owens, owner of NNN Invest, focuses on single-tenant net lease properties. He emphasizes tenant quality, location, and lease terms for safe, passive investments. Joel advises setting goals and taking small steps to achieve them....
33 min
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JF3582: From Yacht Captain to Multifamily Inves...
Scott Kidd, a yacht captain and real estate investor, emphasizes the importance of relationships, networking, and effective leadership in managing multifamily properties. He highlights the opportunities in the Columbus, Ohio market. Scott Kidd | Real...
30 min
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JF3581: From Hollywood to Real Estate: Masterin...
Andy Borses, Managing Partner for Investor Relations with BiCoastal LLC, invests in value-add multifamily properties and an assisted living facility. He emphasizes mentorship, thorough Due Diligence, and giving back through teaching. Andy Borses |...
22 min
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JF3580: From Single Family Rentals to Multifami...
Sharon Riddle, partner at Excalibur Investments of Texas, transitioned from single-family rentals to multifamily properties. She emphasizes conservative underwriting, broker relationships, and personal communication. Her key advice: stand out by...
34 min
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JF3579: Mastering B-Class Assets, Scaling with ...
Chris Kohnen, CIO of the Ackerman Group, focuses on B-class assets in Midwest secondary markets. Emphasizing supply-demand ratios, affordability, and cap rates, he stresses industry sophistication and understanding competition. Chris...
29 min
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JF3578: Speedy Hard Money Loans, Navigating Uni...
Boris Dorfman, of LBC Capital Income Fund, specializes in fast hard money lending for residential and commercial real estate, excluding offices. He lends in California and major metros, focusing on speed and quick closings. He highlights...
26 min
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JF3577: Navigating Industrial Triple Net Leases...
Ronald Rohde, an industrial triple net investor and real estate attorney, shares his expertise in industrial real estate investing. He explains why he chose industrial properties over other asset classes and the benefits of triple net leases. Ron...
31 min
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JF3576: The Truth About Rent Concessions and Fi...
Levi Allen, founder of Wealth Creation Asset Management, offers insights on navigating the multifamily market. He also discusses the effects of new deliveries and concessions on rentals and shares strategies for maintaining high occupancy rates. Levi...
26 min
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JF3575: Tony Hawk — The Challenges of Becoming ...
Tony Hawk shares his incredible journey from struggling young skater to global icon in the world of skateboarding. He discusses overcoming early challenges, building his career, and driving the sport's popularity through innovative ventures and media....
29 min
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JF3574: From Single Family Rentals to Multifami...
Jade Laye, an investor and lawyer, shifted from single-family homes to multifamily properties in 2015. He emphasizes education, networking, positive cash flow, and supporting Christian missions. Jade Laye | Real Estate Background Laye Capital Based...
37 min
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JF3573: Navigating Market Cycles, Structuring D...
Daris Cassidy, CEO of FunSom and Principal at VeraVest and Fairway America, highlights real estate market challenges, the shift to income-producing assets, the importance of experienced managers, and understanding investment financials. Daris Cassidy...
24 min
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JF3572: Combat Officer Turned Real Estate Pro: ...
Stas Grinberg, co-founder of Vision and Beyond, stresses the importance of being close to investments and vertical integration. He highlights their focus on Miami developments and discusses market challenges like inflation, interest rates, and finding...
31 min
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JF3571: From Petroleum Engineer to Multifamily ...
Brandon Jenkins, a multifamily syndicator and capital raising coach, discusses his background, investor sentiment, and capital-raising challenges. He stresses clear communication, early investor conversations, avoiding single-industry markets, and...
29 min