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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JF3384: The Formula for Simple and Profitable L...
Mike Deaton, founder of Flipping Dirt and Deaton Equity Partners, sheds light on the world of land flipping. His simple buy low, sell high strategy requires very little time and energy, and results in major profits. Key Takeaways The Formula for...
31 min
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JF3383: 15 Deals in 15 Months: How to Build a 6...
Ross McArthur, co-founder of Follow the Deal Investments, shares his journey in CRE investing, from being terrified to invest in a four-unit property in 2020 to closing 15 deals in 15 months to establish a 600 unit portfolio today. Key Takeaways ...
36 min
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JF3382: Corey Peterson - Scaling Success, Copyi...
Commercial real estate expert Corey Peterson shares his journey of becoming a master of scaling in the multifamily industry. He reveals valuable insights and strategies for success, emphasizing the importance of curiosity and learning from others....
35 min
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JF3381: Passive Income Equals More Options | Pa...
Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing...
10 min
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JF3380: Unlocking Commercial Real Estate Opport...
Commercial real estate expert, Reid Bennett, joins host Paul Mueller to discuss the trends and challenges that investors should keep an eye on as they navigate the complex landscape of commercial real estate in 2024. From rising insurance premiums to...
30 min
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JF3379: The Value of Preventative Maintenance |...
Bonus Operations is a series hosted by apartment owner/operator and Best Ever Show host, Slocomb Reed. In each five- to ten-minute episode, Slocomb provides his top takes for executing your business plan and maintaining cash flow. As a real estate...
13 min
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JF3378: Tim Vitale & Tim Vest - Makin’ Moves in...
Known for their success in multifamily real estate, Tim Vitale and Tim Vest share their journey, strategies, and the importance of building a thriving community of investors. Discover how they balance their individual strengths, the benefits of...
44 min
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JF3377: Grant Warrington - From Handyman to Mul...
Grant Warrington, a seasoned investor with over 41 units under his belt, shares his journey, from starting as a handyman to becoming a successful commercial real estate investor and educator. He discusses the importance of creating content and...
39 min
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JF3376: Cincinnati Meetup Podcast: Mastering Pr...
This episode is the audio from our November 2023 meetup in which host Slocomb Reed guides a panel of short-term rental investment experts. This episode covers key property management topics like parking, laundry, and pet policies, offering practical...
29 min
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JF3375: Julian Vogel - The Power of a Co-GP Str...
Julian Vogel, fund manager at Colony Hills Capital, shares his insights on the world of commercial real estate, specifically focusing on garden-style multifamily properties and innovative capital-raising strategies. Key Takeaways: The Power of Co-GP...
24 min
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JF3374: Is Syndication Investing Right for You?...
Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing...
15 min
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JF3373: Jason Balara - From Stethoscopes to Syn...
Jason Balara of Lark Capital Group shares his journey from being a veterinary surgeon to becoming a successful real estate investor. With a focus on multifamily properties, student housing, self-storage, and even small businesses, he provides insights...
26 min
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JF3372: Brian Alfaro - Building Trust, Doing Du...
Brian Alfaro of Headway Capital Investments provides valuable insights on how to succeed in the competitive world of commercial real estate investing from building trust with investors to navigating the complexities of raising capital. Brian Alfaro |...
38 min
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JF3371: Nelson Chu - A New Era in Private Credi...
Ash Patel interviews Nelson Chu, founder and CEO of Percent, a credit marketplace. Chu discusses how Percent, started in 2018, fills gaps left by banks post-financial crisis, offering private credit lending, including in real estate. He explains how...
38 min
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JF3370: Ryan Emrich - From CPA to Real Estate M...
On this episode of the Best Ever Show,  Joe Cornwell interviews Ryan Emrich. From an accounting background, he transitioned to real estate and focused on off-market multifamily properties by emphasizing the importance of formal partnerships and...
42 min
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JF3369: Tim Vitale - From Wall Street to Real E...
Tim Vitale, a real estate investor and co-founder of Vive Equity, shares his journey from Wall Street accountant to real estate success. He emphasizes networking, education, and adding value to others as key to his transition from single-family to...
39 min
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JF3368: Retirement is Not an Age, It’s a Number...
Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing...
16 min
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JF3367: Ryan Tanel - Accelerating Commercial Re...
Ryan Tanel, founder of Top Producer Investment Capital, shares strategies to maximize returns and accelerate wealth growth such as structuring deals that appeal to different types of investors, being flexible with your business plan, and executing...
36 min
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JF3366: Ryan and Dr Francesca Byrne - Navigatin...
In this episode of the Best Ever Show, Ryan and Dr. Francesca Byrne, from Cashflow Capital Club, discuss their multifamily real estate strategy. They focus on revamping underperforming properties in Texas, South Carolina, and Georgia, aiming for high...
36 min
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JF3365: Best Ever Book Club - The Asset Mindset...
The Best Ever Book Club is a special monthly series hosted by Best Ever founder Joe Fairless. In each insightful episode, Joe dives into influential books that shape the world of investing, exploring key principles, strategies, and lessons to enrich...
29 min
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JF3364: Jered Sturm - Strategies for Responsibl...
From creative financing strategies to building valuable relationships with brokers, multifamily investing expert Jered Sturm delves into the key strategies that have fueled his success. Discover how he overcame challenges, his approach to sourcing...
44 min
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JF3363: Best Ever Roundtable: Lessons Learned f...
Commercial real estate experts Slocomb Reed, Ash Patel, and Joe Cornwell share their best and worst experiences in real estate investing. They offer valuable insights, lessons, and strategies that every investor should consider. Key Takeaways: The...
20 min
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JF3362: Michael Margarella - Multifamily vs. Se...
Michael Margarella, founder of Next Play Investments, delves into the nuances of commercial real estate investing, shedding light on the intriguing dynamics of the multifamily and self-storage sectors. In this episode, we uncover the evolving trends...
24 min
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JF3361: Best Ever Roundtable: Lessons Learned f...
Commercial real estate experts Slocomb Reed, Ash Patel, and Joe Cornwell share their best and worst experiences in real estate investing. They offer valuable insights, lessons, and strategies that every investor should consider. Key Takeaways: The...
29 min
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JF3360: Jim Sheils - The Rise of Build-to-Rent ...
In this podcast episode, Ash Patel interviews Jim Sheils who discusses his transition from renovating to building new construction properties in Florida, focusing on the build-to-rent sector. He highlights the advantages of new constructions, the...
34 min