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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JF3625: Housing Policy Insights, Addressing the...
Joe Cornwell interviews Dejan Eskic, a senior research fellow and real estate economist, about the economy and housing. They discuss the challenges of housing affordability, the impact of zoning regulations, and potential solutions for the housing...
30 min
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JF3624: What Really Happens After an Apartment ...
Rachael Jones, principal of Clover Capital Group, focuses on multifamily apartments. She highlights property management, incubator programs, quick decision-making, expert advice, and community involvement. Rachael Jones | Real Estate Background ...
33 min
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JF3623: Capital Raising in Distressed Markets, ...
Jay Maranan, a capital raising expert, shares his experience in syndications, emphasizing trust, credibility, and networking. He highlights the importance of understanding the market and addressing investor concerns. Jay Maranan | Real Estate...
19 min
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JF3622: Selling at a Loss, Dealing with Managem...
Bradley Sumrok shares his challenging experiences with recent deals, emphasizing not selling unless necessary and the importance of vetting partners and having liquidity. He also highlights his mentorship program and charity work. Bradley Sumrok |...
31 min
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JF3621: Infill Strategies for Mobile Home Parks...
Ryan Hill, CEO of Phoenix Capital, focuses on custom deals in mobile home parks, infill, and rehab. He partners with park owners to fund and sell homes. His portfolio includes mobile home parks, RV parks, and a retail center. He emphasizes the...
31 min
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JF3620: Overcoming Insurance Hikes, Navigating ...
Nic Espanet, owner of Flex Equity Group, shares his experience as a passive investor and general partner in multifamily syndications. He emphasizes the importance of getting to know and trust the operators before investing, as well as thoroughly...
26 min
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JF3619: Boosting NOI with Bulk Internet and Res...
Mike Woodfield, owner of Obsidian Capital, advises focusing on good underwriting, conservative practices, and strong partnerships in multifamily real estate investing. He emphasizes fixed-rate debt and HUD loans. Mike Woodfield | Real Estate...
36 min
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JF3618: Scaling from Single-Family to Multifami...
Grant Francke, a full-time real estate investor, shares his experience and insights on value-add small to midsize multifamily investing. He discusses his background, portfolio, and day-to-day responsibilities. Grant emphasizes the importance of...
17 min
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JF3617: From Geospatial Analyst to Multifamily ...
Donato Callahan, acquisitions manager at CRE Capital, shares his background and journey in real estate investing. He discusses his role as an acquisitions manager and the challenges he faces in finding deals that meet specific criteria. Donato...
30 min
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JF3616: Mastering $1.3 Billion in Sunbelt Devel...
AJ Klenk, Managing Partner of Catalyst Capital Partners, joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever Show. AJ shares insights into the current multifamily market, including the impact of new construction projects on rent rates. He...
26 min
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JF3615: Adapting to Market Shifts, Securing Inv...
Steve Arneson, CEO of Synergy Mastermind and the Reinvestors, discusses his experience in real estate investing and the challenges he has faced in the Canadian market. He shares how his business has evolved over the years, focusing on new construction...
24 min
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JF3614: Handling Long Escrows, Utilizing Tax Ex...
Craig McGrouther, Director of Business Development at Lone Star Capital, shares insights on value-add real estate and capital raising. He discusses the challenges of convincing investors to invest in value-add opportunities and the importance of...
26 min
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JF3613: Navigating Single Tenant Net Leases, Ca...
Jordan Alleva, a syndicator of multifamily, mobile home parks, and single-tenant net lease deals, discusses his investment strategies and the challenges he faces in the real estate market. He explains the benefits of investing in single-tenant net...
22 min
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JF3612: Developing Affordable Housing in Nashvi...
Brandon Cobb, a real estate developer, shares his experience in developing affordable entry-level housing communities. He discusses his strategy of acquiring land, rezoning it, and developing it for residential use. Brandon emphasizes the importance...
35 min
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JF3611: Mastering Midwest Multifamily, Strategi...
Kris Morin of Three Peaks Capital focuses on data-driven multifamily syndication in growth markets like Indiana for better cash flow. He advises investors to focus locally, build relationships, and understand challenges in blue states. Kris Morin |...
24 min
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JF3610: Increasing ROI with Expert Color Consul...
Katie Decker-Erickson, a commercial and multifamily designer, stresses the importance of hiring a professional color consultant for real estate projects to enhance curb appeal. She highlights the role of color in differentiating properties and the...
38 min
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JF3609: Transforming Agriculture and Affordable...
Steve Shropshire, owner of Aloha Green, envisions an agri-village in Hawaii with 200 affordable housing units, farmland, and community spaces. He emphasizes community and government support, and considers modular homes to reduce costs. Steve...
27 min
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JF3608: From Small Multifamily to Major Value-A...
Cole Farrell, owner of Vulcan Capital, discusses his 54-unit apartment investment in Mount Airy, NC. He plans to renovate and increase rents, shares his journey from smaller to larger deals, and emphasizes building investor trust and transparency...
29 min
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JF3607: From Duplexes to 700 Units, Navigating ...
John Wei, a California investor, started with a duplex in Atlanta and now focuses on value-add deals in Dallas. He emphasizes buying right, shares lessons learned, and highlights the importance of good partners and strong industry relationships. John...
23 min
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JF3606: Best Ever Roundtable: Debating Biden's ...
The conversation revolves around the topic of Biden's 5% rent cap plan and its potential impact on the real estate market. They also explore the pros and cons of rent control and the broader issue of housing affordability. The conversation concludes...
31 min
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JF3605: Converting Distressed Hotels to Workfor...
Alex Cartwright, principal of Hotel Shift, specializes in hotel-to-apartment conversions. He discusses the benefits, such as lower purchase prices, zoning challenges, and targeting affordable housing markets. Alex Cartwright | Real Estate Background ...
38 min
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JF3604: Marine Corps Pilot to 17 RV Parks, Mana...
Robert Preston, CEO of Climb Capital, focuses on RV parks, with a portfolio of 17 in the southeast. Despite decreased demand, higher rates keep revenue steady. He advises investors to be either fully passive or hands-on business owners Robert...
18 min
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JF3603: Scaling to 4,450 Lots, Learning to Outs...
Ryan Narus, a mobile home park owner-operator, shares his journey and insights. He discusses his background, ownership structure, deals, and offers advice on scaling a business by prioritizing tasks, hiring the right people, and building systems. Ryan...
31 min
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JF3602: Scaling from Single-Family Rentals to H...
Karan Narang, CEO of Adventure Awaits Stays, is focusing on larger event properties like wedding venues. He emphasizes unique guest experiences, tax benefits, and properties with large acreage. Karan discusses revenue growth, valuation...
38 min
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JF3601: Growing a 2,400-Unit Portfolio, Vertica...
Pankaj Sharma, owner of SNS Properties Investment, emphasizes long-term real estate views, sensible deals, and vertical integration. He shares his in-house management experience, stressing continuous improvement, reinvesting in...
27 min