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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JF3659: Converting Hotels to Apartments, Naviga...
Ryan Sudeck, CEO of Sage Investment Group, discusses their strategy of converting hotels into apartment buildings to address the affordable housing crisis. They look for hotels with existing infrastructure and amenities that can be repurposed for...
36 min
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JF3658: Maximizing NOI with Triple Net Leases, ...
Michael Hendzel, a real estate investor, shares his experiences and insights in commercial real estate investing. He discusses the challenges he faces with his properties, such as dealing with tenant issues and property maintenance. Michael...
31 min
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JF3657: Scaling to 150 Units in a Year, Joint V...
Nicole Fiore, the founder of Coast to Coast Homes Canada Incorporated, shares her experience in scaling her real estate portfolio from four to 150 residential and commercial multifamily units. She discusses the importance of slowing down and focusing...
25 min
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JF3656: Managing 32,000 Units, Navigating Inter...
Jeff Gleiberman, President of MG Properties, shares his experience of managing a portfolio of over 32,000 multifamily units. The company was founded by his father in 1992 and has since expanded to six major Western states. They focus on slow and...
32 min
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JF3655: Introducing Best Ever's New Show: Next ...
Matt Faircloth introduces himself as the host of a new segment, "Next Level CRE," on the Best Ever CRE Show, where he focuses on delivering actionable advice to real estate investors. He emphasizes learning from mistakes and being open to growth....
53 min
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JF3654: Tech Engineer Turned Investor: Scaling ...
Keshav Kolur, principal and founder of Clive Capital, shares his background and current focus on real estate investing. He discusses the importance of finding the right sponsors and evaluating deals. Keshav also talks about the challenges of raising...
25 min
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JF3653: The Truth About Cannabis Tenants: Under...
Chris Reece, CEO of MJ Reed, discusses the opportunities and risks of investing in cannabis real estate. He explains that by financing properties with cannabis tenants, investors can gain exposure to the industry without taking on the additional risk...
34 min
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JF3652: From Tech Mogul to Arizona Real Estate ...
Ray Hightower, a managing partner of ROI Clear, shares his real estate investing journey and insights. He discusses his transition from running a tech company to investing in real estate syndications. Ray emphasizes the importance of building equity...
33 min
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JF3651: Pivoting from C-Class to B-Class Multif...
Eric Chadderdon, founder and managing partner of Gibby's Capital Investments, discusses the changes in the multifamily real estate market in Texas over the past few years. He talks about the challenges of rising property insurance costs and the impact...
24 min
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JF3650: Why Now Is the Best Time Ever to Buy In...
Judd Dunning, President of DWG Capital Partners, discusses his experience in the real estate industry, particularly in industrial single-tenant sale-leasebacks and value-add properties. He shares insights on the current state of the industrial real...
28 min
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JF3649: Leveraging Free Land for Inner-City Dev...
Randy Langenderfer, President of Invest Arc Properties, shares his experience in real estate investing and discusses his current focus on single-family development. He talks about the advantages of starting with single-family homes, such as building...
25 min
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JF3648: Navigating Smaller Deals, Aligning Inte...
John Casmon, founder of Casmon Capital Group, shares insights on investing in smaller multifamily deals. He emphasizes the importance of having local partners with boots on the ground and a proven track record. By partnering with experienced property...
30 min
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JF3647: From Building Homes to Building Wealth,...
Jennings Smith shares his journey from being a contractor to becoming a successful real estate investor. He started in single-family homes and eventually transitioned to multifamily properties. Jennings emphasizes the importance of shifting your...
38 min
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JF3646: Scaling Back for Lifestyle, Realizing C...
In this conversation, Sam Wilson discusses his decision to scale back his real estate portfolio for lifestyle reasons. He shares his background and the journey that led him to prioritize fulfillment and personal satisfaction over growth and expansion....
24 min
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JF3645: The Biggest Opportunity Nobody’s Talkin...
Neal Bawa discusses the changes in the syndication industry over the past 18 months and how his business has adapted. He highlights the use of preferential equity as a great opportunity for investors, offering better returns and lower risk compared to...
40 min
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JF3644: Scaling to 1100 Units, Navigating Famil...
Richard and Brad Simtob, partners of Simtob Management and Investment, discuss their experience in real estate investing and property management. They share their journey from starting with an 11-unit building to owning over 1,000 multifamily units....
29 min
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JF3643: Growing a $65M Multifamily Portfolio, R...
Aman Singh, the managing partner of Victory Multifamily, shares his background in multifamily real estate and his journey from single-family homes to multifamily properties. He discusses the importance of being hands-on and involved in the day-to-day...
26 min
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JF3642: Navigating Atlanta Multifamily Deals, R...
Jason Malabute, an apartment syndicator and CPA, shares his journey into real estate investing and the challenges he faced in the accounting side of the business. He discusses the importance of finding the right partners and the difficulties in...
20 min
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JF3641: Developing 1600 Units in Maui, Overcomi...
Anthony Walker, CEO of Black Swan, discusses his real estate development projects, including a 165-acre development in Maui. The goal of Black Swan is to create communities where people can live, work, and have a sense of pride. The development...
28 min
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JF3640: From Teacher to Investor, Building Weal...
Ray Tran, a real estate coach and educator, shares his journey from corporate finance to becoming a teacher and real estate investor. He emphasizes the importance of financial literacy and entrepreneurship education for young students. Ray discusses...
23 min
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JF3639: Turning 200 Acres into High-Yield Land ...
Rick and Crystal Rummer, real estate investors at Texas Secured Notes, discuss their experience in originating and selling land notes. They share their background in real estate investing and how they transitioned to focusing on land notes. They...
34 min
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JF3638: From Corporate Executive to Real Estate...
Walter Johns, owner of CWJ Investment Group LLC, shares his journey in real estate investing and the lessons he has learned over the past 14 years. He started with single-family homes and mobile homes, but realized he needed a passive income strategy...
42 min
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JF3637: Buying in a Shifting Market, Navigating...
Ken Gee, the managing member of KRI Partners, shares his insights on real estate investing and the current market. He discusses the advantages of raising capital in funds rather than on a deal-by-deal basis, emphasizing the importance of trust and...
27 min
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JF3636: Tax Tips and Asset Protection for Growi...
Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview DA Wilson, a tax attorney specializing in real estate transactions. They discuss the importance of proactive tax planning and structuring transactions to maximize take-home dollars. They also cover common tax...
34 min
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JF3635: From Broker to Tech Innovator: Raising ...
Max Gonzales, the managing principal of Geometric RE, shares his background in real estate investing and discusses the importance of understanding the larger capital structuring of deals. He emphasizes the need for a team approach in larger...
34 min