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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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
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JF3570: From Living in Mobile Home Parks to Own...
Brian Spear, co-founder of Sunrise Capital Investors, discusses investing in mobile home parks, their buy-improve-refinance-hold strategy, and the importance of finding motivated sellers. He highlights opportunities from institutional sellers and...
40 min
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JF3569: Turning Around Neglected Mobile Home Pa...
Cory Harelson, a value-add mobile home parks investor, shares his background and current focus on investing in mobile home parks. He discusses the advantages of investing in the markets of Lexington, Louisville, and Cincinnati, which he calls the...
23 min
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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