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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JF3800: Commercial Real Estate Myths, First Pro...
Ash Patel and Amanda Cruz delve into the world of commercial real estate, discussing various asset classes, investment strategies, and the challenges and opportunities within the market.
53 min
152
JF3799: Interest Rate Outlook, US Property Fund...
On this episode of The Horizon with John Chang, Sean Bannon discusses the current state of commercial real estate, focusing on the impact of interest rates, the role of private capital versus institutional investors, and insights into the apartment market.
31 min
153
JF3798: Minneapolis Multifamily Operations, Tax...
Slocomb Reed interviews Dan Krueger from Invictus Capital, who shares insights into his journey from corporate finance to multifamily real estate investing. Dan discusses his current focus on the Minneapolis market, strategies for improving debt terms, and the importance of expense reduction in today's economic climate.
19 min
154
JF3797: Commercial Deal Criteria, Building Team...
Amanda Cruise interviews Ash Patel, discussing the evolution of commercial real estate strategies over the past four years. Ash shares insights on portfolio management, the importance of net worth, partnership dynamics, and the challenges of deal flow in the current market.
27 min
155
JF3796: Arizona Population Growth, Construction...
Joe Cornwell interviews Danny Flores, owner of Prime Capital Investments, who shares his journey from the construction industry to multifamily real estate investing. Danny discusses his transition to syndication, the challenges of high interest rates, and the importance of understanding market dynamics
21 min
156
JF3795: Note Investing Fundamentals, Performing...
Matt Faircloth and Fred Moskowitz delve into the niche of note investing, exploring its mechanics, profitability, and the differences between performing and non-performing notes. Fred explains how investors can step into the role of the lender, the importance of understanding the secondary market, and the strategies for maximizing returns.
50 min
157
JF3794: Arizona Multifamily Investment Strategy...
Slocomb Reed interviews Gary Lipsky, president of Break of Day Capital, focusing on the multifamily real estate market in Arizona. They discuss Gary's recent experiences in the market, the challenges and opportunities present in the current economic climate, and the importance of asset management.
16 min
158
JF3793: 500-Pad Mobile Home Portfolio, Growth T...
Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Tim Woodbridge, founder of WCG Communities, who shares his journey in the mobile home park industry.
26 min
159
JF3792: Supply Pipeline Analysis, Apartment Abs...
27 min
160
JF3791: Small Bay Industrial Strategy, Private ...
Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview David Hansel, founder and managing partner at Lucerne Capital Partners and Alpha Funding. David shares his journey into real estate investing, focusing on small bay industrial assets and the strategies he employs to acquire them.
33 min
161
JF3790: Master Lease Options, Property Portfoli...
Shane Seo, CEO of So Capital Group, shares his journey in real estate, focusing on creative financing strategies that have allowed him to acquire over 400 properties. He discusses the transition from single-family homes to multifamily and commercial properties, emphasizing the importance of master leasing and negotia
38 min
162
JF3789: Syndication Structures, Property Manage...
Slocomb Reed interviews Nico Salgado, a principal at Small Axe Communities, who shares his journey from being a school teacher to a multifamily syndicator. Nico discusses his investment strategy, the challenges he faces in property management,
28 min
163
JF3788: Extreme Value-Add Strategies, Property ...
61 min
164
JF3787: Understanding Captive Insurance, Proper...
Amanda Crusie and Ash Patel discuss captive insurance with Jerry Messick, CEO of Unity Captive Solutions.
25 min
165
JF3786: Triple Net Development Strategy, Drive ...
oe Cornwell interviews Chris Hatch, a third-generation commercial real estate owner and co-founder of Forza Commercial, Legend Partners, and Mahalo Pros.
34 min
166
JF3785: Commercial Real Estate Auctions, Due Di...
35 min
167
JF3784: $300M Investment Fund Strategy & Market...
32 min
168
JF3783: Building a $350M Portfolio Through Smal...
29 min
169
JF3782: Self-Managing 1,200 Units & Creating Sm...
Joe Cornwell interviews Steven Weinstock, a seasoned real estate investor with a diverse portfolio of over 1200 units.
35 min
170
JF3781: How Getting the Right 'Who' Transformed...
39 min
171
JF3780: Why This Storage Investor is Building 5...
Amanda Crusie and Ash Patel interview Joe Downs, CEO of the Bellrose Group, who shares his journey into the self-storage industry. Joe discusses the current state of the self-storage market, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and the evolving trends influenced by consumer behavior.
33 min
172
JF3779: How This Developer Lost His 21-Story Bu...
Eric Brody, Principal at ANAX Real Estate Partners, shares his journey in real estate development, detailing the challenges he faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and how he navigated through setbacks.
29 min
173
JF3778: Demographics, Dining & Department Store...
John and Gregg explore the evolving landscape of retail in relation to demographic shifts, particularly focusing on the aging population and its impact on consumer behavior. They discuss how retailers can adapt to meet the needs of different generations, including baby boomers, Gen X, millennials, and Gen Z.
27 min
174
JF3777: Venture Capital vs Real Estate, Why Mos...
Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Isaac Bennett, founder of UR, a brand business specializing in hard asset syndication and venture advising. Isaac shares his diverse investment strategies, including real estate in Belize, venture capital, and farming.
25 min
175
JF3776: Why This 6,000-Unit Investor is Targeti...
In this episode of the Best Ever CRE Podcast, host Joe Cornwell interviews RaL West, a seasoned real estate investor with a diverse portfolio including multifamily units, vacation rentals, and triple net leases.
29 min