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Our mission is to demystify the Commercial Real Estate industry by giving you an inside look at the creative techniques that the smartest developers, investors, brokers and industry professionals use to create value. Topics include a vast array of strategies and specialties, with each episode focusi…

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    • Feb 24, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode 45 - Doing Your First Deal with Aram Pajian

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2023 37:05


    In this episode you'll learn from Aram Pajian on how to get your first deal done. Topics covered include:    The mental game of highs and lows and how to stay motivated Cancelling deals and what not to do Why doing due diligence so fast is important When and How to walk from a deal Why having a support team and coach are so important   Aram Pajian is one of Commercial Investors Group's first franchisees and is crushing it out there. Make sure you check out www.crefranchise.com to check out our franchise and get a free PDF copy of Mike's book. 

    Episode 44: Tips for raising capital on your first syndication with Mike Desrosiers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2022 22:23


    ➡️ Tips for raising capital on your first syndication with Mike Desrosiers This week on the CREative Commercial Real Estate Show with @Mike, we talk about the importance of starting early, combining mindset and strategy to face fears, and why investor conversions take time to create big results. In this episode, you'll hear: ◇ The biggest mistake most entrepreneurs make when raising capital ◇ The game-changing conversation to have with investors before they sign-on ◇ The biggest missed opportunity that's leaving money on the table ( + how to build an investor list ) ◇ Our TOP tips to grow your network in-person and virtual ◇ Connect with Mike Desrosiers directly via growcaptoday.com Listen now on your favorite podcast platform! How would you answer our biggest question from the show - If you had 1 day left to live, how would you live it?! Let us know in the comments!

    How to Scale Up Your Real Estate Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 23:43


    On today's episode of the CREative Commercial Real Estate Podcast we have Sam Wilson from the Bricken Investment Group. He started in single family real estate and got sick of flipping houses and decided to get into his first commercial deal which was buying a parking lot. He hasn't looked back since!     This episode we will go over: What is the right asset class? Why should you find other partners that are further ahead of you? Benefits of bringing on a general partner Where can beginners find the right partners? Starting a podcast LinkedIn being the best platform for real estate What is Sam Wilson working on now? Mobile Home Parks Tips for new real estate agents   Reach out to Sam Wilson via cellphone 901-500-6191 and website www.brickeninvestmentgroup.com/checklist Thanks for listening!

    How to raise capital and do syndications for multi-family assets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022


    Today on the CREative Commercial Real Estate Podcast, we have Whitney Sewell on to talk about raising capital and syndication for multi-family assets.   In 2009, Whitney began investing in real estate and found a passion for commercial real estate investing. Then, in 2017, he founded Life Bridge Capital, LLC - a multi-family syndicated real estate investment firm. In just a few years, Life Bridge Capital has grown into a small but powerful team, with 900 doors and $300 Million worth of assets under our management.   On today's episode we talk about… How to Find, Figure and Fund deals. Overall marketing strategy How to source deals? The power of broker relationships How to add value to a partnership The power of social media, podcasts and/or books Enjoy today's episode!

    The ins and outs of buying and selling raw land

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 30:16


    Today on the CREative Commercial Real Estate Podcast we have a special guest, Mark Podolsky. He started his career in 2000 and hated his job at the time. He befriended a man that bought land for cheap (pennies) and would sell for a profit and he thought why not try something new. He bought 10 individual ½ acre parcels and sold them for 300% profit and he never looked back. Today's Episode will cover: Buying and selling raw land How to get rid of economic dependency (1:1 input) How to create enough passive income so people can work because they want to and not because they have to Finding self-actualization Process of writing his book His podcast covers the pain point problems in land business and how to solve it How to create an offer? How to find the perfect offer price? Why sending out neighbor letters will get you buyers quick? His go to buyers list How to get passive income to exceed total expenses Biggest mistakes when becoming a land buyer Where are the land investors going? How to evaluate specific counties? How to fund land deals? Enjoy today's episode! If you are interesting in find out more information on how you can get into commercial real estate investing, follow this link to our webinar. After watching the webinar you will get a free copy of my new book, Commercial Real Estate Investing.

    Can opportunistic ground up be less risk than value add?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 34:56


    Can opportunistic ground up can be less risk than value add? On today's episode we have a very special guest, Shannon Robnett. Shannon is a 2nd generation developer and focuses on ground up development. He currently has 200 doors under construction. I learned a lot after chatting with Shannon, he dropped a lot of knowledge on opportunist development and how that can benefit one's profit.  This episode covers: What are people really looking for when they want a new development? Solving investors and community problems while also making money. How to never bust a budget. Giving a budget to everyone involved in project to create no mishaps Things that aren't on the table for value add How to de risk situations. How to combat risks that come from projects. How to structure construction contracts over cost runs? How do you protect yourself against unforeseen expenses from construction? Benefits of having a closing plan before starting the project. How to modify accordingly if over budget. How to get rid of transaction costs by opening it up to the market? How to make sure everyone is making money in your deal?  Enjoy today's episode!   If you are interesting in find out more information on how you can get into commercial real estate investing, follow this link to our webinar. After wtching the webinar you will get a free copy of my new book, Commercial Real Estate Investing.

    Breaking into the World of Commercial Real Estate

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 22:41


    Today's episode we have Ash Patel, he has been a full time Commercial Real Estate Investor for over 10 years.  His deals are at minimum 30% cash on cash return and more often over 70% cash on cash.  He accomplishes this by using creative tactics to chase deals.  Look where no one else is looking!  His portfolio consists of office, industrial, warehouse, land, medical, retail, restaurants etc.   We cover: Why you should go for deals that not everyone wants Forensic accounting Getting detailed documents from seller PNL's Due Diligence How messed up leases can be an opportunity Why partnering with local lenders are beneficial Why comps mean nothing in commercial real estate Buying commercial properties at auctions Don't miss out on this great episode. There is so much knowledge that Ash dropped and if you are new to commercial real estate this episode is a great place to start.

    How to Move from Funding Single Assets to a Multi-Asset Fund with Kevin Bupp

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2021 45:33


    Today's episode is with Kevin Bupp, a real estate investor at Sunrise Capital Investors and he is in the market of Mobile home parks.    In 2008 after the market crash Kevin hit rock bottom and he tells us how he made his way to the top. He explains that focusing on fitness and getting your mind right is the key to success. This episode we will learn: Always doing the right thing when valuing relationships with people over personal gain How to protect yourself/company from a potential market crash? How to go from raising capital on individual deals to starting a multiple fund asset. Secrets and tips to structure payouts and splitting profits with partners What types of things should you include on offers How to deal with rental rates fluctuating Getting involved in slower markets in order to amplify your business Working with Investors Kevin is a great example of hard work paying off. We hope you enjoyed this episode and learned more about moving from funding single assets to a multi-asset fund.

    Episode 39: From $5M to $30M in 6 months with Tyler Cauble

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2021 0:52


    Today's guest Tyler Cauble has started from the bottom of real estate and has definitely made it to the top! He is one of the top developers in Nashville, Tennessee and owns his own firm and property management company and is only going up from here. This episode, he will talk all development and investing. Tyler goes into detail of how investing in one real estate development will jump start your career into something way bigger than you expected. We Cover: Benefits of keeping all business aspects in house. Commercial versus retail management Dealing with tenants Starting a Property Management Company and Turning it into an Empire Creating Spaces that are Needed Financing a new Development NOI Market Research Building Business Relationships Give this Episode a Listen and learn all you need to know on Commercial Development.

    Episode 38: Investing as a Limited Partner with Steven Pesavento

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 42:45


    Investing as a Limited Partner Steven Pesavento is a Multifamily syndicator who is a High Performance Investment Coach and Trusted Advisor at VonFinich Capital. Today's episode is geared towards people who haven't decided if they want to be an active or passive investor and what the benefits of each are.  You'll also learn what you need to know in order to keep your money safe. We Cover: How mindset affects investing. How to get started with the tools given to you? Passive Investing What is syndication? The Power of Partnership Understanding what type of Investors you want for specific deals How to build trust with Investors The difference between an opportunity for an investor versus asking for a favor Understanding why you want to become an Investor How to structure a deal. How to divide shares up for specific investors. After listening to today's episode, you will understand the process of Investing and finding the right investors for your business. Also creating relationships surrounding investors and how that can benefit your business more than the cash flow.  

    Episode 37: Valuing Business with Adam Webb

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021


    Today's guest, Adam Webb is the Managing Director at Quazar Business Brokerage. This episode is great for people who are interested in the managing side of business. We Cover: How to Flip a Business How to Gain and Retain Good People in your Business? What Software to use? – For Sourcing Deals, Analyzing Deals, Organizing the Sales Pipeline, Marketing, etc. Why Putting Systems in Place to make Real Estate Assets Worth a Higher Multiple to a Buyer, is Beneficial for your Business. The Benefits of Documenting Processes Property Management/Management Team Benefits of having Multiple Customers, in Order to Reduce Risk The Differences between Enterprises Value and Liquidation Value If you can make the Income Stream more Sustainable, Reduce Risk, and Increase Cash --How that will then get an increase multiple.   After listening to today's episode, you will understand the management side to this kind of business. While also learning what tools and strategies will make your business a level up compared to competitors.  

    Episode 34: Commercial Construction Tips with Matthew Wagner

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2021 54:13


    We cover everything you need to know about commercial construction including how to contract, how to estimate repairs, and how to save money when doing commercial projects!  

    Episode 36 - Multifamily Syndication with Tim Bratz

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 55:16


    Episode 35 - How to Conduct Property Due Diligence with Brian Hennessey

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 56:44


    How to Conduct Property Due Diligence with Brian Hennessey Brian is the author of the Due Diligence Handbook For Commercial Real Estate and a few other books. He is a licensed broker and runs impact coaching systems, a coaching business that helps other investors. On today’s show, you get an in-depth look at why due diligence is so important to structuring away risk in real estate, especially commercial real estate. We cover: ✅ When to ask for a discount and when not to ✅ A methodical approach to doing due diligence ✅ How to ask for a discount if you need to in order to make your numbers work ✅ When to walk away and leave your money on the table ✅ Why you need to be proactive in influencing the appraisal ✅ Why continuing to be a learning machine is critical to long-term development ✅ Why you should never have fear of failure, and how fear holds you back After listening to today’s episode you will have a plan and a process for structuring away the controllable risk. Learn More here:

    Episode 33: The Environmental Investigation Process with Joe Otte

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2019 48:39


    Episode 32: Structuring Your Real Estate Business to Maximize Enterprise Value with Ryan Tansom

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2019 53:10


    Episode 31: Real Estate Investing Tips with Doug Marshall

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2019 59:49


    Episode 30: Junior Lien Redemptions with Sam Rothstein

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 37:24


    Episode 29: Multi Family Development with Tony Simmons

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2019 54:05


    Episode 28: Value-add and Development with Ben Krsnak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2019 29:05


    Episode 27: Commercial Construction Management Tips with Marc Basara

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2019 50:45


    Episode 26: Getting Into Development with Clint and Noah Blaiser

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2019 62:50


    Episode 25: A Simple 5 Step Process to Invest in Commercial Real Estate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2019 61:21


    Episode 24: Scaling Up Your Property Management Business Success with Ryan Schroder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2019 36:14


    Episode 23: The Inside Secrets of Private-Public Partnerships with Chris Sherman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2019 57:10


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    Episode 22: Industrial Brokerage with Hudson Brothen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2019 49:37


    Episode 21: UPREIT vs TIC vs DST vs 1031 with Dan Ruehl)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2019 54:40


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    Episode 20: Retail Real Estate 101 with Mark Robinson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2019 54:01


    Episode 19: Foreclosure Frenzy With Chris Olson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2019 59:01


    Episode 18: Joint Venture Jargon with Brad Heitzinger

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2019 51:38


    Episode 17: How to Think Like a Banker (with Scott Jones)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2019 49:23


    Episode 16: Finding Foreclosure Deals (with David Graves and David Epstein)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2019 54:45


    Episode 15: Commercial Title 101 (with Andy Voorhees)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2019 51:39


    Episode 14: Creative Ways to Sell Your Property (2 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2019 27:30


    Episode 13: Growing Your Real Estate Business (1 of 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2019 33:29


    Episode 12: How to get started in Commercial Real Estate (with Aaron Goldstein of Gold Group Realty)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2019 30:32


    Episode 11: Identifying Opportunities in Each Asset Class (with Michael Roessle of CoStar Group)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2019 51:26


    Episode 10: Structuring Value-Add Multi Family Deals (with Todd Dexheimer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2019 56:31


    Episode 9: Crowd Funding 101 (with David Duccini and Zach Robins)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2019 52:39


    Episode 8: Commercial Property Inspections 101 (with Steve Quint of National Property Inspections)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2019 54:21


    Episode 7: Developing using Opportunity Funds (with Carlos Yepes)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2019 46:02


    Episode 6: Creating Value for Your Clients (with Jeffrey LaFavre)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2019 38:32


    Episode 5: Using ESRI Data to Make Better Investment Decisions (with Helen Thompson)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2019 43:10


    Episode 4: Valuing Commercial Properties (with Curt Mann and Jesse Mausser)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2019 37:14


    Episode 3: Creative Marketing Strategies (with Daniel Kurkowski)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2019 31:01


    Episode 2: Doing Development Deals (with Brian Farrell)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2019 52:01


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    Episode 1: Arbitrage and Deal Structuring (with Rafik Moore)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2019 53:44


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