Shlomo Chopp & The Art of Debt Restructuring
The Crexi Commercial Real Estate Podcast: Conversations in All Things CRE
Intro
This chapter features an expert in commercial real estate discussing their vast experience and unique strategies for managing distressed properties. The conversation also highlights the expert's notable contributions to the industry, including patented innovations in e-commerce and fulfillment.
This episode dives into the nuances, negotiation process, and key strategies to navigate distressed properties with Shlomo Chopp, Managing Partner at Case.
The Crexi Podcast explores various aspects of the commercial real estate industry in conversation with top CRE professionals. In each episode, we feature different guests to tap into their wealth of CRE expertise and explore the latest trends and updates from the world of commercial real estate.
In this episode of the Crexi Podcast, host Shanti Ryle sits down with Shlomo to explore the intricacies of commercial real estate investment financing. With over 20 years of experience, Shlomo shares his unique journey from PropTech to distressed real estate, discussing the strategic methodologies that have propelled his career. The conversation delves deep into the essentials of debt restructuring, the importance of preparation and relationships, and the nuances of navigating distressed assets in today's market.
Gain valuable insights into creative problem-solving, effective negotiation techniques, and market trends that distinguish this market cycle from the Great Financial Crisis. Whether you're a newcomer or an industry leader, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge on achieving success in the nuanced world of CRE.
- Introduction to The Crexi Podcast
- Meet Shlomo Chopp: A Distressed Real Estate Expert
- Shlomo's Career Path and Early Influences
- The Importance of Relationships in Real Estate
- Navigating Distressed Assets
- Current Market Trends and Comparisons
- Market Negativity and Bank Failures
- Government Intervention and Interest Rates
- Real Estate Market Dynamics
- Investment Perspectives and Market Positivity
- Restructuring and Distressed Assets
- Active Ownership and Market Realities
- Broker Insights and Passive Income Myths
- Lender-Borrower Dynamics
- Creative Solutions in Restructuring
- Rapid Fire Questions and Industry Insights
- Final Thoughts and Contact Information
About Shlomo Chopp:
Shlomo Chopp is the Managing Partner of Case, bringing over 20 years of commercial real estate investment and advisory experience. He specializes in crafting solutions for distressed property and debt situations while developing innovative strategies for repositioning assets and asset classes.
The son of a computer programmer, Shlomo's foray into commercial real estate began in 2003 when he sold PropTech software to real estate finance brokerages. Since then, he has invested in, structured, or advised on nearly $5 billion in commercial real estate.
In 2010, Shlomo founded Case Property Services (CPS) to help borrowers and guarantors navigate the challenges of distressed real estate loans in today’s complex and interconnected capital markets. With expertise at the highest levels of structured finance and CMBS, his approach combines strategic analysis, planning, and diligence to create leverage for his clients and foster proactive communication between borrowers and lenders.
On the investment side, Shlomo is part of a family office that owns and operates ±70 properties across the US, and multiple asset classes. Focused on value-add opportunities, he leverages his distressed debt expertise to invest across all levels of the capital stack, including bonds, loans, properties, and other derivative interests in commercial real estate.
Beyond distressed debt, Shlomo has secured four commercial real estate-related patents in the areas of shopping centers, e-commerce, and fulfillment. His invention, retailOS™, is a platform designed to enhance shopping center value and improve retail operations profitability. He has
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