The Best Ever CRE Show

JF 3869: Wholesaling to $20M Deals, RV Park Rollups, and Scaling Smarter ft. Ben Simon

Apr 8, 2025

Ben Simon, CEO of Archer Acquisitions, shares insights from his impressive journey in real estate, managing over 500 multifamily units and 12 RV parks. He discusses transitioning from wholesaling to tackling $20M+ deals and unveils how he stumbled upon the lucrative RV park market. Ben emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships and maintaining capital reserves for unexpected challenges. He also reflects on his toughest deals and the triumph of a refinancing success, showcasing his creative financing strategies in the evolving real estate landscape.

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Ben Simon

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Quick takeaways

Ben Simon's journey from wholesaling to $20M deals underscores the importance of adaptability and leveraging digital platforms in real estate.

Focusing on larger property acquisitions and partnerships allows for more streamlined financing and greater operational efficiencies in scaling real estate.

Deep dives

Peoria Gateway: A Prime Investment Opportunity

Viking Capital is launching Peoria Gateway, a luxurious 200-unit apartment community in Peoria, Arizona, set to open in 2026. This development aims to meet the demand for modern, community-oriented living in an area experiencing significant growth and a housing shortage. The combination of limited supply and increasing demand in the Phoenix growth corridor creates a favorable environment for strong rental absorption and long-term property appreciation. With Viking Capital's track record of managing over $800 million in assets, this project represents an enticing opportunity for accredited investors looking to enhance their portfolios.

Intro

2min

From Agent to Investor: A Real Estate Journey

17min

Capital Reserves in Real Estate

4min

Investment Strategies for Successful Financing and Property Appreciation

3min

Raising Capital in Real Estate: The RV Park Strategy

12min

Navigating Seasonality and Cash Flow in RV Park Management

3min

On this episode of Best Ever CRE, Joe Cornwell interviews Ben Simon, CEO of Archer Acquisitions. Ben shares his unique path from wholesaling in Boston to scaling a 500+ unit multifamily and 12 RV park portfolio. He breaks down his transition from small deals to $20M+ projects, the strategic value of partnerships, and how RV parks became a major focus after accidentally discovering the asset class. Ben also unpacks one of his toughest deals and a massive win from a 200-unit portfolio refinance, highlighting the importance of being well-capitalized and the power of creative financing.