Simplifying CRE Investing: Hearthstone's Vision for WEALTH and IMPACT – Brad Ahrens & Rob Powell

What if you could invest in commercial real estate without the stress of managing properties or navigating complex markets? In this episode of Commercially Speaking, Bo and Timmy Barron welcome Brad Ahrens and Rob Powell, partners at Hearthstone Capital, to unveil a revolutionary approach to CRE investing that’s as simple as it is impactful.

From the creation of Hearthstone to the launch of their second fund, Brad and Rob share how they’re transforming the investment experience—combining transparency, expert analysis, and social impact to deliver meaningful returns.

Key Takeaways:

• How Hearthstone simplifies CRE investing for high-net-worth individuals
• The unique mission behind Fund Two: blending profitability with social good
• Why partnering with top-tier operators is the key to success
• Insights into current market opportunities and trends

🎧 Discover how you can invest confidently and make a difference! Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.

Resources Mentioned:

• Learn more and register as an investor: https://hearthstonecre.com/
• Connect as an operator: https://hearthstonecre.com/contact-us/#
• CRE Investor Coach: https://creinvestorcoach.com/
• 10X your time and productivity: https://superpowershq.com/

⏰Time Code⏰ 00:00 - Start 03:29 - Rob Powell 08:33 - Brad Ahrens 11:19 - Hearthstone Capital 13:44 - A Fund To Make The World A Better Place 16:26 - Fund 1 18:27 - Fund 2 21:06 - Registering As An Investor 23:14 - Our Money Is Where Our Mouth It 25:09 - The Complexities Of Owning CRE 26:55 - Profiling The Ideal Investor 28:49 - The Investors Dilemma 34:04 - Is There Ever A Right Time? 35:39 - Registering Does What? 37:27 - The Fund Managers are Available Anytime 38:01 - Calling All Operators! 39:13 - An Example Of A Great Operator 45:19 - Full Transparency 47:50 - The Balance Of The Group 52:13 - I’ve Never Met Someone Who Did NOT Want To Invest 📒Show Notes📒

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Bo is a CCIM Instructor and the owner and operator of Barron Commercial Group servicing Western KY and it's surrounding markets. For all CRE inquiries visit http://www.barroncommercial.com

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