E023: The Broker's Guide to CRE Investing and Making an Impact with Brad Ahrens, CCIM

Are you a Commercial Real Estate (CRE) broker looking to level up and transition into investing and running your own deals? In this episode of "Commercially Speaking," we are joined by special guest Brad Ahrens, CCIM, a seasoned professional with a diverse career in real estate finance, development, brokerage, acquisitions, and dispositions. Brad shares his insights on the journey from brokerage to purposeful investing in the Real Estate Business. We discuss the key steps brokers can take to transition into becoming investors who run a deal and how to use a deeper 'why' to make a meaningful impact through Commercial Real Estate Investing.

Brad Ahrens, founder of Coral Cove Investments and President at Concord Development Partners, has been involved in excess of $500M in transactions and holds the prestigious Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation. He brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table, making this episode a must-listen for anyone in the CRE space.

Join us as we unpack the challenges and opportunities that come with this transition and explore how aligning your investments with a purpose can lead to not only financial success but also a positive impact on the community. Whether you're a seasoned broker, an aspiring investor, or just curious about the world of Real Estate Investing, this episode is packed with insights and actionable tips to help you navigate the transition and make a difference through your investments.

And don't forget, we wrap up the episode with our signature "Commercial Speaking Quickie Quiz"! Hit that subscribe button and check out our previous episodes for more enlightening conversations in the world of Commercial Real Estate.

⏰Time Code⏰ 00:00 - Start

01:59 - Who Is Brad Ahrens, CCIM?

02:39 - Blind Bird Dog

03:25 - Flipping vs Wholesale

07:51 - How Do I Become An Investor?

09:26 - Institutional Buyer

12:08 - Joint Venture

13:44 - Making an Impact

14:52 - Development vs Acquisition

16:46 - Why Here? Why Now? Why This?

17:58 - Make Fun Out Of Challenge

19:18 - Every Deal Has A Story

20:38 - Insight For The Broker

25:15 - The Other Side Of The Table

26:10 - CRE & Acting Parallels

30:04 - The Fear Of The Unknown

33:39 - Pop Quiz

Links mentioned in the show:

CRE Investor Coach:

https://register.massimo-group.com/cre-investor-coach

Concord Development Partners:

https://cdpdevco.com/our-story/LinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/ahrensinteam

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/concordpartners

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/concordpartners

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