Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions with Andrew Kirsh

In this episode of Real Talk, I sit down with Gidi Cohen. Gidi is the founder and CEO of CGI+ Real Estate Investment Strategies (“CGI+), a Los Angeles-based multifamily investment and development firm with nearly $2 billion in assets under management (AUM). Over the course of his nearly three decades as a principal investor and developer, Gidi has been involved in the development, acquisition and disposition of multifamily, commercial, industrial and retail space throughout the United States with a value in excess of $3 billion. Highlights from our conversation: * How growing up on a farm in Israel and serving as an Israeli Navy Seal helped shape Gidi’s personal and professional life * Just because he may be talking loudly, does not mean he’s yelling at you. * Keys to navigating thru a downturn in the real estate market * Focusing on legacy multi-family assets on the West Coast and South East. Connect with Gidi Cohen: * Connect with Gidi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gidicohencgi/ * Visit CGI+'s website: https://cgiplus.com/ ********* In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry. Don't miss an episode of Real Talk: * Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM * Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j * Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2 * Listen on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-talk--real-estate-discussions-with-andrew-kirsh * Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. * Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ * Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh * Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh * Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp/ * Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/

Tune into this episode of Real Talk for an in depth discussion about grocery anchored retail w/ Scott Tiano, Co-Founder of Hyperion Realty Capital. Hyperion is a real estate investment firm that focuses on identifying, acquiring, and operating high-quality retail properties in the Western United States. Highlights from our conversation: * What makes a grocery-anchored retail site work * How whether iceberg lettuce is firm or mushy is a key indicator to a grocery store’s performance * Driving chickens in a limousine Connect with Scott Tiano: * Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-tiano-40465212/ * Visit Hyperion Realty Capital's website: https://www.hyperioncre.com/about/ ********* In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry. Don't miss an episode of Real Talk: * Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM * Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j * Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2 * Listen on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-talk--real-estate-discussions-with-andrew-kirsh * Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. * Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ * Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh * Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh * Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp/ * Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/

In this episode of Real Talk, we welcome The Godfather of Real Estate Podcasts, Chris Rising, Co-Founder and CEO of Rising Realty Partners. Rising Realty Partners (RRP) is a Los Angeles-based real estate investment and operating platform that owns and manages over five million square feet of properties. Chris serves on the company’s Executive and Investment Committees, drawing on his extensive experience in managing acquisitions and creative development. Tune in as we discuss: Challenges in today’s office sector How government policies have impacted CBD Office Differences in lender behavior between the GFC and today Finding opportunities in light industrial Connect with Chris Rising: Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherrising/ Follow and listen to Chris' podcast, The Real Market With Chris Rising: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-real-market-with-chris-rising/id1354508748?mt=2\ Visit Rising Realty Partners' Website: https://risingrp.com/ Follow Rising Realty Partners on Twitter: https://twitter.com/risingrp Subscribe to Rising Realty Partners' channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFigot7nbk0c7ZjYqOqyNxA Follow Rising Realty Partners on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/risingrealtypartners Follow Rising Realty Partners on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/risingrp Follow Rising Realty Partners on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rising-realty-partner Follow Rising Realty Partners on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risingrealtypartners/ ********* In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry. Don't miss an episode of Real Talk: Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2 Listen on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-talk--real-estate-discussions-with-andrew-kirsh Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp/ Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/

In this week's episode of Real Talk, I have a conversation with Richard Benson, Managing Director of The Ardent Companies in the London office. He is responsible for deal origination, capital raising, and asset management for the UK operations. We discuss: * The overall real estate market in the UK * How the office sector differs in London compared to large cities in the US * How Americans and Brits need a dictionary in order to understand each other; and * Ted Lasso!! Connect with Richard Benson: * Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-benson-10b50817/ * Visit The Ardent Companies' Website: https://theardentcompanies.com/ ********* In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry. Don't miss an episode of Real Talk: * Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM * Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j * Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2 * Listen on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-talk--real-estate-discussions-with-andrew-kirsh * Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. * Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ * Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh * Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh * Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp/ * Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/

In this week's episode of Real Talk, I have a conversation with Bob Ruth, the Founder and President of The Ruth Group. The Ruth Group is a Southern California based full-service commercial real estate investor, owner, and operator focused on the West Coast and Southern Florida. Our senior management team has decades of institutional investment management experience, with specialized capabilities including acquisitions, repositioning, development, property management, leasing, and accessing the capital markets. We discuss: The key ingredients to having a successful office project The top office markets in the country Whether it’s realistic for office buildings to be converted into residential use Connect with Bob: Connect with Bob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-ruth-aa9a946/ Visit The Ruth Group's website: https://www.trgpartners.com/ ************************** In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry. Don't miss an episode of Real Talk: Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2 Listen on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-talk--real-estate-discussions-with-andrew-kirsh Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp/ Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/

In this week's episode of Real Talk, I have a conversation with Todd Hanson, Managing Director of RM Communities. RM Communities is the direct acquisition vehicle of Realty Mogul. The RealtyMogul approach blends personalized service, proven business discipline and data-driven insights. This allows Members to create their own real estate portfolios — diversifying their holdings with investments in individual properties and Real Estate Investment Trusts (“REITs”). Connect with Todd: Connect with Todd on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-hanson-31b6b05/ Visit Realty Mogul's website: https://www.realtymogul.com/ ********* In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry. Don't miss an episode of Real Talk: Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2 Listen on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-talk--real-estate-discussions-with-andrew-kirsh Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp/ Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/

In this week's episode of Real Talk, I have a conversation with Colby Durnin, Founder and CEO of CREDE (Commercial Real Estate Development Enterprises). We discuss: How to effectively build a national company providing construction management services How his perspective as a fee service provider has assisted in building an owner/operator portfolio Why he prefers extreme sports as business development activities over golf or going to a sporting event Learn more and connect with Colby: Visit CREDE's website: https://www.credegroup.com/ Connect with Colby on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colby-durnin-63a9a24 In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry. Don't miss an episode of Real Talk: Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2 Listen on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-talk--real-estate-discussions-with-andrew-kirsh Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp/ Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/

In this week's episode of Real Talk, I have a conversation with Brett Dedeaux, Principal of Dedeaux Properties. We discuss: How Brett’s grandfather, Rod Dedeaux, led USC’s baseball team to 11 National Titles and coached two Olympic Baseball teams, and at the same time founded a logistics trucking business that still operates today Building Dedeaux Properties into one of the most active developers and investors in logistics-oriented industrial real estate in Southern California Thru the Dedeaux Foundation, Brett’s philanthropic efforts have significantly improved the lives of many underprivileged kids in LA Incorporating modern wellness technologies into his office and business culture Learn more and connect with Brett: Visit the website: https://dedeauxproperties.com/ Connect with Brett on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-dedeaux-1496a5/ In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry. Don't miss an episode of Real Talk: Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2 Listen on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-talk--real-estate-discussions-with-andrew-kirsh Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp/ Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/

In this week's episode of #RealTalk, I have a conversation with Warren de Haan, Co-CEO of ACORE Capital, one of the largest non-bank private lenders in the country with over $21 billion under management. Tune in to the episode to hear Warren and I discuss: Macro-economic challenges facing the real estate industry The concern he has with the future of regional banks The keys to working with a lender during turbulent times Learn more and connect with Warren: Visit the website: https://www.acorecapital.com/ Connect with Warren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/warren-de-haan-7465a3b9/ In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry. Don't miss an episode of Real Talk: Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2 Listen on Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/real-talk--real-estate-discussions-with-andrew-kirsh Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation. Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/ Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp/ Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/

In this week's episode of #RealTalk, I have a conversation with Paul Schon and Artem Tepler, Co-founders of Schon Tepler.  Schon Tepler Group is a vertically integrated, full-service real estate investment, development, construction and property management firm focused on ground up development of multi-family residential properties throughout Southern California. Schon Tepler Group is privately held, and headquartered in Los Angeles, California.  Tune in to the episode to hear Paul, Artem and I discuss: * How to go from filling houses to building Class A apartment buildings * The key metrics to utilize when evaluating development deals * How they settle their internal disputes in the jujitsu ring Learn more and connect with Paul and Artem:  * Visit the website: https://www.schontepler.com/   * Connect with Paul Schon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-schon-b3205419/    * Connect with Artem Tepler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/artemtepler/ In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry. Don't miss an episode of Real Talk:  * Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM  * Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.  * Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh/  * Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh  * Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh  * Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp/  * Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh/