The Commercial Real Estate Investor Podcast

Key Takeaways:Tyler is most bullish on flex industrial properties going forward due to high demand and lack of new construction.Tyler thinks interest rates could drop before the 2024 election but is planning for rates to stay higher for 12-18 months. Finding good deals is one of the most important skills for commercial real estate investors.Building relationships with sellers, lenders, brokers, and contractors is important through regular communication.A downturn in commercial real estate is anticipated in the next 6 months as consumer debt levels rise.https://www.tylercauble.com/podcast/episode162

Imagine the reverse 1031 exchange like trading cards. You have some cool trading cards and you want to swap one card for another, but you don't want to pay any money or taxes for it. Well, that's kind of like what a reverse 1031 exchange is in real estate.https://www.tylercauble.com/podcast/episode161

Key Takeaways:- It can be advantageous to pay cash for land/property and then take out a construction loan against it rather than bundling acquisition and construction into one loan. This makes the financing process easier for banks.- Industrial outdoor storage is a good "covered land" investment that provides cash flow while waiting for future higher/better use development.- When evaluating value-add deals, Tyler looks for 18-22% IRR and 20% annualized cash-on-cash returns over 3-5 years.- Tyler sees opportunities in high-end residential house flipping over the next 2-3 years given the strong housing market, with margins of $50k-$150k per flip.- If Tyler had unlimited funds, he would not syndicate deals and prefer to execute them solely with partner(s) who handle the capital/financing aspects.https://www.tylercauble.com/podcast/episode160

In an era driven by technological innovation, AI has emerged as a game-changer, transforming industries across the board. Let’s dive into the intriguing realm of commercial real estate and AI, uncovering how this powerful combination is reshaping the way we analyze, manage, and invest in properties.https://www.tylercauble.com/podcast/episode159

Key Takeaways:Triple net leases are a good investment option for beginners due to lower risk.It's important for leasing agents to understand commercial real estate valuation and underwriting to negotiate better deals.Flex industrial spaces are a relatively lower risk investment opportunity currently.Building a personal brand and commercial brokerage are good business models for earning income without large capital.Micro-unit developments can lease up faster at lower risk than larger units.https://www.tylercauble.com/podcast/episode158

Commercial real estate investing is an excellent way to earn passive income and build your wealth, but it's certainly not without its challenges, especially if you’re a first-time investor. Here are 5 of the biggest mistakes I’ve seen that first-time commercial real estate investors often make.https://www.tylercauble.com/podcast/episode157

Key Takeaways:Industrial and retail properties are recommended asset classes to invest in currently, while multifamily, office and hospitality face challenges.Flex industrial properties can still make sense to develop since demand is high and projects are pre-leasing.Deal structures can be creative, like carrying back financing from sellers, to make deals work in the current environment.Networking to find investors is important, and skills like deal sourcing and underwriting are valuable to bring to partnerships.Highest and best use analysis through a yield study can help identify future redevelopment potential on a property.Environmental reports are a cost of doing business when purchasing land, and negotiations may be needed over who pays.Building on leased land long-term is generally not recommended due to not owning the underlying asset.https://www.tylercauble.com/podcast/episode156

Raising capital is never an easy feat, but it can help you scale your real estate investments and buy bigger properties than you could on your own. The investors round table discusses how they find investors, pitch these individuals / family offices / funds on placing capital in their projects, and best practices for beginners that are looking to bring private investors to the table on their deals.https://www.tylercauble.com/podcast/episode155

Flex industrial is a wonderful side of commercial real estate to invest in - especially for beginners since the asset is typically easier to manage with low-maintenance tenants. Today, we're diving into everything you need to know about flex space for beginners with Hamza Ali, who is a seasoned commercial and residential real estate investor with an investment portfolio of over $270M in flex space developments in Texas. https://www.tylercauble.com/podcast/episode154

Raising capital can be tough, but it doesn't have to be. Dr. Adam Gower has helped syndicators raise hundreds of millions of investor capital through his crowdfunding platform, Gower Crowd. Today, we're diving into the ins and outs of crowdfunding for commercial real estate, how crowdfunding can help you close on you 1st or your next deal, and any challenges or pitfalls that new commercial real estate investors should be aware of when using this deal structure.https://www.tylercauble.com/podcast/episode153