The Source of Commercial Real Estate

Enjoy this conversation with Stephanie Rodriguez, National Director, Industrial Services for the US with Colliers. Stephanie has experience in industrial development, lease negotiations, investor advisement, and asset management. In this discussion, we discuss the increasing costs of leasing industrial space, the increased supply of industrial assets, decreased deal velocity, the importance of proximity to utilities, plus investors' biggest pain points. As National Director, Industrial Services for the U.S., Stephanie focuses on overall growth of Colliers’ industrial business, including the establishment of new client relationships and expansion of existing affiliations and promoting talent recruitment and retention.With 25 years of commercial real estate experience, Stephanie leads Colliers’ industrial platform, especially in providing thought leadership, research and marketing. She brings extensive experience in acquisitions, lease transactions and negotiations, asset management, and development projects.Before joining Colliers, Stephanie Regional Senior Vice President at Duke Realty Corporation overseeing leasing multi-million-square-foot portfolio in Central and South Florida Prior to her time at Duke, she held progressively more senior roles at Trammell Crow Company and CBRE. Connect with Stephanie:https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-rodriguez-4b384b8/https://www.colliers.com/en/experts/stephanie-a-rodriguezClick to text the show! Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*Some or all of the show notes may have been generated using AI tools.

In this episode, Jonathan talks with Preston Brooks, partner with Cox, Castle, & Nicholson. The firm is a premier law firm that services all things real estate in California. Preston specifically works with developers and municipalities  in the cleanup of brownfield and otherwise contaminated sites that could serve a better use. with redevelopment. In this conversation, we discuss the liabilities for developers of brownfields, potential sources of funds for cleanup, and we go deep into an ongoing project in Lynwood, CA where a known contaminated site is being cleaned up and redeveloped into a grocery store in a food desert.TakeawaysBrownfields are contaminated sites that complicate redevelopment due to the presence of hazardous substances or pollutants.Phase One Environmental Studies are a common tool used to assess the environmental risks of a property, but they may not identify all potential issues.Investors and developers face risks and liabilities associated with cleanup costs, third-party exposure, and regulatory compliance.When considering properties with potential contamination, it is important to conduct thorough due diligence, consult with environmental experts, and assess the risk-reward balance.Redevelopment projects in disadvantaged communities can benefit from state grants and tools like Clara Agreements to address cleanup and liability concerns.Early involvement of environmental consultants and collaboration with regulatory agencies can help navigate the complexities of brownfield redevelopment.Connect with Preston:https://www.coxcastle.com/professionals-brooks-preston-wClick to text the show! Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*Some or all of the show notes may have been generated using AI tools.

Join host Jonathan Hayek with guest Whitney Elkins-Hutten. Whitney is the Director of Investor Education at PassiveInvesting.com and a  partner in $800MM+ in real estate — including over 6500+ residential units (MF, MHP, SFR, and assisted living), 7 express car washes, and more than 2000+ self-storage units across 11 states—and experience flipping over $5MM in residential real estate. Enjoy learning about:- How a bus fell on one of her houses!- How to push past the ceiling of achievement- How to achieve the 5 freedoms- How truly passive income transformed her finances- The incredible opportunity of investing in car washes- The top questions to ask a syndicator when investing passively- Plus tons more!Connect with Whitney:https://www.passiveinvesting.com/whitney/Click to text the show! Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*Some or all of the show notes may have been generated using AI tools.

BD Dweik, a successful real estate investor with over 25 years of experience, discusses the advantages of investing in commercial real estate through a fund of funds model. They explore value-add, distressed, and opportunistic deals in multifamily, self storage, industrial, and retail. BD emphasizes the importance of evaluating the team, market, and deal itself, and building relationships with like-minded investors. They also share their passion for youth education and financial literacy.

Enjoy this conversation with J. Scott with Bar Down Investments. In this episode Jonathan and J discuss leading economic indicators, the impending distress in CRE, building the J. Scott brand, J's best and worst deals, and what markets J loves right now. Listen to J's podcast, entitled Drunk Real Estate.  J Scott is an entrepreneur, investor, advisor, author, and partner at Bar Down Investments, focused on buying and repositioning large multifamily properties. In the past fourteen years, J has bought, built, rehabbed, sold, lent-on and held over $150M in property around the country. J holds strategic advisor roles in several companies and is the author of five BiggerPockets books on real estate investing, including the best-selling, The Book on Flipping Houses. Connect with J:www.connectwithjscott.comTakeawaysThe current state of the economy and commercial real estate market is uncertain, with inflation and interest rates being key factors to watch.Building a brand requires being genuine, providing value, and leveraging your strengths and interests.Networking and building relationships are crucial for finding deals and raising capital in the current market.Being honest and transparent with investors is essential for building trust and long-term success.Chapters00:00Introduction and Background03:24The Current State of Commercial Real Estate Investing11:55Potential Distress in Commercial Real Estate20:28Building the J Scott Brand25:09Partnership with Ashley Wilson40:12Market Excitement and Best/Worst Deals43:04Tips for Finding Deals and Raising Capital45:20Recommended Resource and ConclusionClick to text the show! Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*Some or all of the show notes may have been generated using AI tools.

Enjoy this discussion with Michelle Klingenberg, SVP with JLL in Cincinnati.  In this conversation, we talk through how to make an office investment thrive in terms of location, amenities, and design. We also discuss what makes a good mentor, how the changing debt market is impacting office, and the changing dynamics of the hybrid work culture. Based in JLL's Cincinnati office, Michelle has 10+ years of experience in the greater Cincinnati real estate market. As senior vice president, Michelle is responsible for growing JLL Cincinnati’s agency leasing business, recruiting talent to join the firm and to build relationships with Cincinnati’s business communities and commercial real estate property owners.  Beyond her day-to-day JLL responsibilities, Michelle is working toward a greater vision for the firm to position Cincinnati as a preferred city for businesses to operate and establish as their headquarters. She aims to maintain JLL’s role as the premier local commercial real estate leader and to continue to uplift Cincinnati’s economy.Michelle on Linked In:lhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleklingenberg/TakeawaysMentorship is crucial in the commercial real estate industry and has played a significant role in Michelle's career.The female perspective brings a different skill set and outlook to the industry, making it valuable in a male-dominated field.A good mentor is someone who is willing to give their time, create a two-way relationship, and provide guidance and support.The office space market in Cincinnati is evolving, with a focus on amenities, collaboration spaces, and convenient locations.Landlord owners face challenges such as longer decision-making processes, high construction costs, and the need to proactively invest in their properties.Tenant expectations include quick move-in ready spaces, accessibility, and vibrant environments that offer more than remote work options.The Streitman Center project in Cincinnati exemplifies the success of creative office spaces that cater to the needs of young talent.Chapters00:00Introduction01:12Michelle's Background in Commercial Real Estate03:34Mentorship in Michelle's Career05:19The Value of Female Perspective in Commercial Real Estate07:48Qualities of a Good Mentor09:50Engaging Younger Generations in Commercial Real Estate10:36Michelle's Work at JLL12:36Trends in the Office Space Market16:21Challenges Faced by Landlord Owners21:11Tenant Expectations and Trends25:11The Streetman Center Project27:00Creative Office Space in Cincinnati32:03Challenges Faced by Landlord Owners34:05Distress in the Office Space Market35:02Closing RemarksClick to text the show! Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*Some or all of the show notes may have been generated using AI tools.

Listen to this in depth conversation about Class A Industrial with Angel Gonzalez of Keystone Private Capital. Angel and his team buy 50k - 150k sq ft properties. They add value by improving leases and making capital improvements to the properties. In this episode, we discuss finding deals, funding deals, lease structure, the advantage of multi tenant properties, his deal buy box, and the importance of knowing the vacancy rate in the area. Connect with Angel:https://www.keystoneprivatecapital.com/Angel's Podcast: Taking the Leap Into Commercial Real EstateClick to text the show! Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*Some or all of the show notes may have been generated using AI tools.

Originally released in November 1, 2022, this is an episode you may have missed and it  is being re-released because it is packed with value! Ryan discusses site selection, getting great deals, due diligence, and raising capital for self storage. It's a great listen! Connect with Ryan:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-gibson1/https://spartan-investors.com/Click to text the show! Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*Some or all of the show notes may have been generated using AI tools.

Joe Fairless, founder of the Best Ever brand, and co-founder of Ashcroft Capital sits with Jonathan and Mike McManus at a live event to discuss scaling. We discuss goal setting, finding a partner, hiring, when enough is enough, and finding life/ work balance. Ashcroft Capital owns $2.7B in Multifamily assets. Joe is the founder of the Best Real Estate Investing Advise Ever Podcast, which now has over 3000 published episodes and is also the founder of the Best Ever Real Estate Investing Conference. Connect with Joe:https://ashcroftcapital.com/Other links mentioned:Mike McManus and The Surgeon Syndicate Podcast:https://surgeonsyndicate.podbean.com/Click to text the show! Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*Some or all of the show notes may have been generated using AI tools.

Enjoy this discussion with Taylor Loht of NT Capital. We discuss raising capital legally as a broker dealer, what sets great operators apart, his best tips for raising capital, how he uses his podcast to grow his business, and how he is using systems to grow his business while reducing his workload. Connect with TaylorPassive Wealth Strategy Showhttps://www.passivewealthstrategy.com/Click to text the show! Email Jonathan with comments or suggestions:podcast@thesourcecre.comOr visit the webpage:www.thesourcecre.com*Some or all of the show notes may have been generated using AI tools.