
The Source of Commercial Real Estate
Jonathan Hayek will demystify the often confusing world of commercial real estate, so that you can learn how to grow your wealth with the types of properties the average real estate investor overlooks. Often highlighting asset classes outside of multifamily, Jonathan interviews experts and asks the crucial questions so you can gain a competitive edge over other investors still stuck in multifamily. Whether you are active or passive, owner/ operator or syndicator, learn the CRE jargon, current trends, emerging markets, where to find yield, and how to raise funds. From single tenant net lease, mobile home parks, industrial, office, retail and more, you might just find your new favorite niche so that your investing business can take off. If you’re serious about learning more about commercial real estate, you won’t want to miss this. Hit subscribe and take your investing to the next level.
Latest episodes

Jul 20, 2023 • 45min
Scale Your Real Estate Business the Right Way with Jenny Gou
Jenny is a Managing Partner at Vertical Street Ventures and leads the VSV Multifamily Academy. Prior to VSV, she was a Sales Director at Procter & Gamble setting national sales strategies for several billion-dollar brands and launching key initiatives across top retailers in the U.S. Her overall experience in leading teams, strategy, and project management gives her a unique ability at VSV and helping others achieve success through the VSV Academy.Jenny received a Bachelor’s in Business Management at the University of Arizona and her MBA at the University of Minnesota. She currently lives in Southern California with her husband and kids.Connect with Jenny on Linked In Vertical Street Ventures 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.

Jul 18, 2023 • 46min
Building a Portfolio of NNN Properties Through Seller Financing with Tom Rauen
Tom Rauen is an entrepreneur and investor with a passion for community, marketing, and innovation. Tom has grown his real estate portfolio from 0 to $48 Million in a short period of time. His portfolio consists of big name tenants such as Starbucks, Arby’s, Applebees, Jimmy John’s, and FedEx.Tom is the founder and CEO of 1-800-Tshirts.com, a 3x Inc. 5000 company, Fast Food Landlord, Rauen Capital, co-founder of Shirt Lab, Midwest Luxury Limos, Dimensional Brewing Company, and a partner in the Field of Dreams movie site.Tom and his wife Amanda started the Rauen Family Foundation with a mission to give back to the community with their signature event Mac & Cheese Fest™. And he is an endurance athlete who has run and won multiple 50 and 100 mile races.Now Tom launched a fund for busy professionals like you to create monthly passive income by partnering in commercial real estate deals and will share an opportunity of how you could be a part of it at the end of his interview today.Enjoy hearing about:- How Tom buys NNN properties with seller financing - What Tom looks for in a location for a property- Why renewing an existing tenant at a lower rate might be better than finding a new tenant at a higher rate- How to gauge whether or not a tenant will likely stay at the end of the lease- Plus tons moreConnect with Tom:Linked InFast Food Landlord 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.

Jul 11, 2023 • 43min
Entitling Land and Ground Up Development with DL Campbell
DL has 18 years of experience in commercial real estate. She is now active in ground up development of commercial real estate. Enjoy hearing about:- What DL looks for in raw land- Her preferred exit strategy of land- The massive returns she sees in ground up development- Suggestions for finding a great contractorConnect with DL:Honors Way GroupYoutubeClick 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.

Jul 4, 2023 • 39min
Raise More Capital Right Now with Esther Reizes-Lowenbein
Esther Reizes-Lowenbeim is a former speech and language pathologist, who has found her knack in connection investors and raising capital. In this conversation, enjoy hearing about:- Esther's experience getting onto the Bigger Pockets podcast- How Esther connects with high net worth individuals- What sets great sponsors apart- The types of deals passive investors are looking for right now- Plus tons more!Connect with Esther:Linked InWebsite TwitterClick 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.

Jul 1, 2023 • 10min
The 12x Resolution: June Update
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.

Jun 27, 2023 • 47min
Building Your Real Estate Brand with Angel Williams
Enjoy hearing about:- Key questions and red flags when searching for a coach- The value of having a thought leadership platform- How to embrace your strengths on your team- Plus tons moreConnect with Angel:The Academy PresentsAngel on Linked InLorren Capital 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.

Jun 20, 2023 • 57min
Expert Development Advice with Tony Johnson
Discovering his passion for construction when entering the industry over 20 years ago, Tony has grown from a materials supplier to obtaining his general contractor license and founding Timeless Properties Construction Co in 2008. Proving that grit and passion can overcome any challenge, Timeless Properties Construction Co navigated the worst real estate collapse in our lifetimes under his leadership. Coming out of the recession with innovative strategies, Tony made sure he capitalized on the recovery years. Along the way he feels fortunate to have helped a variety of business partners to expand their revenue streams by identifying win-win opportunities. Having found great satisfaction in the challenge and rewarding outcomes such interactions provide, Tony has launched Timeless Capital Investments LLC. By increasing the breadth of interactions and leveraging his degree in finance, Tony aims to help fellow investors take part in profitable projects they may have otherwise found beyond their means or experience.A father of four Tony is continually seeking ways to improve the environment they grow up in. This has taken the form of upfitting businesses and refurbishing dilapidated properties. When he takes his family to their soccer matches, boat rides or on road trips he wants their journey to be surrounded by displays of success that truly represent how great of a country we all live in.Timeless PropertiesTony on Linked InClick 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.

Jun 13, 2023 • 36min
Build Wealth in Real Estate as a Limited Partner with Randi Jo Pieper
Today on the show, Jonathan talks with Randi Jo Pieper. Randi Jo is a full-time W-2 employee who invests passively in real estate as a limited partner. Enjoy hearing about: - Why Randi Jo invests in real estate passively instead of actively - What to look for in an operator- How to talk to your friends about passive investing- How to find a great syndication deal- Plus tons moreConnect with Randi Jo:Linked InClick 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.

Jun 6, 2023 • 39min
Investing in Value Add Strip Centers with Zach Alms
Zach Alms is the founder and managing principal with 507 Capital and focuses on investing in value-add retail strip centers. In this episode, enjoy hearing about:- How to add value to a retail strip center- What the lending environment is like for retail strips- The most important factors to consider when analyzing strips- The red flags to avoid in retail strips- Plus tons more!Connect with Zach:Zach on Linked In507 Capital 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.

Jun 1, 2023 • 13min
The 12x Resolution: May Update
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.