The Best Ever CRE Show

Robert Martinez, Founder and CEO of Rockstar Capital, discusses his journey from post-recession multifamily investments to building a successful Houston-centric portfolio. He emphasizes conservative underwriting and shares his 'make them stay' strategies, focusing on amenities like in-unit laundry and deposit-alternative fees. Martinez highlights the importance of self-management and location in the Houston suburbs, alongside monitoring online reviews and prioritizing staff well-being for operational success.

Chris Reece, Founder & CEO of MJ REIT, shares insights from his nearly 30 years in asset management, focusing on cannabis real estate debt. He explains how he mitigates risks by underwriting properties for alternative uses. The discussion highlights MJ REIT’s flexible investment structure, contrasting construction and stabilized asset financing, and the persistent challenges due to federal regulations. Reece emphasizes the importance of diligence for investors, revealing strategic considerations for navigating this burgeoning market.

Logan Freeman, Co-Founder & Chief Development Officer of FTW Investments and a prominent figure in Kansas City's real estate scene, discusses the revitalization of Class B/C office spaces and the rising demand for small-bay industrial properties. He emphasizes Kansas City's growth potential, strategies for effective networking on LinkedIn, and leveraging AI tools for better workflow. Logan also shares valuable insights on time management and the importance of transparency in real estate dealings, blending personal anecdotes with expert advice.

Dani Beit-Or, founder and CEO of Simply Do It, shares his wealth of knowledge on long-distance rental investing. He discusses his unique 'get-rich-slow' strategy, starting with a sight-unseen purchase in Phoenix. Dani offers invaluable lessons from the 2008 crash and stresses the importance of boring, bread-and-butter investments. He delves into choosing markets based on fundamentals and shares innovative tips to increase yield through mid-term rentals. The conversation also highlights how the abundance of information empowers investors to overcome uncertainties.

Luis Green, Managing Partner & Founder at Arbet Capital Partners, shares his intriguing journey from a decade in e-commerce to leading a capital division in real estate. He discusses the advantages of a dedicated capital arm for attracting institutional investors and offers high-impact fundraising tactics. Luis highlights the critical role of trust in investor relations and effective systems for managing inquiries. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and strategic communication, empowering entrepreneurs to overcome investment objections and build valuable connections.

On this episode of The Horizon, John discusses the July retail sales print—strong nominally but essentially flat after inflation—and why consumer capacity to spend (healthier debt-to-income ratios and rising savings) is at odds with willingness to spend as sentiment softens. He explains how tariffs are likely to shift more costs from businesses to consumers in coming months, potentially weighing on Q4 sales and nudging inflation higher. Translating this to CRE, John expects more pressure on West Coast industrial (trade-exposed) while retail vacancies drift up from record lows, with grocery/necessity retail holding steadier than restaurants. Longer-term, he sees structural demand supported by millennial spending power, sizable boomer wealth, and improving transaction activity into late-2025/2026. Visit investwithsunrise.com to learn more about investment opportunities.  Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarchmoney.com with code BESTEVER Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It’s free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this engaging discussion, Dave Dubeau, owner of Results Enterprises and expert in connecting capital raisers with investors, reveals why the idea that good deals alone attract funding is a myth. He emphasizes the importance of relationship building and securing soft commitments early. Dubeau discusses the current challenges facing multifamily investments and shares his innovative podcasting strategies to engage fresh, accredited investors. Tune in to learn how to convert conversations into capital and navigate the evolving landscape of real estate funding.

On this episode of Next Leve CRE, Matt Faircloth interviews Chris Zona. Chris explains how litigation can be used offensively to acquire properties—leveraging non-performing loans (NPLs), credit bids at auction, and receivership—to turn “conflict into capital.” They break down practical playbooks for both quick exits and long-term holds, including borrower workouts and covenant rewrites, plus where smaller and mid-market investors can realistically start. Chris also outlines risks, jurisdictional timelines, and why disciplined diligence and capital planning are essential before diving into distressed debt. Chris Zona Current Role: Partner & Trial Attorney, Mandelbaum Barrett PC (complex commercial litigation; real estate-focused strategies using litigation) Based In: New York City, NY Say Hi To Them At: LinkedIn | mblawfirm.com Visit investwithsunrise.com to learn more about investment opportunities.  Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarchmoney.com with code BESTEVER Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It’s free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the Passive Income Playbook, Pascal Wagner interviews Chris Seveney. Chris breaks down how his firm buys non‑performing residential mortgage notes, works with borrowers to re‑age loans, and occasionally forecloses or sells re‑performing paper. He walks through the end‑to‑end diligence (the “three P’s”: person, property, predicament), state‑by‑state legal nuances, vendor management, and how experience refines the checklist. He also covers fund structure—Reg A access for non‑accredited investors, monthly income targets, four‑year lockup, and bonus‑share incentives—plus real‑world wins, losses, and risk controls. Guest Info Current role: Managing Partner, Seveney Investments (7E) Based in: Washington, DC Say hi to them at: 7einvestments.com | LinkedIn Visit investwithsunrise.com to learn more about investment opportunities.  Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarchmoney.com with code BESTEVER Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It’s free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Beyond Multifamily, Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Ira Zlotowitz. Ira explains GPARENCY’s fixed-fee “mortgage assurance” model—$4,500 to shop your deal, create real competition among lenders, and hand you the best term sheet without taking a closing commission. He contrasts this with traditional brokers (exclusives, success fees, misaligned incentives), and shows how owners can use lender data (via GPARENCY’s G‑Placer) to find active banks for niche assets and markets. They dig into term‑sheet timing, bridge‑loan speed, how to approach lenders with a crisp “teaser,” and Ira’s money‑back guarantee if a clearly better deal surfaces after his process. Ira Zlotowitz Current role: Founder & CEO, GPARENCY (Mortgage Assurance) and G‑Placer (lender data platform) Based in: Howell, New Jersey Say hi to them at: iraz@gparency.com | WhatsApp/Text: 917‑597‑2197 | LinkedIn Visit investwithsunrise.com to learn more about investment opportunities.  Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at www.monarchmoney.com with code BESTEVER Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It’s free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices