The Best Ever CRE Show
Joe Fairless
Welcome to the Best Ever CRE Show, the world’s longest-running daily COMMERCIAL real estate podcast. Founded by Joe Fairless, a co-founder of Ashcroft Capital who went from buying $35,000 homes to controlling more than $2.7 billion in real estate assets, the Best Ever CRE Show provides commercial real estate expert insights, education, and timely information to our community of active and passive investors who want to build wealth, build a legacy, and do more good in the world.So if you want the real stories behind the good, the bad, and the worst ever deals — plus, insights into what really goes on in commercial real estate investing — you’re in the right place. Our hosts interview commercial real estate experts every day to uncover secrets and strategies YOU can use to become a better, more informed investor. This is the Best Ever CRE show.Join the Best Ever CommunityThe 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
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Mar 7, 2022 • 26min
JF2743: 5 Signs It’s Time to Break Up with Your Business Partner ft. Andrew Schutsky
You’ve found a great deal, but are the people working on it right for you? Andrew Schutsky, Founder of Redline Equity LLC, believes that partners can make or break a deal for an investor. In this episode, Andrew shares his insight on networking and how to properly select a business partner. Andrew Schutsky | Real Estate Background Founder of Redline Equity LLC, a real estate syndication firm specializing in the acquisition, improvement, and management of large apartment buildings. Portfolio: Ownership interest in over 1,100 units including both GP and LP positions. In his first five months, he closed two deals as a GP: 94 units and 43 units. Based in: Thornton, PA Say hi to him at: www.investwithredline.com Crushing Cashflow Podcast LinkedIn andrew@investwithredline.com Best Ever Book: Principles: Life and Work by Ray Dalio
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Mar 6, 2022 • 25min
JF2742: 3 Advantages of Self-Storage Over Multifamily ft. Paul Moore
Are you tired of fighting for multifamily deals in a competitive market? Return guest Paul Moore suggests looking into self-storage, an asset class he believes is often overlooked despite its many advantages. Paul shares why he transitioned from multifamily to self-storage, how he finds deals, and how he’s grown his portfolio to where it is today. Paul Moore | Real Estate Background Previous Episodes: JF809: Creating a $10 Million Fund, Building a Hotel, and Focusing on Multifamily | JF1594: Expanding & Growing Your Strategy When Deal Flow Slows #SkillSetSunday with Paul Moore
Founder and managing director at Wellings Capital, a real estate investment firm. Portfolio: Invested $71.3 million with 11 operators and have a total of 229 assets across all combined funds. Author of Storing Up Profits: Capitalize on America’s Obsession with Stuff by Investing in Self-Storage
Based in: Roanoke, VA Say hi to him at: wellingscapital.com Twitter: @PaulMooreInvest Click here to know more about our sponsors: Deal Maker Mentoring | PassiveInvesting.com | FollowUp Boss Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 5, 2022 • 28min
JF2741: The Ultimate Strategy to Retail Center Syndication ft. Vick Mehta
Are you in residential or multifamily and curious about how to transition into retail? Vick Mehta, Founder of Indvestia Capital, lays out the best practices for retail syndication, including sourcing tenants (national and local), structuring leases, selecting properties, and more must-know insights for creating strong cash flow. Vick Mehta | Real Estate Background Founder of Indvestia Capital, a real estate syndication company with a focus on the retail sector. Portfolio: $22M in AUM GP of five buildings LP of one industrial property Based in: Downers Grove, IL Say hi to him at: indvestia.com | LinkedIn
Best Ever Book: Raising Capital for Real Estate: How to Attract Investors, Establish Credibility, and Fund Deals by Hunter Thompson
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Mar 4, 2022 • 37min
JF2740: 7 Tips to Get Started in Land Investing ft. Tim Krause
After watching his parents’ single-family investments crash during the 2008 recession, Tim Krause swore off real estate. Years later, after many career switches, Tim finally came across land investing, and ever since he’s been all in. Tim shares why you should invest in land, along with the tips and tricks that helped him kickstart his business and continue to grow his portfolio. Tim Krause | Real Estate Background Manager of Done with Land, which does direct mail buying and selling of land. Portfolio: 30 acres of oyster fields Has bought and sold over 50 properties Full-time land investor for the past two years Based in: Tacoma, WA Say hi to him at:
investmentscrafted.com info@investmentscrafted.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: $100M Offers: How To Make Offers So Good People Feel Stupid Saying No by Alex Hormozi
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Mar 3, 2022 • 15min
JF2739: How to Analyze a Cap Rate | Actively Passive Investing Show with Travis Watts
How much importance should a cap rate have when analyzing a new deal? Today, Travis teaches us how to analyze a cap rate, and then how to determine how much weight this metric should hold when looking into a new investment opportunity. Want more? We think you’ll like this episode: JF2382: Cap Rates, Waterfalls, And Preferred Returns | Actively Passive Investing Show With Theo Hicks & Travis Watts Check out more episodes of the Actively Passive Investing Show here! Click here to know more about our sponsors: Deal Maker Mentoring | PassiveInvesting.com | FollowUp Boss Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 2, 2022 • 31min
JF2738: The Innovative Strategy to Scale Military Short-Term Rentals ft. Joe Riley
Veteran Joe Riley saw an opportunity in the market when he rented his home while on deployment: creating temporary housing for families near military bases. Now with over 300 properties, Joe has continued to grow his portfolio to fit this overwhelming need for military housing. Joe talks about how he created Patriot Homes and how to scale your short-term rental portfolio. Joe Riley | Real Estate Background Founder of Patriot Family Homes, a veteran-owned company that meets the need for short-term housing near military bases. Portfolio: Owner of 300+ properties. Prior to starting this company, Joe was a Captain in the Army, having multiple overseas deployments, and previously served on the National Security Council at the White House. Based in: Chattanooga, TN Say hi to him at: www.patriotfamilyhomes.com
Best Ever Book: The Politics of Diplomacy by James A. Baker III
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Feb 28, 2022 • 26min
JF2736: 3 Tactics for Building Excellent Networking Skills ft. Vish Muni
Does networking online really work? How do you make sure you stand out? Vish Muni, Founder of PGL properties, reveals the tips and tricks that have helped him excel at networking to find new deals. He also discusses what he looks for in an operator and reviews his latest deals. Vish Muni | Real Estate Background Founder of PGL Properties, a multifamily firm that syndicates Class B and C properties. Portfolio: GP of 432 units. LP of 695 units. Based in: Belton, TX Say hi to him at: www.pglpropertiesllc.com Instagram: munivish Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/vishmuni
Best Ever Book: Tax-Free Wealth: How to Build Massive Wealth by Permanently Lowering Your Taxes by Tom Wheelwright
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Feb 27, 2022 • 28min
JF2735: 3 Ways to Systemize Your Investments for Maximum Growth ft. Chris Larsen
What if you could simplify the complex strategies of investing? Chris Larsen, Founder of Next-Level Income, shares how you can create a basic and repeatable method to streamline your business. He also discusses mindset hacks and how to form a clear vision for your future. Chris Larsen | Real Estate Background Previous episode: JF2370: The Challenges Of Starting And Scaling A Syndication With Chris Larsen #SituationSaturday
Founder and Managing Partner of Next-Level Income, Portfolio: GP of 3,000 doors. LP of 15 properties. Based in: Asheville, NC Say hi to him at: www.nextlevelincome.com
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Feb 26, 2022 • 27min
JF2734: 3 Creative Ways to Find Commercial Development Deals ft. Glenn Kukla
In part two of our interview with Glenn Kukla, CEO of Kukla Capital Partners, Glenn answers audience questions about pivoting his business during the 2008 recession, the most creative ways he’s found deals, and his ultimate strategy for networking. Glenn Kukla | Real Estate Background CEO of Kukla Capital Partners, a real estate development company and investment fund. Portfolio: $4M in net value. Over $50M in real estate projects he has developed and/or financed. Grown and privately held his investment fund over 40% annually since 2009. Based in: Cincinnati, OH Say hi to him at: LinkedIn
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Feb 25, 2022 • 22min
JF2733: Avoid These 5 Costly Mistakes with Multifamily Insurance ft. J.T. Lynch
Are you getting good advice from your insurance broker? Do you have the right coverage for your properties? Insurance broker J.T. Lynch reveals five common mistakes investors make when dealing with multifamily insurance, and how to properly select and dissect a plan. J.T. Lynch | Real Estate Background Broker at Ramey King Insurance, which is a full service, private insurance agency. They have specialized in multifamily insurance for over 35 years nationwide. 4 years of RE experience. Based in: Denton, TX Say hi to him at: Rameyking.com jtlynch@rameyking.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason
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