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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Jul 7, 2021 • 21min
JF2500: A Multifamily Affair with Abigail & Sean Thomson
Father, daughter duo Abigail and Sean Thomson didn’t think they’d end up working together one day when she went off to college. But, after sharing her long-term goals with her dad, they both knew investing for passive income was the answer. They now successfully run the business together while Abigail balances her daily tasks and school. They talk about why they made the switch from residential to multifamily, how they structure day-to-day tasks, and what it’s like working with family. Abigail & Sean Thomson Real Estate Background: Father, Daughter team running Thomson Multifamily Group, LLC 10 years of real estate investing Portfolio consist of 157 units, 23 assignments, and 23 flips Based in Plano, TX Say hi to them at: https://www.thomsonmultifamilygroup.com/home
Best Ever Book: Daring Greatly, Best Ever Syndication Book
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Jul 6, 2021 • 28min
F2499: 5 Interview Questions for Syndicators with Sam Silverman
After purchasing his first single family investment property in college, Sam Silverman continued to purchase 8 single family homes, and ultimately moved on to syndication. In this episode, we learn about Sam’s top 4 criteria for qualifying investments, how he uses his past experiences to raise capital, and his best piece of advice for new syndicators. Sam Silverman Real Estate Background: VP of Sales at a tech company 3 years experience (1 in single family then the next 2 have been all multi family syndication and self storage) 12 syndications (2614 units), 4 single family houses then another 132 units active under contract Based in Tampa, FL Say hi to him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelsilverman3/ Best Ever Book: The Art of Winning and Losing Click here to know more about our sponsors Real Estate CFO Services & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 5, 2021 • 34min
F2498: 5 Net Lease Benefits Multifamily Doesn’t Have with Dan Lewkowicz
As a commercial real estate broker specializing in multi-tenant leases, Dan Lewkowicz has knowledge of many different asset classes. Today, we talk in depth about the differences between a net lease vs. multifamily and the pros and cons of each, absolute triple net leases vs. double net leases, net lease benefits as opposed to multifamily, and why you should become a commercial real estate broker instead of residential. Dan Lewkowicz Real Estate Background: 15 years of experience Now Director of Investment at Encore Real Estate Investment Services Specializes in shopping centers, medical office buildings, industrial fulfillment centers, quick service restaurants and automotive repair and part stores Based in Oak Park, Michigan Say hi to him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-lewkowicz-7118361 Best Ever Book: Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion
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Jul 4, 2021 • 26min
F2497: 3 Common Insurance Pitfalls with Drew Maconachy #SkillsetSunday
Today, we’re talking with Drew Maconachy, specifically about the insurance side of real estate investing. He clues us in on the most common questions investors ask him, how to possibly get lower insurance costs, and some policies that you may not actually need on your insurance. Tune in to learn about the common insurance pitfalls real estate investors fall through and how to avoid them. Drew Maconachy Real Estate Background: Co-owner of Maconachy Stradley Insurance, Insuring 1000s of doors across North America. Consulted his customers on over $30,000,000 of insurance purchases Partial stake in 11 nursing homes Based in Akron, Ohio Say hi to him at: Maconachystradley.com Click here to know more about our sponsors Real Estate CFO Services & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 3, 2021 • 23min
F2496: 3 Tips for Successful Crowdfunding with Terrica Lynn Smith
Starting out with zero real estate investing experience, Terrica Lynn Smith built her brand from the ground level. With a current portfolio of 250 doors, Terrica is passionate about teaching others to do the same and get started in real estate investing. She talks about her journey to crowdfunding, how she approaches it differently than others, and her best tips to ensure it’s successful in your business. Terrica Lynn Smith Real Estate Background: Full-time real estate investor 15 years of experience Portfolio consist 250 doors including commercial, has helped develop 3 communities and currently developing her own Based in Lafayette, LA Say hi to her at: www.terricalynnsmith.com Best Ever Book: Wealth Choice
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Jul 2, 2021 • 20min
F2495: Restarting After Recession with Bruce Glenn
When his $300k loan was called in, in the midst of the recession, Bruce Glenn lost it all to pay it back. After selling his properties and becoming an appraiser, he saw people starting to buy properties again and decided to jump back in. Bruce talks about what he did differently the second time around, the main reason people lose money on deals, and his tips to make sure it doesn’t happen to you. Bruce Glenn Real Estate Background: Full-time real estate appraiser Successfully house flipping for over 30 years Author of “First Flip: 30 years of secrets so your first flip isn’t a flop Based in Birmingham, AL Say hi to him at: www.flippinbruce.com
Best Ever Book: The Compound Effect
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Jul 1, 2021 • 23min
F2494: 3 Steps to a Luxury Investing Experience with Veena Jetti
Growing up in a real estate family, Veena Jetti knew she had to leave corporate real estate and start investing for herself. After learning some valuable lessons in her first deal, Veena now has a portfolio of $400M in assets. She talks about the best time to raise capital, and her step-by-step systems and process she uses to provide a “luxury” real estate investing experience. Veena Jetti Real Estate Background: Partner at Vive Funds a large multifamily syndication Grew up in a real estate family Portfolio consist of $400 million in assets Based in Dallas, TX Say hi to her at: www.vivefunds.com Best Ever Book: Blink
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Jun 30, 2021 • 26min
JF2493: From 800k in Debt to Full Financial Freedom | Actively Passive Investing Show 48
In a recent article, an anonymous writer tells us how he achieved financial independence through passive investing. Today we’re talking about the FIRE movement and what it truly means to be financially free. Theo Hicks & Travis Watts go in depth on the 4 levels of FIRE, as well as 4 steps to get started and succeed with the FIRE movement. Click here to know more about our sponsors RealEstateAccounting.co & ThinkMultifamily.com/coaching Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 29, 2021 • 24min
JF2492: The Secret to Finding Private Investors with Chris Cammack
Today we’re talking to Chris Cammack, a new investor who has already built a portfolio of 47 rentals under 2 years. Chris gives us a unique perspective on the benefits of working a corporate job, and how you can use the systems and process towards your real estate career. We learn about how he acquired so many properties so quickly, and his secrets for finding private investors. Chris Cammack Real Estate Background: Full-time Account Manager 2 years of real estate experience Has completed 75 flips and wholesale deals Current portfolio consist of 47 rentals Based in Fort Wayne, IN Say hi to him at: www.cammackestates.com Best Ever Book: It’s All in Your Head
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Jun 28, 2021 • 25min
JF2491: Restrategizing After a $2M Loss with Lee Kearney
After accidentally making $30k on his first deal, Lee Kearney was immediately hooked and started researching his next investment. However, when 2007 hit, he realized the market wasn’t the problem and he started working on a new strategy. Lee discusses his strategy in-depth and how he came back from a $2M loss, what to look out for in the current market, and his biggest takeaways from working with a hedge fund. Lee Kearney Real Estate Background: CEO of Southeast Property Investments Network (SPIN) & Real Advisors 16 years of real estate investing experience 7,000 single family houses flipped Based in Tampa, FL Say hi to him at: http://www.spincompanies.com/
Best Ever Book: Traction
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