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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Dec 12, 2025 • 40min
JF 4117: Public-Private Partnerships, Industrial Growth and Urban Revitalization ft. Lindsay Greene
Lindsay Greene, President & CEO of the Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation, shares insights on transforming the historic Navy Yard into a thriving industrial ecosystem. She discusses the evolution from a shipyard to a modern hub housing over 550 businesses. Lindsay highlights the role of public-private partnerships in financing and redevelopment. Plans for new multi-story buildings and innovative mixed-use spaces, including community-focused retail like Wegmans, showcase the Yard's future as a vibrant community and economic center.
Dec 11, 2025 • 55min
JF 4116: Multifamily Meltdown Risks, Operator Red Flags, and Today’s Opportunities ft. Rod Khleif
In this discussion, Rod Khleif, a seasoned multifamily investor with over 40 years of experience, dives into the complexities of today’s multifamily market. He emphasizes the need for conservative underwriting, realistic rent growth assumptions, and thorough operator due diligence. Rod reveals common mistakes operators make, shares insights on where to find opportunities amidst current market distress, and outlines critical questions for investors. Plus, he offers valuable advice on navigating the next investment cycle wisely.
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Dec 10, 2025 • 46min
JF 4115: Finding Messy Ownership, Negotiating with Heirs and De-Risking Huge Spreads ft. Logan Fullmer
Logan Fullmer, a commercial real estate investor from San Antonio, shares his incredible journey from losing a seven-figure inheritance to building a successful firm focused on distressed properties and title issues. He discusses his method for finding 'unsellable' properties and how he navigates complex legal challenges. Logan emphasizes the importance of negotiation over litigation and explains how he shortens deal cycles while identifying messy heirship as a lucrative opportunity. Tune in for insights on scaling a real estate business and educating aspiring investors!
Dec 9, 2025 • 45min
JF 4114: The Four L’s, Big Lessons and Bigger Goals for 2026 with Richard McGirr
Richard McGirr, founder of Unlimited Capital and expert in capital-raising, shares insights from 2025 using his 'four L's' approach: what he loved, learned, lacked, and longed for. He discusses the power of focusing on a single, high-performing debt fund that raised over $24 million, revealing his strategies for operational mastery and record-breaking fundraising. Richard also emphasizes the importance of integrity in contracts and outlines his ambitious goals for 2026, including developing powerful co-GP partnerships and expanding capital efforts.
Dec 8, 2025 • 1h
JF 4113: When to Sell, What to Buy, and How to Think Like a Pro Investor ft. Bruce Stein
Bruce Stein, a real estate consultant and former fund manager, shares his journey from aspiring architect to industry expert. He offers crucial advice for new investors, emphasizing the importance of staying localized and focusing on one property type. Bruce illustrates how to identify and sell the most troublesome assets in a portfolio, and discusses strategic uses for 1031 exchanges. He highlights the significance of clear communication with investors, maintaining transparency, and aligning investment strategies with personal goals rather than just cap rates.
Dec 7, 2025 • 39min
JF 4112: Healthcare Jobs, Medical Office Tailwinds, and Institutional Capital Flows with John Chang
Healthcare hiring is driving job growth, cushioning the economy amid setbacks in other sectors. As the aging population boosts demand for medical services, medical offices thrive with stable vacancies and long leases. The multifamily market shows mixed signals, with oversupply in the Sunbelt but strong demand elsewhere. Institutional capital is flowing back into commercial real estate, fueled by positive returns and increased competition expected by 2026. Overall, policy clarity is crucial for sustaining this momentum in the market.
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Dec 6, 2025 • 46min
JF 4111: Vertical Integration, Ferrari-Level Hiring and Passive Investor Alignment ft. Dani Lynn Robison
Dani Lynn Robison, the dynamic co-founder and CEO of Freedom Family Investments, shares her journey from Ohio's turnkey rentals to establishing a robust real estate empire. She reveals the challenges that led her to vertically integrate all aspects of her business, from renovations to capital raising. Dani discusses her strategy for hiring 'Ferrari-level' leaders and ensuring investor satisfaction, even in tough times. Plus, she explores emerging opportunities in the Sun Belt regions—perfect advice for aspiring investors!
Dec 5, 2025 • 1h 15min
JF 4110: Lone Wolf Operations, 10x Thinking and Zombie Deals ft. Andrew Cushman
In this engaging discussion, Andrew Cushman, founder of Vantage Point Acquisitions, shares insights from his multifamily investment journey. He explains why he built an in-house operations team instead of typical partnerships, emphasizing the importance of operational control. Andrew discusses the pitfalls of ego-driven 10x scaling and the risk management lessons learned from extreme skiing. He also highlights alternative investment opportunities like laundromats, exploring modernization strategies and the current lending environment's impact on deal flows.
Dec 4, 2025 • 1h 1min
JF 4109: Industrial Tailwinds, Multifamily Cycles, and The Future of LP Investing ft. Soren Godbersen
Soren Godbersen, a real estate executive with nearly a decade of experience at EquityMultiple and now VP at Lightstone Direct, discusses the evolution of real estate crowdfunding. He shares insights on the importance of understanding platform incentives for LPs and highlights the differences between aggregator platforms and vertically integrated operators. Soren also delves into due diligence practices and red flags to watch for, emphasizing the significance of asset class selection. Tune in for a deep dive into tailoring investment strategies for today's market!
Dec 3, 2025 • 56min
JF 4108: Discipline Over Debt, Investor Transparency and Industrial Upside ft. Scott Lurie
Scott Lurie, founder of F Street Group and The Hard Money Co., shares his journey from house flipping to managing over $700M in assets. He reveals how he navigated the 2008 crash by focusing on discipline and conservative leverage, resulting in savvy purchases like a 410-unit acquisition for just $9K per door. Scott dives into the importance of transparency in raising capital, building investor trust, and his strategic shift toward value-add industrial and multifamily developments. He also emphasizes the need for new investors to pick a niche and commit to long-term goals.
