The Best Ever CRE Show

Michael Hendzel, a real estate investor, shares his experiences and insights in commercial real estate investing. He discusses the challenges he faces with his properties, such as dealing with tenant issues and property maintenance. Michael explains the difference between gross leases and triple net leases and why he prefers triple net leases. He also talks about his investment strategy, which involves buying properties in his local community and aggressively paying down debt. Michael emphasizes the importance of being a subject matter expert and having an intimate knowledge of the market when investing in commercial real estate. Michael Hensel | Real Estate Background The MavBrands Portfolio: ~75,000 SF Plazas and Office Based in: Belleair Bluffs, Florida Say hi to them at: Youtube www.themavbrands.com Sponsors: Altra Running Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nicole Fiore, the founder of Coast to Coast Homes Canada Incorporated, shares her experience in scaling her real estate portfolio from four to 150 residential and commercial multifamily units. She discusses the importance of slowing down and focusing on acquiring processes and systems rather than just acquiring properties. Nicole emphasizes the value of creating systems, hiring the right team members, and delegating tasks to ensure smooth operations and investor satisfaction. She also highlights the significance of providing the best investor experience and the challenges of scaling too quickly. Nicole's advice is to start taking action and consistently move forward in pursuit of your goals. Nicole Fiore | Real Estate Background Coast to Coast Homes Canada Inc. Portfolio: 150+ Doors Based in: Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada Say hi to them at: Instagram www.coasttocoasthomes.ca Sponsors: Altra Running Apartments.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Gleiberman, President of MG Properties, shares his experience of managing a portfolio of over 32,000 multifamily units. The company was founded by his father in 1992 and has since expanded to six major Western states. They focus on slow and steady growth, buying existing apartment buildings, and holding properties for 7 to 10 years. Their investment approach involves low leverage, long-term fixed-rate financing, and a syndication model. They prioritize low-risk investments and have a track record of no losses in over 200 deals. Jeff Gleiberman | Real Estate Background MG Properties Portfolio: 28,000+ Multifamily Units Based in: San Diego, CA Say hi to them at: www.mgproperties.com   Sponsors: Altra Running Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Faircloth introduces himself as the host of a new segment, "Next Level CRE," on the Best Ever CRE Show, where he focuses on delivering actionable advice to real estate investors. He emphasizes learning from mistakes and being open to growth. Joined by Herve Francois, a former Wall Street professional turned real estate investor, they discuss key challenges like managing portfolios, finding suitable deals, and navigating financing. They stress the importance of focusing on a single real estate market, understanding it deeply, and leveraging creativity and marketing to overcome obstacles. Sponsors: Altra Running Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keshav Kolur, principal and founder of Clive Capital, shares his background and current focus on real estate investing. He discusses the importance of finding the right sponsors and evaluating deals. Keshav also talks about the challenges of raising capital and the objections he faces from potential investors. He explains the concept of build-to-rent single-family homes and the markets he is targeting for this business plan. Keshav shares the return projections and timeline for a 500-house build-to-rent deal. He also discusses the mistakes he has made and the lessons he has learned in his real estate journey. Keshav Kolur | Real Estate Background Principal and Founder at Clive Capital Portfolio: 1,066 Multifamily Units Based in: New York City, NY Say hi to them at: www.clivecap.com LinkedIn Youtube Sponsors: Altra Running Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Reece, CEO of MJ Reed, discusses the opportunities and risks of investing in cannabis real estate. He explains that by financing properties with cannabis tenants, investors can gain exposure to the industry without taking on the additional risk associated with cannabis operations. Reece also addresses the myth of the government seizing cannabis properties, explaining that the Department of Justice is defunded from pursuing legal activities in states with medical legal programs. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the unique regulations in each state and conducting thorough due diligence on borrowers and operators. Chris Reece | Real Estate Background MJ REIT Portfolio: 26 properties (industrial & retail) across five states Based in: Philadelphia, PA Say hi to him at: LinkedIn MJ Reit LinkedIn www.mj-reit.com Sponsors: Altra Running Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ray Hightower, a managing partner of ROI Clear, shares his real estate investing journey and insights. He discusses his transition from running a tech company to investing in real estate syndications. Ray emphasizes the importance of building equity and creating lasting value through real estate investments. He also highlights the significance of building relationships with brokers, partners, and other professionals in the industry. Ray shares lessons learned from deals that didn't go as planned, including the importance of evaluating financing options and selecting the right property management team. He advises listeners to protect their downside and build relationships with key stakeholders in the real estate business. Ray Hightower | Real Estate Background ROIClear Portfolio: GP in 268 units of multifamily properties Based in: Phoenix, AZ Say hi to him at: www.ROIClear.com www.RayHightower.com Sponsors: Altra Running Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Chadderdon, founder and managing partner of Gibby's Capital Investments, discusses the changes in the multifamily real estate market in Texas over the past few years. He talks about the challenges of rising property insurance costs and the impact of new multifamily developments hitting the market at the same time. Eric shares how his investment criteria have changed, focusing on B+ and A- assets in newer markets. He also emphasizes the importance of building relationships with brokers in multiple markets and being open to new opportunities. Eric Chadderdon | Real Estate Background Gibby’s Capital Investments Based in: Houston, TX Say hi to him at: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Sponsors: Altra Running Apartments.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Judd Dunning, President of DWG Capital Partners, brings a wealth of experience in industrial real estate. He delves into the effectiveness of single-tenant sale-leasebacks, highlighting their benefits in today's market. Judd emphasizes strategic deal-making and the importance of proper underwriting and tenant analysis. He shares insights on navigating risks, mentioning how his company mitigates them through management and diligence. Plus, he covers the appeal of multifamily investments and the critical need for active sponsors in securing resilient future opportunities.

Randy Langenderfer, President of Invest Arc Properties, shares his experience in real estate investing and discusses his current focus on single-family development. He talks about the advantages of starting with single-family homes, such as building contractor relationships and getting in good graces with the city for future multifamily projects. Randy also discusses the challenges of dealing with variable rate debt and the potential impact of rising interest rates on the market. He provides advice for both passive investors and those looking to enter the multifamily syndication space. Randy Langenderfer | Real Estate Background InvestArk Properties Based in: Houston, TX Say hi to him at: www.invest-ark.com www.multifamilymaestros.com Sponsors: Passive Investing Mastery Apartments.com Bam Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices