The Best Ever CRE Show

Grant Francke, a full-time real estate investor, shares his experience and insights on value-add small to midsize multifamily investing. He discusses his background, portfolio, and day-to-day responsibilities. Grant emphasizes the importance of treating people right and having a clear why in real estate investing. Grant Francke | Real Estate Background Owner of GLF Properties Based in: Adams, NE Say hi to him at: GrantFrancke.com Best Ever Book: The Unlikely Investor by Grant Francke Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Hotel Shift Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donato Callahan, acquisitions manager at CRE Capital, shares his background and journey in real estate investing. He discusses his role as an acquisitions manager and the challenges he faces in finding deals that meet specific criteria. Donato emphasizes the importance of building relationships with brokers and consistently looking at a large number of deals. He also talks about the changes in the real estate market over the years and the strategies his company employs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AJ Klenk, Managing Partner of Catalyst Capital Partners, joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever Show. AJ shares insights into the current multifamily market, including the impact of new construction projects on rent rates. He also talks about Catalyst's focus on the Southeast and the factors they consider when choosing markets for development. AJ Klenk | Real Estate Background Catalyst Capital Partners, Built on Hospitality Based in: Charlotte, North Carolina Say hi to him at: www.catalystcp.com www.builtonhospitality.com www.capstone-companies.com LinkedIn www.buildon.org Best Ever Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Arneson, CEO of Synergy Mastermind and the Reinvestors, discusses his experience in real estate investing and the challenges he has faced in the Canadian market. He shares how his business has evolved over the years, focusing on new construction development and managing existing properties. Steve Arneson | Real Estate Background Synergy Mastermind & The REINVESTORS Based in: Victoria, BC Say hi to him at: Instagram www.synergymastermind.ca Best Ever Book: Seven Habits of Highly Effective People Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig McGrouther, Director of Business Development at Lone Star Capital, shares insights on value-add real estate and capital raising. He discusses the challenges of convincing investors to invest in value-add opportunities and the importance of communication in building trust. Craig McGrouther | Real Estate Background  Lone Star Capital Portfolio 4,000 units in TX Based in: NYC, NY Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Rich Dad Poor Dad Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordan Alleva, a syndicator of multifamily, mobile home parks, and single-tenant net lease deals, discusses his investment strategies and the challenges he faces in the real estate market. He explains the benefits of investing in single-tenant net lease deals, such as stable cash flow and lower management requirements. Jordan Alleva | Real Estate Background Co-Founder of Apex Equities Portfolio 190+ units of multifamily and mobile home parks. Based in: Sacramento, CA Say hi to him at: Apex-Equities.com LinkedIn Facebook Best Ever Book:  When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brandon Cobb, a Nashville-based real estate developer specializing in affordable entry-level housing, dives into the critical housing shortage in the U.S. He discusses his strategies for land acquisition and rezoning, emphasizing the need for strong relationships with local municipalities. Brandon sheds light on the complexities of navigating zoning regulations and securing land for mixed-use developments. He also highlights the importance of community engagement and shares insights on aligning investor incentives to tackle affordable housing challenges.

Kris Morin of Three Peaks Capital focuses on data-driven multifamily syndication in growth markets like Indiana for better cash flow. He advises investors to focus locally, build relationships, and understand challenges in blue states. Kris Morin | Real Estate Background Three Peaks Capital Portfolio - 132 units under management (brand started two years ago): 58 units in Fort Wayne, IN 56 units in Evansville, IN 18 units in Connecticut Based in: Enfield, Connecticut Say hi to him at: LinkedIn www.threepeakscap.com www.podfol.io/profile/kristopher-morin Best Ever Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Katie Decker-Erickson, a commercial and multifamily designer, stresses the importance of hiring a professional color consultant for real estate projects to enhance curb appeal. She highlights the role of color in differentiating properties and the need for cohesive palettes, considering the target market and location Katie Decker-Erickson | Real Estate Background Color Works Design Worked on multifamily properties in over 20 states adding value and new design. Based in: Wenatchee, WA Say hi to her at: www.colorworks.design LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Shropshire, owner of Aloha Green, envisions an agri-village in Hawaii with 200 affordable housing units, farmland, and community spaces. He emphasizes community and government support, and considers modular homes to reduce costs. Steve Shropshire | Real Estate Background Aloha Green Portfolio Industrial -38,000 sq ft Multi family Residential Agricultural lands Based in: Hollywood Florida Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Growth Mindset by Carol S. Dweck Sponsors: Viking Capital Apartments.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices