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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Oct 22, 2024 • 33min
JF3701: Closing 12 Properties for $16M — Mailer Success, Double Closing, and Building a Track Record ft. Tory Sheffer
Joe Cornwell interviews Tory Sheffer, a real estate syndicator with a successful track record in multifamily investments. Tory shares his journey from starting a playground construction company to becoming a real estate agent and eventually closing significant deals in the multifamily sector. He discusses his first major acquisition of 232 units, the challenges he faced in property management, and the lessons learned from various deals. Tory emphasizes the importance of confidence, taking action, and understanding the market dynamics to succeed in real estate investing. Tory Sheffer | Real Estate Background Sheffer Capital Portfolio: 250+ units, 12 properties Based in: Brighton, MI Say hi to him at: X.com LinkedIn Newsletter Sponsors: Altra Running Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 21, 2024 • 27min
JF3700: 78 Pads for $400K — Infilling Mobile Home Parks, Contractor Specials, and Scaling a Portfolio ft. Leo Young
Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Leo Young, co-founder of Cornell Communities, who shares his journey into the mobile home park investment space. Leo discusses his background in real estate, the strategies he employs to source and manage mobile home parks, and the unique challenges he faces in this niche market. He also delves into his investment strategies, including infill projects and raising capital, while providing insights into the New Jersey market and his future plans for scaling his business. Leo Young | Real Estate Background Principal & Co-Founder of Portfolio: 160+ units Based in: New York, NY Say hi to him at: LinkedIn www.cornell-communities.com Sponsors: Altra Running Sponsors: Altra Running Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 20, 2024 • 30min
JF3699: Cutting Insurance Costs and Competing with New Developments — Strategies for 4,000 Multifamily Units ft. Todd Watkins
On this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Slocomb Reed interviews Todd Watkins, COO of Railfield, discussing his journey from law to real estate, the challenges of navigating insurance in commercial real estate, and the current labor market's impact on hiring. Todd shares insights on asset management, innovative tenant retention strategies, and the cyclical nature of the real estate market, emphasizing the importance of adapting to changing conditions. Todd Watkins | Real Estate Background Partner, COO at Railfield Portfolio: ~4,000 units Based in: Bethesda, MD Say hi to him at: www.railfieldrealty.com Sponsors: Altra Running Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 19, 2024 • 27min
JF3698: Rescuing Overleveraged Multifamily & Office Deals — Rate Caps, Capital Calls, and Recapitalization Strategies ft. Jake Clopton
On this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel welcome Jake Clopton, president of Clopton Capital, to discuss the current state of commercial real estate lending. Jake shares insights on the challenges faced by lenders and borrowers in a high-interest-rate environment, the complexities of restructuring troubled deals, and the dynamics of capital calls. He also provides an overview of the banking landscape, highlighting potential failures and the differences in asset classes like multifamily and office space. Jake Clopton | Real Estate Background Clotpon Capital Portfolio: Commercial Mortgage Broker and Financial Intermediary Based in: Chicago, Illinois Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Sponsors: Altra Running Sponsors: Altra Running Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 18, 2024 • 36min
JF3697: Why This Prolific Investor Is Sitting on the Sidelines … for Now ft. Jeremy Roll
In this episode of Next Level CRE on the Best Ever CRE Show, Jeremy Roll, a seasoned multi-cycle real estate and alternative asset investor and president of the Roll Investment Group, joins host Matt Faircloth. Jeremy breaks down how to invest as a defensive investor in 2024 and beyond based on his experience before and during the 2008 recession and the COVID-19 pandemic. He discusses where to invest during a recession (which is likely coming, he says — he explains why), the key indicator he’s following to determine whether or not we’re headed for a recession, and why he’s currently sitting on the sidelines to see how things play out economically. He also discusses the philosophy behind doing nothing, what he’s looking for to determine when it’s time for him to jump back in, and why — as a cash flow investor — he avoids negative leverage at absolutely all costs. Jeremy Roll | Real Estate Background Roll Investment Group Based in: Los Angeles, California Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Sponsors: Altra Running Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 17, 2024 • 22min
JF3696: Flipping a $200K Office into $380K & Tapping Into Cleveland’s Booming Commercial Market ft. Chris Matan
Ash Patel interviews Chris Matan, a seasoned real estate broker and investor with 30 years of experience. Chris shares his journey into real estate, discussing his diverse investments across various asset classes, including multifamily, office, and retail. He emphasizes the importance of patience in the industry, the value of multifamily properties, and the current trends in commercial real estate. Chris also addresses the challenges of scaling his business and the lessons learned throughout his career, while expressing a desire to return to investing and building his portfolio. Chris Matan | Real Estate Background EXP Realty/Marich Machine Based in: Cleveland, OH Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Youtube Sponsors: Altra Running Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 16, 2024 • 17min
JF3695: Navigating Distressed Deals, Class A & B Multifamily, and Conservative Investing in 2024 ft. Rajkumar Venkatramani
In this episode, Rajkumar Venkatramani shares his journey from being a physician to becoming a multifamily real estate investor. He discusses the current challenges in the market, including investor skepticism and rising expenses, and how his investment strategy has evolved over the years. Raj highlights the importance of patience in partnerships and the critical role of pricing in real estate investments, especially when analyzing distressed properties. Rajkumar Venkatramani | Real Estate Background REIDOC Capital Portfolio: 2000+ Multifamily Units Based in: Houston, TX Say hi to him at: LinkedIn www.reidoccapital.com Sponsors: Altra Running Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 15, 2024 • 21min
JF3694: Transitioning from Active to Passive Investing — RV Parks, Senior Living, and Diversification Strategies ft. Bill Manassero
In this episode of the Best Ever CRE Show, Joe Cornwell interviews Bill Manassero, CEO of Promise Land Holdings LLC, who shares his journey from active to passive real estate investing. Bill discusses the unique advantages of starting real estate investing later in life, the challenges he faced as a passive investor, and the importance of diversifying investments. He also provides valuable advice for aspiring passive investors, emphasizing the need for thorough due diligence and caution in today's market. Bill highlights the current trends in real estate, including the demand for RV parks and senior living facilities, and encourages listeners to stay informed and patient in their investment decisions. Bill Manassero | Real Estate Background CEO, Promised Land Holdings LLC Based in: Riceville, TN Say hi to him at: www.olddawgsreinetwork.com X.com Sponsors: Altra Running Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 14, 2024 • 32min
JF3693: Negotiating Loan Docs and Protecting Yourself from Frivolous Lawsuits by ‘Creating Barriers’ ft. Bishoy M. Habib, Esq.
Bishoy M. Habib Esq., attorney and broker at Levacy Legal, joins host Ash Patel on the Best Ever CRE Show. In this episode, Bishoy discusses the benefits of being an active investor, broker, and real estate attorney simultaneously. He also discusses the value of land trusts, the concept of segregating risk, and why you never want to be accused of “piercing the corporate veil.” Finally, he explains why everything in life — even loan docs — is negotiable. Bishoy M. Habib, Esq. | Real Estate Background Levacy Legal Based in: Tampa, FL Say hi to him at: IG: @attorneybishoy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bishoyhabib/
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Oct 13, 2024 • 25min
JF3692: Saving $20,000 Through Self-Auditing and the No. 1 Factor in Tenant Retention ft. Moshe Crane
Moshe Crane, VP of branding and strategic initiatives at Sage Ventures, joins host Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever CRE Show. In this episode, Moshe discusses the self-auditing process that resulted in him saving his company $20,000. He also shares the thesis behind the apprentice program he’s currently building and why maintenance is the No. 1 factor in tenant retention. Moshe Crane | Real Estate Background VP Branding and Strategic Initiatives Sage Ventures Portfolio: 10 Properties, 4k units. Based in: Baltimore, MD Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Sponsors: Altra Running Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
