
The Best Ever CRE Show
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
Latest episodes

May 17, 2023 • 31min
JF3177: The Secret to the Opportunity Zone Tax Structure ft. Barrett Linburg
Barrett Linburg is the founder of Savoy Equity Partners, a real estate private equity firm focused on developing and renovating multifamily properties throughout the Sun Belt states. In this episode, Barrett discusses the benefits of properly using the opportunity zone tax structure and what gave him the confidence to dive into ground-up development. Barrett Linburg | Real Estate Background Founder of Savoy Equity Partners Portfolio: 915 ground-up development units (10 projects) 503 ‘50s/’60s renovation units (16 projects) Based in: Dallas, TX Say hi to him at: Twitter LinkedIn savoyequitypartners.com Best Ever Book: The New Kings of New York by Adam Piore Greatest Lesson: Continue to do a lot of reps. Keep looking at deals and practice underwriting so you can keep a pulse on the market. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: MFINCON BAM CAPITAL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 16, 2023 • 33min
JF3176: How These Investors Are Becoming the Bank ft. Emily Cortright and Adam Roberts
Emily Cortright and Adam Roberts are co-owners of A&E Real Estate Group, which syndicates multifamily real estate. Their portfolio consists of $220 million in AUM with another $60 million that has gone full cycle. In this episode, Emily and Adam discuss their tactical approach to tackling high vacancy rates, why it’s important to know the sponsorship teams on your LP deals, and how they are becoming the bank on their single family investments. Emily Cortright and Adam Roberts | Real Estate Background Co-owners of A&E Real Estate Group, which syndicates multifamily real estate Portfolio: $220MM AUM with another $60MM that has gone full cycle Based in: Fort Worth, Texas Say hi to them at: aemultifamily.com Facebook
Instagram Best Ever Book: The Banker’s Code by George Antone Greatest Lesson: Get to know the sponsorship team of your deals well. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: MFINCON BAM CAPITAL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 15, 2023 • 23min
JF3175: One Powerful Lending Solution Most Investors Overlook ft. Senate Eskridge
Senate Eskridge is a professional multifamily investor and syndicator and real estate investing coach. His portfolio consists of nearly 1,800 doors of value-add multifamily properties across Idaho, Oklahoma, and Texas. In this episode, Senate discusses why he sources his loans from local credit unions, how he’s battling the rise of rehab costs, and which technology tools he’s using to communicate with investors. Senate Eskridge | Real Estate Background Professional multifamily investor and syndicator who has enjoyed helping people learn how to invest in diversified assets. Portfolio: GP of 595 doors LP of 1,200 doors Based in: Twin Falls, ID Say hi to him at: senateeskridge.com Best Ever Book: The Power of One More by Ed Mylett Greatest Lesson: Make sure you have full faith and understanding in everything your lender says they can do. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: MFINCON BAM CAPITAL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 14, 2023 • 16min
JF3174: The #1 Question to Ask Your Property Managers ft. Slocomb Reed
In this episode, Slocomb discusses the most important question you should be covering with your property managers or property management company on a regular basis. He also shares the key data points to touch on in these conversations to establish internal accountability and make sure your property’s strategy is constantly evolving for growth. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: MFINCON BAM CAPITAL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 13, 2023 • 20min
JF3173: 4 Steps to Get Into Apartment Syndication ft. Brent Barcus
Brent Barcus is a Partner at i65Capital Investments, where he partners with highly vetted multifamily operators, focusing on capital raising and sourcing deals. He is also an audio producer and sound designer. In this episode, Brent discusses how he is using multifamily investing to build generational wealth, what skills he had to sharpen to make the leap into commercial real estate, and how he rebranded himself from his original career in the music industry to succeed as a real estate investor. Brent Barcus | Real Estate Background Partner at i65Capital Investments Portfolio: Co-GP of 200 units in GA Based in: Nashville, TN Say hi to him at: i65capitalinvestments.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Multifamily Investors Who Dominate by Beau Beery Greatest Lesson: This industry is all about who you know. Your network and relationships drive everything. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: MFINCON BAM CAPITAL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 12, 2023 • 38min
JF3172: Making Mistakes with Your Own Money ft. Chad Schieler
Chad Schieler is founder and principal of Focused Capital, which acquires value-add real multifamily estate assets in markets with strong fundamentals. In this episode, Chad shares his real estate investing journey, which only just started in 2020, how he moved from investing with his own money to raising capital, and the tools he’s using to network and find deals. Chad Schieler | Real Estate Background Founder and principal of Focused Capital, which acquires value-add real multifamily estate assets in markets with strong fundamentals. Portfolio: 140 units across six properties Based in: Fishers, IN Say hi to him at: investfocused.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan Greatest Lesson: Delegate and outsource by managing and leading people. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: MFINCON BAM CAPITAL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 11, 2023 • 12min
JF3171: Multifamily Syndications and the BRRRR Method | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts
Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. The BRRRR Method is most often discussed in association with single family homes and fixer uppers. In this episode, Travis discusses how the BRRRR Method relates to value-add multifamily syndications and why it’s gaining popularity as interest rates flatten. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: MFINCON BAM CAPITAL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 10, 2023 • 41min
JF3170: How to Become the Bank and Self-Finance Deals ft. Mark Willis
Mark Willis is a certified financial planner with Lake Growth Financial Services, which works with individuals, couples, and business owners who want to grow their wealth in a safe and predictable manner and create tax-free income for life. In this episode, Mark discusses the concept of becoming your own source of financing through a whole life insurance policy which provides guaranteed growth and accessible cash that other investment options cannot. Mark Willis | Real Estate Background Certified financial planner at Lake Growth Financial Services Portfolio: LP in three multifamily syndications Based in: Chicago, IL Say hi to him at: Linktree Click here to learn more about our sponsors: MFINCON BAM CAPITAL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 9, 2023 • 25min
JF3169: Two Strategies to Get Started in Ground-Up Construction ft. Kyle McGee
Kyle McGee is the president of Sunchase Construction. His portfolio includes 22 apartment units, 9,000 square feet of office and warehouse space, 35 infill lots, and 5 development parcels. In this episode, Kyle discusses his company’s focus on subdivision development, strategies for getting into ground up construction, and how to work with inspectors to achieve your real estate goals. Kyle Stevie | Real Estate Background President of Sunchase Construction Portfolio: 22 apartments 9,000 square feet of office and warehouse space 35 infill lots 5 development parcels Based in: Pensacola, FL Say hi to him at: LinkedIn www.sunchaseconstruction.com Best Ever Book: Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Ben Hardy Greatest Lesson: Losing my dad right out of college and learning how to pick myself up and make something out of myself. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: MFINCON BAM CAPITAL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 8, 2023 • 37min
JF3168: Everything You Need to Know About Tokenizing Real Estate ft. Kyle Stevie
Kyle Stevie is the co-founder of Sparen Capital, author of Digital Melting: Making Illiquid Real Estate Assets Liquid Through Tokenization, and senior logistics account executive at Total Quality Logistics, one of the largest freight brokerage firms in the nation. In this episode, Kyle takes a deep dive into the world of tokenization and blockchain technology as it relates to real estate and the benefits this revolution is estimated to have for investors. Kyle Stevie | Real Estate Background Co-founder of Sparen Capital, a concierge-style realty service that buys and sells properties through market-driven data analytics and a deep understanding of client needs. Portfolio: One multi-use property Two commercial properties Total value: $7.6M Based in: Fort Thomas, KY Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Tools of Titans by Tim Ferriss Greatest Lesson: Investing and attending all investor calls in 10XTS. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: MFINCON BAM CAPITAL DEAL MAKER LIVE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices