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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Jul 27, 2023 • 11min
JF3248: Should You Invest in Private Equity? | 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. When you’re trying to grow your net worth and forge a path to success, many people say to mimic the wealthy and successful. Well, most high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals have a large portion of their portfolios in private equity. There are a variety of benefits to private equity such as diversification and tax advantages, but is it the right path for you? In this episode, Travis discusses how to make this decision. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Techvestor Innago BAM Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 26, 2023 • 29min
JF3247: Ruben Greth — Capitalizing on the Build-to-Rent Trend, Navigating Objections from LPs, and Exploring the Benefits of Ground-Up Development
Ruben Greth is the managing partner and full-time syndicator at Legacy Acquisitions, which raises capital for commercial real estate syndications. In this episode, Ruben shares his advice for developing an infrastructure around capital raising, how he deals with common objections from LPs, and the many benefits of ground-up development as it relates to build-to-rent projects. Ruben Greth | Real Estate Background Managing partner and full-time syndicator at Legacy Acquisitions Portfolio: 475 doors Three build-to-rent subdivisions in different phases of development Based in: Phoenix, AZ Say hi to him at: capitalraisershow.com legacyacquistions.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: How to Own Your Own Mind by Napoleon Hill Greatest Lesson: Anytime you have the opportunity to keep real estate, do so. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Techvestor Innago BAM Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 25, 2023 • 36min
JF3246: Shane Thomas — How to Balance Diversification With Focus, Communicating With Investors During a Quiet Deal Period, and How to Scale Faster by Hiring Smarter
Shane Thomas is the co-founder and managing partner at Catalyst Equity Partners, which specializes in multifamily real estate investing and repositioning well-located assets. In this episode, Shane shares communication tactics to keep investors primed for potential opportunities when deal flow is down, how he is diversifying with other asset classes while remaining focused on multifamily, and what he would have done differently to scale faster. Shane Thomas | Real Estate Background Co-founder and managing partner at Catalyst Equity Partners Portfolio: 1,900+ units $300M in assets under management Based in: Houston, TX Say hi to him at: catequity.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: King of Capital by David Carey Greatest Lesson: Under-capitalizing our first heavy value-add deal. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Techvestor Innago BAM Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 24, 2023 • 29min
JF3245: Sief Khafagi - How to Win $200,000 at the Best Ever Conference, Using Data to Thrive in the Short-Term Rental Industry, and How to Identify a Desirable STR Market
Sief Khafagi is the founder of Techvestor, which provides investors with a strategic way to invest in short-term rental investment properties. In this episode, Sief discusses the short-term rental landscape as it stands today and how Techvestor is overcoming some of the common pitfalls many operators are encountering to thrive and build a strong portfolio. He also shares Techvestor’s business plan and how they identify ideal markets for their short-term rental properties. Sief Khafagi | Real Estate Background Founder of Techvestor Portfolio: 120+ short-term rentals Based in: Los Angeles, CA Say hi to him at: techvestor.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Purple Cow by Seth Godin Greatest Lesson: Go after the things that scare you, and find folks that are willing to take the ride with you. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Techvestor Innago BAM Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 23, 2023 • 37min
JF3244: Brooke Ceballos-Pinero — 3 Pieces of Advice for Women Coming Up in Real Estate, Why Real Estate Is a Pay-to-Play Game, and Why Mentorships Are the Greatest Shortcut to Success
Brooke Ceballos-Pinero is the CEO and co-founder of Empower Capital, which empowers people financially where they live, work, and play via passive investment opportunities through multifamily real estate acquisitions focusing on women and marginalized communities. In this episode, Brooke speaks the truth about why there aren’t more women in commercial real estate and how we can change that. She also discusses the power of mentorships and why showing up in person for yourself at events and masterminds can make all the difference in your career. Brooke Ceballos-Pinero | Real Estate Background CEO and co-founder of Empower Capital Portfolio: LP of 676 units GP of 581 units and one NNN lease Based in: Rocklin, CA Say hi to her at: Instagram LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Tools of Titans by Tim Ferriss Greatest Lesson: No deal is better than a bad deal. Investors are your lifeline and your reputation is everything. Don't risk it. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Techvestor Innago BAM Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 22, 2023 • 24min
JF3243: Jim Fredo — Applying the BRRRR Method to Multifamily, How to Know When It’s Time to Cash Out and Refinance, and How to Source Adequate Contracting Work
Jim Fredo is the key principal and founder of Spring Capital Partners, which employs the BRRRR method to add value and refinance funds quickly, holding long-term for cash flow. In this episode, Jim shares his business plan and timeline for cash-out refinancing on multifamily deals, what he learned from a recent 28-unit purchase, and how he’s overcome the biggest struggle of finding adequate contractors to cover the renovations. Jim Fredo | Real Estate Background Key principal and founder of Spring Capital Partners Portfolio: 97 doors Single-family rentals and multifamily Based in: Pittsburgh, PA Say hi to him at: springcapital.partners Facebook LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins Greatest Lesson: Be creative, but don’t force a deal. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Techvestor Innago BAM Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 21, 2023 • 30min
JF3242: Christine Hsu - The Best Tactic to Vet Syndicators, the Importance of Having Friends in the Multifamily Investing Industry, and Tips on Attracting Investors Outside of Your Network
Christine Hsu is the co-founder and COO of Noblivest, which is a syndication and fund that invests in commercial real estate, offering passive income opportunities to accredited investors who are interested in minimizing risk and maximizing cash flow. In this episode, Christine discusses the importance of due diligence when it comes to vetting deals, investors, and syndicators. She also shares her tips for attracting investors outside of your circle and why it’s important to always remember your “why”. Christine Hsu | Real Estate Background Co-founder and COO of Noblivest Portfolio: Five rental properties in Philadelphia and NY GP/fund manager of 1,400+ units in AL, AZ, FL, and TX Based in: Westchester, NY Say hi to her at: noblivest.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Getting to Neutral by Trevor Moawad Greatest Lesson: Figure out your why, and ground yourself in it. When things aren’t going right, it’s easy to lose motivation, but remember why you're in this can get you through it. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Techvestor Innago BAM Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 20, 2023 • 12min
JF3241: Become Twice as Rich by Desiring Half as Much: How to Do More With Less | 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. In this episode, Travis discusses the dilemma many Americans face by not investing enough, and instead being sucked into the power of consumer culture. He shares his experience with living below his means in order to achieve his goal of earning enough passive income to retire early, and encourages people to do the same. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Techvestor Innago BAM Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 19, 2023 • 39min
JF3240: Corey Peterson — 3 Hacks to Cultivate Broker Relationships, Advice for Newbies Raising Capital, and Why Operational Excellence Is Vital in Today’s Economy
Corey Peterson is the CEO of Kahuna Investments, which is focused on income-producing multifamily opportunities in stable and emerging U.S. markets. They target high-yield passive cash flow and long-term capital appreciation through strategic acquisition and superior asset management. In this episode, Corey talks about how to create productive relationships with brokers, why he chose to vertically integrate his property management company, and how he would advise a new investor to approach raising capital for the first time. Corey Peterson | Real Estate Background CEO at Kahuna Investments Portfolio: 10 multifamily/student units 3,200+ beds valued at over $250M Based in: Phoenix, AZ Say hi to him at: kahunainvestments.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: A CEO Only Does Three Things by Trey Taylor Greatest Lesson: Free advice is always expensive. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Techvestor Innago BAM Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 18, 2023 • 34min
JF3239: Arn Cenedella — The Value of Market Cycle Experience, How to Transition Your Investing Strategy as You Age, and Why Investing Requires Realistic Expectations
Arn Cenedella is the founder of Spark Investment Group, which helps people leverage passive real estate investments to grow their wealth, simplify their portfolios, and create the lives they’ve always wanted to live. In this episode, Arn reflects on his 40+ years of real estate investing experience to share what he’s learned from going through several market cycles. He also discusses what to focus on as a young investor and how that should change as you age. Arn Cenedella | Real Estate Background Founder of Spark Investment Group Portfolio: GP on 1100 units totaling $140 million in AUM Based in: Greenville, SC Say hi to him at: investwithspark.com LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Golf in the Kingdom by Michael Murphy Greatest Lesson: Invest in real estate over a 10- to 15-year period, and you will be much farther ahead than you are today. Click here to learn more about our sponsors: Techvestor Innago BAM Capital Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
