Welcome to the world's longest-running, DAILY commercial real estate investing podcast hosted by Joe Fairless. Joe went from buying $35,000 single-family homes to controlling over $1,900,000,000 worth of large apartment communities in under a decade. Commercial real estate is a compelling investment option, but knowing where to look and who to listen to can be overwhelming — especially when your money and legacy are on the line. The Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever Show provides commer ...
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JF3665: Navigating 400 Evaluations for 2 Deals, $1M Renovation Plans, and Leveraging Third-Party Management ft. Paul Montelongo
27:57
Paul Montelongo, founder of Montalongo Capital, discusses his focus on acquiring value-add multifamily properties in Texas, Kansas, and Alabama. He shares that their business plan involves putting about a million dollars worth of improvements into each property and holding them for five to six years. Paul emphasizes the importance of staying nimble…
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JF3664: Rebuilding a $100M Portfolio, Lessons from Federal Prison, and Navigating Today's Multifamily Market ft. Mike Morawski
22:03
Mike Morawski, a commercial multifamily operator, shares his experience in the real estate industry and offers insights into the current market climate. He discusses the factors that contributed to his success in scaling his business from zero to $100 million in five years, as well as the mistakes he made during the Great Recession. Morawski believ…
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JF3663: Scaling with Joint Ventures, Maximizing Returns through Property Conversions, and Building a Global Portfolio ft. Charlie Panayi
32:22
Charlie Panayi, CEO of Red Squirrel Property Shop, shares his journey into real estate investing and the different types of properties he has invested in. He started at a young age, buying his first property at 18 and focusing on buy-to-let investments. As he gained more experience, he diversified into larger developments, conversions, and commerci…
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JF3662: Overcoming Rent Control Challenges, Managing 95% Vacancy in Value-Add Deals, and Expanding into High-Growth Markets ft. Zihao Wang
21:04
Zihao Wang, CEO at Motiva Holdings, discusses their value-add multifamily investment strategy and portfolio growth. They focus on both Southern California and other markets such as the Texas Triangle and the Midwest. In Southern California, they target two types of value-add plays: properties with mom and pop owners who haven't raised rents due to …
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JF3661: Building a Real Estate Empire Without Banks Through Creative Financing ft. Pace Morby
59:41
In this episode of Next Level CRE on the Best Ever Show, creative finance legend Pace Morby joins host Matt Faircloth to explain how investors can use subject to, seller financing, and other creative strategies to acquire properties at low interest rates and without using a bank. Pace discusses his start in real estate, including how a Ponzi scheme…
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JF3660: Transitioning from DIY Flips to Syndications, Raising Capital, and Managing Distressed Properties ft. Jordan Smith
26:44
Jordan Smith, President of 360 Properties Corp, shares his journey in real estate investing, from single-family homes to large apartment communities. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships and providing value to others in order to raise capital for deals. Jordan discusses the challenges of rising costs and finding reliable contracto…
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JF3659: Overcoming Capital Constraints, Seller Challenges, and Boosting NOI Through Creative Operations ft. Andrew Reichart
22:56
Andrew Reichert, founder and CEO of Burgo Capital, shares his experience in real estate investing and syndicated funds. He discusses the challenges of finding compelling deals in the current market and the importance of aligning interests with investors. Andrew emphasizes the need for creativity in both acquisitions and operations to maximize retur…
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JF3658: Converting Hotels to Apartments, Navigating Permits, and Maximizing Affordable Housing ft. Ryan Sudeck
36:02
Ryan Sudeck, CEO of Sage Investment Group, discusses their strategy of converting hotels into apartment buildings to address the affordable housing crisis. They look for hotels with existing infrastructure and amenities that can be repurposed for residents. They focus on growth markets with wage and employment growth and near transit corridors and …
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JF3657: Maximizing NOI with Triple Net Leases, Creative Financing, and Scaling a 75,000 Sq Ft Commercial Portfolio ft. Michael Hendzel
31:25
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 a…
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JF3656: Scaling to 150 Units in a Year, Joint Venture Structures, and Mastering Systems & Processes ft. Nicole Fiore
25:08
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 val…
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JF3655: Managing 32,000 Units, Navigating Interest Rate Hikes, and Finding the Best Deals in 2024 ft. Jeff Gleiberman
32:48
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 inve…
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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 k…
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JF3653: Tech Engineer Turned Investor: Scaling to 1000+ Units, Tackling Build-to-Rent in Hidden Markets, and Helping 10,000 Families Achieve Financial Freedom ft. Keshav Kolur
25:04
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-re…
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JF3652: The Truth About Cannabis Tenants: Underwriting, Securing Financing, and the Biggest Myths ft. Chris Reece
34:09
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 cannab…
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JF3651: From Tech Mogul to Arizona Real Estate Leader, Securing $268M in Multifamily, and The Power of Strategic Partnerships ft. Ray Hightower
33:58
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 b…
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JF3650: Pivoting from C-Class to B-Class Multifamily, Overcoming Texas Insurance Hikes, and Scaling to 2000 Units ft. Eric Chadderdon
24:51
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 investmen…
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Judd Dunning, President of DWG Capital Partners, discusses his experience in the real estate industry, particularly in industrial single-tenant sale-leasebacks and value-add properties. He shares insights on the current state of the industrial real estate market and the opportunities it presents. He discusses the risks involved and how his company …
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JF3648: Leveraging Free Land for Inner-City Development, Surviving Variable Rate Debt, and Preparing for Multifamily Syndication ft. Randy Langenderfer
25:30
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. R…
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JF3647: Navigating Smaller Deals, Aligning Interests with Local Partners, and Strategic Property Management in Multifamily ft. John Casmon
30:55
John Casmon, founder of Casmon Capital Group, shares insights on investing in smaller multifamily deals. He emphasizes the importance of having local partners with boots on the ground and a proven track record. By partnering with experienced property managers and other team members, investors can leverage their expertise and navigate the challenges…
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JF3646: From Building Homes to Building Wealth, Strategic Seller Financing, and Mastering the South Carolina Market ft. Jennings Smith
38:38
Jennings Smith shares his journey from being a contractor to becoming a successful real estate investor. He started in single-family homes and eventually transitioned to multifamily properties. Jennings emphasizes the importance of shifting your mindset and identity to that of a real estate investor. He also discusses the criteria he looks for in m…
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JF3645: Scaling Back for Lifestyle, Realizing Contentment in Vacant Land and Laundromats, and the Hard Lessons of a Bad Deal ft. Sam Wilson
24:15
In this conversation, Sam Wilson discusses his decision to scale back his real estate portfolio for lifestyle reasons. He shares his background and the journey that led him to prioritize fulfillment and personal satisfaction over growth and expansion. Sam talks about finding fulfillment in real estate investing by focusing on assets that have outsi…
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JF3644: The Biggest Opportunity Nobody’s Talking About, the Truth About Pref Equity, and Why CRE Has Officially Bottomed Out ft. Neal Bawa
40:50
Neal Bawa discusses the changes in the syndication industry over the past 18 months and how his business has adapted. He highlights the use of preferential equity as a great opportunity for investors, offering better returns and lower risk compared to traditional equity investments. He also explains the concept of preferential equity and how it can…
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JF3643: Scaling to 1100 Units, Navigating Family Partnerships, and Implementing EOS for Multifamily Success ft. Richard and Brad Simtob
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Richard and Brad Simtob, partners of Simtob Management and Investment, discuss their experience in real estate investing and property management. They share their journey from starting with an 11-unit building to owning over 1,000 multifamily units. They emphasize the importance of implementing the Entrepreneur Operating System (EOS) in their compa…
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JF3642: Growing a $65M Multifamily Portfolio, Reducing Costs with In-House Teams, and Overseeing Property Management for Maximum Returns ft. Aman Singh
26:12
Aman Singh, the managing partner of Victory Multifamily, shares his background in multifamily real estate and his journey from single-family homes to multifamily properties. He discusses the importance of being hands-on and involved in the day-to-day operations of the properties, including overseeing property management and expenses. Aman also talk…
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JF3641: Navigating Atlanta Multifamily Deals, Raising Capital in a Tough Market, and Building a CPA Firm for Investors ft. Jason Malabute
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Jason Malabute, an apartment syndicator and CPA, shares his journey into real estate investing and the challenges he faced in the accounting side of the business. He discusses the importance of finding the right partners and the difficulties in raising capital for syndication deals. Jason also highlights the benefits of investing in the Atlanta mar…
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