In this episode of "The Commercial Real Estate Playbook," hosts Frank and John, seasoned partners at Gray Line Investments, share their invaluable insights and experiences in the world of commercial real estate investing. They address a series of critical questions, offering a wealth of knowledge and advice for both seasoned professionals and newcomers in the industry. First, Frank and John discuss their key to success in commercial real estate and how they adapt to market changes. They emphasiz...
Nov 03, 2023•34 min
In this riveting episode, we uncover the extraordinary journey of Karl Graham, a trailblazer who transitioned from the energy sector to become a real estate powerhouse. Join us for "Karl Graham's Unconventional Path From Energy to Real Estate" as we explore Karl's dynamic background – from an engineering degree at the Colorado School of Mines to an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. With a 10-year track record in investment strategies, Karl's data-driven decision-making...
Aug 15, 2023•47 min
In this electrifying episode of The Commercial Real Estate Playbook , we're joined by the dynamic and strategic mastermind, Colin Ridlon. With a background as an Army veteran and an MBA from Haas, Colin brings a unique blend of military precision and business acumen to the world of real estate investing. Colin takes us on a rollercoaster ride through his journey from service to entrepreneurship, where he seamlessly transitioned from teaching Arabic to servicemembers to captivating senior militar...
Aug 09, 2023•54 min
Join us for an exciting episode of "The Commercial Real Estate Playbook" as we sit down with Cory Sylvester, the mastermind behind a 7-figure self-storage data company and the builder of a remarkable $500 million in storage ventures. In this episode, Cory shares his groundbreaking strategy, the Radius Plus Formula, which has revolutionized the commercial real estate industry. Discover how Cory leverages data to identify the areas with the greatest supply-demand mismatch, giving him a competitive...
Jul 19, 2023•52 min
In this episode of "The Commercial Real Estate Playbook," we explore the remarkable evolution of Taylor Wallace, whose career spans across tech, doggy day care, and now commercial real estate. Taylor shares his professional background, origin story, and the superpowers that have fueled his success. We discover why Taylor chose Tampa as his base, his favorite local businesses, and the distinct appeal of the city for entrepreneurs. Join us as Taylor Wallace shares his passion for doggy day cares a...
Jun 20, 2023•31 min
In this captivating episode, Dr. Julie Gurner, the Executive Performance Coach dubbed the Wendy Rhoades of 'Billions' by The Wall Street Journal, takes us on a transformative journey. Dr. Gurner shares her remarkable background in psychology, including her experience in the maximum-security prison system, and how it shaped her path to becoming an executive coach. Discover the secrets of the top 1% in their fields, as Dr. Gurner reveals the patterns of behavior, daily decisions, and incremental w...
Jun 07, 2023•1 hr
In this captivating episode of The Commercial Real Estate Playbook, Casey Mericle shares his groundbreaking techniques for negotiating creative deal structures that add immense value to middle market properties. From the power of options strategies to the game-changing benefits of a solo 401(K), Casey dives into the importance of learning from others' mistakes, the snowball effect of a Roth IRA, and why it's crucial to break away from the herd mentality. Discover the secrets to successful deal s...
May 31, 2023•43 min
In this episode, we sit down with Tyron McDaniel, the Owner of Houston Vintage Homes and a leader on a mission to build affordable housing for all. Join us as we discuss Tyron's background and career, his work in inner-city Houston, and his thoughts on making housing more affordable at scale. Plus, we dive into Tyron's innovative approach to renovating and developing homes, his Urban Builder School, and his views on gentrification. Don't miss this insightful conversation with the Urban CEO himse...
May 09, 2023•49 min
In this episode, John Plumstead and Frank Scappaticci, seasoned partners at Gray Line Investments, discuss the emerging trends in commercial real estate that investors should be aware of in 2023. They also delve into the impact of technology on the commercial real estate market, the key factors to consider when evaluating a potential investment, and risk management strategies. John and Frank also share a story about a challenging deal and how their backgrounds as West Point graduates and Army Fo...
May 03, 2023•40 min
In this riveting episode of The Commercial Real Estate Playbook, we sit down with Moses Kagan, the mastermind behind Adaptive Realty and a renowned expert in the LA property market. Moses shares his journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of the industry's most respected figures, and he reveals the secrets to his success in building a real estate empire. Our hosts, the seasoned partners at Gray Line Investments, engage Moses in a fascinating conversation that covers a wide range of topics...
Apr 25, 2023•53 min
On this episode of The Commercial Real Estate Playbook, we sit down with Ryan Auger, owner and operator of Redwood Storage. Ryan shares his plan for building a $100M self-storage portfolio in just 5 years and ultimately exiting to a REIT or pension fund. We dive into the self-storage boom, new technology enabling business automation, cap rate compression with scale, and much more. If you're interested in commercial real estate investing and want to learn from a successful industry player, don't ...
Apr 18, 2023•48 min
In this episode, Frank Scappaticci and John Plumstead, founders of Gray Line Investments, share their inspiring journey from being West Point graduates and Army Football team captains to becoming successful real estate private equity investors. They discuss how their focus on self-storage in the Southeast US and their value investing approach has helped them purchase ten successful deals, with profitability steadily increasing across their portfolio. They also share their plans for expanding int...
Apr 11, 2023•42 min
In this episode of The Commercial Real Estate Playbook, the hosts are joined by Cameron Maloney, a former member of the leadership team at Clutter and an expert in commercial real estate and storage. Cameron shares his insights on the industry, discussing his experiences in corporate development, business development, and new business lines. The hosts and Cameron dive into topics such as M&A transactions, fundraising, and real estate joint ventures. Cameron also discusses his latest venture ...
Apr 04, 2023•49 min
In this episode, we sit down with Mark Allen, an Executive Managing Director with over $1B in real estate acquisitions, renovations, management, and dispositions. Mark's focus on multifamily owner representation stems from his military operations, sales, marketing, and real estate investment experience. In his first year as a broker, Mark brokered $176M in transaction volume, earning him the SVN "Rookie of the Year" award. Since then, he has been recognized as the SVN "Broker of the Year," DFW C...
Mar 28, 2023•47 min
Join us on Commercial Real Estate Playbook as we sit down with Kyle O'Hehir, Co-Founder of Constitution Lending, to discuss his experience investing in non-performing loans. Kyle shares his insights on finding and buying distressed debt, as well as his expertise in high-yield loans and real estate debt investing. We also dive into his predictions for the future of the lending industry and the impact of current market trends. Don't miss this informative conversation with one of the industry's top...
Mar 21, 2023•1 hr 14 min
In this podcast, we dive into the world of self-funded searchers with M&A advisor Sam Rosati. Sam shares all the details of his Search Fund Bootcamp, designed to help aspiring searchers increase their probability of success by providing guidance, resources, and access to funding. With Sam's expert insights and strategies, you'll learn how to find and close small business deals like a pro, while preserving majority ownership. If you're looking to take your small business career to the next le...
Mar 14, 2023•47 min
In this podcast episode, real estate entrepreneur and self-storage owner Nick Huber talks about his approach to building wealth in the real estate game. He shares his philosophy on creating vs. growing wealth, niche opportunities in real estate beyond what most people invest in, and the benefits of legal tax minimization strategies. He also discusses the importance of finding upside from day one in commercial real estate, why 100% occupancy rates aren't always a good thing, and what he looks for...
Mar 06, 2023•48 min
On the latest episode of The Commercial Real Estate Playbook, we sit down with Barrett Linburg, Co-Founder & Partner at Savoy Equity Partners, to discuss his expertise in commercial real estate investment. Barrett shares his extensive experience in deal sourcing, capitalization, and structuring, as well as his passion for exploring esoteric strategies that yield excellent risk-adjusted returns. With a focus on complex transactions, such as opportunity zones and historic tax credits, Barrett ...
Mar 01, 2023•50 min
The Ultimate Short Term Rental Masterclass with Taylor Jones - Learn from the Best!
Feb 23, 2023•41 min
For The Brand - A New Show For 2023!!!
Jan 31, 2023•41 min
2023 Goals
Jan 04, 2023•36 min
6 Questions Going into 2023
Dec 23, 2022•4 min
2022 - The Good, The Bad, and The Unrefined
Dec 13, 2022•37 min
Strategies for Leading Through Uncertainty
Nov 30, 2022•30 min
Gobble Gobble - A Thanksgiving Episode
Nov 22, 2022•22 min
Is Real Estate the Next FTX - Crypto Bro Melt Down
Nov 14, 2022•32 min
Lauren Rothlisberger - Creating Time Freedom with Self Storage
Nov 01, 2022•47 min
Money Is Scarce!!!
Oct 24, 2022•9 min
Cash is King - Our Plan to Paddle Out of the Doldrums!!!
Oct 19, 2022•26 min
"What would the best in the world do," and other questions to spark thought!
Oct 10, 2022•42 min
