On this episode of The Horizon, John discusses the August 1st jobs report, highlighting major downward revisions that reveal a sharp decline in job creation since April. He analyzes related economic indicators like labor force participation, ISM indices, and inflation trends, all pointing to growing recession risks. John also explores the tension the Federal Reserve faces between rising inflation and weakening employment, casting doubt on the likelihood of rate cuts despite market expectations. ...
Aug 10, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 3993
On this episode of Multifamily Mastery, John Casmon interviews Trevor Schade , a systems-driven real estate investor, tech consultant, and automation expert. Trevor shares how his early career in programming, analytics, and Lean Six Sigma efficiency principles led him to build a high-performing real estate business where he sold 27 homes in just his first seven months. He dives into how he uses AI, virtual assistants, and automation to manage multiple companies and streamline operations—eliminat...
Aug 09, 2025•59 min•Season 1Ep. 3992
On this episode of Next Level CRE, Matt Faircloth interviews Jonathan Twombly, a former Wall Street lawyer turned real estate investor and boutique hotel redeveloper. They dive into the value of mastermind groups, highlighting how peer accountability, vulnerability, and structure have supported their decade-long growth in the CRE space. Jonathan shares the story of how he exited a 400-unit multifamily portfolio in South Carolina at the peak of the market, pivoting into underperforming hotel asse...
Aug 08, 2025•58 min•Season 1Ep. 3991
On this episode of the Passive Income Playbook, Pascal Wagner interviews Mauricio Rauld, a premier syndication attorney and founder of Platinum Legal Consulting. Mauricio breaks down the current multifamily debt crisis, explaining how bridge loans, floating interest rates, and lender extensions have left many LPs unknowingly wiped out. He emphasizes the critical importance of understanding debt structures, risk-adjusted returns, and scrutinizing assumptions in underwriting. They also dive into t...
Aug 07, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 3990
On this episode of Beyond Multifamily, Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview each other in a rare co-host-only episode. Amanda shares updates on her summer, recent mobile home park acquisitions, and her experience transitioning to using private debt for deals—highlighting the increasing popularity of 10% fixed returns amid multifamily losses. Ash reflects on his latest commercial real estate exits, including a successful strip center flip and a controversial 60/40 GP-LP structure that drew criti...
Aug 06, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 3989
On this episode of Best Ever CRE, Joe Cornwell interviews Justin Burke, managing partner of VitaCare Living, about building a profitable assisted living business rooted in culture, leadership, and long-term demographic trends. Justin shares how he transitioned from coaching college football to running a 24-property senior care operation by focusing on operational excellence, staff alignment, and resident care. He breaks down the economics of a real assisted living deal, explains the challenges a...
Aug 05, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 3988
On this episode of Unlimited Capital, Richard McGirr interviews Ash Patel, a non-residential commercial real estate investor and fellow Best Ever podcast host. Ash shares how he transitioned from only using his own money to raising capital after realizing his friends were making worse investments elsewhere. He explains the importance of authenticity in marketing, building confidence before taking on investor capital, and the value of standing out in a crowded market. Ash also critiques the commo...
Aug 04, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 3987
On this episode of The Horizon, John discusses second quarter commercial real estate sales trends, with a deep dive into multifamily and retail activity. He explains why transaction velocity—rather than dollar volume—is a more reliable market indicator, especially in a period with large portfolio deals like Blackstone's Air Communities acquisition. John also breaks down cap rate trends using both average and hedonic metrics, noting that while some asset classes show downward cap rate pressure, m...
Aug 03, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 3986
On this episode of Multifamily Mastery, John Casmon interviews Chris Streit, a tax strategist and founder of CSAP, a firm specializing in cost segregation and the innovative 1245 exchange. Chris breaks down how cost segregation helps investors accelerate depreciation and unlock upfront cash savings, while the 1245 exchange mitigates depreciation recapture by revaluing personal property assets at the time of sale. He shares real-world case studies, including how one client saved $1.5M on a $36M m...
Aug 02, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 3985
On this episode of Next Level CRE, Matt Faircloth interviews Patrick Grimes, founder of Passive Investing Mastery. Patrick shares his journey from a robotics engineer to a seasoned investor, detailing early missteps in pre-development deals during the 2008 crash and how he rebuilt by focusing on recession-resilient markets. He explains why he pivoted from single-family rentals to large-scale multifamily and ultimately to alternative, non-correlated investments like litigation finance. Patrick di...
Aug 01, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 3984
On this episode of the Passive Income Playbook, Pascal Wagner interviews Tyler Krengle, Head of Asset Management at Rockfish Capital. Tyler walks us through his journey from helping grow the third-party management arm of Banyan Equity to building Rockfish’s operations alongside a German sponsor. He dives deep into the dynamics of third-party vs. vertically integrated property management, the risks of misaligned incentives in management contracts, and the red flags LPs should watch for when evalu...
Jul 31, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 3983
On this episode of Beyond Multifamily, Amanda Cruise interviews Derek Vickers, a mobile home park investor who went from zero to over 2,000 lots in just five years. Derek shares how he overcame fear and inexperience to scale quickly, the reasons he focuses on urban one- and two-star parks, and why legal non-conforming zoning is a hidden asset. He dives into the operational and financial strategies behind park-owned home conversions, the importance of systems in scaling, and his shift from syndic...
Jul 30, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 3982
On this episode of Best Ever CRE, Joe Cornwell interviews Katie Kim, founder and CEO of The Developer’s Developer. Katie shares how she went from a childhood spent helping with family fix-and-flips to launching a full-service development firm that spans construction, property management, and development consulting. She walks listeners through how she collaborates with business owners and municipalities to structure build-to-suit and lease-to-own projects—often using economic incentives many smal...
Jul 29, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 3981
On this episode of Unlimited Capital, Chris Lopez and Richard McGirr interview Jarrod Joplin, a founding partner at Common Capital Investing, who joins for a hands-on capital raising and marketing clinic. Jarrod breaks down their current deal, Vista del Sol—a 54-unit cash-flowing apartment complex in Fort Worth, Texas—and shares how he and his partners transitioned from single-family investing to multifamily. The conversation dives into tactical advice for boosting investor engagement, improving...
Jul 28, 2025•56 min•Season 1Ep. 3980
On this episode of The Horizon, John Chang interviews John Manning, Executive Managing Director at Marcus & Millichap Capital Corporation, to unpack the current lending environment across commercial real estate. Manning outlines why CMBS lending has surged in 2025, citing borrower acceptance of current interest rates, availability of non-recourse loans, and the appeal of full-term interest-only financing. He compares CMBS to banks, life insurance companies, GSEs, and debt funds, highlighting...
Jul 27, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 3979
On this episode of Multifamily Mastery, John Casmon interviews Cary Clarke, a seasoned developer who shares his journey from working in his father’s multifamily business to launching a 351-unit ground-up apartment development in the DFW metro. Cary discusses how the 2008 financial crisis reshaped his approach to real estate, why he pivoted back into multifamily after decades of homebuilding, and the power of mentorship and community through programs like Apartment Addicts. He also unpacks how he...
Jul 26, 2025•56 min•Season 1Ep. 3978
On this episode of Next Level CRE, Matt Faircloth interviews Gary Jonas, founder of The HOW Group. Gary shares how his journey from mortgage sales to real estate development was fueled by a commitment to transparency, long-term partnerships, and financial discipline. He explains the importance of building multiple income streams before diving into real estate full-time, how his vertically integrated firm operates across development, construction, brokerage, and management, and why success often ...
Jul 25, 2025•54 min•Season 1Ep. 3963
On this episode of the Passive Income Playbook, Pascal Wagner interviews Litan Yahav, co-founder and CEO of Vyzer, about his journey from the diamond industry to becoming a seasoned passive investor. Litan shares how a windfall from a company exit led him to explore real estate syndications, eventually creating his own tracking platform to manage complex alternative investments. They discuss the nuances of evaluating GPs, the challenges of managing private investments, and how AI is being levera...
Jul 24, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 3976
On this episode of Beyond Multifamily, Amanda Cruise interviews Tom Dunkel, managing principal at Eagle Capital Investments and longtime real estate investor. Tom shares how getting fired in 2006 launched his journey into real estate, including hard lessons learned in the residential space and eventual success with self-storage, distressed debt, and private lending. He explains why he transitioned into a fund-of-funds model, driven by lifestyle goals, and breaks down his SAFE investing method: S...
Jul 23, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 3975
On this episode of Best Ever CRE, Joe Cornwell interviews Jeff Ervick. Jeff shares how he scaled from single-family rentals in Maryland to co-founding a firm with over $200M in assets across multifamily, ground-up development, and private credit. He discusses how he balances a successful W2 tech sales career while managing investor relations, fundraising, and strategic partnerships at Valoris. Jeff also dives into their development strategy in Florida, their pivot away from heavy value-adds, and...
Jul 22, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 3974
On this episode of Unlimited Capital, Chris Lopez interviews Marisa Amirian , a tech industry veteran turned capital raising systems expert. Marisa shares how her background in tech led her to build a niche helping capital raisers streamline investor communication and build scalable CRM systems. She emphasizes the importance of “always be capital raising,” nurturing investor relationships well before a deal is on the table, and tracking engagement to prioritize follow-up. The conversation dives ...
Jul 21, 2025•41 min•Season 1Ep. 3973
On this episode of The Horizon, John discusses a potential game-changing executive order from President Trump that could allow U.S. retirement accounts like 401(k)s to invest in private market assets, including commercial real estate. He explores how this influx of capital could significantly reshape cap rates—not because of interest rates, but due to shifts in capital flows. Using historical data, John challenges the commonly held belief that cap rates track closely with interest rates, demonst...
Jul 20, 2025•25 min•Season 1Ep. 3972
On this episode of Multifamily Mastery, John Casmon dives deep into the critical role markets play in multifamily investing. He shares his personal journey of starting in Chicago and progressively identifying better opportunities by understanding the “path of progress.” John breaks down key criteria for evaluating new markets—like population growth, job diversity, infrastructure development, and net absorption rates—and explains why investors should start with their backyard before expanding out...
Jul 19, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 3971
On this episode of Next Level CRE, Matt Faircloth interviews Ian Djuric, founder of Blake Capital Group, to unpack his journey from door-to-door trash sales to managing $2.2 billion in diversified real estate assets. Ian shares how he transitioned from a successful exit in the waste management industry into real estate by initially LPing into deals, then fully funding and running his own. He dives deep into the economics of multifamily renovations, why car washes are his new cashflow darling, an...
Jul 18, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 3970
On this episode of the Passive Income Playbook, Pascal Wagner interviews Chris Miles , founder of Money Ripples and a former financial advisor who now teaches financial freedom through alternative investing and infinite banking. Chris shares his journey from traditional advisor to financially independent investor—twice—after losing it all in the 2008 crash. He discusses his transition from active real estate to LP investing, his diversification across asset classes like oil and gas, raw land, an...
Jul 17, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 3969
On this episode of Beyond Multifamily, Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Derek Petersen, a former civil engineer turned real estate developer focused on adding value through Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in San Diego. Derek shares how he transforms garages, carports, and storage spaces into high-demand micro-apartments near SDSU, maximizing returns by building for under $100K and renting for $1,500–$2,000/month. He dives into the nuances of California's ministerial approval process, lendin...
Jul 16, 2025•56 min•Season 1Ep. 3968
On this episode of Best Ever CRE, Joe Cornwell interviews Fuquan Bilal, CEO of NNG Capital Fund. Fuquan shares insights from his 26-year journey in real estate, including his evolution from fix-and-flips to note investing, and now managing a hybrid fund focused on multifamily in the Southeast and luxury spec homes in New Jersey. He details his survival through the 2008 financial crisis, the strategic shift into second-lien note purchases, and his move into ground-up construction to reduce risk a...
Jul 15, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 3967
On this episode of Unlimited Capital, Richard McGirr interviews Pascal Wagner, a capital allocator and educator who shares his journey from managing his family's wealth to becoming a guide for W-2 professionals seeking passive income through alternative investments. Pascal discusses the evolution of his investment strategy, from room-by-room single-family rentals to building diversified income streams through vetted funds. The conversation dives into investor psychology, the true appeal of cash ...
Jul 14, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 3965
On this episode of The Horizon , John discusses the long-term implications of the newly passed U.S. tax law and its impact on commercial real estate. He highlights the permanence of key provisions like accelerated depreciation, Opportunity Zones, and LIHTC expansions, explaining how they open the door for long-term investment strategies and development models. John also breaks down the potential inflationary effects of tariffs—particularly on construction materials—and how that could influence i...
Jul 13, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 3965
On this episode of Multifamily Mastery, John Casmon interviews Matthew Teifke, a Texas-based real estate entrepreneur with over 16 years of experience who began his journey inspired by his single mother’s rental property portfolio. Matthew shares why he believes this is the best buying environment he’s seen, citing motivated sellers impacted by 2020–2021-era debt structures and the unique opportunity to acquire properties below market value. He explains how assuming attractive existing loans cre...
Jul 12, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 3964
