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The Best Ever CRE Show

Joe Fairlesswww.bestevercre.com
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 Community The 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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Episodes

JF3345: Ben Bauer - A Real Estate Attorney Shares the Biggest Deal Structure Mistakes

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . In this episode, we sit down with Ben Bauer, a seasoned real estate investor and attorney, to explore the intricacies of commercial real estate investing. With a wealth of experience in both residential and commercial properties, Ben shares valuable insigh...

Nov 01, 202327 minSeason 1Ep. 3345

JF3344: Bob Thomas - Why You Should Consider Being Asset Agnostic

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . In this episode, we delve into the world of commercial real estate investing with Bob Thomas, a seasoned investor with over a decade of experience. Join us as Bob shares valuable insights into his journey across various asset classes, the importance of par...

Oct 31, 202339 minSeason 1Ep. 3344

JF3343: Jay Balekar - Strategies for Growing 400+ Units in Two Years

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . In this episode, we delve deep into the world of commercial real estate with Jay Balekar, a seasoned investor who has scaled his portfolio significantly in just two years. Jay shares valuable insights into strategies for success, market conditions, and tac...

Oct 30, 202346 minSeason 1Ep. 3343

JF3342: Andrew Freed - How to Choose a Syndication Structure

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . In this episode, Andrew Freed, an experienced commercial real estate investor, shares his journey from a one-bedroom condo owner to managing a diverse portfolio of multifamily properties. He discusses his innovative syndication approach, lessons learned fr...

Oct 29, 202324 minSeason 1Ep. 3342

JF3341: Tim Little - Helping Military Veterans Diversify and Grow Their Wealth

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . In this episode, Ash Patel interviews Tim Little, a seasoned commercial real estate investor and founder of Zana Investments. Tim shares his journey from the military to real estate investing and offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportuniti...

Oct 28, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 3341

JF3340: Kurt Weil - Insights into the Current Lending Landscape

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Slocomb Reed hosts seasoned commercial real estate investor, Kurt Weil. The duo delves into the intricacies of syndications, the pitfalls of partnerships, and the changing dynamics of commercial real estate investments in today's fast-paced world. For anyo...

Oct 27, 202334 minSeason 1Ep. 3340

JF3339: How to Identify Your Risk Tolerance | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . 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, va...

Oct 26, 202310 minSeason 1Ep. 3339

JF3338: Diana Lin - The Art of Pivoting and Overcoming Fear

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Diana Lin is an accomplished entrepreneur who has experienced a remarkable journey from architecture to real estate. Diana shares her valuable insights on various aspects of the commercial real estate industry, including partnership strategies, capital rai...

Oct 25, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 3338

JF3337: Mark Hutton - Exploring the Opportunities in Residential Assisted Living Real Estate

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Mark Hutton unpacks the intricacies of investing in the niche of Residential Assisted Living (RAL) within the commercial real estate sector. Mark sheds light on why RAL is becoming an appealing asset for investors, the synergies of combining the real estat...

Oct 24, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 3337

JF3336: J.D. Schmerge - Market Insights from a Multifamily Broker

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Slocomb Reed sits down with seasoned commercial real estate expert J.D. Schmerge to deep dive into the dynamics of the ever-changing market from decoding property valuations to the art of bridging sellers and buyers. Key Takeaways: Market Dictates Price: A...

Oct 23, 202323 minSeason 1Ep. 3336

JF3335: Kranti Ponnam - Tech-Driven Strategies for Success in Commercial Real Estate

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Ash Patel interviews Kranti Ponnam, a tech entrepreneur and real estate syndicator with a unique perspective on commercial real estate investing. Kranti shares insights on the intersection of technology and real estate, emphasizing the importance of treati...

Oct 22, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 3335

JF3334: Mike Taddy - Transitioning to Real Estate Investing from a 20-Year Military Career

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Dive deep into the nuances of property management, tenant retention, and how AI can shape the future of real estate podcasting. In this enlightening episode, Mike Taddy, a seasoned real estate professional, shares his extensive experience, valuable lessons...

Oct 21, 202322 minSeason 1Ep. 3334

JF3333: Brian Schafer - Exploring Flex Spaces and Multifamily Economics

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Dive deep into Brian Shafer's journey navigating the commercial real estate world. Brian discusses multifamily development economics, the potential of flex spaces, and how his early exposure to construction molded his investing career. Key Takeaways: Cost ...

Oct 20, 202333 minSeason 1Ep. 3333

JF3332: Risk Premium - What You Need To Know | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . 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, va...

Oct 19, 20238 minSeason 1Ep. 3332

JF3331: Dylan Koch - Unlocking Off-Market Deals: How to Master Direct-to-Seller Outreach

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . In today's episode, Joe Cornwell sits down with expert real estate investor, Dylan Koch, to unveil the power of direct-to-seller outreach and its incredible potential for commercial real estate investments. As Dylan divulges his strategies and experiences,...

Oct 18, 202344 minSeason 1Ep. 3331

JF3330: Cameron Barsanti - A Blueprint for Building a Multi-Million Dollar Self-Storage Portfolio

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Discover the ins and outs of the self-storage real estate niche with seasoned investor Cameron Barsanti. From humble beginnings to managing a multi-million dollar portfolio, Cameron provides invaluable insights into the self-storage business, focusing on d...

Oct 17, 202330 minSeason 1Ep. 3330

JF3329: The Great Debate: Residential vs. Commercial Real Estate

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Ash Patel and Joe Cornwell engage in a head-to-head debate, diving deep into the nuances of commercial versus residential real estate investing. Drawing on their years of expertise, these industry titans provide insights, challenge perspectives, and share ...

Oct 16, 202327 minSeason 1Ep. 3329

JF3328: Daniel Angel - From Ground Zero to $50 Million

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . In this episode, Daniel Angel of Atlanta-based Apex Development Group shared his journey from Colombia to multifamily real estate in the U.S. With a current portfolio valued at over $50 million, Daniel discussed the changing dynamics of value-add multifami...

Oct 15, 202325 minSeason 1Ep. 3328

JF3327: Tyler Lekas - 5 Mobile Home Park Investing Mistakes to Avoid

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Seasoned investor Tyler Lekas breaks down the multifaceted world of mobile home park investing. Diving deep into the challenges, nuances, and key strategies of the trade, Tyler offers invaluable insights from his years of experience in the field. Whether y...

Oct 14, 202336 minSeason 1Ep. 3327

JF3326: Introducing The Best Ever Show’s Newest Podcast Host: Joe Cornwell

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Ash Patel welcomes the newest host of the show, Joe Cornwell, a former police officer turned multifamily real estate investor from Cincinnati. Dive in to hear Joe's journey from wearing the badge to managing multifamily properties and the valuable lessons ...

Oct 13, 202323 minSeason 1Ep. 3326

JF3325: 5 Mindset Shifts to Increase Your Investing Results | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . 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, va...

Oct 12, 20239 minSeason 1Ep. 3325

JF3324: 3 Top Tips for Tenant Retention | Bonus Operations ft. Slocomb Reed

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Bonus Operations is a series hosted by apartment owner/operator and Best Ever Show host, Slocomb Reed. In each five- to ten-minute episode, Slocomb provides his top takes for executing your business plan and maintaining cash flow. In this episode, Slocomb ...

Oct 11, 202319 minSeason 1Ep. 3324

JF3323: Darin Davis: Exploring the Dynamics of Austin’s Real Estate Market

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Ash Patel sits down with seasoned real estate professional, Darin Davis, to unravel the intricate tapestry of Austin's commercial real estate scene. As the winds of change sweep across Austin, transforming it from a college town to a dynamic global busines...

Oct 10, 202338 minSeason 1Ep. 3323

JF3322: Joe Fairless and Ash Patel Share Their 4 Biggest Mistakes as Investors

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Today’s episode is the audio from our September Cincinnati Meetup, featuring Joe Fairless, Ash Patel and Slocomb Reed. In the panel, the hosts discuss the keys to successful real estate investing. They stress the importance of recognizing one's strengths, ...

Oct 09, 202355 minSeason 1Ep. 3322

JF3321: Aaron Saunders: Maximizing Returns in Ground-Up Development

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Slocomb Reed sits down with Aaron Saunders from Spartan Construction Management, a company specializing in ground-up construction, particularly in the self-storage sector. Aaron shares his background in construction and real estate investing, discussing hi...

Oct 08, 202325 minSeason 1Ep. 3321

JF3320: How to Evict With Compassion | Bonus Operations ft. Slocomb Reed

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Bonus Operations is a series hosted by apartment owner/operator and Best Ever Show host, Slocomb Reed. In each five- to ten-minute episode, Slocomb provides his top takes for executing your business plan and maintaining cash flow. In this episode, Slocomb ...

Oct 07, 202323 minSeason 1Ep. 3320

JF3319: Should You Move to a Zero Tax State? | Passive Investor Tips ft. Travis Watts

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . 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, va...

Oct 06, 202312 minSeason 1Ep. 3319

JF3318: Darin Davis - Navigating the Shifting Tides of Real Estate Investing: Insights from a Seasoned Pro

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Ash Patel engages in a captivating conversation with Darin Davis, principal and co-founder of Presario Ventures, based in Austin, Texas. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of commercial real estate investing, with a particular focus on the multi...

Oct 05, 202341 minSeason 1Ep. 3318

JF3317: Andrew Sinclair - Liquidity and Diversification: The Power in Old School Real Estate Investing

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Andy Sinclair delves deep into the strategies that have catapulted Midloch to success, discusses the importance of diversification in property types, and offers predictions about the future of interest rates and investment approaches in uncertain markets. ...

Oct 04, 202330 minSeason 1Ep. 3317

JF3316: Rebekah Taylor - How to Embrace Holistic Wealth

This episode is brought to you by Presario Ventures, a private equity real estate firm based in the booming Austin, Texas, market. To learn how to invest in the future of Texas with Presario Ventures, visit info.presarioventures.com/bestever . Dive into a deep discussion with Rebekah Taylor, partner in Taylored Investments, as she shares her journey from house hacking in Lynchburg, Virginia to partnering with top-class operators in the commercial real estate space. In this episode, we uncover th...

Oct 03, 202331 minSeason 1Ep. 3316
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