The Best Ever CRE Show
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JF 4260: Property Strategy, Ownership mindset, and Distressed Assets ft. Corey & Candace Muldrow
JF 4259: Diligence Is An Investment, Negative Cash Flow Can Be Strategic, and Flexible Exit and Hold Strategy ft. Conner Thomas
JF 4258: Operational Depth Trumps Industry Norms, Standardized Toolkits, and Proactive Resident Engagement
JF 4257: Skill Creation Starting from Manual Processes, Power of AI in Business, and Skill-based Automation
JF 4256: Visual Mapping Tools Replacing Traditional CRM, Affordable platforms, and The Human Element ft. Patrick Carino
JF 4255: How to Evaluate Syndications Like a Seasoned Investor ft. Jonathan Greene
JF 4254: Sequential Work Frontloading, Resident Engagement, and Proactive Planning
JF 4253: The 60-Day Window: Why Your Investor's Second Check Matters More Than You Think
JF: 4252 AI in Real Estate, Automating Data Extraction, AI-driven Deal Management ft. David Fields
JF 4251: Deal Flow Strategies, Insider Methods, and Balancing buy-and-hold with Quick Flips ft. Graham Storey
JF 4250: Pre-Leasing Strategies, Speed-Focused Leasing Process, and AI-Powered Lead Follow-Ups
JF 4249: Rapid Market Shifts, Fractional Investments, and The Senior Housing Crisis ft. David Bacon
JF 4248: Geopolitics and Real Estate, Inflation and Interest Rates, Federal Reserve Policies ft. John Chang
JF 4247: Seller Financing, Strategic Acquisitions, and Mixed-Use Properties and Federal Buildings ft. Brent Neely
JF 4246: Systematized Deal Criteria for High-Probability Opportunities and Capital Velocity
JF 4245: Common Mistakes in Fund Management, Product Complexity, and Investment Marketing Pitfalls
JF 4244: Sourcing Deals, Raising Capital, and Building a Focused Market Strategy ft. Gino Barbaro
JF 4243: Cold Calling, Deal Flow and Scaling a Real Estate Portfolio ft. Remington Lyman
JF 4242: Off Market Deals, Repeatable Systems and Scaling Multifamily ft. Justin Spillers and Brandon Virgallito
JF 4241: Private Lending, Mortgage Investing and Real Estate Security ft. Steven Loewer
JF 4240: The Importance of Operational Excellence and Owner Mindset ft. Doron Levi
JF 4239: AI as a Strategic Asset, Role in Layoffs, and The Cost Benefits of AI tools
JF 4238: Cross-sell Campaign Generating $1 million in pipeline and Why Discounts Pull Demand Forward
JF 4237: AI in Commercial Real Estate, Practical AI Use Cases and The RTCF Framework ft. Jake Heller
JF 4236: Private Credit, Cannabis Real Estate and Yield Investing ft. Chris Reece
JF 4235: Fund Managers, Portfolio Deals and Capital Growth ft. George Salas
JF 4234: CRE Recession, Inflation Trends and Investment Strategy ft. Anna Kelley
JF 4233: Affordable Housing, Deal Flow and Mobile Home Park Strategy ft. Leo Young
JF 4232: Real Estate Debt Investing and Exploiting Inefficiencies in the Debt Markets ft. Fred Moskowitz
JF 4231: Economic trends, Market conditions, and Investment Opportunities in 2026 ft. John Chang
JF 4230: Ground Leases, Deal Discipline and CRE Longevity ft. John McNellis
JF 4229: Growing $20 Million Revenue E-commerce and Value-Driven Lead Magnets ft. Brent Neely
JF 4242: Scaling Real Estate Operations and The Shift From Reactive to Proactive Deal Sourcing ft. Justin Spillers & Brandon Virgallito
JF 4228: Leveraging Your Personality to Scale Your Business with Matt Faircloth
JF4227: RV Park Underwriting, Multiple Revenue Streams and Deal Analysis ft. Heather Blankenship
JF 4226: Building an Audience and Why Most Content Marketing Fails to Get Qualified Investors
JF 4225: Transforming traditional insurance, Stacking risk management, and How a Disruptive Insurance Model Could Save CRE Investors Millions, ft. Nicolas Lares
JF 4224: Supply and Demand, Bootstrapping Growth, Marketplace Strategy ft. Steve Taylor
JF 4223: Ratio Metrics, Lead Quality and Scaling Capital Raising with Richard McGirr
JF 4222: Preparing Your Business for AI Agents, CRM Systems and Data Strategy with Richard McGirr
JF 4221: From Federal Law Enforcement to Real Estate: A Journey of Transformation ft. Phil Boggia
JF 4220: The Surprising Shift in Real Estate Deal-Finding Post-2023 Crisis ft. Marcin Drozdz
JF 4219: Investing in Oregon Real Estate: A Comprehensive Guide to Opportunities ft. Jerry Jones
Ep 4218JF 4218: Real Estate Strategies in a Changing Economy ft. John Chang
Matt Faircloth talks to John Chang, where he reveals why the recent slowdown in job creation isn’t just a blip but a signal of deeper underlying trends. You'll discover how headwinds like rising energy costs, war-related uncertainty, and shifts in policy impact real estate markets, especially multifamily. We break down the hidden consequences of slower employment, dwindling construction, and the critical importance of supply-demand dynamics in different regions. Plus, John shares forward-looking insights into how markets may become the prime playground for sharp investors willing to take calculated risks now, betting on long-term recovery and growth. John Chang Current role: Senior Vice President, National Director Research & Advisory Services of Marcus & Millichap Based in: Phoenix, Arizona Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnchang/ https://www.marcusmillichap.com Visit trustetc.com/bestever for more info. Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit www.tribevestisc.com for more info. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/BESTEVER 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 Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 4217JF 4217: From Law to Construction: A Unique Journey ft. Matt McGovern
In this interview, Ash Patel speaks with Matt McGovern about the behind-the-scenes creation of his landmark project: transforming a 200,000-square-foot historic tower and theater complex in Topeka into a multifaceted masterpiece. Matt shares his strategic approach, detailing how he identified unique value-add opportunities and leveraged government incentives, including tax credits and opportunity zone funds. He explains how he structured deals that integrate development with ongoing operational revenue. Furthermore, Matt reveals the strategic mindset that enabled him to creatively negotiate, buy out partners, and align his construction background with ambitious real estate goals, all without relying on outside investors. Visit trustetc.com/bestever for more info. Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit www.tribevestisc.com for more info. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/BESTEVER 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 Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 4216JF 4216: Unlock the secret to raising capital with a proven de-risked approach ft. Justin Spillers and Chris Lopez
Richard McGirr interviews Justin Spillers and Chris Lopez about genuine investor interest. Imagine transforming your pitch into a compelling, repeatable machine that generates actual capital almost effortlessly. In this episode, you will see a behind-the-scenes strategy that helped secure over 350 investor calls in just nine months, from perfecting four-minute pitches to leveraging paid ads that attracted high-net-worth individuals. Discover the exact steps to make fundraising scalable, strategic, and downright effective. Justin Spillers and Chris Lopez Current role: Chris Lopez Founder of Curtis St. Media Co-Founder & CMO of Property Llama Justin Spillers Partner & Manager of Real Estate Alpha Based in: Chris Lopez - Denver Metropolitan Area Justin Spillers - Minster, Ohio Where to find them: Justin Spillers https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinspillers/\ realestatealpha.io/ Chris Lopez https://www.linkedin.com/in/christaylorlopez/ propertyllama.com Visit trustetc.com/bestever for more info. Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit www.tribevestisc.com for more info. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/BESTEVER 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 Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 4215JF 4215: Transforming Lives Through Real Estate ft. Kevin Robinson
Matt Faircloth interviews Kevin Robinson as they break down actionable tactics like analyzing zip codes with a focus on local amenities and community trends, building relationships on the ground, and employing strategic financing options like the Homestead Loan methods that allow him to grow his portfolio without expensive bridge loans or hard money. You'll also learn why he avoids traditional LLC strategies in favor of a simple, practical approach perfect for most investors who are just starting out or owning a handful of properties. Why does this matter? Because most investors are playing a high-stakes game with little understanding of market fluctuations or risk, often chasing short-term home runs at the expense of consistent, long-term wealth. Kevin shows that disciplined, incremental growth hitting singles and doubles, not home runs leads to sustainable wealth and community transformation. His philosophy emphasizes that real estate is a tool to lift people and neighborhoods today, not decades from now. Kevin Robinson Current role: Executive Council Member at CEOWORLD magazine, Founder & CEO of KAYJAY Consulting Based in: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krobins2/ https://www.kayrmotivates.com/ Visit trustetc.com/bestever for more info. Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit www.tribevestisc.com for more info. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/BESTEVER 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 Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 4214JF 4214: Unlocking High-Yield Investments in Aviation ft. Brandon Martini
In a conversation with Pascal Wagner, Brandon Martini unveils a groundbreaking approach to income investing. While many associate this field solely with real estate or conventional bonds, Martini's private credit fund offers a high-yield, consistent return by strategically financing the training of the next generation of pilots. Amid a significant pilot shortage, this unique strategy allows investors to potentially earn up to 19% annually, with monthly payouts, directly supporting training programs for thousands of aspiring pilots. Martini shares the origin of his fund, which he built from the ground up in 2020. It's revolutionizing private lending by filling a previously unmet, critical funding gap for flight schools. Brandon Martini Current role: Co-Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Stratus Financial Based in: Huntington Beach, California Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonmartini/ https://stratus.finance/ Visit trustetc.com/bestever for more info. Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit www.tribevestisc.com for more info. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/BESTEVER 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 Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 4213JF 4213: Real Estate Secrets: From Ministry Work to Millionaire Success ft. Kris Bennett
Join hosts Ash Patel and Amanda Cruise as they interview Kris Bennett, who shares his journey from working in ministry and foreclosure to mastering the inner workings of real estate private equity. He covers the strategic roles of university funds and syndications, and delves into asset diversification across self-storage and flex space. Gain insider knowledge on the elements that define an attractive deal: infill locations, strong market fundamentals, and high-quality construction focused on retaining quality tenants. If you're curious how institutional owners approach lease terms, exit strategies, and financing structures, this conversation provides actionable frameworks and practical examples. Kris Bennett Current role: Chief Operating Officer - Flex Space Division at QC Capital, Founder / Managing Principal of Bennett Investments Based in: Charlotte Metro, North Carolina Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thekrisbennett/http://www.qccapitalgroup.com Visit trustetc.com/bestever for more info. Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit www.tribevestisc.com for more info. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/BESTEVER 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 Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 4212JF 4212: How to Build a Bigger Investor List and Raise More Capital with Richard McGirr
Richard McGirr breaks down why building and scaling your investor email list is the single most important driver of capital raising success. He explains that most operators struggle to raise more capital simply because their list isn’t large or qualified enough, and emphasizes that list growth should take priority over launching new products or funds. Richard walks through the full funnel—from generating reach through earned and paid media, to creating high-converting lead magnets, to nurturing prospects through email and content until they are ready to invest. He also shares actionable strategies for converting attention into investor calls, qualifying prospects, and using scarcity and consistency to close deals faster. Visit trustetc.com/bestever for more info. Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit www.tribevestisc.com for more info. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/BESTEVER 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 Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices