The Best Ever CRE Show

Jason Moss discusses his real estate ventures, including fix and flips, lease options, and new construction with Joe Cornwell. They focus on business evolution, portfolio management, and the significance of cash flow, while Moss shares insights from past challenges and his current projects. Jason Moss | Real Estate Background Owner of RCP Real Estate, West Ridge Group Portfolio: 235 units Based in: Queen Creek, AZ Say hi to him at: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateGettingStarted Sponsors: SyndicationAttorneys Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AJ Shepard discusses property management and income strategies with Slocomb Reed on the Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever Show. They explore recent market challenges in Portland, effects of interest rates, and advice for considering third-party management. AJ Shepard | Real Estate Background Owner of Uptown Syndication and Uptown Properties Portfolio: 250 units, manages 900 Based in: Portland, Oregon Say hi to him at: www.uptownsyndication.com www.westsideinvestorsnetwork.com www.offsiteprofessionals.com www.uptownpm.com Best Ever Book: Never Lose a Customer Again by Joey Coleman Sponsors: SyndicationAttorneys Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Cornwell hosts Ryan Deasey and Mike Doherty from Skytree Investments to discuss their real estate venture, which combines lending, sales, and investment under one roof. They manage over 50 units and focus on providing comprehensive services to streamline the real estate process. The discussion highlights their business model, its benefits, and the synergies of integrating various real estate services. Ryan Deasy and Mike Doherty | Real Estate Background Skytree Investments Portfolio: 5 buildings - 50 units, primarily commercial office space, a couple of residential units Based in: Farmington, CT Say hi to him at: https://www.skytreeinvestments.com https://www.youtube.com/@skysthelimit.podcast, https://www.facebook.com/skytreeinvestments https://www.facebook.com/skysthelimit.podcast https://www.instagram.com/skysthelimit.podcast/ Best Ever Book: The E Myth by Michael E. Gerber Greatest Lesson: Bigger isn't always better. Sponsors: SyndicationAttorneys Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carlos Rovira of Rovira Property Management joins host Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Carlos discusses how budgets, systems, and processes are the keys to elite property management. He also explains why many landlords get a bad rap and how effective tenant screening can increase overall efficiency. Carlos Rovira | Real Estate Background Rovira Property Management LLC Portfolio: 6 commercial buildings Based in: Miami, FL Say hi to him at: https://twitter.com/thecarlosrovira https://instagram.com/thecarlosrovira https://rovirapm.com Greatest Lesson: Being vertically integrated is the only way to ensure your properties perform. Sponsors: SyndicationAttorneys Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real estate legend J Scott joins host Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, for the first time ever, J Scott discusses his approach to diversification, his biggest regrets from hundreds of single-family flips, and how to strategically make asymmetric bets. He also shares his general investment philosophy, how it has changed with the markets, and how history can (usually) tell you how and where to win. J Scott | Real Estate Background Partner at Bar Down Investments and Host of the Drunk Real Estate Podcast Portfolio: About 1,000 units of SFR and multifamily 5,000 units as an LP Based in: Sarasota, FL Say hi to him at: jscott.com Best Ever Book: Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman Greatest Lesson: The value in holding property for the long-term. That's where real wealth building happens. Sponsors: SyndicationAttorneys Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blake Dailey, founder of StayVest, shares his evolution from short-term rentals to owning a 130-unit boutique hotel in the Smoky Mountains. He discusses financial details, renovation plans, and operational challenges, providing tips for aspiring hotel owners. Blake Dailey | Real Estate Background Stayvest Based in: Ogden, Utah Say hi to him at: https://blakedailey.com/ https://www.instagram.com/blakejdailey/ www.youtube.com/@BlakeDailey Best Ever Book: Traction by Gino Wickman Sponsors: SyndicationAttorneys Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Phil Moeller, an Ohio investor, discusses transitioning from single-family to multifamily real estate. He highlights key profit strategies: cash flow, appreciation, and tax benefits, emphasizing the importance of clear goals and starting small. Phil Moeller | Real Estate Background Moeller Real Estate Based in: Dayton, OH Say hi to him at: https://www.moellerre.com/ Best Ever Book: Go Giver by Bob Burg Sponsors: SyndicationAttorneys Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Due Diligence Show, a new Best Ever series featuring deep dives into every aspect of the due diligence process. In this series, our host, Slocomb Reed, will interview expert guests to uncover their stories, tips, and strategies to give you the information you need to master the due diligence process. In this episode, Mike Taravella highlights the importance of financial due diligence in multifamily real estate investing. He stresses verifying financial reports against bank statements to identify discrepancies or fraud. Sponsors: SyndicationAttorneys Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whitney Elkins-Hutten discusses her dual role as the Director of Investor Education at passiveinvesting.com and the founder of Ash Wealth. She focuses on educating busy professionals on how to manage and grow their investment portfolios, emphasizing the importance of financial foundations for successful investing. Her work supports investors in multifamily units, self-storage units, and car washes, aiming to help them achieve better financial outcomes while continuing their professions. Whitney Elkins-Hutten | Real Estate Background Founder of Ashwealth.com Based in: Boulder, CO Say hi to him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitneyelkinshutten/ AshWealth.com https://www.facebook.com/WhitneyHuttenInvesting Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rick Martin, founder of Fortress Federation, discusses adapting to market changes amid rising interest rates and investor uncertainty. He shares risk mitigation strategies like tax abatement deals and underwriting, while emphasizing real estate's long-term value and the importance of giving back. Rick Martin | Real Estate Background Fortress Federation Based in: Redondo Beach, CA Say hi to him at: www.fortressfederation.com LinkedIn Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pasha Esfandiary, former professional poker player and CEO and founder of Evoke Capital, joins host Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Pasha discusses raising capital for mobile home park investments, finding good talent and the value of human capital, and strategies to scale your real estate business. He also shares why operations are paramount in mobile home park investing and gives actionable advice for anyone trying to get into mobile home park investing. Pasha Esfandiary | Real Estate Background Evoke Capital Based in: Los Angeles, CA Say hi to him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pashaesfandiary/ https://www.facebook.com/pesfandiary https://www.instagram.com/pashaesfandiary https://www.evokecapital.net/ Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh Green focuses on build-to-rent townhome developments in Salt Lake City, highlighting their demand post-COVID and benefits like tax advantages and lower costs. He emphasizes flexible investment timelines and the importance of a skilled team for successful projects. Josh Green | Real Estate Background Alchemy Design + Development Traverse Capital Based in: Salt Lake City, UT Say hi to him at: www.linkedin.com/in/joshgreen/ www.alchemydev.com www.thetraverseway.com www.youtube.com/@AlchemyDesignDev Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hait Patel from the DeRosa Group discusses his experience in hotel and multifamily property acquisitions. He covers the challenges and trends in the hospitality industry, the impact of Airbnb, and the shift towards boutique hotels. Patel also explains the advantages of multifamily investing, noting its lower risk and broader market appeal, and emphasizes the importance of long-term investment strategies and portfolio diversification. Hait Patel | Real Estate Background DeRosa Group Based in: Minneapolis, MN Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joshua Condado and Colin Davis, full-time nurses who also invest in mobile home parks, join host Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Joshua and Colin discuss starting in single-family residential real estate before leveling up into medium-sized mobile home parks. They share their strategies for building relationships to secure off-market deals, how creative financing allows them to cash flow from day one, and how they invest in real estate while maintaining their careers as nurses, at least for now. Joshua Condado and Colin Davis | Real Estate Background All Day Investments LLC Based in: Green Bay WI Say hi to him at: https://www.alldayinvestments.co/ https://www.instagram.com/investingrnpod/ https://www.investingrn.co/ www.youtube.com/@investingRN Best Ever Book: The One Thing by Gary W. Keller Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Due Diligence Show, a new Best Ever series featuring deep dives into every aspect of the due diligence process. In this series, our host, Slocomb Reed, will interview expert guests to uncover their stories, tips, and strategies to give you the information you need to master the due diligence process. In this episode, Sean Thompson, director of property management operations at Property Management Stewards, joins Slocomb to discuss how to properly conduct a multifamily lease audit. Sean Thompson | Real Estate Background Director of Property Management Operations-Property Management Stewards Based in: Henderson, Nevada and NYC Say hi to him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanthompson1022 Best Ever Book: Management: A Biblical Approach by Myron Rush, and The Bible Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Calvin Chin, founder of Zen Coast Capital, joins host Ash Patel on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Calvin discusses the pain points of outsourcing property management, acquiring a $21 million 150-unit multifamily property, and capitalizing on distressed deals in 2024. He also discusses branching out beyond multifamily, testing the waters of triple-net leases, and more. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Larsen, founder of Next Level Income, joins host Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Chris discusses affordable housing, opportunistic investing, and the demographic tailwinds that drive mobile home parks. He also explains why, when he used to underwrite 100 deals to find a great deal, he’s now underwriting 400 before he finds one. Chris Larsen | Real Estate Background Founder, Next Level Income Based in: Asheville, NC Say hi to him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nextlevelincome/ https://www.instagram.com/thenextlevelincomeshow/ https://nextlevelincome.com/podcast/ https://nextlevelincome.com/ Best Ever Book: The Secret Life of Real Estate and Banking by Phillip J. Anderson Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle McKinney, CRE investor and founder/coach at Pentagon Property Academy, joins host Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Kyle discusses the nuances of asset management, including the division of labor between property managers and asset managers and why asset managers are the experts most responsible for executing a value-add business plan. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liz Faircloth, co-founder of InvestHER, joins host Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Liz discusses her background in personality assessments, including the importance of identifying personality drivers, visionaries vs. integrators, and why you should seek opposite personalities when targeting partners, employees, brokers, and more. Previous Episode: JF2780: How Empowering Women in Real Estate Benefits Everyone Liz Faircloth | Real Estate Background Co-founder of The Real Estate InvestHER Based in: Philadelphia, PA Say hi to her at: https://investhercon.therealestateinvesther.com/ IG: @therealestateinvesther Best Ever Book: Awaken the Giant within by Anthony Robbins Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacob Vanderslice, principal of VanWest Partners, joins host Ash Patel on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Jacob provides a comprehensive look at the state of self-storage. He breaks down the impact floating-rate debt has had on the sector, how securing financing has changed, and the changing face of self-storage demand. He also shares how he navigates the tricky world of rate increases with his tenants. Previous Episode: JF2537: Why NOT to Invest in Self-Storage Jacob Vanderslice | Real Estate Background Principal, Investor Relations VanWest Partners Portfolio: 3.4 MM total square feet of self storage space, including just under 40 properties and about 20K units Based in: Denver, CO Say hi to him at: https://www.vanwestpartners.com/ LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Into the Silence by Wade Davis Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Best Ever Show, hosts Ash Patel, Slocomb Reed, and Joe Cornwell convene for another Roundtable. In this episode, the guys recap their biggest takeaways from the Best Ever Conference, including why interest rates aren’t coming down anytime soon, how the media’s clickbait culture has misled investors, and why retail vacancy is at an all-time low and non-residential real estate is on fire while the multifamily sector continues to struggle. Get your tickets to Best Ever Conference 2025 here. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane InvestHER Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Due Diligence Show, a new Best Ever series featuring deep dives into every aspect of the due diligence process. In this series, our host, Slocomb Reed, will interview expert guests to uncover their stories, tips, and strategies to give you the information you need to master the due diligence process. In this episode, John Wilhoit Jr., an asset manager who owns 10,000 units, joins Slocomb to discuss how to assess capital expenditure needs ahead of an acquisition, including a case study breaking down what he’d expect in an old building, the challenges that property would provide, and how to overcome them. Previous Episode: JF140: How Much do Multifamily Asset Managers Get Paid? Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kiyoshi Simon and Amanda Han join host Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show from the Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City. In this episode, they discuss tax compliance, financial health checks, and why your tax strucutres need to evolve along wiht you and your real estate business. They also share the tax mistake investors make that drive CPAs crazy, and how to avoid them. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Chang, head of research at Marcus and Millichap, joins host Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show from the Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City. In this episode, John discusses the state of commercial real estate, including why retail is so hot right now, the state of the office market, and why multifamily investors in certain markets should be wary of rent control risks. He also breaks down the housing shortage, providing historical context and the truths most overlook. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Investors Liam Delumpa and Ian Cruz joined host Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show from the Best Ever Conference in Salt Lake City. In this episode, they discuss the conference experience, including networking, partner hunting, and the value of gaining knowledge from fellow investors who are on the ground every day, doing the work. They also discuss learning from master capital raisers, doing your first out-of-state multifamily deal, and not buying out of FOMO. Liam Delumpa and Ian Cruz | Real Estate Background Manager of Finance at a Venture Capital Firm Based in: San Jose, CA Say hi to him at: IG: @cincycashflow Best Ever Book: Atomic Habits by James Clear Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Fore, partner at Next-Level Income, joins host Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Matt discusses finding good property managers and the keys to building a successful partnership. He also shares his strategy for getting tech professionals to invest in his deals, the benefits of diversifying into income streams, and why he’s currently bullish on mobile home parks. Matt Fore | Real Estate Background Next Level Income Based in: Nashville, Tennessee Say hi to him at: Icecreamwithinvestors.com Nextlevelincome.com Twitter Best Ever Book: The Last Lecture by Jeffrey Zaslow Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Purtell and Preston Hartsell of CTC Capital Management join Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Mark and Preston discuss bringing co-GP equity to deals, when to focus on IRR, and what kind of IRRs they’re currently targeting. Mark Purtell and Preston Hartsell | Real Estate Background Head of Real Estate Acquisitions and Development | CTC Capital Management Based in: Chicago, IL Say hi to him at: https://ctccapitalmanagement.com/ Best Ever Book: The Gambler: How Penniless Dropout Kirk Kerkorian Became the Greatest Deal Maker in Capitalist History by William Rempel Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Parrott, Director of Acquisitions for Suncap Real Estate, discusses his background and entry into real estate, as well as his focus on flex industrial and grocery anchored retail assets in the Southeast. He explains the advantages of investing in flex industrial properties, such as predictable supply and affordability for tenants. Parrott also shares a case study of a successful investment in Elk Mountain Business Park. He discusses the strategy for investing in grocery anchored retail centers and the importance of underestimating insurance rates. Parrott recommends the book 'Faith Driven Investing' and highlights the Fellowship of Christian Athletes as an organization he supports. Takeaways: Flex industrial properties offer predictable supply and affordability for tenants. Investing in grocery anchored retail centers can provide higher yields and lower risk. Underestimating insurance rates can lead to unexpected expenses in real estate deals. The book 'Faith Driven Investing' explores the intersection of faith and business. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is an organization that Michael Parrott supports. Michael Parrott | Real Estate Background Director of Acquisitions at SunCap, Founder of Mill Ridge Based in: Pompano Beach, Florida Say hi to him at: LinkedIn https://suncapfund.com/ Best Ever Book: Mastering the Market Cycle by Howard Marks Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Due Diligence Show, a new Best Ever series featuring deep dives into every aspect of the due diligence process. In this series, our host, Slocomb Reed, will interview expert guests to uncover their stories, tips, and strategies to give you the information you need to master the due diligence process. In this episode, Jonathan Bombaci, founder of Candor Realty, joins Slocomb to discuss his due diligence process, specifically how to discover creative value-add opportunities. Jonathan Bombaci | Real Estate Background Real Estate / Business Owner Based in: Lowell MA Say hi to him at: https://www.facebook.com/simplifiedREImeetup/ https://www.candorealty.com/ Best Ever Book: The 4-Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferriss Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jon Siegel, co-founder and chief investment officer at RailField Partners, joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Jon discusses the fundamentals of acquisitions, including how to find deals in 2024, the importance of building relationships with brokers, and how to get your offers accepted in a competitive environment. He also shares his strategies for getting from an accepted LOI to the closing table. Jon Siegel | Real Estate Background Partner & Chief Investment Officer | Railfield Based in: Bethesda, MD Say hi to him at: https://www.railfieldrealty.com/ Linkedin Best Ever Book: Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacob Wilson, managing partner of Crux Commercial Partners, joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Jacob discusses what he’s seeing in the lending marketplace, including what lenders are really looking for in buyers, how to position yourself as an attractive buyer to lenders, the importance of liquidity, and more. Jacob Wilson | Real Estate Background Managing Partner | Crux Commercial Partners Based in: Tacoma, WA Phoenix, AZ Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this season finale episode of Passive Investor Tips, host Travis Watts provides a highlight reel of snippets from previous episodes. He emphasizes the importance of savings rate in achieving financial independence and retirement. He discusses the benefits of passive income investing and the value of value-add real estate. Travis also shares tips on saving money, diversifying investments, and being adaptable in the market. He highlights the advantages of commercial real estate investing and the concept of FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early). Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todd Nepola of Current Capital Management joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Todd discusses buying and managing warehouse, retail, and industrial real estate. He also discusses retail property management, why you should treat every property like you’ll own it forever, and why Amazon isn’t killing retail. Todd Nepola | Real Estate Background President of Current Capital Management Inc Based in: Hollywood, Florida Say hi to him at: IG - @lifeaccoringtotoddd ToddNepola.com Best Ever Book: Keeping it Real on Commercial Real Estate by Todd Nepola Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron Katz, owner of Aaron Katz Apartment Investing, joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Aaron discusses what’s happening in the Dallas, Texas, multifamily market. He also discusses being a solo GP in a co-GP world, being a “slow-and-steady” deal sponsor, and why 2024 is a good time to buy multifamily. Aaron Katz | Real Estate Background Owner of Aaron Katz Apartment Investing Based in: Dallas, TX Say hi to him at: aaronkatzapartmentinvesting.com Facebook Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeremy Kuchenbecker, an active investor and LP in over 27 investments, joins Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Jeremy discusses his path to financial freedom via real estate, including his first deal, scaling his investment portfolio, and avoiding lifestyle creep. Her also discusses investing in alternative assets like car washes, oil and gas, and ATMs and what LPs should look for in investments. Jeremy Kuchenbecker | Real Estate Background VP of APCO Holdings Based in: Orlando, Florida Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Fooled by Randomness Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Due Diligence Show, a new Best Ever series featuring deep dives into every aspect of the due diligence process. In this series, our host, Slocomb Reed, will interview expert guests to uncover their stories, tips, and strategies to give you the information you need to master the due diligence process. In this episode, Adrian Otto, president and managing director of Whitestone Capital and CEO of WPG Property Management, joins Slocomb to discuss his due diligence process when walking properties, specifically how to spot and fix poorly operated properties. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cale Delaney, owner of JBR Investments & Management, joins Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Cale discusses his move from construction management to investing in short-term rentals in the Smoky Mountain region. He shares how he built his short-term rental business, including the keys to a successful short-term rental and the financing, renovation, and rental strategies in a changing STR landscape. Cale Delaney | Real Estate Background Owner - JBR Investments & Management LLC Portfolio $7M portfolio of REO with another $2M of co-hosted AUM Based in: South Florida Say hi to him at: Linktree Best Ever Book: The Bible Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Martin Papp, a general partner at The Nova Haus, joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Martin discusses his background in real estate investing and his current focus on building luxury boutique short-term rentals in high-growth markets. He also explains the return potential in international markets compared to the United States and the challenges of financing properties abroad. Martin Papp | Real Estate Background General Partner of The Nova Haus | Owner of Papp's Tea Based in: Irvine, CA Say hi to him at: LinkedIn thenovahaus.com martinpapp.com Best Ever Book: Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Best Ever Classic from April 2015, we’re bringing back Joe Fairless’s fantastic conversation with Barbara Corcoran. You might know her from Shark Tank, but Barbara is also the founder of the Corcoran Group, where she turned a $1,000 loan into a $5 billion real estate business. In this episode, Barbara shared timeless strategies for building a real estate empire, including finding talent in unlikely places, how conversations with taxi drivers and waiters informed her investment strategy, the secrets to identifying up-and-coming neighborhoods that helped her buy 12 buildings in New York City, and much more. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. On this episode, Travis Watts concludes "Passive Investor Tips" series on the Best Ever Show, thanking listeners for their support over 4 years, shares tips for financial independence through passive income, and announces a related book release. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Industrial real estate broker and investor Chad Griffiths joins host Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Chad discusses the state of industrial real estate, including how businesses have become a new class of buyer, how industrial leasing has evolved in a high-interest-rate environment, and how industrial stacks up vs. other asset classes in 2024. Previous Episode: JF2779: Why Now Is the Time to Break into Industrial Real Estate ft. Chad Griffiths Jack Thomas | Real Estate Background Partner at NAI Portfolio 7 industrial buildings, 160,000 sq ft Based in: Edmonton, Alberta Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Youtube Best Ever Book: Skin in the Game by Nassim Nicholas Taleb Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack Thomas, president of Jetway Financial, joins host Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, he explains his transition from fix-and-flips to private lending and note investing. He also discusses targeting cash flow vs. appreciation across different markets, how to strategically plan for appreciation, and raising capital to invest in hotel development, including the four-legged model he uses for sustainable investing. Jack Thomas | Real Estate Background President of Jetway Financial Based in: Chicago, Illinois Say hi to him at: LinkedIn www.exumanoire.com www.jetwayfinancial.com Best Ever Book: Thinking Strategically by Avinash K. Dixit Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Due Diligence Show, a new Best Ever series featuring deep dives into every aspect of the due diligence process. In this series, our host, Slocomb Reed, will interview expert guests to uncover their stories, tips, and strategies to give you the information you need to master the due diligence process. In this episode, Lance Pederson, co-founder and CEO of Passive Advantage, joins Slocomb to discuss due diligence for limited partners, including questions LPs should be asking GPs, the importance of deal flow, and the myth that experience equals better or more advantageous deals. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Sylvis, principal at Sylvis Capital, joins host Ash Patel on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Amy discusses the 800 units she’s recently closed in Dallas, how she broke onto the CRE scene, and the power of networking. She also dives into her process for creating consistent content for social media and her strategy for raising capital on LinkedIn. Repeat Guest: JF2721: How This New Multifamily Investor Closed 4 Deals in First 6 Months ft. Amy Sylvis Amy Sylvis | Real Estate Background Sylvis Capital Portfolio: 1400+ doors and 208,000 SQ FT flex industrial Based in: Los Angeles, CA Say hi to her at: www.capitalraisingsecrets.com Best Ever Book: The Creature From Jekyll Island Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. On this episode, Travis Watts emphasizes the importance of saving a percentage of take-home pay during working years. Inspired by Mr. Money Mustache (Pete), the episode covers the FIRE movement and suggests increasing savings rate for earlier retirement. It also mentions tools like Baseline for managing finances and investments needed to retire, using a 5% annual return and living on 4% of the portfolio's value as assumptions. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This edition of the Best Ever Roundtable — featuring hosts Ash Patel, Slocomb Reed, and Joe Cornwell — turns into a debate of sorts as the hosts discuss the recently proposed NAR settlement. Ash shares personal stories of realtor experiences, both in residential and commercial, and argues that the proposed settlement could put an end to the “racketeering” and “collusion” that exists in the industry. Socomb and Joe — both brokers — take the other side, with Slocomb defending realtors and Joe highlighting who the biggest losers in the settlement, should it come to fruition. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Smith, principal at Elevation Capital Group, joins host Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Ryan discusses his upbringing in real estate, investing in mobile home parks and self-storage, and investing through multiple market cycles. He also breaks down the state of self-storage and the four key points he uses in his underwriting process. Repeat Guest: JF1868: Investor Creates Software To Better Manage Real Estate with Ryan Smith Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane9 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob Powell, CEO and Principal of RESOLUT Real Estate, joins host Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Rob discusses how he missed out on building a mobile home park portfolio by having unrealistic expectations and overnegotiating. He also shares his strategy behind buying cash, residential vs. non-residential commercial real estate, and why you should fall in love with the numbers, not the asset. Rob Powell | Real Estate Background CEO and Principal, RESOLUT RE Based in: Austin, TX Say hi to him at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robpowell/ https://resolutre.com/ Best Ever Book: 10X is Easier Than 2X - Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Irwin Boris, senior vice president of investments at Heritage Capital Group, joins host Ash Patel on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Irwin and Ash nerd out on the nuances of industrial real estate, including small-bay flex, outfitting spaces for unique tenants, why Irwin covets “wheel-and-spoke” markets. Irwin also shares his thoughts on the current economic climate and explains why he’s selling a 500-unit multifamily property despite it not being the best time to sell. Irwin Boris | Real Estate Background Heritage Capital Group Portfolio: 7MM SF of industrial, small bay flex and 500 units of legacy multifamily Based in: Ridgewood, NJ & Bozeman MT Say hi to him at: LinkedIn Instagram Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Due Diligence Show, a new Best Ever series featuring deep dives into every aspect of the due diligence process. In this series, our host, Slocomb Reed, will interview expert guests to uncover their stories, tips, and strategies to give you the information you need to master the due diligence process. Sandhya Seshadri, a Dallas-based apartment syndicator and asset management coach, shares insights on multifamily property due diligence, focusing on physical, financial, and environmental assessments. With over 1400 apartments under management, she emphasizes hiring third-party experts for unbiased due diligence, examining physical condition, lease agreements, and financials to avoid surprises and ensure projections meet investor expectations Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices