The Best Ever CRE Show
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 i...
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Mastering Real Estate Deals: A Comprehensive Guide ft. Kevin Amolsch
<p>Richard McGirr interviews Kevin Amolsch, who shares how sponsorships and strategic partnerships have catapulted Pine Financial Group from a small operation to managing hundreds of millions in assets. You’ll discover how hosting webinars, sponsorships, and leveraging well-known brands creates instant credibility, making investors and borrowers eager to work with you. Kevin dives into the stories behind his first $100,000 deal, sponsoring real estate meetings, running online webinars, and using third-party validation to accelerate growth, and explains why content, trust, and relationships beat cold outreach every time. </p> <p>Kevin Amolsch</p> <p>Current role: President of Pine Financial Group</p>...
From Passive Income to Active Investing: A Real Estate Revolution ft. Jamie Thiel
<p>John Casmon interviews Jamie Thiel. Jamie reveals why she transitioned from LP investing to becoming a full-fledged GP and how her background in commercial roofing gave her a unique edge in due diligence and property analysis. She discusses her first mixed-use deal, the costly lessons she learned about inspections and tenant challenges.</p> <p>If you're tired of generic advice and ready to learn how everyday investors are building wealth in multi-family real estate, this episode is your blueprint. Jamie’s real-world stories and actionable insights will challenge your assumptions and inspire your next move.</p> <p>Perfect for as...
Living the Dream Life: How to Balance Success and Adventure ft. Brian Luebben
<p>Matt Faircloth interviews Brian Luebben. He shares how he transitioned from the corporate grind to creating a life centered around experiences, purpose, and giving back. You'll uncover his approach to balancing achievement with fulfillment, including why he's passionate about boutique hotels and experiential investments that reflect his unique style plus the lessons he’s learned about scaling without sacrificing pleasure. Brian breaks down his "game of millions," the importance of defining your three-year vision, and how to develop a relationship with money that prioritizes fun over obsession.</p> <p>Brian Luebben</p> <p>Current role: CEO/Founder of Action Ac...
The Art of Asset Management: Lessons from the Field ft. Gary Lipsky
<p>Pascal Wagner interviews Gary Lipsky about rising interest rates that are thickening the market, causing fewer deals to hit the shelves but creating a golden window for strategic investors. Gary breaks down the real impact of interest rate hikes, market absorption, and the increasing influence of geopolitical factors like deportations plus what these mean for property valuations and rental demand. You’ll discover how sophisticated operators are navigating the complexities of financing, balancing asset management, and making tough decisions like capital calls, all while maintaining operational excellence.</p> <p>Gary Lipsky</p> <p>Current role: President/CEO of Break of...
From Flips to Fortune: A Real Estate Journey ft. J Scott
<p>Ash Patel & Amanda Cruise interview J Scott to discuss the shift from multifamily to ground-up development, building a high-caliber development stack, and how to educate investors about the risks and timing of development projects. They dive into Jay’s 351-unit ground-up project outside Dallas, the mechanics of a HUD 221D4 loan (40-year fixed-rate, fully amortized, with construction-period interest-only), and the importance of aligning with experienced partners. The conversation also covers market dynamics, capital-raising trends (pref equity and debt funds), and practical lessons on holding long-term vs. short-term exits. It’s a candid look at balancing risk, capital, and timing in a...
Dynamo Capital's Real Estate Secrets ft. Caitlin Waldschmidt
<p>Richard McGirr interviews Caitlin Waldshmidt as she shares her insights on the realities of lending to small multifamily and fix-and-flip projects, highlighting why straightforward, transparent relationships trump flashy marketing. You'll learn how to recognize the hidden opportunities during a deal drought, including the value of servicing the top-tier borrowers who prioritize certainty and reliability over price. Caitlin also discusses her unique strategy of staying out of crowded marketing channels favoring conversations, reputation, and deep market knowledge over social media noise and why this approach creates a competitive advantage in a crowded industry.</p> <p>Caitlin Waldschmidt</p> <p>Current...
The Five-Year CRE Outlook, AI Disruption and Market Risks with John Chang
<p>John Chang shares his five-year outlook for commercial real estate and reflects on the future forces that could shape the industry. He explains how AI, geopolitical uncertainty, and stock market valuations may influence economic growth, investor behavior, and commercial real estate demand. Chang also breaks down sector-specific expectations, noting that multifamily may offer strong opportunities at today’s repriced valuations, while office and industrial will likely remain more selective and market dependent. He concludes that despite economic and political uncertainty, commercial real estate may outperform stocks over the next five to ten years for investors who buy assets in to...
EV Charging as a Multifamily Amenity, Financing Infrastructure and Future-Proofing Assets ft. Ben Kanner
<p>John Casmon interviews Ben Kanner, founder of Three V Infrastructure, about the growing intersection between EV charging and multifamily real estate. Ben shares his journey from subprime mortgages to Deutsche Bank portfolio management and eventually into renewable infrastructure, where he identified a major financing gap in EV charging for commercial properties. He explains why EV charging should be viewed primarily as an amenity rather than a direct NOI driver and how operators can use it to attract higher-income renters, increase rents, and reduce turnover.</p> <p>Ben breaks down EV adoption trends, noting that while U.S. penetration still...
The Office as a Service: Third-Party Management and the Future of CRE ft. Matt Faupel
<p>Matt Faircloth interviews Matt Faupel about how most commercial real estate investors overlook one of the most dynamic and resilient asset classes: office space. In this eye-opening episode, Matt Faupel from Cushman & Wakefield reveals how the future of office management is being revolutionized by cutting-edge tools, including AI, and why understanding the nuances of this market can unlock hidden value and protect your investments.</p> <p>Imagine transforming your approach to office management with insights that go beyond traditional strategies covering everything from security protocols for C-suite safety to the incredible potential of AI in diagnostics and predictive maintenance...
Navigating Macro Trends in Real Estate ft. Judd Dunning
<p>Pascal Wagner interviews Judd Dunning, who breaks down how American small and mid-cap businesses can leverage sale-leaseback deals to unlock 100% financing, grow their brands, and create win-win outcomes. He shares behind-the-scenes insights from closing billion-dollar deals with Deutsche Bank, the secret advantages of cost segregation accelerated depreciation, and why AI is transforming underwriting cutting days into minutes. You’ll discover the key red flags to avoid, how to assess customer concentration risks, and why on-shoring and supply chain shifts are fueling a new industrial boom.</p> <p>Judd Dunning</p> <p>Current role: President at DWG Capital Partners</p> <p>...
