Commercial Real Estate Secrets
Welcome to Commercial Real Estate Secrets, hosted by Aviva Sonenreich, a seasoned commercial real estate owner, broker, and content creator. On this podcast, you'll hear real stories from real people who have created real success in commercial real estate. Join us each week to gain invaluable insights and practical steps you can take to achieve your dreams of becoming a successful commercial real estate investor, agent, or broker.
Most Popular Episodes
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Feb. 21, 2024
Financial Freedom NOW
Have you ever wondered how to achieve true financial freedom without constantly worrying about the next financial crisis? Join Aviva and her guest Scott Royal Smith, an attorney and real estate investor, on this episode of Commercial Real Estate Secrets as they reveal the straightforward approach to safeguarding your assets and achieving financial freedom. Scott Smith discusses the importance of financial freedom and how to protect your assets and optimize your tax strategies. He shares his pe
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May 8, 2024
A Surprising Way to Thrive in Commercial Real Estate
Have you ever wondered why some brokers thrive in commercial real estate while others struggle to make a mark? Join Aviva and Ken Ashley, Cushman & Wakefield's executive director in Atlanta, as they explore the challenges new brokers face. Ken shares his industry journey and innovative social media tactics, emphasizing tenant representation's significance. He introduces CREI, a community for brokers, along with its extension, CREI Plus. Tune in for insights on thriving in commercial real estate
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May 15, 2024
The Power of Social Media in Commercial Real Estate Branding and Marketing
Are you struggling to find innovative ways to market your properties or yourself in the competitive world of commercial real estate? Join Aviva as she sits down with Mr. David Murphy, the Dock High guy and Executive Vice President at CBRE, to uncover the untapped potential of social media in the industry. David shares his journey from the old-school methods of property hunting to becoming a social media powerhouse in commercial real estate. Discover how embracing social media transformed David'
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June 17, 2024
The #1 Best Way To Create Value with Gary Vaynerchuk
Are you maximizing the full potential of your commercial real estate marketing? Have you ever wondered why your marketing efforts aren't yielding the results you expect? Many commercial real estate professionals fall into the trap of using ineffective strategies, leading to wasted time and resources. The struggle to find what works can be daunting, but there are proven tactics to turn things around. Join Aviva as she chats with Gary Vaynerchuk, a serial entrepreneur who serves as the Chairm...
Recent Episodes
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Sept. 2, 2026
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Warehouse in Denver?
How much does it actually cost to rent a warehouse in Denver, and what should tenants budget beyond the advertised rental rate? In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Secrets, Aviva Sonenreich uses a real 16,000-square-foot industrial property in the Denver market to break down base rent, triple-net expenses, and the true all-in occupancy cost, including why smaller warehouse users should consider underwriting roughly $14–$16 per square foot all-in as a starting point. Aviva also shares five
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Sept. 1, 2026
Why New Construction Is Actually Built Better Than You Think
New construction often gets criticized for being lower quality than older homes, but is that reputation actually deserved? In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Secrets, Aviva Sonenreich sits down with Zach LeMaster, founder and CEO of Rent to Retirement, to explain why today’s building codes and construction standards can make new properties more resilient and attractive investments. Zach also shares how he evaluates builders, invests in markets across the country, builds reliable local tea
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Aug. 26, 2026
Flex Space Explained: What Investors Need to Know
Flex space is attracting growing attention from investors, developers, and businesses, but what exactly makes the asset class work? In this episode of Commercial Real Estate Secrets, Aviva Sonenreich sits down with Hamza Ali to break down what flex space is, who leases it, where development makes sense, and why demand is growing from trades, recreational users, startups, and other emerging businesses. Hamza also shares how he went from his first flex development to building a $50 million project
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Aug. 24, 2026
How He Turned One TV Appearance Into a Media Career
You can be one of the smartest people in your industry, but if nobody knows it, opportunities can pass you by. Aviva Sonenreich sits down with Mitch Roschelle to learn how he went from commercial real estate expert to a recurring national media commentator on Fox Business, Bloomberg, and beyond. Mitch reveals how he made himself valuable to producers, learned to speak to what audiences actually care about, and turned media exposure into greater credibility with investors and business relationshi
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Aug. 19, 2026
How Warehouse Owners Can Prevent Break-Ins Before They Happen
Most warehouse owners don't think about security until after a break-in, stolen equipment, or vandalism. By then, the damage is already done. The real question isn't whether you have security cameras—it's whether anyone is actually watching when something happens. In this episode, Aviva Sonenreich sits down with Mendel Brafman, Founder of Guardian Vale, to discuss how live remote monitoring is helping warehouse owners, property managers, and developers prevent crime before it happens. They expl
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Aug. 17, 2026
The Secret to Building a Real Estate Portfolio While Working Full-Time
How do you build a successful real estate portfolio while working a demanding full-time job? In this episode, Aviva Sonenreich sits down with Dr. Bharat Sangani, cardiologist and founder of Encore Enterprises, to discuss how he built a multi-billion-dollar real estate company while maintaining his medical career. Bharat shares why building the right team was critical to scaling, along with his approach to buying, managing, and exiting commercial real estate. He also explains how he mitigates ris
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