In commercial real estate, chasing quick returns can cost you. The investors who can hold through market cycles, protect cash flow, and think long term are often the ones positioned to win. Watch the full episode for more commercial real estate investing insights.
Commercial real estate isn’t a quick-money strategy. Markets move through cycles, and investors need the patience and capital to think long term. Watch the full episode for more lessons on commercial real estate investing and building wealth through market cycles.
My father refused to hire me, so I built my own commercial real estate career from scratch. I started by cold-calling business owners in a building slated for demolition, which eventually launched my path into tenant representation. This is the story of how I stopped waiting for an opportunity and…
My dad wouldn't hire me. Twelve years later, I bought his company. In this in-person interview, I finally sit down and tell my full origin story — how I actually got started in commercial real estate, why nobody was posting about this industry before I did, and how a bored…
Buying at the right price is only part of a successful real estate investment. How you manage the property and when you exit can matter just as much. Watch the full episode for more commercial real estate investing strategies.
Success doesn’t always come from reinventing the wheel. Staying humble, recognizing where the market is going, and executing what already works can be more powerful than trying to prove you’re the smartest person in the room. Watch the full episode for more lessons on real estate investing, business, and long-term…
"Your goal as a commercial broker is to become famous." David Murphy, Vice Chairman at CBRE (and known across the industry as "The Dock High Guy"), explains why personal branding isn't optional in commercial real estate anymore — and why it never really was. In this episode, David shares how…
Commercial real estate rarely makes mainstream news until there’s massive vacancy, controversy, or a market crisis. Why? “Boring” CRE doesn’t generate headlines the way bad news does. Watch the full episode for more on commercial real estate, media, and what actually gets airtime.
The best content isn’t about what you want to talk about. It’s about what your audience actually wants to hear. Watch the full episode for more lessons on podcasting, content creation, and building an audience.
Everyone knows Nvidia's earnings calls and leather-jacket keynotes — but do you actually know what's happening day to day? David Auerbach, CEO of Hoya Capital, makes the case for why REITs disclose more than almost any company on Wall Street. #REITs #investing #commercialrealestate
Nvidia's CEO tells you about the business on stage in a leather jacket, then you wait for quarterly earnings to find out if it's true. Publicly traded REITs, according to David Auerbach, Chief Investment Officer at Hoya Capital, actually disclose more granular information than almost any other sector — down…
Want to become a go-to TV expert? Learn to speak intelligently about what’s happening in the news and explain complicated topics in 30 seconds. Watch the full episode for more media, personal branding, and thought leadership strategies.
"Wouldn't you want to meet the person who built that skyscraper?" Matt Geiger, commercial real estate reporter for Business Den, explains why he thinks CRE reporting isn't boring — it just requires writing about people, not buildings. In this episode, Matt shares how he digs through public records to find…
He came to America 12 years ago and is now developing a $50 million property. His biggest takeaway? Access to capital and leverage created opportunities he says he couldn't have found elsewhere. Watch the full episode for his journey and lessons from building a commercial real estate business in America.
Before you invest in a multifamily syndication, use these 4 rules to vet the sponsor first. Ken Gee has spent years watching real estate deals succeed and fail, and narrowed it down to four things every passive investor should check before wiring money to any sponsor — whether the deal…
For startups and growing businesses, traditional office space can mean long leases, buildout costs, and more commitment than they actually need. Flex space offers a simpler, more adaptable alternative. Watch the full episode to learn more about flex space and commercial real estate.
Multifamily real estate is hitting a wall as oversupply crushes valuations in key markets. Ken Gee joins the show to break down why developers built too much, why rents are rising despite the glut, and how investors can navigate this challenging cycle. If you are looking to understand the current…
Flex space combines office and warehouse space in one adaptable commercial property, often around 10% office and 90% open warehouse or flexible space. Watch the full episode to learn how flex industrial real estate works and why businesses use it. #commercialrealestate #flexspace
Multifamily developers are getting crushed right now — and it's not what most investors think. Ken Gee has spent almost 30 years investing through every real estate cycle — the financial crisis, Covid, and now this one. In this episode he breaks down exactly why valuations are collapsing in markets…
New home builds are changing the market. Learn why modern construction standards impact your insurance costs today. Many buyers assume all residential properties carry similar risks, but that ignores how construction standards have evolved. This discussion examines why new home builds benefit from updated building codes that were not available…
A great location doesn't automatically make a great real estate investment. The price you pay, the people running the project, and when you sell can determine whether the deal actually works. Watch the full episode for more commercial real estate investing lessons.
You don't have to perfectly time the real estate market. You need enough capital to survive when the cycle turns against you. Watch the full episode for more commercial real estate investing strategies and lessons.
What is flex space? Hamza Ali breaks it down simply: a combination of office and warehouse — usually around 10% office, 90% open flexible space — that's become the go-to starting point for businesses that would have once started in a garage. In this episode, Hamza shares his three tenant…
Real estate investing requires more than money. You need the right team, enough time to manage your investments, and enough capital to survive the worst-case scenario. Watch the full episode for more lessons on commercial real estate investing.
