Why is CMBS all over the news? Lonnie Hendry explains: commercial real estate is an opaque market, and CMBS data is a stable, transparent layer inside it. Aviva sits down on Commercial Real Estate Secrets with Lonnie Hendry, Chief Product Officer at Trepp, a data and analytics firm built into…
Real estate syndication fees aren't necessarily a red flag, but undisclosed fees should raise questions. From acquisition and disposition fees to asset management and property management fees, investors need to understand how their syndicator gets paid before committing capital. Watch the full episode for more real estate syndication insights and…
Aviva just sold an industrial outdoor storage (IOS) property in Arizona she has never set foot on. Is that the new normal in CRE? Aviva sits down with Chris Roth, a broker with 20 years in the business, to talk about what it means when state lines stop mattering in…
If a real estate syndication is such a great deal, why isn’t the sponsor investing their own money? Multifamily investor Natasha Falconi explains why skin in the game matters in real estate syndication, especially when sponsors collect fees. Before you invest, ask how much of their own money they’re putting…
How much does health insurance red tape add to the cost of healthcare? Congressional candidate Dr. Shimon Blau discusses insurance denials, prior authorization, administrative costs, and his view on reforms that could help reduce healthcare costs for consumers. Watch the full conversation for more on healthcare policy and Colorado’s 1st…
Just got your real estate license? Here's what to do next. Aviva sits down in person with Ciara Monfort, her very first mentee in commercial real estate, to talk about how she got started, what she'd tell anyone new to the business, and why finding a mentor was the best…
Denver restaurants are facing new recycling and composting requirements as the city implements its Waste No More program. Aviva Sonenreich and congressional candidate Dr. Shimon Blau discuss what additional operating costs can mean for restaurants, employees, consumers, and Denver’s small business community. Watch the full conversation for more on Denver…
Why is it so difficult to start or build a business in Denver, Colorado? Congressional candidate Dr. Shimon Blau and Aviva Sonenreich discuss Denver permitting delays, development costs, and the impact lengthy approval processes can have on local small business owners. Watch the full conversation for more on Denver business,…
But what are we actually doing to make it easier to build? That’s the question behind this part of my conversation with Dr. Shimon Blau. We talk zoning, permitting, development, and the role government can play in removing barriers to housing supply. Watch the full interview now.
What happens when the cost of doing business keeps climbing? Denver restaurants are facing pressure from rising operating costs, and the impact can extend beyond restaurant owners to employees, landlords, vendors, and the broader local economy. Watch the full conversation for more on Denver businesses, commercial real estate, and the…
Looking to buy, sell, or lease commercial real estate? Before you do anything else, you need the right commercial real estate broker on your side — and most people get this wrong. Aviva's top 5 ways to find a good commercial real estate broker: 1. Ask for referrals 2. Use…
Sales gets you in the door. This is what keeps you there — according to Ken Ashley, who's spent 30 years as Executive Director at Cushman & Wakefield and become one of the most recognizable voices in commercial real estate. Ken tells Aviva about the brutal first year that almost…
What does your congressperson actually do for you? Congressional offices can help constituents navigate federal agencies, work on legislation, and advocate for federal funding and projects affecting their districts. Dr. Shimon Blau explains how he views the role of a representative in Colorado’s 1st Congressional District. #denver #colorado
Some voters say the political parties they once identified with no longer feel the same. Congressional candidate Dr. Shimon Blau discusses independent voters, feeling “politically orphaned,” and his view that ideas should matter more than party labels. Watch the full conversation for more on his views on politics, business, and…
Social media often rewards the most extreme political voices because outrage drives clicks, views, and shares. Aviva Sonenreich and congressional candidate Dr. Shimon Blau discuss polarization and his view that progress requires people willing to work across political lines. Watch the full conversation for more on politics, business, and Colorado’s…
Could Denver lose 14,000 jobs? Dr. Shimon Blau breaks down what's at stake for Denver's small businesses this November. Watch the full conversation with Aviva → link in the comments #Shorts #Denver #Colorado
Could Denver lose 14,000 jobs? Dr. Shimon Blau — the independent physician who just pulled off one of the biggest political upsets in Denver history — sits down with Aviva to talk about what's actually at stake for Denver's small businesses this November. Dr. Blau explains how he gathered over…
Not every post needs to teach something. Educational niche content builds expertise, but entertaining content can reach people your usual posts never will. Watch the full episode for more on content creation, personal branding, and building an audience.
Most people think putting yourself out there is cringe until it starts working. Facing social anxiety, taking uncomfortable risks, and creating genuine connections can unlock opportunities you never expected. Watch the full episode for more lessons on personal branding, networking, and building a career in commercial real estate.
What is a real estate syndication? Natasha Falconi, a multifamily investor and syndicator in South Florida, breaks it down in plain terms — but the real value here is what most first-time investors miss: how syndicator fees actually work, why they're not the problem, and the specific red flags that…
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…
