In this episode, we dive into the unpredictable challenges of real estate investing, from dead cats in make-ready properties to navigating fires, lawsuits, and tenant issues, while sharing insights on turning these obstacles into opportunities.

Time Stamp: 00:00 - Introduction and Dead Cats Story 01:13 - Closing the St. Louis Deal 03:19 - Amarillo Shopping Center Acquisition 04:25 - Petra Max Gas Station Deal 06:46 - Losing Earnest Money 09:03 - Fires in Multi-Family Properties 10:06 - Dealing with Roof Leaks 12:30 - Lawsuits and Legal Battles 15:52 - Bug Infestations in Properties 18:05 - Tenants Not Paying Rent

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Join us today as LA lending expert Kamyar Rezaie discusses the basics and benefits of SBA loans for commercial real estate investors.

Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction and guest Kamyar's background. 1:19 - Kamyar's start in real estate and transition to commercial lending. 2:40 - Helping high net worth individuals during the 2008 housing crash. 4:55 - Explanation of SBA loans and their benefits for owner-occupiers. 6:00 - Qualification process for SBA loans. 8:20 - Comparison between SBA loans and conventional commercial loans. 10:37 - Current state of the real estate market in Southern California. 12:52 - Creative strategies in commercial real estate lending. 14:01 - Forecast for interest rates in the next 12-24 months. 17:20 - Contact information and conclusion.

Kamyar's social links: https://wembleysinc.com/ https://www.facebook.com/wembleysinc https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamyarkrezaie/ https://www.instagram.com/wembleysinc https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbWdFlWcZ09iuEgqh7FKuxg

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Explore how to successfully pivot into commercial real estate without a degree.

Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction and career pivot discussion. 1:22 - Overview of recent deals in St. Louis and Amarillo. 2:31 - Details about the grocery-anchored center in Houston. 3:50 - Discussing fear and knowledge in commercial real estate. 4:53 - Overcoming the negative perception of learning. 6:24 - The burden of learning and its impact on career transitions. 7:32 - The benefits of continuous learning in real estate. 8:42 - Practical learning vs. traditional education. 10:50 - Importance of partnerships in commercial real estate. 14:01 - Hiring experts and focusing on strengths.

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In this episode, we discuss building credibility with brokers, our latest $10 million shopping center acquisition, securing financing and investor relationships, and preparing to transition from a W-2 job to a career in commercial real estate.

Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:45 - Inside Our Latest $10 Million Acquisition: A Shopping Center Next to Target 1:17 - Investment Insights: Achieving 11% Cash on Cash and 18% IRR Returns 2:32 - Challenges and Triumphs: Acquiring a Shopping Center in Amarillo, Texas 4:37 - From W-2 to Financial Freedom: Preparing for a Career in Commercial Real Estate 6:45 - Building Strong Lender Relationships for Your First Commercial Real Estate Deal 10:00 - Finding Investors: Essential Strategies for Securing Down Payments 13:30 - Navigating the Market: Effective Broker Relationships in Commercial Real Estate 17:02 - A Success Story: Transitioning from W-2 to Real Estate Investor 21:22 - Passive Income Strategies for High-Income Earners in Commercial Real Estate

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Join us as Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell shares insights on Oklahoma's booming commercial real estate market, the state's economic growth, and exciting investor opportunities.

Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction and Saint Louis Acquisition 1:07 - Guest Introduction: Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell 2:12 - Oklahoma's Economic Highlights 3:20 - Population Growth and Business Recruitment 5:34 - Quality of Life and Community Involvement 6:40 - Aerospace Industry Insights 7:51 - Business Friendliness and Incentives 9:58 - Key Growth Areas in Oklahoma 11:10 - Housing and Development Programs 12:36 - Resources for More Information 14:58 - Exciting Upcoming Developments 16:07 - Closing Remarks

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In this episode of "How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate," Arturo Saldivar shares his transformative journey from a $15,000 Craigslist property flip to managing a booming portfolio of multifamily units, revealing his strategies for achieving high returns and his vision for future expansions.

Time Stamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Recap of Recent Activities 00:01:13 - Highlighting the Nonrefundable Deal on a St. Louis Shopping Center 00:03:33 - Guest Introduction: Arturo Saldivar’s Journey from Flipping Houses to Multifamily Investments 00:06:48 - Arturo’s First Flip: A Detailed Success Story 00:09:01 - Transition to Multifamily: Arturo Discusses His Current Investments and Future Plans 00:13:29 - Financing Challenges and Strategies in Multifamily Investments 00:17:59 - Exploring Real Estate Syndication and Closing Thoughts 00:19:02 - Episode Wrap-Up and Teaser for Next Episode

Arturo's Links: https://www.asmultifamily.com https://www.ksapropertymanagement.com Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/r2ro11/

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Discover the transformative journey of Jerry Rosengarten, from inventing the Leisure Suit to becoming a commercial real estate mogul, sharing invaluable insights and strategies for success in the ever-evolving real estate landscape.

Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction & Jerry Rosengarten’s Background 1:17 - Entry into Commercial Real Estate 2:27 - Transition from Textile to Real Estate 4:51 - Repurposing Office Spaces & Pandemic Impact 5:58 - Exploring Commercial Real Estate Strategies 7:09 - Success with Medical Building Project 9:28 - The Concept of "Drizzle" in Real Estate 11:53 - Insights on Long-term Leasing 13:04 - Current Projects & Future Plans 15:37 - Jerry’s Book & Ventures Beyond Real Estate 18:04 - Invention for Apple Watch: The Slide 19:19 - Closing Remarks & Book Information

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Join Criterion for Episode 143 of 'How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate,' where we discuss the quickest way to increase wealth in real estate investing - strategic rent growth.

Time Stamps: 0:00 - Introduction and Overview of Commercial Real Estate 1:24 - Field Trip to Muskogee: Insights and Developments 2:37 - Highlighting Recent Commercial Real Estate Deals 3:43 - How and Why Commercial Properties Appreciate 6:01 - Increasing Net Operating Income (NOI) for Better Returns 8:38 - Assessing Tenant Leases for Value Optimization 10:47 - Implementing Value Add Strategies Without Physical Renovation 13:06 - Case Study: Maximizing Property Value Through Rent Increases 15:17 - The Power of Real Estate Investment and Final Thoughts

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