Guest: Bruce Talley - Worldwide Sales, Business Development Professional

Bruce shares his unconventional path from investment banking and international development to founding destination service businesses across Russia, Brazil, Japan, and now Ukraine. Drawing on decades of experience in post-Soviet and frontier markets, he explains why residential real estate in cities like Kyiv, Lviv, and Odessa may be deeply undervalued despite ongoing geopolitical risk.

The conversation dives into how individual apartment ownership works in Ukraine, why foreign investors can legally hold assets through onshore entities, and how historical precedents from Poland, the Czech Republic, and the Baltics shaped this investment thesis. Bruce also outlines his fund’s focus on diversification, unlevered returns, downside protection, and long-term exit strategies tied to European institutional buyers.

This episode offers a thoughtful, risk-aware discussion for family offices evaluating international real estate, contrarian strategies, and post-conflict markets, while emphasizing disciplined underwriting, capital preservation, and long-term value creation.

Guest: Justin Bakewell – Head of Client Strategy

In this episode of the Family Office Real Estate Institute Podcast, DJ Van Keuren welcomes Justin Bakewell, Managing Director, Strategy & Head of Mid-Atlantic at Pitcairn (formerly Brightside Partners). Justin shares how Pitcairn guides families through the complexities of multi-generational wealth—aligning purpose, values, and financial strategy. The conversation explores how family offices can strengthen communication, formalize governance, and create enduring investment frameworks that preserve both capital and legacy. From investment policy statements to succession planning, Justin offers rare insights into how families can move from reactive financial management to intentional, principle-based decision-making. This episode provides clear, actionable wisdom for advisors and family office leaders seeking to build resilience and long-term impact.

Guest: Justin Papadakis - Deputy CEO & Chief Real Estate Officer at USL

In this episode of the Family Office Real Estate Institute Podcast, host DJ Van Keuren sits down with Justin Papadakis, Deputy CEO and Chief Real Estate Officer at the United Soccer League (USL).

Justin shares how real estate development has become a cornerstone of USL’s growth strategy, from building state-of-the-art soccer-specific stadiums to creating mixed-use districts that serve as anchors for community development. He discusses the intersection of sports, real estate, and city planning, and how leagues like USL are leveraging real estate to fuel expansion, attract investors, and deliver long-term value.

This conversation covers the challenges and opportunities of stadium development, the economics of professional sports real estate, and what family offices can learn from the USL’s innovative approach to growth.

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Guest: Cory Bultinck – Partner, Wipfli LLP

In this episode of the Family Office Real Estate Institute Podcast, DJ Van Keuren speaks with Cory Bultinck, Partner at Wipfli LLP, about the vital role that accounting, reporting, and financial structure play in real estate investing for family offices. Cory shares insights gained from decades of working with ultra-high-net-worth families, uncovering how many offices unintentionally expose themselves to risk by underestimating the importance of proper financial systems.

The conversation explores common mistakes made in real estate accounting, why entity structuring is often neglected, and how families can better prepare for future transitions of wealth and asset ownership. Cory explains why internal controls and regular reporting are essential not just for compliance, but for protecting long-term legacy and maximizing returns. This episode offers practical advice for both newly formed and well-established family offices looking to bring more financial clarity and discipline to their real estate portfolios.

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In this episode of the Family Office Real Estate Institute Podcast, host DJ Van Keuren sits down with Scott Snow, CPA, Partner at ProVision, to explore the often-overlooked world of real estate tax strategy. Scott brings decades of experience advising high-net-worth individuals and family offices on maximizing deductions, managing passive losses, leveraging cost segregation, and structuring 1031 exchanges.

Whether you're a seasoned investor or a family office executive, this episode offers actionable tax insights that can significantly impact your bottom line.

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Guest: Sal Lupoli - CEO Lupoli Companies

Guest: Mark Allen | President & Chief Development Officer | Royal Oak Realty Trust

The interview discusses Royal Oak's buy-and-hold investment approach, low property turnover, and historically consistent returns around 10% annually delivered through reliable dividend income. Royal Oak determines share price on a quarterly basis using multiple valuation reports and metrics to arrive at a determined share value. Listeners learn about Royal Oak's limited redemption policies for investors, quarterly reporting, and organic growth having raised over $450M with over 1,100 investors. The podcast provides useful context on private REIT structures, net lease real estate, investment strategy, risk management, and performance.