How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate

By Criterion, Braden Cheek, Brian Duck, Joel ThompsonBusiness Investing

How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate episodes

July 24, 2023 Episode 112 - Maximizing Returns with Retail Developments!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson discuss how to maximize investor returns in this current economy by focusing on building & developing retail centers.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:12 - Introduction and Catching Up after Time Off
2:16 - Launching a New Deal - Grand Prairie Learning Center
3:20 - Challenges in Acquiring Cash Flowing Real Estate
4:26 - Shift in Focus to Development Deals
5:32 - Understanding the Feasibility Period for Development
6:35 - Controlling Land and Gathering Tenants' Interest
7:36 - Selling to 1031 Exchange Buyers
8:38 - Comparing Cap Rate to Unleveraged Return on Cost
10:51 - The Importance of Location in Development
18:26 - The Risk of Tying Up Land without Closing Deals
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www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
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22 min
July 03, 2023 Episode 111 - Warehouse Investing, Cannabis Boom, and the Power of Social Media with Aviva!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson discuss warehouse investing, cannabis, and digital marketing with social media powerhouse Aviva Sonenreich!
Time stamps:
0:00 - Introduction and Announcement of Latest Investment Opportunity
1:13 - Federal Interest Rates and Inflation Update
2:29 - Introduction of Aviva, Managing Broker of The Warehouse Hotline
3:47 - Aviva's Background and Family Legacy in Warehousing
5:00 - Embracing Social Media in Commercial Real Estate
6:05 - Impact of Legalized Marijuana on Denver's Warehouse Market
7:08 - Challenges and Changes in the Cannabis Industry
8:19 - Bringing Commercial Real Estate Online and Building a Community
9:34 - Adding Value to the Family Business through Social Media
10:40 - Overwhelming Curiosity and Investment Interest
11:50 - Long-Term Game and Cyclicality of Commercial Real Estate
13:02 - Understanding and Navigating the Market Cycles
14:11 - Wrapping Up and Contacting Aviva at The Warehouse Hotline
Aviva's Website: https://warehousehotline.com
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Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
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15 min
June 26, 2023 Episode 110 - Building a THRIVING Real Estate Community: Insights from Kathy Portley With Tulsa REIA
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson bring on special guest Kathy Portley to discuss the importance of networking in real estate and the recent expansion of the Tulsa Real Estate Investors Association.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction and Updates
1:10 - Meet Kay and the Tulsa Real Estate Investors Association
2:14 - Growing the Association from 2,100 to over 9,000 Members
3:33 - Creating a Platform for Community Building and Deal-Making
4:39 - Importance of Networking Events and Expos
5:43 - The Power of Connections and Information in Real Estate Deals
6:59 - Communication Channels and Membership Features
8:08 - Overcoming Challenges and Seeking Guidance
9:08 - Free Resources and Learning Opportunities at Association Meetings
10:14 - Partnership with Community Tulsa for Commercial and Industrial Development
11:25 - Upcoming Topics and Guest Speakers
12:28 - Building the Right Team and Future Plans for the Association
Tulsa REIA's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/tulsareia
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Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
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19 min
June 19, 2023 Episode 109 - Empowering WOMEN in Commercial Real Estate with Beth Azor!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson sit down with Beth Azor of Azor Advisory Services to discuss the importance of empowering women to get involved in commercial real estate investing!
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction and excitement about guest interviews
1:13 - Beth Azor's background and entry into commercial real estate investing
2:15 - Initial hesitations and eventual investment decision
3:21 - First LP investment and subsequent investments as a GP
4:25 - Addressing the gender disparity in commercial real estate investing
5:30 - Importance of women's participation in the industry
6:31 - Beth's efforts to engage women in commercial real estate investing
7:35 - Investing in commercial real estate and learning from experienced investors
8:37 - Creating opportunities for women through conferences and property tours
9:42 - Success of the Women's CRE Investment Summit and future plans
10:55 - Motivation for investing in LP and impressive returns
11:56 - Remarkable appreciation of a property investment over 16 years
18:38 - In conclusion…
Beth's Website:
https://www.bethazor.com
Beth's Twitter:
https://twitter.com/Bethazor1?s=20
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Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
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21 min
June 12, 2023 Episode 108 - Leveraging Google Ads in Commercial Real Estate with Special Guest Max Fisher!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck, and Joel Thompson join special guest Max Fisher (aka Commercial Real Estate Max) to discuss how he averages 75 transactions per year by leveraging google ads.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:34 -Update on our closing in Princeton, Texas and the progress of our other deals.
1:52 - Introducing today’s guest: Max Fisher, aka “Commercial Real Estate Max”!
2:40 - How did you get into the corporate leasing side?
3:43 - What is the target of your google ad searches?
6:30 - Max’s story is similar to a lot of those who have entered commercial real estate.
8:45 - What are the pros of industrial real estate?
11:15 - What type of returns are you able to get investors on these industrial deals in Tucson?
12:35 - Do you plan to expand beyond Tuscon?
13:33 - This is a great testimony to those looking to get into commercial real estate!
16:20 - 75 transactions a year?!
20:06 - In conclusion…
*Be Sure to check us out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the Audio version of today's episode!**
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Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
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22 min
June 05, 2023 Episode 107 - How to ADD VALUE to Your LEASE RENEWALS!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson discuss how to add easy value to your lease renewals in commercial real estate.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:07 - We just wrapped up ICSC Vegas!
2:57 - Today’s topic: how to add easy value in your lease renewals!
4:02 - First and foremost: transition all of your leases to triple net leases & do your best to get an admin fee.
6:53 - We want RENT INCREASES!
12:26 - Distribute deferred maintenance items proportionately.
17:04 - Explore your OPTIONS!
20:17 - Make sure the triple net language in your lease is as TIGHT AS POSSIBLE.
23:36 - Final point: the rent you’re getting is the most important thing!
26:57 - Final final tip: don’t let your property manager negotiate your leases!
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Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
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29 min
May 30, 2023 Episode #106 - 9 Ways to FINANCE Your Next CRE Deal!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson discuss 9 of the most effective ways to finance commercial real estate deals.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:20 - What’s new?
1:21 - Today’s topic: 9 ways to finance your CRE deals!
3:18 - #1: Using local, regional banks.
7:02 - #2: HUD loans.
11:10 - #3: Fannie / Freddie financing.
15:44 - #4: Life company loans.
20:07 - #5: Commercial backed security loans.
24:39 - #6: Private equity.
26:09 - #7: Preferred equity.
29:29 - #8: Mezzanine debt.
32:59 - #9: Crowdfunding!
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Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
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35 min
May 22, 2023 Episode #105 - Buying Commercial Real Estate Deals OUT OF STATE!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson discuss various tips and precautions an investor should apply to successfully purchase out of state commercial real estate.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:26 - Today’s topic: How did we get comfortable with out of state deals?
1:46 - Joel’s first deal out of market.
4:00 - There’s fundamentals that you can rely on when evaluating deals.
6:05 - The pros of buying out of market.
7:15 - Think about businesses that would’ve been afraid to expand!
8:35 - Contact local broker & managers to get as much information as possible.
9:20 - In conclusion…
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www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
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14 min
May 15, 2023 Episode #104 - The Ultimate Guide to Profitable Land investments With Special Guest Brent Bowers!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson bring a new topic to the podcast with special guest Brent Bowers: LAND INVESTING!
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:43 - Say hello to special guest Brent Bowers with Land Sharks! Here’s a little bit on his background.
5:19 - Tell us about your first couple of deals when you ventured into land investing!
9:38 - As Brent’s confidence grew, so did the deals.
11:00 - What were these people doing with the land that you were seller financing?
12:37 - Is your technique the same as it was when you started out?
14:23 - This is a testimony of doing whatever it takes to get your foot in the door!
16:59- When you say you look up places in demand, what exactly are you looking for?
18:31 - How much competition are you running into?
20:10 - What’s the tax situation looking like?
22:16 - What are you using to scale this outside of yourself?
23:38 - What is the largest piece of land you’ve ever purchased, and what was the most expensive?
26:04 - In conclusion…
*Be Sure to check us out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the Audio version of today's episode!**
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Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
Invest.HowToInvestInCRE.com
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Brent's Links:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brentlbowers/?hl=en
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brentlbowers1?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
Website: thelandsharks.com
28 min
May 08, 2023 Episode #103 - How to GET RICH QUICKER!
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:47 - We still have opportunities for investors to get in on our Princeton deal, AND some other new deals!
2:43 - Topic for today: how to get rich quick(er) when you’re starting out with nothing.
4:11 - Technique #1: Spend (dramatically) less than you make!
6:19 - Technique #2: Stop buying liabilities!
8:30 - Technique #3: Keeping your money in a bank account makes you poorer!
12:15 - Technique #4: Allocate your money into investments! Time is money.
14:49 - The rule of 72!
16:49 - Work DAILY on your financial education!
19:40 - You might have to change your circle of influence. Mentors are a must!
22:56 - Technique #6: The rich buy ASSETS!
26:25 - Technique #7: Track your NET WORTH!
28:28 - In conclusion…
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Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
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Sujay's website: https://bloom.ventures
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32 min