How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate

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

How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate episodes

May 01, 2023 Episode #102 - 3 Ways to ADD VALUE to Your Retail Property!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck, and Joel Thompson discuss 3 simple & effective ways to increase the value of your retail property.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:36 - Today’s topic: 3 ways to increase the value of your retail center!
2:25 - Value increase #1: Exterior capital improvements!
3:08 - How to do the math on tenant renovations to ensure it will be profitable.
8:32 - Value increase #2: Charging extra rent to cover the tenant improvement costs, essentially giving them financing options.
10:10 - Let’s do the math!
16:59 - How we evaluate if we’re going to give a tenant TI dollars or not.
19:02 - Value increase #3: Adding value through your lease!
22:21 - In conclusion…
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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-invest-in-commercial-real-estate/id1543470290?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200
Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
Invest.HowToInvestInCRE.com
Sujay's website: https://bloom.ventures
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26 min
April 24, 2023 Episode #101 - Expanding Our Real Estate Portfolio With New Deals, Locations, and Principles!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck, and Joel Thompson team up with Andrew Thelen- Criterion's new Principle and Director of Capital Gains- to discuss their newest deals and developments.
Time stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:42 - Meet our new Principle and Director of Capital Markets, Andy Thelen!
1:40 - The benefits of Criterion having a new headquarters in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
2:16 - Our newest deal: a development in North Dallas with Retail Partners!
7:25 - What’s the timeline of this deal?
10:23 - The update on our first retail development with Retail Partners in Owasso.
12:05 - It’s distribution time!
14:18 - In conclusion…
*Be Sure to check us out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the Audio version of today's episode!**
https://open.spotify.com/show/08KmNvqGV5HjmHUC8fLuce
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-invest-in-commercial-real-estate/id1543470290?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200
Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
Invest.HowToInvestInCRE.com
Sujay's website: https://bloom.ventures
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15 min
April 19, 2023 EPISODE #100 - A Look Back at Some of Our Favorite Moments!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson celebrate their 100th episode of How to Invest in Commercial Real Estate.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
3:56 - Let the montage begin!
30:16 - In conclusion... THANK YOU!
*Be Sure to check us out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the Audio version of today's episode!**
https://open.spotify.com/show/08KmNvqGV5HjmHUC8fLuce
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-invest-in-commercial-real-estate/id1543470290?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200
Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
Invest.HowToInvestInCRE.com
Sujay's website: https://bloom.ventures
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31 min
March 27, 2023 Episode #099 - How to OWN A HOTEL! With Special Guest Sujay Mehta From Bloom Ventures
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson discuss the logistics of hotel investments with special guest Sujay Mehta.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:37 - Bank collapses & interest rates!
1:57 - Meet our guest: Sujay Mehta with Bloom Ventures!
3:35 - Debunking the myth that the average investor can’t own and operate their own hotel!
4:39 - What are the Cap Rates, Cash on Cash Returns, Debt & Leverage in the hotel industry as compared to retail & multifamily?
8:51 - Talk to us about your portfolio through COVID!
13:50 - “Sujay, I think you need to help us buy a hotel!”
14:05 - What metrics do you factor in to buy on a value basis?
18:02 - Do you take special consideration into the markets you’re entering?
*Be Sure to check us out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the Audio version of today's episode!**
https://open.spotify.com/show/08KmNvqGV5HjmHUC8fLuce
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-invest-in-commercial-real-estate/id1543470290?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200
Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
Invest.HowToInvestInCRE.com
Sujay's website: https://bloom.ventures
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23 min
March 06, 2023 Episode #098 - The Advantages & Disadvantages of GROUND LEASES in Commercial Real Estate!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson discuss the potential benefits & risks of ground leases in commercial real estate.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:14 - Let’s talk about inflation!
1:25 - Updates on our current developments.
3:30 - Today’s topic: the advantages & disadvantages of ground leases!
8:06 - What are the advantages in ground leases for the tenant?
11:21 - How mobile are ground leases?
12:08 - The 99-year ground lease in Tulsa.
12:43 - From a buyers perspective, why would you want to buy a lease hold title? What are the risks and rewards?
16:25 - What are the pros & cons of a build to suit?
18:47 - Last topic: pad-site sales!
21:01 - In conclusion…
*Be Sure to check us out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the Audio version of today's episode!**
https://open.spotify.com/show/08KmNvqGV5HjmHUC8fLuce
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-invest-in-commercial-real-estate/id1543470290?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200
Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
Invest.HowToInvestInCRE.com
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22 min
February 27, 2023 Episode #097 - 5 Ways to AVOID RISK When Purchasing Your FIRST Commercial Real Estate Deal!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson discuss 5 ways to mitigate risk when purchasing your first ever commercial property!
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:37 - The Criterion Building is FINALLY OPEN!
2:33 - Today’s topic: how to avoid RISK on your first CRE deal.
3:05 - Fear holds many people back from taking action.
3:38 - Tip #1: Don’t buy anything you can’t afford, but don’t play it small. Buy an asset worth having!
6:03 - Tip #2: Buy deals that cash flow from DAY ONE.
8:50 - Tip #3: Go into your deals with EXTRA CASH!
12:30 - TIP #4: DON’T manage your first property. Outsource it to a third party- maybe even Joel’s property management team!
14:10 - Tip #5 - Make a 3-YEAR BUDGET of income & expenses when underwriting the deal. Get help with underwriting your first deal. Contact us for recommendations!
16:19 - BONUS TIP: Stay in YOUR market, so long as it’s sufficient size!
18:29 - In conclusion…
*Be Sure to check us out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the Audio version of today's episode!**
https://open.spotify.com/show/08KmNvqGV5HjmHUC8fLuce
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-invest-in-commercial-real-estate/id1543470290?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200
Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
Invest.HowToInvestInCRE.com
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21 min
February 20, 2023Episode #096 - "Successfully Unemployed" with Special Guest Dustin Heiner!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson discuss the life and career path of a real estate success story who became financially free at the age of 37.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:51 - Dustin Heiner’s origin story and how he was able to quit his job
8:10 - How did you go about buying more real estate?
12:00 - Are there any key cities / market’s you’ve focused on?
14:46 - Do you have a team that analyzes properties for you?
17:50 - Are all of your deals residential?
18:49 - What does your equity structure look like?
20:32 - Tell us more about your online businesses!
*Be Sure to check us out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the Audio version of today's episode!**
https://open.spotify.com/show/08KmNvqGV5HjmHUC8fLuce
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-invest-in-commercial-real-estate/id1543470290?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200
Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
Invest.HowToInvestInCRE.com
Dustin's Links:
Free Real Estate Investing Course:
Text "RENTAL" to 33777 or go to https://masterpassiveincome.com/freecourse
Master Passive Income Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5LlbtWnBS2PLGN1JFV3szn
Real Estate Wealth Builders Conference: https://rewbcon.com
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26 min
February 13, 2023 Episode #095 - Why SETTING GOALS Will Change Your Life!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson discuss the power of goal-setting and utilizing your subconscious mind to make your dreams come true.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:18 - Thinking about giving up on your New Years resolutions? Keep fighting!
1:37 - Step 1: get clear on your DREAM!
5:04 - Roughly 75% of Americans are unhappy at their job… Why is this?
10:03 - Our subconscious beliefs might be holding us back from our goals. Watch out for subconscious sabotage!
12:28 - The story of Brian’s goal to generate more passive income.
14:22 - Reminiscing on our first real estate goals & the work required to make them come true!
16:09 - The subconscious mind can also be a positive catalyst toward making our dreams come true.
18:08 - You’re still going to have to work your @$$ off, but it will be well worth it!
20:51 - In conclusion: surround yourself with people that have achieved your goals, and block out a chunk of time to work toward them every day!
*Be Sure to check us out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the Audio version of today's episode!**
https://open.spotify.com/show/08KmNvqGV5HjmHUC8fLuce
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-invest-in-commercial-real-estate/id1543470290?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200
Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
Invest.HowToInvestInCRE.com
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25 min
February 06, 2023 Episode #094 - 4 Simple Steps to Evaluate Any Deal in Commercial Real Estate!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck and Joel Thompson discuss 4 simple tools that you can use to evaluate any commercial real estate deal.
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:33 - Market Update: Interest rates rise again.
4:48 - Topic of the day: how to evaluate CRE deals!
5:31 - Evaluation Step #1: CAP Rate.
9:01 - Evaluation Step #2: Cash on Cash.
12:54 - Evaluation Step #3: Equity Multiple.
16:14- Evaluation Step #4: Internal Rate of Return.
*Be Sure to check us out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the Audio version of today's episode!**
https://open.spotify.com/show/08KmNvqGV5HjmHUC8fLuce
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-invest-in-commercial-real-estate/id1543470290?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200
Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
Invest.HowToInvestInCRE.com
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22 min
January 31, 2023 Episode #093 - Self-Storage Investing and Blockchain Technology With Special Guest Scott Krone!
Today hosts Braden Cheek, Brian Duck, Joel Thompson and special guest Scott Krone discuss a type of asset class The Criterion Fund has always been curious about: self-storage facilities!
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:08 - Who is Scott Krone? A little bit on Scott’s background.
3:22 - What influenced the decision to move into self-storage facilities?
6:07 - Self Storage CAP Rates fluctuate based on the individual assets.
7:17 - What type of buildings are you buying and repurposing?
7:50 - How are you funding these deals?
8:46 - How long is your hold period, and what IRR are you pitching?
9:38 - Scott’s new blockchain app, STOR, that allows investors and renters to facilitate self-storage opportunities.
14:48 - What does success mean to you?
*Be Sure to check us out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for the Audio version of today's episode!**
https://open.spotify.com/show/08KmNvqGV5HjmHUC8fLuce
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-invest-in-commercial-real-estate/id1543470290?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200
Links mentioned in this episode:
www.TheCriterionFund.com
www.HowToInvestInCRE.TV
Invest.HowToInvestInCRE.com
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23 min