The CRE Project

In this episode we take a deep dive into communicating as a CRE Professional. We will dissect how to write an effective email, learn about the rules of texting and how to communicate on the phone either through direct contact or through voicemail! Tons of very valuable information PACKED into this episode!

LAURA MATHIS CONTACT INFORMATION 

Laura Mathis

Executive Communication Coach

The Speech Improvement Company

www.speechimprovement.com

617-739-3330  Speak With Confidence

501 Congress Avenue, STE 200

Austin, Texas 78701

In today's episode, we learn from one of the best in the Industry, Beth Azor. Affectionately known as ‘The Canvassing Queen™’ Beth Azor is the founder and owner of Azor Advisory Services (AAS), a leading commercial real estate advisory and investment firm based in Southeast Florida.

We will learn several proven tips when it comes to prospecting for the shopping center. Beth has taught thousands of brokers all over the nation different techniques to fill vacancy in Shopping Centers. 

We will also learn how to utilize Social Media to build a brand in the commercial real estate space! 

Action-Packed! 

SHOW NOTES 

BETH AZOR CONTACT INFORMATION

Beth Azor

(305) 970-0416

[email protected]

In today's episode, we learn from an industry leader, Steve Maestas. Steve is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Maestas Development Group and founder of NAI Maestas & Ward, the largest commercial real estate management and brokerage firm in New Mexico. Steve is a recognized expert in multiple facets of commercial real estate with more than 30 years of hands-on experience. In addition to operating his brokerage and development, Steve Maestas was appointed deputy chair of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City Board of Directors on Jan. 1, 2017.  Prior to this role, Mr. Maestas served as chair of the Kansas City Board of Directors from 2015-2016. We will learn about how he navigated his path to success in commercial real estate, how to overcome fear and implement best practices in life and business. 

STEVE MAESTAS CONTACT INFORMATION

Steve Maestas

Maestas Development Group 

Direct: 505-878-0004

Website: mdgrealestate.com

In this episode we speak with Josh Skarsgard, an active single tenant net leased real estate developer on what it takes to be a successful developer in the retail space. Joshua Skarsgard (“Josh”) founded Retail Southwest Development, LLC in 2015 to provide retail real estate development services to tenants and commercial landowners throughout the southwestern United States. Prior to launching RSD, Josh was the owner of The Skarsgard Firm, P.C. which provided commercial real estate legal services to clients statewide. Josh’s legal representations were focused on real estate transactions, lease review, and land use entitlements. Josh is currently developing numerous retail shopping centers and restaurant projects and has a passion for acquiring and entitling properties to give them the ability to be successful projects. 

This is an awesome episode that is packed with information on information relating to financing development, structuring partnerships and building relationships with national retailers. 

Josh Skarsgard Contact Information

Josh Skarsgard

Phone: 505-262-2323

Email: [email protected]

website: retailsouthwest.com

In today's show we take a deep dive into the world of restaurants. We will hear from Matt Digregory, a well know and well established restauranteur that grew his concept from one restaurant to eight. We will learn what he looks for in real estate and also his opinion in what to look out for when leasing space to a restaurateur. 

Matt Digregory Contact Information

Matt Digregory 

Phone: 505-293-2633

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.rangecafe.com/

In this episode with learn from two very dynamic commercial real estate developers, Lance Sigmon and Brad Allen. They walk us through their history, some war stories and most importantly understanding partnerships, syndications and what it takes to make it in commercial development. You will get insight into how they underwrite deals and how they plan for any recession.  Very, very, valuable information. 

Brad has been involved in real estate brokerage, development, and investing since 1995. He co-founded Allen Sigmon Real Estate Group with Lance Sigmon in 2011. Prior to this he was the Sales Manager at Roger Cox & Associates in 1997 and then promoted to President in 2001, where he served for 10 years.

He has been involved in the ground-up development and redevelopment of approximately 1,500,000 square feet and currently owns and manages approximately 1,200,000 square feet of retail, office, multi-family, hotel, and industrial space. Brad has been involved in over 40 partnerships that have proven to be a vital component of his success. He is familiar with all aspects of development, whether it’s acquiring raw or developed land, working with architects and designers for optimal functionality and layout on new construction or existing buildings.

Lance Sigmon co-founded Allen Sigmon Real Estate Group with Brad Allen in 2011, after over seven years as a top producing commercial real estate broker. Today, Allen Sigmon Real Estate group is recognized as a premier full service commercial real estate company, with development, brokerage, investment, and property management services all found in one location. Lance and Brad personally own and manage over 1 million square feet of commercial property.

Lance’s development experience includes entitlement work, subdividing, construction, rezoning, financing, equity syndication and oversight of all aspects of the development team. He has acquired and/or developed numerous properties including award-winning hotels, shopping centers, warehouses, apartment complexes, office buildings, residential lots, retail pad sites, and stand-alone retail buildings.

Brad Allen Contact Information

Brad Allen

Phone: (505) 884-4699

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.allensigmon.com

Lance Sigmon Contact Information 

Phone: (505) 884-4699

Email: [email protected] 

Website: www.allensigmon.com

This episode will dive into valuable information regarding the characteristics to look for when evaluating a retail location.