You’ll hear about building a $1 billion commercial real estate investment portfolio in this conversation with Dennis Cisterna, Co-founder of Sentinel Net Lease. The firm was founded in 2019 and focuses on opportunistically acquiring assets that produce ongoing cash flow from long-term leases. These assets are expected to be resistant to certain market disruptions while offering potential outsized returns for investors.

You’ll also hear about the mindset shift that you can have when transitioning from corporate leadership to running your own firm. Dennis also highlights the importance of building a track record, making strategic alignments, and understanding market cycles.

You can connect with Dennis his company website and on his LinkedIn.

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You’ll hear about how to identify opportunities and reach out to others in this episode with Peter C. Lewis, Chairman and President of Wharton Equity Partners, a real estate and private equity investment firm which draws on over 35 years of experience to identify opportunities ahead of others which capitalize on where the world is headed.

You’ll learn about ways to work with partners and tap industry experts to navigate complex transactions. Peter emphasizes the importance of having conviction in your investment strategy, learning from industry veterans, and surrounding yourself with the right team when entering new asset classes.

You can connect with Peter at his company website and on LinkedIn .

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You’ll learn about managing real estate development and building a pipeline in this episode with Jed Resnick, CEO of New York City-based Douglaston Development, which for more than 40 years has focused on a wide range of projects and specializes in both market-rate and affordable housing. 

You’ll hear about the “three-legged stool” of development: design, legal and regulatory frameworks, and financing. Jed explains his firm’s vertically integrated model, which includes construction through Levine Builders and property management via Clinton Management. For new developers, Jed emphasizes the importance of flexibility, creative problem-solving, and teamwork.

You can connect with Jed at LinkedIn, and his company website. 

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You will learn about transitioning from brokerage to investing in this conversation with Stephen Palmese, CEO of Integritas Capital, a private equity platform specializing in real estate and credit investments. With a career spanning decades, Stephen shares how his experience as a leading broker in Brooklyn laid the foundation for his success as an investor.

You’ll hear how leveraging market insights, establishing credibility, and building trust can be key when investing. Stephen also delves into his firm's focus on opportunistic investments and credit strategies, along with the value of showing up and maintaining consistency.

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You’ll learn about innovative approaches to multifamily housing development in this episode with Sean Burton, CEO of Cityview, a vertically integrated real estate investment management and development firm focused on multifamily housing in gateway markets in the Western U.S. The company has a mission to create sustainable, high-quality housing while maintaining a connection to each community it serves.

You’ll hear about public service, as Sean reflects on his work with the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Board of Directors and as President of the Los Angeles Board of Airport Commissioners, and how those experiences have shaped his leadership in real estate. He also discusses the rebuilding efforts following natural disasters, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and focusing on solutions.

You can connect with Sean on LinkedIn and his company’s website.

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You will learn about the Build-to-Rent market in this interview with Adam Wolfson, founder and CEO of Wolfson BTR. Adam explains how Build-to-Rent bridges the gap between multifamily and single-family rentals by offering purpose-built communities for renters. He discusses his company’s strategic approach to selecting a site, balancing costs, navigating zoning regulations, and understanding tenant demand.

You will hear about the long-term housing shortage and how it can be solved. Adam talks about the value of mentorship and offers advice on building meaningful partnerships.

You can connect with Adam on LinkedIn and his company website

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You will learn about helping others through properties in this conversation with Cat Greenleaf, creator and host of the podcast Soberness and founder of The Restorative Housing Organization, which turns distressed waterfront properties into affordable housing, providing employment opportunities onsite to formerly incarcerated New Yorkers.

You’ll learn about renovating and restorative housing initiatives, and how Cat has created affordable housing in waterfront properties. She shares her journey of working in television and broadcasting, and interviewing celebrities who discuss fame and sobriety.

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You will learn about shaping a brand and building a legacy in this conversation with Jonathan Iger, CEO and President of Sage Realty, a centennial family-founded firm which has a portfolio of Class A properties across New York City. The organization began in 1924 by William Kaufman and the Sage Collection consists of iconic properties designed by renowned architects and built by the William Kaufman Organization.

Jonathan discusses his great-grandfather’s vision and how it shaped the company’s foundation, along with the rebranding journey from the William Kaufman Organization to Sage Realty. You’ll hear about ways to model tenant experiences and property management after the best practices in the hospitality industry.

You can connect with Jonathan at LinkedIn  and the company website.

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You’ll learn about the intricacies of real estate financing in this episode with Scott Singer, Co-Head of the Debt and Equity Group at Avison Young. Scott discusses different types of lenders, including banks, insurance companies, CMBS lenders, and private credit providers, along with their roles in today’s market.

You’ll gain insight into the evolution of the lending landscape, including how new players and changing dynamics create opportunities for borrowers. Scott covers key topics such as understanding loan-to-value ratios, debt service coverage, recourse vs. non-recourse loans, and prepayment penalties. With examples ranging from relationship lending to bridge financing, this conversation offers actionable advice for investors at every stage.

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You’ll learn about process-oriented operations and treating tenants like customers in this episode with Peter Hungerford, the principal and founder of PH Realty Capital, a vertically integrated private equity real estate platform with an aggregated transaction value of more than $5 billion. Peter shares his journey from renting apartments to owning and operating a portfolio of over 4,000 units.

Peter discusses his unique approach to real estate investing, and his use of social media platforms like LinkedIn to foster connections, source deals, and expand his network. He covers navigating competitive markets like New York City and scaling his operations with efficient management systems.

You can connect with Peter on LinkedIn  and the PH Realty Capital website.

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