In this episode of Real Talk, I tell my story about the Palisades Fire interviewed by Gidi Cohen, Founder & CEO at CGI+.

We discuss:

* What it was like in the Palisades on January 7 – the day of the fire

* The hardest moments, challenges, optimism, fear, and frustrations

* Next steps on rebuilding the Palisades

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In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.

Don't miss an episode of Real Talk:

* Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM

* Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j

* Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2

* Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU

Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.

* Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh

* Connect with Andrew on X: http://www.x.com/atkirsh

* Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh

In this episode of Real Talk, I speak with Brian Shniderson, CEO and Founder of Capital 360.

We discuss:

* What is “beautiful” about self-storage properties

* Key factors in sourcing self-storage locations

* Brian’s most recent sale which was the largest single asset self-storage deal in history

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In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.

Don't miss an episode of Real Talk:

* Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM

* Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j

* Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2

* Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU

Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.

* Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh

* Connect with Andrew on X: http://www.x.com/atkirsh

* Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh

In this episode of Real Talk, I speak with David Chasin, Chief Executive Officer of Pegasus Investments Real Estate Advisory, Inc. As CEO, David oversees all aspects of the firm’s investment advisory, capital markets, and asset management businesses as well as the executive leadership and strategic vision of the company.

We discuss:

* Real estate is about longevity investing, it doesn’t matter who’s in the White House

* Building a private wealth management company exclusively for commercial real estate investors

* Why NNN real estate is F’ed!

* Who’s the tallest midget in the circus?

Learn more about David Chasin:

* Connect with David on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidchasin

* Visit Pegasus Investments Real Estate Advisory, Inc.'s website: https://www.pegasusinvestments.com

* Call (Work): 310-691-1350 ext. 101

* Call (Mobile): 310-710-7172

* Email: [email protected]

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In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.

Don't miss an episode of Real Talk:

* Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM

* Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j

* Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2

* Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU

Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.

* Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh

* Connect with Andrew on X: http://www.x.com/atkirsh

* Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh

In this episode of Real Talk, I speak Chad Carpenter, Founder of Reven Office REIT and Reven Capital, LLC. Chad has founded and operated both public and private real estate companies as Chairman & CEO, has 30 years of real estate investing and operating experience and been involved in over $3 billion in real estate transactions.

We discuss:

* 90% of office borrowers are under water

* The default rate of CMBS office loans

* Where to find opportunities in purchasing office buildings

Learn more about Chad Carpenter:

* Connect with Chad on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-carpenter-04101415

* Visit Reven Capital's website: https://www.revencapital.com

* Visit Reven Office REIT's website: https://www.revenofficereit.com

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In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.

Don't miss an episode of Real Talk:

* Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM

* Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j

* Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2

* Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU

Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.

* Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh

* Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh

* Visit Andrew's business website:

https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh

In this episode of Real Talk, I speak with Bill McMorrow, Chairman and CEO of Kennedy Wilson (NYSE: KW), a leading real estate investment company with over $27 billion of assets under management in high growth markets across the United States, the UK, and Ireland. Bill acquired Kennedy Wilson in 1988 and has subsequently grown into a leading global real estate investment platform.

We discuss:

* Why he created a company in Europe

* How he bought Pacific Western Bank

* How he is in the people business more than the real estate business

Read Bill’s profile and learn more about Kennedy Wilson on Kennedy Wilson’s website: https://www.kennedywilson.com/mcmorrow

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In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.

Don't miss an episode of Real Talk:

* Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM

* Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j

* Listen on Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2

* Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU

Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.

* Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh

* Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh

* Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh

In this episode of Real Talk, I speak with Ivan Barratt, Founder and CEO of The BAM Companies. A 20-year veteran of the real estate industry, Ivan is a multifamily owner, fund manager, and syndicator who specializes in large apartment communities in the Midwest. Since 2015, he has raised nearly $700 million in equity, acquired over 8,500 units, and acquired over $1 Billion in transaction volume.

We discuss

* Why he focuses on buying in the “Heartland” of the U.S.

* How he went from buying duplexes to having 1,400 investors

* Creating a culture where employees like their job

Learn more about Ivan Barratt:

* Connect with Ivan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanbarratt

* Visit The BAM Companies’ website: https://pm.thebamcompanies.com/about

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In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.

Don't miss an episode of Real Talk:

* Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM

* Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j

* Listen on Spotify for Podcasters: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2

* Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU

Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.

* Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh

* Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh

* Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh

In this episode of Real Talk, I speak with Jeff Remillard, Chief Investment Officer of Abacus Capital Group, a private real estate investment firm founded in 2004 with a singular focus on multifamily investments in the United States.

We discuss:

* How Abacus was able to find buying opportunities over the last 12-24 months

* Why there has been more deal volume over the last 3-4 months

* Specifics about Abacus’ latest acquisitions in the Inland Empire and Washington State

Learn more about Jeff Remillard:

* Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-remillard-5958bb

* Read more about Abacus Capital Group on their website: https://www.abacuscapitalgroup.com

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In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.

Don't miss an episode of Real Talk:

* Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM

* Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j

* Listen on Spotify for Podcasters: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2

* Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU

Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.

* Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh

* Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh

* Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh

In this episode of Real Talk, I speak with John Adair, Managing Partner of Glencrest. Glencrest owns and operates apartment buildings. They offer two investment vehicles — both focused exclusively on existing, high quality, well-located multifamily communities.

 We discuss:

 * Why John prefers one of capital raises to a fund structure

 * How sub-markets can have a different economic climate than the greater region

 * His experience in buying Meadowscape Apartments out of bankruptcy

Learn more about John Adair:

 * Read more about John on Glencrest’s website: https://www.glencrestgroup.com/team

 * Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-adair-glencrest

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In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.

Don't miss an episode of Real Talk:

 * Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM

 * Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j

 * Listen on Spotify for Podcasters: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2

 * Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU

Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.

 * Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh

 * Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh

 * Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh

 * Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh

In this episode of Real Talk, I speak with Jeff Gleiberman, President of MG Properties. MG Properties is a fully integrated real estate company specializing in the investment, redevelopment, and management of multifamily assets. Jeff is responsible for overseeing investment transactions, operational strategies, and partner relations for the company.

Tune in as we discuss:

* How MG has become one of the largest owners/operators of multi-family properties

* Average syndication raise is a staggering $80mm to $100mm of equity!

* Why it’s not the time to sell, and the types of multi-family properties they are buying today

Learn more about Jeff Gleiberman:

* Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-gleiberman-0155a4b2

* Read more about Jeff and his business on MG Properties’ website: https://mgproperties.com/about-us/leadership/jeff-gleiberman

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In each episode of Real Talk: Real Estate Discussions, Andrew Kirsh interviews industry leaders to learn their real-time opinions on today's market, their background and unique career highlights, and guidance for newcomers to the industry.

Don't miss an episode of Real Talk:

* Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3GT1hoM

* Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OQrd6j

* Listen on Spotify for Podcasters: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/andrew-kirsh2

* Listen on Listen Notes: https://lnns.co/7ICHmPQyXnU

Andrew Kirsh is a founding partner of Sklar Kirsh LLP and is the Chair of the firm’s Real Estate Department. Sklar Kirsh LLP is a boutique law firm providing services in corporate law, real estate, entertainment, bankruptcy, and litigation.

* Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewkirsh

* Connect with Andrew on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/atkirsh

* Visit Andrew's business website: https://www.sklarkirsh.com/professionals/andrew-t-kirsh

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sklar-kirsh-llp

* Follow Sklar Kirsh LLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sklarkirsh

In this episode of Real Talk, I speak with Base Equities Co-Founders Eli Moghavem and Michael Bastan. Base Equities provides small balance ($1-5 million) preferred equity investments to established sponsors in multifamily and commercial assets in the United States.

We discuss:

* Dissecting the supply-demand imbalance in the small to middle market of preferred equity

* The key metric in evaluating deals from a lender’s perspective

* 90% of “cash in” refinancings are not actionable

Read more about Eli and Michael on Base Equities' website: https://baseeq.com/about-us/

Connect with Eli with LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elimoghavem/

Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mbastan/

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