Wonton Wealth: Insights into Commercial Real Estate Investing & Beyond

Wonton Wealth: Insights into Commercial Real Estate Investing & Beyond

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Wonton Wealth: Insights into Commercial Real Estate Investing & Beyond episodes

  • AI, Messy Data and Why Nobody Will Care Like You Do, with Alex Taylor (Part 2)

    In Part 2, Alex Taylor, founder of Commercialize IQ, explains what it takes to turn scattered CRE data into something an owner can actually run a portfolio on.

    We get into who uses it (owners, third-party property managers and national retailers) and why Alex thinks the push for a "pristine data lake" is the wrong approach. We also cover what happened when an 80-property portfolio's data surfaced about 590 contradictions, and why general AI tools still leave you "arguing with AI."

    Alex also shares how he gets CRE professionals to adopt new software past the demo ("big button theory"), his hardest lesson as an entrepreneur, and his advice for anyone in CRE with an idea for a tech startup: find product-market fit before you have a product.


    What You'll Learn

    • Why waiting for clean data before using it is backwards, and why Alex argues for continuous auditing
    • How rent rolls, leases, amendments and property manager reports end up contradicting each other
    • Where general-purpose AI tools fall short and why Alex built a CRE-specific model
    • "Additive, not rip-and-replace": why switching accounting systems can be a nine-month project
    • How to drive adoption: mirror the five things your users do every day
    • Why no one will care as much as you do, and how Alex uses variable pay and equity for every role
    • How to validate a CRE tech idea before building it


    Chapters

    • 0:00 [20:50] Is it a CRM? Building a "single source of truth"
    • 0:38 [21:28] Who it's for: owners, third-party property managers and retailers
    • 3:58 [24:48] AI in CRE and the "pristine data lake" myth
    • ~7:10 [~28:00] 80 properties, about 590 contradictions
    • 8:41 [29:31] What improves first: accuracy and bandwidth
    • ~10:10 [~31:00] "I'm just arguing with AI": general vs. purpose-built models
    • 12:22 [33:12] Where the data comes from: additive, not rip-and-replace
    • 15:29 [36:19] Getting adoption past the demo: "big button theory"
    • 19:39 [40:29] The hardest entrepreneurship lesson
    • 22:00 [42:50] Have a CRE startup idea? Start with product-market fit
    • 24:06 [44:56] Where to find Alex


    Quotes:

    "Everyone has their own source of truth, but none of it is singular."

    "You'll never get anyone else to care as much as you care."

    "Do you have product market fit before you have a product?"


    Alex's Links:

    Website: https://commercializeiq.com/

    IG: @commercializeiq

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandertaylor86/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/commercializeiq/


    Here's the link to my book: https://www.amazon.com/Value-Over-Foundation-Commercial-Investing/dp/B0DNN14NLQ

    Want to learn more about CRE? investbeyondmultifamily.com/course

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    23 min
  • Building Tech for CRE When You Own CRE, with Alex Taylor (Part 1)

    Alex Taylor has spent 18 years building commercial real estate technology. He's been a founder or co-founder of four CRE tech companies, with three exits. He's also on the other side of the table: he owns a couple hundred thousand square feet and is an LP in about 26 active deals.

    In Part 1, Alex walks through how he got into CRE through relationships rather than single-family flips. He covers his time as the first head of sales at Dotloop, building a tech-enabled footprint consultancy for Fortune 500 companies, and launching Oval Room to cut the cost of raising, entitling and marketing projects. He also tells the story of a zoning hearing that went somewhere nobody expected. We end with the question that started his current company and the one answer that kept coming back: data.


    What You'll Learn:

    • How relationships, not residential deals, led Alex into CRE and to investing as an LP
    • Why he's become more passive as an investor as he's built more companies
    • The three phases of a CRE project (raise capital, get approvals, go to market) and where money gets wasted redoing work
    • How long it took to build his early platforms (about 9 months each)
    • The one question he asked CRE pros for 90 days before building his current company


    Chapters:

    • 00:00 Welcome and intro
    • 00:21 Alex's background: 18 years in proptech, 4 companies, and a CRE owner
    • 02:09 How Alex got into commercial real estate through relationships
    • 04:22 26 LP deals and why he's become more passive
    • 06:02 Three exits and a fourth company
    • 06:34 Dotloop and building a tech-enabled CRE footprint consultancy
    • 09:29 A mutual friend from the Dotloop days
    • 10:11 Oval Room: raise capital, get approvals, go to market
    • 13:17 How long it takes to build a platform from scratch
    • ~14:40 The psychic at the zoning board
    • 16:29 Ocucel and the move to Commercialize IQ
    • 17:09 A 90-day listening tour: "What do you do today that you hate?"
    • ~19:45 The number one answer: data


    Quote: "Billion dollar plus portfolios being run on spreadsheets." (Alex Taylor)


    Next Week: Part 2: what Alex built to fix the problem, why chasing a "pristine data lake" is a trap, how to get teams to use new software past the demo, and his hardest lesson as a founder.


    Alex's Links:

    Website: https://commercializeiq.com/

    IG: @commercializeiq

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandertaylor86/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/commercializeiq/


    Here's the link to my book: https://www.amazon.com/Value-Over-Foundation-Commercial-Investing/dp/B0DNN14NLQ

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    27 min
  • How to Invest in Timberland with John Brenard Part 2

    In this episode, John Brenard shares insights into timberland investing, covering property sizes, valuation, timber types, and risk management, making it accessible for new investors.


    Takeaways

    Most land bought for timber is owned by families, not institutions.
    Timberland properties typically range from a few hundred to 2000 acres.
    Location and proximity to sawmills are critical for timber value.
    Timber types like southern yellow pine grow quickly and are highly valuable.
    Parcelization can significantly enhance land value and liquidity.
    Diversification across regions mitigates natural risks like wildfires.
    Timberland investments can yield 12-15% net returns with an opportunistic approach.
    Shorter fund durations (around 5 years) are possible with active management.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Timberland Investment
    01:54 John Brenard's Background and Entry into Timberland
    03:52 Size and Valuation of Timberland Properties
    07:06 Types of Timber and Growth Cycles
    09:01 Deal Sourcing and Off-Market Opportunities
    12:00 Due Diligence and Acquisition Process
    14:08 Value Creation Strategies: Parcelization and Timber Sales
    19:57 Market Drivers and Regional Growth
    21:51 Risks and Risk Management in Timberland
    25:57 Impact of Market Cycles and External Factors
    29:51 Returns, Fund Structure, and Investor Opportunities
    34:03 Tax Benefits and Exit Strategies
    38:00 Common Misconceptions and Future Outlook
    41:02 Final Thoughts and Contact Information


    John’s Links

    https://www.southviewtimber.com/about

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbrenard/


    Here's the link to my book: https://www.amazon.com/Value-Over-Foundation-Commercial-Investing/dp/B0DNN14NLQ
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    23 min
  • How to Invest in Timberland with John Brenard Part 1

    In this episode, John Brenard shares insights into timberland investing, covering property sizes, valuation, timber types, and risk management, making it accessible for new investors.


    Takeaways

    Most land bought for timber is owned by families, not institutions.
    Timberland properties typically range from a few hundred to 2000 acres.
    Location and proximity to sawmills are critical for timber value.
    Timber types like southern yellow pine grow quickly and are highly valuable.
    Parcelization can significantly enhance land value and liquidity.
    Diversification across regions mitigates natural risks like wildfires.
    Timberland investments can yield 12-15% net returns with an opportunistic approach.
    Shorter fund durations (around 5 years) are possible with active management.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Timberland Investment
    01:54 John Brenard's Background and Entry into Timberland
    03:52 Size and Valuation of Timberland Properties
    07:06 Types of Timber and Growth Cycles
    09:01 Deal Sourcing and Off-Market Opportunities
    12:00 Due Diligence and Acquisition Process
    14:08 Value Creation Strategies: Parcelization and Timber Sales
    19:57 Market Drivers and Regional Growth
    21:51 Risks and Risk Management in Timberland
    25:57 Impact of Market Cycles and External Factors
    29:51 Returns, Fund Structure, and Investor Opportunities
    34:03 Tax Benefits and Exit Strategies
    38:00 Common Misconceptions and Future Outlook
    41:02 Final Thoughts and Contact Information


    John’s Links

    https://www.southviewtimber.com/about

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbrenard/


    Here's the link to my book: https://www.amazon.com/Value-Over-Foundation-Commercial-Investing/dp/B0DNN14NLQ
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    24 min
  • How To Make It In Real Estate with John McNellis Part 2

    In this episode, John McNellis shares his extensive experience in real estate development, from law to retail centers, and offers invaluable insights for aspiring investors and developers. Discover how patience, risk management, and partnerships can lead to success in real estate.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Background

    00:27 John McNellis's Journey from Law to Real Estate

    01:04 Writing the Book: Inspiration and Process

    02:28 Key Lessons from the First Edition of the Book

    05:22 Who the Book is For and Its Impact

    06:02 What Has Aged Well in the Book

    07:27 Partnerships: Longevity and Dynamics

    08:45 Partnership Disagreements and Dynamics

    10:04 Legal Skills and Deal-Making Advantage

    14:25 Legal Advice and Common Pitfalls

    18:59 Passive Investment in Real Estate

    21:09 Misunderstandings in Retail Real Estate

    25:14 Projects in California and Permitting Challenges

    26:18 Concessions and Negotiation with City Authorities

    29:15 Longest Development Approvals and Lessons Learned

    33:30 Deals Passed On and Lessons from Failures

    34:24 Quick Deal Analysis and Site Walks

    36:05 Due Diligence and Deal Screening

    37:08 Losing Money and Learning from Mistakes

    39:14 What Separates Successful Real Estate Investors

    41:49 Starting in Real Estate: Advice for Beginners

    43:37 Transitioning from Residential to Development

    44:46 Final Advice and How to Connect with John


    John's Links:

    ⁠https://www.johnmcnellis.com/⁠

    ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-mcnellis-b6a1674/⁠

    ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Making-Real-Estate-Thriving-Developer-ebook/dp/B0GHNNGLWR⁠


    Here's the link to my book: https://www.amazon.com/Value-Over-Foundation-Commercial-Investing/dp/B0DNN14NLQ

    Want to learn more about CRE? investbeyondmultifamily.com/course

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    26 min
  • How To Make It In Real Estate with John McNellis Part 1

    In this episode, John McNellis shares his extensive experience in real estate development, from law to retail centers, and offers invaluable insights for aspiring investors and developers. Discover how patience, risk management, and partnerships can lead to success in real estate.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Background

    00:27 John McNellis's Journey from Law to Real Estate

    01:04 Writing the Book: Inspiration and Process

    02:28 Key Lessons from the First Edition of the Book

    05:22 Who the Book is For and Its Impact

    06:02 What Has Aged Well in the Book

    07:27 Partnerships: Longevity and Dynamics

    08:45 Partnership Disagreements and Dynamics

    10:04 Legal Skills and Deal-Making Advantage

    14:25 Legal Advice and Common Pitfalls

    18:59 Passive Investment in Real Estate

    21:09 Misunderstandings in Retail Real Estate

    25:14 Projects in California and Permitting Challenges

    26:18 Concessions and Negotiation with City Authorities

    29:15 Longest Development Approvals and Lessons Learned

    33:30 Deals Passed On and Lessons from Failures

    34:24 Quick Deal Analysis and Site Walks

    36:05 Due Diligence and Deal Screening

    37:08 Losing Money and Learning from Mistakes

    39:14 What Separates Successful Real Estate Investors

    41:49 Starting in Real Estate: Advice for Beginners

    43:37 Transitioning from Residential to Development

    44:46 Final Advice and How to Connect with John


    John's Links:

    https://www.johnmcnellis.com/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-mcnellis-b6a1674/

    https://www.amazon.com/Making-Real-Estate-Thriving-Developer-ebook/dp/B0GHNNGLWR


    Here's the link to my book: https://www.amazon.com/Value-Over-Foundation-Commercial-Investing/dp/B0DNN14NLQ

    Want to learn more about CRE? investbeyondmultifamily.com/course

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    23 min
  • Data Center Secrets with Juan De Luna Part 2

    In this episode, Juan DeLuna shares expert insights on data center site selection, infrastructure challenges, and future trends, helping investors and developers navigate this complex industry.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Data Centers and Juan De Luna02:57 Understanding Site Readiness and Market Constraints06:08 Community Pushback and Zoning Challenges10:00 Power Infrastructure and Energy Costs12:57 The Importance of Due Diligence in Data Center Development14:54 Site Assessment and Infrastructure Analysis19:41 Understanding Tier Ratings and Service Level Agreements27:06 Impact of Outages on Data Centers28:58 Understanding Incentives for Data Center Development30:13 Evaluating Risks in Data Center Projects33:56 The Physical Structure of Data Centers35:49 Power Requirements and Future Trends38:11 Investment Considerations in Data Centers40:24 Operational Management of Data Centers44:41 Future Innovations in Data Center Technology47:06 Investment Opportunities in Data Centers


    Juan’s Links

    Stroft Capital - ⁠https://stroftcapital.com⁠Juan DeLuna - LinkedIn - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-d-9890ab93/⁠


    Here's the link to my book: ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Value-Over-Foundation-Commercial-Investing/dp/B0DNN14NLQ⁠Want to learn more about CRE? ⁠investbeyondmultifamily.com/course⁠Use Code for 10% off: tanhtruong

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    29 min
  • Data Center Secrets with Juan De Luna Part 1

    In this episode, Juan DeLuna shares expert insights on data center site selection, infrastructure challenges, and future trends, helping investors and developers navigate this complex industry.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Data Centers and Juan De Luna02:57 Understanding Site Readiness and Market Constraints06:08 Community Pushback and Zoning Challenges10:00 Power Infrastructure and Energy Costs12:57 The Importance of Due Diligence in Data Center Development14:54 Site Assessment and Infrastructure Analysis19:41 Understanding Tier Ratings and Service Level Agreements27:06 Impact of Outages on Data Centers28:58 Understanding Incentives for Data Center Development30:13 Evaluating Risks in Data Center Projects33:56 The Physical Structure of Data Centers35:49 Power Requirements and Future Trends38:11 Investment Considerations in Data Centers40:24 Operational Management of Data Centers44:41 Future Innovations in Data Center Technology47:06 Investment Opportunities in Data Centers


    Juan’s Links

    Stroft Capital - https://stroftcapital.comJuan DeLuna - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-d-9890ab93/


    Here's the link to my book: https://www.amazon.com/Value-Over-Foundation-Commercial-Investing/dp/B0DNN14NLQ
    Want to learn more about CRE? investbeyondmultifamily.com/course
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    27 min
  • How to Legally Minimize Taxes in Real Estate with Michael Uadiale Part 2

    In this episode, CPA Michael Uadiale shares expert insights on real estate taxation, entity structures, bonus depreciation, and strategies for ultra-wealthy entrepreneurs to optimize their tax situations legally. Discover how specialized tax planning can significantly impact your real estate investments and financial freedom.


    Key Topics

    • Real estate tax code advantages
    • Qualifying as a real estate professional
    • Bonus depreciation and cost segregation
    • Entity structures for asset protection
    • Strategies for ultra-wealthy entrepreneurs


    Takeaways

    • The tax code favors real estate investors and entrepreneurs.
    • Qualifying as a real estate professional can drastically reduce taxes.
    • Bonus depreciation allows immediate write-offs, boosting cash flow.
    • Proper entity structuring protects assets and optimizes taxes.
    • Specialized CPAs can uncover hidden tax benefits.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Real Estate Taxation

    02:49 The Importance of a Real Estate CPA

    05:15 Real Estate Professional Status Explained

    08:09 Qualifying as a Real Estate Professional

    10:30 Common Tax Mistakes in Real Estate

    13:08 Understanding Bonus Depreciation

    15:58 Recapture and Its Implications

    18:26 Entity Structures for Real Estate Investors

    24:19 Navigating Real Estate Entity Structures

    27:22 Understanding Trusts in Asset Protection

    31:29 Comparing Delaware Statutory Trusts and Deferred Sales Trusts

    34:08 Exploring 1031 and 721 Exchanges

    37:53 Strategies for Ultra-Wealthy Entrepreneurs

    42:55 Staying Compliant with IRS Audits


    Resources:

    TrackNest App - https://tracknest.com


    Here's the link to my book: https://www.amazon.com/Value-Over-Foundation-Commercial-Investing/dp/B0DNN14NLQ

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    27 min
  • How to Legally Minimize Taxes in Real Estate with Michael Uadiale Part 1

    In this episode, CPA Michael Uadiale shares expert insights on real estate taxation, entity structures, bonus depreciation, and strategies for ultra-wealthy entrepreneurs to optimize their tax situations legally. Discover how specialized tax planning can significantly impact your real estate investments and financial freedom.


    Key Topics

    • Real estate tax code advantages
    • Qualifying as a real estate professional
    • Bonus depreciation and cost segregation
    • Entity structures for asset protection
    • Strategies for ultra-wealthy entrepreneurs


    Takeaways

    • The tax code favors real estate investors and entrepreneurs.
    • Qualifying as a real estate professional can drastically reduce taxes.
    • Bonus depreciation allows immediate write-offs, boosting cash flow.
    • Proper entity structuring protects assets and optimizes taxes.
    • Specialized CPAs can uncover hidden tax benefits.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Real Estate Taxation

    02:49 The Importance of a Real Estate CPA

    05:15 Real Estate Professional Status Explained

    08:09 Qualifying as a Real Estate Professional

    10:30 Common Tax Mistakes in Real Estate

    13:08 Understanding Bonus Depreciation

    15:58 Recapture and Its Implications

    18:26 Entity Structures for Real Estate Investors

    24:19 Navigating Real Estate Entity Structures

    27:22 Understanding Trusts in Asset Protection

    31:29 Comparing Delaware Statutory Trusts and Deferred Sales Trusts

    34:08 Exploring 1031 and 721 Exchanges

    37:53 Strategies for Ultra-Wealthy Entrepreneurs

    42:55 Staying Compliant with IRS Audits


    Resources:

    TrackNest App - https://tracknest.com


    Here's the link to my book: https://www.amazon.com/Value-Over-Foundation-Commercial-Investing/dp/B0DNN14NLQ

    Want to learn more about CRE? investbeyondmultifamily.com/course

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    26 min

About Wonton Wealth: Insights into Commercial Real Estate Investing & Beyond

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Welcome to Wonton Wealth! Embark on a journey through the dynamic world of commercial real estate investing with Tanh, your guide to unlocking the secrets of this lucrative realm. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just dipping your toes into the market, this podcast is your go-to destination for invaluable insights and expert advice.