Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever With Joe Fairless

Jon Siegel, co-founder and chief investment officer at RailField Partners, joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Jon discusses the fundamentals of acquisitions, including how to find deals in 2024, the importance of building relationships with brokers, and how to get your offers accepted in a competitive environment. He also shares his strategies for getting from an accepted LOI to the closing table. Jon Siegel | Real Estate Background Partner & Chief Investment Officer | Railfield Based in: Bethesda, MD Say hi to him at:  https://www.railfieldrealty.com/ Linkedin Best Ever Book: Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy Toole   Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Jacob Wilson, managing partner of Crux Commercial Partners, joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Jacob discusses what he’s seeing in the lending marketplace, including what lenders are really looking for in buyers, how to position yourself as an attractive buyer to lenders, the importance of liquidity, and more. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. In this season finale episode of Passive Investor Tips, host Travis Watts provides a highlight reel of snippets from previous episodes. He emphasizes the importance of savings rate in achieving financial independence and retirement. He discusses the benefits of passive income investing and the value of value-add real estate. Travis also shares tips on saving money, diversifying investments, and being adaptable in the market. He highlights the advantages of commercial real estate investing and the concept of FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early). Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Todd Nepola of Current Capital Management joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Todd discusses buying and managing warehouse, retail, and industrial real estate. He also discusses retail property management, why you should treat every property like you’ll own it forever, and why Amazon isn’t killing retail. Todd Nepola | Real Estate Background President of Current Capital Management Inc Based in: Hollywood, Florida Say hi to him at:   IG - @lifeaccoringtotoddd ToddNepola.com Best Ever Book: Keeping it Real on Commercial Real Estate by Todd Nepola Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Aaron Katz, owner of Aaron Katz Apartment Investing, joins Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Aaron discusses what’s happening in the Dallas, Texas, multifamily market. He also discusses being a solo GP in a co-GP world, being a “slow-and-steady” deal sponsor, and why 2024 is a good time to buy multifamily. Aaron Katz | Real Estate Background Owner of  Aaron Katz Apartment Investing Based in: Dallas, TX Say hi to him at:  aaronkatzapartmentinvesting.com Facebook Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Jeremy Kuchenbecker, an active investor and LP in over 27 investments, joins Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Jeremy discusses his path to financial freedom via real estate, including his first deal, scaling his investment portfolio, and avoiding lifestyle creep. Her also discusses investing in alternative assets like car washes, oil and gas, and ATMs and what LPs should look for in investments. Jeremy Kuchenbecker | Real Estate Background VP of APCO Holdings Based in: Orlando, Florida Say hi to him at:  LinkedIn Best Ever Book: Fooled by Randomness Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Welcome to the Due Diligence Show, a new Best Ever series featuring deep dives into every aspect of the due diligence process. In this series, our host, Slocomb Reed, will interview expert guests to uncover their stories, tips, and strategies to give you the information you need to master the due diligence process. In this episode, Adrian Otto, president and managing director of Whitestone Capital and CEO of WPG Property Management, joins Slocomb to discuss his due diligence process when walking properties, specifically how to spot and fix poorly operated properties. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Cale Delaney, owner of JBR Investments & Management, joins Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Cale discusses his move from construction management to investing in short-term rentals in the Smoky Mountain region. He shares how he built his short-term rental business, including the keys to a successful short-term rental and the financing, renovation, and rental strategies in a changing STR landscape. Cale Delaney | Real Estate Background Owner - JBR Investments & Management LLC Portfolio $7M portfolio of REO with another $2M of co-hosted AUM Based in: South Florida Say hi to him at:  Linktree Best Ever Book: The Bible Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Martin Papp, a general partner of Nova House, discusses his background in real estate investing and his current focus on building luxury boutique short-term rentals in high-growth markets. He explains the return potential in international markets compared to the United States and the challenges of financing properties abroad. Takeaways: Investing in international markets can offer higher returns compared to the United States due to lower construction costs and higher rental rates. Financing properties abroad can be challenging, and it is often necessary to invest in all cash. Thorough planning and working with local experts are crucial to protect investors' capital and mitigate risks. Creating unique and innovative properties is essential to stand out in the competitive short-term rental market. Being grateful and maintaining perspective can help investors navigate challenges and stay focused on long-term success. Martin Papp | Real Estate Background General Partner of The Nova Haus | Owner of Papp's Tea B

In this Best Ever Classic from April 2015, we’re bringing back Joe Fairless’s fantastic conversation with Barbara Corcoran. You might know her from Shark Tank, but Barbara is also the founder of the Corcoran Group, where she turned a $1,000 loan into a $5 billion real estate business. In this episode, Barbara shared timeless strategies for building a real estate empire, including finding talent in unlikely places, how conversations with taxi drivers and waiters informed her investment strategy, the secrets to identifying up-and-coming neighborhoods that helped her buy 12 buildings in New York City, and much more.   Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. On this episode, Travis Watts concludes "Passive Investor Tips" series on the Best Ever Show, thanking listeners for their support over 4 years, shares tips for financial independence through passive income, and announces a related book release. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Industrial real estate broker and investor Chad Griffiths joins host Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Chad discusses the state of industrial real estate, including how businesses have become a new class of buyer, how industrial leasing has evolved in a high-interest-rate environment, and how industrial stacks up vs. other asset classes in 2024.   Previous Episode: JF2779: Why Now Is the Time to Break into Industrial Real Estate ft. Chad Griffiths Jack Thomas | Real Estate Background Partner at NAI Portfolio 7 industrial buildings, 160,000 sq ft Based in: Edmonton, Alberta Say hi to him at:  LinkedIn Youtube Best Ever Book: Skin in the Game by Nassim Nicholas Taleb   Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Jack Thomas, president of Jetway Financial, joins host Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, he explains his transition from fix-and-flips to private lending and note investing. He also discusses targeting cash flow vs. appreciation across different markets, how to strategically plan for appreciation, and raising capital to invest in hotel development, including the four-legged model he uses for sustainable investing. Jack Thomas | Real Estate Background President of Jetway Financial Based in: Chicago, Illinois Say hi to him at:  LinkedIn www.exumanoire.com www.jetwayfinancial.com Best Ever Book: Thinking Strategically by Avinash K. Dixit Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Welcome to the Due Diligence Show, a new Best Ever series featuring deep dives into every aspect of the due diligence process. In this series, our host, Slocomb Reed, will interview expert guests to uncover their stories, tips, and strategies to give you the information you need to master the due diligence process. In this episode, Lance Pederson, co-founder and CEO of Passive Advantage, joins Slocomb to discuss due diligence for limited partners, including questions LPs should be asking GPs, the importance of deal flow, and the myth that experience equals better or more advantageous deals.   Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Amy Sylvis, principal at Sylvis Capital, joins host Ash Patel on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Amy discusses the 800 units she’s recently closed in Dallas, how she broke onto the CRE scene, and the power of networking. She also dives into her process for creating consistent content for social media and her strategy for raising capital on LinkedIn. Repeat Guest: JF2721: How This New Multifamily Investor Closed 4 Deals in First 6 Months ft. Amy Sylvis Amy Sylvis | Real Estate Background Sylvis Capital Portfolio: 1400+ doors and 208,000 SQ FT flex industrial Based in: Los Angeles, CA Say hi to her at:  www.capitalraisingsecrets.com Best Ever Book: The Creature From Jekyll Island Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Passive Investor Tips is a weekly series hosted by full-time passive investor and Best Ever Show host, Travis Watts. In each bite-sized episode, Travis breaks down passive investor topics, simplifying the philosophy and mindset while providing tactical, valuable information on how to be a passive investor. On this episode, Travis Watts emphasizes the importance of saving a percentage of take-home pay during working years. Inspired by Mr. Money Mustache (Pete), the episode covers the FIRE movement and suggests increasing savings rate for earlier retirement. It also mentions tools like Baseline for managing finances and investments needed to retire, using a 5% annual return and living on 4% of the portfolio's value as assumptions. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

This edition of the Best Ever Roundtable — featuring hosts Ash Patel, Slocomb Reed, and Joe Cornwell — turns into a debate of sorts as the hosts discuss the recently proposed NAR settlement. Ash shares personal stories of realtor experiences, both in residential and commercial, and argues that the proposed settlement could put an end to the “racketeering” and “collusion” that exists in the industry. Socomb and Joe — both brokers — take the other side, with Slocomb defending realtors and Joe highlighting who the biggest losers in the settlement, should it come to fruition. Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Ryan Smith, principal at Elevation Capital Group, joins host Joe Cornwell on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Ryan discusses his upbringing in real estate, investing in mobile home parks and self-storage, and investing through multiple market cycles. He also breaks down the state of self-storage and the four key points he uses in his underwriting process.   Repeat Guest: JF1868: Investor Creates Software To Better Manage Real Estate with Ryan Smith   Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane9

Rob Powell, CEO and Principal of RESOLUT Real Estate, joins host Slocomb Reed on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Rob discusses how he missed out on building a mobile home park portfolio by having unrealistic expectations and overnegotiating. He also shares his strategy behind buying cash, residential vs. non-residential commercial real estate, and why you should fall in love with the numbers, not the asset. Rob Powell | Real Estate Background CEO and Principal, RESOLUT RE Based in:  Austin, TX Say hi to him at:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/robpowell/ https://resolutre.com/ Best Ever Book: 10X is Easier Than 2X - Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane

Irwin Boris, senior vice president of investments at Heritage Capital Group, joins host Ash Patel on the Best Ever Show. In this episode, Irwin and Ash nerd out on the nuances of industrial real estate, including small-bay flex, outfitting spaces for unique tenants, why Irwin covets “wheel-and-spoke” markets. Irwin also shares his thoughts on the current economic climate and explains why he’s selling a 500-unit multifamily property despite it not being the best time to sell. Irwin Boris | Real Estate Background Heritage Capital Group Portfolio: 7MM SF of industrial, small bay flex and 500 units of legacy multifamily Based in: Ridgewood, NJ & Bozeman MT Say hi to him at:  LinkedIn Instagram Sponsors: Viking Capital Baselane