The Commercial Real Estate Investor Podcast

288. Appraisals, Land Flip, Commercial Condos, And More

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler discussed his end-of-year planning rituals, including an annual tradition of writing down and burning things he wants to leave beh...

287. Top 10 Real Estate Markets to Watch in 2025

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:New Orleans has seen a 25-spot jump in the rankings, driven by its tourism industry, but still faces challenges with a recovering econom...

286. 2025 Commercial Real Estate Brokerage Outlook | Brokers Round Table

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:The industrial sector is expected to see steady transaction volume in 2025, driven by interest rates remaining relatively stable. A pote...

285. Emily's First 6 Weeks as a Commercial Real Estate Broker

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Emily Benedict's background in corporate America and residential real estate has helped her transition smoothly into commercial real est...

284. Which College Degree for Development, Competing as a Boutique Broker, and More (Office Hours)

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Goal Setting: Tyler emphasizes the importance of setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals for the up...

283. Here’s The Latest with My Boutique Hotel Development in East Nashville (Salt Ranch)

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:The Salt Ranch Hotel project in East Nashville was initially designed as a $17 million renovation, but had to be redesigned to a $10 mil...

282. My Biggest Challenge as an Investor and More (Office Hours)

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Finding deals is not Tyler's biggest challenge as an investor - raising capital is. He has built a strong investor base through platform...

281. Tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Commercial Real Estate Brokers | Brokers Round Table

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Focus on habits and controllable actions rather than just setting outcome-based goals. Break down big goals into smaller, daily/weekly t...

280. The NNN Alternative, Value-Add Flex, and More (Office Hours)

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler is starting site work this week on his Salt Ranch boutique hotel project in Nashville. He has also filmed enough YouTube content t...

279. Commercial Real Estate Outlook Under A Donald Trump Presidency | Investors Round Table

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tariffs could significantly impact commercial real estate by increasing construction costs, reducing consumer spending, and putting pres...

278. Finding & Analyzing Profitable Commercial Deals | Investors Round Table

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Identifying Emerging Markets:- Track public infrastructure projects, city council meetings, and development plans to identify areas prim...

277. Investing in Yourself as A Commercial Real Estate Broker | Brokers Round Table

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Investing in education and resources: The participants recommended several books, trade publications, and industry events that have been...

276. Working ON not IN Your CRE Business and More (Office Hours)

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Focus on value-add projects rather than new construction - Why I prefer value-add deals as they often provide similar returns with less ...

275. Planning for Real Estate in 2025 and Setting Goals | Investors Round Table

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Focus on meaningful goals, not just financial ones. Tyler found that achieving monetary goals often felt empty and unfulfilling.Hire key...

274. Sending Mailers, Mastermind Event, Bad Actors, and More (Office Hours)

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:There will be a 2-day CRE Accelerator Mastermind event in Nashville on October 18-19, 2024. This will be the first of these quarterly ev...

273. Navigating Today’s Commercial Market Trends | Brokers Round Table

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:1. Navigating market volatility and unpredictability is crucial for commercial real estate brokers. Adapting to constant change and bein...

272. Creating Your Buy Box, Insurance after Hurricanes, and More (Office Hours)

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Importance of getting everything in writing, even with trusted partners, to avoid legal issues down the line.Value of being involved in ...

271. Carl Icahn to Sell Notorious Nashville Property (Here's The Scoop)

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:IThe PSC Metals property owned by Carl Icahn is a significant urban redevelopment opportunity in Nashville, located on the Cumberland Ri...

270. What's Holding You Back? Best Use for Land, and More (Office Hours)

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Launching the Brokers Mastermind program with over 270 people attending the introductory webinar. Enrollment closes on October 4, 2024, ...

269. Current Economy's Impact on Commercial Real Estate | Investors Round Table

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Be conservative in your underwriting and investment strategies: - Bring more cash to the table with higher down payments and cash rese...

268. Marketing for Commercial Real Estate Brokers | Brokers Round Table

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Differentiate your marketing by highlighting your proactive tenant outreach and understanding of the right tenant fit for a property, ra...

267. Brokers Mastermind, Investing in Nashville, IRRs, and More (Office Hours)

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:CRE Central offers comprehensive education and coaching for commercial real estate investors, covering fundamentals to advanced strategi...

266. Rate Drops, National vs. Boutique Brokerages, and More (Office Hours)

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Potential Interest Rate Drops: There is speculation that interest rates could drop by 25-50 basis points by the end of the year, which c...

265. Peerless Mill Update, CRE Masterminds, and More (Office Hours)

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Detailed update on the Peerless Mill project, including challenges with getting necessary approvals from the city, but strong community ...

264. Strategic Partnerships in Commercial Real Estate pt. 1 | Investors Round Table

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Strategic partnerships have been incredibly pivotal in Tyler's career, allowing him to get his first development deal and syndication do...

263. Prospecting for New Business pt. 2 | Brokers Round Table

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Leverage technology to supplement, not replace, traditional prospecting methods like cold calling, networking, and building relationship...

262. We're Hiring, Flood Zones, and Leasing before You Buy (Office Hours)

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler Cauble is looking to hire a Director of Property Management and commercial real estate brokers with at least 3-5 years of experien...

261. Transitioning from Residential to Commercial Real Estate Pt. 2 | Investors Round Table

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Analyzing commercial real estate deals requires a focus on income potential, detailed lease analysis, understanding market trends, and t...

260. Prospecting for New Business | Brokers Round Table

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Start with simple outreach - drop off brochures, make calls to nearby businesses to identify potential clients.Focus on building relatio...

260. Prospecting for New Business | Brokers Round Table

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Start with simple outreach - drop off brochures, make calls to nearby businesses to identify potential clients.Focus on building relatio...

259. Achieving Financial Freedom, Dealing with Deal FOMO, and More (Office Hours)

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Achieving financial freedom through commercial real estate investing often involves goals like being debt-free, taking care of family (e...

258. Brokers Mastermind, Luxury Flex Space, and More (Office Hours)

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Seller financing is recommended, as it allows negotiation of debt terms. Other financing options discussed include joint ventures, restr...

257. Andrew Steffens on Developing 2,500 Apartment Units

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Importance of people skills and networking in real estate development - Andrew emphasized that the ability to communicate and build rela...

256. What Are YOU Buying in 2024, Breaking into Brokerage, and More | Office Hours

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Value-add investments across various asset classes like self-storage, mobile home parks, industrial flex, and retail. Insights on evalua...

255. Transitioning from Residential to Commercial Real Estate Pt. 1 | Investors Round Table

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Relationships and networking are crucial when transitioning from residential to commercial real estate investing. Building connections w...

254. Structuring Partnership Entities, Contacting Prospective Investors, and More (Office Hours)

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Building a comprehensive commercial real estate brokerage course is an intensive process, but it's important to create a thorough refere...

253. Commercial Real Estate Tech: Occupier | with Nate Smoyer

16 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:The commercial real estate industry, particularly the leasing process, has been slow to adopt technology and modernize workflows. Broker...

252.Josephine Saffert on Getting Started in Real Estate Development

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Hire slow, fire fast when it comes to contractors and builders. Aligning incentives is crucial.Avoid 50/50 partnerships in real estate d...

251. Developing Negotiation Skills in Commercial Real Estate Pt. 2 | Investors Round Table

09 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Focus on active listening, nonverbal cues, and tactical empathy to better understand the other party's motivations and priorities.Gather...

250. Creating a Mountain of Referrals | Brokers Round Table

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Specialize and become an expert in a specific niche of commercial real estate to attract referrals and build credibility.Build strong re...

249.Eric Deems on Land Investment & Development

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Real estate is more political than politics - developing relationships with local officials and understanding the entitlement process is...

248. Finding Debt Today, How to Win with Walgreens, Assessing CRE Deals (Office Hours)

02 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Financing is challenging for commercial real estate deals, with lenders only offering 50-60% loan-to-value ratios on a strong industrial...

247. Nate Smoyer on Tech You Need as a CRE Investor Today

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:There are concerns about the potential liability for brokers and property managers using AI-powered tools like RealPage, if the tools ha...

246. How to (Legally) Stop Paying Taxes with Commercial Real Estate | Yonah Weiss

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Cost segregation is an advanced depreciation strategy that allows you to depreciate certain components of a commercial property (like fl...

245. Walgreens Closures, CRE Brokerage Class, CRE Conference This Fall (Office Hours)

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Walgreens is closing a significant number of its US stores, up to 25% of profitable locations, due to an unsustainable pharmacy model. T...

244. Developing Negotiation Skills in Commercial Real Estate Pt. 1 | Investors Round Table

24 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Gather specific market data and property information to strengthen your negotiating positionDetermine your walkaway price and other non-...

243. Valuing Commercial Properties | Brokers Round Table

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Commercial property valuation involves considering many factors beyond just the cap rate, including rent roll, tenant credit, market tre...

242. Landglide, Working with Contractors, Exchanging Resi for Commercial (Office Hours)

19 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler hired an office manager to help run his company and is planning to hire a sales manager next to lead the brokerage team.He is plan...

241. How Matt Built a $25m Real Estate Portfolio PART-TIME

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Building a commercial real estate portfolio part-time is possible with hard work, networking, and assembling the right team.Thorough due...

240. What Every Business Needs to Know before Signing a Lease Pt. 3 | Brokers Round Table

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Thoroughly evaluate the landlord and property management to avoid issues down the line, such as delayed repairs or non-payment of broker...

239. Matt Aitchison on Syndications and Boutique Hotels

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Transitioning from residential to commercial real estate investing takes time, patience, and the right mindset. It's not an overnight pr...

238. Determining GP Splits, Leasing Big Box Retail, Leasing Flex Space (Office Hours)

10 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Office space has evolved significantly, shifting from traditional to open floor plans to remote work, similar to the changes seen in ret...

237. Ashley Tison on The Latest with Opportunity Zones

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Opportunity zones are still active and viable, despite some thinking the program has expiredThe biggest benefit is the ability to defer ...

236. What Every Business Needs to Know before Signing a Lease Pt. 2 | Brokers Round Table

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tenants want certainty and predictability in their lease costs, but landlords cannot fully provide this due to unpredictable expenses.Tr...

235. Resi to Commercial Brokerage, Finding Data, Banks Hate Ground Leases? (Office Hours) (Copy)

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler is working on a boutique hotel project called Salt Ranch and is providing video updates on the project's progress.Cauble is also r...

234. What Every Business Needs to Know before Signing a Lease Pt. 1 | Brokers Round Table

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Commercial leases are much more complex than residential leases, and everything is typically negotiableNew business owners should assemb...

233. What's Going On? | Investors Round Table

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Commercial real estate brokers are on the front lines of the industry and know market conditions well since they are directly dealing wi...

232. How Commercial Brokers Provide Value, Brokers Mastermind, ARV without Comps (Office Hours)

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Commercial brokers can provide value by knowing their local market extremely well, including tenants, rental rates, and vacancy times. T...

231. Bert Matthews on Constructing a Real Estate Empire

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Commercial real estate development has played a major role in transforming Nashville over the past few decades, especially increasing re...

230. Rezoning Land, Creative Financing, AI in CRE (Office Hours)

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler provides a process for determining if a value-add commercial real estate deal is good using price per square foot and cap rate cal...

229. Meg Epstein on Scaling a Real Estate Development Firm

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:The importance of building a track record through completing multiple successful real estate development deals from start to finish.Part...

228. Single Tenant QSRs, Off vs. On-Market Properties, CCIM for Analysts (Office Hours)

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Inflation is significantly impacting QSR tenants, so it's important to consider risks for single-tenant net lease investments in that se...

227. Structuring Real Estate Partnerships (Roles, Equity, Responsibilities) Pt. 2 | Investors Round Table

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:It is important to align goals and ensure congruence in objectives and strategies with any potential partners before investing in a proj...

226. The Best Types of Industrial Real Estate for Beginners

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Flex space and light assembly spaces are versatile options for beginner industrial real estate investors due to their ability to accommo...

225. NEW: Apprenticeship Available, Renewing Tenants, and More (Office Hours)

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Commercial real estate investment opportunities like industrial/outdoor storage, flex space, and sale-leaseback deals can provide good r...

224. Negotiating Tenant Improvement Allowances | Brokers Round Table

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tenant improvement allowances can vary significantly based on property type, market conditions, tenant needs and landlord requirements.R...

223. How to Find the Best Industrial Real Estate Investments

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Using both online and offline strategies is important for finding the best industrial real estate investment opportunities. This include...

222. Determining Maximum Allowable Offer, Partnering with Older Investors, and More (Office Hours)

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Determining maximum offers on commercial properties involves calculating cash-on-cash returns and internal rates of return to set pricin...

221. Commercial Real Estate Tech: Neighbor | with Nate Smoyer

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Neighbor.com presents an opportunity for commercial real estate investors to monetize unused or underutilized space in their properties ...

220. Niching Down, Working with a Mentor, and More (Office Hours)

01 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler is focusing more on YouTube and investments as his full-time work, building out a YouTube studio and launching new educational pr...

219. 12% Returns without Buying Real Estate

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Hard money lending offers consistent returns of 10-12% due to steady demand from real estate investors needing quick financing.Demand fo...

218. Structuring Real Estate Partnerships (Roles, Equity, Responsibilities) Pt. 1 | Investors Round Table

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Partnerships can help scale up operations but also introduce complexity and riskIt's important to clearly define roles and responsibilit...

217. March CRE Brokerage Business Review with Logan Freeman

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler and Logan are launching a Brokers Mastermind program to provide coaching and training to commercial real estate brokers.Both Tyler...

216. Is Office Really Doom & Gloom, Residential to Commercial Investing, and More (Office Hours)

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler is optimistic about the office sector and believes it will bounce back in 5-10 years as existing office buildings are converted or...

215. Buying Real Estate Without Being A Landlord

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Hiring a third-party asset manager allows real estate investors to take a step back from active ownership responsibilities while still m...

214. Investment Opportunities, Finding Land to Develop, and More (Office Hours)

17 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler discussed new investment opportunities through his syndication platform and encouraged listeners interested in investing to contac...

213. Commercial Real Estate Investment Sales Pt. 3 | Brokers Round Table

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:- It's important to price listings realistically based on market data to avoid getting a reputation for overpricing properties. Sellers ...

212. Designing a Recession Resilient Commercial Real Estate Portfolio | Investors Round Table

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Multifamily real estate, especially existing Class B and C properties, can be recession resistant due to people always needing a place t...

211. Creative Financing Strategies for Commercial Real Estate (No Banks Needed)

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:- Seller financing, joint ventures, crowdfunding, and lease-to-own arrangements are alternative financing strategies that can be used to...

210. Investing in Retail Centers, City vs. Brokerage Firm, and More (Office Hours)

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler gave a talk on building a personal brand at a conference and is preparing for another talk at Brandon Turner's REI Summit about ho...

209. Commercial Real Estate Investment Sales Pt. 2 | Brokers Round Table

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:- Charging for brokers opinions of value (BOV) can help ensure brokers put more time and effort into the analysis, and get clients more ...

208. The Easiest Commercial Property for Beginners to Own

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Flex spaces are one of the easiest commercial real estate assets to own, with low vacancy rates and high demandDeveloping flex spaces ca...

207. Thoughts on The NAR Ruling, $ Needed to Get Started, and More (Office Hours)

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler discussed the recent NAR ruling on real estate commissions and how it may impact home buyers and sellers. He had mixed views on th...

206. Commercial Real Estate in Distress? How to Win (Investors Round Table)

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:- There will likely be distressed commercial real estate opportunities coming up, but it may not be as widespread or at "pennies on the ...

205. February CRE Brokerage Business Review with Logan Freeman

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Commercial real estate transactions seem to be picking up based on the data Logan and Tyler presented from their brokerages. Pipeline va...

204. Masterminds, Software, Partnering with Sellers (Office Hours)

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:- Tyler provided updates on projects being worked on at Peerless Mill, including a second version of the Wash project and plans for indu...

203. 1Q24 Retail Market Update

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:- Retail occupancy in Nashville is above 97%, showing retail's resiliency despite challenges like the pandemic- Rents have been increasi...

202. 5 Takeaways for ALL Landlords from WeWork's Epic Fall

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Be wary of overly optimistic financial projections that are not supported by strong fundamentals in the current business modelBalance vi...

201. Sale Leasebacks, Warehouse for Beginners, Land Entitlement | (Office Hours)

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:- Tyler is focusing more on YouTube content and livestreaming to educate people about commercial real estate. He's seeing good growth an...

200. Commercial Real Estate Tech: Crexi | with Nate Smoyer

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:- Crexi is a leading commercial real estate marketplace that aims to make the commercial real estate process more efficient and accessib...

199. Being Broke Is No Excuse

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Commercial properties can be bought with no money down through creative deal structures like seller financing, partnering with existing ...

197. Has Real Estate Hit Rock Bottom? (Investors Round Table)

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:- Commercial real estate may have hit a cyclical bottom based on signals from large firms like Blackstone that prices have dropped 15-25...

196. If I Started Real Estate in 2024, I'd Do This.

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:The importance of taking action and gaining hands-on experience through initial real estate property purchases.Starting small and afford...

195. Deals Under $250k, Best Property for Beginners, Finding NNN Tenants (Office Hours)

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler discussed looking at commercial properties under $250k, such as a 2500 sqft warehouse near Houston for under $250k that could prov...

194. Commercial Real Estate Investment Sales Pt. 1 | Brokers Round Table

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Cultivating relationships with banks, lenders, special servicers is important for finding distressed property opportunitiesNetworking gr...

193. The 10 Best Real Estate Markets for Investors in 2024 (& What to Buy)

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:The top 10 real estate markets for 2024 based on the Urban Land Institute's emerging trends report, with a focus on investment opportuni...

192. CRE Investing Tips: From Off-Market Finds to Offer Negotiations (Office Hours)

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Provided updates on several real estate projects including a hotel development and challenges with permitting.Discussed plans to launch ...

191. January CRE Brokerage Business Review with Logan Freeman

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Tyler and Logan started a new podcast segment to discuss their brokerage businesses each month for accountability and to provide insight...

190. Is Real Estate Still a GOOD Investment?

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Real estate investing in 2024 will require more work but also offer more potential rewards compared to recent yearsTop markets for inves...

189. Finding Tenants, Starting in Brokerage, and More (Office Hours)

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Key Takeaways:Leasing commercial properties can be challenging for beginners but there are strategies like hiring a professional leasing team or direc...