The Insider's Edge To Real Estate Investing
203 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsYou’ll learn how to get started and level up in real estate investing on “The Insider’s Edge to Real Estate Investing.”
Hosted by James Nelson, Principal and Head of Avison Young’s Tri-State Investment Sales Group in New York City, the show features legends in the business and industry experts who share their experiences and advice.
Nelson is also a WSJ bestselling author and investor with a 25-year career, during which he has sold more than 500 properties and loans totaling over $5 billion.
His accolades include being named the #1 broker at Avison Young globally, a Commercial Observer’s Power 100, a CoStar’s Power Broker, and a REBNY Deal of the Year award winner.
Join the audience and follow along to gain insight into every step of the process, from building partnerships and spotting opportunities to repositioning and making smart investment decisions.
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Branding Strategies with Whitney Arcaro
June 19, 2024 09:00 - 50 minutes - 116 MBYou will learn about the value of branding for real estate investments in this conversation with Whitney Arcaro, chief review officer at RXR, a vertically integrated operating and development company based in New York. RXR has expertise in a wide array of value creation activities, including ground up real estate, infrastructure, and industrial development. It oversees 25 billion square feet of property, including commercial and residential. You’ll hear about ways to brand a proper...
Sell High: Finding the Right Broker
June 12, 2024 18:53 - 27 minutes - 63.7 MBWelcome to Sell High. You will learn about what to look for in a broker in this episode of the Sell High series. If you select a broker who specializes in your area and asset class, and has a strong track record, you could maximize the price when selling. You’ll also want to check what type of marketing campaign the broker plans to carry out to get the most exposure for your property with qualified buyers. A broker who puts themselves in your shoes can help you navigate the proce...
Career Building with Stuart Milstein
June 06, 2024 20:14 - 54 minutes - 125 MBYou will gain insight into working at smaller real estate firms and larger institutions in this conversation with Stuart Milstein, president and founder of Drake Street Partners. Prior to the company, Stuart was a senior vice president at Beacon Capital Partners, and a vice president at Vornado Realty Trust where he was responsible for acquisitions, note purchases, and asset financing. Stuart also worked at Clarion Partners, in investment banking at Bear Stearns Real Estate Group, and at...
Selling High: The Right Time to Sell
May 30, 2024 19:23 - 17 minutes - 40 MBYou will learn about timing in the sales process in this episode of the Sell High series. If you can be a patient seller, you could maximize value and get the highest price. Most sales processes in commercial real estate take about six months to complete. For buyers, you’ll want to learn about the seller’s motivation, and make sure that your financing aligns with your overall business plan. I also discuss fluctuations in the market and best practices for timing the sale. You c...
Vetting Deals with Jesse Terry
May 22, 2024 19:29 - 48 minutes - 110 MBYou will learn how to analyze opportunities with Jesse Terry, chief investment officer of real estate acquisitions at HUBB NYC. The company owns and operates Free Market, Rent Stabilized, and Rent Controlled homes. Jesse vets between 50 and 60 broker setups each month and uses a system to identify which opportunities to pursue. To navigate investing, Jesse discusses the value of having a team to work on different aspects of the deal. He also emphasizes the importance of due dilige...
Leveraging Technology with Eric Brody
May 16, 2024 02:03 - 56 minutes - 129 MBYou will learn about ways you can use technology in real estate in this conversation with Eric Brody, founder of ANAX Real Estate Partners, a real estate capital advisory firm. Eric is an accomplished developer and investor in New York City with nearly two decades of experience in the mid-market multifamily sector. He has developed approximately 800 units across NYC, totaling nearly $1 billion worth of real estate. You’ll hear about opportunities in today’s market, and how to use techn...
Legacy Building with Bill Rudin
May 08, 2024 15:09 - 1 hour - 138 MBYou will learn to keep a long-term approach when investing in real estate in this conversation with Bill Rudin, co-executive chairman of Rudin Management Company. The company was founded in 1925 by Samuel Rudin and is now led by the third and fourth generations. The portfolio is comprised of residential buildings totaling more than 4 million square feet and commercial office buildings totaling more than 10 million square feet. Bill shares how the company stays true to its founder’s...
Jump In with Rob Kaliner
April 30, 2024 18:13 - 55 minutes - 127 MBYou will hear how to learn as you go in this conversation with Rob Kaliner, founder of RoundSquare Development, which specializes in ground-up development, value-add, distressed properties, and commercial condominiums. Rob has been involved in the development of luxury condominium buildings such as the A Building in the East Village, 133 West 22 nd Street in Chelsea, and the Georgica on the Upper Side. Prior to entering the world of New York real estate, Ron had a successful career in t...
Introduction to Selling High
April 23, 2024 19:46 - 23 minutes - 53.4 MBYou will learn about strategies you can use to be successful in real estate, including having the right mindset, being optimistic, and continually learning. I also share my story of how I got into the real estate business and the incredible mentors who taught me valuable lessons during the early years of my career. You’ll hear about managing your day and I share some of the routines I follow to make the most of my time. I also give an overview of this new series on selling high, whic...
Urban Planning with Paula Carethers
April 10, 2024 21:28 - 43 minutes - 99.8 MBYou will learn about city development and leading teams in this conversation with Paula Carethers, director of real estate for the Archdiocese of New York. Paula is responsible for strategy and oversight of properties for its nearly 300 parishes. She has held leadership roles in large-scale projects including the master planning for Ford Motor Company’s restoration of Michigan Central Station in in Detroit and approvals for redevelopment of the historic Domino Sugar property in Williamsburg,...
Balancing Risk with Victor Sigoura
April 02, 2024 13:00 - 57 minutes - 134 MBYou will learn how to pursue development opportunities in this episode with Victor Sigoura, CEO and founder of Legion Investment Group, a real estate developer, owner, and operator focused on acquiring and executing developments in strategic and highly sought-after locations to create value for its investors. Victor has been responsible for directing and overseeing new developments worth over $7 billion across multiple sectors of the real estate industry. You’ll hear about the ...
Operating Excellence with Chris Powers
March 26, 2024 13:00 - 45 minutes - 103 MBYou will learn how to focus on an asset class and be a great operator in this conversation with Chris Powers, founder and executive chairman of Fort Capital, a vertical real estate firm which has invested over $2.1 billion in Class B industrial, commercial, multifamily, student housing, and land development projects throughout the state of Texas and the Sunbelt. Since 2016, the company has focused on Class B Industrial full-time, and that is where the firm dedicates the majority of its resou...
Cultivating Community with Ashley Stiles
March 19, 2024 13:00 - 49 minutes - 114 MBYou will learn how to consider the impact of a development project in this conversation with Ashley Stiles, CEO and founder of Tribe Development, a comprehensive real estate consulting and development firm which aims to develop better spaces and experiences for everyone. Ashley brings more than 15 years of experience in commercial real estate along Colorado’s Front Range. During her career, she has developed more than $1 billion in assets. You’ll hear how Ashley gathers input from the ...
Creating Experiences with Ezra Stark
March 12, 2024 13:00 - 48 minutes - 112 MBIn. this episode, You will learn about building spaces with amenities to exceed expectations in this conversation with Ezra Stark, CEO of Stark Enterprises, a full-service real estate development company. Stark Enterprises has a footprint of 9 million square feet of Class A properties in more than seven states with a value of over $2 billion. The company’s portfolio contains more than 50 properties in retail, office, apartment, hotel, and student housing segments. You’ll hear about...
Retail Trends with Kenneth Bernstein
March 05, 2024 14:00 - 45 minutes - 103 MBYou will learn about going public and managing REITs in this conversation with Kenneth Bernstein, president and CEO of Acadia Realty Trust. Acadia is a real estate investment trust which specializes in the acquisition, redevelopment, and management of open-air retail properties. The trust owns or has ownership interest in more than 100 properties totaling approximately $4 billion in value. In addition, Acadia launched Fund V, which is capitalized to acquire $1.5 billion in retail. ...
Renewals with Brian Steinwurtzel
February 27, 2024 14:00 - 45 minutes - 105 MBYou’ll learn the value of listening to tenants and working with not-for-profits with Brian Steinwurtzel, Co-CEO and principal of GFP Real Estate, a vertically integrated owner, operator, property manager, and developer of commercial real estate in the New York Tri-State Region. Helmed by three generations of family members over six decades, GFP’s portfolio includes some of New York City’s most iconic real estate assets, including the Flatiron Building and The Film Center. You’ll hear how t...
Lifetime Learning with Marco Santarelli
February 20, 2024 14:00 - 49 minutes - 112 MBYou’ll hear about achieving financial freedom in this conversation with Marco Santarelli, a two-time Inc. 1000 entrepreneur, investor, author, and Broadway producer. Marco is the founder of Norada Capital Management and Norada Real Estate Investments, the largest nationwide provider of turnkey investment property. You’ll also learn how Marco has a mission to help people achieve personal and financial goals. He offers training programs and covers the benefits of having a lifelong learner mi...
Capital Management with G. David Bednar
February 13, 2024 20:32 - 55 minutes - 128 MBYou will learn about leadership skills and solving problems from G. David Bednar, principal and founder of Devotio Capital Management: The Real Estate Private Bank. His company serves as an investment advisor and fiduciary, providing bespoke, private real estate investing solutions to ultra-high net worth individuals and families. Prior to creating his own capital management platform, David spent time at other well-known real estate companies, including Ladder Capital, JPMorgan Chase & Co....
Entrepreneurial Investing with Gary Chesson
February 07, 2024 19:50 - 56 minutes - 131 MBYou will learn how to build a real estate business and create an investment fund with Gary Chesson, the retired co-founder of Trinity Partners, a full service commercial real estate firm headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Gary and his partners also co-founded Trinity Capital Advisors, a private equity real estate investment firm which has invested $4.1 billion through acquiring and developing more than 28 million square feet of office and industrial assets primarily in the Southeas...
Building Trust with Moses Kagan
January 30, 2024 18:05 - 44 minutes - 53.3 MBYou will learn how to educate investors to create a base for real estate investing with Moses Kagan, co-founder and partner at Adaptive Realty, which focuses on managing high-quality Southern California real estate. Adaptive Realty was founded in 2011 with no outside capital, and now owns about $200 million of real estate. You’ll gain insight on how to distribute content on social media to attract others who want to participate in a deal. You’ll also hear about the importance of looki...
Appraising with Jonathan Marcus
December 05, 2023 15:56 - 52 minutes - 59.8 MBYou will learn how to understand value in real estate investing with Jonathan Marcus, principal at New England Investment Partners, LLC, which focuses on the national market and actively pursues the acquisition of office, industrial, retail, and multi-family properties. The company takes a conservative and holistic approach to add value while improving the tenant experience. You’ll hear about being involved in real estate when it’s a family business, and how to start on your own with r...
Successful Partnerships with Brian Ray
December 05, 2023 15:53 - 51 minutes - 60.8 MBYou will learn how to get started, network continually, and build relationships in real estate with Brian Ray, co-founder, managing partner, and principal of Alchemy-ABR Investment Partners and ABR Partners, LLC, his family holding company. During his 20-plus year career, Brian has acquired, developed, and managed properties with a value exceeding $3 billion. You’ll glean information on how to set up partnerships and build long-term success, along with managing everything and having fun...
Remote Investing with Stacy Conkey
November 30, 2023 19:16 - 54 minutes - 102 MBYou’ll learn about remote real estate investing in this conversation with Stacy Conkey. Stacy is a veteran real estate investor and co-founder of Remote Multifamily Investing Academy, which provides coaching and support for those interested in real estate investing. You’ll take away tips on overcoming fear, as Stacy describes how she got out of her comfort zone to become a public speaker and find properties that could generate cash flow. After going through training herself, she decid...
Alignment with Ari M. Shalam
November 21, 2023 14:41 - 58 minutes - 108 MBYou’ll learn about how to choose partnerships and qualify opportunities in this conversation with Ari M. Shalam, the founder and managing partner of RWN Real Estate Partners LLC, a New York City-based middle market real estate private equity investment platform. Ari started the investment platform more than 10 years ago, and it is backed by Marc Rowan, the CEO of Apollo Global Management. RWN targets direct and controlled joint venture investment opportunities across most property types. ...
Prioritizing with Gino Barbaro
November 15, 2023 17:27 - 58 minutes - 54.7 MBYou’ll learn how to set priorities and learn the processes of real estate investing in this conversation with Gino Barbaro. Gino is an investor, business owner, and entrepreneur who has grown his real estate portfolio to over 2,120 multifamily units with $280 million in assets under management. You’ll also hear how Gino shifted from being involved in the pizza industry to real estate, a decision he made when looking for passive income streams. He set up a strategy with his partner, Jake ...
Masterminding with Ross Hamilton
November 08, 2023 19:16 - 59 minutes - 55.7 MBYou will learn about how to surround yourself with excellence to get started in real estate in this episode with Ross Hamilton. Hear about the value in taking action, connecting with others, and participating in a network to find investment opportunities. You’ll also learn ways to help others who are struggling to keep their homes. Ross has a fascinating story and background, which includes a passion for BMX freestyling as a young adult. After an injury caused him to step aside, he beg...
Creative Financing with Kevin Amolsch
October 31, 2023 15:28 - 59 minutes - 55.6 MBYou will learn about financing deals and how to get involved in the debt side of real estate in this episode with Kevin Amolsch, a real estate investor and private money lender at Pine Financial Group. You’ll gather insight on how to be creative with financing and get into properties with no money down. Kevin earned his degree in finance after serving four years in the U.S. Army. After college, he spent two years working with Wall Street as a mortgage bond analyst. He stepped away to get i...
Diversify with Mark Khuri
October 24, 2023 15:40 - 55 minutes - 52.1 MBYou will learn the differences between investing actively and passively, and what might be best for you on this episode with Mark Khuri, co-founder of SMK Capital Management, a boutique private equity real estate investment firm. Mark talks about the value of diversifying with best-in-class sponsors across multiple asset classes and geographies. Mark’s career in real estate began in 2005 when he started investing in residential real estate in California and Florida. In 2010, he co-found...
Creating Balance with Liz Faircloth
October 04, 2023 17:27 - 48 minutes - 45 MBYou’ll learn the benefits of moving forward in real estate, one step at a time, in this conversation with Liz Faircloth, co-founder of The Real Estate InvestHER® community and Facebook group. Liz has developed a model that connects women who are interested in getting started in real estate—or are looking for ways to scale. She is also co-founder of the DeRosa Group, a family-owned business investing in residential and commercial property with a mission of transforming lives through real esta...
Leveraging AI for CRE w/ Rod Santomassimo
September 19, 2023 14:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MBYou’ll learn how to think ahead of get ready for what’s next in this conversation with Rod Santomassimo. Rod is the founder and president of The Massimo Group, a leading national commercial real estate coaching and consulting organization. He has more than 20 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry as a broker, owner, and manager of local, regional, and international firms. Rod is a best-selling author with books that include Brokers Who Dominate, Teams Built to Dominate, ...
Building Trust with Adam Altman
September 12, 2023 14:47 - 52 minutes - 48 MBYou’ll learn how to collaborate with others in real estate and learn at every step in this interview with Adam Altman. Adam is the founder and managing member of KABR, which is a vertically integrated private equity real estate firm responsible for the investment, development, and management of real estate. The portfolio includes commercial, multifamily, industrial, hospitality, and development assets. In his role, Adam is instrumental in fundraising, structuring JV partnerships, and sourci...
How to Find a Mentor for Real Estate Investing with Shawn DiMartile
September 05, 2023 18:51 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBOn this week’s episode, You’ll learn how to get connected to others in real estate and build a track record in this conversation with Shawn DiMartile. Shawn is a real estate investor based in San Diego with more than 300 rental units, a boutique hotel, and several Airbnbs, with a cumulative value of more than $50 million. He is also host of the podcast The Real Estate Takeoff and co-founder of Takeoff Capital. Shawn is a U.S. Navy veteran and worked as an air traffic controller prior to inv...
Windows of Opportunity with Chris Finlay
August 29, 2023 17:08 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBYou’ll learn valuable information about affordable housing, institutional investing, and senior living in this conversation with Chris Finlay. Chris is CEO and chairman of Lloyd Jones, a global real estate investment firm with subsidiaries in development and construction. It also has a platform called AVIVA Senior Living and concentrations in multifamily and the hospitality industry. Its investment partners include institutions, family offices, accredited investors, and its own principals. ...
The Leap with Kaitlin McCarthy
August 22, 2023 15:49 - 56 minutes - 104 MBYou’ll learn about gauging risk and spotting opportunities in this conversation with Kaitlin McCarthy. Kaitlin established Ionic Development Company, which is a certified Woman Business Enterprise, in 2022. She has more than 10 years of experience managing large development and construction projects in downtown Boston. Before she founded Ionic, Kaitlin served as vice president at The HYM Investment Group. She has worked on projects such as The Sudbury with 368 apartments and 55 condos, and ...
Sustainability with Laura Rapaport
August 15, 2023 22:49 - 49 minutes - 90.9 MBYou’ll gain insight into playing an innovative role in real estate in this conversation with Laura Rapaport. Laura is the founder and CEO of North Bridge, a company offering financing solutions that serve the intersection of real estate, technology, and sustainability. North Bridge is a one-stop-shop for clients nationwide and covers all asset classes, providing support to both improve the built environment and create a greener future. When she started out, Laura initially took on an int...
Goal Setting with John Hopfensperger
August 11, 2023 20:13 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBYou’ll learn how to strive for the next level while maintaining a healthy balance in this conversation with John Hopfensberger. With more than 30 years of experience in the commercial real-estate industry, John is the founder and president of CMK Properties, and has developed more than $200 million of real estate. In addition to his business accomplishments, John is a triathlete and a two-time Ironman finisher. He also serves on advisory boards and in various nonprofit capacities. John g...
Stepping Up with Ryan Tseko
August 01, 2023 10:56 - 54 minutes - 104 MBYou’ll gain incredible insight on how to jump in, surround yourself with high performers, and communicate in this conversation with Ryan Tseko. Ryan is the Executive Vice President at Cardone Capital in the Miami metro area and has completed acquisitions with a transaction value of over $2.9 billion, secured more than $1.9 billion of debt financing, and has been actively involved in launching every investment vehicle for the company. He holds a B.S. in Aviation and Airway Management from U...
Purpose with Matt Blesso
July 26, 2023 22:28 - 52 minutes - 100 MBYou’ll gain a wealth of ideas on how to think outside the box and have a positive social impact in this interview with Matt Blesso, a serial entrepreneur and self-made real estate developer. Throughout his career, Matt has sought opportunities that generate outsized returns and has also focused on modeling a healthy environment and community. He has conceived, developed, and managed a diverse and distinctive portfolio of residential, commercial, and hospitality assets in New York, Panama, a...
Thinking Big with Wendy Berger
July 18, 2023 15:38 - 59 minutes - 102 MBYou’ll learn incredible insight into getting a feel for a neighborhood and developing expertise in a niche market in this interview with Wendy Berger, principal of WBS Equities, LLC. For more than 30 years, Wendy has been involved in the real estate business as a developer, lender, property manager, broker, and investor. She began her career at American National Bank and Trust Company of Chicago in commercial lending. Wendy also spent several years as a principal with Berger Realty Group...
Scaling with Charles Carillo
July 14, 2023 19:25 - 1 hour - 98 MBWhether you’re interested in active or passive investing, you’ll get key takeaways on how to expand your footprint from this episode featuring Charles Carillo, a real estate investor and entrepreneur. Charles has been involved in multifamily and commercial real estate investments since 2006. He is the managing partner of Harborside Partners, a real estate syndication firm, and has invested in more than $200 million worth of investment real estate to date. He’s also the host of the Global I...
Consistency with George Giannopoulos and Jeffrey Znaty
June 27, 2023 17:15 - 51 minutes - 84.9 MBYou’ll gain incredible insight in this conversation with George Giannopoulos and Jeffrey Znaty, co-founders of Kings Capital. They share the power of following a regimen, both personally and professionally, which can help you gain an advantage in the real estate world. They advise starting small and taking on bigger deals as you grow, a strategy that has helped them gain an outstanding track record. Kings Capital is a vertically integrated real estate investment and management firm head...
Doubling Down with Oren Neria
June 20, 2023 19:57 - 47 minutes - 77.2 MBOn this episode of The Insider's Edge to Real Estate Investing, I speak with Oren Neria, a real estate investor and principal of MY BK Investments. We discuss the competitive landscape for brokerage in neighborhoods around Manhattan and the success of targeting smaller, more efficient areas like Northern Manhattan and submarkets in Brooklyn. We also delve into Neria's experience in acquisitions and how he uses rejection as an opportunity to grow. With an eye on Brooklyn and smaller value add...
Conviction with Alex Budney
June 14, 2023 10:59 - 51 minutes - 84.2 MBYou are going to get a tremendous benefit from this conversation I had with Alex Budney, who shares how to start off in real estate investing and ultimately build your own platform. Alex is the founder of Ennismore, a real estate investment, management and consulting firm. Since its beginning, Ennismore has advised on or sponsored more than $2.1 billion of active real estate projects. In addition to implementing Ennismore’s principal investment strategy, Alex counsels various real estate ow...
The Importance of Due Diligence in Closing A Real Estate Deal
June 06, 2023 14:32 - 46 minutes - 74.1 MBIn this episode of The Insider's Edge to Real Estate Investing, Jeremiah Shamess and James Nelson discusses the importance of having a strong team when it comes to real estate investing and talks about finding trusted professionals to save time and money. James shares insights on financing options for real estate projects, equity distribution, and the different asset classes, such as multifamily, retail, office, and development, including their pros and cons. We also cover the importance of ...
The Power of Relationships: Building A Successful Real Estate Team
June 02, 2023 21:19 - 45 minutes - 73.3 MBIn this episode, we delve into the world of real estate and the importance of having the right team. Jeremiah Shamess and James discuss the importance of building trusted relationships with specialists, finding capital relationships, cultivating an investor base, evaluating properties, and finding great opportunities in the real estate market. James emphasizes the importance of finding a partner to raise capital and create credibility for investors. He provides tips on property evaluation...
Starting Early with Drew Breneman
May 17, 2023 17:54 - 53 minutes - 79.9 MBYou are going to be inspired by today’s show. Drew Breneman, founder of Breneman Capital, started early. A natural-born entrepreneur, Drew started his first business at 14. He then launched a highly-successful internet business while in high school. His ambition for finding the best investment vehicle for his earnings from his internet business is what led him to real estate, purchasing his first two rental properties at 19 years old. His drive attracted the attention of HGTV, where Drew was...
Neighborhood Ventures with Jamison Manwaring
April 25, 2023 16:52 - 52 minutes - 84.6 MBOn this week’s episode, Jamison Manwaring, co-founder and CEO of Neighborhood Ventures, shares about building out his real estate investment firm and his own crowd funding platform. If you’re interested in raising from non-accredited investors or how crowdfunding could boost your business, there will be many valuable takeaways. After years as a tech analyst, Jamison realized that everyone had the same information on Wall Street and it was just a matter of trying to outsmart each other. Wh...
All About The Fundamentals with Brian Ker
April 18, 2023 19:42 - 53 minutes - 101 MBIn this week’s episode, Brian Ker shares with you his story from humble beginnings as a real estate broker to working for City government to owning and operating an industrial portfolio. His company acquired the New Jersey and Connecticut properties valued at $100 million dollars in less than two years! If you are just getting into investing or looking to get into a new asset class or geography, this conversation will tell you how to do this from the ground up. Imagine amassing such sizeab...
Creating Community with John Casmon
April 11, 2023 16:02 - 45 minutes - 73.7 MBI had the chance to meet John when I interviewed on his podcast and was happy to have him reciprocate and come on my show. John Casmon launched Casmon Capital Group to help busy professionals invest in real estate without taking on a second job. He has helped families invest in over $100M in multifamily apartments to create passive income, reduce their tax obligation, and foster generational wealth. John hosts the Multifamily Insights podcast. In addition, he is the co-founder of the Midwest...
Education x Action = Results with Gino and Julia Barbaro
April 04, 2023 10:59 - 59 minutes - 96.1 MBGino Barbaro is a co-founder of Jake and Gino and the Rand Family of Companies, a vertically integrated real estate company that controls over $250 million of real estate assets. He is a best-selling author of Wheelbarrow Profits and The Honey Bee, and have created an educational company that focuses on multifamily entrepreneurs. He has co-founded the Jake & Gino community to teach others their three-step framework: Buy Right, Finance Right and Manage Right®, and how to become multifamily e...