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The Best Ever CRE Show

Welcome to the Best Ever CRE Show, the world’s longest-running daily COMMERCIAL real estate podcast. Founded by Joe Fairless, a co-founder of Ashcroft Capital who went from buying $35,000 homes to controlling more than $2.7 billion in real estate assets, the Best Ever CRE Show provides commercial real estate expert insights, education, and timely information to our community of active and passive investors who want to build wealth, build a legacy, and do more good in the world. So if you want the

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39:47

JF 4228: Leveraging Your Personality to Scale Your...

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2026/04/24

Matt Faircloth breaks down how identifying and leaning into your “core genius” can dramatically accelerate your growth in commercial real estate. He explains that success isn’t about fitting a single mold, but about aligning your role with what you’re naturally wired to do and building a team around complementary strengths. By outlining four key roles—money, brain, hunter, and hammer—Matt shows how each personality contributes to scaling a business and why misalignment leads to bottlenecks. He also

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47:12

JF4227: RV Park Underwriting, Multiple Revenue...

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2026/04/22

Amanda Cruise interviews Heather Blankenship, who shares how she built a diversified portfolio across RV parks, mobile home parks, and multifamily over 15 years, starting as an owner-operator before scaling with a team. She explains why RV parks offer strong cash flow but require heavy operations, leading her to add more stable assets to balance her portfolio.Heather breaks down how RV parks have remained stable post-COVID due to drive-to demand and supply constraints, while also explaining the

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30:26

JF 4226: Building an Audience and Why Most Content...

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2026/04/20

Richard McGirr reveals why most educational content attracts the wrong crowd. Those who aren’t prepared or qualified to invest. Learn how to craft messages and lead magnets that filter out the unqualified and speak directly to prospects ready to take action. You'll discover the power of focusing on decision-stage content, like detailed zip code reports or market-specific data, that genuinely move the needle and cut through the noise. This targeted strategy is a game-changer for syndicators, fund

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72:04

JF 4225: Transforming traditional insurance, Stacking...

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2026/04/17

Matt Faircloth has a conversation with Nicolas Lares as he shares his journey from tech at Amazon to transforming insurance through captive-style structures that align your interests directly with your coverage. You'll discover how ownership stakes in insurance pools can eliminate middlemen, reduce unnecessary costs, and align claims incentives so you're rewarded instead of penalized for good risk management. We break down how collective risk-sharing lowers premiums, generates profit shares, and

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27:53

JF 4224: Supply and Demand, Bootstrapping Growth,...

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2026/04/15

Amanda Cruise interviews Steve Taylor, who shares how a costly office lease signed just before the COVID-19 lockdowns pushed him to rethink how commercial space is marketed and monetized. After struggling to fill vacant space in London, he developed SoCommercial, a platform designed to let anyone list and monetize any size of commercial real estate, from full buildings to fractional spaces like desks or storage shelves. He explains the challenges of building a two-sided marketplace, emphasizing the

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33:44

JF 4223: Ratio Metrics, Lead Quality and Scaling...

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2026/04/13

Richard McGirr breaks down why absolute metrics alone can lead to perverse incentives and how pairing them with ratio metrics can transform your business. You'll discover the critical difference between raw lead counts and quality indicators like lead-to-call ratios. Richard shares real-world examples from his thriving property fund, revealing how focusing on these ratios helped him raise over $12 million in just Q1, doubling previous months' results and setting new records.Visit

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36:37

JF 4222: Preparing Your Business for AI Agents, CRM...

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2026/04/10

Richard McGirr talks about how most entrepreneurs and investors overlook the simplest yet most powerful way to leverage AI organization. Revealing how meticulous systems and data management are the secret weapons that turn AI agents from a futuristic fantasy into your daily operational powerhouse.Discover how top firms are transforming their productivity with just a few tweaks: from recording every internal meeting and keeping your CRM hyper-updated, to organizing your data in Markdown instead of

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42:45

JF 4221: The Secrets to Engaging Podcast Tips for...

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2026/04/08

Ash Patel & Amanda Cruise talk to Phil Boggia. He shares his unexpected transition from 14 years in federal law enforcement to multi-million dollar resort investments. Discover why he left residential real estate behind, how he mastered commercial retail with triple-net leases, and why resorts with wedding venues and golf courses are his latest obsession. Phil reveals the secrets behind his low-basis acquisitions, layered revenue streams, and how to structure deals that weather market swings without

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34:25

JF 4220: The Surprising Shift in Real Estate...

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2026/04/07

Matt Faircloth sits down with Marcin Drozdz, a capital markets expert with over $3 billion in deals under his belt. Drozdz reveals the proven strategies that enable him and his clients to raise 8- and 9-figure capital consistently. The key takeaways include learning how to create compelling messaging that effectively showcases your unique advantages, discovering the core components of modern investor funnels for sustainable lead generation to create a predictable lead pipeline, understanding how to

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36:00

JF 4219: Investing in Oregon Real Estate: A...

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2026/04/06

Richard McGirr talks to Jerry Jones about how most investors underestimate how challenging it is to raise a blind pool fund until they try. Jerry Jones, a seasoned real estate investor with over $11 million raised in syndications, shares the unconventional strategies he's discovering to crack the code. In this episode, Jerry reveals why traditional lead magnets like books are losing their punch and what to do instead in a world where people's attention spans are shrinking.Jerry Jones Current

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47:04

JF 4218: Real Estate Strategies in a Changing Economy...

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2026/04/03

Matt Faircloth talks to John Chang, where he reveals why the recent slowdown in job creation isn’t just a blip but a signal of deeper underlying trends. You'll discover how headwinds like rising energy costs, war-related uncertainty, and shifts in policy impact real estate markets, especially multifamily. We break down the hidden consequences of slower employment, dwindling construction, and the critical importance of supply-demand dynamics in different regions. Plus, John shares forward-looking

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25:40

JF 4217: From Law to Construction: A Unique Journey...

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2026/04/01

In this interview, Ash Patel speaks with Matt McGovern about the behind-the-scenes creation of his landmark project: transforming a 200,000-square-foot historic tower and theater complex in Topeka into a multifaceted masterpiece.Matt shares his strategic approach, detailing how he identified unique value-add opportunities and leveraged government incentives, including tax credits and opportunity zone funds. He explains how he structured deals that integrate development with ongoing operational

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48:09

JF 4216: Unlock the secret to raising capital with a...

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2026/03/30

Richard McGirr interviews Justin Spillers and Chris Lopez about genuine investor interest. Imagine transforming your pitch into a compelling, repeatable machine that generates actual capital almost effortlessly. In this episode, you will see a behind-the-scenes strategy that helped secure over 350 investor calls in just nine months, from perfecting four-minute pitches to leveraging paid ads that attracted high-net-worth individuals. Discover the exact steps to make fundraising scalable, strategic,

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53:14

JF 4215: Transforming Lives Through Real Estate ft....

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2026/03/27

Matt Faircloth interviews Kevin Robinson as they break down actionable tactics like analyzing zip codes with a focus on local amenities and community trends, building relationships on the ground, and employing strategic financing options like the Homestead Loan methods that allow him to grow his portfolio without expensive bridge loans or hard money. You'll also learn why he avoids traditional LLC strategies in favor of a simple, practical approach perfect for most investors who are just starting

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59:21

JF 4214: Unlocking High-Yield Investments in Aviation...

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2026/03/26

In a conversation with Pascal Wagner, Brandon Martini unveils a groundbreaking approach to income investing. While many associate this field solely with real estate or conventional bonds, Martini's private credit fund offers a high-yield, consistent return by strategically financing the training of the next generation of pilots.Amid a significant pilot shortage, this unique strategy allows investors to potentially earn up to 19% annually, with monthly payouts, directly supporting training programs

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50:56

JF 4214: Real Estate Secrets: From Ministry Work to...

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2026/03/25

Join hosts Ash Patel and Amanda Cruise as they interview Kris Bennett, who shares his journey from working in ministry and foreclosure to mastering the inner workings of real estate private equity. He covers the strategic roles of university funds and syndications, and delves into asset diversification across self-storage and flex space. Gain insider knowledge on the elements that define an attractive deal: infill locations, strong market fundamentals, and high-quality construction focused on

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54:44

JF 4212: How to Build a Bigger Investor List and...

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2026/03/23

Richard McGirr breaks down why building and scaling your investor email list is the single most important driver of capital raising success. He explains that most operators struggle to raise more capital simply because their list isn’t large or qualified enough, and emphasizes that list growth should take priority over launching new products or funds. Richard walks through the full funnel—from generating reach through earned and paid media, to creating high-converting lead magnets, to nurturing

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28:16

JF 4213: Mastering the Art of Video Content Creation...

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2026/03/21

John Casmon Interviews Nicole Valenzuela about how the most successful investors know that strategic networking opens doors, but few realize how powerful it can be for scaling your real estate ventures into multi-million dollar opportunities. In this episode, multifamily expert Nicole Valenzuela reveals how targeted relationships and community involvement fueled her $14 million cannabis investment, ground-up developments, and multi-faceted real estate portfolio. Her journey from house hacking to

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65:03

JF 4212: Revolutionizing Real Estate: The BTR Boom...

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2026/03/20

Matt Faircloth Interviews Josh Hartmann from NEXmetro, who unveils his simple, highly efficient approach that’s delivered over 11,000 homes and attracted both private capital and institutional interest. This episode reveals how a focus on small, detached, single-story homes tailored to young professionals and retirees is creating a nearly recession-proof niche with massive growth potential.If you're looking to capitalize on a stable, high-growth segment of the rental market during uncertain times,

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42:18

JF 4211: Mastering Due Diligence: A Comprehensive...

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2026/03/19

Pascal Wagner interviews Shane Pogue. He shares how investigative due diligence can reveal whether a sponsor is hiding debt, legal trouble, or even outright fraud, often hidden behind layers of LLCs and international jurisdiction. You’ll discover how to identify red flags like inconsistent income, suspicious business structures, or undisclosed legal battles that can spell disaster and how you can practically get started, even with a modest investment. Shane breaks down the often-overlooked aspects

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