In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Investor Podcast, we discuss the risks of investing with real estate syndicators you don’t know personally. Using a recent Reddit thread as a case study, we break down key lessons for investors, including:

• -The importance of vetting syndicators before committing capital

• Common mistakes investors make when evaluating deals

• The impact of overleveraged deals and expiring rate caps

• Best practices for due diligence in commercial real estate investing

• How general partners and limited partners should align their interests

In this episode of the Investors Round Table, we’re diving into the hard lessons learned from our first commercial real estate deals—the mistakes, the surprises, and the critical takeaways every new investor needs to know. Logan, Matt, and I will share real stories from our first commercial transactions, breaking down what went wrong, how we overcame challenges, and what we would do differently today.

In this week's Office Hours, we're diving deep into the hard lessons of real estate investing—what people wish they knew before they jumped in. A recent Reddit discussion in r/realestateinvesting revealed some brutal truths about real estate, from unexpected maintenance costs to tenant nightmares and overestimated cash flow projections, and we're going to talk about the things you should know before you start buying commercial real estate.

Join us for a dynamic roundtable discussion with top brokers Chad, Jesse, and Adam as we dive into the rising trend of distressed commercial property sales, like the recent high-profile losses in Nashville.

Join me in this week's Office Hours as we dive into the unique investment opportunities and challenges of dark and vacant commercial real estate. We'll discuss scenarios like tenants going 'dark' (still paying rent but ceasing operations) and how these situations can impact neighboring tenants, property value, and lease agreements. I'll also cover strategies for investing in discounted dark NNN properties, how to evaluate their potential, and key considerations when re-leasing the space.

Self storage is one of the hottest asset classes in commercial real estate these days and I'm excited to get my hands on my first one right up the road from my office here in Nashville. However, this storage facility certainly isn't...without its issues. Today, my partner, Jacob, and I will dive into our first month of owning the self storage facility and what we're planning to do with it over the next few years.

In this episode, we'll be discussing the current state of the commercial real estate job market. Is it tough to find jobs right now, especially in asset management and private credit? I'll share my insights and advice on breaking into the industry, even if you're just starting out. We'll also cover creative financing strategies that can help you get deals done, even if you don't have a ton of capital.

In this conversation, we explore the Swepson Guesthouse project with Andrew Llewellyn, CEO and Founder of Super Stays STR, a hospitality innovator based in Louisville, Kentucky. Andrew shares how the Swepson Guesthouse—an expansive 10,000-square-foot property with 15 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, and the capacity to host up to 42 guests—was transformed into a premier destination for large group accommodations.

This will be my FINAL Office Hours of the year since I'll be taking off for my 30 day sabbatical on December 15th. Let's dive into y'all's questions on commercial real estate and talk about getting ready for the new year.

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Investor Podcast, I sit down with Jacob Kromhout, my project manager from Bentwood Construction, for the latest updates on Salt Ranch, our boutique hotel renovation project in East Nashville. From historic challenges to design choices, we cover it all: Site Progress: Updates on sewer and drainage installations, the addition of a new retaining wall, and smoothing out outdoor areas for guest amenities.

We're back from Thanksgiving week and going live at 8:30am CST for "office hours" to answer your questions about commercial real estate on the show. Let's hear what you'd like to know when it comes to brokerage, investment, and development!

In this discussion, I'll dive into the Top 10 U.S. Commercial Real Estate Markets to Watch in 2025, as highlighted by the ULI and PwC's Emerging Trends in Real Estate® 2025 report. We'll explore what makes these markets stand out, focusing on their economic strengths, population trends, and investment opportunities.

Join us for a roundtable discussion as we explore the key trends shaping the commercial real estate market in 2025 and beyond. Our panel of seasoned brokers will share their sector-specific insights on how transaction volumes, technology, and market dynamics are evolving, with a focus on industrial, office, and retail real estate.

With a strong track record of public service and over 20 years of sales leadership, Emily joins The Cauble Group as an Associate Broker, where she will leverage her expertise to serve local businesses and strengthen community partnerships.

Each week, I'm going live at 8:30am CST for my "office hours" to answer your questions about commercial real estate on the show. Let's hear what you'd like to know when it comes to brokerage, investment, and development!

In an upcoming discussion with Jacob Kromhout, my project manager from Bentwood Construction, we'll share the latest construction updates at Salt Ranch, my boutique hotel in East Nashville.

Each week, I'm going live at 8:30am CST for my "office hours" to answer your questions about commercial real estate on the show. Let's hear what you'd like to know when it comes to brokerage, investment, and development!

In this round table, brokers dive into the essential topic of Tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and explore how the right metrics can sharpen their focus, improve client outcomes, and drive sustainable growth across industrial, office, and retail sectors.

Each week, I'm going live at 8:30am CST for my "office hours" to answer your questions about commercial real estate on the show. Let's hear what you'd like to know when it comes to brokerage, investment, and development!

In this episode, we'll examine the potential shifts for commercial real estate under a new Donald Trump administration.