The Best Ever CRE Show

On this episode of Beyond Multifamily, Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Derek Petersen, a former civil engineer turned real estate developer focused on adding value through Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in San Diego. Derek shares how he transforms garages, carports, and storage spaces into high-demand micro-apartments near SDSU, maximizing returns by building for under $100K and renting for $1,500–$2,000/month. He dives into the nuances of California's ministerial approval process, lending strategies, and how compounding capital—even through operational cash flow—drives his long-term wealth strategy. The episode also explores Derek's candid lessons from a challenging Lexington multifamily deal and his views on financial freedom and the psychological barriers many face in pursuing it. Derek Petersen * Current Role: Founder of Avira Capital Investments, real estate investor and developer specializing in ADU conversions * Based in: San Diego, California * Say hi to them at: derek@aviracapitalinvestments.com | YouTube: Search “Derek Petersen ADU San Diego” Go to https://zbiotics.com/BESTEVER [https://zbiotics.com/BESTEVER]  and use BESTEVER at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at ⁠https://www.stamps.com/cre⁠ [https://www.stamps.com/cre]. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show! Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE [https://www.linkedin.com/BRE]. Terms and conditions apply. Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It’s free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ [http://www.bestevercommunity.com/] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

On this episode of Best Ever CRE, Joe Cornwell interviews Fuquan Bilal, CEO of NNG Capital Fund. Fuquan shares insights from his 26-year journey in real estate, including his evolution from fix-and-flips to note investing, and now managing a hybrid fund focused on multifamily in the Southeast and luxury spec homes in New Jersey. He details his survival through the 2008 financial crisis, the strategic shift into second-lien note purchases, and his move into ground-up construction to reduce risk and increase control. Fuquan also explains his fund model, emphasizing diversified cash flow, operational efficiency, and long-term investor relationships over traditional syndication. Fuquan Bilal * Current role: CEO, NNG Capital Fund * Based in: Newark, New Jersey * Say hi to them at: nngcapitalfund.com [https://nngcapitalfund.com] or on social media @FuquanBilal Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at ⁠https://www.stamps.com/cre⁠ [https://www.stamps.com/cre]. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show! Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE [https://www.linkedin.com/BRE]. Terms and conditions apply. Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It’s free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ [http://www.bestevercommunity.com/] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

On this episode of Unlimited Capital, Richard McGirr interviews Pascal Wagner, a capital allocator and educator who shares his journey from managing his family's wealth to becoming a guide for W-2 professionals seeking passive income through alternative investments. Pascal discusses the evolution of his investment strategy, from room-by-room single-family rentals to building diversified income streams through vetted funds. The conversation dives into investor psychology, the true appeal of cash flow vs. equity growth, and how fund-of-funds managers can position themselves as trusted advisors by speaking directly to a well-defined avatar. Pascal also offers tactical insights into LinkedIn marketing, deal flow generation, and building community through storytelling. Pascal Wagner * Current role: Founder of Grow Your Cashflow, fund manager, and educator for passive investors * Based in: Miami, Florida * Say hi to them at: * Website: growyourcashflow.io [https://growyourcashflow.io] * Free Starter Kit: passiveinvestingstarterkit.com [http://passiveinvestingstarterkit.com] * LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/pascalwagner [https://www.linkedin.com/in/pascalwagner/] * YouTube: @pascalwagner [https://www.youtube.com/@pascalwagner] Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at ⁠https://www.stamps.com/cre⁠ [https://www.stamps.com/cre]. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show! Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE [https://www.linkedin.com/BRE]. Terms and conditions apply. Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It’s free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ [http://www.bestevercommunity.com/] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

On this episode of The Horizon, John discusses the long-term implications of the newly passed U.S. tax law and its impact on commercial real estate. He highlights the permanence of key provisions like accelerated depreciation, Opportunity Zones, and LIHTC expansions, explaining how they open the door for long-term investment strategies and development models. John also breaks down the potential inflationary effects of tariffs—particularly on construction materials—and how that could influence interest rates and Federal Reserve policy. He closes with insights on job market data, noting mixed signals beneath the headline unemployment rate and suggesting caution ahead. Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at ⁠https://www.stamps.com/cre⁠ [https://www.stamps.com/cre]. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show! Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE [https://www.linkedin.com/BRE]. Terms and conditions apply. Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It’s free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ [http://www.bestevercommunity.com/] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

On this episode of Multifamily Mastery, John Casmon interviews Matthew Teifke, a Texas-based real estate entrepreneur with over 16 years of experience who began his journey inspired by his single mother’s rental property portfolio. Matthew shares why he believes this is the best buying environment he’s seen, citing motivated sellers impacted by 2020–2021-era debt structures and the unique opportunity to acquire properties below market value. He explains how assuming attractive existing loans creates high cash flow opportunities with less equity required and details his focus on San Antonio and Austin as long-term growth markets. Matthew also emphasizes the importance of playing the long game, building real relationships, and adapting investment strategies to market conditions. Matthew Teifke * Current Role: Co-Founder at TR3 Capital and Founder of TRE (Teifke Real Estate) * Based in: Austin, Texas * Say hi to them at: * 📧 mattteifke@gmail.com * 📱 512-914-4806 * 📱 @MatthewTeifke on all major platforms * 🌐 TR3 Capital [https://www.tr3capital.com] Get a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale at ⁠https://www.stamps.com/cre⁠ [https://www.stamps.com/cre]. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring the show! Post your job for free at https://www.linkedin.com/BRE [https://www.linkedin.com/BRE]. Terms and conditions apply. Join the Best Ever Community  The Best Ever Community is live and growing - and we want serious commercial real estate investors like you inside. It’s free to join, but you must apply and meet the criteria.  Connect with top operators, LPs, GPs, and more, get real insights, and be part of a curated network built to help you grow. Apply now at ⁠www.bestevercommunity.com⁠ [http://www.bestevercommunity.com/] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]