The CRE Guide Podcast | Real Talk on Commercial Real Estate Finance

Live from CLBA Orlando: Networking, Execution & Closing CRE Deals

How Networking Drives Real CRE Deals | New Day Commercial Capital In this episode of the podcast, host Dain Court sits down with an all-star group of commercial lending professionals live from the Commercial Loan Broker Association (CLBA) Conference in Orlando to talk about what truly drives success in today’s CRE market: networking, relationships, and execution. Joined by Joe Wood, Michael Riley, Mike Maurer, Chris Parker, Jack White, and Michael Sanchez of New Day Commercial Capital, along with Jonathan Seo, VP & Business Development Officer at Velocity SBA, the group shares real-world insights on building referral sources, expanding into new markets, and turning meaningful connections into closed deals. The conversation covers the importance of in-person events and online networking, how to grow a strong professional network, and why execution matters more than ever. The group also highlights New Day Commercial Capital’s lending programs, what makes New Day Commercial Capital different, and how the team handles all types of commercial real estate transactions—from owner-user to investor deals. When execution matters, brokers come to New Day Commercial Capital to save the deal. The episode also features a discussion on CRE Guide as a valuable resource for brokers, lenders, and real estate professionals looking to expand their reach, strengthen relationships, and grow deal flow. #NewDayCommercialCapital #CommercialRealEstate #CRELending #CREPodcast #CLBA #Networking #ReferralSources #DealExecution #PrivateLending #SBA #OwnerUser #InvestorLoans #CREGuide #BusinessDevelopment #RelationshipDriven #CommercialFinance

Live from CLBA Orlando: Top Lenders Break Down Today’s Market & 2026 Opportunities

Recorded live at the CLBA Conference in Orlando, this episode brings together five leading lenders for a candid, high-value conversation about today’s lending environment and where the biggest opportunities are heading into 2025. Hosted by Dain Court, this lender roundtable delivers practical insights brokers, lenders, and business owners can use right now. Featured Guests: • Marie Lokmanyan – ARF Financial • Tony Cimino – ROK Financial • Eric Oh – Velocity SBA • Scott Coleman – Northwest • Dean Roberts – Progressive Capital Lending Topics covered: • What types of deals are getting funded today • Submission mistakes brokers should avoid • Credit trends across SBA, CRE, and working capital • Changing borrower expectations • How lenders are adjusting strategies heading into 2025 • The biggest opportunities brokers should be watching • Real deal-flow insights straight from active lenders Filmed onsite at CLBA Orlando, this episode gives you an unfiltered look into the lending landscape from four respected lending platforms. 🎥 Watch the full video episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DH8OEWrRTLg?si=4TxMaTQCiC38Vs_h [https://youtu.be/DH8OEWrRTLg?si=4TxMaTQCiC38Vs_h] 🎧 Listen & subscribe to the CRE Guide Podcast: Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Podcasts, and YouTube. #CREGuide #CLBAConference #CommercialLending #PrivateLending #CommercialRealEstate #SBALoans #WorkingCapital #LenderInsights #CommercialLoans #DealFlow #BrokerLife #ROKFinancial #ARFFinancial #VelocitySBA #NorthwestBank #CREPodcast #NewDayCommercialCapital

The Future of Commercial Real Estate: Market Insights with Industry Experts

🔥 The CRE market is shifting fast — are you ready? In Episode 3 of CRE Guide, host Dain Court sits down with Ryan Huntsman (Chicago Title), Jide Buckley (West Capital Lending), and Yvonne Santos (New Day Commercial Capital) for a high-energy, no-fluff conversation about where commercial real estate is headed and how it all ties together. Together, they dive into: ✅ The biggest CRE trends shaping 2025 and beyond ✅ How lending, title, marketing, and investing intersect ✅ Strategies to stay competitive and succeed in today’s evolving market Whether you’re a broker, investor, lender, or just CRE-curious, this episode is packed with insights, fresh perspectives, and strategies you can use right now. 📌 Subscribe to CRE Guide for expert interviews, market updates, and insider tips to help you thrive in the world of commercial real estate. #CREGuide [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/creguide] #CommercialRealEstate [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/commercialrealestate] #MarketTrends [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/markettrends] #BusinessGrowth [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/businessgrowth] #RealEstateInvesting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/realestateinvesting] #CREPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/crepodcast]

Understanding the SBA 504 Loan Program

In this episode of the CRE Guide Podcast, we dive into the SBA 504 loan program—what it is, how it works, and why it’s a powerful tool for commercial real estate investors and small business owners. Host Dain K. Court breaks down how the 504 program helps business owners secure long-term, fixed-rate financing for owner-occupied properties—with lower down payments and competitive terms. Whether you're a broker, borrower, or just curious about SBA lending, this episode gives you the insights you need to navigate the process and unlock new funding opportunities. 🎙️ Topics Covered: What is the SBA 504 program? Who qualifies? Why it’s different from SBA 7(a) How brokers can use it to close more deals Subscribe for more episodes covering all things CRE, lending strategies, and deal-making in today’s market. 📺 Watch now and don’t forget to hit Like and Subscribe for more commercial real estate content! #SBA504 [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/sba504] #CREGuide [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/creguide] #CommercialRealEstate [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/commercialrealestate] #SBAloans [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/sbaloans] #CREPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/crepodcast] #DainKCourt [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/dainkcourt] #CommercialLending [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/commerciallending]

The CRE Guide Podcast | Real Talk on Commercial Real Estate Finance

🎙 Welcome to CRE Guide with Dain Court — your go-to podcast for navigating the world of Commercial Real Estate finance. Hosted by Dain Court, Chief Origination Officer at New Day Commercial Capital, this podcast delivers insider insights, expert interviews, market trends, and real-world strategies to help brokers, investors, and business owners succeed in today's CRE landscape. Each episode features candid conversations with top professionals across lending, brokerage, title, and development—covering everything from SBA lending to bridge loans, cap rates to credit challenges, and much more. 📈 Whether you’re closing your first deal or your fiftieth, CRE Guide brings you the tools and perspectives to level up your commercial real estate game. Subscribe now and stay ahead of the curve.