In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Grant Chappell, a seasoned commercial real estate broker with a deep focus on multi-family investments in the Bay Area. Grant’s journey from banking at Wells Fargo to 20 years in brokerage is packed with insights, lessons, and strategies for navigating the ever-changing real estate market.
We discuss the current state of multi-family investments, the shifting dynamics in Oakland and Berkeley, and how factors like interest rates, insurance costs, and economic trends are influencing investor decisions. Grant also shares his personal experiences in the market, including his approach to cold calling, relationship-building with property owners, and his philosophy on long-term investing.
Key topics include: ✔️ How Grant transitioned from banking to commercial real estate brokerage ✔️ The impact of market cycles on investment strategies ✔️ Why insurance and financing challenges are reshaping multi-family deals ✔️ How Oakland and Berkeley are evolving as rental and investment markets ✔️ The art of cold calling and building trust with property owners
Whether you’re a seasoned investor, a broker, or just curious about commercial real estate, this episode is packed with valuable insights!
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