Commercial Real Estate Blueprint Podcast

In this episode, Graham Storey interviews Frank Rizzo, co-founder of Stone Capital Investors, who shares his extensive experience in mobile home park investing. Frank discusses his journey into real estate, the unique business model of mobile home parks, and the importance of community engagement. He provides insights on choosing the right size park, structuring deals for cash flow, and finding deeply discounted properties. The con...

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Blueprint Podcast, host Graham Storey interviews Josh Zieglowsky , a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of ERC Specialists. They discuss Josh's journey from residential to commercial real estate, the importance of mentorship, and how to find valuable partnerships in the industry. Josh shares insights on bird dogging, the transition from residential to commercial real estate, and th...

In this episode, Graham and Jesse interview Sam Gaudet, a creative director known for his expertise in content creation and personal branding for Dan Martell. Sam shares his journey from starting in videography at a young age to becoming a key player in the personal branding space. The conversation covers the importance of building a media company, effective communication, and the role of AI tools in content creation. Sam emphasize...

In this conversation, Todd Nepola shares his journey into commercial real estate, discussing the importance of flexibility in financing, the lessons learned from his early investments, and the significance of mentorship in the industry. He emphasizes the need for action and consistency in building a successful portfolio, while also navigating the brokerage landscape and the role of personal branding in today's market. In this ...

In this episode, Sean Johansson shares his inspiring journey from a residential real estate investor to a successful commercial real estate entrepreneur. He discusses the importance of education, mentorship, and strategic partnerships in navigating the complexities of the real estate market. Sean recounts his first deal, the lessons learned, and how he scaled his investments over time. He emphasizes the significance of understandin...

In this conversation, Jesse Durham interviews Jack Martin, a seasoned real estate investor, about the benefits and stability of investing in mobile home parks. Jack shares his journey from land development to discovering the unique advantages of mobile home parks, particularly their resilience during economic downturns. He explains the differences between tenant-owned and park-owned homes, the criteria for purchasing mobile home pa...

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Blueprint podcast, Graham Storey interviews Saul Zenkevicius, a seasoned commercial real estate investor. They discuss Saul's journey from residential to commercial real estate, the importance of cash flow, and strategies for finding good deals. Saul shares insights on market focus, the significance of mentorship, and the challenges of building a solid list for direct outreach. The...

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Blueprint podcast, Jesse Durham and Graham Storey speak with Liz Bapasola from Champion Investment Properties. Liz shares her journey into commercial real estate, transitioning from a career in higher education to investing alongside her husband. They discuss the importance of leveraging diverse skill sets, establishing effective systems for property management, and navigating the compl...

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Blueprint podcast, host Graham Storey interviews Zachary Neal, a young and ambitious commercial real estate investor. Zachary shares his journey into the world of real estate, starting from his early interest sparked by reading 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' to his decision to drop out of college during COVID-19. He emphasizes the importance of networking, mentorship, and providing value...

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Blueprint podcast, Graham Storey interviews Shai Yakubovich, who shares his journey in commercial real estate, discussing his first deals, the importance of leases, and how to manage investments remotely. They explore the lifestyle of a real estate investor, the balance between cash flow and flips, and the significance of building relationships and market knowledge. The conversation als...

On our 50th episode, we sit down with Brian Lubin to talk about taking risks, building financial freedom through commercial real estate and business investing, and why redefining “risk” is critical in 2025. We share our personal journey of buying vacant commercial buildings, generating $600k in equity, and the mindsets that took us from fear to freedom. If you’re transitioning from residential to commercial investing or want to qui...

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Blueprint podcast, host Graham Storey interviews real estate investor Alan Schnur, who shares his journey from residential to commercial real estate. Alan discusses the importance of building a network, the challenges faced in the housing market, and the strategies he employed to scale his portfolio. He emphasizes the significance of having a system in place and the lessons learned from...

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Blueprint podcast, Jesse Durham interviews Joe Downs, a seasoned entrepreneur and self-storage investor. Joe shares his journey from being a financial advisor to discovering the self-storage market, highlighting the opportunities and challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the current state of the self-storage market, the advantages of financing through SBA loans, and the potent...

In this conversation, Graham Storey shares his entrepreneurial journey, highlighting his transition from IT to real estate, the importance of partnerships, and the realities of Airbnb investments. He emphasizes the need for alignment of interests in business and discusses the shift towards industrial real estate as a promising avenue for investment. In this conversation, Graham Storey discusses various aspects of entrepreneurship, ...

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Blueprint podcast, host Graham Storey interviews Jarred Elmar, founder of the Geneva Group. Jarred shares his journey from humble beginnings in real estate, starting with residential properties, to successfully transitioning into commercial real estate. He discusses the importance of building an investor base, the lessons learned from his first multifamily deal, and insights into curren...

In this conversation, Graham Storey and Eric Oliver delve into the intricacies of cost segregation, a tax strategy that allows real estate investors to accelerate depreciation on their properties. They discuss the benefits of cost segregation, including tax deductions and cash flow advantages, while also addressing the timing of when to implement such strategies. The conversation covers the mechanics of how cost segregation works, ...

In this episode, Sean Katona shares his journey from corporate America to becoming a successful commercial real estate investor. He discusses the transition from residential to commercial real estate, emphasizing the importance of market focus and building a strong network. Sean also delves into the challenges of remote investing, the significance of mentorship, and the intricacies of deal structures and financing. He provides insi...

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Blueprint podcast, host Graham Storey interviews Ken Gee, founder of KRI Partners, who shares his unique journey from being a CPA to a successful real estate investor. Ken discusses his early experiences in commercial lending, the challenges he faced while transitioning into real estate, and the valuable lessons he learned from his first deals. He emphasizes the importance of understand...

In this episode of the Commercial Real Estate Blueprint podcast, host Graham Storey interviews Dustin Maher, a commercial real estate investor with a unique background in the fitness industry. Dustin shares his journey from owning gyms to becoming a landlord and investor in commercial properties. He discusses his current portfolio, including various investment strategies, challenges faced in student housing, and the viability of Ai...