In this powerful episode, Michael Blank sits down with Ben Reinberg, founder of Alliance CGC, to break down how he built a $500M+ commercial real estate portfolio—starting with a 95,000 sq. ft. industrial building at just 23 years old. Ben shares how he raised capital with no track record, the key mindset shifts that fueled his growth, and why personal development is the hidden engine behind building wealth.
You’ll also learn why commercial real estate—not single-family rentals—is the path most millionaires quietly use to generate generational wealth, and how to shift your focus (and comfort zone) to play a much bigger game.
Key Takeaways
- Study Wealth, Not Just Real Estate: Ben skipped the rental game by studying how wealthy people actually build wealth—with hard assets like commercial real estate.
- You Don’t Need to Know Everything—Just Build the Right Team: From asset management to SEC compliance, syndication is a team sport. You can go bigger by not going solo.
- Raising Capital Is Not About Sales—It’s About Value & Relationships: Ben started with no fear, built credibility through transparency and strong returns, and gave away the lion’s share of the deal early on to build trust.
- Personal Growth = Business Growth: Meditation, mentors, and emotional intelligence aren't optional—they're what allow you to lead, communicate better, and scale sustainably.
- Hard Assets Win Long-Term: Whether it's medical office, multifamily, or industrial, Ben believes investing in tangible assets is the key to recession-resistance and generational wealth.
Connect with Ben Reinberg
- Website: AllianceCGC.com – Learn about his company and accredited investment opportunities
- Personal Site: BenReinberg.com – Buy his book "Hard Assets for Hard Times", explore wealth-building courses, and watch his TV show Obsessed
- Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn: Just search Ben Reinberg on your favorite platform
- Book: Hard Assets for Hard Times – A visual, actionable blueprint to start building your own real estate empire
Connect with Michael
Resources
Access the #1 FREE Apartment Investing Course (Apartments 101)
Schedule a Free Strategy Session with Michael's Team of Advisors
Explore Michael’s Mentoring Program
Join the Nighthawk Equity Investor Club
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