SF Commercial Property Conversations hosted by Bruce Bean is the go-to podcast for anyone fascinated by the intricacies of commercial real estate in the San Francisco Peninsula and beyond. Each episode dives deep into the world of commercial property investments, featuring insights from seasoned investors, industry experts, and professionals who have shaped the landscape of San Francisco’s market. Join us as we explore successful investment strategies, discuss the challenges and opportunitie ...
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From Bank Teller to House Flipper: Wanda Henry’s Bold Move
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13:04In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce Bean sits down with Wanda Henry, a seasoned real estate broker and investor whose journey from Cleveland to California is nothing short of inspiring. Wanda shares how her early start in banking led her into the world of real estate, where she grew from teller to broker, managing a firm …
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Green Bay Roots, Marine Tough, Stanford Smart: Chris Jansen on Real Estate Success
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27:32From Green Bay to the Marine Corps to Stanford — and now full speed ahead in real estate, Chris Jansen’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, Bruce chats with Chris about how COVID-19 boredom sparked a deep dive into investing, leading Chris from civil engineering into a thriving real estate journey. Chris shares how he leveraged his …
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Oklahoma Grit to Real Estate Gold: Mike Litton’s Journey
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24:11In this powerful episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce sits down with real estate powerhouse Mike Litton for a journey through grit, transformation, and entrepreneurial drive. From farming 3,000 acres in Oklahoma as a teenager to leading a top-producing mortgage and real estate career in San Diego, Mike shares how an unexpected spe…
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Daniel Atwater: Crafting Stories from PR Roots to Digital Strategy Powerhouse
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16:54From public-sector beginnings to founding a thriving communications consultancy, Daniel Atwater has built a unique career at the crossroads of commercial real estate, digital marketing, and community engagement. In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Daniel shares his professional journey—from working in asset mana…
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Heartland to Healing: Bess McCarty’s Path to Mind-Body Coaching
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17:10In this insightful episode, Bruce Bean welcomes Bess McCarty, a mind-body life coach originally from a Kansas farm and now based in San Diego. Bess shares her unique journey from the Midwest to teaching at Body Mind College and working as a holistic practitioner. She dives into how our physical symptoms can reveal emotional blocks—and how addressin…
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Yonah Weiss: Engineering Wealth Through Strategic Depreciation
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23:03Yonah Weiss shares his fascinating journey from San Diego to Jerusalem and from education to real estate, culminating in his expertise at Madison SPECS, the largest cost segregation provider in the country. Yonah breaks down what cost segregation really is, how it works, and how real estate investors can use it to accelerate depreciation, increase …
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From the Inside Out: Jonathan King's Journey to Intero Leadership
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25:45In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean sits down with Jonathan King, Vice President and Managing Officer at Intero Real Estate Services for Burlingame and Half Moon Bay. Jonathan shares his unique path from lending to sales to leadership, and offers a front-line perspective on how a major class-action lawsuit has d…
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From Multifamily to Modern Wiring: Matt Ticknor's Electric Journey
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33:47From high-rise deals to hidden wires, Matt Ticknor shares his journey from institutional multifamily development to founding a niche business replacing knob and tube wiring across the Bay Area. In this candid episode, Bruce Bean talks with Matt about how a twist of fate and a spike in insurance challenges led to his transition from large-scale deve…
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Leading with Purpose: Anthony DellaPelle on Advocacy and Expertise in CRE
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31:39What does it mean to lead with purpose in the world of commercial real estate law? In this episode, Bruce Bean talks with Anthony DellaPelle, a seasoned attorney with over 38 years of experience in eminent domain and tax appeal law. Anthony shares his journey from aspiring doctor to renowned CRE attorney, shaped by his deep roots in real estate and…
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From Ospreys to RV Parks: Robert Preston’s Mission-Driven Journey
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28:27In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Robert Preston, founder of Climb Capital and Unhitched RV, who shares his incredible journey from military service to successful entrepreneurship in the RV park space. Robert opens up about making life-changing decisions after high-risk missions overseas, the …
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From Tiger to Titan: Andy Misiavig’s Rise in Retail Leasing
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33:59Ever wondered how a college grad ends up landing a career-changing interview at a baccarat table in Vegas? That’s just the beginning of Andy Misiaveg’s unique story. In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Andy dives into his 25-year journey with The Shopping Center Group, his deep expertise in the Carolinas market,…
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Art Meets Assets: Vlad Arakcheyev’s Journey into CRE
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32:15In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce Bean sits down with Vlad Arakcheyev, a former graphic designer who transitioned into the world of commercial real estate. Discover how a pandemic-era pivot, a strong partnership with his wife, and a commitment to learning reshaped Vlad's professional path. Today, he manages hundreds of …
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From Aircraft to Assets: Flint Jamison’s Journey into CRE Syndication
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23:35Flint Jamison had a thriving career in aerospace, managing $120 million defense contracts and leading large engineering teams. But stress and burnout pushed him toward a new passion—real estate syndication. In this episode, Flint shares his journey from working at Boeing to co-founding Vestas Capital, where he now helps investors tap into commercia…
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One Property, Endless Potential: Hunter Pogatchnik’s Land Flip Journey
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18:55In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean welcomes land flipper and entrepreneur Hunter Pogatchnik. Starting with a single lakeside lot purchase in college, Hunter’s unique approach to land flipping now sees him closing over 100 deals a year. Hunter shares how he transitioned from cold calling during college to owning…
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10,000 Units Later: How Zach Haptopstall Left Medical Sales Behind
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37:31What does it take to walk away from a lucrative career and build a $2.4 billion real estate portfolio from scratch? In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Zach Haptopstall, co-founder and CEO of Rise48 Equity, to hear his extraordinary story. From reporting sports and marketing for hospice care to …
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From Green Fields to Great Deals: Anthony Price’s CRE Journey
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21:00This episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean features Anthony Price, a former environmental consultant turned commercial real estate broker based in Ventura County, California. Anthony shares his unique path from environmental science into the world of commercial real estate, and how his background gives him a rare edge in n…
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Don Spillane: Hustling the Mob - From Solving Crimes to Writing Lines
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14:54What do a London detective, a self-published novelist, and a California real estate pro have in common? Meet Don Spillane. In this episode, Don takes us on a journey from Scotland Yard's gritty East End to the sunny streets of Huntington Beach. With gripping tales of taking down hitmen, navigating the ups and downs of commercial real estate, and wr…
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Eric Wassmann: From Icy Slopes to Hot Deals in Real Estate
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20:52In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Eric Wassmann to uncover a fascinating journey from East Coast ski slopes to the fast-paced world of commercial real estate finance. Eric’s career path weaves through snow-covered peaks and Silicon Valley startups, revealing a unique blend of adventure, hustle, and innovation. Why should you listen? If you…
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Rodrigo Serzedello: Unlocking Wealth from Tech to Real Estate
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16:27What happens when a seasoned tech entrepreneur trades Silicon Valley for real estate investing in the Midwest? In this episode, Bruce sits down with Rodrigo Serzedello, a Brazilian-born tech veteran who made a bold transition from building RFID startups to flipping homes in Cincinnati—and he's doing it with smart strategy and a tech-savvy edge. Rod…
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Sam Lauter: From 10-Year-Old Prodigy to Public Affairs Powerhouse
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28:37In this engaging episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Sam Lauter, founding partner of BMWL & Partners, to trace a unique career path that started with political activism before grade school. Raised in a deeply political household, Sam shares how early exposure to national figures and movements led him to a lifelong passion for public affairs. Listene…
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Jimmy Rios: Where Business Advisory Meets Real Estate Expertise
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26:14In this episode, Bruce Bean chats with Jimmy Rios, the dynamic founder behind Rios Business Advisors. With over two decades of experience and a passion for serving underserved communities, Jimmy shares his journey from starting in a small Arizona room to building a multifaceted financial services empire. His company offers everything from credit re…
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Ryan Gautereaux: Teaching Surfing, Building Warehouses, Making Waves in Industrial Development
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20:54From surfboards to site plans, Ryan Gautereaux’s career path is anything but typical. In this episode, host Bruce Bean sits down with Ryan, a Development Manager at Dedeaux Properties, to explore how his early days running a surf camp led to a passion for real estate development. Ryan walks us through his unique journey—from teaching kids to surf i…
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From Labs to Job Sites: Laurance Lee’s Leap into Construction Tech
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16:14In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Laurance Lee, a San Francisco native whose unique path from biochemistry at Harvard to the world of real estate investment offers fascinating insights. Laurance shares how personal life changes led him from a biotech career into real estate, initially investin…
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Michelle Ganaden: Educator Turned Global Insurance Trailblazer
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20:12From Perth to LA, Michelle Ganaden has traveled the world and built a remarkable career in commercial insurance. In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Michelle to hear her inspiring journey from Australian educator to Director of Risk Management in Texas, and now, a broker with Gallagher—the third-largest insurance brokerage globally. Michelle…
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Justin Di Bene: From Full Throttle to Full Coverage
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14:49This week on SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Justin Di Bene, VP of Commercial Insurance at Foundation Risk Partners. From motorcycle racing to mastering the complexities of the insurance world, Justin shares his unique journey and the evolving challenges in today’s insurance market—especially in California. Ju…
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Patrick McIntyre: From Rock & Roll to Risk & Returns
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16:22In this lively episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Patrick McIntyre to explore his fascinating path through multiple careers—from football fields and nursing floors to the dynamic world of commercial finance. Patrick opens up about his Midwest roots, growing up in California, and a pivotal moment at a Janis Joplin concert that indirectly led his fam…
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The Expert Generalist: Monique Lecomte on Resilient Leadership in an Unpaved World
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15:56In this energizing episode, Bruce Bean welcomes back leadership strategist and author Monique Lecomte to explore the power of becoming an “expert generalist.” With warmth and humor, Monique reflects on key life lessons, from growing up in a religious household to managing pools at the YMCA—all of which helped shape her into a resilient and intuitiv…
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From Behind the Scenes to Center Stage: Michelle Colbert’s Journey to Real Estate
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24:49In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Michelle Colbert, a real estate agent whose path to real estate took her from military bases to Hollywood stages and ultimately into the heart of Los Angeles real estate. Michelle shares how growing up in a military family taught her the survival skills that l…
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The Story Behind the Stats: Patrick Duffy Breaks Down Real Estate Trends
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29:10Ever wonder what the stats in those flashy real estate headlines really mean? In this episode, Bruce Bean welcomes economic and real estate expert Patrick Duffy for a behind-the-scenes look at the trends shaping commercial and residential property markets across the U.S. Patrick shares how a background in economics and a few key internships launche…
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Rocio Luna: Navigating Insurance from Claims to EMR with Purpose and Passion
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22:46In this episode, Bruce Bean welcomes Rocio Luna, a dynamic commercial insurance broker based in Southern California. Rocio shares her unique journey into the world of insurance—starting from the ground up with zero experience, facing challenges head-on, and eventually transitioning from claims management to a thriving career in sales. Rocio explain…
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From China to the U.S.: Tim Chen’s Path to Building Connected Companies
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36:37In this episode, Bruce Bean chats with Tim Chen, co-founder of Connected Companies, about his incredible journey from China to becoming a real estate entrepreneur in the U.S. Tim opens up about moving to the States with little English, failing early ventures, and how he finally broke into the commercial real estate world through sheer persistence. …
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From Basketball to Build-to-Rent: Javorn Ferrell’s Real Estate Playbook
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21:38In this episode, Bruce Bean chats with former athlete turned real estate entrepreneur, Javorn Ferrell, about his fascinating journey from pro basketball courts in Europe to leading build-to-rent housing developments across the U.S. Javorn shares how a desire to make a lasting community impact led him to Google “how to get rich”—and how that search …
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Bryan Marks: Riding the Waves from Wind Surfing to LA Home Flipping
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16:33In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean sits down with Bryan Marks, a real estate investor, home flipper, and realtor with a unique journey. From windsurfing instructor to advertising professional, pilot, and eventually a real estate entrepreneur, Bryan shares how his unexpected start in real estate led to a success…
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Blending Bytes and Brick-and-Mortar: David Blumenfeld on NextRivet Success
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17:10How do shopping centers, commercial properties, and mixed-use spaces keep up with the rapid evolution of digital technology? In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with David Blumenfeld, co-founder of NextRivet, to discuss how his company is bridging the gap between digital innovation and physical spaces. With years of experience in San Francisco’s …
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Deal or No Deal? Kayla Frerking on Navigating 1031 Exchanges with Leader Bank Confidence
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23:011031 exchanges can be complicated, but what if they could also be... fun? In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Kayla Frerking, a true leader in 1031 exchanges and a key player at Leader 1031, a subsidiary of Leader Bank. Kayla breaks down the complexities of 1031 exchanges, shares how she’s making tax code exciting, and talks about her unique…
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Jonathan Mitchell: Energizing San Diego’s Multi-Family Market
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22:45In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean sits down with Jonathan Mitchell, a dynamic real estate developer in San Diego. Jonathan shares his journey from running a multimillion-dollar solar company to diving headfirst into real estate development. With a passion for transforming distressed properties into thriving mu…
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Small Town Roots, Billion-Dollar Vision: The Chris Groves Story
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18:10From a small Wisconsin town to moving multi-billion-dollar infrastructure deals, Chris Groves shares a story packed with grit, hustle, and a sharp eye for where the money’s going next. In this episode, Bruce and Chris dive into infrastructure lending—a space Chris calls one of the most exciting and under-the-radar investment frontiers today. Chris …
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Hustle, Grit, and Insurance: Shantelle Cabir’s Blue-Collar Success Story
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32:53In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean sits down with Shantelle Cabir, a powerhouse in the insurance industry who has built her career serving blue-collar businesses. From starting as a telemarketer at 16 to becoming a top producer at Newfront, Shantelle shares her incredible journey, the lessons she learned along …
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Marc Ampil: The Supply Chain Strategist Turned Real Estate Investor
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20:03In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Marc Ampil, a former supply chain consultant turned real estate investor and commercial real estate agent. Marc shares his journey from working long hours in consulting to finding financial freedom through real estate investing. Marc dives into how he got star…
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From Ranch Life to Real Estate: Steffany Boldrini’s Self-Storage Success
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16:14How do you go from growing up in Brazil to building a self-storage empire in the U.S.? Steffany Boldrini did just that. In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Steffany shares her incredible journey—from working in tech startups to realizing the power of real estate investing. Steffany, founder of Monte Carlo Real E…
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From Institutional Insights to Entrepreneurial Success: David Saxe’s Multi-Family Growth Story
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42:57In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean sits down with David Saxe, Managing Principal and Co-Founder of Calvera Partners, to dive into the world of multifamily real estate investing. David shares his journey from working at a $30 billion real estate investment firm to launching his own company and navigating the com…
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The Millennium Tower Challenge: Sam Louwrens on Construction Insurance & Retrofits
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23:31San Francisco’s Millennium Tower is one of the most infamous examples of engineering gone wrong. Dubbed the “Leaning Tower of San Francisco,” this luxury high-rise has faced years of controversy over its sinking foundation, expensive fixes, and ongoing structural concerns. In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean wel…
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Grant Chappell: From Banking to Brokerage – Mastering Multi-Family Investments
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22:45In 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 eve…
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Michael Koch: Using Payment Processing to Offset Insurance Costs
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28:09In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Michael Koch, an expert in insurance, payroll, and payment processing, to discuss his innovative approach to lowering business expenses. Michael shares his journey from working in payroll and HR to disrupting the insurance industry. He explains how traditional…
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From Bombay Studios to SF Storefronts: Michael Chidambaram’s Food & Beverage Brokerage Success
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18:38In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we welcome Michael Chidambaram, a seasoned real estate broker specializing in retail and food & beverage spaces. Michael’s journey is anything but ordinary—starting in TV production in Bombay (now Mumbai) before making his way into San Francisco’s commercial real estate market…
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From Section 8 to Surfboards: Vertical Market’s Journey through Housing to Innovative Flipping
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19:24In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Jack Kaminer and Tyler from Vertical Markets to explore their unconventional path in real estate investing. From Section 8 housing to flipping boats and incorporating tiny homes into rental properties, Jack and Tyler share their dynamic approach to growing wea…
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Lights, Camera, Action: Sean Lahijani’s Journey from Sound Stage Architecture to CRE Developer
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22:12From designing soundstages to developing commercial real estate, Sean Lahijani has seen it all. In this episode, Sean shares his journey from studying architecture at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo to working on high-profile projects like Circa in downtown LA and transforming retail spaces for Sears Growth Properties. But it was his work in soundstage de…
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Insuring Futures: Jake Cummings’ Blueprint for Affordable Housing and Beyond
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16:23In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Jake Cummings, an insurance expert specializing in affordable housing solutions. Jake shares his unique journey into the insurance industry, from his early aspirations in real estate to a chance meeting on a golf course that led him into his current role. We d…
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Surfing the Commercial Insurance Waves with Jack Landers
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23:48Join us for a fascinating conversation with Jack Landers, a seasoned expert in commercial insurance who made the leap from Florida to San Diego, bringing with him a wealth of experience in the industry. Jack shares his journey into insurance, the challenges businesses face in today’s market, and how he helps clients navigate the ever-changing lands…
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Beyond Traditional Insurance: Michael Nassif’s Captive Solutions
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20:40In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Michael Nassif, an insurance expert who is flipping the script on how businesses approach risk management. Michael shares his journey from growing up in Los Angeles and studying economics to unexpectedly landing in the insurance industry. He discusses how his …
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