Best Jake Wurzak Podcasts (2025)

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Inside the Playbook for Operational Excellence Across Hotel Types - Greg Kennealey - CEO @ Peregrine Hospitality 1:18:57

13d ago1:18:57

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In this episode of Masters of Moments, host Jake Wurzak sits down with Greg Kennealey, CEO of Peregrine Hospitality, for an in-depth conversation on building and operating a diversified hotel platform with a focus on performance, alignment, and long-term value creation. With a career that includes time at Strategic Hotels and KSL Capital, Greg brin…

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The BEST Asset Class in Commercial Real Estate - Hunt Rose - Partner at TruCore Investments 1:11:36

20d ago1:11:36

1:11:36

In this episode of Masters of Moments, host Jake Wurzak sits down with Hunt Rose, co-founder of TruCore Investments, to dive into the business of Class B industrial real estate and what makes it one of the most resilient, overlooked asset classes in today’s market. Drawing on his experience in brokerage and acquisitions, Hunt explains how TruCore’s…

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Building Retail Platforms That Endure Across Cycles and Challenges - Brian Harper - 11North Partners 1:18:36

27d ago1:18:36

1:18:36

In this episode of Masters of Moments, host Jake Wurzak sits down with Brian Harper, co-founder of 11North Partners and former CEO of RPT Realty, to discuss leadership, reinvention, and the enduring relevance of retail real estate. With a background spanning General Growth Properties, Rouse Properties, and RPT, Brian brings decades of insight from …

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Inside the Success of Vision Hospitality Group - Mitch Patel - Founder of Vision Hospitality Group 1:47:05

1M ago1:47:05

1:47:05

Channeling a passion for the hospitality industry, Mitch Patel established Vision Hospitality Group in 1997 on a foundation of values that guide the organization to this day. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, Mitch oversees every aspect of the company, from investment procurement to the seamless execution of daily operations. Additionall…

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Inside America's Most Generous Real Estate Company - Micah Lacher - Principal @ Anchor Investments 1:29:19

2M ago1:29:19

1:29:19

In this episode of Masters of Moments, host Jake Wurzak sits down with Micah Lacher, founder of Anchor Investments, for a deeply personal and wide-ranging conversation about real estate, entrepreneurship, and the power of second chances. From growing up in a struggling household in North Memphis to building a respected investment and development fi…

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Building Service Businesses with an NFL Mindset - Jesse Rack - CEO of Rack Electric 1:21:45

2M ago1:21:45

1:21:45

In this episode of Masters of Moments, host Jake Wurzak sits down with Jesse Rack, founder and CEO of Rack Electric, to unpack one of the most impressive and unconventional entrepreneurial stories in the home services industry. Jesse shares his journey from Queens, New York, where he played college football and briefly pursued the NFL, to running a…

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Coaching Call - How to Raise Capital 1:28:10

2M ago1:28:10

1:28:10

In this special “Coaching Call” Jake Wurzak goes solo to share everything he’s learned from over a decade of raising capital in real estate. Drawing on personal experience—from his first $7 million deal with no clear path to funding, to building DoveHill into a hospitality investment platform—Jake walks through the real, unfiltered playbook for get…

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Building a $12 Billion+ Real Estate Empire - Patrick Carroll - Founder and CEO of CARROLL 1:35:34

2M ago1:35:34

1:35:34

Patrick Carroll is the founder and CEO of CARROLL, a prominent real estate investment company. From a young age, Patrick Carroll envisioned building a real estate company from the ground up. The ambitious entrepreneur leveraged what was initially a multi-family and retail assets company into a leading real estate empire. As CEO, Patrick helps defin…

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Inside The Triple Net Lease Kingdom - Chris Hatch - Principal at Forza Commercial 1:17:26

3M ago1:17:26

1:17:26

In this episode of Masters of Moments, I sit down with Chris Hatch, Principal at Forza Commercial, to break down the high-stakes world of retail real estate development. Chris grew up in a real estate family, learning the business from the ground up, and those early lessons shaped how he approaches site selection, deal structuring, and scaling deve…

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Monetizing Underutilized Spaces and Disrupting a $40 Billion Industry - Katharine Lau - CEO of Stuf 1:26:06

3M ago1:26:06

1:26:06

Katharine is CEO and Co-Founder of Stuf, one of Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies in 2022. She was named to Inc. Magazine’s Female Founders 100 list in the same year. Katharine is passionate about reinventing consumer experiences in the physical world and leads the company’s strategic vision and overall strategy in transforming the s…

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Leveraging Food Services Success into a Hospitality Real Estate Portfolio - Adam Guy - CEO of Upper Crust Food Services 1:53:44

3M ago1:53:44

1:53:44

In this episode of Masters of Moments, I sit down with Adam Guy to explore his unconventional path from Missouri to multi-industry success. Adam’s journey started early—performing illusion shows at just seven years old—which soon evolved into a full-fledged business, booking corporate gigs across the Midwest. His entrepreneurial instincts didn’t st…

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Hospitality Strategic Growth: Leveraging Small Deals for Bigger Wins - Coaching Call w/ Jake Wurzak 59:21

3M ago59:21

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In this episode of Masters of Moments, I share my experiences in hospitality and real estate investment, from raising $6 million for a preferred equity deal to handling unexpected challenges in hotel management. I also discuss the shift toward experiential and lifestyle hotels and why smaller investment opportunities can offer strong returns. I als…

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Creating Spaces with Purpose: Balancing Aesthetics, Functionality, and Investment – Antonia Botero - Principal @ MADDPROJECT 1:27:34

4M ago1:27:34

1:27:34

Antonia Botero takes us on a deep dive into the evolution of taste in architecture, shaped by her experiences with historic buildings in New York City. We explore the power of intentional design—how the seamless blend of interior and exterior aesthetics can transform a space—and the unique challenges of adaptive reuse projects. Antonia also shares …

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Concepting Your Dream Hotel - Jake Wurzak 27:41

4M ago27:41

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In this episode of Masters of Moments, I take a step back to reflect on how far the show has come and express my gratitude to every listener who’s been part of this journey. If you’ve been enjoying the conversations, I’d love for you to leave a review and send in your dream guest suggestions—your input helps shape the show's future! This time, I’m …

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Coaching Call: Maximizing Your Hotel Investment - Lessons, Strategies, and Insights 51:15

4M ago51:15

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In this episode, Jake emphasizes the importance of having a team for unbiased insights, building cushion into deals, and learning from both your mistakes and others. He shares an in-depth look at his process for underwriting hotel deals, including revenue assumptions, expense analysis, financing structures, and the role of pro forma models. Jake al…

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Navigating NYC & Miami's Toughest Markets: Development Insights with Matthew Baron - President and Founder of Baron Property Group 1:14:04

4M ago1:14:04

1:14:04

Matthew Baron is the Founder and President of BPG, Formed in 2021, BPG has an active development pipeline totaling nearly 4 million square feet and over 3,600 new residential units, valued at over $2 billion. Under Matthew Baron’s leadership, the company’s current portfolio includes large-scale mixed-use and rental residential development projects …

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Hotel Investing Mistakes - Jake Wurzak 42:08

5M ago42:08

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On this solo episode, we deep-dive into common mistakes when investing in the hospitality space. Enjoy! Connect & Invest with Jake: Follow Jake on X: https://x.com/JWurzak 1 on 1 coaching with Jake: https://www.jakewurzak.com/coaching Learn How to Invest with DoveHill: https://bit.ly/3yg8Pwo Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:02:19) - There is no subst…

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How to Spot Million-Dollar Deals: Avi Greenbaum’s Real Estate Blueprint - CEO of Triple Double RE 1:56:39

5M ago1:56:39

1:56:39

In this episode, I sit down with Avi Greenbaum to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and the decisions that defined his career. Avi shares his early ventures, including trading baseball cards as a child and running a travel business in college, which laid the groundwork for his approach to business. We explore how his ability to spot opportunities…

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Best of 2024: Selling a Micro-Hotel for $1M per Key - Isaac French - Founder of Experiential Hospitality 1:33:35

5M ago1:33:35

1:33:35

Isaac French crafts micro-resorts & boutique hotels. He designed, built, and sold the massively popular Live Oak Lake in Waco, Texas for $1M per key. He also founded Experiential Hospitality, an exclusive course and community for the next generation of hospitality trailblazers. On this episode, Jake and Isaac discuss: Building and Selling Live Oak …

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How to Successfully Plan Motel to Lifestyle Hotel Conversions + Group Q&A 1:10:59

5M ago1:10:59

1:10:59

In this episode, we dive deep into the complexities and opportunities of converting older mom-and-pop motels into modern, vibrant lifestyle hotels, particularly in resort areas. We discuss the importance of understanding the market, creative financing options, successful case studies, programming and amenities, renovation scopes and plans, and risk…

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The Restaurant Development Masterclass - John Meadow - Founder & President of LDV Hospitality 1:15:42

6M ago1:15:42

1:15:42

John Meadow is the founder and president of LDV Hospitality, a boutique hospitality group that was founded on his realization of the ambition to bring the dream of “La Dolce Vita,” to everyday life. Focused on concept and business development, John drives the creative process for the company, envisioning restaurants and bringing them to life, as we…

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Inside East West Partners: CEO Chris Frampton on Crafting Iconic Developments 1:22:13

6M ago1:22:13

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As Managing Partner, Chris oversees all of the company’s development and sales activities. With East West pioneering new communities in Charleston, Denver, Snowmass, Deer Valley and Kauai, Chris works with folks from coast to coast and helps guide these destinations toward the future. From his perspective, the agenda is actually quite simple, “We b…

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Entrepreneurship, Investing, and Whisky with NHL MVP Chris Pronger - Founder of JRNY 1:28:44

6M ago1:28:44

1:28:44

Chris Pronger is a former NHL MVP who played 19 years in the league before embarking on his journey into entrepreneurship with his adult beverage business. JRNY is a Canadian whisky created by the Brothers Sean and Chris Pronger with award-winning distillery Niagara Falls Craft Distillers Whisky. This episode was originally released March 2024 On t…

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Coaching Call: Blackberry Farm Inspirations + Q&A 1:07:16

6M ago1:07:16

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In this special coaching-call episode, we deep dive into what has made Blackberry Farm a successful hospitality operation before getting into some Q&A where we discuss: - Advice to independent developers - Operating agreements w/ restaurants - Scaling w/ investors vs. bootstrapping & a ton more! Connect & Invest with Jake: Follow Jake on Twitter: h…

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Turning Wall Street Expertise into a Multi-Million Dollar Value-Add Multifamily Business with Gabe Bodhi, CEO of Tekton Group 1:19:51

6M ago1:19:51

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Gabe has led more than $50mm of multi-family investments in metro Denver, across more than 500 apartment units in Denver, Lakewood and Aurora. Gabe is also the co-manager on over $25mm of multi-family investments (164 units) in Los Angeles. This episode was originally released October 2023 On this episode, Jake & Gabe discuss: Going from Wall St. i…

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Uniting Hotel Operators & Institutional Investors - Vamsi Bonthala - CEO of Arbor Lodging 1:20:34

7M ago1:20:34

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Vamsi Bonthala is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Arbor Lodging Partners, an award-winning national hotel investment firm. Vamsi has overseen approximately $1 billion of transaction volume since the inception of Arbor Lodging Partners, where he leads all company activities including general corporate strategy, investor relations, stra…

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Building a $12 Billion+ Real Estate Empire - Patrick Carroll - Founder and CEO of CARROLL 1:33:16

7M ago1:33:16

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Patrick Carroll is the founder and CEO of CARROLL, a prominent real estate investment company. From a young age, Patrick Carroll envisioned building a real estate company from the ground up. The ambitious entrepreneur leveraged what was initially a multi-family and retail assets company into a leading real estate empire. As CEO, Patrick helps defin…

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Creating, Acquiring, and Scaling Brands - Arash Azarbarzin - CEO of Highgate 1:14:29

7M ago1:14:29

1:14:29

Highgate is internationally recognized as a dominant operator across diverse markets and asset types. They have arms in asset management, development, investor management, and technology that have helped grow them into one of the most successful hospitality companies in the world. This episode was originally released June 2023 On this episode, Jake…

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Coaching Call: Delivering Bad News to Investors, Structuring Operating companies, F&B Leases, Incentive Structures and More! 1:05:23

7M ago1:05:23

1:05:23

In this special coaching-call episode, we talk about overcoming the unexpected challenges that often pop up in real estate projects and how to communicate effectively with investors when things don’t go as planned. We also break down how to structure hotel operating businesses, including why it can be a good idea to use separate LLCs, how to handle…

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Surviving Real Estate Downturns with Noah Breakstone - CEO of BTI Partners 1:24:57

8M ago1:24:57

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As the CEO of BTI Partners, Noah brings over 30 years of real estate finance, construction and development experience to the table with over $3.5 billion in transactions across a wide variety of asset classes. This episode was originally released November 2023 On this episode, Jake and Noah discuss: - Spotting patterns in cycles to take advantage o…

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The Art of Raising a Fund with Matt Adler, Founder & Managing Principal of Adler Real Estate Partners 1:15:38

8M ago1:15:38

1:15:38

Adler Real Estate Partners is an entrepreneurial real estate company pursuing a vertically integrated niche strategy which invests in multi-tenant light industrial and related business parks. The Company is highly focused on a specific market sector, enabling it to generate favorable risk-adjusted returns. Formed in 2012 as an independent company, …

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Preferred Equity Deep Dive + Q&A 52:28

8M ago52:28

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This episode is a deep dive into Preferred Equity with audience Q&A. Enjoy! Connect & Invest with Jake: Follow Jake on Twitter Take the Hospitality Investing Masterclass Learn How to Invest with DoveHill Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:02:32) - Introducing preferred equity (00:06:15) - Preferred equity and returns (00:13:03) - Last Dollar Basis (00:…

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From Blackstone to Opterra: Glenn Alba’s Hospitality Journey and Investment Philosophy 1:17:33

9M ago1:17:33

1:17:33

Opterra Capital is real estate investment sponsor and operating partner, capital markets advisor, and asset manager with significant experience in all sectors of commercial real estate. Founded by Glenn Alba, a former Managing Director at Blackstone with over 23 years experience in real estate, Opterra Capital seeks to leverage this expertise towar…

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Balancing Tradition and Innovation: Modernizing Family-Run Hotels - Mahavir Patel - President & CEO - Aatmos 1:12:35

9M ago1:12:35

1:12:35

Mahavir Patel is President & CEO of Aatmos, which focuses on investing in communities with growing demand and limited supply, investing in capital and culture. They partner with Marriott, Hilton, and IHG, as well as some of the most provocative creatives and curators in the country. Links: Aatmos Mahavir on LinkedIn Connect & Invest with Jake: Foll…

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Transforming the Ultra-Luxury Hospitality Market - Cyrus Vazifdar - Managing Director at HWE 1:21:48

9M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Cyrus Vazifdar is a Managing Director in the Hospitality Investment Advisory practice at Hodges Ward Elliott. He specializes in institutional-grade hotel and resort property transactions throughout North America, including investment advisory and equity placements. Connect & Invest with Jake: Follow Jake on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jwurzak Take…

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Building the Future of Luxury Home Co-Ownership - Austin Allison - CEO & Co-Founder at Pacaso 1:20:31

9M ago1:20:31

1:20:31

Austin co-founded Pacaso to make the dream of second home ownership a reality for more people after experiencing the profound effect it had on his own life. Pacaso is Austin’s second startup. In 2008, he founded Dotloop in his hometown of Cincinnati, a company that created software to seamlessly manage real estate transactions. Zillow acquired Dotl…

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A Deep Dive on GP Fees [Replay] 31:24

10M ago31:24

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On this solo episode, Jake dives into GP fees. He explains why GPs should charge fees, the differences between deal shops and Real estate private equity firms, how to build great returns, the types of fees you will see from GPs, what to charge as a GP and more. Connect & Invest with Jake: Follow Jake on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jwurzak Take the…

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Why Florida is the Future of Luxury Real Estate - Isaac Toledano - Co-Founder of BH Group 1:08:20

10M ago1:08:20

1:08:20

Isaac's primary focus centers on luxury residential properties, prime land holdings, office spaces, and mixed-use assets strategically positioned in prime locations. BH Group mitigates risk exposure by targeting large-scale, value-adding prospects within specialized markets while maximizing returns. BH Group has forged partnerships with leading rea…

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Navigating Hospitality Investments - Sean Hehir - CEO of Trinity Investments [Replay] 1:33:00

10M ago1:33:00

1:33:00

Sean is a Principal and Managing Partner of Trinity Investments as well as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Trinity Investments and Trinity Fund Advisors LLC. He oversees the firms’ investment activities, including sourcing and executing investment opportunities, formulating investment strategies, and structuring acquisitions and dispos…

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How to Raise Capital During Tough Times - Coaching Call + Q&A 1:07:28

10M ago1:07:28

1:07:28

We're at the start of a new Real Estate cycle! In today's episode, we discuss how to raise capital during tough times. Enjoy! Connect & Invest with Jake: Follow Jake on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jwurzak Take the Hospitality Investing Masterclass: https://learn.jakewurzak.com/ Learn How to Invest with DoveHill: https://bit.ly/3yg8Pwo Topics: (00:…

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The Family that Transformed Fort Lauderdale - Dev Motwani - Managing Partner of Merrimac Ventures [Replay] 1:15:46

10M ago1:15:46

1:15:46

Dev Motwani serves as Managing Partner of Merrimac Ventures, a Fort Lauderdale-based real estate firm focusing on value-added investment and development opportunities. Property types owned and operated include hotels, condos, retail, office, and rental apartments primarily in South Florida but also throughout the United States. On this episode, Jak…

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Developing Culture in an $8.5 Billion Organization - Rob Lowe - Co-CEO of Lowe Enterprises [Replay] 1:13:57

11M ago1:13:57

1:13:57

As Co-CEO, Rob Lowe focuses on operations both at the corporate level and across its real estate activities. Additionally, Rob and Mike co-chair the firm’s wholly-owned hospitality affiliate, CoralTree Hospitality Group. He is a past Trustee and President of the Palisades Presbyterian Church, is currently on the Board of Managers at the Palisades-M…

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Navigating Institutional & Family Real Estate with Chris Tourtellotte - Managing Director at LaTerra Development 1:10:33

11M ago1:10:33

1:10:33

Chris Tourtellotte serves as a Managing Director of LaTerra. Chris is responsible for overseeing the Development group, sourcing and closing new acquisitions, sourcing debt and equity for LaTerra’s projects, and growing LaTerra’s apartment and mixed-use development platform, which currently includes over 3,000 apartment units under construction or …

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Redefining Experiential Hospitality - Atit Jariwala, Founder and CEO of Bridgeton 1:22:33

11M ago1:22:33

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Atit Jariwala is a real estate executive who has been involved with real estate management and investment his entire life. As a partner and co-founder of several real estate companies, Atit has been involved in acquiring, developing, and managing dozens of properties across the United States. In total, Atit has been involved in acquiring and develo…

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Mastering Multifamily and Build-for-Rent Strategies with Bard Kligerman - Co-Founder and CEO of CT Realty Trust 1:21:34

11M ago1:21:34

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Bard Kligerman is a seasoned real estate developer with over two decades of experience. Co-founding CT Realty Trust (CRT) in 2009 with his father Robert, Bard has led the firm to invest over $220M in a variety of real estate ventures including single-family communities and multifamily apartments throughout Connecticut. Under his leadership, CRT has…

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How to Structure Co-GP Deals - Coaching Call + Q&A 1:00:38

12M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

On today's episode we deep-dive into structuring Co-GP Deals in an inside look at our Group coaching calls. Enjoy! Connect & Invest with Jake: Follow Jake on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jwurzak Take the Hospitality Investing Masterclass: https://learn.jakewurzak.com/ Learn How to Invest with DoveHill: https://bit.ly/3yg8Pwo Topics: (00:00:00) - In…

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A Deep Dive into Value-Add Urban Real Estate with Scott Sherman - Founder & Principal of Torose Equities 1:13:05

12M ago1:13:05

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Scott is responsible for strategic direction, sourcing investment opportunities, capital markets and operations for the firm. Prior to launching Torose, Scott co-founded Tricera Capital where he led the charge on strategic direction, capital markets and sourcing investment opportunities. In this role, Scott built a portfolio in excess of $700M over…

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Building a Vertically Integrated Housing Company with $2bn AUM - Casey Lynch, CEO of Roundhouse [Replay] 1:25:34

1y ago1:25:34

1:25:34

Roundhouse is a fully integrated developer and operator of multifamily housing. Starting with a single condominium purchased amidst the financial crisis in 2009, we have since developed and acquired a portfolio of over 5,000 multifamily homes. Today, Roundhouse focuses exclusively on providing high-quality housing options in emerging cities across …

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Building a Generational Business - Scott Moss - CEO of Moss Construction [Replay] 1:22:59

1y ago1:22:59

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In 2004, Scott and his father, Bob, started Moss. Together they created the company’s first winning presentation and managed the company’s first project. Today, Moss employs over 1,600 people across the US with revenue exceeding $3 billion. As CEO of Moss, Scott inspires and empowers his team to create the exceptional. His innate curiosity drives a…

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