345. Commercial Real Estate Isn’t Just for Millionaires
Description
Key Takeaways:
Commercial real estate isn't just for millionaires - it's about how you structure deals, not how much money you have.
Successful investment strategies include:
Finding overlooked properties
Building the right capital stack
Partnering with someone who has a unique edge
Focusing on operational improvements rather than major renovations
Underwriting conservatively
Specific example: Tyler and his partner Jacob bought a failing self-storage facility for $1.7 million by:
Raising capital from a small investor group
Leveraging Jacob's moving company for built-in tenant pipeline
Improving operations instead of doing expensive renovations
Increasing occupancy from 58% to nearly full within 90 days
Key investment principles:
Look for small deals in transitioning areas
Build relationships with potential investors
Identify your unique competitive advantage
Underwrite based on realistic expectations
Keep the investment strategy simple
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