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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Gina Tang: Flipping the Script on LA Luxury Homes
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18:52In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Gina Tang, a powerhouse in LA’s luxury real estate scene. Gina shares how she transitioned from selling over 200 high-end homes to becoming a successful luxury home developer and flipper in Los Angeles. She dives into what makes the LA market thrive, why foreign investment (especially from the Pacific Rim)…
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From ADP to IPA: Gary Mozer’s Path to Capital Market Leadership
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21:35What does it take to build a career that spans decades in commercial real estate, weathering cycles, resets, and market disruptions? In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Gary Mozer, Managing Director and Co-Founder at Institutional Property Advisors (IPA), part of Marcus & Millichap. Gary shares …
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Logan Freeman: From the Gridiron to Groundbreaking Deals
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25:39What does it take to go from the NFL to closing hundreds of millions in real estate deals? In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, guest Logan Freeman shares his remarkable journey from Jefferson City to the NFL, and ultimately, to building a thriving career in commercial real estate. Logan opens up about growing up…
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Phil Copulsky: Real Estate Vision Backed by Financial Precision
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23:53In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Bruce welcomes Phil Copulsky, a Manhattan native whose career path has taken him from Goldman Sachs to Russell Investments and now into the world of commercial real estate at Westmount Realty Capital in Dallas. Phil shares how his financial background and MBA experience helped…
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Jennifer Barnes: Turning Financial Know-How into Optima Office Success
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23:15From surviving hostile takeovers to building one of San Diego’s fastest-growing companies, Jennifer Barnes has learned the power of resilience, flexibility, and people-first leadership. In this episode, Jennifer shares her journey from her early days at Petco to founding Optima Office, a thriving firm providing fractional CFO, controller, bookkeepi…
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Kaaren Hall: Broadcasting Financial Freedom Through Self-Directed IRAs
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16:17In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Bruce sits down with Kaaren Hall, founder of uDirect IRA Services, to talk about how self-directed IRAs can open the door to financial freedom and real estate investing. Kaaren shares her journey from radio announcer to real estate professional and ultimately to launching her …
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From Behavioral Science to Business Brilliance: Kate Zanobini in Private Lending
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21:17In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean sits down with Kate Zanobini of Kiavi, the nation’s top private money lender. Kate shares her unconventional journey from studying psychology and communications to finding her niche in real estate finance. From early days at Trulia and Zillow to becoming a well-known figure in…
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From Industrial Insights to Investment Influence: Julian Scurci’s Journey
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36:25What does it take to thrive across multiple real estate cycles — from the financial crisis to today’s shifting market? In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, guest Julian Scurci shares how he built a career spanning industrial, multifamily, office, and retail investments, while navigating some of the toughest marke…
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Venkat Avasarala: Building High-End Living from a Tech Foundation
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33:57How does a background in electrical engineering lead to developing high-end communities in Texas? In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, guest Venkat Avasarala shares his remarkable journey from Hyderabad, India to Dallas real estate. Venkat opens up about his early days in the U.S. working in tech, how he scaled f…
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Opportunity Zones Unlocked: Dave Condensa’s Journey from SV to Tax Strategy
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17:14In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Bay Area native and former tech entrepreneur turned wealth strategist, Dave Condensa. Dave shares his fascinating journey from building multi-million dollar tech companies to helping individuals and families maximize their wealth through smart tax strategies. …
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Nick Stromwall: Where Conviction Meets Capital Raising
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18:03In this episode, Bruce Bean chats with Nick Stromwall, Vice President of Innovation and Efficiency at Rise 48, about his incredible transition from ministry to multifamily real estate. Nick shares how a desire to live generously led him into duplex investing, and how a few well-timed risks and relentless learning eventually brought him to managing …
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Ethan Bronson: From Gridiron to Grapevines
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17:47What does it take to go from college football to California vineyards and commercial real estate? In this episode, Bruce sits down with Ethan Bronson of Central Commercial Group to talk about his unique journey from Cal Poly football to becoming a specialist in vineyard and agricultural properties. Ethan shares insights into the challenges and oppo…
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Stephen Sanders: The Calm in the Chaos of Distressed Assets
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16:15When deals go bad, few people have the perspective and calm that Stephen Sanders brings to the table. With 40 years in the real estate industry, Stephen has weathered multiple economic cycles and today leads a national distressed asset group at Stewart Title. In this episode, Bruce Bean and Stephen dive deep into how lenders, investors, and institu…
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Dan Nash: Behind the Numbers – From Wells Fargo to CFO to SPACs
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19:24From Silicon Valley roots to Facebook and LinkedIn IPOs, then leading SPACs and crypto deals — Dan Nash shares what really happens behind the numbers. What we cover Dan’s path: Pinewood → UPenn → Intel → Riverstone Networks IPO → Berkeley Haas → BofA/Merrill real estate → tech/Internet banking Front-row seat to the 2010s IPO wave (LinkedIn, Faceboo…
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From First Four to Hundreds More: Brian Baniqued’s Investor Evolution
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28:20In this episode, Bruce sits down with seasoned investor and developer Brian Baniqued to dive deep into his inspiring journey from buying his first fourplex in college to scaling up to 60, 80, even 100+ unit properties and development projects. Brian opens up about how he used creative financing to get started, the model he shared with clients to he…
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From Air Force Precision to Real Estate Vision: The Jack Rowell Story
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20:03In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we dive into the remarkable journey of Jack Rowell—from working on F-111s and F-16s in the Air Force to navigating the fast-paced world of residential real estate in San Diego. Jack shares how his military training shaped his work ethic and how a spontaneous call from an old f…
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Bulgaria to Breakthrough: How Vessi Kapoulian Built Her Multifamily Portfolio
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20:13In this powerful episode, Bruce welcomes real estate investor Vessi Kapoulian, whose story spans from growing up behind the Iron Curtain in Bulgaria to managing multimillion-dollar multifamily properties across the U.S. Vessi shares her inspiring journey of learning English to earn a scholarship, attending college in the U.S., and ultimately shifti…
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From Teen Worker to Titan Builder: The Brad Kollar Story
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20:59What do you get when a teenager starts learning construction in his dad’s office? A future titan in commercial property development. In this episode, Brad Kollar, now with Upright Construction, shares how a quiet place to do homework sparked a journey from teenage estimator to leading massive builds for Amazon and Tesla. Brad recounts the early day…
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Adam Gower: Turning History Lessons into Real Estate Crowdfunding Success
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23:46In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce Bean sits down with Adam Gower, founder of GowerCrowd, to dive into his globe-trotting career — from raising capital in the '80s to navigating Japan's real estate market in the '90s, to helping banks recover from the GFC and building a platform that’s helped raise nearly a billion dolla…
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From Beachwear to Warehouses: Clare Collins' Industrial Evolution
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18:29What do bikinis and warehouses have in common? According to Clare Collins—more than you might think. In this episode, Clare shares her unconventional journey from running a game-day bikini line at USC to becoming a leader in industrial real estate with Rexford Industrial, one of Southern California’s top REITs. Clare recounts her early entrepreneur…
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The Viking Professor: Patrick Hunter’s Unconventional Path to Real Estate Purpose
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15:32In this episode, Bruce Bean welcomes Patrick Hunter—aka "The Viking Professor"—a real estate broker, educator, and lifelong learner with over four decades of experience. From tearing apart radios as a kid to mastering the art of real estate coaching, Patrick shares his unique journey and what drives his passion for helping others succeed. Patrick o…
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Parastoo Emami: Empowering the Quiet Strength of Highly Sensitive People
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20:17Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the world or wondered if your child experiences emotions more deeply than others? This episode shines a light on what it truly means to be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). Bruce Bean welcomes Parastoo Emami, a former tech executive turned life coach, who shares her inspiring journey from the corporate world to beco…
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Bryan Devore: Protect Your Legacy, Bypass the Probate Maze
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18:02In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Bryan Devore, a seasoned San Diego residential real estate agent with over 20 years of experience, to unpack the often confusing and emotionally taxing world of probate. Bryan shares how his work with seniors and estate planning attorneys led him into the probate niche and why avoiding probate through a pr…
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CRE Rewired: Rod Santomassimo’s AI Advantage for Brokers
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21:18In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce sits down with Rod Santomassimo, founder of the Massimo Group—recognized as the premier coaching organization for commercial real estate brokers globally. Rod shares his journey from broker to business builder and how he’s now helping brokers of all experience levels earn more in less t…
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Annelise Osborne: From Hoodies to Suits – Innovating Digital Assets for Traditional Finance
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21:28In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Annelise Osborne shares her unique journey from growing up on a U.S. military base in the Marshall Islands to helping lead innovation at the intersection of traditional finance and digital assets. Bruce and Annelise explore the evolution of finance—from commercial mortgage-bac…
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Brad Blazar: From Roughnecks to Raising Billions
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27:26Host Bruce Bean welcomes Brad Blazar—Capital Raising Coach and founder of Capital School—for an insightful conversation about what it really takes to fund your dreams. Brad breaks down the path from raising capital for oil and gas ventures to empowering entrepreneurs in 28 countries to launch and scale their own businesses. Brad shares powerful les…
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Jason Ma: Future-Focused Leadership for a Real-World Impact
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24:29What does it really take to build a future-ready leader? In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Jason Ma—entrepreneur, former Forbes contributor, and award-winning mentor to next-gen leaders. With decades of experience guiding high schoolers, college students, and even executives, Jason shares his …
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Richard Toral: From Elkhorn to Entity Expert — Mastering the C-Corp Advantage
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42:07In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean chats with Richard Toral, founder of IncentiveVisors and longtime entrepreneur, about the powerful financial strategies hiding in plain sight for business owners. Starting from his humble beginnings in Elko, Nevada, Richard walks us through his journey from UCLA music major to…
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Matt Aitchison: From Roseville Roots to Real Estate Riches
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27:08From flipping his first house at 21 to building a diverse commercial real estate empire, Matt Aitchison’s journey is one of grit, strategy, and relentless creativity. In this episode, Matt joins Bruce to talk about how growing up in Roseville and getting early exposure to entrepreneurship helped shape his career path. He opens up about learning fro…
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Stephen Moye: Rocking the Mortgage World After Rocking the Stage
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32:08In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Stephen Moye, a San Diego-based mortgage professional with an unconventional start—from playing gigs in a working band to becoming a top-producing loan officer. Stephen shares his journey into the mortgage world, including how his grocery store job and band da…
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John Campa: Cultivating Purpose from the Fields to the Temple
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18:40In this inspiring episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce Bean sits down with John Campa, author of Rebuilding the Temple. From laboring in the agricultural fields of Salinas to earning a college degree and launching a faith-based radio network, John's journey is nothing short of transformational. He shares how his upbringing, spirit…
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Midwest Know-How Meets California Dreamin': Tim Austin on Properties for All
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28:29In this insightful episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Tim Austin, founder of Properties for All, whose real estate journey spans from snowy Michigan to sunny Southern California. Tim shares how his early start in property investment at just 19 years old laid the groundwork for a diverse and resilient c…
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Vish Pagarani: From Dubai to Digital Assets – Tokenizing Real Estate
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21:38In this exciting episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we chat with Vish Pagarani—a tech-savvy investor originally from Dubai now making waves in San Francisco. Vish shares his journey from investing in single-family homes to diving into the world of tokenized real estate. Learn how new technologies are turning once-illiq…
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Faraz Cheema: Scaling from D.C. Roots to NYC Real Estate Heights
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27:06From growing up in a one-bedroom apartment in D.C. to representing office property sellers in Manhattan, Faraz Cheema’s story is a masterclass in hustle and reinvention. In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Faraz to trace his path from managing family investments to becoming a top capital markets broker in New York City. Faraz shares how his …
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Pandemics, Tariffs, and Industrial Trends: Senna De La Cruz Breaks It Down
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17:35Senna shares his journey from growing up in Southern California to entering the commercial real estate industry, eventually carving out a niche in industrial property. He walks us through his early internships, his start with tenant representation, and his current focus on institutional landlord relationships. You’ll hear candid insights into how t…
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James Nelson: From Colgate’s Pool to the Pinnacle of Investment Sales
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17:33In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean sits down with James Nelson, a New York-based real estate investment sales expert and longtime leader in the industry. James shares his journey from his early days in Madison, Wisconsin, and competitive swimming at Colgate University, to becoming a key figure in New York City'…
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Norman Liang: Playing the Long Game in Bay Area Tech and Community Blueprint
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23:16What does it mean to play the long game in a city that's constantly evolving? In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Norman Liang, a Bay Area entrepreneur and seed fund investor, to discuss the evolution of San Francisco, the realities of tech investment, and the community shifts reshaping the region. Norman shares his personal journey from gro…
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Neal Collier: From Hollywood Magic to Historic Apartment Makeovers
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31:52What happens when a Disney and Warner Bros. executive trades film reels for floorplans? In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Neal Collier, a fourth-generation Angeleno who transitioned from the entertainment industry to become a successful real estate investor in Los Angeles. Neal shares how he turned a modest condo purchase into a multi-prop…
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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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