No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian
by Taylor Avakian | Los Angeles Multifamily Broker
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He Built A Real Estate Empire From Nothing (Here’s How) | John Ward (Turnstone Capital)
Aug 24, 2026
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This 26-Year Old Is Building $300M of Affordable Housing (Here’s How)
Aug 15, 2026
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How He Became The #1 Multifamily Developer In LA
Aug 7, 2026
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From a 4-Plex to Buying 11,000 Units (Here’s How)
Jul 28, 2026
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He Found A Solution To LA’s Real Estate Crisis
Jul 12, 2026
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| 8/24/26 | He Built A Real Estate Empire From Nothing (Here’s How) | John Ward (Turnstone Capital) | *John Ward of Turnstone Capital joins Taylor Avakian on the No Vacancy podcast for a deep conversation on decades in multifamily real estate, from early loan officer days to building and managing apartment portfolios across California, Arizona, Texas, and Colorado.*John shares how he got started in the late 1970s, moved from FHA lending into flipping and converting small multifamily properties, navigated market cycles including the Global Financial Crisis, and scaled through high-net-worth investors, hard money, and institutional partners. The discussion covers finding inefficiencies in the market, relationship-driven dealmaking, current opportunities around ADUs in California (including a patent-pending elevated parking solution called Skybox), views on the Southern California multifamily landscape, working with international capital, and practical uses of AI tools for sourcing, analysis, and operations.Sponsor - Real Property CaptiveThis episode is sponsored by Real Property Captive, insurance for owners, by owners. RPC members own equity in their insurance company, buy reinsurance at bulk rates, keep unused premium, and cut property insurance rates by up to 35%. Captives insure roughly 90% of the Fortune 500 & the largest institutional real estate owners. Learn more at https://www.rpcaptive.com/?utm_source=novacancy&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=novacancy-2026-07.Sponsor - Loan TitanAchieve your real estate goals through tailored financing solutions withhttps://loantitan.com/00:00 – Opening and company overview 02:03 – Welcome and introduction 02:37 – Turnstone Capital portfolio today 03:24 – Starting out as a loan officer in 1979 06:32 – Moving into flips and South Central deals 09:16 – Forming the first Turnstone and converting 5–9 unit buildings 13:33 – First larger apartment and shift to holding 15:50 – Early capital structures and hard money 17:08 – Pre-GFC activity and land deals 19:13 – Navigating the Global Financial Crisis 21:16 – Post-crisis single-family aggregation with Tricon and Colony 24:29 – Returning to small multifamily acquisitions 25:17 – Scaling with high-net-worth and structured capital 28:16 – 2018 growth and investor expansion 28:31 – When passive income covered the lifestyle 30:06 – Mindset around work, deals, “retirement” 34:23 – Building relationships and people skills 37:08 – Moving from friends-and-family to institutional capital 41:12 – Current opportunities and the ADU angle 45:14 – Skybox elevated ADU concept for parking 50:26 – Views on California multifamily headwinds 52:38 – Advice for younger investors considering California 57:00 – Working with international (Japanese) capital 01:02:22 – How the team uses AI today 01:08:07 – Finding inefficiencies and what’s next 01:10:35 – The FHA down-payment program story 01:14:05 – ClosingKeywords:John Ward, Turnstone Capital, Taylor Avakian, No Vacancy podcast, multifamily real estate, apartment investing, California multifamily, ADU California, real estate investing, value add multifamily, SoCal apartments, real estate syndication, hard money lending, institutional capital, Japanese real estate investors, AI in real estate, property management, real estate career, flipping apartments, passive income real estateStay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian📈 Connect with me:Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/Email: [email protected]: https://x.com/TAYVAY_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/#LosAngelesRealEstate #MultifamilyBroker #LandlordTips #RealEstateInvesting #PropertyManagement #TenantScreening #RentalMarket #LosAngelesApartments #RealEstateStrategy #TaylorAvakian #ApartmentOwner | — | ||||||
| 8/15/26 | This 26-Year Old Is Building $300M of Affordable Housing (Here’s How) | *26-year-old Shant Samuelian is building $300M+ in large-family affordable housing projects across Los Angeles through Samuelian Group.*In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with the founder and CEO of Samuelian Group to unpack how a USC real estate development graduate moved from market-rate multifamily into LIHTC-driven affordable housing, why he focuses on 2- and 3-bedroom family units with parking instead of studios, and what it actually takes to win tax credits, raise equity, permit, and deliver projects in one of the country’s most complex markets.They cover the realities of 4% and 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, project scoring and readiness deadlines, JV structures with nonprofits, the capital stack, how developers get paid through fees and long-term economics, CRA-driven tax credit investors, recent federal and California policy shifts, and the day-to-day problem-solving required on the ground. Samuelian also shares lessons on data-driven decision making, building a lean team that leverages AI for operational efficiency, and the long-term mission of adding quality supply in high-resource areas.Sponsor - Real Property CaptiveThis episode is sponsored by Real Property Captive, insurance for owners, by owners. RPC members own equity in their insurance company, buy reinsurance at bulk rates, keep unused premium, and cut property insurance rates by up to 35%. Captives insure roughly 90% of the Fortune 500 & the largest institutional real estate owners. Learn more at https://www.rpcaptive.com/?utm_source=novacancy&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=novacancy-2026-07.Sponsor - Loan TitanAchieve your real estate goals through tailored financing solutions withhttps://loantitan.com/*Chapters*0:00 – Intro and Shant’s background 1:56 – Path into affordable housing and leaving a large developer 5:54 – Preparing to launch Samuelian Group 7:01 – Thesis: large-family housing vs. studios 9:49 – Early capital, risk, and partners 13:06 – What makes a smart developer 16:05 – How LIHTC (4% and 9% tax credits) works 22:55 – Scoring applications and site selection 27:21 – The readiness deadline and permit scramble 37:05 – Silver Lake project and deal economics 47:07 – Long-term vision and impact 50:01 – How affordable housing developers make money 54:59 – Tax credit investors and CRA needs 57:45 – Policy changes at federal, state, and city levels 1:00:25 – Stress of the first tax credit award 1:02:22 – Advice for aspiring developers 1:04:30 – Using AI on a small team 1:09:41 – What’s next for Samuelian Group Keywords: Shant Samuelian, Samuelian Group, affordable housing, LIHTC, Low Income Housing Tax Credits, 4% tax credits, 9% tax credits, Los Angeles real estate, multifamily development, large family housing, tax credit equity, CRA banking, Silver Lake Flats, Taylor Avakian, No Vacancy podcast, real estate development, California housing, USC real estate, young developer, housing policySubscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian📈 Connect with me:Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/Email: [email protected]: https://x.com/TAYVAY_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/#LosAngeles #podcast #commercialrealestate | — | ||||||
| 8/7/26 | How He Became The #1 Multifamily Developer In LA | Sean Burton, co-founder and CEO of Cityview, joins Taylor Avakian on the No Vacancy podcast for a deep conversation on scaling a vertically integrated multifamily firm, navigating cycles from the Great Financial Crisis through COVID, and the realities of investing and developing housing across the Western U.S. and beyond.They cover Cityview’s origins in 2003 with a focus on infill housing, the decision to vertically integrate development, construction, and property management, how the firm balances value-add acquisitions and ground-up development based on market conditions, and the data-driven approach to selecting supply-constrained markets with strong job and population growth. The discussion also addresses Los Angeles’s current investment climate, the impact of local policies on new housing supply, what creates compelling opportunities in today’s interest-rate environment, and practical insights on capital structures, partnerships, relationships, and long-term thinking in real estate.This episode offers a clear look at how one of the more active multifamily operators approaches strategy, risk, and opportunity in a complex market.Sponsor - Real Property CaptiveLeverage the insurance framework used by 90%+ of Fortune 500 companies withhttps://www.rpcaptive.com/Sponsor - Loan TitanAchieve your real estate goals through tailored financing solutions withhttps://loantitan.com/00:00 – Early capital growth and firm scale01:47 – Formal introduction and Cityview overview02:51 – Path from law, politics, and Warner Bros into real estate04:13 – Founding thesis and focus on infill multifamily06:20 – Early capital structure and becoming an operator07:29 – Taking the leap and early risk11:01 – Fee structures, promote, and alignment with investors14:11 – Expanding beyond California and cycling between value-add and development17:32 – Roles within the founding partnership19:35 – What makes a strong capital raise pitch23:47 – Sourcing deals, broker relationships, and avoiding marketed auctions26:20 – Downtown LA recovery and public safety28:41 – LA’s investment narrative and political risk33:32 – Why current pricing creates a strong vintage36:35 – Yield-on-cost targets and development premiums38:54 – Measure ULA and its effect on new housing46:01 – Markets with strong demand and supply constraints50:22 – Staying focused exclusively on multifamily51:25 – Building genuine long-term relationships53:33 – Advice for someone starting out today55:45 – Handling losses and portfolio diversification57:08 – Choosing the right partners58:28 – Mentorship that shaped a career of consistent executionKeywords: Sean Burton, Cityview, multifamily real estate, commercial real estate, LA multifamily, housing crisis, Measure ULA, value-add multifamily, ground up development, real estate private equity, Taylor Avakian, No Vacancy podcast, apartment investing, supply constrained markets, West Coast real estate, real estate entrepreneurship, capital raising, real estate partnershipsSubscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian📈 Connect with me:Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/Email: [email protected]: https://x.com/TAYVAY_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/ | — | ||||||
| 7/28/26 | From a 4-Plex to Buying 11,000 Units (Here’s How) | *Keith Wasserman of Gelt Venture Partners shares how he scaled from a single fourplex in Bakersfield to thousands of multifamily units and billions in real estate assets through syndication, disciplined operations, and long-term investor focus.*Sponsor - Loan TitanUpscale your experience withhttps://loantitan.com/Sponsor - AI for CRE CollectiveAI for CRE Community: https://www.skool.com/ai-for-cre-collective/about?ref=3b3ff2c0ccce44ba8039fafd54bf291aIn this episode of No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian, Keith discusses building a multifamily and self-storage platform starting in the 2008 downturn, the shift from small deals and family capital to larger syndications, why deal-by-deal structures have worked for their investor base, capital raising realities in tougher markets, operator edge through reputation and relationships, market diversification across the West, value-add approaches, views on current cycles and LA fundamentals, the role of tax benefits and preferred returns, Domuso’s digital rent payment platform, AI use in operations, personal portfolio balance, social media’s double-edged impact, and lessons from mentors like Sam Freshman.00:00 – Introduction and portfolio overview 01:07 – Starting with a fourplex in Bakersfield and scaling 02:28 – Early entrepreneurial path and eBay business 04:24 – Getting into real estate and family background 05:32 – Early partnership roles and team building 07:34 – Key inflection points and first syndications 09:45 – Deal-by-deal vs fund model 12:01 – Investor base and institutional opportunities 13:53 – Transparency and track record in raising capital 15:43 – Avoiding losses and buying in downturns 17:04 – Market diversification and asset classes 17:52 – Value-add focus and development views 18:44 – Family in real estate and development challenges 22:14 – Early capital from international sources 23:22 – International capital and relationship building 24:19 – Current capital environment and investor psychology 26:10 – Hold vs sell thesis and 1031 exchanges 30:13 – Lessons from mentor Sam Freshman 31:37 – What separates good operators from great ones 33:48 – Why this cycle feels tougher 36:20 – Views on buying in Los Angeles 37:22 – Long-term outlook for LA 38:13 – Contrarian opportunities and newer product 41:47 – Tax benefits and real estate professional status 44:08 – Preferred returns vs no-pref structures 45:05 – Interest rates and debt strategy 47:03 – Domuso rent payment platform 48:42 – AI adoption in the business 50:19 – Longer-term AI effects on multifamily 52:00 – Personal portfolio allocation and liquidity 53:16 – Social media for business and its downsides 54:34 – Experience with the Palisades fires 01:02:15 – Looking ahead and advice for starting now Subscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian📈 Connect with me:Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/Email: [email protected]: https://x.com/TAYVAY_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/#realestate #cre #podcast | — | ||||||
| 7/12/26 | affordable housingworkforce housing+5 | Martin Muoto | SoLa ImpactModel/Z+1 | CaliforniaLos Angeles+2 | real estate crisisaffordable housing+6 | Loan Titan | 1h 10m 10s | ||
| 6/26/26 | landlord challengeseviction process+4 | Niv V. Davidovich | Davidovich Stone Law Group | Los Angeles | eviction attorneylandlord+6 | Loan Titan | 1h 03m 35s | ||
| 6/17/26 | multifamily wealthcapital raising+4 | Grant Cardone | BitcoinNo Vacancy | CaliforniaHouston+1 | Grant Cardonereal estate+5 | — | 1h 37m 09s | ||
| 6/9/26 | real estate syndicationLos Angeles real estate+4 | Larry Taylor | — | Los AngelesCentury City+3 | real estatesyndication+5 | Loan Titan | 1h 21m 38s | ||
| 5/27/26 | Los Angeles mayoral racehousing crisis+5 | Adam Miller | Cornerstone OnDemand | Los Angeles | LA Mayorhousing affordability+6 | — | 1h 08m 11s | ||
| 5/21/26 | real estatemultifamily investing+3 | Richard Mehta | Xenon Investments | Los AngelesWestside+3 | real estate investingmultifamily portfolio+3 | — | 1h 06m 10s | ||
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| 5/13/26 | affordable housing crisisSection 8 vouchers+5 | Lourdes Castro Ramirez | HACLAObama administration | Los AngelesSan Antonio | HACLASection 8+6 | — | 1h 00m 47s | ||
| 5/6/26 | real estate developmentaffordable housing+4 | Randy Johnson | Howard HughesBrookfield+1 | Playa VistaLA+1 | Playa Vistareal estate+6 | — | 1h 05m 11s | ||
| 4/29/26 | entrepreneurshipcareer advice+4 | Randall Kaplan | Akamai TechnologiesSunAmerica | — | Akamaireal estate+4 | Loan Titan | 1h 13m 57s | ||
| 4/22/26 | real estate developmentaffordable housing+4 | Randy Johnson | Howard HughesBrookfield | Playa VistaSilicon Beach+1 | Playa VistaSilicon Beach+7 | — | 47m 09s | ||
| 4/16/26 | commercial real estateinvesting+5 | Alain R'bibo | Allen Matkins | Los AngelesCalifornia+5 | CREinvestors+6 | — | 1h 00m 38s | ||
| 4/8/26 | private real estate lendingCRE market+4 | Greg Hebner | Arixa CapitalOaktree Capital | United States | private creditalternative lending+5 | Citizens Bank | 1h 14m 03s | ||
| 3/29/26 | commercial real estatefamily business+5 | Nadine Watt | Watt Capital Partners | Los AngelesCentury City | real estateWatt Capital Partners+7 | — | 1h 01m 07s | ||
| 3/23/26 | multifamily investingaffordable housing+4 | Marc Menowitz | ApartmentCorpN.W.A. | Los AngelesCompton | affordable housingClass B apartments+5 | — | 1h 01m 51s | ||
| 3/17/26 | multifamily investmentreal estate market+3 | Jeff Gleiberman | MG Properties | Los AngelesDallas | real estatemultifamily units+3 | — | 1h 06m 19s | ||
| 3/8/26 | affordable housingreal estate investment+4 | Jeffrey Jaeger | Standard CommunitiesLow-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) | U.S. | affordable housingreal estate+7 | — | 1h 26m 08s | ||
| 3/1/26 | multifamily brokeragereal estate+5 | Laurie Lustig-Bower | CBREColdwell Banker Commercial+1 | Los AngelesWestside of LA | multifamily transactionsreal estate insights+5 | — | 1h 17m 58s | ||
| 2/8/26 | This Father-Son Team Built A $1.3 Billion Empire (Here's How) Shawn and Edan Evenhaim | Father-son duo Shawn Evenhaim and Edan Evenhaim are reshaping the Los Angeles skyline through Balaciano Group and the iconic The Q brand. With nearly 3 billion in transactions and multiple Builder of the Year awards, they share how they build, brand, and manage modern multifamily properties in one of the most challenging real estate markets.In this in-depth conversation they cover:- Starting as an immigrant in construction and evolving into large-scale multifamily development- The power of true vertical integration: in-house entitlement, architecture, general contracting, and property management- Why controlling the entire process delivers better design, quality, and community outcomes- Building a premium residential brand inspired by Tesla and Louis Vuitton - cohesive identity, no concessions, standing behind the product- Creating genuinely smart apartments with integrated technology at scaleUsing detailed data tracking (amenity usage, fob scans, equipment analytics) to constantly improve buildings- The realities of developing in Los Angeles: regulations, Measure JJJ, ULA, rent control concerns, and their impact on housing supply- Family business dynamics - respect, generational differences, and wanting the next generation to surpass you- Calculated risk-taking, surviving major market cycles (including 2008), and knowing when to slow down- The critical role of relationships, political access, community involvement, and philanthropy in real estate success- Advice for younger developers: start slow, learn from others, avoid over-leveraging, question everythingWhether you're interested in multifamily development, branding in real estate, smart-home technology in apartments, vertical integration, Los Angeles real estate challenges, or family business succession, this discussion offers rare insight from operators actively building and managing thousands of units in a high-regulation environment. | — | ||||||
| 1/30/26 | He Went From Del Taco to a $1.5B Empire (Here's How) | Henry Manoucheri | He Went From Del Taco to a $1.5B Empire (Here's How) | Henry ManoucheriHenry Manoucheri, Chairman and CEO of Universe Holdings, sits down for an in-depth conversation on building one of the largest privately held multifamily portfolios in the U.S. From his arrival in America as a teenage immigrant fleeing the Iranian Revolution to scaling a national real estate operation, Henry breaks down the mindset, strategies, and relentless work ethic that fueled his 42-year career in commercial real estate.This episode covers the power of persistent cold calling, transitioning from brokerage to principal investing, deal evaluation in today’s multifamily market, Los Angeles real estate dynamics, and timeless lessons for investors and entrepreneurs. Whether you're into multifamily syndication, value-add strategies, sales mindset, or long-term wealth building, this is packed with practical insights from a true industry leader.Chapters:0:00 – Intro: The Vision Behind a $1.5B Multifamily Empire1:09 – Immigrant Roots: Iran to Orange County & First Job at Del Taco7:45 – Early Hustle: Retail Sales to Real Estate Brokerage14:20 – Joining Marcus & Millichap & Mastering Cold Calling21:30 – Why Persistence Wins: 100,000+ Calls and Overcoming Rejection29:10 – Becoming a Top Producer and Transitioning to Principal36:40 – Building Universe Holdings: Family Office Strategy & Scaling Deals44:15 – Current Market Outlook: Los Angeles, Rent Control, and Opportunity52:30 – Deal Criteria: The Right Story, Motivated Sellers, and Value-Add Plays1:00:00 – New Construction vs. Value-Add: Wealth Preservation Strategies1:07:20 – Biggest Mistakes Investors Make & Lessons from Past Cycles1:14:50 – Leverage, Interest Rates, and Why Fixed-Rate Debt Matters1:22:00 – The Bottom of the Market? Cap Rates, Volume, and Future Predictions1:30:00 – Faith, Family, Legacy, and Final ThoughtsPerfect for anyone interested in multifamily real estate investing, commercial real estate brokerage, sales techniques, cold calling strategies, Los Angeles multifamily market, or immigrant entrepreneur success stories.🔔 Subscribe for weekly interviews with top real estate investors and operators👍 Like if you're inspired by Henry's journey💬 Comment below: What's ONE sales or investing lesson you'll take from this episode?Follow Henry Manoucheri and Universe Holdings for more insights.#MultifamilyInvesting #RealEstateInvesting #CommercialRealEstate #Multifamily #ColdCalling #RealEstatePodcast #LosAngelesRealEstate #ValueAddInvesting #RealEstateEmpire #ImmigrantSuccess #UniverseHoldings #HenryManoucheri #RealEstateSyndication #ApartmentInvesting Subscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian📈 Connect with me:Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/Email: [email protected]: https://x.com/TAYVAY_LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/ | — | ||||||
| 1/24/26 | She Built a 14,000-Unit Empire by 30 (Then Walked Away) | What really separates strong real estate professionals from everyone else when markets tighten and capital gets complicated?In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Vicky Schiff for a wide-ranging conversation on work ethic, conviction, and how serious operators think about risk, relationships, and capital in today’s real estate market. Vicky shares how she built her career by being the person who actually executes, prepares, and shows up when it matters.They dive into what’s happening inside the debt markets, how lenders are structuring risk through pref equity, CLOs, and loan-on-loan strategies, and why understanding the incentives behind capital is just as important as understanding the deal itself. Vicky also explains how high-level decision-makers prepare for meetings, evaluate opportunities, and maintain confidence without ego.Beyond markets and structures, the episode explores discipline, curiosity, and human connection — and why relationships still drive outcomes even as the industry evolves.This is a practical conversation for anyone operating in commercial real estate who wants to think more clearly, move with conviction, and understand what’s really happening behind the capital stack.Sponsor — Loan TitanUpscale your experience withhttps://loantitan.com/Sponsor — AI for CRE CollectiveJoin 500+ CRE Professionals actually learning AIhttps://www.skool.com/ai-for-cre-collective/about?ref=3b3ff2c0ccce44ba8039fafd54bf291aConnect with Taylor AvakianNewsletter: https://www.thegroupcre.com/newsletter-signupInstagram: https://instagram.com/tayloravakianTwitter: https://twitter.com/tayloravakianLinkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/ | — | ||||||
| 1/9/26 | He's Exposing The Biggest Real Estate Secrets | Hiten Samtani | Uncovering the Hidden Power Structures in Commercial Real Estate with Hiten Samtani (Founder of Ten31 Media)Deep-dive conversation with Hiten Samtani, former Editorial Director at The Real Deal and founder of Ten31 Media, on the unseen forces driving commercial real estate in America's biggest markets.From long-term family dynasties and low-basis empires to cultural niches quietly controlling billions in Los Angeles and New York, political leverage in mega-projects, the surge of private credit and insurance capital, and the evolving role of insider-focused media in an opaque industry.Essential for commercial real estate investors, brokers, developers, lenders, operators, and professionals looking for unfiltered perspective on market movers, capital flows, and power dynamics.Sponsor — Loan TitanUpscale your experience withhttps://loantitan.com/Connect with Taylor AvakianNewsletter: https://www.thegroupcre.com/newsletter-signupInstagram: https://instagram.com/tayloravakianTwitter: https://twitter.com/tayloravakianLinkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/Connect with Hiten Samtanihttps://www.thepromote.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-promote-podcast/id1801355295https://youtube.com/@ten31tv?si=Ke5cIHVQCNAnXptYChapters:0:00 - Intro & Real Estate as Nexus of Power, Money, and Politics1:29 - Guest Intro and Background in CRE Media2:14 - Who Really Shapes Cities: Long-Term Owners vs Transient Capital3:48 - Family Dynasties, Nepo Babies, and Low-Basis Advantages5:30 - Information Arbitrage, Broker Relationships, and Deal Flow7:27 - Political Juice in Mega Projects (Beverly Hills, Hudson Yards)9:04 - Negotiating Tactics vs Outright Corruption10:59 - Appraisals, Incentives, and Gray Areas12:09 - LA vs New York Kingpins: Quiet Wealth and Cultural Niches16:51 - Private Credit Evolution with Insurance Capital19:08 - Sub-Institutional Trends and Fraud Scrutiny19:33 - Market Sentiment: LA vs New York Asset Classes22:50 - Political Risks and Narrative Shifts25:53 - Starting Ten31 Media: Bridging the Industry-Media Gap28:39 - Building a Niche Media Business for Specialists31:07 - Paywalls, Premium Content, and Audience Monetization32:04 - AI's Impact on Media and Quality vs Slop34:39 - Institutional Players Courting Retail Capital via Social Media39:49 - Future of CRE Media: Counterpoint and Swagger42:01 - Building Clout with Exclusion and Quality44:01 - Expanding Platforms While Keeping the DNA45:52 - Podcast Growth and Chemistry49:19 - Writing Craft, Inspiration, and Editing52:44 - Balancing Business, Content, and Life55:06 - Favorite Stories and Idea Generation58:49 - Media Impact on Markets and Industry Opacity1:02:05 - Maintaining Integrity at Scale1:05:50 - Interviewing Techniques and Co-Hosting Dynamics1:08:31 - How to Ask Great Questions1:10:23 - Preparation vs Natural Flow in Interviews1:12:37 - Building Relationships Through Conversations1:13:30 - Closing Thoughts and Future of Ten31#CommercialRealEstate #CRE #RealEstateInvesting #PrivateCredit #RealEstateMedia #Ten31Media | — | ||||||
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