In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we dive deep into the story of Blake Comfort—a San Diego native who turned a $26,000 seminar into a thriving portfolio of over 2,700 mobile home units. Blake shares how a bold leap from college dropout to mobile home park mogul came with hard lessons, savvy deal-making, and a long-term vision fueled by family partnerships and operational grit.

You'll hear how Blake navigated early financial hurdles, mastered property management in challenging markets, and built a business model focused on community development and operational efficiency. He also reveals his strategy for dealing with institutional investors, handling tenant transitions, and why keeping mobile home parks in private hands is a mission he takes seriously.

Whether you're a seasoned investor, a curious newcomer, or someone who loves a great entrepreneurial story, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration from a true industry player.

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Bruce sits down with 1031 exchange specialist James Bean to unpack the biggest reasons exchanges fail and how to avoid them. James explains why “like-kind” really means investment property for investment property, the truth behind the 45-day identification crunch, and where net lease (NNN/absolute) properties and DSTs (Delaware Statutory Trusts) fit for hands-off income. You’ll hear how term length, tenant credit, and today’s interest rates shape cap rates—and why many investors over 65 are trading management headaches for mailbox money.

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In 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) remains strong, and how private lending supports overseas buyers.

You’ll also hear how Gina's brief stint in commercial real estate shaped her strategic approach to flipping homes, and how her fictional book series was inspired by her real-life experience selling to Chinese billionaires. Whether you're into real estate, investing, or global property trends, this episode delivers a unique look at LA’s luxury market from someone who's lived it inside and out.

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