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Caleb David shares his unique journey from nonprofit humanitarian work to commercial real estate, revealing how his people-first approach has shaped his success despite market challenges. His background in international aid work provides a refreshing perspective on property transactions, emphasizing relationship-building, authenticity, and community service over quick profits.

• Half East Indian, half American background with significant childhood time in India
• Led nonprofit Table Initiative taking people overseas to understand social issues firsthand
• Made nearly 30 trips to Ethiopia working with anti-trafficking organizations
• Transitioned to commercial real estate after nonprofit burnout about 11 years ago
• Focuses on education and setting small businesses up for long-term success
• Starts with understanding client goals before working backward to find solutions
• Emphasizes the importance of broker-client moral alignment and ethical practices
• Advocates for supporting minority businesses, particularly in the Hispanic community
• Currently building a team at Keller Williams Commercial in Colorado Springs
• Values authenticity as his guiding principle in business and personal life

Follow Caleb on Instagram and Facebook @CalebDavid or visit davidcommercial.com. Check out his podcast "Commercial Real Estate Unfiltered" on all major platforms.

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The commercial real estate landscape is evolving, not dying, and Mike "Big Mike" Zlotnick is at the forefront of connecting passive investors with lucrative opportunities. His simple yet powerful philosophy? "We marry money and opportunity."

Contrary to popular belief, many commercial property types are thriving post-pandemic. Open-air shopping centers have become particularly attractive investments as supply remains constrained while demand grows. Even previously online-only retailers like Warby Parker have opened hundreds of physical locations, recognizing that customers still want in-person experiences for certain products. Meanwhile, industrial properties continue seeing strong demand due to reshoring initiatives and manufacturing needs. Multifamily remains a necessity-based investment that performs well across economic cycles.

Not all commercial property is created equal, however. Zlotnick candidly warns about office space being a "danger zone" due to remote work trends. This level of transparency characterizes his investment approach, which prioritizes downside protection over home runs. "I would rather never lose money than make 10 home runs and 10 strikeouts," he explains, echoing Howard Marks' definition of risk as simply "the possibility of loss."

For those interested in commercial real estate syndication, Zlotnick breaks down the essentials: typically, investors need to be accredited ($200,000 annual income or $1 million net worth excluding primary residence), with minimum investments around $100,000. The syndication structure allows investors to participate passively while experienced operators manage the properties, providing both cash flow and potential appreciation.

Perhaps most compelling is Zlotnick's perspective on the educational journey of investing. He poses a thought-provoking question: "Are you learning to invest, or are you investing to learn?" This dual nature of investment education underscores that every decision provides valuable lessons, regardless of outcome.

Ready to explore commercial real estate investing with a focus on predictable outcomes? Visit BigMikeFund.com to learn how you can participate in institutional-grade commercial real estate without the headaches of active management.

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Jimmy Rios shares his innovative "Eye Level to High Level Program" that helps real estate investors leverage debt structures to maximize returns and elevate their businesses through proper structuring and stabilization. He emphasizes the importance of having a clear blueprint before investing to avoid costly mistakes that can derail both finances and confidence.

• Going slow to go fast - taking time to properly plan leads to better long-term results
• Credit repair as a crucial first step - pull a TriMerge credit report and use ChatGPT to analyze it
• Creative financing solutions can help investors recover from foreclosure faster than traditional paths
• Time is your most valuable asset - focus on money-making activities rather than trying to save money by doing everything yourself
• Balance between entrepreneurship and family life is essential for sustainable success
• Shifting from a scarcity mindset to an opportunity mentality opens doors even in challenging circumstances

Find Jimmy Rios on YouTube at Rios Business Funding and on Instagram at @riosbusinessadvisors to learn more about his Eye Level to High Level Program. Subscribe to our podcast, leave a five-star review, and find Dwan at Dwanderful.com or @Dwanderful on all social media platforms.

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