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The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
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62 episodes
2 months ago
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, host Asaf Raz sits down with Mark Goldfinger, General Manager and Head of North America at Mindspace, to talk about the evolution of coworking and the future of office real estate. Mark shares his journey from joining WeWork as one of its first 300 employees to leading international expansion across Europe and Asia, before eventually returning to the U.S. to spearhead Mindspace’s growth. He explains how the pandemic accelerated the demand for agile, ...
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In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, host Asaf Raz sits down with Mark Goldfinger, General Manager and Head of North America at Mindspace, to talk about the evolution of coworking and the future of office real estate. Mark shares his journey from joining WeWork as one of its first 300 employees to leading international expansion across Europe and Asia, before eventually returning to the U.S. to spearhead Mindspace’s growth. He explains how the pandemic accelerated the demand for agile, ...
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The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E24 - Mark Goldfinger – Reinventing office space with Mindspace
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, host Asaf Raz sits down with Mark Goldfinger, General Manager and Head of North America at Mindspace, to talk about the evolution of coworking and the future of office real estate. Mark shares his journey from joining WeWork as one of its first 300 employees to leading international expansion across Europe and Asia, before eventually returning to the U.S. to spearhead Mindspace’s growth. He explains how the pandemic accelerated the demand for agile, ...
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2 months ago
27 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E23 - David Auerbach – Why REITs still win
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, host Asaf Raz talks with David Auerbach, Chief Investment Officer at Hoya Capital and publisher of the Daily REIT Beat, about the staying power of real estate investment trusts (REITs). David breaks down how REITs generate income from everyday activity—Zoom calls, Amazon orders, even Starbucks visits—and why macro noise like interest rates and tariffs doesn’t shake the fundamentals. He shares what REIT insiders are really saying about the market, the...
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4 months ago
29 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E22 - Jonathan Buckelew – Building an operator’s playbook
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, host Asaf Raz speaks with Jonathan Buckelew, Vice President of Asset Management at Peak, about challenging legacy thinking in real estate. Jonathan shares how launching a fintech company during COVID reshaped his mindset and gave him an operator's perspective. He explains how questioning third-party vendors, centralizing operations, and leveraging automation helped him cut costs and improve performance. The conversation also dives into the strategic ...
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4 months ago
30 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E21- Sam Morris - Is 2025 the new 2010 for multifamily investors?
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, host Asaf Raz chats with Sam Morris, Partner at Lone Star Capital, about navigating today’s multifamily market with discipline and long-term focus. Sam shares his journey from banking and underwriting to raising capital and leading large-scale workforce housing investments in Texas. He offers candid insights into investor sentiment, shifting competition dynamics, and why focusing on resident experience remains the key to success—regardless of market ...
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5 months ago
25 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E20- Josh Sason - Designing with Intention
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, host Asaf Raz speaks with Josh Sason, Principal and Managing Partner at Sason Organization, a real estate investment firm with offices in Miami and New York. Josh shares his journey from hedge funds to real estate, detailing how his company prioritizes experience-driven design to create unique and high-value properties. He explains why sensory details—like lighting, scent, and layout—are crucial in real estate and how his firm transformed a Class B o...
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7 months ago
23 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E19 - Tyler Jordan - Demystifying international real estate investment
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, host Asaf Raz chats with Tyler Jordan, Managing Partner at Nova Haus, about the intricacies of investing in international real estate markets. Tyler discusses why his company avoids markets like the U.S. and Australia, focusing instead on developments in Costa Rica. He highlights the role of a local team and explains how self-directed IRAs can be used for international investments. Tyler offers insights into demystifying cross-border investment fears...
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8 months ago
18 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E18- Sean O’Dowd - Is build-to-rent the future of low-risk investments?
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, host Asaf Raz chats with Sean O'Dowd, Managing Partner at Scholastic Capital, about leveraging technology to transform single-family home investments. Sean shares insights on optimizing maintenance and financial forecasting, making operations more efficient. He highlights the shift towards a build-to-rent model in response to rising interest rates, emphasizing suitability for low-risk investors. Discover strategies for balancing financial forecasting...
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8 months ago
19 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E17 - George McCleary - Fighting squatters and title fraud: Real estate's hidden battles
In this episode of the Deal Makers Podcast, Asaf Raz talks with George McCleary, Principal at McCleary Realty and Development and creator of Defender Networks. George shares how his viral video, "I Stole a House," inspired him to tackle the costly issues of squatting and title fraud that plague property owners. Learn how his solutions—Squatter Defender, a $199 online course, and Title Fraud Defender, a title monitoring service starting at just $2.25/month—are helping landlords and homeowners ...
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9 months ago
20 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E16 - Jonah Bamberger -Landlords as housing providers: Lessons from New York to Porto
In this episode of the Deal Makers Podcast, Asaf Raz speaks with Jonah Bamberger, Managing Partner and Founder of Aulder Capital, a vertically integrated real estate investment management company. Jonah shares the company’s journey from its beginnings in New York’s multifamily sector to navigating a major geographical and asset-class shift into hospitality and development projects in Portugal. He delves into the challenges of pivoting during the uncertainty of COVID-19, building a team to tac...
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10 months ago
22 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E15- Daniel Brereton - Making commercial real estate accessible
In this episode of the Deal Makers Podcast, host Asaf Raz talks with Daniel Brereton, Head of Investor Relations at Equity Multiple, a platform focused on making commercial real estate investment opportunities available to a broader audience. Daniel explains how Equity Multiple combines real estate expertise with a tech-forward approach to simplify investing in diverse assets across the capital stack, including senior debt, mezzanine debt, and equity positions. He shares insights into the cur...
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10 months ago
20 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E14- Matt Whitermore - Turning campgrounds into cash flow: A new rake on real estate investments
In this episode of the Deal Makers Podcast, Asaf Raz speaks with Matt Whitemore, a seasoned real estate investor who shifted from multifamily properties to the unique realm of outdoor hospitality. Now leading Roll Campgrounds, Matt has found success in the campground niche, where he combines real estate principles with a creative approach to hospitality. He discusses the operational challenges of campgrounds, from seasonal guests to financing quirks, and shares his vision for Roll Campgrounds...
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10 months ago
25 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E13 - Brandon Martini - Funding dreams in the sky with innovative lending
In this episode of the Deal Makers Podcast, Asaf Raz welcomes Brandon Martini, co-founder and COO of Stratus Financial, a company that makes aviation careers accessible through innovative financing solutions. Brandon shares how Stratus Financial began with a single flight school and grew into a nationwide lender, helping aspiring pilots finance their training when traditional loans fall short. He reflects on his journey from flight school owner to finance entrepreneur, the passion that drives...
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11 months ago
19 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E12 - Brittany Shulman -Hybrid fund model: Certainty in a time of uncertainty
In this episode of the Deal Makers Podcast, Asaf Raz talks with Brittany Shulman, Investment Director at Clever Capital Fund. Brittany reflects on her extensive real estate career, from getting licensed at 18 to leading Clever Capital’s latest fund, which takes a unique approach by focusing on value-add retail, land entitlements, and manufactured housing for affordable options. She explains Clever Capital’s hybrid investment model, which combines the predictability of fixed returns with flexi...
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11 months ago
15 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E11 - Zach Winner - The value add plus advantage
In this episode of the Deal Makers Podcast, host Asaf Raz sits down with Zach Winner, founding partner and CEO of Prosperity Commercial Real Estate. With a deep background in multifamily investments, Zach shares how he’s navigating today’s challenging market by targeting properties in high-growth areas and utilizing a “value-add plus” approach. He explains how unique features, like economic incentive bonds and strategic tax planning, help maximize returns for investors. Zach also discusses th...
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11 months ago
22 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E10 - Dale Wills - Pivot quickly or get left behind: How we stay nimble in real estate
In this episode of the Deal Makers Podcast, host Asaf Raz talks with Dale Wills, founder of Centra Companies, about his journey from banking to real estate development. Dale shares insights on the current real estate market, focusing on opportunities in first-time for-sale housing and build-for-rent communities, despite rising interest rates. He explains how Centra Companies stays nimble in a challenging market and highlights how accredited investors can co-invest in high-quality projects thr...
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11 months ago
27 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E9 - Itay Gamlieli - The best time in 15 years to invest in NYC
In this episode of the Deal Makers Podcast, host Asaf Raz speaks with Itay Gamlieli, CEO of Avenues Real Estate, about his journey from immigrant to leading broker and investor in New York City. Itai shares how his early experience in the rental market shaped his approach to multifamily and mixed-use investments. He offers insights into navigating the challenges of rising interest rates and regulatory changes, and why now is one of the best times to invest in NYC real estate. Packed with valu...
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12 months ago
23 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E8 - Ken Ashley - Dodging zombie buildings: the walking dead of real estate
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, hosted by Asaf Raz, Ken Ashley, Executive Director at Cushman & Wakefield and founder of the CREI Summit, shares his nearly 30 years of experience in commercial real estate. Ken discusses the trends driving the return to office, how Class A spaces are thriving, and the potential for repurposing or redeveloping Class B and C office buildings. He also explores key investment opportunities in the office market as businesses adapt to new workplace dy...
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1 year ago
23 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E7- Denver Lobo - The power of the BRRRR method in real estate investing
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, hosted by Asaf Raz, Denver Lobo, Managing Principal of JT Capital, shares his journey from investment banking to real estate private equity. He discusses the power of the BRRRR method in real estate investing and explores the current market opportunities, highlighting key trends like the drop in property sales, the rise in expenses, and the challenges posed by maturing loans. Denver offers valuable advice to GPs on focusing on value-add strategies, r...
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1 year ago
29 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E6 - Amit Stern - Leveraging short-term debt in real estate development
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, hosted by Asaf Raz, Amit Stern, Managing Partner at Arion Fund, shares his unconventional career path and the focus of Arion Fund in providing short-term bridge financing for real estate development projects. He discusses the current trends in the real estate market, particularly in multifamily and residential properties, and how developers are navigating the challenges of underwriting deals and raising capital. Amit emphasizes the importance of prof...
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1 year ago
23 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
S3E5- Aviva Sonenrich - The rise of warehouse real estate
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, hosted by Asaf Raz, we are joined by Aviva Sonenrich, an Managing Member Warehouse Hotline and host of the Commercial Real Estate Secrets podcast. Aviva shares her journey as a third-generation warehouse broker, the impact of the digital age on her business, and the evolution of the warehouse market. She discusses current trends, the opportunities in the market, and how social media has significantly influenced her career. This episode is filled with...
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1 year ago
21 minutes

The Deal Makers - An Agora production podcast
In this episode of the Dealmakers Podcast, host Asaf Raz sits down with Mark Goldfinger, General Manager and Head of North America at Mindspace, to talk about the evolution of coworking and the future of office real estate. Mark shares his journey from joining WeWork as one of its first 300 employees to leading international expansion across Europe and Asia, before eventually returning to the U.S. to spearhead Mindspace’s growth. He explains how the pandemic accelerated the demand for agile, ...