Podcast
Commercial Property Advisors
Hosted by Peter Harris · EN
Insight, market updates and wisdom from America's leading commercial real estate mentors, including Peter Harris, the author of the book Commercial Real Estate Investing for Dummies.
25episodes
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4 Landmines That Will Kill Your Real Estate Deal
Apr 2200:15:20Tap to summarizeDiscover 4 hidden landmines that wipe out cash flow, mislead new investors, and turn “great real estate deals” into financial disasters. If you want to analyze deals with confidence and protect your investment from costly surprises, this is the breakdown you can’t afford to skip.
Transcribe →Skip Single Family Investing, Go Straight to Commercial
Apr 1500:09:58Tap to summarizeDiscover four reasons beginners should skip single-family investing and start with commercial real estate from day one.
Transcribe →The Sweet Spot for Multifamily Beginners (5-20 Units)
Apr 100:14:05Tap to summarizeDiscover the most overlooked and profitable segment in multifamily real estate. Most beginners crowd into duplexes and fourplexes, while institutional investors dominate the 50–100 unit space. But between them lies a wide‑open opportunity where new investors can thrive.In this podcast, you’ll learn:Why 5–20 unit properties are ignored by big funds and avoided by small investorsHow YOU can control the value through NOI and force appreciationA real example showing how a simple rent increase can create $200,000 in valueWhy this range offers the best creative financing opportunitiesHow motivated sellers and flexible deal structures can help beginners get startedIf you want to build wealth through multifamily real estate, this sweet spot is where it begins.
Transcribe →Build Your Own Pension with Multifamily Real Estate
Mar 1800:16:21Tap to summarizeMost Americans are falling behind on retirement — but you don’t have to. Discover how two beginner investors, Bill and Chris, built their own pension using multifamily real estate. Two different strategies. One powerful outcome: financial security and control. You’ll hear how Bill used his self‑directed IRA to buy a 24‑unit property with $480K in equity on day one, and how Chris cashed out his retirement accounts, bought 18 units, neutralized $180K in taxes, and forced $360K in appreciation with simple rent increases.If they can do it, so can you.
Transcribe →How to Reduce Taxes & Build Wealth with Multifamily Real Estate
Mar 1100:15:53Tap to summarizeDiscover how real estate investors reduce their taxes to little or nothing and accelerate their wealth—using two powerful strategies built directly into the U.S. tax code. In this podcast, Peter breaks down cost segregation and 100% bonus depreciation, showing you exactly how they work and why savvy investors rely on them year after year.Key Takeaways:Cost segregation breaks your building into components you can depreciate fasterBonus depreciation lets you take those deductions all in the first yearA $7,500 cost seg study can produce a 632% ROI in tax savingsThese strategies are 100% legal and intentionally designed by CongressThis is how wealthy investors scale portfolios and reduce taxes
Transcribe →Multifamily is the New Retirement Plan
Feb 2600:09:59Tap to summarizeDiscover why multifamily real estate has become the new retirement plan for everyday investors—and how redefining risk is the first step toward building a stable, predictable financial future.
Transcribe →3 Powerful Reasons Why Multifamily Will Thrive in 2026
Feb 1200:10:00Tap to summarize2026 is shaping up to be one of the strongest entry points for multifamily investors. Discover 3 key trends driving multifamily demand, stability, and long‑term growth.In this podcast, you’ll learn:Why renter demand is rising nationwideHow blended rent growth strengthens cash flowWhat the supply burn-off means for future rent increasesWhy 2026 offers a rare investment windowPerfect for new investors who want a clear, data‑driven outlook on the multifamily market.
Transcribe →The 4 M's of Real Estate — A Proven Framework for Success
Feb 500:08:06Tap to summarizeUnlock the real foundation of successful investing with the 4 M’s of real estate: Management, Money, Marketing, and Maintenance. Discover how each of the 4 M’s works, why they matter, and how one weak link can cause your entire property to underperform.
Transcribe →How Much Time Do You Need to Invest in Commercial Real Estate?
Jan 2800:10:53Tap to summarizeYou don’t need 20–40 extra hours a week to invest in commercial real estate. In this podcast, I explain why—and give you the real timeline behind getting your first deal. What you’ll learn in this video:How to build a meaningful income stream through commercial real estate without quitting your full‑time jobWhy the idea that “more money requires more hours” is a mythThe difference between calendar time and clock time—and why it matters for commercial investingA clear step‑by‑step action plan to get started How small, consistent actions compound into big results
Transcribe →Which Legal Entity is Best for Commercial Real Estate?
Jan 2100:13:22Tap to summarizeDiscover the best legal entity structure for commercial and multifamily real estate. In this training, I break down the exact framework I’ve used for 25+ years to protect my assets, minimize risk, and maximize tax advantages.You’ll learn:Why commercial real estate requires a different ownership structure than single‑familyHow LLCs create a shield between your business assets and personal assetsThe truth about non‑recourse loans and why they’re a game‑changerHow pass‑through taxation works and how depreciation can wipe out your taxable incomeWhy C‑Corps and S‑Corps are poor choices for owning propertyHow to structure multiple properties using a holding companyThe three biggest mistakes beginners make—and how to avoid themI am not an attorney or CPA. Always consult licensed professionals for legal and tax advice.
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