Best Bay Area Real Estate Podcasts (2025)

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Bay Area Real Estate & the 2025 Outlook with Craig McGrouther 5:19

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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What Newsom’s Housing Reforms Mean for California’s Future 15:17

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California’s 2025 housing reforms aim to boost affordability and speed up development. Learn how these changes impact the Bay Area real estate market and what it means for buyers, sellers, and investors. Learn More blog: https://HarvBalu.COM/CAnews0725 Sources: Recent housing affordability reports and legislative summaries gov.ca.govlisten notes.co…

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Deals, Data & Real Estate Dreams with Ryan Sudeck 5:12

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Tax Deferral & Risk Strategy with Van Carlson 5:17

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Neal Collier: From Hollywood Magic to Historic Apartment Makeovers 31:52

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What happens when a Disney and Warner Bros. executive trades film reels for floorplans? In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Neal Collier, a fourth-generation Angeleno who transitioned from the entertainment industry to become a successful real estate investor in Los Angeles. Neal shares how he turned a modest condo purchase into a multi-prop…

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Creating Sustainable Passive Income with Craig McGrouther 43:52

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Secrets to Success with Former Black Hawk Pilot Elizabeth McCormick 34:15

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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#60 - Andrea Gordon - REalizations - What 1,000+ Transactions Have Taught Me 1:22:08

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Ideas for the show or to want just to support us? Send us a text! What happens when you combine 27 years of real estate expertise, theatrical directing, and PhD-level thinking? You get the incomparable Andrea Gordon. Andrea doesn't just sell homes – she tackles challenging client psychology head-on. "Nobody in their right mind wants to spend over a…

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From Bank Teller to House Flipper: Wanda Henry’s Bold Move 13:04

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In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce Bean sits down with Wanda Henry, a seasoned real estate broker and investor whose journey from Cleveland to California is nothing short of inspiring. Wanda shares how her early start in banking led her into the world of real estate, where she grew from teller to broker, managing a firm …

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Green Bay Roots, Marine Tough, Stanford Smart: Chris Jansen on Real Estate Success 27:32

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From Green Bay to the Marine Corps to Stanford — and now full speed ahead in real estate, Chris Jansen’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, Bruce chats with Chris about how COVID-19 boredom sparked a deep dive into investing, leading Chris from civil engineering into a thriving real estate journey. Chris shares how he leveraged his …

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Oklahoma Grit to Real Estate Gold: Mike Litton’s Journey 24:11

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In this powerful episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce sits down with real estate powerhouse Mike Litton for a journey through grit, transformation, and entrepreneurial drive. From farming 3,000 acres in Oklahoma as a teenager to leading a top-producing mortgage and real estate career in San Diego, Mike shares how an unexpected spe…

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Black Hawk Lessons in Leadership Elizabeth McCormick 5:12

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Big Beautiful Bill Business and Investor Secrets with Michael Uadiale 42:41

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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The Future of Philanthropy with CharityBuzz CEO Ben Erwin 42:11

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Daniel Atwater: Crafting Stories from PR Roots to Digital Strategy Powerhouse 16:54

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From public-sector beginnings to founding a thriving communications consultancy, Daniel Atwater has built a unique career at the crossroads of commercial real estate, digital marketing, and community engagement. In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Daniel shares his professional journey—from working in asset mana…

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Navigating the New Tax Bill with Michael Uadiale 5:03

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Heartland to Healing: Bess McCarty’s Path to Mind-Body Coaching 17:10

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In this insightful episode, Bruce Bean welcomes Bess McCarty, a mind-body life coach originally from a Kansas farm and now based in San Diego. Bess shares her unique journey from the Midwest to teaching at Body Mind College and working as a holistic practitioner. She dives into how our physical symptoms can reveal emotional blocks—and how addressin…

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Q2 2025 Market Update 32:19

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In this episode of The Bay Insider, we break down the numbers in the San Francisco real estate market for Q2 2025, what it all means looking back, and what we are seeing beyond the numbers. Yes, home prices have been rising. Single-family homes that check boxes are moving fast. But the condo market? Especially in District 9: SOMA, Mission Bay, Sout…

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Yonah Weiss: Engineering Wealth Through Strategic Depreciation 23:03

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Yonah Weiss shares his fascinating journey from San Diego to Jerusalem and from education to real estate, culminating in his expertise at Madison SPECS, the largest cost segregation provider in the country. Yonah breaks down what cost segregation really is, how it works, and how real estate investors can use it to accelerate depreciation, increase …

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Turning Experiences into Impact with Ben Erwin 5:51

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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How to Think Like a Billionaire with Jeff Sarti 46:09

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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The Secret Systems for Sustainable Growth w/ Anne Gannon 44:06

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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#59 - Faramarz Moeen-Ziai - Bonds, Bills, and BS: The Truth About Your Mortgage Rate 1:28:41

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Ideas for the show or to want just to support us? Send us a text! What actually makes mortgage rates rise and fall? If you've been waiting for the Federal Reserve to cut rates before buying a home, you might be watching the wrong signals entirely. Mortgage expert Faramarz Moeen-Ziai pulls back the curtain on the complex world of mortgage rate deter…

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Diversified Wealth Management and Economic Skepticism with Jeff Sarti 5:39

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Big Win for Real Estate: How the New Tax Bill Empowers Bay Area Homeowners and Investors 13:49

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Senate tax bill brings major wins for Bay Area homeowners, buyers, and investors, including a higher SALT deduction cap, permanent mortgage interest deduction, and protection for 1031 exchanges. Learn how these changes could boost affordability, support generational wealth, and create new opportunities in our local market. For full blog details, vi…

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From the Inside Out: Jonathan King's Journey to Intero Leadership 25:45

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In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean sits down with Jonathan King, Vice President and Managing Officer at Intero Real Estate Services for Burlingame and Half Moon Bay. Jonathan shares his unique path from lending to sales to leadership, and offers a front-line perspective on how a major class-action lawsuit has d…

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Leading with Purpose: Anthony DellaPelle on Advocacy and Expertise in CRE 31:39

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What does it mean to lead with purpose in the world of commercial real estate law? In this episode, Bruce Bean talks with Anthony DellaPelle, a seasoned attorney with over 38 years of experience in eminent domain and tax appeal law. Anthony shares his journey from aspiring doctor to renowned CRE attorney, shaped by his deep roots in real estate and…

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From Multifamily to Modern Wiring: Matt Ticknor's Electric Journey 33:47

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From high-rise deals to hidden wires, Matt Ticknor shares his journey from institutional multifamily development to founding a niche business replacing knob and tube wiring across the Bay Area. In this candid episode, Bruce Bean talks with Matt about how a twist of fate and a spike in insurance challenges led to his transition from large-scale deve…

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From Ospreys to RV Parks: Robert Preston’s Mission-Driven Journey 28:27

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In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Robert Preston, founder of Climb Capital and Unhitched RV, who shares his incredible journey from military service to successful entrepreneurship in the RV park space. Robert opens up about making life-changing decisions after high-risk missions overseas, the …

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Compass vs. Zillow: What the Private Listings Lawsuit Means for Bay Area Real Estate 16:55

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In this episode of Bay Area Realty Experts, we explore the high-stakes lawsuit between Compass and Zillow over private listings and listing access. What does this legal battle mean for homebuyers, sellers, and agents in the Bay Area? Tune in to get the facts, insights, and potential impact on how homes are marketed in today’s competitive real estat…

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From the Fairway to Financial Growth with Anne Gannon 5:21

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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The Secrets to Lasting Wealth with Antony Joffe 38:02

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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#58 - Felicia Mares-Villa - Social Media Evolution, Career Growth, and AI Everything 1:46:59

25d ago1:46:59

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Ideas for the show or to want just to support us? Send us a text! What makes the difference between surviving and thriving in today's real estate landscape? Felicia Mares-Villa has figured it out, scaling the team she co-founded to eight agents in just one year while mastering the ever-shifting world of social media marketing. In this conversation …

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How to Keep More of Your Wealth with Eric Pierre 45:33

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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From Tiger to Titan: Andy Misiavig’s Rise in Retail Leasing 33:59

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Ever wondered how a college grad ends up landing a career-changing interview at a baccarat table in Vegas? That’s just the beginning of Andy Misiaveg’s unique story. In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Andy dives into his 25-year journey with The Shopping Center Group, his deep expertise in the Carolinas market,…

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Art Meets Assets: Vlad Arakcheyev’s Journey into CRE 32:15

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In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce Bean sits down with Vlad Arakcheyev, a former graphic designer who transitioned into the world of commercial real estate. Discover how a pandemic-era pivot, a strong partnership with his wife, and a commitment to learning reshaped Vlad's professional path. Today, he manages hundreds of …

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Fiduciary Trusts and Preserving Family Wealth with Antony Joffe 5:20

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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From Aircraft to Assets: Flint Jamison’s Journey into CRE Syndication 23:35

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Flint Jamison had a thriving career in aerospace, managing $120 million defense contracts and leading large engineering teams. But stress and burnout pushed him toward a new passion—real estate syndication. In this episode, Flint shares his journey from working at Boeing to co-founding Vestas Capital, where he now helps investors tap into commercia…

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One Property, Endless Potential: Hunter Pogatchnik’s Land Flip Journey 18:55

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In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean welcomes land flipper and entrepreneur Hunter Pogatchnik. Starting with a single lakeside lot purchase in college, Hunter’s unique approach to land flipping now sees him closing over 100 deals a year. Hunter shares how he transitioned from cold calling during college to owning…

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Tax Strategies, Financial Planning, and Business Collaboration wih Eric Pierre 5:36

29d ago5:36

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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The Vital Strategies for Success with Patrick Lonergan 36:26

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Mastering Communication with Julian Treasure 44:47

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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10,000 Units Later: How Zach Haptopstall Left Medical Sales Behind 37:31

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What does it take to walk away from a lucrative career and build a $2.4 billion real estate portfolio from scratch? In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Zach Haptopstall, co-founder and CEO of Rise48 Equity, to hear his extraordinary story. From reporting sports and marketing for hospice care to …

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Sausalito 40:00

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In the final episode of our Sausalito Series on The Bay Insider, we sit down with longtime resident and fifth-generation Californian Chris Ornellas to talk about what makes Sausalito such a layered, memorable place to live. From its roots as a Coast Miwok settlement to its Prohibition-era days as a rum-runner hideout, to the anchor out community, S…

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From Green Fields to Great Deals: Anthony Price’s CRE Journey 21:00

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This episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean features Anthony Price, a former environmental consultant turned commercial real estate broker based in Ventura County, California. Anthony shares his unique path from environmental science into the world of commercial real estate, and how his background gives him a rare edge in n…

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Financial Strategies, Cash Flow, and Tax Planning with Patrick Lonergan 5:46

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Don Spillane: Hustling the Mob - From Solving Crimes to Writing Lines 14:54

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What do a London detective, a self-published novelist, and a California real estate pro have in common? Meet Don Spillane. In this episode, Don takes us on a journey from Scotland Yard's gritty East End to the sunny streets of Huntington Beach. With gripping tales of taking down hitmen, navigating the ups and downs of commercial real estate, and wr…

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Eric Wassmann: From Icy Slopes to Hot Deals in Real Estate 20:52

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In this episode, Bruce Bean sits down with Eric Wassmann to uncover a fascinating journey from East Coast ski slopes to the fast-paced world of commercial real estate finance. Eric’s career path weaves through snow-covered peaks and Silicon Valley startups, revealing a unique blend of adventure, hustle, and innovation. Why should you listen? If you…

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Power of Listening and Effective Communication with Julian Treasure 5:02

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…

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Faith, Leadership, and Stewardship with Reggie Brooks 44:25

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🎙️ Build It to Billions Podcast Inspiring Conversations with Visionary Entrepreneurs, Wealth Builders & Legacy Creators Welcome to the Build It to Billions podcast — where ambition meets strategy. Hosted by Brett Swarts, this show dives deep into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders who are building lasting wealth, scaling…