Jaidyn Smith on Shopping Centers: Tight Vacancy, Active Buyers, Real Deals
In this episode, CRE advisor Jaden Smith discusses her evolution from handling single‑tenant triple‑net leases—primarily quick‑service restaurants—to focusing on multi‑tenant shopping center transactions. She highlights the current market dynamics of tight vacancy rates, active buyer interest, and the importance of nuanced lease structures, such as CAM and tenant reimbursement clauses. Smith also shares why she joined Friedman Real Estate, emphasizing the firm’s integrated resources that streamline deal execution, and explains how a strategic social‑media presence fuels nationwide networking and deal flow.
Will Curtis: Bridging the Military-to-CRE Gap One Veteran at a Time
In this episode, veteran‑turned‑CRE professional Will Curtis shares how his Army experience and a pivotal financial‑specialist presentation sparked his transition into commercial real estate, leading him to specialize in office and industrial assets across Texas. He emphasizes the importance of...
Petra Durnin: You Don't Need More Tech — You Need Better Data
In this episode, Petra Durnin, a veteran CRE researcher and tech‑to‑impact strategist, explains why the industry’s biggest hurdle isn’t more tools but cleaner, more integrated data. She walks through her career trajectory, from a temp analyst to leading data and...
Coldwell Banker's Dan Spiegel on Building CRE Teams for AI Disruption & Market Shifts
In this episode, Dan Spiegel, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Coldwell Banker Commercial, shares his leadership journey, the importance of mentorship, and how Coldwell Banker’s decentralized franchise model fosters strong connections across secondary and tertiary markets. He discusses...