The LSCRE Podcast
The LSCRE Podcast interviews institutional investors to learn more about their strategies, sponsor and investment criteria, due diligence process, and asset management practices.
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Episodes
411 episodes
The 2 Things Multifamily Investors Keep Getting Wrong
In this video, I explain why I believe renewals and supply are two of the most undervalued factors in multifamily investing.I break down how stronger renewal rates can improve cash flow and reduce turnover costs, and why limited supply ...
Why Owning More Apartments Isn’t Enough
Owning more apartments doesn’t automatically create economies of scale.In this video, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther explain why proximity matters, including the benefits of staff sharing, better vendor negotiations, expense reducti...
LSCRE X Tribevest Webinar: Why Tiburon Could Be One of Our Best Deals Yet
Building a capital raising business doesn't have to mean building everything from scratch.In this webinar, Craig McGrouther and Sam Morris are joined by Seth Bradley and Rohan Saxena from TribeVest to discuss compliant fund-of-funds str...
We Don’t Hire for Skills. We Hire for This with Brad Olivo
In this video, Director of Construction Brad Olivo and I discuss how LSCRE looks beyond resumes and certifications to find people who care, put in the work, and want to grow. We share how employees can build new skills, take on more responsibil...
Multifamily Is About to Get Very Interesting
Multifamily may be closer to a turning point than most investors realize.In this video, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther discuss why the gap between renting and buying has reached unusual levels, how declining new supply could drive f...
Why Cheap Apartment Deals Can Be the Most Dangerous
In this video, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther explain why buying below peak pricing is no guarantee of success. They discuss why investors should look beyond the marketing, evaluate the fundamentals, and understand how supply can outweigh e...
The Real Work Starts After Closing
The real work begins after the acquisition closes.In this video, I explain what happens during the property takeover process, from completing required repairs and enhancing curb appeal to executing the business plan and keeping investor...
Why Apartment Rents Could Rise Faster Than Expected
Apartment rent growth may return sooner than many expect.In this video, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther discuss why new apartment deliveries are projected to fall sharply, why interest and construction costs are simply too high for m...
We Analyze 100 Deals to Buy Just One
In this video, I share how we evaluate acquisition opportunities at LSCRE, from focusing on the Texas multifamily market, to reviewing about 100 deals to acquire just one. I also explain how we focus on supply and demand, think through the down...
The Truth About AI in Commercial Real Estate
Everyone's talking about AI, but is it really changing commercial real estate?In this video, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther discuss the real impact of AI on property management, why people still want to work with people, and why the...
The Apartment Deal Built to Survive a Down Market
The best deals aren't just built for upside. They're built to protect the downside.In this video, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther explain why Tiburon stands out with its remarkable blend of opportunity and downside protection. They d...
How Multifamily Investors Actually Get Rich
In this video, I break down the three pillars behind multifamily investing: cash flow, appreciation, and the tax benefits that set real estate apart. I explain why it's not about timing the market, but time in the market, and how depreciation a...
Why We're Assuming This 5.8% Loan
A fixed-rate loan is great, but a fixed-rate loan you don't have to rate lock is even better.In this video, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther explain why assuming the seller's existing 5.8% fixed-rate loan was a key advantage for this ...
This Deal Checks Every Box
In this video, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther break down why Tiburon stands out as a multifamily investment opportunity.They discuss how limited nearby supply, a 70% break-even occupancy, less than 57% loan-to-cost, and a fixed 5.82...
DST or TIC For Your 1031 Exchange?
Not all 1031 exchange strategies are created equal. The structure you choose matters more than most investors realize.In this video, I break down the key differences between a Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) and a Tenancy in Common (TIC)...
How Great Companies Keep Growing
The strongest companies don't just grow. They help their people grow with them.In this clip from our recent company-wide Town Hall, Rob Beardsley shares why LSCRE's growth is about more than acquiring new properties. He explains how bui...
2026 Mid Year Market Updates
The best opportunities often come when the market feels the most uncomfortable.In this video, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther discuss today's multifamily market, why transaction activity has slowed, and how volatility and uncertainty...
Preserve at Copperleaf Year 3 Update
We've wrapped up another incredible year at Preserve at Copperleaf, and I'm excited to share that the property continues to exceed our projections!In this video, I recap the progress we've made since acquiring the property in 2024, walk...
The Market Finally Gave Us a Deal Worth Buying (Tiburon)
The best buying opportunities don't come around often. When they do, it's important to understand what makes them different.In this video, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther explain why Tiburon Apartments became one of the few multifami...
We Found a $200 Rent Increase Hidden Inside This Property
In this video, Rob Beardsley and Sam Morris walk through the Tiburon, highlight the untapped value-add potential, and discuss how strategic interior renovations and amenity improvements can help close the gap between current rents and renovated...
Why We're Buying Apartments While Everyone Else Is Waiting
In this video, Craig McGrouther and Sam Morris explain why they believe now is a favorable time to invest in Texas multifamily instead of waiting on the sidelines.They discuss how population growth, job growth, limited new apartment sup...
Why Warren Buffett Is Hoarding Cash
In this video, Craig McGrouther and Sam Morris compare multifamily real estate to the S&P 500 and explain why they believe today's market presents a compelling opportunity for long-term investors.They also discuss why Warren Buffett...
Love Letters For Competitive Acquisitions
In this video, I walk through the acquisition process behind Tiburon, a 2007 vintage multifamily property in Northwest Houston, and explain what it takes to win highly competitive apartment deals.I discuss why institutional-quality mult...