
The Lone Star Capital Podcast
The Lone Star Capital Podcast interviews institutional investors to learn more about their strategies, sponsor and investment criteria, due diligence process, and asset management practices.
New episodes every Monday at 9am EST.
Episodes
295 episodes
E91: Despite the Fear, Why Floating Rates Might Be the Move
Join Craig McGrouther, Sam Morris, and myself on this episode of the Lone Star Capital podcast, where we discuss the latest market trends, upcoming events, and debt strategies. We tackle the challenges of market volatility and fluctuating inter...
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Episode 91
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39:23

Fund Friday E74: Scaling Beyond Single-Family Homes with Jeff Ervick
In this episode, Jeff Ervick takes us through his transition from a successful career in tech sales to becoming a managing partner at Valoris Capital Partners, where he now focuses on real estate investments. He shares his insights on the impor...
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42:04

Founder's Insights E28: Volatility Affecting Transactions
When interest rates rise and fall, do you have a strategy to stay ahead?In today’s unpredictable real estate market, being able to adjust to changing interest rates is more important than ever. While many investors avoid floating rates,...
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9:34

E90: How to Invest Smart in a Shaky Market
In this episode of the Lone Star Capital podcast, Craig McGrouther and I discuss the volatile state of the market, its implications for investors, and strategies for navigating these turbulent times. We explore the significance of Price to Earn...
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Episode 90
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38:45

Fund Friday E73: How to Spot a Great Investment Deal in Minutes with Sam Morris
In this episode, Craig McGrouther and Sam Morris share key insights for fund managers and LPs in real estate investing. They discuss how to save time in deal evaluation by focusing on four key areas: alignment, sponsor evaluation, structure, an...
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1:05:57

Founder's Insights E27: Monthly & Quarterly Reporting
Curious about how we report monthly and quarterly to our investors? Today, I will share how we structure these updates and why we focus on certain metrics over others. At Lone Star Capital, we believe in providing tran...
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10:33

E89: Why We’re Going Bigger, Not Broader
In this episode, Craig McGrouther and I discuss the details of the upcoming Lone Star Capital Summit, giving you an inside look at the event’s structure, featured keynote speakers, and top-tier networking opportunities.We also share our...
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Episode 89
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34:28

Fund Friday E72: The Blueprint for Using Your IRA in Alternative Investments with Paul Herbes
In this episode, Craig McGrouther interviews Paul Herbes from Equity Institutional Services, discussing the intricacies of self-directed IRAs and their role in alternative investments like syndications. Paul shares his background, the process o...
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35:50

Founder's Insights E26: The Investor Psychology Trap
"Buy when there's blood in the streets. Be greedy when others are fearful."We’ve all heard these sayings, but living through a full market cycle proves just how tough they are to follow.Take Peter Lynch’s Magellan Fund as an exa...
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8:10

E88: A Bigger, Better and Bolder Lone Star Summit
In this episode of the Lone Star Capital podcast, Craig McGrouther and I dive into the excitement surrounding the upcoming LSC Summit! We break down the fresh new format, highlight some of the powerhouse speakers, and share what attendees can e...
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Episode 88
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25:52

Fund Friday E71: Turning Empty Space into Passive Income with Joseph Woodbury
In this conversation, Craig McGrouther interviews Joseph Woodbury, the CEO and founder of Neighbor, a unique storage and parking marketplace. Joseph shares his journey from a traditional career in finance to entrepreneurship, detailing how Neig...
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54:18

Founder's Insights E25: Risk:Reward for Fund Managers
One of the most fundamental principles of investing is the relationship between risk and return. At its core, this concept suggests a positive correlation: the more risk you take, the more return you can potentially make. However, the key word ...
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5:04

E87: How Investor Psychology Creates Boom & Bust Cycles
In this episode of the Lone Star Capital podcast, Craig McGrouther and I discuss our experiences at the Best Ever Conference, insights on market trends, investor psychology, and the current economic landscape. We emphasize the importance of und...
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Episode 87
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38:33

Fund Friday E70: Winning in Real Estate Investing with Garrett Nondorf
In this episode, Craig McGrouther interviews Garrett Nondorf from Flagship Capital, discussing his career journey, the unique operations of Flagship Capital, and their investment strategies. They explore the challenges and opportunities in the ...
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45:32

E86: What Makes Houston a Great Place to Invest in Multifamily
In this episode, we are joined by Sam Morris, Partner at Lone Star Capital to talk about the Houston real estate market - how it's grown, why people are moving there, and what makes it a great place to invest. Our discussion covers how Houston ...
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Episode 86
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44:24

Fund Friday E69: Scaling from Single-Family to Multifamily with Luis Frias
In this episode, Craig McGrouther interviews Luis Frias, a real estate professional based in San Antonio, who shares his journey from being a licensed real estate agent to becoming a multifamily investor and owner-operator. They discuss the cur...
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40:43

E85: How Lone Star & Sunset Capital Joined Forces
This podcast episode discusses the recent merger between Lone Star Capital and Sunset Capital, highlighting the organic nature of the partnership and the benefits this merger brings to investors. In our conversation with Sam Morris, the newest ...
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Episode 85
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27:33

Fund Friday E68: How to Build Wealth Through Passive Real Estate Investing with Randy Smith
In this episode, Craig McGrouther and Randy Smith discuss Randy's journey from corporate sales to real estate investing, the current market dynamics, and the importance of due diligence and operator selection. They explore the challenge...
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32:01

Founder's Insights E24 Exit Cap Rates
I just got back from an amazing trip to Sedona after RaiseFest in Phoenix! Great hikes, pickleball, cigars, and, of course, plenty of real estate talk. One topic that kept coming up was exit cap rates. Many investors default to wid...
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11:05

E84: Navigating Today’s Multifamily Investment Landscape
On this episode of the Lone Star Capital Podcast, Craig McGrouther and I take you on a journey through some of our latest experiences and insights. We start with our trip to Sedona and our time at RaiseFest, where we connected with industry lea...
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Episode 84
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50:15

Fund Friday E67: The Journey to Multifamily Investing with Twin Lux Capital
In this episode, Craig McGrouther interviews Aaron and Jacob Thomas, founders of Twin Lux Capital, about their entrepreneurial journey from traditional jobs to raising capital in real estate. They discuss their initial foray into Airbnb, the tr...
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41:11

Founder's Insights E23 Underwriting R&M and CapEx
Are you forgetting about recurring CapEx in your underwriting?How confident are you that your budget accounts for everything? The reality is, recurring CapEx expenses can sneak up on you, especially with older properties. T...
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11:12

E83: Understanding Dual Class Syndications and Capital Calls
In this episode of the Lone Star Capital podcast, Craig McGrother and I discuss various topics related to real estate investing, including capital calls and dual tranche syndication structures. We explore the challenges of in-house construction...
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Episode 83
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38:13

Fund Friday E66: The Evolution of Industrial Real Estate with Gregg Gruehl
In episode, Craig McGrouther interviews Greg Gruehl, founder of Gruehl Capital Management Partners, who shares his unique journey into the world of industrial real estate. From his early influences and experiences during the financial crisis to...
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45:29
