
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
313 episodes
E99: Multifamily Value Creation Through Expense Optimization
In this episode of the Lone Star Capital podcast, Craig McGrouther and I sit down with Sam Morris to discuss the significant positive shifts happening in the multifamily market after three challenging years. We reveal how our property i...
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Episode 99
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37:04

Fund Friday E82: The Secret to Great Asset Management with Joe Pistorius
In this episode of the Fund Friday podcast, hosts Craig McGrouther and Joe Pistorius dive into the critical role of asset management in multifamily. Joe shares insights from managing over 2,500 units across 11 properties, revealing how differen...
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39:46

E98: Why Culture and People Power Lone Star Capital’s Success
In this episode of the Lone Star Capital podcast, Craig McGrouther and I sit down with Sam Morris, Partner at Lone Star Capital to discuss the impact of Texas HB21 on property tax exemptions and affordable housing deals. We explore how this new...
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Episode 98
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43:18

Fund Friday E81: Best Practices for Raising Capital in Today’s Market with Sam Morris
In this episode of the Fund Friday, Craig McGrouther and Sam Morris outline what it really takes to raise capital consistently in today's market. They break down the exact system that helped close over $100 million in equity, including how they...
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54:14

E97: The Truth About Real Estate Distress
In this episode of the Lone Star Capital Podcast, Craig McGrouther and I dive into what’s really happening in the Austin multifamily market and why investors shouldn’t be scared off by the headlines.We break down how recent pressure fro...
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Episode 97
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35:58

Fund Friday E80: Raising Real Money the Smart Way with Dasha Beardsley
In this Fund Friday episode, Craig McGrouther interviews Dasha Beardsley, Director of Investor Relations at Lone Star Capital and now author of Maximizing Wealth through Syndicated 1031 Exchanges. They dive into how passive investors can use 10...
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36:18

E96: The Power of Depreciation
In this episode of the Lone Star Capital Podcast, Craig McGrouther and I dive into one of the most powerful tools in real estate investing: bonus depreciation.With talk of 100% bonus depreciation returning in 2025, Rob breaks down what ...
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Episode 96
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23:52

Fund Friday E79: How a Career in Real Estate Led to a Startup in Lending with Gil Murillo
In this episode, Craig McGrouther sits down with Gil Murillo, co-founder and CEO of KUDO Funding, to talk about his journey from managing billions in hotel assets to launching a platform that provides fast, short-term loans to small businesses....
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47:37

E95: Understanding Leverage in Real Estate
Is real estate still the best investment vehicle in today’s market? Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther break it all down in this data-driven episode.In this episode of the Lone Star Capital Podcast, Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrouther go...
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Episode 95
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41:28

Fund Friday E78: Building Wealth One Unit at a Time Igor Shaltanov
In this episode of Fund Friday, Craig McGrouther interviews Igor Shaltanov, founder of Avista Fund, who shares his unique journey from Russia to the United States and his evolution into real estate investing. Igor discusses his early experience...
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40:33

E94: The Power of Procurement with Todd Beardsley
In this episode of the Lone Star Capital podcast, Todd Beardsley joins us to dive into the importance of procurement, networking, and strategic purchasing. We discuss how adopting the right mindset for effective procurement can make a significa...
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Episode 94
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40:25

Fund Friday E77: Why Multifamily Beats Flipping Homes with Chris Davis
In this episode, Chris Davis, founder of Davis Capital Partners, shares his journey from the mortgage industry to multifamily real estate investing. He discusses the evolution of the mortgage industry, the impact of the Great Recession, and the...
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36:38

Founder's Insights E30: Building a Legacy Portfolio One Asset at a Time
Thank you to everyone who joined us at LSC Summit West! It was great to have you there, and we truly appreciate the time you spent with us.In this video, I share Lone Star Capital’s long-term vision. I know long-term planning can feel a...
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9:09

E93: The Power of Syndicated 1031 Exchanges
In this episode of the Lone Star Capital podcast, hosts Rob Beardsley and Craig McGrother discuss the intricacies of 1031 exchanges with Dasha Beardsley, author of Maximizing Wealth through Synidcated 1031 Exchanges. We explore the benefits of ...
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Episode 93
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34:56

Fund Friday E76: Scaling with Hustle in Real Estate with Gerrit Van Maanen
In this episode, Craig McGrouther interviews Gerrit Van Maanen, co-founder of Playground and a key figure in the self-storage industry. He discusses the importance of retail capital in real estate, the challenges and opportunities in self-stora...
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54:43

Founder's Insights E29: Maximizing Wealth with 1031 Exchanges with Dasha Beardsley
We’re excited to officially launch Maximizing Wealth Through Syndicated 1031 Exchanges, the new book authored by Dasha Beardsley! At Lone Star Capital, 1031 exchanges are a significant part of our business. To date, we have fac...
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2:40

E92: What Really Matters in Today’s Market with Brad Oliver
In this episode, Brad Oliver, Director of Acquisitions, joins us to discuss the current state of the real estate market, highlighting both challenges and opportunities in key markets like Houston and DFW. We dive into the concept of scarcity pr...
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Episode 92
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46:21

Fund Friday E75: From Institutional Underwriter to Real Estate Investor with Suja Shyam
In this episode, Craig McGrouther interviews Suja Shyam, founder of Luxe Capital. Suja discusses her transformative 18-month travel experience, the importance of valuing time and freedom, and her transition from institutional finance to private...
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45:59

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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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
