No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian
Multifamily Commercial Real Estate in Los Angeles has never been more complex—or more full of opportunity. Hosted by Taylor Avakian, one of LA's most top commercial real estate brokers, No Vacancy is the top podcast for Southern California apartment owners, investors, and industry professionals looking to gain valuable insights on navigating LA’s competitive multifamily market. Each episode dives deep into strategies for overcoming regulatory challenges, tracking market trends, and building long-term wealth. Taylor interviews LA's top multifamily owners, investors, and visionaries providing listeners with actionable tips for success in Los Angeles commercial real estate.
Episodes
I Found A Way To Fix Housing, The City Tried To Stop Me | Dave Rand | No Vacancy Podcast
Land use attorney Dave Rand on California housing law, builder’s remedy, CEQA, Measure ULA, and why Los Angeles keeps making new housing harder even as the state rewrites the rules. Taylor Avakian sits down with Dave Rand of Rand Paster & Nelson LLP, a land-use attorney who has helped entitle thousands of market-rate and affordable units across Southern California.They talk through the reality
He Built A Real Estate Empire From Nothing (Here’s How) | John Ward (Turnstone Capital)
*John Ward of Turnstone Capital joins Taylor Avakian on the No Vacancy podcast for a deep conversation on decades in multifamily real estate, from early loan officer days to building and managing apartment portfolios across California, Arizona, Texas, and Colorado.*John shares how he got started in the late 1970s, moved from FHA lending into flipping and converting small multifamily properties, na
This 26-Year Old Is Building $300M of Affordable Housing (Here’s How)
*26-year-old Shant Samuelian is building $300M+ in large-family affordable housing projects across Los Angeles through Samuelian Group.*In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with the founder and CEO of Samuelian Group to unpack how a USC real estate development graduate moved from market-rate multifamily into LIHTC-driven affordable housing, why he focuses on 2- and 3-bedroom fam
How He Became The #1 Multifamily Developer In LA
Sean Burton, co-founder and CEO of Cityview, joins Taylor Avakian on the No Vacancy podcast for a deep conversation on scaling a vertically integrated multifamily firm, navigating cycles from the Great Financial Crisis through COVID, and the realities of investing and developing housing across the Western U.S. and beyond.They cover Cityview’s origins in 2003 with a focus on infill housing, the dec
From a 4-Plex to Buying 11,000 Units (Here’s How)
*Keith Wasserman of Gelt Venture Partners shares how he scaled from a single fourplex in Bakersfield to thousands of multifamily units and billions in real estate assets through syndication, disciplined operations, and long-term investor focus.*Sponsor - Loan TitanUpscale your experience withhttps://loantitan.com/Sponsor - AI for CRE CollectiveAI for CRE Community: https://www.skool.com/ai-for-cre
He Found A Solution To LA’s Real Estate Crisis
Martin Muoto, founder of SoLa Impact and Model/Z, joins Taylor Avakian on No Vacancy for a wide-ranging conversation on affordable and workforce housing in California. They cover the realities of building in Los Angeles, the shift from acquisition-rehab to ground-up development, and how modular construction is being used to change cost and timeline math in one of the toughest markets in the countr
Why LA Is Getting Worse (And They Won’t Fix It) with Landlord Lawyer - Niv Davidovich
*Niv V. Davidovich, LA's go-to eviction attorney with 10,000+ cases, reveals why being a landlord in Los Angeles has become one of the toughest real estate plays in America.*From 6-month eviction timelines and emotional distress lawsuits to aggressive tenant screening and the realities of funded legal aid, this is the raw, unfiltered truth about the current rental market and what property owne
The Most Controversial Man in Real Estate: Grant Cardone
*Grant Cardone sits down with Taylor Avakian on No Vacancy for a raw conversation on building massive multifamily wealth, raising capital on his own terms, and why he's betting big on Bitcoin alongside real estate.*In this full episode, Grant breaks down his journey from car salesman to running one of the largest private multifamily portfolios in the U.S., the lessons that shaped his approach to d
The Winning CRE Strategy He Built Over 5 Decades | Larry Taylor
*Taylor Avakian sits down with legendary West Side Los Angeles real estate syndicator Larry Taylor.* With more than 50 years focused exclusively on LA’s most desirable submarkets, Larry shares perspective on current pricing and opportunities, the unique advantages of the West Side, and principles refined across every interest rate and economic cycle.From the lasting appeal of prime locations like
Is this tech Billionaire the next Mayor Of Los Angeles? | Adam Miller
*Adam Miller for LA Mayor: Tech Billionaire on Fixing LA's Housing Crisis, Homelessness & Government Inefficiency | No Vacancy Podcast*Taylor Avakian sits down with Adam Miller — founder and former CEO of Cornerstone OnDemand (sold for $5.2 billion) — who is running for Mayor of Los Angeles. In this wide-ranging conversation, Miller breaks down his bold plan to transform the city through o
Lost Millions in His 20s, Now One of LA’s Biggest Landlords (Here’s How) | Richard Mehta
*No Vacancy Podcast: Richard Mehta (Xenon Investments) on Building a 3,300 Unit Empire in Los Angeles*Taylor Avakian sits down with Richard Mehta, co-founder of Xenon Investments. Richard has built one of the most impressive multifamily portfolios in LA with roughly 3,300 apartment units, mostly on the Westside, Mid-Wilshire, Koreatown, and parts of the San Fernando Valley.In this episode, he open
She runs Section 8 Housing in Los Angeles. Can she save LA? Lourdes Castro Ramirez (HACLA)
Lourdes Castro Ramirez, President and CEO of HACLA (Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles), joins Taylor Avakian on the No Vacancy Podcast for an in-depth conversation on the affordable housing crisis, Section 8 vouchers, public housing, and strategies to address homelessness in Los Angeles.In this episode, Lourdes breaks down how HACLA serves over 200,000 Angelenos, the realities of rental
How He Builds Homes Without Investing A Dollar
Bob Buente, President & CEO of 1010 Development Corporation, joins Taylor Avakian on the No Vacancy Podcast for a deep dive into the real world of affordable housing development in Los Angeles. With over 30 years of experience as a faith-based nonprofit developer managing 400+ units, Bob reveals the "black arts" of financing affordable housing — from 9% and 4% tax credits, tax-exempt
How He Went From Fired Lawyer To Tech Legend
Randall Kaplan, Co-Founder of Akamai Technologies, shares his extraordinary journey from failed lawyer to building a $35 billion unicorn company in this powerful No Vacancy Podcast interview with commercial real estate broker Taylor Avakian.From writing 300 personalized cold letters to land a dream job with Eli Broad at SunAmerica, to co-founding Akamai during the dot-com era, navigating massive s
How He Built Playa Vista and Silicon Beach
Randy Johnson, the real estate veteran who helped master develop Playa Vista from Howard Hughes land into a thriving 6000 unit neighborhood, joins Taylor Avakian on the No Vacancy podcast. In this in depth conversation, Randy shares the full story behind Playa Vista: navigating 30 lawsuits, coastal commission battles, methane mitigation, massive infrastructure costs, multiple ownership changes, th
$10B CRE Lawyer: The #1 Mistake Investors Make | Alain R’bibo
Alain R'bibo, top commercial real estate transaction attorney, strategic advisor, and Partner at Allen Matkins with over 20 years of experience, joins Taylor Avakian on the No Vacancy Podcast. With billions in deals across acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, joint ventures, and development, Alain shares insider perspectives on navigating complex CRE transactions in Los Angeles, California, an
Banks Don't Want You to Know About This Man
Greg Hebner, Managing Director and majority owner of Arixa Capital (formerly Erickson), joins Taylor Avakian on the No Vacancy Podcast for an in-depth conversation on private real estate lending, scaling a multi-billion dollar platform, and navigating today's CRE market.Sponsor — Citizens BankConnect with a banker athttps://www.citizensbank.com/novacancySponsor – AI for CRE CollectiveAI for CR
How She Manages A 6M Sq Ft Real Estate Portfolio | Nadine Watt (Watt Capital Partners)
Nadine Watt, CEO of Watt Capital Partners, joins Taylor Avakian on the No Vacancy Podcast for an in-depth conversation on LA commercial real estate, the evolution of a multi-generational family dynasty, and the future of Century City offices.Third-generation leader Nadine Watt shares the remarkable history of Watt Capital Partners from her grandfather Ray Watt building homes for post-WWII veterans
His Apartment Buying Strategy Is Genius | Marc Menowitz (ApartmentCorp)
In this full episode of the *No Vacancy Podcast*, host *Taylor Avakian* interviews *Marc Menowitz* (also referred to as Mark in the episode), CEO of *Apartment Corp* — a Los Angeles-based multifamily real estate powerhouse managing over 17,000 apartment units nationwide.Marc, a fourth-generation real estate investor, shares his journey from coder and inventor to building a national portfolio focus
This Accountant Built a 33,000-Unit Empire | Jeff Gleiberman | MG Properties | No Vacancy Podcast
In this episode of the No Vacancy podcast, Taylor Avakian sits down with Jeff Gleiberman, President of MG Properties, to pull back the curtain on one of the most successful multifamily investment firms in the country. Managing over 33,000 units and transacting billions annually, Jeff shares the "secret sauce" behind their 30-year track record, including their hyper-disciplined approach t
How He Built a 30,000-Unit Housing Empire | Jeff Jaeger
The U.S. faces a severe affordable housing shortage, with millions of renters paying more than 30% of income on rent. In this in-depth conversation, Jeffrey Jaeger, co-founder and principal of Standard Communities, shares his journey from brokerage and institutional real estate to building one of the nation's leading affordable housing platforms - managing over 30,000 units across 22+ states a
She Sold $12 Billion Without Cold Calling (Here's How) | Laurie Lustig Bower
In this in-depth conversation, recently retired CBRE Executive Vice President Laurie Lustig-Bower shares decades of insights from one of the most successful multifamily brokerage careers in Los Angeles real estate.With over 36 years at CBRE (formerly Coldwell Banker Commercial), Laurie and her team handled more than $12 billion in multifamily transactions in the last decade alone. She built her bu
This Father-Son Team Built A $1.3 Billion Empire (Here's How) Shawn and Edan Evenhaim
Father-son duo Shawn Evenhaim and Edan Evenhaim are reshaping the Los Angeles skyline through Balaciano Group and the iconic The Q brand. With nearly 3 billion in transactions and multiple Builder of the Year awards, they share how they build, brand, and manage modern multifamily properties in one of the most challenging real estate markets.In this in-depth conversation they cover:- Starting as an
He Went From Del Taco to a $1.5B Empire (Here's How) | Henry Manoucheri
He Went From Del Taco to a $1.5B Empire (Here's How) | Henry ManoucheriHenry Manoucheri, Chairman and CEO of Universe Holdings, sits down for an in-depth conversation on building one of the largest privately held multifamily portfolios in the U.S. From his arrival in America as a teenage immigrant fleeing the Iranian Revolution to scaling a national real estate operation, Henry breaks down the
She Built a 14,000-Unit Empire by 30 (Then Walked Away)
What really separates strong real estate professionals from everyone else when markets tighten and capital gets complicated?In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Vicky Schiff for a wide-ranging conversation on work ethic, conviction, and how serious operators think about risk, relationships, and capital in today’s real estate market. Vicky shares how she built her career by
He's Exposing The Biggest Real Estate Secrets | Hiten Samtani
Uncovering the Hidden Power Structures in Commercial Real Estate with Hiten Samtani (Founder of Ten31 Media)Deep-dive conversation with Hiten Samtani, former Editorial Director at The Real Deal and founder of Ten31 Media, on the unseen forces driving commercial real estate in America's biggest markets.From long-term family dynasties and low-basis empires to cultural niches quietly controlling bill
Why Private Debt Funds Are Printing Money Right Now | Jan Brzeski
Join Taylor Avakian on the No Vacancy Podcast as he sits down with Jan Brzeski, a co-founder of Arixa Capital and a leading expert in private credit and real estate lending in California. In this in-depth episode, Jan shares his journey building a massive commercial real estate debt fund, revealing the inner workings of private credit syndication and how lenders navigate today's shifting inter
The Man That Terrifies California Cities | Leo Pustilnikov
What happens when a developer goes head-to-head with California’s most powerful cities, unions, and politicians?In this episode of The Group CRE, Taylor Avakian sits down with Leo Pustilnikov — one of the most controversial and influential developers in California’s housing landscape. Leo has become a central figure in the statewide housing reform battle, pushing projects forward using tools like
The Future of Real Estate Is AI — How Luke Morris Is Building It
In this episode of The Group CRE, Taylor Avakian sits down with Luke Morris — Co-Founder of CREXi and Founder of Capitalize.io — to break down how AI is transforming commercial real estate from the inside out. Luke shares the early days of CREXi, how he helped reshape CRE workflow at scale, and why he’s now focused on the next evolution of AI-powered tools for brokers, operators, and investors.Fro
His Family Built 10,000 Units Over 70 Years — Here’s Their Playbook | Daniel Nagel
In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Nagel — CIO & CFO of Decron Properties — to unpack how a multigenerational real estate family built a 10,000-unit empire over 70+ years and why they’re now pivoting billions OUT of California into growth markets like Phoenix & Austin.Daniel shares his grandfather’s Holocaust-to-developer story, the philosophy behind surviving every market cycle sinc
They Built 12,000 Multifamily Units from Scratch (Here’s How) | Paul Julian
From small beginnings to billion-dollar portfolios — Paul Julian has seen it all.In this episode of The Group CRE, Taylor Avakian sits down with Paul Julian, a multifamily investor and operator who built success through persistence, partnership, and purpose. Paul shares how he scaled from early real estate deals to managing large multifamily assets, breaking down the strategies, risks, and mindset
How to Actually Make Money in Real Estate (Not What You Think)
Brandon Hance did 180+ real estate deals in Los Angeles in just 7 years. Sounds incredible, right?But here's the truth: he wishes he'd done fewer deals and made MORE money.In this episode, Brandon opens up about his journey from tech startup founder to one of LA's most prolific developers - and why the "hustle harder" mentality almost destroyed him. He shares the brutal lesso
He’s trying to overturn the Mansion Tax and SAVE LA housing (He might do it) | Mott Smith
How do you build affordable housing in a city known for red tape, high costs, and endless delays?In this episode of The Group CRE, Taylor Avakian sits down with Mott Smith, co-founder of Amped Kitchens and the Los Angeles Small Developer Collective, to discuss how smart policy, modular design, and process innovation can transform housing development in California.You’ll learn:- Why LA’s housing an
6,000 Units, $1B in Assets, and the Mindset Behind It | Steve Ludwig
How does someone go from fixing copy machines to owning and operating over 6,000 multifamily units?In this episode of The Group CRE, Taylor Avakian sits down with Steve Ludwig, a multifamily investor who turned humble beginnings into a billion-dollar portfolio. Steve shares his path from blue-collar work into real estate, breaking down the strategies, discipline, and mindset that helped him scale
He Scaled From 4,000 to 15,000 Units in LA (Here’s How)
In this episode of The Group CRE, Taylor Avakian sits down with Chris Gray, President of Moss & Company, which manages over 15,000 multifamily units and 3 million sq. ft. of commercial space. Chris shares how Moss scaled its operations, built a strong company culture, and leveraged technology to tackle today’s toughest challenges — from fraud prevention to AI-driven leasing.You’ll learn:- How
Would You Quit Pro Skating for $350 Million in Real Estate? His Insane Story!
How does a professional skateboarder transition into building a $400M real estate portfolio?In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Mikey Taylor — former pro skater turned entrepreneur, investor, and city councilman. Mikey shares his unique path from skating the streets to leading one of the most successful real estate ventures in Southern California.You’ll learn:- How Mikey r
We Bought 82,000 Houses... One By One (Here’s how)
How do you evolve from small-scale real estate deals to building large, transformative projects?In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Marco Vartanian, a seasoned investor, broker, and developer, who shares his journey of scaling in real estate through timing, persistence, and smart strategy. From his early days flipping single-family homes to his current role in large develo
I Started With $500, Now I Own Half of Compton (Here’s How)
What does it take to grow from flipping cars in college to owning over 5,000 apartments and 2 million square feet of retail?In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian interviews Fred Leeds, a legendary real estate investor and operator. Fred shares his one-of-a-kind journey — from his first duplex purchase to cold-calling strategies, creative financing, and transformative inner-city projects. A
How I Convinced the Government to Make Me $37 Million | Mark Bolour
How do you continue to find winning multifamily deals in one of the toughest markets in recent years?In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian interviews Mark Bolour, a multifamily investor and operator who’s made his mark with smart acquisitions and disciplined asset management. Mark shares how he identifies value-add opportunities, navigates challenging debt environments, and structures deal
This Man controls Affordable Housing in Los Angeles (Are we doomed?)
How do you lead $1.5B+ in real estate development while balancing public policy, community trust, and financial returns?In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian speaks with Geoff Moen, Director of Development at HACLA, the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles. Geoff dives into how HACLA is transforming underutilized public land into vibrant, mixed-income communities — and what it take
He Owns 25 LA Buildings with ZERO Investors (Here’s How)
Can you build a thriving real estate career without a team, a cold-calling center, or flashy marketing?In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Mike Seltzer, a solo powerhouse who’s transacted over 1,000 units and $300M+ in multifamily real estate. Mike shares how he went from printing flyers and answering Craigslist ads to becoming a go-to off-market dealmaker in Los Angeles.Y
Cops, Cannabis & 13,000 Units: Kyle Kazan’s Unfiltered Journey
How does someone go from being a school teacher and police officer to running one of the West Coast’s largest property management firms and the largest cannabis producer in the world?In this episode of No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian, guest Kyle Kazan walks through his remarkable journey. From buying distressed properties in Compton to launching Beachfront Property Management and eventually co-foun
She’s Turning Empty LA Towers into 6,600 Homes (Here’s How) | Jaime Lee of Jamison Realty
What does it take to go from working the parking booth in your family’s business to becoming CEO of one of the largest real estate firms in Los Angeles?In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Jaime Lee, CEO of Jamison Realty, who leads over 6,600 units and 33 buildings, with 2,000 more in development. Jaime breaks down how her immigrant parents went from medicine to office bui
This 72-Year-Old NEVER Sells Real Estate (Here's Why) | Jerry Marcil
How do you build a $100M+ real estate empire starting with a single fourplex in Redondo Beach?In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Jerry Marcil, a 72-year-old real estate mogul with over 4,000 units under management, to break down decades of market cycles, mistakes, and multipliers. Jerry shares lessons from losing everything in the 90s, his blueprint for long-term wealth,
Why I’d Leave L.A. If I Were 30 Again – Jeff Palmer Gets Real
In this episode of No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian, Jeff Palmer, a 40-year veteran of California's multifamily real estate landscape, shares his expert insights on navigating the complexities of the state's evolving real estate market. Discover how historical trends in California's apartment sector, including cycles of rent control and housing regulations, shape current investment opportunities. Je
Nick Huber: Building a $100M Self-Storage Empire with Social Media
Can you go from hauling student storage boxes to wiring $52 million in under a decade?In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with entrepreneur and real estate operator Nick Huber to unpack the mindset and mechanics of his rise. From building self-storage facilities to launching 11 businesses, Nick shares how he leverages systems, social media, and international teams to grow fast
Mastering Beverly Hills Development: Lessons from Three Power Players
How do you assemble hundreds of units in one of the most restrictive markets in the country? In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with developers Alan Nissel, Richie Shamooilian, and Avi Stieglitz, who collectively control over 600 units in the pipeline in Beverly Hills.These three operators break down how they’re:- Navigating entitlement delays and development hurdles- Working
Santa Monica’s Biggest Private Developer | Adrian Berger & Cypress Equity Investments
What does it take to scale in one of the hardest development markets in the country? In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Adrian Berger, Managing Director of Acquisitions at Cypress Equity Investments, who shares how he built his career across four continents and now helps lead ground-up development across Los Angeles.Learn how Adrian and his team are:- Making Santa Monica
"The" LA Mansion Builder | James Corr on Los Angeles Luxury Development
In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with James Corr, founder of Corr Group, who shares the raw, behind-the-scenes reality of building luxury homes in one of the most volatile real estate markets in recent history. From his roots in Irish construction to flipping multi-million-dollar estates in Los Angeles, James breaks down how he's navigating cost pressure, design expectations
The Truth About California’s Housing Crisis – And How Smart Investors Profit with John Drachman
How do you go from leasing broker to co-founding a firm with over $2B in real estate? In this episode of "No Vacancy", Taylor Avakian sits down with John Drachman, co-founder of Waterford Property Company, to break down how he’s leveraging tax-exempt bond financing, institutional partnerships, and entrepreneurial grit to tackle California’s housing crisis.Learn how John:- Went from broke
How to Build a $1B+ Real Estate Debt Brokerage – Inside Zack Streit's Playbook
What does it take to close $460M+ loans and run a high-performing debt advisory firm?In this episode, Zack Streit, founder of Priority Capital, joins Taylor Avakian to break down how he’s built his career—transitioning from the principal side to becoming a full-time debt broker.Learn how Zack:- Went from law school to capital advisory- Closed a $50M hotel conversion deal early in his career- Built
He sold his festival to MTV then built 3,000 apartments | Chris Tourtellotte of La Terra Development
How do the biggest institutional developers navigate real estate cycles and execute billion-dollar projects?Chris Tourtellotte, Managing Director at LaTerra Development, breaks down his approach to mixed-use development, market timing, and working with institutional capital.Learn how Chris:Raised and deployed over $3B in real estate projectsStructures large-scale mixed-use & multifamily develo
From Radio Shack to Gold Billionaire: The Sandi Mann Story
How do you go from selling mattresses to building a massive real estate portfolio and Billion Dollar Gold Empire? In this episode, Sandi Mann shares his unexpected path—starting in sales at 15, learning the hustle in commercial brokerage, and eventually building a diversified real estate and business empire.Learn how he:- Went from broker to investor, scaling a multimillion-dollar portfolio- Built
Why Institutional Investors Are Leaving LA for Business-Friendly Markets | Daniel Mense
How are investors adapting to California’s challenging real estate market?Daniel Mense, managing partner at KH Equities, breaks down how his firm scaled to 1,000 units and $300M in assets, why he’s shifting focus to the Carolinas, and the challenges of navigating rent control, affordability regulations, and market volatility in Los Angeles. Learn how investors are:- Expanding beyond California to
Rebuilding After Disaster: Pacific Palisades Local on Real Estate & LA Wildfires | Joseph Soleiman
How do investors rebuild after disaster and navigate California’s strict regulations? In this episode of No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian, Joseph Soleiman—professor, attorney, and real estate investor—shares his firsthand experience of losing his community to wildfires and the challenges of rebuilding in today’s market.Learn how investors are:- Navigating California’s strict housing policies- Adapti
Housing Crises & Market Cycles: A Deep Dive with Nick Halaris
In this episode of No Vacancy, host Taylor Avakian sits down with real estate investor and thought leader Nick Halaris to discuss the shifting landscape of real estate. From LA’s housing crisis to the impact of inflation, political uncertainty, and rising insurance costs, Nick shares his expert insights on where the market is headed. He also dives into long-term investment strategies, urban develo
LA Real Estate is 'Waiting to Explode' - Head of Acquisitions Explains Why
How are institutional investors navigating the Los Angeles apartment market in 2024? In this episode of No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian, Trion Properties' ($1.5B AUM) heads of acquisitions, Farhan Mahmood and David Moghavem break down their strategy for finding value in today's high interest rate environment.Learn how institutional investors are:- Finding 6-cap deals in Los Angeles- Comparing LA vs
LA Apartment Developer Explains Why Building Restrictions Make Properties More Valuable | Real Estate Investing
Los Angeles Real Estate Development Guide: Expert Insights from 100+ Property Developer
Discover why Los Angeles apartment development is uniquely challenging and profitable in 2024. Ari Kahan, a veteran Los Angeles real estate developer with California Landmark Group, shares insider knowledge about building and investing in LA apartment buildings.
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MIT Dropout to Real Estate Mogul: Zihao Wang's Remarkable Journey
In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with 20-year-old real estate prodigy Zihao Wang, who left MIT to build a $500 million multifamily portfolio. From navigating family influence and international supply chains to attracting Japanese investors, Zihao shares his insights into the bold decisions that set him apart in Southern California and beyond.
The conversation dives into th
How to Sell Your Apartment Building
Taylor Avakian takes the mic solo in this episode of No Vacancy to break down his proven process for selling multifamily properties in Los Angeles. From preparing apartment buildings to attract the right buyers to leveraging cutting-edge tools like AI and CRM systems, Taylor reveals the strategies that help properties sell faster and at top dollar – insights every apartment owner should know to ma
LA Housing Crisis: Inside Look from Former HACLA Commissioner
Dan Tenenbaum, veteran real estate investor and former commissioner for the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA) discusses the complexities of affordable housing and real estate development in Los Angeles with Taylor Avakian. In this episode, we uncover the challenges facing apartment owners, developers, and real estate investors in navigating LA’s housing market.
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How I Turned Student Loans Into a Real Estate Fortune – Mark Weinstein Story!
Navigating Real Estate with Mark Weinstein: From Law School to a $1.5 Billion Portfolio
In this episode of No Vacancy, host Taylor Avakian chats with Mark Weinstein of MJW Investments, who has been in the real estate business for over 40 years. The discussion covers Mark's journey from a law student with no real estate knowledge to managing a $1.5 billion portfolio, comprising apartment buildings
The Future of LA Real Estate with Sandy Albert
Discover the incredible journey of Sandy Albert, a filmmaker-turned-commercial real estate developer, as he joins Taylor Avakian in this insightful podcast episode. Sandy shares how his upbringing in Los Angeles, love for urban environments, and parallels between filmmaking and real estate inspired his pivot into development. Learn about CityPads’ innovative projects in Los Angeles and Chicago, th
Q&A; 1000 Subscriber Special: CRE Broker Daily Schedule, Making $1M, How I plan to be the #1 Agent in CA
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From Music Moguls to Real Estate Wins: Terry Heller’s Blueprint for Wealth Creation
From the glitz of the music industry to the grit of real estate investing, Terry Heller’s story is one of resilience, vision, and unexpected opportunity. In this episode of No Vacancy, we explore how Terry transitioned from working with music legends like Eazy E, Dr. Dre, and Will.i.am to becoming a successful real estate investor in Los Angeles—one of the toughest markets in the world.
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The Truth About LA's Housing Crisis: A Developer’s Perspective with Paul Schon
There aren’t enough apartments in Los Angeles. It’s simple economics, the fewer apartments available, the more expensive they’ll be. Skyrocketing construction costs, climbing interest rates, and zoning nightmares have made LA one of the most difficult markets in the world for real estate development and make the housing crisis worse. In this episode of No Vacancy, we talk to Paul Schon of Schon
Selling Too Soon Could Cost You Millions (Hold Your Properties for Massive Gains) | Kyle Ransford
Los Angeles Multifamily Real Estate Strategies: Building Wealth with Apartments and Commercial Investments. In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Kyle Ransford, CEO of Cardinal Investments, to discuss the ins and outs of apartment syndication, tax advantages, and commercial real estate deal structuring. As a seasoned expert in Los Angeles housing and multifamily investment
Billion-Dollar Portfolio: Los Angeles Real Estate Syndication Secrets
Welcome to another episode of No Vacancy, where we uncover powerful insights from Southern California’s multifamily market. In this episode, Taylor Avakian talks with Kamyar Shabani, co-founder of Optimus Properties, who brings over a billion in assets under management and unmatched expertise in the LA market. From pricing properties, handling high-stakes investments, and navigating complex market
$3 Billion Dollar Advice from a Real Estate Pro: James D'Argenio of Bascom
In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with multifamily investor James D’Argenio, head of acquasitions at the Bascom Group, who shares insights from 15 years in commercial real estate. They dive into the psychology of deal pricing, avoiding catastrophic losses, and the strategic thinking that saved James’s business when he walked away from a $10 million deal. Packed with actionabl
LA’s Multifamily Market Exposed: Bo Drake on Wild Deals, Nightmare Tenants & Big Wins
In this episode of No Vacancy, host Taylor Avakian sits down with Bo Drake, principal at Drake Real Estate Group and a seasoned LA investor. Bo takes us through his journey from brokerage to owning and managing multifamily properties, sharing the lessons he's learned and the strategies he uses to build lasting success in LA's competitive apartment market. Bo reveals why real estate is a long gam
DONE with Los Angeles Real Estate: Hollywood Writer Turned Real Estate Leader Eddie Ring
In this episode of No Vacancy, host Taylor Avakian sits down with Eddie Ring, founder and CEO of New Standard Equities, to dig deep into the strategies shaping the Los Angeles multifamily market. With over 25 years of real estate experience, Eddie shares his unique insights on why he’s stepping back from LA investments, the key trends impacting apartment ownership, and what investors should be pay
From Cold Calls to Millions: Los Angeles Real Estate Success with Morgan McMullin
In this episode of No Vacancy, host Taylor Avakian speaks with Morgan McMullin, a leading LA broker and investor, who shares how he went from relentless cold-calling to buying multi-million dollar deals, himself. Morgan dives deep into the strategies he uses to identify valuable investment opportunities, the challenges he’s overcome in LA’s competitive market, and why he's looking to grow his pe
The Dark Side of LA Real Estate: $100M Apartment Investor on Risk, Rent Freezes & Losing Faith in LA
LA real estate is changing fast, and in this episode of No Vacancy, multifamily expert Moses Kagan reveals how to navigate the evolving landscape of commercial real estate in Los Angeles, California. As the pandemic reshaped the market—bringing the eviction moratorium and no rent increases during hyperinflation—the rules for investing in LA’s apartment buildings have completely shifted. Learn why
Are Los Angeles Apartments Dead? Is Rent Control the Real Issue? No Vacancy Ep. 2 Fred Gortner
Is Los Angeles still a good real estate investment strategy? In this episode of No Vacancy, Fred Gortner shares how Paladin Realty has managed to generate over $8 billion in real estate deals, including $1 billion in added value to Southern California's multifamily market. They break down how to achieve significant returns in Southern California’s highly competitive real estate landscape. Learn ke
Mastering Real Estate in 2024: LA & NYC Trends You Can't Ignore
In this episode, Taylor Avakian and Mark Silver dive deep into the multifamily real estate market, sharing their journey from NYC to Los Angeles. Learn how they turned obstacles into opportunities, navigating through regulations, rising expenses, and shifting market dynamics. Whether you're new to real estate or a seasoned investor, this conversation reveals insider strategies on capitalizing in t
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LA's #1 Commercial Real Estate Podcast. Join Taylor Avakian and the top Los Angeles apartment owners, investors, and visionaries as they discuss the ever-changing SoCal real estate landscape. Get actionable insights you can implement today to thrive. Subscribe to No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian and start making smarter investment moves with The Group CRE. Never miss an episode! Subscribe on you
