Commercial Real Estate 101 Podcast

Raphael Collazo
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The purpose of this podcast is to be the go-to resource for people who are interested in learning about the many facets of commercial real estate. Whether you're a business owner, investor, or just someone who's curious about the subject, you'll gain value from these episodes!

  1. 2D AGO

    How To Succeed in Multifamily Redevelopment with Zach Molzer

    ▶️ Visit to know more: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ Welcome, and for all your questions, Raphael is here to help you with Understanding the How To Succeed in Multifamily Redevelopment with Zach Molzer.If you are interested in learning about the many facets of commercial real estate, whether you're a business owner, investor, or just someone who's curious about the subject, you'll gain value from being a part of the group! In this meeting, Zach Molzer, Principal & Founder of Molzer Development, discussed his background and how he got into the business. He will also share insights on how he's been able to execute on large-scale multifamily redevelopment projects and ways others can pursue similar projects in their market.After the talk, we opened up the floor for Q&A. So, watch the full video until the end to learn about his story.▶️ If you're interested in learning more about Zach, click the following links: ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zachmolzer/▶ Website: https://molzerdevelopment.com/▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachmolzer/?hl=enIf you like the video, please SUBSCRIBE and don't forget to press the bell 🔔, 👍like, comment, and share. ----------------------------------- ▶️ Check out my Website: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/---------------------------------- ▶️ For business inquiries: raphael@sumcg.com ▶️ Call/Text me: 502-536-7315---------------------------------- ▶️ FREE REAL ESTATE GUIDES: https://linktr.ee/raphaelcollazocre---------------------------------- ▶️ Follow me on: • Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Commercial-Real-Estate-101/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recollaz/• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raphaelcrelouisville• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcollazo/----------------------------------- #CommercialRealEstate #RaphaelCollazo #retail #luxuryrealestate #realestate #commercialrealestatelouisville #commercialrealestatelouisvilleky #CRELessons #CRE #brokerage

    37 min

  2. FEB 12

    Adaptive Reuse Project - 706 E Broadway

    In this episode of CRE 101, we take you inside an adaptive reuse project we’re actively pursuing at 706 E Broadway in Louisville. My business partner, Fred Newman, and I break down how the deal came together, from sourcing the opportunity and working through due diligence, to structuring the financing and lining up a tenant for half of the first floor. With plans to begin construction soon, this episode offers a real-world look at what it takes to move a development from concept to execution.We walk through the challenges, the decision-making process, and the strategies behind repositioning an existing building into a productive, income-generating asset, without the fluff and without the theory.🎙 Topics covered in this episode:• How we found and evaluated the 706 E Broadway opportunity• The due diligence process and key risks we underwrote• How the financing was structured• How we secured a tenant for ½ of the first floor• What’s next as we move into the construction phaseIf you’re a commercial real estate investor, broker, or developer, or just want a transparent look at how deals actually get done, this episode is packed with practical, real-world insight.🔗 Connect with Raphael Collazo • Website: https://raphaelcollazo.com/ — Explore his commercial real estate services, listings, podcast content, and CRE resources. • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcollazo — Follow Raphael for market insights, deal discussions, and industry commentary.

    46 min

  3. FEB 5

    CRE Development Discussion - Louisville - Kristi & Raphael

    In this episode of CRE 101, Raphael Collazo and his friend, local real estate developer and podcast co-host Kristi Kandel, dive into the commercial real estate development projects they’re actively pursuing, from Louisville’s evolving retail landscape to Kristi’s large-scale development work in Florida. It was an engaging and inspiring conversation between two passionate builders who believe in creating value, empowering local communities, and demystifying development. You won’t want to miss this! 🔗 Connect with Raphael Collazo • Website: https://raphaelcollazo.com/ Explore his commercial real estate services, listings, podcast content, and CRE resources. • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcollazo Follow Raphael for market insights, deal discussions, and industry commentary. 🔗 Connect with Kristi Kandel • Website: https://kristikandel.com/ Learn more about Kristi’s development work, consulting, and the systems she uses to streamline complex projects. • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristi-kandel-4b650a12 Follow Kristi for development strategies, community-building insights, and CRE education. 🎙 Topics covered in this episode: • Several development projects Raphael is working on • Kristi’s vision and flagship project, Elevate, in Florida • How local development can reshape communities • Practical insights for CRE investors, brokers, and developers • Business goals for 2026 and beyond If you’re in commercial real estate, real estate investing, or just curious about how development works in the real world, this episode is packed with value. ➡️ Subscribe for more: actionable CRE insights, expert interviews, and local development strategy content from CRE 101.

    52 min

  4. JAN 30

    Growing LinkedIn Reach For CRE Success

    ▶️ Visit to know more: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ Welcome, and for all your questions, Raphael is here to help you with Growing LinkedIn Reach For CRE Success with Gabe Einhorn. If you are interested in learning about the many facets of commercial real estate, whether you're a business owner, investor, or just someone who's curious about the subject, you'll gain value from being a part of the group! In this meeting, Gabe Einhorn, Co-Founder and CEO @ VryfID, talked about his background and how he got started in business. Along with that, he shared insights about how he's been able to grow his LinkedIn reach to generate business opportunities in the CRE industry. After the talk, we opened up the floor for Q&A. So, watch the full video until the end to learn about his story. ▶️ If you're interested in learning more about Gabe, click the following links: ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabe-einhorn-55b74822b/ ▶ Website: https://gabesstartupjourney.beehiiv.com/subscribeIf you like the video, please SUBSCRIBE and don't forget to press the bell 🔔, 👍like, comment, and share. ----------------------------------- ▶️ Check out my Website: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ ---------------------------------- ▶️ For business inquiries: raphael@sumcg.com ▶️ Call/Text me: 502-536-7315 ---------------------------------- ▶️ FREE REAL ESTATE GUIDES: https://linktr.ee/raphaelcollazocre ---------------------------------- ▶️ Follow me on: • Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Commercial-Real-Estate-101/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recollaz/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raphaelcrelouisville • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcollazo/ ----------------------------------- #CommercialRealEstate #RaphaelCollazo #retail #luxuryrealestate #realestate #commercialrealestatelouisville #commercialrealestatelouisvilleky #CRELessons #CRE #brokerage

    34 min

  5. JAN 23

    Retail Real Estate in 2026 & Beyond

    ▶️ Visit to know more: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ Welcome, and for all your questions, Raphael is here to help you with Retail Real Estate in 2026 & Beyond with Kevin Moss.If you are interested in learning about the many facets of commercial real estate, whether you're a business owner, investor, or just someone who's curious about the subject, you'll gain value from being a part of the group! In this meeting, Kevin Moss, Senior Vice President - CBRE Retail Services, talked about his background and how he got started in business.Along with that, he shared insights how retail real estate will evolve in 2026 and beyond.After the talk, we opened up the floor for Q&A. So, watch the full video until the end to learn about his story.▶️ If you're interested in learning more about Kevin, click the following links: ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinmoss24/▶ Twitter: https://x.com/KevinMoss216▶ Email: kevin.moss@cbre.comIf you like the video, please SUBSCRIBE and don't forget to press the bell 🔔, 👍like, comment, and share. ----------------------------------- ▶️ Check out my Website: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/---------------------------------- ▶️ For business inquiries: raphael@sumcg.com ▶️ Call/Text me: 502-536-7315---------------------------------- ▶️ FREE REAL ESTATE GUIDES: https://linktr.ee/raphaelcollazocre---------------------------------- ▶️ Follow me on: • Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Commercial-Real-Estate-101/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recollaz/• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raphaelcrelouisville• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcollazo/----------------------------------- #CommercialRealEstate #RaphaelCollazo #retail #luxuryrealestate #realestate #commercialrealestatelouisville #commercialrealestatelouisvilleky #CRELessons #CRE #brokerage

    59 min

  6. 12/26/2025

    How to Win in CRE Brokerage (2026 & Beyond)

    ▶️ Visit to know more: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ Welcome, and for all your questions, Raphael is here to help you with Understanding the How to Win in CRE Brokerage (2026 & Beyond) with Allen Buchanan.If you are interested in learning about the many facets of commercial real estate, whether you're a business owner, investor, or just someone who's curious about the subject, you'll gain value from being a part of the group! In this meeting, Allen Buchanan, Principal at Lee & Associates, talked about his background and how he got started in business.Along with that, he shared the lessons he's learned over his 40+ year CRE brokerage career and explained how you can leverage these insights to win in 2026 and beyond.After the talk, we opened up the floor for Q&A. So, watch the full video until the end to learn about his story.▶️ If you're interested in learning more about Stephen, click the following links: ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenbuchanan/▶ Book: https://www.amazon.com/SEQUENCE-Personal-Framework-Commercial-Brokerage/dp/B0FJHT38VM▶ Email: abuchanan@lee-associates.comIf you like the video, please SUBSCRIBE and don't forget to press the bell 🔔, 👍like, comment, and share. ----------------------------------- ▶️ Check out my Website: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/---------------------------------- ▶️ For business inquiries: raphael@sumcg.com ▶️ Call/Text me: 502-536-7315---------------------------------- ▶️ FREE REAL ESTATE GUIDES: https://linktr.ee/raphaelcollazocre---------------------------------- ▶️ Follow me on: • Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Commercial-Real-Estate-101/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recollaz/• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raphaelcrelouisville• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcollazo/----------------------------------- #CommercialRealEstate #RaphaelCollazo #retail #luxuryrealestate #realestate #commercialrealestatelouisville #commercialrealestatelouisvilleky #CRELessons #CRE #brokerage

    58 min

  7. 09/26/2025

    Brokerage Update - Summit Commercial Group

    ▶️ Visit to know more: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ Welcome, and for all your questions, Raphael is here to help you with a Brokerage Update - Summit Commercial Group with Will Bockoven.If you are interested in learning about the many facets of commercial real estate, whether you're a business owner, investor, or just someone who's curious about the subject, you'll gain value from being a part of the group! In this meeting, Will Bockoven and Raphael Collazo share updates regarding their brokerage, Summit Commercial Group. If you like the video, please SUBSCRIBE and don't forget to press the bell 🔔, 👍like, comment, and share. ----------------------------------- ▶️ Check out my Website: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/---------------------------------- ▶️ For business inquiries: raphael@sumcg.com ▶️ Call/Text me: 502-536-7315---------------------------------- ▶️ FREE REAL ESTATE GUIDES: https://linktr.ee/raphaelcollazocre---------------------------------- ▶️ Follow me on: • Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Commercial-Real-Estate-101/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recollaz/• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raphaelcrelouisville• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcollazo/----------------------------------- #CommercialRealEstate #RaphaelCollazo #retail #luxuryrealestate #realestate #commercialrealestatelouisville #commercialrealestatelouisvilleky #CRELessons #CRE #brokerage

    28 min

  8. 08/29/2025

    Understanding the Big Beautiful Bill For Commercial Real Estate with Stephen Lukinovich

    ▶️ Visit to know more: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ Welcome, and for all your questions, Raphael is here to help you with Understanding the Big Beautiful Bill for Commercial Real Estate with Stephen Lukinovich.If you are interested in learning about the many facets of commercial real estate, whether you're a business owner, investor, or just someone who's curious about the subject, you'll gain value from being a part of the group! In this meeting, Stephen Lukinovich, Tax Partner at Cherry Bekaert, talked about his background and how he got started in business.Along with that, he shared insights on the new/updated provisions of the big beautiful bill and how it will impact the CRE industry.After the talk, we opened up the floor for Q&A. So, watch the full video until the end to learn about his story.▶️ If you're interested in learning more about Stephen, click the following links: ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-lukinovich/▶ Website: https://www.cbh.com/professional/stephen-lukinovich/▶ Email: stephen.lukinovich@cbh.comIf you like the video, please SUBSCRIBE and don't forget to press the bell 🔔, 👍like, comment, and share. ----------------------------------- ▶️ Check out my Website: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/---------------------------------- ▶️ For business inquiries: raphael@sumcg.com ▶️ Call/Text me: 502-536-7315---------------------------------- ▶️ FREE REAL ESTATE GUIDES: https://linktr.ee/raphaelcollazocre---------------------------------- ▶️ Follow me on: • Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Commercial-Real-Estate-101/• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recollaz/• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raphaelcrelouisville• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raphaelcollazo/----------------------------------- #CommercialRealEstate #RaphaelCollazo #retail #luxuryrealestate #realestate #commercialrealestatelouisville #commercialrealestatelouisvilleky #CRELessons #CRE #brokerage

    56 min
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