Commercial Real Estate 101 Podcast

Raphael Collazo
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The Commercial Real Estate 101 Podcast is the go-to show for CRE brokers, investors, and developers who want to close bigger deals and build long-term wealth through commercial real estate. Hosted by Raphael Collazo, a CRE broker, investor, and developer in Louisville, KY, each episode features expert interviews, real deal breakdowns, and actionable strategies across retail, multifamily, industrial, and office real estate. New episodes every week. Subscribe and leave a review if you find value!

  1. 6H AGO

    AI for CRE: Ways to Close More Deals Using Artificial Intelligence

    AI isn't coming for your CRE business; it's already here. In this episode, we break down the specific AI tools and workflows that brokers, investors, and developers are using right now to analyze deals faster, generate leads, and win more listings.📰 As seen in: Commercial Property Executive — "CRE Brokers Lean Into AI"https://www.commercialsearch.com/news/cre-brokers-lean-into-ai/📌 About Your Host — Raphael Collazo, CCIM:Raphael is a commercial real estate broker, investor, and developer based in Louisville, KY. He is President & Co-Founder of Summit Commercial Group, a CCIM designee, and author of 3 CRE books. He has been featured in Commercial Property Executive for his innovative use of AI in commercial real estate brokerage.🔗 Website: https://raphaelcollazo.com🔗 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/raphaelcollazo📧 raphael@sumcg.com | 📞 502-536-7315🆓 Free CRE Resources: https://linktr.ee/raphaelcollazocre#CommercialRealEstate #AIRealEstate #CREBrokerage #CRE101 #ChatGPT #ArtificialIntelligence #CREInvesting

    58 min

  2. MAR 13

    A Day In The Life of A CRE Developer with Brian Forrest

    ▶️ Visit to know more: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ Welcome, and for all your questions, Raphael is here to help you with HA Day In The Life of A CRE Developer with Brian Forrest.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 episode, Brian Forrest, Owner of FJR Commercial Real Estate, talked about his background and how he got into real estate. Along with that, he shared how he broke into commercial real estate development and what a day in the life of a developer looks like.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 Brian, click the following links: ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-forrest-1a470a389/▶ Website: https://fjrcom.com/▶ Email: brian@fjrcom.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

  3. FEB 27

    How To Become a Top Investment Sales Broker with Tyler Bindi

    ▶️ Visit to know more: https://www.raphaelcollazo.com/ Welcome, and for all your questions, Raphael is here to help you with How to Be a Top Investment Sales Broker with Tyler Bindi.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, Tyler Bindi, Senior Director of Investments at Marcus & Millichap, discussed his background and how he got into the business. He also shares what it takes to become a top investment sales broker and the strategies that get you there.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 Tyler, click the following links: ▶ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-bindi/▶ X: https://x.com/TripleNetTyler▶ Email: tyler.bindi@marcusmillichap.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

    51 min

  4. FEB 21

    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

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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
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The Commercial Real Estate 101 Podcast is the go-to show for CRE brokers, investors, and developers who want to close bigger deals and build long-term wealth through commercial real estate. Hosted by Raphael Collazo, a CRE broker, investor, and developer in Louisville, KY, each episode features expert interviews, real deal breakdowns, and actionable strategies across retail, multifamily, industrial, and office real estate. New episodes every week. Subscribe and leave a review if you find value!

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