The Insider's Edge To Real Estate Investing James Nelson

You will learn about strategies you can use to be successful in real estate, including having the
right mindset, being optimistic, and continually learning. I also share my story of how I got into
the real estate business and the incredible mentors who taught me valuable lessons during the
early years of my career.

You’ll hear about managing your day and I share some of the routines I follow to make the most
of my time. I also give an overview of this new series on selling high, which can help you reap
the rewards of your real estate investment.
 
Connect with me at:
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My Forbes.com articles: Forbes.com/sites/jamesnelson

You will learn about city development and leading teams in this conversation with Paula Carethers, director of real estate for the Archdiocese of New York. Paula is responsible for strategy and oversight of properties for its nearly 300 parishes. She has held leadership roles in large-scale projects including the master planning for Ford Motor Company’s restoration of Michigan Central Station in in Detroit and approvals for redevelopment of the historic Domino Sugar property in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
 
You’ll hear about the advantages of networking with alumni and hometown connections, and how that can help you grow and learn in your career. Paula talks about shifting from government to private and nonprofit organizations, and the importance of understanding culture and tapping into everyone’s talents.
 
You can connect with Paula at LinkedIn.
And I’m always happy to connect with listeners—you can find me online at:
 
My website: JamesNelson.com
LinkedIn: JamesNelsonNYC
Instagram: JamesNelsonNYC
Twitter: JamesNelsonNYC
My Forbes.com articles: Forbes.com/sites/jamesnelson
 

 
 
You will learn how to pursue development opportunities in this episode with Victor Sigoura, CEO and founder of Legion Investment Group, a real estate developer, owner, and operator focused on acquiring and executing developments in strategic and highly sought-after locations to create value for its investors. Victor has been responsible for directing and overseeing new developments worth over $7 billion across multiple sectors of the real estate industry.
 
You’ll hear about the value of establishing relationships and being honest throughout the lifecycle of a deal. Victor shares his focus on integrity to build trust and attract investors when he has a development opportunity.    
 
You can connect with Victor at LinkedIn, his website Legion Investment Group.
And I’m always happy to connect with listeners—you can find me online at:
And I’m always happy to connect with listeners—you can find me online at:
My website: JamesNelson.com
LinkedIn: JamesNelsonNYC
Instagram: JamesNelsonNYC
Twitter: JamesNelsonNYC
My Forbes.com articles: Forbes.com/sites/jamesnelson

You will learn how to focus on an asset class and be a great operator in this conversation with Chris Powers, founder and executive chairman of Fort Capital, a vertical real estate firm which has invested over $2.1 billion in Class B industrial, commercial, multifamily, student housing, and land development projects throughout the state of Texas and the Sunbelt. Since 2016, the company has focused on Class B Industrial full-time, and that is where the firm dedicates the majority of its resources.
 
You’ll learn about AI and how it can be used to support real estate firms, along with tips on building culture and raising capital. Chris shares insights regularly as host of The Fort, an entrepreneurship podcast.  
 
You can connect with Chris at LinkedIn, his website Fort Capital, and podcast The Fort.
And I’m always happy to connect with listeners—you can find me online at:
My website: JamesNelson.com
LinkedIn: JamesNelsonNYC
Instagram: JamesNelsonNYC
Twitter: JamesNelsonNYCMy
Real Estate Weekly articles: REW-online.com/author/jamesnelson
My Forbes.com articles: Forbes.com/sites/jamesnelson

You will learn how to consider the impact of a development project in this conversation with Ashley Stiles, CEO and founder of Tribe Development, a comprehensive real estate consulting and development firm which aims to develop better spaces and experiences for everyone. Ashley brings more than 15 years of experience in commercial real estate along Colorado’s Front Range. During her career, she has developed more than $1 billion in assets.
 
You’ll hear how Ashley gathers input from the community when developing a new project. Her signature approach for development includes a focus on function and design, along with considerations for the people who will use the finished result. She also speaks of forming partnerships and setting the terms at the beginning of a deal to allow for future changes.
 
You can connect with Ashley at Instagram and her website Tribe.
And I’m always happy to connect with listeners—you can find me online at:
My website: JamesNelson.com
LinkedIn: JamesNelsonNYC
Instagram: JamesNelsonNYC
Twitter: JamesNelsonNYCMy
Real Estate Weekly articles: REW-online.com/author/jamesnelson
My Forbes.com articles: Forbes.com/sites/jamesnelson

In. this episode, You will learn about building spaces with amenities to exceed expectations in this conversation with Ezra Stark, CEO of Stark Enterprises, a full-service real estate development company.
 
Stark Enterprises has a footprint of 9 million square feet of Class A properties in more than seven states with a value of over $2 billion. The company’s portfolio contains more than 50 properties in retail, office, apartment, hotel, and student housing segments.
You’ll hear about strategies to operate and sustain a family business as well. Ezra oversees the
company his father started, and he discusses ways to draw boundaries, gain experience, and
operate with an eye for the future.


You can connect with Ezra at LinkedIn and his website Stark Enterprises.
And I’m always happy to connect with listeners—you can find me online at:
 
My website: JamesNelson.com
LinkedIn: JamesNelsonNYC
Instagram: JamesNelsonNYC
Twitter: JamesNelsonNYCMy
Real Estate Weekly articles: REW-online.com/author/jamesnelson
My Forbes.com articles: Forbes.com/sites/jamesnelson