We have more than 50 years of combined industry experience in commercial real estate and in this podcast we tackle the most asked questions that we get from realtors, brokers and investors.
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Recent Episodes
1031 Exchanges and Agriculture
Amanda Schmunk, a QI from South Dakota, outlines the nuances with doing a 1031 exchange in vacant or agricultural land.
The Need for Passive Income
Roger Jacobson, a mover and shaker in the Utah real estate world, shares why passive income is a must.
Webinar | 1031 Exchanges Across State Lines
National Accomodator, Nace Cohen, with 1031 Exchange Connection, shares experiences and insights on successfully completing a 1031 exchange across state lines.
Probate! What you need to know
Bill Gross, with EXP Realty, shares with us the world of Probate. Things to do and things not to do.
The California Clawback
Nathan Webb is a QI with American Accomodators out of Agoura Hills, CA. In this episode we get introduced to the California Clawback - the CA tax policy that affect 1031 exchanges that leave the state of CA.
Webinar | Easy as 1 – 2 – 3!
Rachel Ortiz, with Meridian Title, shares insights on completing your next 1031 exchange.
Webinar | Reverse Exchanges
Unleash the power, and predictability of a 1031 REVERSE Exchange.
Webinar | An Advanced Look at 1031 Exchanges
Take a deep dive with Bill Exeter, from Exeter Exchange Services, and learn how to implement advanced techniques to ensure your 1031 exchange is successful.
Webinar | Preparing for a 1031 Exchange
Brandon Burns, President of Investors 1031 Exchange, shares key insights and answers questions on successfully completing a 1031 exchange.
Webinar | Basics for Beginning
Megan Destito, President of Souther California Exchange Services (SCES), shares tips and tricks for using 1031 exchanges in a strategic way to grow and preserve your wealth.
1031 Exchange…..with Seller Financing!
Rachael Ortiz, VP and General Counsel of Meridian Title and Meridian Exchange, explains why 1031 deal with seller financing blow up, and what to do to make them work.
Webinar | Q&A with a QI (Qualified Intermediary)
David Medinets, Cheif Counsel of Madison Commercial Real Estate Services, answers questions from guests and sheds light on must-know 1031 exchange topics for any landlord or real estate professional.
1031 Exchange Trends in 2022
Brandon Burns talks trends from 2022 and what might be coming in 2023.
Senior Living Deep Dive
Shaylee Green, a Montana Broker out of Billings, shares her reasons why you should not overlook the value of what Senior Living Assets can bring to your portfolio.
Webinar Series | 1031 Exchanges – What You Need to Know
Scott Saunders, VP with Asset Preservation Inc, shares info on the you need to know as you work through your 1031 exchange.
The Darling of Investment Real Estate (It’s Industrial)
David Cruz-Palmer, with Corridor Capital Partners, shows us why Industrial Real Estate is fastest, easiest, and most effective way to build wealth.
State of the Market | Matt Edgar & Chris Riedl
Out of Denver, CO, Matt and Chris talk commercial real estate trends coming out the pandemic and share insights on what's happening now. Matt and Chris run the brokerage Community First Commercial.
State of the Market | JR McLaughlin
JR is a real estate broker out of Salt Lake City and helps landlords sell, investors buy, and also reps buyers and sellers.
State of the Market | Matt Sumsion
Matt Sumsion, Utah County Realtor, shares his observations on what is happening today in the real estate market.
State of the Market | Joe Gordon
A broker out of Salt Lake City, Joe Gordon shares stats and insights on what's happening in the residential market.
Supply Chain & Logistics
Jeff Davis, a logistics pro and multifamily investor, gives insights on the delicacy of the supply chain and why things went out of wack. We also talked about the Jos A Banks SNL skit.
Multifamily Playbook
Boston is competitive. Leave it to Lior Rozhansky to take over the in multifamily space is the Cradle of Liberty. Check out his e-Book at https://lrozhansky.ac-page.com/building-lasting-wealth.
Why Commercial Real Estate?
Why Commercial Real Estate? That's a great question. Deren Haung, with derenhuang.com, shares why he moved from investing into SFH to Commercial Real Estate.
Syndications
Tim Fergestad, with Oak Street Assets, talks about syndications and how they can propels your portfolio forward.
Webinar | Everything to Know About 1031 Exchanges
Megan Destito, with SCES, outlines some of the basic elements of a 1031 exchange....and answers live questions from our participants.
Commercial Title
We are joined with week by Joe Powell, with Fidelity National Title Group. Joe outlines what commercial title is and how it can differ from residential title.
Construction Exchanges Explained
Jeff Peterson, President of CPEC 1031, explains the process of doing a build to suit for your 1031 exchange replacement property.
Commercial Real Estate Loans
Tanya Little, Founder and President of Hart Advisors, shares details on what all is needed to qualify for a commercial real estate loan.
Webinar | The Power of an SDIRA
Did you know, there are more options than stocks, bonds, and mutual funds? IRA owners can select alternative investments that are best suited for their future.In this webinar, you can learn how to take back the control & flexibility with your self-directed IRA....
Seller’s Disclosures – It’s About Information
Brian Swan, a Commercial Broker and attorney in Salt Lake City, shares his insights on how Seller's Disclosures have changed over time. Also, we look at two court cases, Shree Ganesh, LLC v. Weston Logan, Inc, and Yazd v. Woodside Homes, that illustrate that relevant...
1031 Exchange Trends
Brandon Burns, with Investors 1031 Exchange, out of San Diego, talks trends from 2021 and shares his outlook on the up coming year.
Training Series | Value-Add with 1031 Exchanges
Megan Destito, owner of Southern California Exchange Services, talks tips to Realtors on using 1031 like-kind exchanges when looking to bring value to current and future landlord clients. Also, follow Megan on Instagram, @sces1031.
Oil & Gas Royalties, Simplified
Wolf Hanschen, with Peregrine, shares a bit of info on investing in Oil and Gas Royalties as an alternative to traditional real estate.
Industrial Real Estate 101
Chad Griffiths, Industrial Real Estate Broker with NAI in Canada talks the benefits of landlording commercial real estate.
Taxes Related to the Sale of Your Investment Property
Returning guest, Bob Langworthy, CPA, shares what taxes are paid at the sale of your investment property....and how to avoid/defer those taxes.
Intro to Student Housing
Zachary Feldman, VP at Aptitude Development, shares insights into the world of developing student housing. Amenities matter!
The Disregarded Entity
Today, Brandan Hughes, with Asset Preservation, Inc., shares how owning investment real estate inside of an entity must be handled while doing a 1031 exchange.
Webinar | Lobbying for 1031 Exchanges
A panel with host, Kevin Long (Millcreek Commercial), Lew Cramer (DC Insider), Julie Baird (President of the Federation of Exchange Accommodators), and staff from both Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and Mitt Romney (R-UT) teams join us as we talk through what is happening...
Webinar | Top Reasons to Use Your Self-Directed IRA to Invest in Commercial Real Estate
Your Self Directed IRA can be used for more than just mutual funds, stocks, and bonds. Brittney Melville, with Next Generation Trust Company shares how simple, and easy it is to use your SDIRA to invest in real estate.
Risks and Rewards of NNN Leases
Neil Wahlgren, COO of MAG Capital Partners, shares his insights on NNN Leases and what risks and rewards come with this asset class.
Lobbying for 1031: 4 Ways that 1031 Exchanges Impact Our Economy
On a recent episode of the Commercial Connection Podcast, our host, Spencer Taylor, and Dave Brown, CEO of IPE 1031 and Co-Chair of the Government Affairs Committee of the Federation of Exchange Accommodators, discussed the enormous impact that 1031 exchanges are...
Lobbying for Section 1031
Dave Brown enlightens us with the real economic impact of 1031 exchanges and how they bring fuel to the engines that drive our economy. To help preserve Section 1031 Exchange, click the Take Action button on 1031buildsamerica.org and let your voice be heard.
Happy Hour Discussion | The Biden Tax Plan
We drop in on Kevin Long, our CEO, as he shares his thoughts on the proposed Biden Tax Plan. Topics include 1031 exchanges, adjustment to the step up in basis, and an increase to capital gains tax.
NNN Leases, Explained
Dan Lewkowicz, Director of Investment Sales for Encore, reviews what a NNN Lease is and the lifestyle power they bring to the landlord.
Why You Should Considering Investing in Commercial Real Estate
Logan Freeman, with FTW Investments, shares the benefits of owning commercial real estate and why it is so easy to scale.
Training Series | Pitching the 1031 Exchange
Spencer was invited to join a brokerage team meeting and talking through how to pitch a 1031 exchange.
Webinar | The Benefits of a Reverse 1031 Exchange
Dean Senner and Tom Bottenberg are back and talking about how use the Reverse 1031 Exchange to reduce stress and anxiety around the 45 day identification deadline.
The 1031 Exchange Community
Lu Ann Blough introduces us to 1031 Exchange Assistance, a group on Facebook where all topics 1031 exchange are discussed. Check it out and start learning!
Retirement Planning for Landlords
The day will come, when traditional residential landlording is not the right move for your portfolio. Let's talk options.
Webinar | The Benefits and Pitfalls of a 1031 Exchange
We review why you should consider a 1031 exchange if you're a landlord and what to watch out for in the process. Remember to ask lots of questions.
The Value of a Brand
Stace Caseria, Founder and Chief Trust Officer of Trust Deep, gives insights on why a tenant with a strong brand might be the right room for your portfolio.
Webinar | The Art of a 1031 Exchange
Our friends, Lee David Medinets and Michael Brady discuss the rules of 1031 exchanges and strategies on finding the replacement properties.
Webinar | The Tricks & Treats of a 1031 Exchange
IRS code 121, 1014, and 1031 can help you and your real estate portfolio pay less in taxes and build the legacy you want.
Webinar | All Gain, No Pain Real Estate
A quick webinar directed at landlords who are considering selling their investment properties and doing a 1031 exchange. The process is not too complex, and we are here help.
Related Party Problems?
Max Hansen, with Accruit, reviews what you can, and can't do, with related parties in a 1031 exchange. Hint: Creativity is a Needed!
Webinar | How Much Longer Will 1031 Exchanges Exist?
Millcreek Commercial President, Kevin Long, explores the political climate around 1031 exchanges with DC insider and CEO of Colliers Inter-Mountain, Lew Cramer.
Drop & Swap vs. Swap & Drop
Ray Beck, a tax attorney with Cohne & Kinghorn and principal at Summit Exchange, walks us through the Drop & Swap process and provides a much more viable alternative, the Swap & Drop.
Webinar | 1031 Exchange in a COVID World
Our friends from FYNTEX share the innovative ways they are bringing value to their 1031 exchange clients.
The Right Time to Sell Your Rentals
When is the right time to sell your investment properties? Consider your values, phase in life, and more productive alternatives. Either way, these questions should be asked.
Creative Solutions to Your 1031 Exchange
Selling a rental property and exchanging into another rental property may not be the best solution for your portfolio. Throw some creativity on there to help energize your exchange.
Webinar | Your 30, 40, 50 Strategy
Learn the best real estate investment techniques for your 30s, 40s, and 50s.
The Big Reasons for a 1031 Exchange
Many landlords are sitting on the fence and asking, "Should I be doing a 1031 Exchange?" Theresa Quartaro, an Exchange Accommodator at IPX, explains what happens behind the curtains in a 1031 exchange transaction and gives few tips to Realtors who are looking to...
Webinar | Basics of a 1031 Exchange
Spencer Taylor gives an overview of 1031 exchanges, the 45-day rule, and options to consider for your replacement property.
Your SDIRA + Commercial Real Estate
Mat Sorensen, Co-Founder of Directed IRA, joins us again to enlighten us on the benefits of using your SDIRA to invest in real estate.
Safe Harbor for a Safe 1031 Exchange
COVID-19 introduced an extension in the identification period. Know the rules so you stay inside within Safe Harbor.
Webinar | How to Stop Your 401K from Turning Into a 201K
Kevin Long, CEO of Millcreek Commercial, and Randy Luebke, CFP, discuss how to maximize returns in your self directed 401K, IRA, or Roth IRA. The key take away is to get out of debt.
Intro to Cost Segregation
Yonah Weiss, Business Director with Madison SPECS, outlines for us the basics of Cost Segregation. The short of it is that most who should be doing it, are not.
What Makes a Tenant Tick?
Natalie Wainwright helps us understand why tenants behave the way they do and why the prefer certain elements of a lease over others.
Webinar | Big Money is Moving from Stocks to Commercial Real Estate
Everyday, a stockholder becomes dissatisfied and disillusioned with the emotional roller coster of the stock market. The dissatisfaction leads investors away from equity markets to commercial real estate markets. Wealth is created with stability and security, not...
Commercial Real Estate | Corona Virus Survival Guide
Jesse Limon expands on what buyers are looking for giving the stresses and demands of the Corona Virus Pandemic.
DSTs, Short for Delaware Statutory Trusts
DSTs offer an option for owning commercial real estate. So many benefits and some things to watch out for. Just make sure you ask questions.
Webinar Series | Building Wealth Through a 1031 Exchange
Riverside1031 joined us today to talk about how a 1031 transaction is successfully completed, tips and tricks with your next exchange, and how to use 1031 exchanges to build your wealth and legacy.
How a Forest Farmer Popularized 1031 Exchanges
TJ Starker elevated the 1031 Exchange when he applied that portion of the tax code to an idea he had - exchange a piece of land that Crown Zellerbach wanted for a piece of land he wanted in the future. This 1967 move popularized the 1031 Exchange tax code.
Joint Tenants v. Tenants in Common
Even though they sound similar, they couldn't be more different. The legal way we take title makes a big difference in how we own real property and what decisions we are legally allowed to take.
A Guest on the Utah Real Estate Podcast
It was such an honor to work with our friends over there at Title One. They are all about sharing knowledge on owning, renting, and investing in Real Estate. I was on to talk about 1031 exchanges.
Please Meet The Federation of Exchange Accommodators
The Federation of Exchange Accommodators, the FEA, is truly the voice of the 1031 exchange industry. They work to teach and train Qualified Intermediaries in best practices, ethics, and the legislation updates that impact the industry. They hold an annual conference...
Webinar Series | Like-kind 101: The Basics of a 1031 Exchange
Our first of many webinars reviewing the process and history of 1031 exchanges. We also answer some really good questions.
Energize your SDIRA
The process of owning real estate inside of your SDIRA is not complicated, but easy. Mat Sorensen, Co-Founder and CEO of directedira.com, walks us through the process of owning real estate in your SDIRA. He also answers the question, "What would anybody ever want to...
Tips on the Identification Process
Lance Growth, CEO and Co-Founder of Growth 1031, walks us through the process of identifying your replacement properties in your 1031 exchange.
Which Taxes are Deferred in a 1031 Exchange?
Returning to teach us even more, Bob Langworthy, a CPA at Management Accounting in Brunswick, ME, answers the question, "Which Taxes are deferred in a 1031 exchange?"
The Landlord’s Mindset
Top Utah Agent, Joe Gordon, takes us through why landlords buy, and why they sell.
1031 Exchange into a Tax-Free State
Nace Cohen, a CPA and Qualified Intermediary with 1031 Exchange Connection, helps clear up common misconceptions around exchanging into a tax-free income state. There are times, and circumstances, to take a serious consideration on making the move to certain states....
Move Forward with a Reverse Exchange
Shanae Mabrie, a Certified Exchange Specialist with Old Republic Title, explains the differences and nuances of a delayed exchange and a reverse exchange. Key take aways: leverage/equity ratios must match the leverage equity ratios of the relinquished property and...
Build, Store, and Transfer Wealth: Kevin Long Presenting at the NYC Real Estate Expo
Our CEO, Kevin Long, will expand principles of building, Storing, and Transferring Wealth through 1031 Exchanges - Step up basis and tax deferred savings.
Commercial Lending 101: Growth v. The Right Growth
Dane Margetts, Commercial Banking Relationship Manager at WaFd Bank, takes us into the world of Commercial Lending for business growth - which may include the need for more space and an upgrade in real estate. Dane has been in the commercial banking world for almost...
Mergers & Acquisitions – More than Buying and Selling
Ken Miller, Vice President of M&A with Colliers, takes us through the intricacies of Mergers & Acquisitions ("M&A"). Tips for those looking to get into M&A and sound advice for those looking to leverage M&As to get listings.
2019 NAR Breakout Session: Leveraging 1031 Exchanges to Increase Your Listings
On this week episode, we tap into a break out session Spencer did at NAR in San Francisco. The title of the class was “Leveraging 1031 Exchanges to Increase your Listings.” In the session, he breaks down the landlord mentality and provides simple ways to market to...
Raw Land, Eminent Domain, and 1033 Exchanges, oh my!
Robbie Thompson takes us into the world of raw land - why investors prefer it, and best practices around purchasing. Eminent domain leads landowners to utilized 1033 Exchanges to defer taxes and preserve wealth.
Multifamily 101: Your First Steps
Bill and Mary Street review what it takes to go from nothing to big multifamily owners. They talk about things to watch out for and things to remember to do as a landlord. The Streets are agents with Colliers International and leaders in the multifamily community.
A Serious Look at Leases
Some lease structures favor the tenant, while others favor the landlord. We take a deep dive into the most common types of leases out there and explore the question, "Which lease type favors the landlord?" Mark Haroldsen from Colliers takes us into the world of...
Tax Tips for Real Estate Professionals
@beancounterbob takes a dive into commonly missed write-offs real estate professionals, including landlords, are not taking. Bob Langworthy brings years of expertise consulting and advising his tax-saving clients to this week's episode of the podcast.
Networking Techniques
There is a good way to do it and a not so good way to do it. When it comes to networking, Giver's Gain, Hunting vs. Farming, and strategy helps set the right mindset and focus.
Intro to 467 Loans and Paydown Readvance
High loan to value assets can really bring value to high equity 1031 exchanges. Ask your 1031 accommodator for more detail. Our upcoming CVS assets meets all these needs.
No Substitute for Hard Work
Hey realtors, take a listen on some really good ideas to boost your productivity. Spencer McDuffy lays out how he conducted 30 transactions in his first 12 months as a real estate agent. His secret?? Take a listen and leave a comment with your thoughts.
Navigating the Waters of Probate, Wills, and Trusts
Be prepared to protect your assets with a Trust and Will, so you don't have to go to Probate.
Millcreek Team Member Intro | Alex Dahlstrom
Get to know our newest team member, Alex Dalhstrom. With deep roots in the Salt Lake City area and a family legacy in Commercial Real Estate, Alex, himself, is both new to real estate and new to TIC sales. He's navigating the waters nicely. He will talk about day...
The Essentials of Passive Income
Listen as Spencer Taylor interviews Travis Tollestrup on how to achieve passive income.
Training Series | Providing 1031 Exchange Solutions for Residential Agents
Training Series | Providing 1031 Exchange Solutions for Residential Agents. Zak & Jeannette Mason: 8012430170
Commercial Real Estate TICs
Listen to Scott and Rachelle Rutherford talk about just how easy it is to invest in commercial real estate through a tenant in common structure.
Dollar General, The Darling of Wall Street
Over the past 10 years, dollar stores have become an increasing staple of the national retail landscape. their continued corporate strength and expansion has made Dollar General, Family Dollar, and Dollar Tree some of the most attractive net lease investments available.
Your Guide to a 1031 Exchange
The necessary steps from start to finish on how to successfully complete a 1031 exchange. Be sure to call Steve and Chris at 1031x.com for help.
Cryptocurrency, Blockchain & Commercial Real Estate
Cryptocation is a learning platform dedicated to anyone interested in furthering their knowledge in blockchain and cryptocurrency. Join us as we talk with them about the ins and outs of this industry as well as how it can benefit the commercial real estate market.
Zions Bank Speaking on Business: Millcreek Commercial Properties
Millcreek Commercial Properties is providing a simple and secure way to invest in commercial real estate.