SF Commercial Property Conversations
by Bruce Bean - SF Commercial Property
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About this podcast
SF Commercial Property Conversations hosted by Bruce Bean is the go-to podcast for anyone fascinated by the intricacies of commercial real estate in the San Francisco Peninsula and beyond.
Each episode dives deep into the world of commercial property investments, featuring insights from seasoned investors, industry experts, and professionals who have shaped the landscape of San Francisco’s market.
Join us as we explore successful investment strategies, discuss the challenges and opportunities unique to the Bay Area, and uncover the stories behind the buildings that define our skyline. Whether you’re a CPA, doctor, retired professional, or someone with an interest in commercial real estate, this podcast offers unparalleled insights into making informed decisions in one of the world’s most competitive markets.
From the dynamics of Triple Net Leases to the legacy of family trusts in real estate, ”SF Commercial Property Conversations” is your invitation to the conversation about building wealth, creating legacies, and investing in commercial properties wisely. With Bruce Bean’s expert guidance, get ready to unlock the strategies for success and be inspired by the journeys of those who’ve navigated the complex waters of commercial real estate investments.
Episodes
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- Ridaa Murad: Wall Street Meets Manufactured Housing, The Changing Face of Real Estate Investment · 24 min · Episode 345From Bear Stearns to mobile home parks. Ridaa Murad spent years on Wall Street, then moved to California to own and run real estate. Bruce Bean and Ridaa talk about why…
- Doug Higgins: From Hospitality to High Tech, Digitizing Commercial Real Estate · 26 min · Episode 344Old drawings in a box will not help you renovate. Doug Higgins learned that the hard way. Doug managed resorts for a private equity group in San Diego. When it was time to…
- Vaibhav: Own Real Estate, Not the Headaches—The Art of Passive Investing · 19 min · Episode 343Want to invest in real estate without dealing with tenants, repairs, and daily property problems? There may be a better way. In this episode of SF Commercial Property…
- Maxim Shapiro: Raising Capital, Structuring Deals, and Using AI to Work Smarter · 24 min · Episode 342How do real estate investors find the money they need to make deals happen? And how can AI help them save time and work smarter? In this episode of SF Commercial Property…
- Chris Roth: Why Making People Laugh Can Be Good for Real Estate Business · 24 min · Episode 341Can making people laugh help you grow your real estate business? Chris Roth thinks so! In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean talks with Chris…
- Jesus Henao: From Marine Corps Discipline to Commercial Real Estate Success · 28 min · Episode 340What does it take to build a lasting career in commercial real estate? For Jesus Henao, it starts with hard work, discipline, and learning from the right people. In this episode…
- Don Spradlin: Own a Piece of Europe—The Future of Fractional Vacation Home Ownership · 31 min · Episode 339What if you could own a beautiful vacation home in France, Italy, or Spain without paying for the whole house? In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce…
- San Francisco's Office Comeback and the BRAVE Way to Speak with Bruce Bean · 21 min · Episode 338Spaces that sat empty for years are finally filling up. Bruce Bean has been in Bay Area commercial real estate since 1990, and he says things are "poppin'." In this October 2026…
- College Campus to Collegiate Village: Skylar Skikos Reimagines Community · 21 min · Episode 337What if a college campus could become a place to live for your whole life? In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Bruce talks with Skylar…
- Gary Lipsky: What Investors Get Wrong About Multifamily Syndications · 24 min · Episode 336Gary Lipsky: What Investors Get Wrong About Multifamily Syndications A projected return can look great on paper. But Gary Lipsky says one of the biggest mistakes investors make…
- Chris Ontiveros: How Technology Is Transforming the Home Inspection Business · 27 min · Episode 335Chris Ontiveros: How Technology Is Transforming the Home Inspection Business Home inspections have come a long way from paper, pencils, and a few photos. Today, inspectors can…
- Hayden Duer: How $1 Billion in Deal Analysis Shaped His Investment Strategy · 22 min · Episode 334Hayden Duer: How $1 Billion in Deal Analysis Shaped His Investment Strategy What can you learn from analyzing more than $1 billion worth of real estate deals? In this episode of…
- Daria Walker: A Masterclass in Mortgage Brokerage · 23 min · Episode 332What does today’s commercial real estate market look like from the desk of a mortgage broker who is still getting deals done? Bruce Bean welcomes Daria Walker back to SF…
- George Knowlton: How Tide360 Is Bringing AI to Real Estate · 21 min · Episode 331What if AI could handle much of the busy work behind running a real estate business while giving people more time to focus on relationships, decisions, and growth? In this…
- A Quirky Bay Area Market and a Five-Step Sales Lesson with Bruce Bean · 15 min · Episode 333The Bay Area commercial real estate market may be hard to describe with one simple trend. Bruce Bean's word for it is "quirky." In this September 2026 update, Bruce shares what…
- Skip Schenker: FHA 203K, Fixer-Uppers, and Ready4Remodel · 27 min · Episode 330What if buying a fixer-upper did not mean finding a separate way to pay for all the repairs? In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Bruce talks…
- Craig Taggart: 200 Companies, Millions Raised, and 25 Exits · 29 min · Episode 329Craig Taggart: 200 Companies, Millions Raised, and 25 Exits What does it take to spot promising companies before they reach their next big stage of growth? In this episode of SF…
- Dennis Havrilla: From Professional Football to the Triple Net Playbook · 21 min · Episode 328Dennis Havrilla: From Professional Football to the Triple Net Playbook What happens when a professional quarterback takes the lessons he learned on the football field and applies…
- Joe Killinger: The CRE Recruiting Playbook—Culture, Compensation, and Connections · 19 min · Episode 327Finding talented commercial real estate brokers is one thing. Finding the right people for your company—and creating a business model that works for both the broker and the…
- Scott Slinker: Bringing Smart Storage to Luxury Condos and Apartments · 27 min · Episode 326What if your storage unit was right where you park your car? In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Bruce talks with serial entrepreneur Scott…
