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  • How I Convinced the Government to Make Me $37 Million | Mark Bolour
    2025/08/20

    How do you continue to find winning multifamily deals in one of the toughest markets in recent years?


    In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian interviews Mark Bolour, a multifamily investor and operator who’s made his mark with smart acquisitions and disciplined asset management. Mark shares how he identifies value-add opportunities, navigates challenging debt environments, and structures deals to deliver long-term stability.


    You’ll learn:

    - How to find and evaluate true value-add deals in competitive markets

    - Strategies for securing financing in high-interest rate environments

    - The importance of tenant relationships and operational efficiency

    - Balancing short-term pressures with long-term investment goals

    - Navigating today’s market cycle with a disciplined approach


    Whether you’re an operator, investor, or just curious about multifamily real estate, this episode delivers actionable insights from the trenches.


    Subscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.


    🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian


    📈 Connect with me:

    Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/

    Email: taylor@thegroupcre.com

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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/


    #NoVacancyPodcast #MarkBolour #MultifamilyRealEstate #ValueAddInvesting #RealEstatePodcast #TaylorAvakian #ApartmentInvestor #RealEstateInvesting #OperationalExcellence #PropertyManagement

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    1 時間 9 分
  • This Man controls Affordable Housing in Los Angeles (Are we doomed?)
    2025/08/13

    How do you lead $1.5B+ in real estate development while balancing public policy, community trust, and financial returns?


    In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian speaks with Geoff Moen, Director of Development at HACLA, the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles. Geoff dives into how HACLA is transforming underutilized public land into vibrant, mixed-income communities — and what it takes to partner with private developers while keeping affordability at the core.


    You’ll learn:

    - How HACLA structures large-scale public-private partnerships

    - Strategies for financing housing with LIHTC, bonds, and gap funding

    - The redevelopment of Jordan Downs, Rancho San Pedro, and more

    - Balancing speed, scale, and stakeholder trust in public housing

    - Why public land holds the key to solving LA’s housing crisis


    A behind-the-scenes look at the most impactful public development agency in Los Angeles.


    Subscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.


    🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian


    📈 Connect with me:

    Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/

    Email: taylor@thegroupcre.com

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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/


    #NoVacancyPodcast #HACLA #GeoffMoen #AffordableHousing #PublicPrivatePartnership #UrbanDevelopment #LosAngelesHousing #TaylorAvakian #RealEstatePodcast #HousingCrisis #LIHTC #PublicLand

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    1 時間 10 分
  • He Owns 25 LA Buildings with ZERO Investors (Here’s How)
    2025/08/05

    Can you build a thriving real estate career without a team, a cold-calling center, or flashy marketing?


    In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Mike Seltzer, a solo powerhouse who’s transacted over 1,000 units and $300M+ in multifamily real estate. Mike shares how he went from printing flyers and answering Craigslist ads to becoming a go-to off-market dealmaker in Los Angeles.


    You’ll learn how Mike:

    - Developed a niche in 5–30 unit apartment deals

    - Built deep broker and owner relationships

    - Analyzes deals with a long-term buy-and-hold lens

    - Approaches risk, cash flow, and market cycles

    - Structures partnerships and manages investor trust


    If you're looking to close smarter, build real trust, and operate lean — this episode delivers


    Subscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.


    🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian


    📈 Connect with me:

    Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/

    Email: taylor@thegroupcre.com

    X: https://x.com/TAYVAY_

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/

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    55 分
  • Cops, Cannabis & 13,000 Units: Kyle Kazan’s Unfiltered Journey
    2025/07/23

    How does someone go from being a school teacher and police officer to running one of the West Coast’s largest property management firms and the largest cannabis producer in the world?


    In this episode of No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian, guest Kyle Kazan walks through his remarkable journey. From buying distressed properties in Compton to launching Beachfront Property Management and eventually co-founding Glass House Brands, Kyle shares battle-tested lessons on:

    - Buying during recessions & repositioning C-class assets

    - Transitioning from teaching to law enforcement to real estate

    - Bootstrapping his first property management company

    - Leading the charge on cannabis legalization in California

    - Building a business culture that actually retains great talent


    It’s a masterclass in grit, vision, and execution — from a guy who truly built it all from scratch.


    Subscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.


    🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian


    📈 Connect with me:

    Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/

    Email: taylor@thegroupcre.com

    X: https://x.com/TAYVAY_

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/



    #TheGroupCREEp #RealEstatePodcast #KyleKazan #PropertyManagement #CannabisBusiness #BeachfrontPM #GlassHouseBrands #CaliforniaRealEstate #CannabisCEO #TaylorAvakianPodcast #SPACs #RealEstateGrowth

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    1 時間 2 分
  • Jaime Lee: From Law Student to 6,600+ Apartment Units | LA Real Estate Empire Building
    2025/07/16

    What does it take to go from working the parking booth in your family’s business to becoming CEO of one of the largest real estate firms in Los Angeles?


    In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Jaime Lee, CEO of Jamison Realty, who leads over 6,600 units and 33 buildings, with 2,000 more in development. Jaime breaks down how her immigrant parents went from medicine to office buildings, how she took over her first 1.8M sq. ft. asset at age 22, and what it means to lead in the most competitive office and multifamily market in the country.


    You’ll learn how Jaime:

    - Transitioned from law school to real estate leadership

    - Managed through the Great Financial Crisis and COVID

    - Led Jamison’s shift from office to multifamily

    - Navigates generational wealth with her siblings

    - Thinks about office space, leasing, and urban redevelopment in LA


    This is a powerful episode on vision, grit, and reinventing a legacy in real estate.


    Subscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.


    🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian


    📈 Connect with me:

    Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/

    Email: taylor@thegroupcre.com

    X: https://x.com/TAYVAY_

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/



    #NoVacancyPodcast #JaimeLee #JamisonRealty #MultifamilyLeadership #UrbanDevelopment #KoreatownLA #FemaleCEO #RealEstateLeadership #LeasingStrategy #PropertyManagement #TaylorAvakian

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    1 時間 15 分
  • This 72-Year-Old NEVER Sells Real Estate (Here's Why) | Jerry Marcil
    2025/07/09

    How do you build a $100M+ real estate empire starting with a single fourplex in Redondo Beach?

    In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with Jerry Marcil, a 72-year-old real estate mogul with over 4,000 units under management, to break down decades of market cycles, mistakes, and multipliers. Jerry shares lessons from losing everything in the 90s, his blueprint for long-term wealth, and why he still buys buildings today.


    You’ll learn how to:

    - Scale without syndication

    - Use refis to grow tax-free

    - Build operational control through in-house management

    - Spot deals 2 years ahead of the market

    - Keep tenants happy with minimal turnover


    This episode is packed with long-term real estate wisdom from someone who’s seen it all — and is still buying.


    Subscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.


    🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian


    📈 Connect with me:

    Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/

    Email: taylor@thegroupcre.com

    X: https://x.com/TAYVAY_

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/


    #NoVacancyPodcast #JerryMarcil #RealEstateInvestor #MultifamilyStrategy #LongTermWealth #TaxFreeRefi #RealEstateMindset #ApartmentInvesting #PropertyManagement #CashFlowStrategy

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    1 時間 3 分
  • Why I’d Leave L.A. If I Were 30 Again – Jeff Palmer Gets Real
    2025/07/01

    In this episode of No Vacancy with Taylor Avakian, Jeff Palmer, a 40-year veteran of California's multifamily real estate landscape, shares his expert insights on navigating the complexities of the state's evolving real estate market. Discover how historical trends in California's apartment sector, including cycles of rent control and housing regulations, shape current investment opportunities. Jeff reveals where savvy investors can uncover the next wave of growth and wealth in commercial real estate. Before making your next multifamily investment, listen to this episode to equip yourself with the knowledge that can transform your portfolio. Join us for this wealth of knowledge tailored for LA apartment owners and real estate professionals.


    Subscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market.

    Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.


    🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian


    📈 Connect with me:

    Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/

    Email: taylor@thegroupcre.com

    X: https://x.com/TAYVAY_

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tayloravakian/



    #RealEstateInvesting #CommercialRealEstate #LosAngelesRealEstate #JeffPalmer #RentControl #PropertyCycles #CRE #CreativeOffice #InvestmentStrategy #TheGroupCRE #TaylorAvakian #RealEstatePodcast

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    49 分
  • Nick Huber: Building a $100M Self-Storage Empire with Social Media
    2025/06/17

    Can you go from hauling student storage boxes to wiring $52 million in under a decade?

    In this episode of No Vacancy, Taylor Avakian sits down with entrepreneur and real estate operator Nick Huber to unpack the mindset and mechanics of his rise. From building self-storage facilities to launching 11 businesses, Nick shares how he leverages systems, social media, and international teams to grow fast — and stay lean.


    Learn how top operators are:

    - Using stress and momentum as compounding advantages

    - Building leverage to escape the “one decision ruins everything” trap

    - Spotting Alpha in crowded real estate niches

    - Scaling companies with global teams and refined tech stacks

    - Turning content into cash and followers into deals


    If you’re trying to scale without burning out — this episode is your blueprint.


    Subscribe and Stay Ahead! Stay informed and empowered in the multifamily real estate market. Subscribe to the channel for exclusive insights, rental updates, and expert analyses on the Los Angeles market.


    🔔 Don’t miss out on the latest trends and tips to maximize your property's potential: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaylorAvakian


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    📈 Connect with me:

    Website: https://www.thegroupcre.com/

    Email: taylor@thegroupcre.com

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    #NoVacancyPodcast #NickHuber #RealEstatePodcast #Entrepreneurship #SelfStorage #SweatyStartup #BusinessLeverage #ScaleSmarter #BrokerLife #CostSeg #RemoteTeams #SalesMindset #TechInRealEstate

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    1 時間 1 分