CRE Tech: A Huge Letdown and an Opportunity
It’s been a constant irritation for me that technology in commercial real estate is falling short of its potential. There’s a lot of talk about “CRE tech” and I get emails weekly about some new “game changing” tech solution but in my opinion nearly all of it looks slick on the surface and upon more diligent investigation they don’t hit the mark at all. These systems are great at tackling simple problems, but when faced with real-world complexity, they completely fall apart. In comparison to the elegant systems and processes I see in other industries our technology is frankly …
A Novel Idea: Capitalism is Good for Capital
In the complex world of capital investment, where ventures range from commercial real estate to private equity and venture capital, I feel that aligning investment theses with legislative environments that champion capitalism is not just strategic, but imperative to produce outsized returns. The following are material benefits to aligning capital investment theses accordingly.
Embracing Capitalist Principles is a Key to Robust Investment Growth Investments flourish in environments where capitalist principles are deeply ingrained. These principles manifest through supportive policies, such as tax incentives, regulatory clarity, and protection of property rights, fostering an ecosystem where investments can thrive. Whether it’s funding …
Building Foundations: How My Experience as a Construction Laborer Shaped My Investment Ethos
It’s 2004, you’re 15, you find yourself enveloped in the early morning tranquility of a picturesque town nestled in the foothills of Northern California. The world around you is waking up, painted in the soft hues of dawn. Before you lies the sprawling expanse of the Serrano Country Club, an epitome of luxury and exclusivity, its meticulously manicured greens bathed in the golden morning light.
The air is filled with the invigorating scent of freshly cut grass from the golf course, a scent that seems to symbolize both affluence and leisure. The soundscape is a lively mix of light-hearted banter …
