SF Commercial Property Conversations

From Green Bay to the Marine Corps to Stanford — and now full speed ahead in real estate, Chris Jansen’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, Bruce chats with Chris about how COVID-19 boredom sparked a deep dive into investing, leading Chris from civil engineering into a thriving real estate journey.
Chris shares how he leveraged his VA loan to buy his first condo, turned it into a rental, and used a HELOC to scale. He dives into his out-of-state investing strategy, how he uses property managers across multiple states, and the power of masterminds and investor communities. Chris is now targeting larger multi-family deals and aiming for full financial independence within a year.
If you're a veteran, a busy professional, or just curious how to launch your own real estate path while holding down a full-time job, this episode delivers both inspiration and a clear roadmap.
 
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In this powerful episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, Bruce sits down with real estate powerhouse Mike Litton for a journey through grit, transformation, and entrepreneurial drive. From farming 3,000 acres in Oklahoma as a teenager to leading a top-producing mortgage and real estate career in San Diego, Mike shares how an unexpected speech class, a family legacy of hard work, and a crushing loan rejection shaped his path to success.
Mike opens up about lessons learned from his grandfather—a self-made oilman—and the early influences that turned his love for farming into a competitive edge in the world of public speaking and real estate. He discusses building a billion-dollar lending pipeline, launching his own real estate company, and starting The Mike Litton Experience podcast, now with over 330 life stories recorded.
If you're interested in resilience, leadership, and how early setbacks can become stepping stones to greatness, this episode is not to be missed.
 
 
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From public-sector beginnings to founding a thriving communications consultancy, Daniel Atwater has built a unique career at the crossroads of commercial real estate, digital marketing, and community engagement.
In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Daniel shares his professional journey—from working in asset management for the City of Los Angeles, to launching Atwater Strategies, a firm that helps real estate and financial service companies strengthen their media presence and digital strategy.
Daniel explains how his education at USC, which blended business and communication studies, prepared him for a versatile role as both strategist and storyteller. He highlights the importance of tailored communication plans, content calendars, and stakeholder engagement in today's real estate marketing landscape.
 
 
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In this insightful episode, Bruce Bean welcomes Bess McCarty, a mind-body life coach originally from a Kansas farm and now based in San Diego. Bess shares her unique journey from the Midwest to teaching at Body Mind College and working as a holistic practitioner. She dives into how our physical symptoms can reveal emotional blocks—and how addressing these can unlock personal and professional growth.
Bruce and Bess discuss real-world examples of how entrepreneurs and real estate professionals can identify internal obstacles through body awareness. From shoulder pain symbolizing burdens to ankle injuries reflecting flexibility issues, Bess explains how the body and mind speak the same language.
She outlines her four-step method: identifying a problem, connecting with the emotion underneath, uncovering the unmet need, and finding a solution. Bess also introduces her free resource for entrepreneurs, including her “30 spiritual keys” to attracting new clients and shifting mindset blocks.
 
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Yonah Weiss shares his fascinating journey from San Diego to Jerusalem and from education to real estate, culminating in his expertise at Madison SPECS, the largest cost segregation provider in the country. Yonah breaks down what cost segregation really is, how it works, and how real estate investors can use it to accelerate depreciation, increase cash flow, and unlock massive tax savings—especially during the early years of property ownership.
Listeners will learn:
The difference between traditional depreciation and cost segregation
How much more investors can typically save through cost segregation
What the process looks like, including feasibility studies and engineer site visits
Why even seasoned investors often miss this strategy
How Madison SPECS has helped thousands of clients optimize their returns
 
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In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations, host Bruce Bean sits down with Jonathan King, Vice President and Managing Officer at Intero Real Estate Services for Burlingame and Half Moon Bay. Jonathan shares his unique path from lending to sales to leadership, and offers a front-line perspective on how a major class-action lawsuit has dramatically shifted real estate compensation norms.
With over a decade supporting agents and nearly six years as a licensed professional, Jonathan offers insight into the challenges and changes facing today's real estate agents—including new rules that now require buyer-agent contracts before showing homes. He breaks down the legal and logistical shifts in agent compensation, how transparency has ironically taken a step backward, and what these changes mean for buyers, sellers, and agents alike.
Listeners will learn:
How real estate agent compensation has evolved post-litigation
The importance of building early trust in agent-buyer relationships
How Intero is navigating this new landscape with integrity and client focus
 
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What does it mean to lead with purpose in the world of commercial real estate law? In this episode, Bruce Bean talks with Anthony DellaPelle, a seasoned attorney with over 38 years of experience in eminent domain and tax appeal law. Anthony shares his journey from aspiring doctor to renowned CRE attorney, shaped by his deep roots in real estate and law.
We dive into the fascinating history of eminent domain cases—including the Oakland Raiders move to LA—and how it spurred the formation of the Owners’ Counsel of America, where Anthony now serves as New Jersey's representative.
Anthony also explores his leadership within the Counselors of Real Estate (CRE) and discusses their work including the impactful Consulting Corps initiative and their annual Top Ten Issues Affecting Real Estate. From affordable housing policy to the effects of global elections on real estate, Anthony delivers thought-provoking insights shaped by decades of hands-on experience.
Key Takeaways:
The origins and impact of landmark eminent domain cases
The role of CRE in addressing real estate challenges globally
Affordable housing solutions from both public and private sectors
The shifting demographics and technology's role in CRE
Repurposing office spaces and what it means for suburban development
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From high-rise deals to hidden wires, Matt Ticknor shares his journey from institutional multifamily development to founding a niche business replacing knob and tube wiring across the Bay Area. In this candid episode, Bruce Bean talks with Matt about how a twist of fate and a spike in insurance challenges led to his transition from large-scale developments to the nitty-gritty of electrical retrofits.
Matt dives into the implications of California’s insurance policies, why knob and tube wiring has become a real estate deal-breaker, and how his company has stepped up with innovative, efficient rewiring solutions. They discuss why insurance companies are dropping properties with outdated wiring, what it means for buyers and sellers, and how Junction Properties is solving this growing problem.
Key Takeaways:
The surprising origin of Matt’s pivot from multifamily to electrical work
Why knob and tube wiring is now a major real estate obstacle
The role of Proposition 103 and its effect on the insurance crisis
How Matt’s company makes “Swiss cheese” homes beautiful again
Marketing insights and how he’s building a brand on Instagram
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In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, we sit down with Robert Preston, founder of Climb Capital and Unhitched RV, who shares his incredible journey from military service to successful entrepreneurship in the RV park space.
Robert opens up about making life-changing decisions after high-risk missions overseas, the challenges of juggling military duty with flipping houses, and why he left the multifamily space for something more scalable and rewarding. He dives into the operational intricacies of owning RV parks, how his team evaluates deals, and what makes outdoor hospitality a resilient investment class—even as post-pandemic trends normalize.
Whether you're a real estate investor, veteran, or just curious about new asset classes, Robert’s insight into community-driven parks, property management, and strategic growth is packed with takeaways.
 
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Ever wondered how a college grad ends up landing a career-changing interview at a baccarat table in Vegas? That’s just the beginning of Andy Misiaveg’s unique story. In this episode of SF Commercial Property Conversations with Bruce Bean, Andy dives into his 25-year journey with The Shopping Center Group, his deep expertise in the Carolinas market, and the state of retail leasing today.
You’ll hear how retail leasing is not only surviving but thriving, and why concepts like Medtail, Topgolf, and experiential entertainment are reshaping retail centers. Andy also unpacks how rents are being driven by low vacancy, high construction costs, and evolving tenant needs. He shares how the leasing landscape is adjusting to economic shifts, lending constraints, and post-COVID entrepreneurial waves.
Key Takeaways:
Andy’s unconventional Vegas job interview story that launched his career.
Why the Carolinas are a hotspot for regional retail expansion.
Growing sectors like Medtail, entertainment, and emerging restaurant brands.
The real costs behind retail space and why rents are still rising.
Trends in lease structures, percentage rents, and tenant guarantees.
 
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