{"podcast":{"title":"Between Two Chairs - Demystifying Commercial Real Estate","slug":"between-two-chairs-demystifying-commercial-real-estate-6318176","podcast_index_feed_id":6318176,"rss_url":"https://media.rss.com/betweentwochairs/feed.xml","website_url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/betweentwochairs","image_url":"https://media.rss.com/betweentwochairs/20230419_060438_94a75ad4f123d520c6011d748ba0d6eb.jpg","author":"Fernando Arencibia, Jr. and Jennifer Wollmann","episode_count":172,"summary":"Welcome to Between Two Chairs: Demystifying Commercial Real Estate, the podcast that brings you the latest insights and trends from the Miami commercial real estate industry. Co-hosts Fernando Arencibia Jr. and Jennifer Wollmann, both former Chairman of the Board for the largest local real estate association in the Country, the Miami Association of Realtors, bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to every conversation. In each episode, we dive deep into the world of commercial real estate in Miami, speaking with market leaders, exploring the latest trends, and breaking down complex concepts to make them accessible for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned real estate professional, a curious investor, or just interested in the Miami market in general, Between Two Chairs is the podcast for you. So sit back, relax, and join us as we demystify the world of commercial real estate in Miami.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-31T08:17:36.051287+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/between-two-chairs-demystifying-commercial-real-estate-6318176"},"episode":{"title":"What's A Buy Box and How to Build One Before You Buy Commercial Real Estate","slug":"what-s-a-buy-box-and-how-to-build-one-before-you-buy-commercial-real-estate","published_at":"2026-07-23T19:05:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/between-two-chairs-demystifying-commercial-real-estate-6318176/what-s-a-buy-box-and-how-to-build-one-before-you-buy-commercial-real-estate","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/between-two-chairs-demystifying-commercial-real-estate-6318176","url":"https://rss.com/podcasts/betweentwochairs/3007712","audio_url":"https://content.rss.com/episodes/204235/3007712/betweentwochairs/2026_07_20_19_35_40_765166a1-3f2c-4466-bd35-be883403b8d0.mp3","summary":"In this episode of Between Two Chairs: Demystifying Commercial Real Estate, we break down one of the most important steps for any real estate investor: defining your “buy box.” Instead of chasing anything that looks like a “good deal,” we explain how investors can create a clear investment framework based on goals, asset class, location, price range, property quality, management expectations, and desired returns. The conversation explores why a buy box helps investors move from vague interest to focused decision-making. We discuss how an investor’s “why,” risk tolerance, available time, market knowledge, and personal experience should shape the types of properties they pursue. Topics Covered · How to define a commercial real estate buy box · The difference between chasing deals and following an investment philosophy · How asset class affects management intensity and risk · Why location analysis goes beyond liking a market · The role of demographics, zoning, and economic drivers · How to evaluate price beyond the purchase number · Why flexibility matters in real estate investing · How operational experience can create value · Lessons from Airbnb, multifamily, industrial, self-storage, hotels, land, and retail · How brokers can help investors clarify what they actually want to buy Successful investing starts before the search begins. By defining a buy box, investors can narrow their focus, learn their market, evaluate opportunities more objectively, and act with confidence when the right deal appears. The best buy box is not just about numbers; it should also reflect lifestyle goals, management capacity, risk tolerance, and the investor’s own strengths. Whether someone is buying a long-term rental, a short-term rental, an industrial box, a self-storage facility, or a sma…","meta_description":"In this episode of Between Two Chairs: Demystifying Commercial Real Estate, we break down one of the most important steps for any real estate investor: de…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2145,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/between-two-chairs-demystifying-commercial-real-estate-6318176/episodes/what-s-a-buy-box-and-how-to-build-one-before-you-buy-commercial-real-estate/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/between-two-chairs-demystifying-commercial-real-estate-6318176/what-s-a-buy-box-and-how-to-build-one-before-you-buy-commercial-real-estate.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}