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Is commercial real estate really in trouble—or are the biggest opportunities just beginning? In this episode of the Jake & Gino Podcast, Nick Gonzalez shares why he's more excited about commercial real estate today than ever before. From distressed multifamily assets and retail repositioning strategies to industrial investing and building a nationally recognized brokerage business, this conversation dives deep into where smart investors are finding opportunities in today's market. Nick explains: ✅ Why retail real estate may be one of the most overlooked opportunities today ✅ Why multifamily still hasn't fully reset—and where the pain is coming next ✅ How industrial properties continue to offer attractive returns ✅ What separates great brokers and entrepreneurs from everyone else ✅ How to build teams, culture, and long-term business relationships ✅ The right (and wrong) ways to use AI in commercial real estate ✅ Why relationship-based investing continues to outperform Throughout the conversation, Jake, Gino, and Nick discuss market cycles, distressed opportunities, brokerage growth, leadership, investment funds, and the importance of maintaining strong relationships in business. Key Topics Covered: Commercial Real Estate Investing Multifamily Market Outlook Retail Shopping Centers Industrial Real Estate Investment Funds Brokerage Growth Leadership & Team Building Artificial Intelligence Commercial Property Management Passive Investing Strategies Market Cycles Economic Trends If you're a real estate investor, entrepreneur, broker, or anyone looking to understand where the next wave of opportunity is forming, this episode delivers actionable insights and real-world experience. Sponsor by Wheelbarrow Profits Looking to build long-term wealth through multifamily real estate investing? Visit Wheelbarrow Profits to access educational resources, investment insights, and strategies for creating lasting financial freedom. 👉 https://wheelbarrowprofits.com 👉 bit.ly/zenAI_bpp_jandg 👉www.trudiagnostic.com code JAKEAND GINO. for 20% off TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction & Guest Intro 01:20 Building a Boutique Brokerage with National Reach 03:00 What Nick Is Excited About in Today's Market 04:15 Why Retail Real Estate Is Attractive Right Now 05:50 The "Market Cycle of Competency" 07:10 Why Real Estate Prices Haven't Fully Reset 10:20 Where the Best Opportunities Are Today 13:40 Building a Brokerage Through Relationships 17:00 What Makes a Great Team Member? 22:20 Why Teams Resist Change & AI 24:30 How Their Custom CRM Changed the Business 31:45 How Nick Uses AI in Real Estate 34:40 Why AI Can Hurt Your Credibility 37:50 Why Nick Is Bullish on Retail Real Estate 46:20 How Their Investment Fund Works 50:50 Building a Team That Actually Scales 54:00 Why Most Entrepreneurs Get Stuck We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.