In today's episode of The Real Finds, host Gordon Lamphere sits down with Hunter Hopcroft, an investor and blogger specializing in REITs and alternative investments. They explore the shifting landscape of real estate investing, breaking down the distinctions between public vs. private markets and the challenges and opportunities in industrial, logistics, and data center investments. Ultimately, the two discuss key investment strategies to navigate today's challenging markets.

From cash flow analysis to risk assessment and capital allocation, this episode is packed with valuable insights for investors looking to deepen their understanding of alternative investments and market trends.

-Find Hunter Here-

Substack: https://www.lewisenterprises.blog/

Twitter: https://x.com/rhunterh

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hunter-hopcroft-12204129a/

🔎 Episode Highlights:

00:00 - The importance of curiosity and unique perspectives in investing

00:39 - Introduction of Hunter Hopcroft and his extensive asset management experience

01:24 - Breaking down alternative investments and their evaluation

02:19 - Comparing public vs. private real estate investments (risks & rewards)

10:24 - Analyzing the industrial market and key leasing factors

15:30 - Challenges in the logistics sector (union negotiations & shipping shifts)

19:20 - The financial health of small-bay industrial properties and tenant dynamics

26:52 - The explosive growth of data centers, AI impact, and market volatility

30:41 - Examining REITs’ structural issues in capital allocation & return mandates

31:45 - Cash flow structures in data centers and their reinvestment implications

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