Today is a good day to remember something important. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. didn’t create change because he waited for the world to be ready. He created change because he showed up — relentlessly — and did the work long before the results were visible. Because he believed in it. No shortcuts or instant wins. Just tireless, consistent action rooted in belief and vision. That matters here. Because building a future through commercial real estate works the same way. Your life doesn’t change the moment you decide you want more. It changes when you start moving differently — even when it’s uncomfortable, slow, or unclear. You have to take action. Not just for money — but for time freedom, choice, and control over your life. You don’t need to have it all figured out yet. You just need to keep moving. Honor the people who came before you by doing something meaningful with the opportunity in front of you. This is how futures are built. 👉 Reflection prompt: What’s one small action you can take this week that future-you will thank you for?

Now that the 3-Day Commercial Breakthrough Challenge is in the books, I want to hear from you — not the polished answer, the real one. 👉 What was the high point of the challenge for you this week? Was it a moment where something finally clicked? A mindset shift? Running numbers and realizing “oh… this actually makes sense”? Or maybe just realizing you’re not as far behind as you thought? And if there was something that didn’t land or could be better — I want that too. Honest feedback helps us improve this experience and serve this community better going forward. This space only works when we’re real with each other. Drop your thoughts below 👇 Your insight matters. Let’s keep building this the right way.

Day 1 of the 3-Day Commercial Breakthrough Challenge kicks off today at 12 EST (1/26). And before you talk yourself out of it, let me say this plainly: Most people don’t fail because they aren’t capable. They fail because they keep choosing later. Later this week.Later this year.After one more podcast.After one more round of “thinking about it.” I know, because I lived there. There was a time when I had the knowledge… but not the leverage. The ambition… but not the structure. The desire for freedom… but the wrong vehicle. Commercial real estate changed that — not overnight, but decisively. That’s what today is about. If you’re registered, show up live. If you’re on the fence, this is your sign. 👉 Day 1 starts today at 12 EST. There’s still time to join. Grab your seat here. Let’s go.

Put the link from the crexi.com as a reply this post and that's your day 1 homework Day 2 Homework: run the numbers on your listing Find the NOl for your subject property (or a new one) from crexi.com Calculate the cap rate and run the bank test Determine what the whisper offer would be... If they provide the NOI, estimate using NOI = rents * units * 12 * (1- vacancy rate) * (1 - expense ratio) common vacancy rates are 5-10% common expense ratios are 40-45% The whisper offer is what purchase price will give you a ROI >= 15% Use this tool: https://chatgpt.com/canvas/shared/693db12e7350819193b4ddb90daf7986

Let’s talk about the moment that makes most beginners spiral. A broker or seller asks: 👉 “Can you send Proof of Funds?” And suddenly: 😬 “Do I belong here?” 😬 “Am I about to get exposed?” 😬 “What if they find out I’m new?” Here’s the truth most people never learn: You’re not applying for a job. You’re not asking permission. You’re not proving yourself worthy. You’re the deal-maker. So when POF comes up too early, you don’t panic. You take control. Pros don’t flinch. They frame the process. Remember: POF comes later. Right now, we’re qualifying the deal. Want the exact script I use when asked for Proof of Funds? Drop PROOF in the comments and I’ll send it your way. This is how we win together.