Fried on Business

UF Real Estate Update

Episode 758 | 03.06.24 

Jim attended the Annual UF Trends and Strategies Conference last week

He will tell you what he learned at the conference and he will speak with one of the Program's students:

Emme Benoit about why she chose the UF MSRE program and what she is learning.

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About Our Guest:

Emme Gisele-Louise Benoit graduated from the University of Tennessee with a degree in Supply Chain Management, but deep down, always knew real estate was the path she was meant to take. So, she followed her heart and pursued that passion. Now, she is a Master of Science in Real Estate (MSRE) student at the University of Florida, a journey that was largely inspired by her father's successful career as a commercial real estate developer.

Emme’s fascination with real estate isn't just about the industry itself; it's about the impact it has on communities and landscapes. She loves seeing how built spaces come to life, transforming areas and changing the skyline. It's about bringing a vision to reality and witnessing the profound changes that follow. This passion drives her every day and fuels her dedication to the field.

Currently, she serve as the Co-President of the UF Women's Real Estate Society and as an MSRE ambassador. These roles have given her the incredible opportunity to lead, inspire, and connect with like-minded individuals who are as passionate about real estate as she is. Through these positions, she aims to empower women in the industry, foster a supportive community, and advocate for sustainable and innovative practices in real estate. 

Emme’s journey in real estate is a testament to following one's passion and making a tangible impact on the world. She is committed to learning, growing, and contributing to the industry in meaningful ways, and she is excited to see where this path will take her.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

The Dangers of Medical Cannabis 

Episode 757 | 02.28.24 

Manny Johnson is back to bring us up to date on the medical cannabis industry.

He has consulted with local, state and federal governments and helped write many of the cannabis laws across the USA.

Manny has written applications and won licenses across the USA.

He knows the problems this industry faces. And he has some solutions.

Join Manny and I as we discuss why he decided to be a first mover in the cannabis world ... and why he is so disappointed with approach the cannabis industry has taken to product and consumer safety.

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About Our Guest:

Manny Johnson has been a Key Speaker to Healthcare Professionals in Colorado, California, Oregon, Florida, Illinois, New Jersey and numerous countries. He has lectured on Cannabis, Marijuana and Hemp, at the largest Cannabis Convention in the world in Las Vegas,

At 18 he joined the U.S. Army to attend the United States Military Academy at West Point. After serving in Special Operations Group (SOG), he was Honorably Discharged. He was instrumental in working with U.S. Congress to pass a bill to provide disabled veterans returning from the Gulf Wars with trained Service Dogs. His work with Veteran causes led him to become a Charter Member of Rally Point, a Veterans organization to train, promote, and find jobs for veterans after their service to our Country. He has been a leading advocate in Grow4Vets, an organization that provides veterans free of charge with medical cannabis in states where it is legal. 

Mr. Johnson is a third-generation farmer, Professional Florida Nurseryman for 30-plus years and Co-Founder of one of the largest specialty/floral nurseries in the U.S. 

He is a member of the Florida Nurserymen’s and Growers  Association, American Nurseryman’s Association. He is also a Research Associate of the Society of Cannabis Clinicians and the Colorado Cannabis Clinicians. When medical cannabis became legal, his extensive plant     experience coupled with his educational background in Biochemistry, made Mr. Johnson a sought-after Subject Matter Expert for Cannabis in the U.S., Europe, and South America. 

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

How To Pick The Right Private Lender 

Episode 756 | 02.21.24 

Private Lenders

Hard Money Lenders and

Debt Funds

How to Pick The Right One

We all get lots of emails every day from debt funds and private lenders looking to provide"hard money". 

Straight debt, preferred equity, GP and LP capital.

When should you use this type of capital?

How do you know which funding source is right for you?

How long will it take? What can they do for you? 

All this and more...

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About Our Guest:

With 40+ years of experience in real estate finance/private equity, re-structuring and work-outs, raising debt and equity, and closed on several billions in transactions, James McCarthy (Principal, Jameson Capital) has been an investor, lender, investment manager, portfolio manager, financial advisor, corporate consultant, work-out consultant, and city planner. Clients have included domestic & offshore investors, funds, high net worth investors, and private companies. He holds an MBA from Columbia University and a Master of City & Regional Planning from Rutgers University.

Jameson Capital advises on real estate investments and finance (and select corporate transactions) on the corporate/platform and project level, including strategic planning, capitalization, joint ventures, deal origination, transaction negotiation/closing , short-term and long-term debt and equity (especially creative and innovative solutions for complex transactions), asset management, and review of investment performance.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

Creative Home Finance with HELOCS and MORE 

Episode 755 | 02.14.24 

Jim and Ed are On Fire!!

HELOCS

REVERSE MORTGAGE LOANS

HOME REHAB LOANS

I have been getting lots of calls from folks looking to:

• pay off high interest rate credit card bills,
• remodel your homestead or investment property,
• find money for unexpected expenses or
• to just have an emergency cash cushion

Ed and I discuss HELOCS, REVERSE MORTGAGE LOANS and why now may be the time to take out REHAB LOAN on your homestead or investment property to upgrade it.

FLORIDA ONLY!

WE ARE EXPERTS

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

Listen today to learn more about how we are helping others solve their cash problems in days!

Call me for help with your real estate investment real estate and real estate financing problems

hard money loans

HELOCS

reverse mortgage loans

digital assets

bridge loans

preferred equity

construction loans

C-Pace and more

Let me bring my special ️️️energy to you and your team.

My personal brand is that I feel great whenever I help other people achieve their goals

I do that by bringing my team and personal experience to help solve your problems.

I can bring you peace of mind

When you call me, it’s always all about you 

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About Our Guest:

With all the attention dedicated to the residential real estate market, we all understand that no transaction can occur without financing. Ed Cairo (President, American Home Finance Group) helps people close easily and with great positive energy.

Realtor License since 1983. 

Mortgage Broker/Owner since 2000.

"We have a fully automated mortgage brokerage company that will get your deals closed on time. We are always available. With my 20 years lending experience, I work with my clients to structure a loan that makes sense for them."

American Home Finance Group NMLS 336310

Ed Cairo NMLS 322440

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

The Mackle Family Evolution

Episode 754 | 02.07.24 

From Generation to Generation:

The Evolution of the Mackle Family Business

In South Florida the Mackle family is know for building the famous "Mackle Houses" on Key Biscayne. Today they run their firm Worksite - a Professional Employer Organization.

We discuss the family's history in South Florida, tips to help you run your business more efficiently with the Worksite suite of services and how their family made the successful transition.

AND:

I have been getting lots of calls from folks looking to:

• pay off high interest rate credit card bills,
• remodel your homestead or investment property,
• find money for unexpected expenses or
• to just have an emergency cash cushion

Call me for HELOCS, REVERSE MORTGAGE LOANS and now may be the time to take out REHAB LOAN on your homestead or investment property to upgrade it.

WE ARE EXPERTS

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

Listen today to learn more about how we are helping others solve their problems!

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About Our Guests:

John Mackle is CEO and Co-founder of Worksite, a leading professional employer organization (PEO) celebrating its tenth anniversary. Worksite is based in North Port, Florida, with offices in Miami. Worksite serves the South and Central Florida, Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville markets, but it also has clients throughout the country.

Founded in 2014, Worksite’s mission is to provide small- and medium-sized businesses with a simple, fully integrated solution to the increasingly complicated problem of having employees. This solution encompasses payroll, HR, benefits, workers’ compensation, and more.

Frank Mackle III is President and CEO of The Mackle Company, a holding company with investments in stocks, bonds, and real estate. 

Frank served as President and CEO and Executive Vice President of The Mackle Company from 1986 to 2012. At the time, the Mackle Company was doing business as Avanti Products, the largest distributor of appliance products in the U.S., including refrigerators, freezers, wine coolers, ranges, air conditioners, and laundry products. Its retail partners included Best Buy, Target, and more than 300 other retail outlets.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

Medicare and YOU

Episode 753 | 01.31.24 

Medicare and YOU:

Matthew Gold (Med Matt) joins me to discuss what you need to know about Medicare

Supplement Plans

Advantage Plans

Part A

Part B

Part C

Part D

Its like a foreign language

Matt explains the basics

-We only have a few minutes...

reach him at:

Matt@medmatt.com

and

another topic for the over 65 set (and others):

I have been getting lots of calls from folks looking to:

• pay off high interest rate credit card bills,
• remodel your homestead or investment property,
• find money for unexpected expenses or
• to just have an emergency cash cushion

Call me for HELOCS, REVERSE MORTGAGE LOANS and now may be the time to take out REHAB LOAN on your homestead or investment property to upgrade it.

FLORIDA ONLY!

WE ARE EXPERTS

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

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About Our Guests:

I am Matthew Gold, better known as Med Matt. I am here to help you navigate the often confusing world of Medicare Supplements and Advantage plans, plus other insurance solutions. I will take the most complex components, terms and phrases and reduce them to bite size pieces. You will know exactly what your options are and how they work. I am here to give you the tools you need to get all your questions answered.

For me, this all began in 2012. I found myself looking for a new opportunity, changing my career in the mortgage industry for healthcare protection. As it turned out, a few years after my move, I had my own health issues that I had to deal with. This help me better understand what I needed to know as well as have a greater appreciation for healthcare insurance. Since then, my health is exceptionally good, my navigational skills through plans is spot on and I know, at a very personal level, the reasons why we all need insurance. Now you will too.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

Help With HELOCS

Episode 752 | 01.24.24 

HOME LOANS AND YOU:

HELOCS

REVERSE MORTGAGE LOANS

HOME REHAB LOANS

I have been getting lots of calls from folks looking to:

pay off high interest rate credit card bills,

remodel your homestead or investment property,

find money for unexpected expenses or

to just have an emergency cash cushion

Ed and I discuss HELOCS, REVERSE MORTGAGE LOANS and why now may be the time to take out REHAB LOAN on your homestead or investment property to upgrade it.

FLORIDA ONLY!

WE ARE EXPERTS

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

Listen today to learn more about how we are helping others solve their cash problems in days!

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About Our Guest:

With all the attention dedicated to the residential real estate market, we all understand that no transaction can occur without financing. Ed Cairo (President, American Home Finance Group) helps people close easily and with great positive energy.

Realtor License since 1983. 

Mortgage Broker/Owner since 2000.

"We have a fully automated mortgage brokerage company that will get your deals closed on time. We are always available. With my 20 years lending experience, I work with my clients to structure a loan that makes sense for them."

American Home Finance Group NMLS 336310

Ed Cairo NMLS 322440

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

HELOCS and Reverse Mortgage Loans And You 

Episode 751 | 01.17.24 

HELOCS

REVERSE MORTGAGE LOANS

REMODELING LOANS

AND YOU

I have been getting lots of calls from folks looking to:

• pay off high interest rate credit card bills,
• remodel your homestead or investment property,
• find money for unexpected expenses or
• to just have an emergency cash cushion

Ed and I discuss HELOCS, REVERSE MORTGAGE LOANS and why now may be the time to take out CONSTRUCTION LOANS on your homestead or investment property to upgrade it.

WE ARE EXPERTS

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

Listen today to learn more about how we are helping others solve their cash problems in days!

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About Our Guest:

With all the attention dedicated to the residential real estate market, we all understand that no transaction can occur without financing. Ed Cairo (President, American Home Finance Group) helps people close easily and with great positive energy.

Realtor License since 1983. 

Mortgage Broker/Owner since 2000.

"We have a fully automated mortgage brokerage company that will get your deals closed on time. We are always available. With my 20 years lending experience, I work with my clients to structure a loan that makes sense for them."

American Home Finance Group NMLS 336310

Ed Cairo NMLS 322440

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

Episode 750 | 01.10.24 

Today Marks The 750th Episode Of Fried On Business!

To celebrate our guest is Larry Zinn Executive General Manager of Warren Henry Auto Group.

Warren Henry has been the show's lead sponsor for the past 12+ years.

On the show we discuss:

how the auto industry has changed over the past 10 years

what the next ten years hold for the auto industry

Warren Henry in the Community

I show gratitude and give thanks to Larry and his team

I also share my thoughts on 15 years of broadcasts and 1,000's of guests and interviews.

And of course, thank you to YOU! Without you - we would have no show!

The show will be fun, entertaining and motivational!!

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About Our Guests:

Larry Zinn joined the family business in 2008, representing the 3rd generation of Warren Henry Auto Group. He has been around the business his whole life, and at an early age began working at the family dealership in various roles, from porter and car wash attendant to apprentice technician. During college he worked as a porter for Kelly Infiniti in Danvers, MA and in the summer of 2007 worked as a salesperson at the Volvo store in Gainesville, FL. Larry attended Boston University from 2004 to 2006, and completed his degree at Northwood University in 2008 where he received a double major in Automotive Marketing and Management. Additionally, he is a graduate of the NADA Academy’s Dealer Successor Program after completing the program in 2011.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

The Market Changed Now What

Episode 749 | 01.03.24

Pipeline Thin? 

No Idea What To Do Next? 

Get A Jump On Finding That New Gig In 2024 

With Tips From Head Hunter... Stephanie Cummings 

Stephanie Cummings - Founder - ARCANA - Executive Search

Stephanie works in the family office and executive search world in New York and Miami.

She focuses on mid- and upper level placement for the real estate, family office and private equity industries nationwide.

Jim and Stephanie discuss what is going on in the marketplace right now and what you can do today to better position yourself for future success.

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About Our Guest:

With five years of experience devoted to executive search within the real estate industry, Stephanie Cummings founded Arcana in 2023, leveraging her expertise to better serve clients and candidates with a high-touch, economical model. She covers business development, client relationships, and all aspects of search execution.

Although Stephanie’s focus is primarily on real estate and real assets, she has also successfully placed investment professionals for hedge fund, private equity/private credit, and venture capital clients.

Prior to founding Arcana, Stephanie specialized in real estate investment searches for boutique executive search firms in NYC and Miami. Her segue into real estate executive search followed a real estate portfolio management position for a family office in New York.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

Fried On Business: How To Create And Implement Your Plan For 2024...
Episode 748 | 12.27.23

In their annual new year podcast show Jim and Bruce look forward together. They discuss great ways to build your business and personal brand in 2024. Want to make a change? Jim and Bruce lay our the road map. Want to fine tune your current efforts - they have ideas on that too. 

Great fun. Great energy to start the new year 

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About Our Guest:

Bruce is one of the most sought-after international speakers on branding, creativity, and innovation. The Miami Herald says, “Bruce’s deep knowledge of the drivers of economic development and how best to use them to market yourself make him unique.” Discovery Channel says, “Bruce gets his message across through captivating storytelling that people understand, relate to, and learn from.”

Re/Max says Bruce is “Funny and charming and super engaging.”
Lockheed Martin says, “Bruce gave our team valuable insight on being customer-centric.” Bruce has published four insightful books on brand building. Forbes Magazine selected his most recent book, “All About Them,” as one of the top ten business books of the year. Amazon listed it #1 in customer service.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

Pay For Christmas with A HELOC

Episode 747 | 12.20.23

People are calling me to pull money out of their house right now.

One client spent two months working with a money center bank to get a HELOC.

We completed the transaction for him this month in five business days.

We are also helping people pull money out of their homes using reverse mortgage loans.

And... we are also helping a number of people qualify for traditional first mortgages that are moving to Miami from overseas, the northeast and California.

Ed Cairo and I discuss the current market conditions, why getting a home loan makes sense at this point in the cycle and how we can help you right now on properties located in Florida!

Let us bring you peace of mind!

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About Our Guest:

With all the attention dedicated to the residential real estate market, we all understand that no transaction can occur without financing. Ed Cairo (President, American Home Finance Group) helps people close easily and with great positive energy.

Realtor License since 1983. 

Mortgage Broker/Owner since 2000.

"We have a fully automated mortgage brokerage company that will get your deals closed on time. We are always available. With my 20 years lending experience, I work with my clients to structure a loan that makes sense for them."

American Home Finance Group NMLS 336310

Ed Cairo NMLS 322440

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

How To Protect Yourself from the Tax Man at Year End 

Episode 746 | 12.13.23

Today Jim is joined by Tom Handler.

Mr. Handler is an advanced planning attorney focused on the analysis and structuring of sophisticated estate plans and family offices, and handling taxation and business planning issues for business owners, executives, professional athletes, celebrities and family offices. He has extensive experience in the analysis, design and implementation of domestic and international business planning, financial and estate planning, asset protection, family office compliance and advanced tax planning strategies. Mr. Handler is a managing partner in Handler Thayer, LLP, where he chairs the firm’s Advanced Planning & Family Office Practice Group.

Jim and Tom discuss:

Estate Tax:

What are people doing at the year-end to minimize their Estate Tax risks?

Corporate Transparency Act:

What impact does this sweeping bill have on American Businesses?

Year-end Taxes:

What are some moves people are making to minimize income tax?

SCOTUS Tax Decisions

Tom discusses recent decisions and how they affect taxpayers.

Tom is witty and very informed - this is one you need to listen to before year end!

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About Our Guest:

Partner at Handler Thayer LLP, Thomas Handler is an advanced planning attorney that handles tax, business, and estate planning for business owners, executives, professional athletes, celebrities, and family offices. In a feature article, Private Wealth Magazine called him “one of the most respected Tax and Estate Attorneys in the world.” 

He has extensive experience in the analysis, design, and implementation of domestic and international business planning, financial & estate planning, asset protection, family office compliance, and advanced tax planning strategies. His experience includes estate contests, tax controversy, tax litigation, public accounting, and corporate and foundation directorships. 

Mr. Handler has authored numerous professional articles and lectured extensively both nationally and internationally at wealth industry, professional and family office educational conferences.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

HELOCS Are Hot

Episode 745 | 12.06.23

People are calling me to pull money out of their house right now.

One client spent two months working with a money center bank to get a HELOC.

We completed the transaction for him this month in five business days.

We are also helping people pull money out of their homes using reverse mortgage loans.

And... we are also helping a number of people qualify for traditional first mortgages that are moving to Miami from overseas, the northeast and California.

Ed Cairo and I discuss the current market conditions, why getting a home loan makes sense at this point in the cycle and how we can help you right now!

Let us bring you peace of mind!

All this and more today on Fried on Business

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About Our Guest:

With all the attention dedicated to the residential real estate market, we all understand that no transaction can occur without financing. Ed Cairo (President, American Home Finance Group) helps people close easily and with great positive energy.

Realtor License since 1983. 

Mortgage Broker/Owner since 2000.

"We have a fully automated mortgage brokerage company that will get your deals closed on time. We are always available. With my 20 years lending experience, I work with my clients to structure a loan that makes sense for them."

American Home Finance Group NMLS 336310

Ed Cairo NMLS 322440

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

The Debt Market is "Closed” - What Now?

Episode 744 | 11.29.23

The debt markets are in flux and that drives instability in the equity markets.

What comes next?

Loan sales? Receiverships?

What property type can be built and financed today at numbers that still make sense?

What is a "WIN" in today's market for legacy sponsors?

What is getting done on the residential mortgage side now?

All this and more on Fried on Business

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

Land Development and Investing
Episode 742 | 11.15.23

Lindsay Jarvis, Senior Partner and one of the founding members of BRD Land and Investment, and BRD Land and Investment's CEO, Maurice Johnson join Jim.

As many of you know, Warren Buffett's recent stock purchases in DR Horton, NVR-Ryan Homes and Lennar support the view that phenomenal growth and success is expected for those who invest in the residential Real Estate industry in the coming years.

Today Jim speaks with Lindsay and Mo about BRD Land and Investment and its capital arm, ‘Rockstar Capital Group’ and how they plan to work with Oasis Pro to lower costs, increase efficiency and potentially reach new investors.

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About Our Guests:

Lindsay Jarvis is a Senior Partner and co-founder of BRD Land & Investment and is responsible for oversight of company operations, capital raising, and legal interfacing.

Located in New Zealand, Mr. Jarvis is a seasoned business veteran with nearly 40 years of experience.

Mr. Jarvis spent 20 years owning and operating a successful construction company with nearly 120 staff members. Over that period, the company went on to complete over $40m of commercial and residential projects.

After 2013, Mr. Jarvis sought a new challenge and began researching markets in the Southeastern United States in search for build-for-rent communities. Mr. Jarvis would meet Mr. Burrell that same year and they would go on to form a partnership where they have built and sold over 1,000 homes.

Mr. Jarvis holds a degree in Construction Law from Auckland University Campus that includes expertise in areas of cost, feasibility, management, and appraisals.

Maurice Johnson is Chief Executive Officer of BRD Land & Investment and brings over eighteen years in the real estate industry and a proven track record of strategic planning and execution and driving organizational growth.

Mr. Johnson has a Bachelor’s degree from The Citadel and spent 8 years in public accounting with PricewaterhouseCoopers before shifting to a career in homebuilding.  Mr. Johnson joined Meritage Homes as the Charlotte Division President in 2016 and later the Area President. 

Mr. Johnson moved into the Chief Executive Officer role for BRD Land & Investment in 2023.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

Blockchain From Basics to the Broker Dealer 
Episode 741 | 11.08.23

Best Of Jim:
What is "Blockchain" and Why Oasis Pro?
THE FUTURE IS NOW

As part of Jim’s continuing series profiling authors Jim interviews Harold Hughes author of :
“A Kids Book About Blockchain”

You’ve heard Jim talking about his Blockchain powered portal to finance real estate deals with Oasis Pro.

Jim and Harold will discuss the basic building blocks of that technology.

AND

Pat LaVecchia, CEO of Oasis Pro & Jim's new partner,  is working with Jim, using Oasis Pro to help his clients
• lower their costs,
• increase operating efficiencies and
• potentially meet new investors.

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About Our Guests:

Harold Hughes is the founder & CEO of Bandwagon, a South Carolina-based experience technology company. Under his leadership, Bandwagon has raised more than $3M in venture capital and successfully acquired IdealSeat, Inc. in 2020. Harold has had his ideas validated as a graduate of the Founder Institute Accelerator (and now serves as Director for their Austin chapter), one of the inaugural companies in Google for Startups Black Founders Exchange Program, and most recently, the inaugural cohort of the IBM Blockchain Accelerator in 2019.

Pat LaVecchia is the Founder & CEO of Oasis Pro, a renowned blockchain expert, Fintech leader, board member, and keynote speaker with more than 25 years of senior level investment and banking experience including corpor pital markets, decentralized finance, and digital assets.
He has served on the Board of Directors of several public and private companies. He has also served as a Member of the NYSE Amex Listed Company Council and held roles across several advisory boards/non-profit boards, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the DTCC Executive Advisory Board for Private Securities (working group), among others.

A recognized thought leader in blockchain and digital assets, Pat promotes the idea of driving evolutionary change through technological advancements creating value for clients and stakeholders. As a CEO, Pat cultivates strategic partnerships, oversees technology development, and assembles specialized teams. His extensive expertise enables him to provide valuable guidance on corporate actions such as mergers and acquisitions, growth capital, acquisition finance, and recapitalization. 

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

Why Oasis Pro? 

Episode 740 | 11.01.23

Why Oasis Pro?

Today, Jim interviews Pat LaVecchia - CEO of Oasis Pro - Jim's new partner

Jim is working with Oasis Pro to help his clients

• lower their costs,
• increase operating efficiencies and
•  potentially meet new investors.

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About Our Guest:

Pat LaVecchia is the Founder & CEO of Oasis Pro, a renowned blockchain expert, Fintech leader, board member, and keynote speaker with more than 25 years of senior level investment and banking experience including corpor pital markets, decentralized finance, and digital assets.

He has served on the Board of Directors of several public and private companies. He has also served as a Member of the NYSE Amex Listed Company Council and held roles across several advisory boards/non-profit boards, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the DTCC Executive Advisory Board for Private Securities (working group), among others.

A recognized thought leader in blockchain and digital assets, Pat promotes the idea of driving evolutionary change through technological advancements creating value for clients and stakeholders. As a CEO, Pat cultivates strategic partnerships, oversees technology development, and assembles specialized teams. His extensive expertise enables him to provide valuable guidance on corporate actions such as mergers and acquisitions, growth capital, acquisition finance, and recapitalization.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

BlockChain Basics Everyone Can Understand

Episode 739 | 10.25.23

BlockChain Basics Everyone Can Understand

Today, as part of Jim’s continuing series, profiling authors appearing at the Miami Book Fair, Jim, interviews Herald, Hughes, author of :

“A kids book about Blockchain”

You’ve heard Jim talking about his Blockchain powered portal to finance real estate deals.

Jim and Herald will discuss the basic building blocks of that technology.

If you want to understand blockchain from the ground up, this is your show.

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About Our Guest:

Harold Hughes is the founder & CEO of Bandwagon, a South Carolina-based experience technology company. Under his leadership, Bandwagon has raised more than $3M in venture capital and successfully acquired IdealSeat, Inc. in 2020. Harold has had his ideas validated as a graduate of the Founder Institute Accelerator (and now serves as Director for their Austin chapter), one of the inaugural companies in Google for Startups Black Founders Exchange Program, and most recently, the inaugural cohort of the IBM Blockchain Accelerator in 2019.

A man of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Harold is actively involved in his community, participating on the Board of Directors for BEAM, a non-profit that focuses on the advancement of women entrepreneurs as they grow their companies as well as a founding team member of Amass, an end-to-end wealth building platform for Black Americans. To that end, Harold is also an active angel investor, investing in women, people of color, and Black founder-led companies. Most notably, he has invested in Partake Foods, the Jay-Z-backed CPG company making allergy-friendly snacks, as well as companies like Goodr, Chipper, Journey Foods, Republic, and Stix.

Harold Hughes is a graduate of Clemson University, where he received Bachelor’s degrees in both Economics (B.A.) and Political Science (B.A.). As a “Triple Tiger”, he also completed his MBA at Clemson before pursuing a graduate certificate in Innovation & Entrepreneurship at Stanford University.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com

A Unique View of Miami 

Episode 738 | 10.18.23

The Jewban Diaspora - A Unique View

Rosa Lowinger Discusses Her Powerful Memoir: Dwell Time: A Memoir of Art, Exile, and Repair 

Join us as we discuss Ms. Lowinger’s new book - an illuminating debut memoir by one of the few prominent Latinas in the field of art and architectural conservation; a moving portrait of a Cuban Jewish family’s intergenerational trauma; and a story about repair and healing that will forever change how you see the objects and places we cherish and how we manage damage and loss.

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About Our Guest:

Rosa Lowinger is a Cuban-born American writer and art conservator. The author of Tropicana Nights: The Life and Times of the Legendary Cuban Nightclub (Harcourt, 2005) and Promising Paradise: Cuban Allure American Seduction (Wolfsonian Museum, 2016). She is the founder and current vice-president of RLA Conservation, LLC, one of the U.S.’s largest woman-owned art and architectural conservation firms. A Fellow of the American Institute for Conservation, the Association for Preservation Technology, and the American Academy in Rome, Rosa writes regularly for popular and academic media about conservation, historic preservation, the visual arts, and Cuba.

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Jim Fried has been a real estate business person since 1980 and has had his own radio show since 2009.

Mr. Fried specializes in capitalizing commercial real estate transactions, unearthing urban land opportunities and is also a private lender.

He has been active in the real estate industry for many years as a financial intermediary, broker and investor. He has experience with many property types including, but not limited to: apartments, condominiums, retail centers, office buildings, industrial parks and health care – with a special focus on memory care.

Jim has closed over $3BB in real estate transactions during his career in markets across the eastern US.

Jim uses his communication skills to inform and entertain on his weekly podcast show – Fried on Business. Of course, the show discusses real estate, but he also tackles issues such as branding, sports business, philanthropy, entrepreneurship, public private partnerships as well as health and wellness.

He is also a mentor to many up and coming people in the real estate industry through his membership on the Board of The University of Florida’s Bergstrom Center for Real Estate Studies.

Mr. Fried is a winner of the Miami-Dade Public School Alumni Achievement Award.

Contact Jim via email at jim@friedonbusiness.com