The Lone Star Capital Podcast

Mar 07 2025 278 ep. 38 mins 12
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The Lone Star Capital Podcast interviews institutional investors to learn more about their strategies, sponsor and investment criteria, due diligence process, and asset management practices.

New episodes every Monday at 9am EST.

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Fund Friday E68: How to Build Wealth Through Passive Real Estate Investing with Randy Smith

Mar 07 2025 32 mins  
In this episode, Craig McGrouther and Randy Smith discuss Randy's journey from corporate sales to real estate investing, the current market dynamics, and the importance of due diligence and operator selection. They explore the challenges and strategies in capital raising, the significance of diversification for investors, and Randy's coaching initiatives aimed at helping new capita

Founder's Insights E24 Exit Cap Rates

Mar 05 2025 11 mins  
I just got back from an amazing trip to Sedona after RaiseFest in Phoenix! Great hikes, pickleball, cigars, and, of course, plenty of real estate talk. One topic that kept coming up was exit cap rates. Many investors default to widening their exit cap rate for conservatism but in today’s market, that strategy doesn’t always make sense, especially for value-add deals. Your exit

E84: Navigating Today’s Multifamily Investment Landscape

Mar 03 2025 50 mins  
On this episode of the Lone Star Capital Podcast, Craig McGrouther and I take you on a journey through some of our latest experiences and insights. We start with our trip to Sedona and our time at RaiseFest, where we connected with industry leaders, shared ideas, and picked up valuable lessons along the way. From there, we dive into some big developments in the real estate world, i

Fund Friday E67: The Journey to Multifamily Investing with Twin Lux Capital

Feb 28 2025 41 mins  
In this episode, Craig McGrouther interviews Aaron and Jacob Thomas, founders of Twin Lux Capital, about their entrepreneurial journey from traditional jobs to raising capital in real estate. They discuss their initial foray into Airbnb, the transition to multifamily investments, and the importance of education and taking risks in entrepreneurship. In this conversation, Aaron and J

Founder's Insights E23 Underwriting R&M and CapEx

Feb 26 2025 11 mins  
Are you forgetting about recurring CapEx in your underwriting? How confident are you that your budget accounts for everything? The reality is, recurring CapEx expenses can sneak up on you, especially with older properties. Things like appliance replacements, HVAC systems, and even roof repairs add up quickly. If you’re not factoring those in, your cash flow might take a hit. In t

E83: Understanding Dual Class Syndications and Capital Calls

Feb 24 2025 38 mins  
In this episode of the Lone Star Capital podcast, Craig McGrother and I discuss various topics related to real estate investing, including capital calls and dual tranche syndication structures. We explore the challenges of in-house construction and accounting considerations, as well as current market trends in multifamily real estate. Our conversation also touches on the importance

Fund Friday E66: The Evolution of Industrial Real Estate with Gregg Gruehl

Feb 21 2025 45 mins  
In episode, Craig McGrouther interviews Greg Gruehl, founder of Gruehl Capital Management Partners, who shares his unique journey into the world of industrial real estate. From his early influences and experiences during the financial crisis to navigating the COVID boom, Greg discusses the intricacies of industrial leasing, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the innovative str

Founder's Insights E22: Capital Calls

Feb 19 2025 17 mins  
Capital calls are often perceived as a touchy subject in real estate investing. Many investors view them negatively, associating them with financial distress and mismanagement. However, capital calls are not inherently bad; rather, their implications depend on context, execution, and purpose. Instead of treating all capital calls as the same, it’s crucial to explore the nuances a

E82: Why Simplicity Wins in Real Estate Investing | James McCabe

Feb 18 2025 77 mins  
In this episode, Craig and I are joined by James McCabe to discuss his creation of the Placement Fund. We explore the fund’s structure, investment strategy, and the critical role of risk management in today’s market. We also discuss the challenges of raising capital, the value of offering fixed returns, and the impact of fluctuating interest rates. Emphasizing a conservative in

Fund Friday E65: 2025 NMHC Recap & Market outlook with Brad Oliver

Feb 14 2025 35 mins  
In this episode, Craig McGrouther and Bradley Oliver, Director of Acquisitions at Lone Star Capital, discuss the recent NMHC conference and reflect on the multifamily housing market in 2024. They review our acquisition achievements, the challenges posed by market volatility, and the cautious optimism observed at NMHC. Looking ahead to 2025, they outline our focus on deal flow, part