Ironclad Underwriting Podcast
The Ironclad Underwriting Podcast—where precision meets performance in commercial real estate. I'm your host, Jason Williams, and every week, we dive deep into the strategies, systems, and stories behind rock-solid underwriting.
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How to Read a Rent Roll and Uncover the Numbers Behind the Deal (opens the original)
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A rent roll can tell you a lot about a property, but it should never be accepted at face value. In this episode of the Ironclad Underwriting Podcast, Jason and Frank break down how to properly analyze a rent roll, identify inconsistencies, and verify whether the numbers actually reflect the property’s performance. They discuss lease audits, tenant estoppels, concessions, delinquency, lease expiration patterns, market rent, loss to lease, and the importance of comparing the rent roll against the
Understanding Expense Ratios in Commercial Real Estate (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Ironclad Underwriting Podcast, Jason Williams and Frank Patalano take a deep dive into expense ratios and explain why understanding operating expenses is essential when evaluating a commercial real estate investment. They discuss how property age, class, location, and management can impact expenses and why investors should avoid relying on blanket assumptions when underwriting a deal. The conversation also explores payroll, reserves, utilities, property management, control
T12 vs T3 vs Pro Forma: What the Numbers Really Tell You (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Ironclad Underwriting Podcast, Jason Williams and Frank Patalano break down the differences between T12, T9, T6, T3, T1, and pro forma numbers when evaluating a commercial real estate investment. They explain how looking at shorter time periods can reveal trends that a traditional T12 may hide, while also highlighting the risks of relying too heavily on pro forma projections and seller provided numbers. The conversation emphasizes the importance of detailed underwriting, d
Property Taxes Can Make or Break Your Deal (opens the original)
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Property taxes are one of the biggest expenses commercial real estate investors need to get right when underwriting a deal. In this episode of the Ironclad Underwriting Podcast, Jason Williams and Frank Patalano break down how property taxes are assessed, why tax projections can change dramatically after a purchase, and why investors need to understand their local tax rules before closing. The conversation covers everything from protesting tax assessments and understanding millage rates to navig
Active Roles in a GP: What Really Counts? (opens the original)
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Jason Williams and Frank Patalano dive into what it really means to have an active role in a GP team, especially when raising capital for a syndication or joint venture. They discuss the importance of understanding SEC requirements, the difference between simply raising capital and actively contributing to a deal, and the many responsibilities that can make someone an active GP member. From underwriting and due diligence to asset management, investor relations, CapEx, lender communication, accou
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