Commercial Property Advisors
Insight, market updates and wisdom from America's leading commercial real estate mentors, including Peter Harris, the author of the book Commercial Real Estate Investing for Dummies.
Peter Harris Live (10/20/26): Find, Fund & Control Deals Anywhere
Discover how to find, analyze, fund, and manage multifamily and commercial properties from anywhere. In this training, Peter breaks down the systems successful investors use to buy properties outside their local market while minimizing risk and maintaining control.
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Peter Harris Live (10/13/26): How to Take Action Before You Feel Ready
Making an offer is where most aspiring investors get stuck. They study, analyze, watch videos, and wait for certainty that never comes. In this week's training, Peter breaks down the five fears that stop investors from taking action and shows how to overcome them with a practical framework built around confidence, due diligence, mentorship, and action.
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Peter Harris Live (10/06/26): Do More With Less—The Multifamily Leverage Ladder
This week's live session breaks down the Real Estate Leverage Ladder — a step‑by‑step system that shows beginners how to buy commercial and multifamily properties without needing millions in the bank. Peter explains how smart investors use leverage, not large savings, to control income‑producing assets and accelerate their path to financial freedom.
Student Spotlight:
Chris believed commercial real estate was only for wealthy people — until he realized he didn’t need millions; he needed leverage. Today, Chris is learning the leverage ladder and is already moving toward his first multifamily deal, proving that anyone can begin bu...
Peter Harris Live (09/29/26): 3 Tax Moves Every Multifamily Investor Must Know
Discover how multifamily investors reduce their tax burden using three powerful moves the IRS fully allows. In this training, Peter breaks down the tax principles behind real estate ownership — including why income follows assets, why W‑2 earners pay the highest tax rates, and how multifamily properties unlock deductions a paycheck can never provide.
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Peter Harris Live (09/22/26): The Power of One Multifamily Deal
Discover how one well‑chosen multifamily deal can reset your financial future. In this episode, Peter Harris breaks down the exact blueprint behind a powerful first deal. You’ll learn how to evaluate deals using real sales comps, how to spot true rent‑increase potential, and how to determine whether a neighborhood can support long‑term cash flow and appreciation.
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Peter Harris Live (09/15/26): Small Property, Big Income (The 1‑5‑3 Model)
Discover how one well‑chosen multifamily property can produce three different income streams — giving you more stability, more cash flow potential, and a higher property value over time. In this training, Peter breaks down the 1‑5‑3 Advantage: 1 property, 5 units, 3 income strategies.
This model is designed to help you:
You’ll also learn how to spot multi‑income opportunities and determine whether your property qualifies for short‑term or mid‑term rentals using thre...
Peter Harris Live (09/08/2026): Investor Partnership Strategies for Buying Commercial Real Estate
Think you’re too busy to invest in commercial real estate—or that you need years to save enough money for a down payment? Investor partnerships could provide another path.
In this episode of Peter Harris Live, Peter breaks down the investor partnership playbook from start to finish, showing how investors can work with capital partners while creating real value and keeping equity in the deal.
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Peter Harris Live (09/1/2026): How to Pick a Location that Builds Wealth
Discover how to choose a multifamily location that builds long‑term wealth — even if you’re a beginner and far from perfect. In this training, Peter breaks down the three location principles that protect new investors, increase demand, and create long‑term appreciation.
Student Spotlight:
You’ll see how one of our students, Dishawn, bought an off‑market 18‑unit property for $660,000, raised rents, increased NOI, and watched the building appraise at $1.21 million — all because he chose a dominant location with strong demand drivers. Despite making mistakes, the location carried the deal, allowing him to raise rents, increase NOI, and...
Peter Harris Live (08/25/26): How to Invest With Nothing Down & KEEP the Equity
Getting into a commercial real estate deal with little to nothing down sounds great—but what happens when capital partners enter the picture? If you aren't structured into the deal correctly, you could find the opportunity, create six figures in equity, and still walk away with little more than a finder's fee.
In this episode of Peter Harris Live, Peter explains how to position yourself as a valuable principal in the deal so you can stay in and participate in the equity, monthly revenue, and long-term upside you helped create.
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Peter Harris Live! (08/18/26): Build Legacy Wealth with Commercial Real Estate
Discover how commercial real estate can redefine your family’s financial future and create a legacy that provides stability, income, and long‑term security. You’ll see how ordinary people with W‑2 jobs, busy schedules, and limited savings have changed their financial trajectory by turning one well‑chosen commercial property into a generational asset.
This training is designed to help you:
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Peter Harris Live! (08/11/26): Why 5–40 Units Is the Smartest Place to Start
Discover why 5–40 units is the smartest place to start in multifamily investing — the perfect size range for your first deal. In this week's episode, Peter shows how this range gives beginners the control, stability, and leverage they need to confidently acquire their first commercial property.
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Peter Harris Live (08/04/26): Getting Deals Under Contract
Getting your first commercial deal under contract is the moment everything changes. In this episode, Peter shows you how to stop holding back, stop over‑analyzing, and finally take the step that puts your wealth in motion.
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Student Spotlight:
Meet Mario, who joined with zero experience and, just thre...
Peter Harris Live (07/28/26): Why Multifamily Beats Traditional Retirement
Discover why multifamily real estate is the best vehicle to build your own pension—and why relying on Wall Street leaves you with uncertainty instead of security.
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You’ll meet Bill, who built his own pension...
Peter Harris Live (07/21/26): Good Deals Aren’t Found — They’re Made
In this week's episode, you'll discover why strong commercial deals aren’t just found — they’re made. Peter breaks down the strategy behind repositioning multifamily properties, creating value, and making your deals.
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You’ll also hear from Kendrick, a CPA and retired 20‑year Air Force veteran, who took a tired 8‑unit, transformed it inside and out, more than doubled the rents, more than doubled the value — and kept his tenants through the entire process. His story is proof that the right improvements can change both the property and the investor.
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Peter Harris Live (07/14/26): Government‑Backed Real Estate Playbook
This week's live session breaks down our government‑backed real estate playbook — the programs that lower down payments, guarantee rents, and make commercial deals possible for beginners. Peter simplifies the financing tools, the loan guarantees, and the housing voucher systems that turn Section 8 into reliable, stress‑free cash flow.
Student Spotlight:
You’ll also hear how Ken used these steps to acquire a 24‑unit property, raise its performance, and grow it from a $1.2M purchase to a $2.9M valuation — building roughly $1.7M in wealth in three years using government support. He’ll walk through the government program he used...
Peter Harris Live (07/07/2026): Mobile Home and RV Park Comparison
If you’re exploring accessible ways to invest in commercial real estate, this week's session breaks down one of the most overlooked options: Mobile Home Parks and RV Parks.
We compare both models, explain how their operations differ, and help you decide which aligns with your goals. You’ll also hear from Tiffany, a student who built a portfolio of parks while using real estate to support the work she loves most.
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Peter Harris Live: (06/30/26) How Mid‑Term Rentals Lift Revenue and Value
In this training, you'll discover a step‑by‑step framework for using mid‑term rentals to raise a property’s income and value— without adding a single new unit.
This model is designed to help you:
▪️Increase monthly revenue
▪️Lift NOI and force appreciation
▪️Identify when mid‑term rentals outperform long‑term leases
▪️Convert only the units that make strategic sense
▪️Read market demand so you know when not to convert
This is a clear, numbers‑driven strategy session for multifamily owners who want to engineer value, not wait for the market to do it.
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Peter Harris Live (06/23/26): How to Make the Switch From Full‑Time Job to Full‑Time Investor
A demanding W‑2 job on one side. Passive revenue and control of your time on the other. This week's training shows how ordinary working people make that switch through commercial real estate — starting with the resources they already have and the mindset that makes the transition possible.
You’ll learn:
▪️How to begin with what you already have (HELOC, retirement, home equity)
▪️Why waiting until you “feel ready” quietly costs years
▪️The three mindset shifts that separate investors from lifelong employees
▪️How to protect what you’ve built while creating new passive income
▪️Why age, backgr...
Peter Harris Live (06/16/26): From Residential to Commercial
Most residential investors assume commercial real estate is a huge leap — one that requires more money, more experience, or more sophistication than they have. In this training, we show why that barrier is mostly mental, and how the skills you already use in residential rentals transfer directly into commercial investing when you have the right mentorship beside you.
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Peter Harris Live (06/09/26): Buy Your First Multifamily Without Using Your Own Money
Most beginners believe commercial real estate is out of reach — especially without a pile of capital saved. In this live training, we break down the core principles that show why that belief is false and how beginners can acquire small multifamily properties through smart structure, creative partnerships, and value‑add strategy.
You’ll learn how to:
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You’ll also hear from Devin, who shares exactly how he acquired...
4 Landmines That Will Kill Your Real Estate Deal
Discover 4 hidden landmines that wipe out cash flow, mislead new investors, and turn “great real estate deals” into financial disasters. If you want to analyze deals with confidence and protect your investment from costly surprises, this is the breakdown you can’t afford to skip.
Tuesdays with Peter LIVE! Register for our next session: https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/peter-harris-live/
Get your free copy of my best selling book, "Commercial Real Estate for Beginners": https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/free-book/
Every successful commercial real estate investor has a mentor. Get your mentor here: https://www.commerc...
Skip Single Family Investing, Go Straight to Commercial
Discover four reasons beginners should skip single-family investing and start with commercial real estate from day one.
Tuesdays with Peter LIVE! Register for our next session: https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/peter-harris-live/
Get your free copy of my best selling book, "Commercial Real Estate for Beginners": https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/free-book/
Every successful commercial real estate investor has a mentor. Get your mentor here: https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/protege-program/
Questions or Comments? Text PETER to 833-942-4516
The Sweet Spot for Multifamily Beginners (5-20 Units)
Discover the most overlooked and profitable segment in multifamily real estate. Most beginners crowd into duplexes and fourplexes, while institutional investors dominate the 50–100 unit space. But between them lies a wide‑open opportunity where new investors can thrive.
In this podcast, you’ll learn:
Peter Harris Live (3/31/26): Landmines that Kill Deals
Are you stepping into commercial real estate for the first time? Before you sign anything, you need to know the four hidden landmines that can destroy your deal, wipe out your cash flow, and crush your confidence. After 25+ years of coaching investors and reviewing deals across the country, we’ve seen these mistakes derail beginners again and again.
In this training, you'll learn:
▪️The #1 reason beginners fail (it’s not what you think)
▪️Why trusting seller numbers can cost you thousands
▪️How “proformas” mislead new investors
▪️The emotional trap that makes smart people overpay
▪️The silent...
Peter Harris Live (3/24/26): Getting Starting with Commercial Real Estate
Most people think you need to “start small” in real estate—buy a house, then a duplex, then a fourplex—before you’re ready for commercial. That belief slows people down for years.
In this live session, I’m proving you can start with commercial real estate from day one. You’ll meet Jared, who skipped residential entirely and bought a 140‑unit RV park at 17 years old using seller financing. Now 19, he’s running the property and building his commercial portfolio without ever touching a duplex.
We’ll break down:
• How he found the deal
• How he...
Build Your Own Pension with Multifamily Real Estate
Most Americans are falling behind on retirement — but you don’t have to. Discover how two beginner investors, Bill and Chris, built their own pension using multifamily real estate. Two different strategies. One powerful outcome: financial security and control.
You’ll hear how Bill used his self‑directed IRA to buy a 24‑unit property with $480K in equity on day one, and how Chris cashed out his retirement accounts, bought 18 units, neutralized $180K in taxes, and forced $360K in appreciation with simple rent increases.
If they can do it, so can you.
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Peter Harris Live (3/17/26): How to Raise Capital for Your First Multifamily Deal
Raising private capital for your first multifamily deal feels impossible when you have no track record. Investors want proof—but you need their capital to create that proof. In this training, you'll discover how beginners raise money ethically and confidently, including:
• How to identify fundable properties investors actually want
• How to structure partnerships that protect everyone
• How to build trust when you’re brand new
• Real numbers from real deals so you know what investors look for
Plus, special guest Jaden joins us. Three years ago he had minimal money, no experience, and no track...
How to Reduce Taxes & Build Wealth with Multifamily Real Estate
Discover how real estate investors reduce their taxes to little or nothing and accelerate their wealth—using two powerful strategies built directly into the U.S. tax code. In this podcast, Peter breaks down cost segregation and 100% bonus depreciation, showing you exactly how they work and why savvy investors rely on them year after year.
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Peter Harris Live (3/10/26): Your Ideal First Multifamily Property
Discover the property size that's perfectly positioned for beginning investors—and why most people completely miss it.
Plus, you’ll hear directly from Darryl, one of our students who discovered his ideal starting point in multifamily by focusing on this exact property size range. His story is a real‑world example of how quickly things shift when you stop searching blindly and start searching strategically.
You'll learn:
• The exact property size range that works best for first acquisitions
• Why this range is available while everything else is crowded
• Who you're actually competing against (and...
Peter Harris Live (3/3/26): How to Evaluate Any Multifamily Deal in 5 Minutes
Overthinking kills more multifamily deals than bad numbers ever will. In this live training, Peter breaks down the exact 5‑minute framework he uses to evaluate every multifamily investment — whether it’s 4 units or 400.
You’ll learn:
• How to gather the right property information
• The key multifamily metrics that actually matter
• The decision framework that removes the guesswork
• How to make a clear go/no‑go call in minutes
Plus, you'll hear from Kendrick, one of our Protégés, who used this framework to evaluate and close on his 8‑unit property — and has since more than...
Multifamily is the New Retirement Plan
Discover why multifamily real estate has become the new retirement plan for everyday investors—and how redefining risk is the first step toward building a stable, predictable financial future.
Tuesdays with Peter LIVE! Register for our next session: https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/peter-harris-live/
Get your free copy of my best selling book, "Commercial Real Estate for Beginners": https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/free-book/
Every successful commercial real estate investor has a mentor. Get your mentor here: https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/protege-program/
Questions or Comments? Text PETER to 833-942-4516
Peter Harris Live (2/24/26): How to Fund Your 1st Multifamily & Commercial Real Estate Deal
Many new investors think funding is the biggest barrier to getting their first commercial or multifamily deal done. In reality, you have far more options than you realize—and several don’t require perfect credit, huge savings, or even a bank. In this training, Peter breaks down every viable funding strategy for beginners and shows you exactly when and how to use each one.
Tuesdays with Peter LIVE! Register for our next session: https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/peter-harris-live/
Get your free copy of my best selling book, "Commercial Real Estate for Beginners": https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com...
Peter Harris Live (2/17/26): How to Get Your 1st Multifamily Deal
If you’re stuck with slow‑moving single-family rental cash flow—or you’ve been researching multifamily for months without taking action—this live training with Peter will show you the path forward. Discover the 5‑step process to find, evaluate, and close your first multifamily property so you can finally move toward meaningful income and long‑term wealth.
In this session, you’ll discover:
• How to find multifamily deals worth pursuing (even in a competitive market)
• The key numbers that actually matter for commercial property
• How to structure offers with built‑in protection
• Financing options for firs...
3 Powerful Reasons Why Multifamily Will Thrive in 2026
2026 is shaping up to be one of the strongest entry points for multifamily investors. Discover 3 key trends driving multifamily demand, stability, and long‑term growth.
In this podcast, you’ll learn:
Perfect for new investors who want a clear, data‑driven outlook on the multifamily market.
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Get your free copy of my best s...
Peter Harris Live (2/10/26): Build Your Own Pension with Multifamily
Multifamily has become the new retirement plan—and for good reason. Multifamily real estate delivers both consistent cash flow and long‑term equity growth, while also offering powerful tax advantages you won’t find in traditional investments.
And no matter what the markets do, people will always need a place to live. That’s why affordable multifamily housing remains in demand through every economic cycle, making it one of the most resilient and reliable paths to long‑term wealth and retirement security.
In this live session, you’ll learn:
• How to use your retirement funds to buy mu...
The 4 M's of Real Estate — A Proven Framework for Success
Unlock the real foundation of successful investing with the 4 M’s of real estate: Management, Money, Marketing, and Maintenance. Discover how each of the 4 M’s works, why they matter, and how one weak link can cause your entire property to underperform.
Tuesdays with Peter LIVE! Register for our next session: https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/peter-harris-live/
Get your free copy of my best selling book, "Commercial Real Estate for Beginners": https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/free-book/
Every successful commercial real estate investor has a mentor. Get your mentor here: https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/protege-program/
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Peter Harris Live (2/3/26): Tax Strategies for Real Estate Investors
Want to save on taxes and build wealth? Discover the most powerful tax strategies commercial and multifamily investors use.
Tuesdays with Peter LIVE! Register for our next session: https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/peter-harris-live/
Get your free copy of my best selling book, "Commercial Real Estate for Beginners": https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/free-book/
Every successful commercial real estate investor has a mentor. Get your mentor here: https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/protege-program/
Questions or Comments? Text PETER to 833-942-4516
How Much Time Do You Need to Invest in Commercial Real Estate?
You don’t need 20–40 extra hours a week to invest in commercial real estate. In this podcast, I explain why—and give you the real timeline behind getting your first deal.
What you’ll learn in this video:
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Peter Harris Live (1/27/26): Small Changes, Big Profits
Commercial and multifamily deals aren’t just found — they’re made. Join Peter and Julia as they walk you through how small, simple changes can unlock value in properties most investors pass by, and how to spot hidden opportunities inside deals that look “bad” at first glance. A clear, strategy‑driven session on seeing what others miss — and turning small adjustments into meaningful gains.
Tuesdays with Peter LIVE! Register for our next session: https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/peter-harris-live/
Get your free copy of my best selling book, "Commercial Real Estate for Beginners": https://www.commercialpropertyadvisors.com/free-book...
Which Legal Entity is Best for Commercial Real Estate?
Discover the best legal entity structure for commercial and multifamily real estate. In this training, I break down the exact framework I’ve used for 25+ years to protect my assets, minimize risk, and maximize tax advantages.
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