In this episode of Commercial Connections: Investing with Confidence, host René Nelson, a Commercial Real Estate Broker in Eugene, Oregon, sits down with guest Cody Crist, a partner at Trinity Real Estate Investment Services and expert in single-tenant net lease investments. Together, they dive deep into the world of triple net (NNN) properties — specifically, Dollar General stores — and why these assets continue to be one of the most popular strategies for passive real estate investors.
EPISODE THEMES 📝
00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction
02:05 Understanding Dollar Stores and Triple Net Leases
05:04 Lease Structures and Investment Benefits
08:17 Dollar General's Development Process
17:36 Investor Considerations and Strategies
24:29 Understanding the Unique Market of Dollar General Stores
25:27 The Importance of Population Density in Store Performance
27:20 Cap Rates and Market Trends for Dollar General
29:44 REITs and Institutional Investments in Dollar General
31:22 Dollar General's Expansion and Remodeling Strategy
35:31 Lease Terms and Investment Strategies
45:17 The Evolution of Dollar General Leases
47:06 Final Thoughts and Advice for Investors
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CONNECT WITH CODY CRIST 🔗
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cody-crist-04478983/
Email: cody@trinityreis.com
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