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In The Lab with Ruben KanyaIndustrial Real Estate Syndications: Debt-Free with Joel Friedland - Episode #336Get the Midterm Rental Insurance Blueprint: https://experimentrealestate.com/#blueprintIn this deep-dive episode of In The Lab, Ruben sits down with Joel Friedland, founder of Brit Properties, to explore an uncommon but powerful approach to real estate syndication: acquiring industrial properties with no debt. Joel, who has been in the industrial real estate game since the age of 22, shares his evolution from working under a Chicago family office to building his own portfolio of high-performing industrial buildings.The conversation spans everything from the anatomy of industrial leases and long-term tenant retention to the personal values that shape...2025-07-281h 18
Fastlane Founders and Legacy with Jason Barnard: Personal Branding, AI Strategies, and SEO InsightsJoel Friedland with Jason Barnard on Fastlane Founders And Legacy. Debt-Free EmpireJoel Friedland talks with Jason Barnard about the debt-free empire.
Debt-Free Empire! Joel Friedland, CEO of Brit Properties, reveals his proven strategies for building a $100M industrial real estate syndication without debt. Drawing from his 43+ years of experience in Chicago's industrial market, Joel shares how he transformed relationship-based investing into a scalable online business model. Learn why debt-free investing creates "Steady Eddie" passive income and discover how to leverage AI and digital presence to attract accredited investors.
In this value-packed episode, you'll discover:- The debt-free syndication model that survived the 2008 financial crisis- Why industrial real estate generates consistent 7-8...2025-07-2224 min
Property Profits Real Estate PodcastWhy IRR is Irrelevant with Joel FriedlandJoel Friedland has been in the industrial real estate game for over 40 years, and he’s built his business on three key principles: focus, patience, and simplicity. Based in Chicago, Joel syndicates industrial properties—favoring small manufacturing buildings—and buys them with all cash. That’s right: no debt. He explains how his low-risk, long-term approach has protected his investors and his mental health—especially after weathering the 2008 crash with $70 million in personal guarantees.
In this episode, Joel walks host Dave Dubeau through how his strategy has evolved, how he scouts and acquires new properties (spoiler: door-knocking and thousa...2025-06-1226 min
The Best Ever CRE ShowLong-Term Leases, Reshoring Myths, and Safe Returns ft. Joel FriedlandOn this episode of the Passive Income Playbook, Pascal Wagner interviews Joel Friedland, a veteran industrial real estate investor and founder of Brit Properties. Joel shares his journey from cold-calling tenant leads in the 1980s to building a 100+ property portfolio—all purchased without using debt. He explains the appeal and stability of Class B industrial buildings in the Chicago market, his strategy of selling to users rather than investors for premium pricing, and the importance of investing with operators who prioritize safety and long-term thinking. Joel also offers a grounded take on reshoring trends, cautioning that labor shortages—not tari...2025-05-291h 05
Office Hours with David MeltzerJoel Friedland, Ben LamorteJoel FriedlandJoel has a 40 year track record in industrial real estate. He co-founded Epic/Savage Realty Partners in 1991 where he oversaw hiring and mentoring 60 industrial real estate professionals, many of whom became his partners. His group sold the firm to an international real estate company in 2014 and Joel started Brit Properties. As an industrial real estate broker and owner, Joel has secured over 2,000 industrial property leases and sales. His greatest accomplishment is maintaining valued relationships spanning five decades.Ben LamorteBen Lamorte has more OKRs coaching experience than anyone...2025-02-1337 min
Own the Outcome with Tyler DeverauxMaster Industrial Real Estate Success with Joel FriedlandIt's time to learn the secrets of industrial real estate with Joel Friedland, a seasoned expert who has mastered the art of the deal over four decades.Joel shares his journey and the invaluable lessons he's learned along the way. Whether navigating industrial parks or forming genuine connections with investors, Joel's insights a wealth of knowledge for aspiring and seasoned real estate professionals alike.Tune in to discover why fostering meaningful connections and owning your outcomes can propel your real estate endeavors to new heights.Thank you for listening to today's episode. If...2025-01-2251 min
The Industrial Real Estate PodcastIndustrial Real Estate Investor's Thoughts on the MarketJoel Friedland is one of my favorite people in the industrial real estate market.
I was pleased to have interviewed him a couple years ago and we were well overdue for a follow up interview.
In this captivating interview Joel provides a ton of insights into the state of the market!
About Joel:
Joel has a 42 year track record in industrial real estate. He co-founded Epic/Savage Realty Partners in 1991 where he oversaw hiring and mentoring 60 industrial real estate...2024-12-121h 04
Winning The MomentEpisode 79: The High Stakes of Business with Joel FriedlandWelcome to Episode 79 of the Winning The Moment Podcast! In this captivating episode, we are thrilled to host Joel Friedland, a distinguished real estate professional with over 40 years of expertise in the industrial real estate sector.Joel co-founded Epic/Savage Realty Partners in 1991, where he successfully hired and mentored a team of 60 industrial real estate professionals, many of whom went on to become his partners. After selling the firm to an international real estate company in 2014, Joel launched Brit Properties, overseeing leasing, sales, and asset management for a diverse...2024-11-271h 00
The Most Dwanderful Real Estate Podcast Ever!Joel Friedland's Journey Through Trials and Triumphs in Industrial SpacesSend us a textRaise your glasses with us, as we toast to the triumphs and trials in the tapestry of real estate! In a heartfelt conversation with the industrial real estate virtuoso Joel Friedland, we uncover the rugged beauty of tenant-occupied properties and the astonishing resilience of industrial spaces. As we venture through Joel's portfolio of 19 buildings, you'll find a treasure trove of insights into the adaptability of these structures, ranging from postal depots to athletic facilities, and the surprising fact that a mere quarter are owner-occupied.Life, much like real estate, is a...2024-08-2052 min