Alex Lopez, Author at Adventures in CRE https://www.adventuresincre.com/author/alexadventuresincre-com/ Real Estate: AI, Financial Modeling, Careers, Education Tue, 12 Aug 2025 23:54:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://www.adventuresincre.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/green-background-36x36.png Alex Lopez, Author at Adventures in CRE https://www.adventuresincre.com/author/alexadventuresincre-com/ 32 32 Introducing AI Edge – The CRE Playbook for Staying Ahead | S6E6 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s6e6/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:14:08 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1161255 In this finale to Season 6 of the Adventures in CRE Audio Series, Sam, Spencer, and Michael share an exciting new initiative: AI Edge—a first-of-its-kind program designed to help CRE professionals become AI native. After a season exploring the power, complexity, and opportunity of artificial intelligence in real estate, the team turns their attention to […]

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]]> Your 30-Day AI Challenge – From Curious to Capable | S6E5 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s6e5/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:13:23 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1161247 In this episode of the Adventures in CRE Audio Series, the team issues a practical challenge: become AI capable in just 30 days. Sam sets the stage for listeners who feel AI is “too techy” or overwhelming, and Spencer outlines a step-by-step roadmap that anyone—regardless of background—can follow to build real AI fluency. From understanding […]

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]]> What Really Matters: Filtering AI Trends for CRE Success | S6E4 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s6e4/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:12:48 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1161223 In this episode of the Adventures in CRE Audio Series, Sam, Spencer, and Michael tackle a challenge many CRE professionals face in the AI era: overwhelm. From doomscrolling LinkedIn headlines to the fear of missing out on the “next big thing,” it’s easy to feel lost in a flood of innovation. The trio explores how […]

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]]> Becoming AI Native – Mastery, Multipliers, and the Future of Work | S6E3 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s6e3/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:11:43 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1161189 In this episode of the Adventures in CRE Audio Series, the team explores one of the most important traits for professionals in the AI era: becoming AI native. Spencer defines the term and outlines what sets apart those who will truly thrive—from instinctively using AI tools to knowing which model is best for the job […]

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]]> AI Is Not a Fad: Why CRE Professionals Can’t Ignore AI | S6E2 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s6e2/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:10:38 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1161179 In this episode of the Adventures in CRE Audio Series, Sam shares a surprising encounter in Boise that sparks a bigger conversation: is AI a true paradigm shift or just another passing trend in commercial real estate? Spencer introduces a bold thesis—those who ignore AI risk becoming the Kodaks of CRE—and Michael pushes back with […]

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]]> Welcome to Season 6: The CRE Era of AI | S6E1 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s6e1/ Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:09:14 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1155945 In this opening episode of Season 6, the Adventures in CRE team—Sam Carlson, Spencer Burton, and Michael Belasco—returns with a powerful message: the age of AI in commercial real estate has arrived. Kicking things off with energy and insight, the trio shares why this season is laser-focused on artificial intelligence and how it’s reshaping the […]

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]]> Quick Intro to the A.CRE Audio Series Season 5 | S5E1 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s5e1/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:38:24 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s4e1-copy/ Welcome to Season 5 of the A.CRE Audio Series! Join Spencer Burton and Michael Belasco as they kick off an exciting new season filled with insights into the future of commercial real estate. While co-host Sam Carlson couldn’t make it due to snowy conditions in Idaho, Spencer and Michael bring the heat from sunny Miami. […]

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]]> What’s New at A.CRE | S5E2 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s5e2/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:37:39 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1039123 In this episode of the Adventures in CRE Audio Series, Spencer Burton and Michael Belasco catch up on what’s new—both personally and professionally—and share exciting updates from A.CRE. They reflect on Michael’s RV@Olympic development project, where they overcame challenges like building the largest septic system in Clallam County, while also teasing plans to expand the […]

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]]> Modeling Like a Deal Seasoned Pro – Accelerator 3 | S5E3 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s5e3/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:36:35 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1039143 In this episode of the Adventures in CRE Audio Series, Spencer Burton and Michael Belasco revisit a popular topic: Modeling Like a Deal Seasoned Pro. In conjunction with the launch of the Accelerator 3.0, they reflect on the origins of the Accelerator program and how it was designed to fill a gap in real estate […]

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]]> Generative AI – The New Frontier in CRE | S5E4 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s5e4/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:35:09 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1039165 In this episode of the Adventures in CRE Audio Series, Spencer Burton and Michael Belasco dive deep into the world of Generative AI and its implications for commercial real estate (CRE). Spencer explains what generative AI is, how it differs from traditional AI, and its growing role in improving workflows across industries. They also discuss […]

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]]> AI Agents – From Insights to Action | S5E5 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s5e5/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:34:52 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1039171 In this episode of the Adventures in CRE Audio Series, Spencer Burton and Michael Belasco explore AI Agents, a revolutionary advancement in technology designed to automate repetitive yet sophisticated tasks. Unlike traditional SaaS solutions, AI agents are highly adaptable, functioning like bodiless robots that seamlessly integrate into workflows without requiring new software or complex interfaces. […]

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]]> CRE Agents – Spencer’s New Venture | S5E6 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s5e6/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:33:25 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1039173 In this exciting episode of the Adventures in CRE Audio Series, Spencer Burton unveils his latest venture, CRE Agents, a vertical AI agentic platform designed to revolutionize commercial real estate operations. Built upon technology prototyped at Stablewood, CRE Agents aims to automate repetitive tasks across 17 key functional areas in the industry, empowering professionals to […]

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]]> Physical AI and the Future of Commercial Real Estate | S5E7 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s5e7/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:32:26 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1039175 In this episode of the A.CRE Audio Series, Season 5, Spencer and Michael explore the game-changing concept of Physical AI in commercial real estate. They break down how robotics and automation, powered by advancements like NVIDIA’s Cosmos platform, are poised to revolutionize property operations. From cashierless stores to drones that conduct property inspections, the potential […]

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]]> AIs Impact on People | S5E8 https://www.adventuresincre.com/audioseries-s5e8/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 14:31:26 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/?p=1039177 In this episode of the Adventures in CRE Audio Series, Spencer Burton and Michael Belasco take on a critical topic: the ethical and practical implications of AI’s impact on people within the commercial real estate (CRE) industry. As automation and AI agents become increasingly prevalent, the conversation explores both the opportunities and the challenges these […]

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]]> A.CRE Real Estate Financial Models Download Guide (Updated December 2024) https://www.adventuresincre.com/a-cre-real-estate-financial-models-download-guide/ Tue, 31 Dec 2024 15:00:52 +0000 https://www.adventuresincre.com/cre-company-database-tool-copy/ Since I started working with A.CRE, I wanted to find a way to easily find the different models, modules, tools, and tutorials the guys have shared from the Library of Excel Real Estate Financial Models. After some time helping out our readers who reach out through our Contact page, asking what the best model is […]

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