099: Master Industrial Real Estate Diversification with Ben Fraser

Episode 99: Master Industrial Real Estate Diversification with Ben Fraser

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Host: Christopher Nelson

Guest: Ben Fraser, Chief Investment Officer, Aspen Funds

https://www.linkedin.com/in/benwfraser/

In this episode of Managing Tech Millions, Christopher Nelson sits down with Ben Fraser of Aspen Funds to explore a new investment frontier—industrial real estate. While many investors focus on multifamily properties, industrial assets like warehouses, manufacturing facilities, and flex spaces offer unique opportunities for diversification and cash flow.

Join us as we break down the fundamentals of industrial real estate, key market trends, and how reshoring and supply chain shifts are reshaping this asset class. Whether you're a tech professional looking for alternative investments or a seasoned investor seeking portfolio diversification, this episode provides a deep dive into an often-overlooked sector.

Highlights:

• What Is Industrial Real Estate? Understanding warehouses, manufacturing, flex space, and cold storage.

• The Power of Macro-Driven Investing: How reshoring and de-globalization are driving demand.

• Market Trends & Growth Drivers: Why industrial real estate vacancy rates are at historic lows.

• Investment Strategies:

• Buying Class B & C Properties with Value-Add Potential – Maximizing returns with under-market rents.

• New Development vs. Existing Structures – Understanding risk and reward.

• Triple Net Leases (NNN) – Why industrial real estate is attractive for passive investors.

• Risk Factors & Red Flags: What to watch for when investing in industrial real estate.

• Christopher’s Personal Investment Journey: Why he’s researching industrial real estate as his next investment move.

Episode Timeline: 

• [00:00:30] Why industrial real estate is more than just warehouses

• [00:06:00] Macro trends driving demand: Reshoring and supply chain shifts

• [00:12:15] Understanding different industrial asset classes

• [00:20:45] How industrial compares to multifamily investments

• [00:27:30] Triple net leases explained: A game-changer for investors

• [00:34:10] Risk factors and red flags to consider

• [00:40:00] Christopher’s next steps in exploring industrial real estate