In this episode, Nathan Erickson welcomes Boots Dunlap, CEO and Co-founder of RRA Capital. Boots shares his journey from the military to real estate, detailing how his family’s deep roots in Arizona shaped his career. He discusses the evolution of Arizona’s economy, the intricacies of real estate cycles, and the innovative strategies behind RRA Capital’s success in private credit and bridge lending. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the current real estate market and the future of investment in Phoenix.

Key Discussions in This Episode:

[00:01:19] Boots Dunlap's family history and connection to Arizona

[00:03:15] Transition from military service to real estate

[00:04:41] Impact of the Great Financial Crisis on his career

[00:05:56] Founding RRA Capital during economic downturns

[00:09:14] Evolution and diversification of Arizona’s economy

[00:12:05] Distinctions between real estate equity and debt

[00:16:29] Strategies in private credit and bridge lending

[00:19:27] Geographic and product diversification in real estate investing

[00:24:00] Examples of adaptive reuse and space arbitrage

[00:31:27] Market dynamics in hospitality, retail, and industrial sectors

[00:39:10] Insights on private credit market trends

[00:52:54] Importance of volunteer work and community engagement

Links:

RRA Capital

Boots Dunlap on LinkedIn

Nathan Erickson on LinkedIn