TCREI Show #11: From Residential to Mixed-Use Mastery w/ Kurt Pauley

TCREI Show #11: From Residential to Mixed-Use Mastery w/ Kurt Pauley Key Topics Covered

• Investing in out-of-state residential and small multifamily

• Transitioning to commercial and mixed-use buildings

• Commercial real estate brokerage in the Twin Cities

• Finding value in Minneapolis properties

• Investor mindset, ego, and practical deal-making

Episode Summary

In TCREI Show #11, we sit down with Kurt Pauley, a commercial real estate broker and investor who brings a calm, confident perspective to our local market. Kurt began his investing journey with residential and small multifamily properties in out-of-state markets, gaining experience and learning the ropes. As his portfolio and confidence grew, he moved into the commercial space, focusing on mixed-use buildings in Minneapolis.

Kurt is now a broker helping clients buy and sell similar properties, and his ability to stay grounded, be direct, and cut through hype makes this episode especially refreshing. We talk about real returns, realistic strategies, and how ego plays (or doesn’t play) a role in real estate success.

Guest Info

Kurt Pauley
Commercial Real Estate Broker | Investor
Specializing in mixed-use and commercial properties
Based in Minneapolis, MN

Sponsor

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Resources & Links

• Listen on Spotify

• Apply with Tim – Mortgage Application

• Book a Strategy Call with Adam

• Book a Strategy Call with Tim

• Twin Cities Investing Facebook Group

• Twin Cities Investing Meetup Group

• Twin Cities Investing Website

• Contact Adam: Adam@UpsidePropertySales.com

• Contact Tim: Tim@TimSwierczek.com

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About the Show

The Twin Cities Real Estate Investing Show is hosted by Tim Swierczek, a mortgage expert with over 22 years of experience and 2,000+ loans closed, and Adam Tafel, a top-producing Realtor and Twin Cities investor. Each week, they dive into real-world investing strategies, share local market insights, and interview active investors to help you grow your portfolio — one smart decision at a time.

Meet Your Hosts

Tim Swierczek
Mortgage Loan Officer | Real Estate Investor
Specializing in house hacking, investment lending, and creative finance
Based in the Twin Cities
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Email: Tim@TimSwierczek.com

Adam Tafel
Realtor | Real Estate Investor
Helping clients buy, sell, and invest in Twin Cities real estate
Based in Highland Park
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Email: Adam@UpsidePropertySales.com