Jim Fried

Jim Fried is a seasoned real estate professional with over 35 years of experience in the commercial real estate industry.1 He is currently serving as a Senior Advisor for Real Estate Acquisitions at Flacks Group, where he focuses on seeking distressed assets and special situations worldwide.24

Professional Background

Jim Fried is the Founder and President of Sandstone Realty Advisors, a position he has held since January 2000.1 His extensive career includes roles such as:

• Mortgage Loan Originator at American Home Finance Group Inc
• Podcaster for "Fried On Business"
• Senior Vice President of Residential and Commercial Mortgage Loan Origination at Spectrum Mortgage
• Director of Real Estate Investments at Mayan Properties

Expertise and Specializations

Jim's expertise spans various areas of real estate and finance:

• Real Estate Investment: He has experience in investment analysis, market analysis, and project feasibility.1
• Mortgage Origination: Jim holds a Mortgage Loan Originator license from NMLS.1
• Digital Assets and Web 3: He describes himself as an innovator in these areas.1
• Family Office Advising: Jim is recognized as a Family Office Real Estate Global Leader.1

Additional Roles and Achievements

• Public Speaker and Podcaster: Jim hosts the "Fried On Business" podcast, where he discusses various aspects of real estate and business.12
• Educator: He studied real estate and urban analysis, including real estate law.1
• Award Recipient: Jim received the Miami-Dade County Public School Alumni Achievement Award in June 2018 for career achievement.1

Current Focus

In his role at Flacks Group, Jim Fried is actively involved in identifying and acquiring distressed assets and special situations in the real estate market.24 He frequently shares insights on real estate capital markets, interest rate impacts, and strategies for success in the business world through his LinkedIn posts and podcast.356