From smaller, conservative deals to a 530,000 sq ft industrial repositioning
$15M–$20M, conservative deals → 530,000 sq ft industrial repositioning
Member-reported experience, not a promised or typical result of this tier. Includes partner-held assets where applicable; projections are not realized returns.
Work through real assets, operating decisions and your next growth priorities.
Your next stage of growth.
Sharpen the portfolio plan
Review your assets and pipeline with Rafik. Choose the next growth priorities.
Strengthen the next deal
Pressure-test underwriting, capital and execution with analyst support.
Work alongside operators
Build with experienced peers focused on asset performance and cash flow.
Rafik Moore · CRE investor & operator
Grow alongside an operator, not just a curriculum.
Work with Rafik on the decisions that shape your portfolio: which deal to pursue, how to structure the capital and where operations can create more value. Bring real assets, real numbers and your next growth priority.
Keeping Deals AliveHard money, credit partners, and transparent structuring.
Ethics & Zero-Down StructuresLeverage that works long term: transparent, legal, fair.
Module 06Due DiligenceValidate the investment before closing — financial, physical, legal, environmental.1 hour7 lessons
After Contract, Before ClosingIdentify risks and confirm every assumption.
Financial Due DiligenceVerify income, expenses, and actual cash flow.
Physical & Legal ComplianceThe real cost of owning the property.
Environmental Due DiligenceIdentify contamination risk before ownership transfers.
Operational Due DiligenceTenants, leases, management, and vendors.
Lender Due DiligenceThe lender underwrites you and the property.
Practice Before You OfferReview real deals before your capital is at stake.
Module 07Stabilization & LeasingTurn a distressed asset into a stabilized, cash-flowing property.1.5 hours7 lessons
Post-Closing StabilizationImprove operations, occupancy, and market perception.
Leasing Strategy & Vacancy ControlA repeatable system that creates traffic and converts.
Marketing & Filling Your PropertyCoordinated leasing, pricing, and presentation.
Leasing Systems & Tenant RetentionSpeed, documentation, and tenant experience.
Tenant ImprovementsConnect TI cost to lease economics and valuation.
Tenant Quality & Construction ControlScreening, construction discipline, documentation.
The 90-Day Stabilization PlanSequenced execution for the first 90 days.
Module 08CapEx & ConstructionPlan, budget, and control capital improvements from diligence to completion.1 hour8 lessons
CapEx Planning & ManagementConstruction speed drives stabilization and returns.
Contractor ControlControl cost and time — delays kill returns.
Construction Risk ManagementReserves, documentation, and contractor strategy.
CapEx as Value CreationProtect the asset while controlling cost basis.
CapEx PrioritizationMandatory, operational, and value-add improvements.
Compliance & Tenant CommunicationADA, codes, and coordination that shape timelines.
Budgeting & Draw ManagementFinancial controls and contractor accountability.
Value EngineeringCut cost without cutting value.
Module 09Risk Mitigation & InsuranceProtect capital first: insurance stacks, entity structure, and operational risk.1 hour4 lessons
Insurance as ProtectionPreserve assets and investor capital before returns.
Building the Insurance StackLayers of coverage for property, business, and income.
Entity Structuring & AuditsIsolate exposure as the portfolio grows.
Physical & Operational RiskSecurity, emergency procedures, and risk reviews.
Module 10Asset ManagementTurn ownership into a scalable business driven by measurable performance.30 min3 lessons
Maximizing NOI & ScalingConnect ownership strategy with property execution.
KPIs & Performance ReviewsTrack the metrics that move NOI.
Budgeting & Hold/Sell DecisionsProactive annual planning and capital allocation.
Module 11Tax Strategy & Wealth StructuringKeep more of what you build: depreciation, 1031 exchanges, and wealth architecture.30 min4 lessons
Tax-Efficient InvestingEvaluate pre-tax and after-tax performance.
Tax Deferral & 1031 ExchangesPreserve productive capital legally.
Wealth ArchitectureHolding companies and estate planning.
GP Promote & After-Tax ReturnsTax-integrated deal structuring.
Tools & Templates Vault
Every module ships with the actual working documents — checklists, scripts, spreadsheets, and templates you use on real deals.
CRE Investor Workbook
Your primary reference guide for the entire program — think, analyze, and decide like an investor.
Buy Box & Positioning Playbook
Define your investor positioning and buy box before you look at a single deal.
Underwriting Templates
Light screening template, stabilized proforma, and full underwriting checklist.
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T12 Verification Checklist
Validate true NOI and spot income and expense distortions before an LOI.
Rent Roll Audit Checklist
Verify the accuracy, stability, and enforceability of a property's income.
Expense Normalization Checklist
Adjust reported expenses to realistic, market-based ownership costs.
OM & T12 Request Scripts
Request offering memorandums and financials like a serious, credible buyer.
LOI Template
A complete letter of intent guide for commercial real estate.
Broker Relationship Checklist
Qualify brokers and become the buyer they want to work with repeatedly.
Broker Outreach Scripts
Phone and email frameworks for building long-term broker relationships.
Broker Meeting Checklist
Before, during, and after every broker meeting — build trust and deal flow.
Owner Outreach Scripts
Conversation frameworks for off-market sellers and distressed assets.
Seller Meeting Checklist
Understand the seller and evaluate the opportunity — without negotiating on the spot.
Negotiation Preparation Checklist
Prepare thoroughly and negotiate from clarity rather than emotion.
Seller Motivation Checklist
Uncover why a seller wants to transact — and how much flexibility exists.
CapEx Inspection Checklist
Identify, estimate, and plan capital expenditures before and after acquisition.
Investor Qualification Checklist
Determine whether a potential investor is a fit before presenting a deal.
Typical CRE Investor Profiles
Where LP capital comes from and who to build relationships with first.
10 Ways to Find Investors
Investor groups ranked from most accessible to most difficult.
Investor Positioning Worksheet
Define how you present yourself, your team, and your strategy to LPs.
Deal Pitch Outline & Deck
Present an opportunity to investors in a clear, structured format.
Investor Pitch Call Script
Structure LP conversations and move them toward the right next step.
Networking Pitch Script
15-second and 60-second introductions for investors, brokers, and partners.
Warm & Cold Outreach Templates
Reconnect with your network and start conversations with new investors.
Follow-Up Sequence Templates
Stay in front of investors after the first conversation or pitch.
Deal Announcement Email Template
Notify qualified investors when a new opportunity becomes available.
Trust-Building Touchpoints Checklist
Give LPs the information and access they need to say yes.
Investor CRM Tracker
Organize, track, and manage LP relationships over time.
Soft Commit Tracker
Organize and monitor the capital raise for a live deal.
Deal Summary PDF — Investor Version
A concise investor-facing document for quick deal evaluation.
Investment Committee Memo Template
Turn a deal from a narrative into a disciplined internal decision.
Risk Matrix Template
Quantify the major risks in a deal before capital is committed.
Investor FAQ Template
Answer the most common LP questions before they're asked.
Education and strategic support; your progress depends on your experience and execution. Deals, funding and partnerships require separate review and agreements. No closing or financial result is guaranteed.
Our Deals
Commercial deals closed by Rafik Moore and members of our community – bought, improved, and sold.
Sold6.8×
Retail · 41,000 sq. ft.
Farmington Mall
915 8th Street, Farmington, MN
Purchase
$582,000
Sold
$3,975,000
Sold4.1×
Retail · 27,876 sq. ft.
Monticello Retail Center
500 Cedar St, Monticello, MN
Purchase
$800,000
Sold
$3,304,000
Sold2.0×
Industrial · 31,153 sq. ft.
Grand Industrial
9124 Grand Ave S, Bloomington, MN
Purchase
$1,400,000
Sold
$2,800,000
Sold1.8×
Retail · 18,577 sq. ft.
34 Plaza
5406 S 34th Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Purchase
$900,000
Sold
$1,600,000
Past transactions, not a promise of future results. Individual results vary.
The starting point. The decisions. The story.
Read the same detailed member accounts featured in our case library. These are community stories, not verified results attributable to a particular coaching tier.
Figures are as reported by each member in their recorded interview. Portfolio values and asset counts include properties held with partners. Where a member has not confirmed a single figure, the card shows the results they did report. Some values are projected or unrealized where noted. Individual results are not typical and are not a guarantee of future performance.
The community, in their own words.The community, in their own words.
Hear what it’s like inside the Value Add community.
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Rafik and the program helped me make the transition from residential real estate into commercial investing. The structure, guidance, and support gave me a clearer process for evaluating deals and building confidence as a commercial real estate operator.
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Community gave me the confidence and guidance to take a much more active role in commercial real estate. I became more comfortable evaluating opportunities, structuring deals, and making decisions as an operator.
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Before joining, my experience in commercial real estate was primarily as a passive investor. The program helped me understand the process from an operator's perspective and gave me practical guidance as I started working on my own commercial deals.
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Working with Rafik changed the way I approached commercial real estate ownership. His mentorship helped me think differently about partnerships, creative deal structures, and building long-term equity instead of relying primarily on fees and commissions.
Before you apply.
Who is this program for?
Elite Operator, formerly Elite Partner, is for accredited investors already running deals, owning commercial assets or making substantial investments and seeking an active portfolio-growth relationship. The team reviews your experience and goals. Any funding, investor introduction or co-GP participation requires separate review and terms.
Can I do deals with Rafik?
Bring the assets you own and the opportunities you are pursuing. Portfolio reviews, bank-readiness work, deal audits and analyst support help connect the next acquisition to the bigger plan. The dedicated operator group gives you a place to work through capital, execution and growth decisions with people facing similar responsibilities.
Do I need to be an accredited investor?
Elite Operator, formerly Elite Partner, is for accredited investors already running deals, owning commercial assets or making substantial investments and seeking an active portfolio-growth relationship. The team reviews your experience and goals. Any funding, investor introduction or co-GP participation requires separate review and terms.
How do capital and partnerships fit into coaching?
Work on your banking position, investor relationships and deal presentation. Discuss suitable capital partners and opportunities with Rafik and the network, supported by a clear operating plan and responsibilities. Rafik describes debt and equity capital relationships in the webinar. Any funding or partnership depends on the deal, eligibility, due diligence and separate terms; enrollment is not a commitment to fund or invest.
What is the learning format?
The foundation combines three months of structured training, 11 modules, the tools library and 52 weekly live group coaching and deal-review Zooms. Bring the assets you own and the opportunities you are pursuing. Portfolio reviews, bank-readiness work, deal audits and analyst support help connect the next acquisition to the bigger plan. The dedicated operator group gives you a place to work through capital, execution and growth decisions with people facing similar responsibilities.
How much time should I set aside?
Plan for the weekly live call, independent lessons and work on your own strategy or deals between sessions. Your pace depends on your starting point and what you are pursuing; discuss your availability during the program conversation.
Are events included?
Admission to all VAN Mastermind events during your term is included. Elite Operator also includes one JetSet Mastermind seat. Confirm event dates, admission details and travel arrangements before booking; your agreement defines the scope.
How long is access, and does it renew automatically?
The program term is 12 months. The supplied mentorship agreements do not provide automatic renewal. Your signed agreement defines the exact access dates, session schedule and included services.
What is the refund policy?
Under the supplied mentorship agreements, a full refund can be requested within 30 calendar days of the Effective Date, when both parties sign. After that period, payments are non-refundable except as required by law or your signed agreement. The period does not automatically begin at your first login.
Does enrollment include an investment or guaranteed funding?
Coaching is education and strategic support. Membership does not guarantee a deal, a loan, investor capital, a partnership or an investment return. Any investment or co-GP arrangement requires separate eligibility review, documentation and terms. CRE involves risk, including loss of capital.
What happens after I apply?
Our team contacts you to understand your starting point and goals and discuss the program. You can review the support level, schedule and enrollment agreement before deciding whether to join.
Bring your next growth goal to the table.
Tell us about your portfolio, current investments and growth priorities. We’ll discuss where Rafik, the operator group and deal support can help you move the work forward.
Send your application.
Discuss your experience and goals with our team.
Review the program and agreement before enrolling.