19. The Prodigy of Real Estate Syndication, with Lawrence N. Taylor, CEO & Founder of Christina

The Dealmakers’ Edge with A.Y. Strauss

On this episode of The Dealmakers’ Edge, Lawrence “Larry” Taylor sits down with managing partner Aaron Strauss to discuss a true rags to riches story—from humble beginnings in Pennsylvania coal country to building a real estate investment empire in Los Angeles.

Highlights include:

• Negotiating his first real estate deal at age 11.
• A life-changing conversation with LA Lakers owner Jerry Buss.
• The three rules of the syndication business.
• Maintaining a 40+ year track record without a single loss to investors.
• Navigating a potential recession and looming interest rates.

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ABOUT THE GUEST

Lawrence N. Taylor is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Christina. Mr. Taylor is responsible for vision, strategy and leadership. Mr. Taylor is a seasoned investor with over 40 years of real estate experience in the Westside region of Los Angeles. Mr. Taylor’s notable projects include the introduction of high-rise residential development in North Century City, the development of the Montana Avenue Shopping District in Santa Monica, revitalization of the South Beverly Hills Retail Shopping District and re-development of Westwood Village. Mr. Taylor started his career with Ernst & Young (formerly Kenneth Leventhal & Company). Mr. Taylor received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southern California in 1975.

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