Business Owners & Entrepreneurs

Master Your Moves

In Commercial Real Estate

Make strategic location decisions, negotiate better deals, and understand the purchase, sale, and leasing processes in commercial real estate.

CRE Fundamentals

Lease Negotiations

Market Research

Property Selection

Building  a Team

ROI Analysis

Unlock Your Business Growth
With New Commercial Real Estate Skills

We equip business owners and entrepreneurs with the commercial real estate expertise needed to make smart location decisions.

Commercial Real Estate Fundamentals

Build essential knowledge of commercial property types, ownership structures, and key terminology to make informed real estate decisions.

Lease Negotiation Mastery

Discover how to negotiate commercial leases that protect your business interests, avoid hidden costs, and secure favorable terms.


Market Research for Business Expansion

Learn to analyze commercial real estate markets to make data-driven location decisions as your business scales and grows.

Strategic Location Selection

Learn how to identify and secure commercial locations that align with your business model, target customers, and long-term growth plans.

Building a Team of Commercial Real Estate Professionals​

Develop strategies for effectively partnering with brokers, agents, and other CRE professionals to find the perfect space for your business.​

Real Estate ROI for Business Owners

Master the financial analysis of property investments to understand how real estate decisions impact your business's bottom line.

David N. Haug

Founder & Lead Instructor
​​CRE School

President & Managing Broker
​Lighthouse Commercial Real Estate

Put my 18 years of commercial real estate experience to work for you!

Over the last nearly two decades, I've brokered almost every type of commercial real estate deal. During our live courses you can leverage my personal experience in Retail, Restaurant/Bar, Office, Medical, Industrial, Investment, Vacant Land, Municipal (State and Local), and so many more niches for your personal benefit.

​Whether you are big or small, local or national, you can get my insights inside the courses, and also inside the CRE School Community. 

David N Haug LinkedIn Testimonials

"David is a positive force in commercial real estate. He is very knowledgable, works extremely hard and best of all, is an honest person."

Barry Richter, President, Hausmann Group

"As business professionals, we have to be careful about who we recommend, and David is someone I recommend without hesitation. In an extremely competitive market, he works tirelessely to help his clients get the best value possible. He's knowledgeable, hardworking and has impeccable integrity. If you're looking for a broker who truly has your best interests at heart, I encourage you to call Dave."

Beth Prochaska, Chairman, Potter Lawson

"High integrity, passion, and out of the box creativity are the attributes that David Haug brings to the real estate table. When confronting the rigors of commercial real estate transactions, you want someone on your side of the transaction that is zealously committed to your needs. Success can be readily observed with David, because he is still standing in a market that many others are struggling in. Not only is he still standing, he is on the upward ladder."

Lance Ratze, Lead Pastor at The Well Church

"David has always impressed me with his tenacity, sincerity, and hard work. He has the ability to see the big picture while making sure to take care of the details necessary to bring a deal to fruition. You can be confident when working with David that he will go the distance."

Carole Schaeffer, Municipal Entitlement Consultant

Courses for Business Owners

Practical real estate education designed specifically for entrepreneurs and business leaders.

4.8

Beginner

Commercial Real Estate Fundamentals

Learn all the important terms in commercial real estate. Understand the language and get the frameworks you need.

5.0

Intermediate

The Negotiator's Blueprint

Discover elite negotiating tactics for all areas in your life, but especially in business. 15 world-class techniques will be yours.

4.8

Intermediate

Market Research for Business Expansion

Analyze commercial real estate markets to make data-driven location decisions as your business scales and grows.

4.8

Beginner

Commercial Leasing Essentials

Master the fundamentals of commercial leases, terms, and negotiations to secure favorable agreements for your business.

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Expert tips & strategies for business owners to master commercial real estate, grow wealth, and scale smart.

Ready to transform your business and skyrocket your success? CRE School equips driven entrepreneurs, business owners, and decision-makers with elite commercial real estate expertise to dominate leasing, buying, and investing. Our immersive courses and tight-knit community of ambitious professionals empower you to make game-changing decisions with unshakable confidence. Don’t just play the game—own it. Enroll now and unlock the tools to build wealth and seize opportunities in commercial real estate!

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