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Jul 21, 2025 • 24min

EP807: The Most Lucrative Way to Get Into Self-Storage

Think you need big money or years of experience to get started in self-storage? Think again. In this tactical solo episode, Alex Pardo shares how he made $150,000 wholesaling a storage facility without ever taking title. He breaks down the exact steps to wholesale storage deals ethically, profitably, and creatively, even if you’re brand new.   KEY TAKEAWAYS How Alex made $150K on a storage deal he didn’t even buy Why wholesaling is a perfect entry point into storage investing Most valuable skill for long-term success in storage deals The 5-step process to wholesale a self-storage facility Assignment vs. double close vs. entity transfer: Which one should you use?     TWEETABLES "When you can find deals and control the deal with a contract, your opportunities are endless." "Never start a relationship on a lie." "Treat others as you want to be treated." "Make sure that you're surrounded by like-minded people that are doing and accomplishing the things that you want to accomplish." "Structure deals where it's a win-win for everybody involved."   ASCEND Don’t Wait To Enjoy Your Life, Tomorrow, Live It Today! How To Grow Your Business, Expand Your Impact, and Experience Your Perfect Life:   🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ https://www.flipempire.com/podcast   📺 SUBSCRIBE TO ALEX PARDO’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ▶︎ https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo 🚀 How To Grow Your Business, Expand Your Impact, and Experience Your Perfect Life Don’t Wait To Enjoy Your Life Tomorrow, Live It Today ▶︎ https://www.AscendYourSuccess.com/   FOLLOW ALEX ON: ★ INSTAGRAM → http://instagram.com/alexpardo25 ★ FACEBOOK → https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 ★ LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pardo ★ YOUTUBE → https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo ★ TIKTOK → https://www.tiktok.com/@alexpardo25  ★ FACEBOOK GROUP → https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/    ASK ALEX A QUESTION: Have a question you want to feature in an upcoming Flip Empire Show? Head over to the Ask Alex page and record your question. We’ve made it super easy for you, so let us know what challenges you are having, and Alex will answer them personally!
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Jul 14, 2025 • 16min

EP806: The Rate Gap Sniper Method: How to Spot Hidden Opportunities in Storage Deals

Want to find killer self-storage deals others overlook? This episode walks you through the “Rate Gap Sniper Method,” a simple strategy to find hidden opportunities buried in plain sight inside broker offering memorandums (OMs). From vending machine conversions to overlooked competitor comps, Alex breaks down how to train your brain and your eyes to spot profits where others don’t even look.   KEY TAKEAWAYS The single most important skill for investors to master Rate Gap Sniper Method: How it turns a broker’s comps table into free leads How to uncover light value-add opportunities through forced appreciation What to look for in unit mix, rent comps, and competitor rates An effective strategy to train yourself to see opportunities others overlook   RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED  LoopNet  Crexi Open Corporates    TWEETABLES "Storage is a business with the benefits of real estate." 🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flip-empire-show/id1120765959     📺 SUBSCRIBE TO ALEX PARDO’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ▶︎ https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo   🚀 How to Buy Your 1st Storage Facility within 6-12 Months ▶︎ http://www.storagewins.com/    FOLLOW ALEX ON:   ★ INSTAGRAM → http://instagram.com/alexpardo25 ★ FACEBOOK → https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 ★ LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pardo ★ YOUTUBE → https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo ★ TIKTOK → https://www.tiktok.com/@alexpardo25
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Jul 7, 2025 • 13min

EP805: How I Got Paid $250k to Buy a Storage Facility (And You Can Too)

Forget what you’ve heard, you don’t need your own cash to buy real estate. In this solo episode, Alex Pardo reveals how he got paid $250,000 at closing to buy a self-storage facility and how one of his coaching clients did the same. If you want to learn how to raise capital, structure deals, and build wealth without using your own money, this episode is a masterclass.   KEY TAKEAWAYS How Alex structured a $1.2M storage deal and walked away with $250K at closing Why relationship capital is the most powerful form of leverage in real estate The right way to use private money transparently and legally Golden rule of leverage and how it can backfire if used recklessly Thin margins, weak markets, and overpromises: The trio that sinks deals fast   RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Zoom     TWEETABLES “It all starts with making a commitment and a decision to network, to put yourself out there.” “You have to always operate with transparency. Be honest.” “Never buy a storage facility or any deal if it's reliant on the best-case scenario.” “You really have to look at everything going on in the deal.” “Use leverage as a tool, because in the hands of the wrong person, it's actually a weapon.” 🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flip-empire-show/id1120765959     📺 SUBSCRIBE TO ALEX PARDO’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ▶︎ https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo   🚀 How to Buy Your 1st Storage Facility within 6-12 Months ▶︎ http://www.storagewins.com/    FOLLOW ALEX ON:   ★ INSTAGRAM → http://instagram.com/alexpardo25 ★ FACEBOOK → https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 ★ LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pardo ★ YOUTUBE → https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo ★ TIKTOK → https://www.tiktok.com/@alexpardo25 
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Jun 30, 2025 • 24min

EP804: The Strategy That Let Me Buy a Self-Storage Facility with No Money, No Banks, and No Credit

What if you could buy a storage facility, or a business, or even a beat-up truck,  without using your own cash or credit? In this episode, Alex Pardo breaks down exactly how he’s used seller financing to acquire and sell self-storage deals with zero bank involvement. You’ll learn how to negotiate like a pro, craft win-win terms, and position yourself as the solution to the seller’s real problem — even if they want top dollar.   KEY TAKEAWAYS 4 core elements of every creative finance deal 12 seller benefits of creative financing The simple phrase that generated an avalanche of offers for a $5K truck and how it applies to real estate How to introduce seller finance without scaring the seller off The #1 mindset shift needed to negotiate without being pushy   RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Subto Craigslist Kelley Blue Book    TWEETABLES “So you want to attract, not chase, right? You want to be the magnet.” “Seller financing is all about creating value.” “Most sellers are focused on price, and that's perfectly fine.” “Seller financing is one of the things that I love to leverage, because you don't have to use any banks. "When you're the bank, you just sit back and collect money every single month." 🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flip-empire-show/id1120765959     📺 SUBSCRIBE TO ALEX PARDO’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ▶︎ https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo   🚀 How to Buy Your 1st Storage Facility within 6-12 Months ▶︎ http://www.storagewins.com/    FOLLOW ALEX ON:  ★ INSTAGRAM → http://instagram.com/alexpardo25 ★ FACEBOOK → https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 ★ LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pardo ★ YOUTUBE → https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo ★ TIKTOK → https://www.tiktok.com/@alexpardo25 
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Jun 23, 2025 • 34min

EP803: How to Create Cash Flow from Land Investments with Brent Bowers

What if raw land could become your next cash flow machine? In this episode, returning guest Brent Bowers reveals how he’s building consistent income with land deals, creative financing, and mobile home strategies, while creating more freedom. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just getting started, you’ll walk away with new ideas to grow your income and unlock new opportunities.    KEY TAKEAWAYS Why land is still one of the best ways to start investing in today’s market How to spot high-demand land opportunities using one simple tool What the 'wrap' strategy is and how it can generate cash flow The power of seller financing and how it can generate consistent income A smart way to turn land into an income stream    RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED North American Migration Map Redfin Pebble Boxwell The Land Sharks   TWEETABLES "Work on your mindset. You get what you look for." "We are human beings, not human doings." “There's those who pay rent and those who collect rent.“ “I like land because it's the most basic, simple, easiest, affordable, cheapest way to get started in real estate.”   ABOUT BRENT BOWERS Brent Bowers is a real estate investor and founder of The Land Sharks coaching program. After serving eight years as an Army officer, Brent pivoted into real estate to create more time freedom for his family. He quickly scaled his land investing business and built a team, allowing him to generate consistent income while helping others do the same. Today, Brent specializes in buying and selling vacant land, using creative financing strategies to build long-term wealth. Through The Land Sharks, he mentors new investors looking to break into land deals , all while living by Bob Burg’s words: “Your influence is determined by how abundantly you place other people’s interests first.”   CONNECT WITH BRENT The Land Sharks Facebook: Brent Bowers Instagram: @brentlbowers YouTube: Brent Bowers LinkedIn: Brent Bowers   🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flip-empire-show/id1120765959     📺 SUBSCRIBE TO ALEX PARDO’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ▶︎ https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo   🚀 How to Buy Your 1st Storage Facility within 6-12 Months ▶︎ http://www.storagewins.com/    FOLLOW ALEX ON:   ★ INSTAGRAM → http://instagram.com/alexpardo25 ★ FACEBOOK → https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 ★ LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pardo ★ YOUTUBE → https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo ★ TIKTOK → https://www.tiktok.com/@alexpardo25
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Jun 16, 2025 • 11min

EP802: How to Use Google Maps to Find Off-Market Storage Deals

Off-market deals aren’t a myth, they’re just hidden behind unclaimed listings, faded signs, and gatekeepers. In this episode, Alex Pardo takes you inside a real-time outreach call as he searches for undervalued self-storage opportunities. If you're committed to buying your first or next storage facility, this episode is your practical blueprint.   KEY TAKEAWAYS What “virtual flying/driving for dollars” means and how to use it to uncover hidden storage gems The behind-the-scenes tactic to connect with hard-to-reach owners  Creative ways to add value to owners, even if they’re not selling How to call facilities and navigate through gatekeepers and hang-ups Why consistency beats perfection in the storage investing game   RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Batch Skip Tracing Google Maps   TWEETABLES “Closed mouths don't get fed. If you don't ask, you don't get." “There's always multiple ways that you can connect with a storage owner. Don't just stop at the first wall or sign of resistance.“ 🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flip-empire-show/id1120765959     📺 SUBSCRIBE TO ALEX PARDO’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ▶︎ https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo   🚀 How to Buy Your 1st Storage Facility within 6-12 Months ▶︎ http://www.storagewins.com/    FOLLOW ALEX ON:   ★ INSTAGRAM → http://instagram.com/alexpardo25 ★ FACEBOOK → https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 ★ LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pardo ★ YOUTUBE → https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo ★ TIKTOK → https://www.tiktok.com/@alexpardo25
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Jun 9, 2025 • 40min

EP801: From 200 Real Estate Deals a Year to a Coaching-Driven Life - Kate Danese

What happens when success no longer feels successful? Kate Danese joins us to unpack how she went from closing 200 deals a year to building a business that aligns with who she really is. They dive deep into identity, purpose, and the inner work that most entrepreneurs avoid, but absolutely need. If you’ve ever felt stuck in what’s “working,” this episode will shift your perspective.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Why masterminds and relationships are your fast track to life-changing opportunities The truth behind hitting 200 deals a year and why Kate walked away How to identify and become the “higher self” version of you The power of self-worth equations and how most people get it wrong Why external success won’t fix internal misalignment and what will Choosing the right coach: What to look for beyond credentials RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED The Tony Robbins Podcast | Apple Podcasts  Bob Proctor Neville Goddard Change Your Brain, Change Your Life by Daniel G. Amen M.D. | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle  ABOUT KATE DANESE  Kate Danese is a business coach, podcaster, and influencer who’s passionate about helping entrepreneurs align success with purpose. After building a high-volume real estate business, Kate transitioned into coaching to empower others through mindset work, identity transformation, and business growth strategies. She specializes in helping real estate professionals launch coaching businesses that are both impactful and fulfilling. Whether she’s speaking on stage, hosting her own show, or mentoring clients, Kate brings authenticity, clarity, and real-world experience to every conversation.   CONNECT WITH KATE  Podcasts: Kate Danese - Ascend Talkshow | Apple Podcasts Instagram: @katedanese TikTok: @katedanese_   🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flip-empire-show/id1120765959     📺 SUBSCRIBE TO ALEX PARDO’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ▶︎ https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo   🚀 How to Buy Your 1st Storage Facility within 6-12 Months ▶︎ http://www.storagewins.com/    FOLLOW ALEX ON:   ★ INSTAGRAM → http://instagram.com/alexpardo25 ★ FACEBOOK → https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 ★ LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pardo ★ YOUTUBE → https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo ★ TIKTOK → https://www.tiktok.com/@alexpardo25   
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Jun 2, 2025 • 37min

EP800: 9 Truths From 9 Years Behind the Mic: Lessons to Launch Your Next Chapter

Nine years. 800 episodes. And one message you can’t afford to miss. In this raw and reflective solo episode, Alex Pardo pulls back the curtain on the nine biggest lessons that transformed his business and life so you can shortcut your path to freedom, impact, and fulfillment. Plus, stick around to the end for a major announcement that hints at what’s next.   KEY TAKEAWAYS What your schedule and spending reveal about your true priorities How to escape the trap of consuming more info and start doing what moves the needle The overlooked way to build true confidence A powerful reason why you shouldn't stop when things get difficult  The make-or-break skillset no entrepreneur can afford to ignore and who you should be learning from How one relationship can change your business and your life   RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell | Hardcover and Kindle  Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle  Business Secrets from the Bible by Rabbi Daniel Lapin | Hardcover Alex Hormozi Russell Brunson  Dan Kennedy   TWEETABLES "Confidence isn't built in your head. It's built in the reps." "Money flows to those who have clarity." "Relationships are the ultimate ROI." "Hustle can be a season, not a lifestyle." 🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flip-empire-show/id1120765959     📺 SUBSCRIBE TO ALEX PARDO’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ▶︎ https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo   🚀 How to Buy Your 1st Storage Facility within 6-12 Months ▶︎ http://www.storagewins.com/    FOLLOW ALEX ON:   ★ INSTAGRAM → http://instagram.com/alexpardo25 ★ FACEBOOK → https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 ★ LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pardo ★ YOUTUBE → https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo ★ TIKTOK → https://www.tiktok.com/@alexpardo25 
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May 26, 2025 • 1h 5min

EP799: How to Overcome Fear, Failure, and Self-Doubt in Business - Patrick Precourt

If you’re stuck in analysis paralysis or struggling to take that next step in storage, this episode will flip the switch. Performance coach Patrick Precourt dismantles the mental blocks that hold entrepreneurs back, from fear and imposter syndrome to the real cost of inaction. If you want lasting results in storage or life, it starts with your mindset. Dive in!   KEY TAKEAWAYS Why most storage operators don’t need more tactics How to win the battle in your mind before you ever win a deal Six questions every entrepreneur must answer to stop playing small The power of taking action vs. being stuck in overthinking Pat’s “burning house” metaphor for purpose-driven action and meaningful success RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Power vs. Force by David R. Hawkins MD/PHD | Paperback and Kindle  FortuneBuilders   TWEETABLES "Pain is a necessary part of life. Suffering is optional." "Fearless is not the goal. Courageous is the goal."   ABOUT PATRICK PRECOURT   Patrick Precourt has been a real estate investor since the late nineties specializing in short sales and flips and focusing on boutique senior living space. He's also a real estate educator who then, over the years, evolved into the individual peak performance arena, and that happened around 2012.   At the same time, he opened a gym called The Cage, a lifestyle fitness center with the heart and culture of martial arts that has become a giant laboratory for testing his performance-altering behavior techniques, which is what he's most passionate about.   He is also an ultra-competitive guy who played rugby for 14 years and entered his first MMA cage match at the ripe young age of 42. His latest project is called the Maverick Code, a 90-day program to change any area of your life and begin a lifelong journey towards excellence by changing and altering the way you think.   CONNECT WITH PATRICK Website: Patrick Precourt Linkedin: Patrick Precourt Facebook: Patrick Precourt Instagram: @patrickprecourt 🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flip-empire-show/id1120765959     📺 SUBSCRIBE TO ALEX PARDO’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ▶︎ https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo   🚀 How to Buy Your 1st Storage Facility within 6-12 Months ▶︎ http://www.storagewins.com/    FOLLOW ALEX ON:   ★ INSTAGRAM → http://instagram.com/alexpardo25 ★ FACEBOOK → https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 ★ LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pardo ★ YOUTUBE → https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo ★ TIKTOK → https://www.tiktok.com/@alexpardo25 
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May 19, 2025 • 37min

EP798: The Simple Checklist That Got Me My First Storage Deal

Most storage investors fail before they even start—because they don’t know what they’re looking for. In this episode, Alex Pardo breaks down the exact “Storage Deal Avatar” he used to buy his first 340-unit storage facility. From population data and income metrics to square footage and expansion potential, Alex walks through the key deal criteria that filter the noise and get you focused on what actually works. This is the clarity you’ve been missing.   KEY TAKEAWAYS Reasons why most new storage investors never get started What locked in Alex’s first 340-unit storage deal The surprising power of tertiary markets Why you should steer clear of the big players' turf Easy value-add moves that boost revenue fast RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED Census.gov Download Alex’s Free Storage Buy Box Checklist: https://www.storagewins.com/buybox   Storage deals live or die by supply data. Get the tool that shows you exactly what’s coming. Sign up on Tract IQ and get 50% off with tractiq.com/pardo.    TWEETABLES "What you focus on expands."  "The limiting belief that you need money is one of the very things that holds people back from getting involved in this business."  🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-flip-empire-show/id1120765959     📺 SUBSCRIBE TO ALEX PARDO’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ▶︎ https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo   🚀 How to Buy Your 1st Storage Facility within 6-12 Months ▶︎ http://www.storagewins.com/    FOLLOW ALEX ON: ★ INSTAGRAM → http://instagram.com/alexpardo25 ★ FACEBOOK → https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 ★ LINKEDIN → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-pardo ★ YOUTUBE → https://www.youtube.com/alexpardo ★ TIKTOK → https://www.tiktok.com/@alexpardo25   

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