Storage Wins
Alex Pardo
What if you could finally escape the grind, quit your job, and build real wealth?
Not by flipping more houses or managing tenants, but by owning a self-storage business that creates real freedom. Imagine waking up knowing you're in control: your business is running, your income is steady, and your time is finally yours. That's what Storage Wins is all about.
If you're tired of trading dollars for hours, being burnt out from chasing deals that create more work, and are ready for a step-by-step system to buy your first self-storage facility, even if you don't have tons of time, money, or years of experience...this podcast is for you.
Most real estate investors and employees feel stuck. Maybe you're grinding away at a nine-to-five that drains you or hustling in a single-family real estate business that leaves you stressed and overwhelmed. You dream of passive income and cash flow, but every solution you try just adds more chaos to your life. The truth is, you don't need to manage dozens of properties, fix broken toilets, or put up with nightmare tenants. There is a smarter, more scalable way.
The problem isn't that self-storage is out of reach. Most people are overwhelmed by conflicting advice, all the moving pieces, and the myth that you need a ton of money or years of experience to get started. You end up overthinking, burning out, or worst of all, doing nothing and watching your dreams slip away. Other people are making it work and you wonder, why not me? What am I missing?
The answer is clarity, a proven plan, and a supportive community.
Imagine this: You have a clear roadmap to buy your first self-storage facility in the next six to twelve months, even if you've never done a real estate deal before. You know what to look for, how to find off-market deals, raise capital, and structure acquisitions that build wealth. You're part of a group that values simplicity, automation, and systems that make business more profitable. You are making progress, building cash flow, and finally owning your time.
Hosted by Alex Pardo, real estate investor, coach, and former host of The Flip Empire Show, Storage Wins is your weekly guide to building a self-storage business that serves your life. Each episode brings you practical insights from Alex and top experts, as well as real stories from students and everyday investors. We go deep on what works: choosing the right market, negotiating deals, automating operations, avoiding rookie mistakes, and scaling up for real financial freedom.
This show is about reclaiming your time and building a business that works for you. If you're sick of the rat race, exhausted by the endless hustle, and are ready to create freedom, wealth, and legacy, this is your show. You don't have to sacrifice your family, faith, or sanity to succeed. You just need a plan, one good deal, and the belief that freedom is closer than you think.
If you love shows like AJ Osbourne's Self Storage Income, Self Storage Investing with Scott Meyers, The Storage Investor Show, or the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast, Storage Wins is for you.
The Storage Wins community is for people who are done settling for less.
Whether you're a burned-out entrepreneur, a frustrated employee, or a real estate investor tired of spinning your wheels, you belong here. Subscribe and start your journey to cash flow, financial freedom, and a business that gives you your life back.
Disclaimer: The author, publishers, contributors and creators of this material are not responsible in any manner for any potential or actual loss resulting in the use of the information presented. The content of this publication is for informational purposes. No promise or guarantee of income or results is implied or suggested.
Not by flipping more houses or managing tenants, but by owning a self-storage business that creates real freedom. Imagine waking up knowing you're in control: your business is running, your income is steady, and your time is finally yours. That's what Storage Wins is all about.
If you're tired of trading dollars for hours, being burnt out from chasing deals that create more work, and are ready for a step-by-step system to buy your first self-storage facility, even if you don't have tons of time, money, or years of experience...this podcast is for you.
Most real estate investors and employees feel stuck. Maybe you're grinding away at a nine-to-five that drains you or hustling in a single-family real estate business that leaves you stressed and overwhelmed. You dream of passive income and cash flow, but every solution you try just adds more chaos to your life. The truth is, you don't need to manage dozens of properties, fix broken toilets, or put up with nightmare tenants. There is a smarter, more scalable way.
The problem isn't that self-storage is out of reach. Most people are overwhelmed by conflicting advice, all the moving pieces, and the myth that you need a ton of money or years of experience to get started. You end up overthinking, burning out, or worst of all, doing nothing and watching your dreams slip away. Other people are making it work and you wonder, why not me? What am I missing?
The answer is clarity, a proven plan, and a supportive community.
Imagine this: You have a clear roadmap to buy your first self-storage facility in the next six to twelve months, even if you've never done a real estate deal before. You know what to look for, how to find off-market deals, raise capital, and structure acquisitions that build wealth. You're part of a group that values simplicity, automation, and systems that make business more profitable. You are making progress, building cash flow, and finally owning your time.
Hosted by Alex Pardo, real estate investor, coach, and former host of The Flip Empire Show, Storage Wins is your weekly guide to building a self-storage business that serves your life. Each episode brings you practical insights from Alex and top experts, as well as real stories from students and everyday investors. We go deep on what works: choosing the right market, negotiating deals, automating operations, avoiding rookie mistakes, and scaling up for real financial freedom.
This show is about reclaiming your time and building a business that works for you. If you're sick of the rat race, exhausted by the endless hustle, and are ready to create freedom, wealth, and legacy, this is your show. You don't have to sacrifice your family, faith, or sanity to succeed. You just need a plan, one good deal, and the belief that freedom is closer than you think.
If you love shows like AJ Osbourne's Self Storage Income, Self Storage Investing with Scott Meyers, The Storage Investor Show, or the BiggerPockets Real Estate Podcast, Storage Wins is for you.
The Storage Wins community is for people who are done settling for less.
Whether you're a burned-out entrepreneur, a frustrated employee, or a real estate investor tired of spinning your wheels, you belong here. Subscribe and start your journey to cash flow, financial freedom, and a business that gives you your life back.
Disclaimer: The author, publishers, contributors and creators of this material are not responsible in any manner for any potential or actual loss resulting in the use of the information presented. The content of this publication is for informational purposes. No promise or guarantee of income or results is implied or suggested.
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Nov 3, 2016 • 12min
EP045: Use This Time of the Year to Reflect — Thursday's Q&A Session
As the year begins to wind down, Alex uses this time to reflect and assess his business. He takes a macro view of his business, and analyzes some of the things that he's happy, and unhappy, about. He also incorporates the help of his team, so that everyone within the company can be a part of setting new goals for the company, and for the new year. Key Takeaways: As the year begins to wind down, it's very important to assess yourself and your business. A lot of people understand the importance of goal setting, but they just don't do it effectively. You have to carve out time for your goals! Around this time of the year, Alex takes a macro view of his business, and sees what he's happy/unhappy with. If you have a team, get them involved in this goal setting process. Alex discusses some of the strategies he's been using to sell his wholesale deals. Alex's open rates for emails have been between 15-18%. Not bad, but not amazing either. When building a buyer's list, you always want to ask the buyer for their cell phone number. This way you can send them text blasts (with their permission of course). Alex tries to hit people from different directions -- that way they never miss Alex's offers. Mentioned in This Episode: FlipEmpire.com Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on 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 it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Text the word EMPIRE to 67076, and we'll send you a link to get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 31, 2016 • 40min
EP044: Gabriel Garcia Reveals How Real Estate Investors Can 10X Their Business
Gabriel Garcia is the Vice President at FL Home Cash Buyers, LLC. Gabriel started out as an aspiring hip hop artist, but with no money in his pocket, he decided he needed a change of lifestyle. Through the help of several books including Rich Dad Poor Dad, by Robert Kiyosaki, Gabriel found his financial freedom through real estate. Find out more about Gabriel's success, on this week's episode. Key Takeaways: Gabriel got started three years ago and is now currently doing about five to six deals a month How did Gabriel get started in this business? With no money in his pocket, Gabriel decided to read books about how to make money. Gabriel went to a seminar that taught him how to flip houses. He soon asked his dad for a $40,000 loan. His father pretty much hung up the phone on him. When you're first starting out, it's a big learning curve, and it can get hectic trying to cramp all the info into your head. Gabriel hired a local mentor as soon as he could, to help teach him the works. What is Gabriel's approach to creating effective systems? Gabriel realized that people -- not systems-- are foundational to his business. If you have bad people, you have a bad business. If you really sit down and think about the costs of a bad hire, you're looking at around $60,000-120,000. What does Gabriel's hiring process look like? After you've hired someone, what are some of the steps to building a fantastic team? How can real estate investors '10x' their business? What's the one thing they need to do? 10-20%, if not more, of your profits should go back into marketing. You can't build a business without marketing! Mentioned in This Episode: FlipEmpire.com Floridacashhomebuyers.com Cashflow Quadrant, by Robert Kiyosaki Rich Dad, Poor Dad, by Robert Kiyosaki Richest Man in Babylon by George Samuel Clason Good to Great by Jim Collins Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on 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 it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Text the word EMPIRE to 67076, and we'll send you a link to get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 27, 2016 • 10min
EP043: The Best Tips on How to Hire a Transaction Coordinator — Thursday's Q&A Session
Alex answers a question from one of his local wholesaler friends, who is currently looking for a transaction coordinator. How do you find good talent? Well, it's not by sending out an ad and then sifting through each and every resume. You always want to get your prospects to jump through hoops before you hire them! Find out some of the best hiring tips on this week's Q&A session. Key Takeaways: What's the best way to hire a transaction coordinator? Don't waste your time reviewing resumes. Have people jump through some hoops first. Alex's local wholesaler friend found two qualified applicants for the transaction coordinator position. Who should he hire? Every employee or team member should be bringing in more than what you pay them. Alex always has all his applicants take a Kolbe test before they get hired. If you're presented with two or three qualified applicants by the end of the screening process, then hire each qualified applicant for that position and give them a trial run. You have nothing to lose! The cream is going to rise to the top! Mentioned in This Episode: FlipEmpire.com Episode 25 of The Flip Empire Show: How To Hire A Rock Star Team Kolbe.com/assessments/kolbe-a-index/ Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on 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 it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Text the word EMPIRE to 67076, and we'll send you a link to get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 24, 2016 • 30min
EP042: Alex Chats With His First Student - Mark Skowron
Mark Skowron is the Owner of Festival Properties LLC, and runs a fantastic blog catered specifically to other real estate agents, called FocusOnBuyers.com. Mark only recently made the transition from a full-time employee, to the owner of his own real estate business, a couple of years ago. On this week's episode, Mark shares some of his tips on how he got to where he is today! Key Takeaways: Who is Mark? Mark decided to hire Alex as a coach and soon after closed his first deal! How much did Mark make on his first deal? How did Mark make the jump from his full-time job to being a full-time real estate agent? In the beginning, you will have to make sacrifices. You have to have a laser focus on what you want. What types of deals is Mark doing? Find out where your hot zip codes are in your area (check out the video in the middle of the Resources Page, under the Direct Mail Lists section) You can't control how much money you have, but you can control your energy, Where does Mark get his deal flow? Remember: Closed mouths don't get fed! Find a small group of other wholesalers and partner with them. What kinds of things should real estate agents be doing to increase their buyer's list? Mentioned in This Episode: FlipEmpire.com Schedule Your Strategy Session Here FocusOnBuyers.com Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on 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 it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Text the word EMPIRE to 67076, and we'll send you a link to get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 20, 2016 • 13min
EP041: How To Build a Cash Buyers List That Will Pay Close To Retail Value — Thursday's Q&A Session
On this week's Q&A show, Alex answers Elizabeth's question on how to properly build good relationships with your realtors. In Alex's experience, agents tend to offer the best paying clients and deals, so it's important for you to make good connections and build good rapport with your local agent. Do not miss out on this opportunity! Key Takeaways: Stay tuned for episode 50! Exciting things are happening. Elizabeth's question on how to properly build good relationships with your realtors. How can us wholesalers approach realtors who have cash buyers about properties we currently have under contract? Alex is focused more and more on networking and building good relationships with others. Agents often have cash buyers that will pay the most for our wholesale deals. Alex pitches the deal to the realtor on the phone and then follows up via text message. Alex always makes sure realtors add their commission to the wholesale price. Always be upfront and honest with your realtor. No one likes surprises. Is Alex's sales manager also a realtor? Connect with an attorney in your area and make sure everything is in working order. Mentioned in This Episode: FlipEmpire.com Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on 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 it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Text the word EMPIRE to 67076, and we'll send you a link to get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 17, 2016 • 36min
EP040: Jack Bosch Reveals Helpful Strategies to Achieve Forever Cash — Not Temporary Cash
Jack Bosch is a well-known figure in real estate and the author of Forever Cash. In his book, Jack busts the myth that it takes a full lifetime to acquire and retire on enough wealth. According to Jack, most people are living on one-time or temporary cash, where they're just earning enough to make a living, but what you really want to achieve is the 'forever cash' model through investing in viable businesses. Key Takeaways: When it comes to financial freedom, there's two parts to it. What does Jack's business look like today? Jack is in the process of buying an apartment complex in Louisiana. How did Jack get out of the entrepreneur's rat race? There's 3 types of cash - One-time cash, temporary cash, and forever cash. Self-financing a house is cash flow, but it's temporary cash flow. So, how do you generate forever cash? In order to get out of the rat race, you have to focus on passive income. Don't get hung up on the 'fast coin'. What's the first step to getting started? Jack took a portion of his money and put a bit of it into paying off his debt instead of paying it all off at once. What advice would Jack give to his 25-year-old self? If you're in your 20's right now, it's time to hustle!! Stop partying. Be sure to check out Jack's book, Forever Cash. What Jack does differently is how he uses the money he's made. Mentioned in This Episode: FlipEmpire.com Jackbosch.com Click Here To Get Your Forever Cash Real Estate Success Kit Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on 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 it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Text the word EMPIRE to 67076, and we'll send you a link to get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 13, 2016 • 11min
EP039: How Do I Get Started If I Have No Money? — Thursday's Q&A Session
Alex's Q&A session dives into a common question he receives very frequently — how do people generate leads, or even get started, without money? Alex offers creative ways you can get your foot into the real estate market with very little to no cash. There's literally no excuse as to why you can't do this! Key Takeaways: How can you get started if you have no money? Several ways. Find people who don't have time, but have money and partner with them. There are four ways you can co-wholesale. You absolutely have to build your cash-buyers list. Jump on Google and start Googling 'Cash for houses', 'Need to sell my house fast', etc., to find your buyers. Always have something in writing and consult with an attorney. Go to networking events. Take a couple of minutes and call the numbers you see on Craigslist. If you're doing something unique, feel free to reach out to Alex! Mentioned in This Episode: FlipEmpire.com Episode 31: How to Generate Leads for Free Episode 32: How To Wholesale for 6 & 7 Figure Deals (High-End Wholesaling)! Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on 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 it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Text the word EMPIRE to 67076, and we'll send you a link to get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 10, 2016 • 37min
EP038: Why Passive Income Is Never Passive
Daniil Kleyman has been a full-time real estate investor and developer in Richmond, VA since 2009. Daniil currently has 70 units to his name, but at the end of the day, it's really not about the quantity of units you have. When you invest, you want to always invest in quality because you also end up attracting quality tenants. Key Takeaways: What does Daniil's business look like today? Daniil has never really been much of a flipper, but right now the market has been presenting some excellent opportunities. Passive income is never 100% passive. What market is Daniil currently in and why did he pivot? Daniil can walk to all of his development projects in 30 min or less. The market won't keep going up forever. Real estate will go through cycles. Daniil has about 70 units right now. It shouldn't be about the number of units you have. It should always be about the quality of units. What advice would Daniil give to his past self knowing what he knows now? At the end of the day, business comes with risk. You can greatly mitigate your risk by knowing your numbers. How does Daniil evaluate the deals he receives? What does cash-on-cash return mean? Who manages Daniil's rental portfolio? At what point should investors hire someone in-house? What kind of tools does Daniil recommend to others? What's one piece of advice Daniil always shares with others? Mentioned in This Episode: FlipEmpire.com Access This Real Estate Pricing and Marketing Software! Wholesalers, Rehabbers, and Agents: Know the RIGHT Offer, Sell Your Deals Quickly, Get $$ For Your Projects, and Much More! Episode 34: Lee Kearney Tells You Everything You Need To Know About Market Cycles Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on 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 it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Text the word EMPIRE to 67076, and we'll send you a link to get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 6, 2016 • 15min
EP037: Lots of Properties on Contract, but Can't Sell Them! — Thursday's Q&A Session
Alex discusses what investors should do in the event they've locked down several properties with the seller, but can't seem to get the houses sold or moving. Mistakes happen and this has happened to Alex in the past where he has either underestimated or overestimated the market. Listen in to find out what you should be doing if you're locked into a property and you can't get it off of your hands! Key Takeaways: Thank you for listening to the podcast! Please review the show and let Alex know what you think. Are you able to lock up properties, but can't seem to move them? This episode is for you. What to do when you can't sell the property after you've secured it... Alex recommends using Sly Broadcast for your business. Emails can slip through the cracks, which is why using text messaging and voice mail helps! You should never get into a contract with the intention of renegotiating. Be upfront with the homeowner if you're unable to sell. Always explore different options before you let the deal go. Partner with another wholesaler. Mentioned in This Episode: FlipEmpire.com Check out Sly Broadcast Here Use Call Fire as part of your Follow Up System! Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on 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 it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Text the word EMPIRE to 67076, and we'll send you a link to get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 3, 2016 • 31min
EP036: How to Increase and Add Value to Your Network with Mike Hambright
Mike Hambright is a professional real estate investor, mentor, and coach. Mike is also the founder and host of Flip Nerd, an educational website where he interviews VIPs in the real estate market across the US. This week's master class is all about expanding and adding value to your network. Key Takeaways: How important is it to build a network? Be open minded and share good information with your network. So many people are out there for themselves, you have to be different. Mike shares why he started his own podcast. Finding creative ways to follow up with people. Collecting business cards isn't networking. Always use a contact's first name and pay attention to the little details about them. Picking up the phone and calling someone is going to go a long way. Although it may sound bad, you do want to keep people in categories to help you keep organized. Mike recommends using Contactually. Not a member? You can sign up to Flip Nerd for free! Mentioned in This Episode: FlipEmpire.com FlipNerd.com Alex on the FlipNerd Podcast: Leverage people and systems to grow your real estate business Contactually.com Ask Alex A Question: Have a question you want featured on 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 it personally! Did you get your FREE Online Course? Text the word EMPIRE to 67076, and we'll send you a link to get instant access to the "5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less)" video module training course. Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
