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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Oct 22, 2020 • 21min
EP459: Do Single-Family Properties Provide Passive Income?
Alex saw a debate happening on Facebook that made him curious about whether it's better to invest in single-family properties vs. multifamily properties. Can you really get a passive income from investing in single family homes? Alex decided that he will be hosting an upcoming debate with four well-known, success real estate investors on the pros and cons of single-family vs. multifamily. Follow Alex on Facebook to get more updates on when this debate will be hosted live! Key Takeaways: Do single-family properties provide passive income? How do you define passive income? If you have a property management company, you still have to manage them! No matter what, you still have to do something to get that money coming in on a month-by-month basis. It's hard to scale single-family properties. Alex is going to host a single-family vs. multifamily property debate on his podcast soon! This debate will be hosted live with four amazing real estate investors. Do you have questions? Send them in to Alex ASAP! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Take Your Life & Business to New Heights with the Flip Empire Experience in the Florida Keys Online (Unlimited) REI Sales Academy For Investors Who Want To Convert More Of Their Leads Into Contracts THE Z-CODE: Groundbreaking 2020 Money-Making Secret Exposed…"Zillow Income Hack" How an Average Joe from Saint Louis 'Cracked the Code' on Earning Income Using Zillow Without Buying & Selling Real Estate . ASCEND: 🚀 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/ 💻 Access to Online Course: 5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less): http://www.flipempire.com WHO IS ALEX PARDO? https://flipempire.com/about/ 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. TWEETABLES: "99% of the time, my belief is that something needs to be done; there's something required from you." "Rentals require a certain level of management. Either way, the consensus is rentals are not truly passive income." "With single-family, it's hard to scale. You need to own many. If you have 20 single-families or less, you're breaking even at best." 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! SUBSCRIBE To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 19, 2020 • 53min
EP458: An Inspiring Story about an Immigrant Entrepreneur Who Overcame Adversity to Achieve Massive Success
Peter Kolat was born in Poland and immigrated to the United States when he was 14 years old. He did not speak any English at the time and this early life experience taught him the values of perseverance and never giving up. When you're going through a tough challenge, it's important to reframe your mind and keep going. Peter shares his story on this week's podcast and dives into how you can become a resilient entrepreneur as well. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Peter shares an inspiring story about his past, and how he had to fight and claw for success! Peter came to the United States when he was 14 and it was hard. He didn't want to leave Poland at all. Peter believes his uncomfortable experiences as a kid trying to learn English for the first time made him a stronger entrepreneur. In business, you cannot give up easily. You have to keep going. How did Peter transition from being an architect to a real estate investor? Peter realizes that he should have gotten a mentor a lot sooner in his career. What happens if you can't afford a coach for yourself? Don't be too cheap to spend on yourself. Science has proven that what you think impacts how you feel/act. Life is all about perspective. You can reframe a negative situation into a positive situation. Do not fall into a victim mentality. How does Peter help his clients? When you have a nudge, listen to it and take action on it. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Take Your Life & Business to New Heights with the Flip Empire Experience in the Florida Keys: Flipempire.com/private Connect with Peter: Website & LinkedIn Watch Alex Pardo on Masters Unite: How Alex Pardo, a Wholesaler, Reinvented His Business & Regained His Passion Book Recommendations Rich Dad Poor Dad, by Robert Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter Think and Grow Rich, by Napoleon Hill 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 ▶︎ http://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/ 💻 Access to Online Course: 5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less): http://www.flipempire.com ★☆★ WHO IS ALEX PARDO? https://flipempire.com/about/ 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. .. TWEETABLES: "In retrospect, knowing what I know now, I should have gotten a coach or mentor a lot sooner." "Where focus goes, energy flows. What you think starts to create meanings out of it." "Never give up. That resilience. Keep moving forward. Just have this thing of keeping moving forward. Whatever happens, you'll get through it." 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! SUBSCRIBE To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 15, 2020 • 27min
EP457: 5 Powerful Ways You Can Take Your Follow Up Game (With Sellers) To The Next Level
As a real estate investor, it's no secret that you have to follow up with your sellers on a consistent basis. If you don't, then you're just wasting your marketing dollars. Alex has five powerful strategies he's leveraged in his business over the years and breaks down how you can effectively use them no matter what market you're in! Key Takeaways: Interested in joining Alex's next mastermind experience in South Florida? Apply Here Alex just got back from a Real Estate Influencer conference in Tampa! Let's talk about follow up! Alex has five powerful tips for you today that have helped him in his business. If you're not following up, you're flushing money down the toilet. The best follow-up system is a combination of leveraging technology and having personal human touch. Alex has a 27-week email autoresponder series that has revived conversations with previously "dead" leads. Life changes and you never know where someone might be in their life. Keep following up! Alex invested in a customized automation system in their CRM. They found out a few months later that it wasn't working! Don't always assume systems and processes are always working for you. TIP: Take advantage of holidays, people's birthdays, or any sort of special event/news event. Sometimes the follow-up can just be about seeing how they're doing. Connect with your customers on social media! What is the "blue bubble" theory? You really want to split test what times which sellers/customers respond to you. Handwrite your letters and thank you letters! It adds a really nice touch. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Flip Empire Experience in the Florida Keys: Flipempire.com/private Level Up Your REI Sales Game: Flipempire.com/sales THE Z-CODE: Groundbreaking 2020 Money-Making Secret Exposed…"Zillow Income Hack" How an Average Joe from Saint Louis 'Cracked the Code' on Earning Income Using Zillow Without Buying & Selling Real Estate . ASCEND: 🚀 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/ 💻 Access to Online Course: 5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less): http://www.flipempire.com WHO IS ALEX PARDO? https://flipempire.com/about/ 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. TWEETABLES: "We put so much effort into marketing to then only do business with people on the first shot." "My strong opinion is to have the mindset to follow up until they sell or follow up until they curse at you." "When we would go on seller appointments, we would always send three things. We would send our credibility package in the mail, and in that package, we'd send a handwritten note, and a branded Starbucks gift card." 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! SUBSCRIBE To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 12, 2020 • 51min
EP456: 7-Figure Wholesale Business in 2019 to 6-Figure Flips in 2020
Matt Fullerton has been on the podcast before and is ready to share his knowledge on what he's been doing differently this year! Lots has changed due to the pandemic and Matt doesn't see wholesale being as lively as it once was. He shares his thoughts on doubling down on your strengths, diversifying your business's services, and so much more on this week's episode! Key Takeaways: Matt closed nearly $1m in deals in 2019. Where is his business today? When COVID surprised us all, Matt saw a lot of hard money lenders going under. What percentage of Matt's deals are wholesale vs. fix and flip? Matt really resisted doing fix and flip because they know they were incredibly good at wholesale. Is Wholesaling Dying? Matt shares his thoughts. Why did Matt decide not to go into multi-family? Mat would rather be really good at one thing than be ok at 5 other things. Deals have been harder to come by because of the market prices, so Matt has really relied on his partnerships. About 20% of Matt's deals are coming from referrals. TIP: Alex pays people a $5,000 referral fee. What's Matt's deal criteria and what he decides to take down/pursue? Just because you can make a lot of money, doesn't mean you should mess with it if there's a large headache factor involved. Alex doesn't know too many investors who are making six-figures in their flips. How is Matt making such high-profit margins? If you're going to fix and flip, make sure you have healthy cash reserves. The biggest lesson Matt learned this year is to be adaptable. Why does Matt love the ASCEND mastermind? Sometimes you have to delay gratification to get to your dreams. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Flip Empire Experience in the Florida Keys; Flipempire.com/private Connect with Matt: Website & LinkedIn Episode 390: 1st Year in Business, and Around 1 Million in Wholesale Fees! Matt Fullerton Explains How They Did This with Severe Marketing Restrictions Episode 424: Matt Fullerton — $946,000 in Wholesale Fees (After Just 1 Year in Business) 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 ▶︎ http://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/ 💻 Access to Online Course: 5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less): http://www.flipempire.com ★☆★ WHO IS ALEX PARDO? https://flipempire.com/about/ 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. TWEETABLES: "I pay a referral fee to anyone, friends, family, doesn't matter. Anyone refers me to a house that I can buy, I'll pay them $1,000 cash." "Buying them right, that's where you make your money. For flips, we take 70% of less of ARV minus repairs and we don't go above that." "Don't be afraid. Do not conduct business through fear or a scarcity mindset" 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! SUBSCRIBE To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 8, 2020 • 30min
EP455: I Have A Confession To Make
Alex is going through some stress in his life right now and wants to be open and transparent with you on how he's handling it. In every situation, life is not about what happens to you, but how you choose to respond. These words ring truer than ever before and Alex shares why. Key Takeaways: Alex has been dealing with some stress lately. Life is not about what happens to you, but how you choose to respond. As an entrepreneur, we all go through certain seasons. Alex's children are getting older and they are testing their authority. Alex strives every day to be the best husband and father he can be. Why do we sometimes make choices that are not good for us? The quality of life is determined by the decisions we make. Monitor what you're focusing on. What meaning do you give to things when they are happening to you? Alex shares an example of hearing a message and taking it in wrong. COVID-19 has been the biggest blessing for a lot of people. What are you going to do about what's in front of you? Whatever is going on in your life, Alex is confident that you have the ability to completely change what's going on. If you'd like to help Alex out, share this podcast! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Flip Empire Experience in the Florida Keys: Flipempire.com/private RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: 1-2-3 Magic Book by Thomas W. Phelan THE Z-CODE: Groundbreaking 2020 Money-Making Secret Exposed…"Zillow Income Hack" How an Average Joe from Saint Louis 'Cracked the Code' on Earning Income Using Zillow Without Buying & Selling Real Estate . 📺 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/ 💻 Access to Online Course: 5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less): http://www.flipempire.com ★☆★ WHO IS ALEX PARDO? https://flipempire.com/about/ 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. Tweetables: "When your kids are born, they don't come with a manual." "You have the ability to change these things but it starts with making a decision." "Look internal, not external. We have the ability already inside of you to change anything you want. It's already within you." 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! Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 5, 2020 • 40min
EP454: Untold Reflections from our most recent ASCEND Mastermind Retreat
Steve Cavanaugh and Alex reflect on the common challenges they heard during their most recent ASCEND Mastermind Retreat. So many of these entrepreneurs are highly successful in their own right, and it's amazing what happens when you have high-caliber people sitting in the same room with a common goal of helping each other. Accountability plays a huge part in achieving your goals and Steve and Alex were able to see this firsthand during their recent Retreat. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Alex is very grateful for the ASCEND Community, and is inspired by it's members. What were some of the common roadblocks that came up during the mastermind? A common challenge is facing uncertainty and how to manage the unknown. Oftentimes, business challenges are masked as personal challenges. Now is a great time to figure out where the holes in your business are. People are experiencing fear of loss right now. What have been some wins some of the ASCEND members experienced during this retreat? Don't get caught up in your head. So often the answers are hidden in plain sight. What does accountability look like in the ASCEND mastermind? What do you want to accomplish? When people are checking in with you, it drives you to achieve your goals. So many entrepreneurs struggle with 'not being enough.' What was Alex & Steve's favorite part of the retreat? MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Flip Empire Experience in the Florida Keys; Flipempire.com/private 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 ▶︎ http://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/ 💻 Access to Online Course: 5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less): http://www.flipempire.com ★☆★ WHO IS ALEX PARDO? https://flipempire.com/about/ 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. Tweetables: "The uncertainty was just causing a lot of fear and angst and it wasn't allowing people to make important decisions and move in a direction of vision and/or goals." "We think bigger is better and more is more and we want to get ahead by adding to our plate, when in fact it's a fact of clearing our plate." "So often the answers are hidden in plain sight." 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! Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Oct 1, 2020 • 19min
EP453: Have You Taken Advantage of the Revenue Energy Matrix?
Alex has been getting some questions on when is the right time to hire out or begin outsourcing some of their tasks. In this week's episode, Alex breaks down an exercise you can do this week to determine what's worth your time and what's not in your business. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Alex is hosting the first Flip Empire Experience in the Florida Keys. How do you know what you're working on today will get you to where you want to go in the future? For one week, Alex wants you to time track what you do. It'll open your eyes to where you're spending most of your time. Alex reveals how you can build out a matrix to see which of your tasks are revenue generating vs non-revenue generating. When you have this comprehensive list, you can focus on what energizes you instead of what drains you. When you drill down deep, you might recognize that you don't even have to do it. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Flip Empire Experience in the Florida Keys: Flipempire.com/private RECOMMENDED RESOURCE: THE Z-CODE: Groundbreaking 2020 Money-Making Secret Exposed…"Zillow Income Hack" How an Average Joe from Saint Louis 'Cracked the Code' on Earning Income Using Zillow Without Buying & Selling Real Estate 🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ http://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/ 💻 Access to Online Course: 5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less): http://www.flipempire.com ★☆★ WHO IS ALEX PARDO? https://flipempire.com/about/ 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. Tweetables: "What would things look like or what would you feel like if your 'to-do' list was a 'get to-do list'?" "We have options; we have choices. The decisions we make or the lack thereof are what impact the quality of life we live. We get to do things." "Focus on the things that give you energy and not take energy away from you." 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! Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Sep 28, 2020 • 52min
EP452: Don Costa - Is Your Business Lean, or Just Fat and Bloated? (Time to Jump in the "Business Gym")
Don Costa was managing a 16 person team before COVID hit. He's now running his team incredibly lean and he's learned a couple of things along the way. He shares how to build a strong business foundation, what to do when you have a real winner on your team to keep them engaged, and so much more on this week's episode! KEY TAKEAWAYS: Since COVID, Don has chosen to downsize his team (and get lean!) Don asked himself, how can he and his team make more money than what they're already doing. It makes no difference what your gross rev is when your margins are tiny. When you're in growth mode, how much money are you really keeping? What does it mean to have a strong business foundation? If you have a buy box, stick to it! Don't try to put a square peg through a round hole. How did Don's business get so bloated? Business is meant to serve you and others. This is why you must have a plan. Don knows that if he is bored, he is dangerous. He will always be working and doesn't plan on ever retiring. What is Don doing to get more business through his door with less staff? Do not stop following up until the seller tells you to kick rocks. The best acquisition managers have a very small life span. You get a good 12-24 months before they move on. You have to hold your team accountable and sometimes that means listening to sales calls. By hiring more people, you can actually end up starving your top-player out. And guess what happens when you starve a winner? How is Don keeping his team sharp and up-to-date? If you don't have a good disposition's person in your corner, you're doing all of this wrong. If you're not training your team in marketing and sales, you're doing yourself a disservice as well. Prepare for the worst, but hope for the best. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The Flip Empire Experience in the Florida Keys; Flipempire.com/private Up your Sales Game: http://flipempire.com/sales Connect with Don: Fliptalk.com & Instagram Check out Don's Flip Talk Podcast BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS: Profit First by Mike Michalowicz Don't Wait To Enjoy Your Life Tomorrow, Live It Today! How To Grow Your Business, Expand Your Impact, and Experience Your Perfect Life: Get Access Now: Free 5 Part Video Training Series on "How To Quickly Generate The Most Qualified Motivated Seller Leads & Produce High Margin Deals WITHOUT Investing a Bunch Of Your Time and Money" 🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ http://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/ 💻 Access to Online Course: 5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less): http://www.flipempire.com ★☆★ WHO IS ALEX PARDO? https://flipempire.com/about/ 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. Tweetables: "A stable business first, a stable foundation, is the most important thing. And, you can get fat/bloated and become more bureaucracy than a business." "You create this machine (for residual income), but you end up feeding the machine." "If I have a winner on my team. If I have the greatest pitcher of all time, why am I going to have that person on the bench 50% of the game?" 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! Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Sep 24, 2020 • 19min
EP451: 5 Free Resources to Generate More Leads for your Real Estate Investing Business
Alex recommends several websites you can use right now to generate new leads for zero-to-low-cost. Key Takeaways: Entrepreneurs tend to be their own worst enemy. You want to first start with what you want for your life and then create a business around that lifestyle. Click here if you want help. What are the best websites to find good leads? Did you know there are some incredibly ninja ways you can use Zillow to generate leads? Check out the Z-Code. Airbnb owners are getting killed right now. Bonus tips: Take a look at garage sales and establish relationships with moving companies. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Lead generating websites: Estatesales.net Gosection8.com Meetup.com Airbnb.com RECOMMENDED RESOURCE: THE Z-CODE: Groundbreaking 2020 Money-Making Secret Exposed…"Zillow Income Hack" How an Average Joe from Saint Louis 'Cracked the Code' on Earning Income Using Zillow Without Buying & Selling Real Estate 🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ http://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/ 💻 Access to Online Course: 5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less): http://www.flipempire.com ★☆★ WHO IS ALEX PARDO? https://flipempire.com/about/ 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. Tweetables: "For me, that answer has evolved and changed depending on what season I am at in life." "There is not a right or wrong, but you have to be honest with yourself." "How can you reframe what success means to you and set it up in a way that you're winning, no matter what?" 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! Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
Sep 21, 2020 • 48min
EP450: The Formula to Achieve (& Sustain) REI Marketing Success
Chris Michaels is an Entrepreneur and a direct response marketing ninja! He's not a real estate investor, and that's actually a good thing. When it comes to marketing, many real estate investors operate in the stone age. This is why Alex has a guy like Chris on to bring an outside perspective on marketing, and how we can reach our ideal prospects to maximize our ROI. Key Takeaways: Marketing and sales will always be at the heart of any business. No matter what your industry. Real estate investors are behind the times when it comes to marketing. Chris isn't in real estate, and that's actually a good thing. How did Chris get started in marketing? Chris's first ad on Facebook was a total flop. If you understand sales and marketing, you'll never starve. How did Chris get started in the real estate space? Believe it or not, social media and marketing are easier than you think it might be. We tend to overcomplicate things. People associate trust with consistency. People can be too impatient when it comes to their ads and don't give it enough time to just "sit" and see if it works. When you serve people on a powerful level, they'll naturally trust you, and even better, they'll tell other people about it too. How many people would get in line when they don't even know what it is for? People follow the leader even when it doesn't make sense to. How do real estate investors generate more social proof? Take your customers through a journey that makes them truly feel the experience. Emotions drive sales. How do you discover who is a motivated seller vs. not? Marketing takes constant experimentation and tweaks. It takes time to figure out the perfect formula. It's so important to figure out who your avatar is and cater to them in your marketing materials. Alex loves Chris's products. Nobody can tell your story as well as you can tell your story. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Chris: Chrismichaelsmarketing.com Become a part of Chris Michael's Marketing Insiders Here Book recommendations: Contagious: Why Things Catch On Book by Jonah Berger Don't Wait To Enjoy Your Life Tomorrow, Live It Today! How To Grow Your Business, Expand Your Impact, and Experience Your Perfect Life: Get Access Now: Free 5 Part Video Training Series on "How To Quickly Generate The Most Qualified Motivated Seller Leads & Produce High Margin Deals WITHOUT Investing a Bunch Of Your Time and Money" 🔊 LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE TO THE FLIP EMPIRE SHOW (PODCAST) on Apple Podcasts ▶︎ http://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/ 💻 Access to Online Course: 5 Ways To Scale Your Real Estate Wholesaling Business To Six Figures (In 6 Months Or Less): http://www.flipempire.com ★☆★ WHO IS ALEX PARDO? https://flipempire.com/about/ 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. Tweetables: "The biggest thing is a lack of confidence. They really don't know when it comes to social media and putting out ads. They really don't know what to do." "Just simply show up and be consistent with showing up. Be patient. That's huge." "You can't just go into things expecting to have it all figured out." 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! Subscribe To The Flip Empire Show, and Leave a Rating & Review!
