In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau chats with experienced real estate investor and former tech executive Ed Mathews. Based in Connecticut, Ed shares how his real estate investing journey evolved from flipping houses to owning multifamily properties—and now, creatively leveraging land through solar farm ground leases.

Ed explains how zoning restrictions and conservation requirements on a 58-acre parcel led him to an unexpected but profitable opportunity: installing a solar farm on otherwise unusable land. He dives into how this long-term, triple-net lease offers stable mailbox money with minimal overhead, and why it’s become a smart addition to his investment strategy.

This conversation is packed with insight for investors looking for alternative cash-flow strategies, especially in challenging market conditions. If you’ve ever wondered how to squeeze more value from your land or how renewable energy can be part of your portfolio, this episode is a must-listen.

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Have you ever worried about raising capital the wrong way? In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with real estate attorney Nicholas McGrue, founder of Polymath Legal, to discuss the right and legal way to raise capital for real estate deals—without getting into hot water with securities regulators.

From joint ventures on duplexes to full-blown syndications, Nick unpacks what real estate investors need to know to stay compliant while growing their portfolios. You’ll hear about exemptions, the “friends and family” rule, creative capital raising methods, and why the SEC usually shows up only when something goes wrong.

Nick shares the biggest mistakes he sees investors make, the importance of structuring deals properly, and how real relationships and communication help clients succeed—even in a tough market.

What you'll learn in this episode:

How to tell if your deal is a security (and why it matters)

What legal exemptions can help you raise capital fast

Common mistakes investors make that could lead to SEC trouble

Creative and compliant ways to raise capital

Why building investor trust and communication is more crucial than ever

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In this episode, Dave is joined by Mark Hanf and Edward Brown from Pacific Private Money. They dive deep into an innovative financing strategy helping homeowners purchase their next home before selling their current one—a smart solution especially popular in competitive markets.

Mark and Edward explain how their "Buy Before Sell" consumer bridge loan program works and why it's grown to become half of their business. With over 17 years of lending experience, they share how Pacific Private Money evolved from serving real estate flippers to helping everyday homeowners, and why their solutions provide speed, flexibility, and financial peace of mind.

You’ll also learn about their alternative investment options for accredited investors—including their Arrival Fund, trust deed investing, and how their conservative, short-term real estate loans generate reliable returns.

Key Topics:

What makes Pacific Private Money unique in the lending space

How "Buy Before Sell" bridge loans work

Key advantages for homeowners and real estate professionals

Investment opportunities for accredited investors

Marketing shifts in private lending and capital raising

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Brandon Cobb of HBG Capital joins Dave Dubeau to break down a unique and highly profitable real estate strategy: turning farmland into affordable housing communities—and then selling that land straight to Wall Street-backed national home builders.

In this episode, Brandon shares how he transitioned from medical device sales to doing over $22 million a year in real estate development. He explains what “little a” affordable housing is, why it’s in such high demand, and how his company is strategically positioned to meet that need in Tennessee and beyond.

You’ll learn:

How Brandon accidentally got into land development (and why he stayed)

The surprising advantages of selling “just the paper” instead of building homes

Key factors to consider when dealing with city approvals and civil engineers

What makes a successful community project—and how poor planning can tank one

Why now is the time to partner in affordable housing land deals

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What the heck is an auto condo? Dave Dubeau sits down with Farley Youman, a seasoned real estate entrepreneur and private lender, to unpack this unique and high-end asset class popping up in Florida. Farley shares what these luxury car storage units are all about—and why the wealthy are lining up to buy them.

In this episode, Farley walks us through his journey from flipping homes to becoming a hard money lender for deals as small as $200K and as large as several million. He also reveals how he's built a powerful network of capital sources over the years—from institutional lenders to family capital to private individuals.

Key takeaways:

What auto condos are and who’s buying them

How Farley structures multi-million dollar loans using a mix of private and institutional capital

Why face-to-face networking is still his #1 lead generator

His favorite speaking topic that brings in leads like crazy

How lending has taught him more about real estate than flipping ever did

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From the hospital floor to the investment space, Maria Marks has made an incredible career pivot. In this episode, Maria shares how her background in nursing gave her the superpower of trust-building—an essential skill she now uses daily as a capital raiser at Wealth Mission Group.

Dave and Maria dig into the unique approach her team takes with their Arizona-focused debt fund, offering smaller loans to flippers and triple-net commercial property owners. Maria explains how their model is different from typical syndications, and why passive income through debt investments is gaining traction with first-time investors.

Maria also reveals her secret to finding new investors in the least expected places—think hotel lobbies, grocery stores, and soccer games—and how she uses what Dave calls a “reverse elevator pitch” to connect with people on a deeper level. This approach is all about listening first, building rapport, and inviting others to imagine what their life could be like with steady passive income.

If you're a capital raiser, investor, or just curious about creative ways to grow your wealth, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

What You'll Learn:

How Maria transitioned from nursing to real estate investing

The structure and focus of her debt fund with Wealth Mission Group

How she educates and empowers first-time accredited investors

Her unique approach to building investor relationships

The power of listening and curiosity in raising capital

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In this engaging episode, Dave Dubeau sits down with Flint Jamison, a former aerospace engineer turned real estate investor, who’s now shaking up the scene with a niche focus: dental office investments. Flint shares his journey through multifamily, build-to-rent, and now medical office spaces—offering insights into why triple net leases and dentist offices make for some of the most stable, cash-flowing assets available today.

Listeners will learn:

Why Flint prefers being “asset agnostic” and how that helps him diversify his investor offerings.

How he uses a customizable fund model so investors can choose their own adventure.

Why triple net leases in dental offices are low-maintenance and highly profitable.

The biggest risks and how his team mitigates them by vetting dentist-operators.

How his engineering background and new book are helping him connect with fellow engineers-turned-investors.

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In this inspiring episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau welcomes Jeff McCarley, a real-life hero from Arizona who is making bold moves from saving lives to building wealth through multifamily real estate. Jeff shares his journey from long-term single-family rentals to raising capital for apartment syndications—all while serving as a State Trooper, paramedic, and search and rescue specialist.

Hear how a life-changing diagnosis in Jeff's family fueled his “why,” pushing him to scale faster and secure financial freedom. You’ll also learn how Jeff is navigating the transition into capital raising, building an investor network from scratch, and leaning into his unique background to stand out in a crowded real estate space.

What you’ll discover in this episode:

Jeff’s path from single-family homes to multifamily investing

The powerful personal motivation behind his investing goals

Creative strategies to connect with potential investors, including warm-up campaigns and leveraging social media

How his search-and-rescue background gives him a unique edge

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In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave chats with Nick Jones, a former professional wakeboarder turned commercial real estate investor and developer. Nick shares his journey from extreme sports to managing a portfolio of 50 diverse commercial properties—ranging from industrial parks to QSRs (Quick Service Restaurants) and suburban retail centers.

Nick breaks down his approach to value-add investing, including ground-up development, redevelopment, and strategic long-term land plays. He reveals how he assesses deals, builds strong tenant relationships, and leverages triple net leases for consistent cash flow. You’ll also hear Nick’s insights on raising capital, stabilizing properties, and planning for future density opportunities in both urban and suburban markets.

Takeaways from this episode:

Why QSRs and drive-thrus are a booming sector

How to evaluate low-density investments with high future potential

The importance of tenant relationships in commercial deals

Pros and cons of working with local vs. corporate tenants

Raising capital for commercial syndications

What investors should know about triple net leases

Why Nick loves industrial parks and retail strip centers

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In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau sits down with Evan Curtis, COO of Vanemore, a Los Angeles-based multifamily investment firm that strategically avoided the worst of the recent multifamily downturn. Evan shares how his team read the market signals in 2021–2022, made disciplined decisions, and is now in a strong position to acquire more properties while others are in retreat.

Evan explains their “middle-market” buy box, how they add value to already high-performing properties, and the tech tools they're using to boost NOI without major renovations. He also opens up about the current capital raising climate, the importance of educating both new and experienced investors, and why now might be the right time to consider multifamily real estate—even if it doesn’t feel like it.

How Vanemore successfully positioned itself ahead of the multifamily correction

What defines a "middle-market" value-add multifamily asset

How AI and automation tools are reducing costs and increasing efficiency

Real examples of increasing unit count and revenue without buying more land

Smart investor education tactics in a hesitant market

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