After 809 episodes and nearly a decade of showing up every week, The Flip Empire Show is coming to a close—but this is not the end. It’s the beginning of something bigger. In this heartfelt farewell episode, Alex Pardo reflects on the journey of building a podcast from scratch, why he's rebranding the show into The Storage Wins Podcast, what this transition means for you, and how he’s designing an entirely new season-based format to help you buy your first storage facility, build wealth, and live free. Whether you’re a longtime listener or just joined, this episode is both a thank-you and a launchpad for the next chapter.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Why Episode 809 marks the final chapter of The Flip Empire Show
• The personal and professional transformation that led Alex to self-storage
• How storage helped Alex escape the hustle of transactional real estate
• How to stay connected through the transition
• Seasonal format: Why it’s different and what’s coming next

TWEETABLES

• "This isn't a goodbye. In fact, in many ways, it's a rebirth. It's the relaunch of something that I think is going to be much, much bigger." - Alex Pardo 

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!

Wondering how to legally shrink your tax bill and grow your wealth through real estate? This episode breaks it all down. CPA and tax strategist Kaden Hackney joins us to demystify the “Big, Beautiful Bill” and share practical tax-saving strategies for real estate and self-storage investors. From bonus depreciation to recapture, entity structures, and common CPA mistakes, this is the tax education every investor needs but rarely gets. Tune in and get ahead of the IRS!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• What the “Big, Beautiful Bill” really is and why it matters to real estate investors
• How to qualify as a Real Estate Professional and unlock massive tax savings
• Bonus depreciation vs. Section 179: When and how to use them
• The mistake that could trap your tax savings inside the wrong entity
• Why buying just for tax benefits can backfire and how to avoid recapture regret
• Step-by-step advice for new investors who don’t have a tax strategist yet 

TWEETABLES

• "Depreciation is really borrowing tax savings" - Kaden Hackney

• "Don't let what you don't know hold you back. Bust down the doors and find the people who can help you." - Kaden Hackney

ABOUT KADEN HACKNEY 

Kaden Hackney is a CPA, Enrolled Agent, and Masters of Accountancy graduate with deep expertise in advanced tax strategy, real estate advisory, and business consulting. As a partner at BEC Tax Advisors, he leads high-impact tax planning and operations for real estate entrepreneurs and business owners across the country.

Kaden's journey spans from public accounting and tax controversy to building multi-million dollar ventures and leading cross-functional teams. Known for turning complexity into clarity, he designs scalable systems, drives profitability, and empowers clients to build wealth through intelligent structure and strategy. With certifications in cryptocurrency taxation, strategic operations, and a passion for automation and Al, Kaden blends technical depth with entrepreneurial insight. 

CONNECT WITH KADEN

• Website: BEC: Accounting, Tax, CFO for Real Estate Investors 
• LinkedIn: Kaden H. 

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!

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!

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."

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📺 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

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.”

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📺 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 

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 

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

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📺 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

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

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_

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🚀 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 

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