Today, I welcome Jay Young to The Investing Secrets Podcast. Jay is a fourth-generation oilman and the Founder & CEO of King Operating Corporation, a Dallas-based oil and gas firm specializing in what he calls the new school methodology of energy investing. In this episode, he breaks down how this modern approach differs from the traditional “drill-and-hope” model that has caused generations of investors to lose capital - and why scaling large acreage positions, proving out multiple well locations, and selling to institutional buyers has created far more consistent outcomes for investors.

Jay highlights how his team identifies massive ranches and field developments - like their 60,000-acre project near Amarillo - where dozens or even hundreds of future drilling locations exist. He explains how they drill a select number of horizontal wells to establish production, demonstrate value, and generate meaningful cash flow before selling the entire package to a public company that pays a premium for the remaining development upside.

We also dive into why this strategy mirrors how large family offices and institutional energy groups invest, and how retail investors can now participate with the same tax advantages - including the ability to write off a significant portion of their investment in year one. Jay walks through the core differences between his large-scale development model and the old-school approach of drilling isolated prospects, why the latter often fails, and how scaling proven acreage has driven some of the biggest exits in oil and gas history.

With decades of industry experience and a business plan grounded in repeatability, engineering innovation, and risk reduction, Jay distills lessons that investors - new or seasoned - can use to evaluate opportunities in one of the most misunderstood asset classes in the alternative investment landscape.

Welcome Jay, to The Investing Secrets Podcast…

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Looking to build lasting wealth through alternative investments? You’re in the right place.

If you’re new here, my name is Danny Gould. I’m the founder and CEO of Gould Capital, a private equity firm specializing in exclusive commercial real estate and other alternative investments. We connect investors with elite opportunities - investments that aren’t public, aren’t cookie-cutter, and most importantly, aren’t what your financial advisor is pitching.

Here’s how I got here…

1) Started as a pre-med student at Stanford University, but a lifelong dream of building the biggest hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip ignited my passion for real estate.
2) Transitioned to residential real estate, driving over a quarter billion dollars in sales, and became an industry leader in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
3) Decided to finally pursue my Hotel dreams and founded GMS Ventures alongside two experienced Hoteliers, with a total Hotel Portfolio Size of over $300M
4) Leveraged my expertise and relationships to build Gould Capital - which empowers investors to access transformative commercial real estate deals and alternative investments.

FULL DISCLOSURE
I create content to connect with ambitious investors - people who want to take control of their financial futures. If that’s you, let’s build something extraordinary together - I invite you to take the first step by connecting with me via a 20 minute Zoom Call. Here’s my calendar: https://bit.ly/3rVfqwn

Today, I welcome Joe Downs to The Investing Secrets Podcast. Joe is the Managing Partner of Belrose Self Storage Group, and today he shares how he built a rapidly growing national self-storage portfolio after a winding career that took him through broker-dealer equity raises, distressed debt, and multiple reinventions. He walks us through his unlikely path into self-storage, how he pivoted industries again and again, and why that resilience ultimately led him to one of the most profitable niches in commercial real estate.

Joe also breaks down the story of his very first storage deal - an overlooked 20,000-square-foot facility in Maryland that he and his partners transformed by reconfiguring units, tightening operations, and applying true hands-on management. In less than 20 months, they doubled the value of the property and sold to an institutional buyer, proving the power of the mom-and-pop opportunity and setting the foundation for the portfolio they operate today.

Later in the episode, Joe dives into the key criteria he uses when evaluating a storage acquisition: hyper-local supply and demand, population trends, competitive REIT behavior, and the demographic patterns that determine whether an operator thrives or fails. He explains why self-storage is still dominated by mom-and-pop owners, why the “silver tsunami” is creating unprecedented deal flow, and why creative financing - especially seller-financed transactions - remains one of the biggest advantages in this asset class.

With over a decade of experience across multiple real estate sectors, Joe distills the lessons, mistakes, and insights that any active or passive investor can use to identify strong opportunities and avoid costly missteps.

Welcome Joe, to The Investing Secrets Podcast…

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Looking to build lasting wealth through alternative investments? You’re in the right place.

If you’re new here, my name is Danny Gould. I’m the founder and CEO of Gould Capital, a private equity firm specializing in exclusive commercial real estate and other alternative investments. We connect investors with elite opportunities - investments that aren’t public, aren’t cookie-cutter, and most importantly, aren’t what your financial advisor is pitching.

Here’s how I got here…

1) Started as a pre-med student at Stanford University, but a lifelong dream of building the biggest hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip ignited my passion for real estate.
2) Transitioned to residential real estate, driving over a quarter billion dollars in sales, and became an industry leader in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
3) Decided to finally pursue my Hotel dreams and founded GMS Ventures alongside two experienced Hoteliers, with a total Hotel Portfolio Size of over $300M
4) Leveraged my expertise and relationships to build Gould Capital - which empowers investors to access transformative commercial real estate deals and alternative investments.

FULL DISCLOSURE
I create content to connect with ambitious investors - people who want to take control of their financial futures. If that’s you, let’s build something extraordinary together - I invite you to take the first step by connecting with me via a 20 minute Zoom Call. Here’s my calendar: https://bit.ly/3rVfqwn

Today, I welcome Brent Kesler to The Investing Secrets Podcast. Brent is the creator of The Money Multiplier System and has taught thousands of people how to leverage the Infinite Banking Concept to eliminate debt and build lasting wealth. In this episode, he shares how he used this very system to wipe out nearly $1 million of personal debt in just 39 months - without changing his cash flow, taking on additional risk, or losing control of his money.

Brent breaks down the mechanics of infinite banking, explaining how properly structured whole life insurance policies - designed for high, immediate cash value - can be used to recapture and recycle every dollar that passes through your financial life. He reveals how this concept has been quietly used for centuries by families like the Rockefellers and businesses like Disney and McDonald’s, and why it remains one of the most misunderstood wealth-building tools today.

Later in the episode, Brent tackles the biggest objections around life insurance, addresses common misconceptions, and walks through the math behind how he paid off his debt and built a seven-figure portfolio using this strategy. He also shares his mentor’s influence - R. Nelson Nash, author of Becoming Your Own Banker - and why the principles of infinite banking can help investors take back control from traditional lenders and the government alike.

With over 17,000 active clients and nearly two decades teaching this method nationwide, Brent delivers one of the most eye-opening frameworks for personal finance you’ll ever hear.

Welcome Brent, to The Investing Secrets Podcast...

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Looking to build lasting wealth through alternative investments? You’re in the right place.

If you’re new here, my name is Danny Gould. I’m the founder and CEO of Gould Capital, a private equity firm specializing in exclusive commercial real estate and other alternative investments. We connect investors with elite opportunities - investments that aren’t public, aren’t cookie-cutter, and most importantly, aren’t what your financial advisor is pitching.

Here’s how I got here…

1) Started as a pre-med student at Stanford University, but a lifelong dream of building the biggest hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip ignited my passion for real estate.
2) Transitioned to residential real estate, driving over a quarter billion dollars in sales, and became an industry leader in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
3) Decided to finally pursue my Hotel dreams and founded GMS Ventures alongside two experienced Hoteliers, with a total Hotel Portfolio Size of over $300M
4) Leveraged my expertise and relationships to build Gould Capital - which empowers investors to access transformative commercial real estate deals and alternative investments.

FULL DISCLOSURE
I create content to connect with ambitious investors - people who want to take control of their financial futures. If that’s you, let’s build something extraordinary together - I invite you to take the first step by connecting with me via a 20 minute Zoom Call. Here’s my calendar: https://bit.ly/3rVfqwn

Today, I welcome Daniel Linh and Ali Nasir to The Investing Secrets Podcast. Daniel and Ali are the co-founders of RiseComm, a real estate investment firm specializing in manufactured home communities, and today they share how they’re building a competitive edge in one of the most misunderstood yet profitable asset classes in commercial real estate. Ali brings over 40 years of experience in the mobile home park industry, having grown up in the business, while Daniel brings a modern investor’s perspective on scaling operations, raising capital, and creating vertically integrated efficiencies.

They break down how their team is using value-add strategies to drive returns - including bringing in new manufactured homes, improving occupancy rates, and structuring creative seller-financing models that benefit both investors and residents. Daniel and Ali also explain how their vertically integrated model - combining community ownership, property management, and a licensed dealer arm - allows them to buy homes wholesale, sell retail, and unlock multiple layers of profit inside each community.

Later, they discuss the macro trends shaping the future of the manufactured housing industry, from rising institutional interest and market consolidation to the growing demand for affordable housing nationwide. Despite increased competition, they see institutional capital as a net positive - accelerating legitimacy and liquidity in a sector still ripe with opportunity for skilled operators.

With decades of combined experience and a clear strategy for bridging the gap between mom-and-pop owners and institutional buyers, Daniel and Ali reveal why manufactured housing remains one of the most resilient, cash-flowing, and undervalued asset classes in America.

Welcome Daniel and Ali, to The Investing Secrets Podcast...

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LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3L2sTc7
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Looking to build lasting wealth through alternative investments? You’re in the right place.

If you’re new here, my name is Danny Gould. I’m the founder and CEO of Gould Capital, a private equity firm specializing in exclusive commercial real estate and other alternative investments. We connect investors with elite opportunities - investments that aren’t public, aren’t cookie-cutter, and most importantly, aren’t what your financial advisor is pitching.

Here’s how I got here…

1) Started as a pre-med student at Stanford University, but a lifelong dream of building the biggest hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip ignited my passion for real estate.
2) Transitioned to residential real estate, driving over a quarter billion dollars in sales, and became an industry leader in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
3) Decided to finally pursue my Hotel dreams and founded GMS Ventures alongside two experienced Hoteliers, with a total Hotel Portfolio Size of over $300M
4) Leveraged my expertise and relationships to build Gould Capital - which empowers investors to access transformative commercial real estate deals and alternative investments.

FULL DISCLOSURE
I create content to connect with ambitious investors - people who want to take control of their financial futures. If that’s you, let’s build something extraordinary together - I invite you to take the first step by connecting with me via a 20 minute Zoom Call. Here’s my calendar: https://bit.ly/3rVfqwn

Today, I welcome Julie Holly to The Investing Secrets Podcast. Julie is a seasoned real estate investor, podcast host, and high-performance coach who began her career as a public school teacher before transitioning into residential and ultimately commercial real estate. Over more than a decade, she’s built a diverse portfolio spanning multifamily, assisted living, and development projects - while helping countless investors and entrepreneurs break through the mental barriers that hold them back from true freedom.

In this episode, Julie opens up about the highs and lows of her investing journey, including the painful experience of uncovering misappropriated funds in a multifamily partnership - and how that moment led to her biggest personal and professional transformation. She shares how she learned to realign her investments with her values, rebuild confidence, and prioritize fulfillment over external success.

Julie also reveals why so many investors chase “freedom” only to find themselves trapped in stress and overwork, and how recalibration - not quitting - is often the real answer. Through her “cocoon” philosophy, she explains the process of shedding old identities, rediscovering purpose, and creating a more intentional path forward in business and life.

With her trademark honesty and insight, Julie shows how self-awareness and emotional mastery are the ultimate keys to long-term success - not just in real estate, but in every area of life.

Welcome Julie, to The Investing Secrets Podcast...

Follow Julie:
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LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3L2sTc7
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Looking to build lasting wealth through alternative investments? You’re in the right place.

If you’re new here, my name is Danny Gould. I’m the founder and CEO of Gould Capital, a private equity firm specializing in exclusive commercial real estate and other alternative investments. We connect investors with elite opportunities - investments that aren’t public, aren’t cookie-cutter, and most importantly, aren’t what your financial advisor is pitching.

Here’s how I got here…

1) Started as a pre-med student at Stanford University, but a lifelong dream of building the biggest hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip ignited my passion for real estate.
2) Transitioned to residential real estate, driving over a quarter billion dollars in sales, and became an industry leader in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
3) Decided to finally pursue my Hotel dreams and founded GMS Ventures alongside two experienced Hoteliers, with a total Hotel Portfolio Size of over $300M
4) Leveraged my expertise and relationships to build Gould Capital - which empowers investors to access transformative commercial real estate deals and alternative investments.

FULL DISCLOSURE
I create content to connect with ambitious investors - people who want to take control of their financial futures. If that’s you, let’s build something extraordinary together - I invite you to take the first step by connecting with me via a 20 minute Zoom Call. Here’s my calendar: https://bit.ly/3rVfqwn

Today, I welcome Jonathan Tuttle to The Investing Secrets Podcast. Jonathan is the COO of Land Play, a flex office space development fund focused on capitalizing on the undersupply of flex industrial assets across high-growth U.S. markets. He’s best known for his success and thought leadership in the mobile home park investment space - where he built a national following and reputation as one of the industry’s top voices - but today, he shares why he’s pivoting from manufactured housing into flex space development and data center conversions.

Jonathan breaks down the macro and micro trends driving demand for flex industrial: rapid population growth in Texas, a surge in small business formation, and the need for hybrid warehouse-office solutions for trades, e-commerce, and service-based industries. He also explains how Land Play’s modular, pre-fabricated development model allows for rapid deployment and superior returns in undersupplied markets - while avoiding costly sprinkler systems, water taps, and long permitting timelines.

We then explore why Jonathan’s transition from mobile home parks to flex space represents a broader shift from “old-school specialization” to a new era of opportunistic investing - where adaptability, speed, and timing create the edge. He also touches on his long-term play in office-to-data-center conversions, the rise of AI-driven infrastructure demand, and how his team is positioning for the next wave of real estate innovation.

With nearly two decades in real estate and a proven track record across multiple asset classes, Jonathan offers a masterclass in spotting macro shifts before they go mainstream. His story is a powerful reminder that in today’s market, agility is the new edge.

Welcome Jonathan, to The Investing Secrets Podcast...

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Looking to build lasting wealth through alternative investments? You’re in the right place.

If you’re new here, my name is Danny Gould. I’m the founder and CEO of Gould Capital, a private equity firm specializing in exclusive commercial real estate and other alternative investments. We connect investors with elite opportunities - investments that aren’t public, aren’t cookie-cutter, and most importantly, aren’t what your financial advisor is pitching.

Here’s how I got here…

1) Started as a pre-med student at Stanford University, but a lifelong dream of building the biggest hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip ignited my passion for real estate.
2) Transitioned to residential real estate, driving over a quarter billion dollars in sales, and became an industry leader in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
3) Decided to finally pursue my Hotel dreams and founded GMS Ventures alongside two experienced Hoteliers, with a total Hotel Portfolio Size of over $300M
4) Leveraged my expertise and relationships to build Gould Capital - which empowers investors to access transformative commercial real estate deals and alternative investments.

FULL DISCLOSURE
I create content to connect with ambitious investors - people who want to take control of their financial futures. If that’s you, let’s build something extraordinary together - I invite you to take the first step by connecting with me via a 20 minute Zoom Call. Here’s my calendar: https://bit.ly/3rVfqwn

Today, I welcome Gian Pazzia to The Investing Secrets Podcast. Gian is the Co-Founder of KBKG, one of the largest cost segregation firms in the United States, and today he breaks down how real estate investors use cost segregation and depreciation to dramatically reduce - and in many cases, eliminate - their taxable income. He explains how cost segregation works, why it’s one of the most powerful yet underutilized tools in real estate investing, and how high-net-worth investors and institutional funds leverage it to accelerate deductions and maximize cash flow.

Gian also dives into bonus depreciation, recapture, and the 1031 exchange - showing how the most sophisticated investors use these tools together to defer taxes indefinitely. Later, he reveals how short-term rental owners can tap into the “short-term rental loophole” to offset ordinary income, and how residential investors can now access cost segregation studies at a fraction of the cost through his firm’s software.

With over 25 years of experience serving some of the nation’s largest real estate owners, Gian demystifies complex tax strategies in a way that any investor can understand and apply. Whether you own a single rental or a large commercial portfolio, this episode will open your eyes to the hidden tax advantages that separate the amateurs from the pros.

Welcome Gian, to The Investing Secrets Podcast...

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Looking to build lasting wealth through alternative investments? You’re in the right place.

If you’re new here, my name is Danny Gould. I’m the founder and CEO of Gould Capital, a private equity firm specializing in exclusive commercial real estate and other alternative investments. We connect investors with elite opportunities - investments that aren’t public, aren’t cookie-cutter, and most importantly, aren’t what your financial advisor is pitching.

Here’s how I got here…

1) Started as a pre-med student at Stanford University, but a lifelong dream of building the biggest hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip ignited my passion for real estate.
2) Transitioned to residential real estate, driving over a quarter billion dollars in sales, and became an industry leader in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
3) Decided to finally pursue my Hotel dreams and founded GMS Ventures alongside two experienced Hoteliers, with a total Hotel Portfolio Size of over $300M
4) Leveraged my expertise and relationships to build Gould Capital - which empowers investors to access transformative commercial real estate deals and alternative investments.

FULL DISCLOSURE
I create content to connect with ambitious investors - people who want to take control of their financial futures. If that’s you, let’s build something extraordinary together - I invite you to take the first step by connecting with me via a 20 minute Zoom Call. Here’s my calendar: https://bit.ly/3rVfqwn

Today, I welcome Dr. Nkem Ezeamama to The Investing Secrets Podcast. Dr. Ezeamama is an emergency physician by trade who discovered real estate syndications after years of practicing medicine. Starting as a limited partner, she eventually founded Phoenix Capital, a multifamily investment group focused on acquisitions in the Southeast. She highlights why so many doctors and medical professionals remain financially illiterate despite their high incomes, and how she broke free from that system to build a portfolio while educating her peers on alternative investments.

Dr. Ezeamama also shares her journey from LP to GP, explaining why she believes most physicians should start as passive investors before considering sponsorship themselves. She dives into the mindset shifts required to shed an identity rooted solely in medicine, overcome imposter syndrome, and raise millions in capital while building trust within her community. Finally, she offers her perspective on today’s multifamily market, why she’s still finding opportunities, and how migration trends in the Southeast are shaping her investment strategy.

With her infectious energy and deep passion for educating healthcare professionals, Dr. Ezeamama brings a wealth of wisdom to this episode - whether you’re a physician, a professional looking to diversify, or simply someone ready to take control of your financial future.

Welcome Dr. Nkem Ezeamama, to The Investing Secrets Podcast...

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Looking to build lasting wealth through alternative investments? You’re in the right place.

If you’re new here, my name is Danny Gould. I’m the founder and CEO of Gould Capital, a private equity firm specializing in exclusive commercial real estate and other alternative investments. We connect investors with elite opportunities - investments that aren’t public, aren’t cookie-cutter, and most importantly, aren’t what your financial advisor is pitching.

Here’s how I got here…

1) Started as a pre-med student at Stanford University, but a lifelong dream of building the biggest hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip ignited my passion for real estate.
2) Transitioned to residential real estate, driving over a quarter billion dollars in sales, and became an industry leader in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
3) Decided to finally pursue my Hotel dreams and founded GMS Ventures alongside two experienced Hoteliers, with a total Hotel Portfolio Size of over $300M
4) Leveraged my expertise and relationships to build Gould Capital - which empowers investors to access transformative commercial real estate deals and alternative investments.

FULL DISCLOSURE
I create content to connect with ambitious investors - people who want to take control of their financial futures. If that’s you, let’s build something extraordinary together - I invite you to take the first step by connecting with me via a 20 minute Zoom Call. Here’s my calendar: https://bit.ly/3rVfqwn