Most real estate investors are running the same race: chasing the hottest markets, competing for the same deals, and trying to outbid one another. The problem? That crowded approach often blinds you to the opportunities hiding in plain sight.

The truth is, success in investing isn’t about following the crowd or chasing trends; it’s about looking where others aren’t, leading with strategy, and building relationships that open doors no one else can see.

That’s what sets Aleea Stanton apart. She didn’t start investing just to rack up properties. She began with a deeper purpose: to give back to her grandparents, who shaped her life.

That generosity sparked a ripple effect, creating community connections and investment opportunities most investors overlook.

In this episode, real estate investor and attorney Aleea C. Stanton joins me to share her journey from practicing law to building a thriving investing career.

We talk about what ignited her passion for real estate, how she finds deals differently than most, and the mindset shift that’s allowed her to succeed where others stall out.

Things You’ll Learn In This Episode

-Finding the fuel for your fire

Identifying your true source of motivation is what drives consistency and purpose in your daily life. What is the one thing that fuels your fire and pushes you to keep going, even on tough days?

-Creating a repeatable system that works

Mastering the process of flipping houses creates a repeatable system that can be applied to future real estate deals. How can refining one successful process make every future flip more efficient and profitable?

-Building a firm foundation

Trust is the foundation of lasting success in real estate partnerships. How do you actively build and maintain trust with the people you work with in real estate?

Guest Bio

Aleea C. Stanton is a seasoned attorney and real estate investor based in New York. She serves as Counsel in the Disputes & Investigations practice at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, specializing in white-collar defense, securities enforcement, and government investigations. Her expertise encompasses matters related to the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), securities enforcement, and corporate compliance, with a focus on industries such as technology, oil and gas, aerospace, and defense

Aleea earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Howard University School of Law, where she was a semifinalist in the John J. Gibbons Moot Court Competition.

In addition to her legal career, Aleea is actively involved in real estate investing.

Aleea's unique combination of legal expertise and real estate investment experience positions her as a valuable resource for individuals navigating the complexities of real estate transactions and legal considerations in the industry.

Follow Aleea on Instagram @leescheri

About Your Host

From pro-snowboarder to money mogul, Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America’s #1 Money Mentor. With a core belief that success is built not by the resources you have, but by how resourceful you can be. Chris has built and owned 19 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, House Hunters, and his very own HGTV pilot in 2018. He is currently founder of The Money School™, and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier.

His success also includes managing tens of millions of dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and in real estate transactions. As an innovator and visionary in wealth-building and real estate, he empowers entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors with the knowledge of how money works.

Chris is also a nationally recognized speaker, author, and podcast host. He has spoken to and taught over ten thousand Americans delivering the financial knowledge that fuels lasting freedom.

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You’ve got something valuable sitting right under your nose: your home’s equity. But here’s the thing: it’s not exactly helping you pay the bills. Your house might be worth a lot more than before, but day-to-day expenses still pile up.

Inflation’s squeezing your paycheck, groceries keep getting more expensive, and it feels like you’re stretched thinner every month. You’re “house rich,” sure, but cash? Not so much. And that’s exhausting.

The reality is, owning a valuable home doesn’t mean your wallet feels any heavier. Lots of folks are stuck in this same spot right now, especially with the economy tightening.

But what if there was a way to use that equity, something that works for you no matter what the market’s doing? That’s where storage comes into play.

Storage isn’t just some nice-to-have extra space; it’s something people and businesses need all the time. Whether people are downsizing, companies need room to grow, or life throws curveballs, demand stays steady.

And because of that, storage has quietly outperformed a lot of flashier investments, even during tough times.

In this episode, I chat with Arthur Hood, CEO of HV Family Holdings, about why storage is worth paying attention to, how to break free from being cash poor, and what the future holds for this surprisingly resilient market.

Things You’ll Learn In This Episode

-No negatives in 3 decades

The storage industry’s consistent demand has kept it profitable for nearly three decades. What factors make storage so resilient, even during economic downturns?

-The housing shortage dilemma

A growing housing shortage is being met with luxury developments instead of the affordable options communities actually need. Why are developers prioritizing high-end projects when the demand is for affordable housing?

-Cost segregation = faster depreciation.

Cost segregation can accelerate depreciation, giving you larger tax deductions sooner. How could accelerating depreciation through cost segregation impact your tax savings this year?

Guest Bio

Arthur Hood is the CEO of HV Family Holdings, a real estate investment firm specializing in self-storage assets. With years of experience in identifying recession-resistant opportunities, Arthur has built a portfolio that thrives in both booming and challenging markets. He’s passionate about helping everyday investors turn stagnant home equity into steady, reliable income streams. By focusing on storage—a necessity-driven asset class, Arthur shows people how to create cash flow that isn’t at the mercy of market swings. Connect with Arthur on LinkedIn.

About Your Host

From pro-snowboarder to money mogul, Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America’s #1 Money Mentor. With a core belief that success is built not by the resources you have, but by how resourceful you can be. Chris has built and owned 19 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, House Hunters, and his very own HGTV pilot in 2018. He is currently the founder of The Money School™ and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier.

His success also includes managing tens of millions of dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and in real estate transactions. As an innovator and visionary in wealth-building and real estate, he empowers entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors with the knowledge of how money works.

Chris is also a nationally recognized speaker, author, and podcast host. He has spoken to and taught over ten thousand Americans, delivering the financial knowledge that fuels lasting freedom.

Check out this episode on our website, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a review if you like what you heard. Your review feeds the algorithm so our show reaches more people. Thank you!