Property Profits Real Estate Podcast

the Biggest Slumlord in the USA...The Government! Featuring Samuel Sells

What if the biggest slumlord in the U.S. isn't who you think it is? In this eye-opening episode, Dave Dubeau sits down with Sam Sells, a real estate investor and impact-driven entrepreneur, to expose a surprising truth: the U.S. government—through its aging public housing—is the country’s largest slumlord. Sam shares how his team is creating a real estate revolution by partnering with public housing authorities to tear down outdated, low-quality housing and replace it with vibrant, mixed-income communities.
Sam walks us through the complexities of public-private partnerships, HUD regulations, grant structuring, and how these challenging but rewarding projects offer life-changing opportunities for residents and investors alike. From securing bond funding to implementing on-site childcare, job training, and even AI-powered success tools, Sam’s mission is bold—help one million people out of poverty, and do it sustainably.
Key Takeaways:
The shocking scale of public housing problems in the U.S.
How Sam’s team navigates complex government funding to redevelop slum properties
The power of mixed-use, mixed-income developments to create generational change
Why investors are drawn to these projects—and how they yield 3x returns
How AI and hands-on support services help residents build a path out of poverty
Sam’s own show, Disruptive Capitalist, and his mission to create wealth while making a difference
 
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Triple Net Medicine: How to Build Wealth with Medical Real Estate with A.J. Peak

In this eye-opening episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau is joined by A.J. Peak, founder of Health Wealth Capital, to explore a niche but powerful real estate strategy: investing in medical office buildings through triple net leases. A.J. shares how his team buys properties from doctors, dentists, and other healthcare professionals—then keeps them on as tenants—creating passive investment opportunities for both parties.
You’ll learn how Health Wealth Capital evaluates tenants, structures deals, and mitigates risk while scaling a portfolio that’s already hit 30 properties and counting. A.J. also pulls back the curtain on the numbers, revealing how EBITDA multiples play into this model and why medical real estate might be the safest (and smartest) bet in today’s market.
If you’ve only thought about apartments or self-storage, this episode will open your mind to a high-performing, recession-resistant asset class.
 
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Control the Process, Control the Profits with Spencer Cullor

In this episode, multifamily expert Spencer Cullor joins Dave Dubeau to discuss how strategic planning and smart operations can make all the difference in real estate investing. Spencer shares powerful stories, including converting a boarded-up five-unit building and transforming a failed independent living facility into a thriving 133-unit apartment complex.
Discover why knowing your market, focusing on tenant experience, and integrating AI into operations is a winning formula. Spencer also gets candid about how his team structures debt, raises capital, and builds trust with investors—especially during uncertain times.
Key Takeaways:
How Spencer turned distressed properties into profitable investments
The role of AI in streamlining tenant communications and boosting tenant satisfaction
Why flexible debt structure is a game-changer
Insights into raising capital in today's climate
The power of transparency and investor trust
 
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Combining Restaurants & Real Estate with Justin Sloan

In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau chats with entrepreneur and franchise mogul Justin Sloan, who has successfully merged commercial real estate investing with owning and scaling restaurants. As the largest franchisee of Ever Bowl, a healthy fast-casual food concept, Justin explains how he strategically partners with investors to open debt-free restaurants and deliver real, trackable returns.
From strip malls and triple net leases to launching profitable restaurants in new markets, Justin pulls back the curtain on how he’s building Sloan Capital’s diverse portfolio—and why physical assets you can "see and touch" still matter in a digital world. He also shares key insights into raising capital for franchises, executing business models with repeatable systems, and why brand loyalty is a long-term game.
What You’ll Learn:
Why Justin pivoted from single-family rentals to commercial strip malls
The secret to launching a restaurant that's profitable in its first month
How he structures restaurant funds to reward equity partners
The pros and cons of franchise growth in emerging markets
His vision for combining multiple business concepts under one roof
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Practicing Safe S.E.C. featuring Bethany LaFlam

In this insightful episode of the Property Profits Podcast, Dave Dubeau chats with Bethany LaFlam—a securities attorney, real estate investor, author, and luxury retreat entrepreneur. Bethany breaks down what it really means to “practice safe S.E.C.” and why compliance is crucial when raising capital.
Bethany shares how she transitioned from a corporate law background into boutique hotel investments and global luxury resort funds. Her unique perspective as both an investor and a legal expert makes her advice especially actionable for mom-and-pop real estate operators and big-name syndicators alike.
Listeners will learn about:
The right (and wrong) way to involve co-GPs and capital raisers
How to leverage “Other People’s Everything” (OPE) to scale your business
Social media pitfalls that could trigger SEC scrutiny
Why compliance and confidence go hand in hand when raising capital
 
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Situation Driven Investing with John Bogdasarian

In this episode, Dave chats with John Bogdasarian, founder of Promanas, about how "situation-driven investing" works in real estate. John shares stories of shifting from hospitality to short-term rentals and even building a new hospitality concept designed specifically for group travel in Nashville.
John’s experience ranges from multifamily to single-family home redevelopment, to office and industrial properties—and he explains how he navigates each opportunity based on what the market needs right now. Discover how he learned to pivot during COVID, what makes Nashville such a hot market, and why his latest project includes a venue concept backed by Justin Timberlake and Tiger Woods.
What You'll Learn:
Why real estate isn’t just about asset classes—but about timing and context
The power of pivoting when market conditions change
How John’s team discovered the goldmine of short-term rentals
The story behind a new $190M hospitality project in Nashville
How syndication allows investors to get a share of the full building—not just a unit
 
 
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The "Merchant Builders" of Self-Storage: Benjamin Salzberg + Bill Kanatas

What if your next investment could be in self-storage—not just as a space saver, but as a serious wealth builder?
In this episode of the Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau dives into the self-storage development world with Benjamin Salzberg and Bill Kanatas, founders of SelfStorageDevelopers.com. These two seasoned pros are not just constructing buildings—they’re designing what they call "wealth vehicles" for their investors.
Ben and Bill break down their merchant build model, why they prefer building from the ground up, and how their projects appeal to REITs and sophisticated investors alike. They explain how self-storage offers flexibility, quicker depreciation, and fewer headaches compared to multifamily housing—and how they vet markets to ensure profitability.
You’ll hear insights about everything from drive-through Class A facilities to the surprising lifestyle trends driving demand for storage. The duo also opens up about the development challenges they face and why clear exit strategies matter in every deal.
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
What “merchant builders” really do in self-storage
How their development model benefits investors
The unique perks of investing in self-storage over multifamily
Why Class A, climate-controlled units are in high demand
How technology and security are shaping tenant expectations
The challenges and realities of self-storage development
What kinds of markets and property specs they look for
 
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Impact & Profits by Housing Ex-Cons featuring Beth B.

In this powerful episode, Dave Dubeau sits down with Beth Bungay, a vibrant real estate syndicator and founder of Cash Cow Investments. Beth opens up about her unique journey from managing single-family rentals to co-leading a large, impact-driven housing portfolio in Las Vegas.
Beth shares how her team’s 233-unit scattered-site portfolio is providing transitional and long-term housing for formerly incarcerated individuals—offering them not just a roof over their heads, but a fresh start. Discover how partnerships with county programs, grant funding, and community collaboration helped reduce crime by 80% in one Las Vegas neighborhood.
This episode goes beyond typical real estate investing. It’s a candid look at how social impact and solid profits can go hand-in-hand. Beth also touches on her approach to branding, her “cash cow” persona, and how her light-hearted style helps investors remember—and trust—her mission.
What You'll Learn:
How to create a win-win with impact investing and transitional housing
Beth’s involvement in acquisitions, investor relations, and due diligence
The inspiring backstory behind Cash Cow Investments
Why real estate with a mission is gaining serious traction
 
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Low-Stress, High-Wealth: The Boring Investor’s Secret featuring Paul Moore

In this episode of The Property Profits Podcast, host Dave Dubeau chats with seasoned real estate entrepreneur Paul Moore. With a journey that spans engineering, Ford Motor Company, and a successful staffing firm exit, Paul reveals how he turned his attention to real estate investing and capital raising. Today, he leads Wellings Capital, where he focuses on low-drama, high-returns investing strategies that thrive even in uncertain economic times.
Paul discusses why he shifted away from multifamily syndication, his fascination with recession-resistant asset classes, and the unique appeal of mobile home parks. He shares why these undervalued properties could be the solution to America’s affordable housing crisis and how his team meticulously vets deals—saying no to over 99% of opportunities.
You’ll also learn how Paul raised nearly $200 million by leveraging podcasts, books, and BiggerPockets to attract thousands of investors, and how he structures deals using preferred equity and joint venture hybrids.
What You'll Learn:
Why mobile home parks are Paul’s favorite investment today
How nimbyism and infrastructure challenges limit their growth
What caused the multifamily investing bubble to burst
How Paul built a pipeline of nearly 1,000 active investors
The “less is more” philosophy behind his strict deal-vetting process
 
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Bay Area Multi-Family is BACK with David Saxe

In this episode, David Saxe shares his journey from working at a $30 billion real estate investment firm to launching his own multifamily investment company in Silicon Valley. He dives into how Calvera Partners started with a humble 7-unit building and expanded into a robust portfolio across the Bay Area and beyond. David explains why now is the time to return to Silicon Valley, citing the AI boom, a revived office culture, and a historically constrained housing supply.
He offers deep insights into the current opportunity, including their latest 88-unit project in San Jose’s Willow Glen. Learn why vintage properties, supply-demand imbalance, and rising insurance costs are creating ripe conditions for value-add investors like him.
You’ll also hear David's take on strategic renovations, how to spot underpriced assets in expensive markets, and how their capital raising has evolved from friends and family to institutional interest.
 
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