The Alternative Investing Advantage

Data centers sit at the crossroads of real estate, energy, and technology—and they’re exploding in demand thanks to AI and our always-online lives. In this episode of The Alternative Investing Advantage, host Alex Perny talks with Mike Embry of Embry Companies about how investors and developers can capitalize on the data center boom in the Southeast. Mike explains how power, fiber, water, sewer, a...

In this episode of The Alternative Investing Advantage ,host Alex Perny sits down with Josh Moore , founder and CEO of the NFN8 Group, to break down how everyday investors can participate in the explosive world of Bitcoin mining —without needing to build rigs in their garage. Josh shares his journey from the early days of self-directed IRAs toscaling large-format mining operations, and explains wh...

Franchising isn’t just fast food anymore — and it’s not justfor multimillionaires. In this episode of The Alternative Investing Advantage , Alex Perny sits down with Cliff Nonnenmacher , co-founder of Fronosity , to break down what franchising really costs, how to evaluate opportunities, and why the right franchise can be a faster, safer path to entrepreneurship than starting from scratch. Cliff s...

In this episode, Alex Perny sits down with Matt Shechtman, CEO of Long Angle Management , to break down what real due diligence actually looks like in today’s private markets. They explore key-person risk, incentive structures, fund transparency, track records, red flags, and why investors must ask uncomfortable questions before wiring a dollar. Whether you’re investing in real estate, private equ...

How do you transition from a full-time job to financialfreedom through real estate? In this episode of The Alternative Investing Advantage, host Alex Perny talks with Chad Ackerman, founder of CARE (Chad Ackerman Real Estate), about how busy professionals can use passive investing in syndications to build long-term wealth. Chad shares his own journey from 25 years in corporate HR tomanaging millio...

Artificial intelligence is transforming every corner of theinvestment world — but what does that really mean for data, strategy, and decision-making? In this episode of The Alternative Investing Advantage , host Alex Perny welcomes Daniel Nikic , founder of Coras Research , to discuss how AI and machine learning are reshaping financial markets, venture capital, and risk analysis . From cleaning da...

Retail real estate is often overlooked—but it may be one of the most stable and predictable asset classes available. In this episode of The Alternative Investing Advantage , host Alex Perny sits down with Andrew Ziffer , Partner at Greenleaf Capital , to discuss how investors can unlock long-term returns through retail investing. From fast food franchises to strip centers and triple-net leases, An...

In this episode of The Alternative Investing Advantage , host Alex Perny welcomes Ian Colville , CEO of Carpathian Capital Management, for a deep dive into the complex world of real estate investing. From understanding the balance between debt and equity to the importance of joint ventures, developer relationships, and market cycles, Colville shares expert insights into navigating today’s challeng...

In this episode of the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host Alex Perny speaks with Tyler Vinson, CEO and founder of RE Tokens, about how blockchain and digital assets are revolutionizing real estate investing. Learn how tokenization makes real estate more liquid, accessible, and transparent. Discover the compliance, taxation, and operational benefits of tokenized ownership—and what the fu...

In this episode of The Alternative Investing Advantage , host Alex Perny talks with Joe Tagliente , managing partner at Tage Capital, about how franchising can be a gateway to real estate wealth. From his start in Burger King to developing hotels and commercial properties, Joe shares real lessons on ownership, risk management, and creative investing. Discover how he turned a $3.2M distressed hotel...

In this episode of the Alternative InvestingAdvantage podcast, host Alex Perny interviews Jay Conner, the Private Money Authority, who discusses the crucial role of private money in real estate investing. Conner shares his journey from relying on traditional banks for funding to utilizing private lenders. This is where he was able to raise millions in private money for real estate. Subscribe to ou...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host Alex Perny welcomes Brian Seidensticker to discuss the concept of tax sale investing, which includes tax deeds and tax certificates as a way to invest in real estate. Brian, the founder of Tax Sale Resources and Mount North Capital, shares his story of a lucrative deal he made through a tax deed purchased in DeKalb County, Georgia. Sub...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host  Alex Perny  welcomes  Jeff Sarti to discuss the concept of diversification in relation to real and tangible assets. Jeff, the CEO of Morton Wealth, shares his background in various industries before finding his way into wealth management. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and join our growing community for new videos every week. If you...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host Alex Perny welcomes Kimberly Flynn, president of XA Investments, to explore the democratization of alternative assets and the rapid growth of the private credit market. Kimberly shares her journey into private credit, the rise of interval funds, and the potential for private equity in retirement accounts . Learn how alternative assets...

On this episode of Alternative Investing Advantage , host Alex Perny talks with Christopher Lento, founder of EM Capital, about the role of preferred equity in commercial real estate. Chris shares his journey from aerospace engineering to real estate, why pref relationships matter, how to strengthen investor credibility, and strategies for improving bottom lines through leasing tools and property...

In this episode of the AIA podcast, host Alex Perny welcomes Scott Maurer of Advanta IRA for a discussion on how the new alternative asset and 401(k) executive order impacts your retirement planning. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and join our growing community for new videos every week. If you are interested in being a podcast guest speaker or have questions, contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast@Advan...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host  Alex Perny  welcomes  Peter Roisman to discuss the commercial real estate market. Peter, the CEO of REV, shares his background as a lawyer, and how he came to commercial real estate. In this episode, Peter mentions the importance of having a strong leasing team in real estate. They highlight the need for proper phone follow-up, unders...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host  Alex Perny  welcomes  Casey Gregersen to discuss the intertwining of real estate, oil and gas, and energy production. Casey, the CEO of Gregersen Properties, shares his background in petroleum engineering and how he came to alternative investing. If you are interested in being a podcast guest speaker or have questions, contact us at ⁠...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host  Alex Perny  welcomes  Dave Wolcott to discuss portfolio diversification, private credit, oil and gas, and other investment opportunities. Dave, the CEO and founder of Pantheon Investments, shares his background and how he created his own company to help other LP investors access great deals. If you are interested in being a podcast gu...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host  Alex Perny  welcomes  Abraham Gray , to discuss creative financing as an alternative aspect of real estate investment. Abraham, an expert in private financing, shares his background and how he came to buy properties and later lend money to people buying properties for fix-and-flips. If you are interested in being a podcast guest speak...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host  Alex Perny  welcomes  Joshua Brooks , to discuss the growing importance of digital currencies and their integration into portfolios. Brooks, an Army Reserve Chaplain and certified financial planner, shares his background and how he came to found Exponential Advisors in mid-2024. If you are interested in being a podcast guest speaker o...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host  Alex Perny  welcomes  Beau Turner , to discuss Bitcoin mining, a topic that often gets traction in the media but is often overlooked from an investment standpoint. They go over the process of extracting and converting Bitcoin's value into a form of cash flow. Turner, a cryptocurrency expert, shares his background in the space and how...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host  Alex Perny  welcomes  Ian Reynolds , to discuss the current economic unrest and uncertainty in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and the U.S., particularly in relation to foreign exchange rates, inflation, central bank policy, bonds, and digital assets. He goes over the emergence of digital assets. This includes the rise of Bitcoin and...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host  Alex Perny  welcomes  Jack Corrigan , to discuss the challenges of buying real estate and financing it. He goes over the gig economy, which has led to an increase in people working in service industries. Which, in turn, may not fit into traditional mortgage loan origination profiles. Corrigan mentions his background in investment sale...

This week on the Alternative Investing Advantage podcast, host  Alex Perny  welcomes  Russ Morgan , to discuss the importance of people and strategy in investing and financial decisions. Russ shares his experiences with Wall Street and the key components influencing his focus on appreciation, cash flow, diversification, and underserved markets. He explains that while he was taught accumulation to...