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Maricela Soberanes and Chris Linger bring together decades of leadership, operational expertise, and real estate investing experience. Maricela began investing in real estate in 2006 by building her own rental portfolio in Austin, Texas before expanding into larger investment opportunities and business ownership. A Navy veteran, author, and healthcare professional, she is passionate about helping others understand wealth-building through real estate, financial strategy, and ownership. Chris, who holds an MBA, brings more than 27 years of military leadership and operational experience from his service in the U.S. Navy. He now focuses full-time on real estate acquisition analysis, underwriting, and asset strategy with an emphasis on disciplined execution and long-term value creation. Together, they combine service-driven leadership, education, and investment expertise to create opportunities that positively impact families, investors, and communities.
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Seasoned asset managers with a passion for uplifting others through real estate investing opportunities.
Education
Build confidence in your ability to invest wisely with the free educational resources
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Maricela Soberanes and Chris Linger bring together decades of leadership, operational expertise, and real estate investing experience. Maricela began investing in real estate in 2006 by building her own rental portfolio in Austin, Texas before expanding into larger investment opportunities and business ownership. A Navy veteran, author, and healthcare professional, she is passionate about helping others understand wealth-building through real estate, financial strategy, and ownership. Chris, who holds an MBA, brings more than 27 years of military leadership and operational experience from his service in the U.S. Navy. He now focuses full-time on real estate acquisition analysis, underwriting, and asset strategy with an emphasis on disciplined execution and long-term value creation. Together, they combine service-driven leadership, education, and investment expertise to create opportunities that positively impact families, investors, and communities.
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My wife and I thank our lucky stars that we worked with Chris and Maricela, they are so organized and always willing to make a win-win situation.
- S. McDonald -
McDonald Homes
I’ve said it before, I’ll say it 100 times. We
owe our success to you both. Great mentors like you [Chris & Maricela] have
helped tremendously!
- S. Enyard -
Anchor Atlas Properties Founder
After seeing and relating to some of my frustrations, they drove two hours to help
with our four-plex renovation. Chris & Maricela are always a wealth of knowledge.
- C. Byler -
Passive Patriots Founder
Low Operational Costs
Facilities require minimal maintenance and management compared to other real estate.
High Profit Margins
Steady cash flow with low overhead leads to strong returns.
Value-Add Opportunities
Simple upgrades like security or climate control can boost income and property value.
Scalability
Easily expand by adding units or acquiring new facilities.
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It takes less than you think to get started and with the right team you'll shorten your learning curve and increase your returns.
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Start Now
The best time to invest in real estate is now and with the right investment, you can see amazing growth in just 18 months.
Trust in Proven Returns
The best time to invest in real estate is now and with the right investment, you can see amazing growth in just 18 months.
Start Just With $50K
It takes less than you think to get started and with the right team you'll shorten your learning curve and increase your returns.
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We strategically focus on a variety of asset types in order to create a strong and diverse portfolio of assets that can hedge against economic uncertainties. Creating safer investment opportunities for our investors.
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We strategically focus on a variety of asset types in order to create a strong and diverse portfolio of assets that can hedge against economic uncertainties. Creating safer investment opportunities for our investors.
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Unlock Retirement Assets to Fund More Investments
Most investors think retirement accounts can only invest in stocks, mutual funds, and ETFs.
But many real estate investors are using retirement capital to invest in multifamily, self-storage projects, mobile home parks, and private real estate funds instead.
Self-Directed IRAs (SDIRAs) and Solo 401(k) plans may allow investors to diversify beyond Wall Street while keeping potential tax advantages.
What Is a Self-Directed IRA?
A Self-Directed IRA is a retirement account that allows investors to choose alternative investments instead of being limited to traditional brokerage products.
Instead of only investing in:
Stocks
Mutual funds
ETFs
Investors may also invest in:
Multifamily
Self-storage facilities
Mobile home parks
Private real estate funds
Private lending opportunities
The investor directs the investments while a custodian handles administration and compliance.
Why Investors Use SDIRAs
Diversification
Many investors want exposure outside of traditional stock market investments.
Alternative real estate assets may provide access to cash-flowing investments and long-term appreciation opportunities.
Potential Tax Advantages
Depending on the account structure, investment growth may be:
Tax-deferred
Tax-free
Over time, that can create significant compounding potential.
Access to Private Real Estate Deals
Traditional brokerages generally do not allow investments into private investments or real estate funds.
Self-Directed IRAs may provide access to:
Apartment
Self-storage funds
Mobile home park investments
Private real estate opportunities
What Accounts Can Be Used?
Many investors first explore self-directed investing after leaving a job or rolling over an old retirement account.
Eligible accounts may include:
401(k)s
403(b)s
Traditional IRAs
Roth IRAs
SEP IRAs
SIMPLE IRAs
In many cases, these transfers can be completed without triggering taxes through direct rollovers or trustee-to-trustee transfers.
What Is a Checkbook IRA?
Some investors use a “Checkbook IRA” structure.
In this setup:
The IRA owns an LLC
The investor manages the LLC
Investments are made directly through the LLC bank account
This can make it easier to move quickly on real estate investment opportunities like multifamily, self storage, funds and others.
Important Rules Investors Should Understand
Self-directed retirement investing comes with important IRS rules.
No Commingling of Funds
Personal and retirement funds must remain separate.
Prohibited Transactions
The IRS prohibits certain transactions involving retirement accounts and disqualified persons, including:
Self-dealing
Personal use of retirement-owned property
Improper transactions with family members
Because these rules can be complex, investors often work with qualified custodians, CPAs, and legal professionals.
What Is a Solo 401(k)?
A Solo 401(k) is commonly used by self-employed investors and business owners.
Potential benefits may include:
Higher contribution limits
Roth contribution options
Flexible investment choices
Access to alternative investments
According to the presentation, 2025 contribution limits may allow up to $70,000 in total contributions depending on eligibility and income.
What Is a Roth Conversion?
A Roth conversion allows investors to move retirement funds from a pre-tax account into a Roth account.
Some real estate investors explore Roth conversion strategies because they believe their investments may appreciate significantly over time.
For example:
Multifamily value-add projects
Self-storage developments
Mobile home park repositioning
Private real estate funds
If future growth occurs inside a Roth structure, qualified gains may potentially become tax-free.
Final Thoughts
Many investors do not realize their retirement accounts may be able to invest beyond traditional Wall Street products.
Self-Directed IRAs and Solo 401(k) plans can provide access to:
Multifamily acquisitions
Self-storage investments
Mobile home park opportunities
Private real estate funds
For passive investors looking to diversify their portfolios, retirement accounts may become another source of investment capital.
Interested in Investing With Retirement Funds?
Contact us to learn more about using retirement capital for multifamily, self-storage, mobile home park, and private real estate investments.
▶️ Or listen to this content while on the go! WATCH HERE!
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Unlock Retirement Assets to Fund More Investments
Most investors think retirement accounts can only invest in stocks, mutual funds, and ETFs.
But many real estate investors are using retirement capital to invest in multifamily, self-storage projects, mobile home parks, and private real estate funds instead.
Self-Directed IRAs (SDIRAs) and Solo 401(k) plans may allow investors to diversify beyond Wall Street while keeping potential tax advantages.
What Is a Self-Directed IRA?
A Self-Directed IRA is a retirement account that allows investors to choose alternative investments instead of being limited to traditional brokerage products.
Instead of only investing in:
Stocks
Mutual funds
ETFs
Investors may also invest in:
Multifamily
Self-storage facilities
Mobile home parks
Private real estate funds
Private lending opportunities
The investor directs the investments while a custodian handles administration and compliance.
Why Investors Use SDIRAs
Diversification
Many investors want exposure outside of traditional stock market investments.
Alternative real estate assets may provide access to cash-flowing investments and long-term appreciation opportunities.
Potential Tax Advantages
Depending on the account structure, investment growth may be:
Tax-deferred
Tax-free
Over time, that can create significant compounding potential.
Access to Private Real Estate Deals
Traditional brokerages generally do not allow investments into private investments or real estate funds.
Self-Directed IRAs may provide access to:
Apartment
Self-storage funds
Mobile home park investments
Private real estate opportunities
What Accounts Can Be Used?
Many investors first explore self-directed investing after leaving a job or rolling over an old retirement account.
Eligible accounts may include:
401(k)s
403(b)s
Traditional IRAs
Roth IRAs
SEP IRAs
SIMPLE IRAs
In many cases, these transfers can be completed without triggering taxes through direct rollovers or trustee-to-trustee transfers.
What Is a Checkbook IRA?
Some investors use a “Checkbook IRA” structure.
In this setup:
The IRA owns an LLC
The investor manages the LLC
Investments are made directly through the LLC bank account
This can make it easier to move quickly on real estate investment opportunities like multifamily, self storage, funds and others.
Important Rules Investors Should Understand
Self-directed retirement investing comes with important IRS rules.
No Commingling of Funds
Personal and retirement funds must remain separate.
Prohibited Transactions
The IRS prohibits certain transactions involving retirement accounts and disqualified persons, including:
Self-dealing
Personal use of retirement-owned property
Improper transactions with family members
Because these rules can be complex, investors often work with qualified custodians, CPAs, and legal professionals.
What Is a Solo 401(k)?
A Solo 401(k) is commonly used by self-employed investors and business owners.
Potential benefits may include:
Higher contribution limits
Roth contribution options
Flexible investment choices
Access to alternative investments
According to the presentation, 2025 contribution limits may allow up to $70,000 in total contributions depending on eligibility and income.
What Is a Roth Conversion?
A Roth conversion allows investors to move retirement funds from a pre-tax account into a Roth account.
Some real estate investors explore Roth conversion strategies because they believe their investments may appreciate significantly over time.
For example:
Multifamily value-add projects
Self-storage developments
Mobile home park repositioning
Private real estate funds
If future growth occurs inside a Roth structure, qualified gains may potentially become tax-free.
Final Thoughts
Many investors do not realize their retirement accounts may be able to invest beyond traditional Wall Street products.
Self-Directed IRAs and Solo 401(k) plans can provide access to:
Multifamily acquisitions
Self-storage investments
Mobile home park opportunities
Private real estate funds
For passive investors looking to diversify their portfolios, retirement accounts may become another source of investment capital.
Interested in Investing With Retirement Funds?
Contact us to learn more about using retirement capital for multifamily, self-storage, mobile home park, and private real estate investments.
▶️ Or listen to this content while on the go! WATCH HERE!
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Success Stories From Our Clients
Working with Maricela Soberanes and Chris Linger has truly changed my life. Their ethics, transparency, and leadership create an environment where you genuinely grow and feel like part of a real team. Before this, my world was mainly my 9–5, but within 9 months of committed education, hard work, and applying the skills they teach, I was able to be part of closing my first real estate deal, multiply my money, create impact in communities, and learn how to keep more of what I make. Recently, while capital raising, a potential investor was so impressed by my knowledge and professionalism that I was offered an opportunity to join the board of a national organization. I truly would not be where I am today without their mentorship and the way they push their students to grow.
We met Chris and Marcella Westfall at Grant Cardone’s Real Estate Club event and immediately knew they were quality people. Not only are they extremely knowledgeable in the multifamily space, but they are also genuine, transparent, and generous with their time. Through their mentorship, consistent education, and commitment to helping others grow, we are now in the process of signing our very first GP deal. Their guidance, integrity, and passion for teaching have been incredibly motivating and impactful in our journey.
I've been investing in real estate since 2016 and I want to take a moment to thank my business coach and mentor Chris for his guidance and support. Thanks to him I've been able to successfully navigate the challenges of transitioning from small real estate deals to syndications. Chris has a wealth of knowledge and experience in real estate syndications. He's always been very generous in answering my questions and offering advise. He's been very valuable and has experience to lean on. I highly recommend Chris to anyone looking to take their business to the next level.
