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 into a thriving asset — and why land ownership is the true key to long-term success.

📈 Learn how to:
• Combine franchising and real estate for scalable wealth
• Negotiate better deals and manage risk
• Identify profitable opportunities in net-lease and commercial assets

00:00 Introduction to Alternative Investing and Franchising

01:11 Joe's Journey into Franchising and Real Estate

05:36 The Importance of Owning Real Estate in Business

11:50 Transitioning from Fast Food to Hotel Development

21:05 The Challenges and Opportunities in Hotel Franchising

27:29 The Art of Negotiation in Real Estate Deals

30:29 Turning Challenges into Opportunities

34:21 Shifting Focus: From Franchises to Real Estate

38:21 Understanding Land Leases and Net Lease Investments

42:40 Evaluating Risks in Commercial Real Estate

49:30 Creative Solutions for Distressed Properties

52:13 Empowering Entrepreneurs in Franchising

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