Nicholas DiLeon is a partner at Leon Real Estate Partners, specializing in high-cash-flow asset classes including multifamily apartments, warehouses, and RV parks. With a background in corporate real estate and a portfolio encompassing over 1,000 units and lots, Nicholas is an expert in identifying undervalued "mom-and-pop" operations and implementing institutional-grade management to drive growth. In this episode, he explains why RV parks have become a compelling alternative to traditional multifamily investments, offering superior double-digit cash-on-cash returns in a fragmented market. Nicholas shares tactical insights on adding value through infrastructure improvements, navigating the complexities of long-term versus short-term leasing, and the critical importance of selecting the right operating partners for day-to-day success. By focusing on high-demand "infill" locations and destination spots, he provides a blueprint for investors looking to leverage the unique economic resilience of the RV park industry for sustainable wealth creation.

• (00:00:00) - RV Park Boss
• (00:00:49) - Jason Schwartz on Real Estate Today
• (00:01:13) - RV Parks
• (00:04:53) - Park Owners Want to Sell Their Parks
• (00:07:18) - RV Park Industry: Long Term Leases
• (00:09:57) - RV Parks
• (00:15:43) - RV Parks: Need a Regional Manager
• (00:17:30) - Do You Do Any Developments?

Ace Qureshi is a dynamic consultant specializing in the RV park industry and private equity capital allocation. As the head of a full-service consultant firm, Ace bridges the gap between mom-and-pop park owners and large institutional investors by focusing on transparency and long-term relationship building. He is a proponent of a "people first over profit" mindset, prioritizing authentic connections and clear communication to ensure every deal is a win for both the seller and the investor. With extensive experience in deal analysis and market strategy, Ace helps clients navigate the evolving landscape of the "experience economy". He specializes in structuring complex acquisitions, leveraging AI-driven financial modeling to transform handwritten ledgers into sophisticated proformas that give investors the confidence to close. Whether he's discussing the nuances of cap rates in the Texas metro market or identifying the redevelopment potential of utility-ready land, Ace is committed to maintaining the human element in an increasingly corporate sector.

• (00:00:00) - RV Park Boss
• (00:01:12) - RV Camping with Jason Bourne
• (00:01:38) - RV Park Sales: The Shift towards Personal Selling
• (00:06:11) - RV Parks and Commercial Businesses
• (00:10:30) - How Often Do You Sell RV Parks?
• (00:14:18) - Home Buyers: 21 Days Until Closing
• (00:14:39) - RV Camping: Cap Rate
• (00:16:13) - Ace Deals: Help Me Start My Business
• (00:17:13) - RVPark Boss

Jacob, the owner of Buttercup Woodlands Campground in Butler, Pennsylvania, shares what it’s like to operate and improve an older RV park. He talks about infrastructure challenges such as shared electrical pedestals and the growing demand for 50-amp service, as well as how regional weather patterns shape the park’s operating season. Jacob also explains his approach to balancing seasonal and transient guests and using creative marketing to appeal to both families and adults. He highlights securing a $5,000 grant from the local tourism office to fund playground upgrades, showing how local resources can support meaningful park improvements.

• (00:00:00) - RV Park Boss
• (00:00:53) - Dogs in the Park
• (00:06:03) - When Can You Shut Down Your RV Park?
• (00:07:08) - How many guests stay at your campground?
• (00:10:44) - Park Marketing: Adult Camping
• (00:13:33) - Overnight Campground Enhancements Through a Tourism Grant
• (00:19:46) - RV Park Boss