

Today, I welcome Zihao Wang to The Gould Mine.
Zihao is the CEO and founder of Motiva Holdings, a real estate private equity firm focused on acquiring and operating multifamily investments. Motiva Holdings is a family business that currently manages over half a billion dollars in real estate assets. Zihao has been immersed in the business from a young age, having started managing properties in his early teens. With real estate running in his blood, he brings a unique, hands-on perspective to the world of multifamily investing.
In this episode, Zihao shares how his family built their portfolio, the milestones that led them to vertically integrate property management, and why they continue to invest in California despite the regulatory challenges. We also discuss the current market volatility, his outlook for 2025, and how he and his family are preparing to capitalize on upcoming opportunities.
Zihao also breaks down the benefits of patient capital, the secrets behind acquiring fixed-rate debt on value-add deals, and how his firm raises capital primarily from other family offices and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. We dive into the mindset and strategies that have allowed him to scale his firm while maintaining control over operations and risk.
This episode is filled with wisdom from an experienced operator who understands the ins and outs of real estate investing at the highest level.
Welcome, Zihao, to The Gould Mine!
Follow Zihao:
LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3CVfy4x
Website: https://bit.ly/4k2klCa
Follow Me:
LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3L2sTc7
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3soYxtW
Looking to build lasting wealth through alternative investments? You’re in the right place.
If you’re new here, my name is Danny Gould. I’m the founder and CEO of Gould Capital, a private equity firm specializing in exclusive commercial real estate and other alternative investments. We connect investors with elite opportunities - investments that aren’t public, aren’t cookie-cutter, and most importantly, aren’t what your financial advisor is pitching.
Here’s how I got here…
1) Started as a pre-med student at Stanford University, but a lifelong dream of building the biggest hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip ignited my passion for real estate.
2) Transitioned to residential real estate, driving over a quarter billion dollars in sales, and became an industry leader in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
3) Decided to finally pursue my Hotel dreams and founded GMS Ventures alongside two experienced Hoteliers, with a total Hotel Portfolio Size of over $300M
4) Leveraged my expertise and relationships to build Gould Capital - which empowers investors to access transformative commercial real estate deals and alternative investments.
FULL DISCLOSURE
I create content to connect with ambitious investors - people who want to take control of their financial futures. If that’s you, let’s build something extraordinary together - I invite you to take the first step by connecting with me via a 20 minute Zoom Call. Here’s my calendar: https://bit.ly/3rVfqwn
71 episodes
The Gould Mine: Find your Fortune through Real Estate Investing
Today, I welcome Zihao Wang to The Gould Mine.
Zihao is the CEO and founder of Motiva Holdings, a real estate private equity firm focused on acquiring and operating multifamily investments. Motiva Holdings is a family business that currently manages over half a billion dollars in real estate assets. Zihao has been immersed in the business from a young age, having started managing properties in his early teens. With real estate running in his blood, he brings a unique, hands-on perspective to the world of multifamily investing.
In this episode, Zihao shares how his family built their portfolio, the milestones that led them to vertically integrate property management, and why they continue to invest in California despite the regulatory challenges. We also discuss the current market volatility, his outlook for 2025, and how he and his family are preparing to capitalize on upcoming opportunities.
Zihao also breaks down the benefits of patient capital, the secrets behind acquiring fixed-rate debt on value-add deals, and how his firm raises capital primarily from other family offices and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. We dive into the mindset and strategies that have allowed him to scale his firm while maintaining control over operations and risk.
This episode is filled with wisdom from an experienced operator who understands the ins and outs of real estate investing at the highest level.
Welcome, Zihao, to The Gould Mine!
Follow Zihao:
LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3CVfy4x
Website: https://bit.ly/4k2klCa
Follow Me:
LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3L2sTc7
Instagram: https://bit.ly/3soYxtW
Looking to build lasting wealth through alternative investments? You’re in the right place.
If you’re new here, my name is Danny Gould. I’m the founder and CEO of Gould Capital, a private equity firm specializing in exclusive commercial real estate and other alternative investments. We connect investors with elite opportunities - investments that aren’t public, aren’t cookie-cutter, and most importantly, aren’t what your financial advisor is pitching.
Here’s how I got here…
1) Started as a pre-med student at Stanford University, but a lifelong dream of building the biggest hotel-casino on the Las Vegas Strip ignited my passion for real estate.
2) Transitioned to residential real estate, driving over a quarter billion dollars in sales, and became an industry leader in one of the most competitive markets in the world.
3) Decided to finally pursue my Hotel dreams and founded GMS Ventures alongside two experienced Hoteliers, with a total Hotel Portfolio Size of over $300M
4) Leveraged my expertise and relationships to build Gould Capital - which empowers investors to access transformative commercial real estate deals and alternative investments.
FULL DISCLOSURE
I create content to connect with ambitious investors - people who want to take control of their financial futures. If that’s you, let’s build something extraordinary together - I invite you to take the first step by connecting with me via a 20 minute Zoom Call. Here’s my calendar: https://bit.ly/3rVfqwn
71 episodes
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