‘I Smell Jail Time’: ‘Shark Tank’ Judges Slam Brakes on Contestant’s Shady Pitch After It Seemingly Takes a ‘Spooky’ Turn

‘I Smell Jail Time’: ‘Shark Tank’ Judges Slam Brakes on Contestant’s Shady Pitch After It Seemingly Takes a ‘Spooky’ Turn

Businessman Aaron McDaniel entered the “Shark Tank” with high hopes and a revolutionary concept: a real estate crowdfunding platform called Tycoon Real Estate that would allow everyday people to invest in property for as little as $1,000. One of the guests on season 6, episode 16, was the former AT&T vice president. He sought $50,000 for a 5% stake in his company, promising returns “8 to 10 times” higher than traditional investments. His pitch e…