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Jon Ward left the influencer playbook behind at Plunge to build something with no media, no selling, and an NDA at the door — and he's already turned away over a hundred applicants to protect it.Jon Ward, Founder and CEO of The Assembly, joins Eric to unpack why he's betting on trust over reach in an industry drowning in pitches. Jon breaks down how GLP-1s are splitting the gym-going population in half, why brands like Evolve went from zero to over $100 million in under a year, and why he thinks "health" needs to stop being treated as an industry and start being treated as culture. He also gets into how The Assembly vets its members, what its Chatham House rules actually protect, and why he sees fitness as the best-positioned industry to own the next decade of health.Jon Ward is the Founder and CEO of The Assembly, an invite-only network connecting founders, executives, and investors across health, wellness, and longevity, and previously worked in brand growth at cold-plunge company Plunge. Website: https://theassembly.health | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonward007Get Eric's weekly industry newsletter: https://futureoffitness.co Watch full episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@futureofofitnesspod
Building something great is hard. The question is: which hard are you willing to choose?That's something David Weisburd and I dug into on the latest episode.David chose podcasting as his hard.Three years ago, he committed to building How I Invest for at least a decade - before he knew whether it would work. There were no guarantees. Just the grind of booking guests, navigating compliance, building credibility, and showing up episode after episode. That commitment eventually turned the podcast into something much bigger: a network of investors, entrepreneurs, relationships, and venture deal flow.And that's what I found most interesting about our conversation...The podcast wasn't just building David's network. It was building David.We talked about:→ The power of “information alpha” and “relationship alpha”→ Why some emerging managers have a winner mindset—and others don't→ Why founder-product fit matters→ How relationships compound over time→ And why the best opportunities often come from playing the infinite gameMy biggest takeaway: You can't make building something great easy. But you can choose a hard worth doing.Then you have to stay in the game long enough for the compounding to begin. Big thanks to David for joining the pod.Listen to the full convo here:⏱️ Chapter Markers:00:00 — Intro — why this convo is meta01:02 — Meet David Weisburd and How I Invest03:15 — Origin story: dinner with Eric Torenberg; launching the pod07:45 — Network effects and early marquee guests10:40 — The grind: LP compliance and identity risk12:10 — When it “clicked”: letting the podcast work on you16:50 — Skill-building, humility, and editing your own transcripts19:50 — Podcast as mentorship; testing yourself with elite minds22:40 — The infinite game of investing; a 10-year commitment24:35 — Information alpha, relationship alpha, parasocial effects28:10 — Why podcast convos deepen relationships; “mock podcasts”30:20 — From founder to podcaster; values-first firm-building34:30 — Weisburd Pierce: partnering on sensitive pro rata rights37:40 — Media as access: why companies want creators on cap tables39:45 — What makes a great GP: the winner vs. victim mindset43:00 — Tactics to be default-alive; example from Hustle Fund46:20 — Founder–product fit, psychology, and productizing yourself49:10 — Long-term relationships > short-term fees in private markets52:00 — Closing thoughts and thanksLINKSDavid Weisburd: LinkedInHow I Invest Podcast: WebsiteInterplay: Website, LinkedIn, XMPD: LinkedIn, X
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In this episode, Cody Morris, CEO of Leadzolo, shares insights into the real estate lead generation industry, focusing on quality, niche marketing, and building strong client relationships. Discover how targeted strategies and authentic communication can elevate your real estate investing business. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Most professionals hate the idea of selling. What if you didn't have to? Chris Papin has built a thriving multi-discipline practice as a JD, CPA, and insurance producer — without ever feeling like he's pitching. The secret is the trust economy: a system of intentionality, authenticity, and regularity that builds steady deal flow without pushing harder. Chris Papin is a licensed attorney, certified public accountant, and insurance producer who works with small business owners and entrepreneurs across every stage of their business lifecycle. He's also the author of 168 Hours: A Startup Business Guide That Respects Your Time. In this episode, Chris joins Scott Love to break down exactly how professional services providers can stop relying on hustle and start building the kind of credibility that brings clients to them. You'll learn: Why deals are driven by emotion — and what that means for how you build trust with prospects How to use a 90-second anecdote to open doors at any networking event without pitching The "step zero" mindset shift that separates professionals who get results at conferences from those who just survive them Why showing up with a QR code instead of a business card is a trust signal — not just a tech flex How to use AI to data mine a conference attendee list and identify your top 10 targets in 30 minutes The two biggest pitfalls that destroy deal flow — and how to avoid both What a client "funnel" actually looks like for transactional professionals (lawyers, CPAs, consultants) Why regularity matters more than intensity — and how to build consistency into your BD rhythm even during busy seasons The "Think, Document, Do" framework: the three-step system that turns good intentions into actual pipeline 3 action steps to start building steady deal flow through trust — starting today Visit: https://therainmakingpodcast.com/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/CNP3rUgqQSo ---------------------------------------- If you are a successful law firm partner or law firm founder and want to hear about other options, please book a time on Scott Love's calendar here: https://calendly.com/scott-736/half-hour-phone-meeting-with-scott Or email Scott to connect with him at: scott@attorneysearchgroup.com ----------------------------------------
In this episode, Michael Blank sits down with podcasting and marketing expert Trevor Oldham to reveal how real estate operators and syndicators can use podcasts to build credibility, generate leads, and ultimately raise more capital. Trevor, who has helped book more than 10,000 podcast appearances for over 500 clients, explains why getting on the biggest shows isn't necessarily the goal—the right audience is. They break down how to identify podcasts that reach your ideal investors, build a simple funnel to capture leads, use automation to follow up, and turn one podcast appearance into multiple marketing touchpoints. Michael and Trevor also discuss why podcasting is a long-term strategy, how the capital-raising environment has changed, and why operators should build their marketing platform before trying to scale their lead generation.Key TakeawaysThe Right Podcast Matters More Than the Biggest PodcastA smaller show with a highly targeted audience can generate far more valuable investor relationships than a massive show with the wrong listeners.Build the Funnel Before You Generate LeadsBefore appearing on podcasts, have a professional website, a clear call to action, a lead magnet, and a way to capture and nurture prospects. Otherwise, you're creating attention without having a system to convert it.Podcasting Is a Long-Term Capital-Raising StrategyUnlike paid advertising, podcasting can take weeks or months to produce results. But consistently appearing on two to four relevant shows per month allows the exposure and credibility to compound over time.Your Story Builds More Trust Than Your Track RecordInvestors don't just want to hear about your assets under management or projected returns. Sharing how you got started, what went wrong, and how you overcame challenges makes you more relatable and trustworthy.Don't Skip One-on-One Capital RaisingMichael emphasizes that aspiring syndicators should first learn how to build trust and understand investors through personal conversations before trying to amplify their message online.Turn One Podcast Appearance Into Multiple TouchpointsWith landing pages, LinkedIn outreach, email follow-up, social media engagement, and personalized messages, one interview can become the starting point for an entire investor acquisition campaign.Connect with Trevor OldhamPodcasting You: podcastingyou.com/podcastsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevorjoldhamConnect with our Deal Maker PartnersCheck out all Partners hereAttorney - Swafford Law LLC Asset Manager - Cyndee Harding, High Caliber MultifamilyCPA - James Bohan, Stonehan AccountancyMentor - Deal Maker MentoringResourcesConnect with Michael BlankTheFreedomPodcast.com Join the Deal Maker MastermindExplore Michael's Mentoring ProgramReview the Podcast on Apple PodcastsGet the Syndicated Deal AnalyzerGet the Book, Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing by Michael Blank For full episode show notes visit: https://themichaelblank.com/podcasts/session539/
Die Erste Asset Management hat wie berichtet gemeinsam mit der Schweizer Partners Group einen Evergreen-Fonds in der ELTIF-Struktur, der Privatanlegerinnen und Privatanlegern schon mit niedriger Mindestanlage breiten Zugang zu den Privatmärkten eröffnet – ein Anlagesegment, das bisher nahezu ausschließlich institutionellen Investoren offenstand.Im aktuellen Podcast spricht Thomas Bobek, Head of Private Markets Funds bei der Erste Asset Management, über folgende Themen:
Off-Market oder On-Market? In dieser Folge von „Buy and Hold Till Old“ spreche ich offen darüber, warum ich meine Meinung zu Off-Market-Objekten in den letzten Wochen revidieren musste. Wir schauen uns an, wann sich die Suche abseits der gängigen Portale wirklich lohnt und wann sie zur reinen Zeitverschwendung wird.Außerdem erfährst du, warum der Grundriss das A und O in deinem Vertrieb ist und wie du mit der Grundrissschmiede innerhalb von 24 Stunden professionelle Unterlagen für Banken und Käufer erhältst.Viel Spaß beim Hören und Investieren!Hier geht's zur Grundrissschmiede:
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Barry Jonas, managing director at Truist Securities, joined the REIT Report to discuss the gaming REIT sector, highlighting its acceptance as an asset class that provides a safe, secure rental streamHe noted that when the sector first emerged about 10-15 years ago, “it was seen as an orphan and really misunderstood. But as time has moved on, we are really seeing buy-in from the REIT community.”Investors understand that gaming REITs are “a very safe, durable stream of rent that has tenants who are sizable, most of them are public, audited, and have at this point not seen any major defaults or lack of payments made,” he said.In an environment of macro uncertainty and a K-shaped economic recovery, the sector has still seen low single-digit increases in gaming revenues, Jonas said. “Consumers generally want to go have fun, let off some steam, and go to a casino,” he added.Chapters:00:00 Gaming REITs Resilience00:23 Welcome to REIT Report00:41 How Gaming REITs Work02:08 Tenant Strength and Coverage03:38 Where Casinos Are Located04:59 Fundamentals and Growth Outlook07:40 Deal Flow and Sale Leasebacks09:16 Investor Appetite and Valuations10:26 Online Betting Cannibalization14:03 Future Growth Drivers
In this episode of The Capital Raiser Show, Richard C. Wilson shares a live presentation on how artificial intelligence is actively changing how capital raisers find investors, how deals are sourced and screened, and how family offices are using AI to make faster, smarter investment decisions. This is one of the most practical AI-focused episodes in the series - built specifically for capital raisers who want to understand which tools matter and how to apply them immediately. Topics covered: - How AI is changing the capital raising process from outreach to close - Which AI tools family offices and investors are actually using - How to use AI to find, qualify, and approach the right investors faster - AI-powered deal screening and what it means for capital raisers - The biggest mistakes capital raisers make when adopting AI tools - How to use AI to improve pitch decks, investor outreach, and follow-up - Where AI creates the biggest competitive advantage in capital raising today The Capital Raiser Show brings together family offices, billionaires, and elite capital allocators to discuss capital raising, investing, and strategic growth. Subscribe for more interviews with top investors, founders, and family offices.
At the midpoint of 2026, the water sector is sending mixed signals. Deal flow is up sharply, with 161 transactions recorded year-to-date and Q2 activity climbing 42% year-over-year to its strongest pace since 2021. Yet the headlines telling a story of a booming market sit alongside a different conversation happening in boardrooms, where CEOs are navigating Middle East conflict, tariff pressures, energy price volatility, and PFAS-related costs. Podcast host Reese Tisdale and Bluefield VP & Managing Director Keith Hays dig into both stories and what they mean for the year ahead. Key questions addressed: How does record deal flow square with the uncertainty CEOs are describing? Which 2026 transactions best illustrate where the market is heading? Has private equity finally reached the tipping point for exits? How exposed is water infrastructure to Middle East geopolitical risk? Are utilities and data center operators moving past the AI water controversy? What water market theme offers the strongest five-year investment case? What's the biggest water risk that CEOs are underestimating right now? If you enjoy listening to The Future of Water Podcast, please tell a friend or colleague, and if you haven't already, please click to follow this podcast wherever you listen. If you'd like to be informed of water market news, trends, perspectives and analysis from Bluefield Research, subscribe to Waterline, our weekly newsletter published each Wednesday. Related Research & Analysis: Water Mergers & Acquisitions: Trends and Deal Flow, Q2 2026 CRH Moves Along Value Chain with US$700 Million Axius Water Acquisition Midstream Water Bolstered by Energy Markets Volatility
Attraktive Mittelständler bekommen inzwischen bis zu zehn Kaufanfragen am Tag, und fast alle davon landen ungelesen im Papierkorb. Wie erreicht man einen Inhaber, der längst abgestumpft ist gegen generische Massenansprache, und bringt ihn tatsächlich ins Gespräch?Meine Gäste sind Jean-Christophe Irigoyen und Jan Steinbächer, die bei WTS Advisory das Buy-Side-Geschäft verantworten und ausschließlich Käufer beraten. Mit ihnen spreche ich über die neue Käufervielfalt im Mittelstand, warum sogar Private Equity externe Sourcing-Hilfe einkauft, über mehrseitige Briefe, die noch per Post verschickt werden, und darüber, was KI im Sourcing heute leistet und wo der Mensch übernimmt.Wir beleuchten in dieser Episode:warum Zukäufe härter umkämpft sind,wieso WTS ausschließlich die Buy-Side berät,warum selbst Private Equity Sourcing-Hilfe holt,wie mehrseitige Briefe echte Erstkontakte schaffen,was KI im Sourcing leistet und wo der Mensch übernimmt,und vieles mehr...Viel Spaß beim Hören!***Timestamps(00:00:00) Intro(00:01:56) Zwischenfazit nach einem Jahr bei WTS(00:06:53) Werdegang Jan und Weg ins M&A(00:11:39) Buch und Auszeit in Thailand(00:15:29) Werdegang JC und Weg in den Mittelstand(00:17:52) Der gemeinsame Weg zu WTS(00:21:55) WTS als Steuerhaus und Buy-Side-Fokus(00:23:51) Radikale Spezialisierung und strikte Trennung(00:27:25) Kundenspektrum und verändertes Wettbewerbsumfeld(00:30:38) Buy-and-Build-Fonds als verlängerte Werkbank(00:33:02) Relevante Deal-Größenordnung(00:36:31) Proprietärer Dealflow und Bieterprozesse vermeiden(00:39:23) Warum generische Massenansprachen scheitern(00:42:51) Erste vier Wochen: Strategie-Workshop(00:48:02) Longlist-Erstellung und Grenzen der KI(00:54:16) Nachfassen bis zum Erstgespräch(00:57:10) Kais PE-Zeit: Inhaber direkt erreichen(01:00:38) Conversion-Quoten von Brief bis LOI(01:03:12) Honorierung mit Retainer und Erfolg(01:06:06) Blick nach vorne: KI und menschliche Komponente***Alle Links zur Folge:Kai Hesselmann auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kai-hesselmann-dealcircle/CLOSE THE DEAL auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/closethedeal-podcastJean-Christophe Irigoyen auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcirigoyen/?locale=deJan Steinbächer auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jan-steinbächer/WTS Advisory auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wts-advisory/Website CLOSE THE DEAL: https://dealcircle.com/ClosetheDeal/***DUB.de ist die Plattform für sichere Unternehmensnachfolgen. Schaut vorbei, wenn ihr euer Unternehmen schnell, sicher und kostenfrei zum Verkauf inserieren wollt oder als Käufer auf der Suche nach passenden Deals seid:www.dub.de***Du bist M&A-Berater im Small- oder Midcap-Segment und suchst einen Überblick über alle relevanten Deals? Jetzt schnell den
#112: Want to know the exact difference between how a rookie analyzes a deal and how a seasoned pro spots an immediate "yes"? Most investors freeze before their first property because they lack one foundational skill. Welcome to the Lenders playbook podcast Episode 112- we are your go to podcast for all things private lending, real estate and entrepreneurship, I am your host Matt Rosen In this episode, mortgage expert and real estate investor Gerard Mier shares his journey from high school roots to running a multi-project investment empire. We pull back the curtain on his exact process—from finding a deal to closing it and break down:The #1 skill you must master before buying your first property.The internal systems and key hires that allow him to scale projects while running a mortgage business.His $0 "start-over" blueprint and the habits driving his success.Ready to stop analyzing from the sidelines? Hit subscribe so you never miss an episode, and leave a 5-star review if this blueprint helped you plan your next deal!We would like to have you join us! Oct. 9-10 in Las Vegas at the Green Valley Ranch is the most anticipated private lending event of the year! Don't miss it! Go to https://www.americanlendingconference.com/
Join Us for DealMachine Unveiled: https://www.dealmachine.com/unveiled Most investors spend thousands on marketing to find their next deal. Jay Mirando does about 30 deals a year in Las Vegas, and his best ones come from real estate agents who bring them directly to his desk. In this episode, he breaks down how he built a referral network of probate agents, why hosting one simple recurring event made realtors want to send him business, and the type of property he refuses to buy anymore. KEY TALKING POINTS: 0:00 - Intro & Vegas Real Estate 0:55 - New Wholesaling Legislation 2:41 - From Buy-and-Hold to Brokerage 3:51 - What Makes a Deal Pencil Now 7:02 - The Grimmest Market Since 2012 9:31 - Never Nickel-and-Diming Sellers 11:11 - Targeting Higher-End Homes 12:43 - Best Lead Sources Over Time 14:11 - Building Realtor Relationships With Events 16:50 - Deals That Taught Hard Lessons 19:56 - Wealthy Buyers Moving to Vegas 21:19 - Advice on Buying It Right 22:22 - Hiring the Right Virtual Assistant 23:38 - Ranking in ChatGPT Results 25:27 - Deal Machine Data & AI Blogs 29:47 - Using AI vs Virtual Assistants 30:32 - Solving Email Spam Problems 33:47 - Full Circle: AI Content Strategy 36:45 - Outro LINKS: Instagram: Jay Mirando https://www.instagram.com/vegasflipperjay/ Website: Legacy Real Estate Group https://www.legacyrealestatenevada.com/ Instagram: David Lecko https://www.instagram.com/dlecko Website: DealMachine https://www.dealmachine.com/pod Instagram: Ryan Haywood https://www.instagram.com/heritage_home_investments Website: Heritage Home Investments https://www.heritagehomeinvestments.com/
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In this episode, Dan Gandee shares his journey from marketing and construction to building a cutting-edge AI platform for real estate investors and teams. He discusses how niche marketing, data-driven strategies, and innovative technology can help transform real estate businesses and improve lead generation. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
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In this episode, Chris Bounds shares his journey from real estate investing to building an AI-driven software business. Discover how perseverance, strategic networking, and innovative AI solutions are transforming the real estate industry and what it takes to scale a tech-enabled business. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Deal hunting is exhausting. Deal flow is transformational. After more than 2,000 real estate transactions, I've come to believe that the biggest difference between struggling investors and consistently successful ones has very little to do with negotiating, financing, or even finding great deals. It has everything to do with building a system. In this episode, I introduce the concept of the Real Estate Investing Deal Pipeline—a practical framework for creating a steady flow of opportunities instead of constantly chasing the next deal. We'll discuss why relying on a single lead source is risky, how to build multiple streams of opportunities, why abundance leads to better investing decisions, and the mindset shift that changed the way I built my business. I'll also share the story behind my completely rewritten book, Building Your Deal Pipeline: From Deal Hunting to Deal Flow, and explain how you can receive a free Advance Reader Copy before it's published. In this episode: Why "finding a deal" is the wrong goal The difference between deal hunting and deal flow The seven major sources that feed your Pipeline How to build a business that survives changing markets Why abundance creates selectivity—and more profitable decisions How to request a free Advance Reader Copy of my new book Want a free copy of the book? For a limited time, simply email Pipeline Book info@flippingamerica.net, and I'll personally send you an Advance Reader PDF. In return, I'm asking only for your honest feedback and a review after you've read it. As always... Keep your eyes open. Opportunities are everywhere.
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In this episode, Denny Patterson of REIntel shares how data-driven insights are transforming real estate investing, emphasizing speed, precision, and strategic growth. Discover how leveraging local auction data and building the right team can give investors a competitive edge. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Get my new book: https://bronsonequity.com/fireyourselfDownload my new special report - How to Use Inflation to Your Advantage - www.bronsonequity.com/inflationIn this webinar replay of The Mailbox Money Show, host Bronson Hill and the experts break down current multifamily challenges, supply absorption timelines, capital raising strategies during uncertainty, non-correlated alternative assets, deal vetting best practices, and how AI is transforming investing. Packed with real-time market insights and actionable advice for both active and passive investors.Panelists:Hunter Thompson (RaiseMasters) – Capital raising expert and multifamily operator focused on Phoenix.Zach Hapenstall (Rise 48 Equity) – Multifamily operator with deep market experience in Sun Belt growth areas.Patrick Grimes (Passive Investing Mastery) – Advocate for non-correlated assets including debt, industrial, medical, and legal investments.Tune in for honest strategies to find deals, build resilient portfolios, and thrive in today's evolving market.TIMESTAMPS0:41 - Welcome!1:24 - Bronson Equity Promo Video2:32 - Panelist Introductions3:54 - Multifamily Market Overview and Supply Challenges9:17 - Raising Capital in Uncertain Markets14:35 - Non-Correlated Assets and Alternative Investments17:03 - Multifamily Headwinds and Timeline for Recovery25:51 - Deal Availability and Buying Opportunities30:20 - Shifting Strategies to Debt, Industrial, and Medical Assets34:48 - Vetting Deals and Operators39:49 - Using AI as an Investor47:28 - Bonus Depreciation and Tax Questions50:34 - AI Resources and Tools54:35 - Closing Remarks and How to ConnectConnect with the Guests:Hunter Thompson:See their deals - www.asymcapital.comWebsite - raisingcapital.comZach Hapenstall:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-haptonstall/Website - www.Rise48Equity.com/InvestPatrick Grimes:Website - https://passiveinvestingmastery.com/Alternative Investing Mastery Series - https://passiveinvestingmastery.com/alternative-series-78/#MultifamilyInvesting#AlternativeAssets#CapitalRaising#RealEstateMarket#PassiveInvesting#AIinInvesting#DealVetting
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In this episode, Sammy Lyon shares his journey from education to real estate success, emphasizing the importance of relationships, systems, and long-term planning in scaling a real estate business. Discover actionable insights on market trends, team collaboration, and building a sustainable career in real estate. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
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In this episode, Jim Habig shares his unique journey from oceanography and TV production to building a global real estate brand focused on surf properties. Discover how he combines passion with business strategy to carve out a niche in international real estate and learn valuable insights on networking, scaling, and leveraging technology. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
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In this episode, Kevin Knapp shares groundbreaking insights into AI-driven real estate innovation, community impact, and scalable systems that are set to transform the industry. Discover how his visionary approach is shaping the future of development and investment. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
What does it really take to thrive as a first-time fund manager in today's challenging investment landscape, especially when you're building a venture fund from scratch while championing diversity and innovation? This episode delves into the real experiences behind the headlines, inviting listeners to consider the often unseen hurdles and triumphs that define entrepreneurial journeys. Our guest, Laurel Mintz, is the founder of Fabric VC—a new venture capital fund spun out of her extensive 17-year run as the leader of a successful marketing agency. With a background that includes corporate M&A law, entrepreneurship, and marketing, Laurel Mintz brings a unique and practical perspective to the venture capital world. Her approach blends deep sector knowledge with a commitment to supporting underrepresented founders and championing women's health, fintech, and consumer tech sectors. In this update, listeners get an inside look at the nuts and bolts of raising and deploying Fabric VC's first fund—just under $8 million, already largely deployed across 23 portfolio companies. Laurel Mintz shares candid insights on the emotional rollercoaster of fundraising, the critical importance of diversity, and the creative approaches to supporting women-led companies, such as accepting investments via donor-advised funds and retirement accounts. This episode is a must-listen for aspiring investors, founders, or anyone interested in how real change is being made within venture capital. It's raw, motivating, and packed with unfiltered advice on how to show up, take risks, and put capital to work for the next generation. To get the latest from Laurel Mintz, you can follow her below! LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurel-mintz/ https://www.fabricvc.com/ Laurel's first appearance on The Angel Next Door Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing! Website: www.marciadawood.com Learn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: www.showherthemoneymovie.com And don't forget to follow us wherever you are! Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.apple Spotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotify LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood
Ash and Amanda talk to Graham as he shares the insider methods he uses, from cold calling owners of vacant industrial buildings to leveraging relationships with brokers and investors. He explains the metrics that truly matter like price per foot, lease terms, and lease duration and how to rapidly identify opportunities that others overlook. You'll discover why location trumps everything in industrial real estate, how to analyze vacancy strategies, and the importance of understanding market-specific cap rates for different regions. Graham Storey Real Estate Broker at CityPlat Based in: Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Area Where to find them: https://www.instagram.com/grahamstoreyrealestate/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/graham-storey/ Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit https://malabarhillcapital.com/ for more info. Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Remington Lyman, broker, investor, and co-owner of a fast-growing Ohio real estate brokerage. Remington shares how getting laid off from a finance role at JP Morgan pushed him fully into real estate, starting with house hacking and scaling into a portfolio of roughly 100 residential units alongside commercial investments. The conversation explores the differences between residential and commercial investing, building a brokerage through cold calling and internships, and how strong deal flow has fueled both his personal acquisitions and client success. Remington also walks through two commercial case studies, including a mixed-use redevelopment and a daycare property that highlighted the scalability and operational simplicity of triple-net commercial real estate. Remington Lyman Current role: Principal CEO of Very Good Homes LLC Based in: Columbus, Ohio Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/remington-lyman/ Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit https://malabarhillcapital.com/ for more info. Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Michael Blank sits down with Lee Fjord, a real estate investor who has built an $80M+ portfolio and owns over 1,200 units—all starting from a single duplex. But the real focus of this conversation is capital raising in today's shifting environment. As online funnels and paid ads become increasingly ineffective, Lee shares how he's built a powerful, scalable system for raising capital locally through in-person events, curated meetups, and relationship-driven strategies. From hosting monthly property tours to creating a repeatable investor “flywheel,” Lee breaks down exactly how he's raised nearly $2M from his network—and how you can do the same by prioritizing trust, consistency, and community.Key TakeawaysLocal Capital Raising Is Back—and It Works As online ads and webinars lose effectiveness, in-person events and local networking are proving to be far more reliable for building investor trust and raising capital.Consistency Creates a Compounding “Flywheel” Effect Hosting recurring monthly events builds familiarity, credibility, and momentum—turning casual attendees into long-term investors over time.Start Small, Then Scale Strategically Lee began with simple meetups and evolved them into curated experiences, proving you don't need perfection—just consistency and iteration.Curated Experiences Attract Higher-Quality Investors Targeting accredited investors, asking the right questions, and filtering attendees helps ensure you're building relationships with serious capital partners.In-Person Connection Builds Trust Faster Than Funnels Face-to-face interactions dramatically shorten the trust cycle compared to cold online leads, making it easier to convert relationships into investments.Layered Engagement (Events + Webinars) Maximizes Reach Combining live events with ongoing touchpoints like webinars and follow-ups creates a powerful ecosystem for nurturing investor relationships.Connect with MichaelFacebookInstagramYouTubeTikTokResourcesTheFreedomPodcast.com Access the #1 FREE Apartment Investing Course (Apartments 101)Schedule a Free Strategy Session with Michael's Team of AdvisorsExplore Michael's Mentoring ProgramJoin the Nighthawk Equity Investor ClubReview the Podcast on Apple PodcastsSyndicated Deal AnalyzerGet the Book, Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing by Michael Blank For full episode show notes visit: https://themichaelblank.com/podcasts/session523/
Amanda Cruise and Ash Patel interview Leo Young, who shares how he scaled to 500+ mobile home park units while navigating increasing competition and regulatory pressure. He explains his strategy of improving communities, raising rents toward market, and shifting from quick exits to longer-term holds through refinancing to maximize investor returns. The conversation highlights how operators are being squeezed by both institutional capital and new investors entering the space, making deal flow harder to find. Leo also breaks down the realities of managing across multiple states, emphasizing geographic diversification to hedge against evolving regulations such as rent control. He discusses expanding into RV parks, the operational differences compared to mobile home parks, and why operator execution matters more than asset class. Throughout, he stresses disciplined underwriting, strong systems, and building the right team as the key to long-term success in a tightening market. Leo Young Current role: Managing Partner at Cornell Communities Based in: New York, New York Where to find them: https://www.youtube.com/c/LeoYoungRealEstate https://www.linkedin.com/in/leo-young/ Visit trustetc.com/bestever for more info. Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit https://m1.com/ for more info. Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us Fan MailWhat are ultra-wealthy investors and family offices actively looking for in today's market?In this episode, private investors, family office representatives, and operators share where they are deploying capital—from energy and industrial real estate to crypto, small-to-mid-sized platforms, and distressed opportunities.You'll hear how experienced investors evaluate deals, structure investments, and identify opportunities with strong upside in a shifting economic environment.If you're raising capital or building partnerships, this episode gives you a real-world look at how ultra-wealthy investors think and what they prioritize today.https://familyoffices.com/
Send us Fan MailWhere is capital actually going right now? In this episode, $1B+ investors share what they are actively looking for—from community bank acquisitions and RIAs to commercial real estate, technology platforms, and growth-stage opportunities.If you're raising capital or sourcing deals, this episode gives you a clear picture of current investor demand and how to position your opportunity to match it. Understanding what investors want today is one of the fastest ways to improve your fundraising success.If you want to connect with serious investors, build better partnerships, and access real deal flow—join us inside the Family Office Club.Our investor club offers 30 nationwide events a year, 10,000 registered investors, and 40 proprietary AI tools designed to help you raise capital faster and more effectively.
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In this episode, Quentin interviews real estate investor Pablo, exploring his journey into real estate, the importance of resilience, and future goals including international expansion to Dubai. They discuss the value of relationships, overcoming obstacles, and the mindset needed for success. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Send us Fan MailWhy do investors say yes—or walk away completely? In this episode, $1B+ investors reveal the biggest deal-breakers in partnerships, including lack of experience, poor alignment, and missing expertise.You'll learn how investors filter opportunities quickly, what red flags they look for, and how alignment, trust, and execution history impact every decision. If you're pitching investors or building long-term partnerships, this episode will help you avoid the mistakes that instantly disqualify deals.If you want to connect with serious investors, build better partnerships, and access real deal flow—join us inside the Family Office Club.Our investor club offers 30 nationwide events a year, 10,000 registered investors, and 40 proprietary AI tools designed to help you raise capital faster and more effectively.
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In this episode, Michael Petersen shares his 15-year journey in real estate, focusing on commercial investing, team growth, and market opportunities in Dallas and Colorado. Learn about his strategies for success, sourcing deals, and scaling a real estate business. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Send us Fan MailWhat separates deals that get funded from those that get ignored? In this episode, $1B+ investors and family office leaders break down exactly what they look for before entering a partnership. From track record and credibility to expertise and long-term alignment, you'll learn how top investors evaluate opportunities beyond the pitch deck.If you're a founder, fund manager, or real estate sponsor looking to raise capital, this conversation will help you understand how serious investors think—and what it takes to build trust before asking for capital.If you want to connect with serious investors, build better partnerships, and access real deal flow—join us inside the Family Office Club.Our investor club offers 30 nationwide events a year, 10,000 registered investors, and 40 proprietary AI tools designed to help you raise capital faster and more effectively.
Vishal Verma's family office has been operating out of Silicon Valley for over thirty years. His father arrived from India in 1977 with eight dollars in his pocket, worked as a rocket scientist, and eventually became an entrepreneur and venture capitalist. The family formalized their office in the late nineties with early LP positions in Sequoia Fund IX and Kleiner Perkins. Today Vishal manages a portfolio split across twenty-one venture capital firms and twenty-eight direct co-investments in generational companies including Anthropic, Wiz, Stripe, and xAI.In this episode, Prashant and Vishal go deep on how a thirty-year family office actually thinks about venture capital — the vintage strategy, the concentration framework, the Anthropic bet, and why most of what you hear about the first mover advantage is wrong.⭐ Sponsored by Podcast10x - Podcasting agency for VCs - https://podcast10x.comWe talk about -– The family origin story: $8 at the border to Silicon Valley– Portfolio construction: 70/30 public to private– The vintage strategy: why you have to be at every party– Three concentrations reshaping the VC ecosystem– The Anthropic investment at $18B valuation– AI vs crypto: behavioral change is everything– Bigger funds not returning DPI is hogwash– Emerging managers: what actually earns a check– DPI reality and the IPO bottleneck– Why family offices exist and what banks can't doTimestamps:(00:00) -Preview(01:40) - Introduction to Vishal Verma and His Family's VC Legacy(03:39) - The Family Office Origin Story: From India to Silicon Valley(06:57) - Challenges and Triumphs of Early Indian-American Entrepreneurs(08:56) - Why the Indian-American Community Thrives: Hard Work, Education, and Family(10:22) - Portfolio Construction and the First Investment in Sequoia(14:15) - The Rationale Behind a 30% Allocation to Venture Capital(17:22) - How Shorter Fundraising Cycles Have Changed LP Strategy(22:25) - The Differentiator for Top-Tier VC Funds(24:34) - Understanding the "Concentration" of Returns, Capital, and Founders in VC(28:08) - Do Bigger Funds Actually Lead to Shrinking Returns?(30:17) - The "Mafias" of Silicon Valley and Their Role in Deal Flow(32:32) - The Investment Thesis for Anthropic at an $18B Valuation(36:55) - AI vs. Crypto: The Critical Difference of Behavioral Change(39:15) - First-Mover vs. Best-to-Market: Lessons from Tech History(40:32) - The Reality of Stretched DPI and Liquidity Challenges(41:35) - The Rise of "Megacorns" and the Upcoming IPO Wave(44:34) - AI Investing: When Does Conviction Become Overexposure?(48:38) - Public Market Strategy: A Tech-Heavy Portfolio(52:50) - ConclusionLinks:Edgewood Ventures - https://www.edgewoodvp.com/Connect with Vishal Verma - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishal-verma-551327Connect with Prashant: https://linkedin.com/in/choubeysahabSubscribe to VC10X newsletter - https://vc10x.beehiiv.comSubscribe on YouTube - https://youtube.com/@VC10X Subscribe on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vc10x-investing-venture-capital-asset-management-private/id1632806986Subscribe on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7F7KEhXNhTx1bKTBFgzv3k?si=WgQ4ozMiQJ-6nowj6wBgqQVC10X website - https://vc10x.com
Brendan McElhaney, founder of Cash for Chicago Houses, is a real estate wholesaler and investor who specializes in sourcing off-market deals through direct-to-seller marketing! Brendan explains how he started in real estate with a house hack and how that helped him leave his corporate job to pursue real estate full time! He talks about renovation mistakes and leasing insights that he learned on his first few deals. Brendan dives deep on getting a wholesaling business off the ground, establishing a team, and lessons learned from wholesales gone wrong. He shares how he is leveraging social media to provide value to others and grow his business and also provides an outlook on Chicago. Throughout the show, Brendan demonstrates that hard work and grit have been the keys to his success! If you enjoy today's episode, please leave us a review and share with someone who may also find value in this content! ============= Connect with Mark and Tom: StraightUpChicagoInvestor.com Email the Show: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Properties for Sale on the North Side? We want to buy them. Email: StraightUpChicagoInvestor@gmail.com Have a vacancy? We can place your next tenant and give you back 30-40 hours of your time. Learn more: GCRealtyInc.com/tenant-placement Has Property Mgmt become an opportunity cost for you? Let us lower your risk and give you your time back to grow. Learn more: GCRealtyinc.com ============= Guests: Brendan McElhaney, Cash for Chicago Houses Link: Brendan's Instagram Link: Nick Jakubco (Attorney Referral) Link: SUCI Build Your Team Guest Questions: 03:19 Housing Provider Tip - Understand the limits on collectible security deposits. 05:09 Intro to our guest, Brendan McElhaney! 10:37 Leasing mistakes and lessons learned. 16:58 Getting a wholesaling business off the ground! 25:11 Wholesale deals gone wrong. 32:14 Building a reputation as a new wholesaler! 40:59 Establishing a wholesaling team and process. 43:34 Leveraging social media. 48:00 Brendan's outlook on his business and Chicago! 51:05 What is your competitive advantage? 52:24 One piece of advice for new investors. 53:08 What do you do for fun? 54:08 Good book, podcast, or self development activity that you would recommend? 54:42 Local Network Recommendation? 54:56 How can the listeners learn more about you and provide value to you? ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of Straight Up Chicago Investor 2026.
Wanna work with us? Schedule a call here: https://go.oncehub.com/bookacall If you're a private lender or hard money lender struggling to find consistent deals, you might be dealing with what we call "small pipeline syndrome." In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, we break down what happens when your deal flow slows down—and how it can quietly impact your lending business in ways you may not even realize. From weak loan quotes and chasing bad deals to micromanaging closings, a lack of consistent deal flow can lead to poor decision-making and unnecessary risk. The reality? The fewer deals you see, the harder it is to choose the right ones. We cover: What "small pipeline syndrome" is and how to spot it Common mistakes private lenders make when deal flow is low Why more leads = stronger deals and a healthier portfolio How to stay disciplined with underwriting and pricing Proven strategies to generate more deal flow through marketing and outreach Whether you're new to private lending or scaling your hard money business, this episode will help you build a more consistent pipeline, improve deal quality, and avoid costly mistakes.
In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo and Dan Wentzel shift back into action mode as momentum continues to build. With a stronger mindset and clearer priorities in place, the focus becomes simple: consistent execution. Not perfect execution. Not overthinking. Just doing the work that moves deals forward. As Dan continues having conversations, submitting offers, and staying active in the market, the results begin to compound. What once felt uncertain now starts to feel predictable—not because the deals are guaranteed, but because the process is. Alex reinforces the idea that success in this business isn't about one big breakthrough—it's about stacking small, consistent actions that eventually lead to inevitable outcomes. The conversation highlights the difference between those who stay stuck in analysis and those who build momentum through repetition. This episode is a reminder that once you have the strategy, the only thing left to do is execute—and trust that the process will produce results. You'll Learn How To: Turn clarity into consistent execution without overthinking Build momentum by focusing on daily, repeatable actions Avoid analysis paralysis by simplifying your next steps Increase deal flow through consistent outreach and follow-up Trust the process even when results aren't immediate Create predictable outcomes through disciplined repetition ⸻ What You'll Learn in This Episode: [0:00] Why clarity without execution doesn't create results [3:04] Dan's update: increased activity and stronger deal pipeline [5:11] The shift from uncertainty to predictable action [7:28] Why consistency matters more than intensity [9:46] The difference between knowing and doing [11:03] How repetition builds confidence and skill [13:17] The importance of tracking actions—not just outcomes [15:02] Why small actions compound into big results [17:41] Avoiding analysis paralysis by focusing on the next step [19:26] The power of staying active in conversations and offers [21:08] Why momentum creates more opportunities [23:15] The role of discipline in long-term success [25:42] Trusting the process even without immediate wins [27:18] Why execution is the ultimate differentiator Who This Episode Is For: Investors stuck in overthinking or analysis paralysis Listeners who have the knowledge but aren't taking consistent action Anyone struggling to build momentum in their deal flow Entrepreneurs who need a simpler, execution-focused approach People ready to turn strategy into real-world results Why You Should Listen: Most people don't fail because they lack knowledge—they fail because they don't execute. This episode shows how consistency, repetition, and simple daily actions can create momentum that leads to real results. It's not about doing everything—it's about doing the right things over and over again. If you've been waiting for the perfect moment or the perfect deal, this conversation will push you to take action—and show you why that's the only thing that truly moves the needle. Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25 Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/ ⸻ Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/
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Wanna work with us? Schedule a call here: https://go.oncehub.com/bookacall Struggling with a slow pipeline or inconsistent deal flow? You're not alone—and more importantly, you're not stuck. In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, we break down a proven, no-fluff 30-day action plan to help private lenders generate more leads, build stronger relationships, and close more deals—fast. From leveraging your existing database to scaling your marketing efforts and tightening your follow-up game, this episode walks through exactly what top lenders are doing right now to stay ahead in a competitive market. Inside this episode: How to tap into your lowest hanging fruit (current & past borrowers) Why outbound calls still outperform everything else The power of face-to-face networking and relationship building How to double your marketing output without reinventing the wheel 3 high-converting email strategies (including the one that drives the most deals) Creative ways to structure deals and turn "no" into opportunity How to align your capital sources so you can actually fund your growth A step-by-step week-by-week 30-day plan you can implement immediately Whether you're a new lender trying to build momentum or an experienced operator looking to scale, this episode delivers practical strategies you can put into action today. Bottom line: If you want more deals, you need more conversations—and a system to make it happen.
#106: Welcome back to The Lender's Playbook Podcast. I'm your host, Matt Rosen, and this is Episode 106.Today's episode is all about one thing, how to invest in multifamily real estate like the pros… even if you're not one.I sit down with Victor Bell, a longtime friend and seasoned expert in the multifamily investing space. We break down what actually makes a deal profitable, the key metrics every investor and lender should understand, and how to avoid costly mistakes, whether you're investing passively or deploying capital as a private lender.If you're looking to make smarter, more confident investment decisions in multifamily real estate, this episode is for you.Thank you Episode Sponsor!Dynamic Finance GroupIf you're a real estate investor looking for speed, flexibility, and a lending partner that actually understands your deals, Dynamic Finance Group has you covered.From short-term bridge loans to fix-and-flip, new construction, and long-term 30-year rental financing, they offer solutions built to move at your pace.What sets them apart?Clear communication, hands-on support, and a team that puts your goals first.If you're ready to close faster and scale smarter, connect with Dynamic Finance Group today.https://www.dynamicfinancegroup.com/Check out the podcast I did with them! https://app.fusebox.fm/embed/player/track/Kbx2Q3jWNM/42Join us for the 5th National American Lending Conference! Oct 9-10, 2026 in Las Vegas at the Green Valley Ranch!https://www.americanlendingconference.com/
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Welcome back to The Lender's Playbook! I'm your host, Matt Rosen, and today we're tackling one thing every private lender wants: consistent, qualified deal flow.I sit down with Stephen Lawrence from BlueCraft Leads to break down their system designed specifically for private lenders. We cover how they attract serious borrowers, filter out unqualified leads, and deliver results for private lenders, brokers, and funds alike.If you're ready to stop chasing deals and start building a predictable pipeline, this episode is for you.Thank you Sponsor~ This episode is brought to you by Title Ease, a turnkey franchise solution to start your own title and closing company. Launch a new revenue stream, increase your enterprise value, and take control of your customers' transactions. Check them out at https://www.titleeasefranchise.com/ and meet them at the American Lending Conference, Oct 9–10 in Las Vegas. American Lending Conference -Oct 9-10, 2026 Las Vegashttps://www.americanlendingconference.com/
What if the fastest way to grow a real estate team wasn't generating more leads—but servicing someone else's clients at scale?Jason Mitchell built America's #1 real estate team by evolving past traditional agent thinking and creating a unique model based on trust, accountability, leadership development, centralized operations, and B2B partnerships.He welcomed us into JMG headquarters, gave us more than an hour of his time, and broke down how his team grew from hundreds of millions to more than $6 billion in annual sales production, 12,000 transactions, and more than 1,200 agents operating in 43 of the United States.Note: This is the first part of our two-part conversation. Sign up free to get alerted to part two and to get instant access to subscriber-only conversation with Jason on agent branding, client engagement, CRM, and more: https://realestateteamos.com/subscribeWatch or listen for Jason's insights into:How trust is built and its role in business growthThe benefit of tenure within the teamHow clarity about the future of the industry led him to start a teamDetails and structure of JMG's pioneering B2B business modelWhy uniformity and centralization are keys to success with referral partners at scaleBalancing deal flow and agent count in new and existing marketsFinding the right team leaders and brokerage owners to open new marketsTraining and onboarding programs for agents and team leadersIn the next episode, learn about when, why, and how he left sales production, how your role changes as a leader and operator, common mistakes team leaders and expansion teams make, keys to agent retention, and more!Connect with Jason Mitchell:→ https://www.instagram.com/jasonmitchell_jmg/→ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-mitchell-5a885a8/Connect with JMG:→ https://joinjmg.com/→ https://thejasonmitchellgroup.com/become-a-partner/Connect with Real Estate Team OS:→ https://www.realestateteamos.com→ https://linktr.ee/realestateteamos→ https://www.instagram.com/realestateteamos/
In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Troy Zander, Partner at Manatt, about the evolving private credit landscape, venture debt trends, and the upcoming Venture Debt Conference on April 16, 2026 in New York City. Troy shares insights on market headlines, client service, and what attendees can expect from this premier DealFlow event. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
If episode eight was about creating leverage and increasing deal flow, episode nine is about building the systems that keep deals from slipping through the cracks. In this episode of Storage Wins, Alex Pardo continues coaching Dan Wentzel as momentum begins to build. Dan now has multiple legitimate storage opportunities in his pipeline, and the conversation shifts from simply generating leads to managing them effectively. Alex walks Dan through the importance of having a clear lead intake process, a consistent follow-up system, and a structured way to track offers and key performance indicators. With several potential deals in motion, they break down how to organize opportunities, maintain momentum, and avoid letting promising leads fall apart due to lack of process. The episode also reinforces one of the biggest lessons of the season so far: repetition creates mastery. Just like athletes train through thousands of reps before game day, investors must repeat the same disciplined actions—calls, offers, follow-ups, and deal analysis—until the process becomes instinctive. ⸻ You'll Learn How To: Build a simple lead intake system so opportunities don't fall through the cracks Track offers, follow-ups, and key performance indicators effectively Use repetition to improve seller conversations and deal execution Create a weekly accountability rhythm to evaluate progress Organize multiple storage opportunities without losing focus Develop confidence through consistent execution and feedback ⸻ What You'll Learn in This Episode: [0:00] Dan now has four active storage opportunities in his pipeline [2:07] Why leads without systems quickly become chaos [2:29] The importance of tracking offers and key performance indicators [3:10] Building a structured lead intake process [6:00] Managing multiple storage opportunities at once [9:15] Why repetition builds confidence and decision-making speed [14:22] Using weekly reviews to evaluate progress and performance [18:10] How to prevent promising deals from slipping through the cracks [23:40] The value of structured follow-up with storage owners [31:08] Narrowing seller options to reduce decision fatigue [32:17] Why repetition leads to instinctive execution [33:19] Guiding sellers through the process instead of asking permission ⸻ Who This Episode Is For: Investors starting to generate deal flow but feeling overwhelmed by opportunities Listeners who struggle to stay organized with leads and follow-up Anyone unsure how to track offers and conversations effectively Operators who want to build systems that support consistent growth ⸻ Why You Should Listen: Finding deals is only half the battle. Without systems, even great opportunities can fall apart. This episode highlights the transition from hustling for deals to building a process that supports consistent progress. By creating simple systems for tracking leads, offers, and follow-ups, investors can stay organized, move faster, and increase the likelihood of turning opportunities into actual acquisitions. If you're starting to generate momentum but feel like things could slip through the cracks, this episode will help you build the structure needed to keep moving forward. Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25 Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/ ⸻ Have conversations with at least three storage owners, brokers, private lenders, or equity partners inside the Storage Wins Facebook Group. Join for free here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/
In today's RaiseMasters Radio episode, I sit down with Cory Harrelson to unpack what happens after you solve your capital problem and the next constraint becomes scaling the business itself. We talk about building systems, hiring key team members, and increasing deal flow to match investor demand. Tune in if you want to grow from scrappy operator to true business owner. Resources mentioned in the episode: Cory Harelson Website Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser's Edge. Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre
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Wanna work with us? Schedule a call here: https://go.oncehub.com/bookacall Free & Low-Cost Deal Flow Strategies for Hard Money Lenders - #330 Struggling to generate deals without breaking the bank? In this episode of the Private Lenders Podcast, Jason Balin and Chris Haddon share 18+ years of hands-on experience using low-cost and no-cost strategies to grow a hard money lending business. Learn how to: Build and leverage a high-converting database of leads Use online and offline marketing to capture attention Stay top-of-mind with borrowers through email, text, and social media Maximize your local advantage and close deals faster than institutional lenders Whether you're just starting out or looking to optimize your existing strategy, these actionable tips will help you generate consistent deal flow without overspending. ✅ Please like, subscribe, and share! ✅ Are you a new or experienced private lender or hard money lender? Join Jason Balin and Chris Haddon from Hard Money Bankers as they draw from their extensive experience running a successful hard money lending company since 2007. Tune in weekly with episodes related to all aspects of private lending. From discovering lucrative loan opportunities to securing private capital, effectively managing your loan portfolio, handling defaults, and much more, we've got you covered. ✔️ Tune in now and watch the full video podcast at www.privatelenderspodcast.com ✔️If you enjoyed this podcast we would appreciate a positive review... https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-lenders-podcast/id1476153070 ✔️Make sure to check out the #1 Online Community For New and Experienced Private and Hard Money Lenders.. Create your account at www.hardmoneymastermind.com FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL Get updates or reach out to Get updates on our Social Media Profiles! ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardmoneymastermind/ ✅ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardmoneymastermind
Are you still hunting for the elusive "silver bullet" investment, only to be met with "easy money" pitches and shiny object syndrome? Many new investors get stuck, either looking for a done-for-you solution that keeps them dependent on others or simply not knowing where to look.In today's conversation, the financial coaches break down the required skill sets to become a smart investor. The coaches also outline the three essential steps to achieve great deal flow. Stop passively waiting for a good deal. Learn practical frameworks, such as the investor buy box, that help you minimize losses and confidently say "no" to most deals that come your way.Top three things you will learn:-Why being a successful entrepreneur does not always make you a smart investor-How to become a "deal magnet" instead of hunting for deals-Three steps to becoming a smart investor with great deal flowDisclaimer: The opinions expressed on this podcast are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not constitute financial advice. Always consult a licensed professional for financial decisions.This episode is sponsored by a podcast show partner. We may receive compensation if you use links or services mentioned in this episode.The hosts may have a financial interest in the programs or services mentioned in this episode.