In this episode of RaiseMasters Radio from the archive, I sit down with Kent Leach, a key member of our RaiseMasters community, to explore innovative marketing strategies for booking investor calls.

Kent shares insights on his customizable fund approach, positioning himself as an advocate for retail investors, and the crucial role of due diligence in today's market. We also dive into Kent's unique Facebook ad strategy, focusing on creating engaging video content to build a warm audience and increase investor engagement.

Don't miss this episode if you're looking to scale your private equity business with effective marketing tactics.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

• Kent Leach

Website: Smart A Investors

Website: Hickory Creek Capital Partners

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.

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In today’s RaiseMasters Radio episode from the archive, 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:

1. Cory Harelson

Website

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.

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In today’s RaiseMasters Radio episode from the archive, Adam is joined by orthopedic surgeon and real estate investor Kimberly Workman, who shares how she built a $10 million capital-raising business while managing a demanding medical career.

We discuss how she turned the challenges of COVID into motivation to create financial freedom, the power of partnerships, and how AI is helping her scale even further.

Tune in to hear how Kimberly balances medicine, family, and investing, all while helping others achieve the same freedom.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Kimberly Workman

LinkedIn

Instagram

Email

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

In today's RaiseMasters Radio episode, I sit down with CPA James Bohan to break down some of the biggest tax and accounting nuances real estate investors need to understand.

We discuss how entity structure can impact your ability to use losses, the limitations around depreciation, and why seemingly small tax decisions can have major financial consequences.

Tune in if you want to better understand how smart tax planning fits into your real estate strategy.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. James Bohan

Email

RaisingCapital.com

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.  

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In today’s RaiseMasters Radio episode from the archive, Adam is joined by Tom Schmidt of Ticker Tape Investments. We dig into how he and his partner, Rita, consistently convert cold leads into committed investors using one powerful strategy: live, in-person luncheons.

Tom shares how persistence, travel, and a smart qualification process have transformed their event attendance and capital-raising results.

Tune in to learn how his background in law and business shaped the fund-to-fund model they run today and how you can apply these same tactics to scale your investor base.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Tom Schmidt

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

In today's RaiseMasters Radio episode, I sit down with Vibha to discuss her decision to leave her W-2 and go all-in on Relik Capital Group.

We break down how better sales skills, investor conversations, and repeatable capital-raising systems helped grow their pipeline to $14 million and gave her the confidence to make the leap.

Tune in if you want to build the systems and confidence to take your business to the next level.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Vibha Salgamay

Website

Instagram

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.  

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In today’s RaiseMasters Radio episode from the archive, Pat sits down with Chirag Chaudhari to break down how simple video messages and genuine relationship-building helped him unlock massive momentum and raise millions faster.

They talk about trust, consistency, and why personal connection beats automation when it comes to capital raising.

Tune in if you want a simple, human way to stand out and get investors responding again.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Chirag Chaudhari

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

In today's RaiseMasters Radio episode, I sit down with Philip and Gisele to break down how they went from zero to raising $1 million in just 28 days for their first outside-investor development deal.

We talk about the pressure they were under, the small changes that helped them re-engage their network, build confidence, and turn conversations into commitments.

Tune in to hear how focused execution helped them get the raise across the finish line.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Top Florida Homes 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

       

In today’s RaiseMasters Radio episode, Pat sits down with Craig McGrouther to break down how smarter debt, lower leverage, and exit-first thinking are reshaping multifamily investing in this cycle.

They talk about avoiding capital calls, protecting cash flow, and building deals that work even when the market doesn’t.

Tune in if you want a more resilient way to structure real estate investments.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Craig McGrouther

Website

Email

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

In today's RaiseMasters Radio episode, I sit down with Jesse Di Lillo to unpack the lessons he’s learned from placing roughly $70 million in investor equity and helping hundreds of capital raisers.

We discuss the systems, follow-up strategies, and consistent actions that are working right now to get more investor conversations and dollars in the door.

Tune in if you want to turn capital raising into a repeatable process instead of a last-minute scramble.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

RaisingCapital.com 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

       

In today's RaiseMasters Radio episode, I sit down with Tyler Lyons to break down a new multifamily opportunity we’re pursuing at Asym Capital.

We discuss how patience and a hyper-focused strategy led us back to a deal we walked away from two years ago, now at a significantly lower price, and why we believe operational improvements can unlock substantial value without a heavy renovation.

Tune in if you want to hear how we think about finding asymmetric opportunities in today’s multifamily market.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Check The Deal Out

Tyler's Email: [email protected]

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