Teach First: Separate Education from Deal Requests

*** Guest Appearance

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https://www.youtube.com/@TheCREAMrealestate 

"How to raise private money without asking for money"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a58toe2v0oo 

Raising private money is often shrouded in misconception and apprehension. The intriguing podcast episode featuring Jay Conner, a seasoned expert in the field, hosted by Dave Payerchin and RJ Pepino, dismantles these barriers. Let’s delve into the wisdom shared on the transformative power of mindset, strategic approaches to capital raising, and the pivotal role of education in dominating the real estate market.

Mastering Mindset for Success

Jay Conner begins the conversation with an essential reality check – that the journey to successfully raising private money starts with owning the “real estate between your ears”. This metaphor encapsulates the fundamental idea that confidence, trust, credibility, and reliability are the cornerstones of exciting investment interest in potential partners. Jay stresses that one must exude these qualities from within to attract private lenders.

Central to this is the mindset transformation from viewing oneself as a supplicant, dependent on the whims of traditional banking avenues, to adopting a posture of partnership and opportunity sharing. As Jay reveals, “The power is in the questions.” Asking who within your network can assist with your funding needs opens the door to new possibilities – a strategy that proved invaluable when traditional banks turned down their requests in 2009.

The Educator’s Edge

Innovation often comes through the simplest shifts in approach, and this podcast shines a light on the importance of education in raising private capital. RJ Pepino encapsulates this with the poignant statement, “He who educates the market dominates the market.” Jay echoes this sentiment by emphasizing how crucial it is to become a private money teacher, rather than a salesperson.

By leading with a servant’s heart, an investor can subtly but powerfully distinguish themselves as experts and stewards of opportunity, sparking interest in potential partners. Jay Conner has entirely reframed conversations with private lenders by first educating them about the potential of private money, often before even bringing up a specific deal. This signature move removes the “stink” of desperation, instead focusing on the abundant possibilities available to investors and private lenders alike.

Key Strategies for Private Money Success

Jay articulates a vital strategy in capital raising: keeping investment discussions and deal presentations separately. This step is crucial in ensuring that discussions about opportunities remain educational, rather than transactional. By segregating these conversations, an investor positions themselves as a partner offering valuable knowledge, thus alleviating pressure and creating a natural entry point for later deal-specific discussions.

Moreover, he highlights the benefits of flexibility through tools such as self-directed IRAs, which many potential lenders are unfamiliar with. By leveraging these tools, investors can offer novel ways for partners to gain substantial returns, guided through each step by the investor's knowledge and experience.

Mindset and Success: The Symphony of Growth

Throughout the episode, Dave Payerchin and RJ Pepino passionately align with Jay Conner’s vision, reminding listeners that mindset is not just about how one views the world, but also how one positions oneself within it. By exercising gratitude and positivity, even seasoned investors can further their growth and prosperity. "Focus on what you are sowing and let what you reap take care of itself," is a powerful mantra of this mindset.