
Raising Private Money with Jay Conner
Are you a real estate investor who’s tired of missing out on deals because you don’t have the money to fund them? Maybe you’re just starting in real estate, overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice, and wondering how to break through. Or you’ve done a few deals, but your business feels more like a hobby than a reliable source of income. If you’re struggling to take your real estate business to the next level, this show is for you.Welcome to The Private Money Show with Jay Conner, where we cut through the noise to give you the truth about real estate investing—and the tools you need to succeed. Most investors lose out on 87% of real estate deals simply because they don’t have access to the money to fund them. But what if you could change that? What if you could fund every deal you wanted, eliminate your competition, and grow your business faster than you ever thought possible?Each week, Jay Conner—the Private Money Authority—shares exactly how to raise private money to fund your deals, close more opportunities, and build a thriving, consistent real estate business. Jay has been in the trenches of real estate investing full-time since 2003, and he’s still doing it every day. He knows what works, what doesn’t, and how to help you stop chasing bad advice from so-called “gurus” who haven’t done a deal in years.In every episode, you’ll learn:How to find and raise private money to fund your real estate deals on YOUR terms (no banks, no hard money lenders).Strategies for creating consistent deal flow and turning your investing business into a reliable source of income.How to structure deals with private lenders and create win-win relationships that benefit everyone involved.Real-world, step-by-step advice from investors who’ve been where you are and completely changed their game using private money.This isn’t theory or fluff. It’s the real deal. Jay and his guests break down real-world deals, showing you the numbers, the challenges, and the solutions, so you can see how to apply these lessons to your own business. Whether you’re brand new to real estate, struggling to find consistency, or a seasoned investor looking to scale, this show is your blueprint for success.Why Listen to This Show? Because it’s not just about making money—it’s about building something bigger than yourself. Jay believes real estate is a tool not only to create wealth but also to make an impact. This show is for real estate investors who want to leave a legacy, help others, and give back to their communities. It’s for people who know that success isn’t just about the bottom line—it’s about what you do with it.If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels, stop missing out on deals, and start building a business that gives you freedom and fulfillment, you’ve found your tribe. Imagine what your life could look like with unlimited access to private money. Imagine the deals you could close, the income you could create, and the impact you could make—not just for yourself, but for others.This is your moment. This is the Private Money Show.Tune in now, and let’s get started.
Latest episodes

Nov 28, 2022 • 31min
The Fastest Way to Raise Money...Even if You've Never Raised Private Money Before
Dan Lesniak is joining us today to talk about raising Private Money and real estate investing. He’s been a real estate investor since he was 23 back in 2011; now, he has raised $15 million in Private Money and transacted over 300 single-family houses! Listen in as we discuss everything between the everchanging real estate market, Dan’s career, and the methods he has used to build his success.Key Takeaways:How Dan raised a lot of Private Money fast.On what real estate investing is like without Private MoneyCreating win-win scenarios with Private MoneyDan’s favorite strategies for raising Private MoneyHow you can start educating yourself about Private Money.Challenges in the current real estate market.Dan’s hyperfast and hyperlocal real estate strategy.Check out my book: 7 Reasons Why Private Money Will Skyrocket Your Real Estate Business and Help You Build Incredible Wealth!Get it here for FREE: www.jayconner.com/moneyguideConnect with Dan:Website for Real Estate Agents: www.hyperfastagent.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedanlesniakTwitter: https://twitter.com/thedanlesniakLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danlesniakInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedanlesniak/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChBSJV0ZmlokVPS5BrX-6kATiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danlesniakDan’s Website: www.danlesniak.comDan’s Podcast: www.hyperfastpodcast.com

Nov 24, 2022 • 36min
How Harriet Left Wall Street and Raised $4 Million In Real Estate
Our guest today is Harriet Baldwin, a financial analyst for American Capital LLC. She has more than 15 years of experience in the real estate investing space, including ten years as head of her own company and another 15 years of experience in Wall Street as a sell-side equity analyst.Harriet is the epitome of an industry veteran, boasting an extensive portfolio and having raised millions of dollars in Private Money—she’s been doing it longer than me! So there’s no doubt there will be a lot of insights and knowledge for you to glean to improve your investing journey.Tune in as we discuss her story, career, and why you should start raising Private Money.Key Takeaways:On getting “stuck” and how she and her company grew through it.How individuals can get into private lending using their retirement account.The benefits and returns from using retirement funds to become a Private Lender in real estate.Harriet and her company’s Private Money strategy.How individuals can work with Harriet and Stu.Advice for people who want to become Private Lenders.Tips for real estate investors who are looking for Private Lenders.Check out my book: 7 Reasons Why Private Money Will Skyrocket Your Real Estate Business and Help You Build Incredible Wealth!Get it here for FREE: www.jayconner.com/moneyguideConnect with Harriet:Website: https://www.myownhomest.org/

Nov 21, 2022 • 31min
Is Private Money Drying Up In Today's Chaotic Markets?
We’re currently seeing fluctuations in the real estate market that may cause reasonable worry. Could this be a big investment opportunity? What does this mean for Private Money? Today we’re pointing our scopes over today’s real estate situation with our guest James Prendamano. A seasoned investor, CEO, and entrepreneur, James is the ideal individual to help give you some insight on how to navigate the chaotic market and come out the other side winning.Catch the full discussion on this episode of Raising Private Money.Key Takeaways:How James finds private lenders.Private Money and the freedom of setting your own terms.The impact of Private Money on James’s businesses.James’s advice on how to start raising Private Money.The current trajectory of the real estate market and how to navigate it.Private Money and the current market.Check out my book: 7 Reasons Why Private Money Will Skyrocket Your Real Estate Business and Help You Build Incredible Wealth!Get it here for FREE: www.jayconner.com/moneyguideConnect with James and get a copy of his books:Website: https://www.jamesprendamano.com/Podcast: www.prereal.comEmail: James@PreReal.comOffice Phone Number: 718-200-7799

Nov 17, 2022 • 33min
Building Wealth through Real Estate Syndication Deals
One of the many advantages of being a real estate investor is that it gives you freedom over your time. For today's guest, she intends to use this freedom to spend more time with her family and be present at her kids' every milestone.Aileen Prak is a real estate investor and the co-founder of Bonavest Capital. She focuses on investing in syndications across the country and hosting her own podcast and has significant experience managing financial budgets for large projects in the aerospace industry.Always committed to sharing her knowledge, Aileen drops by to talk about private money, financial freedom, and multifamily syndications. Tune in!Key Takeaways:Why you should do your due diligence on sponsors.What are real estate syndications, how do they work, and what are the benefits of investing in them?Multifamily syndication investing.Entry cost for and how to start investing in real estate investigations.How private money has impacted Aileen’s life and business.What private lenders should look out for before investing in syndication.Check out my book: 7 Reasons Why Private Money Will Skyrocket Your Real Estate Business and Help You Build Incredible Wealth!Get it here for FREE: www.jayconner.com/moneyguideConnect with Aileen and get a copy of her books:Website: www.bonavestcapital.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aileen-prak-539659140/Instagram: @howdidtheydoit.realestate

Nov 14, 2022 • 36min
How to Find the Best Sources of Cash for Your Real Estate Deals
Derek Dombeck is a real estate investor, investing coach, co-owner of Best REI Funding, and founder of Central Wisconsin Real Estate Investors Association which later merged with WiscoREIA. He started navigating the industry by flipping houses and has also dipped his toes in wholesaling, land-lording, and creative deal structuring.Derek stands out not just because of his gifts of negotiation and problem-solving, but also because of his passion for giving people the opportunity to succeed. He teaches other investors and hosts three national mastermind groups called REI Circle of Trust.Don’t miss this chance to partake in his wealth of knowledge. Tune in as we discuss everything between his history, experiences, and raising Private Money.Key Takeaways:Derek on starting in real estate and discovering Private Money.Private Lenders are non-institutional.How Private Money impacted Derek’s business.Finding private lenders through local RIAs and referrals.Can you invest in Wisconsin without being based thereWhat are accredited, investors?What is a no-hassles policy?The real estate market in 6 months.What Derek would do differently if he starts over in business.Check out my book: 7 Reasons Why Private Money Will Skyrocket Your Real Estate Business and Help You Build Incredible Wealth!Get it here for FREE: www.jayconner.com/moneyguideConnect with Derek and get a copy of his books:Email: derek@bestreifunding.com (let him know you came from here!)Learn more about his conference: www.gowvoyage.com

Nov 10, 2022 • 30min
Long Distance Real Estate Investing - Real Estate Investing Minus the Bank
Glen Sutherland is a real estate investor from Ontario, Canada, who invests virtually here in the United States. Initially purchasing ‘buy and hold’ rental real estate in his country, Glen has since expanded his business virtually south of the border. Glen takes a very strategic approach to his investing. He diversifies where he sources his money and backs his decisions with heavy research on favorable laws and lower property taxes, eventually leading him to take advantage of the lower entry cost for investing in the U.S.Glen has an expansive toolkit to supplement his investments, one of which is using Private Money. Learn more about it here.Key Takeaways:Diversifying your funding sources with Private Money.Why Glen started using Private Money.On finding his first Private Lender. Glen’s most effective method for raising Private Money.How raising Private Money affords investors confidence.The benefits of Private Money over Hard Money.On virtual real estate investing.How to build a virtual real estate investing team.Check out my book: 7 Reasons Why Private Money Will Skyrocket Your Real Estate Business and Help You Build Incredible Wealth!Get it here for FREE: www.jayconner.com/moneyguideConnect with Glen:Website: www.glensutherland.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6ziyJJ3qwd_lG9riF-5BhQEmail: glen@glensutherland.com

Nov 7, 2022 • 32min
How Private Money Led to 5x Growth in this 28-Year-Old's Real Estate Business
Many real estate investors start their careers with the misconception that hard money–or loans from banks and other financial institutions–is the only way to fund their deals. It was no different for today's guest.He began as a wholesaler, then got into real estate investing, building a great career to the point that a private individual offered him to fund his next deal. Before long, he started using these loans from private individuals, eventually growing the success of his business by five times. Joining us today to share more of his story is William Denis, the founder of the real estate investment company FREA LLC, also known as Willy Numbers for his skill in analyzing deals. Tune in!Key Takeaways:Will’s introduction to Private Money.Will’s investment business before Private Money.The difference between Hard Money Lenders and Private Money Lenders for Will.Will’s rule of thumb when using Private Money.Private Money in the days of COVID-19.Will’s method of analyzing deals and how it stands out from others.What’s changing in the marketCheck out my book: 7 Reasons Why Private Money Will Skyrocket Your Real Estate Business and Help You Build Incredible Wealth!Get it here for FREE: www.jayconner.com/moneyguideConnect with Will:Website: www.willynumbers.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/willynumbersInstagram: https://instagram.com/willynumbersTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@willynumbers

Nov 3, 2022 • 31min
Chaos Or Opportunity: Which Will It Be In 2023?
Today’s guest is Tim Herriage, the Executive Director at RCN Capital and host of The Uncontested Investing Show. Tim is a leading figure in real estate investment and an experienced entrepreneur–possessing a great portfolio and six companies under his belt by age 40. Tim is an active investor who has routinely used Private Money, investing in over 2000 houses and 1500 apartment units. He joins us today to share his methods and his insights on the near future of the real estate market.Listen to the discussion in this episode of Private Money Academy.Key Takeaways:Tim’s career before and after using Private Money.Tim’s introduction to Private Money.The role of Trust in raising Private Money.Where to find Private Lenders.Why should you use Private Money even when you have the means to finance your own investments?On the state of the real estate market and its near future.Check out my book: 7 Reasons Why Private Money Will Skyrocket Your Real Estate Business and Help You Build Incredible Wealth!Get it here for FREE: www.jayconner.com/moneyguideConnect with Tim:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timherriage/Twitter: https://twitter.com/timherriageFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/timherriage/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/herriage/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/timherriageTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timherriageBusiness Website: www.RCNCapital.comBlog: https://timherriage.com/

Oct 31, 2022 • 30min
Are You House Rich But Cash Poor?
Today’s guest is Matthew Sullivan, the CEO, and Founder of QuantmRE. The company gives homeowners the opportunity to use their home equity without incurring more debt. With this model, Matthew has helped many alleviate financial burdens by letting them access their existing wealth.Matthew is inarguably one of the best people to discuss our topic for the episode–being “house-rich” but remaining “cash-poor.” He talks about raising Private Money and using Home Equity Contracts to address financial needs. Tune in!Key Takeaways:Matthew on raising Private Money and what he uses them for.What it means to be 'House Rich and Cash Poor.' What are Home Equity Contracts, how do they work, and why haven’t we heard of them before? The differences between a Home Equity Contract and a mortgage.Home Equity Contract: reasons, risks, and returns Could Home Equity Contracts be the next biggest real estate asset class?Check out my book: 7 Reasons Why Private Money Will Skyrocket Your Real Estate Business and Help You Build Incredible Wealth!Get it here for FREE: www.jayconner.com/moneyguideReach Matthew and QuantmRE:Email: msullivan@quantmre.comNumber: (949) 873-4098Business Website: www.QuantmRE.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/quantmreLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattsullivanco/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Quantm.one/

Oct 27, 2022 • 24min
How Steve Szumigale Raised $225,000 In Private Money In 83 Days
Steve Szumigale, dubbed “Real Estate Steve”, has been in the real estate industry for more than a decade, with experience as both investor and award-winning realtor. With the use of his business expertise gained both from education and experience, Steve started his own company, Freedom Sky Real Estate. When Steve first started his investment journey, he didn’t know there was any other way to finance his deals but through banks. After Private Money, has raised millions with the help of investors, effectively enhancing his success into new levels. Tune in to the discussion in this episode of Private Money Academy.Key Takeaways:Using private money to invest in no-money-down real estate.The Cardinal Rule: Always borrow more than you need.The unlimited opportunities to invest using private money.On Steve’s personal method of raising private money.Hard money lending versus private money lending.The other benefits of using private moneySteve’s advice for people who want to raise private money.Check out my book: 7 Reasons Why Private Money Will Skyrocket Your Real Estate Business and Help You Build Incredible Wealth!Get it here for FREE: www.jayconner.com/moneyguide
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