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We map the 2026 capital raising landscape, explain why emerging managers have the edge, and lay out a practical 90-day plan to raise private capital with clarity and trust. Elevated rates, selective institutions, and cautious LPs create a lane for transparent, mission-driven operators.

• Elevated rates forcing disciplined underwriting
• LP trust rebuilding through consistent updates
• Institutional pullback creating private capital gaps
• Why hunger, transparency and tech are advantages
• Warm 25 outreach with genuine discovery
• Crafting a focused, credible investment thesis
• Building a simple investor pipeline and CRM
• Creating one signature credibility asset
• Setting concrete Q1 raise goals and metrics
• Diversify Wall Street as the guiding mission

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We break the myth that fundraising must scale from day one and show how trust, not efficiency, unlocks your first checks. Five unscalable moves teach you how to recruit investors personally, communicate relentlessly, solve concerns early, and then systematize.

• recruiting investors one by one through calls and coffee
• walking line items and properties in person to build confidence
• sending weekly updates and job site videos to show transparency
• writing handwritten thank you notes to deepen loyalty
• anticipating concerns with comps, schedules and references
• proving the model manually before building systems
• turning winning manual steps into light automation
• using a portal to track conversations and commitments at scale

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We share the FIRST framework to raise private money for fix and flips, then show the system that keeps deals, investors, and follow-ups organized. The result is a clean path from curiosity to commitment without pushy sales tactics or scattered spreadsheets.

• the $100k spread problem and capital gap
• foundation with deal clarity, terms, legal docs, one-pager
• invitation that sparks curiosity not pressure
• relationship building across multi-touch nurture
• ethical scarcity and the commitment ladder
• transformation for house, neighborhood, investor, you
• dashboards, automation, and Funflow OS overview
• free course, scripts, templates, follow-up cadences

If you want to check it out, links in the description. You can go ahead and grab 50% off your first two months down below, or use the code FIRE. I put together a free capital raising course that breaks down the entire framework, scripts, templates, follow-up cadences, everything. Links in the description. And if you're not subscribed yet, hit that button. Next week, I'm breaking down how the first framework works for syndications, bigger deals, more investors, different structures. You don't want to miss it.

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What happens when an “outsider” refuses the rules and builds his own lane inside Silicon Valley’s most competitive ecosystem? We sit down with Gabriel Jorison, founder of Lobster Capital, to trace the leap from Paris to San Francisco, the years of founder grind, and the playbook that turned a small fund into one of the most trusted names around Y Combinator.

Gabe pulls back the curtain on why he focused exclusively on YC, how he earned access without alumni status, and why a traction-first thesis beats pedigree and hype. We explore his decision to launch the largest independent media brand covering YC, the way consistent storytelling compounds into founder trust, and how that trust converts into allocations at the top of each batch. He also shares the art of saying no—declining buzzy deals when retention, acquisition quality, or revenue momentum don’t hold up—even when FOMO is loud.

We get candid about AI. Gabe explains why he initially avoided “wrapper” plays, what changed his mind, and why not using AI today is a red flag. Expect a sharp view on moats: models are engines you can swap, but the real defensibility sits in brand, distribution, UX, and proprietary data. For operators and emerging managers, he details fund mechanics, standard 2-and-20 structure, timelines, and real paths to liquidity through secondaries. For founders, he lays out the practical help Lobster brings beyond capital, from pattern-matching across 100+ YC startups to hands-on media and distribution support.

You’ll come away with a clear set of principles: go where the density of talent is highest, measure teams by traction, build a media flywheel, and stay humble enough to change your mind fast. If that sparks your next move, subscribe, share this with a friend who needs it, and leave a quick review so we can keep bringing you the most actionable conversations in venture.

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A tuna sandwich, a casual “Put me down for 100,” and the dam finally breaks. We follow Stephen Schwarzman from 488 rejections to the $100M anchor commitment that unlocked Blackstone’s first fund and set the stage for one of the most dominant investing platforms on earth. This is a story about grit, but it’s also a playbook: secure social proof, solve LP problems, and build processes that turn momentum into durable scale.

We dive into the early Wall Street lessons that shaped his philosophy—own the upside, don’t just earn the fee—and the Transtar deal that proved the power of creative financing and operational improvement. Then we pivot to real estate, where bidding to win (and improving post-close) beat the false comfort of the cheapest price. The EOP megadeal becomes a masterclass in de-risking: buy big, sell fast, and use scale as your moat. Along the way we unpack culture—information obsession, rigorous debate, and downside protection—and how diversification across private equity, real estate, credit, and hedge strategies created a resilient earnings engine.

We don’t dodge the hard parts: outsized pay optics, political backlash, and the scrutiny that comes with influence. But the enduring takeaway is trust. Anchor investors create momentum; consistent delivery cements it. If you’re raising a first or next fund, you’ll hear practical tactics on sequencing anchors, aligning with LP strategy, and building systems that automate outreach and reporting so you can focus on judgment. Aim big, recruit tens, and play for decades, not quarters.

If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who’s fundraising right now, and leave a quick review—it helps more builders find these stories and turn hard-won lessons into action.

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The ground is shifting. Operators who keep chasing checks one property at a time are getting lapped by managers who design real funds, align with the right investors, and move capital with intention. We break down a clear, repeatable path to launch a real estate fund in 2026 using a design, build, raise, and launch framework that turns scattered deals into a disciplined investment machine.

We start with design: choose the right fund type and write a thesis investors can believe in. Fix and flip funds promise velocity and frequent distributions if you can keep a reliable pipeline and underwrite conservatively. Debt funds deliver steady, “mailbox money” income by lending at prudent LTVs with strong collateral and first-position protections. Multifamily builds long-term wealth through cash flow, tax benefits, and thoughtful exit planning, judged by cap rates, cash-on-cash return, and IRR over the hold period. You’ll hear how to communicate these metrics so LPs know how often they get paid, how safe their principal is, and what upside they can expect.

Then we build: a professional GP–LP structure, real fund documents, and compliance choices like 506(b) versus 506(c). Fix and flip funds need language for short-term capital recycling; debt funds need fortress lender rights; multifamily needs clean waterfalls and fair splits. We also cover fund admin, banking, and distribution processes so your back office earns as much trust as your pitch deck.

Finally, we raise and launch with intention. Anchor investors first. Clear targets for assets, returns, and structure. Soft commitments before final docs, immediate deployment once ready, and transparent reporting from day one. Whether you’re selling speed, safety, or long-term upside, the key is fit—three to five aligned LPs will outperform a hundred lukewarm prospects. Ready to stop chasing money and start running a fund with real systems and compliance? Subscribe, share this with a partner, and leave a review telling us which fund type you’re building next.

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A bidding war doesn’t always go to the highest number. Sometimes it goes to the strongest character. That’s the heart of our conversation with Joe of Cowboy Capital, a fund manager who grew up ranching, learned that a handshake is a contract, and used those values to win one of the best deals in Missoula without chasing last‑minute offers.

We trace Joe’s path from training horses and driving semis to stabilizing tough assets and building a local edge across Idaho, Montana, and Utah. He breaks down why proximity beats out-of-state speculation, how speed solves operational risk, and the discipline required to underwrite without “hope” baked into future cap rates. The Missoula story says it all: first to tour, real nonrefundable money, and the courage to hold firm when a higher bid appeared. That stance earned the seller’s trust and the deal.

Joe also lifts the curtain on investor communications that actually build loyalty: monthly KPI dashboards, full property management reports, construction budgets, and a YouTube channel for visual progress. He explains how radical transparency during a tough Utah project led to deeper relationships and larger checks, culminating in seven‑figure commitments and a streamlined LP base. We dig into his fund-of-funds strategy too—why backing elite operators accelerates learning, how he diligences monthly reports like it’s a new deal, and what he’s seeing in today’s market, from distress to special servicing opportunities.

The conversation expands beyond multifamily. Joe shares the story behind Tiny’s Tribe, the nonprofit founded after he lost his brother and grandmother in a car accident. The mission: support families through financial help, food security, home modifications, and mindset coaching so they emerge stronger. Looking ahead, he’s adding alternatives—oil and gas, storage, mobile home parks, and venture—to help investors diversify with a family-office mindset while Cowboy Capital keeps executing where it has an edge.

If you’re serious about raising capital with integrity, building local advantage, and communicating like a pro, this one will give you a working playbook. Subscribe, share with a friend who raises capital, and leave a quick review so we can bring more operators and more hard-won lessons to your feed.

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Navigating the regulatory maze of investment fund compliance doesn't have to be overwhelming. In this eye-opening breakdown, I tackle one of the most confusing aspects of raising capital: understanding the critical differences between 506B and 506C offerings.

Think of 506B as a private dinner party – you're limited to raising from people you know, with no public advertising allowed. While you can include up to 35 non-accredited investors alongside unlimited accredited ones, you're relying solely on pre-existing relationships. The benefit? A simpler process with less verification hassle. The downside? Severely restricted marketing reach.

On the flip side, 506C is your public concert – advertise freely across social media, run ads, and market openly to the estimated 10 million accredited investors in the US. The catch? You can only accept accredited investors who must verify their status through tax returns, financial statements, or third-party letters. Modern platforms like Funflow make this verification process smoother, but it's still an additional step that can sometimes slow down capital inflow.

I reveal a powerful strategy many successful fund managers use: starting with 506B to bring in family and close investors (including non-accredited ones), then temporarily closing subscriptions before reopening as a 506C to scale publicly. Just remember – compliance isn't optional. File your Form D, stick to the rules of your chosen exemption, and build your fundraising approach on a legally sound foundation. Whether you're leveraging existing relationships or building a marketing machine to attract new investors, choosing the right regulatory path can make all the difference between frustration and fundraising success.

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