Discover how a former engineer turned $18,000 foreclosure flips into $18 million a year in investor funding.

In this episode of The Hero Capital Show, host Tim Mai sits down with Rick Bresler—founder and CEO of Katy Capital—to reveal the remarkable story behind his evolution from side-hustle flipper to one of Texas’ most trusted private lenders. Rick shares how he built lifelong relationships with investors, scaled his business through simple yet powerful “lunch and learn” sessions, and mastered the balance between deal flow and capital. Packed with lessons on trust, storytelling, and community-building, this episode is a masterclass for anyone looking to raise capital the right way and create long-term investor partnerships that last.

5 Key Takeaways:

1. Relationship Capital Wins: Rick emphasizes that lasting investor partnerships come from trust, transparency, and consistent communication—not hard selling.
2. Start with What You Know: His journey began with simple fix-and-flip projects and evolved into a multi-million-dollar lending operation by leveraging his own experience and network.
3. The Power of “Lunch and Learns”: Rick’s informal, story-driven presentations to coworkers helped him raise his first $4 million—proving that approachable education attracts serious investors.
4. Balancing Capital and Deal Flow: He shares how managing available funds versus investment opportunities is key to maintaining investor confidence and business stability.
5. Adapt and Diversify: From hard money lending to equity partnerships and syndications, Rick demonstrates the importance of diversifying both income streams and investment strategies.

About Tim Mai

Tim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.

He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.

He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares.

He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.

Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.

Connect with Tim
Website: Capital Raising Party
Facebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation
Instagram: @timmaicom
Twitter: @timmai
LinkedIn: Tim Mai
YouTube: Tim Mai

From building his first single-family portfolio in 2006 to acquiring over $700M in multifamily and single-family assets, Mathew Simmons shares how relentless focus, adaptability, and disciplined strategy shaped his journey to the top of real estate private equity.

In this episode, Mathew—founder and CEO of Sim Capital—dives into the evolution of his firm’s growth from small personal rentals to multi-asset funds exceeding $100M each. He unpacks the pros and cons of multi-asset versus single-asset syndications, how disciplined underwriting and conservative leverage protected his firm during volatile markets, and why he launched a thriving affordable housing fund during the downturn. Whether you’re an aspiring syndicator or seasoned investor, this conversation reveals a masterclass in scaling strategically, raising capital efficiently, and leading with vision through every cycle

5 Key Takeaways

1. From Single Family to Multifamily Mastery — Mathew explains how his journey evolved from small rentals to large-scale multifamily deals, fueled by lessons learned in affordable housing
   
   
2. The Power of Multi-Asset Funds — He breaks down why Sim Capital prefers diversified multi-asset structures for scalability and stability across markets
   
   
3. Raising Capital Through Trust — Mathew shares how building relationships and transparency helped him grow from $5M raises to $50M+ funds
   
   
4. Pivoting During Market Shifts — Instead of chasing overpriced assets during 2020–2022, his team focused on operational efficiency and launched a high-performing affordable housing fund
   
   
5. Mindset of Relentless Growth — Mathew reveals his internal drive for continuous progress and problem-solving, emphasizing that success in real estate comes from discipline, resilience, and never settling for “good enough”

About Tim Mai

Tim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.

He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.

He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares.

He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.

Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.

Connect with Tim
Website: Capital Raising Party
Facebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation
Instagram: @timmaicom
Twitter: @timmai
LinkedIn: Tim Mai
YouTube: Tim Mai

Discover how Anton Mattli of Peak Financing unpacks decades of wisdom from his global banking and real estate journey — from Zurich to New York to Dallas — revealing how he’s advised family offices and high-net-worth investors in deploying billions into commercial and multifamily assets.

Anton breaks down how the JOBS Act reshaped the syndication landscape, why institutional players weather downturns better than most, and how syndicators can still thrive by strengthening partnerships and structuring smarter deals. He also shares critical insights on today’s lending environment, the future of bridge loans, and the pros and cons of fund-of-fund models. This is a must-listen for serious investors looking to master the art of capital structure, syndication, and sustainable growth in today’s evolving real estate market.

5 Key Takeaways

1. How the JOBS Act Transformed Syndication – Anton explains how the JOBS Act opened the door for private placements, making syndication scalable and accessible to a broader investor base
   
   
2. Why Institutional Players Are More Resilient – Large institutional investors leverage lower debt ratios and stronger capital reserves, allowing them to withstand market corrections more effectively than smaller syndicators
   
   
3. The New Rules of Lending – Post-2022, lenders have become far more cautious, scrutinizing both sponsors and properties with greater rigor before extending loans or renewals
   
   
4. Common Pitfalls Among Syndicators – Many operators fell into the “extend and pretend” trap, relying on bridge loans and preferred equity to delay issues rather than strengthen fundamentals
   
   
5. Fund of Funds vs. Fund of Fund Managers – Anton details the risks of fund-of-fund models when due diligence is weak, cautioning investors to distinguish between true fund management and simple marketing plays

About Tim Mai

Tim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.

He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.

He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares.

He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.

Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.

Connect with Tim
Website: Capital Raising Party
Facebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation
Instagram: @timmaicom
Twitter: @timmai
LinkedIn: Tim Mai
YouTube: Tim Mai