The Raising Capital Show

In this episode, Kim Kaase, an accomplished corporate professional turned seasoned coach and mentor, shares her transformative journey from corporate burnout to finding peace and success through self-trust and curiosity. Kim discusses how she learned to navigate life's challenges by understanding the role of thought in shaping our experiences. She highlights the importance of deep listening, letti...

In this episode, Yakov delves into the question of whether capital raising can and should be outsourced. He explores the reasons why individuals may consider outsourcing capital raising before discussing the pitfalls of outsourcing to marketing agencies, advocating for skilling up, effective delegation, and tracking progress instead. Tune in to learn effective insights on implementing delegation i...

In this episode, Yakov sits down with Vinki Loomba, CEO of Loomba Investment Group and fund manager for Loomba Capital Partners. Vinki shares her journey from IT and academia to becoming a leading voice in commercial real estate investments, particularly in passive investment in multifamily assets. She has aspirations of turning her $20 million fund into a $100 million fund along with impacting 1...

In this episode, Yakov delves into the common issue of investor commitment and explores strategies to overcome it. He shares personal experiences from a recent trip to Las Vegas, highlighting the importance of perception versus reality, a concept relevant to both capital raising and everyday life. He challenges the prevailing belief that raising capital is now more difficult and offers insights in...

In this episode, we delve into the journey of Jason Ballara, CEO and Co-Founder of Lark Capital Group, from veterinary surgery to real estate investment. Jason shares the challenges and paradigm shifts he faced coming from a profession with a high aversion to risk and a lack of financial literacy. He also discusses how he built confidence in the capital raising field even though talking about mone...

In this episode, we explore the popular concept of "Who Not How" as discussed in the book co-authored by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy. While the idea of leveraging others to achieve goals sounds appealing, there are nuances and misunderstandings that can lead to unexpected hurdles. In efforts to help you avoid hiring blunders, Yakov Smart shares insights from his extensive personal experien...

In this episode, Yakov reflects on some important capital raising tools that can also be the biggest sources of procrastination and results you don't want. Building your business around websites, CRMs, and The Mirror Effect, can create strong first impressions and allow you to tailor your messaging/outreach to attract the ideal investors, but having a hyper focus on optimizing these tools can real...

Welcome back to another episode! Today's show is going to be a bit different—it's a solo episode where we dive into 10 hot takes that are not only relevant to capital raising but also to various aspects of life. Some of these topics may give you an emotional response but our aim here is to give some food for thought that will hopefully shift your perspective, inspiring you to create meaningful res...

This episode is for anyone who feels like they're under construction – in a growth period, if you will. We're talking about a powerful capital raising tool that most capital raisers are not taking advantage of.  Influencer marketing is often overlooked in this field, yet there's huge opportunity there. First, we need to redefine the term "influencer" as it applies to more than what our first thoug...

In this episode, Randy Langenderfer, founder of InvestArk, shares his journey from corporate life to full-time real estate investing. With a meticulous approach, Randy transitioned strategically, focusing on multifamily properties. With over $6 million raised across six deals, he emphasizes the importance of education, networking, and building trusted partnerships in the industry. Randy's insights...

In this special episode, Yakov delves into his firsthand experience at the 2024 Social Media Marketing World Event in San Diego, sharing transferable capital raising insights from a range of people including Gen-Zers and the marketing director of a successful casino. Yakov also dives into how to get the most out of conferences without burning out before going deep on the 5 biggest takeaways from t...

In this episode, we're joined by Shane Carter, President and CEO of Hampshire Capital, to talk about how his early fascination with real estate led him down the path of prosperity and spirituality. He walks us through some of the lessons he's learned from early failures and how his passion for capital raising allowed him to remain encouraged and realize longevity. Shane dives deeper into his medit...

In this episode, Yakov addresses three crucial questions on capital raising pertaining to finding investors, building credibility, and optimizing time. He emphasizes the importance of multifaceted strategic planning, crafting compelling narratives, leveraging social proof and shifting focus from time management to time leverage. For each of the three questions, he offers actionable guidance for ac...

In this episode, Chris Price, CEO and Co-Founder of Red Fox Multifamily, shares his journey from being a passive investor to an active capital raiser in the real estate industry. He emphasizes the importance of taking action and investing in self-education to accelerate growth.  Chris highlights key strategies for success, including leveraging relationships, investing in self-education programs an...

In this episode, Yakov delves into the world of effective communication for capital raisers, focusing on the power of words to stand out to investors. This episode addresses the common question in capital raising: "What do I say to investors?" He provides insights into crafting catchy messaging that resonates with investors and offers a unique perspective on standing out from the crowd.   Key Take...

In this episode, we introduce a new framework for success in capital raising that can apply to any areas of life where you want to grow. It starts with a compelling vision, emphasizing emotional depth followed by identify the gaps hindering your progress. This system highlights practical steps to work through bridging these gaps and unlock your full potential.   Key Takeaways:   Importance of craf...

In this episode, we delve into the concept of disruption in the capital raising game, emphasizing the need for innovation in a space dominated by copycat strategies. Your host Yakov explores three key areas ripe for disruption: investor relations, content marketing, and lead generation.   Key Takeaways: Sales processes emphasizing trust and rapport are essential How overconfidence and one-shot clo...

In this episode, Yakov emphasizes the importance of planning for capital raising success in 2024. He dives deep into how to execute key concepts like maximizing current assets, defining ideal investors, selecting strategic lead sources, and setting implementation timelines.   Because, if you're not planning, you're planning to fail. Key Takeaways: Taking stock of your current assets How to achieve...

In this episode, Yakov talks about the release of his new book, "Attracting Investors: How to Establish Credibility and Find Passive Investors So You Can Raise More Capital." He gives a behind-the-scenes look at the writing and promotion process, its key concepts, and the journey to publishing it.  The episode also highlights five (of many more) key concepts found in the book, such as the Deal-Rea...

This episode features Amish Munshi, Founder of RERX Fund and Capital, a seasoned professional with extensive experience in consulting, particularly within real estate and technology. Amish discusses his background, expertise, and the innovative strategies he employs in the real estate debt investing space to help individuals retire with confidence and generate consistent cash flow. Amish emphasize...

In this closing episode for 2023, Yakov dives deep into the concept of manipulation–exploring its connection to raising capital, Ponzi schemes, and effective communication with investors. While examining notorious Ponzi schemes like Bernie Madoff's and a recent wine investment scandal, the discussion delves into the nuanced territory of influencing others, emphasizing the importance of intentional...

In this holiday episode, Yakov starts by reflecting on his experiences of having a birthday on Christmas Day. Then he dives into the top 5 biggest lessons he's learned from 2023 that are most relevant to you and your capital raising journey. This episode encapsulates the importance of understanding personnel roles, building relationships in business, nurturing creativity, optimizing processes thro...

In this episode, our guest, Trevor McGregor, brings a wealth of experience as a former real estate professional turned Master Platinum Coach. Trevor shares his journey from losing it all to becoming a huge success building his real estate portfolio to working closely with Tony Robbins as a coach. He shares many stories which offer valuable insights into overcoming adversity and finding the spark t...

In this episode, Yakov reflects on the process of writing his next book and the personal growth experienced between publishing ventures. The focus then pivots to the main topic–a capital raising framework called F.A.T.E. This concept uncovers the key stages on the road to investor attraction and retention.   Key Takeaways: The strategic placement involved in finding investors Attracting investors...

In today's episode, we had Matt Mendez, the Founder and CEO of Cross Corner Capital, as our guest. Matt shared the key moments of inspiration that led him on his journey from a 9-5 to building a real estate syndication business. His faith in Christ is the foundation of his business, which aims to conduct fair, honest, and respectful real estate transactions.   Key Takeaways: What led Matt to creat...