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.
Raising Private Money with Jay Conner
Building Wealth in Real Estate Through Private Lending and CRM Tools with Brandon Richards
If you’re a real estate investor who’s tired of losing out on deals because of slow funding, chasing banks, or getting bogged down in spreadsheets, there’s good news: technology is catching up to your needs.
On a recent episode of the “Raising Private Money” podcast, Jay Conner sat down with Brandon Richards, an active real estate investor and the CEO behind Deal Manager Pro, to dive into private money, scaling a real estate business, and using tools like CRM software to streamline and scale.
Raising Private Money: More Freedom, Less Friction
The episode opens with a bold question: What would your business look like if money were never the problem?
Brandon Richards is living proof that this is possible. In his career, Brandon has raised over $15 million in private money—meaning funds raised from individual investors, not banks or institutions. Private money, as Jay and Brandon both pointed out, allows regular people—often your friends, colleagues, or even social media followers—to invest directly in your deals, typically with better terms and less red tape than a traditional lender.
The process is straightforward, especially when you use systems that handle the heavy lifting. Brandon shared that documenting deals correctly, securing investments with real estate (using promissory notes and deeds of trust), and building trust are key to attracting and retaining private lenders. After a few successful deals, investors often don’t want their money back—they want you to keep it working, compounding your ability to scale.
Attracting Private Lenders: The Power of Being Visible
One of the big takeaways from Brandon’s journey: He doesn’t chase money, he attracts it. By sharing real stories—selfie videos at project sites, walk-throughs, before-and-after shots, and deal breakdowns—Brandon has built a following of individuals interested in investing passively in his projects. These posts aren’t high-gloss marketing campaigns. They’re organic, candid, and relatable—more like a “day-in-the-life” than a commercial.
A simple call to action in his stories—“If you want to talk money, DM me”—is all it takes to get the conversation started. His focus isn’t on begging or selling, but on educating and showing the journey. And it works.
Scaling Up: You Can’t Do It Alone
As Brandon’s business grew, he quickly saw the need to remove himself from the daily grind (like being on job sites or managing multiple spreadsheets) and focus on systems—and people—that could handle growth. He credits having reliable contractors and processes, but also emphasizes how getting the right technology in place makes a world of difference.
Which leads us to one of the episode's highlights: the introduction of Deal Manager Pro.
Deal Manager Pro: The CRM Built for Real Estate Investors
In the cluttered world of generic CRMs, Brandon saw the need for software specifically designed by and for real estate investors. Deal Manager Pro offers everything you need in one platform: lead tracking, nationwide comps, direct mail tools, proof of funds, automated follow-up, skip tracing, a rehab calculator, and an advanced deal analyzer. Unlike clunky Excel sheets or piecemealed tech stacks, it keeps everything streamlined and collaborative—so whether you’re a solopreneur or scaling a team, you never lose track of a deal or a contact.
Brandon’s pain points—lost leads, spreadsheet chaos, and communication breakdowns—became the foundation for a system hundreds of investors now rely on.
Final Thoughts
What stands out most from Jay and Brandon’s conversation is this: Real estate investing isn’t just about finding deals or raising capital. It’s about creating repeatable, reliable systems—both in relationships and processes. If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels with DIY tools and want to scale up, adopting a purpose-built CRM like
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