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
How Jay Conner Built a Real Estate Empire Using Proven Private Money Strategies
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"251 - Unlocking Private Money Secrets with Jay Conner"
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If you’re a real estate investor who has ever felt boxed out by banks, high-interest hard money lenders, or just wanted a faster, more flexible way to fund your deals, there’s a gateway you need to know about: private money. On a recent episode of the Raising Private Money podcast, together with Jen Josey, industry expert Jay Conner broke down his journey from traditional lending to mastering the art of raising millions in private capital—and how you can do the same.
Jay’s Story: From the Mobile Home Business to Real Estate Success
Jay’s foray into real estate is rooted in a family legacy of mobile homes. Raised in North Carolina, his family’s business was the largest retailer of mobile homes in the country at one point. But when the industry collapsed in the early 2000s due to disappearing financing options, Jay was faced with a formidable challenge. It took his family a year and a half to liquidate $22 million in inventory, an experience he describes as much harder than starting a business. That difficult chapter pushed him into the world of single-family homes in 2003, inspired by friends who successfully flipped properties for far more profit (and less hassle) than he could imagine in mobile homes.
For his first six years, Jay relied on traditional bank financing: loan applications, credit pulls, heavy documentation, and all the red tape. But everything shifted for him with the 2008 market crash, when his local banker abruptly stopped lending. In 2009, Jay discovered private money—and he hasn’t looked back since.
What Makes Private Money Different?
Jay is quick to make an important distinction: private money is not “hard money.” Hard money lenders are typically brokers leveraging pools of investor capital, charging steep origination fees and higher interest rates—often 12-14% or more. In contrast, private money deals are direct relationships with individuals seeking solid, safe returns. According to Jay, the advantages are extensive:
- No Loan Applications or Credit Checks: Traditional banks set all the rules, but with private money, you’re in the driver’s seat.
- Flexible Terms: Jay pays his private lenders 8% interest (no points), a figure that has kept 47 private lenders happily funding his deals for over a decade.
- Speed and Simplicity: No more racing against the clock to get bank approvals—when you control the capital, you control the deal.
- Total Funding Coverage: With the right approach, you can even collect a check at closing for repairs and extra equity, maximizing leverage and minimizing personal out-of-pocket risk.
The Secret Sauce: Teaching, Not Pitching
So how does Jay attract private lenders? Surprisingly, he’s never asked anyone for money and never pitches individual deals upfront. Instead, he educates. Jay puts on his “teacher hat” and holds conversations or luncheons focused on how private money works, offering value first. He explains the opportunity, including the mechanics of self-directed IRAs, and then waits for interested individuals to approach him. The key, he says, is separating the education from the ask—raising capital before you need it.
When it’s time for funding, Jay makes what he calls the “good news phone call.” Instead of a sales pitch, it’s a notification: “I now have a house under contract that matches the amount you were interested in putting to work.” This approach builds trust, urgency, and a professional dynamic—no desperate scrounging for financing.
Actionable Advice for New Investors
For those new to private money, Jay recommends starti