From Fourplex to RV Resorts: How Don Spafford Raised $500K from $26K

The Capital Flow Podcast

The Capital Flow Podcast
From Fourplex to RV Resorts: How Don Spafford Raised $500K from $26K
Jan 20, 2026 Episode 12
Dallon

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Podcast Summary:
In this episode of the Capital Flow Podcast, host Dallon Schultz welcomes Don Spafford, Co-Founder of Beyonder Camp and Beyondour Holdings. With over 20 years of corporate finance experience and a track record in real estate investing since 2017, Don shares his transition from corporate employee to full-time entrepreneur. He opens up about how personal events, including the early loss of his father and caring for his mother, drove him to pursue financial freedom through real estate. Don explains how his unique niche—RV parks and outdoor hospitality—provides both lifestyle benefits and high cash flow opportunities, and how he's successfully used this story and asset class to connect with investors. Don also discusses a current opportunity connected to a major water park development in North Carolina, illustrating the value of thinking differently and aligning your capital raising strategy with your passions and investor values.

Guest:
 Don Spafford
 Co-Founder, Beyonder Camp / Beyondour Holdings
 LinkedIn: Don Spafford
 Website: https://beyondercamp.com

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Key Takeaways:

  • Authenticity Builds Trust: Don emphasizes the importance of being real and relational when connecting with investors—not pushing the sale, but understanding their goals.
  • Unique Niches Stand Out: RV parks and outdoor hospitality not only provide higher cash flow but emotionally resonate with a wide investor base.
  • Fear as Fuel: Don turned personal challenges into the motivation to build financial security through real estate.
  • Know Your Avatar: Understanding and targeting RV users as potential investors shortens the education curve and creates more natural alignment.

Resources Mentioned:

  • Don's real estate origin story rooted in the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement.
  • Concept: Leveraging lifestyle assets (like RV parks) that investors already emotionally connect with to raise capital more easily.

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This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or investment advice, nor is it a solicitation or offer to buy or sell any securities. The hosts and guests share personal experiences and general insights about raising capital compliantly; however, every situation is unique, and compliance with securities laws depends on specific facts and circumstances. Listeners and viewers should seek their own qualified legal, tax, and financial counsel before taking any action. The hosts and production team disclaim any liability for decisions made based on the content of this program.


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