How To Raise $100M+ From Institutions On LinkedIn - E1034 - CFC
Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
Release Date: 03/20/2025
Why Senior Living Is Finally Gaining Real Momentum - E1073 - TT
Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
In this Topical Tuesday episode, I spoke with Joe Pohlen who is the CEO of Cardinal Senior Living. He has built a portfolio of 20 senior living communities across Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, through a blend of compassionate care, safety, and a sales-focused culture. Be sure to tune in if you’re interested in learning about: How his firm grew to 20 communities with a long-term, owner-operator model focused on alignment and care. Why senior living is just now starting to benefit from the “silver tsunami” and how COVID shaped the future of the industry. How Cardinal improves...
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From The Archive: Dealing With Emotional Trauma From Bad Deals - E1072 - MM
Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
In today’s episode, I dive into the emotional challenges we face as private equity entrepreneurs and how to overcome them. From hiring coaches to leveraging therapy, I share key strategies to help you navigate the tough times. Tune in for tips on resilience and managing the pressure that comes with playing the high-stakes game of capital raising. Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge. Learn more here:
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Oversubscribing Capital Raises - E1071 - RMR
Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
In today’s RaiseMasters Radio episode, Adam is joined by Cory Harelson of Freedom Investing Group. They talk about his powerful journey from overworked engineer to full-time mobile home park investor—and how one painful moment with his son sparked the change. They also dive into his recent wins, including oversubscribing a raise during a live webinar, and his thoughts on why now is a great time to buy in the MHP space. Cory also shares a sneak peek into his vision for mentoring operators on the real side of mobile home park operations. Resources mentioned in the episode: Cory...
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Family, Faith, And Core Values - E1070 - CFC
Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
Most investors obsess over returns, tax strategy, and estate planning… But what if the most critical legacy you leave behind isn’t financial? In today’s episode of Cashflow Connections, I sat down with Brett Swarts—best-selling author, tax strategist, and host of the Capital Gains Tax Solutions podcast—to explore something far deeper: The mission, vision, and values that should guide your family’s wealth. This isn’t a conversation about deferred sales trusts (though we touch on it). It’s about how legacy-focused families can avoid the “shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three...
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Scaling Smarter: Expert Tips for Navigating Growth in Commercial Real Estate (From The Archive) - E1069 - TT
Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
In this Topical Tuesday episode, I spoke with Sam Morris who is the CEO of Sunset Capital. He has over twenty years’ experience in various aspects of real estate and has led acquisition and disposition teams on over $550MM in multifamily transactions. Be sure to tune in if you’re interested in learning about: Importance of maintaining consistent KPI tracking and weekly asset management to prevent issues from escalating. Key advice for emerging sponsors to grow and scale. Insight into why Texas remains a thriving market and why the outlook is bright. Tips for investors on leveraging...
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An Embarrassing Story About Our Last Offer - E1068 - MM
Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
In today’s Monday Minutes episode, I share a humbling experience from submitting an offer with an institutional group—and getting left out of the bio. It was a gut check that reminded me of the difference between playing the game and dominating it. Tune in to hear the full story and what it means for your entrepreneurial journey. Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge. Learn more here:
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Don't Want What You Don't Want - E1067 - RMR
Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge. Learn more here:
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How to Think Like A CFO If You're A Solopreneur - E1066 - CFC
Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
Most founders think CFOs are just for Fortune 500 companies. But according to Dan DeGolier — founder of Ascent CFO Solutions — that mindset could be killing your growth. Dan’s team serves as the outsourced finance department for startups and scaling brands across the globe… …and in today’s episode, he breaks down the biggest mistakes he sees — and how you can avoid them. We cover: The #1 red flag Dan sees before businesses start to collapse What to do when your old systems stop working (because of growth!) How to build a financial model that actually helps you make...
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Is the Multifamily Value-Add Strategy DEAD? - E1065 - TT
Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
In this Topical Tuesday episode, Tyler breaks down the difficulties in underwriting and acquiring value-add multifamily real estate. Be sure to tune in if you’re interested in learning about: Why some classic value-add deals no longer pencil and how market conditions are creating challenges. Factors that could lead to a rebound and that could improve the prospects surrounding value-add acquisitions. How Asym Capital is adapting and where they are focusing, given the reality of today’s market. To your success, Tyler Lyons Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game...
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From The Archive: The EMERGENCY Capital Raising Playbook - E1064 - MM
Cash Flow Connections - Real Estate Podcast
In today’s Monday Minutes episode, I break down the 911 capital raising playbook for those times you need to secure funds fast—especially when starting from scratch. I cover everything from initial texts to reaching out to potential partners, all with an emphasis on maintaining urgency without appearing needy. Tune in for strategies to keep your raise on track, even in challenging markets! Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge. Learn more here:
info_outlineEveryone thinks LinkedIn is just for job hunting and recruiters...
But a small group of savvy fund managers are using it to attract millions in institutional capital…
…WITHOUT spending a fortune on traditional placement agents or middlemen.
Today I interviewed Jester Schilder, who helped a venture capital firm find investors that eventually formed an $8M fund…
He revealed his exact step-by-step approach for turning cold LinkedIn outreach into meaningful investor conversations.
Jester has spent the last five years helping fund managers create consistency in their fundraising efforts.
In today's episode, he breaks down:
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How to use LinkedIn Sales Navigator to find qualified prospects (including hidden search techniques)
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Why sending connection requests with NO message statistically gets higher acceptance rates
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The importance of spending up to 30 minutes researching each prospect before messaging them
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How to build internal consensus when targeting institutions
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The power of creating investor communities to nurture long-term relationships
Plus, he explains why curiosity is the most powerful psychological trigger in fundraising…
If you want to learn how to generate a consistent flow of investor conversations from LinkedIn…
Listen to the episode now
Take Control,
Hunter Thompson
Resources mentioned in the episode:
- Jester Schilder
Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.
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