In this Topical Tuesday episode, I spoke with Sam Morris who is a Partner at Lone Star Capital, where he oversees acquisitions, asset management, and investor relations.

Be sure to tune in if you’re interested in learning about:

• The HB 21 legislation and how it affects tax abatement strategies in Texas multifamily deals
• The difference between in-jurisdiction and out-of-jurisdiction HFCs, and why the “traveling HFC” model is under fire
• Key investor concerns like the new rent reduction test and the lack of a grandfather clause
• The potential legal and financial ripple effects of the law—including lender lawsuits and risk to affordable housing supply

To your success,

Tyler Lyons

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Sam Morris

Website

Email

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.

Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

In today’s Monday Minutes episode, I share two powerful lessons from my keynote at the Capital Collective Mastermind: why the trend is your friend—and why there's no such thing as a free lunch.

These truths can help you avoid chasing short-lived wins and build something lasting.

Tune in to gain the right mindset for long-term success.

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.

Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

In today’s RaiseMasters Radio episode, Adam sits down with Marco Pfeiffer, a lifestyle investor who retired from his corporate CFO career to build a single-family real estate portfolio and never looked back.

They discuss his journey to financial freedom, how he uses real estate as a hedge against currency debasement, and why cash flow is king. Plus, we talk about how he grew a loyal following on LinkedIn by being unapologetically authentic.

Tune in to hear how Marco’s bold approach to investing and life can inspire your next move.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Marco Pfeiffer

LinkedIn

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.

Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

While most people are relaxing this summer…

The smartest business owners are slashing their tax bills using strategies you’ve probably never heard of.

That’s why I brought back Mark Kohler—CPA, attorney, and wealth architect—to break down the real summer tax moves investors should be making now.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why “side hustles” and family barbecues can become powerful tax deductions
• How to legally pay your kids—and take the write-off
• The #1 LLC mistake that could cost you everything
• What board meetings with your family have to do with asset protection
• How to convert “summer fun” into a tax strategy

And yes—this is all 100% legal and totally underused.

If you’ve ever thought tax planning was boring… Mark will change your mind.

Listen to the episode now.

Take Control, Hunter Thompson

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Mark Kohler

Personal Website

KKOS Lawyers Website

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.

Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

In this Topical Tuesday’s episode, I spoke with Dave McIlwaine who is a seasoned entrepreneur and successful executive with deep experience in business growth, scale and delivering results. He has 25 years of experience in the world of real estate and he is the Founding Partner of MAC Assets, where he acquires underperforming multifamily value-add properties with substantial opportunity to generate short and long-term gains.

Be sure to tune in if you’re interested in learning about:

• The risks associated with W-2 employment and how it’s easy to underestimate those risks
• How he “broke the golden handcuffs” of his W-2 and what tactics he used to help him prepare for it
• How to think about timing the exit from a W-2 to become a full-time entrepreneur
• How coaching has been beneficial to him in both life and entrepreneurship
• What the difference is between a teacher, mentor and a coach

To your success,

Tyler Lyons

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Dave McIlwaine

Website

Podcast

LinkedIn

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.

Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

In today’s Monday Minutes episode, I break down whether you should go all in on YouTube to raise capital. I share what’s working, why I’m diving in, and how to decide if it fits your voice and audience.

Tune in to hear what could be the next big unlock for your business.

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.

Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

In today’s RaiseMasters Radio episode, Adam sits down with Shelon “Hutch” Hutchinson—Marine veteran, real estate syndicator, and co-founder of H² Capital.

We talk about how he went from barefoot in Jamaica to building a fund of funds serving military investors, why mindset is everything, and how curiosity kills mediocrity.

Hutch breaks down what it really takes to be a steward of capital and build a legacy that lasts.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Shelon Hutchinson

LinkedIn

Website

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.

Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

In 2021, you could close your eyes, hand a property to a third-party manager, and still double your money.

Not anymore.

Today’s market is a different beast—rising interest rates, valuation corrections, overbuilding, and tightening debt markets have completely changed the rules.

That’s why I brought back Josh Welch and Mark Shuler—two operators with over 4,000 units under management—to unpack exactly how they’re navigating the storm.

In this episode, they reveal:

• Why efficiency and process are the new unfair advantage
• How to scale property operations without losing control
• The hidden risks in today’s debt markets most investors are ignoring
• How top operators are buying deals at 2018 prices… and winning

Josh also shares how his in-house team is turning struggling properties around, even ones with 30% delinquency.

If you’re serious about navigating the next cycle and staying ahead of the herd…listen to the episode now.

Take Control, Hunter Thompson

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Josh Welch

Website

2. Mark Shuler

Website

Email

Interested in learning how to take your capital raising game to the next level? Meet us at Capital Raiser’s Edge.

Learn more here: https://raisingcapital.com/cre