In this episode, Nate and Jillian show us what it really takes to sell investment opportunities the right way. Spoiler: it’s not about being pushy—it’s about building real relationships.

Nate shares why raising capital is different from selling anything else and why trust, connection, and good old-fashioned conversation matter more than slick pitches. From avoiding the hard close to leveraging credibility and using tech wisely, this episode is full of real-world tips on how to connect with investors and grow your network the human way.

Tune in to find out why your sales calls aren’t closing and what to do instead.

Quick Takeaways:

• People invest in people—become a friend before you pitch
  
  
• Asking for $100K is emotional, not just logical
  
  
• Forget one-call closes—it takes time and follow-up
  
  
• Share stories, ask questions, listen more than you talk
  
  
• Borrow authority if you're new—credibility matters

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This episode dives into how Dean Marchi and his family started from the bottom and listened to the market to deliver what tenants really want. This is how he differentiated his apartments from other multifamily real estate performing incredibly even against the top developers. Dean shares actionable lessons and specific strategies from decades of hands-on experience, showing how a disciplined, value-add approach and relentless attention to detail lead to outsized returns and long-term success in raising capital.

Key Takeaways:

• Start with the end user—know what renters or buyers want
  
  
• Value-add works: target underperforming assets and improve them
  
  
• Differentiate by delivering features others overlook
  
  
• Consistent small improvements compound over time
  
  
• Hands-on involvement builds deep understanding and trust
  
  
• Adopt a resilient, “immigrant mentality” for every deal
  
  
• Apply lessons from other industries to stand out in real estate

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Is AI coming for your job… or just your boring tasks? In this episode, Jillian and Nate get real about the fears AND massive potential of using AI in the capital raising world. From comparing AI to the advent of cars (yes, really) to breaking down how tools like ChatGPT can save you hours in underwriting and investor outreach, this is your down-to-earth guide to bringing AI into your workflow—without needing to become a tech wizard.

They’ll walk you through practical, copy-paste prompts, the actual role of APIs (no jargon, promise), and how to use AI like the best employee you’ve ever trained. Plus, get the scoop on their free AI Deal Desk Starter Kit that’s already helping other investors speed up results and save serious brainpower.

What You'll Learn

• Why AI isn’t scary—it’s just undertrained (and you’re the trainer)
  
  
• How to shave hours off deal analysis with the right prompts
  
  
• What ChatGPT and Claude are really good at (and what they’re not)
  
  
• How APIs and tools like Zapier help you connect the dots
  
  
• Why vague prompts = vague results (and how to get specific like a pro)
  
  
• How to write better investor emails with AI (and avoid sounding like a robot)

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