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HERO Capital Raising Show

HERO Capital Raising Show

By: Tim Mai and Javier Hinojo
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Thinking about investing in Real Estate to escape the rat race and own your freedom?
In the "HERO Capital Raising Show" we discuss all sides of the business, good and bad, the situations that investors don't talk about, and the mistakes that get people embarrassed. As you listen, you’ll learn the 5 most important aspects of Real Estate: how to find, analyze, structure, fund, and exit your Real Estate transactions. On this podcast, Tim Mai and Javier Hinojo gives it to you straight.

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  • Discover How Nizan Mosery Has Raised Nearly $100M for Multifamily and Student Housing!
    Jul 2 2025

    How to raise close to $100 million for real estate—and build an empire that spans multifamily, Class A student housing, and partnerships across the globe?

    In this high-energy episode, Nizan Mosery shares his remarkable journey from growing up in a New York real estate family to flipping houses in Florida, and now leading large-scale acquisitions and capital raising efforts worldwide. Nizan reveals his intentional approach to networking, how he leverages strategic partnerships, and why knowing your "zone of genius" is essential for success. If you're serious about scaling your real estate business and raising capital with confidence, this episode is packed with wisdom you can’t afford to miss.


    5 Key Takeaways from Nizan Mosery’s Episode:

    1. Zone of Genius is Non-Negotiable:
      Identify your unique strengths early and build a team that complements your weaknesses—this is how Nizan scaled successfully.
    2. Student Housing is a Hidden Gem:
      Nizan explains why he shifted into Class A student housing post-COVID and how it delivers stable, 12-month leases and premium rents.
    3. Networking with Intention:
      Don’t waste time at events—Nizan shares his system for filtering conversations and finding the right partners fast.
    4. Fund of Funds for Global Capital:
      By building trusted relationships with fund managers in South America, Israel, and India, Nizan simplifies large capital raises.
    5. Master the Pitch with Precision:
      Using the “Flip the Script” method and high-energy presence, Nizan shows how to confidently pitch deals, win trust, and raise capital effectively.


    About Tim Mai

    Tim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.

    He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.

    He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares.

    He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.

    Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.

    Connect with Tim
    Website: Capital Raising Party
    Facebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation
    Instagram: @timmaicom
    Twitter: @timmai
    LinkedIn: Tim Mai
    YouTube: Tim Mai

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    51 mins
  • Discover How David Priest Raised $4M This Past Year and Launched a 'Principal Protection Program' for His Investors
    Jun 25 2025

    Discover how a veteran mortgage broker trades Wall Street for real estate syndications—and builds a $4M capital raising business in just 12 months.

    In this episode, David Priest reveals his remarkable journey from surviving cancer to launching one of the most investor-friendly programs in the market: the Principal Protection Program. David unpacks the hard lessons learned from losing money on his first deal, the mindset that made him walk away, and how that decision positioned him to raise millions and co-GP over $65M in real estate. Plus, he shares how his unique capital protection structure could change the game for passive investors.


    5 Key Takeaways from David Priest’s Episode:

    1. From Adversity to Action:
      A leukemia diagnosis pushed David to stop coasting and go all-in on building his real estate syndication business.
    2. Learning the Hard Way:
      Losing money on his first attempted deal taught David the importance of knowing your lane—and the power of capital raising over operating.
    3. Why He Chose the Fund Model:
      David realized raising capital through a fund creates better economics, compliance, and alignment with top operators.
    4. The Birth of the Principal Protection Program:
      Inspired by his wife's concerns, David designed an innovative structure to help protect investor capital on deals he participates in.
    5. Capital Raising is the Most Leverageable Skill:
      David explains why building strong investor relationships is the most scalable, repeatable way to grow wealth, without owning operations.


    About Tim Mai

    Tim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.

    He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.

    He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares.

    He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.

    Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.

    Connect with Tim
    Website: Capital Raising Party
    Facebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation
    Instagram: @timmaicom
    Twitter: @timmai
    LinkedIn: Tim Mai
    YouTube: Tim Mai

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    43 mins
  • Discover How Nick Stromwall Raised Over $6M in 2 Years on LinkedIn and Invested Across Multifamily, Industrial, and Oil & Gas.
    Jun 18 2025

    Can you really raise millions of dollars for diverse asset classes—using only LinkedIn? In this game-changing episode, Nick Stromwall shares how he raised over $6 million in just two years, built a presence that attracts capital daily, and positioned himself across multifamily, industrial, and oil & gas investments. He unpacks the simple content strategies that built trust fast, the mindset shift that helped him start without a big track record, and why he believes clarity and speed are the ultimate power moves in capital raising. If you’re an investor or entrepreneur looking to scale your influence and inflows, this episode is your blueprint.


    5 Key Takeaways from Nick Stromwall’s Episode:

    1. LinkedIn as a Capital Machine:
      Nick consistently raised millions using daily content that built credibility, created conversations, and attracted inbound interest.
    2. No Website? No Problem.
      He proved you don’t need fancy marketing assets to raise capital—you just need consistency, clarity, and a genuine message.
    3. Clarity Drives Connection:
      His success came from clearly communicating who he helps, what he invests in, and what kind of partner he’s looking for.
    4. Diversified Investment Strategy:
      Nick participates in multifamily, industrial, and oil & gas deals, using joint ventures and LP positions to diversify his portfolio.
    5. Speed Creates Momentum:
      His advice: Don’t wait to be perfect—start fast, iterate in public, and refine as you grow. Action beats hesitation every time.


    About Tim Mai

    Tim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.

    He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.

    He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares.

    He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.

    Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.

    Connect with Tim
    Website: Capital Raising Party
    Facebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation
    Instagram: @timmaicom
    Twitter: @timmai
    LinkedIn: Tim Mai
    YouTube: Tim Mai

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    39 mins

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This is an amazing truth. I am thankful to Javier for this prospective. I get bogged down in every day hustle in real estate and forget to network. You can't do everything by yourself.

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