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: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

In today’s RaiseMasters Radio episode, Adam sits down with Tom Dunkel, a former aerospace M&A pro turned real‑estate entrepreneur who’s weathered two full market cycles and built two eight‑figure businesses.

We dive into how he pivoted from corporate finance to launching Eagle Capital Investments, a fund‑of‑funds that pairs his network of investors with world‑class operators.

Tom shares his playbook for staying resilient when cycles turn, and why he’s now raising $2 million in 30 days, ten times a year—all before tee time on the golf course.

1. Tom Dunkel

Website

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

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

Whether you’re a founder, operator, or investor — this one is packed with insights to help you scale smarter...

Tune in to the episode now.

Take Control,

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Dan DeGolier

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 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.

To your success,

Tyler Lyons

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 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: https://raisingcapital.com/cre

In today’s RaiseMasters Radio episode, I sit down with Aarati Sawhney, a physician-turned-capital-raiser who’s making big moves in the syndication space.

We talk about how she leveraged her deep physician network to raise millions—sometimes with just a few texts—and how her consistency, trust-building, and authentic updates (including her hiking adventures!) keep her investors engaged.

Aarati also shares how RaiseMasters helped her level up her systems, and why establishing your identity as a capital raiser is key to scaling.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1.  Aarati Sawhney

Email

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

Rising interest rates. Distressed deals. A frozen capital market…

Sound familiar?

Today I interviewed Randy Langenderfer, and he has been through it all—building 4,000+ units across Texas, Oklahoma, and Ohio. 

You want to know what really sets him apart though? 

His background in private equity at Carlyle, where he learned how to engineer cash flow like a Fortune 500 operator.

In this episode, we unpack:

• The exact buy box Randy is targeting in 2025 (and why he’s skipping certain markets)

Plus, Randy shares how hard lessons from the last cycle are shaping his new deals—and what every LP should look for before writing their next check.

If you’re serious about investing in this next phase of the market…

Tune in to the episode now!

Take Control,

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Randy Langenderfer

InvestArk Website

Multifamily Maestros 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 episode, I spoke with Tom Dunkel who is the founder of Eagle Capital Investments. Tom has nearly 30 years of experience in real estate, finance, and investing, and his mission is to help investors build wealth and create lasting financial freedom. He partners with top-tier operators to source high-quality opportunities, while offering hands-on guidance every step of the way.

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

• Learning how to build authentic relationships with investors that lead to long-term partnerships

To your success,

Tyler Lyons

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Tom Dunkel

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 explain why picking one marketing platform and going all in is the key to raising more capital.

I share how to align your strategy with your strengths so you can build a scalable client acquisition system.

Tune in to learn how to choose the right platform for you.

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 capital raiser Eric Burns to talk about fishing, raising millions for multifamily deals, and how he’s leveraging authentic connections on LinkedIn to grow his investor network.

We also discuss the power of momentum, consistency, and what it really takes to stand out as a capital raiser in today’s market.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

1. Eric Burns

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