In this episode, I talk about my complete guide to raising capital for real estate investing. I share how I’ve personally raised over $6 million across multiple deals—from short-term flips to large-scale syndications—and what I’ve learned along the way. You’ll hear how to identify your ideal investor avatar, build a trustworthy brand that resonates, and use simple systems to nurture long-term investor relationships. I also break down how to structure deals legally and present them with confidence to earn trust and attract capital effectively.

(00:00) - Intro

(00:38) - Why Raising Capital Matters

(02:42) - Know Your Ideal Investor Avatar

(04:27) - Building a Magnetic Personal Brand

(07:06) - How to Nurture Investor Relationships

(09:00) - Structuring Deals & SEC Compliance

(10:46) - Proven Capital Raising Strategies

On the Military Millionaire Podcast, I share real conversations with service members, veterans, and their families. Each week, we explore how to build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing.

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Guide to raising capital: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/capital-raising-guide

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In this episode, I dive deep into the fundamentals of creative financing for real estate investors. I share how I’ve personally used strategies like seller financing, subject-to deals, lease options, and wrap mortgages to buy and hold properties — often with little to no money down.

I explain why creative financing isn’t just about money but about problem-solving for both buyers and sellers. Through real-world examples, I show how to structure win-win deals, avoid jargon when talking to sellers, and build your reputation as a “creative closer.” I reflect on how mastering creative financing has allowed me to invest without relying on traditional banks. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to scale your real estate business, this episode gives you a practical roadmap to do more with less capital and with more confidence.

(00:00) - Intro

(02:08) - Seller financing real example

(03:12) - Subject-to and lease options

(05:03) - Structuring win-win real estate deals

(07:16) - Real-world creative financing stories

(09:55) - Masterclass and final thoughts

On the Military Millionaire Podcast, I share real conversations with service members, veterans, and their families. Each week, we explore how to build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing.

Download a free copy of my book: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book

Sign up for free webinar trainings: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/register

Join our investor list: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/investors

Apply for The War Room Mastermind: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/mastermind-application

Get an intro to recommended VA agents/lenders: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/va-realtor

Guide to raising capital: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/capital-raising-guide

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/militarymillionaire

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Frommilitarytomillionaire?sub_confirmation=1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frommilitarytomillionaire/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-pere/

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In this episode, I break down what it means to be a limited partner in real estate investing and why this strategy works well for people who have more money than time. I explain how limited partners can earn passive income without dealing with the headaches of tenants, property management, or day-to-day decisions. You’ll learn how syndications work, how limited partners differ from general partners, and why preferred returns help align everyone’s interests.

(00:00) What is a limited partner

On the Military Millionaire Podcast, I share real conversations with service members, veterans, and their families. Each week, we explore how to build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing.

Download a free copy of my book: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book

Sign up for free webinar trainings: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/register

Join our investor list: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/investors

Apply for The War Room Mastermind: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/mastermind-application

Get an intro to recommended VA agents/lenders: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/va-realtor

Guide to raising capital: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/capital-raising-guide

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/militarymillionaire

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Frommilitarytomillionaire?sub_confirmation=1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frommilitarytomillionaire/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-pere/

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In this episode, I break down the five core types of leverage every entrepreneur and investor should understand. I share how I’ve used financial leverage to scale faster, time leverage to delegate smarter, and operational leverage to grow more efficiently. You’ll also hear how network and technology leverage can create compounding advantages in your business. If you’ve ever felt stuck trading time for money, this episode will show you how to multiply your impact without burning out.

(00:00) Intro

On the Military Millionaire Podcast, I share real conversations with service members, veterans, and their families. Each week, we explore how to build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing.

Download a free copy of my book: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book

Sign up for free webinar trainings: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/register

Join our investor list: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/investors

Apply for The War Room Mastermind: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/mastermind-application

Get an intro to recommended VA agents/lenders: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/va-realtor

Guide to raising capital: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/capital-raising-guide

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/militarymillionaire

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In this episode, I break down some of the biggest mistakes I see military service members make when working with real estate agents and lenders. Together, we dig into:

How choosing a part-time or unqualified agent can cost you serious money

Why hiring friends or family to represent you can backfire

The exact steps to find an experienced, full-time real estate professional

What you need to know before rate shopping lenders for your VA loan

If you’ve ever wondered how to protect your finances while buying a home or investment property, this episode will save you time, stress, and thousands of dollars.

(00:00) Intro

(01:08) The “friend or family” trap in real estate

(03:38) Why experience and market knowledge matter

(05:48) Real estate mistakes that cost veterans thousands

(06:52) Smart strategies for rate shopping lenders

(08:00) How to find trusted agents and lenders

On the Military Millionaire Podcast, I share real conversations with service members, veterans, and their families. Each week, we explore how to build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing.

Download a free copy of my book: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book

Sign up for free webinar trainings: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/register

Join our investor list: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/investors

Apply for The War Room Mastermind: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/mastermind-application

Get an intro to recommended VA agents/lenders: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/va-realtor

Guide to raising capital: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/capital-raising-guide

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/militarymillionaire

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Frommilitarytomillionaire?sub_confirmation=1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frommilitarytomillionaire/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-pere/

X (Twitter): https://x.com/militaryrei

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@militarymillionaire

In this episode, I break down how to hire a great property manager — someone who protects your investment, keeps your units occupied, and saves you from the headaches that sink new investors. I walk through what property managers actually do, what their fees should look like, and when it makes sense to hand over the keys instead of managing yourself. You’ll also hear the questions I ask every PM before hiring and the red flags that tell me to walk away.

If you’ve been self-managing or struggling to scale your rental portfolio, this episode will give you a clear framework for finding and vetting the right property manager. From interviewing tips to understanding contracts and handling legal curveballs, you’ll walk away ready to make smarter, more confident management decisions.

(00:00) Welcome + intro

On the Military Millionaire Podcast, I share real conversations with service members, veterans, and their families. Each week, we explore how to build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing.

Download a free copy of my book: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book

Sign up for free webinar trainings: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/register

Join our investor list: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/investors

Apply for The War Room Mastermind: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/mastermind-application

Get an intro to recommended VA agents/lenders: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/va-realtor

Guide to raising capital: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/capital-raising-guide

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/militarymillionaire

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Frommilitarytomillionaire?sub_confirmation=1

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-pere/

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@militarymillionaire

 In this episode, I break down the five people every real estate investor needs on their team — plus one bonus teammate that can make or break your deals. You’ll learn how to find the right agent, lender, property manager, attorney, and tax advisor, and why building relationships with these professionals matters more than any one transaction.

If you’re serious about investing, this episode will help you set the foundation for long-term success.

(00:00) Welcome + intro

(00:49) Finding the right real estate agent

(02:21) Financing through brokers and small banks

(03:37) Property managers, attorneys, and when to use them

(04:44) Why every investor needs a tax advisor (plus contractors)

(07:42) Relationships over transactions — your ultimate advantage

On the Military Millionaire Podcast, I share real conversations with service members, veterans, and their families. Each week, we explore how to build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing.

Download a free copy of my book: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/free-book

Sign up for free webinar trainings: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/register

Join our investor list: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/investors

Apply for The War Room Mastermind: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/mastermind-application

Get an intro to recommended VA agents/lenders: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/va-realtor

Guide to raising capital: https://www.frommilitarytomillionaire.com/capital-raising-guide

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/militarymillionaire

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Frommilitarytomillionaire?sub_confirmation=1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frommilitarytomillionaire/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-pere/

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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@militarymillionaire

In this episode, I break down how to manage your own rental properties remotely—step by step—using the exact processes my friend Dave uses to keep vacancies under two weeks in San Diego, CA and Jacksonville, NC. You’ll learn:

How to fill vacancies fast with smart, wide-net marketing (Zillow, Trulia, HotPads, Realtor, FB Marketplace, Craigslist, IG, word-of-mouth) and pro-level photos/video

Why enforcing “application before walkthrough” saves time and filters for qualified tenants

The pipeline: application → walkthrough (with a trusted local) → attorney-vetted lease → first month + deposit → move-in

How to structure deposits and rent accounts (separate, interest-bearing) and avoid commingling

What to include in a welcome letter, plus move-in/move-out forms that protect your deposit decisions

How to build a maintenance Rolodex and a reliable on-the-ground helper for inspections and showings

(00:00) Intro

(00:37) Managing rentals from anywhere

(01:18) Dave’s record of short vacancies

(01:45) Marketing channels and pro photos

(03:39) The rental pipeline explained

(05:27) Payments and separate accounts

(06:39) Move-in day essentials

(07:13) Protecting deposits with forms

(07:50) Rent collection methods

(09:06) Building your maintenance team

(10:21) The War Room Mastermind

Free book: https://www.facebook.com/groups/militarymillionaire

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Frommilitarytomillionaire?sub_confirmation=1

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The Military Millionaire Podcast helps service members, veterans, and their families build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing—no BS, just actionable steps you can use right away.

In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Ahern — a former Reconnaissance Marine turned full-time real estate investor, husband, and father. Jeff shares how he and his wife Megan went from losing $50K on their first flip to building a thriving business that now flips 30+ houses a year, manages 40+ rental doors, and co-owns multiple companies.

Together, we dig into:

How to turn setbacks into stepping stones — Jeff’s journey from medical separation to entrepreneurship.

Why your first big loss might be the best thing that happens to you — and how to bounce back stronger.

The exact steps Jeff and Megan used to scale from one trailer-parked house flip to a diversified real estate empire.

What military discipline can teach us about business systems and the power of delayed gratification.

If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, early failures, or fear of taking the leap into real estate, this conversation will give you the mindset and tactics to keep moving forward.

(00:00) Welcome to the Military Millionaire Podcast

(02:15) Meet Jeff and his military-to-real estate journey

(08:00) Lessons from losing $50K on their first deal

(15:20) Scaling flips and rentals the right way

(24:50) The role of sacrifice, systems, and delegation

(32:10) Building multiple income streams (title, staging, rentals)

(35:00) Advice for new investors + future plans

Welcome to the Military Millionaire Podcast, where we teach service members, veterans, and their families how to build wealth through personal finance, entrepreneurship, and real estate investing. I'm your host, David Pere, here to be your no-BS guides along the most important mission you’ll ever embark on — your finances.

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🏠 Stop Wasting Your BAH — Start Building Wealth with Your VA Loan

Your VA loan isn’t just a housing benefit — it’s a launchpad to financial freedom. In this episode, I break down exactly how to use the VA loan to house hack your way into real estate, live for free (or close to it), and start scaling toward long-term wealth.

Inside this episode, I cover:

Key Takeaways:

Your VA loan is not just a benefit. It’s the smartest way to build wealth in the military — if you know how to use it.

#VALoan #HouseHacking #MilitaryMillionaire #FinancialFreedom

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