203: In this episode, I sit down with Hunter Thompson, a capital-raising expert who has raised over $100M in private equity. As the founder of RaisingCapital.com and the creator of RaiseFest, Hunter shares his proven strategies for attracting top-tier investors, leveraging systems, and scaling in the real estate world.

(Show Notes: REtipster.com/203)

We cover:

• Why capital raising is the ultimate superpower in real estate.
• The difference between 506B and 506C offerings.
• The art of using LinkedIn to find high-net-worth investors.
• How to manage stress and investor expectations when stakes are high.
• The risks and rewards of fund-of-funds investing.

If you’ve ever wondered how to succeed at raising capital or wanted actionable tips for scaling your business, this episode is for you.

202: In this episode, I'm interviewing Denise Ford, a land investor with a fascinating story.

(Show Notes: REtipster.com/202)

Denise explains her transition from a marketing career as a single mother to closing 17 deals in one direct mail campaign. She dives into the strategies she used to secure investor funding, the lessons learned from juggling her W-2, and the importance of adapting to market changes.

Discover why conferences and connections with people are important, how Denise navigates creative land deals, and the importance of conquering fear. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or new to the game, this interview is packed with valuable insights.

201: Earlier this year, I met Jon Newth at a conference when he approached me to say, "Thank you." It turns out I had played a role in helping him discover and succeed in the land investing business.

(Show Notes: REtipster.com/201)

Jon took the Land Investing Masterclass in late 2021, and when he shared what his business has become since then, I was blown away. The more he told me about what he was doing, the more I thought, “I’ve got to get this guy on the podcast.”

This episode is packed with valuable insights. Why? Because Jon isn’t here to sell you anything or spin a story. He’s just an ordinary guy who’s achieved extraordinary results; in my experience, these are the best people to learn from. We're going to dig into his journey and figure out exactly how he’s been able to make it all happen.

200: In this 200th episode of the REtipster Podcast, we sit down with Justin Piché, a Navy veteran and land investor who built a 7-figure land flipping business with a 20+ member team. Justin shares his story of transitioning from submarine officer to ExxonMobil engineer to successful entrepreneur.

(Show Notes: REtipster.com/200)

If you’re interested in land investing, building a team, or learning how to thrive in today’s real estate market, this episode is packed with value!

199: In this episode, I’m sitting down with Travis King, one of the sharpest land investors I know, to discuss what he’s learned over a year filled with personal and professional challenges. From the tragic loss of his father to a health scare with his wife, Travis shares openly about how he managed his land business through these times. We dive into how he's adapted his strategies to the changing market, including why he’s leaning more into subdividing and automation.

(Show Notes: REtipster.com/199)

We also discuss how Travis’s approach to land investing has evolved and which marketing strategies work best in the current market. If you’re in the land business or considering it, this episode offers a unique blend of resilience, growth, and practical tips you won’t want to miss.

198: The first time I talked with Alicia Jarrett in episode 92, she explained how and why she got into the land business and how she managed to work her entire land business in the US from across the world in Australia.

(Show Notes: REtipster.com/198)

Today, we're talking about cold calling, which has grown in popularity over the past year or two in the land investing space. While it used to be something that nobody ever did, these days, many land investors rely on it, either partially or completely, to find their land deals.

Why has cold calling grown so popular? What kind of land investor is this for, and how is the cold-calling process supposed to work?

In this episode, we'll cover the full spectrum of what this marketing strategy is about with Alicia and Supercharged Offers.

197: Today's guest is Ben Pijanowski.

(Show Notes: REtipster.com/197)

Ben is the co-owner and COO of Assets for Acres. In this episode, he shares his journey from a corporate job to becoming an entrepreneur in the land investing space. He details how he partnered up with Ajay, describing it as "dating before getting married"—they tested out working together before fully committing to a 50/50 business partnership. Ben explains the complementary roles they play, with Ajay as the visionary and Ben as the integrator who focuses on operations and efficiency.

The discussion covers Assets for Acres' evolution, from simple land flips to tackling larger development projects like entitlements and subject-to deals. Ben provides insights into scaling the business and diversifying their investment strategies, as well as how and why their partnership has worked so far.

If you've ever considered teaming up with someone in the land investing world—and how to find that someone in the first place— you don't want to miss this conversation.

196: Today's guest is Ted Thomas.

(Show Notes: REtipster.com/196)

Ted is a maestro in tax liens and tax deeds, an area of real estate investing with many fascinating parallels to the land flipping business—with a few important differences.

Today, we will explore the ins and outs of tax lien and tax-defaulted property investing. Ted is going to share his decades of experience in this niche and the exact strategies he uses to find and close these deals.

Whether you're an experienced real estate investor looking to expand your portfolio or you're just getting started and eager to learn, there's a ton to unpack here. Ted's expertise will shed light on the strategies, potential pitfalls, and the strategies needed to succeed in this complex yet rewarding space.

195: If you’re a long-time listener to this show, you almost certainly know Jaren Barnes.

(Show Notes: REtipster.com/195)

Jaren has been running his community, called the Land Maverick Society, for the past couple of years. He’s also among the very select few REtipster Certified Coaches, meaning he’s someone I know, like, and trust, and he aligns very well with the REtipster brand. Whenever people ask me where they can find a good coach in the land investing business, Jaren is one of the people I point them to.

Today, Jaren and I will discuss our thoughts on the current state of the market, some of the challenges many land investors have had this year, and, more importantly, why we should all have hope and why it’s not all doom and gloom.