Most people rely too much on cold outreach or digital funnels to raise capital, and it's slowing them down. In this episode, we break down why in-person events, better vetting, and smarter systems are the real drivers of long-term success in capital raising.

What you’ll learn:

• Why online-only capital strategies usually fail

• How live events speed up investor trust by 10x

• The “Fund-to-Fund” model, and why it’s still underused

• How to build investor confidence without handing over control

• The smartest way to vet operators before you partner

• What Kobe Bryant’s mindset can teach you about staying consistent

• How to build systems that automate investor follow-up

• What really causes deals to blow up (and how to avoid it)

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How do you go from hating your CPA job… to flipping 1,000+ houses, raising $150M, and buying back your time?

In this episode of Masters of Real Estate, we break down the real systems behind the capital raising machine, and how we set it up to run without us while traveling across Vietnam.

Whether you’re stuck doing everything yourself or just struggling to get investors to say yes, this is your tactical roadmap.

You’ll Learn:

• Why most capital raisers fail (and how to fix your sales process)
• The structure Mathew used to raise $2.8M while offline
• The #1 reason delegation fails for entrepreneurs, and how to overcome it
• How to turn your due diligence into a trust engine
• A simple framework to cut investor friction in half
• The lead nurture and follow-up system Mathew’s team uses every day
• What a 200-point checklist reveals about real estate risk

Want more resources from Mathew? Grab his free due diligence checklist and other tools at www.mathewowens.com!

In this episode of Canadian Investing in the US, Glenn Sutherland sits down with CPA-turned-real estate investor Matthew Owens. After losing everything in the 2008 crash, Matthew didn’t go back to his safe job—he rebuilt from scratch. Now with over 1,000 flips and $150M+ raised, he shares the strategies, lessons, and mindset that helped him come back stronger. If you're starting over or just starting out, this one’s for you.

👇 Here's what you'll learn in this episode:

How to recover after financial disaster – and why grit matters more than timing.

The biggest mistakes new investors make – and how to avoid them.

Smart strategies to raise capital when you have none – including the exact fees Mathew charged to stay afloat.

Why long-term holds beat flips for wealth-building – and how Mathew would do things differently today.

What today’s market has in common with 2008 – and how to invest safely in a high-rate, low-supply environment.

Want more resources from Mathew? Grab his free due diligence checklist and other tools at www.mathewowens.com!

In this episode of Masters of Real Estate, host Matthew Owens sits down with longtime friend and powerhouse entrepreneur Kaaren Hall, founder of uDirect IRA Services. From being a single mom who got laid off during the Great Recession to building a company that now manages over $1 billion in assets, Kaaren shares the raw, unfiltered story of grit, reinvention, and the real power of self-directed retirement accounts.

If you've ever wanted more control over your financial future, or you’re curious how to invest in real estate through your retirement account, this is your roadmap.

What You’ll Learn:

• How Kaaren went from unemployed to running a billion-dollar company

• What most people don’t know about their retirement accounts

• Why self-directed IRAs are a game-changer for real estate investors

• The three biggest mistakes people make with retirement investing

• The history of retirement (and why the system is broken)

• How to avoid UBIT and UDFI taxes

• Why picking the right custodian is critical

• Common "gotchas" that could make your IRA fully taxable

• What a checkbook IRA is — and when it actually makes sense

• How to start investing in real estate through your HSA and 401(k)

• Tips for teaching your kids about financial freedom and investing

uDirect IRA Services: https://www.udirectira.com

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In this episode of Masters of Real Estate, host Matthew Owens welcomes Pete Reese, a seasoned land investor and entrepreneur, to discuss his journey from house flipping to building a thriving business in land development. Pete shares valuable insights into the unique strategies and systems he’s developed to capitalize on land investments, even in today’s competitive market.

Key Takeaways:

1. Pivoting in Real Estate: Pete transitioned from house flipping to land investing after the 2008 housing market crash, discovering that land offered a simpler and less stressful investment model.
2. The Power of Due Diligence: Pete emphasizes the importance of thorough due diligence, including title checks, access verification, and market research, to avoid purchasing problem properties.
3. Value-Add Strategies in Land Investing: From minor improvements like clearing lots and completing surveys to larger projects like subdividing acreage, Pete demonstrates how strategic upgrades can significantly boost profitability.
4. Market Selection Matters: Pete targets rural areas with high demand and minimal regulatory hurdles, avoiding markets with oversupply or complicated approval processes.

• Connect with Pete Reese on LinkedIn: @partnerwithpete
• Check out Pete’s Podcast: Turning Profit (available on YouTube: @turningprofit)
• Join Pete’s Land Investing Community: Land Conquest (available on the Skool platform).
• Learn more about partnering or private lending opportunities with Pete: TurningProfit.com

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