In this episode, I sit down with Merriah Harkins from Lukrom, a Phoenix-based private lending company that’s bridging the gap between high-net-worth capital and real estate investors needing fast, flexible funding. We talk about how Lukrom structures short-term loans, what they look for in a borrower, and how they raise capital from private investors. Whether you're flipping houses, building a rental portfolio, or just curious how the private lending world really works, this episode is packed with practical insight from someone in the trenches.

Lukrom.com

602-899-0683

In this episode, I sit down with Jay Conner—national speaker, author of Where to Get the Money Now, and widely known as The Private Money Authority. We dive deep into one of the most powerful wealth-building tools available: investing through your Roth IRA. Jay breaks down how to use private money and self-directed retirement accounts to generate tax-free income, fund real estate deals, and build long-term wealth without relying on banks or traditional lenders. If you're looking to raise capital, invest smarter, or keep more of your profits, this conversation is a goldmine.

JayConner.com/book

In this powerhouse episode of Icons of Real Estate, we welcome Kris Reid—founder of Ardor SEO and the go-to expert for real estate lead generation. Kris pulls back the curtain on how real estate professionals can attract ready-to-close clients without cold calls or wasted ad spend. We dig into the exact strategies agents and investors can use to build authority online, dominate local markets, and turn their websites into 24/7 lead machines. If you’re tired of chasing deals and want to magnetize business instead, don’t miss this conversation.

https://iconsofrealestate.com/