Creative financing isn't just a buzzword—it's one of the most powerful ways investors can scale smarter and faster. In this episode, Suzanne and I dive into a full breakdown of alternative funding strategies that help you grow without the traditional barriers.

We explore equitable partnerships, private lending, crowdfunding, DSCR loans, BRRRR strategies, seller financing, and even using your IRA to fund deals. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow with flexibility, this conversation is packed with real-world insights, practical tips, and the exact steps you need to make creative financing work for you.

Key Talking Points of the Episode

00:00 Introduction

01:58 The pros and cons of crowdfunding

03:11 How private money can help fund less traditional assets

04:19 What to know about using your IRA to fund deals

05:34 Networking and building relationships with lenders

07:03 Where to network: REIAs, National Rental Home Council, and more

08:08 Local networking vs national events

09:16 Marketing as a creative financing tool

11:26 DSCR as a metric for smarter investing and better underwriting

13:56 Transitioning from fix & flip to BRRRR for long-term portfolio building

17:27 The common pitfalls of creative financing

19:17 Why real estate education pays off long-term

20:22 Avoid overleveraging: Plan for vacancy, maintenance, and contingencies

Quotables

"Creative financing lets you scale when others are stuck waiting for a traditional lender to say yes."

"Your local REIA may have more value than a weekend in Vegas at a trade show."

"Overleveraging is easy when deals come fast. Be smart and plan for the what-ifs."

Links

RCN Capital

https://www.rcncapital.com/podcast

https://www.instagram.com/rcn_capital/

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REI INK

https://rei-ink.com/