“You will take a punch in the face in this business.” In this episode, discover how Matthew Owens shares the hard-earned lessons behind raising over $200M and acquiring more than $500M across real estate and alternative assets. From quitting his CPA job to flipping over 1,000 homes, surviving the 2008 crash, and evolving into lending, debt funds, and alternative financing strategies, Matthew breaks down how each phase shaped his approach to capital raising and investing. He explains why learning to raise money earlier could have changed everything, how he built systems to scale while prioritizing family time, and why educating investors through structured communication and transparency is the foundation of long-term trust. If you’re an investor or entrepreneur looking to understand how to scale across multiple asset classes while navigating risk, this episode delivers real-world insights forged through experience—not theory. 5 Key TakeawaysYou’ll learn the most from getting “punched in the face” Matthew emphasizes that setbacks—especially the 2008 crash—were critical in shaping his long-term success and resilience. Raising capital early changes everything He reflects that focusing on capital raising sooner could have dramatically increased his long-term net worth and ability to scale. Systems create freedom—not just growth Building repeatable systems allowed him to scale across multiple funds while spending more time with his family. Education is the foundation of investor trust Long-form email sequences, clear communication, and structured content help investors understand deals and feel confident investing. Diversification reduces exposure to market risk Expanding into alternative assets like lending and specialty funds helps create income streams that are less correlated with traditional real estate cycles. About Tim MaiTim Mai is a real estate investor, fund manager, mentor, and founder of HERO Mastermind for REI coaches.He has helped many real estate investors and coaches become millionaires. Tim continues to help busy professionals earn income and build wealth through passive investing.He is also a creative marketer and promoter with incredible knowledge and experience, which he freely shares. He has lifted himself from the aftermath of war, achieving technical expertise in computers, followed by investment success in real estate, management skills, and a lofty position among real estate educators and internet marketers.Tim is an industry leader who has acquired and exited well over $50 million worth of real estate and is currently an investor in over 2700 units of multifamily apartments.Connect with TimWebsite: Capital Raising PartyFacebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation Instagram: @timmaicomTwitter: @timmaiLinkedIn: Tim MaiYouTube: Tim Mai