Welcome to another episode of the Raising Private Money podcast, where we dive deep into the strategies and stories behind real estate success. In this episode, Scott Morse sits down with industry disruptor and private money expert Jay Conner to pull back the curtain on exactly how to raise and leverage private money for real estate investing—without begging, chasing, or even asking for it directly.
From his humble beginnings in eastern North Carolina, Jay Conner shares how a financial crisis in 2009 forced him to break away from traditional bank financing and discover the world of private lenders. He reveals the step-by-step mindset shift, educational approach, and practical conversations that have helped him attract millions in funding from everyday individuals—so much so that he hasn’t missed out on a single deal in over a decade.
Plus, you’ll get actionable tips, real scripts, and stories about how anyone—even those new to the game—can start building relationships with private lenders, use self-directed IRAs, and ensure every deal brings in a big check at closing. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just getting started, this episode is packed with golden nuggets on raising capital, negotiating deals, and building long-term wealth through real estate.
Timestamps: 00:01 Leads, Deals, & Private Money 04:00 Bank Loans vs Hard Money 06:39 Bank Shutdowns and Private Money 10:28 Securing Investment with Trust 15:57 Get Money Before Deals 17:15 Private Lender Script Revealed 20:38 Investor Confidence in Proven Deal 23:32 Spreading the Word Tactfully 28:10 Why 8% Since 2009? 30:24 Scaling Business with Networking 34:06 Real Estate Profit Breakdown 37:25 Private Money vs Hard Lending 42:20 No Profit Sharing for Loans 44:40 Private Lending: Timing and Deal Preparation 48:25 Access to Capital for Hustlers 49:50 Golden Nuggets with Jay
Jay Conner is a proven real estate investment leader. Without using his own money or credit, Jay maximizes creative methods to buy and sell properties with profits averaging $86,000 per deal.