The Funding Struggle Every Builder Faces

Too many builders are grinding 70-hour weeks, pouring every dollar back into their projects, and betting the farm on each deal, while others seem to effortlessly attract investors and scale.

The truth is, it’s not luck or family money. It’s a strategy. Over the last two decades, I’ve developed 7 networking approaches that consistently connect me with investors who are ready to fund new builds. These aren’t theories; they’re the exact strategies that have brought millions into my projects.

If you’re tired of being stuck chasing capital while watching competitors grow, these are the moves you need to make.

The 7 Networking Strategies Every Builder Needs

1. Master the REIA Circuit

Real Estate Investment Associations (REIAs) are packed with active investors. But showing up once and handing out cards won’t cut it. The secret is consistency. Attend the same group monthly for at least six months, contribute value, and follow up with meaningful information. This is how you move from stranger to trusted partner.

2. Infiltrate Construction and Trade Events

Contractor trade shows and supplier meetups are goldmines. Many contractors have capital but don’t want the hassle of managing builds. Casual conversations at these events can unlock partnerships with people who already understand construction risks and timelines.

3. Dominate Online Communities

Facebook groups and LinkedIn communities are powerful tools for building credibility before you meet investors in person. Post market insights, share progress photos, and answer questions. Consistent contribution positions you as the expert investors are already looking for.

4. Leverage Business Networking Groups

BNI chapters, chambers of commerce, and industry associations aren’t just for referrals, they’re full of successful business owners looking to diversify into real estate. Show up ready to learn about others’ businesses, and you’ll be surprised how quickly introductions to investors follow.

5. Activate Your Existing Professional Network

Your banker, CPA, attorney, and insurance agent all work with investors every day. Position yourself as the builder they recommend by keeping them updated on your business and letting them know what types of investor relationships you’re looking for.

6. Build Credibility Through Content and Speaking

Investors trust consistent evidence, not empty promises. Share project updates, publish case studies, and volunteer to speak at REIAs. When investors Google you, they should find proof of expertise and results. That credibility builds trust before you even sit down at the table.

7. Master the Investor Conversation Framework

Finding investors isn’t enough, you need to know how to talk to them. Lead with curiosity, uncover their criteria, share your business model clearly, and present partnership structures professionally. Done right, these conversations feel like business strategy sessions, not desperate pitches.


Pick one strategy from this list and start implementing it today. Consistency—not luck—is what separates the builders stuck in survival mode from those who build scalable, profitable businesses with investor-backed projects.

If you’re ready to stop scraping for funding and start attracting the right investors into your business, schedule a free Zoom strategy call. We’ll break down where you’re stuck, map out your networking plan, and show you how to secure the capital to grow with confidence.