What are some of the best ways of raising investment capital that you've found?
[{"id": "el2rtx1", "text": "Presenting dailed in proformas to large institutional investors. Looking at trended, untrended, xirr, exit caps, et al. A good presentation seems to go a long ways.", "replies": [], "depth": 1}, {"id": "el34h4b", "text": "Having a strong track record of past successes.", "replies": [{"id": "el4efhn", "text": "And as others have alluded to with proformas, have good deals in the table in hand; \u201cyou can invest in this awesome deal with these return.\u201d Investors really want/need to see actionable on going stuff. \n\nNote to the wise; worst thing possible though is to have any mistakes on the proformas they notice later when they inspect them more closely; and most investors will do such inspections.", "replies": [], "depth": 2}], "depth": 1}, {"id": "el9gfk4", "text": "Not sure what size deal this is, but from the perspective of a large institutional investor, I'd say you need a good team with a good track record, and you've got to be able to clearly articulate where the value lies. As others have said, this includes a good proforma. \n\nTypically, the process starts with a brief description of the deal (a couple of sentences or a 1-2 page teaser) to see if it fits the investors basic criteria.  \n\nLet me know if you need help with a proforma or teaser.", "replies": [{"id": "el9j1os", "text": "I'll keep you in mind for the teaser and proforma! But, in short,  I'm trying to raise about 3.5 million to acquire a commercial building with a couple of NNN tenants. The goal is for this property to become the centerpiece of a small portfolio.", "replies": [{"id": "el9shp4", "text": "The projects I look at are typically much larger, but I imagine the process is pretty similar. Create a realistic proforma, outline why you're the right person/team to invest with, and be ready to address questions about any risks/challenges.", "replies": [{"id": "el9te59", "text": "I'm still in the minor leagues. \n\nBut thanks for the advice,  one day I'll be at your level!", "replies": [{"id": "el9vckj", "text": "Don't be too jealous...these aren't personal deals. I work in the real estate group of a pension fund.", "replies": [{"id": "elapvi4", "text": "Do you ever raise debt or are you more like the LP and the GP raises debt for your deals?", "replies": [{"id": "elaw59o", "text": "I'm an LP...our GPs typically take care of financings.", "replies": [], "depth": 7}], "depth": 6}], "depth": 5}], "depth": 4}], "depth": 3}], "depth": 2}], "depth": 1}]