EP315: How Ben Suttles Acquired $600M in Assets and Raised $200M

Join us for an insightful episode with real estate expert Ben Suttles, where he delves into the nuances of building successful business partnerships, comparing them to the intricacies of a marriage. Suttles shares his journey into the multifamily real estate space, starting in 2012 amidst juggling a W-2 job and real estate activities. He discusses the highs and lows of his career, including navigating Hurricane Harvey and its impact on his investments. The episode explores Suttles' partnership with Ferris, their approach to raising capital, and their expansion into new business areas. Gain valuable insights on investor profiling, the importance of sales and marketing, and strategies for finding passive investors. Suttles also shares his perspectives on market changes, including the effects of COVID-19, interest rate fluctuations, and adapting to new economic realities. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in real estate investing, partnerships, and understanding market dynamics.   Key Takeaways to Listen for Valuing Business Relationships: Emphasizing the importance of compatible and harmonious relationships with business partners. Navigating Real Estate Challenges: Sharing his journey from a regular job to overcoming obstacles in real estate, including natural disasters. Building Strategic Partnerships: Discussing the creation and growth of Disrupt Equity, focusing on capital raising and business expansion. Effective Investor Engagement: Highlighting the role of targeted marketing and sales strategies in attracting and retaining investors. Adapting to Market Changes: Offering insights on adapting to real estate market shifts, particularly during COVID-19 and fluctuating interest rates. About Tim Mai Tim 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 Tim Website: Capital Raising Party Facebook: Tim Mai | Capital Raising Nation  Instagram: @timmaicom Twitter: @timmai Linkedin: Tim Mai YouTube: Tim Mai     Connect with Us To learn more about partnering with us, visit our website at https://javierhinojo.com/ and www.allstatescapitalgroup.com, or send an email to