Syndications vs. Funds (and SEC Traps): Kevin Kim’s Playbook for Raising Capital the Right Way
Derek sits down with securities attorney Kevin Kim (Fortra Law) to demystify raising capital for real-estate deals—covering when to use a syndication vs. a fund, realistic startup costs, 506(b) vs. 506(c) advertising rules, what actually happens when regulators come knocking, and how note offerings compare to LP/GP fund structures. They also hit modern twists like series LLC funds, why most beginners should avoid tokenization, and a pragmatic outlook for late-2025 across SFR, small multifamily, and shaky commercial sectors. If you raise money (or plan to), this is your compliance-and-strategy cheat sheet straight from a former regulator.
Can You Build Wealth With Just One Step?
In this powerful episode of the Generations of Wealth Podcast, host Derek Dombeck sits down with Mike Zlotnik, also known as “Big Mike,” to unpack the realities of fund management, real estate market cycles, and investment strategy. From dissecting debt vs. equity funds to analyzing when and why to invest in down markets, this episode delivers both technical insights and philosophical wisdom for investors and fund managers alike.