Raising Finance Club, London (2026)

06/01/2026

I turned my laptop on for the first time since the 20th of December this morning.

That might shock some people.

I run my own businesses. I work for myself. I’m the captain of my own ship.

So you might be thinking how do you do that? How do you switch off?

Well, I didn’t really switch off.

I was available for clients (as always)

And I used the rest of the time to reflect, recharge, and reset.

It was a conscious decision.

Because 2025 taught me a lot.

About myself.

About how far I’ve come.

And about the ethos I want to build inside the Raising Finance Club.

Last year was the first time I ran the business as a solopreneur.

No longer a co-founder, but the sole owner and driver.

And I had to go back to ground zero.

Undo a few knots.

Be patient and humble.

And stop getting ahead of myself.

On paper, it was the best year I’ve had in business.

We exited our previous property business.

And the Raising Finance Club had its best year as a consulting business.

But somewhere inside all of that, I lost myself.

I lost the vision.

I lost sight of the North Star.

It wasn’t until Q4 that I saw it.

So towards the end of 2025, I deliberately pulled back.

Not to disappear, but to realign.

To make sure the business was still serving me too.

I’m not a legacy guy.

I have no interest in being the biggest.

But I care deeply about being the best for my clients.

The break was exactly what I needed.

Maldives was perfect.

Dubai was a shock to the system.

But also great.

I’ve still been serving clients behind the scenes.

But outwardly, I stopped producing content.

And gave myself space to reset.

I’m looking forward to 2026.

Calmer.

Clearer.

More intentional.

More long-form content coming this year.

Less frequent but more useful for you.

So I hope you’re going into the year with a solid plan to raise money.

And that 2026 is consistent when it comes to funding your deals.

Speak soon,
Alastair

26/11/2025

Don’t wait till your next deal is under offer to start raising money…

Something I see all the time is people trying to raise finance in “reaction mode.”

An offer gets accepted.

The pressure kicks in.

And suddenly it becomes a race to find funding.

Most people’s criteria…

Money and a pulse!

That’s when the mistakes happen…

The approach gets sloppy.

Compliance gets forgotten.

Numbers get inflated.

And calls with potential investors feel awkward instead of confident.

But when you raise finance first (before you need it)…

You shift from panic to control.

Investors feel that shift too.

It changes the whole tone of the relationship.
It helps you build trust faster.

And it gives you space to choose the right partners, instead of grabbing the first person who says yes.

If you’ve been operating in “reactive mode,” it’s fixable.

The moment you put structure in place, everything becomes easier.

Food for thought.

Speak soon!
Al.

P.S. I’ve got something coming out on this week that will help you with this stuff.

I haven’t done black friday before, so I’m pushing the boat out with this one for you…

Comment or Direct Message “BLACK FRIDAY.” if you want some info

25/11/2025

Have you heard about this theory and how it can help you raise more money?

It’s called: “Salesperson vs Founder Thinking”

This shift changes the game when you’re raising money.

Most people get stuck chasing one investor for one transaction.   It’s all really short-term.

When you think like a salesperson, you talk like a salesperson.

Percentages… money… returns…
 You make it all about the deal.
 And you can lose sight of the bigger picture.

Because raising finance isn’t just about getting a “yes” today.
 It’s about building long-term investor relationships.
 Partnerships.
 Trust in YOU — not just the spreadsheet.

So here’s the shift:
Avoid thinking like a salesperson. Start acting like a founder.

A founder has a vision. 
A plan. 
A direction. 
And communicates it clearly and confidently.

When you show up like that, everything changes.
 You attract people who want to back a business, not just a project.

So are you the salesperson, or the founder…

My clients find this shift in thinking has helped them raise millions.

So I thought I’d share it with you.

Food for thought.

Al.

P.S. If you want to raise private finance in 2026, I’ve got something dropping for Black Friday weekend only.
 Comment or DM “BLACK FRIDAY” and I’ll send you the info.

21/11/2025

“I need the money.”

That thought alone ruins more chances of raising private finance than anything else.

I’ve spoken to a bunch of people this week.

And this one thing came up again and again.

“I can’t find investors.”

So I asked, “Why do you need to find investors?”

They said, “Because I need money.”

Then I asked, “When do you need the money?”

They said, “Now.”

And that right there is the problem.

When you’re operating from “I need money”, everything becomes harder.

Every conversation.

Every decision.

Every interaction.

So here’s what I want you to try…

Park the “I need money” mindset for a second.

Step out of it.

Ask yourself this:

What would I do if I already had the money for my next five projects?

How would I raise finance then?

What actions would I take?

Now go one step further.

If you knew you were going to need money in three years, what would you start doing today to make sure you were in the best position possible to raise money then?

Your answers to those questions are the pathway to future investor partners.

So sit with it.

Think it over the weekend.

Hope this helps.

Speak soon!
Al.

P.s. If you’re struggling to find investors and secure investment right now.

I’ve got something special for you.

I’ve never done a Black Friday offer before.
But this one is worth watching out for.

Something cool is on the way.

11/11/2025

“I found my dream deal but it stressed me out more than I ever imagined”

“I haven’t slept for weeks on end”

“I didn’t have the funds for a project I’d secured and the stress of losing it was tearing me apart”

These are some things a proeprty investor said to me recently.

And I’ll be honest, it hit hard!

Because that feeling is so common… yet completely avoidable.

The answer…

BUILD TWO PIPELINES.

The holy grail is to raising finance, and finding deals at the same time.

But if you had to choose just one to focus on first…

Raise the money.

Most people wait for the deal and then speak to potential investors.

But if you flip that on its head, if you find the funds first, then everything changes.

You’re calmer.

You’re more confident.

You can move fast when a deal shows up.

And you stop losing sleep because raising funds doesn’t become a reaction to something bad happening (like losing a deal).

This approach doesn’t just reduce stress, it accelerates the growth of your business.

You can build a pipeline of funds and start shopping for deals.

It’s why I say Raising Finance First isn’t just a slogan.

It’s the strategy.

Let’s start taking this part of your business seriously.

Just like the rest of your property business.

If you’re not sure how, and funding is something you’re struggling with, reach out and let’s see how I can help.

Comment or DM the word “INVESTORS”

Speak soon,
Al.

10/11/2025

What questions do you have about raising private finance?

What are you struggling with?
What challenges are you facing?
What can I help you with?

I’m working on some long form in-depth content 👇

If you leave a question in the comments, I’ll answer it for you 👌

31/10/2025

I got asked a great raising finance question recently.

Someone asked:
“Do I really need to talk about so many details when I’m speaking to a potential investor? I’m worried it might scare them off if I ask too many questions!”

And before I go on to share my answer, I get it.

It’s not easy to ask difficult questions.

But the consequences are worse if you don’t…

Asking someone about timeframes, goals, experience, what good or bad investing looks like, and even how much they’re looking to invest can feel like a lot.
Especially when you’re early in the relationship.

But here’s the thing…

You’re not pitching or selling.
You’re just having a conversation.

You’re gathering information to make a decision.

You’re being curious so you can understand if someone’s the right fit.

If you skip these chats upfront, when it comes to commitment you’ll be in trouble.

You won’t have clarity on how much they want to invest.

You won’t know what they need to feel confident.

And you risk getting big (and bad) surprises later.

Here’s one example:
Anti-money laundering checks.

A client in my Investors Program had this exact scenario.

An investor was lined up and ready to fund a deal.

The solicitor asked what you’d expect:
Where’s the money from?
Proof of funds?
ID?

If he hadn’t had that conversation early, it could’ve been a disaster.

But he had.

He’d told them what to expect.
Explained the process in full.

So when it came to the checks, everything was ready to go.

Proof of funds? Done.
ID? No issue.

No surprises. No delays. No problems.

That’s the difference a proper conversation makes in the early stages.

This is why I teach my clients how to build investor relationships the right way — from first contact to full commitment.

With real clarity, structure, and confidence.

Because when you’re raising private finance, it’s the conversations that lay the foundations.

P.S. If you’re struggling to navigate the raising finance process and want some help and support getting commitment from investors, DM or comment “INVESTORS”.

28/10/2025

Do this when contacting investors…

Try not to blur the lines 👇

When you tweak the reason you’re reaching out, the whole conversation can shift.

In the early stages of raising finance, your goal isn’t to get money.

It’s to explore the potential of working together.

That means replacing the ask for money, with ask for interest.

It takes the pressure off.

It flips your mindset from getting to giving.
And it makes starting the conversation 10x easier.

Sometimes, it’s as simple as changing the question you’re asking:

❌ “I’ve got a deal, will you invest?”

✅ “This is what I’m working on, is it something you’re interested in exploring further?”

See the difference?

The first one is transactional.
The second one opens a door.

It puts the focus back on building a relationship, instead of skipping straight to the money bit.

It just feels better.

Less awkward.
More natural.

And way more likely to lead into a meaningful conversation.

Gaining interest feels easier than getting money, and funnily enough, it often leads to the same result.

Food for thought.

Speak soon,
Al.

P.s. If attracting and nutruing investor relationships or getting investment committed is a struggle for you right now…

Comment “INVESTORS” and we can book a call to chat about how I might be able to help you.

24/10/2025

Objections are opportunities

Investors will always have questions.

It’s a given.

They will want to pick apart your opportunity to find out if their money is safe with you.

And hopefully you’re fully prepared for that?

But here’s the thing…

Behind every question there’s an opportunity to demonstrate that you actually care.

That you’ve got their best interests at heart.

That you’re number one priority is them (and their money).

That you know your s**t, you can be trusted and you’re a reliable investment vehicle.

That’s what makes you CREDIBLE.

So next time you’re in a conversation, try not to shy away from questions, invite them as part of the conversation.

Even better still, try to pre-empt their concerns before they even ask.

Put yourself in their shoes, imagine what they might be worried about and then relay it to them as part of the conversation.

Investors feel heard when you’ve covered off all their objections before they even need to ask.

Objections are opportunities to build a stronger relationship.

To build a bond and gain trust.

Food for thought.

Speak soon! Al.

P.s. If you want to learn how to attract interest from investors and then nurture the relationship to investment commitment…

Comment or DM “RFC”

I’ll send you the some info on how I might be able to help.

23/10/2025

Investors want good returns but…

…they also want to sleep at night!!

They want to know their money’s in safe hands.

With someone reliable and trustworthy.

That if something goes wrong, you’ll pick up the phone.

Your job isn’t just to impress, it’s to remove doubt.

That’s what makes you attractive.

It’s also what leads to long lasting relationships.

And you’ll need those if you want to grow and scale.

It takes time and consistent effort, but it’s worth it when you find people that will fund your projects.

It’s amazing what a good night sleep can do 😉

Food for thought.

Al.

22/10/2025

Leading with ROI? It often backfires and it can even get you in trouble with the FCA.

You’ve probably seen the posts:
“We’re offering 8–12% on this deal.”

Maybe you’ve even written one (no judgment 🤫)

The problem is… it’s not just a red flag for many investors.

It’s also a compliance risk.

Under FCA rules, you can’t publicly promote returns unless you’re authorised.

And most developers don’t realise where that line actually is.

That’s why so many well-intentioned people accidentally put themselves in the firing line by “pitching percentages” online.

Even if compliance wasn’t an issue, it still doesn’t work.

When you lead with numbers, investors compare.

They look at your 8% versus someone else’s 10%, and the whole opportunity gets reduced to a spreadsheet.

They might think they’re comparing apples with apple.

When it’s apples with oranges instead.

But when you lead with trust, track record, and purpose, something shifts.

You’re no longer another developer chasing capital, you become someone investors want to back.

So if you’re sharing a project soon, it might be worth trying this:

👉 Focus on the people behind it.
👉 Share how you handled challenges.
👉 Talk about what actually happened, not just projections.

That’s what attracts investors.

And it keeps you on the right side of compliance.

Hope this helps.

Al.

21/10/2025

Conversations = Cash

Almost every deal that’s ever been done started with a conversation.

If you’re not getting into conversations with people who might have money, you’re not raising finance.

Simple as that.

But there’s a catch…

Those conversations only work if you’ve done two things:

1) Clearly defined what the opportunity of working with you actually is.

2) Learnt how to articulate it in a way that some one with money can see exactly why they should invest in you.

So before you send your next message, write another post into a pitch-fest Facebook group, or grab another wasteful coffee meeting…

Ask yourself:
“Do I have those two things 100% nailed in?”

If the answer’s not a strong yes, that’s where your focus should be for now.

Do the prep work first.

Food for thought.

Speak soon!
Alastair.

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