Feb 13 2025 53 mins
In this episode of The Investor Shed Podcast, hosts Nick Beveridge and Jeremy Kitchen sit down with Bethany LaFlam, a powerhouse securities attorney, syndication expert, and author of The Power of OPE. Bethany helps real estate entrepreneurs raise capital safely and strategically, making complex SEC regulations accessible and actionable.
She shares her journey from corporate securities law to real estate investing, the lessons learned from a failed $50 million fund, and how community and mindset play a critical role in building wealth. Whether you're an aspiring syndicator or a seasoned investor, this episode is packed with insights on legal compliance, raising capital, and creating financial freedom—without the fear of regulatory missteps.
🎧 Key Takeaways:
✅ Practice Safe SEC – How to raise capital legally and avoid compliance pitfalls.
✅ Mindset & Wealth – Shifting your perspective to unlock new opportunities.
✅ Lessons from Failure – What Bethany learned from her $50M fund attempt.
✅ Community & Coaching – Why leveraging Other People’s Everything (OPE) is a game-changer.
✅ Scaling Your Business – Structuring compliant deals and raising capital with confidence.
✅ Defining Success – Creating a dream life aligned with your values and passions.
💬 Memorable Quotes:
🔥 "I help them practice safe sec."
🔥 "You need to shift your mindset."
🔥 "Giving yourself permission to succeed is crucial."
🔥 "Real estate is easier than operating companies."
📌 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction & Transparency
02:55 Bethany’s Journey to Law & Real Estate
05:57 Learning from Failure: The $50 Million Fund
09:02 Mindset & Wealth Creation
12:04 Legal Aspects of Raising Capital
17:59 Building a Supportive Community
23:54 Finding Balance in Hustle Culture
29:10 Unlocking Potential: The Role of Coaching
35:57 Transitioning to New Ventures & Embracing Change
40:54 Defining Your Dream Life
📢 Connect with Bethany LaFlam:
🌎 Website: Premier Law Group
📚 Join Conscious Capital Collective (C³): Click Here
📷 Instagram: @bethany_laflam
📘 Facebook: Bethany LaFlam
💼 LinkedIn: Bethany LaFlam
🔗 Connect with Us:
👉 Official YouTube Podcast Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed
👉 Nick Beveridge's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge
👉 Real Estate Website: northidahorei.com
👉 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069
👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/
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