Host: Suzi Carter Episode Title: Working With Investors - with Sam Cooke of Blue Bricks Magazine In this episode, Sam Cooke, owner of Blue Bricks Magazine, shares his journey from marketing manager to business owner, discussing the evolution of the magazine and its focus on property investment. He provides valuable insights on raising private finance, understanding investor psychology, and the importance of building trust and relationships in investments. Sam emphasises the significance of shared values in partnerships and offers practical tips for networking and finding investors. He also discusses the concept of 'skin in the game' and what investors look for in potential partners, concluding with exciting future plans for Blue Bricks Magazine. _________________________________________________________ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 1. The Evolution of Blue Bricks Magazine How Blue Bricks started and evolved into a respected publication in the property investment community. The role it plays in sharing credible insights and attracting investors. 2. Raising Private Finance Understanding different ways to raise private finance for property deals. What works—and what doesn’t—when pitching to private investors. 3. Investor Psychology What motivates investors to say yes. Key principles of trust, risk tolerance, and decision-making in private finance. 4. Building Relationships and Trust Why relationship-building is more important than flashy presentations. Long-term trust strategies that create consistent deal flow. 5. Networking and Finding Investors Practical tips on where to find investors and how to engage them authentically. Leveraging events, social media, and content platforms. 6. Skin in the Game What it means to have “skin in the game” and why it matters to investors. How to present your commitment and build credibility. _________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways Sam Cooke transitioned from marketing manager to owner of Blue Bricks Magazine. The magazine focuses on helping property investors save or make money. Networking at high-tier business events can yield better investor connections. Shared values between partners can lead to better business outcomes. Skin in the game means investing personal wealth in deals. The best partnerships often involve complementary strengths. ______________________________________________________________ Subscribe & Stay Tuned: Don’t miss an episode! Hit subscribe now to gain more insights into commercial property investing and tax strategies. Visit https://suzicarter.com/ to find out more about commercial property and to register for Suzi’s weekly newsletter which will deliver up-to-date commercial property advice direct to your inbox! Join Suzi for a WHOLE day of commercial property training on Friday 13th June! Suzi will take attendees through an overview of her Board level blueprint and will also do some live sourcing and deal stacking! Click here to register and join - usual price of £495, but with this link only £97 plus VAT. Click this link to register. https://hub.commercial property academy.co.uk/blueprint---order-page Follow Suzi on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@commercialpropertytv1685 Learn More from This Episode’s Guest: Sam Cook and Blue Bricks Magazine Sam Cooke began as a market manager for Blue Bricks Magazine in 2021 before transitioning into an investment analyst role at the private equity firm that owned the publication. Three years ago, Sam acquired Blue Bricks Magazine and has since transformed it into a prominent brand within the UK property investment sector. With a dedicated team now in place—including a full-time marketing manager and an editor—Sam is able to concentrate on driving strategic initiatives and further expanding the magazine’s reach and impact. Blue Bricks Magazine focuses on delivering content that helps property investors save or make money, offering practical insights and strategies tailored to the industry. It covers a range of topics including tax structuring, raising finance, managing tenants, and features success stories of individuals who have built substantial property portfolios. The magazine aims to inspire and educate its readers by showcasing real-life journeys and experiences within the property investment world. 🌐 https://bluebricksmagazine.com/ ✉️
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