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The Deal Scout

Susan Reillywww.thedealscout.com

Explore the Art of Deal-Making with The Deal Scout Podcast

Are you intrigued by the world of investment, business acquisitions, or commercial real estate? "The Deal Scout" is your go-to podcast for an insider's view into the high-stakes realm of deal-making. Join our host, Susan, a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with over two decades of experience in crafting impactful deals across various sectors.


Each episode of "The Deal Scout" offers you a front-row seat to in-depth interviews with seasoned dealmakers. Learn from their successes, understand their approaches, and avoid common pitfalls they've encountered. Our conversations aren't just theoretical; they're practical insights from those actively shaping the industry.


Whether you're an aspiring investor, an entrepreneur seeking to expand, or simply curious about the mechanics of high-level deal-making, this podcast is your guide. We cover a spectrum of topics, including venture capital, private equity, real estate investments, startup dynamics, and even emerging trends like real estate NFTs and SPACs.


What sets "The Deal Scout" apart? It's our commitment to authenticity and practical wisdom. Susan's extensive network and experience, combined with his engaging interview style, ensure that each episode is not just informative but also relatable.

Key Topics We Dive Into:

  • Venture Capital and Private Equity: Myths and Realities.
  • Angel Investors vs. Venture Capitalists: Understanding the Differences.
  • Strategies for Commercial Real Estate Investing
  • The Dos and Don'ts of Startup Investment: Lessons from the Field.
  • Understanding and Navigating Hedge Fund Investments: A Beginner's Guide.
  • Crowdfunding: When and How to Use It Effectively.
  • The Intricacies of Acquisitions and Selling Businesses: A Closer Look.
  • Initial Public Offerings (IPOs): The Journey from Private to Public.
  • SPACs (Special Purpose Acquisition Companies): The New Wave of Investment.



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Episodes

Syndication VS Competition w/ Mark Sanor

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Feb 28, 20221 hr 4 min

Debt and Equity For Commercial Real Estate w/ Tim Milazzo

- StackSource tripled commercial financing volume in 2021 - Rates are still low but nearly every economist expects them to rise in 2022 and 2023 - Expanding StackSource's platform beyond senior debt placement - Hiring up Capital Advisors nationwide/why debt and equity brokers are jumping ship to StackSource Next Steps Share your thoughts with a review - https://www.thedealscout.com/reviews/ Let's connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-reilly-64150722a/ Subscribe and Watch on You...

Feb 25, 202239 min

Looking To Go Public w/ Steve Weldon

I'll be sharing the do's and don'ts of raising funds, choosing a board, and managing investors for a small cap, publicly traded company. Next Steps Share your thoughts with a review - https://www.thedealscout.com/reviews/ Let's connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-reilly-64150722a/ Subscribe and Watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBQN_Y3nhDGClfMxCSBDjOg Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as...

Feb 22, 202238 min

Crowdfunding College Startups w/ Jonathan Farchi-Segal

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Feb 21, 202241 min

Become Your Own Bank w/ Mark Willis

Buying Back Debt Self-Banking Tax Reduction Strategies Creative Real Estate Funding Solutions Next Steps Share your thoughts with a review - https://www.thedealscout.com/reviews/ Let's connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-reilly-64150722a/ Subscribe and Watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBQN_Y3nhDGClfMxCSBDjOg Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as financial, legal, or tax advice. The views...

Feb 17, 202258 min

Pre Ipo Opportunities w/ Anthony Galella & Mike Classi

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Feb 16, 202246 min

Doing Business Supernaturally w/ Paul Moore

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Feb 14, 20221 hr 1 min

Flipping Mansions w/ Lloyd Segal

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Feb 14, 20221 hr 2 min

Synapse Summit Florida w/ Brian Kornfeld

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Feb 11, 202257 min

Investing In Post Revenue Startups w/ Phil Nadel

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Feb 09, 20221 hr 8 min

Creating Loyal Followers w/ Louis Long

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Feb 08, 202228 min

The Science of M&A w/ Kison Patel

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Feb 08, 20221 hr 2 min

Trucking Money w/ Daniel Stoychev

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Feb 07, 202248 min

Co-Gp Multifamily Deals w/ Mark Shuler & Josh Welsh

Stories from experienced deal junkies and serial entrepreneurs. My partner and I will talk about starting a REPE firm, our vertically integrated business model and growing organically to 2300 doors and $300AUM in less than 5 years. Next Steps Share your thoughts with a review - https://www.thedealscout.com/reviews/ Let's connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-reilly-64150722a/ Subscribe and Watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBQN_Y3nhDGClfMxCSBDjOg Disclaimer: T...

Feb 07, 202247 min

Without Risking Your Capital w/ Arturo Henriquez

Buy yourself into entrepreneurship. Don't start a business. Deal flow. Deal structure. We have a program for beginners to experts Next Steps Share your thoughts with a review - https://www.thedealscout.com/reviews/ Let's connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-reilly-64150722a/ Subscribe and Watch on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBQN_Y3nhDGClfMxCSBDjOg Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as financ...

Feb 04, 202250 min

Crowdfunding Loans For Local Businesses w/ George Cook

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Feb 02, 202254 min

Escape From Corporate w/ Maurice Philogene

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Jan 31, 202255 min

The Office of CFO w/ Mike McCracken

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Jan 28, 202252 min

The Silver Tsunami w/ Michael Arrieta

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Jan 27, 202247 min

Building Capital Ecosystems in Florida w/ Commissioner Russell C Weigel III

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Jan 25, 202254 min

Find Off Market Businesses w/ Jon Stoddard & Matt Anderson

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Jan 25, 202245 min

Funding As A Service w/ Hall Martin

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Jan 24, 202256 min

Brick and Mortar Crowdfunding w/ Nicholas Mathews

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Jan 19, 202257 min

What is Hard Money w/ Michael Garrity

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Jan 18, 202251 min

How Payroll Effects Acquisitions w/ Charles Read

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Jan 11, 202237 min

The Cost Of Being Black w/ Shawn Rochester

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Jan 10, 20221 hr 6 min

Reframe Your Blame w/ Jay Fiset

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Dec 31, 20211 hr 4 min

The History of Money w/ Nathan Lewis

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Dec 30, 202156 min

Will Work For Pie W/ Mike Moyer

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Dec 28, 202147 min

Industrial Real Estate w/ Chad Griffiths

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Dec 27, 20211 hr 5 min
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